GE iVent 201 Series, User'S Reference Manual

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Appendix G: Accessories
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Instructions for use
1. Connect the two channel flow sensor tubes to their respective
connectors next to the Breathing Gas Outlet. Flow Sensor tubes are
equipped with luer connectors - left female and right male (Figure 185
(B)) for differentiation.
2. Connect the Exhalation Control Tube with luer connector to its respective
connector on the right side of the front panel (C).
3. Perform the standard Operational Verification (O.V.T) test procedure, as
described on page 60, prior to use on a patient.
4. Connect the Flow Transducer to the patient airway when ready.
NOTE It is recommended that an HME filter be used when connecting to the
patient
Instructions for use with the humidifier
NOTE For proper use and application of the Humidifier, refer to the
manufacturers operator instructions.
the P/N of the circuit with the humidifier configuration is M1161731.
1. Connect the one-way valve to the ventilator outlet (Figure 178 (A))
2. Connect 12-in. length of 22-mm tubing to one-way valve.
3. Connect opposite end of tubing to humidifier inlet, and connect 22-mm
tubing (with the installed watertrap) between humidifier outlet and Y-
connector (Figure 178 (F)).
4. If using Patient circuit with heated wire: Connect full-length tubing with
heated wire to Y-connector (Figure 178 (F)). Note: The P/N of the circuit
with the heated wire configuration is M1161732
5. Connect the Exhalation valve (Figure 178 (D)) to the Y-connector (F) with
22-mm tubing (with the installed watertrap). Verify that the arrow on the
exhalation valve cup is directed to opposite from the patient.
6. Connect the two channel flow sensor tubing (Figure 178 (B)) to their
respective connectors next to the Breathing Outlet. Flow Sensor tubing
are equipped with luer connectors - left female and right male for
differentiation.
7. Connect the Exhalation Control Tube (Figure 178 (C)) with luer connector
to its respective connector on the right side of the front panel, marked
with blue dot.
8. Perform the standard Operational Verification (O.V.T) test procedure, as
described on page 60, prior to use on a patient.
9. Connect the Flow Transducer to the patient airway when ready.
NOTE Always position the Water trap so that it sits below the patient circuit and