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breath analysis is the new blood test

Содержание NOBreath

Страница 1: ...breath analysis is the new blood test ...

Страница 2: ...tents List 4 5 Specification 4 6 Instrument Layout 5 7 Display Symbols 6 8 Maintenance 7 Cleaning 7 9 Operation 8 Performing a Breath Test 9 Ambient NO Test 9 10 Settings 10 Sounder 10 Date and Time 10 Setting Zero 10 System Information 11 Servicing 11 Further Information 11 11 Troubleshooting 12 12 Returns Procedure 13 13 Spares 14 14 Warranty 14 ...

Страница 3: ... for use in a healthcare environment and should be used in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory evaluation where appropriate The production of nitric oxide is often found to be higher in inflammatory conditions such as asthma and can therefore be used for the detection and management of such conditions Nitric oxide measurement is not intended as a stand alone method for diagnosis and sho...

Страница 4: ...o ensure a breath sample is taken at the correct flow rate the monitor must be held upright at all times during a breath test The ball in the NObreathFlo should be kept within the white band in the centre of the tube during a test The mouthpiece may become warm to the touch after use The NObreathFlo should be used for 50 tests only then disposed A new NObreathFlo is provided with each pack of 50 m...

Страница 5: ...ing temperature range 10 30ºC ambient Operating relative humidity environmental 10 80 Rh non condensing Sensor operating life 1 2 years 6 month warranty Detection principle Electrochemical sensor Sensitivity drift 5 per annum Maximum ambient operating level 350 ppb NO Power 4 5V DC 3 x AA LR6 or equivalent alkaline batteries Battery Life 1 set of 3 AA batteries Up to 120 tests Display Colour LCD w...

Страница 6: ...anual English www bedfont com Instrument Layout Display On off button Aperture for NObreathFlo NObreathFlo NObreath mouthpiece Exhaust port for breath sample Sounder outlet Battery compartment 8 4 3 2 7 1 1 2 5 4 3 6 7 8 5 6 ...

Страница 7: ...urn to main menu 8 Return to previous menu 9 Inhale 10 Exhale for breath test 11 Progress Bar 12 Final reading 13 Calibration menu Display Symbols 14 Perform zero check 15 Calibration unavailable 16 Pump Speed unavailable 17 Acknowledge Zero calibration pass fail 18 Set date time 19 System info screen 20 Contact Bedfont or distributor for help 21 Service reminder ...

Страница 8: ...immersed in liquid or splashed with liquid The mouthpieces are single patient use only and should be replaced between tests Replace batteries when indicated Replace the NObreathFlo every 50 tests Batteries should be left in the monitor at all times even when not in use The unit should be zeroed every month in accordance with the procedure on page 10 Never open the unit or attempt to service the un...

Страница 9: ...battery compartment The touch screen controls all functions once the instrument is switched on Press the on off button until the display becomes active Release the button The device start up takes 60 seconds during which time the start up screens are displayed During this time the unit is performing a zero measurement by pumping NO free air into the sensor chamber Ensure the exhaust port is not bl...

Страница 10: ...breathFlo and mouthpiece from the NObreath and then remove and dispose of the mouthpiece safely This should be done in accordance with local waste disposal guidance The icon shall appear at the end of the test 60 seconds after the reading is displayed This allows time for the sensor to settle to zero before the next test Touch to return to the main menu To start another patient breath test fit a n...

Страница 11: ...symbol and the small symbol on the top line of the display will change to show whether the sounder is on or off Even if the sounder has been turned off it will continue to operate during the breath test process Date and Time To change the date and time touch in the Settings menu Touch the required field and use or to change Press to save or to cancel Return to main menu Setting Zero The NObreath s...

Страница 12: ...es should always be replaced with good quality AA batteries when the icon is displayed The icon will show when this service is required Press to continue to the main menu Any consumables will be replaced if necessary during the yearly service This may include replacing the sensor Further Information The NObreathFlo is replaceable after 50 patients have been tested A new NObreathFlo is supplied wit...

Страница 13: ...er zeroing a second attempt can be made Check that the unit is in fresh air and touch to restart the zero process If after a third zeroing attempt the display shows again the unit will have to be returned to Bedfont or its distributor for investigation and repair In this case the display shows The unit can be turned off by holding the on off button for three seconds then releasing It is possible t...

Страница 14: ...rt and a quotation for the repair will be sent following investigation This includes an Authorisation Form If the monitor is still within warranty Bedfont will repair and return it with an Engineer s Report free of charge If after inspection no fault is found a fee will be charged If outside of warranty complete the Authorisation Form within the quotation to proceed with the repair or calibration ...

Страница 15: ...his warranty when such an item is returned intact and prepaid to Bedfont Scientific Limited or the local representative Warranty Note Sensors are guaranteed for a period of six months from the date of shipment from Bedfont The product warranty is automatically invalidated if the security seal is broken or if the products are repaired altered or otherwise tampered with by unauthorised personnel or ...

Страница 16: ...ate this literature without prior notice Registered in England and Wales Registered No 1289798 Station Road Harrietsham Maidstone Kent ME17 1JA England Tel 44 0 1622 851122 Fax 44 0 1622 854860 Email ask bedfont com www bedfont com Bedfont Scientific Ltd ISO 9001 2008 Cert No FM 31664 ISO 13485 2003 Cert No MD 502905 ...

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