OES MEDICAL

Astra 3i Anaesthetic machine with integrated Cygnus Ventilator and

Airway Gas Monitor User Manual
Copyright © 2015 OES Medical Ltd

Doc number 1973-506 Issue C April 2017

2
Astra 3i Anaesthetic machine with integrated Cygnus Ventilator and
Airway Gas Monitor

User Manual
Doc number 1973-506 Issue C April 2017

Modification Record
Rev A Rev B Rev C Rev D Rev E
Oct 2016 March 2017 April 2017
First Issue Absorber Include
update Pressure
with VG

OES Medical Ltd

ABC House,
Cotswold Dene
Standlake,
Witney,
Oxfordshire,
England.
OX29 7QG

Phone 0044 (0) 1865 301711

Fax 0044 (0) 1865 301573
E mail sales@oes-medical.co.uk
www.oes-medical.co.uk

This manual applies from the following software versions or later:

Software version 1.1.1
Hardware version 1.5.1
Mechanical version 1.0.0

See section 3.2 (Operating the Ventilator) for information on which software version is currently
installed

This CE mark demonstrates that the device is compliant with the relevant Medical Device Directive
and reviewed by the notified body allocated this registration number.

3
4
This user Manual is constructed in 5 sections

Section 1 Notices and important information

Section 2 Astra 3i Anaesthetic Machine
Section 3 Cygnus Anaesthetic Ventilator
Section 4 Airway Gas Monitor
Section 5 Hydra Absorber

Table of Contents
Section 1 Notices and Important Information ................................................................................................................. 13
1 Forward ....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
2 The Importance of Patient Monitoring ........................................................................................................................ 13
3 User Responsibility ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
General ..................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Electrostatic Sensitive Device .................................................................................................................................... 14
Indications for Use .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Device Configuration ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Warnings and cautions .............................................................................................................................................. 15
4 Servicing and Repairs ................................................................................................................................................... 16
Serial number and year of manufacture code ........................................................................................................... 16
5 Symbols used ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
Section 2 Astra 3i anaesthetic Machine .......................................................................................................................... 21
2.1 General Description .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Astra 3i anaesthetic system – Front illustration ........................................................................................................ 21
Astra 3i anaesthetic system - Rear illustration .......................................................................................................... 22
Astra 3i anaesthetic system – Pneumatic Circuits ...................................................................................................... 23
Top shelf ...................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet Sockets ............................................................................................................................... 25
Machine on/off switch................................................................................................................................................. 25
Loss of Mains electrical power .................................................................................................................................... 25
Mains Lead ................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Machine frame ............................................................................................................................................................ 25
GCX Mounting System ................................................................................................................................................. 25
2.2 Flowmeter bank .................................................................................................................................................. 25
Flow tubes ................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Flow meter back lighting ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Oxygen basal flow ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
Diameter indexed oxygen flowmeter knob ................................................................................................................. 26
Flow needle stops ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
2.3 Gas supplies......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Pipeline supply pressures: ........................................................................................................................................... 26
Cylinder supplies .......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Low oxygen audible alarm ......................................................................................................................................... 26
Nitrous oxide cut off .................................................................................................................................................... 26
Air supply ..................................................................................................................................................................... 26
2.4 Vaporizer backbar ............................................................................................................................................... 27
Gauge panel .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Machine on/off switch .............................................................................................................................................. 27
Work surface ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
2.5 Gas tray ............................................................................................................................................................... 27
Gas cylinder yokes ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
Pipeline inlets .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Pipeline hose assemblies ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Auxiliary gas power outlets ......................................................................................................................................... 28
Machine internal piping ............................................................................................................................................... 28
Common gas outlet ................................................................................................................................................... 28
5
 Drawer units ................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Castors ......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
2.6 Machine specification .......................................................................................................................................... 29
Overall Dimensions ...................................................................................................................................................... 29
Top shelf Dimensions................................................................................................................................................... 29
Work surface Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................ 29
Writing Tablet Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 29
Drawer unit Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................. 29
Machine Fuses ............................................................................................................................................................. 29
2.7 Environmental conditions.................................................................................................................................... 29
2.8 Flowmeter specification ...................................................................................................................................... 30
Gas Specific colour specifications ................................................................................................................................ 30
Flow tube ranges ......................................................................................................................................................... 30
Flow tube accuracy ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
Flowmeter controls ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
2.9 Mechanical anti hypoxic device ........................................................................................................................... 30
Low oxygen alarm ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
Nitrous oxide cut off.................................................................................................................................................. 30
Gas supplies .............................................................................................................................................................. 31
Pipeline supply pressures: ........................................................................................................................................... 31
Cylinder supplies .......................................................................................................................................................... 31
Auxiliary outlets ........................................................................................................................................................... 31
Vaporizer connection ................................................................................................................................................ 31
2.19 Pre-use checks ................................................................................................................................................... 32
Pre-use check list ......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Service fault ................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Machine damage ......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Pre-use checks........................................................................................................................................................... 32
Pipeline supplies .......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Cylinder supplies .......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Flowmeter bank ........................................................................................................................................................... 33
Mechanical anti hypoxic device ................................................................................................................................... 33
Low oxygen alarm and nitrous oxide cut off ............................................................................................................... 33
Oxygen flush ................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Vaporizer mounting ..................................................................................................................................................... 33
Vaporizer pre use leak check ....................................................................................................................................... 34
Patient circuit and auxiliary equipment....................................................................................................................... 34
2.11 Breathing system hose illustration .................................................................................................................... 35
Patient circuit leak check ............................................................................................................................................. 36
AAGBI Check List .......................................................................................................................................................... 36
2.12 Machine cleaning and sterilization .................................................................................................................... 36
2.13 User maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 36
2.14 Ordering information......................................................................................................................................... 36
Section 3 Cygnus anaesthetic Ventilator ......................................................................................................................... 39
3.1 General Description .................................................................................................................................................. 39
Cygnus Ventilator - Display illustration ..................................................................................................................... 39
Ventilator Description ............................................................................................................................................... 40
Ventilator Function ................................................................................................................................................... 40
Ventilator Pneumatic Circuit ..................................................................................................................................... 40
Gas Control Manifold Block ......................................................................................................................................... 41
DISS Inlet Connector .................................................................................................................................................... 41
Inlet Drive Gas Filter .................................................................................................................................................... 41
Inlet Pressure Regulator .............................................................................................................................................. 41
Low Drive Gas Supply Pressure transducer ................................................................................................................. 42
Proportional Drive Gas Valve ....................................................................................................................................... 42
Drive Gas Flow Sensor ................................................................................................................................................. 42
Drive Gas Pressure Sensor ........................................................................................................................................... 42
High Breathing System Pressure Relief Valve .............................................................................................................. 42
Airway Pressure Sensor ............................................................................................................................................... 42
6
 Breathing System Flow Sensor (Spirometer) ............................................................................................................... 42
Purge valves ................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Ambient Pressure Sensor ............................................................................................................................................ 42
Electrical and Electronic Ventilator Control System ................................................................................................... 43
Main Control PCB......................................................................................................................................................... 43
Display and Display Control PCB .................................................................................................................................. 43
Display and Touch Screen ............................................................................................................................................ 43
Mains Power Supply .................................................................................................................................................... 43
Power Supply Unit ....................................................................................................................................................... 43
Ventilator Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 44
Ventilator on/off Switch .............................................................................................................................................. 45
Loss of mains electrical power ..................................................................................................................................... 45
Ventilator Modes ...................................................................................................................................................... 46
The following ventilation modes are available for patient ventilation: ...................................................................... 46
Breathing mode definition........................................................................................................................................... 46
Additional settings - description .................................................................................................................................. 46
Breathing System Monitoring.................................................................................................................................... 47
Breathing system displayed measured parameters .................................................................................................... 47
Compliance Compensation .......................................................................................................................................... 47
3.2 Operating the Ventilator ........................................................................................................................................... 48
Turning the ventilator on ............................................................................................................................................. 48
Patient select screen.................................................................................................................................................... 48
Leak and Compliance test ............................................................................................................................................ 48
Saving user defined settings ........................................................................................................................................ 49
Key Pad for changing User Defined patient settings ................................................................................................... 50
User Confirmation of Initial Settings ........................................................................................................................... 50
Starting the ventilator ................................................................................................................................................. 50
Stopping the Ventilator ............................................................................................................................................... 51
Stop watch ................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Adjusting Patient Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 52
High and Low Oxygen alarms ...................................................................................................................................... 52
Minute Volume ............................................................................................................................................................ 52
Tidal Volume. ............................................................................................................................................................... 53
Pressure Limit .............................................................................................................................................................. 53
PEEP setting ................................................................................................................................................................. 54
BPM ............................................................................................................................................................................. 54
I:E Ratio ........................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Selecting Ventilator modes ....................................................................................................................................... 55
Volume Mode .............................................................................................................................................................. 55
Pressure Mode............................................................................................................................................................. 55
Spontaneous mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 56
PSV-Plus mode ............................................................................................................................................................. 56
SIMV mode .................................................................................................................................................................. 56
SMMV mode ................................................................................................................................................................ 57
Changing Ventilation mode when ventilator is cycling .............................................................................................. 57
Additional Patient settings ........................................................................................................................................ 58
Adjusting Patient trigger flow ...................................................................................................................................... 58
Additional Modes and Settings .................................................................................................................................... 58
Adjusting the Inspiratory Pause ................................................................................................................................... 59
Adjusting the Sigh ........................................................................................................................................................ 59
Calibrating Oxygen Fuel Cell and Patient Flow Sensor ............................................................................................... 60
Calibration on room Air and Oxygen ........................................................................................................................... 60
Calibrating Patient Flow Sensor ................................................................................................................................... 62
Procedure for Calibration ............................................................................................................................................ 62
Screen, Volume, Time and Waveform adjustment .................................................................................................... 63
Setting the Time and screen brightness. ..................................................................................................................... 63
Setting the time ........................................................................................................................................................... 63
Setting the Screen Waveforms .................................................................................................................................... 63
Screen Calibration........................................................................................................................................................ 64

7
 Engineer settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 65
Service Record Information ......................................................................................................................................... 65
Software Update ....................................................................................................................................................... 66
Ventilator Construction ............................................................................................................................................. 67
Bellows Unit and Bellows Base Assembly .................................................................................................................. 67
Bellows Base ................................................................................................................................................................ 68
Bellows Base screws .................................................................................................................................................... 68
Exhaust Diaphragm assembly ...................................................................................................................................... 68
Exhaust Diaphragm assembly screws .......................................................................................................................... 68
Adult Bellows ............................................................................................................................................................... 68
Adult bellows housing ................................................................................................................................................. 68
3.3 Drive gas and breathing circuit gas connections........................................................................................................ 69
Bellows unit driving gas connector .............................................................................................................................. 70
Patient Connection ...................................................................................................................................................... 70
Bellows Unit Exhaust port ........................................................................................................................................... 70
Breathing System Flow Sensor (Spirometer) ............................................................................................................... 70
Gas supplies ................................................................................................................................................................. 70
3.4 Cleaning and sterilisation .......................................................................................................................................... 71
Control Unit ................................................................................................................................................................. 71
Bellows base assembly ................................................................................................................................................ 71
Exhaust valve assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 71
Bellows......................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Bellows housing ........................................................................................................................................................... 71
Spirometer sensor and tubes ...................................................................................................................................... 71
3.5 Specification ............................................................................................................................................................. 72
Environmental Conditions ......................................................................................................................................... 74
3.6 Pre-use checks .......................................................................................................................................................... 75
Pre-use check list ......................................................................................................................................................... 75
Service fault ................................................................................................................................................................. 75
Ventilator damage ....................................................................................................................................................... 75
Patient circuit and auxiliary equipment....................................................................................................................... 75
Patient circuit leak check ............................................................................................................................................. 75
AAGBI Check List .......................................................................................................................................................... 76
Alarm Messages and Settings .................................................................................................................................... 77
3.6 User maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 78
Daily and Weekly ......................................................................................................................................................... 78
6 monthly inspection ................................................................................................................................................... 78
5 Year Service .............................................................................................................................................................. 78
Ordering information ................................................................................................................................................ 79
Electromagnetic Declaration ....................................................................................................................................... 79
Section 4 Patient Airway Gas Monitor ............................................................................................................................ 83
4.1 Patient Airway Gas monitor Description ................................................................................................................... 83
4.2 Operating the Gas Monitor ....................................................................................................................................... 86
4.3 Gas Monitor Connections ......................................................................................................................................... 90
4.4 Technical Specification .............................................................................................................................................. 91
4.5 Alarm Messages and settings .................................................................................................................................... 92
4.6 User maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 92
Replacing the water trap ............................................................................................................................................. 92
Emptying the water trap.............................................................................................................................................. 92
Disposal........................................................................................................................................................................ 92
Section 5 Hydra Circle Absorber ..................................................................................................................................... 97
5.1 General Description .................................................................................................................................................. 97
Hydra Circle Absorber Front Illustration .................................................................................................................... 97
8
Hydra Circle Absorber Rear Illustration ..................................................................................................................... 98
Front 1) Bag connector Assembly ................................................................................................................................ 99
Front 2) Manometer .................................................................................................................................................... 99
Front 3) Bag / ventilator Switch ................................................................................................................................... 99
Front 4 & 8) Inspiratory and expiratory non-return valves ......................................................................................... 99
Front 9) Absorber on / off Switch ................................................................................................................................ 99
Front 5&7) Patient connections ................................................................................................................................ 100
Canister ...................................................................................................................................................................... 100
Front 6) Canister connection ..................................................................................................................................... 100
Front 11) Adjustable pressure limiter (A.P.L.) valve .................................................................................................. 100
Front 10) Pole mounting block .................................................................................................................................. 100
Rear 5) Ventilator inlet connection ........................................................................................................................... 100
Rear 4) Fresh gas supply connection ......................................................................................................................... 100
Rear 1) Scavenging connection .................................................................................................................................. 100
5.2 Hydra Absorber Function ................................................................................................................................... 102
Hydra Absorber Purpose ......................................................................................................................................... 102
5.3 Hydra Absorber schematics ............................................................................................................................... 103
5.4 Specification ...................................................................................................................................................... 104
Overall Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................... 104
Mounting system ....................................................................................................................................................... 104
Absorber leak rate ..................................................................................................................................................... 104
Canister capacity and resistance ............................................................................................................................... 104
Inspiratory resistance ................................................................................................................................................ 104
Expiratory resistance ................................................................................................................................................. 104
Absorber Internal Compliance ................................................................................................................................... 104
Manometer ................................................................................................................................................................ 105
Manometer ................................................................................................................................................................ 105
Environmental conditions .......................................................................................................................................... 105
Device classification and labelling ............................................................................................................................. 105
Labelling ..................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Breathing system hose illustration .......................................................................................................................... 106
Installation instructions........................................................................................................................................... 107
Attaching the absorber and ventilator brackets to the Astra 3i ............................................................................... 107
Filling the absorber ................................................................................................................................................. 107
Changing the absorbent. ......................................................................................................................................... 108
Hazard Notices ........................................................................................................................................................ 108
5.5 Pre-use checks ................................................................................................................................................... 108
Pre-use check list ....................................................................................................................................................... 108
Service fault ............................................................................................................................................................... 109
Absorber damage ...................................................................................................................................................... 109
Patient circuit ............................................................................................................................................................ 109
Absorbent .................................................................................................................................................................. 109
Leak check ............................................................................................................................................................... 109
Overall leak check – absorber on and in bag mode. .................................................................................................. 109
Overall leak check – absorber on and in vent mode. ................................................................................................ 110
Overall leak check – absorber off and in vent mode. ................................................................................................ 110
Function tests.......................................................................................................................................................... 111
Bag / vent knob function test .................................................................................................................................... 111
Absorber on / off knob function test ......................................................................................................................... 111
Adjustable pressure relief Valve ................................................................................................................................ 111
Inspiratory and Expiratory Non Return Valves (NRV) ................................................................................................ 111
5.6 User maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 112
Inspiratory and expiratory non-return valves............................................................................................................ 112
Non-return valve illustration ..................................................................................................................................... 112
Canister seals ............................................................................................................................................................. 112
Sterilisation ............................................................................................................................................................. 113
Sterilisation procedure – autoclaving ........................................................................................................................ 113
Disinfectant procedure .............................................................................................................................................. 113
Spare part information ............................................................................................................................................ 113
Absorber Spare part information ............................................................................................................................ 113
9
 Disposable patient circuit specification ................................................................................................................... 114
Disposable patient circuit and filter replacement .................................................................................................... 114
Recommended absorbent (Soda Lime) .................................................................................................................... 115
Appendix 1 ................................................................................................................................................................... 117
1 Electromagnetic Emissions from the Ventilator ..................................................................................................... 117
2 Electromagnetic immunity of the Ventilator (other than RF) ................................................................................. 117
Appendix 2 ................................................................................................................................................................... 119

