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1. According to flow direction through FlowAnalyser the MultiGasAnalyser can be connected on front or back airway connector of FlowAnalyser The LED situated on the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 sensor head is used to signal the following conditions Steady green light System OK Steady blue light Anesthetic agent present Steady red light Sensor error Blinking red light Check adapter A room air calibration of the IR measurement should be performed at regular intervals as well as after replacing the airway adapter The need for a room air calibration is indicated by the permanent alarm message Room air calibration of OR required being displayed on the monitor message disappears after calibration Room air calibration may also be performed if an offset in gas readings should be discovered when verifying gas readings with a reference instrument The calibration is performed by snapping a new OR airway adapter onto the OR sensor without connecting the airway adapter to the airway circuit and then start the calibration procedure in the menu options of the FlowAnalyser gt 7 11 3 Calibrating the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 It will click into place when properly seated Wait for 15 Minutes before continuing the sensor needs to warm up Version 2 1 Page 63 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 9 8 Preventive maintenance Page 64 of 81 When replacing the airway adapter a zero calibration must be perform
2. High pressure Range 0 10 bar Accuracy 1 of reading or 10 mbar When measuring below 150mbar it is recommended to use the Differential Pressure port 150mbar since the accuracy is up to 100 times higher Pressures higher than 15 bar will destroy the sensor Version 2 1 Page 23 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 4 Electrical Interfaces 6 4 1 USB The USB interface is used to connect the FlowAnalyser to the PC The connection is located on the back of the device If FlowLab software was supplied with the device the recorded values can be graphically displayed on the computer If your device does not have this software the USB connection will be blocked It can be released at any time with a clearance code 8 2 USB Communication USB qui 6 4 2 Ethernet The Ethernet interface permits connection between the FlowAnalyser and the Internet This function is not a standard feature but is optionally available Mini Web Interface In order to use this Ethernet interface customized software is necessary If you are interested in this feature please ask imtmedical for more details Ethernet Page 24 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 4 3 RS 232 The RS232 interface is used for servicing firmware download for the connection of the MultgasAnalyser OR 703 as well as for remote control of the unit and is located on the back of the FlowAnalyser RS 232
3. 6 7 8 9 10 6 7 8 9 10 Flow channel Here you can change the measuring channel HF High Flow LF Low Flow Further on you can decide whether the internal values Flow or Pressure are used to detect a trigger or whether an external trigger shall be used gt 7 13 4 Usage of an External Volume Trigger Variable used for the start and stop triggers You can select either pressure or flow in the High flow channel Trigger edge gt Positive edge rising curve lt Negative edge falling curve Trigger level If this level is passed volume measurement will start or stop The level must be in the range of 250 250 lpm HF channel or 15 15 lpm LF channel Unit of measurement for the selected start and stop trigger variable Reset Press the assigned reset key to load the default values for the volume trigger Most volumes can be measured with these settings gt 10 3 Standard Trigger Values Baseflow Here you can switch the baseflow on and off The baseflow is a constant flow which should not be included in the calculation If this function has been selected a corresponding symbol appears in the display gt 7 6 Numerical Display Change This key takes you to edit mode where you can change the corresponding variable The Delay prevents that a single spot will release a trigger If the appropriate trigger level is not maintained for the duration of the selected delay the trigger wil
4. DAC Direct Access Control E EMC Electro magnetic compliance E Degrees Fahrenheit Conversion to Fahrenheit F from Celsius C C F 32 5 9 FCC RJ 10 Connection Jack for external Trigger RJ Registered Jack telephone connection interfaces registered with the FCC the U S Federal Communications Commission G GND Ground H Hz Hertz 1Hz 21s H Hour HF High Frequency l IP Protection class according to standard I E Breath time ratio inspiration to expiration L Liter lbs Pound LED Light Emitting Diode l s Liter per second Page 78 of 81 Version 2 1 M Max max mbar Min Min min mm ml P UsER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Maximum Millibar 1 mbar 10 bar Minute Minimum Millimeter 1 mm 10 m Milliliter 1 ml 10 I 65 __ as A Re ET AA OS OOOO Parts per million 1 10 ppm prox psi Ppeak Pmean PEEP PF Insp PF Exp Pplateau R r H RS 232 RJ 10 FCC S sl min T Ti TCycle V V VA VAC VDC um Proximal Pressure per square inch 1 bar 14 50 psi Peak pressure Mean pressure Positive End Expiratory Pressure Peak flow inspiration Peak flow expiration Plateau pressure at the end of inspiration Relative humidity Serial interface Connection Jack for external Trigger RJ Registered Jack telephone connection interfaces registered with the FCC the U S Federal Communications Commission Standa
5. On this way the additional values can be measured For Flows higher than 20 sl min the measurement is not accurate anymore g Standard liter per minute calculated using STP conditions of 21 C and 1013 mbar Version 2 1 Page 19 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 4 High Flow The High flow connection can be used for the following bi directional measurements e High flow rates 300 300 sl min Volume Temperature Humidity Oxygen Pressure in the channel High flow High flow Range 300 300 sl min Accuracy 1 75 of reading or 0 1 sl min Volume Range 0 10 sl Accuracy 2 of reading or 0 02 sl Temperature Range 0 50 C Accuracy 1 75 of reading or 0 5 C Humidity Range 0 90 not condensing Accuracy 2 r H Oxygen Range 0 100 Accuracy 1 O2 Pressure Range 0 150 mbar Accuracy 0 75 of reading or 0 1 mbar When working with higher humidity it is important that there is no condensation inside the instrument Water can destroy the sensors Pressures higher than 500 mbar will destroy the sensors g Standard liter per minute calculated using STP conditions of 21 C and 1013 mbar Page 20 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 5 Differential Pressure The Differential pressure connections can be used to measure differential pressure Differential pressure suh ota Lol Accuracy 0 75 of readin
6. oo lod ae Mesterng vemos ee ae aa oe Version 2 1 Page 53 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 8 7 Trending 8 7 1 Configuration Page 54 of 81 In this area measurements can be recorded within a specific time range Select the Configuration menu to start a specific trending recording 3 7 8 E Flow High EA Flow Lew O Pressure Difference E Pressure gin Hignflow O Hurntelity O Temperature 2 3 4 S 6 Fin TRIS ELS koc oor Trend DE 0 0 EB O46 Hill 1441 In the field Measured Variables you can define the variables and units of measurement to be recorded You can also select the color of the graphical display The corresponding mechanical connection and possible measurement range can be found in the box at the top right hand section of the display In the field Recording duration you can specify the length of the data recording The range goes from 1 minute to 100 hours The field Recording interval defines how often data should be recorded Select from a range of 0 1 seconds to 60 minutes In the field Memory resources you can check the expected file size and required working memory In the Time axis field you can select the unit of measurement which applies to the x axis In the File name field you can specify the file name and storage location Version 2 1 8 7 2 Display USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Depending on the recording time and interval very large
7. Manufacturers AQUIESS iii A a 75 11 4 2 Technical SUDOR Pus ue reds 75 12 Accessories and Spare P LFlsS iie iioi cocco eode ecu co soa Eaux ce te cuo sui vE s Ce co oo cud 76 12 1 Address Tor Ordern oeenn penu tico od oU pecua died rad o Uere ao Ad patas 76 1222 3Avallable MOUGIS aras aos toa 76 12 95 CODIOTIS ac O 76 124 Spare Pan m UU IE 76 UP rri ccm 77 14 Appendix A Abbreviations and Glossary cccoonnnonncccnccnonanananonnnnnnananannnnnnnnas 78 15 Appendix B Values and Units 5 iicet Doni ectypo Enn ica cE rana 80 Tod SA A coa desees seca be dv e en od Edd 80 US MEO Em 80 19 3 Metrology AU an TTL 80 194 Gas Cohceblrallolis to eios re Ropa doe hop one Eo B peo PETS oost i pu Mt ies 80 19 5 Respiratory Paratmeltels aen ak eui a Ssacov Eats PRU aU VR US EHI KacME uU Sade E DUE EUR Ru TahirnUGdi eb 80 15 6 GONVEISION FaC OES ec macst etx ta de I tont Dra ated mtde A 81 Version 2 1 Page 5 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 2 Preface Application This documentation applies to the products described as e FlowAnalyser PF 300 FlowAnalyser PF 301 FlowAnalyser PF 302 e MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 e FlowLab You will find the designation FlowAnalyser on the nameplate on the back of the device In this user manual the designation FlowAnalyser includes the FlowAnalyser PF 300 FlowAnalyser PF 301 and the FlowAnalyser PF 302 Software and Firmware ver
