Manual Nellcor n560

Service Manual
Nellcor
TM
OxiMax N-560
Pulse Oximeter
OxiMax TM
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Contents
Contents
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warnings ....................................................................................................................................................1
Cautions .....................................................................................................................................................1
Notes ..........................................................................................................................................................1
Manual Overview ........................................................................................................................................2
Description of N-560 Pulse Oximeter .........................................................................................................2
Related Documents ....................................................................................................................................4
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cleaning .....................................................................................................................................................5
Periodic Safety Checks ..............................................................................................................................5
Functional Checks ......................................................................................................................................5
Battery ........................................................................................................................................................6
Performance Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................7
Equipment Needed .....................................................................................................................................7
Performance Tests .....................................................................................................................................8
Battery Charge ......................................................................................................................................8
Power-Up Performance .........................................................................................................................8
Power-On Self-Test (POST) ............................................................................................................9
Power-On Defaults and Alarm Limit Ranges .................................................................................11
General Operation ...............................................................................................................................16
LED Excitation Test ........................................................................................................................16
Operation with a Live Subject ........................................................................................................17
Alarm Volume Control ....................................................................................................................18
Pulse Tone Volume Control ...........................................................................................................19
Pulse Oximetry Functional Tests .........................................................................................................19
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................20
Initial Setup ....................................................................................................................................20
Test #1: BPM .................................................................................................................................21
Test #2: SpO2 ................................................................................................................................22
Test #3: Modulation Level ..............................................................................................................23
Test #4: Light .................................................................................................................................25
Safety Tests ..............................................................................................................................................26
Audible Alarm Settings and Service Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................29
Audible Alarm Settings .............................................................................................................................29
Alarm Silence State .............................................................................................................................30
Alarm Silence Duration ........................................................................................................................30
Alarm Volume ......................................................................................................................................30
N-560 Menu ..............................................................................................................................................30
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Operator's Menu Options ..........................................................................................................................32

Accessing Menu Items ........................................................................................................................33
Menu Item 1 (Trend Print) ...................................................................................................................33
Menu Item 2 (Trend Clear) ..................................................................................................................34
Menu Item 3 (Language Selection) .....................................................................................................34
Menu Item 4 (Baud Rate) ....................................................................................................................34
Menu Item 5 (EPP Mode) ....................................................................................................................34
Service Menu Options ..............................................................................................................................35
Menu Item 6 (In-Sensor Trend Mode) .................................................................................................35
Menu Item 7 (RS-232 Nurse Call Polarity) ..........................................................................................35
Menu Item 8 (Time Set) .......................................................................................................................36
Menu Item 9 (Save Current Values as Power-On Defaults) ................................................................37
Menu Item 10 (Restore Factory Default Settings as Power-On Default) .............................................38
Menu Item 11 (Alarm Silence Restrictions) .........................................................................................39
Menu Item 12 (Silence Alarms) ...........................................................................................................40
Menu Item 13 (All Display Off) ............................................................................................................40
Menu Item 14 (Alarm Sound Style Select) ..........................................................................................41
Setting Institutional Defaults (Sample) .....................................................................................................41
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................43
How To Use This Section .........................................................................................................................43
Who Should Perform Repairs ...................................................................................................................43
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................................................................43
Power ..................................................................................................................................................44
Buttons ................................................................................................................................................46
Display/Alarms ....................................................................................................................................47
Operational Performance ....................................................................................................................48
Data Port .............................................................................................................................................49
Error Codes ..............................................................................................................................................49
Disassembly Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................53
Replacement Level Supported .................................................................................................................54
Prior to Disassembly .................................................................................................................................54
Separating Top and Bottom Cases ..........................................................................................................54
Front Case Disassembly ..........................................................................................................................57
NELL-3 Removal ......................................................................................................................................59
Main PCB Removal ..................................................................................................................................60
Power Supply Removal ............................................................................................................................63
Fan Removal ............................................................................................................................................64
Battery Removal .......................................................................................................................................66
Equipotential Terminal Removal ...............................................................................................................68
Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................71
Obtaining Replacement Parts ...................................................................................................................71
Parts List and Accessories .......................................................................................................................71
Packing for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................75
Returning the N-560 .................................................................................................................................75
General Instructions .................................................................................................................................75
Repacking in Original Carton ....................................................................................................................75
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Repacking in a Different Carton ...............................................................................................................77

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Performance .............................................................................................................................................79
Electrical ...................................................................................................................................................82
Environmental Conditions .........................................................................................................................83
Physical Characteristics ...........................................................................................................................85
Compliance ...............................................................................................................................................85
Manufacturer’s Declaration .......................................................................................................................86
Safety Tests ..............................................................................................................................................92
Ground Integrity ...................................................................................................................................92
Earth Leakage Current ........................................................................................................................92
Enclosure Leakage Current .................................................................................................................92
Patient Risk Applied Current ...............................................................................................................93
Patient Isolation Risk Current ..............................................................................................................93
Data Port Interface Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................95
Enabling The Data Port ............................................................................................................................95
Protocol ...............................................................................................................................................95
Baud Rate ...........................................................................................................................................96
Connecting To The Data Port ...................................................................................................................97
Nurse Call Polarity Settings .................................................................................................................99
Nurse Call Relay Pin States ................................................................................................................99
Nurse Call Relay Rating ......................................................................................................................99
Real-Time Printout ..................................................................................................................................100
Column Heading ................................................................................................................................100
Printout Source ..................................................................................................................................101
Software Revision Level ....................................................................................................................101
Alarm Limits .......................................................................................................................................101
Column Headings ..............................................................................................................................101
Time Tag ...........................................................................................................................................102
Patient Data .......................................................................................................................................102
Operating Status ...............................................................................................................................102
Technical Discussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Oximetry Overview .................................................................................................................................105
Automatic Calibration ........................................................................................................................106
Functional Versus Fractional Saturation ...........................................................................................106
SatSeconds Alarm Management ............................................................................................................107
Signal Processing ...................................................................................................................................107
OXIMAX Technology ..............................................................................................................................109
NELL-3 Interface ....................................................................................................................................109
Circuit Analysis .......................................................................................................................................111
Block Diagram Theory ............................................................................................................................112
AC Input ..................................................................................................................................................112
Power Supply PCB Theory Of Operation ...............................................................................................113
Battery ....................................................................................................................................................113
Main PCB ...............................................................................................................................................113
Regulated DC Power Supply .............................................................................................................114
Controlling Hardware .........................................................................................................................114
CPU ...................................................................................................................................................114
Charging Circuits ...............................................................................................................................115
Real-Time Clock (RTC) .....................................................................................................................115
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Storage of Patient Data .....................................................................................................................115

Front Panel PCB and Controls ...............................................................................................................116
Front Panel Display ...........................................................................................................................116
Button Interface .................................................................................................................................116
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
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List of Figures
Figures
Figure 1: N-560 Front Panel ...................................................................................................................3
Figure 2: N-560 Rear Panel ...................................................................................................................3
Figure 3: N-560 Controls ........................................................................................................................9
Figure 4: Adjusting High %SpO2 Alarm Limit .......................................................................................12
Figure 5: Adjusting Low %SpO2 Alarm Limit .......................................................................................13
Figure 6: Adjusting High Pulse Rate Alarm Limit .................................................................................13
Figure 7: Adjusting Low Pulse Rate Alarm Limit ..................................................................................14
Figure 8: Adjusting SatSeconds Alarm Limit ........................................................................................15
Figure 9: N-560 Controls ......................................................................................................................29
Figure 10: Year Month Display ...............................................................................................................36
Figure 11: Day Hour Display ..................................................................................................................36
Figure 12: Minute Second Display .........................................................................................................37
Figure 13: N-560 Rear Panel Screws .....................................................................................................55
Figure 14: N-560 Case Screws ..............................................................................................................55
Figure 15: Top Case Removal ...............................................................................................................56
Figure 16: Separated Cases ..................................................................................................................56
Figure 17: Front case Wiring ..................................................................................................................57
Figure 18: Front Case Mounting Screws ................................................................................................58
Figure 19: Front Case Bracket ...............................................................................................................58
Figure 20: Speaker Removal ..................................................................................................................59
Figure 21: Front PCB Removed .............................................................................................................59
Figure 22: NELL-3 Cable Connections ...................................................................................................60
Figure 23: NELL-3 Removal ...................................................................................................................60
Figure 24: Front case Wiring ..................................................................................................................61
Figure 25: Front Case Mounting Screws ................................................................................................61
Figure 26: Main PCB Removal ...............................................................................................................62
Figure 27: Main PCB Removed ..............................................................................................................62
Figure 28: Power Supply Wiring .............................................................................................................63
Figure 29: Power Supply Screws ...........................................................................................................64
Figure 30: Power Supply Removed ........................................................................................................64
Figure 31: Fan Wires ..............................................................................................................................65
Figure 32: Fan Bracket Removal ............................................................................................................65
Figure 33: Fan and Bracket Removal .....................................................................................................66
Figure 34: Fan Screws ...........................................................................................................................66
Figure 35: Battery Screws ......................................................................................................................67
Figure 36: Battery Cover ........................................................................................................................67
Figure 37: Battery Connector .................................................................................................................67
Figure 38: Battery Removal ....................................................................................................................68
Figure 39: Ground Wire ..........................................................................................................................69
Figure 40: Equipotential Ground Terminal .............................................................................................69
Figure 41: Equipotential Ground Terminal Removed .............................................................................70
Figure 42: Exploded View ......................................................................................................................73
Figure 43: Packing .................................................................................................................................76
Figure 44: Data Port Pin Layout .............................................................................................................98
Figure 45: Real-Time Printout ..............................................................................................................100
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List of Figures
Figure 46: Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve ....................................................................................107

Figure 47: NELL-3 Interface .................................................................................................................110
Figure 48: Block Diagram .....................................................................................................................112
Figure 49: Main PCB Battery Charger Schematic Diagram .................................................................117
Figure 50: Main PCB Isolation for NELL-3 Schematic Diagram ...........................................................119
Figure 51: Main PCB Isolation for External Interface Schematic Diagram ...........................................121
Figure 52: Main PCB DC Battery Input and DC/DC Converter Schematic Diagram ............................123
Figure 53: Main PCB Interface and Speaker Control Schematic Diagram ...........................................125
Figure 54: Main PCB MCU and Storage Control Schematic Diagram .................................................127
Figure 55: Main PCB Parts Locator Diagram .......................................................................................129
Figure 56: Front Panel PCB 7-Segment Display Schematic Diagram .................................................131
Figure 57: Front Panel PCB LED Display and Buttons Schematic Diagram ........................................133
Figure 58: Front Panel PCB Interface and LED Drivers Schematic Diagram ......................................135
Figure 59: Front Panel Parts Locator Diagram .....................................................................................137
Figure 60: Power Supply Schematic Diagram ......................................................................................139
Figure 61: Power Supply Parts Locator Diagram .................................................................................141
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List of Tables
Ta b l e s
Table 1: Equipment Needed .................................................................................................................7
Table 2: N-560 Menu Selections .........................................................................................................30
Table 3: Institutional Default Values ....................................................................................................37
Table 4: Factory Default Settings ........................................................................................................38
Table 5: Problem Categories ..............................................................................................................44
Table 6: Power Problems ....................................................................................................................45
Table 7: Button Problems ....................................................................................................................46
Table 8: Display/Alarms Problems ......................................................................................................47
Table 9: Operational Performance Problems ......................................................................................48
Table 10: Data Port Problems ...............................................................................................................49
Table 11: Error Codes ...........................................................................................................................50
Table 12: Spare Parts and Accessories ................................................................................................71
Table 13: Tone Definition ......................................................................................................................80
Table 14: Cable Compliance .................................................................................................................87
Table 15: Electromagnetic Emissions ...................................................................................................88
Table 16: Electromagnetic Immunity .....................................................................................................88
Table 17: Electromagnetic Immunity .....................................................................................................90
Table 18: Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communication
Equipment and the N-560 ............................................................................................91
Table 19: Data Port Pinouts ..................................................................................................................97
Table 20: Status Codes .......................................................................................................................103
Table 21: NELL-3 J1 Pinouts ..............................................................................................................110
Table 22: NELL-3 J2 Pinouts ..............................................................................................................111
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Introduction
Warnings
Warnings are identified by the WARNING symbol shown above and a line
above and below the warning text. The word WARNING and all warning text
are boldfaced.
Warnings alert the user to potential serious outcomes (death, injury, or
adverse events) to the patient or user.
Cautions
Cautions are identified by the CAUTION symbol shown above. The word
CAUTION and the caution text are boldfaced.
Cautions alert the user to exercise care necessary for the safe and effective use
of the N-560™.
Notes
Notes are identified by the Note symbol shown above.

Notes provide additional useful information.
Note: Sensor LED light emissions fall within Class 1 level, according to IEC
60825-1:2001. No special safety precautions are required.
N-560 Service Manual 1

Introduction
Manual Overview
This manual contains information for servicing the Nellcor® model N-560
pulse oximeter. Only qualified service personnel should service this product.
Before servicing the N-560, read the operator's manual carefully for a
thorough understanding of operation.
WARNING: Explosion hazard. Do not use the N-560 pulse oximeter in

the presence of flammable anesthetics.
Description of N-560 Pulse Oximeter

The N-560 Pulse Oximeter is indicated for the continuous noninvasive
monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and
pulse rate. The N-560 is intended for use with neonatal, pediatric, and adult
patients who are well or poorly perfused in hospitals, hospital-type facilities,
intra-hospital transport, and home environments. For prescription use only.
Note: Hospital use typically covers such areas as general care floors,
operating rooms, special procedure areas, intensive and critical care areas,
within the hospital plus hospital-type facilities. Hospital-type facilities
include physician office based facilities, sleep labs, skilled nursing facilities,
surgicenters, and subacute centers.
Intra-hospital transport includes transport of a patient within the
hospital or hospital-type facility.
Use with any particular patient requires the selection of an appropriate oxygen
transducer as described in the N-560 Operator's Manual.
Digital displays are provided for oxygen saturation and pulse rate, and a
10-segment light-emitting diode (LED) bar indicates pulse amplitude. The
controls and indicators for the N-560 are illustrated and defined in Figure 1
and Figure 2 on page 3.
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Introduction
1 — SpO Sensor Port

2 12 — SatSeconds Alarm Limit Button
2 — Power On/Off Button 13 — SpO2 Alarm Limit Button
3 — % SpO2 Display 14 — Interference Indicator
4 — Pulse Amplitude Indicator 15 — Sensor Off Indicator
5 — Pulse Rate Display 16 — Sensor Message Indicator
6 — Alarm Silence Button 17 — Pulse Search Indicator
7 — Alarm Silence Indicator 18 — Data In Sensor Indicator
8 — Adjust Up Button 19 — Low Battery Indicator
9 — Adjust Down Button 20 — AC Power Indicator
10 — Pulse Rate Alarm Limit 21 — Speaker
Button
11 — SatSeconds Display
Figure 1: N-560 Front Panel
1 — Data Port Connector 3 — AC Power Connector

2 — Visual Alarm Connector 4 — Equipotential Terminal
Figure 2: N-560 Rear Panel

Introduction
Related Documents
To perform test and troubleshooting procedures and to understand the
principles of operation and circuit analysis sections of this manual, you must
know how to operate the N-560. Refer to the N-560 operator's manual. To
understand the various Nellcor sensors that work with the N-560, refer to the
individual sensor's directions for use.
The latest versions of the operator’s manual and the service manual are posted
on the Internet at:
http://www.mallinckrodt.com/respiratory/resp/Serv_Supp/ProductManuals.html
Spare parts and accessories are posted on the Internet at:
http://www.mallinckrodt.com/respiratory/resp/Serv_Supp/Apartweb/main/PartAcceMenu.html
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Routine Maintenance
Cleaning
CAUTION: Do not spray, pour, or spill any liquid on the N-560, its
accessories, connectors, switches, or openings in the chassis.
For surface-cleaning and disinfecting follow your institution's procedures or:
• The N-560 may be surface-cleaned by using a soft cloth dampened
with either a commercial, nonabrasive cleaner or a solution of 70%
alcohol in water, and lightly wiping the surfaces of the N-560.
• The N-560 may be disinfected using a soft cloth saturated with a 10%
solution of chlorine bleach in tap water.
Before attempting to clean an SpO2 sensor, read the directions for use
enclosed with the sensor. Each sensor model has cleaning instructions specific
to that sensor.
Periodic Safety Checks

The N-560 requires no routine service or calibration other than changing the
battery at least every two years. See Battery Removal on page 66. The
following checks should be performed at least every two years by a qualified
service technician.
1. Inspect the equipment for mechanical and functional damage.
2. Inspect safety labels for legibility. If the labels are damaged, contact
Nellcor’s Technical Services Department, 1.800.635.5267, or your local
Nellcor representative.
Functional Checks
1. If the N-560 has been visibly damaged or subjected to mechanical shock
(for example, if dropped), perform the performance tests. See
Performance Tests on page 8.

