Cautions - Nonin 9847V Operator's Manual

Indications for Use
Warnings (Continued)
To prevent improper performance and/or injury to the animal, verify compatibility of the monitor, sensor(s), and
accessories before use.
No modifications to this device are allowed as it may affect device performance.
Inspect the sensor application site at least every 4 hours to ensure correct sensor alignment and skin integrity. Each
animal's sensitivity to Nonin sensors may vary depending on its medical status or the condition of its tissue.
Inadequate perfusion, thick fur, foreign matter that blocks light, or an improperly applied sensor can result in erratic and
inaccurate oxygen saturation and/or pulse rate measurement. If proper operation cannot be verified, remove the sensor
from the animal and DO NOT use the pulse oximeter.
The veterinary professional must investigate animal status and pulse oximeter sensor attachment after every pulse
oximeter sensor alarm indication. It is possible for the pulse oximeter to display normal physiological values when the
pulse oximeter sensor is dislodged from the animal. (This may happen under certain conditions of light and vibration of
the sensor.)
As with all medical equipment, carefully route cabling to reduce the possibility of animal entanglement, strangulation, or
injury.
Avoid excessive pressure to the sensor application site as this may cause damage to the skin beneath the sensor.
Do not reuse the Model 9840AAT Airway Adapter Tube. Cleaning the interior will damage the anti-fog coating and
cause inaccurate readings or a CO sensor alarm.
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If the airway adapter tube packaging appears to be damaged or open, discard it and replace it with a new one.
The Model 9840AAT Airway Adapter Tube will increase dead space by approximately 6 cubic centimeters (0.4 cubic
inches); this may adversely affect ventilation for animals with small tidal volumes.
If the Model 9847V CO detector results are inconclusive, the correct anatomic location of the endotracheal tube must
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be confirmed by other methods.
Do not use the Model 9847V CO detector with a humidifier or nebulizer in the breathing circuit, as the fine mist may
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cause erroneous readings.
Operation of this device below the minimum amplitude of 0.3% modulation may cause inaccurate results.
Before changing the batteries, make sure the device is off and the sensor is not applied to the animal.

Cautions

Before use, carefully read the Instructions for Use provided with sensors and airway adapters.
When mounting the monitor to a mobile pole, mounting the monitor higher than 1.5 meters (5 feet) or mounting more
than 2 kilograms (4.5 pounds) of equipment onto the pole may result in tipping, damage to the equipment, or injury.
This device is not an apnea monitor.
Verify all visible indicators illuminate during the startup (initialization) sequence. If any indicator is not lit, do not use the
device. Consult the troubleshooting guide or contact Nonin Technical Service for assistance.
Review all limits to ensure they are appropriate for the animal.
Setting alarm limits to extremes can render the alarm system useless.
This device may not work on all animals. If you are unable to achieve stable readings, discontinue use.
This device has motion tolerant software that minimizes the likelihood of motion artifact being misinterpreted as good
pulse quality. However in some circumstances, the device may still interpret motion as good pulse quality.
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