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DPA 02
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Diamedica Portable Anaesthesia System
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE MANUAL
Diamedica (UK) Ltd
Grange Hill Industrial Estate
Bratton Fleming
Barnstaple, Devon
EX31 4UH, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1598 710066
Fax: +44 (0)1598 710055
Email: support@diamedica.co.uk
www.diamedica.co.uk
0088
Revision A
05-05-2017
DCN-0002
Page 1 of 13
© Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017
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- Page 1 Diamedica (UK) Ltd Grange Hill Industrial Estate Bratton Fleming Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4UH, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1598 710066 Fax: +44 (0)1598 710055 Email: support@diamedica.co.uk www.diamedica.co.uk 0088 Revision A 05-05-2017 DCN-0002 Page 1 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
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Page 2: Intended Use
“typical” device settings for concentrations delivered to the patient do not necessarily ensure patient safety. The DPA 01, DPA 02 and DPA 03 Portable Anaesthesia Systems are designed for use in remote areas with limited logistical support and emergency situations where ideal medical conditions are unlikely. - Page 3 Drawover anaesthesia is contraindicated for patients below 10kg, for these patients the machine should be used in continuous flow. The system is only intended to be used by Qualified Anaesthetists Page 3 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
- Page 4 Fig. 2 Assembly of reservoir: 1. While standing in front of the vaporiser and facing the DPA 02 anaesthetic machine, hold the reservoir block so that the metallic nozzle (C) is on the left and pointing away from you. 2. Attach the reservoir block to the input port on the left side of the vaporiser 3.
- Page 5 To test the assembly: Attach the test lung (1 litre green reservoir bag) to the patient end ‘Y’ piece of the respiratory tubing and confirm the integrity of the system using the self inflating bag. Page 5 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
- Page 6 VAPORISER IS AS LEVEL AS IS PRACTICABLE. IN ANY CASE THIS SHOULD ALWAYS BE LESS THAN 30 FROM THE HORIZONTAL. Vaporiser Inspiratory valve section Mapleson F Fig. 5 To patient Expired gases Page 6 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
- Page 7 Inspiratory arm of valve for DPA Portable >>>Direction of flow>>> One way valves Inspiratory/expiratory connection tube Self-inflating Fig. 6 Expiratory Arm of Valve Diaphragm Valve >>>>Indicates direction of flow >>>> Valve and Patient Circuit Scavenging connection Page 7 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
- Page 8 PEEP (Positive end expiratory pressure) PEEP can be fitted to the DPA 02 by connecting to the expiratory valve as shown in the picture below ensuring the correct direction of flow. Fig. 7 To adjust the PEEP valve The PEEP valve can be removed by pulling the valve from the clear case. To adjust the valve, turn red cap clockwise to increase pressure and anti-clockwise to reduce pressure.
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Page 9: Cleaning And General Maintenance
The breathing tubing provided with the DPA 02 should be cleaned and disinfected according to your hospital’s infection control procedures. If no bacteria filter is used, then the entire circuit should be cleaned and disinfected after each patient. - Page 10 • Be biocompatible, • Comply with the general requirements of the 93/42/EEC European Directive A full list of available spares is available by contacting Diamedica – support@diamedica.co.uk Technical data enquiries For all technical, performance or component related enquiries please contact Diamedica - support@diamedica.co.uk...
- Page 11 Frequently asked questions on the breathing system. Q. Which volatile agents can be used with the Diamedica vaporiser? The scale is calibrated for both Halothane and Isoflurane. A Sevoflurane version of the vaporiser is also now available. If ether is the only volatile agent available it must be vaporised in a different vaporiser.
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Page 12: Symbols Glossary
Fragile, handle Indicates a medical device that can be with care broken or damaged if not handled carefully. Keep dry Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture. Page 12 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017... - Page 13 The battery Chemical symbol for battery type included recycling symbol beneath Does not contain or have the presence of natural rubber latex Indicates that an object is capable of being recycled Page 13 of 13 © Copyright Diamedica (UK) Ltd 2017...
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