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Provides crucial safety information and guidelines for operating the Quark PFT system.
Lists conditions and situations where performing specific respiratory tests is not advisable.
Specifies the recommended environmental conditions for operating the COSMED units.
Details safety standards, EMC compliance, Quality Assurance, and Medical Device Directive classification.
Explains typographic and graphic symbols used within the user manual for clarity.
Provides a summary of the Quark PFT system configurations and available tests.
Guides the user through checking packing contents and initial setup steps.
Instructions for registering the product via software and contacting COSMED.
Lists optional accessories available to enhance or complete the Quark PFT system.
Specifies the minimum PC hardware and software requirements for the Quark PFT system.
Details the technical specifications of the Quark PFT system components like flowmeter and sensors.
Catalogues various pulmonary function tests and their corresponding measured parameters with symbols and units.
Provides instructions for inspecting the system package upon receipt.
Guides on installing calibration gas cylinders and adjusting gas pressure.
Illustrates the procedure for connecting cables and tubing for system setup.
Details steps for assembling the turbine, mask, and flowmeter components.
Instructions for ensuring the Quark PFT unit is properly connected to the PC.
Step-by-step guide for installing the Quark PFT software on the computer.
Describes key software features including display, toolbar, dialog windows, and help functions.
Explains how to automatically calibrate zero, gain, and delay of gas sensors.
Details calibration procedures for ERGO, FRC, and DLCO analysers.
Describes the turbine calibration process using a calibration syringe.
Explains how to use the control panel to check system hardware functions and signals.
Information on managing patient data including Patient, Visit, and Test cards.
Details on managing patient information for exercise testing.
Procedures for reorganizing, deleting, or backing up test data archives.
Customization options for graph appearance, including colors and grid display.
Instructions for selecting the appropriate serial port for PC connection.
Configuration options for units of measurement for viewing and printing.
Explanation of customizable fields for storing additional patient or test information.
Guidance on defining and labeling custom fields within the database.
Configuration for automatic interpretation and quality control of spirometry tests.
Tools for managing, viewing, printing, and customizing measurement parameters.
Options for customizing predicted value sets and defining formulas.
Configuration for report headers, data fields, margins, footers, and printed filenames.
Procedure for performing and analyzing the pre-bronchodilator FVC test.
Instructions for performing and analyzing the Slow Vital Capacity (SVC) test.
Guide for performing and analyzing the Maximum Voluntary Ventilation (MVV) test.
Details on performing Bronchodilator and Methacholine/Histamine provocation tests.
Quickly view tests performed by the currently selected patient.
Procedure for selecting and eliminating tests from the patient's list.
Options for printing test reports, including FVC, response, and other data.
Function to print the currently displayed window content (graph or data).
Method for automatically printing multiple reports for selected visits or sessions.
Guidance on saving printouts as PDF files with customizable filename formats.
Instructions for exporting test data in various file formats like TXT, XLS, WK1, XPO.
Procedure for measuring lung volumes using the nitrogen washout technique.
Instructions for performing and analyzing the Closing Volume test.
Explains the aim, options, and performance of the P0.1 or Respiratory Drive test.
Details on setting options and performing DLCO tests using various methods.
Instructions for performing and analyzing the Maximum Inspiratory/Expiratory Pressure test.
Guide on performing the oximetry test to measure haemoglobin saturation and heart rate.
Guidelines on preparing the patient and laboratory for exercise testing.
Procedures for starting, aborting, and ending exercise tests.
Viewing and creating graphs from test data.
Features for editing test data, including values, filtering, and advanced adjustments.
Instructions for creating custom exercise protocols for ergometer control.
Options for customizing data viewing, sorting parameters, and steady state detection.
Settings for customizing and printing reports with selected parameters and headers.
Managing events like Flow Volume loops, O2/CO2 signals, and Spirograms during exercise.
Defines metabolism and explains Total Metabolic Rate and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR).
Guides on test preparation, starting the RMR test, and its automatic settings.
Details on viewing RMR test results, average values, and interpretation.
Explains the purpose and benefits of sub-maximal vs. maximal exercise tests.
Discusses the principles, objectives, and assumptions of sub-maximal testing.
Factors affecting test accuracy and the importance of standardized procedures.
Instructions for performing a sub-maximal test and an example protocol.
Procedures for cleaning and disinfecting equipment to prevent infections.
Steps for cleaning and sterilizing face masks using various methods.
Guidelines for maintaining the Permapure tube, including handling and replacement.
Recommendations for regular electrical and mechanical safety inspections.
Instructions for safely replacing fuses in the power supply unit.
Details the one-year limited warranty and return goods policy for repairs.
Information on Non-Warranty repair procedures and contact details for service.
Explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected according to privacy laws.
Describes the TTL input for measuring heart rate signals from ECG or POLAR probes.
Allows editing parameters for converting raw data (mV) into final formats.
References for calculations related to VO2, VCO2, anaerobic threshold, and O2 kinetics.
Summarizes the American Thoracic Society (ATS) guidelines for spirometry.
Lists various reference sources for predicted lung function values.
Details the algorithm and criteria used for automatic spirometry diagnosis interpretation.
Lists messages related to quality control for spirometry tests.
Provides a comprehensive list of cited literature for various sections of the manual.
General| Brand | Cosmed |
|---|---|
| Model | Quark PFT |
| Category | Medical Equipment |
| Language | English |
