Background and Identification
The Nellcor N-560 is a pulse oximeter made by Mallinckrodt’s Nellcor division. Pulse oximeters are non-invasive devices used to monitor a patient’s oxygen saturation. The Nellcor division focuses mainly on producing pulse oximeters and oxygen monitors.
The N-560 pulse oximeter is a bedside model that measures the patient’s pulse rate and oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin. This device is suitable for use with adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients during no-motion and motion conditions. This pulse oximeter can be used in hospitals, hospital-type facilities, home environments, and intra-hospital transport.
The N-560 model includes displays for pulse rate and oxygen saturation. Oxygen saturation is presented as a percentage between 0 and 100 on the left-hand display. The pulse rate is shown as beats per minute on the right-hand display. A 10-segment light-emitting diode (LED) bar shows pulse amplitude. This pulse oximeter includes the name “NELLCOR” printed in capital letters in the upper left-hand corner of the device’s front face. The model number, “N-560,” is printed in the upper right-hand corner of the monitor’s front face.
For troubleshooting information, disassembly guides, replacement part information, and repair information, see the Nellcor N-560 Service Manual. Common problem areas include power, buttons, display/alarms, operational performance, and data ports.
Technical Specifications
Display
- Displaying Data: Pulse amplitude, Pulse search, audible alarms silenced or off, interference indicator, battery charging, data in sensor, and Nellcor™ SatSeconds alarm management clock
- Display Type: LCD
SpO2 Measurement:
- Measurement Range:1% to 100%
- Accuracy: Adult:70% to 100% ± 2 digits, Neonate: 70% to 100% ± 2 digits, Low perfusion: 70% to 100% ± 2 digits
Pulse Rate Measurement:
- Display Range: 20 to 250 bpm
- Accuracy: Pulse rate & Low perfusion: 20 to 250 bpm ± 3 digits
- Measurement range: 20 to 250 bpm
Power:
- Type: 100 to 240 VAC, 25 to 39 VA
- Battery Life: 8 Hours Continious Operation
Dimensions & Weight:
- Length: 5.04"
- Width: 9.06"
- Height: 2.95"
- Weight: 3.07 lbs
Environmental:
- Safe Operating Temperature Range: 10°C to 45°C
- Safe Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
- Safe Operating Humidity Level: 15% to 95% noncondensing