Routine Maintenance
2. Perform the electrical safety tests detailed in Safety Tests on page 26. If
the N-560 fails these electrical safety tests, refer to Troubleshooting on
page 43.
3. Inspect the fuses for proper value and rating (F1 and F2 = 2 amp,
250 volts).
Battery
Nellcor recommends replacing the N-560's battery every two years. When the
N-560 is going to be stored for two months or more, remove the battery prior
to storage. To replace or remove the battery, refer to Disassembly Guide on
page 53.
If the N-560 has been stored for more than 30 days, charge the battery as
described in Battery Charge on page 8. A fully discharged battery requires
6 hours to receive a full charge. The battery is being charged whenever the
N-560 is plugged into an AC power source.
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Per for mance Verification
Introduction
This section discusses the tests used to verify performance following repairs
or during routine maintenance. All tests can be performed without removing
the N-560 cover. All tests except the battery charge and battery performance
tests must be performed as the last operation before the N-560 is returned to
the user.
If the N-560 fails to perform as specified in any test, repairs must be made to
correct the problem before the N-560 is returned to the user.
Equipment Needed
Table 1: Equipment Needed

Equipment Description
Digital multimeter (DMM) Fluke Model 87 or equivalent
Durasensor oxygen transducer
® DS-100A
(sensor)
OXIMAX oxygen transducer MAX-A
Pulse oximeter tester SRC-MAX (must meet current EN
61326-1, FCC Part 15, and UL 1010-1,
or IEC 61010-1, or CSA 22.2 No.
1010-1 specifications)
Safety analyzer Must meet current AAMI ESI/1993 &
IEC 60601-1/1998 specifications
Pulse oximetry cable DOC-10
Data interface cable EIA-232 cable (optional)
Stopwatch Manual or electronic

Performance Verification
Performance Tests
Note: This section is written using Nellcor factory-set defaults. If your
institution has preconfigured custom defaults, those values will be displayed.
Factory defaults can be restored. See Menu Item 10 (Restore Factory Default
Settings as Power-On Default) on page 38.
Battery Charge
Perform the following procedure to fully charge the battery.
1. Connect the N-560 to an AC power source.
2. Verify that the N-560 is off and that the AC Power indicator is lit.
3. Charge the battery for at least 6 hours in standby.
Power-Up Performance
The power-up performance tests verify the following N-560 functions:
• Power-On Self-Test (POST) on page 9
• Power-On Defaults and Alarm Limit Ranges on page 11
8
1 — Power On/Off Button 5 — Pulse Rate Alarm Limit Button
2 — Alarm Silence Button 6 — SatSeconds Alarm Limit Button

3 — Adjust Up Button 7 — SpO2 Alarm Limit Button
4 — Adjust Down Button
Figure 3: N-560 Controls
Power-On Self-Test (POST)
CAUTION: If any indicator or display element does not light, or the

speaker does not sound, do not use the N-560. Instead, contact qualified
service personnel, your local Nellcor representative, or Nellcor's
Technical Services Department, 1.800.635.5267.
Note: The N-560 should complete the POST function within 12 seconds.
1. Turn on the N-560 by pressing the Power On/Off button for greater than
0.5 seconds.
2. The N-560 displays/sounds:
Display Sound
5 (in pulse rate left window) low priority alarm
6 (in pulse rate center window) medium priority alarm
0 (in pulse rate right window) high priority alarm
n (in SpO2 left window)
n (in SpO2 center window)

3. The N-560 automatically starts the Power-On Self-Test (POST), which

tests N-560 circuitry and functions.
CAUTION: During POST (immediately after power-up), confirm that all

display segments and indicators light, and the speaker sounds a
one-second pass tone.
4. While performing POST, the self-test display appears for approximately

five seconds. During this time:
• All indicators illuminate

• All segments of all numeric digits light and change from red to green
• All segments of the Pulse Amplitude Display light
• All segments of the SatSeconds indicator light
5. Once the display test portion of POST is complete, the N-560 version is
displayed for approximately two seconds.
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Note: The version above is only a sample. Check your N-560 for the current
version installed.
The version number is needed when calling Nellcor's Technical
Services Department, 1.800.635.5267, or your local Nellcor representative for
technical assistance. Write down the number and have it available prior to
requesting technical assistance.
6. If the N-560 detects an internal problem during the POST, an alarm tone
sounds and the N-560 displays an Error Code and corresponding number.
See Troubleshooting on page 43.
7. Upon successful completion of the POST, the N-560 sounds a one-second

tone indicating that the N-560 has passed the test.
WARNING: If you do not hear the POST pass tone, do not use the N-560.
WARNING: Ensure that the speaker is clear of any obstruction. Failure

to do so could result in an inaudible alarm tone.
Note: In addition to serving as the POST pass verification, the POST pass
tone also functions as an audible confirmation that the speaker is performing
properly. If the speaker does not function, the alarm sounds cannot be heard.
Power-On Defaults and Alarm Limit Ranges

See Figure 3 on page 9 for the location of the N-560 controls.
Note: When observing or changing default limits, a three-second time-out is
in effect. That is, if no action is taken within three seconds, the N-560
automatically returns to the normal mode.
1. Turn the N-560 on by pressing the Power On/Off button.

2. Wait for POST to be completed.
3. Press and release the SpO2 Alarm Limit button.
4. Verify that the N-560 emits a single beep and the %SpO2 display
indicates an upper alarm limit of “100” for about three seconds.
5. Verify that “HI” is displayed in the Pulse Rate display.
Note: “HI” in the display window indicates an upper alarm limit that is
being adjusted, and a “LO” in the window indicates that a low alarm limit is
being adjusted.
Figure 4: Adjusting High %SpO2 Alarm Limit
6. Press the SpO2 Alarm Limit button. Within 3 seconds, press and hold
the Adjust Down button. Verify that the %SpO2 display reduces to a
minimum of one point above the %SpO2 low alarm limits setting.
Note: A decimal point to the right of the value in either window display
indicates that the alarm limits are not power-on default values.
7. Press the SpO2 Alarm Limit button two times rapidly (twice within three
seconds). Verify that the N-560 emits two beeps and that the %SpO2
display indicates “85” for three seconds. Verify that “LO” is displayed in
the pulse rate window.
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Figure 5: Adjusting Low %SpO2 Alarm Limit
8. Press the SpO2 Alarm Limit button two times rapidly. Within three
seconds, press and hold the Adjust Down button and verify that the
%SpO2 display reduces to a minimum of “20.” Press and hold the Adjust
Up button and verify that the %SpO2 display cannot be raised past the
upper alarm limit setting minus one point.
9. Turn the N-560 off by pressing the Power On/Off button.
11. Wait for POST to be completed. The %SpO2 and pulse rate alarm limits
will be reset to the default values.
12. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit button. Verify that the N-560 emits a
single beep, the Pulse Rate display indicates an alarm limit of “170”
and that the %SpO2 display window shows “HI” for about 3 seconds.
Figure 6: Adjusting High Pulse Rate Alarm Limit
13. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit Button. Within 3 seconds press and
hold the Adjust Down button. Verify that the Pulse Rate display
reduces to a minimum of one point above the pulse rate low limit alarm
setting.

14. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit button two times (twice within 3
seconds). Verify that the N-560 emits two beeps and that the Pulse Rate
display indicates an alarm limit of “40” for 3 seconds. Verify that “LO” is
displayed in the %SpO2 display.
Figure 7: Adjusting Low Pulse Rate Alarm Limit
15. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit button two times rapidly. Within 3
seconds press and hold the Adjust Down button. Verify that the Pulse
Rate display cannot be raised past the upper alarm limit setting minus
one point.
18. Wait for POST to be completed. The %SpO2 and pulse rate alarm limits
will be reset to the default values.
19. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit button two times rapidly. Within
three seconds press and hold the Adjust Up button. Verify that the Pulse
Rate display cannot be adjusted above the upper alarm limit setting
minus one point.
20. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button. Verify that the N-560 emits a
single beep and that the Pulse Rate display indicates an alarm limit of
“OFF” for three seconds. Verify that “SAS” is displayed in the %SpO2
display.
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Figure 8: Adjusting SatSeconds Alarm Limit
21. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button. Within three seconds press the
Adjust Up button or the Adjust Down button. Verify that the Pulse
Rate display changes between 10, 25, 50, 100, and OFF.
22. Press the Power On/Off button to turn the N-560 off.
23. Press the Power On/Off button to turn the N-560 on.
24. Press and release the %SpO2 Alarm Limit button. Verify that the
%SpO2 display indicates an alarm limit of “100.”
25. Press the %SpO2 Alarm Limit button two times rapidly. Verify that the
%SpO2 display indicates an alarm limit of “85.”
26. Press and release the Pulse Rate Alarm limit button. Verify that the
Pulse Rate display indicates an alarm limit of “170.”
27. Press the Pulse Rate Alarm Limit button two times rapidly. Verify that
the Pulse Rate display indicates an alarm limit of “40.”
28. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button. Verify that the Pulse Rate
display indicates an alarm limit of “OFF.”

General Operation
The following tests check overall system performance:

• LED Excitation Test below.
• Operation with a Live Subject on page 17.
LED Excitation Test
This procedure uses normal system components to test circuit operation. A

Nellcor XI AX oxygen transducer (sensor), model MAX-A, is used to
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examine LED intensity control. The red LED is used to verify intensity
modulation caused by the LED intensity control circuit.
1. Sensor Port
1. Connect the N-560 to an AC power source.
2. Connect a DOC-10 pulse oximetry cable to the N-560 sensor port (1).
3. Connect a MAX-A sensor to the sensor-input cable.
5. Leave the sensor open with the LEDs and photo detector visible.
6. After the N-560 completes its normal power-up sequence, verify that the
sensor LED is brightly lit.
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7. Slowly move the sensor LED in proximity to the photo detector element
of the sensor (close the sensor slowly). Verify, as the LED approaches the
optical sensor, that the LED intensity decreases.
8. Open the sensor and notice that the LED intensity increases.
9. Repeat step 7 and the intensity will again decrease. This variation is an
indication that the microprocessor is in proper control of LED intensity.
Operation with a Live Subject

Patient monitoring involves connecting the sensor to a live subject for a
qualitative test.
1. Sensor Port
1. Ensure that the N-560 is connected to an AC power source.
2. Connect a DOC-10 pulse oximetry cable to the N-560 sensor port (1).
3. Connect a Nellcor Durasensor oxygen transducer (sensor), model

DS-100A, to the sensor cable.
4. Clip the DS-100A to the subject as recommended in the sensor's

directions for use.
5. Press the Power On/Off button to turn the N-560 on and verify that the
N-560 is operating.