10
 Section 1

Notices and important information

Astra 3i user manual

11
12
Section 1 Notices and Important Information

1 Forward

This user instruction manual has been produced to provide authorised personnel with information on the
function, performance and regular maintenance checks applicable to the Astra 3i Anaesthetic Machine with
integrated Cygnus Anaesthesia Ventilator. Users must make themselves familiar with the contents of this manual
and the machine with ventilator's (anaesthesia system) function before use.

2 The Importance of Patient Monitoring

WARNING: Anaesthesia system monitors and patient monitors are very desirable aids for the anaesthetist,
however it is essential that the condition of the patient respiration and cardio-vascular system are monitored
frequently and regularly and that any patient observations are given precedence over machine control parameters
in judging the state of a clinical procedure. There can be considerable variation in the effect of anaesthetic drugs
on individual patients so that the setting and observation of control levels on the anaesthesia systems does not in
itself ensure total patient safety.

It is essential that these elements are monitored frequently and regularly and that any observations are given
precedence over machine control parameters in judging the state of a clinical procedure.

Before using any monitoring system or device with the anaesthetic system, the user must check that it conforms
to the latest revision of the relevant standard.

3 User Responsibility

General
This anaesthetic system has been built to conform with the specifications and operating procedures stated in this
manual and/or accompanying labels and notices when checked, assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in
accordance with these instructions.

The user must ensure the safety of the anaesthetic system before each use. It must be pre-use checked and
serviced to at least the minimum standards laid out in this manual and a defective, or suspected defective
ventilator must not under any circumstances be used.

The user accepts responsibility for any malfunction that results from non-compliance with the pre-use checks,
service or maintenance requirements detailed in this manual. Additionally, the user must accept responsibility for
any malfunction that may result from misuse of any kind or non- compliance with other requirements detailed in
this manual.

Should any repair become necessary it is recommended that a request for service advice be made to OES Medical
or its agents.

USA and Canadian Federal Law restricts the sale and use of this device to or on the order of a licensed physician.

To reduce the probability of cross infection from one patient to another it is recommended that good clinical
practice is maintained and that the machine side of any breathing system is protected with a new breathing circuit
filter for each patient.

It is the responsibility of the user to read this manual and fully understand the functions of this anaesthetic
system prior to use.
No clinical advice on the use of this anaesthesia system is given or implied within this manual, the various
technical functions are described and it’s use by the anaesthetist must be based on safe best clinical practice
using all necessary additional patient monitoring considered necessary for patient safety.
13
It is the responsibility of the person installing and configuring this ventilator for use as an anaesthesia system
to ensure that sufficient user instructions and check lists are provided to ensure its safe use.

Statements in this manual preceded by the following words are of special significance:

WARNING - Means there is a possibility of injury to yourself or others

CAUTION - Means there is a possibility of damage to the apparatus or other property

NOTE - Indicates points of particular interest for a more efficient and convenient operation

Always take particular notice of warnings, cautions and notes provided throughout this manual.

Electrostatic Sensitive Device

The Cygnus ventilator uses semiconductors which are susceptible to damage by electrostatic
discharge.

During normal use the ventilator must be provided with a ground to earth.

Always transport the ventilator in a conductive bag or container.

Never place the ventilator on ungrounded surface – avoid synthetic (non-conductive) carpeting and cellophane
wrappers etc.

In addition to ESD, Lethal voltages are present within the ventilator when it is connected to the mains
electrical supply. Do not remove any ventilator covers

Indications for Use

The Astra anaesthesia machines are designed to provide controlled concentrations and flows of anaesthetic
gases and vapours into the patient breathing system.

The Astra anaesthesia machines can be used with both open, semi open and closed and semi closed patient
circuits.

The Cygnus ventilator is designed “To provide controlled volumes and pressures of anaesthesia breathing gases
into a patient breathing system, monitor ventilation parameters and inspiratory oxygen levels"

Device Configuration
The Astra 3i with Cygnus ventilator is classified as an anaesthesia system and shall be configured for use with
the following relevant modules to ensure adequate patient safety during use:

- Pressure measuring IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.1

- Pressure limitation device IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.1
- Exhaled volume monitor IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.4
- Breathing system integrity alarm system IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.5
- Continuing pressure alarm IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.6
- Anaesthetic agent delivery IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.7
- Breathing systems IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.8
- Transfer and receiving system IEC 80601-2-13 51.101.5
- O2 monitor BS EN ISO 80601-2-55
- Agent monitor BS EN ISO 80601-2-55
- CO2 monitor BS EN ISO 80601-2-55
14
Warnings and cautions

Warning – the Astra 3i anaesthesia system must be function checked and serviced in compliance with the
schedule advised: Under no circumstances must it be used in a malfunctioning condition.
If in doubt consult the local service expert or contact OES Medical directly at the listed contact point for advice

Warning - This equipment must only be used and operated by a clinician who is suitably approved and trained in
the use of the Astra 3i anaesthesia system.

Warning - The use of patient monitoring during the use of this anaesthetic system is essential for patient
safety.

Warning - Use no oil or grease in the presence of medical equipment – explosive hazard with oxygen.

Warning - This anaesthesia system is NOT suitable for use with flammable anaesthetic agents.

Warning - An incorrectly functioning anaesthetic system must be removed from service and labelled "NOT FOR
CLINICAL USE UNTIL REPAIRED" and must be properly repaired by a trained service engineer.

Warning – Always use a breathing circuit filter at the patient end of a breathing system to protect the
anaesthesia system from contamination and cross contamination to a patient from a previous patient.

Warning – The use of patient monitoring during the use of this anaesthesia system is recommended and
considered essential for patient safety. The patient’s true clinical condition must be observed for patient safety.

Warning – This anaesthesia system has been tested to, and complies with the requirements of IEC 60601-1-2
medical electrical equipment electromagnetic compatibility - requirements and tests. Notwithstanding these
requirements note that use of this equipment in areas with higher power electromagnetic fields may adversely
affect its performance.

Warning – The ventilator has a backup battery for use in the event of loss of mains power. The specified back up
time is only available if the battery is fully charged and in a serviceable condition.

Warning – If the anaesthetic ventilator is not going to be used for some time remove the backup battery. See User
Maintenance section.

Warning – Operating rooms are critical work areas with many hoses, power cables and patient connected leads. It
is important that all work areas are kept as clean and tidy as possible to prevent trip or fall hazards and ensure
that patient connections do not become crossed, misconnected or disconnected.

Warning – In the case of Anaesthetic workstation failure, the lack of immediate access to appropriate alternative
means of ventilation can result in PATIENT injury.

Warning – If not already equipped with halogenated anaesthetic agent monitoring equipment the anaesthetic
workstation must be equipped with Monitoring equipment complying with ISO 80601-2-55 before the system is
put into service.

Warning – Anaesthetic gas Scavenging Systems (AGSS) complying with ISO 80601-2-13 must be used with this
system.

15
4 Servicing and Repairs

In order to achieve the full operational life and safety of the Astra 3i anaesthesia system the following service
schedule must be adhered to: -

(a) Daily and pre use check by user. As a minimum requirement the ventilator and the associated anaesthesia
system must be checked in compliance with the relevant professional bodies (e.g. Association of Anaesthetists
of Great Britain and Ireland) or hospital authority recommendations.
See “Pre Use” Check section as a guide.
(b) Weekly calibration of oxygen sensor and patient flow sensor.
(c) Six monthly inspection and function check - See Six Monthly Inspection.
(d) Five yearly overhaul- See Five Year Inspection.

Service requirements are detailed in the service documentation that is available only to factory-trained
personnel working for OES dealers.

Further details are available from the manufacturer: -

The Service department,

OES Medical Ltd
ABC House,
Cotswold Dene,
Standlake,
Witney,
Oxfordshire,
England.
OX29 7QG

Phone 0044 (0) 1865 301711

Fax 0044 (0) 1865 301573
Email sales@oes- medical.co.uk

Always provide as much of the following information as possible with any communication: -
(a) Type of product and part number.
(b) Product name.
(c) Serial number.
(d) Software, Hardware and mechanical revision.
(e) Date of purchase.
(f) Details of suspected fault.

Serial number and year of manufacture code

The serial number is formed of two sections divided by a dash (-). A typical example is 21503-037, the
construction of this is:
2: year 2000
15: 15th year in 2000, i.e. 2015
03: month in year
-037 is device consecutive serial number in batch.

16
5 Symbols used

Labelling

Operating instructions (this

On
user manual)

Fuse symbol and specification,

Refer to manual plus orientation of Neutral and
live fuses

Manufacturer Date of Manufacturer

Gas inlet (pipeline or

Gas outlet
cylinder)

IEC Symbol denoting type B

Electrostatic Device
applied part

Serial number Do not dispose of in land fill,

SN YYYMM-XXX Follow your hospital, local,
state and federal regulations

17
18
 Section 2

Astra 3i anaesthetic Machine

Astra 3i user manual

19
20
Section 2 Astra 3i anaesthetic Machine

2.1 General Description

Astra 3i anaesthetic system – Front illustration

14

1
13

2
3
12
4

5 11

10
6

7 9

1 Cygnus ventilator display 8 Castors

2 Flowmeter 9 Drawer units
3 Flowmeter controls 10 Writing Table
4 On/Off Switch 11 Work Surface
5 Cygnus ventilator Bellows 12 Gauge Panel
6 Hydra Absorber 13 Vaporizer Backbar
7 CGO / Oxygen Flush Button 14 Top Shelf

21
Astra 3i anaesthetic system - Rear illustration

13 12 11 10

1
8
7

1 Handle 8 Auxiliary gas power outlet

2 Cord wrap 9 Oxygen sensor connector
3 Cylinder yokes 10 Power outlet Fuses
4 Pipeline inlets 11 Power outlet
5 Cygnus ventilator connections 12 System Master On/Off Switch
6 Absorber /bellows mounting bracket 13 Power cord inlet
7 Auxiliary gas power outlet

22
Astra 3i anaesthetic system – Pneumatic Circuits

3 3 3 3

2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1

O2

N2O

AIR

O2 O2 N2O AIR

23
Pneumatic pressure
source
Pneumatic on/off switch

Filter

Flow control valve

Pressure gauge
(variable)

Vaporizer

Pressure regulator

Oxygen flush valve

Pressure relief valve

Whistle cut-in valve

Audible alarm

Restrictor Non-return valve

Power take-off point

Gas cut-off valve
(or test point)
(normally open)
3

1 Logic element - Yes

Reservoir
2 1

Logic element - No
Flowmeter

2 1

24
Top shelf
The top shelf is manufactured from a fire resistant plastic moulding and is painted with anaesthetic
resistant textured paint.
Mounting brackets that attach to the top shelf fixing screws include slots for attaching a nylon strap to
prevent equipment moving when placed on the top shelf.

