User's Manual Part 2

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! WARNING
Nasal cannula (P/N 1842 A, P, or I)are not for use with anesthetic agents.
6.3.3.3. Setup Checklist
• Ensure 3880 is warmed up prior to connecting
• All connections are secure with no leaks or kinks
• A new cannula or sampling line is used with each patient. For neonatal patient select
suitable gas sampling line
• No residual of alcohol based disinfectants
• Inspect lines regularly during use
6.3.4. Changing Respiration Settings
6.3.4.1. Unit
The End Tidal CO
2
vital sign can be displayed in either Vol %, mmHg or kPa units.
To adjust the pressure unit of measure follow these steps:
1. Touch the CO
2
vital sign box
2. Select “Unit”
3. Make Selection
4. Touch Back button to close the menu
6.3.4.2. Scale
The scale feature enables you to adjust the amplitude of an CO
2
waveform displayed.
To adjust the scale follow these steps:
1. Touch the CO
2
vital sign box
2. Select “Scale”
3. Make Selection (40, 60 or 90)
4. Touch Back button to close the menu
6.3.4.3. Sweep Rate
The sweep rate setting determines the speed at with the CO
2
waveform trace moves across the
display. You can change the waveform sweep rate between 3.12 mm/sec and 25 mm/sec by
selecting the appropriate setting under the CO
2
menu.
To adjust the sweep speed follow these steps:
1. Touch the CO
2
vital sign box
2. Select “Sweep Rate”
3. Select desired value
4. Touch Back button to close the menu