Konica Minolta Pulsox-2 User manual

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
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70SA
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Please read the text carefully and use the equipment safely.
For North America
UL, C_ UL:
WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL
HAZARDS ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL 2601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2
No.601.1
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ings, designed to prevent accidents caused by erroneous handling of the equipment.
Authorized Standards
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The prohibited action should never be carried out, under any circumstances.
This indicates instructions concerning an action.
Always follow the instructions carefully.
This indicates an action which is prohibited.
Never disassemble the product or unit.
This symbol indicates type BF applied part.
The instrument provide a particular degree of protection against electric shock,
particularly the leakage current and reliability of the protective earth connection
with an F-TYPE APPLIED PART.
F-TYPE APPLIED PART indicates applied part isolated from all other parts of
the instrument to such a degree that the patient leakage current allowable in
single fault condition is not exceeded when a voltage equal to 1.1 times the
highest rated mains voltage is applied between the applied part and earth.
IPX4
This symbol indicates Splash-proof equipment.
For Europe
CE (Medical Device Directive):
This instrument complies with EN60601-1, EN60601-1-2, EN14971,
EN13485.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To ensure correct use of this instrument, read the following points carefully
and adhere to them. After you have read this manual, keep it in a safe place
where it can be referred to anytime a question arises.
WARNING (Failure to adhere to the following points may result in
death or serious injury.)
Do not use the instrument in places where flammable or combustible gases
(anesthetic gas etc.) are present. Doing so may cause a fire.
Do not put the batteries on a fire, short-circuit them, heat them or disassemble
them. Doing so may cause explosion or heat generation, resulting in fire or injury.
This device is designed to measure the oxygen saturation level (SpO2) and
the pulse rate. It should not be used as a warning device to detect cessation
of breathing or irregular breathing during sleep.
CAUTION (Failure to adhere to the following points may result in
injury or damage to the instrument or other property.)
Do not use batteries other than those specified by KONICA MINOLTA SENS-
ING. When installing batteries in the instrument, make sure that they are
correctly oriented according to the (+) and (–) marks. For a model which use
more than one battery, do not mix new and old batteries, or mix batteries of
different types. Failure to adhere to these instructions may cause explosion
of the batteries or leakage of electrolyte, resulting in fire, injury or corrosion.
Do not place the instrument on an unstable or sloping surface. Doing so may
result in its dropping or overturning, causing injury. Take care not to drop the
instrument when carrying it.
Do not operate the instrument for long periods of time with a finger holder at-
tached to a patient. Low-temperature burn, redness or rash may result. If you
feel pain or itchiness, stop use of the instrument immediately and consult a doc-
tor. A doctor should also be consulted before using the instrument on infants,
those with peripheral blood circulation problems or those with sensitive skins.
If alkali fluid from the battery comes in contact with eyes, skin, or clothing,
immediately wash the affected area and see a physician for treatment.
Do not disassemble or modify the instrument. Doing so may cause a fire or elec-
tric shock.
Do not use wet batteries. Do not use instrument if the battery compartment con-
tains water. Doing so may cause explosion or heat generation, resulting in fire or
injury.

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1. BEFORE OPERATION
Safety Notes
CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
The PULSOX-2 is a medical instrument, so instructions given by
a doctor must be adhered to.
The instrument is designed for measurement of the oxygen satu-
ration (SpO2) of arterial blood and the pulse rate. Do not use
it for any other purposes, such as warning of sleep apnea and
breathing abnormalities.
Package Contents
Make sure that all the following items are supplied with the instru-
ment.
1 PULSOX-2 main unit (×1)
2 Neck strap NS-M (×1)
3 AAA-size alkaline battery (×2)
Main Features
This pulse type oximeter emits light to the user’s finger to measure the
oxygen saturation (% SpO2) of arterial blood and the pulse rate.
• Compact, lightweight and portable
The light weight, compactness, and portability of the PULSOX-2 allows
it to be used for inspection of both outpatients and inpatients. In addi-
tion, it is easily transported by both doctors and nurses for house calls
or home-care patients.
• Battery-operated
The PULSOX-2 is operated by two AAA-size alkaline batteries.

