Activating The Device - Welch Allyn ABPM 7100 Instrucciones De Uso

17 - Preparing the ABPM 7100
Attention!
Damage to device
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Do not open the casing. Once the device is opened, all warranties will lapse.
Open the batteries compartment on the rear of the ABPM 7100 casing to insert the batteries into the ABPM 7100
according to the battery polarities (+ / -) and close the compartment.
Attention!
Dimensions of permissible batteries
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You should only use batteries that have the following dimensions:
Tips on using batteries
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Charge rechargeable batteries fully before first use.
Note
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Please note that NiMH batteries only reach their full charging capacity after the 4th charge
cycle.
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Recharge batteries if they have been left unused for long periods.
• Avoid deep discharge to protect your rechargeable batteries.
Attention!
Internal memory battery
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If after changing the external battery the display shows "rEboot", the internal memory battery may be empty.
Please contact your dealer.

Activating the device

Attention!
Damage to device
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Do not wear the ABPM 7100 while showering. If you suspect that liquid has entered the device while cleaning
or using it, the device shall no longer be used on the patient.
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If the device was exposed to moisture, switch off the device and remove the batteries.
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Inform your service immediately and send the device in for inspection.
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The device may not be operated around MRI scanners or in the immediate vicinity of other medical electrical
equipment.
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During a defibrillator discharge, the device shall not be in contact with the patient. Such a discharge may
damage the ABPM 7100 and cause it to display incorrect values.
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This device should not be used directly adjacent to other devices or stacked with other devices, as this may
result in malfunction. If it is nonetheless necessary to operate the device in the manner described above, you
should observe this and the other devices during use and convince yourself that they are working properly.
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The ABPM 7100 is not suitable for simultaneous use with HF surgical equipment.
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Measurement can be interrupted at any stage by pushing a random button. This deflates the cuff and the device
can be removed.
Caution
Hygiene
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Ensure hygiene in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
Always check the condition of the ABPM 7100 by observing the initial display shown on the device shortly after
turning it on and before handing it to a patient. The ABPM 7100 performs a self-test. In addition, a beep sounds to
check the speaker. The following should be displayed in this sequence:
Test Display Comment
Battery condition (volts) 2.85 (At least 2.6 volts for NiMH batteries and at least 3.10 volts for alkaline
batteries)
The display of the figures (999:999 to 000:000) is accompanied by all other
999:999 to symbols of the LCD in succession. Check whether all segments are
Display Segment Test
000:000 correctly and fully displayed (the complete program code is checked for
correctness in the background)
Current 24h time
21:45
hh:mm
If the internal test detects an error, the ABPM 7100 will indicate "E004" on the display and emit an audible signal. For
safety reasons, the use of the ABPM 7100 will be locked. The faulty ABPM 7100 unit should be send back
immediately for repairs to your dealer or to Welch Allyn.
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