GE TuffSat

Overview
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Patient safety (oximeter)
Warning: The TuffSat oximeter is not intended for continuous monitoring. It has no
alarms (audible or visual) and no user-definable parameters.
Warning: Never test or perform maintenance on the oximeter while using it to
monitor a patient.
Warning: When the battery becomes depleted, the oximeter shuts off. No alarm
sounds.
Warning: The correct use of the oximeter is to measure only arterial oxygen
saturation (SpO
2
), pulse rate, and the Relative Perfusion Index (PI
r
) pulsatile value. A
pulse oximeter does not measure respiration and should never be used as a
substitute for an apnea monitor.
Warning: This device is not intended for use in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
environment.
Patient safety (sensors)
Warning: When the display indicates an error condition or the oximeter appears to
be operating abnormally, disconnect the sensor immediately.
Warning: Patient conditions (such as reddening, blistering, skin discoloration,
ischemic skin necrosis, and skin erosion) may warrant changing the site frequently
or using a different style of sensor.
Warning: Discard a damaged sensor immediately. Do not repair a damaged sensor
or use a sensor repaired by others.
Warning: To prevent patient injury or equipment damage, use only Datex-Ohmeda
sensors approved for use with this oximeter. For complete information about the safe
and appropriate use of a sensor, consult the instructions for that sensor.
Cleaning
Caution: Follow these guidelines when cleaning the oximeter:
• Do not autoclave, pressure sterilize, or gas sterilize the oximeter.
• Use cleaning solution sparingly. Do not immerse the oximeter in liquid. Excessive
solution can flow into the oximeter and damage internal components.
• When cleaning the display lens, do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or
other materials that could damage the lens.
• Do not use petroleum-based solutions or solutions containing acetone, freon, or
harsh solvents. These substances may damage the oximeter and cause a
malfunction.
Caution: Disposable sensors are intended for single-patient-use only.