8. can be viewed and changed in the menu display Calibrations Gas type and standard Volume trigger Language HW Activation System information 1 2 5 6 1 2 3 4 S 6 12 9 3 13 10 o UH Calibrations The oxygen sensor as well as all pressure and flow sensors and the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 can be calibrated from this submenu The offset calibration for pressure and flow can also be started by pressing the Zero button Gas type Standard The gas type and standard can be specified in this submenu The settings in the Trigger submenu are used to measure the respiratory values By choosing different respiration modes standard triggers can be selected By selecting a Filter the displayed values of the Screen can be averaged over a certain time Language Select the desired language here In the HW Activation submenu you can see if the USB port or the communication to the OR 703 multi gas sensor is enabled If the FlowLab software or the integration of the gas sensor was ordered at a later date you will need to enter a clearance code before a connection can be made Version 2 1 Page 33 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Page 34 of 81 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 System info contains information on the software and hardware versions as well as data of the last factory calibration Pressing the keys 2 and 3 simultaneously will hide all menu content that impacts th
9. change the displayed language please use the language selector 27 15 Setting the Language 7 3 Adjusting the The display quality depends on the angle of viewing You may have to Contrast adjust the contrast to suit the angle of viewing to get the best display quality You adjust the contrast by simultaneously pressing the two highlighted keys 2 ey gt sta sca ews a Version 2 1 Page 27 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 4 Description of Operating Controls Direct Access Control Keys The keys do not have specific functions The different functions assigned to them can be seen in the display 7 5 Specifications for the Operating Controls Direct Access A Direct Access Control Knob DAC can be Control DAC found next to each mechanical connection If you press a DAC the information associated with that mechanical connection is shown on the display e g measured variables range of values current reading etc Gas type and gas standard is also shown in the header of the display The LED above the DAC indicates which connection is active on the display The DAC window of the HighFlow Channel Details will Show you information about the various other sensors of that channel Power The LED indicates whether the device is on Page 28 of 81 Version 2 1 7 6 Numerical Display 7 6 1 Specification for the Numerical Display USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER When you switch on the device Numer
10. constants are stored within each sensor head the probes can be replaced without the need for recalibration The measurement of CO N20 and anaesthetic agents in the gas mixture is based on the fact that the different gas components absorb infrared light at specific wavelengths The gas measurements are obtained by continuously measuring the infrared gas absorption in the gas flow through the adapter To measure the concentrations and identify the gases absorption of up to ten different wavelengths of infrared light is measured Version 2 1 Page 61 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 9 5 How to connect Page 62 of 81 Plug the OR sensor via adapter cable into the RS 232 input of the FlowAnalyser and switch the power on Only use the adapter cable provided by imtmedical ag Snap the OR sensor head on top of the OR airway adapter It will click into place when properly seated Wait for 15 Minutes until measurements are taken the sensor needs to warm up A green LED indicates that the OR sensor is ready for use The above message will appear to show that connection has been established successfully By selecting Details all technical information regarding the sensor will be displayed Version 2 1 9 6 LED Signal 9 7 Calibration of Sensor head UsER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Always position the OR sensor with the LED pointing upwards Place the MultiGasAnalyser between gas source and FlowAnalyser
11. sensor the lid must be removed Sensor Using an appropriate tool release screws 1 and 2 which hold the lid on Push the lid carefully forward Lift the cover up The oxygen sensor is located inside the analyzer 1 Remove the plug from the oxygen sensor 2 Take out the oxygen sensor by turning counter clockwise 3 Turn the new oxygen sensor clockwise to insert it into the block and reconnect the plug Version 2 1 Page 73 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 4 Replace the lid Calibrate O Sensor gt 7 11 2 Calibrating the Oxygen Sensor 11 3 3 Replacing the Fuses To replace the fuses you need to remove the back plate Using an appropriate tool release screws 1 6 which hold the back plate on Pull the back plate off Both fuses are located on the printed circuit board inside the FlowAnalyser 1 Unplug the battery 2 Remove the faulty fuse 3 Insert the new fuse Page 74 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER F1 1 25 AF external feed 18V F2 1 25 AF internal feed 12V Only use manufacturer s recommended parts gt 12 Accessories and Spare Parts 4 Replace the back plate 11 4 Contacts Please direct any queries or problems to one of the addresses below 11 4 1 Manufacturer s imtmedical ag Address Gewerbestrasse 8 CH 9470 Buchs Switzerland Tel 41 0 81 750 66 99 Fax 41 0 81 750 66 95 E Mail sales imtmedical com 11 4 2 Technic
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13. ANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 1 2 Respiratory Parameters Vti Vte Vi Ve Ti Te Ti TCycle Ppeak Pmean E PEEP Rate PF Insp PF Exp Cstat Pplateau Page 10 of 81 Breath volume of inspiration and Range expiration Accuracy Minute volume of inspiration and Range expiration Accuracy Inspiration and expiration times Range Accuracy Ratio Inspiration time Breath Range cycle time Accuracy Maximum pressure Range Accuracy Mean pressure Range Accuracy Respiration time ratio Range Accuracy Positive End Expiratory Pressure Range Accuracy Rate of respiration Range Accuracy Maximum flow of inspiration Range Accuracy Maximum flow of expiration Range Accuracy Static Compliance Range Accuracy Plateau Pressure Range Accuracy Version 2 1 10sl 2 or 0 02sl High flow 0 01 Low flow 300 sl min 2 or 0 02 High flow 0 01 Low flow 0 05 60s 0 02s 0 10096 5 0 150 mbar 0 75 or 0 1 mbar 0 150 mbar 0 75 or 0 1 mbar 1 300 300 1 2 5 0 150 mbar 0 75 or 0 1 mbar 1 1000 bpm 2 5 or 1 bpm 300 sl min 1 75 or 0 1 sl min 300 sl min 1 75 or 0 1 sl min 0 1000 ml mbar 3 or 1 ml mbar 0 150 mbar 0 75 or 0 1 mbar 5 1 3 Principle of Operation for Flow Measurement UsER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER The Flow is measured over a differential pressure measurement in the flow c
14. Dioxide CO Nitrous oxide Oxide N2O Halothane HAL Enflurane ENF Isoflurane ISO Sevoflurane SEV Desflurane DES At the same time you can measure CO N20 and one of the five narcotic agents The MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 is intended to be connected to the FlowAnalyser for gas measurements in order to calibrate or test anaesthetic systems 9 2 Intended use It is not intended to be used in means of monitoring a patient It is not intended to be used in outdoor transport applications such as in cars or in aircrafts 9 3 Warnings The MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 is intended for use by professionally trained personnel only The MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 must not be used with flammable anaesthetic agents Used disposable airway adapters shall be disposed of in accordance with local regulations for contaminated and biologically fluids Measurements can be affected by mobile and RF communications equipment It should be assured that the MultiGasAnalyser is used in the electromagnetic environment specified Page 60 of 81 Version 2 1 Design and theory USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER The MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 consists of an OR sensor head 1 an oxygen sensor cell optional 2 an airway adapter 3 and an adapting cable 4 The OR sensor head snaps in place on the top of the airway adapter that includes the optical components for measuring all gases As all necessary calibration
