Snuza Hero MD User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
READ INSTRUCTIONS IN FULL BEFORE USE
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HeroMD MNL Type1 V2 Jun16

Important: This portable baby breathing monitor may not
be able to detect all life-threatening events.
SNUZA is a registered trademark of
Snuza International (Pty) Ltd
Unit 11 Roeland Square
Roeland Street
Cape Town 8001
South Africa
Made in South Africa
Patented
Advena Ltd.
Thorne Widgery House
33 Bridge Street
Hereford, HR4 9DQ, UK
Reg No. 3517275. VAT # GB702590065
Patent nos:
2008212520 | 2,677,990 | EP 2124748 |08709966.9/2124748 | 200300 |2009-548789 |
MX/a/2009/008469 | 578560 | 2,009,134,887 | 2009/05652 | 2359364 | 8,461,996
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CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT –READ FIRST! ..............................................................1
2. Introduction ............................................................................................3
3. Precautions and Contra-indications .......................................................5
4. Parts Identification..................................................................................6
5. Quick Start Guide ...................................................................................7
6. Diaper (Nappy) Fitment .........................................................................8
7. Fitting your HeroMD (Medical Device) ....................................................8
8. Operation .............................................................................................10
8.1 Startup............................................................................................10
8.2 Monitoring ......................................................................................11
8.3 Clothing .........................................................................................13
9. Settings ................................................................................................13
9.1 Audible Tick....................................................................................13
9.2 Rouse Warning...............................................................................14
9.3 Movement-Rate Warning ...............................................................14
10. Battery ...................................................................................................15
10.1 Battery Indicator ...........................................................................15
10.2 Battery Life ...................................................................................15
10.3 Replacing the Battery ...................................................................15
11. Maintenance.........................................................................................17
11.1 Disposal........................................................................................17
11.2 Cleaning and Storage...................................................................17
12. Troubleshooting....................................................................................18
13. Disclaimer.............................................................................................18
14. Guarantee.............................................................................................19
15. Technical Description...........................................................................20
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1. IMPORTANT –READ FIRST!
It is essential that HeroMD’s coloured flexible tip containing the breathing
sensor maintains constant contact with baby’s tummy.
ALWAYS:
Use the correct size diaper (nappy). If it is too
loose, HeroMD may lose contact.
Fold the top of the diaper over before attaching
HeroMD to ensure a firm grip. Use the diaper
adjusters to provide a snug fit around the tummy.
Firmly clip HeroMD onto the folded diaper waistband, using the full extent
of the clip.
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Ensure that HeroMD sits squarely on the diaper,
and that the Breathing Sensor (1) is in contact
with baby’s tummy.
Press the ON/OFF button (6) to start monitoring.
Always follow the above procedure to ensure that
your baby’s breathing is being monitored, and to
prevent false alarms caused by lack of contact
with baby’s tummy.
NOTE:
Handle HeroMD with care to prevent damage to clip or sensor.
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2. INTRODUCTION
Intended use:
HeroMD is a breathing monitor for the detection of infant breathing cessation.
Intended user:
This equipment is intended to be operated by the baby’s caregiver. The caregiver
must have a good understanding of the instructions and safety measures
contained in the user manual.
Usage environment:
Home Safety
HeroMD safely and conveniently monitors your baby's breathing movement while
sleeping to provide an early intervention opportunity in the event of any interruption
in baby’s breathing.
HeroMD should be clipped onto your baby's diaper (nappy) for total portability. No
cords, wires, sensor pads, flat surface or external power are required.
Clip on, switch on and experience peace of mind.
HeroMD detects even the slightest abdominal movement and will alert you if your
baby’s breathing rate falls to less than 8 breaths per minute (this warning can be
disabled), or if no breathing is detected at all for a period of 20 seconds. HeroMD
will first vibrate gently after 15 seconds in an attempt to rouse the baby.
