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Contradictions 

There are no known contraindications for this device. 

 

Warnings 

 

Read the manual before use. 

 

NEVER

 use alcohol or cleaning agents containing alcohol or other organic solvents as 

these vapours will damage the electrochemical sensor inside. 

 

Under 

NO

 circumstances should the instrument be immersed or splashed with liquid. 

 

Ensure the unit is properly charged before taking a breath test. 

 

Breath tests must 

ONLY

 be carried out with the correct Bedfont® accessories. Failure to 

do so will cause incorrect readings and may invalidate your warranty. 

 

The vent holes on the rear of the unit must 

NEVER

 be covered during normal use. 

Covering the vent holes may cause incorrect readings. 

 

DO NOT

 attempt to modify the equipment in any way. Any attempt to do so will 

immediately invalidate your warranty, cause incorrect readings, and 

may compromise 

the safety of the device

 

DO NOT 

leave the NObreath® or docking station in direct sunlight. 

 

It is best practice to

 NOT 

let the battery run dead. 

 

Cautions 

 

Ensure the monitor is used within the correct temperature and relative humidity (RH) 
range, as stated in the specification on page 4. 

 

The NObreath® complies with the EMC requirements of IEC 60601-1-2, outside of these 
requirements portable and mobile RF communications equipment may affect the device. 

 

Federal law restricts the device to sale only by, or on the order of, a physician (USA only) 

 

NObreath® Mouthpiece technical specification 

Infection control 

A one-way valve to prevent patients 
drawing air back from the monitor.  
An integrated infection control filter 
removes and traps >99% of airborne 
bacteria and >96% of viruses

4

Dimensions 

Approx. 180 x 25 x 15 mm 

Weight 

Approx. 11g 

Materials 

Polypropylene 

 

 

Summary of Contents for NOBreath

Page 1: ...User manual 0086 Our family innovating health for yours NObreath ...

Page 2: ...h and NObreath Dock technical specification 4 Safety information and device symbols 5 Environment 6 Instrument layout 7 Display symbols 9 Demo mode 11 Performing a breath test 11 Patient profiles 12 Device information 13 Settings 14 Maintenance 16 Service settings 17 Servicing 18 Cleaning 21 Operation 22 Accessories 22 Troubleshooting 23 Returns procedure 25 Spares 26 Warranty 26 References 26 ...

Page 3: ... with the NObreath Dock and FeNOCHART software The measurement system uses electrochemical sensor technology which has been specifically designed for this purpose The sensor reacts to the presence of nitric oxide producing an electrical output which is then amplified with the result displayed The sensor has ambient air flowing into the sensor chamber while the unit is on but not performing a breat...

Page 4: ... in any way Any attempt to do so will immediately invalidate your warranty cause incorrect readings and may compromise the safety of the device DO NOT leave the NObreath or docking station in direct sunlight It is best practice to NOT let the battery run dead Cautions Ensure the monitor is used within the correct temperature and relative humidity RH range as stated in the specification on page 4 T...

Page 5: ... NObreath Dock Mains powered Input 5V 0 5A Output 5V 0 5A Plug Input 100 240V 50 60Hz 0 2A Output 5 0V 1 0A T90 response time 10 seconds Temperature Operating 10 30 C Storage transport 0 40 C Humidity Operating 25 75 non condensing Storage transport 0 95 non condensing Operating transport storage pressure Atmospheric 10 Sensor operating life 5 years subject to servicing Sensor sensitivity 1ppb Sen...

Page 6: ...gainst ingress of liquid IPXO not protected against water ingress Degree of safety application in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air oxygen or nitrous oxide Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of flammable mixtures Refer to manual The device includes a Radio Frequency RF transmitter Bluetooth CE mark Direct current Dispose of according to WEEE Serial number Manufac...

Page 7: ...st 30 Electrical fast transient burst IEC 61000 4 5 Surge IEC61000 4 5 Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply IEC 61000 4 11 Power frequency 50 60Hz Magnetic field IEC 61000 4 8 30 A m 30 A m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levels characteristic of a typical location environment Conducted RF IEC 61000 4 6 Radiated RF IEC 61000 4 3 10V m 1kHz 80 80MHz 2...

Page 8: ...nt layout 1 ON OFF button 2 Touchscreen display 3 Mouthpiece aperture 4 Vent holes 5 Service cover lock 6 Micro USB port 7 NObreath Dock applied part 8 USB cable applied part 9 NObreath single use mouthpiece 10 Mains power adaptor with connectors 8 10 ...

Page 9: ...8 Our family innovating health for yours Inside the service cover 11 Rechargeable Li ion battery 12 Breath drying cartridge 13 Ambient air NO scrubber 14 NO electrochemical sensor ...

Page 10: ...mo mode Previous screen Patient profiles PIN protected Patient results Battery full Delete patient Battery half Settings Battery critical Date time Selected Inhale adult Unselected Exhale adult Increase Inhale child Decrease Exhale child Test log Pass Change PIN Fail Disable PIN Retry Enable PIN Set measurement incentive preference Diagnostics ...

Page 11: ...der Enable Bluetooth Maintenance overdue reminder Bluetooth PIN Maintenance overdue locked reminder Bluetooth enabled display Rear cover off Service access No sensor warning Pump calibration No scrubber cartridge warning Refer to manual Reset Gas calibration Ambient mode locked Temperature too low to calibrate Adult breath test locked ...

