Spirobank II
Rev.1.6
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User manual
1.2.2
Turbine
Disposable turbine
WARNING
For spirometry testing with a disposable turbine it is important to use a new
turbine for each new patient. The accuracy and hygiene of the disposable
turbine can only be guaranteed if it has been conserved beforehand in its
original sealed packaging
The disposable turbine is made of plastic and its disposal after use should
adhere to the local regulations and norms in force.
Reusable turbine
WARNING
The correct functioning of the re-usable turbine can only be guaranteed if it has
been cleaned in the correct manner and is free from foreign bodies which could
alter its movement. If the turbine has not been cleaned sufficiently this could
cause cross-contamination from one patient to another. Periodic cleaning
should only be done when the device is for personal use and will only be used
by one patient. The cleaning of the turbine should be performed according to
the instructions contained in the User’s Manual.
The following information applies to both types of turbine.
The turbine must never be held under running water or direct air pressure and must never come into contact with hot fluids.
Do not allow dust or foreign matter to enter the turbine sensor which may alter the correct functioning and possibly cause damage.
The presence of any impurities such as hair, sputum, threads etc. within the body of the turbine sensor may seriously compromise
measurement accuracy.
1.2.3
Mouthpiece
Any disposable mouthpieces included with the spirometer are only to be used as a reference guide to purchase the correct size
mouthpiece required. These mouthpieces are clean but not sterile. To purchase appropriate mouthpieces, generally either paper or
plastic, single-use/disposable, we suggest that you contact your local distributor.
WARNING
Use a bio-compatible mouthpiece to avoid any problems to the patient; unsuitable materials could cause the device to
malfunction, consequently providing incorrect test results.
The user is responsible for obtaining the proper mouthpieces for the device. The required mouthpiece is a standard type with an outside
diameter of 30 mm, is of common use and in general easily procured.
WARNING
To avoid environmental contamination caused by the disposal of used mouthpieces, the user must follow all the relevant local
regulations.
1.2.4
Oximetry sensors
In addition to the sensor code 919024_INV supplied with the device, the following oximetry sensors can be used with
Spirobank II:
Manufacturer
Code
Description
MIR code
Envitec
RS-3222-12
Reusable small soft sensor (paediatric)
939006
Envitec
RM-3222-12
Reusable medium soft sensor (adults )
939007
Envitec
R-3222-12
Reusable large soft sensor (adults)
939008
BCI
3044
Reusable hard finger sensor (adults)
919020
These sensors, with the exception of the sensor MIR code 919020 which has the MIR connector with orange arrow, require the use of
an extension cable for a proper connection to
Spirobank II
. Two cable lengths are available:
•
Cod. 919200_INV
length 1.5 m
•
Cod. 919210_INV
length 0.5 m
Prolonged use and/or the patient’s condition may require changing the sensor site periodically. Change sensor site and check
skin
integrity, blood circulation, and correct sensor alignment at least every 4 hours.