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If the vibration succeeds in rousing the baby and breathing is detected after such
an event, on each detected breath the Breathing Indicator Light (3) will flash red.
After three vibration/rouse events, the Rouse Warning will alert you to the fact that
your baby’s breathing movements have stopped for 15 seconds on three
occasions. The Rouse Warning is characterized by a short beep and flashing of
the red Breathing Indicator Light (3) every 2 seconds. Monitoring will continue
when the Rouse Warning is active but will require the caregiver to attend to the
baby to investigate. The Rouse Warning alarm can be reset by briefly pressing
either the ON/OFF or MODE/OFF buttons, or by turning the device off and then
back on. The rouse warning feature can be disabled during monitoring by pressing
the MODE/OFF button for 2 seconds indicated by a single beep, flashing of the red
Breathing Indicator Light (3) and Alarm Indicator Light (4). When the device is
turned off and on again, the settings revert to the rouse warning feature being
enabled.
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3. PRECAUTIONS AND CONTRA-INDICATIONS
This device is not intended to prevent or monitor a disease or condition such
as Obstructive Apnea.
Movement from external sources such as being pushed in a pram or travelling
in a vehicle or aircraft may be detected by HeroMD ’s sensor. HeroMD should
not be relied upon where external sources of movement are present.
The monitored baby must sleep in his/her own separate bed as the monitor
may detect the breathing or movement of any other person sharing the bed
with the baby, and will not alarm as long as it detects that movement, even if
the baby stops breathing.
Radio transmitters such as cell phones, audio and video baby monitors,
cordless phones, walkie-talkies, wireless routers, etc. may cause interference
with the monitor’s ability to detect breathing or movement. The monitor should
not be placed within 2 meters of other transmitting devices.
No modification of this device is allowed.
A single device should be dedicated for use with one baby only.
Small parts that have become detached for some unlikely reason may result
in a choking hazard.
In case your baby develops skin sensitivity where the device makes contact
with your baby’s skin, refer to section 8.3. If the skin sensitivity persists,
contact us via www.snuza.com.
Keep out of reach of pets, pests and other children as damage to the device
might cause it to not perform as intended.
Do not insert anything into the Sound Emission Hole (2).
Do not allow any liquid to enter the Sound Emission Hole.
Avoid bending the breathing sensor unnecessarily (fig 1).
Do not use undue force to bend the clip (fig 2).
Do not pull the Battery Cover Release Clip (10) beyond the Guard Rail (11).
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4. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
FRONT
REVERSE
(1) Breathing Sensor
(2) Battery Indicator Light
(3) Breathing Indicator Light
(4) Alarm Indicator Light
(5) Sound Emission Hole
(6) ON/OFF Button
(7) MODE/OFF Button
(8) Diaper/Nappy Clip
(9) Battery Cover
(10) Battery Cover
Release Clip
(11) Clip Guard Rail
(12) Applied Part
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5. QUICK START GUIDE
5.1 Important: Use the correct diaper size and make sure it fits snugly (see
Section 6 Diaper/Nappy Fitment).
5.2 Do not switch the monitor on when clipped onto your baby’s diaper.
5.3 Place the monitor on a flat, stationary surface. Switch on by briefly pressing
the ON/OFF button (6).
5.4 A start-up test will illuminate the indicator lights, vibrate the stimulator, play
3 audible tones, perform a battery test, and perform a sensor test.
5.5 When the sensor has been tested, a startup tone is heard.
5.6 Clip HeroMD onto the diaper so that the Breathing Sensor (1) is in direct
contact with the baby’s tummy (see Section 7 Fitting your HeroMD).
5.7 The Breathing Indicator Light (3) flashes on each movement. See Section
8.2 Monitoring for a full description.
5.8 If breathing is not detected for 15 seconds, the vibrating stimulator will
attempt to rouse the baby.
5.9 If breathing resumes within 5 seconds after a vibration, the Breathing
Indicator Light (3) will flash red to indicate that there has been a 15-second
period of no breathing.
