Precautions For Use - Nonin 8600V Operator's Manual

Precautions for Use

Contraindications
• Do not operate the 8600V in an explosive atmosphere.
• The MODEL 8600V is intended for VETERINARY USE ONLY. Do not use on human patients.
Warnings
• Use only NONIN MODEL 8600V compatible veterinary accessories.
• Do not set the Alarm volume too low to be heard. Doing so could compromise Animal safety.
• Accurate oxygen saturation measurement cannot be obtained when the oximeter is not measuring the pulse
properly. If the Perfusion LED is erratic or the Pulse Rate display is erratic or inaccurate, first examine the
Animal for any signs of distress and only then reexamine sensor placement.
• Inadequate perfusion, thick fur or foreign matter that blocks light or an improperly applied sensor can result in
erratic and inaccurate oxygen saturation and/or pulse rate measurement. Follow the instructions outlined in
"Verifying Operation". If proper operation cannot be verified, remove the sensor from the Animal and do not
use the oximeter on this Animal.
• In the event the sensor becomes dislodged from the Animal, audible and visual alarms are activated requiring
that a veterinary professional investigate the reason for the alarm status. The veterinary professional must investigate
Animal status and sensor attachment after every sensor alarm indication. It is possible when the sensor is dislodged from
the Animal (under certain conditions of light and vibration of the sensor) for the pulse oximeter to display
normal physiological values.
• Use only NONIN fiber optic sensor/cable in MRI environment. Use of sensor/cable containing electrical
conductors may cause burns to animals.
• FOR MRI OPERATIONS: Keep oximeter, battery charger and metal end of fiber optic cable beyond the
distance of magnetic attraction. Use the 8600 Pole Mount System or comparable device to secure monitor in
MRI environment.
• Do not operate the 8600V in the MRI environment while connected to A/C power. The battery charger
contains a large amount of ferrous material. Remove the 8600V from the MRI environment to recharge the
battery.
• Because the printer, printer interface, and other recording devices contain ferrous materials, do not use in the
MRI environment. The 8600MV will store patient data in memory for printing at a later time away from the
MRI environment.
• Use only NONIN manufactured veterinary sensors. These sensors are manufactured to meet the calibration
requirements for NONIN pulse oximeters. Use of other manufacturer's sensors may cause improper pulse
oximeter performance.
• Do not remove any covers. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer service to qualified NONIN
personnel.
• This device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is
necessary, the device should be observed carefully to verify normal operation.
• The use of accessories, sensors, and cables other than those listed in this manual may result in increased
emission and/or decreased immunity of this device.
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