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1. The Peak Flow Meter AM3
The AM3 is a medical device that combines a spirometer with a symptom diary. This
device displays questions concerning asthma symptoms to be answered twice a day
and measures and evaluates the Peak Flow (PEF = Peak Expiratory Flow [L/min] and/or
FEV1 (FEV = Forced Expiratory Volume) as well as other expiratory parameters.
The device keeps a diary of measurements by automatically recording in its memory
all answers and measurements with date and time.
The AM3 Equipment comprises of:
· AM3
· Power supply
· Bag
Before using the AM3 for the rst time, the batteries must be charged for
30 minutes (see chapter "Power Management").
Conrmation
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Front view:
Bottom view:
Flow Sensor
(without cap)
Flow Sensor (with cap)
Display