Auxiliary Electrical Outlet Sockets

4 off Hospital mains style sockets each twin fused 5 amp anti surge are fitted to the top rear of the machine with
an independent isolator switch which is not connected through the machine on/off switch.

Warning: Equipment connected to auxiliary mains socket outlets must comply with IEC 601-1-12 and the total
sum of the system leakage current shall not exceed 300 Micro amps. It is the USER’S responsibility to ensure
compliance with the above standard and that the leakage current limits are not exceeded.

Machine on/off switch

The machine on/off switch is mounted on the left hand side of the gauge panel and is protected by a shroud to
prevent inadvertent turning off. Turning the switch clockwise will turn on the gas to the flowmeter valves and
at the same time provide electrical power to the Cygnus and flowmeter electroluminescent panel.

Loss of Mains electrical power

In the event of loss of mains electrical power the auxiliary power outlet sockets will fail to deliver electrical
power and any connected devices will not be supplied with electrical power. The electroluminescent
flowmeter back light will extinguish.
There will be no change to the function of the gas delivery system including oxygen safety devices.

Mains Lead
The Astra 3i anaesthetic machine has a 4 metre mains lead is supplied for connection into a hospital mains
electrical power outlet.

Warning: The connection of equipment to the auxiliary mains socket outlet(s) may increase the leakage currents
to values exceeding the allowable limits in the event of a defective protective earth conductor. If multiple pieces
of equipment are connected together, and one power cord supplies power, the leakage current of the whole
assembled system should be measured.

Machine frame
The anaesthesia machine frame uprights are constructed of anodised extruded aluminium with moulded
drawer fronts, side panels. Rear covers are aluminium Epoxy powder coated with anaesthetic resistant
textured paint.

GCX Mounting System

The machine frame is designed with a GCX standard accessory mounting system form within the frame
uprights. For mounting equipment such as, drip stands, suction controllers and jars etc.

2.2 Flowmeter bank

The flowmeter bank is available as a three-gas unit - oxygen and nitrous oxide and air being fitted as standard
on the Astra 3.

Flow tubes
All machines have cascade flow tubes on oxygen, nitrous oxide and Air providing accurate low flow indication,
with the tubes calibrated between 100 and 1000 cc (low flow tube) and 1 and 10 litres (high flow tube) or 1-12
l/min Air. The flow tubes are diameter indexed and colour coded to prevent incorrect assembly and have an
antistatic coating to prevent bobbin stiction.
The flow reading is made at the top horizontal surface or the flowmeter bobbin.

25
Flow meter back lighting
The flowmeter rear panel is illuminated by an electro-luminescent back lighting panel.

Oxygen basal flow

The oxygen flow is set to provide a minimum flow rate of 200 cc +/- 50 cc when the machine on/off switch is
turned on.

Diameter indexed oxygen flowmeter knob

The oxygen flow knob is longer, larger and grooved to provide touch identification, and all knobs have a colour-
coded label identifying the gas which it controls.

Flow needle stops

All flow control needles have stops provided to prevent inadvertent damage if rotated with excessive torque
when fully open or closed.

Mechanical anti hypoxic device

The flowmeter is fitted with a gear driven mechanical anti hypoxic device to ensure that oxygen concentrations
of less than 25 % are not delivered to the patient. With the nitrous oxide knob fully open the flow is controlled
by the oxygen knob, which is connected to the primary nitrous oxide control needle.

Warning – The use of this equipment is not recommended without suitable patient monitoring.
The patient true clinical condition must be observed for patient safety.

2.3 Gas supplies

The following gas supply pressures are nominal and are required for normal operation. The anaesthesia gas
delivery device will function safely at gas supply pressure tolerance extremes (+/- 10%) specified in national
standards.
Gas supply inlets are protected with 40µm sintered filters.

Pipeline supply pressures:

USA/ Canada/Japan - 340 kPa (50 psig)
UK - 400 kPa (58 psig)

Cylinder supplies: 13700 kPa (2000 psig)

ANESTHESIA VENTILATOR shall not exceed 60 L/min at a pressure of 50 +0/–5 psig measured at the gas inlet
connector.

Low oxygen audible alarm

The oxygen supply is fitted with an Audible alarm which whistles when the oxygen pressure drops to an unsafe
level.

Pressure to drive the whistle is supplied from a reservoir on the alarm module; it includes a non-return valve to
ensure that the whistle continues for approximately 10 seconds even with complete oxygen failure.

The low oxygen alarm automatically resets when the oxygen supply is reinstated.

Nitrous oxide cut off

With oxygen failure the nitrous oxide flow is cut to prevent a hypoxic concentration of gas being supplied to
the patient. The nitrous oxide cut off automatically resets when the oxygen supply is reinstated.

Air supply
With complete oxygen failure the air remains on with the on/off switch no longer working as the system is
powered by the machine oxygen supply.

26
2.4 Vaporizer backbar
Both anaesthesia machines can be fitted with a single or two station vaporizer backbar suitable for a Selectatec
style vaporizer. A pressure relief valve is fitted into the rear upstream end of the backbar for machine
protection.

Gauge panel
The cylinder and pipeline contents gauges are mounted below the flowmeter bank in a epoxy powder coated
aluminium extrusion with a Perspex cover set into the extrusion.
The gauges are 50 mm diameter and have a rectangular colour coded label identifying the gas type and
cylinder or pipeline supply.
The supply pressure is marked in kPa x 100 (kilo Pascal’s)

Machine on/off switch

The machine on/off switch is mounted on the left hand side of the gauge panel and is protected by a shroud to
prevent inadvertent turning off.

Nitrous Oxide / Air switch

The Nitrous Oxide / Air switch is mounted on the right hand side of the
Gauge panel – fitted as an option on the three gas model only.

Oxygen flush button

The oxygen flush button is mounted on the front left hand side of the machine front just below the work
surface.
The button is protected by its shroud to prevent inadvertent use.
The flow rate is restricted to between 35 and 70 litres flow rate.

Work surface
The machine has a full width plastic moulded work surface with a replaceable plastic insert. The front edge of
the work surface has a handle moulded under the front edge for ease of manoeuvring.

Writing Tablet
The writing tablet is integrated into the bottom of the work surface and is pulled out by an integrated handle in
the moulding.
Warning – The writing tablet is not designed for sitting!

2.5 Gas tray

The cylinder yoke/regulator assemblies, pipeline inlets, auxiliary outlets and piping manifold are all mounted
on the gas tray, which is bolted to the rear of the machine.
This gas tray can be completely removed for ease of servicing.

Gas cylinder yokes

The Astra 3 can be fitted with a maximum of 4 yokes. Each yoke is indexed to prevent connection of the wrong
cylinder and has a colour coded gas identification label.
The yokes are connected directly to high-pressure regulators and incorporate a filter to prevent contamination.
The pressure regulators maintain a constant supply pressure to the anaesthesia machine gas control circuits
over the range of cylinder pressures from full to empty.
Each cylinder includes a cylinder contents gauge.

Pipeline inlets
The pipeline inlets are mounted on the rear left hand side of the machine and are marked for gas
identification. Each inlet includes a non-return valve and contents gauge connection, with a filter in the
manifold block to prevent system contamination.

27
Pipeline hose assemblies
Pipeline hose assemblies are made of 4 metres of colour coded antistatic hose with a gas specific probes and
connections for connecting between the wall or pendant terminal and connection to the machine.
Note – The pipeline hose assemblies do not contain phthalates.
Note – some markets may require differing hose lengths, colours or connections to comply with local market
requirements.

Auxiliary gas power outlets

The auxiliary outlets for supplying gas to additional equipment are mounted on the rear of the machine to the
right hand side of the cylinder yokes.
A maximum of 3 oxygen quick release connectors are available for the ASTRA 3i. These connections are Oxygen
and Air and are Mini -Schrader.

Note – some markets may require different connections to comply with local market requirements.
Total flow rate not less than:
100 L/min to free air
80 L/min against 243 kPa (36 psig) resistance
70 L/min against 270 kPa (40 psig) resistance
50 L/min against 297 kPa (44 psig) resistance

Machine internal piping

The machine internal piping is colour and / or diameter indexed nylon tube with quick release connections for
ease of maintenance.

Common gas outlet

The common gas outlet is mounted on the left hand side front of the work surface plastic moulding.
The patient connection is a 22 mm male/15 mm female taper and includes
a non-return valve to prevent machine contamination.

Drawer units
Three drawer units are mounted under the work surface each with a key for security.
Drawer fronts are Moulded fire resistant plastic, painted with anaesthetic resistant paint, the drawer box is
Brushed finish stainless steel.
Full length drawer slides allow the drawer to fully open and they can be removed for ease of cleaning or
machine servicing.
Drawers can be locked open or closed.

Castors
The machine is fitted with 125 mm diameter castors with the front two castors having brakes to prevent
machine movement during use.

28
2.6 Machine specification

Overall Dimensions
Height 130.0cm
Width 72.7 cm
Depth 66.7cm
Average weight 110kg

Top shelf Dimensions

Height 60.5 cm
Width 35 cm
Maximum load 35kg even distribution

Work surface Dimensions

Height 60.5 cm
Depth 35 cm
Height from ground 81.5 cm

Writing Tablet Dimensions

Width 35.3 cm
Depth 30 cm
Maximum Load 10kg even distribution

Drawer unit Dimensions

Width (internal) 48.2 cm
Depth (internal) 31.8 cm
Average weight 35kg even distribution

Vertical Tee Slot mounting system (GCX)

Height Max 127.5 cm
Height Min 22.5 cm
Maximum Load 30kg

Machine Fuses
The auxiliary power sockets are fitted with 5 Amp anti surge fuses, one each for live and neutral and a separate
on/off switch containing a thermal cut out to protect all socket outlets.

Fuse size is 5 mm x 20 mm, type T5AH250.

2.7 Environmental conditions

Condition
Temperature Operation 15ºC to 35ºC
Storage -5º to 50ºC
Humidity Operation 0 to 95% non-condensing
Storage 10 to 95% non-condensing
Air pressure Operation 80 to 110 kPa
Storage 11.5 to 110 kPa

MRI compatibility. The standard Astra 3i machine is not approved for use in an MRI environment
however there is a specific version available, and identified as suitable, for use
within an MRI environment – refer to manufacturer

29
2.8 Flowmeter specification

Gas Specific colour specifications

Gas Colour (ISO Countries) Colour (ANSI Countries)

Oxygen White Green
Nitrous Oxide Blue Blue
Medical Air Black/white Yellow

Flow tube ranges

Gas Range
Oxygen Low Flow 100 ml /min to 1000 ml/min
High Flow 1 l/min to10 l/min
Nitrous Oxide Low Flow 100 ml /min to 1000 ml/min
High Flow 1 l/min to10 l/min
Air Low Flow 100 ml /min to 1000 ml/min
High Flow 1 l/min to10 l/min
Single tube, twin taper, flow meters are available on request

Flow tube accuracy

2.5 % of full-scale reading

Flowmeter controls
The positions of the flowmeter controls are determined by regional requirements

Flowmeter controls ISO Countries ANSI Countries

Astra 2 O2 N2O N2O O2
(O2 and N2O)
Astra 2 O2 Air Air O2
(O2 and Air)
Astra 3 O2 N2O Air Air N2O O2
The oxygen flow knob is longer, larger and grooved to provide touch identification, and all knobs have a colour-
coded label identifying the gas, which it controls. Flow is increased by turning the knob counter-clockwise.

2.9 Mechanical anti hypoxic device

Gear driven device to limit nitrous oxide flow to provide a minimum oxygen concentration of 25 %
A primary needle limits the flow of nitrous oxide in proportion to the oxygen needle position/flow rate; any
reduction in nitrous oxide which is required is achieved by the main flow knob.
Minimum oxygen flow rate (basal flow) – 150 to 250 cc
Flowmeter secondary regulator pressure – less than 170 kPa (25 psi)

Low oxygen alarm

Alarm whistles when the oxygen pressure drops to below 240 kPa (35 psi)
The oxygen reservoir provides gas to sound the oxygen low pressure alarm for a minimum of 10 seconds.
Alarm reinstates automatically on restoration of pressure.

Nitrous oxide cut off

Nitrous oxide cuts off when oxygen pressure drops below 205 kPa (30 psi)
Air supply continues with complete oxygen failure.
The nitrous oxide flow restarts when the oxygen is reinstated.

30
Gas supplies

The following gas supply pressures are nominal and are required for normal operation. The anaesthesia gas
delivery device will function safely at gas supply pressures between the Minimum and Maximum values shown
below.
Gas supply inlets are protected with 40µm sintered filters.

Max Number of Max number of Max number of Max number of outlets

gases cylinders pipeline inputs O2 or Air any combination
Astra 2 2 4 2 3
Astra 3 3 4 3 3

Pipeline supply pressures:

Nominal Min Max

UK 400 kPa (58 psig) 300 kPa (43.5 psig) 450 kPa (65 psig)
USA/ Canada/Japan 340 kPa (50 psig) 300 kPa (43.5 psig) 450 kPa (65 psig)

Cylinder supplies:

Nominal Min Max

Cylinder pressure 13700 kPa (2000 psig)
After Regulator UK 380 kPa (55 psig) 340 kPa (50 psig) 400 kPa (58 psig)
After Regulator USA 310 kPa (45 psig) 280 kPa (40 psig) 325 kPa (47 psig)

ANESTHESIA VENTILATOR shall not exceed a time weighted average demand of 60 L/min at a pressure of 50
+0/–5 psig measured at the gas inlet connector.

