Laerdal SimMan Essential - Manual (Page 21)

SYSTEM SETUP
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System setup
PreParing Simman eSSential for Simulation
Follow these instructions for setting up the SimMan Essential or SimMan Essential Bleeding manikins and Instructor PC. A separate
Patient Monitor PC may be purchased separately.
Unpack the Instructor PC and connect it to the power supply to charge the batteries.
inStructor Pc with headSet Patient monitor Pc
Simman eSSential manikin
1 Unpack the manikin torso and legs.
Assemble the legs and torso as described under the
Manikin Setup section.
2 Connect and fill all Bleeding ports and modules if necessary.
Fill the urine bladder if necessary.
3 Connect the manikin batteries and close the torso skin. See
section: Inserting and Connecting Batteries for further instructions.
4 Connect the external power supply to the manikin to charge
the manikin batteries. See section: Battery Charging and Use.
5 Close the condensation valve on the back of the manikin’s
right leg. See section: Opening the Condensation Valve.
6 Switch on the manikin. Wait until the manikin begins breathing before switching on the Instructor PC.
7 Start the separate Patient Monitor PC if applicable and connect the Web-camera to the USB port of the PC.
8 Start the Patient Monitor Application software. The SpO
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USB probe can also be connected to the Patient Monitor PC. See
section: Starting the Patient Monitor Application.
9 Start the Instructor PC and connect the headset.
10 Start the Instructor Application software. The application will search for all available manikins. See section: Launching Instructor
Application.
11 Select a patient case in Auto Mode or pre-programmed scenario via Instructor Mode to start the simulation.
12 The simulation system is now ready to start the simulation. Power cables may be disconnected when batteries are charged.
Note: Also refer to the Quick Setup Guide for detailed instructions on initial system setup.
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