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seconds (may be set to 45 seconds or more in IMV range).
d. Flow rate
Sets inspiratory flow rate. Calibrated from 0 to 75 LPM.
e. Inspiratory Effort
Adjusts the patient trigger sensitivity.
f. PEEP/CPAP
Sets PEEP level when cycle selector switch is in the CYCLE position
or CPAP level when switch is set to CPAP.
g. NORMAL/SIMV Switch
Selects between normal time cycled mode and SIMV mode.
h. Off/On Switch
Controls main power to the fluid logic.
i. Manual Button
Provides manually controlled inspirations.
j. Maximum Pressure (Rear Panel)
Sets the upper pressure limit of each cycle.
2. Indicators
a. Pressure Gauge
Indicates proximal airway pressure. Calibrated from -20 to +120
cmH O.
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b. Cycle Indicator
Indicates any time cycled inspiratory period.
c. Demand Indicator
Indicates any cycle initiated by patient breathing effort or backup
timer.
3. Connections
a. Logic Power Supply (100% O
A DISS oxygen fitting for connection to source of clean, dry, 50 ±5 psi
(345 ±34.5 kPa ) oxygen, to power logic.
b. Patient Gas Supply
DISS oxygen fitting for connection to source of clean, dry, 50 ±5 psi
(345 ±34.5 kPa ) supply of patient breathing gas mixture, e.g., from a
blender.
c. Patient Hose Connection
22mm connector (inside 15mm) for attaching main patient hose.
d. Exhalation Valve Connector
Powers the exhalation valve.
e. Pressure Gauge
Connects to pressure gauge line "T" adapter to give proximal airway
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