ResMed Elisee 350, Clinical Manual

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4.4 Other accessories
In addition to the patient circuit, the user can use a humidification system, an antibacterial filter
or a nebulisation system.
Any circuit can be used with the Elisée 350, whether single or double, with or without water
traps, reusable or single-use, as long as it has the same technical specifications as the
recommended circuit (see “Technical specifications for accessories” on page 94).
WARNING
A manual test must be performed every time the circuit configuration is modified.
Antibacterial filter and HME filter (heat and moisture exchange
filter)
An antibacterial filter, a heat and moisture exchange filter (HME), or a combination HME/
antibacterial filter, can all be used with the Elisée 350.
An antibacterial filter is commonly placed:
•
At the point where the inspiratory limb connects to the ventilator, or
•
Adjacent to the Y-connector, in a double circuit.
However, an HME filter or a combination HME/antibacterial filter can only be placed adjacent to
the Y-connector.
Connecting an antibacterial filter:
WARNING
The antibacterial filter must be installed in compliance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
For further details, refer to the user guide for this accessory.
1
2
1. Insert the metal coupling.
2. Connect the oxygen tube to the ventilator.
1
2
1. Connect the filter to the inspiratory limb of the
patient circuit, following the filter installation
instructions.
2. Connect the filter to the insufflation outlet of the
ventilator.
Note:
This filter also offers protection against dust
and common allergens present in the air.
Inspiratory limb of the patient circuit
Antibacterial filter