Spirolab
Rev.1.8
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3.4
Up-dating internal software
When the device is connected to a PC via the USB port, the
spirolab
internal software
can be up-dated
.
Up-dates can be downloaded on registration from: www.spirometry.com.
For further information about downloading up-
dates, refer to the “winspiroPro” manual.
4.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
No part can be subjected to maintenance during use.
Spirolab
devices need little maintenance. You should periodically:
•
Clean and check reusable turbines
•
Replacement disposable turbines at each test
•
Clean the oximetry sensor (for reusable sensors)
•
Recharge the internal battery pack
All the maintenance operations described in the User Manual must be carried out with
great care. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to incorrect readings or the
incorrect interpretation of readings that have been taken.
All modifications, adjustments, repairs and reconfigurations must be performed by the
manufacturer or by personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
In the event of problems, do not attempt to make repairs.
The setting of configurable parameters must be performed by qualified staff. In no case
does the incorrect setting of the device place a patient at risk.
4.1
Cleaning and checking reusable turbines
The volume and flow turbine sensors usable with
spirolab
are of two types: disposable
and reusable. These guarantee great accuracy and have the added benefit of not needing to
be periodically calibrated. A simple clean before every use will ensure that the turbine keeps
working as it should (
only for reusable turbines
).
For disposable turbines, cleaning is not necessary as they are supplied clean and packaged
in sealed envelopes. When you have finished using them, they should be discarded.
WARNING
It is good practice to periodically check that no impurities or foreign bodies such
as skin or even worse, hairs have deposited inside the turbine. Such obstacles could
slow or block the turbine blades and compromise the accuracy of readings.
Before every use, perform the test described in section 4.1.1 below that allows you to test
the efficiency of the turbine. If the result is negative, act as follows.
