ResMed NOT014224-2 - Manual

1 Introduction 1 Introduction This manual is provided with the device you have received, a medical ventilator in the VS range. It does not in any way replace the clinical manual supplied to your physician or HME provider. There are two models: • the VS Ultra™, which is blue • the VS Integra™, which ...

2 The VS Integra and VS Ultra can both be used with single circuit, but only the VS Ultra model can be used with double circuit. Warnings • This manual must be read and understood in full before the device is used. • The advice contained in this manual does not replace the instructions given by your...

3 Description of the device 2 Description of the device 2.1 Components The picture below shows the set of components available from your HME provider: • Your device • The power cable • The circuit • An interface (mask or tracheotomy) • The travel bag . Figure 1: Components available from your HME pr...

4 2.2 Your device Front view The device comprises: • A control panel • An area for connecting the circuit . Figure 2: Front view of the device. The control panel comprises a screen and a keypad. Figure 3: Device control panel. 1 2 LCD Screen Keypad

6 Figure 5: Detailed view of connection for a double circuit. Rear view On the rear of the device, take particular note of the location of the following: • The power supply socket • The fastening clip for the power connection • The anti-dust filter . You will have to replace this filter (see “Cleani...

7 Description of the device Figure 6: Rear view of device. Side view Some device models are fitted with a metal connector for attaching an oxygen supply (see next Figure).For instructions on connecting the oxygen source to the device, see “Connecting supplemental oxygen (optional)” on page 18. Figur...

9 Description of the device External battery (optional) An external battery increases the utilisation period away from a mains power supply, and also provides a back-up supply in the event of a power outage. This accessory comprises: • The external battery , attached to its holder • The cable connec...

10 2.5 Device control panel The device control panel comprises an LCD screen and a keypad. Figure 10: Front view. The buttons on the keypad are listed in the table below.The keypad consists of buttons and LED indicator lights. Table 1: Buttons on device control panel. Button Function On/Off button U...

11 Connection procedures 3 Connection procedures Place the device on a flat surface. Ensure the area is dust-free, and cleared of any objects that could block the dust filter. ! CAUTION Be careful not to place the device where it could be knocked over or where someone is likely to trip over the powe...

12 Notes: • If your device is fitted with a rechargeable built-in battery (available as an optional extra with the VS Integra), it can be used without a mains power supply, with the battery lasting 2 – 4 hours , depending on your settings. • The batter y recharges automatically when the device is co...

13 Connection procedures Option 1 – Single circuit 1. Connect one end of the horizontally-ribbed tube firmly to the air outlet, as shown in the Figure below : Figure 12: Connection of single circuit to the device. Now that your circuit is connected to the device, you can connect the mask to the othe...

15 Connection procedures Now that 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 limb . Figure 15: Connection of a double circuit. Not...

16 3.4 Example of fully-assembled system Figure 16: Example of fully-assembled system (single circuit with expiratory valve and pressure line). If your system does not have any accessories (external battery, supplemental oxygen), you can now switch your device on , see “Switching on and shutting dow...

17 Connection procedures This Figure is a detailed view of the connection of the cable to the device . Figure 18: Detailed view of connection to the device. ! CAUTION To remove the connection cable (see next Figure):Press on the black retention pin on the cable connector . Still holding it down, pul...

18 Connecting supplemental oxygen (optional) The instructions in this section apply only to the connection of supplemental oxygen to your device. Refer to the instructions given by your HME provider or installation technician for starting up the supplemental oxygen flow. ! CAUTION Before connecting ...

19 Switching on and shutting down 4 Switching on and shutting down 4.1 Standby When your device is connected to the mains power supply, it goes into standby mode. The screen display shows: • The date • The time • The types of power supply: mains power supply and built-in battery . The arrow points t...

21 Cleaning and Maintenance 5 Cleaning and Maintenance We recommend that you maintain your device and accessories regularly. ! CAUTION If you use the following accessories: • Mask • Humidifier • Antibacterial filter • Water trap, follow the instructions provided in the manuals for each accessory, an...

23 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, and contact your HME provider. An alarm will...

25 Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications CE-marked device: 7.1 Dimensions L: LengthH: Height D: Depth 7.2 Weight VS Integra model (red) without battery option VS Ultra model (blue) or VS Integra (battery option) 01 9 7 H = 135 mm L = 285 mm D = 204 mm 3 k g 3.5 k g

26 7.3 Power supply Mains power 230/100 VAC; 50-60 Hz; 52 VA, 630 mA. External power supply 26 VDC; 3 A maximum. Built-in battery (option for VS Integra) NiMh 24 V; 2.2-2.7 Ah Battery life of built-in battery (option for VS Integra) 2 – 4 hours, depending on settings. Extra battery life with externa...

27 Appendix 8 Appendix Travelling with your ventilator For long journeys it is advisable to carry your device in its travel bag, with the following accessories: • The power cable • The circuit and its accessories • The mask • The oxygen coupling (if you use the supplemental oxygen option). If you us...

29 Index Index A accessories 8, 16air outlet 5, 15alarm silence button 10, 19 B battery 12battery holder 9, 16battery life 26built-in battery 12, 19 C circuit 21control panel 4, 10 D date 19double circuit 2, 5, 8, 12, 15dust filter 11 E expiratory valve 13, 14external battery 9, 16 F fastening clip ...