The Airway Temperature Sensor; Setup Procedure; Cable Assembly Attachments; Breathing Circuit Connections - Westmed NEO-POD Manual De Instrucciones

3. The Airway Temperature Sensor. This optional sensor monitors the patient airway temperature when the
Airway Temperature button is depressed and held.
Additional Component List
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1 Pole Mount Bracket
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1 Mattress Bracket
Set up Procedure:

Cable Assembly Attachments

1. Connect grey communication cable to the top left side of the NeoPod T with the flat portion of the connector
facing forward and install the Lava Bed Sensor in the Lava Bed Humidifier Cartridge.
2. Attach the optional Airway Temperature Sensor probe to the temperature monitoring port of the circuit on the
patient manifold.
Note: Airway Temperature Sensor is an optional connection. The NeoPod T Lava Bed Humidifier Cartridge
will function normally without the Airway Temperature Sensor probe installed in the breathing
circuit.
3. Connect the color coded terminals of the power cable to a 12 volt DC power source or Plug AC Adaptor into
wall outlet.
Caution! The NeoPod T DC power supply cable connection is indicated by the red and black connectors.
These must be connected to a 12 volt DC power supply in order to operate properly.
4. Lava Bed Humidifier Cartridge: (Figure B) The cartridge must be secured inside the transport incubator
enclosure (either attached to the inside wall with heavy Duty Velcro or attached to the mattress bracket).
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Breathing Circuit Connections:

1. Westmed Inc. supplies breathing circuits that are specified for use with the NeoPod T transport
humidification system and are intended for use with a variety of ventilators, each circuit package contains
a selection of connectors and adaptors to facilitate the connection the ventilator.
2. Refer to individual circuit product package instructions for use and performance specifications.
3. Ensure the correct circuit assembly is selected for your specific application.
4. Water Feed: The Lava Bed Humidifier Cartridge should be filled with 20 ml of sterile water using a
syringe.
Note: Periodically observe water reservoir and if additional water is required during transport, add as
required only with a syringe. To prevent excess water from entering the patient circuit, the cartridge
incorporates a safety drain.
Lava Bed Sensor Connector
Air Inlet
Tethered Cap for
Water Feed
Air Outlet
Water Feed
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