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2. NAMES OF PARTS
■ Main unit
Battery cover: Open or close this cover when replacing the
batteries with new ones.
Battery cover lock: It is used to lock the battery cover.
Strap eyelet: Attach the neck strap to this hook.
Finger holder: Holds finger when inserted for measurement.
A light source is located in the upper side, and
a sensor in the lower side.
Thumb rest: Put the thumb here when you hold this instru-
ment.
Display: Displays measured value, pulse level meter
and error messages.
Thumb rest
Battery cover Display
Battery cover lock
Strap eyelet
Finger holder

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3. NOTES ON USE
• This instrument should be used in areas with an ambient temperature of 0 to
40°C (32 to 104°F) and a relative humidity of 30 to 95%, with no condensation.
• This is a precision instrument. To avoid the possibility of it being damaged,
the instrument should not be dropped nor should heavy objects be placed
on top of it.
• This instrument conforms to water-seal rating of IPX4 (IEC 60529), which
ensures that the instrument will show no adverse damage even if exposed
to water splashing from any direction. However, the instrument is not water-
proof, so it should never be washed with water or left immersed in water.
• When the water remains in finger holder, the measurement value is not ac-
curate.Turn the part of strap eyelet to the bottom, and remove the water.
• This instrument should not be used in areas subject to strong vibrations, nor
should it be subjected to physical shock. Doing so may cause breakdown.
• The finger holder is a delicate device and should not be handled roughly nor
should objects be placed on top of it.
• The accuracy of this instrument, like that of all other dual-wavelength oxi-
meters, can be influenced by the presence of abnormal hemoglobins such
as carboxyhemoglobin (HbCO) and methemoglobin. Tables 1 and 2 below
show the errors which may occur due to these hemoglobins. The instrument
may also be affected by cardiogreen or intravascular dyes.
• Do not use a mobile telephone when using this instrument. Doing so may re-
sult in measurement error.
• This instrument may interfere with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) proce-
dure.
• The disposal method of AAA batteries varies according to local government
regulation.
• Dispose of the battery according to the instructions given by local government
regulations or ask a specialized waste service company to dispose of it.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
medical devices to the IEC 60601-1-2:2001, Medical Device Directive
93/42/EEC . These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against harmful interference in a typical medicitl installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to other
devices, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving device.
• Increase the separation between the equipment.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the other device's are connected.
• Consult the manufacture or field service technician for help.

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4. OPERATING METHOD
Preparations
(1) Installing Batteries
(Two AAA-size batteries are required.)
1. Push the battery cover, and unlock
the battery cover lock.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert two AAA-size batteries into
the battery chamber.
4. Close the battery cover and hold it
with a finger.
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5. Close the battery cover lock until it
clicks.
• The batteries will last approxi-
mately 80 hours.
• The battery mark will begin to
blink when the battery power is
low.
Notes on Use
• Battery replacement is the Only User Serviceable item.
• When replacing the batteries with new ones, do not mix battery types or
ages.
• If the instrument will not be used for a long period of time, remove the
batteries from the battery chamber. Also remove the batteries as soon
as possible if they are dead.
(2) Installing the Neck Strap
By attaching the neck strap to the instrument, the instrument can
be hung from the neck.
1. Pass the neck strap through the
strap eyelet as shown in the figure.
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Measurements
Measurements must be taken with the index finger placed in the
finger holder. This instrument must be held tightly. Put the thumb
only on the thumb rest. You must not put the thumb on other posi-
tions. Don't take the pressure which is unnecessary for the forefin-
ger. Those are important for the accurate measurement.
1. Open the finger holder.
2. Insert the index finger and re-
lease the finger holder.
• Opening the finger holder will
start measurement automati-
cally.
The finger should be put on the po-
sition shown in the figure below.
Measurement
display
Sensor
Light Source
Proper attachment Finger is not sufficiently
inserted.
Finger is inserted too far.
Measurement cannot be taken.

