Welch-allyn 300 Series Vital Signs Monitor - User Manual User Manual

Vital Signs Monitor300 SeriesDirections for useSoftware version 1.2X

6 Chapter 1 General Information Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesDisplays, Indicators, Controls, and ConnectionsThis section describes the me

Directions for Use Chapter 1 General Information 7Status Indicatorsalarms not silencedBattery StatusPulseAmplitude IndicatorºFºFmmHgkPaMMmillimeters o

8 Chapter 1 General Information Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesFunction ControlsConnectionsFor information on the connections, refer to the

29SetupThis chapter describes the set-up procedures for patient monitoring.ConnectionsUse the procedures described below to connect components to the

10 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesUse the AC power adapter to fully charge the battery before using the monitor. (This cant

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 11Connecting the NIBP Cuff HoseAttach the hose to the monitor and the cuff as follows, referring to the illustratio

12 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesConnecting the Temperature Probe CableFollow these steps to connect the temperature probe

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 13Connecting and Disconnecting the SpO2Sensor CableTo connect the SpO2 sensor cable:1. Locate the SpO2sensor cable

14 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesTo disconnect the SpO2cable, refer to the instructions shown in the illustration below.Fo

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 15Power On, Power-on Self-Test, and Power OffWhen the battery is charged, press to turn on the monitor.The monitor

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16 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesConfiguring Operating ParametersYou can change several monitor operating parameters. When

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 17Use the settings menu to select and set the following parameters:To change a settings parameter:1. Select the par

18 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesConfiguration MenuThe configuration menu is accessed by pressing and keeping it depressed

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 19Use the configuration menu to select and set the following parameters:To change a configuration parameter:1. Sele

20 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesChanging the Time and DateFollow these steps to change the time and date settings of the

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 2111. To save the displayed time and date settings, either do nothing for 10 seconds orpress any button other than

22 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesChanging the Patient TypeThe age range for each patient type is defined as follows:Defaul

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 23MAP Measurement Enable and DisableDefault setting: MAP ENABLED for neonate; MAP DISABLED for adult and pediatric.

24 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesChanging the NIBP Measurement UnitsDefault setting: mmHg.To change the NIBP measurement u

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 25Changing Temperature Type and Measurement UnitsDefault setting: F (Fahrenheit predictive).To change the temperatu

iiiContents1 - General Information ...1About This Manual ...1Intended

26 Chapter 2 Setup Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesChanging the Volume of the Pulse ToneDefault setting: 03.The pulse tone can be set from l

Directions for Use Chapter 2 Setup 27Selecting Stream or Batch PrintingDefault setting: BATCH.For monitors configured with the optional thermal printe

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329Patient MonitoringMonitoring Blood PressureWarnings — NIBPWARNING To ensure safe and accurate NIBP measurements, use only cuffs andhoses approved b

30 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesNIBP PreparationBefore you start any NIBP measurement, always follow the ste

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 31If Action 1 and Action 2 lead to Condition 1 and Condition 2, do the following to restorethe monitor

32 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesManual NIBP MeasurementFollow these steps to take a single NIBP measurement.

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 33• If MAP is enabled, MAP results are displayed in the message window.The measurement display persist

34 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series4. To select the currently displayed interval, press any button other than ,

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 35The automatic NIBP cycles continue until one of the following occurs:• The monitor reaches the 5-min

iv Contents Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series7 - Reference ...69Battery Operation ...

36 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesHow Changing the Patient Type Affects MAP DefaultsWhen you cycle power to th

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 37Monitoring SpO2Warnings and Cautions — SpO2WARNING Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for

38 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesSpO2Monitoring Procedure1. Verify that the SpO2sensor cable is connected to

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 39Within a few seconds, the pulse amplitude indicator reflects the rate and strength ofthe pulse.Withi

40 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesMonitoring TemperatureWarnings and Cautions — TemperatureWARNING To ensure p

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 41Setting the Temperature Measurement TypeThe monitor, if configured with the temperature option, can

42 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesLoading a Probe Cover1. Holding the probe handle with your thumb and two fin

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 43Oral PredictiveWhen used correctly, the monitor produces an accurate oral temperature measurement in

44 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series5. Hold the probe in place to assure continuous contact with the oral tissue

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 45Axillary PredictiveWhen used correctly, the monitor produces an accurate axillary temperaturemeasure

11General InformationAbout This ManualThis manual contains information about the Welch Allyn®Vital Signs Monitor 300 Seriesmonitor. The series include

46 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series5. Place the probe tip as high as possible in the axilla, and then bring the

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 47Rectal PredictiveWhen used correctly, the monitor produces an accurate rectal temperature measuremen

48 Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesMonitored Temperature MeasurementThe procedures for monitored and predictive

Directions for Use Chapter 3 Patient Monitoring 49Thermometer and Probe Cleaning Procedure1. Wipe the thermometer regularly with a cloth dampened with