Auxiliary outlets
Total flow rate not less than:
100 L/min to free air
80 L/min against 243 kPa (36 psig) resistance
70 L/min against 270 kPa (40 psig) resistance
50 L/min against 297 kPa (44 psig) resistance

Vaporizer connection
The Astra 3i is fitted with either a single or two station Selectatec style backbar
Note: Selectatec is a GE / Datex Ohmeda trade mark.
Both backbars are fitted with a pin to prevent non interlock vaporizers being attached.

31
2.19 Pre-use checks
Prior to use the anaesthetic machine must be inspected and checked as part of the anaesthesia system to
ensure correct and safe function.

An incorrectly functioning anaesthetic machine must be removed from service and labelled "NOT FOR
CLINICAL USE UNTIL REPAIRED" and must be properly repaired by a trained service engineer.

Pre-use check list

(1) Check the machine for labelling to indicate if the machine has any faults or has just been serviced.
(2) Check for visible signs of damage.
(3) Check gas pipeline connections are correctly secured and in good condition.
(4) Check gas pipeline supply is at correct operating pressure.
(5) Check cylinder supplies are full or adequate.
(6) Switch on the flow meter delivery switch and check for correct operation of the anti-hypoxic mechanism
using an oxygen analyser.
(7) Check operation of the low oxygen alarm and the nitrous oxide cut out.
(8) Check operation of the oxygen flush.
(9) Check that the vaporizers are correctly mounted on the backbar - refer to the vaporizer manufacturers user
instructions.
(10) Check the correct connection of the patient circuit and any auxiliary equipment such as oxygen analyser,
patient monitoring equipment, carbon dioxide absorber etc.
(11) Check that the theatre scavenging system is connected and that the system is not creating a vacuum in the
patient circuit.
(12) Perform a system overall leak check.

Service fault
Check the machine for labelling which will indicate if the machine is unserviceable or has just been serviced.

Warning – additional care must be taken during the pre-use check after any equipment has been serviced.

Warning – do not use any equipment that has a fault until it has been fully repaired by a suitably qualified
service engineer.

Machine damage
Check the machine for signs of damage. Checks should include looking for loose casters, caster brakes that do
not work, loose panels and monitor tray,

Pre-use checks

Pipeline supplies
(1) Check pipeline hoses for damage along their length and where they are crimped to the probe ends.
(2) Ensure that the hoses are not kinked and are routed to ensure that they will be clear of the casters
when the machine is moved.
(3) Ensure that the fitting on the machine hose ends are secure and that the hose probe is secure when in
its terminal unit.
(4) Connect each hose in turn and check that the pipeline contents gauge registers the correct gas and
pressure and recheck that the gauge returns to zero when disconnected.

Cylinder supplies
(1) Check that the correct cylinders are attached to the yokes and that the index pins are present and not
loose.

32
 (2) Check cylinder contents level by turning cylinders on slowly one at a time; confirm that the cylinders
are full and that the correct gauge is indicating the pressure.
(3) Remove the cylinder and confirm that the gauge returns to zero.

Warning – the cylinder yokes are pin indexed to prevent the wrong cylinders being attached to the machine –
check that both pins are in each yoke and are secure.

Flowmeter bank
(1) Turn the flowmeter on and ensure that the oxygen is giving a minimum flow of 150 to 250 cc in the
fully closed position.
(2) Check that the other gases are off with the knobs fully closed.
(3) Turn each gas to maximum and ensure that the flow tube bobbins spin freely and reach or just exceed
the maximum calibrated level.
(4) Turn each flow knob on, turn the machine off and ensure that all gas flows stop.

Mechanical anti hypoxic device

(1) Connect an oxygen analyser to the machine common gas outlet of the anaesthetic machine.
(2) Turn the nitrous oxide control knob fully on.
(3) Turn on the machine and check the oxygen concentration with minimum oxygen flow rate and up the
scale to maximum flow. The oxygen concentration must not be below 25 %.

Note – that this test can be performed with the integrated Oxygen monitor if fitted.

Note – the oxygen concentration will increase at high oxygen flow rates, as the nitrous oxide flow is restricted
to the flow tube maximum calibrated level.

Low oxygen alarm and nitrous oxide cut off

(1) Turn each gas turned on to 5 litres per minute.
(2) Close the oxygen cylinder and or remove the oxygen pipeline supply.
(3) Check the oxygen whistle sounds followed by the nitrous oxide cut off at a pressure 240 and 205 kPa.
(4) The whistle will sound for approximately 10 seconds.

Note – the air on the three gas machine must continue with complete oxygen failure.

Oxygen flush
Press the oxygen flush button and ensure that oxygen flows from the common gas outlet. Ensure that the flow
stops instantly that the button is released.

Note – with the oxygen analyser attached to the common gas outlet or with the integrated Oxygen monitor
confirmation can be made that the flush gas is oxygen.

Vaporizer mounting
(1) Lower the vaporizer directly onto the backbar ports.
(2) Ensure that the vaporizer is sat fully down.
(3) Lock the vaporizer in place with the clamp lever by rotating 90 degrees clockwise – do not force the
lever as damage may occur.

Note – locking the vaporizer in position may require the knob to be pushed down prior to rotation – refer to
manufacturers instruction manual.

Warning – when a vaporizer has been removed from a backbar ensure that the o seal on each port is retained
on the valve and has not become stuck on the backbar valve.

Warning – a leak check must be performed whenever a vaporizer is placed on an anaesthetic machine.
33
Warning – the vaporizer manufacturer pre use instructions must be complied with – refer to the vaporizer
user manual.

Note – only Selectatec interlock compatible vaporizers are recommended for use with the ASTRA range of
anaesthetic machines. Use of early non-interlock vaporizers is not possible due to an index pin fitted to the
vaporizer backbar.

Warning – removal of the index pin in the Selectatec backbar is forbidden.

Vaporizer pre use leak check

With the vaporizers mounted in position: -
(1) Connect a sphygmomanometer to the common gas outlet.
(2) Turn the oxygen flowmeter on with the minimum flow rate of 200 cc
(3) Check that the system pressure reaches 150 mm hg.
(4) Repeat with the vaporizers turned on at 2 % output.

Warning – do not over pressurize the system.

Patient circuit and auxiliary equipment

(1) Ensure that equipment such as ventilators, monitors, circle absorbers and other auxiliary equipment is
securely attached the anaesthetic machine.
(2) Ensure that all cabling and sample lines are correctly attached – refer to individual manufacturer’s
user manuals.
(3) Connect patient circuit to the anaesthesia machine common gas outlet.
This will include connections for the following equipment: -
(a) Ventilator and bellows unit.
(b) Carbon dioxide absorber.
(c) Theatre scavenging system.
(d) Sample lines.

Warning – In the case of Anaesthetic workstation failure, the lack of immediate access to appropriate
alternative means of ventilation can result in PATIENT injury

34
2.11 Breathing system hose illustration

SAMPLE GAS
RETURN TO
AGSS

BELLOWS
UNIT DRIVE
CONNECTION

SCAVENGE

PATIENT
CONNECTION

SPIROMETER
SAMPLE LINES

EXHAUST
PORT

FRESH GAS FROM

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE C.G.O

ANAESTHETIC
GAS SCAVENGING
TRANSFER AND
RECEIVING SYSTEM
(AGSS)

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE
REAR PANEL

FUEL CELL

2 LITRE BAG
DISTAL TO
PATIENT
'Y' PIECE
(CLEAR)
GAS MONITORING
CONNECTION

FLOW SENSOR

FILTER PROXIMAL TO
PATIENT
(BLUE)

PATIENT

35
Patient circuit leak check
With the patient circuit connected to the anaesthesia machine and ancillary equipment a low-pressure patient
circuit check leak check can be performed.

(1) Fully close the adjustable pressure relief valve on the patient circuit.
(2) Ensure that the absorber is in bag mode.
(3) Block the breathing circuit patient connection with your thumb.
(4) Fill the reservoir bag with the oxygen flush.
(5) Turn on the flowmeter with minimum flow rate.
(6) The circuit pressure must exceed 50 cm H20 at 150 – 200 cc flow rate.

Warning – check the circuit for free flow after the pressure test by increasing the oxygen flow to 6 litres
per minute and ensuring that gas flows freely from the patient connection.
Open the adjustable pressure relief valve fully and block the patient connection and ensure that the circuit
pressure is not greater than 5 cm H20.

AAGBI Check List

The attached (see Appendix 2) Checklist for Anaesthetic Equipment 2012 has been published by the AAGBI as a
basic check list for pre use checking of anaesthesia systems.
It is reproduced here for information only and is copyright of the AAGBI

2.12 Machine cleaning and sterilization

The external surfaces of the machine can be wiped with a damp cloth followed by drying off prior to clinical
use.

Note – mild antiseptic solutions may be used to clean the anaesthetic machine but must be rinsed thoroughly
with water prior to drying.

Warning – care must be taken to prevent water entering the machine during cleaning.

For cleaning of ancillary items such as absorbers, ventilator bellows and patient circuits refer to the
manufacturer’s user instructions.

2.13 User maintenance

User maintenance is restricted to: -
(1) Overall machine leak check.
(2) Removal and replacement of vaporizers.
(3) Replacement of seals on the selectatec backbar ports.
(4) Replacement of Bodok seals on the high-pressure cylinder yokes.
(5) Cleaning of the anaesthetic machine surfaces.

2.14 Ordering information

Refer to your agent for anaesthesia machine ordering information.

36
 Section 3

CYGNUS anaesthetic Ventilator

Astra 3i user manual

37
38
Section 3 Cygnus anaesthetic Ventilator

3.1 General Description

Cygnus Ventilator - Display illustration

1 On/off push button.

2 Mains Indicator - yellow mains applied and green ventilator on.
3 Colour touch screen display.

39
Ventilator Description

General
The Cygnus ventilator is designed to comply with the following standards:-

BS EN ISO 80601-2-13
BS EN 60601-1
BS EN ISO 60601-1-2
BS EN 60601-1-6
IEC 60601-1-8
IEC60601-1-9
IEC 62304

All gas volume. Flow and leakage specifications are expressed as STPD (Standard Temperature and pressure,
Dry) where temperature is 20°C and pressure 101.3kPa

Ventilator Function
The Cygnus ventilator is a pneumatically driven and software controlled flow and pressure generator type
ventilator for automatic ventilation of infant, children and adult patients during anaesthesia.
An ascending bellows unit which is easily detachable for cleaning is utilised to drive the patient fresh gas to the
patient circuit isolating the ventilator drive gas from the patient respired gases.

Numerous controls are provided for pressure, volume and spontaneous breathing support at user settable
values. The user set and measured values are shown clearly on the ventilator front panel display.

In the event of a ventilator measured parameter being outside a pre-set limit the ventilator will annunciate
that anomalous condition and display the erroneous function in the Alarm area of the ventilator display.

The user operates the ventilator by selecting the required ventilation parameters, either manually or from a
series of pre-set or user set saved value values and after connecting to the patient breathing system the user
pressing the “Start Case” button on the display and then confirming the ventilation parameters and the
ventilator will begin now to ventilate at the set values.

Ventilator Pneumatic Circuit

1. Clean and dry medical oxygen from the hospital pipeline, cylinder supply or from the anaesthetic machine
auxiliary supply connectors is fed into the ventilator connection through a DISS oxygen connection.
2. The oxygen supply passes through a filter and the pressure is then regulated to 3 bar.
3. Gas flow to drive the bellows is controlled by an electronically controlled proportional flow valve.
4. The drive gas flow is controlled electronically and monitored independently by a drive gas flow sensor.
5. Fresh Gas from the bellows is driven through the patient silicone diaphragm valve that is controlled with a
digitally controlled voice coil. Excess drive gas (oxygen) is exhausted through the exhaust port to the
atmosphere.
6. Additional safety is provided with the addition of a preset pressure relief valve calibrated to 80 cm H2O at
60 l/min.
7. Gas delivered through the patient valve drives the bellows down.
8. Gas from the inside of the bellows containing the anaesthetic gas mixture is driven through the patient
breathing circuit and the variable orifice flow sensor, through a patient filter and to the patient.
9. In the event of excess fresh gas being delivered by the anaesthetic machine surplus gas is exhausted from
the exhaust port on the bellows to a user attached scavenge system.

40
Ventilator Block Diagram

Cygnus Ventilator Drive Gas Supply

The Cygnus ventilator is designed to operate on a 300 - 600kPa drive gas supply and the ventilator is calibrated
during manufacture on oxygen.

Gas Control Manifold Block

To keep the pneumatic connections and internal pipe work to a minimum the internal pneumatic controls are
all contained within a special manifold assembly ensuring that pneumatic system remains as simple as possible
minimising connections and the possibilities of leaks.

DISS Inlet Connector

The mains gas source is connected to the oxygen DISS drive gas supply fitting on the rear of the ventilator
control unit. The gas supply should be capable of a minimum flow rate of 80 L/min while maintaining a
minimum pressure in excess of 310 kPa (45 psi).

Inlet Drive Gas Filter

The drive gas is filtered with a 40-micron inlet gas filter which protects the pneumatic components from
incoming particulate matter. The flat form of the large diameter filter presents a very large surface area to the
gas flow ensuring that the filter has a long service life.

