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Model 515B and 515C
Pulse Oximeter
User's Manual
This manual covers Model 515B (Cat. No. 6500-00) and Model 515C (Cat. No. 6550-00)
April 17, 1996
Catalog No. 6500-23-02/6550-23-02
Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. Wallingford, Connecticut, U.S.A. 06492.
Copyright ©1995, 1996. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced
without the written permission of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Model 515B and 515C Pulse Oximeter User’s Manual This manual covers Model 515B (Cat. No. 6500-00) and Model 515C (Cat. No. 6550-00) April 17, 1996 Catalog No. 6500-23-02/6550-23-02 Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. Wallingford, Connecticut, U.S.A. 06492. Copyright ©1995, 1996. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced...
  • Page 3 11-Apr-95 Updated to revision 01; corresponds to software version 02 17-Apr-96 Updated to revision 02 (R-N389). Addendums A and B incorporated, also Single Patient Use SpO sensor information added, use with software version 04. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
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  • Page 5 Copyright © 1995, 1996, Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. This document contains information which is proprietary and the property of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc., and may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, translated, transcribed, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means, without prior explicit written permission from Novametrix Medical Systems Inc.
  • Page 6 Service Policy Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. will provide Warranty Service Support to its customers within 48 hours of receiving a telephone request for technical support. This 48 hour period begins once a service request is placed through the Factory Technical Support Department in Wallingford, Connecticut.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    OxySnap™ Connectors ..............22 Finger Sensor ................... 22 Finger Sensor Quick Check .............. 23 Y-Sensor ................... 24 Y-Sensor Application using Y-Strip Tapes, or Foam Wrap ....25 Y-Sensor Application using Ear Clip ..........27 Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
  • Page 8 (Oxygen Saturation) ............41 Pulse Rate .................. 41 Sensors ..................41 Plethysmogram (Model 515C only) ..........41 General Specifications ..............41 Alerts ................... 41 Display ..................42 Physical ..................42 Electrical ..................42 10 Accessories ................43 Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 9: Description

    Description This manual is written for users of the Novametrix Model 515B or 515C Pulse Oximeter. The Model 515B/C provides reliable continuous measurement, display, and alerts for oxygen saturation (SpO ) and pulse rate. The monitor can be powered from its rechargeable internal battery or from the AC Mains.

  • Page 10: Trademark Acknowledgments

    Description Trademark Acknowledgments Trademark Acknowledgments SuperBright, Y-STRIP and Y-SENSOR are trademarks of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 11: Patient Safety

    • Do not operate the monitor if it appears to have been dropped or damaged. • Connect the line cord only to a grounded hospital grade outlet. The Model 515B/C should be connected to the same electrical circuit as other equipment in use on the patient.

  • Page 12: Warnings

    Warning Indicates a potentially harmful condition that can lead to personal injury. • Explosion Hazard: Do NOT use the Model 515B/C in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Use of this instrument in such an environment may present an explosion hazard.

  • Page 13: Cautions

    Indicates a condition that may lead to equipment damage or malfunction. • Do not operate the Model 515B/C when it is wet due to spills or condensation. • Do not operate the Model 515B/C if it appears to have been dropped or damaged.
  • Page 14 Patient Safety Cautions [This page intentionally blank.] Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 15: Front And Rear Panel Illustrations

    SpO and Pulse keys. Press and hold to control graphics dis- Two minute silence indictor - Illuminates play contrast on Models 515C (Model 515B yellow when the audio has been muted for does not have graphics display option). two minutes.
  • Page 16 120 VAC plug. All power line cords shipped with monitors for Europe are the European style with a 220-240 VAC plug. All other style power line cords, as required by the country of destination, are provided by the distributor of that country. Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Preparing For Use

    THEN PULL OUT 2. If the monitor is to be operated from the AC line, plug the power cord into a properly grounded three wire outlet and set the rear panel power switch to the Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 18: Monitor Power Down

    4. Ensure that the monitor is operating in accordance with the above listed steps before applying the sensor to the patient. Monitor Power Down 1. To turn the Model 515B/C off, press the key. Pressing the front panel power key will turn the monitor on/off. The green AC indicator will stay illuminated signifying that although the monitor is off, AC mains is still connected to the monitor.

