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Respiratory humidifier User manual Rev. 09382-03 06.05.2021...
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Copyright ® 2021 Löwenstein Medical SE & Co. KG Subject to change 06.05.2021 Löwenstein Medical SE & Co. KG Arzbacher Straße 80 56130 Bad Ems, Germany +49 2603/9600−0 : +49 2603/9600−50 loewensteinmedical.com User manual LM 2000 Order no.: gba10450en2012 Chapter...
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Supplementary instructions About this instruction manual This instruction manual was created for the respiratory humidifier LM 2000. Hereinafter the product is also referred to as “device”. This instruction manual allows you to use the device safely and efficiently. The instruction manual is a...
A – Screen saver ......................... 41 A – Alarm screen ......................... 41 Alarms ............................ 43 Alarm hierarchy ........................43 First-level alarms ........................44 Second-level alarms........................ 46 Testing the functionality of the alarm system ................48 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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Cleaning and sterilising the heating cable and power cable ..........52 Cleaning and disinfecting the temperature sensor cable ............ 52 Cleaning and sterilising the temperature sensor cable ............53 Disposal ..........................53 Accessories and replacement parts ................... 54 Technical data ........................56 Chapter LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Heating cable Cable that supplies power to the internal heating cables of the heated ventilation tube. Heating plate LM 2000 element for supplying the water chamber with thermal energy. Mains cable Cable connecting the humidifier with a power source. Stand-by The device’s operating mode at reduced performance...
Indicates list entries without a defined order. (see reference target on page) indicates references to chapters or specific contents in this manual. This symbol highlights hints and recommendations as well as information for efficient and failure-free operation. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Medical purpose Medical purpose Indication The LM 2000 is a humidifier that adds water in the form of steam to the inspiratory gas of newborn, paediatric and adult patients. The LM 2000 is a Category 1 humidifier, i.e. it is...
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Do not cover the LM 2000 with bed linen or other cloth during operation to prevent the humidifier from overheating. ▪...
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(if present) or by pulling out the mains plug (only after you have ensured that the liquid has not entered the humidifier). 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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▪ When air-oxygen mixtures are introduced into the heated tubes and humidification chamber installed in combination with the LM 2000, the concentration of the mixture must be measured near the patient interface. Cleaning and maintenance ▪...
Electromagnetic emissions and electromagnetic compatibility Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration – Electromagnetic emissions The LM 2000 system is suitable for operation in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Customers or users of the LM 2000 system must ensure its use in such a suitable environment.
Electromagnetic emissions and electromagnetic compatibility Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration – Electromagnetic immunity The LM 2000 system is suitable for operation in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Customers or users of the LM 2000 system must ensure its use in such a suitable environment.
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If the measured field strength at the location where LM 2000 system is used exceeds the above compliance level, the LM 2000 system should be observed in order to prove its proper function.
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Recommended safety distances between portable, mobile and fixed HF telecommunication equipment and the LM 2000 The LM 2000 system is is intended for operation in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated HF interference is controlled. The customer or user of the...
Löwenstein Medical SE & Co KG accepts no liability for damage resulting from failure to observe these instructions. Guarantee and liability provisions of the sale and delivery conditions are supplemented by the above-mentioned instructions. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
▪ The LM 2000 may only be used with Löwenstein Medical’s ventilation tubes, which have been specially developed for the correct operation of the device. The use of water chambers not approved by Löwenstein Medical may affect performance or safety;...
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Product code Serial number Sensitive to moisture Sensitive toheat Temperature limits Fragile The device must be disposed of in accordance with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Contact the responsible Löwenstein Medical sales partner. Applied parts type BF 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
Nuremberg. Fuse F 1.6AL, 250V Plug for heating cable Plug for temperature sensor cable Alternating current The type plate contains, among other things, the serial number, mains connection and fuse data. Identification and labelling LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
(2) Plug for connection to the heated inspiration tube. Dual heating cable (1) Plug for connection to the humidifier (red) (2) Plug for connection to the heated inspiration tube. (3) Plug for connection to the heated expiration tube. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
“V”, the humidifier by block “U” and the patient by block “P”. (1) Water trap For further positions, refer to the illustration above. (2) Single heating cable LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
(4) Sensor to detect the temperature near (10) Connection to the internal heating cable of the the patient expiration tube (5) Inspiration tube (11) Patient interface (6) Expiration tube (12) Filter 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
– For Adult configuration: (→ "Adult configuration" p. 24) Always consider the choice made by the doctor. For further details please refer to the user manual for the water chamber and the ventilation tubes. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
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Connect the ventilation tubes between the device ventilator and the water chamber. Refer to illustrations in the following chapters: – For Neonate configuration: (→ "Neonate configuration" p. 23) – For Adult configuration: (→ "Adult configuration" p. 24) 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
Screen display for humidifier in a configuration with heated inspiration and expiration tube Screen display for humidifier in a configuration with heated inspiration tube only LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
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You can resume humidification before two minutes have passed by pressing the [START] button for about half a second. The LED on the device lights up continuously in blue when humidification is paused. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
If the changes are not saved within 20 seconds, the screen closes WITHOUT saving the changes made, and the operating screen is displayed again. If no changes are made after ten seconds, the humidifier automatically returns to the operating screen. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Press the adjacent button, which is located on the operating screen, to open the list of events. Opening the screen page will display a list of the latest events that occurred after the LM 2000 was switched on. The events are listed in chronological order. The most recent event is displayed at the top of the list.