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451Alarms and AlertsResponding to a Patient AlarmA patient alarm occurs when a vital-sign measurement falls outside of programmed limits.During a pati

52 Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesResponding to an Equipment AlertRecoverable Temperature, NIBP, or SpO2Alert—N

Directions for Use Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts 53Nonrecoverable AlertsWhen the monitor detects a nonrecoverable equipment problem, it does the followi

54 Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesAlarm IndicatorsThe monitor alarm indicators are as follows:Setting AlarmsDur

Directions for Use Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts 55Set alarms for systolic and diastolic blood pressure, pulse rate, and SpO2as follows:1. Press .• All

2 Chapter 1 General Information Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesSymbolsThe symbols illustrated on the following pages appear on the monitor

56 Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series6. Change or accept the MAP high alarm limit as described above (from step 2)

Directions for Use Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts 57Nurse CallThe monitor can be connected to a Nurse Call system through a customized cable thatconnects

58 Chapter 4 Alarms and Alerts Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesError CodesErrorCodeDescriptionBlood PressureC01 NIBP cycle cancelled by oper

559Reviewing Patient DataYou can review stored patient data either by viewing it on the monitor or by printing it.Displaying Stored Patient Data1. Pre

60 Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesTo Start and Stop Printing• If the monitor is not printing, press to sta

Directions for Use Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data 61• is pressed again; the monitor prints an error log (if any errors occurred) and afooter, and th

62 Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesTable HeadingThe Table Heading contains some or all of the following col

Directions for Use Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data 63Range and Alarm FlagsFlag characters ( and ) indicate a data value that falls outside of a def

64 Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesNIBPNIBP notation can include error information:Error LegendIf any error

Directions for Use Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data 65Erasing Patient DataAll patient vital-sign data is erased when the monitor is powered off or whe

Directions for Use Chapter 1 General Information 3The functions of the monitor front panel controls illustrated here are described in detailelsewhere

66 Chapter 5 Reviewing Patient Data Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesReplacing the Printer Paper SupplyTo replace the printer paper supply, f

667Operator MaintenanceThis chapter describes the operator maintenance procedures.CleaningWipe the monitor with a cloth slightly dampened with warm wa

68 Chapter 6 Operator Maintenance Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesRecycling Monitor ComponentsWithin the EUDo not dispose of this product as

769ReferenceBattery OperationBattery Low WarningWhen the battery charge is low, a warning tone sounds and the Low Battery indicatorflashes continuousl

70 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesBattery failure causes the immediate suspension of all monitoring and print functions

Directions for Use Chapter 7 Reference 71Monitor SpecificationsThe monitor is an FDA Class II non-critical device and, according to Council Directive

72 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesCharacteristic Specification NotesTemperatureTemperatureMeasurement Range80 Fto110F

Directions for Use Chapter 7 Reference 73PhysicalCharacteristic SpecificationDimensionsheight 6.6 inches 16.8 cmwidth 10.0 inches 25.4 cmdepth 6.0 inc

74 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesElectricalPower RequirementsThe medical-rated isolation AC power adapter connected to

Directions for Use Chapter 7 Reference 75EnvironmentalEMC ComplianceThe monitor complies with all applicable and required standards for electromagneti

4 Chapter 1 General Information Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Seriesmedical equipment). All such configurations must comply with system standard

76 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesGuidance and manufacturer’s declaration—electromagnetic immunityThe Vital Signs Monit

Directions for Use Chapter 7 Reference 77Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration—electromagnetic immunityThe VSM 300 Series monitor is intended for us

78 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesOther Environmental SpecificationsRecommended separation distances between portable a

Directions for Use Chapter 7 Reference 79Nurse CallSwitch current 1A maximumSwitch voltage 30V ac/dc maximumIsolation 1500 VrmsAlarm relay Energized d

80 Chapter 7 Reference Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 SeriesFactory Default SettingsFunction ValueBlood pressure measurement units mmHgPatient ty

81Limited WarrantyThis product is sold by Welch Allyn under the warranties set forth in the followingparagraphs. These warranties are extended only to

82 Limited Warranty Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series

83IndexAAC powerconnecting, 9adultsee also patient typedefined, 22icon, 3alarmhigh and low, 55MAP, 34, 56patient, 51range limits, 56responding to, 51s

84 Index Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Seriesdescription, 7intended use, 1intravenous infusionwarning, 29KkPaunits, selecting, 24Mmaintenance, 6

Directions for Use Index 85Vvital signsalarms, 51blood pressure, 29pulse rate, 36SpO2, 37temperature, 40Wwarningsgeneral, 4NIBP, 29SpO2, 37temperature

Directions for Use Chapter 1 General Information 5General CautionsWARNING Do not connect more than one patient to a monitor.WARNING If the monitor is

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