important information to consider
Before operating
You have purchased a high-quality riester product, which was manufactured in
accordance with Directive 93/42 eec and is continuously subject to strict quality
control.
Please read this manual carefully before operating the device and keep it in a safe
place.
we will be glad to assist you should you have any questions. You will find our address in
this manual. we will provide you the address of our partner upon request.
Please note that all of the devices described in this manual are intended solely for use
by appropriately trained personnel.
Please also note that correct and safe functioning of this device is only guaranteed
when used with the original riester accessories
proper use
the
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is a medical device for measuring arterial blood pressure by means of the
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oscillometric method and arterial oxygen saturation, as well as optional measurement
of oral, axillary and rectal body temperature. the pulse oximeter has been calibrated
to display the functional oxygen saturation, which is determined from the length of the
pulse wave using two high-precision light-emitting diodes (LeD). the device is suitable
for measurement in adults, children and infants. It can be used to measure and display
the values specified in hospitals, clinics, medical practices and similar facilities. Other
use is not intended.
Warnings and precautions
explanation:
Warning:
Indicates things that could harm the patient or user.
caution:
Indicates things that could damage the device.
remark:
Indicates other important information.
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Warnings:
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not suitable for use near flammable anaesthetic gas mixtures of air, oxygen or nitrous
oxide.
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Do not use this device in environments where there is danger of explosion.
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Do not use this device in the vicinity of magnetic resonance imaging (Mr) scanners. Mr
scanners can generate currents that lead to burns.
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the device's readings must be linked with clinical symptoms and signs. the device is
only intended as a tool for diagnosis.
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If your affix certain sensors with plaster or adhesive tape, do not apply it too tightly in
order not to interrupt the patient's blood circulation at the measurement site.
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If you connect this device to another device, check that this combination is functioning
correctly and ensure that no danger is posed to the patient or the user by this
combination. anyone who combines devices configures a medical system and is
therefore responsible for complying with the provisions standard 60601-1-1.
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Incorrectly placed spO2 sensors can yield incorrect readings. Please heed the operating
manual of the sensors.
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the use of defective sensors can lead to incorrect displays that could harm the patient in
the worst case. therefore, you should not use defective sensors.
• using sensors with damaged cables can also yield incorrect readings. You should
therefore check each cable before use.
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this device can display incorrect readings when near strong electromagnetic fields.
these fields are generated by high frequency surgical equipment or mobile phones, for
example.
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the device can display incorrect readings when near computer tomography (ct)
scanners.
Only use this device with the included accessories and with riester cuffs and sensors.
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