ZOLL R Series Monitor Defibrillator Rev A ETCO2 - Manual (Page 5)

Safety Considerations
9650-0915-01 Rev. A R Series End-Tidal Carbon Dioxide (EtCO
2
) 3
Do not attempt to open the sensor. An electrical shock hazard exists internally. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
Cautions
CAUTION: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale, or use by or on the order of a
licensed medical practitioner.
Use only ZOLL/Respironics Novametrix CAPNOSTAT 5 sensors and airway adapters with the
R Series EtCO
2
option.
The device is protected against interference from radio frequency emissions typical of two-way
radios and cellular phones (digital and analog) used in emergency service/public safety
activities. Users should assess the device’s performance in their typical environment of use for
the possibility of radio frequency interference from high-power sources. Radio Frequency
Interference (RFI) may be observed as shifts in monitor baseline, trace compression, display
brightness changes or transient spikes on the display.
Do NOT sterilize or immerse the CAPNOSTAT 5 CO
2
sensor.
Do NOT reuse or sterilize the disposable airway adapter, airway adapter with mouthpiece, or
CAPNO
2
mask, as system performance will be compromised. These items are intended for
single patient use only.
Do NOT use a damaged sensor or airway adapter.
Do NOT use the device if it fails to operate properly.
Do NOT place the mainstream airway adapters between the ET tube and the breathing circuit
elbow, as this may cause patient secretions to accumulate in the adapter.
Position airway adapters with windows in a vertical, NOT a horizontal, position. This helps
keep patient secretions from pooling on the windows.
Clean or replace the airway adapter if excessive secretions are observed.
ZOLL Medical Corporation recommends that the airway adapter be removed from the circuit
whenever aerosolized medication is delivered. The increased viscosity of the medications may
contaminate the adapter windows, requiring premature cleaning or replacement of the adapter.
Do NOT apply tension to the sensor cable.
Monitor the capnogram for an elevated baseline. If an elevated baseline is observed, verify
patient condition first. If the caregiver determines that the patient condition is not contributing
to the elevated baseline, follow the instructions for zeroing the sensor detailed in this manual.
Do NOT store sensors, modules, or airway adapters at temperatures less than -40° C or greater
than 70° C.
Do not operate CAPNOSTAT sensors at temperatures less than 0° C or greater than 45° C.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.