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- Page 2 This User Manual is prepared with the objective of providing the user with all of the information necessary to obtain the best use of the CARDIOLINE® ar600. Together with a description of the equipment's functions the following documentation will be...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Index 1 Introduction ..................5 1.1 How to read the manual ...............6 1.2 Information and recommendations related to safe use .....7 1.3 The electrocardiograph..............9 Front view ..................9 Side view and bottom ..............9 Parts, symbols and commands ............10 2 Installation and initial preparation ............. 12 2.1 Selecting the installation site ............ - Page 4 Stop phase ................. 26 Manual recording phase..............26 Automatic recording phase ............26 Defibrillation ................26 5.2 Batteries low on energy or no charge .......... 26 5.3 Print system control. Out of paper..........27 5.4 Status messages & errors indication: description and related event. 27 5.5 Troubleshooting................
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Page 5: Introduction
ECG as required. Thanks to the flexibility of the software used and to the infrared interface, the ar600 can be adapted at any given moment to suit your individual requirements. The range of "options" offered is particularly generous and... -
Page 6: How To Read The Manual
1.1 How to read the manual In order to ensure the ® ar600 is operated in a safe and correct manner, and to appreciate its ease of use and high reliability the user instructions must be read carefully. This documentation describes the functions of your electrocardiograph including those provided by all the possible "options"... -
Page 7: Information And Recommendations Related To Safe Use
1.2 Information and recommendations related to safe use Always use the device according to the instructions in this manual. The device is equipped with a set of standard accessories. For reasons of safety, reliability and conformity with the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC, use only original accessories or accessories approved by the manufacturer. - Page 8 To ensure a longer life of your device, it is necessary to have it checked periodically by an Authorized Assistance Center. Caution: do not use the electrocardiograph for intracardiac applications or for monitoring activities in the operating theatre! Caution: do not use the device in the presence of anaesthetics or inflammable gases! Caution: devices for medical applications must be used only by persons who by virtue of training or practical experience are able to ensure...
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Page 9: The Electrocardiograph
1.3 The electrocardiograph In order to simplify the installation and the use of your electrocardiograph, it is recommended that you become familiar with the component parts and method of operation. Front view Side view and bottom REF : 6308. -
Page 10: Parts, Symbols And Commands
Parts, symbols and commands 1. The keyboard Function Associated LEDs - LED on: device connected to a.c. power supply; internal batteries charging - LED off: batteries charged - LED blinking: charge level of On / Off batteries lower than 30% - LED on: internal batteries;... - Page 11 2. Paper compartment cover 3. IR interface 4. Connector for the CF type patient cable protected from defibrillation as indicated by the symbol 5. "Reset" key : allows normal operating conditions to be restored in the event of an error that cannot be managed using the other keys 6.
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Page 12: Installation And Initial Preparation
2.2 Loading the heat-sensitive paper CARDIOLINE® ar600 is able to reproduce the ECG signal both on heat- sensitive paper in rolls and on heat-sensitive paper in packs. No special setup procedure is required for either. This sections gives the instructions... -
Page 13: If Using Rolls Of Paper
If using rolls of paper: a. Using a coin or similar instrument, open the paper compartment and remove the "roll guide" hub. If replacing a depleted roll, recover the hub before throwing away the core of the previous roll. b. Slot the hub into a new roll of paper (1) and locate in the paper compartment, positioning the pins in the sockets (2). -
Page 14: Recharging The Batteries
The rechargeable batteries come as a pack of 4+4 elements housed in the battery compartment on the bottom of the device, and are protected against short circuits. Caution: before using the device, it is necessary to go through a complete cycle of recharging of the batteries! However, it is advisable to connect the appliance to the mains during the installation procedures. -
Page 15: Battery Charger: Precautions For Use
Battery charger: precautions for use The "battery charger" can be damaged if dropped, struck or tampered with. Do not immerse the "battery charger" in water or other liquids. When using it, do not place it on or near sources of heat. Do not damage or tamper with the cables for connection to the mains and to the electrocardiograph. -
Page 16: Setup Of The Electrocardiograph
After 1 min. has elapsed without any key being pressed: reserve power between 15 and 30% (LED blinking). After 10 sec. have elapsed without any key being pressed: reserve power < 15% (LED alight). If the auto power off function is activated, the current ECG and settings (if applicable), will be stored in memory. - Page 17 (selections available) Yes [No] PC archive Using the PC Archive function, in association with CARDIOLINE software, a trace recorded and stored in automatic mode can be transferred to a computer. Selecting [Yes] the action "activate transmission to PC" is associated with the key ;...