Inlet Pressure Regulator

The inlet pressure regulator maintains the input drive gas pressure in the ventilator at the manufactured set
value allowing the use of variable pressure drive gas supplies whilst maintaining consistent ventilator
performance over the recommended supply pressure range.

41
Low Drive Gas Supply Pressure transducer
The pressure transducer is set at a predetermined level to detect a loss or reduction of the input gas source
pressure. When the pressure falls below 275 kPa, the LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE indicator will be displayed and
the high priority audible alarm will activate.

Proportional Drive Gas Valve

The proportional drive gas valve is controlled by the central processor unit (CPU) and is adjusted in real time to
ensure that the required ventilator parameters of flow, volume and pressure are maintained on a breath by
breath basis.

Drive Gas Flow Sensor

The drive gas flow sensor monitors the instantaneous flow from the proportional drive gas valve allowing the
CPU to calculate the real time setting of the valve to maintain the correct ventilator performance in
conjunction with the breathing system flow sensors allowing the ventilator to compensate for variable fresh
gas flows. Its proximity to the drive gas valve provides very rapid feedback of flow minimising the time delay
between valve operation and breathing system flow change.

Drive Gas Pressure Sensor

The drive gas pressure sensor monitors the pressure of the drive gas allowing the CPU to calculate the real
time pressure and maintain the correct ventilator performance. Its proximity to the drive gas valve provides
very rapid feedback of drive gas pressure minimising the time delay between valve operation and breathing
system pressure change and the potential for excess pressure in the breathing system.

High Breathing System Pressure Relief Valve

The patient valve is designed with a maximum breathing system pressure relief automatically ensuring that in
the event of excess breathing system pressure over 80hPa (80 cm H2O) excess pressure will be relieved to the
exhaust.

Patient Valve
The patient valve is a fast acting electronically controlled magnetic valve which the CPU adjusts in real time to
maintain the correct breathing system pressure and value of PEEP irrespective of the fresh gas flow. The valve
maintains breathing system pressure and opens at the end of the inspiratory phase allowing the patient to
exhale.

Airway Pressure Sensor

Connected at the patient Y piece of the breathing circuit utilising the flow sensor connection tubes.

Breathing System Flow Sensor (Spirometer)

A bidirectional variable orifice flow sensor mounted at the patient Y piece and prior to the patient filter is
included to measure the actual flow to and from the patient. Calibration of the flow sensor (spirometer) is
required before first use. The blue sample line is connected to the flow sensor port (A) proximal to the patient
and the clear sample line is connected port (B) distal to the patient on the flow sensor. The ventilator end
connections are clearly marked with connection requirements.

Purge valves
Two oxygen purge valves are built into the manifold block to maintain the spirometer tubes clear of moisture
which may build up causing spirometry errors.

Ambient Pressure Sensor

The ambient pressure sensor monitors the barometric pressure and adjusts the delivered tidal volume to
compensate for altitude or changes in barometric pressures to maintain accuracy of ventilator volumes.

42
Electrical and Electronic Ventilator Control System
Note that flow and pressure sensors are mounted directly on the control PCB and are connected into the
pneumatic circuit by local sample lines within the ventilator control unit.
The ventilator is controlled and its functions are continuously monitored by the software systems which read
the clinicians set control values and the ventilator control system then sets the control valves to deliver the
calculated gas flows to the patient, at rates which will ensure that the set values are achieved.
During both the delivery and expiratory phases the ventilator monitoring systems monitor the measured
parameters and if the control systems detect that small adjustments are needed to achieve the final target
values the control systems will feedback small adjustments to the control valves trimming the delivered values
to take account of for example, fresh gas flows and small leaks.

Main Control PCB

There are two elements to the ventilator software systems in the Cygnus ventilator and they are designed to
work separately but in harmony with each other.
Firstly the ventilator control system and secondly the ventilator monitor system.
The main control PCB houses the main processor unit and the "watch dog monitoring" to ensure that the
ventilator is working correctly.

Display and Display Control PCB

The display PCB is the main driver for the display unit which reads and processes the users set values. The PCB
additionally controls the information shown on the display unit

Display and Touch Screen

The colour display has a LED back light and uses a touch screen layer over the display which allows the user to
select relevant ventilator functions and parameters by simply touching the relevant touch sensitive areas
highlighted on the display.

Mains Power Supply

The mains supply inlet is designed for connection to standard mains voltage supplies worldwide:
110 VAC to 220 VAC and 50 to 60 Hz
Note that the ventilator adjusts automatically to the supply voltage range and no further adjustment is
required.
The connector into the ventilator is a standard IEC type cable and twin fusing at 1.25 amps is provided.

Power Supply Unit

The power supply unit consists of a switch mode power supply providing low voltage electrical power to drive
the ventilator controls and maintain the backup battery in a fully charged state whilst connected to the mains
electricity supply.
Mains voltage supply failure gives an alarm.
Battery backup is up to 4 hours depending on battery condition and ventilator settings. The battery condition
indicator indicates a low charge condition followed by a 10 minute warning that the ventilator will turn off to
prevent the battery from damage.

43
Ventilator Connections

Cygnus Ventilator connections.

Located on the left side of the Astra 3i
5 (see section 2 page 16 item 5)

3 Flow sensor connection - proximal to patient - blue tube.

The patient inspired and expired gas is measured with a variable orifice flow sensor. The blue tube is
connected closest to the patient.
Note that a breathing circuit filter must be used to prevent contamination.

4 Flow sensor connection - distal to patient - clear tube.

The patient inspired and expired gas is measured with a variable orifice flow sensor. The clear tube is
connected furthest from the patient.
Note that a breathing circuit filter must be used to prevent contamination.

5 Ventilator bellows driving gas connecter – 17 mm taper.

A black rubber corrugated tube is connected from the ventilator 17 mm taper to the 17 mm taper on the
bellows assembly. The gas drives the bellows down during the inspiratory phase.

6 Drive gas exhaust port.

During the expiratory phase the drive gas is exhausted from around the bellows to the exhaust port and allows
the bellows to return to the top position. Note there are no connections to be made as the gas go to
atmosphere and the port must not be blocked.

44
Bellows 30 mm scavenging connection.
During use the anaesthesia machine delivers fresh gas to the breathing circuit to replenish gases and
anaesthesia agent. Excess gas is exhausted from this port and is connected to a AGSS (anaesthetic gas
scavenging system).

Bellows 22 mm Patient connection.

This connection is connected to the ventilator drive port on the rear right hand side of the OES absorber.
Connection is made with a 600 mm length of disposable tubing provided with each patient circuit.

Ventilator on/off Switch

The ventilator on/off membrane switch is mounted on the right hand side of the display panel and requires
actuating for 1 second to turn on. Shorter actuation prevents the ventilator turning on.
To turn the ventilator off the button must be pressed for 2 seconds, then the user must confirm that the
ventilator is required to be shut down before a shutdown sequence will be initiated. If the user does not
confirm the requirement to shut down the ventilator will not enter the shutdown sequence.

The Cygnus ventilator is provided with medical gas and mains power from within the Astra 3i. Separate mains
inlet fuses are fitted internally 2x T1,25AH250

Inspired oxygen fuel cell connection.

A cable is connected to the rear right hand side of the Astra 3i anaesthesia machine (see section 2 page 16
item 9) to the oxygen fuel cell mounted in the top of the inspiratory non return valve cover. Note that the fuel
cell is supplied in a sealed pack and must be removed and screwed into the cover before the cable is
connected.

Loss of mains electrical power

In the event of loss of mains electrical power the backup battery will continue to provide uninterrupted
ventilator function for up to 4 hours.
There will be no change to the function of any of the ventilator operating or monitoring devices.
An alarm message will be displayed to indicate AC Power Loss –running on Battery.
When mains electrical power is re-established the ventilator will continue to operate with no input needed
from the operator and the alarm message will be removed.
Fresh gas supply is unaffected by electrical power loss.

45
Ventilator Modes

The following ventilation modes are available for patient ventilation:

(a) Volume ventilation
(b) Pressure ventilation
(c) Spontaneous monitoring
(d) Intermittent support mode pressure target – PSV Plus
(e) Pressure with VG (Volume Guarantee)
(f) Intermittent support mode Vt target – SIMV
(g) Cardiac Bypass
(h) Intermittent support mode Vm target – SMMV

In addition the following additional settings are available to compliment the ventilation modes:
(a) Adjustable trigger function for supported spontaneous breathing
(b) Adjustable inspiratory pause
(c) Adjustable Sigh
(d) Adjustable Positive End Expiratory Pressure PEEP

Breathing mode definition

a) Volume Controlled Ventilation (VCV) - delivery of the set tidal or minute volume at a flow determined by
the set inspiration time. If the set volume is reached early or the set pressure limit is exceeded then the
inspiration phase will end at that time. Pressure ventilation - a preset target Pressure is delivered to the
patient during each inspiratory phase.
b) Pressure Controlled Ventilation (PCV) - set target pressure achieved as quickly as possible during
inspiration. The set target pressure is maintained for the remaining inspiration time.
c) Spontaneous - patient breathes with no assistance from the ventilator. The ventilator provides
measurement of volume, peak, and mean airway pressure. An apnoea alarm is given if the patient stops
breathing.
d) PSV- plus - this is a Pressure support mode that enables the patient’s breath to be assisted to achieve a
target pressure. The mode changes to SIMV if the patient fails to breath and reverts back to PSV - Plus
when the patient resumes breathing.
e) Pressure with VG is a pressure controlled mode to deliver a set volume with the lowest pressure. The initial
two breaths will appear to be volume breaths, the next breath will more closely resemble a pressure
breath.
f) SIMV - Synchronised Intermittent Mandatory Volume - same as VCV except that gas delivery is triggered by
the patient's own breathing. The number of assisted breaths is determined by the set BPM, which may
vary +/-25% to synchronise with spontaneous breaths. The volume delivered is the set tidal volume.
g) Cardiac Bypass mode suspends all alarms allowing a constant positive pressure to be applied to enable
alveolar support during Cardio-pulmonary bypass procedures.
h) SMMV - Synchronised Mandatory Minute Volume - similar to SIMV except that the volume delivered
during an assisted breath is determined by the difference between set minute volume and measured
minute volume. The measured minute volume is based on breaths monitored over one minute. If the
spontaneous minute volume is projected to be less than 80% of the set minute volume than an assisted
breath will be given at a volume equal to the set minute volume divided by the set BPM.

Additional settings - description

(1) Adjustable trigger function for spontaneous breathing - the patient spontaneous breath flow rate is used
as a trigger in some modes - the trigger rates are 0.7 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 and 6 litres.
(2) Adjustable inspiratory pause - the inspiratory phase is increased by a user defined percentage the values
are 0 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 and 50 %
(3) Adjustable Sigh - the inspired volume is increased by 50% every 50 / 100 or 150 breaths.
(4) Adjustable Positive End Expiratory Pressure PEEP - the patient circuit pressure is maintained at a user
defined level - zero to 15 cm H2O

46
Breathing System Monitoring
The ventilator continuously monitors and displays a number of breathing system parameters on the ventilator
front screen. In the event of these monitored parameters varying outside the set alarm limit condition, the
ventilator will highlight the parameter which has fallen outside the specified limit by a flashing the set and
measured function boxes with an intermittent red background and a textural warning of the error. An audible
alarm will also be sounded when the alarm is of a high priority.

Within the tolerances of ventilator capability the ventilator actively adjusts either pressure or volume delivery
to maintain a breath by breath accurate delivery of set volume or pressure and compensating for changes due
to fresh gas delivery or minor leaks and as required, compliance compensation.

Breathing system displayed measured parameters

a) Oxygen Inspired concentration

b) Minute volume delivered - expired volume
c) Tidal volume delivered - expired volume
d) Peak Pressure delivered
e) Mean pressure delivered
f) PEEP - positive end expiratory pressure.

Compliance Compensation
During volume ventilation compliance compensation is added to each breath. This increased volume is
calculated during the Leak and compliance test, by measuring the volume of drive flow needed to raise the
system pressure to 30cmH2O (30hPa)

The increase in volume is given by:-

n = [sVt x (C_S / C_L)]

- where:
sVt = the set tidal volume defined by the user
C_S = system compliance determined by the Leak and Compliance test.
C_L = default lung compliance = 20 mL/cmH2O (hPa)

Example
C_S is calculated by the system to be 9mL/cmH2O 9hPa)
C_L = 20mL/cmH2O (hPa)
sVt = 400
then
n=[400 x (9/20)]= 180
Therefore the ventilator will deliver (at its output) 580mL to ensure that 400mLis delivered to the patient

During the leak and compliance test when the 30cmH2O (30hPa) is reached the pressure will be held for
10secondes to check for leaks

After compliance compensation there is a cycle-by-cycle adjustment made to compensate for fresh-gas and
leaks.

47
3.2 Operating the Ventilator

Turning the ventilator on 1 On/off push

button.
2 Mains Indicator.
Yellow mains
applied and green
ventilator on.

Pressing the “on/off” button mounted on the right hand

side of the bezel for one second turns on the ventilator.
During ventilator start up, the display will remain blank for
up to 40 seconds following which the screen will display a
welcome screen showing the software version, hardware
version, mechanical version and the serial number. If the
ventilator has a fault this information must be provided
when reporting the fault.

Welcome screen displaying software version, hardware

version, Mechanical version and serial number.

Patient select screen

The patient select screen allows the user to perform a leak

and compliance check or choose patient ventilator settings
by weight - 3kg, 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, 70kg and 100kg or by
selecting one of 6 user defined settings
Patient select screen with User Defined setting Dr Jones
selected - note that Dr Jones selected key is now white and
that the ventilator settings are displayed on the left hand
side.

