4-2
4.2 Performance Tests
Performance test are designed to ensure that measurement results are accurate. The
following sections provide a list of performance and accuracy tests and their recommended
frequencies.
4.2.1 Performance Test Frequencies
Check/Maintenance Item Recommended Frequency
Visual Inspection When first installed or reinstalled.
SpO
2
test
1. If the user suspects that the measurement is
incorrect.
2. Following any repairs or replacement of
relevant module.
3. Every two years.
Note: Per year is recommended for NIBP leakage
and accuracy tests..
NIBP test
Leakage test
Accuracy test
NIBP overpressure
test
Temperature test
4.2.2 Visual Inspection
Perform an overall inspection on the appearance of the equipment. The test is passed if the
equipment has no obvious signs of damage. Follow these guidelines when inspecting the
equipment:
Carefully inspect the case, display screen, buttons, and knob for obvious signs of
damage.
Inspect all external connections for loose connectors, bent pins or frayed cables.
Inspect all connectors on the equipment for loose connectors or bent pins.
Make sure that safety labels and data plates on the equipment are clearly legible.
4.2.3 SpO
2
Test
Test Method 1
Required Tool:
None
Test Procedure:
1. Connect SpO
2
sensor for adult to the SpO
2
connector of the monitor. Press the
button to set the patient category to Adult ( ).
2. Place the SpO
2
sensor on your finger.
3. Verify SpO
2
Level and Pulse Rate are displayed.
4. Remove the SpO
2
sensor from your finger and verify the SpO
2
sensor off icon is
displayed