10 Handheld Pulse Oximeter (Reorder No. 36403)
1. INTRODUCTION (Continued)
• Any condition that restricts blood ow, such as use of
a blood pressure cuff or extremes in systemic vascular
resistance, may cause a failure to determine accurate
pulse rate and SpO
2
readings.
• Remove ngernail polish or articial ngernails before
applying SpO
2
sensors. Fingernail polish or articial
ngernails may cause inaccurate SpO
2
readings.
• Optical cross-talk can occur when two or more sensors are
located in adjoining areas. It can be eliminated by covering
each site with opaque material. Optical cross-talk may
adversely affect the accuracy of the SpO
2
readings.
• Obstructions or dirt on the sensor’s red light or detector
may cause a sensor failure. Make sure there are no
obstructions and the sensor is clean.
• For routine equipment maintenance, please refer to the
service procedures at the associated section as indicated
in the manual.
• As to the other concerns for attention, please carefully look
through the specic chapter in enclosed instructions.
• This manual describes all features and options. This model
may not have all accessories mentioned in this manual.
• Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order
of a physician.
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