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MicroCO Meter
Operating Manual
Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on
the order of a physician or licensed practitioner.
Micro Direct, Inc.
803 Webster Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
1-800-588-3381
www.mdspiro.com
073-04 US
Issue 1.6
February 2019

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  • Page 1 MicroCO Meter Operating Manual Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician or licensed practitioner. Micro Direct, Inc. 803 Webster Street Lewiston, ME 04240 1-800-588-3381 www.mdspiro.com 073-04 US Issue 1.6 February 2019...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview ............1 Introduction ..........1 Smoke Inhalation/CO Poisoning....2 Cigarette Consumption ......... 3 Package Contents ........5 Contraindications.......... 7 Warnings and Cautions ........ 7 Intended Use ..........8 Operation ............. 9 PC Connection ........... 12 Calibration ..........12 Battery Life ..........
  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview The MicroCO is a hand-held battery-operated device used to measure the concentration of carbon monoxide, CO, on the breath and calculates the percentage of carboxyhemoglobin, %COHb, in the blood. It is accurate, easy to use, and has many features designed to simplify its operation.
  • Page 4: Smoke Inhalation/Co Poisoning

    Raised levels of carboxyhemoglobin are most commonly caused by accidental smoke inhalation/CO poisoning or cigarette smoking. The MicroCO includes a countdown timer as an aid to timing the breath holding period prior to exhalation. The results are displayed on a clear LCD display. Warning lights are provided to give an instant indication of the smoking level.
  • Page 5: Cigarette Consumption

    Meredith T, Vale A, Carbon monoxide poisoning British Medical Journal, 1988; 296, 77-78 Cigarette Consumption The MicroCO provides a simple screening test for cigarette consumption for use in all smoking cessation programs. Measurement of carboxyhemoglobin has been well validated as an indirect measure of cigarette consumption and is...
  • Page 6 Typical values for carboxyhemoglobin and expired CO in smokers and poisoning victims, together with the alarm light status, are given below: CO (ppm) %COHb Cigarette Indicator consumption 0 – 6 0 – 1 Nonsmoker Green 7 –10 1.1 – 1.6 Light smoker Amber 11 –...
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Nardini Stefano Respiratory and TB Unit- General Hospital- Via Forlanini, 71- I-31029-Vittorio Veneto (TV- ITALY). Package Contents The MicroCO is supplied with a carrying case containing the following items: 1. MicroCO meter (Cat No. MC02) 2. 22 mm mouthpiece adapter (Cat No. PSA1800) 3.
  • Page 8 % C O H b CO-PPM micro...
  • Page 9: Contraindications

    Contraindications There are no known contraindications for using the MicroCO. Warnings and Cautions The following terms are used as follows in this manual Caution: Possibility of injury or serious damage Warning: Conditions or practices that could result in personal injury Please Note: Important information for avoiding damage to the instrument or facilitating operation of the instrument.
  • Page 10: Intended Use

    IEC 60601-1 for medical electrical systems. During measurements, connect the MicroCO only to computers that comply with IEC 60601-1 / ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005 / CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1:14 Intended Use The MicroCO is intended to measure the amount of Carbon Monoxide (CO) that can be expired from the breath.
  • Page 11: Operation

    CO poisoning. The MicroCO is designed for use by clinicians and health care professionals. Operation For accurate results, the CO meter should be used at room temperature. If the instrument has been stored in cool or hot conditions, allow time to reach room temperature prior to use.
  • Page 12 count down from 20 to 0 as an aid to timing the breath holding period. The green indicator will illuminate and the display will change to: At this time, the subject should seal their lips around the mouthpiece and exhale slowly and fully. The 20 second breath holding period is recommended to allow time for equilibration of alveolar gas.
  • Page 13 Important note: Before repeating a measurement, the unit must be turned off, and the mouthpiece and adapter removed for at least one (1) minute. This is to allow re- equilibration with ambient air and to dry the surface of the sensor. Visually inspect that all moisture has evaporated from the surface of the sensor before reuse.
  • Page 14: Pc Connection

