3101126 Rev A Vapotherm Oxygen Assist Module Instructions for Use
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General
If you need assistance with the Oxygen Assist Module of Vapotherm system, please contact
Vapotherm Technical Support at [email protected].
The Oxygen Assist Module has a user-replaceable battery. Remove the mounting plate on the back
of the Oxygen Assist Module to access battery compartment. Remove old battery and replace with
new battery (Contact Vapotherm Technical Support at [email protected]).
Prior to use, perform a visual inspection of the display, casing, and wires to confirm there is no
visible damage.
Troubleshooting: SpO
2
Section 18 Troubleshooting and Support
Condition
Probable Cause
Action
No signal:
SpO
2
and PR at 0
Clinical (patient condition).
Check patient.
Sensor not connected.
Check sensor and cable connections.
Sensor off patient.
Check sensor application.
Sensor or cables damaged.
Check sensor and cables. Replace, if
necessary.
Excessive patient movement or
electrosurgical interference.
If possible, keep patient still. Check
sensor and sensor application. Move
sensor to a different site or use a sensor
that tolerates more motion.
Inaccurate
SpO
2
values
Clinical (patient condition).
Check patient.
Excessive ambient light.
Check sensor. Cover sensor with opaque
material.
Excessive movement.
If possible, keep patient still. Check
sensor and sensor application. Move
sensor to a different site or use a sensor
that tolerates more motion.
Nail polish at application site.
Remove nail polish.
Sensor is applied on an extremity that has
a blood pressure cuff, arterial catheter or
intravascular line.
Move sensor to a different site.
