Operator's Manual

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Radical-7 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
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Unexpected SpO2, SpCO, SpMet, or SpHb Reading
Low SIQ or PI values.
Next steps: Reposition sensor to site with strong SIQ and PI.
Average readings taken from three different sites to improve
accuracy. Submit blood sample for laboratory CO-Oximetry test
for comparison.
Inappropriate sensor size or sensor measurement location.
Next steps:Verify proper sensor for patient size. Verify proper
sensor site. See
Appendix
on page 209.
Unexpectedly High SpCO Reading
Possible elevated methemoglobin level.
Next steps: Submit blood sample for laboratory CO-Oximetry test. See
Appendix
on page 209.
Difficulty Obtaining a Reading
Low battery/ not plugged into AC power supply.
Next steps: Insert Handheld into Docking Station, verify Docking
Station power cord plugged in and Docking Station power
indicator light is illuminated.
Interference from line frequency induced noise.
Next steps: Verify/set 50/60hz menu setting. See
Localization
on page
121.
Inappropriate sensor or sensor size.
Next steps: Verify proper sensor and sensor size for the patient.