Dräger Apollo User Manual

System Setup
Instructions for Use Apollo SW 4.5n 77
Part Number: 9053586, 3rd edition
Connecting the patient circuit
1. Select appropriate accessories for the relevant
patient category.
Note: For application within the tidal volume limits
of a particular patient category, use a smaller
breathing bag and a smaller breathing hose
set.
Figure 31. Breathing Hose and Water Trap Connections
2. Connect each breathing hose (1 in Figure 31) to
the inspiratory and expiratory port or to the
optional microbial filters or filters on the breathing
system (2 in Figure 31).
3. Connect the other end of each breathing hose to
the Y-piece (3 in Figure 31), or to the optional
filter on the Y-piece.
4. Make sure the breathing bag is attached to the
breathing bag arm.
5. Fit the new or empty water trap into its holder on
the front of the machine (4 in Figure 31) until it
clicks into place.
6. Connect one end of the sample line to the Luer
Lock on the water trap (5 in Figure 31).
7. Connect the other end of the sample line to the
Luer Lock on the Y-piece (3 in Figure 31). Ensure
that all Luer fittings are securely connected.
8. Make sure that the sample line is guided
correctly by using the sample line clip. This clip
Adults Pediatric patients Neonates
Tidal volume >700 mL 201 to 700 mL 50 to 200 mL <50 mL
Breathing bag 3L 2L 1L 0.5L
Breathing circuit Adults Pediatric Neonates (or pediatric)
Filter Filter, HMEF, or HME Use a filter with a low re-
sistance and compli-
ance.
2
3
5
4
1
WARNING!
Risk of patient injury
If the breathing hoses are wrongly connected,
the patient might be inadequately ventilated and
supplied with fresh gas.
Make sure that all breathing hoses are correctly
connected to the breathing system.

Dräger Apollo Specifications

General

Brand	Dräger
Model	Apollo
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English