MiniSpir Light
User manual
MINISPIR LIGHT User manual
Rev 1.7
page 12 di 13
BLOW OUT ALL AIR IN LUNGS
Between two tests,
MiniSpir Light
evaluates the repeatability of the following parameters:
If FVC is > 1.0 L then:
FEV1
repeatable when the difference between the two largest FEV1 is ≤ 150 mL;
FVC
repeatable when the difference between the two largest F
VC is ≤ 150 mL;
if FVC is ≤ 1.0 L then:
FEV1
repeatable when the difference between the two largest FEV1 is ≤ 100 mL;
FVC
repeatable when the difference between the two largest FVC is ≤ 100 mL;
3. DATA TRANSMISSION
WARNING
Read the instructions carefully before starting the transmission of data taking due care in ensuring that all the
information has been properly understood.
3.1
Transmission with USB cable
All data in the
MiniSpir Light
is transferred
through a USB cable connection. Refer to Paragraph 2.1 of this Manual to connect
the device to a PC. The data measured by
MiniSpir Light
during a spirometry test are sent to the PC in digital form and managed
by the winspiroLIGHT software.
WARNING
Do not disconnect MiniSpir Light from the PC during a test. Before to disconnect MiniSpir Light from the PC close
winspiroLIGHT software. To disconnect MiniSpir Light remove the USB cable from the PC connector. For more details
read the winspiroLIGHT user manual.
3.2
Upgrade Internal software
MiniSpir Light
software can be upgraded when connected to a PC via USB
.
Upgrades can be downloaded by registering on
www.spirometry.com. For further information on upgrading software see the winspiroLIGHT software manual.
4. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
No part can be subjected to maintenance during use.
MiniSpir Light
is an instrument that requires very limited maintenance. The only operations to perform periodically is the
•
Changing the single-patient disposable turbine at each test
The maintenance ope
rations set forth in the User’s Manual must be carried out carefully. Failing to observe the instructions
contained in the manual may cause errors in measurement or in the interpretation of measured values.
Modifications, adjustments, repairs, and reconfiguration must be carried out by the manufacturer or authorised persons.
In case problems arise do not attempt to personally repair the unit.
The setting of configuration parameters must be carried out by qualified personnel. In any case the risks pertaining to incorrect
settings do not constitute a hazard for the patient.
5. PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM
MESSAGE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
REMEDY
MiniSpir Light does not connect with the
PC
\
The USB cable is not
correctly connected
Check the correct connection of the
USB cable side PC and side device.
\
The driver doesn’t work
correctly
Check the presence of the device in
the list of USB devices connected.
Try to remove and connect the
device.
Spirometry data at the end of the test are
not acceptable
\
The turbine don’t rotate
correctly
use a new turbine
\
The test is performed in
a wrong way
Repeat the test following the
indications on the screen