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11. Boost button
The boost button delivers an up to 3
mbar above the measured flow.
The boost is maintained whilst the button
is pressed, up to 30 seconds.
The boost is delivered at the set Oxygen
percentage.
In the main display the text +3 is
displayed.
Note: The Boost button will time out
after 30 seconds. This is a safety
feature. The user can re-apply the
boost if required by releasing and
repressing the Boost button.
Note: The Boost button has minimal
effect between 10 - 12 mbar.
Note: On pressing the boost button the patient trigger detection is
suspended for 5 seconds
Warning: When the set pressure is 11 or 12 mbar and the user applies the
boost, the delivered pressure might go above 15.5 mbar momentarily and
trigger the "High Pressure" alarm. If the alarm is triggered this will cut of
the gas supply for 5 seconds. See “Alarm messages and sounds.” on
page 98.