15. ER 13 Disposal The operator is responsible for the disposal of the device The operator must either Deliver the device free of charge and duty paid to the manufacturer for disposal or Surrender the device to a licensed private or public collection company or Professionally dismantle the component parts and recycle them dispose of them properly Where an operator chooses to dispose of the device himself the disposal regulations are specified for each country and laid down in the appropriate laws and regulations Please consult the responsible authorities for instructions on what is required With this in mind all waste is to be recycled or disposed of Without any risk to human health Without employing procedures or methods which cause damage to the environment in particular water air earth flora and fauna Without causing any noise or odor nuisance Without detriment to the surroundings or landscape Version 2 1 Page 77 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 14 Appendix A Abbreviations and Glossary A A Ampere AC Alternating current ASB Ampere slow blow B bar 1 bar 14 50 psi Baseflow The baseflow is a constant flow which should not be included in the volume calculation C C Degrees Celsius Conversion to Celsius C from Fahrenheit F F 9 C 5 32 Cstat Statistical compliance D dBA Decibels measured with A filter DC Direct current DIN Deutsche Industrienorm German Industrial Standards
16. L FLOWANALYSER The numerical displays can be configured in the four configuration displays Here you can change the variables and corresponding units of measurement for all four numerical displays 1 2 3 4 S 6 2 1 3 4 5 6 Number of configuration display You can switch between four different configuration displays The number of the configuration display corresponds with the number of the numerical display The measured variable currently shown on the numerical display gt 15 Appendix B Values and Units You can highlight any value in the display by pressing the arrow keys A red LED alerts you to the corresponding mechanical connection The unit of measurement used to for the variable in the numerical display gt 15 Appendix B Values and Units Change This key switches you to edit mode so that you can change the corresponding variable or unit of measurement Press Save to save the new value Next Use this key to switch from one of the four configuration displays to the next Numerical Press this key to exit the configuration display The numerical display returns Version 2 1 Page 31 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 7 8 Statistics Display 7 8 1 Specification of the Statistics Display Page 32 of 81 The four statistics displays show the current readings minimum maximum and mean values for the measured variables The variables in the statistics display correspond with t
17. SER 8 9 Gas Calculator The gas calculator enables users to configure a mixture of varying gas fractions for flow and volume measurements Users can select the ratio of standard gases as well as the ratio and physical characteristics of customized gases Vincas Miscositp Confocal 1 amp Pa x 1 amp Pa st esla ane To z z 3 J gt Ld w aw Gar Misture 9 AE 101 db 1 Customized gases user defined 2 Ratio of the total gas volume 3 Physical characteristics entered by the user 4 Total gas mixture 5 Balance Gas The ratio of the balance gas is automatically calculated The sum of the ratios must be 100 Page 58 of 81 Version 2 1 8 10 FlowLab Settings USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER In the header toolbar menu listing under File the Load FlowLab Settings and Save FlowLab Settings options allows users to save and load user defined settings The following settings can be saved using this important menu function Panels Numerics Trending Reports The settings are then saved as an ini File Version 2 1 Page 59 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 9 MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 The MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 head comprises a state of the art ten channel non dispersive infrared NDIR gas bench a barometric pressure sensor a power regulator a CPU and an RS 232 digital interface The sensor measures concentrations of 9 1 Description Carbon dioxide
18. The connection to the RS 232 port has to be established over the special RS 232 Download Cable gt 12 4 Spare Parts If the instrument has to be remote controlled e g through a specific software package you can as your authorized dealer for a detailed description of the protocol Assignment The pin numbers are equal on the instrument as well as on the D Sub 9 plug where as pin 1 on the instrument is on the top Pin 5 GND Pin 7 TxD Pin 8 RxD Pin 1 2 3 4 6 9 Not connected Version 2 1 Page 25 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 4 4 External Trigger The external trigger interface is used to trigger measurement of volume The input is decoupled Please use a 4 pole FCC plug of the type RJ 10 to connect Ext Trigger Assignment 1 2 5 24 V DC 3 4 GND 6 4 5 Grounding To protect the device from interference by electromagnetic fields as well as prevent internal static electricity build up it must be grounded using this connection Grounding pin Page 26 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 7 Operation 7 1 Switching the Device On and Off Check that all cables and hoses are connected correctly and check compliance with technical data 76 Preparing for Use The device can be switched on and off with the on off switch on the back 7 2 The Start When the FlowAnalyser is switched on a welcome screen appears Screen Three seconds later the numerical readings are displayed If you wish to
19. UAL FLOWANALYSER 7 11 2 Calibrating the The oxygen sensor consists of an electrochemical cell and has to Oxygen Sensor be recalibrated from time to time as a result of aging When you start the calibration 10096 oxygen and then ambient air must be applied as instructed by the device During both steps it is essential that enough of each gas flows through the main measuring channel for a sufficient duration The calibration takes 75 seconds for each gas The optimal flow is 20 to 30 l min and may not be changed during the calibration process If you make any changes to the measuring screen of the High flow or Low flow channel flow measurement will have to be recalibrated Recalibration can only be carried by the manufacturer or an authorized metrology station Please refer to the Special chapter regarding the 7 11 3 Calibrating the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 gt 9 MultiGasAnalyserTM OR 703 MultiGasAnalyser OH 703 Version 2 1 Page 39 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 7 12 Gas Type and Standard Page 40 of 81 Depending on the gas to be measured you will first have to set the appropriate gas type on the FlowAnalyser Select from the following gas types e Air 100 e Air O2 Man Air O Mixture according to manual input Standard value is 10096 O e Air O Auto Air O Mixture according to sensor reading of the internal Mixture cell N20 0 Man Nitrous oxide O Mixture acco
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21. al Support Tel 41 0 81 750 66 99 Fax 41 0 81 750 66 95 E Mail techsupport imtmedical com Version 2 1 Page 75 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 12 Accessories and Spare Parts 12 1 Address for Ordering 12 2 Available Models 12 3 Options 12 4 Spare Parts Page 76 of 81 imtmedical ag Gewerbestrasse 8 CH 9470 Buchs Switzerland Tel 41 0 81 750 66 99 Fax 41 0 81 750 66 95 E Mail sales imtmedical com Article FlowAnalyser PF 300 FlowAnalyser PF 301 VAC FlowAnalyser PF 302 LOW Article FlowLab Software MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 SmartLung Adult SmartLung Infant Trigger Module T20 FlowAnalyser Adapter Set Down load cable RS 232 High Pressure Adapter DISS O2 Article Filter Pall Oxygen sensor Fuse 1 25 A F Lead acid battery 12 VDC 1 2 A USB Cable 1 8 m Power supply 100 240 VAC Power cord Europe Power cord England Power cord USA User Manual German User Manual English User Manual French Cardboard box for shipping OR Airway Adapter OR Adapter cable Version 2 1 Order number 300 116 000 300 116 001 300 116 002 Order number 900 015 000 500 041 000 300 162 000 300 400 004 300 746 000 300 548 000 400 006 000 500 030 000 Order number 100 127 000 200 050 000 200 030 004 200 034 000 200 051 000 300 789 000 200 055 000 200 055 001 200 055 002 800 022 000 800 022 001 800 022 002 400 060 000 300 160 000 300 159 000 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYS
