IC-2A Quick Reference

IC-2A Quick Reference

1. Connect gas source, patient circuit and test lung and set toggle switches to CYCLE and NORMAL.
2. Turn MAX PRESSURE knob on back on unit to its maximum setting.
3. Choose desired inspiratory time using INSP. TIME knob.
4. Set respiratory rate or I:E ratio by consulting upper side panel chart and adjusting EXP. TIME knob (or by adjusting EXP. TIME knob and counting cycles).
5. Set desired tidal volume by using lower chart on side panel and setting FLOW RATE knob that corresponds to the insp. time previously set.
6. Turn ON vent.
7. Set desired PEEP level using PEEP knob.
8. Set INSPIRATORY EFFORT: Turn knob counter clockwise until vent auto cycles, then turn clockwise until it stops auto cycling.