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Datex-Ohmeda Cardiocap/5 - User Manual

Datex-Ohmeda Cardiocap/5
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GE Datex-Ohmeda Cardiocap
/5 for Anesthesia
Related to software S-XANE 01
User’s Guide
0537
Conformity according to the Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices
CAUTION: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed medical practitioner.
Outside the USA, check local laws for any restriction that may apply.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Document no. M1031869-01
August 2004
Datex-Ohmeda Inc. Datex-Ohmeda Division,
P.O. Box 7550 Instrumentarium Corporation
Madison, WI 53707-7550, USA P.O. Box 900
Tel: +1-608-221 1551 FI-00031 DATEX-OHMEDA, FINLAND
Fax: +1-608-222 9147 Tel: +358 10 39411
Fax: +358 9 1463310
www.us.datex-ohmeda.com
www.datex-ohmeda.com

Questions and Answers

  • A
    ashleyperezAug 18, 2025
    Why Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment NIBP measuring does not work or values are unreliable?
    • J
      Justin CrossAug 18, 2025
      If the NIBP (Non-Invasive Blood Pressure) measurements are not working or the values displayed on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment are unreliable, ensure that the cuff tubings are not bent, stretched, compressed, or loose. Prevent motion artifacts during measurement. Also, verify that you are using cuffs of the correct size.
  • J
    Jacob WilliamsAug 20, 2025
    What to do if SpO2 signal is poor on Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment?
    • M
      Matthew WhitneyAug 20, 2025
      If you're experiencing a poor SpO2 signal on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, verify that the patient is not shivering. Check the sensor placement to ensure it is correctly positioned. Be aware that skin pigment can cause differences in readings. If using standard pulse oximetry, try changing the averaging time from slow to normal.
  • E
    Erika MartinezAug 23, 2025
    Why Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment ECG signal is noisy, or no QRS is detected?
    • S
      Samantha MillerAug 23, 2025
      If the ECG signal on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment is noisy, or if no QRS complex is detected, ensure that the patient is not shivering. Select the correct filter by pressing ECG and selecting ECG Setup and Filter. Check electrode quality and positioning, avoiding placement over body hair, bones close to skin, layers of fat and major muscles; pre-gelled electrodes are recommended. You may also need to change the lead or enlarge the size from 1.0 mV to 2.0 mV.
  • D
    dennisflemingAug 25, 2025
    What to do if Invasive blood pressure readings are unreliable on Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment?
    • P
      Patricia SolomonAug 26, 2025
      If you find the invasive blood pressure readings unreliable on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, ensure that there are no air bubbles in the transducer system. Flush and zero the system. Also, place the transducer on the patient’s mid-heart level, and zero it.
  • B
    Brittany BrooksAug 28, 2025
    Why Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment respiration measurement fails?
    • W
      williamgreeneAug 28, 2025
      If respiration measurement fails on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, check the electrode quality and positioning. Adjust the detection limits. During ventilator-supported breathing, the respiration calculation may count only ventilator-produced inspirations and expirations. Other electrical devices may interfere with the measurement.
  • K
    Kevin GonzalezAug 30, 2025
    How to troubleshoot Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment when patient spirometry values are unreliable?
    • H
      harperannAug 30, 2025
      If the patient spirometry values are unreliable on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, check that the selected Sensor Type corresponds to the sensor attached to the patient. Remove D-lite and shake drops away. Check that connectors on D-lite are intact and all connections are tight.
  • T
    thomasjasonSep 2, 2025
    What to do if Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment temperature measuring fails?
    • Y
      Yvonne MontgomerySep 2, 2025
      If the temperature measurement fails on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, first check that you are using the correct kind of probe. If the problem persists, try using another probe.
  • J
    John GentrySep 4, 2025
    Why Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment airway gas values are too low?
    • M
      mooremarvinSep 4, 2025
      If the airway gas values are too low on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, check the sampling line and other connectors for any leakage. Also, make sure the scavenging vacuum is not too strong.
  • R
    Robert FryeSep 7, 2025
    How to fix Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment when NMT values are unreliable?
    • M
      mrogersSep 7, 2025
      If the NMT (Neuromuscular Transmission) values are unreliable on your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment, clean the application site of oil and dirt. Check that electrodes are positioned correctly, electrode gel is moist, and skin contact is good. Avoid placement over lesions or excessive body hair.
  • P
    Patrick AndersonSep 9, 2025
    What to do if the Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment monitor does not start?
    • J
      Jodi EllisSep 9, 2025
      If your Datex-Ohmeda Medical Equipment monitor does not start, connect the power cord to the power supply, as the monitor will not start on battery power. Also, check the fuses and replace them if necessary.

