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CONNECTING AN INTERFACE
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THE BREATHE UNIVERSAL CIRCUIT™ CONNECTOR
The Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector is used to connect any commercially available non-invasive mask (full
face, nasal, or pillows) or tracheostomy tube to a Breathe Technologies® ventilator or compressor.
The Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector is only compatible with Breathe Technologies
®
ventilators and
compressors.
NOTE:
The interface assembly is packaged clean but not sterile. The Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector does
not need to be cleaned or sterilized prior to first use.
Compressor or ventilator connector
Interface tubing
Entrainment ports
Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector (patient side)
Sense tube
WARNING:
• Breathe interfaces are designed for single-patient use. To prevent risk of cross-contamination use a new
Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector for each new patient. For the third-party mask or tube, refer to the user
guide provided by the manufacturer.
• The interface, source gas supply hose, and power cords should be positioned to avoid restricting movement,
causing a tripping hazard, or posing a strangulation risk.
CAUTION:
Breathe Technologies recommends a 30-day replacement schedule for the Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector.
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