6. The N-560 should stabilize on the subject's physiological signal in about

15 to 30 seconds. Verify that the oxygen saturation and pulse rate values
are reasonable for the subject.
Alarm Volume Control

1. Press and hold the Alarm Silence button for more than three seconds.
Verify the following:
• “Alarm Silence Duration Time” is displayed for approximately three
seconds.
• After three seconds:
• a steady tone is heard at the default volume setting
• the %SpO2 display indicates “VOL”
• the Pulse Rate display indicates the default setting of “4”
2. Press the Adjust Down button, while holding the Alarm Silence
button, until an alarm volume setting of “1” is displayed. Verify that the
alarm volume has decreased but is still audible.
3. Press the Adjust Up button, while holding the Alarm Silence button, to
increase the alarm volume setting to a maximum value of “10.” Verify
that the volume increases.
4. Press the Adjust Down button, while holding the Alarm Silence
button, until a comfortable audio level is obtained.
5. Release the Alarm Silence button. The tone stops.
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Pulse Tone Volume Control

1. When a valid pulse is acquired, press the Adjust Up button and verify
that the sound level of the beeping pulse tone increases.
2. Press the Adjust Down button and verify that the beeping pulse tone
decreases until it is no longer audible.
3. Press the Adjust Up button to return the beep volume to a comfortable

level.
Pulse Oximetry Functional Tests

These tests utilize the pulse oximetry functional tester (SRC-MAX) to verify
the performance of the N-560 pulse oximeter.
All of these tests should be done in sequence.
1 — DOC-10 Cable Connector 6 — % Modulation Select Button
2 — Red LED Drive Indicator 7 — % SpO 2 Select Button
3 — Not Used For N-560 8 — Light Level Selection Button
4 — Not Used For N-560 9 — Pulse Rate Selection Button

5 — Battery Low Indicator 10 — Infrared LED Drive Indicator
Introduction
The SRC-MAX functional tester allows qualified technicians to functionally

test Nellcor OXIMAX pulse oximeters and OEM OXIMAX-enabled monitors.
The technician must perform the test setup procedure before performing tests
1 through 4. The following is a brief description of each test:
• Test Setup — This procedure establishes the baseline for all the other
tests. The Test Setup procedure must be performed before performing
any or all of the SRC-MAX tests.
• Test #1: BPM — This procedure simulates an OXIMAX sensor
attached to a patient indicating 60 bpm and 200 bpm. The test setup
procedure sets up Test 1 for 60 bpm.
• Test #2: SpO 2 — This procedure simulates an OXIMAX sensor
attached to a patient, indicating 75 percent blood oxygen saturation
and 90 percent blood oxygen saturation. The test setup procedure sets
up Test 2 for 75 percent blood oxygen saturation.
• Test #3: Modulation — This procedure simulates an OXIMAX sensor
attached to a patient indicating low and high pulse strength. The test
setup procedure sets up Test 3 for low pulse strength.
• Test #4: Light — This procedure simulates an O XIMAX sensor
attached to a patient indicating low and high light level passing
through the patient at the sensor site. The test setup procedure sets up
Test 4 for low light level.
Initial Setup
1. Sensor Port
1. With the N-560 turned off, connect the DOC-10 pulse oximetry cable to
the sensor port.
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2. Connect the SRC-MAX tester to the other end of the DOC-10 cable.
3. Turn on the N-560 by pressing the Power On/Off button.
4. After the N-560 completes POST, the N-560 will:
• be in SpO2 alarm
• display an %SpO2 of 75 (pass criteria is 73 to 77 %SpO2)
• display a pulse rate of 60 (pass criteria is 57 to 63 bpm)
• Pulse Amplitude indicator - display low level modulation (low
amplitude Pulse Amplitude indicator)
Test #1: BPM
1. Press the SRC-MAX % Pulse Rate selection button. The SRC-MAX

Pulse Rate 200 LED will light.
2. The N-560 bpm will increase to 200 and stabilize at 200 bpm. The test
pass criteria is 197 to 203 bpm.
3. The N-560 will display:
• 75 %SpO2
• 200 bpm (pass criteria is 197 to 203 bpm)
• alarm
• Pulse Amplitude indicator - low level modulation

4. Press the SRC-MAX Pulse Rate select button. The SRC-MAX Pulse Rate
60 LED will light.
5. The N-560 pulse rate will decrease to 60 and stabilize at 60 bpm. The test
pass criteria is 57 to 63 bpm.
• 75 %SpO2
• 60 bpm (test pass criteria is 57 to 63 bpm)
• alarm
Test #2: SpO 2
1. Press the SRC-MAX %SpO2 select button. The SRC-MAX %SpO2 90

LED will light.
2. The N-560 will display three dashes until the SRC-MAX stabilizes at 90
%SpO . The test pass criteria is 88 to 92 %SpO2.
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• 90 %SpO2 (pass criteria is 88 to 92 %SpO2)

• 60 bpm
• no alarm
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4. Press the SRC-MAX %SpO select button. The SRC-MAX %SpO 75

2 2
LED will light.
5. The N-560 will display three dashes until the SRC-MAX stabilizes at 75
%SpO . The test pass criteria is 73 to 77 %SpO2.
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• 75 %SpO2 (pass criteria is 73 to 77 %SpO2)

• 60 bpm
• alarm
Test #3: Modulation Level
1. Press the SRC-MAX % Modulation selection button. The SRC-MAX %

Modulation LED will light.
2. The N-560 Pulse Amplitude indicator will fill (10 bars) with each pulse
beat.

• 75 %SpO2 (test pass criteria is 73 to 77 %SpO2)

• alarm
• Pulse Amplitude indicator - high level modulation
4. Perform Test #1: BPM on page 21. The Pulse Amplitude indicator
should indicate high level modulation.
5. Perform Test #2: SpO2 on page 22. The Pulse Amplitude indicator
should indicate high level modulation.
6. Press the SRC-MAX % Modulation selection button. The SRC-MAX %

Modulation LED will light.
7. The N-560 Pulse Amplitude indicator will stabilize and illuminate 4

bars with each pulse beat.
• 75 %SpO2
• 60 bpm
• alarm
should indicate low level modulation.
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Test #4: Light
1. Press the SRC-MAX Light Level selection button. The SRC-MAX Light
Level LED will light.
2. The N-560 Pulse Amplitude indicator will fill (10 bars) and stabilize
and illuminate 4 bars with each pulse beat.
• 75 %SpO2 (test pass criteria is 73 to 77 %SpO2)

• alarm
6. Press the SRC-MAX Light Level selection button. The SRC-MAX Light
Level LED will light.

7. The N-560 Pulse Amplitude indicator will stabilize and illuminate 4

bars with each pulse beat.
• 75 %SpO2
• 60 bpm
• alarm
• low level modulation
11. Disconnect all equipment and turn off the N-560.
Safety Tests
The N-560 safety tests meet the standards of, and are performed in accordance
with, IEC 60601-1 (EN 60601-1, Amendment 1, Amendment 2) and UL
2601-1, for instruments classified as Class 1 and TYPE BF and ANSI/AAMI
Standard ES1.
Applicable tests for these standards are listed below. Technicians must be
familiar with the standards applicable to their institution and country. Test
equipment and its application must comply with the applicable standard.
• Ground Integrity, see page 92 for test values.
• Earth Leakage Current, see page 92 for test values.
• Enclosure Leakage Current, see page 92 for test values.
• Patient Applied Risk Current, see page 93 for test values.
• Patient Isolation Risk Current, see page 93 for test values.
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Note : Patient Applied Risk Current and Patient Isolation Risk Current. The
leakage test lead from the test equipment must be connected to the N-560
SpO2 Sensor Port using a male 9-pin “D” type connector that has all pins
shorted together.

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Audible Alarm Settings and Service Functions
Audible Alarm Settings and Service

Functions
Introduction
This section discusses use of the service menu to reconfigure power-on

default values, and how to control the behavior of the audible alarm.
WARNING: Do not silence the N-560 audible alarm or decrease its

volume if patient safety could be comprised.
Audible Alarm Settings

The following paragraphs describe how to change the behavior of the audible
alarm. Operators can select the volume of the alarm and the duration of alarm
silence. Controls for the N-560 are shown in Figure 9.
1 — Power On/Off Button 5 — Pulse Rate Alarm Limit Button

2 — Alarm Silence Button 6 — SatSeconds Alarm Limit Button
3 — Adjust Up Button 7 — SpO2 Alarm Limit Button
4 — Adjust Down Button
Figure 9: N-560 Controls

Alarm Silence State

Press the Alarm Silence button to silence the alarm. Press the Alarm
Silence button a second time to turn the alarm back on.
Alarm Silence Duration

1. Press and hold the Alarm Silence button.
2. Press the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to change the duration of

the alarm silence. The alarm duration can be set to 30, 60, 90, or 120
seconds, or the alarm can be turned to Off.
Alarm Volume
1. Press and hold the Alarm Silence button until “VOL” is displayed in the
%SpO2 window.
2. Press the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to select alarm volumes

from 1 to 10. Select a level that is suitable for the N-560's location.
N-560 Menu
Table 2 lists the menu selections available on the N-560. Items in BOLD are
the default settings.
Table 2: N-560 Menu Selections
Menu Sub-Menu Function

Number Number
1 - Trend print (tabular N-560 trend only)
2 - Clear N-560 trend
3 0 Language English
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Table 2: N-560 Menu Selections (Continued)

Number Number
4 - Data port baud rate
24 2400 bauds per second (bps)
96 9600 bps
192 19200 bps
5 - EPP Mode
1 Real Time ASCII
2 External equipment communications
6 - In-sensor Trend Mode
0 Event SpO2
1 Event SpO2 + Pulse Rate
2 Not use in-sensor trend function
7 - RS-232 and RS-422 Nurse Call polarity (negative -
low, positive - high)
0 Positive on alarm, normally negative
1 Negative on alarm, normally positive
8 - Time Set - Each display “-XX” (“-” means Selected.
“XX” means Numbers) Use Adjust Up/Adjust
Down buttons to change numbers. Use SatSeconds
Alarm Limit button to save selection.
Year 1ST display — “-XX” at left numeric display
Month 1ST display — “-XX” at right numeric display
Day 2ND display — “-XX” at left numeric display
Hour 2ND display — “-XX” at right numeric display
Minute 3RD display — “-XX” at left numeric display
Second 3RD display — “-XX” at right numeric display
9 - Save current N-560 parameters to institutional
(Power-On default settings)
10 - Restore N-560 parameters to factory default settings

Table 2: N-560 Menu Selections (Continued)

Number Number
11 - Alarm silence restrictions
0 Allow “OFF” as a choice for alarm silence
duration, reminder will be sounded
0 — Allows operator to select alarm silence Off, but
there will be a reminder tone every 3 minutes
1 Allow “OFF” as a choice for alarm silence duration,
no reminder will be sounded
1 — Alarm silence off, there will be no alarm
reminder
2 Do not allow “OFF” as a choice for alarm silence
duration
2 — Not allow alarm silence Off
12 - Silence alarms (No alarm condition, both audio and
visual alarms)
0 On
1 Off
13 - N-560 display turned on
0 On
1 Off
14 - Alarm sound selection
1 Nellcor style
2 Alarms sound IAW IEC 60601-1-8
3 Alarms sound IAW EN 475
Operator's Menu Options
The menu items listed below are options that are available to the operator.
These options can be used to print or clear trend data, and to change the
configuration of data from the data port. Changes can be made in menu
options 1 through 5 while monitoring a patient. Menu items beyond 5 cannot
be accessed when a sensor is connected to the N-560. Unless changes are
saved as power-on default values, they will be lost when the N-560 is turned
off. When the N-560 is turned on again, it will begin to use the power-on
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default values that have been stored. Factory-set power-on default values are
listed in Table 4 on page 38.
Accessing Menu Items

1. Menu items can be accessed at any time by pressing the SpO2 Alarm
Limit and Pulse Rate Alarm Limit buttons simultaneously until the
option 1 screen is displayed.
2. Press the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to select the menu item
number. Menu items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, and 14 have sub-options
within them that can be selected by first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm
Limit button, and then pressing the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button.
The sub-option being selected is displayed in the %SpO2 display window.
Note: Service menu items numbered above 5 cannot be accessed if a sensor

is connected to the N-560.
3. Once adjustments have been made within a menu item, the SatSeconds
Alarm Limit button can be used to initiate the current selection. To save
the current settings as power-on default values, refer to the procedure
outlined in Menu Item 9 (Save Current Values as Power-On Defaults) on
page 37.
Note: If a period of 10 seconds passes with no button presses, the N-560

exits the menu item selected and return to normal monitoring, and no changes
are made.
Menu Item 1 (Trend Print)

Trend data can be viewed (if connected to a PC), or a trend printout can be
made, if the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button is pressed when menu item 1 is

displayed. For more information about trend printouts, refer to the N-560
Operator’s manual.
Menu Item 2 (Trend Clear)

When menu item 2 is selected, trend data that is available through the use of
menu item 1 will be deleted when the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button is
pressed and held until three beeps are heard.
Menu Item 3 (Language Selection)

At the present time only English is available.
Menu Item 4 (Baud Rate)

Baud rates of 2400, 9600, or 19200 can be selected by first pressing the
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button when menu item 4 is displayed.
Use the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to select the desired baud rate.
The baud rates will be displayed in the %SpO2 window as 24 (2400), 96
(9,600), or 192 (19,200). The protocol setting (menu item 5; EPP mode)
determines the baud rate that can be selected:
• Option 1 ASCII = 19,200
• Option 2 External equipment communications = 2,400, 9,600, 19,200
When the desired option is indicated in the %SpO2 display, press the
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to initiate the current selection.
Menu Item 5 (EPP Mode)

This menu item is used to change the method of sending data to the data port.
Two options can be accessed by first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit
button when menu item 5 is displayed.
Use the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to select the desired option.
• Option 1 = real-time ASCII for printouts or displays
• Option 2 = External equipment communications. Refer to the external
equipment manuals for the interfacing instructions.
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Note: Menu items greater than 5 cannot be accessed when a valid sensor is
connected to the N-560.
Service Menu Options
Service menu options can be accessed only when the sensor is disconnected
from the N-560. Only qualified service personnel should access these options.
Refer to Accessing Menu Items on page 33 for instructions on how to access
the menu options and make selections within them.
Menu Item 6 (In-Sensor Trend Mode)

This menu item is used to set up the type of event data that a single use
OXIM AX sensor will record within the sensor. Three options can be accessed
by first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button when menu item 6 is
displayed. This function is only applicable to OXIMAX sensors that do not have
any event data recorded in the sensor. If the OXIMAX sensor has event data
recorded in it, the N-560 will record event data in the same format as the
recorded data.
• Option 0 = record SpO2 event data
• Option 1 = record SpO2 plus pulse rate event data
• Option 2 = do not use in-sensor record function
Menu Item 7 (RS-232 Nurse Call Polarity)

This menu item is used to setup the polarity of the RS-232 Nurse Call signal
available at the N-560 rear panel data port. Two options can be accessed by
first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button when menu item 7 is
displayed.

