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natus ICS Aircal User Manual

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ICS Aircal® Air Caloric Irrigator
User Guide
Doc. No. 7-50-1240-EN/07
Part No. 7-50-12400-EN

Table of Contents

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natus ICS Aircal Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandnatus
ModelICS Aircal
CategoryMedical Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Device Description and Intended Use

Intended Use

Describes the device's purpose for vestibular function testing.

Intended Users and Patient Target Group

Specifies qualified medical personnel and patients who can tolerate testing.

Clinical Benefits

Explains the caloric test's role in differential diagnosis.

Contraindications and Side Effects

Advises against use with tympanic membrane perforations.

Typographical Conventions

Details the use of Warning, Caution, and Note statements.

Getting Started

Room Setup

Details the recommended room layout for the device.

Installation and Setup

Covers the physical installation process.

Removing Transportation Screws

Explains removing screws for pump operation and noise reduction.

Installing the Delivery Head Cradle

Guides on mounting the cradle for the delivery head.

Understanding the Back Panel

Identifies ports and features on the device's back panel.

ICS Aircal Front Panel Controls

Device On/Off

Explains how to turn the device on and off.

Standby/Operation Mode

Differentiates between standby and operation modes.

Temperature Settings

Details temperature settings and control.

Recommended and Default Temperature

Specifies default cool and warm temperatures.

Setting a New Temperature

Guides on adjusting the temperature.

Switching Between Cool and Warm Temperature

Explains how to switch between cool and warm modes.

Duration Timer

Describes the timer function for irrigation.

Recommended and Default Duration Timer

States the default duration for irrigation.

Setting a New Duration Time

Guides on adjusting the timer duration.

Airflow Rate

Explains airflow adjustment.

Recommended and Default Airflow Rate

Specifies the default airflow rate.

Setting a New Airflow Rate

Guides on adjusting the airflow rate.

Beep Volume

Describes beep volume control.

Default Beep Setting

States the default beep level.

Setting a New Beep Volume

Guides on adjusting beep volume.

Changing Stored Default Values

Explains how to save custom settings as defaults.

Water Level Display and Refill

Describes water level display and refill procedure.

Refill Procedure

Details the steps for refilling the water reservoir.

ICS Aircal Delivery Head and Foot Switch

Delivery Head Components

Describes the delivery head and its features.

Speculum

Information about the speculum used with the delivery head.

Lens

Details about the lens on the delivery head.

Light On/Off Button

Explains the function of the light button.

Activation Trigger Operation

How to use the trigger for irrigation.

Foot Switch Operation

Describes the foot switch operation.

Performing a Caloric Irrigation

Preparation for Testing

Steps to prepare before starting irrigation.

Testing Procedure

Detailed steps for performing a caloric irrigation.

ICS Aircal System Safety

Glossary of Symbols

Explains common symbols used in the manual.

General Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Provides general safety advice.

Warnings

Lists specific warnings for safe operation.

Cautions

Lists specific cautions for safe operation.

Notes

Provides additional notes on safety and usage.

Manufacturer Information

Provides manufacturer contact details.

Manufacturer Responsibility

Outlines manufacturer's responsibility for the device.

Instructions to Access eIFU

How to access electronic Instructions for Use.

Service, Cleaning, and Maintenance

Service Guidelines

Guidance on servicing the device.

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the device.

Lens on the Delivery Head

How to clean the delivery head lens.

Speculum (Outer)

Notes on cleaning/disposal of the speculum.

Disposal

Guidance on proper disposal of the device.

Maintenance

Information on system maintenance.

Technical Specifications and References

Other References

Provides links to further information.

Accessories

Lists available accessories for the device.

Notes on EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

Recommended Separation Distances for RF Equipment

Guidance on maintaining safe distances from RF devices.

Troubleshooting

Overheating Warning Troubleshooting

Addresses the overheating warning beep and its causes.

Water Removal Procedure

Steps for removing water from the reservoir.

Firmware Procedures

Upgrading Firmware

Step-by-step guide to update device firmware.

Installing Device Driver

Instructions for installing the necessary computer driver.

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