Baylis V4C-O2E - Warnings on Storage and Maintenance

Warnings
User Manual 1-9
DMR V4C 3.3 (User Manual) V-4 06-May-2022
 WARNING:
Never use the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer without appropriately setting both high and low FiO
2
alarms
on the compatible ventilator or FiO
2
monitor.
 WARNING:
Never use the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer without appropriately setting both high and low pressure/
volume alarms on the compatible ventilator.
 WARNING:
Setting any alarm limits to OFF or extreme high or low values can cause the associated alarm not
to activate during ventilation, which reduces its ability for monitoring the patient and alerting the
clinician to situations that may require intervention.

WARNING:
Do not attempt to open, repair or otherwise service the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer yourself. Doing so
might endanger the patient, damage the ventilator, and/or void your warranty. Only personnel
authorized and qualified by Baylis Medical Technologies should repair, open or service the V4C-
O2E Oxygen Mixer.
1.2.7 Warnings on Storage and Maintenance
 WARNING:
It is recommended to store the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer attached to the compatible ventilator and
with the air connection tubing attached (this is to prevent dust from entering the gas pathway). If
the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer is stored without the ventilator, it is recommended that it be stored in
a bag or a box (preferably its original packaging) to ensure no dust or debris enter and
contaminate the mixer.

WARNING:
To ensure proper performance of the Oxygen Mixer, the preventative maintenance schedule
should be followed, per Section 7, Routine Maintenance. For further information contact Baylis
Medical Technologies. Failure to do so can result in malfunctioning or the device, which may
result in patient injury.
 WARNING:
Never use cleaners inside of the gas pathways. Always follow cleaning instructions indicated in
Section 6, Cleaning.
 WARNING:
A patient treated by mechanical ventilation is highly vulnerable to the risks of infection. Dirty or
contaminated equipment is a potential source of infection. Clean the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer and
its accessories regularly and systematically before and after each use and following any