22. all minimum requirements before installation gt 5 7 Minimum PC Requirements Please Observe the software instructions during the installation process If your device was not configured to use FlowLab software in the factory you will need to do this afterwards by entering a clearance code for the USB interface This code can be obtained from your FlowAnalyser dealer 7 16 HW Activation FlowLab software is divided into three areas panels numerics and trending Select the required area from the icons on the left hand side of the FlowLab window The three areas will be described in the following chapters Language Performance Reports Gas type Standardisation Trigger r Language Screen Language English In the Tools Options menu you can set the same settings as in Menu of the FlowAnalyser Language gas Standardisation Gas type and volume Triggers gt 7 9 Menu Display Warning Except of the language the device will adopt any changes that you make here to the FlowAnalyser Additionally you can find the setting Performance where you can change the update rate for your monitor and the configuration area for Reports gt 8 8 Reporting Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 8 5 Panels A maximum of 6 readings can be graphically displayed here All related settings can be made in the Configuration menu 8 5 1 Configuration Whenever you select a variable th
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24. can also be operated with the built in battery A battery symbol appears to indicate battery operation and loading status of battery Battery full m sporco Battery empty Please recharge A warning message appears if the battery gets very low gt 5 4 Battery Mode USB The analyser can be connected to a PC via the USB connection This symbol appears if a connection to the PC has been established Measured variable Shows the variable Variables can be changed in the configuration monitor 7 7 1 Specification for the Configuration Display Unit of measurement Shows the unit of the variable Units can be changed in the configuration monitor gt 7 7 1 Specification for the Configuration Display Config Press the assigned key to reach the configuration display Here you can change the variables and unit of measurement 7 7 Configuration Display Statistics Press the assigned key to reach the statistics display where you can view the minimum maximum and average values for the individual variables gt 7 8 Statistics Display Reading Shows the actual measured value Next Use the assigned key to move between the four numerical displays Menu Press the assigned key to reach the menu display You can access the gas type volume trigger calibrations language and system info from the menu Version 2 1 7 17 7 7 1 Configuration Display Specification for the Configuration Display USER MANUA
25. e corresponding mechanical connection is highlighted in the box on the right hand side and the range is shown below Version 2 1 Page 49 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Page 50 of 81 ii Flaw abs E soe E C Loop F mam E Ga Vale pressus pn gnis unit Sh siColor uid E Pare I a TiielHaciooior ogra x P as a aj Curve 1 Curve I E mue Sem F chi Gri Value mem Imm vaus bce ye ree iiri i hietaa n m StyiaiColor S Value Measured variable and its unit of measurement Grid A grid can be displayed Line color and it s type can be chosen Curve type The curve can be chosen in function of the time or as loop For the display of a loop two values have to be selected one for the x axis and one for the y axis Title Background color Each chart can here be identified by title The back color of the chart can be changed Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 8 5 2 Curve Trigger The menu curve trigger is relates to the graphical display of the curves O Shot Curve curve triggers are needed to start the display Do not confuse this trigger with the volume trigger which calculates volumes and respiratory coefficients gt 7 13 Setting the Volume Trigger tad FlowLab Disconnected File View Curve Trigger Reports Tools Help gt Run ll Freeze 15 Autoscale E scale Down A scale Up 10 P st Trigger source C
26. e measurements This avoids unwanted changes of the settings Factory Default button gives you the option or resetting your FlowAnalyser to the original delivery settings Back always brings you one level back In this screen it will bring you to the numerical values Zero Starts an offset calibration for the pressure and flow sensors Attention During this fast calibration no warnings are displayed and the screen will change at the end automatically to the numerical values Select Press this key to open the selected submenu Numerical Press this key to exit the menu display The numerical display returns Data Storage Measurement parameters can be saved and viewed Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 7 10 Data Storage 10 records each containing up to 16 measurement values can be Capabilities stored directly on the FlowAnalyser The selected gas standard and gas type are automatically stored in the data record 7 10 1 Storing Data Step 1 1 Enter the Statistics display 77 8 Statistics Display 2 Press Store to save the displayed measurement values Step 2 1 Select the data no you would like to store the measurement values under 2 Press Store number you have stats e new tie will OMEN replace the old data Version 2 1 Page 35 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 10 2 Retrieving Data Page 36 of 81 Step 1 1 Enter the Menu display and select Data Storage gt 7 9 Menu Disp
27. ed Special care should be taken to avoid breathing into the adapter during the calibration procedure The presence of ambient air 21 O and 0 CO in the OR airway adapter is of crucial importance for a successful room air calibration Always perform a pre use check after performing a calibration The sensor can be cleaned using a cloth moistened with ethanol or isopropyl alcohol Gas readings should be verified at regular intervals with a reference instrument imtmedical ag is offering a service for recertification the measurements of the sensor Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 9 9 Specifications MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 Physical Data Dimensions W x D x H 37 x 27 x 25 mm 1 45 x 1 1 x 0 9 inches 30 g cable excluded Environmental Data 10 40 C 50 95 F 10 9596 RH non condensing 5 100 RH condensing Operating atmospheric 700 1200 hPa 700 hPa corresponding pressure to an altitude of 3048 m Range Inaccuracy Accuracy specifications CO 0 10 8 of reading or 0 3 ABS N O 0 100 8 of reading or 2 ABS HAL ISO ENF 0 5 8 of reading or 0 15 ABS SEV 0 8 8 of reading or 0 15 ABS DES 0 18 8 of reading or 0 15 ABS Rise time 10 CO lt 60 ms l min N5O Hal Iso Enf Sev Des lt 150ms Monitoring Numerical Data and Real time Waveform with FlowLab Software Version 2 1 Page 65 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 10 Measuring Respirato
28. er manual and calibration certificate FlowLab PC software Filter FlowAnalyser Adapter Set Page 16 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 2 Power Supply Power is connected to the back of the FlowAnalyser The main power switch is used to switch the instrument on and off A LED marked with Charging lights up when the battery is being charged This also works when the device is off MUNI e 6 2 1 Supply Voltage The mains voltage for the power pack supplied is 100 240 V AC at 50 60 Hz The FlowAnalyser may only be operated with the original power pack supplied For protection against interference from electromagnetic fields and static electricity the device must be grounded using the pins provided Before you switch on the device check that the operating voltage of the power pack complies with the local mains voltage Details can be found on the nameplate on the back of the power pack Version 2 1 Page 17 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 Mechanical Connections 6 3 1 Protection Filter In order to protect the instrument from contaminations with particles of the air it is important to use the filter which is delivered with each instrument The filter has to be used on the High flow as well as on the Low flow channel Particles in the air may clog the measuring system and provoke inaccurate measuring results The Filter has to be checked on a regular bas
29. f 37 C 99 F actual pressure and 100 humidity S saturated BTPD Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 37 C 99 F actual pressure and 0 humidity D 7 dry 0 1013 Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 0 C 1013 25mbar and 0 humidity 32 F 760mmHg 20 981 Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 20 C 981mbar and 0 humidity 68 F 73I6mmHg 15 1013 Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 15 5 C 1013 25mbar and 0 humidity 60 F 760mmHg 20 1013 Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 20 C 1013 25mbar and 0 humidity 68 F 760 mmHg 25 991 Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 25 C 991mbar and 0 humidity 77 F 743mmHg In this user manual the unit sl min is based on ambient conditions of 0 C and 1013 mbar DIN 1343 Please refer to Appendix B Values and Units where you also can find conversion factors for the units Version 2 1 Page 13 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 3 Power Supply Input voltage of power pack Supply voltage Power consumption 5 4 Battery Mode Running time in battery mode Running time in battery mode with the MultiGasAnalyser Charging the battery 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 15 V DC 25VA 3h 2h A complete charge takes 8 h The life time of the battery will be enlarged if the battery is used till the request for recharge and than charged for 8 h The instrument is warning visual
