GE iVent 201 Series, User'S Reference Manual

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The iVent™201 must only be operated by authorized medical personnel certified
trained in the use of this product. It must be operated according to the
instructions provided in the Operator’s Manual.
The manual is primarily organized according to available screens, menus, options
and settings and begins with a look at the hardware, including power
considerations and patient circuit setup.
Study the manual with the iVent™201 in close proximity, along with a patient
circuit (preferably with a test lung and Rp20 resistor). Become comfortable with
the Control Knob and the front panel buttons.
The user interface consists of three primary screens/menus:
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The Main Screen
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The Main Menu

The Mode Menu
Almost every function or operation of the iVent™201 is accessible through one of
the Main screen menus. Be aware of the notes, warnings, and cautions marked in
bold print.
Refer to the index and the Table of Contents to assist you in finding information.
For more information about the Adaptive Bi-Level feature see About Adaptive Bi-
Level, page 131.