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Breas Medical Ltd NIPPY 3 PLUS User Manual

Breas Medical Ltd NIPPY 3 PLUS
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DOC 0914
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR THE NIPPY 3+
POSITIVE PRESSURE
VENTILATOR
This book must be kept with the machine
Breas Medical Ltd
Unit A2, The Bridge Business Centre
Timothy’s Bridge Road
Stratford Enterprise Park
Stratfordupon-Avon,
Warwickshire. CV37 9HW
Tel: 01789 293460
www.nippyventilator.com
Version 7 November 2017
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Breas Medical Ltd NIPPY 3 PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Pressure Range4 to 30 cm H2O
DisplayLCD
Device TypeVentilator
TypeNon-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilator
Power Supply100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz
Modes of OperationCPAP, BiPAP
Breath Rate5 to 40 BPM
AlarmsHigh/Low Pressure, Disconnection
Data StorageInternal Memory
Battery BackupYes
Oxygen CompatibilityYes

Summary

Introduction

Description of Ventilation Modes

CPAP Mode

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure mode description.

Pressure Support Mode

Ventilator augments patient's spontaneous breathing. Adjustable back-up rate.

Pressure Control Mode

Timed inspiration triggered by patient's effort. Adjustable back-up rate.

IPPV Mode

Timed inspiration triggered by patient's effort. Exhales to atmosphere.

Ventilator Alarms

Power Fail Alarm

Audible and visual alarm when electrical power is interrupted.

Low Internal Battery Alarm

Alarm when the internal battery is almost depleted.

Low External Battery Alarm

Alarm when the external battery is almost depleted.

Low Pressure Alarm

Alarm if control pressure falls below 50% of set IPAP for 10 seconds.

High Pressure Alarm

Alarm if pressure rises above 120% of working pressure for 2 seconds.

Breathing Circuit Disconnect Alarm

Alarm for significant leak in the breathing circuit.

Breathing Circuit Malfunction Alarm

Alarm warns of exhale valve malfunction in IPPV mode.

High Flow Alarm

Alarm for excess inspiratory flow.

Low Flow Alarm

Alarm for insufficient inspiratory flow.

Apnoea Alarm

Alarm for cessation of spontaneous breathing for a set time delay.

Max Breath Rate Alarm

Alarm if patient's breath rate exceeds the set level.

Fault Alarm

Alarm indicates an internal machine fault.

Low Internal Alarm/Memory Battery

Alarm for depleted mains fail alarm battery.

NIPPY 3+ Controls and Display

Fascia Buttons

Description of the physical buttons on the device's front panel.

Fascia Display Elements

Explanation of the elements shown on the NIPPY 3+ screen.

Ventilator Outlets

Identification and description of device outlets.

Rear Panel Layout

Description of connections and features on the rear panel.

Explanation of Symbols

Getting Started with NIPPY 3+

Powering On the Device

Procedure for powering on the NIPPY 3+ ventilator.

Powering Off the Device

Procedure for powering off the NIPPY 3+ ventilator.

Main Screen Overview

Overview of the device's primary display layout.

Adjusting NIPPY 3+ Settings

Steps for modifying ventilator settings using the interface.

Navigating the Menu System

Using the On-Screen Menu

Guide to navigating and operating the device's menu system.

Main Menu Structure

Adjust Trigger Settings

Menu option for configuring patient trigger sensitivity.

User Preferences Menu

Menu option for adjusting user-specific settings.

Compliance Data View

Menu option to view patient usage and compliance statistics.

Clear Patient Settings

Menu option to reset the device to default settings.

Warnings & Cautions Menu

Menu option to access safety information and advisories.

Breath Analyser Menu

Menu option to enable and view breathing waveforms.

Service Menu Access

Menu option for access by qualified service personnel.

Using the Breath Analyser

Accessing Help Features

On-Screen Help Guide

Instructions for accessing and using the device's help system.

Help with Locked Settings

Specific help access when device settings are locked.

Breathing Circuits

Invasive Ventilation

Using a Humidifier

Setting Up CPAP Mode

Setting Up Pressure Support Mode

Setting Up Pressure Control Mode

Setting Up IPPV Mode

Setting Up Device Alarms

Flow Alarm Automatic Setting

Procedure for automatically setting high and low flow alarms.

Flow Alarm Manual Setting

Procedure for manually configuring high and low flow alarms.

Disconnection Alarm Function

Apnoea Alarm Function

Max Breath Rate Alarm Function

Alarm Conditions and Testing

High Flow Alarm Test

Procedure to test the high flow alarm functionality.

Disconnect Alarm Test

Procedure to test the breathing circuit disconnection alarm.

Low Flow Alarm Test

Procedure to test the low flow alarm functionality.

Power Fail Alarm Test

Procedure to test the power failure alarm.

High Pressure Alarm Information

Information on testing the high pressure alarm.

Fault Alarm Interpretation

Information on interpreting and responding to fault alarms.

Sigh Functionality

Setting the Sigh Function

Configuration options for the sigh breath feature.

Running on Battery Power

Important Battery Care Rules

Essential guidelines for maintaining battery health and performance.

Power Source Priority

Defines the order in which power sources are utilized.

Battery Management

Battery Life Considerations

Factors affecting battery lifespan and capacity degradation.

Battery Storage Guidelines

Guidelines for optimal storage of NIPPY+ batteries.

Battery Health Test Procedure

Procedure for assessing the health of the battery.

Battery Health Quick Test

Quick Test Procedure Steps

Steps for a rapid assessment of battery health.

Depleted Battery Disposal

Instructions for environmentally responsible battery disposal.

External Battery Usage

External Battery Instructions

How to connect and use an external battery with the NIPPY+.

Charging an External Battery

Procedure for charging external batteries using the dedicated charger.

External Battery Safety Precautions

Important safety precautions regarding external batteries and chargers.

Connecting Auxiliary Equipment

Ventilator System Pneumatic Diagram

Technical Specifications

Operation in Extreme Conditions

Accessories and Spares

Important Safety Warnings and Cautions

Using Supplementary Oxygen

Maintenance Procedures

User Maintenance Schedule

Schedule outlining routine maintenance tasks for the user.

Servicing and Repair Information

Technical Information

Product Warranty Details

Transportation Guidelines

Factory Service and Repair

End of Life Disposal

EMC Compliance Information

Electromagnetic Emissions Guidance

Guidelines for electromagnetic emissions and manufacturer declarations.

Electromagnetic Immunity Guidelines

Guidelines for electromagnetic immunity and compliance levels.

Locking Device Settings

Adjustment Lock Feature

Feature to prevent unauthorized adjustment of device settings.

Total Lock Feature

Feature to prevent unauthorized adjustment or power off.