30. files can be produced which can cause problems with the computer Under normal circumstances we recommend a maximum file size of 1 MB 7 The section File enables you can to enter a title which will be displayed above the trending curves Descriptive notes will be copied to the trending file but are not shown in the Display section 8 Once the Start button is pressed the data are captured as defined and displayed online Two files will be generated The log file is containing all measurements and can be used by Excel or other data base systems The cfg file contains the information for FlowLab to be able to reopen the trending files You can follow the data acquisition in the Display menu al M JW JW 1 AM M Mere Que ATA A APTA PAVOS ARAN ADE LADO AA ATTE ls A 3 um Tu tp 1E Ban Eun umm am aum Ve i rooms Deb ali ee Da m Tamam tsi in bre reas heag unas Eme ii Tr aor EI In the Display view the curves can be visualized and analyzed You can use the same zooming functions and cursors as with the Panels By pressing load trend you can load another trending file which has been produced earlier Version 2 1 Page 55 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 8 8 Reporting The reporting function is to print out your measurements in a sheet which includes the measured numerical data the curves the company s data and descriptions 8 6 1 Configuration In the C
31. g or 0 1 mbar Range 150 150 mbar 6 3 6 Low pressure PF 302 There is an additional low pressure sensor for the PF 302 LOW LOW The sensor is connected to the specified connector and is marked with a blue ring Low pressure Range 0 5 mbar ey Accuracy 1 of reading or 0 01 mbar When using one of the pressure options low P or 1bar the sensor 150 mbar will be connected to the remaining connector where as the second port of the sensor is measuring against ambient The measurement range remains the same Version 2 1 Page 21 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 7 Pressure sensor 1 There is an additional pressure sensor 1 bar for the PF 301 bar PF 301 VAC VAC The sensor is connected to the specified connector and is marked with a yellow ring Pressure sensor 1bar Range 1000 1000 mbar Accuracy 0 5 or reading or 2 mbar When using one of the pressure options low P or 1bar the sensor 150 mbar will be connected to the remaining connector where as the second port of the sensor is measuring against ambient The measurement range remains the same Page 22 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 8 High Pressure The High pressure connection can be used to measure pressures greater than 150 mbar If you prefer for this connection a DISS O Connection there is an appropriate adapter available gt 12 4 Spare Parts
32. hannel As restrictor a screen is used Pressure Difference Ap n Measure Screen Gas Flow Q Lm TM y Ap c qpQrepQ n dynamic viscosity of gas Pa s p density of gas kg m3 C1 c2 device specific constants channel geometry Dynamic The viscosity of a medium is its Viscosity resistance to shear or flow The viscosity is strongly temperature dependent e Small dependent on humidity and pressure Density The density is a measure of the medium s mass per unit of volume The density is strongly temperature and pressure dependent The dependence on the ambient conditions is the reason why the flow is sometimes transferred to standard conditions 25 2 Standard Conditions for Flow Measurement Version 2 1 Page 11 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 1 4 Special Functions 5 1 5 Communication Interfaces 5 1 6 Physical Data 5 1 7 Calibration by User 5 1 8 Operational Data 5 1 9 Extras Page 12 of 81 Automatic battery operation in event of power failure USB RS 232 port for FW download remote control and connection of optional MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 Trigger input digital for volume trigger Weight 3 7 kg Dimensions Ix w xh 22x25 x 12 cm Gas types Air O2 N20 He N2 CO and Mixed Air Os N20 0 He O gt Offset calibration of pressure sensors Calibration of oxygen sensor Temperature 15 40 C 59 104 F Humidity 10 90 r H not condensing Air p
33. he device can be operated from a built in battery The FlowAnalyser is a measuring device for testing and calibrating ventilators The FlowAnalyser should not be used for patient monitoring The FlowAnalyser must not be connected to a ventilator which is being used by a patient Version 2 1 Page 7 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 4 Safety Instructions 4 1 Symbols for This User Manual uses the symbols below to draw your specific Danger Warnings attention to the remaining dangers associated with proper use and and Notes to emphasize important technical requirements Information or directions warnings to prevent any sort of damage risk 4 2 Personnel The FlowAnalyser may only be operated or worked on by personnel with suitable technical training and appropriate experience 4 3 Responsibilities The manufacturer assumes no responsibility or guarantee and and Guarantees exonerates himself accordingly from liability claims where the operator or any third party has Page 8 of 81 Used the device improperly Disregarded technical data Tampered with the device in any way modifications changes etc Operated the device using accessories that are not listed in the associated product documentation Although this device features a high standard of quality and safety and has been built and tested according to the current state of the art improper usage or misuse can result in injuries with serio
34. he variables in the numerical display 2 1 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 1 Number of the statistics display You can switch between four different statistics displays The number of the statistics display corresponds with the number of the numerical display 2 Measured variable Shows the measured variable Variables can be changed in the configuration monitor gt 7 7 1 Specification for the Configuration Display 3 Current reading Shows the actual measured value using the same units as in the numerical display 4 Min This value shows the lowest value measured since the last reset 5 Max This value shows the highest value measured since the last reset 6 Mean This value shows the arithmetic average of all values measured since the last reset After one minute a moving average of one minute is displayed 7 Reset Press this key to reset the statistical values to zero Simultaneously all respiratory parameters will be set to no Tr 8 Next Use this key to switch from one of the four statistics displays to the next 9 Numerical Press this key to exit the statistics display The numerical display returns 10 Store Press this key to save measurement parameters In the statistic display the same units are being used as defined in the numeric display Version 2 1 7 9 Menu Display 7 9 1 Specification of the Menu Display USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER The following parameters
35. ical 1 appears on the display Four measured values can be displayed on the display at the same time In the title bar you can see the current settings for the gas type standard battery status mains mode and USB connection 1 Numerical display number Altogether there are four different numerical displays allowing a maximum of 16 values to be displayed 2 Trigger Indication This icon indicates the detection of a trigger at the actual ventilation cycle The icon is displayed for Y second and indicates the start of a new inspiration If this icon does not appear the trigger settings need to be adjusted gt 7 13 Setting the Volume Trigger As long as there is no trigger event being detected No Trig information is shown in the reading field 3 Baseflow This symbol appears if the baseflow function has been activated for volume measurement 7 13 Setting the Volume Trigger 4 Gas type currently selected Depending on what type of gas is being measured the device must be set accordingly gt 7 12 Gas Type and Standard 5 Standard The values displayed will be calculated using the selected standards Choose from several common gas standards 7 12 Gas Type and Standard Version 2 1 Page 29 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Page 30 of 81 Power supply This symbol appears when the device is connected to the power supply The analyzer
36. igher accuracy than the ones calculated by today s ventilators More accurate calculated data may indeed be obtained by setting different trigger thresholds If the values of the FlowAnalyser have to be compared to the values of a ventilator it is important to know exactly how the requested value is measured or calculated in the ventilator Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 10 6 1 Inspiration Volume Vti When the ventilation cycle reaches a plateau or a pause the inspiration flow is technically zero however a very small flow could remain and be measured and integrated Most current ventilators do not count this flow into the volume calculation By adapting the trigger settings as described below one can set the FlowAnalyser to disregard these measurements Breath Cycle gt A V A Inspiration Expiration gt A S S Start and End Trigger pue Vo 10 6 2 Expiration Volume Vte A similar situation could arise while measuring Vte Breath Cycle V A Inspiration Expiration l Start Trigger cu Version 2 1 Page 71 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 11 Care and Maintenance 11 1 Guidelines for Care and Maintenance 11 2 Notes on Replacing Components 11 3 Preventative Cleaning and Maintenance Routines Page 72 of 81 Maintenance work must be carried out with care and according to regulations to ensure that the FlowAna
