GE auisys cs2, User'S Reference Manual

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7. Reusable Multi Absorber canister
Figure 8-1 • Canister
Obey applicable safety precautions:
• Do not use the absorber with chloroform or
trichlorethylene.
• The Disposable Multi Absorber is a sealed unit which
should not be opened or refilled.
• Avoid skin or eye contact with the contents of the
absorber. In the event of skin or eye contact,
immediately rinse the affected area with water and
seek medical assistance.
• Do not remove the absorber canister to change the
canister or to change the absorbent while ventilating
a patient unless the system is equipped with the
EZchange canister module.
• Change absorbent often to prevent buildup of non-
metabolic gases when the system is not in use.
• Inspect absorbent color at the end of a case. During
non-use, absorbent can go back to the original color.
Refer to the absorbent labeling for more information
about color changes.
• If the absorbent completely dries out, it may give off
carbon monoxide (CO) when exposed to anesthetic
agents. For safety, replace the absorbent.
• Desiccated (dehydrated) absorbent material may
produce dangerous chemical reactions when
exposed to inhalation anesthetics. Adequate
precautions should be taken to ensure that absorbent
does not dry out. Turn off all gases when finished
using the system.
When to change the absorbent
A gradual color change of the absorbent in the canister indicates
absorption of carbon dioxide. The color change of the absorbent is
only a rough indicator. Use carbon dioxide monitoring to determine
when to change the canister.
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Aisys CS²
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