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- Page 1 CO Check+ Operating Manual Micro Direct, Inc. 803 Webster Street Lewiston, ME 04240 1-800-588-3381 www.mdspiro.com Revision 7.0 MD January 2015...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Package Contents ........ 2 Overview ..........3 Operation ..........3 Warning/Cautions......... 5 Calibration ..........6 Setting Environment Mode (Optional) 9 Battery Life ........... 9 Power Saving ........10 Cleaning ..........11 Servicing ..........11 Consumables ........12 Specifications ........13 Appendix A –... -
Page 3: Package Contents
Package Contents The CO Check+ is supplied with: 1. CO Check+ (Cat. No. CO10) 2. 22 mm plastic mouthpiece adapter (#PSA1800) 3. 22 mm reducing connector for calibration (#MEC1007)) 4. 9 Volt Battery 5. 4 Disposable cardboard mouthpieces (#3301) 6. Soft shell carry pouch (# CS101) 7. -
Page 4: Overview
Overview The CO Check+ is a hand held portable battery operated device used for measuring the carbon monoxide (CO) concentration on the breath and calculating the percentage of carboxyhemoglobin (%COHb) in the blood. The CO Check+ is specifically designed as a screening tool for smoking cessation. - Page 5 The “breath hold” timer will now count down from 15 seconds. Encourage the subject to hold the breath until the unit beeps to start the test. The display will show the blow icon. The subject should place their lips around the cardboard mouthpiece and blow gently and continue blowing until their lungs are completely empty.
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Page 6: Warning/Cautions
After examining the readings, the unit can either be switched off using the ON/OFF Power key or another measurement can be carried out by pressing the Select Function key for at least three seconds. To save the battery, the unit will switch OFF automatically after three minutes if not used. -
Page 7: Calibration
Calibration The device should be recalibrated at least once every six months. Calibration gas can be purchased from Micro Direct, Inc., see page 13 for full ordering details. - Page 8 To calibrate the device, perform the following steps: 1. Connect the control valve (Cat No MC22) to the 20 ppm gas cylinder. (Cat. No. MC10) calibration gas cylinder shown in the diagram above. 2. Connect the short plastic tubing reducing connector (Cat No MEC1007).
- Page 9 It is advisable to accept the calibration even though it displays 20 ppm. This will reset the calibration due timer. Switch off the device if the calibration was incorrectly performed. Do not press the select key To prevent incorrect calibration, only the readings within the range of 16-24 can be calibrated.
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Page 10: Setting Environment Mode (Optional)
Setting Environment Mode (Optional) Environment reading on start-up can be enabled. Switch ON the unit and wait for the countdown to begin. When the number 5 is displayed, press the Select Function key . When the unit beeps at 4, release the Select Function key At the end of the countdown, the unit will display ‘En’... -
Page 11: Power Saving
The device can still be used, but it is advisable to replace the battery. It is recommended to use an alkaline battery. The device will need recalibration after the replacement of the battery. Duracell notification - alkaline batteries can be safely disposed of with normal household waste. -
Page 12: Cleaning
Cleaning with products that contain alcohol may result in permanent contamination of the sensor. Servicing If your unit requires servicing or repair, please contact Micro Direct, Inc. The CO Sensor should be replaced every two years. If the device starts with ‘Er’ (Error) message, it should be returned for service. -
Page 13: Consumables
Consumables Catalog Number Description MC15 CO Calibration Kit MC10 CO Replacement Tank (17 Liters) MC22 Control Valve for Calibration 3301 Mouthpieces 100 per bag PSA1800 Intermediate plastic adaptors 10 per pack CS100 Replacement of fuel cell, calibration, battery and service GC01 CO Guide chart CS101... -
Page 14: Specifications
Specifications Gas Detected Carbon Monoxide 0 – 99 PPM Concentration Range Detection Sensor Used Electrochemical fuel cell Sensitivity 0.1 PPM (0-10 PPM range); 1 PPM (10-99 PPM range) Accuracy (repeatability) ±2% Operating Temperature 41 - 95 degrees F Operating Pressure Atmospheric 10% Operating Humidity 30% to 90% RH... - Page 15 Symbols In accordance with Directive 93/42/EEC 0120 Type B Device Environment This instrument complies with directive EEC89/336 electromagnetic compatibility but may be affected by cellular phones and by electromagnetic interference exceeding levels specified in EN 50082-1:1992...
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Page 16: Appendix A - Co Check+ And Smoking Cessation
Appendix A – CO Check+ and Smoking Cessation The CO Check+ (#CO10) is an innovative Carbon Monoxide monitor designed specifically for use in smoking cessation programs and clinics. All patients attending a smoking cessation program should have their smoking habits established and checked with the CO Check+ at every visit. -
Page 17: Appendix B - Co Check+ And Environmental Capture
Appendix B – CO Check+ and Environmental Capture When the Environmental reading is enabled, background CO levels are taken into account when carrying out a breath test. If the background levels are 10ppm for example, then when the person is taking a breath test this background reading of 10ppm will be taken into account.
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