Summary

About This Guide

Intended Use

Specifies the intended monitoring use of the Cardiocap/5 monitor and accessories.

Safety Precautions

Warnings

Alerts users to situations posing danger of injury or death.

Cautions and Points to Note

Cautions

Alerts users to situations that may damage the unit or connected devices.

Performance Specifications

Power and Environmental Specs

Outlines performance specs for power, environment, and ECG measurements.

Performance Specifications (Continued)

Respiration, NIBP, and Invasive Pressure Specs

Details performance specs for respiration, NIBP, and invasive blood pressure.

Airway Gases and Oxygen Measurements

Lists performance specs for airway gases (CO2, O2, N2O) and anesthetic agents.

Anesthetic Agent and Patient Spirometry Specs

Details performance specs for anesthetic agents, spirometry, and NMT.

Pulse Oximetry Specifications

Provides performance details for standard and enhanced pulse oximetry.

Monitoring Basics

Preparation and Setup

Guides on preparing the monitor and patient connections before monitoring.

Monitor Keys and Menus

Control Keys and Functions

Identifies and describes the function of the monitor's keys and direct access buttons.

Display Setup

Setting Up the Display

Guides on configuring display modes and startup settings for optimal information presentation.

Alarms

Alarm Categories and Indicators

Explains alarm priorities, visual/audible indicators, and message displays.

Alarms (Continued)

Adjusting Alarm Limits and Sources

How to adjust alarm limits and select parameters that trigger alarms.

Suppressing Audible Alarms

Procedures for temporarily or permanently silencing audible alarms.

Data Management

Collecting and Saving Information

Explains how patient data is collected and saved to monitor memory, card, or network.

ECG

ECG Setup and Lead Selection

Guides on selecting ECG leads, improving waveform readability, and changing HR source.

ECG (Continued)

Viewing ECG Leads and ST Segment Monitoring

How to display multiple ECG leads and monitor ST segment changes.

Monitoring Pacemaker Patients

Specific considerations and settings for monitoring patients with pacemakers.

Impedance Respiration

Starting and Improving Respiration Measurement

Steps to start respiration measurement and enhance waveform readability.

Pulse Oximetry

Pulse Oximetry Sensors and Application

Lists available sensors and provides guidance on applying them correctly.

Pulse Oximetry (Continued)

Pulse Oximetry (Continued)

Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP) (Continued)

Invasive Blood Pressure

Invasive Blood Pressure (Continued)

Airway Gases

Patient Spirometry

Neuromuscular Transmission (NMT)

Neuromuscular Transmission (NMT) (Continued)

Messages

Messages (Continued)

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides solutions for common problems like missing values, noisy ECG, or poor SpO2 signals.

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Troubleshooting Measurement Unreliability

Offers solutions for unreliable NIBP, temp, airway gas, spirometry, and NMT values.

Cleaning and Care

Cleaning and Care (Continued)

Cleaning and Care (Continued)

Calibration Checks and Function Checks

Guides on performing calibration checks and verifying parameter/alarm functions.

Datex-Ohmeda Cardiocap/5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDatex-Ohmeda
ModelCardiocap/5
CategoryMedical Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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