Welch Allyn 1500 Patient Monitor v.1.4.X - User Manual - Manual (Page 62)

58 Monitoring and Measurements Welch Allyn 1500 Patient Monitor
WARNING If too much moisture enters the sampling line (i.e., from ambient
humidity or breathing of unusually humid air), and the sampling line cannot be
cleared, the message Blockage appears in the message area. Replace the
sampling line once the sampling line blockage message appears.
Caution In high-altitude environments, etCO
2
values may be lower than values
observed at sea level. When using the monitor in high altitude environments, it is
advisable to consider adjusting EtCO
2
alarm settings accordingly.
Caution Microstream ® etCO
2
sampling lines are designed for single patient
use, and are not to be reprocessed. Do not attempt to clean, disinfect, sterilize or
flush any part of the sampling line as this can cause damage to the monitor.
Caution Dispose of sampling lines according to standard operating procedures
or local regulations for the disposal of contaminated medical waste.
Caution Before use, carefully read the Microstream etCO
2
sampling lines
Directions for Use.
Caution Only use Microstream etCO
2
sampling lines to ensure the monitor
functions properly.
Caution Dispose of Microstream etCO
2
sampling lines according to standard
operating procedures or local regulations for the disposal of contaminated
medical waste.
Caution During nebulization or suction for Intubated patients, in order to avoid
moisture buildup and sampling line occlusion, remove the sampling line luer
connector from the monitor.
Caution Replace the sampling line according to hospital protocol or when a
blockage is indicated by the monitor. Excessive patient secretions or a build-up of
liquids in the airway tubing may occlude the sampling line, requiring more
frequent replacement.