Page 12: ...ming one 1 The demo video can be accessed from the home screen by pressing the icon 2 Select either the or icon 3 A demonstration will run through the breath test process The whole test will be shown but at an accelerated speed Performing a breath test 1 Turn the NObreath monitor ON by pressing the power button once 2 Open a new NObreath mouthpiece and insert it into the front of the unit 3 To sta...

Page 13: ...files If your PIN is entered incorrectly you will be notified and the screen will refresh for you to re enter your PIN If you have forgotten your PIN please contact Bedfont or your local distributor to reset it 9 Alternatively you can return to the home screen by pressing Patient profiles The NObreath is designed to be capable of storing results in up to 50 patient profiles From the home screen se...

Page 14: ...ved to that profile Each point on the graph shows the numerical reading and the date time at which it was logged Edit a profile To edit a patient s profile select their name ID from the list and then press their name ID again Edit as desired using the keypad and either touch to keep the changes or to cancel Delete a profile Select the patient you wish to delete from the list and press the icon Pre...

Page 15: ...d automatically in the log To view the log press then the icon and scroll through using the arrows Press to return the previous screen or to return to the main screen Change PIN 1 Each device will automatically be pre set to the PIN code 0000 It is highly recommended that you change this PIN to a 4 digit number that you will remember 2 To change the PIN press the change PIN icon from the settings ...

Page 16: ...red incorrectly you will be notified and the screen will refresh for you to re enter your PIN If you have forgotten your PIN please contact Bedfont or your local distributor to reset it Change the flow meter display To change the flow meter display touch the icon in the settings menu You will be shown which meters are currently set for both the Adult and Child settings Touch each to be shown other...

Page 17: ...bled the Bluetooth icon will be visible at the top left hand of the monitor next to the battery symbol To pair another Bluetooth enabled device with the NObreath select the Bluetooth PIN icon to show the pairing PIN onscreen Press to return the previous screen or to return to the main screen Maintenance The NObreath should be calibrated at least annually or the NO sensor should be replaced The bre...

Page 18: ...raining from Bedfont or an authorized representative Doing so will invalidate the warranty and may impair the performance of the unit Bedfont will make available upon request any additional technical information and service training to appropriately qualified persons Service settings The service menu can be accessed from the settings menu by pressing the service access icon from the settings menu ...

Page 19: ...n it will be dismissed and you will have to repeat the calibration 6 A failed calibration will be indicated by Press to attempt calibration again If the problem persists see Troubleshooting or call your local supplier of Bedfont products 7 Return to the home screen by pressing View device diagnostics To access the diagnostics information screen press the icon followed by the icon From here you can...

Page 20: ...e and lift off the back cover Breath drying cartridge replacement Grip the breath drying cartridge as shown below and tug lightly until you hear a click Then simply lift the cartridge out and replace by sliding a new one into place NO scrubber replacement As shown below press down on clip on the left hand side of the monitor and slide out the NO scrubber then lift to remove and replace with a new ...

Page 21: ... groove pull the battery out towards you as demonstrated below and replace Sensor replacement 1 Using your thumb and forefinger lift the tab on the sensor and apply pressure to the top and pull directly up to gently lift the sensor up and out 2 Replace by slotting the new sensor in 3 Reassemble the NObreath and switch the device back on ...

Page 22: ...or 5 seconds and the screen will reveal the factory reset icon NOTE A factory reset will erase all patient data from the device the PIN will be reset to the default 0000 Press to confirm the factory reset or to cancel Cleaning Wipe the instrument and external surfaces with alcohol free wipes If in doubt Bedfont supply instrument cleansing wipes which we recommend and have tested with the device NE...

Page 23: ... software or plugged into the mains power adapter for charging the NObreath NOTE Please only use the mains adapter and provided with the NObreath Failure to do so will may damage the monitor and invalidate the warranty FeNOCHART software connecting to the PC The NObreath monitor is supplied with FeNOCHART software which allows you to synchronise patient data from the device to your computer where ...

Page 24: ...battery see preventive maintenance Battery failure Contact your local Bedfont representative for spares Component software failure Contact your local Bedfont representative Device too cold to be calibrated Leave device in an atmospheric temperature of 21 C 4 C 68 F 39 F until the temperature range within the device has equilibrated Device too hot to be calibrated Leave device in an atmospheric tem...

Page 25: ...Pump running too slow 1 Consult service manual if you have undergone service training 2 Contact your local Bedfont representative Pump not running 1 Consult service manual if you have undergone service training 2 Contact your local Bedfont representative Breath test failed Patient did not keep a constant flow Retry test keeping a constant flow using the on screen incentive as a guide Mouthpiece no...

Page 26: ...n provide you with a decontamination certificate to complete which also needs to be attached to the outside of the box Failure to do so will result in the product being subject to Bedfont decontamination procedure and will delay your service repair 3 Bedfont advise that you use a courier service when returning monitors This enables you to insure goods for loss or damage in transit When your goods ...

Page 27: ...cally invalidated if the security seal is broken or if the products are repaired altered or otherwise tampered with by unauthorised personnel or have been subject to misuse neglect or accident Never dispose of any electronic instrument or batteries in domestic waste At the end of the product s life contact Bedfont or its distributor for disposal instructions Single use consumables and accessories ...

Page 28: ...e right to change or update this literature without prior notice Registered in England and Wales Registered No 1289798 Bedfont Scientific Limited 2018 Contact Bedfont or one of our worldwide NObreath distributors for a free demonstration www bedfont com Tel 44 0 1622 851122 Email ask bedfont com A full list of our worldwide distributors can be found at http www bedfont com distributors Our family ...

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