• Option 0 = positive on alarm, normally negative

• Option 1 = negative on alarm, normally positive
• Option 2 = do not use
Menu Item 8 (Time Set)

If menu item 8 is selected, the N-560 Year, Month, Day, Minutes, and
Seconds may be viewed and set. After selecting menu item 8, pressing the
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button displays the Year and Month setting of the
N-560. See Figure 10. The “–” indicates that the Year is selected. Pressing the
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button will move the “–” to the Month display.
When an item is selected, indicated by the “–”, the value may be set by
pressing the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button.
Figure 10: Year Month Display
Pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button again will cause the Day Hour
display to appear. See Figure 11.
Figure 11: Day Hour Display
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Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to select Hour and the next press of
the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button will select the Minute Second display. See
Figure 12.
Figure 12: Minute Second Display
Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to select Second and the next press
of the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button enters the selected date and time into
the N-560. The N-560 sounds three beeps to indicate that the date time is set.
Menu Item 9 (Save Current Values as Power-On Defaults)

If menu item 9 is selected, the current values for alarm limits, alarm volume,
pulse beep volume, audible alarm silence duration, alarm silence behavior,
in-sensor event data type, RS-232 Nurse Call polarity, communications
protocol, data port language, and baud rate are saved as the institutional
default settings. To save new values as the current institutional default values,
press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button. Three tones sound to indicate that
the changes are accepted.
The following can be saved as institutional default values.
Table 3: Institutional Default Values
Parameter Range
SpO2 high alarm limit low limit plus 1 to 100%
SpO2 low alarm limit 80% to high limit minus 1
SatSeconds Off, 10, 25, 50, 100 seconds
Pulse rate high alarm limit low limit plus 1 to 250 bpm
Pulse rate low alarm limit 30 bpm to high limit minus 1
Alarm volume 1 to 10
Alarm silence duration 30, 60, 90, 120 seconds

Table 3: Institutional Default Values (Continued)
Parameter Range
Alarm silence restrictions None, sound reminder, do not allow alarms off
Blip volume 0 to 10
Language English
Serial port baud rate 2400, 9600, 19200
Serial port mode ASCII, external equipment communications
Event in-sensor trend format SpO2, SpO2 and pulse rate
RS-232 nurse call polarity Normally high, normally low
If an invalid tone is heard instead of the triple beep, the current settings were
not changed. An invalid tone is a single low-pitched tone.
Note: Current values will not be stored in memory as institutional defaults if
power is interrupted before exiting this menu option.
Note: When the operator changes an alarm limit to a value other than a
institutional default value, a decimal point is displayed to the right of the
parameter whose alarm limit was changed.
Menu Item 10 (Restore Factory Default Settings as Power-On Default)

Menu item 10 resets the N-560 to factory default settings as shown in Table 4,
three confirmation tones will be heard.
After menu item 10 has been selected, cycle power to the N-560 and verify
that the factory default values have been reinstated.
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Table 4: Factory Default Settings
Factory
Parameter Range Default
Setting
%SpO2 Upper Alarm Lower Alarm Limit plus 1 to 100%
Limit 100%
%SpO2 Lower 20% to Upper Alarm Limit 85%
Alarm Limit minus 1
Pulse Rate Upper Lower Alarm Limit plus 1 to 170 bpm
Alarm Limit 250 bpm
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Table 4: Factory Default Settings (Continued)
Factory
Parameter Range Default
Setting
Pulse Rate Lower 30 bpm to Upper Alarm Limit 40 bpm
Alarm Limit minus 1
Alarm Silence On or Off On
Reminder
Alarm Silence Off, 30, 60, 90, 120 seconds 60 seconds
Duration
Alarm Silence • None None
Restrictions
• Sound reminder
• Do not allow alarms off
Alarm Sound 1, 2, 3 2 (IAW
Selector IEC60601-1-8)
Alarm Volume 1 to 10 4
Menu Item 11 (Alarm Silence Restrictions)

This menu item is used to change alarm silence behavior. Three options can
be accessed by first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button, then using
the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to scroll to the desired number.
• Option 0 = allows the operator to select Alarm Silence Off. There will
be a reminder tone every three minutes.
• Option 1 = allows the operator to select Alarm Silence Off. There will
be no reminder tone.
• Option 2 = does not allow the operator to select Alarm Silence Off.
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the current selection.
Note: The low battery audible alarm cannot be disabled.


Menu Item 12 (Silence Alarms)

This option is used to set the alarm silence condition. Two options can be
accessed by first pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button, then using the
Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to scroll to the desired option.
• Option 0 = On - the N-560 will not display any alarm conditions (both
audio and visual).
• Option 1 = Off - the N-560 displays alarm as selected by menu
item 11.
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the current selection. This setting will
remain in effect until the N-560 is turned off. The default selection (Option 1)
will be activated the next time the N-560 is turned on.

Menu Item 13 (All Display Off)

This menu item is used to enable or disable the display of the N-560. With
menu item 13 selected, press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button, then use the
Adjust Up or Adjust Down button to scroll to the desired option.
• Option 0 = is On, all normal display is enabled
• Option 1 = is Off, all normal display is disabled
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the current selection.
If Option “1” Off is selected, all visual display is turned off. Audio sound
cannot be set to off when Option “1” is selected. When any button is pressed,
all visual displays turn on.
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Menu Item 14 (Alarm Sound Style Select)

This menu item is used to select the alarm sound style. With menu item 14
selected, press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button, then use the Adjust Up or
Adjust Down button to scroll to the desired option.
• Option 1 = Nellcor style
• Option 2 = sound in accordance with IEC 60601-1-8
• Option 3 = sound in accordance with EN 475
SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the current selection. The N-560 sounds
a confirmation tone.
Setting Institutional Defaults (Sample)

Set alarm limits to the values established by your facility. After all alarm
limits are set, you will access menu Item 9 to set the alarm limit values to
institutional defaults. The following default values may be set:
• Alarm Suspend (30, 60, 90, 120 seconds)
• Alarm Silence Behavior (silence off, sound reminder, do not allow
OFF)
• Alarm Volume (1 to 10)
• Baud Rate (2400, 9600, 19200)
• Data Port Mode (ASCII)
• Pulse Beep Volume (0 to 10)
• Pulse Rate Upper Alarm Limit (lower limit plus one to 250 bpm)
• Pulse Rate Lower Alarm Limit (30 bpm to upper limit minus one)
• SatSeconds (OFF, 10, 25, 50, 100)
• SpO2 Upper Alarm Limit (lower limit plus one to 100%)

• SpO2 Lower Limit (20% to upper limit minus one)
1. Disconnect the sensor from the N-560.

4. Set the desired parameters to the institutional values.
5. Simultaneously press SpO2 Alarm Limit button and Pulse Rate Alarm
Limit button for over three seconds. Menu Item 1 screen appears.
6. Press the Adjust Up button until menu Item 9 is displayed.
7. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to save all settings as the
institutional default settings.
8. The N-560 sounds three beeps, indicating that defaults are reset.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Introduction
This section explains how to troubleshoot the N-560 if problems arise. Tables
are supplied that list possible N-560 difficulties, along with probable causes,
and recommended actions to correct the difficulty.
How To Use This Section
Use this section in conjunction with Performance Verification on page 7, and

Spare Parts on page 71. To remove and replace a part you suspect is
defective, follow the instructions in Disassembly Guide on page 53. The
circuit analysis section in the Technical Discussion on page 105 offers
information on how the N-560 functions.
Who Should Perform Repairs

Only qualified service personnel should open the N-560 housing, remove and
replace components, or make adjustments. If your medical facility does not
have qualified service personnel, contact Nellcor’s Technical Services or your
local Nellcor representative.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problems with the N-560 are categorized in Table 5 on page 44. Refer to the
paragraph indicated for further troubleshooting instructions.
Note: Taking the recommended actions discussed in this section will correct
the majority of problems you may encounter. However, problems not covered
here can be resolved by calling Nellcor’s Technical Services or your local
Nellcor representative.

Troubleshooting
Table 5: Problem Categories

Problem Area Refer To
1. Power Power on page 44
• No power-up on AC and/or DC
• Fails power-on self-test
• Powers down without apparent cause
2. Buttons Buttons on page 46
• N-560 does not respond properly to

buttons being pressed
3. Display/Alarms Display/Alarms on page 47
• Display does not respond properly

• Alarms and other tones do not sound
properly or are generated without
apparent cause
4. Operational Performance Operational Performance
on page 48
• Displays appear to be operational, but
the N-560 shows no readings
• Suspect readings
5. Data Port Data Port on page 49
• N-560 data port not functioning

properly
All of the problem areas in Table 5 are discussed in the following paragraphs.
Power
Power problems are related to AC and/or DC. Table 6 lists recommended
actions to power problems.
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Troubleshooting
Table 6: Power Problems

Condition Recommended Action
Battery Low indicator Ensure that the N-560 is plugged into an operational
lights steadily while AC outlet and the AC indicator is on.
N-560 is connected to
AC and battery is fully Check the fuses. The fuses are located in the Power
charged. Supply PCB as indicated in Separating Top and Bottom
Cases on page 54. Replace if necessary.
Open the N-560 as described in Separating Top and

Bottom Cases on page 54. Verify the power supply's
output to the battery while on AC. Disconnect the
battery leads from the battery and connect a DVM to
the battery leads. The voltage measured should be 13.8
VDC to 14.2 VDC and the current should be 500 mA to
600mA with the Power switch off and 750 mA to 830
mA with the Power switch on. Replace power supply if
above values are not met.
Check the cable connection between the Top Enclosure
and the Front Panel PCB. If the connection is good,
replace the Front Panel PCB. See Front Case
Disassembly on page 57.
The N-560 does not The battery may be discharged. To recharge the battery,
operate when refer to Battery Charge on page 8. The N-560 may be
disconnected from AC used with a less than fully charged battery, but with a
power. corresponding decrease in operating time from that
charge.
Replace the battery as indicated in Battery Removal on
page 66.
Battery Low indicator There are 15 minutes or less of usable charge left on the
on during DC operation N-560 battery before the N-560 shuts off. At this point,
and an alarm is if possible, cease use of the N-560 on battery power,
sounding. connect it to an AC source and allow it to recharge
(approximately 6 hours). The N-560 may continue to
be used while it is recharging.

Troubleshooting
Table 6: Power Problems (Continued)

Condition Recommended Action
Battery does not Replace battery if it is more than 2 years old.
charge.
Replace the battery as indicated in Battery Removal on
page 66.
Open the N-560 as described in Separating Top and
Bottom Cases on page 54. Verify the power supply's
output to the battery while on AC. Disconnect the
battery leads from the battery and connect a DVM to
the battery leads. The voltage measured should be 13.8
VDC to 14.2 VDC and the current should be 170 mA to
300 mA. Replace power supply if above values are not
met.
Buttons
Table 7 lists symptoms of problems relating to nonresponsive buttons and
recommended actions. If the action requires replacement of a PCB, see
Disassembly Guide on page 53.
Table 7: Button Problems

Symptom Recommended Action
The N-560 turns on and Replace Top Housing assembly. See Separating Top
responds to some, but and Bottom Cases on page 54.
not all, buttons.
Replace Front Panel PCB. See Front Case
The N-560 turns on, but Check the connection between the Main PCB and the
does not respond to any Front Panel PCB.
of the buttons.
Replace the main PCB. See Monitor Disassembly on
Main PCB Removal on page 60.
Replace the Front Panel PCB. See Front Case

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Troubleshooting
Display/Alarms
Table 8 lists symptoms of problems relating to non-functioning displays and
audible tones or alarms and recommended actions. If the action requires
replacement of a PCB or module, refer to Disassembly Guide on page 53.
Table 8: Display/Alarms Problems

Display values are Try another sensor or relocate the sensor.
missing or erratic.
Replace the Sensor Extension Cable.
Replace the sensor.
Not all display segments Check the connection between the Front Panel PCB
light during POST. and the Main PCB.
All Front Panel LED Check the connection between the Front Panel PCB
indicators do not light and the Main PCB.
during POST
Replace the front case. See Front Case Disassembly
on page 57.
Alarm sounds for no Moisture or spilled liquid can cause an alarm to sound.
apparent reason. Allow the N-560 to dry thoroughly before use.
Replace the Front Panel PCB as described in Front
Case Disassembly on page 57.
Display is flashing, but Verify that alarm silence has not been activated. See
there is no alarm. Menu Item 12 (Silence Alarms) on page 40.
Check speaker connection to Front Panel PCB. Refer

to Front Case Disassembly on page 57.
Replace the speaker. Refer to Front Case Disassembly
on page 57.
Replace the Front Panel PCB. Refer to Front Case

Troubleshooting
Table 8: Display/Alarms Problems (Continued)

An alarm condition Replace the Front Panel PCB. Refer to Front Case
exists but no alarm Disassembly on page 57.
(audible or visual) is
indicated.
Operational Performance
Table 9 lists symptoms of problems relating to operational performance (no
error codes displayed) and recommended actions. If the action requires
replacement of a PCB or module, refer to Disassembly Guide on page 53.
Table 9: Operational Performance Problems

The Pulse Amplitude The sensor may be damaged; replace it.
indicator seems to
indicate a pulse, but the Replace the Front Panel PCB. Refer to Front Case
digital displays show Disassembly on page 57.
zeroes.
SpO2 or pulse values The sensor may be damp or may have been reused too
change rapidly; Pulse many times. Replace it.
Amplitude indicator is
erratic. • An electrosurgical unit (ESU) may be
interfering with performance:
• Move the N-560 and its cables and sensors as
far from the ESU as possible.
• Plug the N-560 power supply and the ESU
into different AC circuits.
• Move the ESU ground pad as close to the
surgical site as possible and as far away from
the sensor as possible.
• Verify the performance with the procedures
detailed in Performance Verification on
page 7.
• Replace the Front Panel PCB. Refer to Front
Case Disassembly on page 57.
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Troubleshooting
Data Port
Table 10 lists a symptom for data port problems and recommended actions. If
the action requires replacement of the User Interface PCB, refer to
Disassembly Guide on page 53.
Table 10: Data Port Problems

No printout is being The N-560 is running on battery power. Connect the
received. N-560 to AC power.
The N-560's baud rate does not match the printer.
Change the baud rate of the N-560 following
instructions in the Operator’s manual.
Check the connection between the data port and the
printer. Refer to Connecting To The Data Port on
page 97.
Replace the Front Panel PCB. Refer to Front Case
Error Codes
When the N -560 detects a defective sensor connected to the N-560, the N-560
displays an error code of “SEN Err.” The sensor should be replaced and the
N-560 power should be cycled.
An error code is displayed when the N-560 detects a non-correctable failure.

