Chapter 7: ECG
VS2000 Vital Signs Monitor Operation Manual 7-3
Standard 5-Lead Placement
ECG 5-LEAD ELECTRODE INDENTIFICATION
Electrode Label Location Color
RA Right Arm White
RL Right Leg Green
LA Left Arm Black
LL Left Leg Red
Figure 7.1: 5-Lead Placement
WARNING! Electrodes of dissimilar metals should not be used.
CAUTION! To protect the monitor from damage during defibrillation, for
accurate ECG information and to protect against noise and other
interference, use only ECG electrodes and cables specified by
Utech.
3. Place the ECG leads to the patient. Be sure that the leads are in the correct
ECG cable position. The ECG leads and patient cable connector are
color-coded.
CAUTION! Ensure conductive parts, including electrodes of the patient
cable, do not come into contact with any conductive surfaces or
earth parts.