Patient select screen with Dr Jones selected.

Leak and Compliance test

Selecting the Leak and compliance test will bring up a Leak

and Compliance check screen; press “Yes” to perform the
check.
(a) Block the patient connection.
(b) Turn fresh gas flow off.
(c) Turn the absorber to “on” and select “ventilator” mode.

Leak and compliance test screen

48
 When the Leak and Compliance Test has been selected a
dialogue box will indicate test in progress.

The screen indicating that the Leak and Compliance test is

in progress - "PLEASE WAIT"

When the Leak and compliance Check is complete the test

results will be displayed

Screen displaying the compliance and leak rate

Saving user defined settings

If the user wishes to save the settings that have been used,
press the “Patient Select” button and the following screen
will be displayed. Cancel will allow a new user or weight
defined patient to be selected or OK will bring up the “Save
Settings” dialogue box.
Pressing OK in the “Save Settings” dialogue box will show
the following screen. Saving the new settings to an unused
User Defined setting will allow the settings to be saved and
the description to be changed. If a previously used User
defined setting is chosen the description can be changed or
the settings deleted.
Save changes to settings dialogue box

Pressing OK in the Save Settings dialogue box on the screen

above will show the following screen. Saving the new
settings to an unused User Defined setting will allow the
settings to be saved and the description to be changed. If a
ready used User defined setting is chosen the description
can be changed or the settings deleted.

Save Settings dialogue box

49
Key Pad for changing User Defined patient settings

The description of the user defined setting can be changed

by pressing the “Change Description” button, and this will
bring up a key pad for adjusting the settings.
Press “Clear All” or “Backspace” (Bksp), type the required
description, press enter then press “Save” on the “Save
Settings” dialogue box. Failure to press the Save key will
delete the new name and revert to the old.

Key Pad to alter the User Defined description.

User Confirmation of Initial Settings

After the user has selected the correct settings, a “Confirm

Initial Setting” Dialogue box will be displayed asking the user
to press “OK” or return to settings so the user can choose
another preset user or weight defined value.

Confirm screen for Initial settings

Starting the ventilator

Once the user has chosen the initial settings the actual
settings can be adjusted as required prior to starting to
ventilate. If the settings are to the users satisfaction, the
ventilator can be started by pressing the green “Start Case”
button shown on the lower left hand side of the display.
Note that NO ALARMS are indicated in the alarms dialogue
box - this indicates that there are no system errors, including
mains power, battery and drive gas failures. The alarms are
disabled until the ventilator is switched to the “start” screen
allowing the ventilator to be turned on without nuisance
alarms.
Ventilator start screen

50
Stopping the Ventilator

At the end of a procedure pressing the white/red “End Case”

button shown in on the lower left hand side stops the
ventilator. This must be confirmed by pressing the “OK”
button on the “End Case” dialogue box.

Ventilator cycling showing the End Case button in red

Stop watch

The ventilator is provided with a stop watch to time case

length or for drug administration.
To use the stop watch press “start” on the top right of the
screen.

Screen with stopwatch

To stop the stop watch press the “Stop” button. To zero the
time press the “reset”.
The time can be restarted without zeroing the time.

Stop watch stopped and ready for start or reset.

51
Adjusting Patient Settings

Patient settings are displayed in the “SET” column on the right hand side vertical column. These settings can
be adjusted before or during a case.ALL functions require “OK” to be pressed to confirm the setting change. If
the setting change is made and the OK button is not pressed he screen will time out and stay at the original
setting.
The breathing system parameters which can be set for any one patient are limited such that the combination
of settings provides for a minimum drive gas flow of 0.5 l/min and a maximum of 100 l/min. Settings outside
these limits are not settable and the ventilator prevents the parameters being set.

High and Low Oxygen alarms

The ventilator low and high alarms are adjustable from 18% to 50% for the low alarm and 30% to 104% for
the high alarm. Note that the alarm being adjusted will retain a 5% differential if settings are set too close to
each other.

Press the “O2%” key to call out the key pad.

The key pad automatically has the low Oxygen alarm level
activated - the colour indicates the active alarm - the colours
are inverted - white background with blue text. Either toggle
the set value up or down with the (+) or (-) keys or type in
the new value then press “OK” to confirm followed by
“EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out. Note the cancel
key can be used to return the setting to its original value.

Low O2% alarm setting adjustment key pad.

Press the upper level display. The key pad changes to the
“High Oxygen” alarm level - the colour indicates the active
alarm - the colours are inverted - white background with
blue text. Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+)
or (-) keys or type in the new value then press “OK” to
confirm and then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

High O2% alarm setting adjustment key pad.

Minute Volume

Minute volume is adjustable between 0.4 and 6 litres per

minute.
Press the Vm l/min key to call out the key pad.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+) or (-)
keys or type in the new value then press “OK” to confirm
and then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

Minute Volume adjustment key pad

52
Tidal Volume.

Tidal volume is adjustable between 20 and 1600 Ml.

Press the VT ml key to call out the key pad.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+) or (-)
keys or type in the new value then press “OK” to confirm
and then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

Tidal Volume adjustment key pad

Pressure Limit

Pressure Limit is adjustable between 10 and 70 cmH20

Target Pressure is adjustable between 10 and 50 cmH20
Both “Limit” and “Target” pressures are adjustable, the displayed key in the Set column is dependent on
whether the ventilator is in Volume or Pressure mode. The call out keypad defaults to the relevant alarm level
type for the mode that has been selected.
The Target pressure alarm is relevant only to pressure modes and the Pressure Limit only to Volume modes.
Note that the Pressure limit is automatically adjusted to 10 Cm H2O above peak pressure during ventilation to
maintain patient safety.

Press the Plim cmH20 or the Ptarg cmH2O key to call out the
key pad. Press the Pressure limit for adjustment.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the + or - keys or
type in the new value then press OK to confirm and then
EXIT or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value

Pressure Limit key pad

Press the Plim cmH20 or the Ptarget cmH2O key to call out the
key pad. Press the Target pressure limit for adjustment.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the + or - keys or
type in the new value then press OK to confirm and then
EXIT or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value

Target Pressure Limit key pad

53
PEEP setting

Positive End Expiratory Pressure is adjustable from 5 to 20 cmH2O

Press the PEEPcmH2O key to call out the key pad.

Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+) or (-)
keys or type in the new value then press “OK” to confirm
and then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

PEEP Key pad showing 5 cmH2O

Any value selected below 5 cmH2O will default PEEP to off.

PEEP Key pad showing PEEP OFF

BPM

The Breaths per minute can be adjusted between 4 and 100 Breaths per minute.

Press the “Rate BPM” key to call out the key pad.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+) or (-)
keys or type in the new value then press “OK” to confirm
and then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

Rate BPM Key pad

54
I:E Ratio

The I:E ratio can be adjusted between 1:05 to 1:4 and any value in between.

Press the “I:E Ratio” key to call out the key pad.
Either toggle the set value up or down with the (+) or (-)
keys, type in the new value or choose a preset value
displayed on the top row, then press “OK” to confirm and
then “EXIT” or wait for the key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

I:E Ratio Key Pad

Selecting Ventilator modes

The Cygnus ventilator can be used in various ventilator modes, see “Ventilator Modes” section for a
description of each mode. These modes are accessed through the horizontal line of select buttons at the
bottom of the screen.

Volume Mode

Press the “Volume” mode key to select volume mode.

Volume Mode Key

Pressure Mode

Press the “Pressure” mode key to select volume mode.

Pressure mode Key

55
Spontaneous mode

Press the “Spont” mode key to select Spontaneous mode.

Spontaneous Key

PSV-Plus mode

Press the “PSV-Plus” mode key to select PSV-Plus mode.

PSV-Plus Key

SIMV mode

Press the “SIMV” mode key to select SIMV

SIMV Key

56
SMMV mode

Press the “SMMV” mode key to select SMMV.

SMMV Key

Changing Ventilation mode when ventilator is cycling

The change of mode must always be confirmed to change mode to prevent accidental mode change.

The ventilation mode in use can be changed while the

patient is being ventilated without stopping ventilation.
Press the key for the new mode required, the new mode
and the Patient Select key will flash together, press the
“Patient Select” key

Screen showing flashing keys as mode is changed

Press “OK” to change over to pressure mode.

Change to Pressure mode confirm button

57
Additional Patient settings

Adjusting Patient trigger flow

The patient trigger flows for spontaneous breathing patients

can be adjusted to the following flow rates
0.7 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 and 6 litres and any settings in between.
To adjust the “Trigger” press the trigger key and select from
the pre sets or adjust using the (+) and (-) toggle keys.
Then press “OK” to confirm and then “EXIT” or wait for the
key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.
Trigger Flow Key

Additional Modes and Settings

Additional modes and settings are available on the next Line

of Modes at the bottom of the screen
Press the right hand arrow at the bottom of the screen next
to the “Modes” to view the second row of additional modes
and setting options.

Additional modes and settings

Additional mode options along bottom of screen

58
Adjusting the Inspiratory Pause

Inspiratory pause is adjustable by 0 / 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 and

50 %
To adjust the Inspiratory Pause press the “Insp Pause” key
and select from the pre set values available.
Then press “OK” to confirm and then “EXIT” or wait for the
key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

Inspiratory Pause Key

Adjusting the Sigh

Sigh is adjustable for every 50 / 100 or 150 breaths. The

volume delivered is increased by 50%
To adjust the Sigh press the “Sigh” key and select from the
pre set values available.
Then press “OK” to confirm and then “EXIT” or wait for the
key pad to time out.
Note the cancel key can be used to return the setting to its
original value.

Sigh Key

Minute Volume or Tidal Volume Alarm

The volume alarm can be set so that the alarm is indicated

as either Minute volume or Tidal volume.
Select the desired alarm format and press “EXIT” or wait for
the key pad to time out.
The airway pressure alarm can be either turned on or off.
The apnoea time can be adjusted between 1 and 20 seconds
by using the key pad.
Then press OK to confirm and then EXIT or wait for the key
pad to time out.

Tidal Volume alarm selected, Low airway pressure alarm

off and apnoea alarm set to 8 seconds. Key pad goes white.

Minute Volume Selected - key pad goes white

59
Calibrating Oxygen Fuel Cell and Patient Flow Sensor

Calibration on room Air and Oxygen

The oxygen fuel cell requires calibrating at 21% oxygen (air) and at 100% oxygen to provide accurate oxygen
measurement throughout the sensor range.
First purge all anaesthesia gases from the breathing circuit with Air until the Oxygen monitor display stabilises
- note that if the Anaesthesia machine does not have Medical Air, remove the fuel cell from the Inspiratory
limb of the absorber and leave it in room air to stabilize. - note that this can take up to 10 minutes

Press the “Flow Cal & O2Cal” button.

Then press “Calibrate on 21% Oxygen”.

Oxygen Fuel Cell and Flow senor calibration Key Pad

Press the “Yes” button to start calibration of oxygen at 21%

Calibrating On 21% Oxygen screen - note this will take 30
seconds.

Start Calibrating On 21% Oxygen key Pad

Calibration in Progress. On completion press “exit”.

Calibration can fail if the Oxygen fuel cell is exhausted.
The screen will display a sensor exhausted alarm.

Calibrating at 21% Oxygen screen

60
Press the “Flow Cal & O2 Cal” button.
Then press Calibrate on 100% Oxygen.

Oxygen Fuel Cell and Flow senor calibration Key Pad

Press the “Yes” button to start calibration of oxygen

at 100%
Calibrating On 100% Oxygen screen - note this will
take 30 seconds.

Start Calibrating On 100% Oxygen key Pad

Calibration in Progress. On completion press “exit”.

Calibration can fail if the Oxygen fuel cell is
exhausted.
The screen will display a sensor exhausted alarm.

Calibrating at 100% Oxygen screen

61
Calibrating Patient Flow Sensor

The patient flow sensor requires calibrating when new and periodically until it is replaced. The sensor is
connected onto the patient “Y” piece before the breathing system filter so that the patient does not
contaminate it.

Procedure for Calibration

Disconnect the corrugated black rubber drive tube from the ventilator and attach the red plastic adaptor to
the 17mm bellows drive taper on the rear of the ventilator. Connect the patient flow sensor with the flow in
the patient direction and calibrate in the forward direction. When prompted by the screen turn the sensor
around and calibrate in the opposite direction to calibrate for inspiratory and expiratory directions.

Press the “Flow Cal & O2 Cal” button.

Then press “Calibrate Patient Flow”.

Oxygen Fuel Cell and Flow senor calibration Key Pad

Press “yes” to start Calibration of the inspired flow. When

prompted, turn the flow sensor around to calibrate the
expired flow and press the “continue” button. After
calibration, reconnect the flow sensor to the patient circuit Y
piece in the correct orientation and place a clean breathing
circuit filter ready for the next case. Reconnect the black
corrugated rubber tube between the bellows 17 mm taper
and the ventilator 17 mm taper.

Breathing sensor Calibration screen

When prompted turn the flow sensor around to calibrate

the expired flow and press the continue button.
When complete press exit.
Note that the ventilator will prompt the user to put the
sensor the correct way round if connected incorrectly.
After calibration reconnect the flow sensor to the patient
circuit Y piece and put on a clean patient filter ready for the
next case. Reconnect the black corrugated rubber tube
between the bellows 17 mm taper and the ventilator 17 mm
taper.

Breathing sensor Calibration in Progress

62
Screen, Volume, Time and Waveform adjustment

Setting the Time and screen brightness.

Press the “Screen Volume Time” button. The volume and

brightness can be adjusted by toggling the arrows to the left
to reduce the volume or Brightness or to the right to
increase the volume or brightness.

