Welch Allyn VSM 6000 series - SpO2 Messages Troubleshooting

Message Possible cause Suggested action
Clear the alarm and retry
NIBP.
Incorrect NIBP cuff size; check
patient type.
The cuff size is not correct Check the patient type.
Clear the alarm and retry
NIBP.
Inflation too quick; check NIBP
cuff and tubing connections.
NIBP inflation was too quick Check the connections and
tubing for kinks.
Clear the alarm and retry
NIBP.
Unable to determine NIBP;
check inflation settings.
NIBP check inflation settings message Check inflation settings and
change as necessary.
Clear the alarm and retry
NIBP.
Change the cuff inflation
target (CIT).
Excessive patient movement. NIBP measurements are not accurate
because of artifact
Limit patient movement during
blood pressure measurement.
Tube type does not match
device configuration.
(NIBP measurement is
available)
The tube connected to the NIBP sensor does
not match the monitor's configuration
Use the tube specified for the
monitor.
Tube type does not match
device configuration.
(NIBP measurement is not
available)
User is using a single-lumen tube with the
following Advanced settings:
1.
Patient type is Pediatric or Adult
2.
Tube type is 2
3.
Algorithm is SureBP
Clear message. Modify
settings or tube use to match
patient type.
SpO2 messages
Message Possible cause Suggested action
SpO2 not functional. Call for
service.
A sensor is defective Call for service.
Searching for pulse signal.
(High-priority alarm)
The SpO2 sensor is not attached to the
patient's finger
Touch the alarm icon or the
SpO2 frame to dismiss the
alarm.
Set SpO2 alarm limits to OFF.
Reattach the SpO2 sensor to
the patient's finger.
Attach SpO2 sensor to monitor. The sensor was not detected Check the sensor connection.
Replace the SpO2 sensor.
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Troubleshooting Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 6000 Series™