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Safety Notes
This finger holder is designed only for use on the fingers of
adults, so it should not be used on any other body parts.
Never secure the finger holder with tape or such like. Doing so
may cause hemostasia or dropsy.
Notes on Use
• Remove nail polish before taking measurements.
• If no measurement values are displayed, attach the finger holder to a
thinner finger to take measurements.
• It may not be possible to take measurements in case of blood circula-
tion or blood stream problems. In this case, remove the finger holder,
rub or warm the finger to improve blood circulation, then re-attach the
finger holder.
• Do not use the instrument in areas where it is exposed to strong light
such as direct sunlight.
Notes on Measurements
• Check that the pulse level meter changes in synchronization with the
pulse rate during measurements. In the following cases, the level meter
may not operate properly, hindering display of correct values.
• Rapid body movement
• Finger Holder is not attached to the patient properly.
• Arm or finger is pressed, causing bad blood circulation.
• When using the instrument, take care not to expose the finger holder to
strong light.

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Ending Measurements
1. Open the finger holder and remove the finger.
• Measurement will stop automatically, and the display will go
off after 10 seconds.
Notes on Use
• If the instrument will not be used for a long period of time, remove the
batteries from the battery chamber.

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How to Read the Measurement Values
Pulse level meter: Indicates the pulse level in 8 levels (0 to 10%, full
scale if 10% or higher). The pulse level is defined as follows. (For sta-
ble measurements, adjust the measuring point of the finger holder or
rub or warm the measuring point to improve blood circulation, so that
the pulse level meter constantly indicates level 2 or higher.)
Pulse level (%) = Variable transmittance × 100
Constant transmittance
Calculation method for displayed values
Oxygen saturation value (SpO2):
Value obtained by performing moving averaging for the last
5 seconds is updated and displayed every second.
Pulse rate (P.R.):
Value obtained by performing moving averaging for the last
8 pulse rates is updated and displayed every second.
Battery indication: The battery mark will begin to
blink when the battery power
level is low. (For details regard-
ing batteries, refer to page 8.)
Pulse rate (P.R.)
Oxygen saturation value (SpO2)
Pulse level meter

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Back Light
The backlight will light up automatically when the surroundings be-
come dark.
When backlight isn’t turned by the bright surroundings, cover the
backlight sensor window with finger.
• Once the backlight is lit, it will remain lit until measurement
stops.
• When battery mark is blinking, backlight isn’t turned on. Please
replace the battery.
Backlight sensor window

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Error Messages
■ Messages relating to connection of the finger holder and attachment to
the patient
Error Messages
The Measure-
ment Value and
flash alternately
Cause Solution
• Insufficient light for
measurement..
• Strong light enters the
finger holder’s sensor
directory.
• Pulse signal required
for measurement is
not being received.
• The pulse is weak and
the pulse signals
required for the meas-
urement are not ob-
tained. The measure-
ment value is dis-
played, however, the
accuracy of the meas-
urement values can
not be guaranteed.
Thus, the measured
value must be consid-
ered as guidance
only.
• Check that the finger holder is properly
attached to the patient.
• Clean the light-source and sensor
sections.
• Take measures to prevent direct entry
of strong light to the finger holder.
• Check that the finger holder is properly
attached to the patient. If the finger
holder is properly attached but this
message still appears, the circulation in
the area being measured may not be
good. If this occurs, warm up the
measurement location.
• Attach the finger holder to the body
correctly. If this message is displayed
when the unit is attached to the patient
correctly, the measurement conditions
are regarded as blood circulation or
other circulatory problems. If this
occurs, warm up the measurement
locations.
• In particular, when the pulse is weak,
this error tends to occur. For improved
measurement accuracy, if the finger
holder is exposed to strong light, wrap it
with a piece of black cloth, etc. Also
make sure that the patient rests calmly
to avoid influence of body movement.

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Error Messages
The Measure-
ment Value and
Cause Solution
• Motion artifact
• The pulse rate ex-
ceeds the upper limit
(250 bpm) of the
measurement range.
• Attach the finger holder to the patient
properly. If this message still reappears
even though the finger holder is
attached properly, keep the measuring
point as stationary as possible.
• Measurement cannot be performed
when the upper limit of the measure-
ment range is exceeded.
■ Messages relating to the condition of the main unit

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
■ Main Unit
• Display disap-
peared in the
middle of
measurements.
• No display ap-
pears when the
finger holder
was opened
and the meas-
urement was
started.
Error Messages Cause Solution
• Is battery power ex-
hausted?
• Are batteries oriented
correctly (+ and -
marks)?
• Turn the POWER
switch OFF and re-
place the two batter-
ies (AAA-size) with
new ones.
• Make sure that the
batteries are oriented
correctly.
P.6
P.6

