natus ICS Aircal - User Manual

David MillerOct 31, 2025

What to do if the Natus Medical Equipment ICS AirCal is beeping due to overheating?

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Jennifer KruegerOct 31, 2025
If the ICS AirCal Medical Equipment from Natus is beeping continuously due to overheating, there are several possible causes. First, check the Water Level Display. If the bar is orange, refill the water reservoir following the Filling and Priming procedure. If the bar is blue, there should be sufficient water, but you should still verify. If there is no or very low water refill the water. Another cause might be that the ICS AirCal was tilted 20° or more while the pump was operating, potentially causing the pump to take in air instead of water. In this case, turn off the ICS AirCal, check if there is water present in the reservoir, and follow the Filling and Priming procedure. After addressing these potential causes, turn the unit back on to see if it is working properly. If the issue persi...

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.

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.

Firmware Procedures

Upgrading Firmware

Step-by-step guide to update device firmware.

Installing Device Driver

Instructions for installing the necessary computer driver.

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.

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.

Firmware Procedures

Upgrading Firmware

Step-by-step guide to update device firmware.

Installing Device Driver

Instructions for installing the necessary computer driver.

Brand	natus
Model	ICS Aircal
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Brand

natus

Model

ICS Aircal

natus ICS Aircal - User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

Device Description and Intended Use

Intended Use

Intended Users and Patient Target Group

Clinical Benefits

Contraindications and Side Effects

Typographical Conventions

Getting Started

Room Setup

Installation and Setup

Removing Transportation Screws

Installing the Delivery Head Cradle

Understanding the Back Panel

ICS Aircal Front Panel Controls

Device On;Off

Standby;Operation Mode

Temperature Settings

Recommended and Default Temperature

Setting a New Temperature

Switching Between Cool and Warm Temperature

Duration Timer

Recommended and Default Duration Timer

Setting a New Duration Time

Airflow Rate

Recommended and Default Airflow Rate

Setting a New Airflow Rate

Beep Volume

Default Beep Setting

Setting a New Beep Volume

Changing Stored Default Values

Water Level Display and Refill

Refill Procedure

ICS Aircal Delivery Head and Foot Switch

Delivery Head Components

Speculum

Lens

Light On;Off Button

Activation Trigger Operation

Foot Switch Operation

Performing a Caloric Irrigation

Preparation for Testing

Testing Procedure

ICS Aircal System Safety

Glossary of Symbols

General Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Warnings

Cautions

Notes

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer Responsibility

Instructions to Access eIFU

Service, Cleaning, and Maintenance

Service Guidelines

Cleaning Procedures

Lens on the Delivery Head

Speculum (Outer)

Disposal

Maintenance

Technical Specifications and References

Other References

Accessories

Notes on EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

Recommended Separation Distances for RF Equipment

Troubleshooting

Overheating Warning Troubleshooting

Water Removal Procedure

Firmware Procedures

Upgrading Firmware

Installing Device Driver

Summary

Device Description and Intended Use

Intended Use

Intended Users and Patient Target Group

Clinical Benefits

Contraindications and Side Effects

Typographical Conventions

Getting Started