Resvent iHope RS Series, User Manual

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3. Installations and Connections
1. Mount the filters onto the inspiratory and expiratory
ports.
2. Connect the inspiratory filter to the water trap via
the tubing. Then connect the water trap to the Y
piece via the tubing.
3. Connect the expiratory filter to the water trap via
the tubing. Then connect the water trap to the Y
piece via the tubing.
4. Connect the flow sensor tubing to the ventilator.
Connect the small end of the flow sensor to the Y
piece, and the large end to the test lung.
5. Place the patient tubing onto the support arm
hook.
NOTE
• In single-limb mode, the color of proximal pressure
port is blue.
3.3 Installing the Humidifier
WARNING
•
To prevent possible patient injury and equipment
damage, do not turn the humidifier on until the
gas flow has started and is regulated. Starting
the heater or leaving it on without gas flow for
prolonged periods may result in heat build-up,
causing a bolus of hot air to be delivered to the
patient. Circuit tubing may melt under these
conditions. Turn the heater power switch off before
stopping gas flow.
• To prevent possible patient injury and equipment
damage, make sure the humidifier is set to
appropriate temperature and humidity.
•
To prevent possible patient injury and equipment
damage, make sure the working environment
is in accordance with its manual claims before
installing and using the humidifier.