Nonin PalmSAT 2500A VET User manual

Operator’s Manual
PalmSAT®
Model 2500A VET
Veterinary Pulse Oximeter
with Alarms
English

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Contents
Indications for Use ........................................................................................ 1
Warnings ................................................................................................................ 1
Cautions ................................................................................................................. 2
Guide to Symbols .......................................................................................... 4
Displays, Indicators, and Controls............................................................... 6
Displays .................................................................................................................. 6
SpO2Display ...................................................................................................... 6
Pulse Rate Display.............................................................................................. 6
Indicators ................................................................................................................ 7
Pulse Quality LED Indicator ................................................................................ 7
Low Battery LED Indicator .................................................................................. 7
Alarm Silence LED Indicator ............................................................................... 7
Alarm Bar LED Indicator ..................................................................................... 7
Audible Indicators ............................................................................................... 7
Controls .................................................................................................................. 8
On/Off Button ...................................................................................................... 8
Advance Button................................................................................................... 8
Introduction.................................................................................................... 9
Unpacking the Model 2500A VET .......................................................................... 9
Batteries ............................................................................................................... 10
Low and Critically Low Battery.......................................................................... 10
Installing Batteries............................................................................................. 11
Important Notes about Battery Use................................................................... 12
Recharging Batteries (NiMH Battery Pack Only) .............................................. 12
Using the 2500A VET Pulse Oximeter........................................................ 13
Connecting the Sensor ......................................................................................... 13
Power On/Off........................................................................................................ 13
Power On Self-Test .............................................................................................. 13
Monitoring............................................................................................................. 14
Veterinary Sensors ........................................................................................... 14
Sensor Placement............................................................................................. 15
Detailed Operation....................................................................................... 17
Setup Mode .......................................................................................................... 17
Entering Setup Mode ........................................................................................ 17
Adjusting Settings in Setup Mode ..................................................................... 17
Alarm Settings ...................................................................................................... 19
Recalling Alarm Settings................................................................................... 20
Reviewing Alarm Settings ................................................................................. 20
Silencing Audible Alarms .................................................................................. 20
Clearing the Memory ............................................................................................ 21

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Contents (Continued)
Calendar and Clock Settings.................................................................................21
Care and Maintenance .................................................................................22
Alarms ...........................................................................................................23
High Priority Alarms ..............................................................................................23
Medium Priority Alarms .........................................................................................23
System Fault Alarms .............................................................................................24
Memory Functions .......................................................................................25
Data Collection......................................................................................................25
Memory Playback..................................................................................................25
Communications ..........................................................................................26
Serial Output .........................................................................................................26
Connecting the Device into a Medical System......................................................27
Service, Support, and Warranty..................................................................28
Service and Support..............................................................................................28
Warranty................................................................................................................28
Accessories ..................................................................................................30
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................32
Technical Information ..................................................................................34
Manufacturer’s Declaration ...................................................................................34
Equipment Response Time...................................................................................37
Testing Summary ..................................................................................................38
SpO2Accuracy Testing .....................................................................................38
Pulse Rate Motion Testing.................................................................................38
Low Perfusion Testing .......................................................................................38
Principles of Operation..........................................................................................39
Specifications ........................................................................................................39

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Figures
Figure 1. Model 2500A VET - Front View................................................................... 6
Figure 2. Model 2500A VET - Rear View ................................................................. 11
Figure 3. Installing Batteries..................................................................................... 11
Figure 4. Connecting the Sensor.............................................................................. 13
Figure 5. Small Lingual Clip Placement ................................................................... 15