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Masimo Rad-8 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeters O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 The Rad-8 Operating Instructions provide the necessary information for proper operation of all Rad- 8 pulse oximeter models. General knowledge of pulse oximetry and an understanding of the features and functions of the Rad-8 pulse oximeter are prerequisites for its proper use.
  • Page 3 SAFETY INFORMATION, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES ■ The Rad-8 Compact pulse oximeter is designed to minimize the possibility of hazards from Do not place the pulse oximeter on electrical equipment that may affect the pulse errors in the software program by following sound engineering design processes, risk analysis oximeter, preventing it from working properly.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Sleep mode Operation..........4-14 Masimo SET Signal Extraction Technology ....... . . 1-5 Trend setup and use.

  • Page 5: Section 1 Overview

    Cleaning And Reuse Of Masimo Sensors ........

  • Page 6: Warnings, Cautions And Notes

    A WARNING is provided when actions may result in a serious outcome (i.e., injury, The Rad-8 family consists of two models: the vertical Rad-8 and the horizontal Rad-8. serious adverse affect, death) to the patient or user. Look for text in a gray shaded box.

  • Page 7: Pulse Oximetry

    P u l s e O x i m e t r y FUNCTIONAL VS. FRACTIONAL SATURATION The Rad-8 is calibrated to measure and display functional saturation which is the amount of GENERAL DESCRIPTION oxygenated hemoglobin expressed as a percentage of the hemoglobin that can transport Pulse oximetry is a continuous and non-invasive method of measuring the level of arterial oxygen.

  • Page 8: Masimo Set Parallel Engines

    All user input is handled by control buttons Pulse Oximetry) Post on the front panel and the sensor cable connection is located on the left side of the Rad-8 Processor horizontal and the bottom of the Rad-8 vertical.

  • Page 9: Rad-8 Front Panel Controls

    The AC Power Charging indicator is illuminated when Mode / Enter Used to enter the setup menus and to select/activate cer- Charging the Rad-8 is connected to AC line power and the bat- Button tain entries within the menu/setup system. Indicator tery is charging.

  • Page 10: Rad-8 Rear Panel

    SYMBOLS R a d - 8 r e a r p a n e l The following symbols are found on the back of the Rad-8 pulse oximeter or packaging and are defined below: SYMBOLS...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    I n t r o d u c t i o n Before the Rad-8 pulse oximeter can be used in a clinical setting, it needs to be inspected and properly U n p a c k i n g a n d i n s p e c t i o n Remove the instrument from the shipping carton and examine it for signs of shipping dam- age.

  • Page 12: Initial Battery Charging

    Connect a patient cable or a direct connect sensor to the Patient Cable Connector The green battery charging LED indicator on the unit will remain illuminated while the battery of the Rad-8 pulse oximeter. Make sure it is a firm connection and the cable is not is charging.

  • Page 13: Factory Default Settings

    ■ The violated alarm limit and reading flash on the display. The following table outlines the default values that the Rad-8 reverts to after a power cycle ■ The Visual Alarm Indicator flashes. if not changed by the user: 12.

  • Page 14: Successful Spo 2 Monitoring

    S u c c e s s f u l S p O 2 m o n i t o r i n g NUMERIC DISPLAY - PULSE RATE The Pulse Rate displayed on the Rad-8 may differ slightly from the heart rate displayed The following general points will aid in ensuring oximetry monitoring success.

  • Page 15: Signal Iq And Pulse Bar

    (low perfusion). signal quality indicator displayed on the Rad-8 is called the Signal IQ. The Signal IQ can It has been suggested that at extremely low perfusion levels, pulse oximeters can measure be used to identify the occurrence of a patient’s pulse and the associated signal quality of...

  • Page 16: Low Battery Audible Alarm

    Mode/Enter or Next keys are pressed. During normal operation, the Rad-8 Display shows oxygen saturation (as % SpO ) and NOTE: The Rad-8 will automatically ‘time out’ of the setup menu after 10 seconds with no Pulse Rate (in beats per minute). key presses.

  • Page 17: Setup Menu Level 2 - Button Volume, Led Brightness And Factory Default Settings

    Low Signal IQ Type when Mode Enter or The Rad-8 only stores data in the trend memory while the device is turned on, and the Alarm Next are pressed. trend data remains in memory until the memory fills up or cleared by the user.

  • Page 18: Output Description

    Philips/Agilent monitor. Please see the Philips/Agilent VueLink format to the serial port Operator’s manual for complete instructions. The Rad-8 pulse oximeter can be set up to audibly indicate all patient alarms while MENU ITEMS DESCRIPTION communicating with the Philips/ VueLink module.

