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Huntleigh Sonicaid FM800 Encore Series User Manual

Huntleigh Sonicaid FM800 Encore Series
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Huntleigh Sonicaid FM800 Encore Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelFM800 Encore Series
ManufacturerHuntleigh Healthcare
Display TypeLCD
Power Supply100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
ConnectivityWired
Fetal Heart Rate (FHR) Range50 to 210 bpm
Toco Range0 to 100
Maternal Heart Rate (MHR) Range30 - 240 bpm
Printing Speed1, 2, or 3 cm/min
InterfacesRS232
Power SourceMains and Battery
CompatibilityCompatible with accessories

Summary

1 General

1.1 Applicable products

Identifies the specific issue status products to which this manual applies.

1.2 Standards compliance

Lists the standards and directives the Sonicaid FM800 Encore complies with.

1.3 Indications for use

Describes the intended medical use of the Sonicaid FM820 and FM830 Encore fetal monitors.

1.4 Limitations for use

Details restrictions and warnings for using the FM800E series monitors.

1.5 System Installation

Covers requirements for connecting the FM800E fetal monitor to other equipment.

1.6 Calibration

States there are no special calibration procedures for FM800E.

1.7 Multiple Portable Socket Outlets

Provides guidance on using multiple portable socket outlets, including isolation transformers.

1.8 Electromagnetic compatibility

Ensures correct environmental conditions for FM800E to avoid interference.

1.9 Service & Warranty

Outlines standard terms, conditions, and procedures for returning the FM800E unit.

1.10 Trademarks

Lists the registered trademarks associated with the product and its components.

1.11 Sensors

Provides information on approved oximeter sensors and care/disposal for probes.

1.12 Residual Risks

Highlights residual risks that require warnings to be noted in the manual.

1.13 Symbols

Explains the meaning of various symbols used throughout the manual and on the product.

2 Introduction

2.1 The FM800E series

Introduces the FM800E series monitors and their intended use in antepartum and intrapartum monitoring.

2.2 Main unit: front panel

Identifies and describes the components and controls located on the front panel of the main unit.

2.3 Connection sockets for transducers

Details the different connection sockets for various transducers and their corresponding types.

2.4 Main unit: rear connectors

Identifies and describes the input/output connectors located on the rear panel of the main unit.

2.5 The FM800E display

Describes the features and benefits of the FM800E's high-performance colour display.

2.6 Transducers and cables

Lists all transducers and cables supplied with the units and as optional accessories.

2.7 Handling and mounting

Provides instructions for safe handling, mounting, and positioning of the FM800E unit.

3 FM800E Controls and Display

3.1 Controls and on/off indicator

Explains the function of the front panel controls and the power on/off indicator.

3.2 FM800E main screen

Describes the layout and parameters displayed on the FM800E main monitoring screen.

3.3 Software control buttons

Details the functionality of the software control buttons and their interaction with connected transducers.

3.4 Audio controls

Explains how to control audio volume and select the audio channel for monitoring.

3.5 Printer controls

Describes the front panel controls for the printer, including on/off, fast forward, and EasiNotes.

4 Setup

4.1 Overview

Explains the differences between Setup, Current Alarms, Default Alarms, and System Settings procedures.

4.2 Current alarms

Allows alteration of alarms for a monitoring session before transducer connection; changes are temporary.

4.3 Default alarms

Enables modification of the FM800E's default alarm settings, which remain permanent.

4.4 System settings

Covers user preferences that are protected by an access code and remain after power cycling.

4.5 Care Analysis / TREND

Explains how to select Sonicaid CARE (antepartum) or Sonicaid TREND (intrapartum) analysis.

4.6 Time and date

Provides instructions for resetting the date and time, and changing the date format.

4.7 Patient details

Details how to enter and remove patient name, ID, and gestation period for trace headers.

4.8 Timer

Explains how to set a timer for alerts and how to acknowledge or turn it off.

