Patient Monitor User’s manual
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14.2 Monitoring Procedure
14.2.1 Mainstream AG module
Preparation for Monitoring:
1. Plug the AG sensor connector into the AG connector on the monitor.
2. Attach AG sensor on the AG airway adapter. Shown as follows:
3. A green LED indicates that the AG sensor is ready for use. A blue LED
indicates that may measurement of anesthetic gases.
4. Connect the 15 mm male connector of AG airway adapter to the breathing
circuit Y-piece, and connect the 15mm female connector of AG airway adapter
to the patient’s endotracheal tube.
Alternatively, connect an HME (Heat Moisture Exchanger) between the
patient’s endotracheal tube and the AG sensor. Placing an HME in front of the
AG sensor protects the airway adapter from secretions and effects of water
Male connector
Female connector