Section 1: Introduction; Manual Overview; Npb-190 Pulse Oximeter Description - Nellcor NPB-190 Service Manual

SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1

MANUAL OVERVIEW

1.2

NPB-190 PULSE OXIMETER DESCRIPTION

1.1 Manual Overview
1.2 NPB-190 Pulse Oximeter Description
1.3 Power-On Self Test
1.4 Related Documents
This manual contains information for servicing the Nellcor model NPB-190
Pulse Oximeter. Only qualified service personnel should service this product.
Before servicing the NPB-190, read the operator's manual carefully for a
thorough understanding of operation.
Warning: Explosion hazard. Do not use the NPB-190 pulse oximeter in the
presence of flammable anesthetics.
The Nellcor NPB-190 portable pulse oximeter is intended for continuous,
noninvasive measurement of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin
(SpO ), and pulse rate (measured by SpO
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The monitor is intended for use on adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in all
hospital-type facilities and in the home environment. It may be used during intra-
hospital transport when powered by its internal battery.
Digital displays are provided for oxygen saturation and pulse rate, and a 10-
segment LED bar indicates pulse amplitude. High and low alarm limits for
saturation and pulse rate can be adjusted by the operator. The NPB-190 can
operate on AC or a rechargeable internal battery power. The controls and
indicators for the NPB-190 are illustrated in Figures 1-1 and 1-2.
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