OPR360US H0711
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Setting Up For Patient Use
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a. Confirm the integrity and tightness of connections for all
breathing circuit components such as tubing, filters and
humidifier chamber, as well as the exhalation valve
components.
b. Repeat the test.
7. The results of the Circuit Check are logged in the Event History.
NOTE: Circuit Check function is only available in the standby
condition. If the ventilator is in use, ensure that an alternate method of
ventilation is available if you want to perform a Circuit Check. You must
power OFF the ventilator and power back ON to access Circuit Check.
Oxygen and Flow Sensors
Refer to Figure 4-1.
Press the Setup & Calibration menu button, then touch the Sensors
button to access the screen which allows you to calibrate the Oxygen
(O2) and Exhalation Flow sensors and to disable the O2 sensor.
Exhalation Flow Sensor, Calibration
Refer to Figure 4-1.
The Exhalation Flow Sensor calibration requires that the ventilator be
connected to a compressed air gas service.
Perform an Exhalation Flow Sensor calibration each time you change
the sensor and anytime there are suspected volume/monitoring
inaccuracies. To calibrate the sensor:
Figure 4-1 Sensors Screen