Contraindications
User Manual 2-3
DMR V4C 3.3 (User Manual) V-4 06-May-2022
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 Oxygen Mixer.
The V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer is suitable for use in institutional and home settings, where applicable
to the compatible ventilator. It is not intended for use in emergency transport ventilation.
2.1.3 Target Operators
The ventilator may be operated by:
• Respiratory therapists
• Doctors
• Nurses
• Homecare providers
• Patient and patient’s families
2.2 Contraindications
The V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer is not for use with anesthetic gases, and is not intended for use during
emergency transport.
2.3 Operational Use
The V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer can be used with compatible ventilators to expand the range of
oxygen concentrations which can be delivered to the patient up to 100%.
The mixer accepts oxygen from a standard gas pipeline system or oxygen tank and mixes it with
room air to the concentration set by the user.
The V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer requires an external FiO
2
monitor or one integrated into the compat-
ible ventilator.
2.4 Compatible Ventilators
The V4C-O2E Oxygen Mixer is compatible with the following ventilator models:
• Baylis Medical V4C-560™ Ventilator with an O2E port as shown in Figure 4-1.
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