Operation - Weinmann MEDUVENT Standard Instructions For Use Manual

6 Operation

6 Operation
54 EN MEDUVENT Standard
Risk of fire resulting from simultaneous use of ventilator and
defibrillator in oxygen-enriched environments!
If a ventilator and defibrillator are used simultaneously in oxygen-
enriched atmospheres and in the presence of combustible
materials (e.g. textiles), sparking associated with defibrillation
might cause explosions and fires. This can cause serious or life-
threatening injury to the patient, user and bystanders.
 Use self-adhesive electrodes for defibrillation whenever
possible.
 Ensure that the oxygen/air mixture coming from the exhalation
valve can flow away from the patient's torso.
 Use the device only in ventilated rooms or environments.
Inadequate patient monitoring due to concealed alarm
transmitters!
A concealed alarm light, loudspeaker or display might prevent the
user from noticing alarms and reacting to dangerous situations.
This can cause serious or life-threatening injury to the patient.
 Always keep the alarm transmitters (alarm light, loudspeaker
and display) clear.
 Position the device display facing upward (e.g. on a table) or
forward (e.g. on a wall).
Increased breathing effort for the patient due to covered
patient valve!
Covering the patient valve might impair its function and put
therapy at risk. This might injure the patient.
 Do not cover/seal the expiration opening of the patient valve.