Datascope Accutorr Plus Service Manual page 43

C. Sensor Connection to the Accutorr Plus model with SpO
1. Align the cable connector on the sensor assembly with the SpO
the Accutorr Plus model with SpO
2. Push the cable connector into the SpO
connector is securely in place.
3. The digital SpO values and SpO
2
Rate LED's.
4. If desired, adjust the beep volume. See section 3.7, Setting the Alarm Volume and
Beep Volume, for details on adjusting the beep volume.
D. Sensor Inspection
Before use, always inspect sensors, cables, and connectors for damage, i.e., cuts and abrasions.
Do not use the sensor, cable or connector if damaged. Replace with a good working sensor.
For long sensor life:
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Do not drop on the floor, or give other sharp shocks to the sensor(s). Between use, store the
sensors in the accessory pouch, or coil the sensor cable and store on the side of the Accutorr
Plus rolling stand using the optional cable retainer. For accessory part number information
see Section 5.2, "Optional Accessories".
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Avoid running any cart, bed, or any piece of equipment over the sensor cable.
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Avoid strong pulls on the sensor cable (10 lbs/4kg).
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Watch for cracks in the DATASENSOR housing.
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Watch for cracks, cuts, rips, fogging, or signs of moisture in the FLEXISENSOR
E. Sensor Performance
For the BEST performance:
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DO NOT PLACE any sensor on an extremity with an arterial catheter or blood
pressure cuff in place. Placement of an arterial catheter or blood pressure cuff on an
extremity may obstruct normal blood flow. False pulse rate information may result if the
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FLEXISENSOR SD is placed on that same extremity. Place the sensor on the limb
opposite the site of the arterial catheter or blood pressure cuff.
·
Encourage the patient to remain still. Patient motion may affect the sensor's performance. If it
is not possible for the patient to remain still, replace the sensor bandage on the
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FLEXISENSOR SD to assure good adhesion, or change the site of the DATASENSOR.
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Check the DATASENSOR site every 2 hours and check the FLEXISENSOR
every 8 hours for indications of skin abrasions, sensor displacement, sensor damage, or
circulation impairment. Check the sensor site every 4 hours if the ear clip is used. If
necessary, remove and reapply the sensor. If any of the above mentioned indications occur,
immediately remove the sensor and find an alternate site. NOTE: Check the sensor site
more frequently on infant and active patients.
Accutorr Plus Service Manual
Chapter 1, Operation
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2
Connector (15). Confirm that the cable
2
pulse rate will be displayed in the SpO
2
2
Connector (15) on
2
and pulse
2
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SD
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SD site
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