Cycling the power clears these errors. Table 11 lists the N-560 error codes
and their meanings. When one of these errors occur, the N-560:
• sounds a low priority alarm that cannot be silenced except by
power-down
• stops measurements

Troubleshooting
• displays a red “EEE” in the left numeric display area

• displays a red error code in the left numeric display
Note: Cycling the power clears the displayed error code
Table 11: Error Codes

Error
Meaning
Code
1 SpO2 front end RAM error

2 SpO2 front end ROM/code integrity error.
3 SpO2 front end reported a bad CRC
4 SpO2 front end reported FSP message not allowed
5 SpO2 front end reported illegal value sent in FSP messageSpO2 front
end
6 SpO2 front end reports calibration (offset) failure
9 SpO2 front end reported syntax error in FSP message
10 Over-current limit in SpO2 front end has tripped
11 SpO2 front end reports incorrect system voltage
12 SpO2 front end reports other hardware problem
14 SpO2 front end reports communication channel overflow
16 SpO2 front end reports watch dog time out
17 SpO2 front end reports that sensor appears defective
18 SpO2 front end reports internal register appears modified from
expected value
19 SpO2 front end reports signal out-of -range
48 SpO2 front end reports spurious interrupt
49 SpO2 front end reports internal buffer overflow
50 SpO2 front end reports intermittent error
51 SpO2 front end reports digital communications error
52 SpO2 front end reports warmer error
53 Front end data not received
256 SpO2 back end reports beginning of packet missing
257 SpO2 back end reports packet start ID (SID) missing
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Troubleshooting
Table 11: Error Codes (Continued)
Error
Meaning
Code
258 SpO2 back end reports packet length error

259 SpO2 back end reports message length error
260 SpO2 back end reports packet contains unsupported Key
261 SpO2 back end reports packet CRC error
262 SpO2 back end reports end of packet missing
263 SpO2 back end reports packet contains undefined key
264 SpO2 back end reports corrupted variable
265 SpO2 back end reports memory overflow
266 SpO2 back end reports bad pointer
267 SpO2 back end reports parameter value out-of -range
268 SpO2 back end reports reset detected
269 SpO2 back end reports unexpected value
270 SpO2 back end reports time-out
271 SpO2 back end reports not ready/not initialized
272 SpO2 back end reports double fault
273 SpO2 back end reports date out-of-range error
274 SpO2 back end reports incompatible software version
275 SpO2 back end reports incorrect registration number
276 SpO2 back end reports sensor read failure
277 SpO2 back end reports sensor signature verification fails
278 SpO2 back end reports warmed sensor temperature set point failure
279 SpO2 back end reports warmed sensor/SpO2 front end incompatible
280 SpO2 back end reports does not support feature required by sensor
281 SpO2 back end reports overflow/underflow
282 SpO2 back end reports sensor activation failure
512 General failure of UIF Module generic post
513 Dead battery/Missing battery
514 Real time clock is non-operational
517 Serial clock line is not toggling or is toggling at an incorrect rate

Troubleshooting
Table 11: Error Codes (Continued)
Error
Meaning
Code
518 Application program is corrupt

519 Invalid FE102 version
520 Error in the start up sequence
521 OS multitasking service failure
522 A state machine has received an unknown state transition
523 The operation just attempted was not completed successfully - for
example, Institutional Defaults could not be reset
524 An unexpected value was received - for example, an out-of -range
parameter was passed to a function
525 EEPROM CRC failure
526 SpO2 module not responded
527 Institutional parameters lost - e.g. for UIF: Institutional EEPROM
section CRC corrupt
528 Current settings lost - e.g. for UIF: Institutional EEPROM section CRC
corrupt
531 External watchdog failure
532 Power PC watchdog failure
533 Boot NVROM uninitialized error
534 Failed CRC check of application code in flash
535 Failed periodic ram CRC check on application code running in RAM
562 SpO2 front end reset
563 SpO2 reported error
564 Clinical mode was exited after input was received
565 Communication failures between software modules
566 Excessive resets before UIF runs
567 An unexpected interrupt has been asserted
568 General failure in UIF module generic post
569 BOOT application program is corrupt - CRC does not match
570 RTC was restarted
574 Excessive restarts within 1 minute
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Disassembly Guide
Disassembly Guide
Introduction
WARNING: Do not operate the N-560 after repair or maintenance has

been performed until the N-560’s performance can be verified. Refer to
the Performance Verification on page 7, for performance tests and safety
tests. Failure to perform all tests could result in erroneous N -560
readings.
CAUTION: For better electromagnetic compatibility, ferrite cores are

installed on some wires of the N-560. During reassembly do not move or
remove the ferrite cores from their location.
The N-560 can be disassembled down to all major component parts,
including:
• PCBs
• Battery
• Top, Bottom, and Front Housing
• Speaker
• Power Entry Module (PEM)
The following tools are required:
• Phillips-head screwdriver #1
• Open-end wrench, 10 mm
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Wire cutters
• Needle-nose pliers
• Torque wrench, 10 inch-pounds (1.13 Newton-meters)

Disassembly Guide
WARNING: Before attempting to open or disassemble the N-560,

disconnect the power cord from the N-560.
CAUTION: Observe ESD (electrostatic discharge) precautions when

working within the N-560.
Note: Some spare parts have a business reply card attached. When you
receive these spare parts, please fill out and return the card.
Replacement Level Supported

The replacement level supported for this product is to the printed circuit board
(PCB) and major subassembly level. Once you isolate a suspected PCB,
follow the procedures in Disassembly Guide on page 53 to replace the PCB
with a known good PCB. Verify that the trouble symptom disappears and that
the N-560 passes all performance tests. If the trouble symptom persists, swap
back the replacement PCB with the suspected malfunctioning PCB (the
original PCB that was installed when you started troubleshooting) and
continue troubleshooting as directed in this section.
Prior to Disassembly
2. Disconnect the N-560 from the AC power source.
3. Disconnect the sensor and the pulse oximetry cable.
Separating Top and Bottom Cases

1. Complete the procedure in Prior to Disassembly on page 54.
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Disassembly Guide
2. Remove the two rear panel screws. See Figure 13.
Figure 13: N-560 Rear Panel Screws
3. Place the N-560 up-side down and remove the five screws holding the
cases together. See Figure 14.
Figure 14: N-560 Case Screws
4. Turn the N-560 right-side up.
5. Carefully separate the N-560’s top case from its bottom case, being
careful not to stress the wire harnesses between the cases. See Figure 15.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 15: Top Case Removal
6. Carefully disconnect the two cables from the main PCB. See Figure 16
items 1 and 2.
Figure 16: Separated Cases
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Disassembly Guide
Front Case Disassembly

1. Perform the procedure Prior to Disassembly on page 54.
2. Perform the procedure Separating Top and Bottom Cases on page 54.
3. Disconnect the SpO2 cable connector from the NELL-3 PCB. See
Figure 17 item 1.
Figure 17: Front case Wiring
4. Disconnect the speaker wire connector, item 2, from the main PCB.
5. Disconnect the ribbon cable connector, item 3, from the front case PCB.
6. Remove the bracket screw connected to the main PCB. See Figure 18
item 1.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 18: Front Case Mounting Screws
7. Remove the bracket screw, item 2, connected to the front PCB.
8. Remove the front panel assembly from the top case assembly.
9. Remove the bracket and screw connected to the front PCB. See Figure 19
item 1.
Figure 19: Front Case Bracket
10. Remove the two screws holding the speaker to the front case. See
Figure 20 items 1 and 2.
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Disassembly Guide
Figure 20: Speaker Removal
11. Carefully lift the front PCB out of the front case. See Figure 21.
Figure 21: Front PCB Removed
NELL-3 Removal
3. Disconnect the front case SpO2 cable connector from the NELL-3 PCB
connector. See Figure 22 item 1.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 22: NELL-3 Cable Connections
4. Disconnect the main PCB cable connector from the NELL-3 PCB
connector, item 2.
5. Carefully lift the NELL-3 PCB out of the top case. See Figure 23.
Figure 23: NELL-3 Removal
Main PCB Removal

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Disassembly Guide
3. Disconnect the SpO2 cable connector from the NELL-3 PCB. See
Figure 17 item 1.
Figure 24: Front case Wiring
4. Disconnect the speaker wire connector, item 2, from the main PCB.
5. Disconnect the ribbon cable connector, item 3, from the front case PCB.
6. Remove the bracket screw connected to the main PCB. See Figure 18
item 1.
Figure 25: Front Case Mounting Screws
7. Remove the bracket screw, item 2, connected to the front PCB.

Disassembly Guide
8. Remove the front panel assembly from the top case assembly.
9. Disconnect the NELL-3 to main PCB cable from the main PCB
connector. See Figure 26 item 1.
Figure 26: Main PCB Removal
10. Disconnect the main PCB to front PCB cable from the main PCB
connector item 2.
11. Remove the three remaining screws holding the main PCB to the top case.
12. Carefully lift the main PCB out of the top case. See Figure 27.
Figure 27: Main PCB Removed
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Disassembly Guide
Power Supply Removal

Figure 28: Power Supply Wiring
3. Unplug the wiring harness connector from the power supply, item 1.
4. Disconnect the AC plug ground wire from the AC plug, item 2.
5. Unscrew the four screws from the power supply. See Figure 29.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 29: Power Supply Screws
6. Lift the power supply out of the bottom case. See Figure 30.
Figure 30: Power Supply Removed
Fan Removal
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Disassembly Guide
Figure 31: Fan Wires
3. Unwrap the two fan wires, Figure 31 item 1, from the wiring harness.
4. Unplug the fan wires connector.
5. Remove the two screws holding the fan bracket to the bottom case. See
Figure 32.
Figure 32: Fan Bracket Removal
6. Lift the fan and bracket out of the bottom case. See Figure 33.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 33: Fan and Bracket Removal
7. Remove the 4 screws attaching the fan to the fan bracket. See Figure 34.
Figure 34: Fan Screws
Battery Removal
3. Remove the four battery screws from the bottom of the bottom case. See
Figure 35.
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Disassembly Guide
Figure 35: Battery Screws

Note: Hold onto the battery cover when turning the bottom case over. See
Figure 37.
Figure 36: Battery Cover

4. Disconnect the battery wiring connector. See Figure 37 item 1.
Figure 37: Battery Connector

Disassembly Guide
5. Lift the battery cover out of the bottom case. See Figure 38 item 1.
Figure 38: Battery Removal
6. Lift the battery out of the case. See Figure 38, item 2.
Equipotential Terminal Removal

3. Remove the AC connector ground wire from the equipotential ground

terminal. See Figure 39.
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Disassembly Guide
Figure 39: Ground Wire
4. Remove the remaining nut and washer from the equipotential ground
terminal. See Figure 40.
Figure 40: Equipotential Ground Terminal
5. Remove the equipotential ground terminal from the bottom case. See
Figure 41.

Disassembly Guide
Figure 41: Equipotential Ground Terminal Removed
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Spare Parts
Spare Parts
Introduction
The current version of this manual is available on the Internet at:
Spare parts are shown in Table 12 and Figure 42.
Obtaining Replacement Parts

Nellcor's Technical Services provides technical assistance information and
replacement parts. To obtain replacement parts, contact Nellcor's Technical
Services (1.800.635.5267) or your local Nellcor representative. Refer to parts
by the part names and part numbers.
Spare parts and accessories, with part numbers, for the N-560 are listed on the
Internet at:
http://www.mallinckrodt.com/respiratory/resp/Serv_Supp/Apartweb/main/PartAcceMenu.html
Parts List and Accessories
Table 12: Spare Parts and Accessories

Item No.
Description Shown in
Figure 42
Antenna, alarm indication 3
Arrester Wire Assembly between SIP/SOP and Main PCB --
Battery Case(U.S.A) (battery retention plastic piece) 20
Battery, 3,800 Ah, nickel metal hydride, 9.6 V (1.2 V/cell) 16
Bottom Case (U.S.A) 10
DOC-10, Pulse Oximetry cable --

Spare Parts
Table 12: Spare Parts and Accessories (Continued)

Item No.
Description Shown in
Figure 42
Fan, DF0504SM, long wire 5
Ferrite Core, PI cable assembly, ZCAT2035-0930 17
Ferrite Core, ZCAT1518, DC power/NELL-3 bus cable 6
Foot switch, alarm silence --
Front Panel Assembly, U.S.A., with membrane assembly 14
Front PCB, PCB/55F 13
Fuse, 50T, 250V, 2A, T2AL 7
Ground cable, ground terminal to entry 8
Ground Pin (Equipotential Terminal) 9
Home Use Guide --
Main PCB to front PCB cable, 44 pin, bus cable 12
Main PCB, 55M 1
NELL-3 data cable, 14 pin, bus cable --
Nellcor SpO2 module, NELL-3, version 1.8.1.0 19
Operator's manual --
PI cable, 9 pin, flexible PCB cable 18
Pole mount screw clamp 4
Power cable, medical grade, 110 V, U.S.A. --
Power supply, SMPS, 15W, 14V, MD15-14 11
Service manual --
SMPS - Main board cable, 4 line --
Speaker with wing assembly, 30PI to main PCB, 2 pin, cable 15
and female connector
Top case with quick guide, purple color, English, USA 2
Figure 42 shows the N-560 expanded view.
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Spare Parts
Figure 42: Exploded View

Spare Parts
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Packing for Shipment
Introduction
To ship the N-560, for any reason, follow the instructions in this section.
Returning the N-560

Contact Nellcor’s Technical Services Department or your local Nellcor
representative for shipping instructions including a Returned Goods
Authorization (RGA) number. Unless otherwise instructed by Nellcor's
Technical Services Department, it is not necessary to return the sensor or
other accessory items with the N-560. Pack the N-560 in its original shipping
carton. If the original carton is not available, use a suitable carton with
appropriate packing material to protect it during shipping.
Return the N-560 by any shipping method that provides proof of delivery.
General Instructions
Pack the N-560 carefully. Failure to follow the instructions in this section may
result in loss or damage not covered by any applicable Nellcor warranty. If the
original shipping carton is not available, use another suitable carton.
Prior to shipping the N-560, contact your supplier or local Nellcor office
(Technical Services Department) for a RGA number. Mark the shipping
carton and any shipping documents with the RGA number. Return the N-560
by any method that provides proof of delivery.
Repacking in Original Carton

If available, use the original carton and packing materials. See Figure 43.
Pack the N-560 as follows:

1. Place the N-560 and, if necessary, accessory items in the original

packaging.
Figure 43: Packing
2. Place the N-560 into the shipping carton and seal the carton with packing
tape.
3. Label the carton with the shipping address, return address, and RGA
number.
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Repacking in a Different Carton

If the original carton is not available, use the following procedure to pack the
N-560:
1. Place the N-560 in a plastic bag.
2. Locate a corrugated cardboard shipping carton with a bursting strength of

at least 200 pounds per square inch (psi).
3. Fill the bottom of the carton with at least two inches of packing material.
4. Place the bagged N-560 on the layer of packing material and fill the box
completely with packing material.
5. Seal the carton with packing tape.
6. Label the carton with the shipping address, return address, and RGA
number.

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Specifications
Specifications
Performance
P
Measurement Range
SpO2 1% to 100%
Pulse Rate 0 and 20 beats per minute (bpm) to 250 bpm
Perfusion Range 0.03% to 20%
Accuracy and Interference Tolerance
Saturation
Adults1 70 to 100% ±2 digits
Neonate 70 to 100% ±3 digits
Low Perfusion2 70 to 100% ±2 digits
Pulse Rate
Adult and Neonate1 20 to 250 bpm ±3 digits
Low Perfusion2 20 to 250 bpm ±3 digits

1
Adult specifications are shown for OXIMAX MAX A and MAX N
- -
sensors with the N 560. Neonate specifications are shown for

OXIMAX MAX N sensors with the N 560. Saturation accuracy will
-
- -
vary by sensor type. Refer to the Sensor Accuracy Grid. The Sensory
Accuracy Grid is available on the Internet at:
2
Specification applies to N-560 performance. Reading accuracy in
the presence of low perfusion (detected IR pulse modulation
amplitude <1.5%) was validated using signals supplied by a
patient simulator. SpO2 and pusle rate values were varied across
the monitoring range including weak signal conditions and
compared to the known true saturation and pulse rate of the input
signals.

