DM DOC 040 Rev 1.0
Sensors & patient cables
Introduction
This section covers the use and cleaning of sensors and patient cables.
Before use of any sensor, carefully read the sensor’s Directions for Use. Use only Masimo
oximetry sensors and cables for SpO2, SpMet and SpCO measurements. Other oxygen
transducers or sensors may cause improper D-MAS performance.
Tissue damage can be caused by incorrect application or use of a sensor, for example by
wrapping the sensor too tightly. Inspect the sensor site as directed in the sensor Directions for
Use to ensure skin integrity, correct positioning and adhesion of the sensor.
CAUTIONS:
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DO NOT USE DAMAGED SENSORS OR PATIENT CABLES. DO NOT
USE A
SENSOR OR PATIENT CABLE WITH EXPOSED OPTICAL OR ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS.
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DO NOT IMMERSE THE SENSOR OR PATIENT CABLE IN WATER, SOLVENTS,
OR CLEANING SOLUTIONS (THE SENSORS AND CONNECTORS ARE NOT
WATERPROOF).
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UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, DO NOT STERILIZE SENSORS OR PATIENT
CABLES BY IRRADIATION, STEAM, AUTOCLAVE OR ETHYLENE OXIDE. SEE THE
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE FOR REUSABLE
SENSORS.
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPROCESS, RECONDITION OR RECYCLE ANY
SENSORS OR PATIENT CABLES AS THESE PROCESSES MAY DAMAGE THE
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,
POTENTIALLY LEADING TO PATIENT HARM.
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ALL SENSORS AND CABLES ARE DESIGNED FOR USE WITH SPECIFIC
MONITORS. VERIFY THE COMPATIBILIY OF THE MONITOR, CABLE AND SENSOR
BEFORE USE, OTHERWISE PATIENT INJURY CAN RESULT.
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