Chapter 1: Introduction
1-10 Veterinary Vital Signs Monitor Operation Manual
device are equivalent to those obtained by an intra-arterial blood
pressure measurement device as determined by Utech Co., Ltd.
Respiration Rate Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING! Respiration monitoring is not recommended on active patients.
It may lead to false alarm.
WARNING! Install white and red electrodes in opposite positions to obtain
optimum respiration waveform. Avoid placing the cable above
liver and ventricle to reduce false readings produced by the
heart coverage or pulsation blood flow. This is very important
for neonates.
Temperature Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING! Before monitoring starts, check if the sensor cable is properly
connected. Pull the temperature sensor cable from the channel
1 jack, an error message “T1 sensor is off” is displayed on the
screen and the alarm sound can be heard. The same happens
with the other channel.
WARNING! Be cautious when handling temperature sensors and cables.
When it is not in use, the sensor and cable ought to be in a
loose loop. Tightly folded cable can cause mechanical damage.
WARNING! Temperature calibration should be done once a year (or
according to the schedule specified in the hospital procedure).
If calibration is needed, contact the manufacturer.
WARNING! Disposable temperature sensors should only be used once.
WARNING! During monitoring process, the temperature measurement
instrument will conduct a self-check every hour lasting for two
seconds. This will not affect normal operation of the monitor.
NOTE! Use only temperature sensors and interface cables specifically
intended for use with this device.