Once you have entered the password, you can select the language of the menu display. LM 2000 suggests both the menu in English and the menu in the previously set language. Press the button corresponding to the menu language you want to use.
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Use the [Alarm MAX. Water Level in Chamber] button to disable the maximum level sensor of the water chamber. Use the [Alarm MIN. Water Level in Chamber] button to enable the maximum level sensor of the water chamber. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
[OK] in the parameter overview to save the changes. N – Screen saver The screen saver is activated when the LM 2000 is left in operation for a certain period of time (adjustable via the settings menu) without touching the screen.
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LED is red Alarms without latching function The LM 2000 has an intelligent alarm system that enables it to constantly detect an alarm state and therefore manage the alarm signals in such a way that no latching function is necessary.
When switched on for the first time, the temperature value at the chamber outlet and near the patient is set to 37 or 39°C. In operating mode, the green LED on the device will flash. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
If one of the other buttons were pressed, the green circle would move there. On the temperature control screen, you can press the following buttons to select default temperature values: 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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[+] button and decreasing it with the [-] button. The control temperature at the outlet of the water chamber can be set between 29 and 37°C, while the control temperature near the patient can be set between 30 and 40°C. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
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▪ Change the control temperatures (lowering the temperature at the chamber outlet and/or increasing the temperature near the patient will reduce the formation of condensation in the inspiration tube). 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
Once you have entered the password, you can select the language of the menu display. LM 2000 suggests both the menu in English and the menu in the previously set language. Press the button corresponding to the menu language you want to use.
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Use the [Alarm MIN. Water Level in Chamber] button to enable the maximum level sensor of the water chamber. The Reset button resets the parameter to the factory setting. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
[OK] in the parameter overview to save the changes. A – Screen saver The screen saver is activated when the LM 2000 is left in operation for a certain period of time (adjustable via the settings menu) without touching the screen.
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LED is red Alarms without latching function The LM 2000 has an intelligent alarm system that enables it to constantly detect an alarm state and therefore manage the alarm signals in such a way that no latching function is necessary.
Icon for low temperature - the yellow colour is associated with second-level alarms. Icon for high condensation - the red colour is associated with first-level alarms. Icon for fast plate heating - the yellow colour is associated with second-level alarms. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
< 30 minutes mechanism to Check for correct installation of the temperature sensor cable. condensation prevent condensation Check that the permissible operating conditions are observed under was not effective ambient conditions. Possibly defective temperature sensor cable. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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Check that the permissible operating conditions are observed under LM 2000 has ambient conditions. exceeded 70°C Check that the humidifier is correctly positioned and that the ventilation openings (under and behind the device) are not blocked. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Plate does not heat Possible problem with the Switch off and on again after at least 5 minutes E0018 No < 5 seconds thermal fuse or pilot triac Contact the technical customer service. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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+/- 2°C over a Check that the temperature sensor cable is correctly connected period of 5 minutes Check that the ambient conditions have been observed. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
The use of ventilation tubes and accessories not approved by Löwenstein Medical may impair performance or endanger safety. ▪ For correct operation, the LM 2000 may only be used with specific WARNING ventilation tubes and accessories from Löwenstein Medical. The functions of the alarm system can be tested at any time if the LM 2000 is in operation and humidification has not been stopped.
Löwenstein Medical. Löwenstein Medical accepts no responsibility for the proper functioning and safety of the LM 2000 humidifier if the annual tests required by the maintenance manual have not been carried out by competent and authorised/certified personnel.
▪ Do not subject the humidifier to any sterilisation malfunction of the device process. ▪ Do not use alcohol, solvents or scouring agents. These substances could damage the device and cause it to malfunction. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
(e.g. the disinfectant solution Sporicidin® or similar products with approx. 1.5% “buffered phenol”). Make sure that the surfaces are wetted with the product for at least 10 minutes to ensure bactericidal, fungicidal and virucidal effectiveness. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Immerse the temperature sensors in water and remove visible contaminated residues with a small brush. Ensure that the electrical connector plug is not immersed in the water. Dry the sensors carefully with a disposable cloth. 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
RoHS III All components used in the manufacture of the humidifier are strictly certified according to RoHS III (Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2019). LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Heated dual circuit for Adults with water chamber with automatic filling (1.80 m) n160v2c Tube system for Neonates with dual heating (i + e) with water chamber with automatic filling (1.60 m) 0217107 Temperature control cable 1.80 m 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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B plug Löwenstein Medical manufactures a complete range of approved and specific ventilation tubes and accessories for the correct operation of the LM 2000 humidifier. A full list of approved models is available upon request. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
Table 15: Dimensions and weights Dimensions 152 x 171 x 200 mm (W x H x D) (without water chamber) Weight approx. 1.6 kg (without water chamber) approx. 1.8 kg (with prefilled water chamber) 09382-03 - 06.05.2021 - LM 2000...
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The manufacturer may at any time, without prior notice, make changes to the device which will affect these specifications. If you require further technical information, please contact Löwenstein Medical Service. LM 2000 - 06.05.2021 - 09382-03...
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Subject to change As at 06.05.2021 Löwenstein Medical SE & Co. KG Arzbacher Straße 80 56130 Bad Ems, Germany : +49 2603/9600−0 : +49 2603/9600−50 : loewensteinmedical.com User manual LM 2000 Order no.: gba10450en2012...
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