4.9 Actogram settings

Covers how to turn the actogram feature on/off and adjust its sensitivity and display settings.

5 System Settings and Default Alarms

5.1 Overview

Explains how System Settings and Default Alarms screens allow protected preference adjustments.

5.2 Changing the default alarms

Details how to modify hospital defaults for alarms and how to reset to factory defaults.

5.3 Printer setup

Guides users through setting the hospital name, print header, and paper-out buffer options.

5.4 Audio/graphic settings

Explains how to control baby graphic display, audible key presses, event marks, and ECG waveforms.

5.5 International settings

Covers altering supply frequency, changing display language, and date format.

5.6 Serial interface

Details setting the appropriate serial interface protocol for connecting to Central Review Systems.

6 Monitoring Fetal Parameters

6.1 Preliminary

Ensures transducers and belts are clean and ready, checks printer, and enters patient details.

6.2 Audio signal

Explains how to obtain an audio signal for FHR and Fetal ECG, and how to select channels.

6.3 Ultrasound monitoring

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting and using the ultrasound transducer for fetal monitoring.

6.4 The FHR confidence indicator

Explains the heart symbol as a confidence indicator, not signal strength, and its colour meanings.

6.5 False recording of FHR

Addresses causes of falsely reported FHR and methods to minimize double rating or half rating.

6.6 Ultrasound for twins

Details how to set up the FM800E for monitoring twins and check heart rates.

6.7 Fetal ECG (using a scalp electrode)

Explains the connection and audio signal procedure for monitoring Fetal ECG using a scalp electrode.

6.8 Accidentally recording the wrong signal

Discusses possibilities of picking up wrong twin or maternal signals and how the FM800E compares rates.

7 Monitoring Maternal Parameters

7.1 Contractions (using Toco transducer)

Guides on connecting, positioning, and zeroing the Toco transducer for measuring contractions.

7.2 Contractions (using IUP transducer)

Provides instructions for connecting and using the IUP transducer for measuring contractions.

7.3 Fetal Event Marker

Describes the optional fetal event marker for capturing maternally sensed fetal movements.

7.4 Maternal ECG

Explains monitoring MECG to verify fetal heart rate source and how to obtain audio signals.

7.5 Maternal Blood Pressure

Details how to measure maternal blood pressure, including cuff selection, positioning, and measurement methods.

7.6 Maternal Oximetry

Guides on connecting and using the maternal oximetry sensor to measure oxygen saturation and pulse rate.

8 Events and Alarms

8.1 What is meant by an alarm?

Defines alarms in the context of monitoring sessions and clarifies clinical terms like Tachycardia and Bradycardia.

8.2 What is seen and heard?

Describes the audible and visual indicators used by the FM800E to signal alarms and events.

8.3 Responding to alarms

Recommends user responses to different types of alarms, including acknowledging them.

8.4 Controlling alarms

Explains the four ways to manage alarms: acknowledge, switch off, alter thresholds, or change volume.

8.5 Recording fetal movements

Details how the mother can record fetal movements using the optional fetal event marker.

8.6 Actogram

Explains the Actogram feature for detecting fetal movements and its limitations, especially with twins.

8.7 Recording clinical events (EasiNotes)

Guides on entering, editing, and restoring clinical event notes or marks on the fetal heart rate trace.

9 Setting Alarm Thresholds

9.1 Default alarm thresholds

Lists the factory-set alarm thresholds for all parameters and explains how to change them.

9.2 FHR thresholds (Ultrasound and FECG)

Details how to change the limits and delays for High FHR, Low FHR, and Signal Loss alarms.

9.3 Maternal blood pressure thresholds

Explains how to adjust the high and low limits for Systolic and Diastolic maternal blood pressure alarms.

9.4 MECG thresholds

Guides on setting the Bradycardia and Tachycardia thresholds for maternal ECG monitoring.

9.5 Maternal oximetry threshold

Details how to change the threshold for maternal oximetry (O2 SAT) and alarm volume.

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