Volume, Brightness and Time set screen

Setting the time

Press the “Screen Volume Time” key.

The time is adjusted by activating each window and typing in
the correct time for hours minutes and seconds. The date is
adjusted by activating each window in turn and typing in the
correct date for day month and year. The format button
converts the date from Day / month / year to Month / Day /
Year to Year month Day.

Time set screen

Setting the Screen Waveforms

The lower wave form is always Pressure vs Time. The top screen wave form can be changed to:
a) Flow verses Time
b) Volume verses Time
c) Volume verses Pressure
d) Flow verse Pressure
Press the Waveform key followed by the waveform key you wish to use as the top waveform.

Flow verses Time screen

Flow verses time button selected

63
 Volume verses Time screen

Volume verses time button selected

Volume verses Pressure Screen

Volume verses Pressure button selected

Flow verses Pressure Screen

Flow verses Pressure button selected

Screen Calibration

The touch screen positioning is calibrated at the factory however should the calibration drift then a calibration
is included in the Engineering menu to ensure accuracy during use.

64
Engineer settings

Certain engineer’s settings are available to the user to enable information to be obtained for fault analysis.
The settings available are the voltages in Diagnosis and Service records. Information within these engineer
settings is required for effective fault finding and this information should be provided when contacting the
OES Medical service department.

Press the “Engineer Settings” button

Engineer Settings key pad

Press the “Diagnosis” button to display the voltages key pad

Diagnosis screen

Diagnosis key pad showing “Voltages” key Pad

Press the Voltages key to display voltage diagnostic
information. This information will be required by the service
department to help resolve technical issues.
When providing information take a photo and send it along
with a description of the fault.

Voltage Display Screen

Service Record Information

Press the “Service record” key to obtain Serial number,

Software version, Hardware version, Mechanical Version,
Manufactured date, Last serviced date and Ventilator cycles
since last service and since new.

Engineer settings key pad

65
 Service record screen

Software Update

Software Update - to update software, remove the stainless

steel plate on the underside of the ventilator towards the
front edge to obtain access to the USB port.
Plug the memory stick with the updated software on into the
USB port underneath the ventilator the Upgrade Now button
will go blue then press Upgrade Now. The ventilator will
indicate when the upgrade is complete.
Warning - the software is encrypted and user access is not
possible, ensure that the memory stick is left in the
ventilator until the update is complete.

Software Update screen

66
Ventilator Construction

The ventilator case is constructed of anodised aluminium with moulded front display panel and Painted cover,
the paint is an Anaesthetic resistant polyester powder coat.
The internal parts are made from plated brass, stainless steel, plastic and anodised aluminium.

Bellows Unit and Bellows Base Assembly

1 Bellows base.
2 Bellows base screw.
3 Exhaust diaphragm assembly.
4 Exhaust diaphragm assembly screws.
5 Bellows.
6 Bellows housing.

67
Bellows Base

The bellows base unit retains the exhaust diaphragm assembly, bellows and provides a secure mounting for
the bellows housing.

An expiratory exhaust valve seat which allows the escape of exhaust gas to the bellows exhaust port on the
rear of the assembly is situated in the centre of the assembly.

The bellows base assembly is attached to the top of the ventilator case and incorporates an
“O” seal for the bellows housing to seal against and an “O” seal to seal between the bellows base and the
exhaust gas diaphragm assembly

WARNING - care must be taken not to damage the precision exhaust valve seat.

Bellows Base screws

Thumb screws, which hold the bellows base to the top of the ventilator case. (4 off)

Exhaust Diaphragm assembly

This assembly contains a diaphragm and a sealing disc which seals on the exhaust valve seat in the bellows
base during the expiratory phase.

Exhaust Diaphragm assembly screws

Thumb screws which hold the diaphragm assembly onto the bellows base assembly. (3 off)

Adult Bellows

The bellows are attached to the bellows base assembly by the lower convolution on the shoulder of the
bellows base assembly.

Warning – care must be taken to ensure that the bellows is attached by it’s bottom convolution onto the
bellows base shoulder, Failure to attach the bellows properly may result in the bellows drive gas diluting the
patient circuit gas.

Adult bellows housing

The adult bellows housing is located on the bellows base assembly by the location ring on the bellows base
assembly it is then locked in position by twisting clockwise until the lugs are located in the bellows base
assembly.

68
3.3 Drive gas and breathing circuit gas connections

SAMPLE GAS
RETURN TO
AGSS

BELLOWS
UNIT DRIVE
CONNECTION

SCAVENGE

PATIENT
CONNECTION

SPIROMETER
SAMPLE LINES

EXHAUST
PORT

FRESH GAS FROM

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE C.G.O

ANAESTHETIC
GAS SCAVENGING
TRANSFER AND
RECEIVING SYSTEM
(AGSS)

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE
REAR PANEL

FUEL CELL

2 LITRE BAG
DISTAL TO
PATIENT
'Y' PIECE
(CLEAR)
GAS MONITORING
CONNECTION

FLOW SENSOR

FILTER PROXIMAL TO
PATIENT
(BLUE)

PATIENT

69
Bellows unit driving gas connector

A 17 mm taper which connects to the ventilator bellows drive gas connector via a flexible corrugated tube.

Patient Connection

A 22 mm male taper connection, which connects to the ventilator port on the absorber circuit via 0.8 metre
length of disposable corrugated tubing.

Bellows Unit Exhaust port

A 30 mm taper to which the anaesthetic gas scavenge system must be connected.

WARNING - the anaesthetic gas scavenging system must not generate more than 0.5 cm H20 of negative or
positive pressure. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in positive or negative pressure within
the breathing circuit.

Breathing System Flow Sensor (Spirometer)

Connect the two Spirometer sample lines between the flow sensor unit and the two connectors on the rear of
the ventilator. The blue sample line is connected to the flow sensor proximal to the patient and the clear
sample line is connected distal to the patient on the flow sensor. The ventilator end connections are clearly
marked with the blue connector above the clear connector point.

Gas supplies

The following gas supply pressures are nominal and are required for normal operation.
Gas supply inlets are protected with 40µm sintered filters.

Pipeline supply pressures:

USA/ Canada/Japan - 340 kPa (50 psig)
UK - 400 kPa (58 psig)

Cylinder supplies: 13700 kPa (2000 psig)

The Anaesthesia Ventilator gas continuous demand shall not exceed 60 L/min at a pressure of 50 +0/–5 psig
measured at the gas inlet connector.

70
3.4 Cleaning and sterilisation

Note - Cleaning the oxygen cell with alcohol solutions may damage the cell and providing unreliable oxygen
reading for a period of time and giving rise to falsely high oxygen concentration readings.
Cleaning must only be undertaken with clean distilled or de ionized water and allowed to fully dry before reuse.

The ventilator components may only be cleaned with the following approved methods:

Ventilator Component Disposable ETO Autoclave Clinell Clinell Clinell

136 Deg C Universal Detergent Sanitising
Sanitising wipes wipes:
Wipes:
Control Unit × ×   

Bellows base assembly ×     

Exhaust valve assembly ×     

Bellows ×  ×   

Bellows housing ×     

Spirometer sensor and tubes × × ×   

Warning – care must be taken to prevent water entering the machine during cleaning.

Warning - Do not autoclave the oxygen sensor. It will damage the sensor

Warning – Always use a breathing circuit filter at the patient end of a breathing system to protect the
ventilator from contamination and cross contamination to a patient from a previous patient.

Caution - DO NOT apply excessive pressure to the display screen, cleaning is restricted to soap-based sanitising
wipes.

71
3.5 Specification
Model Astra 3i with integrated Cygnus anaesthesia ventilator
Function For ventilation use during anaesthesia in combination with an anaesthetic
workstation
Internal Compliance With breathing system: approximately 7 ml/cm H2O
Without breathing system: approximately 3 ml/cm H2O
Drive Gas Oxygen 3 - 7 bar at 100 l/min
Air may be used if ordered separately.
Drive Gas filter 40 micron.
Mains Electricity Universal Input voltage 100Vac to 240Vac, 50-60Hz
Maximum current at 100 - 110v, 1.2 A
Maximum current at 220 - 240v, 0.4 A
Socket output voltage is equal to supply voltage
Power supply indicator Mains applied (standby): Yellow
Mains applied ventilator ON: Green
Mains Failure: ‘AC Power loss’ alarm
Fuses Mains;T1.25AH250
Battery; T10AL50 minimum voltage rating.
Battery type Yuasa 12 volt 1.6 Amp hour
Battery Backup With a fully charged battery, uninterrupted ventilator function will be
maintained for up to 4 hours, depending on ventilator settings.
10 minutes advance warning of exhausted battery before final shut down.
Battery level indicator provided.
Alarm mute 120 seconds
Function selection Touch screen with confirmation of function selected.
Breathing gas selection Gas mixture selection for Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide or Oxygen and Air
Ventilation Modes
Volume Volume control
Pressure Pressure control
Spont Spontaneous mode
PSV – Plus Pressure support ventilation with intelligent switching to SIMV to assist
patient in event of insufficient patient effort.
Pressure with VG Pressure control with Volume Guarantee
SIMV Synchronised intermittent mandatory volume
Cardiac Bypass Cardiac Bypass
SMMV Synchronised mandatory minute volume
Ventilation parameters
Tidal volume 20 to 1500 ml
Target pressure 10 to 50 cm H2O
Breathing rate 4 to 100 BPM
I:E Ratio 1:05 to 1:6
PEEP 5 to 20 cm H2O
Support pressure 3 to 20 cm H2O PEEP referenced.
Minute volume 1 to 20 litres per minute
Pressure limit 20 to 70 cm H2O
Inspiratory pause 0 to 50% of inspired time
Trigger setting 0.7 to 6 LPM flow
Sigh 1.5 x Vt at 1 – 5 times per 200 breaths (Vol vent only)
Inspiratory time 0.6 – 15 secs
CAPA 4 to 20 cmH2O

72
Ventilation Accuracy
Delivered volume ±10% or 10ml whichever is greater
Monitored volume ±10% or 10ml whichever is greater
Delivered pressure ±10% or 2cmH2O whichever is greater
Monitored pressure ±10% or 2cmH2O whichever is greater
PEEP ± 2cmH2O

Alarms

Automatic Alarms
Vent inoperative Low supply gas pressure.
High airway pressure. Negative airway pressure.
Patient disconnect. High cont. Positive Airway pressure.
High oxygen. Low oxygen.
High airway flow High tidal volume.
Low tidal volume. High minute volume.
Low minute volume. Apnoea.
Power about to fail. O2 sensor disconnected.
Low airway pressure. High drive pressure.
Battery missing Very low battery.
O2 sensor exhausted. Drive valve leaking.

User Set Alarms High airway pressure

Low oxygen concentration
High oxygen concentration

Alarm mute 120 seconds

Alarm accuracies
Volume measurement better than +/- 20%
Pressure measurement better than +/- 2 cm H2O
Default patient settings 6 Standard default settings for 3, 10, 25, 50, 70, and 100 Kg patient weights
6 User defined default settings saved by name
Oxygen Monitor
Oxygen sensor Fuel cell type - MOX 3
Oxygen fuel cell usable life Approximately 18 month’s general use. Note: life is dependent on the
number of oxygen % hours seen by the cell.
Oxygen fuel cell stabilisation Approximately 15 minutes
Oxygen fuel cell response Air to 100% oxygen T90 less than 15 seconds
time
Oxygen Monitor Accuracy Oxygen reading better than +/- 2%
Oxygen cell interference Interference Gases and Vapours (in 30% Oxygen, 70% Nitrous Oxide)
Interference at 5% concentrations
Carbon Dioxide, Halothane, Enflurane, Isoflurane, Sevoflurane: less than 1%
Nitrous Oxide at 80% in oxygen, less than 1%
Humidity: unaffected.
Temperature: unaffected.
Pressure: Directly proportional to barometric pressure change.
Oxygen fuel cell calibration Weekly calibration required with daily check
interval

73
Degree of protection against
electric shock Type B
Classification with internal
electric power source Class 1

Classification according to
the degree of protection IPX0
against ingress of dust and
water.
On/off switch

Environmental Conditions
Temperature: Operating 15 – 35°C
Storage -5 – 50°C
Humidity Operating 0 – 95% non condensing.
Storage 10 – 95% non condensing.
Air pressure Operating 80 – 110 kPa
Storage and transport 11.5 – 110 kPa
MRI compatibility. The standard Cygnus ventilator is not approved for use in an MRI
environment.

Disposal
Disposal of used batteries. Do not dispose in landfill; refer to an approved recycling facility. Follow your
hospital, local state and federal regulations
Disposal at the end of useful Do not dispose of this anaesthesia system or components in landfill. Follow
life. your hospital, local state and federal regulations
Disposal of device packaging. The device packing may be returned to OES Medical at customers expense for
disposal or re-use
Disposal of used breathing Follow advice above.
circuit components
EC Territories. Follow the requirements of Directive 2002/96/EC. Alternatively the device
may be returned to OES Medical at, customer’s expense, for disposal.

74
3.6 Pre-use checks

Prior to use the anaesthetic ventilator must be inspected and checked as part of the anaesthesia system to
ensure correct and safe function.

Pre-use check list

(1) Check the ventilator for labelling to indicate if the machine has any faults or has just been serviced.
(2) Check for visible signs of damage.
(3) Check gas supply connection is correctly secured and in good condition.
(4) Check the correct connection of the patient circuit and any auxiliary equipment such as oxygen analyser,
patient monitoring equipment, carbon dioxide absorber, gas scavenge etc.
(5) Perform a system overall leak check.

Service fault

Check the ventilator for labelling which will indicate if the device is unserviceable or has just been serviced.

