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Neo-Pod™ “T” Heat & Humidification Transport System Operators Manual...
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The Neo-Pod “T” manual is translated into the following languages and can be found on our website at: www.westmedinc.com French German Italian Portuguese Spanish...
Description: The Neo-Pod “T” Transport Humidification System and associated breathing circuit is a wick-type respiratory gas-heated humidifier system intended for infant use during transport in an appropriate transport incubator. The system is designed to heat and humidify dry medical gas. Indications: The Neo-Pod “T”...
1. Neo-Pod “T” Controller: (Figure A) The Neo-Pod “T” Controller is the electronic unit that controls the LavaBed Humidifier Cartridge and monitors the temperature of the system. Caution! Read all instructions prior to use. Caution! Ensure the correct cable assembly is selected for your specific application.
Option 1. For use with the Transport Incubator 12 VDC Internal Battery Supply. See Instructions for Use included with cable assembly. PN 9400 Option 2 For use with a 120~240 VAC to 12 VDC Power Cable. See Instructions for Use included with cable assembly.
Set up Procedure: Cable Assembly Attachments 1. LavaBed Humidifier Cartridge: (Figure B) The cartridge must be secured inside the transport incubator enclosure (either attached to the inside wall with heavy duty Velcro or attached to the mattress bracket). 2. Connect grey communication cable to the top left side of the Neo-Pod “T” and connect the Quick Connect Cable to the LavaBed Humidifier Cartridge.
Breathing Circuit Connections: 1. Westmed Inc. supplies breathing circuits that are specified for use with the Neo-Pod “T” Transport Humidification System and are intended for use with a variety of ventilators; each circuit package contains a selection of connectors and adaptors to facilitate the connection to the ventilator.
Neo-Pod “T” Controller. 7. The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified by Westmed, may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of Neo-Pod “T” Controller. 8. The Neo-Pod “T” Controller should not be used adjacent to or stacked...
Alarms: All alarms provide both a visual indication and audible alarm. The audible alarm can be silenced for 90 seconds by pressing the Alarm Silence button; however, the alarm LED will remain illuminated as long as the alarm condition exists. Any alarm will disable the heater in the LavaBed Humidifier Cartridge until the alarm condition is addressed.
Servicing: The Neo-Pod “T” should be inspected for proper function by Westmed at a minimum of every five (5) years. While Westmed can provide this service, an in- house inspection can be performed once per year as follows. 1. Connect the Neo-Pod “T” to the Cable and turn it on. Verify the Temperature Sensor Failure Indicator is illuminated and the audible alarm is turned on.
Westmed Inc. As with all electrical devices, if any irregularity becomes apparent, you should take caution and have the device inspected by a Westmed Inc. repair specialist. Specifications: •...
Classification according to IEC 60601-1 • Classification of protection: class II • Powered by external 12 volt DC power supply • No internal power supply • No protective earth ground • Type of applied part: BF • Protection from ingress of water: none IPXØ •...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions The EQUIPMENT is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the EQUIPMENT should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance Test Test Level...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions The EQUIPMENT is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the EQUIPMENT should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 Electromagnetic environment- Immunity Test Compliance Test test level...
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Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the EQUIPMENT The EQUIPMENT is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the EQUIPMENT can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the EQUIPMENT as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
• The Neo-Pod “T” Controller, and LavaBed, should only be used with delivery • tubes or accessories recommended by Westmed Inc. Connection of other delivery tubes or accessories could result in patient injury or damage to the device. Do not submerge the Neo-Pod “T” Controller in water or other liquid as this •...
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Manufactured By: 5580 S. Nogales Hwy. Tucson, AZ 85706 USA Telephone: 800-975-7987 Fax: 520-294-6061 www.westmedinc.com PN 76144, Rev. 03 MT Promedt Consulting GmbH Altenhofstr. 80 66386 St. Ingbert, Germany...
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