37. is 11 3 Preventative Cleaning and Maintenance Routines 6 3 2 FlowAnalyser The FlowAnalyser Adapter Set included assists in connecting Adapter Set various test objects to the FlowAnalyser A minimal amount of dead space as well as minimal differences in the Flow stream assist in assuring highly accurate measurements When using the Low flow connection for measuring respiratory parameters the positive interface of the differential pressure sensor is used for the pressure measurement The T Piece included with the connection tube connects the corresponding interfaces Page 18 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 3 3 Low Flow The Low flow connection is used to measure small flow rates In order to calculate respiratory parameters using this measurement channel the trigger must be set to infant 210 3 Standard Trigger Values Thereby the positive interface from the differential pressure sensor will automatically be used as the pressure sensor The T Piece with the connection tube can be used to connect these two interfaces Low flow ath ira a cJ m Range 20 20 sl min Accuracy 1 75 of reading or 0 05 sl min There are no additional sensors in the low flow channel to measure temperature humidity or O2 concentration which have an impact on flow measurement To achieve very accurate measurements it helps if the back end of the low flow channel is connected to the high flow channel
38. l not be accepted High Frequency mode uses as standard a short delay Numerical Press this key to exit the statistics display The numerical display returns Version 2 1 Page 43 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 13 4 Usage of an External Volume Trigger 1 2 3 4 S 6 7 Page 44 of 81 4 External An external trigger signal is used to calculate the volume 6 4 4 External Trigger Start Specify whether volume measurement should take place upon a rising or falling edge in the signal Reset Press the assigned reset key to load the default values for the volume trigger Most volumes can be measured with these settings Baseflow Here you can specify the baseflow The baseflow is a constant flow which should not be included in the calculation If this function has been selected a corresponding symbol appears in the display gt 7 6 Numerical Display Change This key takes you to edit mode where you can change the corresponding variable The Delay prevents that a single spot will release a trigger Numerical Press this key to exit the statistics display The numerical display returns Version 2 1 7 14 Filter 7 15 Setting the Language 7 16 HW Activation USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER The display of the FlowAnalyser is updated every 500ms or in other words twice a second The acquisition of new measuring values takes place every 5ms Without using a filter the la
39. lay Step 2 1 Select the Data No you would like to view 2 Press View Step 3 1 Scroll through the four pages of your selected data number by pressing Previous and Next Once you have viewed all four pages of the selected data number the first page of the next data number will automatically appear Version 2 1 7 10 3 Erasing Data USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Step 1 1 Enter the Menu display and select Data Storage gt 7 9 Menu Display Step 2 1 Under Action select Erase All Warning If Erase All is selected all stored data will be automatically erased Version 2 1 Page 37 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 11 Calibrations All the pressure and flow sensors the oxygen sensor and the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 can be calibrated in this submenu 7 11 1 Calibrating the Pressure and Flow These calibrations are required if a value other than zero is Sensors displayed for differential pressure high pressure or flow although no connections have been made This can happen during extreme fluctuations in temperature Calibration will reset all values to zero E y if zin ure is to 15 Min mperat Therefore zero calibrations must not be performed as long the instrument is cold Jii It IS HTI pressure or f ap onnector Attention When performing the offset calibration using Zero these warnings are not displayed on the display Page 38 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MAN
40. ly and acoustically as soon as the battery has to be recharged by connecting to the power supply Do not keep the battery in discharged mode Attention A total discharge may destroy the battery 5 5 Compliance and Approvals C IEC 1010 1 safety e EN61326 1 EMC 9 e CAN CSA C22 2 No 0 M91 General e CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 Safety e CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 B 97 Safety e UL Std No 61010B 1 1 Ed General The instrument is classified in Installation category ll The instrument is assigned to Pollution degree 2 The instrument is designed for indoor use only Page 14 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 6 Device Labels and The following labels and symbols can be found on the Symbols FlowAnalyser bi RS232 RS232 interface for servicing USB USB interface for PC communication SN xxxx Serial number Warning observe accompanying documents pal Date of production Month Year Ground 5 7 Minimum PC Intel Pentium IIl 800 MHz Requirements P4 1200 MHz recommended Microsoft Windows 98 Me 2000 XP Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 01 or above 128 MB RAM 256 MB recommended 160 MB hard disc space full installation CD ROM drive Screen 800 x 600 1024 x 768 recommended Version 2 1 Page 15 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 6 Preparing for Use 6 1 Individual Supplied Parts Basic unit FlowAnalyser Power pack USB cable Us
41. lyser functions safely and effectively Only use manufacturer s recommended parts 212 4 Spare Parts Guidelines and maintenance tips provided by the individual manufacturers must be explicitly followed The maintenance work listed below should only be carried out by experienced personnel who are familiar with the FlowAnalyser All other repairs and service should only be carried out by trained personnel Always refer to the individual manufacturer s instructions To guarantee the maximum long term precision and reliability of your device the following maintenance routines must be carried out at regular intervals During operation e Always use the protection filter on both channels Every four weeks e Check the protection filter for permeability This has to be measured as a pressure drop across the filter Install a T connector on each input and output of the filter and connect each to the differential pressure port while applying a flow of 60 l min The filter must be changed if the pressure drop is greater than 2 mbar Every 12 months e Factory calibration to ensure accurate and reliable measuring Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 11 3 1 Replacing the When the measuring screens are replaced flow measurement Measuring Screen will require subsequent recalibration This can only be carried out by the manufacturer or authorized metrology laboratories 11 3 2 Replacing the Oxygen To replace the oxygen
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43. onfiguration menu you can configure all heather information of the reports as well as what shall be printed on the report zj 1 Lpr Perham Feperes Gas type Tarira Tim Report Orima Teri operand Manr Ef Data E Car mon Due i208 2008 P fest Cate Cerere prono d 84 TO fact 4 rend d nel Cleat pa ierd Flare fuerte ape Poseen E Tere ien Empty inea h pu P hl ETE OT Lo Jem 1 In the Reporting Options area you can select whether numerical data and or curves shall be printed in the report 2 In the Test Equipment area you see all information regarding the connected FlowAnalyser The data is automatically loaded from the device 3 In the Test Center field you can edit the company s data and there is also the possibility to load your company s logo to be shown in the report 4 Use the Test Object area to edit the information about the test object such as place of test tested instrument or serial number of the instrument under test Further you can define to print a unique ID number in the footer of the report 5 With the Preview Actual Data Report button an actual data report can be produced which displays the actual numerical data and curves Page 56 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER On the preview screen you have access to the printing options as well as to page layout and save settings options Version 2 1 Page 57 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALY
