ResMed VS III - Manuals

1 Introduction 1 Introduction Please read this manual carefully before using the device. This manual is provided with the VS III™ device you have received. It does not in any way replace the clinical manual supplied to your physician or HME provider. The VS III is designed to provide ventilation to ...

2 1.3 Medical information Purpose of your ventilation device The VS III is intended to ventilate both adults and children. Patients may use it at home and/or in a hospital. The device is used with either a single or double respiratory circuit. Two ventilation programs can be set up by your physician...

3 Description of the device • There is an adequate distance between the ventilator and other electrical devices in your home. • In accordance with Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment, this ventilator must be sorted and disposed of separately from other types of ...

4 2.2 Your device Front view Figure 2: Front view of the device (single circuit) There is a different type of circuit support for double circuits (see next figure). Figure 3: Detailed view of circuit support (double circuit) P Control panel (screen and keypad) Respiratory circuit connection area Air...

5 Description of the device Rear view On the rear of the device, take particular note of the location of the following: • The power supply socket • The dust filter, which you will have to replace (see “Cleaning and maintenance” on page 17). CAUTION Never block the air vents. This symbol appears on t...

7 Connection procedures Screen appearance while device operating Figure 6: Appearance of the screen while the device is operating 2.3 Respiratory circuit According to the ventilation mode prescribed by your physician, you will be using one of the following: • A single circuit • A single circuit with...

8 3.1 Connecting to a power supply To connect the ventilator to mains power: 1. Plug the power supply connector into the rear of the ventilator (into the socket marked , see next figure) . 2. Plug the power cord into the power supply box and fasten to prevent accidental disconnection . 3. Connect th...

9 Connection procedures 3.2 Connecting the respiratory circuit CAUTION Only the circuit supplied by your HME provider may be used with your device. Using a different type of circuit may reduce the effectiveness of your treatment. Option 1 – Single circuit 1. Connect one end of the corrugated tube fi...

10 Figure 9: Connecting a single circuit with expiratory valve and pressure line Once your circuit is connected to the device, you can connect the mask to the other end of the circuit. Option 3 – Double circuit 1. Firmly connect one limb of the circuit to the air outlet . 2. Then connect the other l...

11 Connection procedures Once your circuit is connected to the device, you can connect the mask to the other end of the circuit. Note: These three circuit configurations may not be exactly as shown in this illustration. It may also include a humidification system, antibacterial filter or water traps...

12 4 How to use This ventilator and its accessories must be operated in a dust-free environment and kept away from direct sunlight. The ventilator is a medical device. To ensure smooth operation, keep the ventilator out of reach of pets, and ensure children do not have unsupervised access to it. You...

13 How to use 4.2 Switching programs (during ventilation) Figure 13: Switching programs during ventilation Note: Once the “Mouthpiece/Speaking” option is activated by your physician, you are able to speak without triggering the low pressure alarm during expiration. Ensure that a caregiver is able to...

14 4.3 Viewing data (during ventilation) Figure 14: Viewing data The following figure shows the screens for each option: Figure 15: Information screens (examples) For any further information, please contact your HME provider. 1 2 27/08/2008 17:20 cm H2O 9 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 PS.Vs Stop cm H2O 12 60 ...

15 How to use 4.4 Setting the date and time (while ventilation is stopped) Figure 16: Setting the date and time Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the “Month”, “Year”, “Hour” and “Minute” fields. Press twice to return to the main screen. 3 4 1 2 cm H2O 0 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 24/08/2008 16:53 cm H2O 0 60 50 40 ...

16 4.5 Turning off the device Stopping ventilation Figure 17: Stopping ventilation Note: When stopping ventilation, the device will beep continuously. Press to confirm. 27/09/2008 16:48 cm H2O 9 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 27/09/2008 17:50 cm H2O 9 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 27/09/2008 16:48 cm H2O 0 60 50 40 30 2...

17 Cleaning and maintenance Shutting down the device Figure 18: Shutting down the device 5 Cleaning and maintenance We recommend that you maintain your device and accessories regularly. CAUTION If you use any of the following accessories: • Mask • Humidifier • Antibacterial filter • Water traps, fol...

18 CAUTION Do not use bleach-, chlorine-, alcohol-, or aromatic-based solutions (including all scented oils), or moisturising or antibacterial soaps. These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of the plastic components. Table 2: Frequency of maintenance WARNING To avoid any risk of elec...

19 Troubleshooting 6 Troubleshooting Alarms will alert you to any problems with your device. The instructions in this section will help you to identify the cause of the problem. If the fault persists or cannot be identified, do not try to open the device. Instead, contact your HME provider. If an al...

21 Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications 7.1 Dimensions 7.2 Weight (without external power supply) 7.3 Power supply Mains power Input: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, Max. 1.8 A. Output: 30 V DC; 2.33 A. CAUTION Use only the power supply unit provided with the device. Internal battery NiMH 24 ...

22 External battery life (ResMed Power Station) At least four times longer than the life of the internal battery (when the internal battery is fully charged). 7.4 Transport Storage and transport temperature -10 to +50°C. Relative humidity 10 to 90%. CAUTION This device is fragile and must be kept dr...

23 Symbols displayed on the screen 9 Symbols displayed on the screen Symbol Meaning External power supply (mains) External battery Internal battery (the device is detecting whether the battery is charging or discharging) Up arrow indicates the internal battery is charging (coloured black or white de...

25 Index Index A air outlet 10 air return 4 Alarm Silence button 6 B battery life 8 , 21 C circuit support (for double circuit) 4 control panel 5 corrugated tube 9 D double circuit 2 , 4 , 7 dust filter 7 E Event and alarm log 14 expiratory valve 9 , 10 H HME provider 1 I internal battery 8 K keypad...

ResMed Paris, 240 rue de la Motte 77550 Moissy-Cramayel, France. See www.resmed.com for other ResMed locations worldwide. Protected by the following patents: FR 2839893, US 7891353. VS III is a registered trademark of ResMed Paris. The technical specifications may be changed without notice. © 2012 R...