Specifications
Table 13: Tone Definition
Audible Indicator Parameter Value

Alarm Silence Volume level Not changeable
Reminder
Pitch (±30 Hz) 784 Hz
Pulse width (±20 msec) 150 msec
Pulse repetition interval 150 msec
(±20 msec) (double burst)
Repetitions 3
Confirmation of Volume level Not changeable
Button Pressed
Repetitions 3
High Priority Alarm Volume level Adjustable alarm
volume
Pulse width (±20 msec) Nellcor = 255
msec
IAW IEC 60601-
1-8 = 120 msec
IAW EN 475 =
150 msec
Pulse repetition interval Nellcor = 320
(±20 msec) (double burst) msec
IAW IEC 60601-
1-8 = 6940 msec
IAW EN 475 =
7500 msec
Repetitions Continually
Invalid Button Press Volume level Not changeable
Pulse repetition interval N/A
Repetitions 1
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Specifications
Table 13: Tone Definition (Continued)

Low Priority Alarm Volume level Adjustable alarm
volume
Medium Priority Volume level Adjustable alarm
Alarm volume
Pulse width (±20 msec) Nellcor = N/A
IAW IEC 60601-
1-8 = 160 msec
IAW EN 475 =
200 msec
Pulse repetition interval Nellcor = N/A
IAW IEC 60601-
1-8 = 7600 msec
IAW EN 475 =
20000 msec
POST Pass Volume level Not changeable
Repetitions 1
Pulse Beep Volume level Adjustable
Pitch (±30 Hz) 296 Hz to 662 Hz
(varies with
saturation)
(msec ±20 msec) (double
burst)
Repetitions 1

Specifications
Table 13: Tone Definition (Continued)

Valid Button Press Volume level Not changeable
Repetitions 1
Volume Setting Volume level Adjustable alarm
volume
Pulse width (±20 msec) Infinite
Repetitions N/A
Electrical
Instrument
Power Requirements 100 to 240 volts AC, 25 to 39 volt/amps to be
compliant with IEC 60601-1 sub-clause 10.2.2
Fuses qty 2, 2 A, 250 volts, slow-blow, IEC (5 x 20 mm)
Battery
The battery provides at least eight hours of battery life when new and fully charged
with no alarms, no serial data, while using a pulse simulator set for 60 bpm, high
light and low modulation.
Type Nickel metal hydride
Voltage 9.6 Volts DC, 3.8 AH
Recharge 6 hours
Shelf Life 2 months, new, fully charged battery
After 2 months storage the N-560 will run for 50% of stated
battery life
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Specifications
Battery
Complies 91/157/EEC
With
Sensors
Electrical/Optical Nellcor Pulse oximetry sensors contain light emitting diodes
Specifications (LEDs) that emit red (~660 nm) and infrared (~900 nm) light,
with a total optical output power of less than 15 mW. This
information of sensor wavelength range can be especially
useful to clinicians, for example, those performing
photodynamic therapy.
Environmental Conditions
Operation
Temperature 50 ºF to 113 ºF (10 ºC to 45 ºC)
Altitude/Barometric Pressure -390 m to 3,012 m
(-1,280 ft. to 9,882 ft.)
70 kPa to 106 kPa
(20.6 in. Hg to 31.3 in. Hg)
Relative Humidity 15% to 95% non-condensing to be compliant
with IEC 60601-1, sub-clause 44.5
Transport and Storage (not in shipping container)

Temperature -4 ºF to 140 ºF (-20 ºC to 60 ºC)
(-1,280 ft. to 18,288 ft.)
50 kPa to 106 kPa
(14 in. Hg to 31.3 in. Hg)
Relative Humidity 15% to 95% non-condensing over temperature
range of -4 ºF to 140 ºF (-20 ºC to 60 ºC )
Transport and Storage (in shipping container)

Temperature -4 ºF to 158 ºF (-20 ºC to 70 ºC)
(-1,280 ft. to 18,288 ft.)
50 kPa to 106 kPa
(14 in. Hg to 31.3 in. Hg)

Specifications
Transport and Storage (in shipping container)

Relative Humidity 15% to 95% non -condensing
Sensor Power Dissipation

Sensor Dissipation
O XIMAX MAX-N 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-I 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-P 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-A 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-AL 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-R 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Oxiband OXI-A/N 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Oxiband OXI-P/I 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Durasensor DS-100A 52.5 mW
O XIMAX OxiCliq P 52.5 mW
O XIMAX OxiCliq N 52.5 mW
O XIMAX OxiCliq I 52.5 mW
O XIMAX OxiCliq A 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Dura-Y D-YS 52.5 mW
O XIMAX MAX-FAST 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Softcare SC-PR 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Softcare SC-NEO 52.5 mW
O XIMAX Softcare SC-A 52.5 mW
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Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Weight 3.07 lbs. (1.39 kg) without pole mount

Dimensions 2.95 " (H) × 9.06 " (W) × 5.04" (D)
(75 mm (H) × 230 mm (W) × 128 mm (D)
Compliance
Item Standard Description

Quality System EN ISO 13485: 2000, Quality system — Medical
ISO 13485: 1996 Devices, Particular Requirements
for application of ISO 9001: 2000
EC Directive 93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive
(Europe + Int.)
FDA Guidance FDA RG (Nov. 1993) Reviewers Guide for Premarket
Notification Submission
Safety — EC EN 60601-1: 1995 General Rqmts for Safety, Medical
Equipment
Safety — USA UL 60601-1: 2003 Safety — Medical Electrical
System
Safety — Canada CSA C22.2 No 601,1- Safety — Medical Electrical Sys,
M90: 1998 Requires NRTL Listing
Electric Shock EN 60601-1 Class I or Internally powered
Classification (Battery mode), Type BF Applied
part
Protection against EN 60601-1 IPX1
Water
Classification
Mode of EN 60601-1 Continuous Operation
Operation
Classification
Flammable EN 60601-1 Equipment not suitable
Anaesthetic
Classification

Specifications
Item Standard Description

Safety ISO 9919: 2005(E) Particular requirements for the
basic safety and essential
performance of pulse oximeter
equipment for medical use
EMC EN 60601-1-2 Medical Electric Equipment,
Collateral Standard: EMC-
Requirements and Test, 2nd
Edition, 2001
EMC EN 55011, Class B/ EMC Disturbance Characteristics
Group 1 — Limits and Methods of
Measurement, Industrial Scientific
and Medical (ISM) RF
Equipment, Edition 3.1,1999-08
Safety Alarms EN 60601-1-8: 2004 General Application of Alarms in
Medical Electric Equipment
Front panel and IEC 60878, EN 980,
case labeling ISO 7000, EN 60417-1,
EN 60417-2
Button spacing ISO 7250
Year of EN 980
manufacture
symbol
Operation during IEC 60068-2-27
physical shock
Operation during IEC 60068-2-6, IEC
vibration 60068-2-34
Manufacturer’s Declaration
This product complies with EN/IEC60601-1-2:2001.
WARNING: The use of accessories, sensors, and cables other than those
specified may result in increased emission and/or create invalid readings
of the N-560.
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Table 14: Cable Compliance

Cables Comply With:
• RF emissions, EN 55011, Class B/Group 1
• EN 60601-1-2; 2001
Cables and OxiMax Sensors Maximum Length
OxiCliq-OC-3 cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)
DOC-10 pulse oximeter cable 10 ft. 10 in. (3.3 m)
Software download cable, RS-232 serial, 15 to 9 pin “D” 10 ft. (3 m)
Non-terminated cable, RS-232/Analog, 15 pin “D” 3.3 ft. (1 m)
Oxinet hardwire cable 10 ft. (3 m)
Printer cable, RS-232, 15 to 9 pin “D” 10 ft. (3 m)
Oxinet II data cable 10 ft. (3 m)
HP Agilent interface cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)
GE Marquette interface cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)
Datex-Ohmeda interface cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)
MAX-FAST sensor 30 in. (76.2 cm)
MAX-A sensor 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
MAX-AL sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
MAX-I sensor 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
MAX-N sensor 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
MAX-P sensor 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
MAX-R sensor 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
SC-PR sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
SC-NEO sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
SC-A sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
DS-100A sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
OXI-A/N sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
OXI-P/I sensor 3 ft. (0.9 m)
D-YS sensor 4 ft. (1.2 m)
D-YSE sensor 4 ft. (1.2 m)
D-YSPD sensor 4 ft. (1.2 m)

Specifications
Table 15: Electromagnetic Emissions

The N-560 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the N-560 should assure that it is used in such an
environment
Emission Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment —

Guidance
RF emissions Group 1 The N-560 uses RF energy only for its
CISPR 11 internal function. Therefore, its RF
emissions are very low and are not likely
to cause any interference in nearby
electronic equipment.
RF emissions Class B The N-560 is suitable for use in
CISPR 11 establishments, including diagnostic
establishments and those directly
Harmonic Emissions Class D connected to the public low-voltage
IEC 61000-3-2 power supply network that supplies
Voltage fluctuations/ Complies buildings used for domestic purposes.
flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
Table 16: Electromagnetic Immunity

The customer or user of the N-560 should assure that it is used in such an
environment.
IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic

Immunity Test Test Level Level Environment —
Guidance
Electrostatic ±6 kV contact Complies Floors should be wood,
discharge (ESD) concrete or ceramic tile.
±8 kV air If floors are covered
IEC 61000-4-2 with synthetic material,
the relative humidity
should be at least 30%.
Electrical fast ±2 kV power Complies Mains power should be
transient/burst supply lines that of a typical
IEC 61000-4-4 commercial or hospital
±1 kV for environment.
input/output
lines
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environment.
IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic

Immunity Test Test Level Level Environment —
Guidance
Surge ±1 kV Complies Mains power quality
differential should be that of a
IEC 61000-4-5 mode typical commercial or
hospital environment.
±2 kV common
mode
Voltage dips, short <5% T (95%
U Complies Mains power quality
interruptions and dip in T) for
U should be that of a
voltage variations 0.5 cycle typical commercial or
on power supply hospital environment. If
input lines 40% T (60%
U Complies the user of the N-560
dip in T) for 5
U requires continued
IEC 61000-4-11 cycles operation during power
mains interruptions, it is
70% T (30%
U Complies recommended that the
dip in T) for
U N-560 be powered from
25 cycles an uninterruptible
power supply or battery.
<5% T (>95%
U Complies
dip in T) for 5
U
seconds
Power frequency 3 A/m Complies Power frequency
(50/60 Hz) magnetic fields should
magnetic field be at levels
characteristic of a
IEC 61000-4-8 typical location in a
typical commercial or
hospital environment.
Note: U
T is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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environment.
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic

Test Level Level Environment — Guidance
Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms Portable and mobile RF
communications equipment
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHZ to should be used no closer to
80 MHz any part of the N-560,
including cables, than the
Radiated RF 3 V/m 3 V/m recommended separation
distance calculated from the
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to equation applicable to the
2.5 GHz frequency of the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
where is the maximum output power rating of
P
the transmitter in watts (W) according to the

transmitter manufacturer and d is the
recommended separation distance in meters (m).
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as
determined by an electromagnetic site survey, a
should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. b
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with this
symbol:
Note 1: At 80 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic

propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures,
objects and people.
a Field strength from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/
cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio
broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To
assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an
electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in
which the N-560 is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the
N-560 should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is
observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating
the N-560.
b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strength should be less than
3 V/m.
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Table 18: Recommended Separation Distances Between

Portable and Mobile RF Communication Equipment and the
N-560
The N-560 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated
RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the N-560 can help
prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between
portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the N-560
as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the
communications equipment.
Separation Distance according to Frequency of
Transmitter
Rated Maximum m
Output Power of
the Transmitter 150 kHz to 80 80 MHz to 800 800 MHz to 2.5
W MHz MHz GHz
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23

0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the
recommended separation distance in meters (m) can be estimated using the
d
equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where is the maximum

P
output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer.
Note 1: At 80 MHz to 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher
frequency range applies.
Note 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic

propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures,
objects and people.

Specifications
Safety Tests
Ground Integrity
100 milliohms or less
Earth Leakage Current
AC Line AC Line Neutral IEC 60601-1,

Polarity Cord Line Cord AAMI/ UL 2601-1
ANSI-ES1
Normal Closed Closed 500 µA 300 µA
Reversed Closed Closed 500 µA 300 µA
Normal Open Closed 1000 µA 500 µA
Normal Closed Open 1000 µA 500 µA
Enclosure Leakage Current
AC Line Neutral Line Power Line UL 2601-1,

Polarity Cord Ground IEC 60601-1 AAMI/
Cord ANSI-ES1
Normal Closed Open 500 µA 300 µA*
Reversed Open Closed 500 µA 300 µA*
Reversed Closed Open 500 µA 300 µA
* = AAMI/ANSI-ES1 does not include opening line conductor.
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Patient Risk Applied Current
AC Line Neutral Line Power Line IEC 60601-1, AAMI/

Polarity Cord Ground UL 2601-1 ANSI-ES1
Cord
Normal Closed Open 500 µA 50 µA
Reversed Open Closed 500 µA 50 µA
Reversed Closed Open 500 µA 50 µA
Patient Isolation Risk Current
AC Line Neutral Line Power Line IEC 60601-1, AAMI/

Polarity Cord Ground UL 2601-1 ANSI-ES1
Cord
Normal Closed Closed 5 mA 50 µA
Reversed Closed Closed 5 mA 50 µA

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Data Port Interface P rotocol
Data Port Interface Protocol
Introduction
The data port, located at the rear of the N-560, provides interfacing
capabilities for:
• printing N-560 data
• displaying N-560 data on a computer
Enabling The Data Port
Protocol
The data port supports two communication protocols:
• Option 1 = real-time ASCII for printouts
• Option 2 = enables communication with the external equipment.
Refer to the external equipment documentation for the interface
procedures.
Menu item 5 allows the user to choose between the communication protocols.
To access menu item 5:
1. Disconnect the sensor cable.
2. Press both the SpO2 Alarm Limit and Pulse Rate Alarm Limit buttons
simultaneously for three seconds.
3. Press the Adjust Up button until menu item 5 is displayed.

Data P ort Interface Protocol
4. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to select option 5.
5. Select protocol 1 or 2 by pressing Adjust Up or Adjust Down button.
6. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the selection.
Baud Rate
Menu item 4 is used to select baud rate. To access menu item 4:

1. Disconnect the sensor cable.
2. Press both the SpO2 Alarm Limit and Pulse Rate Alarm Limit buttons
simultaneously for 3 seconds.
3. Press the Adjust Up button until menu item 4 is displayed.
4. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to select option 4.
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5. Select baud rate by pressing Adjust Up or Adjust Down button (2400,

9600, or 19200 [default]).
6. Press the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button to set the selection.
Connecting To The Data Port
Data is transmitted in the RS-232 and RS-422 formats. RS-232 data can be
transmitted a maximum of 25 feet (7.62 meters). The RS-422 data can be
transmitted a maximum of 4,000 feet (1,219.2 meters). The pin outs for the
data port are listed in Table 19.
TXD+ and TXD- are the differential transmit data pair. RXD+ and RXD- are
the differential receive pair.
Table 19: Data Port Pinouts
Pin Signal Name

1 RXD+ (RS-422 positive input)
2 RXD (RS-232 input)
3 TXD (RS-232 output)
4 TXD+ (RS-422 positive output) (-5 to -12 VDC with no audible
alarm, 5 to 12 VDC with audible alarm)
5 Signal Ground (isolated from Earth Ground)
6 NC (No connection)
7 Normally Open (N.O. with no audible alarm), dry contact for Nurse
Call
8 Normally Closed (N.C. with no audible alarm), dry contact for
Nurse Call)
9 RXD- (RS-422 negative output)

Table 19: Data Port Pinouts (Continued)
Pin Signal Name

10 Signal Ground
11 Nurse Call (RS-232 level output)
12 TXD- (RS-422 negative output) (-5 to -12 VDC with no audible
alarm, 5 to 12 VDC with audible alarm)
13 NC
14 NC
15 Nurse Call Common for Dry Contacts
The pin layouts are illustrated in Figure 44. The conductive shell is used as
earth ground. An AMP connector is used to connect to the data port. Use
AMP connector (AMP P/N 747538-1), ferrule (AMP P/N 1-747579-2) and
compatible pins (AMP P/N 66570-2). The serial cable must have a braided
shield providing 100% coverage, such as Beldon cable (Beldon P/N 9616) or
equivalent. Connectors at both ends of the serial cable must have the shield
terminated to the full 360 degrees of the connector's metal shell.
CAUTION: Do not create sharp bends in the cable; this may tear or
break the shield.
Figure 44: Data Port Pin Layout
Pins 2, 3, and 5 provide data in RS-232 format.