    PC Connection The MicroCO may be connected to the serial port of a PC running COBRA (CO BReath Analysis) software. This software allows the measurements to be read by a PC and automatically entered onto a pre-defined report for subsequent printing and filing. It also allows the CO level indicators and the breath holding countdown timer to be configured to individual requirements.
  • Page 15 Serial Port Calibration Button Screw the control valve firmly onto the cylinder and connect the gas supply as shown below: Push the slide switch to the CO - PPM position and wait for the unit to display zero. P l a s t i c T u b i n g C o n t r o l F l o w V a l v e...
  • Page 16 (20ppm) that the connections to the gas cylinder are secure, that the gas cylinder is not empty, and then repeat the calibration procedure. If the above message is repeated, the CO meter must be returned to Micro Direct, Inc. for sensor replacement.
  • Page 17 Sensor life is greater than 2 years and depends upon both the amount of exposure to CO and other gases, particularly solvents such as alcohol and cleaning fluids If the signal from the CO sensor is too high, a new calibration value will not be stored and the following will be displayed when calibration is attempted: The most likely cause for this is using an incorrect...
  • Page 18: Battery Life

    Battery Life Battery life is approximately 30 hours of continuous use. When the battery has approximately one (1) hour of useful life left, the alarm will sound momentarily after the unit is first switched on and the following message will be displayed: When the battery has completely expired the above will be displayed continuously and the battery must be replaced.
  • Page 19: Internal Battery Expiry

    Please Note: Dispose of the waste battery in accordance with your waste management regulations. Internal Battery Expiry The MicroCO has an internal battery with a life of approximately ten years. This battery supplies the sensor signal conditioning circuit continuously to ensure instant start...
  • Page 20: Product Lifetime

    When this occurs, the MicroCO must be returned to Micro Direct for sensor replacement. Product Lifetime The MicroCO meter is designed for a product lifetime of seven (7) years. Cleaning Disinfection of contaminated parts is only effective after having them carefully pre-cleaned.
  • Page 21: Servicing

    (i.e. chlorine or alcohol) or permanent damage may result. CAUTION: Do not attempt to wash or immerse the MicroCO meter in water or cleaning fluid, as there are electronic components inside that will be permanently damaged.
  • Page 22 Problem Possible Cause Solution MicroCO cannot Batteries are flat Change the be switched on battery or “bat” is displayed Battery life is Unit not being Turn the unit off shorter than switched off after use expected “CEL” is Fuel cell is...
  • Page 23: Safety Designation Per Iec 60601-1

    Degree of mobility Transportable Mode of operation Continuous Classifications according to IEC 60601-1 MicroCO Applied part, type B WARNING: No modification of this equipment is allowed. WARNING: Do not connect devices that are not specified as part of the system.
  • Page 24: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) To

    (including other medical devices). The purpose of this testing is to ensure that the MicroCO is not likely to adversely affect the normal operation of other such equipment and that other such equipment is not likely to adversely affect the normal operation of the MicroCO.
  • Page 25 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions The MicroCO is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the MicroCO should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emission Test...
  • Page 26 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The MicroCO is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the MicroCO should assure that it is used in such and environment. Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test...
  • Page 27 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The MicroCO is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the MicroCO should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Test Level...
  • Page 28: Symbols

    Symbols Type B device In accordance with Directive 93/42/EEC Disposal compliance with your local waste management facility Consult the instructions for use Manufacturer Date of Manufacture Serial Number Federal U.S. law restricts this device to sale by or on the Rx only order of a physician.
  • Page 29: Consumables / Accessories

    Interface cable for COBRA Software 48-70 Protex Disinfectant Wipes For further information or to place an order for disposables or supporting products, please contact Micro Direct, your local distributor or view our website www.mdspiro.com For Customer Care: Toll Free 1-800-588-3381, phone 207-786-7808...
  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications Sensor type Electro-chemical fuel cell Range 0 - 300 ppm Resolution 1 ppm Detected levels: Display: Green indicator light 0 to 6 ppm (0 to 1 %COHb) Amber indicator light 7 to 10 ppm (1.1 to 1.6 %COHb) Red indicator light 11 to 72 ppm (1.8 to 12 %COHb) Flashing red light +alarm >...
  • Page 31: Customer Contact Information

    Customer Contact Information For all sales order processing for products, training and spare parts, service and technical support inquiries, please contact the following: Micro Direct, Inc. 803 Webster Street Lewiston, ME 04240 Customer Service and Sales Toll Free: 800-588-3381 Telephone:...

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