Biocare iM 12, User Manual

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Chapter 6 Parameter Monitoring
--98-- User Manual of Veterinary Monitor
Steady red light Sensor error
Blinking red light Check adapter
Attention
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Valid for IRMA AX+ only.
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Cleaning
The IRMA probe can be cleaned using a cloth moistened with maximum 70% ethanol or maximum 70%
isopropyl alcohol.
Remove the disposable IRMA Airway Adapter prior to cleaning the IRMA probe.
Attention
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The IRMA Airway Adapters are non-sterile devices. Do not autoclave the adapters as this will
damage them.
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Never sterilize or immerse the IRMA probe in liquid.
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Preventive maintenance
Gas readings should be verified at regular intervals with a reference instrument or by conducting the gas span
check as manufacturer suggestion. The suggested interval is once every year.
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Warnings and Attentions
Warning
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The IRMA probe is intended for use by authorized and trained medical personnel only.
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The IRMA probe must not be used with flammable anesthetic agents.
Disposable IRMA airway adapters shall not be reused. Reuse of the single use adapter can cause
cross infection.
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Used airway adapters shall be disposed of in accordance with local regulations for medical waste.
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Do not use the IRMA >20 kg/10
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20 kg airway adapter with <10 kg as the adapter adds 6 ml dead
space to the animal circuit
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Do not use the IRMA airway adapter with >20 kg as this may cause excessive flow resistance.
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Measurements can be affected by mobile and RF communications equipment. It should be assured
that the IRMA probe is used in the electromagnetic environment specified in this manual.
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Do not place the IRMA airway adapter between the endotracheal tube and an elbow as this may
allow animal secretions to block the adapter windows and result in incorrect operation.