Chapter 1 Introduction
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Bacteria Filter Philips Respironics recommends that a main line outlet bacteria lter be used
whenever the device is used on multiple patients.
Therapy Modes/
Features
The AVAPS-AE mode is for non-invasive use on adult patients only.
Patient Circuits The ventilator should only be used with patient interfaces (e.g., masks, circuits and
exhalation ports) recommended by Philips Respironics. Proper operation of the device,
including alarms, with other circuits has not been veried by Philips Respironics and is
the responsibility of the health care professional or respiratory therapist.
An exhalation port is required. Do not block the exhalation port. This can reduce
airow and result in rebreathing of exhaled air.
At low expiratory pressures, the ow through the exhalation port may be
inadequate to clear all exhaled gas from the tubing – some rebreathing may occur.
When using a patient circuit with a full face mask, the mask must be equipped
with a safety (entrainment) valve. Make sure that the safety (entrainment) valve is
functioning properly with the ventilator.
Improperly
Functioning
Ventilator
If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of the device, if it is
making unusual sounds, if the device or detachable battery are dropped, if water is
spilled into the enclosure, or if the enclosure is cracked or broken, discontinue use
and contact Philips Respironics or an authorized service center for service. If you are
a patient, please contact your home care service provider.
Circuit
Disconnect
You should not rely on any single alarm to detect a circuit disconnect condition.
The Low Minute Ventilation and Apnea alarms should be used in conjunction with
the Circuit Disconnect alarm.
Test the operation of the circuit disconnect function whenever a change is made to the
circuit. An increase in circuit resistance can prevent proper operation of some alarms.
Nurse Call and
Remote Alarm
System
The Nurse Call output of this device is designed only for use with SELV (Safety Extra
Low Voltage) as described in IEC 60601-1. Do not connect the Nurse Call output of
this device to potentially hazardous voltages as severe injury or death may result.
The Nurse Call and Remote Alarm features should be considered a back-up to the
device’s alarm system. Do not rely solely on the Nurse Call feature.
When using a remote alarm or nurse call system, make sure you fully test the
connector and cable by verifying that:
– Annunciated alarms on the ventilator are also annunciated on the
remote alarm or nurse call system.
– Disconnecting the remote alarm or nurse call cable from the
ventilator or from the remote alarm or nurse call system results in
an alarm notication at the remote alarm.
Power Cord Route the power cord to the outlet in a way that will prevent the cord from being
tripped over or interfered with by chairs or other furniture.
Only use the power cords and nurse call cables recommended by Philips
Respironics with the ventilator. Use of power cords and cables not supplied by
Philips Respironics may cause overheating or damage to the device.
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