44. rd liter per minute calculated using ambient conditions of 0 C and 1013 mbar Ratio Inspiration time Breath cycle time Volt Apparent power consumption of device Volt Alternating Current Volt Direct Current Micrometer 1 um 10 i m Version 2 1 Page 79 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 15 Appendix B Values and Units 15 1 Pressure 15 2 Flow 15 3 Metrology Values 15 4 Gas Concentrations 15 5 Respiratory Parameters Page 80 of 81 Value Description Atmospheric pressure P Atmo Pressure high P High Pressure in High Flow P HF Differential pressure P Diff Value Description High flow Flow H Low flow Flow L Value Description Temperature Temp Humidity Humidity Oxygen Oz Dew point Dew Pt Volume Vol HF Value Description Gas concentration Gas concentration Partial pressure Partial pressure Value Description Endexpiratoric Pressure PEEP Mean pressure Pmean Peak pressure Ppeak Plateau pressure Pplateau Minute volume Ve Expiration Minute volume Vi Inspiration Peak Flow Inspiration PF Insp Peak Flow Expiration PF Exp Expirations Volume Vte Inspiration Volume Vti Rate Rate Version 2 1 Units mbar bar inH20 cmH5O psi Torr inHg mmHg hPa kPa Units l min ml min cfm l s ml s l min ml min cfm l s ml s Units C K F C K F ml cf Units Mbar bar inH20 cmH O psi Torr inHg mmHg hPa kPa Units mbar bar inH2O cmH5 O psi To
45. rding to manual input Standard value is 100 O s N20 02 Auto Nitrous oxide O Mixture according to sensor reading of the internal Mixture cell e Heliox 21 Oz e He O2 Man Helium O Mixture according to manual input Standard value is 100 O He O2 Auto Helium O Mixture according to sensor reading of the internal Mixture cell e N20 100 e CO 100 Press Change to switch between the various options and select the value with Save When using O2 Man the O2 Concentration can be changed in the same manner Standard conditions are specific conditions for pressure temperature and sometimes humidity as well which form the basis for ascertaining the actual measured flow It is therefore essential that you check precisely which standard condition the displayed value is based on The currently selected standard is shown in the numerical display gt 5 2 Standard Conditions for Flow Measurement If you press Change you will see a plus and minus which you can use to switch between the different options Select the value with Save Selecting the wrong gas type or wrong gas standard can lead to measurement inaccuracies of up to 20 Version 2 1 7 13 Setting the Volume Trigger 7 13 1 Selection of Ventilation Mode USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Volume calculations are started and stopped by means of a trigger The volume trigger can be set to start and stop according to flow or pressure in the High flo
46. ressure 700 1060 mbar Storage and transport 10 60 C 14 140 F conditions at 5 95 r H FlowLab Software MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 2 Standard Conditions for Flow Measurement Ambient Temperature and Pressure Ambient Temperature and Pressure D dry Ambient Temperature and Pressure S saturated Ambient Pressure at 21 C Standard Conditions USA Standard Conditions USA humid Body Temperature and Pressure Saturated Body Temperature and Pressure Dry Standard Conditions according to DIN 1343 Standard Conditions according to ISO 1 1975 DIN 102 API Standard Conditions 20 C 1013mbar Cummings Standard ATP Volume calculation using ambient conditions of actual temperature actual pressure and actual humidity ATPD Volume calculation using ambient conditions of actual temperature actual pressure and 0 humidity D dry ATPS Volume calculation using ambient conditions of actual temperature actual pressure and 100 humidity S saturated Volume calculation using ambient conditions de of 21 1 C 70 F actual pressure and actual humidity STEP Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 21 1 C 1013 25 mbar and 0 humidity 70 F 760mmHg STPH Volume calculation using ambient conditions of 21 1 C 1013 25 mbar and actual humidity 70 F 760 mmHg BTPS Volume calculation using ambient conditions o
47. rr inHg mmHg hPa kPa l min ml min cfm l s ml s ml cf ml cf b min USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER Ratio lE Expiration time Te S Inspiration time Ti S Compliance Cstat Ml mbar l mbar ml cmH50 ml cmH50 15 6 Conversion Factors 1 mbar equals 9 901 par 100 Pa 1 hPa 0 1 kPa 0 75006 torr 760 torr 1 atm 0 000986 atm 0 75006 mmHg at0 C 0 02953 inHg at 0 C 1 01974 cmH O at4 C 0 40147 inH O at4 C 0 01450 psi psia 1b 1000 mbar ar equals 0 1 Pa 1000 hPa 100 kPa 750 06 torr 760 torr 1 atm 0 986921 atm 750 06 mmHg at 0 C 29 53 inHg at 0 C 1019 74 cmH20 at4 C 401 47 inH20 at4 C 14 50 psi psia Version 2 1 Page 81 of 81
48. rs then appear which can be selected with the arrow keys Using Change you can set each individual number to the correct value and then save it with Save Once all digits have been adjusted press Set PW to save the code Enabled will appear on the screen if the code entered was correct Please enter the code with right justification and leave the remaining positions as 0 The following information can be found here e Software version e Hardware version e Date of last factory calibration e Serial number of device In the System Info Menu it is possible to make invisible all menu options that contain settings which have an impact on the measurements This avoids unwanted changes e g when used in a production line Press the keys 2 and 3 simultaneously while the System Info menu is active to make the options invisible Enter System Info again and press the keys 2 and 3 simultaneously to get back all menu options visible Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 7 19 Factory Defaults The Factory Defaults setting allows you to re set your FlowAnalyser settings to the delivered neutral settings Please note the new settings can only be activated by turning off and re starting your FlowAnalyser equipment Version 2 1 Page 47 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 8 JFlowLab Software 8 1 Installation 8 2 USB Communication 8 3 Overview 8 4 Options Page 48 of 81 Check that your computer meets
49. ry Coefficients 10 1 General To be able to measure respiratory coefficients the FlowAnalyser has to be able to pick out a respiratory cycle from the pressure and or flow curves The triggers are controlling this Breath Cycle V P A Inspiration Expiration lt Start riu mr LE A A A ol asa nailer tice aad Vo End Trigger It is therefore essential that the start and stop triggers are correctly defined as they have a significant effect on the resulting measurements General volume triggers are used to trigger a respiratory cycle gt 7 13 Setting the Volume Trigger It is therefore very important that the volume triggers are set correctly before starting to measure the respiratory coefficients The start trigger is defined as the start of the inspiration phase The stop trigger is defined as the end of the inspiration phase and start of the expiration phase Expiration continues until the next start trigger appears Page 66 of 81 Version 2 1 10 2 Connection to the Ventilator 10 3 Standard Trigger Values USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER There are three different ways to connect the FlowAnalyser to the ventilator A After the Y piece PF 30X Ventilator Test lung B Inthe inspiration channel before the Y piece PF 30X Ventilator LI Test lung C Inthe expiration channel before the Y piece EE Test lung Ventilator As the FlowAnalyser can measure flow
50. s in both directions connection A would seem to be the best option With this configuration the flow is usually selected as trigger variable The standard trigger values for the flow trigger are Start trigger Flow gt 3 l min End trigger Flow lt 3 l min Further standard triggers you will find in the chapter Operation gt 7 13 2 Standard Trigger Pressure is usually used as the trigger signal for connections B and C In this case the standard values are as follows e Start trigger Pressure gt 1 mbar End trigger Pressure lt 1 mbar Version 2 1 Page 67 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 10 4 Baseflow 10 5 Finding the Correct Trigger Values 10 5 1 Flow curve after Y Piece Page 68 of 81 Baseflow refers to a constant base flow that is not included in the volume calculation For example if there is a definite leak in the system which constantly loses 3 l min air these 3 l min are not part of the inspiration volume By entering e Baseflow On 3 0 l min The volume calculation can be corrected for this example The first time you have to set a trigger you need to know the curve pattern of the signal used for the trigger flow or pressure We therefore advise that you observe this curve first with the FlowLab software On the graph it is then very easy to see where the triggers should be set Below are a few examples to illustrate possible problems This example shows a normal flow cur
