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HANDS-ON MODULE 2

SETTING UP THE FLOW-i

FLOW-i v3.0
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HANDS-ON MODULE 2
Setting up the FLOW-i (MX-0796)
Important: Refer to User´s Manual Software V3.0 Chapter 3 (System Overview) for more information
about components.

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1 SETTING UP THE FLOW-i

Tick the red box on completion of steps described below.

1.1 BEFORE STARTING SET-UP PROCEDURE

1. Make sure that the volume reflector is
correctly inserted.

2. Make sure the volume reflector adapter

is correctly positioned.

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3. Make sure that the patient cassette is

correctly inserted.

Locking
device

4. Make sure the CO2 absorber is correctly

mounted and the locking switch is in the
correct position.

Insert
absorber

Locking
switch

1.2 MAINS
Plug in the FLOW-i to the mains outlet.

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1.2.1 GAS CONNECTIONS

Connect the tubings, (in accordance with

national standards), to: O2
1. O2 inlet
2. Air inlet
1
3. N2O inlet (only if N2O is used)
4. AGS connection AIR

N 2O
3

4
AGS

1.2.2 ANESTHESIA GAS SCAVENGING

Note: This step may not be possible to 2

1
carry out during the training session if there
is no scavenging available.
AGS
1. Ensure that the AGS is correctly flowmeter
connected to the back of the system – AGS

otherwise anesthetic agent may be

emitted into the environment.
2. Check that the AGS flowmeter is AGS connection
n
positioned above the dashed area.

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1.3 BACTERIAL FILTER

Note: MAQUET recommends that a

bacterial/viral filter is always connected to
the expiratory connection on the patient
cassette. This will minimize the risk of
cross-contamination.
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1. Attach new bacterial/viral filter to the

expiratory inlet.

1.4 MANUAL BREATHING BAG

1. Attach manual breathing bag and tubing
to the FLOW-i.
2. Hang the breathing bag on the hook (if
provided) – or use a manual breathing bag
holder. 1
2

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1.5 BREATHING CIRCUIT

1. Connect one end of the breathing circuit
to both the expiratory inlet (1) and the
inspiratory outlet (2).
1 2

Patient
tubing

2. Connect the other end of the breathing

circuit that is attached to the Y-piece, to
the test plug.

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1.6 WATER TRAP AND SAMPLING LINE:

WATER TRAP

Mount the new water trap in the water trap

holder by clicking it into place (bayonet
connection).

Note: The recommendation is to change

the water trap at least once a month or
when necessary.

SAMPLING LINE

1. Take a new gas sampling line and connect

it to the water trap (luer lock connection). 1
2. Connect the other end of the gas sampling
line to the Y-piece connector.

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1.7 VAPORIZER
Check that the vaporizer contains sufficient
agent. (If refilling is necessary, refer to
instructions in User’s Manual – Chapter 5)

Note: The agent level shall never fall below max max
Max. level
the minimum level or exceed the maximum
level. These minimum and maximum levels Level marker
are indicated on the vaporizer monitor tube.
min min
Min. level

1.8 BACKUP GAS SUPPLY (OPTION)

BACKUP GAS SYSTEM C20 AND C30 MODELS

The C20 and C30 models can be equipped

with a backup gas system (1) that is
configured to deliver either O2/Air or O2/N2O
via backup cylinders (2) for each gas.

The backup gas system with gas hoses and 3

1
cable (3) are permanently attached to the
FLOW-i and shall only be removed by a
service technician trained and authorized
by MAQUET. 2

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BACKUP GAS HOLDER - C20, C30 AND C40 MODELS

The C20 and C30 models can be equipped

with a backup gas holder (1) that delivers
N2O via a backup gas cylinder (2).
1
If desired, the C20 and C30 can be
equipped with a backup gas holder 3
delivering O2 from a single backup gas
cylinder, but in this case the backup gas
system cannot be connected to the 2
FLOW-i.

The C40 system can only be equipped with

a backup gas holder containing a single O2
backup gas cylinder.

The backup gas system with gas hoses and

cable (3) are permanently attached to the
FLOW-i and shall only be removed by a
service technician trained and authorized
by MAQUET.

1.8.1 MOUNTING EXTRA GAS BACKUP

CYLINDER

1. Fit the Pin Index Safety System (PISS)

pins on the gas yoke into the holes in the
gas cylinder. cylinder
pin
holes
2. Turn the clamp screw clockwise until it PISS
pins
meets resistance. Clamp
screw

3. Inspect the connection to verify that the

seal is tight and the pins are fitted
correctly.

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1.9 RESUSCITATOR:
An independent means of ventilation, e.g. a
manual resuscitator, must be available
whenever the system is in use. Therefore,
check that there is one readily available and
working correctly.

1.10 SUCTION UNIT AND

AUXILIARY O2 FLOW (OPTION)

If the option of the suction unit and auxiliary

Note: Please refer to FLOW-i User´s Manual
O2 flow is installed on the FLOW-i, then the
V3.0 for more details regarding the auxiliary
following should be checked: O2 and suction module option.

Note: The suction unit cannot be operated

without a correctly placed bacterial/viral
filter (1).

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SUCTION UNIT

The suction unit is tested during the

preparation stage of the System checkout
procedure.

1. Close the suction system by occluding

the end of the suction hose.

2. Turn on suction unit (1) and turn regulatory

valve (2) counter-clockwise to verify
negative pressure build-up. The current 3
pressure is displayed on the Vacuum 2
gauge (3).

Note: The central gas supply pressure

should be above 300 kPa (3.0 bar, 44 PSI)
when the Auxiliary O2 and suction module
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are connected to the system.

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AUXILIARY O2 FLOWMETER:

The flowmeter is tested during the preparation

stage of the System checkout procedure. 2
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Turn on the O2 flow using the regulatory valve
(1) and turn counter-clockwise until the
maximum flow is reached - indicated when
the flowmeter ball (2) reaches the top of the 3
flowmeter tube (3).

1.11 STARTING UP THE SYSTEM:

Lift the plastic cover and press the power
button as indicated (1).

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• Order No. MX-0796 Rev: 03 English, MCV00026877 REVA • HANDS-ON MODULE 2 • Printed in Sweden • 140401 •
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of a physician. Refer to Instructions for Use for current Indications,
warnings, contraindications, and precautions.
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