Why use a Snuza Halo?
Apnoea is considered to be one of the leading causes of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), or more commonly known as Cot Death, which is a real concern to every parent as an incident of this little understood threat can strike without warning with fatal results. Although there are already baby breathing monitors on the market which alert parents or caregivers to any cessation in breathing they do not offer mobility as they rely either on the availability of electricity, or on the baby being at home in its cot where the under mattress monitors need to be placed. In our modern lifestyle mobility has assumed a much greater requirement, and therefore the need for a mobile baby breathing monitor.

How is "Snuza Halo" different to other 'under the mattress' monitors?
Although 'under the mattress' monitors also monitor breathing in a similar manner to Snuza Halo, these monitors
are generally not mobile. Snuza Halo can be left attached to the baby for constant monitoring or kept in the Snuza
Case, attached and activated whenever required, no matter where the baby is.

How does Snuza Halo work?
Once Snuza Halo is clipped onto the nappy and activated, it will immediately start monitoring breathing. If your
baby stops breathing for 15 seconds, Snuza Halo will emit a safe, pain-free stimulus to gently reassert the
natural breathing rhythm. If after 5 more seconds, breathing has not resumed, Snuza Halo will sound an alarm
to alert you to act.

How easy is it to use the monitor?
Very easy. Just clip it onto your baby's nappy and turn it on. This shouldn't take more than a few seconds.

Is Snuza Halo safe?
Absolutely! Baby's safety is paramount. Snuza Halo utilises an ultra-low voltage battery, emits no radiation
and has no side effects.

Does the monitor come in contact with the baby?
Snuza Halo clips onto the nappy and the sensor located at the tip of Snuza Halo needs to touch the skin of the
baby in the area of the naval.

Can Snuza Halo travel?
Yes, this is wonderful news for parents. As Snuza Halo requires no electrical output (it is battery operated) it can
go anywhere you and your baby go. Simply clip Snuza Halo onto your baby's nappy and turn the monitor on. Snuza
Halo will immediately start monitoring your baby's breathing.

Until what age is Snuza Halo recommended?
Biosentronics recommends that Snuza Halo be used until the age of 1 year. The incidence of breathing
problems, including SIDS, is considered negligible after the age of one year.

Can Snuza Halo be used again?
Yes, absolutely. However, for safety reasons, we have sealed the Snuza Halo monitor. This prevents the monitor
from being opened and tampered with, thereby making it unsafe. Since the batteries used will allow for approx-
imately one year's use, we, at Biosentronics will therefore, replace the battery and incorporate the latest software
ensuring precise monitoring of your baby, at a minimal charge. This will then enable you to use Snuza Halo for
subsequent babies.

How do I change the batteries?
The battery cannot be changed. The battery is internal to the monitor and is designed never to be replaced
other than by Biosentronics. We offer a refurbishment facility should you wish to use the monitor for additional
babies. When you return the monitor to us, we replace the battery, incorporate the latest software and test the
monitor before shipping it back to you. This will be done at a nominal fee.

Why did my battery show it was flat after I turned in on for the first time?
This is due to a well known phenomenon with the type of battery in Snuza. When left unused for an extended period of time, the ability to produce power is temporarily reduced. This may happen when it sits on the store shelf for a period of time. As soon as there is a demand on the battery after this period, it takes a 2 or 3 on/off cycles for the battery to restore its ability to produce power. After this, the battery indicator should show green. If Snuza Halo is used as frequently as intended, this will never happen.

Is Snuza Halo rechargeable?
The battery is non-rechargeable and non-replaceable. The internal battery is designed to provide power to the
Snuza Halo for a period of approximately 1 year from first use. This is a safety feature of Snuza Halo, AND
safety is our main concern.

More questions?
Please ask SNUZA Halo Distributors or contact us directly.

FALSE ALARMS?

The alarm may sound even if your baby is breathing normally. The only reason for this to occur would be
the following:
  1. The nappy is not fitted correctly, i.e. too loose.
    1. The result is that the sensor is not touching the skin and can therefore, not detect breathing
      movement.
    2. Ensure that the nappy is fitted snugly so that the sensor is touching the baby in the region
      of the naval.
  2. The nappy was soiled and removed (from the baby).
    1. The result is that the monitor cannot detect breathing movement and the alarm will then
      be activated.
    2. Ensure that you switch off the monitor once it has been removed from the baby.
  3. The monitor is placed over clothing thereby rendering the sensor inactive, breathing movement
    cannot be detected.
    1. Ensure that the sensor of the monitor is placed against the skin at all times. Clothing
      can be placed over the monitor.