Connect The Patient; Turn On The Monitor - Nonin LifeSense LS1-9R Operator's Manual

Replace the single-use disposable moisture trap and filter on the back of the monitor before each
use. The moisture trap slides into place and is pressed into position. To remove, pull the plastic
tab on the back of the moisture trap to snap it out of position. Refer to "Single-Patient Use,
Disposable Moisture Trap and Filters" for instructions on how to handle and maintain the
moisture trap and filter.
Connect the sample line to the adjacent connector on the monitor's side and secure it by turning
the Luer lock connector clockwise. Only use sample lines recommended by Nonin (see
"Accessories").

Connect the Patient

Apply the pulse oximeter sensor to the patient, as described in "Applying the Sensor," or refer to
the individual sensor Instructions for Use.
Attach the sample line to the patient, as described in "Applying the Sample Line," or refer to the
individual sample line Instructions for Use.

Turn on the Monitor

Turn on the monitor by pressing the ON/OFF
The monitor starts by running a self-test (this only takes a few seconds) before the graphs and
settings are displayed. See "Monitor Front Views" and "Changing Settings" for more information
on disabling alarms and setting alarm limits.
Verify the graphs and settings display on the touch panel screen.
CAUTION: Each time the system is turned on, all audible alarms are disabled for
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2 minutes unless the operator presses the Audible Alarm Pause/Resume button.
CAUTION: Capnography alarms are not active until the first breath is detected.
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CAUTION: Oximetry alarms are not active until the first pulse is detected.
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button until you hear a beep.
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