UTECH UT100 - Care and Handling of the Sensor

Chapter 4: Operating Instructions
4-4 UT100 Handheld Pulse Oximeter Operation Manual
4.4.2 Care and Handling of the Sensor
WARNING! Misuse or improper handling of the sensor and cable
could result in damage to the sensor. This may cause
inaccurate readings.
Hold the
connector
rather than the cable when
connecting
or
disconnecting
the sensor to
the
device as shown in Figure 4.2.
Cable
Connec t or
Figure 4.2: Disconnecting or connect the sensor
Do not use excessive force or unnecessary twisting when
c onnecting ,
disc onnecting , st oring , or
when using the
sensor .
Place an adult/pediatric SpO
2
sensor:
When placing the sensor on the patient, allow the cable to lay the back of
hand as shown in Figure 4.3.
Figure 4.3: Positioning the cable of the finger sensor
Place a neonatal SpO
2
sensor: