All instructions in this manual are considered to be correct. HEYER is not legally responsible for damages caused by incorrect installation or operation. HEYER does not supply privileges endowed by patent law to any other parties. HEYER is not legally responsible for the consequences of breaking the patent law or of a third party violation.
H E Y E R P a s i t h e c Return In the event a product needs to be returned to HEYER, please follow these steps: 1. Obtain the right of return. Contact our customer service department with the product number and type. The number is marked on the surface of the product and is required for a return.
2.1.1 Range of Use Pasithec is applicable for patients of over 2 kg with standard configuration. Pasithec is for use in the Operating Room and/or Emergency Room of a hospital, drug addiction treatment center, or other medical facilities where anesthesia is used.
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Inspiration flow Expiration flow Serial Number flush Do not dispose in garbage Reservoir bag port basket. View the reading on the top Fuse of the float. Recyclable Battery 8 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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Address of manufacturer △!! The system, with this label 0 0 0 0 under the stipulations in the EC Representative operating manual, complies PENDING with the requirements related from 93/42/EEC. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 9 / 106...
Contact with a liquid, such as anesthetic agent, results in damage within the device. WARNING: The incline angle should not exceed 10 degrees whenever the anesthetic system is in use. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 11 / 106...
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Aux. O Outlet Breathing System Flexible Top Light Top Board Flowmeter Vaporizer Mount Pneumatic and Electronic Switch Main tray Cylinder Pressure Gauges Pipeline Pressure Gauges Pull-out Writing Board Drawers 12 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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H E Y E R P a s i t h e c Descriptions of each control function at the front of Pasithec: Item Description Aux. O Flowmeter Provides O with a maximal flow of 15 L/min to Aux. O Flowmeter with Flow Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase the flow;...
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Figure 3-2 Side view Legend: GCX Mounting Rail UI Signal Cable Power Cable Bellows Assembly Absorber Circle Assembly Flush (O Sensor Socket Driving Gas Outlet – Switch Driving Gas Outlet (CGO) 14 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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H E Y E R P a s i t h e c Descriptions of each control function at the side view of Pasithec: Item Description Flush (O Press the O Flush (O +) button to supply the breathing system with O at a high flow rate.
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H E Y E R P a s i t h e c 25 26 Figure 3-3 Rear View Legend: Fuses Aux. Power Sockets Power Cable Pipeline Gas Inlet Module Gas Cylinder Yokes 16 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
WARNING: Never connect exhaust gas port with sub-atmospheric system directly, as it results breathing system leakage. Do not block exhaust gas port. 18 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
If the “Spirometry” and all other windows are already closed when the NORMAL SCREEN key is pressed again, no action shall occur. 20 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
See Fig. 3-7. The screen has three areas: information area, monitoring area, and parameter setup area. Figure 3-7 Display screen layout Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 21 / 106...
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STANDBY, IPPV, PCV, SIMV, PS and MANUAL. Rotating the navigator knob counterclockwise allows the user to scroll through the settings in the reverse order. The default mode when the machine is powered up is standby. 22 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
COM B Interface Communication extension interface is used for connecting external communication equipment (RS232 interface). SIGNAL Interface Signal interface is used for connecting display screen to main unit. 24 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
The following example illustrates how to operate the settings. Step 2 Turn the knob to select the Paw-Low option; the selected option will appear as black text on a green background. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 25 / 106...
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Step 4 Turn the knob to select the setting. Step 5 Press the knob to save the setting; the background will appear as black text on a green background. 26 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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Press the MENU key to exit the screen. The default alarm setting in the manual mode is “Enabled”. To adjust the setting: Step 1: Select “Manual Mode.” Step 2: Press the knob. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 27 / 106...
Menu window. Some functions are optional. 3-13 When you press the MENU key, the “Menu” window is displayed on the screen. Turn the knob to select a submenu. 28 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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H E Y E R P a s i t h e c Figure 3-9 Alarm submenu (Page 1) Figure 3-10 Alarm submenu (Page 2) Figure 3-11 System submenu Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 29 / 106...
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Figure 3-12 Calibrate submenu Figure 3-13 Service submenu CAUTION: A password is needed for the Service submenu. Only an authorized engineer can access this submenu. Figure 3-14 Gas submenu 30 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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The Gas Sensor settings can be adjusted by following these instructions: Step 1: Turn the knob to select “Gas Sensor.” Step 2: Press the knob, and then turn it to change the settings. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 31 / 106...
