Rhinomanometer NR6
NR6 User
’s
Manual V 16 14/02/2020 P31 of 34
Humidity:
20 to 80% RH
Pressure:
50 to 106 kPa
7.9.1
The NR6 can be used by any medically trained technician, nurse or doctor, who has
either read this manual or who has been trained by a competent authority in its use.
7.9.2.5
The mask, anti-viral filter or posterior or anterior tubing, tip connector, Microfoam
tape, foam inserts, flowhead and silicone rubber tubes are considered to be the applied part.
7.9.2.7
The equipment should be positioned to enable it to be disconnected from the supply
quickly and easily.
7.9.2.10
Error Messages --- see Troubleshooting page 18
7.9.2.11
The NR6 software can be closed by clicking on FILE and EXIT. The NR6 hardware can
be switched off by either of the following:
Removing the PC MAINS PLUG
By switching off the PC MAINS PLUG at the socket
By disconnecting it from the PC USB socket
Powering down the PC
7.9.2.13
There are no parts which need routine maintenance or servicing other than general
“housekeeping”, such as keeping the equipment clean and cables free of twisting
7.9.2.15
The applied parts should be disposed of after use in line with your hospital or clinics
policy on disposal of potentially contaminated plastic parts.
The NR6 Rhinomanometer can be returned to GM Instruments for dismantling and disposal,
while your PC/Printer should be returned to your supplier for dismantling and disposal.
These parts are subject to the WEEE directive, and should not be disposed of in landfill.
7.9.3.2
The only parts which is interchangeable by service personnel are the USB cable and
flowhead tubing
7.9.3.3
Circuit diagrams, component lists and parts lists are available on request, along with
email/telephone advice to service personnel trained on the latest version of EN 60601-1 and
qualified to work on ME devices. Modification of the NR6 Rhinomanometer is not allowed.
If the USB cable requires replacement, it must be replaced by one of the same
length/specification.
7.9.3.4
If access
to the NR6 circuit board is required:-
Disconnect the NR6 from the supply by disconnecting the USB cable linking it to the
computer
Turn the unit over and remove the 4 feet on the base.
Turn the unit back over and remove the top panel.
The circuit board can now be accessed and if voltage measurements are required, the USB
link can be reconnected.