Product Manual

F6 and F6 Express Fetal & Maternal Monitor User Manual Maternal Monitoring
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NOTE:
After the NIBP key is pressed, the system checks uterine pressure. If the pressure is
higher than 50, it will automatically delay the NIBP measuring for 20 seconds.
To stop the current measurement
Press the NIBP key anytime during the current measurement to stop it. Another measurement
will start after the time interval.
WARNING
Prolonged NIBP measurements in automatic mode may be associated with purport,
ischemia and neuropathy in the limb wearing the cuff. When monitoring a patient,
examine the extremities of the limb frequently for normal color, warmth and sensitivity. If
any abnormality is observed, stop the NIBP measurement.
9.4.5 Manual Measurement
To perform a manual measurement,
1 Select the setup key on the main interface.
2 Select Mother > Cycle.
3 Select Manual.
4 Select OK.
5 Press NIBP key on the front panel to start a manual measurement.
To stop the manual measurement,
Press the NIBP key anytime during the measurement to stop it.
To perform a manual measurement during an auto measurement interval,
1 Press the NIBP key to start the manual measurement.
2 Press the NIBP key again anytime to stop it.
The monitor will restart timing for the Auto measurement and resume measuring after the time
interval.
NOTE:
1 If you are in doubt about the accuracy of any reading(s), check the patient's vital
signs by an alternative method before checking the functioning of the monitor.
2 The monitor checks uterine contract (UC) pressure when the NIBP key is press. If
the UC is over 50, a prompt “Intense UC, can't measure NIBP now.” is issued.
Please wait and do not attempt to measure NIBP until the UC is lower than 50.
CAUTION
If liquid is inadvertently splashed on the equipment or its accessories, or may enter the
conduit or inside the monitor, contact local service center.