GE CARESCAPE, User Manual

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CO2 with CAPNOSTAT Mainstream, CapnoFlex LF, and Dual CO2 modules
3. Accessory port (for sample lines, nasal cannulas etc.)
4. CapnoFlex LF module
5. CapnoFlex LF adapter
6. Exhaust line
Preparing the setup for CapnoFlex LF module
1. Make sure the CapnoFlex LF adapter is attached to the Tram-Rac.
2. Plug the CAPNOSTAT Mainstream or Dual CO2 module into the Tram-Rac.
3. Plug the adapter cable into the CAPNOSTAT Mainstream or Dual CO2 module.
4. Connect the sample line to the CapnoFlex LF module but not to the patient.
5. Connect the CapnoFlex LF module into the CapnoFlex LF adapter. The message
Warming up appears on the screen. Wait until it disappears.
6. If the message Calibrate sensor appears, perform calibration.
7. Block the open end of the sample line or nasal cannula. The message Sample
line blocked should appear within 60 seconds on the monitor display to ensure
that the monitor recognizes blockages.
8. Remove the sample line from the CapnoFlex LF module and reinsert it to return
the module to normal operation.
9. Connect the sample line to the patient’s breathing circuit.
Calibrating the CapnoFlex LF adapter
CapnoFlex LF adapter calibration should be performed whenever the message
Check/calibr. adapter appears.
1. Place the sample line away from all sources of CO
2
, including the patient’s exhaled
breath, your exhaled breath, and ventilator exhaust valves.
2. With the adapter connected to the sensor, the sensor connected to the monitor,
and the pump turned on, select a gas related parameter window.
3. Select the Calibration tab.
4. Select Start Calibrating .
The message Calibrated appears on the screen after a successful calibration. If the
calibration fails, the message Calibration error appears instead. In this case, perform
a new calibration.
Equipment connection with Dual CO2 module
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