Diamedica DPA 02 Instructions For Use Manual - Page 11
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Frequently asked questions on the breathing system.
Q. Which volatile agents can be used with the Diamedica vaporiser?
A.
The scale is calibrated for both Halothane and Isoflurane. A Sevoflurane version of the
vaporiser is also now available. If ether is the only volatile agent available it must be vaporised
in a different vaporiser.
Q. How is the vaporiser filled?
A. The vaporiser is filled by unscrewing the filler cap and pouring the agent directly from the
bottle into the chamber. No special filling device is required although a funnel is available if
needed. If the vaporiser requires filling during anaesthesia then the vaporiser must be turned
off while being filled.
Q. How can the vaporiser be emptied completely before a different agent is used?
A. Remove the vaporiser from the stand by releasing the captive screw at the back of the
upright section. The filler cap is removed and the vaporiser inverted over the bottle until fully
drained using the funnel if required. To remove the residual contents, the dial must be turned
on fully and gas/air blown through the chamber for several minutes until the vapour can no
longer be detected.
Q. What regular maintenance is required for the Diamedica vaporiser?
A. The vaporiser has been designed to require minimal maintenance. If movements of the dial
lever become stiff, the shuttle casing should be cleaned. A small quantity of Halothane is
poured into the chamber which is inverted and shaken several times before being discarded.
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