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NO / NO
2
and O
2
Sampling
The AeroNOx
system continuously draws a mixed gas sample @ ~ 150 mL/min from the
breathing circuit at a point in the inspiratory circuit nearest the patient connection.
(See
Diagram # 7.)
The sample is drawn through a
Nafion
gas drying element, which removes
water vapor only, using a patented electrically charged membrane. The dry sample gas is then
drawn through a 5 micron hydrophobic filter into the device and into the sensor housing where
gas analysis of NO (ppm), NO
2
(ppm) and O
2
(%) takes place.
CAUTION!
Do not use the AeroNOx
without the “NO WORRIES” sample line (P/N
415-0004) which includes both the Nafion
tubing and the hydrophobic
filter for removing condensing humidity from the sample gas. Failure to
do so may impair the function of the AeroNOx
as well as decrease the
life of the internal components. WARRANTY MAY NOT BE HONORED
FOR DAMAGE CAUSED IN THIS MANNER!
Diagram # 7
AeroNOx
: Gas Supply, NO Delivery, and Gas Sampling