GE MAC 600 - Preparing the Patient; Prepare the Patient’s Skin

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Table of Contents20
Introduction28
Manual Information28
Purpose28
Intended Audience28
Indications for Use28
Contraindications29
Clinical Benefits29
Product Reference29
Illustrations29
Blank Pages30
Safety Information30
Safety Messages30
Applicable Hazard Messages30
Classification34
Certification Information35
Biocompatibility36
Responsibility of the Manufacturer36
General Information36
Recording Ecgs During Defibrillation36
Recording ECGS of Pacemaker Patients37
Accuracy of the Input Signal Reproduction37
Modulating Effects in Digital Systems37
EMI/EMC/RF Safety Information38
Security Information39
Parts and Accessories39
Device Symbols40
Service Information49
Service Requirements49
Serial Number Label Format49
Serial Number Format51
Product Label52
Equipment Overview54
Front View54
Side View55
Back View56
Inside View57
Bottom View58
Keypad59
Getting Started60
Confirming the Box Contents61
Ordering Optional Accessories61
Purchasing Software Options62
Connecting the Patient Cable62
Loading the Paper62
Turning on the System64
Configuring the Device65
Checking the Functions of the Device65
Operating the System65
Startup Screen66
Selecting the Menu Options67
Using the Arrow Pad67
Preparing the Patient68
Prepare the Patient's Skin68
Applying Resting Electrodes70
Standard 12 Lead Placement70
Acquiring an ECG74
Recording a Resting ECG74
Entering Patient Information77
ECG Options - before Acquiring an ECG78
ECG Options - after Acquiring an ECG81
Hookup Advisor81
Generating a Rhythm Report (Manual Recording)83
Auto Storage and Auto Transmit83
Configuring Auto Storage84
Configuring Auto Transmit85
File Manager88
Introduction88
Accessing the File Manager89
Printing the Stored Ecgs90
Report Setup91
Displaying the Stored Ecgs92
Transmitting Stored Ecgs through Serial Line93
Transmitting Stored Ecgs in XML Format94
Transmitting Stored Ecgs to the MUSE System95
Transmitting Stored Ecgs to Cardiosoft V6.6195
Deleting Stored Ecgs101
Storing Ecgs in XML Format101
Storing Ecgs in PDF Format101
Using the SD (Secure Digital) Card102
Locking and Unlocking102
Formatting the SD Card102
Ejecting an SD Card from the Drive Slot103
System Setup104
Introduction104
Accessing the Setup Function104
Ecg105
Resting ECG Reports106
Lead Sequence109
Lead Groups109
Writer Setup111
ECG Analysis111
ECG Acquisition112
Basic System113
Patient Questions115
Screen Colors117
Option Activation117
Miscellaneous Setup118
Reset Password120
Change Password124
Country Setup127
Language128
Date and Time128
AC Filter129
Notation129
Storage130
PDF Configuration131
Transmission134
Print Setup135
Save Setup135
Restore Setup136
Device Maintenance139
Inspecting the Device139
Cleaning and Disinfecting Exterior Surfaces139
Cleaning Materials to Use140
Cleaning Materials to Avoid140
Precautions141
Cleaning the Printhead141
Calibration Check142
Preventive Maintenance143
Storing Thermal Paper143
Battery Maintenance144
Periodic Maintenance144
Battery Safety145
Replacing the Battery145
Connecting the ACDC Power Adapter146
Charging the Battery147
Is the Battery Charging147
When Should You Charge the Battery147
Troubleshooting148
General Troubleshooting Tips148
Equipment Problems149
System Does Not Power up149
Acquired ECG Data Displays Unacceptable Noise149
Paper Jams150
SD Card Error150
System Errors151
12SL Statements154
Introduction154
Report Formats158
Format Description158
Sample Reports159

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