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Page 18: How To Quit The "Setup Menu
ECG report length Status Setup Option … change selection (selections available) No. pages auto [1] 2 It is possible to select the length of the signal to be represented on paper during automatic recordings, indicating the number of pages to be used. Two options are available: [1] page per lead or group of leads (if a multi channel format has been selected);... -
Page 19: Preparing For An Ecg Recording
CARDIOLINE® ar600 electrocardiograph. In particular, indications are given on "connecting the patient cable", "suitably preparing the patient", "applying the electrodes". Moreover, the necessary procedures for choosing the correct recording parameters, such as "speed, sensitivity and inserting the filters", are illustrated. -
Page 20: Selection Of Recording Characteristics: Speed, Sensitivity, Filters
Apply a small amount of® electrocardiograph conductive gel on the skin area that will be in contact with the electrode, spreading it carefully (this procedure is not necessary when using disposable electrodes with built-in gel). The following figure shows the standard positioning of the electrodes. Standard positioning electrodes... -
Page 21: Sensitivity Of Recording On Paper
Sensitivity of recording on paper to select the sensitivity; corresponding LED on. The possible choices are: 5 mm/mV, 10 mm/mV and 20 mm/mV. During printing, the sensitivity of recording on paper is indicated by the height of the calibration impulse that precedes each lead and is recorded on the information line Note: if you select the sensitivity is set automatically by the device in a way that... -
Page 22: Recording A Resting Ecg
4 Recording a resting ECG 4.1 Recording in manual mode The selected leads are recorded and printed on paper. The signal is recorded in real time, i.e. acquisition and reproduction of the trace are simultaneous. When operating in manual mode it is possible to establish the duration of registration independently for each group of leads starting from D1 (D1, D2, D3 in multi-channel print format). -
Page 23: Automatic Calculation Of The Ecg Parameters
to interrupt printing (stop). If the signal is already in memory (LED blinking) it will still be possible to print a copy of the recording. Automatic calculation of the ECG parameters The program for automatic measurement of the ECG parameters allows you to obtain a report of the principal measurements calculated at the end of each automatic recording. -
Page 24: Saving An Automatic Ecg Recording To Archive On A Personal Computer
4.3 Recording in "PC ECG" mode The twelve ECG leads are displayed in real time on your Computer screen where, thanks to the CARDIOLINE software, it is possible to perform all the ECG recording operations. Your ar600 therefore becomes an acquisition system based on a PC. - Page 25 signal was activated in manual mode) Always remember to avoid direct contact between the electrodes of the defibrillator and those of the electrocardiograph. The approved electrodes supplied as original equipment with your electrocardiograph were developed so as to minimize the risk in case of accidental contact.
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Page 26: Management And Control Of The Functions Of The Electrocardiograph
5 Management and control of the functions of the electrocardiograph 5.1 Disconnected electrodes, potential presence of defibrillation Saturation events are controlled and monitored by your electrocardiograph. The operation of the electrocardiograph depends on the current operating phase. Stop phase blinking: critical electrodes contact. It is possible to proceed with the recording;... -
Page 27: Print System Control. Out Of Paper
5.3 Print system control. Out of paper The correct closure of the paper cover is monitored and depletion of the thermal paper generates a warning signal. During a recording, printing is automatically blocked and the LEDs blink for 5 seconds. 5.4 Status messages &... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
5.5 Troubleshooting The following table summarizes problems which may occasionally occur and their causes Problem Cause Use of electrodes other than originals Drift of the isoelectric line Use of electrodes in saturation Insufficient electrode/skin contact Electrode surface dirty Patient moving Voltage generator too close;... -
Page 29: Maintenance
Periodically carry out the self-test procedure which permits a functional check of the writing system, electronic parts, of the keys and of the LEDs. In the event of error messages, contact the CARDIOLINE® Authorized Assistance Center, which will do whatever is necessary to eliminate the causes of the malfunction. -
Page 30: How To Clean The Device And The Electrodes
To replace the paper, proceed as indicated in the paragraph "Installation and initial preparation". 6.3 How to clean the device and the electrodes To clean the device, use a cloth dampened with water or denatured ethyl alcohol. Do not use other chemical products or household detergents. For the electrodes: remove the electrodes from the patient cable and wash under running water. -
Page 31: Periodic Checks
Note: the removal of the battery pack doesn’t cause the data loss. 6.5 Periodic checks To ensure correct and long-lasting operation of the device, it is necessary to have an Authorized Assistance Center perform the following checks paper drive speed calibration: every year; cleaning of the paper compartment, the paper present sensor, and the writing system: every year;... -
Page 32: Technical Specifications
7 Technical Specifications Service power supply AC mains with external power supply 230V±10% 50/60 Hz.; available also: 115V±10% 50/60 Hz; device with power supply specified class II (second) REF type: 6308 Maximum current 100 mA at 117 V ~ ±10% 50 mA at 230 V ~ ±10% Mains protection Fuse: T 0.5 A... -
Page 33: Basic Accessories Supplied
Housing protection IP 20 category Ambient conditions: Ambient temperature: from +10 °C to +40°C - operation Relative humidity: from 25% to 95% (without condensation) Atmospheric pressure: from 700hPa to 1060 hPa - transport and storage Ambient temperature: from -10 °C to +40°C Relative humidity: from 10% to 95% (without condensation) Atmospheric pressure: from 500 to 1060 hPa... - Page 34 - Page intentionally left blank -...
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