Warning – additional care must be taken during the pre-use check after any equipment has been serviced.

Warning – do not use any equipment that has a fault until it has been fully repaired by a suitably qualified
service engineer.

Ventilator damage

Check the ventilator for signs of damage. Checks should include looking for blocked gas pathways, or other
cause of potential gas flow restrictions or damage to any leads or mains wiring.

Patient circuit and auxiliary equipment

a) Ensure that equipment such as ventilators, monitors, circle absorbers and other auxiliary equipment is
securely attached the anaesthetic machine.
b) Ensure that all cabling and sample lines are correctly attached – refer to individual manufacturer’s
user manuals.
c) Connect patient circuit to the anaesthesia machine common gas outlet.
This will include connections for the following equipment: -
a. Ventilator and bellows unit.
b. Carbon dioxide absorber.
c. Theatre scavenging system.
d. Sample lines.

Patient circuit leak check

With the patient circuit connected to the anaesthesia machine and ancillary equipment a low-pressure patient
circuit check leak check can be performed.

(7) Fully close the adjustable pressure relief valve on the absorber.
(8) Ensure that the absorber is in bag mode.
(9) Block the breathing circuit patient connection with your thumb.
(10) Fill the reservoir bag with the oxygen flush.
(11) Turn on the flowmeter with minimum flow rate.
(12) The circuit pressure must exceed 50 cm H20 at 150 – 200 cc flow rate.

75
Warning – check the circuit for free flow after the pressure test by increasing the oxygen flow to 6 litres per
minute and ensuring that gas flows freely from the patient connection.
Open the adjustable pressure relief valve fully and block the patient connection and ensure that the circuit
pressure is not greater than
5 cm H20.

AAGBI Check List

The attached (SEE Appendix 2) Checklist for Anaesthetic Equipment 2012 has been published by the AAGBI as a
basic check list for pre use checking of anaesthesia systems of which the Cygnus may form part of. It is reproduced
here for information only and is copyright of the AAGBI

76
Alarm Messages and Settings

HIGH PRIORITY GROUP Audio signal repeating every 1 Second, Message displayed in RED
Priority Message Text Set Condition
1 VENT INOP Software detects a non-recoverable system error
2 LOW SUPPLY GAS Regulated supply gas outside the range 2.0 to 5.0 Bar.
3 HIGH AIRWAY PRESSURE End Case: airway pressure > 80 cmH2O (80hPa)
PCV: airway pressure > (target + 2 cmH2O(2hPa))
PSV- plus: airway pressure > (support + 2 cmH2O (2hPa))
Other modes: airway pressure > set limit
4 NEGATIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE Spont: Average airway pressure < -10 cmH2O (-10hPa)for 1
seconds
Other modes: Average airway pressure < -5 cmH2O(-5hPa) for 1
seconds
5 PATIENT DISCONNECT Breathing system fails to detect flow and pressure in BS
6 HIGH CON. POS. AIRWAY P. Average airway pressure > 25 cmH2O (25hPa) for 5 seconds
7 HIGH OXYGEN Measured oxygen above upper set limit.
8 LOW OXYGEN Measured oxygen below lower set limit.
9 HIGH AIRWAY FLOW Cumulative tidal volume exceeds set volume by more than 50%
at any point during inhalation.
10 HIGH TIDAL VOLUE Tidal volume has exceeded set tidal volume by more than
50%.This alarm is ignored in the first cycle.
11 LOW TIDAL VOLUME Tidal volume has undershot set tidal volume by more than 50%.
This alarm is ignored in the first cycle.
12 HIGH MINUTE VOLUME Minute volume has exceeded set minute volume by more than
50%.
This alarm is ignored in the first cycle.
13 LOW MINUTE VOLUME Minute volume has undershot set minute volume by more than
50%.
This alarm is ignored in the first cycle.
14 APNOEA No inhalation detected in the period set by the user.
15 POWER ABOUT TO FAIL Ventilator running on battery power and voltage dropped below
10.7
16 O2 SENSOR DISCONNECTED O2 sensor removed.
17 LOW AIRWAY PRESSURE Airway pressure fails to reach expected pressure at the end of
inhalation. Switchable on/off via “Modes > Alarm Setting”
18 HIGH DRIVE PRESSURE PCV, PSV-plus: average drive pressure > 60 cmH2O (60hPa)
Other modes: average drive pressure > set limit + 2 cmH2O
(2hPa)
MEDIUM PRIORITY GROUP Audio signal repeating every 8 Seconds, Message displayed in YELLOW
BATTERY MISSING No battery detected
VERY LOW BATTERY Ventilator running on battery power and voltage dropped below
11.0
O2 SENSOR EXHAUSTED O2 Sensor output has dropped sufficiently to prevent calibration
being performed.
DRIVE VALVE LEAKING Flow detected in drive gas circuit during standby
LOW PRIORITY GROUP Audio signal single bleep on detection, Message displayed in YELLOW
AC POWER LOSS - RUNNING ON No power from medical PSU.
BATTERY
LOW BATTERY During battery discharge: voltage drops below 11.5V

77
3.6 User maintenance

Daily Ventilator cleaning and sterilization

See also section 8 for approved cleaning wipes.

The external surfaces of the ventilator can be wiped with a damp cloth followed by drying off prior to clinical
use.

Note – mild antiseptic solutions may be used to clean the anaesthetic machine but must be wiped thoroughly
with a damp cloth prior to drying.

Warning – care must be taken to prevent water entering the machine during cleaning.

For cleaning of ancillary items such as absorbers, ventilator bellows and patient circuits refer to the
manufacturer’s user instructions.

Daily and Weekly

(6) Overall machine leak test.

(7) Cleaning of the anaesthetic system surfaces.
(8) Function test.

(a) Daily and pre use check by user. As a minimum requirement the ventilator and the associated anaesthesia
system must be checked in compliance with the relevant professional bodies (e.g. Association of Anaesthetists
of Great Britain and Ireland) or hospital authority recommendations.
See section 11 “Pre Use” Check section as a guide.

(b) Weekly calibration of Oxygen sensor and patient flow sensor. Back up battery confirm fully charged.

6 monthly inspection

The 6 monthly inspections are a formal repeat of the weekly function test and including an additional
inspection of the ventilator bellows and to be carried out by the hospital trained service technician and the
checks formally recorded.

5 Year Service

This will consist of the 6 monthly inspection and replacement of the following components as a precaution to
prevent potential device failure.

Component Part number

Battery 1419-213
Gas supply inlet filter 1350-030
O ring 1215-023 x 3
O ring 1215-027 x 1
O ring 1215-005 x1
O ring 1215-019 x 1
Regulator 1510-023
Bellows - if required 9070-003
Drive gas hose - if required 9060-010

78
Service requirements are detailed in the service documentation that is available only to factory-trained
personnel who are currently employed by agents of OES Medical.

If the ventilator is to be placed into storage for a lengthy period of time disconnect and remove the backup
battery. Battery storage time without recharge is dependent on environmental conditions.

Ordering information

Refer to your agent for anaesthesia equipment ordering information.

Electromagnetic Declaration
The Cygnus ventilator meets the requirements of EN60601-1-2 (Electromagnetic compatibility - requirements
and tests). See Appendix 1

79
80
 Section 4

Patient Airway Gas Monitor

Astra 3i user manual

81
82
Section 4 Patient Airway Gas Monitor

4.1 Patient Airway Gas monitor Description

The Cygnus ventilator display screen layout is reconfigured when the Patient Airway Gas Monitor is
included with the Astra 3i. All ventilator parameters and controls remain as for the Cygnus ventilator.

The Patient Airway Gas Monitor The Patient Airway Gas Monitor alarm
numerical values are added in this area limits area changed with this button

The Patient Airway Gas Monitor has a third

waveform for CO2 added in this area

83
Patient Airway Gas monitor Description

General
The Patient Airway Gas Monitor is designed to comply with the following standards:-

BS EN ISO 80601-2-55
BS EN 60601-1
BS EN ISO 60601-1-2
BS EN 60601-1-6
IEC 60601-1-8
IEC60601-1-9
IEC 62304

All gas volume, flow and leakage specifications are expressed as STPD (Standard Temperature and pressure,
Dry) where temperature is 20°C and pressure 101.3kPa

Gas Monitor Function

The Gas Monitor is a side stream measurement device, using Infrared measurement for CO2, N2O, and
automatic agent identification of Halothane, Isoflurane, Enflurane, Sevoflurane and Desflurane. The Gas
monitor is available with or without Paramagnetic Oxygen measurement.

A water trap is provided, consisting of two hydrophobic membranes serving to contain condensed water in
order to protect the measurement module of the gas measurement. To further enhance the safety of the gas
measurement, two self-sealing filter elements that close and turn blue upon contact with water are positioned
in the gas stream.

Alarm limits for all measurements can be set. In the event of a Gas monitor measured parameter being outside
a pre-set limit the ventilator will annunciate that anomalous condition and display the erroneous function in
the Alarm area of the ventilator display.

The Gas Monitor is integrated into the Cygnus ventilator and will monitor during all modes of operation of the
ventilator.

Provision is provided to return the sample gas to the scavenging system.

84
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS

WARNING – Any use of the medical device requires full understanding and strict observation of all parts of
these instructions for use. The medical device may only be used for the purpose indicated under “Intended
use”. Strictly observe all WARNINGS and CAUTION statements throughout these instructions for use and
all statements on the medical device labels. Non-compliance with these WARNING and CAUTION
statements constitutes a use of the medical device which is not in accordance with its intended use.

CAUTION – Risk of injury due to gas measurement failure and device failure. After an extended period of
use, the eater trap membrane can become permeable, and water and bacteria can enter the measuring
system. Contamination negatively affects the gas measurement and may lead to gas measurement failure.
The water trap must be replaced after a service life of 4 weeks at the latest.

CAUTION – Risk of injury due to gas measurement failure and device failure. Alcohol or cleaning agents /
disinfectants that enter the water trap may damage the membrane and the measuring system.
Do not use these substances. Do not wash, rinse or sterilize the water trap.

CAUTION – Risk of injury due to distorted measurement results. Aerosols may damage the membrane and
the measuring system. Avoid the use of aerosols in the breathing system.
Do not use the water trap in conjunction with medication nebulizer.

CAUTION – Risk of injury due to distorted measurement results. Silicone may enter the measuring device
and distort the gas measurement.
Do not spray the O rings of the water trap with silicone spray.

CAUTION – Risk of injury due to contamination. Particles from the ambient air may enter the device.
Do not use the device without the water trap.

85
4.2 Operating the Gas Monitor
Normal Run Screen

This is the ventilator screen in it run mode with the

gas monitoring information shown to the right of the
screen and the additional et CO2 waveform.

The gas monitor automatically starts when the start

case button is pressed.

Adjusting Alarm Limits

Pressing the Edit Gas Limits button or pressing the

parameter that needs to be change the dialogue box
opens and allows changes to be made to alarm limits
and units of measure.

Press the item to change the box will turn to white,

use the key pad to key in the new value.

If any MIN value is set to zero the value returned in

the parameter box will be OFF

If the units need to be changed pressing the button

will toggle through the available options.

When complete press the EXIT button to return to

the main screen

Alarm messages

Similar to all other alarm messages for the ventilator

the gas monitor alarm messages will be displayed in
the message box below the waveforms and the
appropriate parameter will turn red.

86
Gas Monitor Maintenance

If the alarm message WATER TRAP PROBLEM is

displayed check:-
The water trap is fitted correctly
The water trap is not full of water
The water stop filters have not been activated
(turned Blue)
See maintenance section

Replace the water trap

If the alarm message GAS SAMPLE LINE OCCLUSION is

displayed check:-

The sample line does not have water in it

The sample line is not folded/kinked
The sample line is not trapped

Gas Monitor Calibration

The alarm message GAS MONITOR CALIBRATION

NEEDED will be displayed when the zeros need to be
calibrated. This message will only be displayed during
standby mode.

The method of calibration is slightly different

depending on if the system has the paramagnetic
oxygen measurement or the fuel cell measurement
system

87
With Paramagnetic Oxygen measurement calibration

Press the Cal/Screen/Clock button in the second

modes area.

Choose to calibrate on O2 at 21% (AIR) or on O2 at

100%. A second screen will open with further
instructions for pre test conditions. Follow these
instructions then press YES.

Calibration will take approximately 1 min.

NOTE: If calibrating at 21% with the sample

line removed from the water trap it is
essential that no contamination such as spilt
anaesthetic agent is present as the
calibration will be incorrect.

88
With Fuel Cell Oxygen measurement

Using the Cal. Gas Monitor (air) button a second

screen will appear for the pre test requirements.
Follow these instructions then press YES

Calibration will take approximately 1 min.

NOTE: If calibrating at 21% with the sample

line removed from the water trap it is
essential that no contamination such as spilt
anaesthetic agent is present as the
calibration will be incorrect.

89
4.3 Gas Monitor Connections

Water trap and sample line connection

Connecting the water trap

1 Remove the new water trap from the packaging.
2 Write the current date on the front of the water trap

3 Holding the water trap by the fluted grips, insert it into the holder until it clicks audibly into place.
4 Connect the sample line to the Luer Lock connector of the water trap.
5 Connect the other end of the sample line to the patient filter.

Patient flow sensor and Sample line connections

90
4.4 Technical Specification

Gas Measurement
Method Sidestream gas measurement, Infrared measurement:CO 2, N2O, anaesthetic agents,
Paramagnetic measurement O2
Barometric pressure Automated compensation
compensation
Gas Sample rate 200mL/min ±20ml/min
Drift compensation (zeroing) Automated cyclical zeroing. