Other Accessories - ResMed Elisee 350 Clinical Manual

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4.4 Other accessories

In addition to the patient circuit, the user can use a humidification system, an antibacterial filter
or a nebulisation system.
Any circuit can be used with the Elisée 350, whether single or double, with or without water
traps, reusable or single-use, as long as it has the same technical specifications as the
recommended circuit (see "Technical specifications for accessories" on page 94).
WARNING
A manual test must be performed every time the circuit configuration is modified.
Antibacterial filter and HME filter (heat and moisture exchange
filter)
An antibacterial filter, a heat and moisture exchange filter (HME), or a combination HME/
antibacterial filter, can all be used with the Elisée 350.
An antibacterial filter is commonly placed:
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However, an HME filter or a combination HME/antibacterial filter can only be placed adjacent to
the Y-connector.
Connecting an antibacterial filter:
Inspiratory limb of the patient circuit
WARNING
The antibacterial filter must be installed in compliance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
For further details, refer to the user guide for this accessory.
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At the point where the inspiratory limb connects to the ventilator, or
Adjacent to the Y-connector, in a double circuit.
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Antibacterial filter
1. Insert the metal coupling.
2. Connect the oxygen tube to the ventilator.
1. Connect the filter to the inspiratory limb of the
patient circuit, following the filter installation
instructions.
2. Connect the filter to the insufflation outlet of the
ventilator.
Note: This filter also offers protection against dust
and common allergens present in the air.
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