5.10 After three vibrations, the Rouse Warning is activated –HeroMD beeps
every 2 seconds and the Breathing Indicator Light (3) flashes red with every
beep.
5.11 If the period of no breathing reaches 20 seconds, the full audible alarm will
sound, HeroMD will vibrate and the Alarm Indicator Light (4) will flash red.
5.12 The caregiver must attend to the baby.
5.13 The alarm can only be deactivated by switching the monitor off.
5.14 To switch off the monitor, press both the ON/OFF (6) and MODE/OFF (7)
buttons simultaneously. A shutdown tone will be heard and monitoring will
stop.
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6. DIAPER/NAPPY FITMENT
Important: Correct diaper fitment is essential for the
operation of HeroMD. The thin flap of material at the top
of the diaper must be folded over the thicker part before
the diaper is closed (this is the section to which HeroMD
will be attached). The diaper should fit snugly on the
baby with the top of the diaper just below the belly
button. Loose fitting diapers will gape, causing the
monitor to lose contact with the baby and false alarm. A
very ‘full’ or wet diaper may also cause it to gape. If
baby sleeps on his or her side, HeroMD should be placed
off-center of the navel and the mattress.
7. FITTING YOUR HEROMD
When attaching your Snuza monitor you should put your fingers in between the
baby’s diaper and the baby’s skin. Make sure that the monitor is clipped securely
onto the diaper and away from the baby’s skin when clipped on in order not to
harm the baby.
Ensure that the Battery Cover (9) is secure. Clip your HeroMD all the way onto the
diaper to the full extent of the clip, as shown:-
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Make sure that the Breathing Sensor (1) is in contact
with the baby’s tummy around the belly button area,
although closer to the sides may suit different sleeping
positions.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends
that babies be placed to sleep on their back unless
advised otherwise by a doctor. See
http://www.who.int/en/
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8. OPERATION
8.1 Startup
HeroMD must not be switched on while clipped onto your baby’s
diaper. The monitor must be placed on a flat, stationary surface
during the self-test.
Switch on by briefly pressing the ON/OFF button (6).
A startup-test will run which will test all indicator lights, the vibration
stimulator, the audible alarm and the battery level. If a failure of any item is
detected, the Self-Test Failure Alarm will sound and the device cannot be
used.
After the battery test, the Battery Indicator Light will flash 3 times with
simultaneous single-tone beep. The colour of the Battery Indicator Light
has the following meaning:
Green
Battery OK
Yellow/Orange
Battery nearing depletion –the monitor can
be used but the battery must be replaced as
soon as possible.
Red
Battery flat –HeroMD cannot be used,
replace battery. The Low Battery Signal will
immediately commence.
If the battery indicator is either green or yellow/orange, HeroMD will proceed
to test the sensor. The sensor self-test can last between 1 and 40 seconds,
if the device does not detect zero movement.
The sensor test is indicated by a beep every 2 seconds and flashing of the
red Breathing Indicator Light (3) and Alarm Indicator Light (4). The device
must be placed on a stationary surface during this test. If the 40 second
limit is reached then the self-test Failure Alarm will sound and the device
cannot be used.
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If the sensor test passes, a startup tune will be heard with simultaneous
flashing of the green Breathing Indicator Light (3) indicating that monitoring
has commenced and HeroMD can be positioned on the baby’s diaper/nappy
(see section 7 Fitting your HeroMD).
Warning: Ensure that the battery level is high enough for proper operation
(i.e. green or orange light). Otherwise, DO NOT use the monitor. If the
battery is too flat to operate, the Battery Indicator Light (2) will flash red
accompanied by a short beep every second. Change the battery before
further use (see Section 10.3 Replacing the Battery).
To switch OFF, press both the ON/OFF button (6) and the MODE/OFF
button (7) simultaneously.
8.2 Monitoring
During monitoring, the Breathing Indicator Light (3) provides information
about your baby’s breathing, while the Alarm Indicator Light (4) alerts you
to potential problems.
