User's Manual

SpO
2
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ADAPTER DISCONNECTED — CHECK CONNECTION AT MODULE
• The module does not detect an adapter cable connected to the front panel.
Check proper adapter cable connection.
• If the message persists and the adapter cable is secure, replace the adapter
cable.
• The channel will drop and the alarm will stop after approximately 10-seconds.
• On remote view, there may be no audible alarm on the remote monitor before
the channel drops.
SENSOR DISCONNECTED — CHECK CONNECTION AT ADAPTER CABLE
• The module does not detect a sensor. Check the proper connection of the
sensor with adapter cable.
• If the message persists, replace the sensor and/or the adapter cable.
SENSOR OFF PATIENT — CHECK CONNECTION AT PATIENT
• The module does not detect a valid sensor input signal. Check the patient for
proper sensor placement.
• The tissue between the LED and photodiode is too transmissive. If the sensor
placement seems correct and the message persists, try a sensor site with a
thicker tissue bed.
FAULTY SENSOR — REPLACE SENSOR
• The LED and/or photodiode have failed. Replace the sensor.
AMBIENT LIGHT INTERFERENCE — COVER SENSOR AREA
• The sensor is receiving external light interference from a bright light source
near the sensor. Shield the sensor from the external light source.
• The sensor photodiode and LEDs are misaligned on flexible sensors thereby
allowing light to enter. Realign the sensor photodiode with LEDs.
• If the message persists, replace the sensor.
INSUFFICIENT SIGNAL — REPOSITION OR REPLACE SENSOR
• Insufficient signal for proper operation as evidenced by a low deflection on
Sensorwatch signal strength bar.
• Poor sensor application or site. Correctly re-apply or reposition to a better
perfused site or massage site.
• If the message persists, replace the sensor.
!
• This message is not available with disposable SpO
2
sensors or
non-clip type sensors.