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6. In Case of Malfunction
• If a malfunction occurs, contact the nearest authorized service facility.
Never disassemble the unit or attempt to repair it yourself.
7. Maintenance and Storage
• This instrument should be stored at temperatures of between –10 and 60
°C (14 and 140°F) at 30 to 95% relative humidity. Do not store this instru-
ment in areas subject to high temperatures or high humidity, and do not
subject this instrument to sudden temperature changes which may result
in condensation. For protection, this instrument should be stored with a
drying agent such as silica gel.
• When storing the instrument:
• Do not store the instrument in an area where it will be exposed to water.
• Do not store the instrument in an area where direct sunlight, pressure, tem-
perature, humidity, ventilation, sunlight, dust, strong magnetic fields, and/or
saline or sulphurous atmospheres may affect the instrument.
• Do not store the instrument on an inclined surface or on a surface which may
be subject to vibrations or physical shock. (Also avoid vibrations or physical
shock during transportation.)
• Do not store the instrument in areas where chemicals are stored or where
gas may be emitted.
• To avoid any problems occurring the next time the instrument is used,
make sure the instrument and finger holders are cleaned and stored
safely.
• If the PULSOX-2 will not be used for more than two weeks, remove bat-
teries to avoid the possibility of damage due to leakage of electrolyte.
8. Maintenance and inspections
• Before using the instrument, carefully check that the instrument is oper-
ating safely and correctly.
9. Cleaning
• When cleaning the main unit, clean it with a cloth moistened with neu-
tral detergent or water. Never clean it by any other methods or with any
kind of solvent.
•
When cleaning a finger holder, clean it using a soft cloth moistened with ethyl
alcohol or cationic soap, and wipe it off using a dry soft cloth or dry it naturally.

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10. SPECIFICATIONS
PULSOX-2
■ Dual-wavelength pulse-type oximeter
■ Functions:
• Measuring range: SpO2: 0 to 100%
Pulse rate: 20 to 250 bpm
• Accuracy: SpO2 ±2% (SpO2:70 to 100%, 1 S.D.)
Pulse rate: ±2 bpm
■ Display
Display type: Liquid crystal display
Oxygen saturation (SpO2)
Pulse rate number
Pulse level meter
Error messages
■ Operating temperature/humidity range
0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F); 30 to 95% relative humidity with no condensation
■ Storage temperature/humidity range
–10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F); 30 to 95% relative humidity with no condensation
■ Power
2 AAA-size batteries 3V 80mW
(This instrument can use about 80 hours continuously, when the use of the AAA alkaline battery.)
■ Dimensions (W × H × D)
69 × 60 × 28 mm
■ Weight
57 g
■ Accessory
Standard Accessory: Neck strap
• Protection against electric shock : Internally powered
• Type of applied part : BF
• Degree of protection against harmful ingress of water : Splash-
ploof equipment (IPX4)
• Not suitability for use in the presence of flammable anaesthetic
mixture with air or oxygen or nitrous oxide.
•
Mode of operation of Equipment : Continuous while in Use (IEC
60601-1)
■ Equipment Classification

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11. REFERENCE
Measurement Principle
Oxygen Saturation Monitor PULSOX-2 is a photometric instrument that
non-invasively and continuously measures the oxyhemoglobin satura-
tion of arterial blood (SpO2) and the pulse rate. SpO2 is described by
the equation:
SpO2 = C (HbO2) × 100 (% SpO2)
C (HbO2) + C (Hb)
where
C (Hb): Concentration of reduced hemoglobin
C (HbO2): Concentration of oxyhemoglobin
The light-absorption characteristics of reduced hemoglobin (Hb) are
very different from those of oxyhemoglobin. The PULSOX-2 meas-
ures the changes in the absorption of red and infrared lights passing
through the tissue to determine the SpO2 of the blood. Thus, this
method is free from the effects of skin color, muscles, bones, and
veins.
Spectral Absorption of Hb and HbO2
Absorption coefficient
Wavelength
Red light Infrared light
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