Installation; Overview; Safety Reminders - Covidien Nellcor Operator's Manual

3 Installation

Overview

3.1
This chapter contains information for the installation and set up of the
Nellcor™ Bedside SpO

Safety Reminders

3.2
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WARNING:
Ensure the speaker is clear of any obstruction. Failure to do so could result in
an inaudible alarm tone.

WARNING:
To ensure accurate performance and prevent device failure, do not expose
the monitoring system to extreme moisture, such as direct exposure to rain.
Such exposure may cause inaccurate performance or device failure. Reference
Product Specifications, p. 11-91.

WARNING:
The monitoring system should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other
equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, observe the monitoring
system to verify normal operation in the desired configuration.

WARNING:
Do not use any monitoring system, pulse oximetry sensor, cables, or
connectors that appear damaged.

WARNING:
Use only Nellcor-approved pulse oximetry sensors and pulse oximetry cables
when connecting to the sensor connector. Connecting any other cable or
sensor influences the accuracy of sensor data, which may lead to adverse
results.
Patient Monitoring System prior to first-time usage.
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