Philips Respironics E30 User Manual page 9

Operating
Do not use this device if the room temperature is warmer than 95˚F (35˚C) because
and storage
the temperature of the airflow may exceed 109˚F (43˚C). This could cause thermal
temperatures
irritation or injury to the patient's airway.
Do not use the device while positioned in a warm place, such as direct sunlight or
near a heating appliance. These conditions can increase the temperature of the
airflow and could cause thermal irritation or injury to the patient's airway.
Do not use the ventilator outside of the environmental conditions listed in the
specification section of this manual.
Device start-up
Make sure the device is working properly at start-up. Contact Philips Respironics or
the product support team if these indications do not occur at start-up. See Chapter 3
for more information about device start-up.
Viral bacteria A viral bacteria filter must be installed in the patient circuit (between outlet of device
filter
and patient) to prevent contamination.
Patient circuits The ventilator should only be used with compatible patient interfaces (e.g., masks,
endotracheal tubes, trachs, circuits and exhalation ports). Proper circuit setup is the
responsibility of the healthcare professional. Patient interface should not be used
unless the device is turned on and operating properly. The circuit's exhalation device
should never be blocked.
Explanation of warning: The device is intended to be used with special masks
or connectors that have exhalation ports to allow continuous flow of air out of
the mask. When the device is turned on and functioning properly, new air from
the device flushes the exhaled air out through the exhalation device. However,
when the device is not operating, enough fresh air will not be provided through
the mask, and exhaled air may be rebreathed. Rebreathing of exhaled air can, in
some circumstances, lead to suffocation.
If you are using a full face mask (a mask covering both your mouth and your nose),
the mask must be equipped with a safety (entrainment) valve; otherwise, a leak
exhalation device must be added to the circuit.
An exhalation port is required. Do not block the exhalation port. This can reduce
airflow and result in rebreathing of exhaled air.
At low expiratory pressures, the flow through the exhalation port may be inadequate
to clear all exhaled gas from the tubing – some rebreathing may occur.
Do not pull or stretch the tubing. This could result in circuit leaks.
Verify operation of the Patient Disconnect alarm with any changes in the patient
circuit.
Improperly If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of the device, if it is
functioning
making unusual sounds, if water is spilled into the enclosure, or if the enclosure is
ventilator
cracked or broken, discontinue use and contact Philips Respironics.
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