What can cause a patient related alarm to sound?
• Patient circuit is disconnected somewhere between the ventilator and the mask or ET tube. • A broken or punctured patient circuit. • A poor seal between the patient and breathing mask. • A blockage of the intake port, patient port, or exhaust air flow port • The patient is capable of breathing sufficiently enough to fight the ventilator’s function. What accessories should be replaced after each use? The patient mask, ET tube, debris filter, and patient breathing circuit (including valve and fitting) should all be disposed of between patients. If an EtCO2 sensor is being used, it should be changed every hour. All of the parts are “Type B – non Conductive” and can be immediately released from the patient. How is the SAVe powered? The SAVe is powered by a rechargeable battery or an AC adapter with electrical outlet. The medical grade power supply accepts input voltages ranging from 100-240 VAC and operating frequencies of 50-60Hz; giving the SAVe world-wide versatility with just one pow
