Product Manual

6 Chapter 1 General Information Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 300 Series
General Cautions
WARNING Do not connect more than one patient to a monitor.
WARNING If the monitor is dropped or damaged, it must be thoroughly tested
by a qualified service person before it is returned to service.
WARNING Periodically check all cords and cables for damage, wear, or fraying;
replace as needed.
WARNING The monitor contains no operator-serviceable parts, other than the
replaceable paper roll.
WARNING If the battery shows any signs of damage, leakage, or cracking, it
must be replaced immediately, by a qualified service person, and only with a
battery approved by Welch Allyn.
WARNING Always recycle batteries according to local regulations. Never
dispose of batteries in refuse containers.
WARNING Do not use the monitor on patients who are linked to a heart
machine or a lung machine.
WARNING Do not use the monitor on patients who are experiencing
convulsions or tremors.
Caution If the accuracy of any measurement is in doubt, verify the patient’s vital
sign by another method. If the monitor is not measuring accurately, have it
inspected by a qualified service person.
Caution Be sure that the monitor is securely located on a flat surface or properly
suspended by means of appropriate mounting equipment.
Caution Do not autoclave the monitor.
Caution Do not place cups, glasses, or other fluid containers or vessels on the
monitor.