6. Controls and Indicators
Front Panel Indicators
1.
Non-Invasive Mode -
Icon illuminates when the humidifier is in the SUPRA-GLOTTIC or
Non-Invasive Ventilation mode.
2.
Invasive Mode -
Icon illuminates when the humidifier is in the SUB-GLOTTIC or Invasive
or Intubated mode.
3.
LED Display -
Displays the temperature within tenths of a degree centigrade
resolution. During normal operation, the LED displays actual proximal patient airway
temperature. To display the column temperature, press and hold the column button. The
column temperature will be displayed as long as the key is pressed.
4.
Airway Temperature -
Icon illuminates green during normal operation. This indicator
flashes red when there is a temperature probe problem or an over temperature condition at
the patient airway.
5.
Column Temperature -
Icon illuminates green when the column button is pressed and the
column temperature is displayed on the temperature display LED. This indicator flashes red
when there is a temperature probe problem or high temperature condition at the column.
6.
Inspiratory Wire Indicator -
Arrow icon illuminates green when the inspiratory wire of a
heated-wire circuit is connected to the humidifier. This arrow will flash red when the
inspiratory wire status has changed (connected or disconnected) during operation. This
arrow will flash green if the status (connected/disconnected) is changed during “Confirmation
of Settings or Set-up”.
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Figure 3: CONCHATHERM NEPTUNE Front Panel Indicators
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