If there is no breathing detected then the alarm indicator light will flash red
every 3 seconds. If breathing is detected then the Breathing Indicator Light
(3) flashes with each breath:-
Green on each
breath
Breathing detected with no prior
rouse event.
Yellow and
breathing rate alarm
(Dual-tone beep
every second)
Breathing rate below 8 breaths per
minute. If the breathing rate
increases to over 8 breaths per
minute, breathing indicator light will
reset to green (normal) and the
warning will stop. To disable this
function, see Section 9.3 Breathing
rate warning.
Red on each breath
There has been at least one incident
of no breathing for 15 seconds,
where breathing was detected after
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the vibration (see below).
♪
Red and Rouse
Warning Alarm
The Rouse Warning indicates that
there has been 3 vibration/rousing
incidents. To disable this function,
see Section 9.2 Rouse Warning.
The Alarm Indicator Light (4) signifies the following:-
(( ))
Flashes red with
vibrating stimulus
and 5 short beeps
If no movement is detected at all for
15 seconds, HeroMD gently vibrates
in an attempt to rouse the baby. The
Alarm Indicator Light (4) flashes red
simultaneously with a beep. If
breathing movement is detected
again within the next 5 seconds, the
Breathing Indicator Light (3) will flash
red on each subsequent breathing
movement. This is an indication that
there has been an incident of no
breathing movement for 15 seconds.
))
Flashes red and
alarm sounds
If no breathing movement at all is
detected for a further 5 seconds after
the vibration stimulus (20 seconds in
total), the Alarm Indicator Light (4)
flashes red and the high-priority
audible alarm sounds. The operator
must attend to the baby immediately.
The alarm can be deactivated by
turning HeroMD off completely (press
ON/OFF (6) and MODE/OFF (7)
buttons simultaneously).
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NOTE: It is recommended that the parent / caregiver is trained to deal with
situations where the baby has, for example, suffered from a prolonged
apnea event.
8.3 Clothing
HeroMD can be clipped onto the folded waistband of the diaper or the
waistband of elasticated pants, as long as the Breathing Sensor (1)
touches the baby in the tummy area.
The soft sensor tip on the monitor is made from medical grade
silicone and is hypoallergenic. In the unlikely event that a red friction
mark is noticed on the baby’s skin where the monitor was positioned,
then we recommend that a thin layer of clothing is placed between
the baby’s skin and the monitor, but ensure that the Sensor
maintains contact. The position of the monitor must also be changed
to a different location on the tummy, away from where the red mark
was noticed and preferably closer to the side.
The monitor can also be used if baby is dressed in light clothing (for
example, a Babygro) over the nappy or pants to which HeroMD is
attached.
Too much clothing may attenuate or muffle the alarm. Make sure
the alarm can be heard if baby is covered in clothing and/or blankets.
9. SETTINGS
9.1 AudibleTick
This feature causes HeroMD to emit an audible 'tick' on each breathing
movement. To enable the Audible tick, ensure that HeroMD is switched ON,
then press the MODE/OFF button (7) briefly (less than 1 second). To
increase the volume of the tick, press the MODE/OFF button once again for
medium volume and again for high volume. To turn off, briefly press the
MODE/OFF button a fourth time –HeroMD will give a louder beep. This
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feature may be used with a baby sound monitor to enable you to ‘hear’
baby’s movements from a distance.
9.2 Rouse Warning
During monitoring, if no breathing movement is detected for 15 seconds,
HeroMD vibrates gently in an attempt to rouse the baby. If breathing
movement resumes within the next 5 seconds, the Breathing Indicator Light
(3) will flash red on each subsequent breathing movement as an indication
that there has been an event of no breathing for 15 seconds. With the
Rouse Warning enabled, after 3 such vibration and successful rousing
incidents, the Breathing Indicator Light (3) will flash red every 2 seconds
with a simultaneous audible beep. This alerts you to the fact that your baby
has stopped breathing for 15 seconds on three occasions and has then
resumed breathing movement after HeroMD has vibrated.