Pins 1, 4, 9, and 12 provide data in RS-422 format.
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Nurse Call Polarity Settings
Nurse Call Polarity Alarm State Voltage at pins

10 to 11
Normally High No alarm or Alarms Silenced 5 to 12 VDC
Audible Alarm -5 to -12 VDC
Normally Low No alarm or Alarms Silenced -5 to -12 VDC
Audible Alarm 5 to 12 VDC
Nurse Call Relay Pin States
Pin No Alarm or Audible Alarm N-560 Turned

Alarm Silenced Off
7 N.O. Open Closed Closed
8 N.C. Closed Open Open
Nurse Call Relay Rating
Maximum input voltage 30 VAC or 30 VDC

Load current 12 mA continuous (peak 300 mA at 100 msec)
Minimum resistance 26.5 ohms to 50 ohms (40.5 ohms typical during
alarms
Ground reference isolated ground
Electrical isolation 1,500 V

Real-Time Printout
When a real-time printout is being transmitted, a new line of data is printed
every two seconds. Every 25th line will be a Column Heading line. A Column
Heading line will also be printed any time a value in the Column Heading line
is changed. A real-time printout is shown in Figure 45.
Note: Printouts are available only if the N-560 is running on AC power.
Figure 45: Real-Time Printout
Column Heading
To explain the printout, it will be necessary to break it down to its key

components. The first three lines of the chart are the Column Heading shown
above. Every 25th line will be a Column Heading. A Column Heading is also
printed whenever a value of the Column Heading is changed. There are three
Column Heading lines shown in Figure 45. Using the top row as the starting
point there are 25 lines before the second Column Heading is printed. The
third Column Heading was printed because the SpO2 limits changed from
85-100% to 80-100%.
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Printout Source
Data in the highlighted box above represents the source of the printout, in this
case, the N-560.
Software Revision Level
The next data field tells the user the software level (Version 1.0.0.0) and a
software verification number (CRC XXXX). Neither of these numbers should
change during normal operation. The numbers will change if the N-560 is
serviced and receives a software upgrade.
Alarm Limits
The last data field in the top line indicates the upper and the lower alarm
limits for %SpO2, the pulse rate (PR), and the SatSeconds alarm limit. In the
example above, the low alarm limit for SpO2 is 85% and the upper alarm limit
is 100%. Pulse rate alarm limits are 40 bpm (lower) and 170 bpm (upper). The
SatSeconds alarm limit is set to Off (0 sec.).
Column Headings

Actual column headings are in the third row of the Column Heading line.
Patient data, from left to right, are the time that the chart was printed, the
current %SpO2 value being measured, the current pulse rate in beats per
minute (bpm), the current Pulse Amplitude (PA), and the operating status of
the N-560.
Time Tag
Time Tag represents a real-time clock in: Day, Month, Year, and 24-hour
clock. The clock is maintained by either AC or battery power.
Patient Data
Patient data and the operating status of the N-560 are highlighted in the
patient data display. Parameter values are displayed directly beneath the
heading for each parameter. In this example, the %SpO2 is 100 and the pulse
rate (PR) is 190 beats per minute. The asterisk (*) next to the 190 indicates
that 190 beats per minute is outside of the alarm limits, indicated at the
far-right end in the top row, for pulse rate. If no data for a parameter is
available, three dashes (- - -) will be displayed in the printout.
The number under PA is an indication of pulse amplitude. The number can
range from 0 to 254 and will typically range around 45. There are no alarm
parameters for this value. It can be used for trending information and indicates
a change in pulse volume, pulse strength, or circulation.
Operating Status
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The Status column indicates alarm conditions and operating status of the
N-560. The PH in this example indicates a Pulse Rate Upper alarm. The
Status column can have as many as four codes displayed in one line of data.
The status codes are listed in Table 20.
Table 20: Status Codes
Code Meaning
AO Alarm Off
AS Alarm Silence
BU Battery in Use
LB Low Battery
LM Loss of Pulse with Interference
LP Loss of Pulse
MO Interference
PH Pulse Rate Upper Limit Alarm
PL Pulse Rate Lower Limit Alarm
PS Pulse Search
SD Sensor Disconnect
SH Saturation Upper Limit Alarm
SL Saturation Lower Limit Alarm
--- No Data Available
* Alarm Parameter Being Violated
Note:A Sensor Disconnect will also cause three dashes (- - -) to be displayed

in the patient data section of the printout.

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Technical Discussion
Oximetry Overview
The N-560 Pulse Oximeter measures functional oxygen saturation by
measuring the light absorption of tissue, bone, and blood during the pulsatile
cycle. Red and infrared sensor LED’s are used as light sources. A photodiode,
acting as a photodetector, senses each received wavelength of light; namely,
incident light less the amount absorbed by tissue, for both the red and infrared
channels. It also feeds corresponding electrical signals from the sensor to the
N-560. These signals are then processed by the N-560 software engine to
produce SpO2 and pulse rate data. Bone, tissue, pigmentation, and venous
vessels normally absorb a constant amount of light over time. The arteriolar
bed normally pulsates and absorbs variable amounts of light during the
pulsations. The ratio of light absorbed is translated into a measurement of
functional oxygen saturation (SpO2).
Because a measurement of SpO2 is dependent upon light from the sensor,
excessive ambient light can interfere with this measurement.
Specific information about ambient conditions, sensor application, and patient
conditions is contained throughout this manual.
Pulse oximetry is based on two principles: that oxyhemoglobin and
deoxyhemoglobin differ in their absorption of red and infrared light (i.e.,
spectrophotometry), and that the volume of arterial blood in tissue (and hence,
light absorption by that blood) changes during the pulse (i.e.,
plethysmography). A pulse oximeter determines SpO2 by passing red and
infrared light into an arteriolar bed and measuring changes in light absorption
during the pulsatile cycle. Red and infrared low-voltage light-emitting diodes
(LED) in the oximetry sensor serve as light sources; a photodiode serves as
the photo detector.
Because oxyhemoglobin and deoxyhemoglobin differ in light absorption, the
amount of red and infrared light absorbed by blood is related to hemoglobin
oxygen saturation. To identify the oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin,
the N-560 uses the pulsatile nature of arterial flow. During systole, a new
pulse of arterial blood enters the vascular bed, and blood volume and light
absorption increase. During diastole, blood volume and light absorption reach
their lowest point. The N-560 bases its SpO2 measurements on the difference
between maximum and minimum absorption (i.e., measurements at systole
and diastole). By doing so, it focuses on light absorption by pulsatile arterial
blood, eliminating the effects of nonpulsatile absorbers such as tissue, bone,
and venous blood.

Automatic Calibration
Because light absorption by hemoglobin is wavelength dependent and
because the mean wavelength of LEDs varies, an oximeter must know the
mean wavelength of the sensor's red LED to accurately measure SpO2. During
manufacturing, the mean wavelength of the red LED is encoded in the sensor.
During monitoring, the N-560's software uses the coefficients that are
appropriate for the wavelength of that individual sensor's red LED; these
coefficients are then used to determine SpO2. The N-560’s software obtains
coefficients when the N-560 is turned on, periodically thereafter, and each
time a new sensor is connected.
Additionally, to compensate for differences in tissue thickness, the light
intensity of the sensor's LEDs is adjusted automatically.
Functional Versus Fractional Saturation

This N-560 measures functional saturation -- oxygenated hemoglobin
expressed as a percentage of the hemoglobin that can transport oxygen. It
does not detect significant amounts of dysfunctional hemoglobin, such as
carboxyhemoglobin or methemoglobin. In contrast, hemoximeters such as the
IL482 report fractional saturation -- oxygenated hemoglobin expressed as a
percentage of all measured hemoglobin, including measured dysfunctional
hemoglobins. To compare functional saturation measurements to those from
an instrument that measures fractional saturation, fractional measurements
must be converted as follows:
fractional saturation
functional saturation = x 100
100 - (% carboxyhemoglobin + % methemoglobin )
Measured versus Calculated Saturation

When saturation is calculated from a blood gas partial pressure of oxygen
(PO2), the calculated value may differ from the SpO2 measurement of a pulse
oximeter. This usually occurs because the calculated saturation was not
appropriately corrected for the effects of variables that shift the relationship
between PO2 and pH, temperature, the partial pressure of carbon dioxide
(PCO2), 2,3-DPG, and fetal hemoglobin. See Figure 46.
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Figure 46: Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve
SatSeconds Alarm Management

The N-560 utilizes Nellcor’s SatSeconds alarm management technique.
SatSeconds is a function of the software within the N-560. With the
SatSeconds technique, upper and lower alarm limits are set in the same way as
traditional alarm management. The clinician also sets a SatSeconds limit that
allows monitoring of %SpO2 below the selected lower alarm limit for a period
of time before an audible alarm sounds. Refer to the N-560 Operator's manual
for managing SatSeconds.
Signal Processing
The N-560 takes advantage of increased microprocessing power with
advanced mathematical algorithms. OXIMAX advanced signal processing
allows the N-560 to provide accurate saturation and pulse rate values, even
during difficult monitoring conditions of low perfusion and signal
interference.
Interference is a term that was formally introduced in ISO9919.2005,
“Medical electrical equipment — Particular requirements for the basic safety
and essential performance of pulse oximeter equipment for medical use”.
Interference may arise from a number of sources, alone or in combination,
and the term refers to the effects on the incoming red and IR signals caused by
physiological conditions, medical procedures, or external agents. The effect

of interference on a pulse oximeter is due only to the amount of interference,

and is generally non-discriminatory as to its source. Interference may or may
not affect the accuracy of measurements, depending upon its severity, nature,
or duration. Factors which may result in interference include but is not limited
to:
• incorrect sensor application:
– sensor placement on an extremity with a blood pressure cuff,
arterial catheter, or intravascular line
– sensor applied too tightly
– incorrect sensor for placement site
• intravascular dyes, such as indocyanine green or methylene
blue
• externally applied coloring agents, such as nail polish, dye, or
pigmented cream
• failure to cover the sensor with opaque material in high ambient light
conditions, e.g., conditions created from one or more of the following
sources:
– surgical lights, especially xenon light sources
– bilirubin lamps
– fluorescent lights
– infrared heating lamps
– direct sunlight
• physical movement, either patient or imposed activity
• venous pulsation
• dysfunctional hemoglobin
• low perfusion
• intermittent pulsatility or arrhythythmia
• electromagnetic interference (EMI)
• ventilator-induced pressure changes
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OXIMAX Technology
The N-560 is designed to use Nellcor brand sensors containing OXIMAX

technology. These sensors can be identified by their deep blue plug color. All
OXIMAX sensors contain a memory chip carrying information about the sensor
which the oximeter needs for correct operation, including the sensor’s
calibration data, model type, troubleshooting codes, and error detection data.
This unique oximetry architecture enables several new features with the
N-560.
When an OXIMAX sensor is connected to the N-560, the N-560 will first read
the information in the sensor memory chip, check it to make sure that there
are no errors, and then load the data to begin monitoring. As the N-560 reads
the information, it flashes the sensor model number on its display. This
process only takes a couple of seconds. Once the reading process is complete,
the sensor model number will stop flashing on the display, and then the N-560
will begin monitoring. The sensor model number disappears once the N-560
starts tracking the patient’s SpO2 and pulse rate.
Monitors containing OXIMAX technology, including the N-560, use calibration
data contained in the sensor in calculating the patient’s SpO2. By having the
calibration in the sensor, rather than the N-560, Nellcor is able to improve the
published accuracy of many sensors, because the calibration coefficients can
be tailored to each sensor. Consult the accuracy card included with the N-560
for specific accuracy information for the N-560 with different Nellcor
sensors.
The N-560 uses the information in the OXIMAX sensor to tailor troubleshooting
messages for the clinician. The sensor contains coding that tells the N-560
what kind of sensor is being used. When deciding what messages to display,
the N-560 takes into account the sensor type and recommended patient site for
that model sensor. The N-560 OXIMAX system therefore has an intelligent
troubleshooting system.
NELL-3 Interface
The NELL-3 interfaces with the N-560 through two connections. Figure 47
illustrates the interconnection, and Table 21 and Table 22 identify the signals.

Figure 47: NELL-3 Interface
Table 21: NELL-3 J1 Pinouts

Pin Signal
1 DETECTOR (+)
2 DIGICAL Ground
3 DIGICAL 1-wire interface
4 DETECTOR (-)
5 Inner Shield Ground
6 No connection
7 LED (-)
8 No connection
9 LED (+)
10 Outer Shield Ground
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Table 22: NELL-3 J2 Pinouts

Pin Signal
1 C-LOCK Input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Reset Input
5 Ground
6 +12 V Power Input
7 Analog Output
8 TX Transmit data output from NELL-3
9 RX Receive data input to NELL-3
10 +5 V Analog Power Input
11 CTS (Clear to Send) input to NELL-3
12 Ground
13 +5 V Digital Power input
14 Ground
Circuit Analysis
The following paragraphs discuss the operation of each of the printed circuit
boards within the N-560 pulse oximeter. (Refer to the appropriate schematic
diagram at the end of this section, as necessary).

