Operator's Manual

Chapter 6 Taking medical readings
Tempus Pro User/Operator Manual - 41-2001EN-00 – Page 104
WARNING
If too much moisture enters the sampling line
(i.e., from ambient humidity or
breathing of unusually humid air), the message Clearing FilterLine will appear in the
message area. If the sampling line cannot be cleared, the message FilterLine
Blockage will appear in the message area. Replace the sampling line once the
FilterLine Blockage message appears.
WARNING
Loose or damaged connections may compromise ventilation or cause an inaccurate
measurement of respiratory gases. Securely connect all components and check
connections for leaks according to standard clinical procedures.
WARNING
Always ensure the integrity of the patient breathing circuit after insertion of the
airway adapter by verifying a proper CO2 waveform (capnogram) on the monitor
display.
WARNING
Do not lift the Tempus by the FilterLine as it could disconnect from the monitor
causing the monitor to fall on the patient.
WARNING
Do not use the FilterLine H Set Infant/Neonatal during magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI) scanning. Using the FilterLine H Set Infant/Neonatal during MRI scanning could
harm the patient.
CAUTION
During MRI scanning, the module must be placed outside the MRI suite. When the module
is used outside the MRI suite, EtCO2 monitoring can be implemented using the FilterLine
XL.
CAUTION
Use of a CO
2
sampling line with H in its name (indicating that it is for use in humidified
environments) during MRI scanning may cause interference. The use of non H sampling
lines is advised.
CAUTION
Microstream® EtCO2 sampling lines are designed for single patient use, and are not to be
reprocessed. Do not attempt to clean, disinfect, sterilize or flush any part of the sampling
line as this can cause damage to the monitor.
CAUTION
Dispose of sampling lines according to standard operating procedures or local regulations
for the disposal of contaminated medical waste.
CAUTION
Before use, carefully read the Microstream ETCO
2
sampling line’s Directions for Use.
CAUTION
In high-altitude environments, ETCO
2
values may be lower than values observed at sea
level, as described by Dalton’s law of partial pressures. When using the monitor in high-
altitude environments, it is advisable to consider adjusting ETCO
2
alarm settings
accordingly.
CAUTION
Use of monitoring during continuous nebulised medication delivery may result in damage to
the Tempus Pro which is not covered by the warranty. Disconnect the Capnometer sample
line from the Tempus Pro or switch off the Tempus Pro during medication delivery.
CAUTION
Do not use on patients that cannot tolerate the removal of 50 ml/min from their total minute
ventilation.