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ATTENTION: Consult Accompanying Documents
CE Marking indicating conformance to EC directive No. 93/42//EEC concerning medical
devices
UL Mark for Canada and the United States with respect to electric shock, fire, and mechanical
hazards only in accordance with UL 2601-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1.
Precautions For Use
Contraindications
• Do not operate the 8600 in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not operate the 8600 in an MRI environment.
• Do not use the 8600 for home healthcare. The 8600 alarms can easily be turned off, and the alarm settings
can easily be modified.
Warnings
• The 8600 is intended as an adjunct in patient assessment. It must be used in conjunction with clinical signs
and symptoms.
• Do not set the alarm volume too low to be heard. Doing so could compromise patient safety.
• The audible alarm of the 8600 is for the convenience of the attendant near the patient. It is not intended to
call an attendant from another room or from a distance. The user must determine the audible distance
based on the operating environment.
• The use of supplemental oxygen with premature infants has been associated with an increased incidence of
retinopathy of prematurity and bronchopulmonary dysplagia. The SpO
with regard to accepted clinical standards.
• Use only NONIN manufactured 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.
• Check application site frequently to determine circulation, positioning, and skin sensitivity of the patient.
Each patient's sensitivity to NONIN sensors may vary depending on their medical status or the condition of
their skin.
• Use of NONIN double-backed adhesive strips or the Hydrogel tape strips should be discontinued if the
patient exhibits allergic reactions to the adhesive material.
• Do not stretch the adhesive tape while applying the sensors. This may cause inaccurate readings or skin
blisters.
• 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.
high alarm setting must be chosen
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