Apgar Timer User Manual
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1. D flashing between the messages Lo and Batt indicates a low battery condition when this message appears the batteries should be replaced at the earliest opportunity To replace the batteries remove the mounting bracket from the rear of the timer using a 3 16 inch Allen Key then using a narrow blade screwdriver release the battery cover Remove the existing batteries and insert new ones 4 x AA LR6 MN1500 1 5V Alkaline observing the correct polarity Depleted batteries should be disposed of as per local regulations Routine Maintenance It is recommended that the Apgar timer be checked at least annually to ensure correct performance Perform service checks as detailed on the Service Sheet overleaf There are no user serviceable parts inside if the device does not meet the specification please return it to Viamed for repair Operator s Manual Digital Apgar Timer Document Ref Version Digital Apgar E o Service Sheet Hospital Organisation Location department room no Engineer print Service Date Action Further action required Serial Number Batteries replaced Comments Check for overall signs of damage Comments Check START button enters Counting Mode Comments Check FREEZE button enters Freeze Mode Comments Check FREEZE button resumes Counting Mode Comments Re enter Freeze Mode check START button resumes Counting Mode Comments Check RESET button enters Stand by Mode C2. Operator s Manual Digital Apgar Timer Operator s Manual Digital Apgar Timer Description The Viamed Apgar Timer is a battery powered digital timer with preset audible timing indications at 1 5 and 10 minute intervals The timer has a large clear LCD display and is operated using the keys on the front of the instrument The Function of the Keys Function Starts counting from 00 00 Returns to Counting Mode whilst in Freeze Mode Enters and exits Freeze Mode Display freezes whilst the actual elapsed time continues counting but is not displayed Exiting Freeze Mode returns to Counting Mode resuming from the ongoing total elapsed time Resets counter return to Standby Mode Standby Mode The Apgar Timer does not have an ON OFF switch When not counting the Apgar Timer enters Standby Mode In Standby Mode the display is blank with the exception of a flashing colon to indicate that the timer is functioning correctly If the display is completely blank with no flashing colon the timer may require battery replacement Replace batteries on an annual basis Counting Mode To enter Counting Mode press the START button O When the Apgar Timer begins counting the display counts upwards from 00 00 in 1 second intervals up to a maximum of 1 hour 59 59 on display it will then enter Standby Mode automatically Whilst counting the timer will indicate the Apgar scoring intervals with audible bee
3. Road Cross Hills Keighley West Yorkshire BD20 7DT United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1535 634 542 Fax 44 0 1535 635 582 Email info viamed co uk Website www viamed co uk BS EN ISO 9001 2008 ISO 13485 2003 gt i Operator s Manual Part Number 0392000 V1 4 June 2011 specications Subject to Change Apgar Timer Part Number 0310100 Operator s Manual Digital Apgar Timer
4. omments Start a stopwatch whilst simultaneously pressing START Check single beep audible indication at 1 minute Comments Check two beeps audible indication at 5 minutes Comments Check three beeps audible indication at 10 minutes Comments Check count is synchronized with the stopwatch at 10 minutes 1 sec Comments Check mounting clamp and bracket are securely fastened Comments Clean unit as detailed in the Operator s Manual Comments o Additional notes or comments Optional Accessories Part Number 0320200 Medirail Mounting Bracket 0121199 Swivel Mount 0121200 Universal Mounting Clamp Cleaning and Decontamination For routine cleaning the Apgar timer can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol or with a mild detergent solution in accordance with the detergent manufacturer s recommendations For decontamination clean in accordance with the guidelines in the MAC Manual Part 2 Cleaning manual non immersion Warranty Viamed warranty ensures that goods are free from defects of manufacture for a period of one year from the date of shipment from Viamed Liability shall be limited solely to the replacement and repair of the goods and shall not include shipping costs or other incidental costs The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse neglect accidental damage or by repairs other than those performed by Viamed or an authorized service centre Ce VIAMED Viamed Limited 15 Station
5. ps 1 minute 1 beep 5 minutes 2 beeps 10 minutes 3 beeps Freeze Mode It is possible to freeze the display whilst the actual time continues to count in the background this is to allow for recording the time from the start of the counting cycle of a particular event To enter Freeze Mode press the FREEZE button Whilst the display is frozen the colon continues to flash Freeze Mode can be exited and Counting Mode resumed by pressing the START or FREEZE button Upon unfreezing the Apgar timer will continue counting resuming from the ongoing total elapsed time Should an Apgar scoring interval be reached whilst the Apgar timer is in Freeze Mode the timer will beep as it would in Counting Mode to indicate that interval but will remain in Freeze Mode until exited by the user Reset Function The Reset Function allows the timer to be reset and placed back into Standby Mode Press the RESET button to reset the timer Oo Operator Manual s Digital Apgar Timer Specification Dimensions excluding bracket 142 mm W x 130 mm H x 40 mm D Weight 551g Display 4 digit LCD display Digit height 25 mm 4 x AA LR6 MN1500 1 5 V Alkaline Batteries Start Freeze Unfreeze Reset Audio indications 1 5 10 minutes Battery Replacement For optimal performance batteries should be replaced on an annual basis If the Apgar timer is to be removed from service or stored the batteries must be removed The LC
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