Medtronic MiniLink REAL-Time Mode D'emploi page 8

Connecting to the sensor
The MiniLink must be fully charged before connecting it to the sensor.
1. After the sensor is inserted (follow the instructions provided with your sensor),
wait 5 minutes before connecting the transmitter. Check for bleeding. Make
sure that bleeding has stopped (see Warnings page for details), then connect
the MiniLink to the sensor.
2. Touch the inserted sensor at back of assembly to prevent movement.
3. Hold the MiniLink as shown to line up the two
notches on both sides with the flexible side
arms of the sensor. The MiniLink flat side with
the label should face the skin.
4. Slide the MiniLink onto the sensor and push
it in firmly until the flexible side arms of the
sensor "click" into the notches on both sides
of the MiniLink. In the next 20 seconds the
MiniLink will flash green for about 10 seconds
with a proper connection.
5. If the MiniLink light does not flash, disconnect it from the sensor, wait for
several seconds and then reconnect. If the MiniLink light still does not flash,
charge the MiniLink.
6. After the MiniLink light flashes green, use your monitor to start communicating
with the sensor and to start the sensor initialization (see your monitor user
guide for instructions).
7. After the MiniLink successfully sends signals to the monitor, you may choose
to put an occlusive dressing over the MiniLink and the sensor.
Bathing and swimming
After the MiniLink and sensor are connected, they form a water-tight seal to a
depth of 8 feet (2.4 meters) for up to 30 minutes. You can shower and swim
without removing them. No occlusive dressing is needed.
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