8 CO2 measurement (optional)
Switch on the EVE
TR
. A green LED indicates that the ISA™ analysis
adapter is ready for use.
Blow into the sample collection tube and verify that the valid CO
2
curves and values are displayed by the EVE
TR
.
Close the sample collection tube with your fingertip and wait 10 s.
Check if an occlusion alarm displays and for a red flashing light on
the CO
2
analyzer.
Connect the sample collection tube to the patient tube system.
Attach the sample collection tube to the airway adapter.
Fig. 107: Connecting the sample collection tube to the airway adapter
1 CO
2
connection analysis adapter
Connect the airway adapter socket to the ventilation system's Y piece.
Connect the airway adapter socket to the ETT tube.
The measured gas values should be checked regularly for accuracy by conducting
comparative measurements. The gas section should be tested annually.
After connecting the ISA™ CO
2
analyzer, a leakage test of the EVE
TR
patient system
is recommended.
Connection via an
airway adapter