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4.9 Testing Alarms
To test the functions of visible and audible alarms, do the following:
1. Switch on the monitor.
2. Enable the alarm.
3. Set the alarm limits to a narrow range.
4. Simulate a signal that is higher than the upper alarm limit or lower than the lower alarm
limit. Or disconnect one of the plugs.
5. Verify if the visible and audible alarms are working properly.
4.10 Patient Alarm Defaults
Alarm Setting
FHR1/FHR2 Alarm
FHR1/FHR2 Low alarm limit
FHR1/FHR2 High alarm limit
FHR1/FHR2 Alarm Delay
FHR1/FHR2 Alarm Level
NOTE:
The upper alarm limit must be higher than the lower limit. When setting the upper alarm limit,
you do not have access to the options that are lower than the preset lower limit, and vice versa.
Options
On, Off
60 bpm ~ 205 bpm, in increments of 5
65 bpm ~ 210 bpm, in increments of 5
0 ~ 300 second(s), in increments of 5
Medium, not adjustable
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Default
On
120 bpm
160 bpm
10 seconds
Medium
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