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Microstream® etCO2 sampling lines are designed for single patient use, and are not to be reprocessed. Do not
attempt to clean, disinfect, sterilize or flush any part of the sampling line as this can cause damage to the
monitor.
Dispose of sampling lines according to standard operating procedures or local regulations for the disposal of
contaminated medical waste.
Before use, carefully read the Microstream® etCO2 sampling lines Directions for Use.
Only use Microstream® etCO2 sampling lines to ensure the monitor functions properly.
Notes
The Surveyor’s NIBP parameter is indicated for use with pregnant patients, including those with pre-eclamptic
or eclamptic conditions.
Patient movements may generate excessive noise that may affect the quality of signals and derived parameters
and waveforms.
Proper patient preparation is important to proper application of sensors and electrodes to ensure the correct
operation of the patient monitor.
There is no known safety hazard if other equipment, such as pacemakers or other stimulators, is used
simultaneously with the patient monitor; however, disturbance to the signal may occur.
If an ECG electrode is not connected properly to the patient, or one or more of the patient cable lead wires are
damaged, the display will indicate a lead fault for the lead(s) where the condition is present and if the signal is
being printed, the respective lead(s) will print out as blank.
This patient monitor is intended to be used in a hospital or doctor’s office setting, and should be used and stored
according to the environmental conditions specified.
During nebulization or suction for intubated patients, in order to avoid moisture buildup and sampling line
occlusion, remove the sampling line luer connector from the monitor.
Replace the sampling line according to hospital protocol or when a blockage is indicated by the device.
Excessive patient secretions or a build‐up of liquids in the airway tubing may occlude the sampling line,
requiring more frequent replacement.
When the caution message “Blockage” appears on the screen, indicating that the FilterLine which is attached to
the monitor is blocked, the monitor’s CO2 pump will stop pumping the patient’s breath into the monitor for
testing. Follow the instructions that appear in the Troubleshooting section of this manual: First disconnect and
reconnect the FilterLine. If the message still appears, disconnect and replace the FilterLine. Once a working
FilterLine is attached to the monitor, the pump will automatically resume operation.
Following connection of the CO2 sampling line to the monitor and patient, check that CO2 values appear on the
monitor display.
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