  • Page 19: Battery Operation

    Battery Operation Battery Operation The Model 515B/C uses battery power if the line cord is disconnected or the rear panel power switch is OFF (O). The monitor can operate for up to 8 hours while powered from its internal battery (fully charged battery). The battery is charging only when the monitor is connected to AC power, the rear panel power switch is ON (|), and the front panel icon is green.
  • Page 20 Preparing For Use Battery Operation [This page intentionally blank.] Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 21: Monitor Operation

    The Model 515B/C ensures that only valid pulsatile signals are processed. Bad or invalid data causes alerts to occur and may also cause the displays to show “- - -”...

  • Page 22: Pulse Activity Bar

    Monitor Operation Pulse Activity Bar When the Model 515B/C detects a pulsatile signal that is too low to be processed after previously receiving an acceptable signal and displaying data, the icon will illuminate. This indicates that the SpO and pulse rate data has been held since the last acceptable signal. If an...

  • Page 23: Alert Limit Violations

    (MODEL 515C ONLY) Alert Limit Violations When the Model 515B/C detects SpO or pulse rate values that exceed either the high or low limits, both an audible alert tone and visual alerts are generated. The audible alert can have its volume adjusted, be muted for two minutes, or be disabled (see “Audible Alert Muting”...

  • Page 24: Alert Limits

    Once the monitor has completed its power up sequence and is operating normally, the alert limit values can be changed. The Model 515B/C will not allow a parameter’s upper and lower alert limits to be set to within 5 digits of each other.

  • Page 25: Auto Alert Limits

    90 (72+25%=90) and the lower alert to 54 (72-25%=54). 2. The Pulse Rate display shows the new upper alert limit for three seconds, then the lower alert limit for three seconds. The monitor will then return to normal operation. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 26: Audible Alert Muting

    Audible Alert Muting Audible Alert Muting The Model 515B/C will sound an audible alert when any type of alarm condition is detected. This audible alert can be muted for a two minute duration, or disabled for the monitoring session. The volume level of the audible alert tone can also be adjusted by use of the front panel arrow keys.

  • Page 27: Pulse Beep Volume Control

    Pulse Beep Volume Control The Model 515B/C is equipped with an audible pulse beep feature that allows the user to “hear” changes in the patient’s SpO and pulse rate. An audible “beep” occurs with each detected pulse beat.

  • Page 28: Resetting To Factory Defaults

    • The monitor will enter normal operating mode. With the sensor disconnected, or connected but not applied to a patient, the SpO and pulse rate windows will display “- - -.” 2. The monitor will be reset to the factory defaults. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...
  • Page 29 Model 515B/C Do not use other SpO sensors or accessories with Model 515B/C. Before connecting to the patient or to the monitor, ensure that sensor extension cables and/or sensors are physically intact, with no broken, frayed or damaged components.

  • Page 30: Spo Sensors

    2. To disconnect, grasp the connectors at the finger grips and pull them apart. Finger Sensor The reusable Finger Sensor is intended for adult or appropriate size pediatric fingers and is not designed for neonatal applications. FINGER SENSOR OxySnap EXTENSION CABLE Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 31: Finger Sensor Quick Check

    3. A YES to BOTH #1 and #2 indicates that the sensor is OK. Apply the sensor to the patient as instructed above. The quick check also tests the functionality of the extension cable. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 32: Y-Sensor

    25 mm. The center strip may be removed (carefully cut away) if the distance between the sensor heads needs to be reduced to less than 25 mm. SENSOR HEADS CENTER STRIP STRIP MAY BE REMOVED Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 33: Y-Sensor Application Using Y-Strip Tapes, Or Foam Wrap

    25 mm tape and to limit the distance between the sensor heads to no greater than 25 mm. 4. Press the “button”, on the back of each sensor head, through a hole in the tape or foam wrap. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
  • Page 34 Position the sensor so that the tape does not extend over the space between the fingers or toes to insure that there will be no light transmission through this space. 6. To maximize sensor life, secure the cable along the limb with tape as shown in the illustrations. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 35: Y-Sensor Application Using Ear Clip

    Y-Sensor Application using Ear Clip 1. Remove center strip from the Y-Sensor. SENSOR HEADS CENTER STRIP (REMOVE) STRIP REMOVED Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
  • Page 36 When applying sensors take note of patient’s physiological condition. For example, burn patients may exhibit more sensitivity to heat and pressure and therefore additional consideration such as more frequent site checks may be appropriate. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 37: Y-Sensor Quick Check

    Do not attempt to clean or disinfect the sensor, as system performance will be compromised. NOTE: The Single Patient Use sensor should be discarded if sensor integrity becomes questionable. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 38: Single Patient Use Spo 2 Sensor Application

    Single Patient Use SpO Sensor Application Single Patient Use SpO Sensor Application 1. Connect the DB-9 extension cable to the Model 515B/C front panel connector. SuperBright™ SERIES CONNECTOR 2. Press the black connector on the end of the extension cable into the black connector on the end of the Single Patient Use sensor.
  • Page 39 PEDIATRIC TOE 5. To apply the sensor, place the blue side of the sensor wrap against the skin, ® wrap it around the site and secure with Velcro tab. The Velcro tab on the Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...

