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User Manual A200SP Absorber A N A E S T H E S I A S O LU T I O N S...
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The absorber must be serviced to the schedule detailed in section 7.1. Details of these operations are given in the A200SP Absorber service manual, available only for Penlon-trained engineers. For any enquiry regarding the servicing or repair of this device,...
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WARNING performance and maintenance checks applicable to the Anaesthesia systems have the capability to deliver mixtures A200SP Absorber. of gases and vapours to the patient which could cause injury Information contained in this manual is correct at the date of or death unless controlled by a qualified anaesthetist.
Should such a repair become necessary it is recommended that a request for service advice be made to Penlon Limited or the nearest Penlon Service Centre. This device and any of its constituent parts must be repaired...
1. Personnel must make themselves familiar with the Check that at all times that the switch is free to move contents of this manual and the function of the A200SP from one end of its travel to the other. Absorber before use.
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- the manometer, adjustable pressure limiting (APL) valve, breathing circuit connectors, etc. 7. Do not use any ventilator with the A200SP absorber that does not comply with EN ISO 8835 Part 2 or BS EN ISO 80601-2-13.
CO2 in the patient expired gas. Contraindications The standard A200SP Absorber is not suitable for use in an MRI environment. Contact Penlon Limited for details of the A200SP MRI Absorber.
Failure to lock the canister in the fully closed position, may cause a system leak and/or a reduction in CO2 absorption. 5. Leak test the absorber - see section 6.2. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
If no ventilator is connected to the absorber, care must be taken to ensure that the bag/ventilator switch is kept in the ‘Bag’ position, to avoid gross loss of gas from the breathing system and to maintain the reservoir bag in the system. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
The manometer (1) is located on the top of the manifold block Manometer scale: -10 to +100 cmH2O Manometer accuracy: ±5% (within range +10 to 80 cmH2O) CAUTION Remove the manometer before autoclaving the absorber manifold block - see section 8.5. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
The use of end tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2) monitoring is strongly recommended. Connection of a suitable analyser must be made between the patient’s airway and the patient connection Y-piece. Read the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the analyser. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
This function can be enabled/disabled through the ventilator on-screen menu (see Appendix, in the ventilator user manual). A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Tested, as detailed in section 4.2.1, with a flow of 6 L/min of air through the fresh gas inlet and an induced flow of 60 L/min through the breathing system. a) Inspiratory resistance: Less than 0.6 kPa (6 cmH2O) b) Inspiratory resistance: Less than 0.45 kPa (4.5 cmH2O) A200SP Absorber User Manual...
1. The absorber canister is not electrically conductive. 2. Cleaning and sterilisation details are given in section 8, Sterilisation 4 .5 .2 Canister Resistance The resistance of a freshly filled canister is less than 0.2 kPa (2 cmH2O) at 60 L/min. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
IPX0 (not protected) Sterilization A list of absorber components that may be sterilized is given in section 8. Oxygen compatibility The A200SP absorber is not suitable for use in an oxygen rich environment Classification Labelling Refer to Appendix 4. A200SP Absorber...
Altitude Up to 2775 m (9000 feet) Air Pressure 70 – 106 kPa MRI compatibility The standard A200SP Absorber is not suitable for use in an MRI environment. Contact Penlon Limited for details of the A200SP MRI Absorber. Electro-magnetic compatibility The A200SP meets the requirements of EN60601-1-2 (compatibility - requirements and tests).