Note:- Monitoring will continue while the Rouse Warning is sounding. The
Rouse Warning is automatically enabled each time HeroMD is switched ON.
To disable this feature, ensure that HeroMD is switched ON, then press and
hold the MODE/OFF button (7) for at least 2 seconds until a tone is heard
with a brief vibration and a simultaneous flash of the red Breathing Indicator
Light (3) and Alarm Indicator Light (4). If you want to enable the warning
again, switch HeroMD off completely (press both ON/OFF (6) and
MODE/OFF (7) buttons simultaneously), then switch it ON again (the rouse
warning is enabled by default when HeroMD is switched on).
9.3 Breathing-rate Warning
The Breathing-rate Warning alerts you if there are less than 8 breathing
movements per minute. The warning is identified by the Breathing Indicator
Light (3) flashing yellow with a simultaneous dual-tone audible beep every
second. This feature is automatically enabled each time HeroMD is switched
ON. To disable this warning during monitoring, ensure that HeroMD is
switched ON, then press and hold the ON/OFF button (6) for more than 2
seconds until there is a brief double-beep with short vibration and a
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simultaneous flash of the yellow Breathing Indicator Light (3) and Alarm
Indicator Light (4). If you want to enable the warning again, switch HeroMD
off completely (press both ON/OFF (6) and MODE/OFF (7) buttons
simultaneously), then switch it ON again. The Breathing-rate Warning is
enabled by default when HeroMD is switched on.
10. BATTERY
10.1 Battery Indicator
If the battery becomes depleted during monitoring, the Battery Indicator
Light (2) will flash as follows:-
♪
3 audible beeps
every 4 seconds
and red flash every
2 seconds
The battery is nearing depletion.
Replace battery before further use
(see Section 10.3 Replacing the
Battery).
10.2 Battery Life
The life of the replaceable battery depends entirely on usage. Battery life
will vary significantly depending on the average daily duration of use and/or
alarm duration and/or number of alarms. Turning on and off unnecessarily
shortens the battery life. If the number of alarms is high, check diaper
fitment.
Please note that the product guarantee does not apply to the battery.
The typical operating time before the battery needs replacement is 4 - 6
months when used on average 8 hours per day.
10.3 Replacing the Battery
For all MD models: use a CR2 (CR15270) battery available from most retail
outlets (please see our website www.snuza.com for information about
batteries and details of your national distributor).
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10.3.1 Use your fingernail or a small flat implement. With a pinching action
(Figure 2 and Figure 3), gently pull back the Battery Cover Release Clip
(10) on the underside of the monitor and lift the Battery Cover at the same
time (Figure 4).
10.3.2 Remove the depleted battery by gently tapping HeroMD on your hand
with the battery cover opening towards the ground.
10.3.3 Insert the new battery, negative end first, as shown in Figure 5.
Ensure that the polarity is correct (align the positive end ‘+’ of the battery
with the ‘+’ symbol in the battery housing, as indicated). Replace the
Battery Cover and ensure that it is correctly closed (Figure 6).
Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3
Fig 4
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Do not use the monitor without the Battery Cover in place.
10.3.4 Test the unit by switching on and ensuring that the Battery Indicator
Light (2) flashes green.
10.3.5 If the unit starts alarming after the battery has been replaced, simply
press the ON/OFF and OFF/MODE buttons simultaneously to turn it off.
NOTE: Incorrect placement of the battery may result in a safety hazard;
please follow the instructions as above.
11. MAINTENANCE
11.1 Disposal
The device, battery and packaging material must be disposed of in
accordance with your country’s laws governing the disposal and recycling
of batteries.
11.2 Cleaning and Storage
Gently wipe with a damp cloth to remove any dirt. A mild soap may be
used for stubborn dirt.
Fig 5
Fig 6
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