51. sions This documentation applies to the following versions e FlowLab Software Version 4 1 1 e FlowAnalyser Firmware Version 4 1 1 When using older or newer versions small differences to this manual may appear Key to symbols used in this manual Keys FlowAnalyser labels and Keys such as Power information in the display labels such as USB and information in the display such as Changing the settings are shown in bold italic type References to pages and chapters The symbol XY is used for references to pages and chapters 5 1 6 Physical Data Version details Edition of this User Manual July 2008 Version 2 1 Subject to technical modification without prior warning Page 6 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 3 Intended Use The FlowAnalyser is a compact mobile and easy to use measuring device The FlowAnalyser carries out all the following measurements Low flow 20 20 l min High flow 300 300 l min Volume Differential pressure High pressure Atmospheric pressure Oxygen Temperature Humidity Dew point It can also measure a variety of respiratory parameters Inspiration volume expiration volume Rate of respiration FE Inspiration time expiration time Ppeak Pmean PEEP PF Insp Peak flow inspiratory PF Exp Peak flow expiratory Ti TCycle Cstat Pplateau and HF The FlowAnalyser has been designed for mobile use In the event of power failure t
52. test measured value will be displayed when updating the screen Since each measurement is showing some noise it makes sense to average the values over a certain period of time This is the meaning of the filter function You can select one of the following filters e None Display of the latest measured value without thresholds e Low Mean value over 240ms Medium Mean value over 480ms e High Mean value over 960ms The standard filter is Medium Press Change and scroll through the different filters using the arrow keys Press Save to save the selected filter The filter function does only impact the values displayed on the screen of the FlowAnalyser The FlowLab Software does always show the raw unfiltered values The display can be set to a number of languages The available languages are continuously being revised and updated Press Change and scroll through the different languages using the arrow keys Press Save to save the selected value In the submenu HW Activation you can see if the USB port or the communication to the MultiGasAnalyser OR 703 is enabled If the FlowLab software or the integration of the gas sensor was added later you will have to enter a clearance code before you can use the optional feature Version 2 1 Page 45 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 17 Accessing System Info 7 18 Invisible Menu Options Page 46 of 81 To enter the code press Release Various numbe
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54. urve 1 C Curve 2 C Curve 1 Panel 2 C Curve 2 m P C Curve 1 Panel 3 C Curve 2 Trigger configuration Trigger source Flow High l min m O O Hi Trigger type single Shot mL 0 00 lin Trigger level Pretrigger 1 00 s LI Positive edge Negative edge Version 2 1 Page 51 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 1 Trigger source Here you can choose the curve which shall be adjusted below 2 Trigger type Here you can choose the type of the trigger This setting stays the same for all curves There are three different types e Auto This always displays the updated curve No curve triggers are needed e Norm This displays a static curve which is updated with each new trigger e Single Shot Use this function to capture a single curve The trigger has to be activated manually 3 Trigger level The curve starts to be displayed when the measured value passes this level 4 Pretrigger If a certain period of the curve has to be displayed prior the effective trigger point this can be adjusted here 5 Edge for the trigger 8 5 3 Cursors If you wish to look at a curve in more detail this can easily be done with the cursors provided Altogether there are 4 different styles of cursor Value Y Displays the Y value at the point where the cursor is intersected Period Displays the time period between t
55. us consequences Therefore please read this user manual carefully and keep this documentation within reach of the device Version 2 1 5 1 1 Analyser Values Low flow High flow Volume Pressure in High flow Differential pressure High pressure Atmospheric pressure Oxygen Humidity Temperature Dew point Additional pressure sensors USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 5 Technical Data 5 1 Measurement Categories Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy Range Accuracy 20 20 sl min 1 75 of reading or 0 05 sl min 300 300 sl min 1 75 of reading or 0 1 sl min 100 100 sl 2 of reading or 0 02 sl High flow 0 01 sl Low flow 0 150 mbar 0 75 of reading or 0 1 mbar 150 150 mbar 0 75 of reading or 0 1 mbar 0 10 bar 1 of reading or 10 mbar 0 1150 mbar 1 of reading or 5 mbar 0 100 1 O2 0 100 Not condensing 3 r H 0 50 C 1 75 of reading or 0 5 C 10 50 C 2 of reading or 1 C Find details in chapter 6 3 6 Low pressure PF 302 LOW and 6 3 7 Pressure sensor 1 bar PF 301 VAC Standard liter per minute calculated using STP conditions of 21 C and 1013 mbar Version 2 1 Page 9 of 81 USER M
56. ve Standard triggers gt 3 l min lt 3 l min can be used here without any difficulty In this situation you must ensure that the trigger is set well above the noise in the base line as this may trigger false readings Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 10 5 2 Flow curve before Y Piece z LL 2 30 3 00 Time This curve shows the flow curve in the inspiration channel before the Y piece The first two circles mark the triggers that should be used here The figure above shows another little false signal at this measuring point after inspiration This was due to the valves switching over and caused a false trigger Warning Flow may not be used as the trigger in this instance the pressure curve should be used gt 10 5 3 Pressure curve before Y Piece Version 2 1 Page 69 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 10 5 3 Pressure curve before Y Piece 10 6 Special situations Page 70 of 81 z Lt 2 90 3 00 Time s The standard triggers can again be used for the pressure curve gt 1 mbar lt 1 mbar However please ensure here as well that the trigger is set well above the noise of the base line If not the value must be raised Please note that it is very easy to work out where the trigger should be set by using the cursor in the FlowLab software 28 5 3 Cursors The use of a standard trigger threshold enables the acquisition of very good calculated data usually of h
57. w channel gt 10 Measuring Respiratory Coefficients Over the selection of the ventilation mode you can adjust reasonable standard trigger values for each mode Using these standard triggers 9096 of all measuring tasks can be performed You can choose out of the following Ventilation modes Pediatric Ventilation The flow measurement will be taken on the Low Flow Channel where as the pressure is measured on the connector for differential pressure Pdiff e Adult Ventilation Measurements in the High Flow Channel e High Frequency Ventilation Measurements in the High Flow Channel Version 2 1 Page 41 of 81 USER MANUAL FLOWANAL YsER 7 13 2 Standard Trigger Page 42 of 81 Each Ventilation Mode is related to a set of standard triggers By pressing Reset you can always come back to these standards Standard Trigger for Pediatric Ventilation Attention The measurements in the pediatric mode are taken in the Low Flow Channel The appropriate pressure values have to be measured on the Pdiff connector This is why the Pdiff has to be connected to the flow channel using a T connector If the trigger mode is set to pediatric a pressure compensation for Low Flow Channel is activated automatically Standard Trigger for Adult Ventilation Standard Trigger for High Frequency Ventilation Version 2 1 7 13 3 Detailed Trigger Settings USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 1 2 3 4 S
58. wo cursors Frequency Displays the frequency between two cursors Peak Displays the Y value between two Peak cursors Page 52 of 81 Version 2 1 USER MANUAL FLOWANALYSER 1 Global Cursor By choosing one of the 4 corresponding icons you can select a cursor to apply to all displayed curves in the corresponding style 2 Individual Curser It is also possible to apply a cursor only for one curve If you right click the cursor a menu pops up where you can change the style of the cursor 3 Curve If two curves are displayed simultaneously in one panel you can click the corresponding curve title to select the curve relating to the cursor 8 6 Numerics In this area the data are numerically displayed The statistical values for each variable can also be seen here i e the mean value and the smallest and largest value since the last reset Further it s possible to check the tolerance of each measurement If the measured value is fitting to the predefined accepted measurement range the software will mark the value with Y The general sensor variables are in the top section and the respiratory parameters in the bottom section The overall appearance of the Numerics display can also be adjusted to individual requirements in the Configuration menu In the columns Setpoint Limit Lo and Limit Hi you can set the conditions for the automatic check of the measurements oo la Ore um Pw um m Let inn

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