User Manual

Precautions
CardioNet AECG System
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Warnings and Cautions
Caution: Power Down and Remove Before Showering
While the CardioNet Sensor and Monitor are water resistant, they are
not water proof. Patients must be instructed to turn the Monitor off
and remove both the Sensor and Monitor before showering or
swimming. Refer to page 11 for instruction on removal and
reapplication.
Warning: For Adult Use Only
The CardioNet Monitoring System is intended for Adult use only. It
shall not be used on infants weighing less then 22 lbs.
Warning: Any patient whose life may be put at significant risk by the
unavailability of the telephone system should not be monitored by the
CardioNet System.
Warning: The CardioNet Monitor is not to be used as an apnea
monitor.
Warning: Do not use any telephone other than the phone that is
connected to the CardioNet Base while the patient is being
monitored. If dialing tones are heard in a remote telephone, hang up
immediately to allow the CardioNet Monitor to dial the Monitoring
Center.
Warning: There are no serviceable parts in the CardioNet System.
Removing the cover of any of component (other than the battery
compartment) may alter performance.
Patient leads must be removed before external defibrillation.
Observe all local laws for the disposal of alkaline
batteries.
Do not leave the battery in the Sensor when it is not in use.
Damage from corrosion could result.
For the best recording results, the patient should be instructed
to avoid close proximity to heavy equipment or other sources of
electromagnetic interference such as electric blankets, heating
pads, etc.