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To adjust Wave Display settings, follow these instructions: Step 1: Turn the knob to select “Wave Display.” Step 2: Press the knob, and then turn it to change the setting. 32 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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H E Y E R P a s i t h e c Step 3: Press the knob to save the setting. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 33 / 106...
When the UI is powered on, the startup interface is displayed, followed by the LOGO interface. Figure 4-1 LOGO Interface The System Self Test interface will appear after the LOGO interface. Figure 4-2 System Self Test Interface 34 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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Figure 4-3 System Self Test Complete interface Select the “Continue” option to perform the Leak Test procedure. Select “Bypass” to enter the STANDBY interface. If the self test fails, please contact a service representative. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 35 / 106...
3. If bellows moved during step 1, turn off Power Supply and contact manufacturer. 4. Select “Continue” if Paw gauge index is between 25 cmH O and 35 cmH 36 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Click the “Continue” to perform Safety Valve Test as shown in Figure 4-6: Figure 4-6 Safety Valve Test in progress. When test is complete, screen will display the following: Figure 4-7 Safety Valve Test Pass interface Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 37 / 106...
Click “Continue” to perform the Leak Test. Figure 4-9 Automatic Leak Test in progress When the leak test is complete, the following is displayed: Figure 4-10 Automatic Leak Test Pass interface 38 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
2. Select “Continue” to start test or select “Bypass” to proceed to Normal Screen. Click “Continue” option to perform the Compliance Test. Figure 4-12 Compliance Test in Progress Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 39 / 106...
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Complete the Compliance Test according to the instructions shown in Figure 4-13: 1. Set O flowmeter to zero. 2. Select “Continue” to proceed to Normal Screen. Click “Continue” and the STANDBY screen will appear: Figure 4-14 STANDBY interface 40 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Step 2: Select “Auto Ventilation”. To adjust settings, refer to section 4.1.6. Step 3: If necessary, push the O flush button to inflate the bellows. 4.2.1 Stop Mechanical Ventilation Set ventilation mode to Manual or STANDBY mode. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 41 / 106...
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Pressure-Volume loop and Flow-Volume loop and preserves the two new reference loops. When a user exits the loop function, the preserved loops are saved. When the working mode is STANDBY, the two function loops are deleted. 44 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
If the indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied to the machine. Plug the power cord into a different socket, close the breaker, or replace the power cord. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 45 / 106...
The gas flow control valve should be adjusted slowly. Do not turn it quickly when the reading of the flowmeter goes beyond the maximum or minimum flow rate; the control valve could be damaged and/or break. 46 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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AIR to ensure that the flowmeter float moves smoothly. 13. Adjust the knob of the N O flowmeter and ensure that there is no gas in the flowmeter. 14. Turn off the Pneumatic and Electronic Switch. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 47 / 106...
11 Turn all flow control valves completely clockwise to the close. 12 Reconnect O pipeline supplies or open the O cylinder valve slowly. 13 Turn off the Pneumatic and Electronic Switch. 48 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Then perform step 1 to step 5. 5.4.2 Testing Vaporizer CAUTION: Refer to relevant instructions for use regarding the performance testing of the vaporizer. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 49 / 106...
Set ventilation mode to Manual Mode and auto ventilation should stop. • Block patient end and press O + button. • “Continuous Pressure!!!” alarm should sound after 15 seconds. 12 Turn off the Pneumatic and Electronic Switch. 50 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Turn off main supply and close all gas cylinder valves if not using the system. Ensure that the following items are complete: Apparatus: Airway maintenance Manual ventilation Organ cannula Applicable anesthesia and emergent drugs. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 51 / 106...
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WARNING: Anesthesia equipment must be connected to the waste gas scavenging system to prevent the bodily injury. This must be followed during testing and clinical application. 52 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
• Ensure that the backup manual ventilator can be used immediately if the electrical surgical equipment fails. • Never use masks or hoses that can conduct electricity. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 53 / 106...
100% accurate. To decide whether to replace the absorbent, use the CO monitoring machine. Immediately remove absorbent that has changed color. Soda lime sometimes reverts to its original color several hours after use. 54 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Step 3: Connect oxygen sensor. Connect the oxygen sensor between the inspiratory port of the breathing system and patient system. Turn and insert the oxygen sensor vertically in the connector. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 55 / 106...
