Spacelabs Qube
Spacelabs · Model Qube
Insightful. Data from a variety of sources informs and supports clinical determinations at the bedside or remotely. graphical assessment tools and the ability to access up to 96 hours of physiologic data empower clinicians and help to facilitate decision making. Confident. Clinicians can customize the screen view to quickly access a multitude of graphical and tabular trend presentations based on individual patient needs and procedural guidelines. Interactive view, control, and recording for parameters, trends, and calculations can be engaged instantaneously, linking clinicians with a range of realtime patient physiologic data. qube enables point-of-care decisions that provide ongoing reassurance and confidence to patients and their loved ones. Enlightened. Qube facilitates at-a-glance monitoring with an ultra-bright display featuring large, numerics. Multicolor, severity-based lights illuminate on both the front and back of the monitor for enhanced alarm surveillance. Attractive. The sleek, contemporary details of Qube, including ergonomic user controls and a comfortable grip handle, create a positive impact for caregiver and patient. Art meets technology. The small, compact form of the capnography pod makes it ideal for use with Qube. Designed to attach seamlessly onto the rear of the monitor, it’s ready in a snap. Versatile. Qube is mountable anywhere – wall, roll-stand, bed rail, anesthesia system – or can quickly be detached via a quick release feature for immediate mobility. long battery life and dual battery capability keep Qube on the go everywhere your patient goes. Impact resistant, chemical resistant, and protected from liquid ingress, Qube endures even with heavy use. Full functionality in a compact package.
Key tips
- ·A no-signal/flatline alarm gets checked on the patient first, not the monitor - rule out a real clinical event before troubleshooting.
- ·Recalibrate NIBP against a reference manometer, not just a self-test pass.
- ·Reused patient cables (SpO2, ECG leads) are a common source of intermittent-fault complaints - swap the cable before the module.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
A parameter drops out or reads wrong
HighSymptoms: ECG, IBP, SpO2, temperature, CO2 or CO intermittently drops or is implausible.
Root cause: Worn patient cable / sensor, or a parameter-module / input-board fault.
NIBP will not measure or is inaccurate
MediumSymptoms: NIBP times out, cuff will not inflate / hold, readings implausible.
Root cause: Internal NIBP pump or valve, a cuff / hose leak, or a pressure-transducer fault.
Module / parameter not recognised
MediumSymptoms: The host does not display a plugged-in module or a built-in parameter.
Root cause: Docking / connector fault or an internal board fault.
Display / touchscreen fault
MediumSymptoms: Blank, dim or distorted display; unresponsive touchscreen.
Root cause: Display, backlight, or controller fault.
Battery / power fault
MediumSymptoms: Short battery run time, will not hold charge, will not power on.
Root cause: Aged battery pack or a power-supply fault.
Network / central-station connectivity fault
LowSymptoms: Monitor not shown at the central station, admit fails, intermittent drop.
Root cause: Wired / Wi-Fi network configuration or a communication board.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Patient cable set (ECG / IBP / SpO2 / temp)
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
NIBP cuff and hose
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
Internal NIBP pump / valve
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Parameter module / input board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Battery pack
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Display / touchscreen assembly
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient cable set (ECG / IBP / SpO2 / temp) | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
| NIBP cuff and hose | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
| Internal NIBP pump / valve | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Parameter module / input board | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Battery pack | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Display / touchscreen assembly | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Routine cable and lead-wire inspection for fraying/wear
- ·Battery conditioning cycle
- ·NIBP calibration check against a reference manometer
- ·ECG / SpO2 accuracy verification against a patient simulator
- ·Annual electrical safety test
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: A parameter drops out
- Reseat the patient cable at the module / monitor.
- Swap in a known-good cable / sensor for that parameter.
- Dock the module on a different host / slot to isolate module vs host.
- Inspect the docking connector for bent pins.
- Replace the cable, or refer the module / input board if the fault stays with it.
Symptom: NIBP problem
- Leak-test the cuff and hose.
- Run the monitor's NIBP calibration verification.
- Check for a kinked hose or a positional patient limb.
- Verify NIBP against a reference / simulator.
- Refer the monitor for internal pump / valve service if it persists.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- ICU / CCU
- Emergency Department
- OR / PACU
- General med-surg floors
- Step-down units
- Telemetry units
Documents & Manuals
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
The input power can fail even though the power source at the wall has not been interrupted. In addition, there is the potential for the qube Compact Monitor to fail to turn on. This is a retrospective recall related to a recall initiated in 2012 (Z-0403-2013).
- RECALL
Spacelabs Healthcare is recalling Qube Compact Monitor, Model 91390, due to a potential chance of losing network connection after switching from hardwired Ethernet connection to using the Qube Docking Station without powering down the device. The bedside monitor and all of its alarms will continue to function normally. No one has been injured as a result of this issue.
- RECALL
Spacelabs Healthcare qube Compact Patient Monitor, Model 91390, may fail to power ON due to incorrect programmed microcontroller component.
- RECALL
Spacelabs Healthcare has learned through several reports that the input circuit may fail and the monitor will go on battery mode. The monitor will function normally until the batteries become depleted and then the monitor will shut down. In addition the monitor may fail to turn on due to an internal short.
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