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DPA02 Anaesthesia System. The information given in this manual is correct at the date of publication. The policy of Diamedica (UK) Ltd is to continuously improve its products. Changes may be made to this manual without notice being given.
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The Diamedica Portable Anaesthesia Series utilizes atmospheric air within the delivered mixture to the patient it is therefore recommended, particularly in areas at risk of atmospheric contamination that a single use bacteria filter is used within the patient circuit.
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THE DPA 02 MANUAL 1. INTRODUCTION 2. SPECIFICATIONS 3. CLEANING, GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL 4. THE COMPONENT PARTS OF THE DPA 02 5. CONTROL AND OPERATION 6. SUPPLEMENTRY OXYGEN SOURCES 7. TEST PROCEDURE BEFORE USE 8. USE OF THE DPA 02 ON ADULTS 9.
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The DPA series of anaesthetic machines has been developed to meet these requirements and the needs of anaesthetists working in difficult environments. The DPA 02 is a free-standing anaesthetic machine in a transport case suitable to be carried by a single individual. It has been specifically designed to facilitate the administration of inhalational anaesthesia in difficult environments.
2. SPECIFICATIONS The DPA 02 is suitable for adult and paediatric use. The specifications are listed below: Component / Feature Specification Dimensions (Closed case) Height 17cm Width 47cm Depth 35cm Weight 9.8kg Operating Temperature 5 - 40ᵒ C Environment Humidity...
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All accessories used with the DPA-02 must: • Be oxygen compatible, • Be biocompatible, 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...
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4. THE COMPONENT PARTS OF THE DPA 02 The Diamedica Portable Anaesthetic system DPA-02 has four principal components. • Protective Peli case. • Reservoir. • vaporiser. • Breathing system. These are configured as follows: Peli case. This carrying case features a soft-grip handle and two easy-open press-and-pull latches.
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The DPA 02 can function as a continuous flow machine when gases are provided by an Oxygen concentrator or an auxiliary source. However, if these sources fail the system will default to a drawover machine in order for anaesthesia to continue safely.
5. CONTROL AND OPERATION The Diamedica Portable Anaesthetic machine DPA 02 must be assembled as follows. Position and secure the vaporiser (1) Remove the vaporiser from the storage location and place it on the wire grill. (2) Secure the back of the vaporiser to the upright partition of the stand using the supplied screw.
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8. USE OF THE DPA 02 ON ADULTS In Adult patients (and paediatric patients above 10 kg) the standard Y piece dual limb circuit is used (Refer to Section 5 – Control and operation). Inspiratory valve Expiratory valve Correct vaporiser settings for induction and maintenance of anaesthetised stated are clinical decisions based on patient evaluation and ongoing monitoring.
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10. 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. 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.
11. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS. Q. Which volatile agents can be used with the Diamedica vaporiser? The scale is correct for both Halothane and Isoflurane. A Sevoflurane version of the vaporiser is also available. Important If ether is the only volatile agent available, it must be vaporised in a different vaporiser. It should also not be used in conjunction with the mechanical ventilator due to the risk of explosion.
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