Biocare iM 12, User Manual

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Chapter 6 Parameter Monitoring
User Manual of Veterinary Monitor --83--
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It
‟s better not to connect a water tank and set the CO
2
module in stand-by mode when the CO
2
module is not in use to prolong the service life of the water tank and module.

The filled dewatering bottles must be quickly replaced and exchanged to prevent any damage to the
module.

Don
‟t use this module for expiratory gas measure when a dewatering bottle is not connected, for the
moist expiratory gases may cause errors to the measure and may shorten the module
‟s service life
due to accumulation of humid gases.
6.8.3 Main-stream CO
2
Module
Warning

Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics or other flammable gasses. Use of the
CAPNOSTAT5 sensor in such environment may present an explosion hazard.

Electrical Shock Hazard: always disconnect the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor before cleaning. Do not use
if it appears to have been damaged. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Do not position the sensor cables or tubing in any manner that may cause entanglement or
strangulation.

Reuse, disassembly, cleaning, disinfecting or sterilizing the single animal use CO
2
airway adapters
may compromise functionality and system performance leading to a user or animal hazard.
Performance is not guaranteed if an item labeled as single animal use is reused.

Inspect the CO
2
airway adapters for damage prior to use. Do not use the CO
2
airway adapters if
they appear to be damaged or broken.

Replace the CO
2
airway adapters if excessive secretions are observed.

If the CO
2
waveform (Capnogram) appears abnormal, inspect the CO
2
airway adapters and replace
if needed.

Monitor the CO
2
waveform (Capnogram) for elevated baseline. Elevated baseline can be caused by
sensor or animal problems.

Periodically check the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor and tubing for excessive moisture or secretion
buildup.

Do not operate the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor when it is wet or has exterior condensation.
Attention

Use only accessories provided by manufacturer.

Do not sterilize or immerse the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor in liquids.

Do not clean the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor and accessories except as directed in this manual.

It is recommended that the CO
2
sensor be removed from the circuit whenever an aerosolized
medication is delivered. This is due to the increased viscosity of the medications which may
contaminate the sensor windows, causing the sensor to fail prematurely.

Do not apply excessive tension to the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor cable.

This product and its accessories are latex free.

After the life cycle of the CAPNOSTAT5 sensor and its accessories have been met, disposal should
be accomplished following national and local requirements.

Nitrous oxide, elevated levels of oxygen and helium can influence the CO
2
measurement. Please
setup gas compensation according to actual state.

Barometric pressure compensation is required to meet the stated accuracy of the CAPNOSTAT5