spirobank G
User Manual cod. 980026
Rev 2.0
Page 9 of 46
Disposable
turbine
If you are going to perform the spirometry test with a disposable
turbine it is important to use a new turbine for each new patient.
The characteristics, accuracy and the hygiene of the disposable
turbine can only be guaranteed if it has been conserved beforehand
in its original sealed packaging.
The disposable turbine is made of plastic and its disposal after use
should adhere to the local regulations and norms in force.
Reusable
turbine
The correct functioning of the re-usable turbine can only be
guaranteed if it has been cleaned in the correct manner and is free
from foreign bodies which could alter its movement. If the turbine
has not been cleaned sufficiently this could cause cross-
contamination from one patient to another. Periodic cleaning
should only be done when the instrument is for personal use and
will only be used by one patient. The cleaning of the turbine should
be performed according to the instructions contained in the User’s
Manual.
The following information applies to both turbine models.
The turbine must never be held under a jet of water or air and must never come into contact
with high temperature fluids.
Do not allow dust or foreign bodies to enter the turbine sensor, in order to avoid incorrect
functioning and possible damage. The presence of any impurities such as hair, sputum,
threads etc. within the body of the turbine sensor may seriously compromise the accuracy of
the measurements.
1.2.3 Mouthpiece
Any disposable mouthpieces included with the device are supplied only as a guide to the
correct type and dimensions of the mouthpiece required for this device, they are clean but not
sterile.
To purchase appropriate mouthpieces, generally either paper or plastic, but in any
case single use/disposable, we suggest that you contact your local distributor who supplied
the spirometer
.
WARNING
Use a bio-compatible mouthpiece to avoid any problems to the patient; unsuitable
materials could cause a bad functioning of the instrument, and therefore the test
results could be incorrect.
The user is responsible for obtaining the correct type of mouthpieces for the device. Those
required are a standard type with an outside diameter of 30 mm, they are commonly used and
in general easily procured.
To avoid environmental contamination caused by the disposal of used
mouthpieces, the user must follow all the relevant local regulations.
