Optional accessories 4.1. The Diasys Integra Access recorder 4.2. The battery charger 4.3. The cuff and the connecting tube to the Diasys Integra Access 5. Preparing the Diasys Integra Access for monitoring 5.1. Preparing the battery 5.1.1. The battery charger 5.1.2.
If a computer is used, recording conditions and criteria can be fixed, and the results of the procedure can be selected, organised, stored and printed out in a fully customised report. 4 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Although NOVACOR manufactures products to the highest standards, it cannot be held responsible for the validity or the accuracy of the measurements made by its units. • 5 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Diasys Integra Access, DiasySoft, and their respective logos, are registered trademarks of NOVACOR S.A. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer International. MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 6 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
The patient’s arm must stay still during measurement. The Diasys Integra Access also has an optional integrated position sensor enabling the unit to detect whether the patient is vertical (awake) or horizontal (resting). • 7 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Diasys to ensure optimum performance and long-life. The charger is connected to the mains outlet via a transformer and has two lights on the front panel. 10 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
The Diasys Integra Access cuff offers features specially designed for ambulatory recording: • Cone-shaped for better ergonomics • Stabilising flap for optimal positioning, to be used with adhesive pads • Easy handling • Washable material • 11 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• Charge the battery • Insert the battery • Program the unit • Place the unit on the patient • Start up the unit and carry out the test measurements 12 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• That the battery is being discharged, when discharge prior to charge has been programmed (see chapter 5.1.3): blinking light- normal brightness • That the battery is being charged: fixed light - normal brightness • 13 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
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• Never use the charger with any batteries other than those supplied by NOVACOR. • External power sources must comply with EN 60-601 standards. 14 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• Place the battery in the charger, taking care to match the + and - signs with those on the charger. • Insert the battery into its slot. • 15 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• Do not start a recording using a battery only part- charged, the unit may stop during a measurement. 16 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• Do not store the Diasys with a discharged battery inside. Do not leave a recharged battery in the Diasys for more than 2 weeks without using it. • 17 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
We recommend that a recharged battery be inserted each time before programming. If the battery is run down, the Diasys Integra Access will display the message (ER 14), if it is dead, the unit’s keys will be blocked (safeguard mode).
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Press one of the keys to retrieve the time screen. • 19 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Press Valid to confirm the time. The date will be displayed. Select On/Valid Note that the AM/PM setting is only proposed if the time is programmed before midday. 20 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
- Take the protections off the adhesive strips. - Apply the adhesive strips on the inside of the cuff, lining the cuff connector up to the edge of the pouch (fig 2). • 23 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
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Diasys, preferably already in the protective pouch (fig 4). Stop Select Fig 4 - Connection of the cuff to the Diasys Diasys is shown without pouch for better illustration. 24 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
“MAXI” is printed. Above this limit, a larger cuff should be used. Correct Maximum Cuff too small Fig 6 - Position of the cuff • 25 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
- Turn the bladder over. - Put the bladder back in the cuff making sure it is flat, with the tube coming out opposite the stabilising flap. Close the cuff. 26 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
He can also take the belt off, but must keep the unit down flat (fig 8). Fig 8 - Recommended Diasys position when patient lying down • 27 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
6.2. Test measurements (Mode selector in measurement position) At the start of the monitoring, the Diasys Integra Access automatically carries out two test measurements in oscillometric mode separated by a two minute interval (with a minimum of 30 seconds between the end of the first and the beginning of the second).
A palliative measurement will not, however, be made if the interval between two pre-programmed measurements is less than five minutes. Manual and palliative measurements do not disrupt the sequence of the pre-programmed measurement intervals. • 29 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
No more measurements can be made until the pink key has been pressed. Pressing the pink key will trigger two test measurements and the recording will continue normally. • 31 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Er 25 Heart rate unstable during measurement Er 26 Error during modem transmission (cf. chapter 7.2) Er 27 Connection to number called impossible during transmission (cf. chapter 7.2) 32 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
This is not possible after direct transmission to a printer. Connecting the Diasys to a printer or a computer requires different cable links. Ask your distributor for details. • 33 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
- disconnect the Diasys from the modem - turn off and switch back on the modem - reconnect the Diasys to the modem to trigger a new transmission 34 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
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(computer with modem and NovaModem open awaiting reception). After transmission the monitoring can continue by simply pressing the pink key. • 35 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
8.2. Cleaning Clean the Diasys Integra Access regularly with a soft cloth, lightly moistened with alcohol or a cleaning product not containing solvents or detergents.
• Press one of the keys or switch the mode selector to the Measurement position to end the test phase. On/Valid Stop Select Calibration test • 37 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Check that the unit is intact before use (bad transport conditions could damage unit performance). Keep all packaging should the unit need to be transported at a later date. 38 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
• Complies to the EN 60-601-1-2 electromagnetic compatibility standard in force. However, use in particular conditions could be disturbed by interference. • Complies with the EN 1041 standard in force. • 39 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
(excessive or frequent inflations, permanent pressure in the cuff) and of the possibility to stop a measurement or the recording himself at any time. 40 • Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
Signal input/output type type RS 232* measurement ranges systole 295-50 mmHg diastole 180-30 mmHg mean 295-30 mmHg heart rate 240-40 min * : Complies to the EIA-232 E standard • 41 Diasys Integra Access - Manual - GB - Rev 2...
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