Error Conditions; Table 8-1. Common Problems And Resolutions - Covidien Nellcor Series Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Error Conditions

8.3
Problem
Battery Charging Indicator not lit
Sensor Message
SpO Pulse search
2
Patient Movement Detected
SpO Sensor Off
2
SpO Cable/Sensor Disconnect
2
SpO Loss of Pulse
2
No response to Power On/Off
button press
No response to button press
Frozen at POST after power on
System is frozen
8-2
Table 8-1. Common Problems and Resolutions
Check power cord
Check battery
Check AC power inlet
Check power/ mains outlet
Reference Performance Considerations, p. 6-1.
Check patient status; keep patient still, check for perfusion
Check all connections
Reposition sensor
Check or change adhesive wrap
Choose alternate site
Warm site
Cover sensor
Use forehead, nasal, or ear sensor (adult patient only)
Use Nellcor™ adhesive sensor
Secure cable
Secure with headband (MAXFAST)
Remove nail polish
Loosen sensor (too tight)
Isolate external interference (electrosurgical device, cell phone)
Replace the cable and/or sensor
Clean site (MAXR)
Press the Power On/Off button for more than one (1) second.
Ensure the power cord is properly connected to the outlet.
Ensure AC indicator blinks.
Ensure it does not share the same AC power source with other equipment.
If the error continues, contact Technical Services or a qualified service technician.
Verify whether the Home button has not been pressed during normal screen.
If the error continues, contact Technical Services or a qualified service technician.
Power cycle by pressing the Power On/Off button.
If the error continues, contact Technical Services or a qualified service technician.
If the system freezes, it generates beep tone. Press the power button over 15
seconds for force quit the system.
If the error continues, contact Technical Services or a qualified service technician.
Resolution
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