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To use the sensor you will need to choose a correct headband and assemble it with the sensor and turnbuckle. Currently there are two types of headbands as depicted bellow.

One-Size-Fits-All Headbands Kit

Single Sized Headbands Kit

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Two multi-sized headbands

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Several individually sized headbands

One-Size-Fits-All Headbands Kit

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Figure 6.2.1-1 adult and pediatric one-size-fits-all headbands

Step 1 - measure the cranial circumference

With a measuring tape, measure the largest circumference of the patient's head, that is, the most prominent part at the back of the head (occipital) and just above the eyebrows (supraorbital ridges).

Step 2 - choose the correct headband

According to the measured head circumference, choose between adult or pediatric single headband according to table 6.2.1-1. If you cannot find the desired size, follow procedure 6.2.2, with the extra tape provided

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Code

Size

Head circumference

531020052

Headband 1

16 1/2 - 21 5/8 in

531020053

Headband 2

19 5/8 - 24 3/4 in

Table 6.2.1-1 head band sizes

Step 3 - slide the headband through the sensor latches

If the external battery is installed, remove it by pressing the side buttons pulling upwards as shown in Figure 6.2.1-2.

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Figura 6.2.2-2 - Retirando a bateria externa

Slide the selected headband through the sensor notches as shown in Figure 6.2.1-3. Replace the external battery in the sensor by pressing the side latches and releasing them when the battery is positioned correctly.

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Figure 6.2.1-3 Installing the headband on the sensor

Step 4 - place the turnbuckle on the headband

Close the headband by snaping the turnbuckle into one end of the strap, following the arrows in Figure 6.2.1-4

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Figura 6.2.1-4 Instalação da cremalheira.

Passo 5 - Final size adjustment with the headband button

Check which button to position according to the measured circumference and sizes from table 6.2.1-2. Pull the end of the band, place the button at the appropriate size, and press onto the desired button until you hear a click (as shown in Figure 6.2.1-5).

Table 6.2.1-2 Sizes headband

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Size

Head circumference

Headband 1 (16 1/2 - 21 2/3 in)

P

16 1/2 - 18 1/2 in

M

18 1/8 - 20 1/8 in

G

19 5/8 - 21 5/8 in

Headband 2 (19 5/8 - 24 3/4 in)

P

19 5/8 - 21 5/8 in

M

21 1/4 - 23 1/4 in

G

22 7/8 - 24 3/4 in

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Figure 6.2.1-5 Button positioning.

Tip

TIP - Most adults will need an M and L size while children typically use S or XS size headband.

The final assembly of the headband should resemble the image in Figure 6.2.1-6.

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Figure 6.2.1-6 Final assembly of the headband.


Single Sized Headbands Kit

Step 1 - measure you patient’s head circumference

With a measuring tape, measure the largest circumference of your patient’s head, i.e., the most prominent part on the back of the head (occipital) and just above the eyebrows (supraorbital ridges). There are five to seven headband options available (depends on which headband set was sent).

Step 2 - choose the correct head band

According to the measured head circumference, choose the band size defined in Table 6.2-1 Head Band Sizes.

Table 6.2-1 Headband Sizes

Headband code

Size

Head Circumference

531020017

PP (XS)

50 – 55 cm (19 5/8 – 21 5/8 in)

531020018

P (S)

52,5 – 57,5 cm (20 5/8 – 22 5/8 in)

531020019

M (M)

55 – 60 cm (21 5/8 – 23 5/8 in)

531020020

G (L)

57,5 – 62,5 cm (22 5/8 – 24 5/8 in)

531020021

GG (XL)

60 – 65 cm (23 5/8 – 25 5/8 in) 

Special sizes (supplied separately)

531020016

PPP (2XS)

47,5 – 52,5 cm (18 3/4 - 20 5/8 in)

531020022

GGG (2XL)

62,5 – 67,5 cm (24 5/8 – 26 5/8 in)

Tip

TIP - Most adults will need an M and L size while children typically use S or XS size headband.

Step 3 - Place the headband on the sensor

If the external battery is attached, remove it by pressing the side latches and pulling it up as shown in Figure 6.2-2.

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Pass the selected headband through the sensor notches as shown in Figure 6.2-3. Attach the external battery back on the sensor by pressing the side latches and releasing them when the battery is correctly positioned.

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Step 4 - attach the turnbuckle to the headband

The final assembly of the headband is done by attaching the turnbuckle to both ends of the headband stripe.

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