Only the medical gas supply should be used. Other types of gas supply may contain water, oil or other pollutants. WARNING: Note that all gas supply connectors have different dimensions and structures. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 57 / 106...
CAUTION No more than four auxiliary mains socket outlets should be used when HEYER Pasithec in use. This label displays the voltage of the power supply and the rated ampere value of the circuit breaker. Fuse: 250V / 2A, ∅5X20 (F) Maximum current outlet: 1.5A (each);...
The Gas Inlet Module includes pipeline gas supply and standby gas supply. The pipeline connector and standby gas supply connector all adopt DISS (Diameter-indexed safety system), which can prevent wrong connections. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 59 / 106...
Sterilize main unit with ultraviolet radiation. Do not use acetic hydro peroxide or formaldehyde steaming. Breathing system components Refer to section 7.2. Breathing System Wash, refer to section 7.3. Bellows Wash, refer to section 0. 60 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
The red part of the supplying board is a heater. Do not touch it! 62 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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Steam (not more than 50° C) or immersion disinfectio n can be used. In case of immersion, all sterilized parts must be dried with high pressure air or oxygen before reuse. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 63 / 106...
This section covers disassembling, assembling, cleaning and sterilizing the bellows assembly. Read all parts of this section before disassembling, assembling, cleaning and sterilizing to avoid equipment damage and/or patient injury. CAUTION: Only the folding gasbag is made of latex. 64 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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3. Detach the top plate from the folding gasbag, and remove inner ring from the top of folding gasbag. 4. Turn counter-clockwise and remove the three black handles from the rim. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 65 / 106...
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4) Check the components if they are broken or damp, and then perform the assembling and function test. 5) Connect the bellow assembly, ventilator and breathing system. 6) Perform the preoperative check. 66 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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Scrub and rinse the components that had indirect contact with patients with 1-3% phenol solution or soap-and-water solution and water. Irradiate them by using the ultraviolet ray for 30 minutes if necessary. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 67 / 106...
Check each component carefully to check for cracks, distortion, dissolution, inflation and other physical changes. Replace them if necessary. Assemble the bellows assembly, and then perform the leak test. 68 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
It is recommended that damaged parts be replaced with components manufactured or sold by HEYER. After any repair work, test the unit to ensure it complies with the manufacturer’s published specifications. Contact the nearest HEYER Service Center for service assistance. In all cases, other than where our warranty is applicable, repairs will be made at current list price for the replacement part(s) plus a reasonable labor charge.
Maintaining the Breathing System Parts that are broken, crushed, worn or distorted must be replaced immediately when cleaning the breathing system. Refer to the sections corresponding to reassembly and testing. 70 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Before performing 100% O sensor calibration, 21% O sensor calibration must be finished. Step 1 Press MENU key and a menu window appears on the screen. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 71 / 106...
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Perform the operation in accordance with the prompt on the screen. Disassemble O sensor from the Y-piece and place it in the air for more than 3 minutes. 72 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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If 21% calibration fails, the word “Calibration failed” is displayed in the window. If calibration fails: • Repeat these steps to calibrate it again. • If it fails again, replace the O sensor and recalibrate it. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 73 / 106...
Disconnect the Gas sensor from the Y-piece, and place it in the air for no less than 15 minutes. Remove the airway adapter (or a new one) until the light turns green. Wait 1 minute till the State-Area turns green (OK) and select it. 74 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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“Calibration successful” will be displayed on the window after the calibration is completed successfully. Reinstall the Gas Sensor to the breathing system. Select “Finish” to complete the calibration. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 75 / 106...
Disconnect the Gas Sensor from the Y-piece and place it in the air for no less than 15 minutes. Remove the airway adapter (or a new one) until the light turns green. Wait 1 minute till the State-Area turns green (OK) and select NEXT. 76 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Typically a 10° C change of temperature doubles the output signal from the sensor. Solid membrane sensors require temperature compensation as a result, and many have thermistors in them. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 77 / 106...
Only an authorized services representative can replace the battery. If the battery will not be used, contact a service representative to disconnect the battery. Dispose used batteries in accordance with local laws. 78 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Never sterilize or immerse the IRMA airway adapters in liquid. They can be cleaned using a cloth moistened with ethanol or isopropyl alcohol. Replace every two weeks. Figure7-1:IRMA child adapter Figure 7-2:IRMA adult adapter Figure 7-3:IRMA CO gas module Figure 7-4:IRMA AX+gas module Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 79 / 106...
