Alarms; Electrical; Sensors - Nellcor N-200 Operator's Manual

Safety Information

Alarms

Do not silence the audible alarm or decrease its volume
if patient safety could be compromised.
Check the audible alarm silence duration before
temporarily silencing the audible alarm.
Each time the monitor is used, check alarm limits to
ensure they are appropriate for the patient being
monitored.

Electrical

Electric shock hazard. Cover to be removed only by
qualified service personnel. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
Note: Do not connect to an electrical outlet controlled
by a wall switch because power to the monitor
could be inadvertently turned off.

Sensors

Before use, carefully read the sensor Directions for Use.
Use only NELLCORoxygen transducers (sensors). Use of
other oxygen transducers may cause improper oximeter
performance.
Tissue damage can be caused by incorrect application
or use of a sensor (for example, wrapping the sensor too
tightly or applying supplemental tape). Inspect the
sensor site routinely to ensure skin integrity and
correct positioning and adhesion of the sensor. If skin
integrity changes, move the sensor to another site.
Inspect the sensor and cable for fraying, cracking,
breakage, or other damage. If defects are noted, do not
use the sensor. Do not immerse sensor completely in
water, solvents, or cleaning solutions (because the
connector is not waterproof). Do not sterilize by
irradiation, steam, or ethylene oxide.
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