Baylis V4C-O2E - Warnings Regarding Filters

Safety Information
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DMR V4C 3.3 (User Manual) V-4 06-May-2022
maintenance procedure to reduce the risks of infection. The use of a bacterial filter at the
ventilator's outlet is required when using the Oxygen Mixer. To reduce the risk of infection, wash
your hands thoroughly before and after handling the Oxygen Mixer.
 WARNING:
Use all cleaning solutions and products with caution. Read and follow the instructions associated
with the cleaning solutions you use to clean your Oxygen Mixer. Use only those solutions listed in
Table 6-1.
 WARNING:
The Oxygen Mixer should never be immersed in any liquid, and any liquid on the surface of the
device should be wiped away immediately. To avoid damage to the Oxygen Mixer, in particular the
electrical components, fluids must not be allowed to enter the device, particularly through the
Oxygen Mixer's air intake filter or the cooling/venting apertures located on the rear and bottom
panels of the Oxygen Mixer.
1.2.8 Warnings Regarding Filters
 WARNING:
Do not use the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer without an inspiratory bacterial filter between the
ventilator's outlet and the patient. Doing so can cause cross-contamination of the V4C-O2E
Oxygen Mixer or delivery of contaminants to the patient.
 WARNING:
Check the condition of the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer's air intake filter once a month when used
indoors. If the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer is used outdoors or in a dusty environment, the Oxygen
Mixer's air intake filter should be checked weekly and replaced as necessary. Do not wash or wet
the filter as this may compromise its filtration or resistance.
 WARNING:
If the Oxygen Mixer's air intake filter appears visibly soiled, replace it even if the recommended
maintenance period has not yet elapsed.
 WARNING:
Never use the device without an air intake filter installed. Always use the approved filters. Use of
an incorrect filter may impact breath delivery. See Section 2.7, Specifications for filter
specifications and Section 4.1, Installation and Assembly for installation instructions.
 WARNING:
Do not use the V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer with filters whose flow resistance is greater than allowable.
Doing so may increase circuit resistance and compromise spontaneous breathing. For information
on allowable filter resistances see Section 2.7, Specifications.