ResMed Astral 100 Series User Manual

Alarms
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CAUTION
If only one beep is heard, or the Alarm bar does not flash red, then yellow, return the device for
servicing.
Testing the Remote Alarm
The Remote Alarm generates an audible and visual signal when an alarm is triggered on the ventilator.
CAUTION
A test of the Remote Alarm should be performed prior to initial use and every change of battery.
Test the alarm periodically as per the facility policy. For dependent patients perform a test on a
daily basis.
To test the Remote alarm, press
on the Remote Alarm.
The following will occur:
• The alarm LED illuminates and the alarm sounds.
• The LED corresponding to the set volume illuminates.
• The Disconnect LED blinks if the alarm is not connected to the device and lights permanently if
connected.
• The battery level LED corresponding to the battery level illuminates. Yellow LED if battery life is low,
or green LED if battery life is good. (Replace the battery if the battery life is low).
• If a second Remote Alarm is connected, the second Remote Alarm will also sound.
Power alarms
CAUTION
Data cannot be saved while there is a Critically low battery or Battery inoperable alarm. Program
selections made while these alarms are active may be lost if the device is restarted. Recording of
ventilation data and alarms is suspended.
Alarm Activates when
Low battery
Approximately 20 minutes of ventilation time remaining on internal battery power.
Critically low battery
Approximately 10 minutes of ventilation time remaining on internal battery power.
Total power failure
There is total loss of power due to failure of the internal battery, or a loss of external power while
the internal battery is removed.
Power disconnected
The power source is changed from an external source to the internal battery.
Using internal battery
The Astral device is powered on and is using battery power.
Battery inoperable
The internal battery is faulty or has been removed.
Internal battery
degraded
The internal battery is degraded and may not provide reliable time-remaining status.

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