  • Page 19: Special Menu

    3 seconds set/selected ation. when Mode A serial cable is required to connect the Rad-8 to a PC. Patient monitoring is not possible Press to toggle to Enter or Next are while trend memory is being transferred to a PC.

  • Page 20: Erasing Trend Memory

    ALARM TYPE PRIORITY gathering data on a new patient, it is highly recommended the "clear function" be utilized in order for the results to be separate. Turning the Rad-8 off will not erase the trend data. Low saturation (SpO range 1-100%)

  • Page 21: Alarm Limits

    Alarm Suspend Mode. ALARM SILENCED INDICATOR SETTING RANGE The Alarm Silenced Indicator provides visual feedback when illuminated, the Rad-8 audible The SpO high alarm limit can be set anywhere between 2% and 99%, alarms are muted.

  • Page 22: Messages

    T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g The Rad-8 will indicate other data or system errors. The following chart describes what to do if the Rad-8 system does not operate properly Message conditions for the Rad-8 follow: or fails.

  • Page 23: Rad-8 Specifications

    41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C) Transportation/Storage Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to +70°C) Operating/Storage Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing 500 mbar to 1060 mbar pressure, Operating Altitude: -1000 ft to 18,000 ft (-304 m to 5,486 m) Rad-8 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeter Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Physical Characteristics

    Continuous No Connection 1 Masimo SET technology with LNOP Adt/ Neo sensors has been validated for no motion accuracy in human blood studies on healthy Signal Ground Reference for COM signals adult male and female volunteers with light to dark skin pigmentation in induced hypoxia studies in the range of 70-100% SpO against a laboratory co-oximeter and ECG monitor.

  • Page 25: Serial Printer Setup

    Directions for Use to ensure skin integrity and correct positioning and adhesion NURSE CALL of the sensor. The nurse call feature on the Rad-8 pulse oximeter is based on the relay closing or open- CAUTIONS: ing depending on alarm, Low Signal IQ events or both. In addition the nurse call polarity ■...

  • Page 26: Sensor Application Instructions

    ± 5 bpm ± 2% ± 3 bpm LNCS NeoPt-L < 1 kg ± 3% ± 3% ± 3 bpm ± 5 bpm ± 3% ± 3 bpm Rad-8 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeter Operator’s Manual Rad-8 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeter Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Cleaning And Reuse Of Masimo Sensors

    ILIZE ANY MASIMO SENSOR BY IRRADIATION, STEAM, OR ETHYLENE OXIDE. M a s i m o S E T p a t i e n t c a b l e s Reusable patient cables of various lengths are available. Only use appropriate Masimo oximetry patient cables for SpO measurements.

  • Page 28: Introduction

    HARSH SOLVENTS, TO CLEAN THE OXIMETER. THESE SUBSTANCES ATTACK THE DEVICE’S MATERIALS AND DEVICE FAILURE CAN RESULT. Refer to Section 8, Cleaning and Reuse of Masimo Sensors for cleaning instructions of the sensor. Rad-8 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeter Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Battery Service

    Set the SpO low alarm limit to 90 (see Section 4, Setup Menu Level 1 - Alarm maintenance, follow the procedure outlined in this section. If the Rad-8 fails any of the Limits and Alarm Volume). described tests, discontinue its use and correct the problem before returning the unit back...

  • Page 30: Service And Repair

    W a r r a n t y REPAIR POLICY Masimo warrants to the initial purchaser that each new pulse oximeter will be free from Masimo or an authorized Service Department must perform warranty repair and service. defects in workmanship or materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.

  • Page 31: Rad-8 Units And Accessories

    13260 Rad-8 Operators Manual, Portuguese not be transferred to anyone, except other end-users, without the prior written con- sent of MASIMO. In no event may you transfer, assign, rent, lease, sell, or otherwise 30955 Rad-8 Operators Manual, Chinese dispose of the software/firmware or the products on a temporary basis.
  • Page 32 Instruments and sensors containing Masimo SET technology are identi- fied with the Masimo SET logo. Look for the Masimo SET designation on both the sensors and monitors to ensure accurate pulse oximetry when needed most. © 2007 Masimo Corporation. Masimo, Signal IQ, Discrete Saturation Transform, DST, Satshare, SET, , FastSat, Rad-8, Radlink, FastSat, SIQ, LNOP, LNCS and are federally registered trademarks of Masimo Corporation.

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