3. Do not use any breathing hoses that have electrically conductive properties. Hoses and cables schematic - see next page. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
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12. Connectors - sensor - patient pressure monitor 27. Oxygen sensor 13. Expiratory valve - absorber 28. Remote screen unit 14. Inspiratory valve - absorber 29. Output signal connector - ventilator control unit to remote 15. Connector - reservoir bag screen. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Replacement/Disposal - always follow the instructions supplied with the filter, and always replace at the recommended interval. 5 .2 .5 Pressure Monitor Pressure monitor self-sealing connector (9). Connect to PATIENT PRESSURE port on the rear panel of the ventilator control unit. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
1. To maintain good sealing, wipe the canister (1), absorbent container (4), seal (5), and the sealing plate (6) above the canister. 2. Remove all particles of soda lime, whenever the absorbent is changed. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
If the manometer (1) has been removed and refitted, function test the absorber, checking for leaks at the manometer, before clinical use. CAUTION Remove the manometer before autoclaving the absorber manifold block - see section 8.5. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
CAUTION Do not immerse or autoclave the heater elements (6), heater control unit (3), or electrical interface unit (7). Remove these components before the absorber assembly is cleaned and sterilised (see section 8.4). A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Check for correct operation 9. Heater test section 5.5 10. Leak test with canister removed section 6.6 11. Absorber leak test. section 6.2 12. Carry out all Anaesthetic workstation pre-use Refer to applicable workstation IFU. checks A200SP Absorber User Manual...
APL valve provides excess pressure relief. The manometer reading must not exceed 6 kPa (60 cmH2O) ± 10% at 6 L/min. Refit the reservoir bag. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
When the pressure reads 3 kPa (30 cmH2O) turn off the flow of gas. 4. Select ventilator, the pressure on gauge should drop, but the bag should remain inflated. 5. Squeeze the bag, there should be no loss of pressure, and the bellows must not rise. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
10. Repressurise the system to 3 kPa (30 cmH2O) and turn off the gas flow. 11. Check that the pressure does not fall to zero within one minute, then open the APL valve to release pressure. 12. Repeat the absorber leak test - see section 6.2. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Check that at all times that the switch is free to move from one end of its travel to the other. 7 .1 Service Schedule Servicing and repairs must only be carried out by Penlon- trained engineers. 1. Six-monthly inspection and function testing.
Hold the canister in place, check that there is no lateral movement. Turn the lever (2) anti-clockwise to the vertical position to lock the canister in place . 8. Leak test the absorber – see section 6.2. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
7.5 Adjustable Pressure Limiting APL) Valve Autoclave the APL valve (2) as part of the absorber assembly (see section 8.5.1). Check that the valve is in the open position before autoclaving. Do NOT wash in an automatic cleaning/washing machine. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
8 .3 Patient Circuit Components The components should be separated, washed with warm soap and water solution, rinsed in warm water and air dried. For sterilisation, follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Disconnect the cable, and unscrew the sensor from the side of the absorber. Do not autoclave. 3. Adjustable pressure limiting (APL) valve (3) a) Autoclave as part of the absorber assembly. b) The valve must be in the open position before autoclaving. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
6. After cleaning, check that the small O-ring (6) located in the bellows base under the diaphragm valve is in place. The ventilator will not function if the O-ring is missing. 7. Refer to section 8.5.2 for disinfection and sterilisation information for the bellows components. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
6. Refit the absorbent canister (9) (with inner carrier and container, if used) . The absorber assembly can now be autoclaved as a single unit. 7. Refer to section 8.5.1 for disinfection and sterilisation information for the absorber and components. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
4. Hold the canister in place, check that there is no lateral movement. Turn the lever (5) anti-clockwise to the vertical position to lock the canister in place. 5. Before clinical use, ALWAYS carry out all the Pre-use Checks listed in section 6 of this manual.. A200SP Absorber User Manual...
9 . Appendix Appendix 1 References Standards The A200SP Absorber has been designed in accordance with the following standards: Standard Title BS EN 60601-1:2066+A12 2014 Medical electrical equipment - general requirements for safety BS EN 60601-1-2:2001 Medical electrical equipment - electromagnetic compatibility...
Follow your hospital, local, state and federal regulations. Bag (bag/ventilator switch) Ventilator (bag/ventilator switch) Gas inlet Lift Mechanism General Warning Heater fuse rating APL label Refer to the user manual Canister placement A200SP Absorber User Manual...
Always monitor absorber operation before and during use on a patient. The essential performance of the A200SP Absorber is to transmit gas mixture to and from a patient. Soda lime, housed in a canister mounted on the absorber, is used to absorb exhaled CO2.
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Appendix Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The A200SP Absorber is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the A200SP Absorber should assure that it is used in such an environment. Required test...