Block Diagram Theory
Figure 48: Block Diagram

The N-560 functional block diagram is shown in Figure 48. Most of the
functions of the N-560 are performed on the Main PCB. Functions on the
Main PCB include the SpO2 module, MCU, and Memory. Other key
components of the N-560 are the Power Supply, the Front Panel PCB.
Contained on the Front Panel are annunciators and push buttons, allowing the
user to access information and to select various available parameters. The
Front Panel PCB contains SpO2, heart rate, and Pulse Amplitude indicator
LEDs and SatSeconds Display LEDs. Their associated driver circuits are
included in the Main PCB.
AC Input
The N-560 allows the user to connect the N-560 to AC power ranging from
100 volts AC to 240 volts AC.
AC power enters directly the N-560’s Power Supply. A 2-amp fuse protects
both the “Line” and “Neutral” lines. These user-non accessible fuses are
located in a fuse drawer, which is part of the Power Supply located in the
N-560.
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Power Supply PCB Theory Of Operation

The N-560 uses a switch mode power supply. This Power Supply provides the
DC power needed to charge the battery and to power the Main PCB.
Electromagnetic Static Discharge (ESD) protection is also provided by the
power supply.
AC power is passed through a step-down transformer. The transformer’s
secondary winding is fused with two 2.0-amp fuse. If a short circuit occurs in
the DC circuitry, these fuses prevent the transformer from overheating. The
output of the transformer varies, depending on load and input. High frequency
noise from the AC line and from the Main PCB is filtered by R1 and C1
before passing through the bridge rectifier.
The bridge rectifier provides the DC power used in the N-560. The positive
output is the MAIN_DC of 14 volts DC. This positive voltage is used for the
battery circuit and to power the Main PCB.
Battery
A nickel metal hydride battery is used in the N-560. It is rated at 9.6 volts DC,
3.8 amp hours. When new and fully charged, the battery will operate the
N-560 for eight hours. A new battery will last 15 minutes from the time the
low battery alarm is declared until the N-560 is shut down due to battery
depletion.
The battery can withstand 400 charge/discharge cycles. Recharging the
battery to full capacity takes 6 hours.
Changing from AC to battery power does not interrupt the normal monitoring
operation of the N-560. When the N-560 is running on battery power, the data
port will be turned off.
Main PCB
The Main PCB is the heart of the N-560. All functions except the unregulated
DC power supply, display, and keypad reside on the main PCB. The
following text covers the key circuits of the main PCB.

Regulated DC Power Supply

The Main PCB receives the MAIN_DC unregulated voltage of 14 volts DC
from the power supply, or 9.6 volts DC from the internal battery.
The power supply on the Main PCB generates +5 and +12 volts DC.
Controlling Hardware
There is one microprocessor on the Main PCB, a Microchip Technology
PIC17C756A.
CPU
The PIC17C756A is the main controller of the N-560. The PIC17C756A
controls the front panel display, data storage, N-560 status, sound generation,
monitor, and controls the N-560's power. The PIC17C756A also controls data
port communication and communicates with the NELL-3 SpO2 Module.
Battery voltage is checked periodically by the processor. If the processor
determines that the battery voltage is below 8.9 ± 0.2 volts DC, a low battery
alarm is declared by the CPU. If battery voltage on the Main PCB is measured
below 8.2 ± 0.2 volts DC, the N-560 will automatically turn off. The user will
be unable to begin monitoring a patient if the battery voltage remains below
this point. If either event occurs, plug the N-560 into an AC source for 6 hours
to allow the battery to fully charge.
The PIC17C756A also controls a set of dry contacts provided by a relay on
the Main PCB. The relay will function normally on AC power or on internal
battery power.
When the CPU sends a tone request, three items are used to determine the
tone that is sent to the speaker. First, pulse tones change with the %SpO2
value being measured. The pulse beep tone will rise and fall with the
measured %SpO2 value. Second, three levels of alarms, each with its own
tone, can occur: high, medium, and low priority. Third, the volume of the
alarm is user adjustable. Alarm volume can be adjusted from level 1 to level
10, with level 10 being the highest volume.
The PIC17C756 controls the display driver and the buttons. By pressing any
of seven keys on the keypad the operator can access various functions of the
N-560. The PIC17C756A will recognize the keystroke and change the display
as required. Any changes made by the operator (such as: alarm limits, pulse
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beep volume) are used by the N-560 until it is turned off. Default values will
be restored when the N-560 is turned back on.
Patient Data is stored by the N-560 and can be downloaded to a printer
through the data port provided on the back of the N-560. An in-depth
discussion of the data port is covered in the on
Data Port Interface Protocol
page 95.
Charging Circuits
The power supply will charge the battery any time the N-560 is connected to
AC power. The voltage applied to the battery is 14 ±0.15 volts DC.
Real-Time Clock (RTC)

Real time is counted by the DS1307 Real-Time Clock. As long as lithium
battery power or AC power is available, the N-560 will keep time. If the
lithium battery is removed, the time clock must be reset.
Storage of Patient Data

Whenever the N-560 is turned on, it stores a “data point” in memory every
four seconds (regardless of whether the N-560 is monitoring a patient or not).
Alarm limit changes will also be stored in trend data. The N-560 can store up
to 24 hours of trend data. There are no limitations on displaying or printing
data.
The N-560 trend data will be lost if the battery fails or is removed.
CAUTION : Changing alarm limit settings uses up trend memory space.
Change alarm limits only as needed.
Note: Trend memory always contains the MOST RECENT 24 hours of
data, with newly collected data over-writing the oldest data on a rolling basis.
The N-560 continues to record data points as long as the N-560 is powered on,
with “blank” data points collected if no sensor is connected to the N-560 or
patient. “Blank” data will over-write older patient data if the memory
becomes full. Therefore, if you want to save old patient data, it is important
that you turn your N-560 off when you are not monitoring a patient before it
fills up and over-writes the old data with new data (or “blank” data).

Front Panel PCB and Controls
Front Panel Display
Visual patient data and N-560 status are provided by the Front Panel Display.
At power up, all indicators are illuminated to allow verification of their proper
operation.
There are two sets of three, 7-segment displays. One set displays %SpO2 and
the other displays pulse rate. A decimal point immediately to the right of
either display indicates that an alarm limit for that parameter is no longer set
at the power-on default value.
Between the two sets of 7-segment displays is a 10-segment Pulse
Amplitude indicator. The Pulse Amplitude indicator illuminates with each
pulse beat. The number of segments illuminated indicates the relative signal
strength of the pulse beat. A tone will accompany each pulse beat. The sound
of the tone changes pitch with the %SpO2 level being measured.
Below the 10-segment Pulse Amplitude indicator is a 8-segment display.
The 8-segment display illuminates with SatSecond values. The first segment
of the 8-segment display indicates the SatSecond alarm on/off. The number of
segments illuminated indicates the relative values of the SatSecond.
Seven LEDs and icons are also located on the Front Panel Display part. An
LED illuminated next to an icon indicates a function that is active. Functions
indicated by the LEDs are AC/Battery Charging, Low Battery, Alarm Silence,
Interference, Pulse Search, Sensor Off, and Sensor Message.
Button Interface
The Button Interface is mounted as part of Front Panel PCB. Seven keys
allow the operator to access different functions of the N-560.
These keys allow the user to select and adjust the alarm limits, cycle power to
the N-560, and silence the alarm. Alarm volume and alarm silence duration
can also be adjusted via the keypad. A number of other functions can be
accessed by pressing the SatSeconds Alarm Limit button and Pulse Rate
Alarm Limit button simultaneously and then selecting the desired option with
the Adjust Up or Adjust Down button. These functions are discussed in
greater detail in Audible Alarm Settings and Service Functions on page 29.
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Figure 49: Main PCB Battery Charger Schematic Diagram

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Figure 50: Main PCB Isolation for NELL-3 Schematic

Diagram

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Figure 51: Main PCB Isolation for External Interface

Schematic Diagram

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Figure 52: Main PCB DC Battery Input and DC/DC Converter

Schematic Diagram

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Figure 53: Main PCB Interface and Speaker Control

Schematic Diagram

126
Figure 54: Main PCB MCU and Storage Control Schematic

Diagram

128
Figure 55: Main PCB Parts Locator Diagram

130
Figure 56: Front Panel PCB 7-Segment Display Schematic

Diagram

132
Figure 57: Front Panel PCB LED Display and Buttons

Schematic Diagram

134
Figure 58: Front Panel PCB Interface and LED Drivers

Schematic Diagram

136
Figure 59: Front Panel Parts Locator Diagram

138
Figure 60: Power Supply Schematic Diagram

140
Figure 61: Power Supply Parts Locator Diagram

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Index
Symbols D
--- 103 data port interface protocol 95
* 103 data port problems 49
description of N-560 pulse oximeter 2
A disassembly guide 53
display/alarms problems 47
AC input theory 112
accessing menu items 33 E
accessories 71
alarm limit ranges 11 earth leakage current 26
alarm off 103 enabling the data port 95
alarm parameter being violated 103 enclosure leakage current 26
alarm silence 103 equipment needed 7
alarm silence duration 30 equipotential terminal removal 68
alarm silence state 30 error codes 49
alarm volume 30 exploded view 73
alarm volume control 18
AO 103 F
AS 103
audible alarm settings 29 fan removal 64
automatic calibration 106 front panel 3
front panel display theory 116
B front panel PCB and controls theory 116
functional checks 5
battery 6 functional versus fractional saturation 106
battery charge 8
battery in use 103 G
battery removal 66
battery theory 113 ground integrity 26
baud rate 96
block diagram 112 H
block diagram theory 112
BU 103 hospital type environments 2
button interface theory 116
button problems 46 I
interference, terminology 107
C
cautions 1 L
charging circuits theory 115 LB 103
circuit analysis 111 LED excitation test 16
cleaning 5 LM 103
connecting to the data port 97 loss of pulse 103
controlling hardware theory 114 loss of pulse with interference 103
CPU theory 114 low battery 103
LP 103

Index
periodic safety checks 5

M PH 103
main PCB theory 113 PL 103
manual overview 2 POST 9
measured versus calculated saturation 106 power problems 45
menu item 1 (trend print) 33 power supply PCB theory of operation 113
menu item 10 (save factory default settings as pow- power supply removal 63
er-on default) 38 power-on defaults and alarm limit ranges 11
menu item 11 (alarm silence behavior) 39 power-on self-test 9
menu item 12 (silence) 40 power-up performance 8
menu item 13 (all display off) 40 prior to disassembly 54
menu item 14 (alarm sound style select) 41 problem categories 44
menu item 2 (trend clear) 34 protocol 95
menu item 3 (not used) 34 PS 103
menu item 4 (baud rate) 34 pulse oximetry functional tester 19
menu item 5 (EPP mode) 34 pulse rate lower limit alarm 103
menu item 6 (not used) 35 pulse rate upper limit alarm 103
menu item 7 (not used) 35 pulse search 103
menu item 8 (time settings) 36 pulse tone volume control 19
menu item 9 (save current values as power-on de-
faults) 37 R
menu options 32 real-time clock (RTC) theory 115
MO 103 rear panel 3
Monitor regulated DC power supply 114
accuracy and interference tolerance 79 related documents 4
measurement range 79 removal
battery 66
N equipotential terminal 68
no data available 103 fan 64
power supply 63
repacking in a different carton 77
O repacking in original carton 75
operating replacement level supported 54
altitude 83 replacement parts 71
barometric pressure 83 returning the N-550 75
relative humidity 83 routine maintenance 5
temperature 83
operation with a live subject 17 S
operational performance problems 48 safety checks 5
OxiMAX technology 109 safety tests 26
oximetry overview 105 SatSeconds alarm management 107
oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve 107 saturation lower limit alarm 103
saturation upper limit alarm 103
P schematic diagrams 117
parts list 71 SD 103
patient applied risk current 26 SEN Err 49
patient isolation risk current 26 sensor disconnect 103
performance tests 8 sensor power dissipation 84
performance verification 7 separating cases 54
service functions 29
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Index
service menu options 35 who should perform repairs 43

setting institutional defaults 41
SH 103
signal processing 107
SL 103
spare parts 71
Specifications 79
performance 79
specifications
battery 82
compliance 86
electrical 82
electrical, instrument 82
environmental 83
ground integrity 92
patient isolation risk current 93
patient risk applied current 93
physical 85
safety tests 92
specifications, performance 79
SRC-MAX 19
storage
altitude 83
barometric pressure 83
relative humidity 83
temperature 83
storage of patient data theory 115
T
technical discussion 105
test #1
SpO2 22
test #2
BPM 21
test #3
modulation level 23
test #4
light 25
transport
altitude 83
barometric pressure 83
relative humidity 83
temperature 83
troubleshooting 43
troubleshooting guide 43
W
warnings 1

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Service Manual

N-560 Service Manual i

Operator's Menu Options ..........................................................................................................................32

N-560 Service Manual ii

Repacking in a Different Carton ...............................................................................................................77

N-560 Service Manual iii

Storage of Patient Data .....................................................................................................................115

N-560 Service Manual iv

N-560 Service Manual v

Figure 46: Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve ....................................................................................107

N-560 Service Manual vi

N-560 Service Manual vii

N-560 Service Manual viii

Notes are identified by the Note symbol shown above.

N-560 Service Manual 1

WARNING: Explosion hazard. Do not use the N-560 pulse oximeter in

Description of N-560 Pulse Oximeter

1 — SpO Sensor Port

1 — Data Port Connector 3 — AC Power Connector

N-560 Service Manual 3

Periodic Safety Checks

N-560 Service Manual 5

Table 1: Equipment Needed

N-560 Service Manual 7

3. Charge the battery for at least 6 hours in standby.

• Power-On Defaults and Alarm Limit Ranges on page 11

1 — Power On/Off Button 5 — Pulse Rate Alarm Limit Button

2 — Alarm Silence Button 6 — SatSeconds Alarm Limit Button

Power-On Self-Test (POST)

CAUTION: If any indicator or display element does not light, or the

2. The N-560 displays/sounds:

N-560 Service Manual 9

3. The N-560 automatically starts the Power-On Self-Test (POST), which

CAUTION: During POST (immediately after power-up), confirm that all

4. While performing POST, the self-test display appears for approximately

• All indicators illuminate

7. Upon successful completion of the POST, the N-560 sounds a one-second

WARNING: Ensure that the speaker is clear of any obstruction. Failure

Power-On Defaults and Alarm Limit Ranges

N-560 Service Manual 11

2. Wait for POST to be completed.

3. Press and release the SpO2 Alarm Limit button.

5. Verify that “HI” is displayed in the Pulse Rate display.

Figure 4: Adjusting High %SpO2 Alarm Limit

Figure 5: Adjusting Low %SpO2 Alarm Limit

9. Turn the N-560 off by pressing the Power On/Off button.

10. Turn the N-560 on by pressing the Power On/Off button.

Figure 6: Adjusting High Pulse Rate Alarm Limit

N-560 Service Manual 13

Figure 7: Adjusting Low Pulse Rate Alarm Limit

17. Turn the N-560 on by pressing the Power On/Off button.

Figure 8: Adjusting SatSeconds Alarm Limit

N-560 Service Manual 15

The following tests check overall system performance:

LED Excitation Test

This procedure uses normal system components to test circuit operation. A

1. Connect the N-560 to an AC power source.

3. Connect a MAX-A sensor to the sensor-input cable.

4. Press the Power On/Off button to turn the N-560 on.

Operation with a Live Subject