  • Page 40: Single Patient Use Spo Sensor Quick Check

    3. A YES to BOTH #1 and #2 indicates that the sensor is OK. Apply the sensor to the patient as instructed above. This quick check also test the functionality of the extension cable. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    This message will disappear once the problem is corrected. Pulse out of range. Pulse must be within 30 -250 beats per minute inclu- sive. This message will disappear once the problem is corrected. Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
  • Page 42 Bad Signal. Monitor not receiving valid signals from sensor. May be caused by excessive motion, cardiac arrhythmia or other situations lead- ing to poor signal. Check patient status, reposition sensor. This message will disappear once the problem is corrected. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section contains the Model 515B/C monitor and accessory maintenance information. Cleaning and Sterilization Follow the cleaning and sterilization instructions listed below to clean and/or sterilize the monitor and its accessories. Monitor • Turn the monitor off and unplug the line cord from the AC mains before cleaning.

  • Page 44: Y-Strip Tapes And Single Patient Use Spo 2 Sensors

    European style with a 220-240 VAC plug. All other style power line cords, as required by the country of destination, are provided by the distributor of that country. 1. The internal battery may slowly discharge over long periods of non use. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 45: Mains Voltage Configuration

    The Model 515B/C can be set to operate from 100-120 VAC 50/60Hz or 200-240VAC 50/60Hz. Refer to the following sections for fuse replacement and changing the mains voltage setting.

  • Page 46: Changing The Mains Voltage Setting

    200-240 VAC 250mA 250V 1. Check that the monitor is OFF. 2. Set the rear panel power entry module switch to OFF (“O”). Remove the line cord from the power entry module (if connected). Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...
  • Page 47 5. Position the housing into the power entry module so that the desired voltage is furthest away from the switch (see below). SET FOR 200-240V OPERATION SET FOR 100-120V OPERATION 6. Close the fuse access door and verify the proper mains operating voltage is displayed. MAINS OPERATING VOLTAGE Rev. 02 Model 515B/C User’s Manual...
  • Page 48 Maintenance Mains Voltage Configuration [This page intentionally blank.] Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Specifications Below are specifications for the Novametrix Model 515B/C Pulse Oximeter. These specifications are listed for informational purposes only, and are subject to change without notice. Pulse Oximeter Principle of Operation • Red/Infrared absorbtion (Oxygen Saturation) • Range: 0-100% • Accuracy: (for 1 standard deviation or 68% of sample distribution) ±...

  • Page 50: Display

    U.S. specification: 0.5 A, 250 V, Slo-Blo (x2) European specification: T 250 mA/250 V (x2) • Battery: Sealed lead acid gel cell, 8 hr. life, 12 hr. recharge. Indicators for battery charging, battery operation, low battery, and extremely low battery. Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

  • Page 51: Accessories

    Accessories Model 515B/C PULSE OXIMETER Catalog No. Description 6500-00 Model 515B Pulse Oximeter 6550-00 Model 515C Pulse Oximeter with graphic display SpO2 SENSORS and CABLES 8793 OxySnap Y-Sensor (use with OxySnap extension cable) 8744 OxySnap Finger Sensor (use with OxySnap extension cable) 8853 OxySnap Extension Cable, 8ft.
  • Page 52 Includes 50 adhesive dots 8700-00 Adhesive dots (Pkg of 200) For use with ear clip MOUNTING SYSTEMS 140030 Wall Mount 140031 Wall Mount (less wall channel) 140032 Pivot Block Mount 140033 Transport Mount (without swivel head) Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...
  • Page 53 140037 Portable Instrument Housing 140038 Rollstand MISCELLANEOUS 7106-10 Transport Pouch (for monitor) 7104-10 Side Accessory Pouch 6318-00 Kickstand Kit for Model 515B or 515C monitors 600026 Power cord (included with monitor) REFERENCE CARDS 6342-32 English 6436-32 Spanish 6435-32 French 6365-32...
  • Page 54 Accessories [This page intentionally blank.] Model 515B/C User’s Manual Rev. 02...

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