8 CO2 measurement (optional)
Do not sterilize the ISA™ CO
2
analyzer or submerge it in liquids.
Do not use the ISA™ CO
2
analyzer with metered-dose inhalers or medication
nebulizers because this may clog the bacterial filter.
Check that the gas sample flow is not too strong for the respective patient category.
No modifications to the device are permitted without the manufacturer's authorization.
If authorized modifications are made to the device, the device must be tested
accordingly.
Mobile and RF communication devices may impair the measurements. It must be
ensured that the ISA™ CO
2
analyzer is used in an electromagnetic environment as
specified in the ISA operating instructions.
The use of RF electrosurgical devices in the vicinity of the ISA™ CO
2
analyzer or the
EVE
TR
may cause interference and erroneous measurements.
Do not create negative pressure in the Nomoline tube (e.g. using a syringe) to remove
water condensation.
Excessive positive or negative pressure in the patient system circuit.