Welch Allyn ABCs of Micropaq - Quick Reference Guide - Manual

Micropaq FAQ
MC 7714 09/2011
The ABC’s of Micropaq
A
Age Ranges
Intended for use on Pediatric and Adult patients only.
Pediatric carrying pouch only intended for ambulatory pediatric patients weighing
40-80lbs.
B
Battery Info
Lithium Ion battery
Duration:
 ECG only: 25hrs
 ECG & SpO2: 10hrs
Store battery in charger when not in use. Conditions based on:
 fully charged battery operating at 25° C, connected to Acuity
 minimal artifact
 8 patient alarms per hour
Battery reducing factors:
 not connected to Acuity
 alarms and alerts long in duration
 operator key usage (active display)
 battery age
 motion artifact during SpO2 monitoring
C
Cleaning
Monitor, Battery, & Charger
Wipe with a nearly-dry cloth moistened with an approved cleaning solution:
 Warm water, liquid soap, Coverage®, Windex®, Ovation®, Hydrogen
peroxide, Wex-cide®©, T.B.Q.®©
After cleaning, remove excess solution with a soft cloth dampened with clean
water, then dry. Do not let solution get into connector openings or crevices. Do
not autoclave or immerse.
Accessories
Consult manufacturer’s instructions.
D
Defaults
When the monitor connects to Acuity for a new patient, the Acuity Central Station
downloads the appropriate default setting stored at Acuity to the device.
E
End Monitoring
Standby/Temporary Disconnect
Remove cables from the top of the device. The monitor will display an
EQUIPMENT
ALERT message. Press the key to acknowledge the alert and the device will
remain in STANDBY ( BLUE state at Acuity) until the cables are replaced.
End Tele/Permanent Disconnect
To discontinue use of the monitor on a patient, use the following steps:
1. Press the DOWN button to display the MAIN MENU (if menu lockout
is enabled, press the SELECT button at the same time).
2. Continue to press the button to highlight ACUITY and press the
button.
3. Press button to highlight END TELE, then press .
4. When the monitor displays SAFE TO REMOVE BATTERY, remove the
battery to power down the monitor.