Ohmeda Biox 3700 - Introduction; General Description

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INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the proper operation and maintenance for the Ohmeda
Biox 3700 Pulse Oximeter. Operators, please read this manual before using
the Pulse Oximeter, paying attention to all details of correct operation
along with precautionary measures recommended. All maintenance procedures
in this manual are designed to be performed by the operator of the
oximeter.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Ohmeda Biox 3700 Pulse Oximeter is a stand alone, noninvasive, arterial
oxygen saturation monitor. Ear, finger or flex probes connect the monitor
to the patient, and provide continuous oxygen saturation (Sa02) and pulse
rate readings.
The oximeter determines a patient's arterial oxygen saturation and pulse
rate by measuring the absorption of selected wavelengths of light. The
light generated in the probe passes through the tissue and is converted
into an electronic signal by the photodetector. The electronic signal
passes to the oximeter and is amplified. Analog and digital signal pro
cessing converts the light intensity information into Sa02 and pulse rate
values. Two liquid crystal displays (LCD) present patient data and status
information. The numeric digital LCD displays Sa02 and pulse rate, while
the graphic LCD displays the plethysmography waveform, trend data, status
messages and alarm messages.
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