ResMed Astral 100 Series User Manual

Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1
Indications for use ............................................................................................................ 1
Contraindications .............................................................................................................. 1
Adverse effects ................................................................................................................ 2
General warnings and cautions ......................................................................................... 2
The Astral device ................................................................................................................. 4
The Astral device interface ............................................................................................... 5
Touch screen .................................................................................................................... 6
Information bar ................................................................................................................. 7
Menu bar .......................................................................................................................... 8
Bottom bar ....................................................................................................................... 8
Main screen ..................................................................................................................... 9
Pressure bar ..................................................................................................................... 9
Using the Astral device ...................................................................................................... 10
Using the Astral device for the first time ........................................................................ 10
Powering on the device .................................................................................................. 11
Powering off the device ................................................................................................. 11
Enhanced access feature ............................................................................................... 12
Starting and stopping ventilation .................................................................................... 14
Locking and unlocking the touch screen ......................................................................... 15
Navigating the menus..................................................................................................... 15
Monitors menu ..................................................................................................................................15
Setup menu .......................................................................................................................................17
Alarms menu .....................................................................................................................................17
Information menu ..............................................................................................................................18
Device settings............................................................................................................... 18
Adjusting device settings ..................................................................................................................19
Programs ........................................................................................................................ 19
Manual Breath feature .................................................................................................... 20
Sigh Breath feature ........................................................................................................ 20
Travelling with the Astral device ..................................................................................... 21
Assembling patient circuits ............................................................................................... 21
Circuit options ................................................................................................................ 21
Fitting the circuit adapter ................................................................................................ 23
Connecting a single limb circuit with intentional leak ...................................................... 23
Connecting a single limb circuit for invasive use ...............................................................................24
Connecting a single limb circuit with expiratory valve ..................................................... 25
Connecting a double limb circuit (Astral 150 only) .......................................................... 27
Learn Circuit ................................................................................................................... 27
Accessories......................................................................................................................... 31
Power accessories ......................................................................................................... 31
Optional accessories ...................................................................................................... 31

ResMed Astral 100 Series Specifications

General

Device Type	Portable Ventilator
Max Pressure	60 cm H2O
Operating Temperature	5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity	10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Display	Color LCD touchscreen
Modes of Ventilation	CPAP
Data Storage	SD card
Alarms	Adjustable visual and audible alarms
Tidal Volume	50 to 2500 mL
Inspiratory Time	0.3 – 5 seconds
FiO2 Monitoring	Yes
Power Supply	AC 100 – 240V, 50/60 Hz
Oxygen Compatibility	Yes
Pressure Range	4 – 60 cm H2O
PEEP	4 to 25 cm H2O