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Description of device
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
For all devices of the VECTOR et series the following characteristics apply.
To generate the necessary pressure, the device is provided with an elec-
tronically controlled blower. In order to keep the stress for the patient as
low as possible, the blower has been designed with a high reserve capac-
ity and a quick control response.
The pressure is measured directly in the mask and constantly controlled
by the device. Consequently, the breathing work for the patient is as easy
as possible.
There are two separate tubings in the device. One is for respiratory air and
one is for the convection air required for cooling the electronics.
The device contains a built-in microcontroller which controls all of its func-
tions.
A quartz alarm clock further adds to the comfort when using the device.
Further comfort functions include a soft start ramp, the automatic start-
stop function and the adjustable display brightness. While passing through
the device, the air is heated a little, so that it has a higher water absor-
bency. When indoor air is dry in winter, the mucous membranes in mouth
and nose may become particularly dry. This is unpleasant and may even
cause infections in exceptional cases. For that reason, a therapy might
require air humidi
fi
cation.
AquaDROP et a clip-on humidi
fi
er is available as accessory for all VECTOR et
devices.
If necessary, just click the humidi
fi
er onto the device. Remove it by press-
ing its release button.
The heater levels are set in the heater menu. The selected heater level
is displayed as in the display of the device while the humidi
fi
er heating is
switched on.
For more information please see your AquaDROP et - User`s manual or
contact your specialized dealer.
Air inlet
Air outlet
Connector
measuring
tube
Blower
Pressure
sensor
Control
unit
Filter
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