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Oxygen Concentration | 21% - 100% |
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Humidification | Near 100% relative humidity |
Power Supply | 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Therapy Type | High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy |
Heater Temperature | Adjustable, typically 34°C - 37°C |
Primary indications and contraindications for the Precision Flow system.
Explains the meaning of warnings and cautions and stresses user responsibility.
Lists crucial safety warnings regarding device operation, power, and handling.
Highlights key features of the Precision Flow system, including its design and capabilities.
Describes the main unit's components, functions, and the gas pathway.
Explains the components and function of the disposable patient circuit.
Details the main unit's controls, display indicators, and connection ports.
Details the front panel controls, display, and indicators of the Precision Flow unit.
Describes the rear panel connections and ports of the Precision Flow unit.
Explains the docking station and precautions for cleaning its sensor ports.
Details the different operating modes (Sleep, Standby, Run) and their indicator lights.
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the oxygen sensor.
Details the installation and removal of gas filter trap assemblies.
Steps for connecting power, water, and mounting the unit to an IV pole.
Instructions for connecting the gas supply lines to the unit.
Describes how to install the cartridge into the disposable water path.
Details fitting the delivery tube to the disposable water path.
Guides on how to insert the assembled disposable patient circuit into the docking station.
Covers plugging in the unit, its self-test sequence, and status indicators.
Explains the Run/Standby button, Setting Control Knob, Alarm Mute Button, and operating modes.
Instructions for connecting sterile water and initiating gas flow and heating.
Describes the unit's startup sequence and how to adjust operational parameters.
Details how to use the control knob to adjust operational parameters.
Provides important notes regarding gas inlet pressures and setting limitations.
Steps for waiting for desired temperature, checking parameters, and attaching the cannula.
Table showing cannula types and their corresponding operational flow rates.
Provides essential guidelines for operating the unit safely and effectively.
Step-by-step instructions for stopping, clamping, removing, and discarding the disposable circuit.
Steps for opening a new circuit, installing it, and restarting the unit.
Explains how alarms are indicated (icons, audio) and how to mute them.
Describes the priorities and characteristics of different alarm tones and unit signals.
Details specific alarms, their causes, audio signals, and recommended actions.
Continues the alarm table, covering cartridge, gas supply, and temperature alarms.
Explains general fault alarms, their causes, and how to reset/handle them.
Instructions on how to properly stop and disconnect the Precision Flow unit.
Details the annual replacement procedure for the oxygen sensor.
Information on replacing gas filters and accessing/replacing fuses.
Guidelines on cleaning and disinfecting the main unit and docking station.
Lists the physical dimensions, weight, mounting, and connections of the unit.
Details power, back-up power, gas supply, and water requirements.
Covers temperature, warm-up time, humidification, and oxygen percentage specifications.
Provides flow rate ranges, compliance standards, and environmental conditions.
Table of standard cannula sizes, part numbers, and maximum flow rates.
Details the characteristics of various audio tones emitted by the unit.
Diagram and explanation of the unit's software operating modes (Fault, Standby, Run, Battery, Power Off).
Provides guidance on electromagnetic emissions compliance and environment.
Details electromagnetic immunity compliance and passed parameters.
Outlines the product warranty terms, limitations, and contact information.