Alarm Message List CAUTION: Patient safety comes first during an operation. Repair the problem once the operation is finished. CAUTION: Operation instruction is not included in the alarm message list. 80 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Over-compensation of air or limit of FiO Reduce sensor non-calibrated. compensation. sensor failure. Perform the calibration. Replace O sensor. High FiO greater than upper limit. Reset upper ---- limit of FiO Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 83 / 106...
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APNEA condition shall not restart the apnea timing. Breathing circuit disconnects during automatic ventilation shall cause an apnea alarm. APNEA FreqMIN in PS mode triggers N.A. Backup the ventilator. 84 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
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PEEP in pressure support mode for more than 30 seconds. Negative High Negative Airway Pressure of - Pressure 2 cmH O or less for greater than 4 seconds. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 85 / 106...
The folding gasbag Gas scavenging port is occluded Remove the occlusion is inflated Malfunctioning waste gas scavenging Repair waste gas scavenging excessively system created excessive resistance or system vacuum 86 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Physical Specification All specifications are approximate and may be changed without notice. CAUTION: Do not use the Pasithec in a volatile environment. CAUTION: Do not place heavy objects on the top of the machine or in the draws. The top board and working table can bear 25kg, and the drawer can bear 10kg.
Nitrous oxide proportionally to ensure the O concentration is no less than 25%. Accuracy: ±10% of full scale under the condition of 20°C, 101.3 kPa, 10.3.3 Classification According to IEC60601-1, HEYER Pasithec belongs to the following classifications: • Class I equipment • Type B equipment •...
10.5 Electromagnetic Compatibility Changing or reassembling this equipment without authorization may cause electromagnetic compatibility problems. Contact HEYER for assistance. Designing and testing this equipment is in accordance with the following stipulations. WARNING: Using cell phones or other radio equipment near this product may cause malfunctions.
10.6 Operation Theory The HEYER Pasithec is a continuous flow anesthetic system. It is equipped with an airway which can transfer O O, AIR and inhalation anesthetic drugs. Airway parts can use O O and AIR, and the O and AIR which is needed reduce to 280 kPa~600 kPa can enter into the machine through a high pressure pipeline.
H E Y E R P a s i t h e c 10.6.1 Pneumatic System Figure 10-1 Operation principle diagram of system Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 91 / 106...
Meet requirements for Class I, type B equipment specified in EN60601-1 Medical Electrical equipment: Part one: General requirement for safety. Minute volume: Max 20 L/min Inspiratory flowrate: Max 75 L/min Pressure transmission 5~80 cmH range: 92 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
The operator should check that the current alarm preset is appropriate prior to use on each patient. Do not set alarm limits to extreme values that can render the alarm system useless. 94 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
It may be used in the operating suite, intensive care unit, patient room and emergency medicine settings for adult, pediatric and infant patients. 96 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
O @ 10 LPM Note1: After being in a condensing atmosphere, the unit shall be stored for more than 24h in an environment equivalent to the operating humidity. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 97 / 106...
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“Interfering gas and vapor effect” below. Note2: The accuracy specification for IRMA AX+ is not valid if more than two agents are present in the gas mixture. 98 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
3. A green LED indicates that the IRMA probe is ready for use. 4. Connect IRMA/airway adapter 15mm male connector to the breathing circuit Y-piece. 5. Connect IRMA/airway adapter 15mm female connector to the patient’s endotracheal tube. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 99 / 106...
Allow 1 minute for warm up of the IRMA AX+ probes after powering on the machine and after changing the IRMA airway adapter before proceeding with the Zeroing. The green LED on the probe will blink for approximately 5 seconds while Zeroing is in progress. 100 / 106 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual Rev. 0.2 Draft - 12/09...
Never sterilize or immerse the IRMA probe in liquid. Do not apply tension to the probe cable. Do not operate the IRMA probe outside the specified operating temperature environment. Rev. 0.2 Draft – 12/09 HEYER Pasithec, Operator’s manual 101 / 106...
Warranty declaration by HEYER Medical AG In addition to the legal warranty acc. to HBG §377, HEYER MEDICAL AG shall grant a warranty of 12 months for the purchase of a new apparatus from the HEYER product range. The warranty period begins with the date of invoice and is subject to the following conditions: 1.
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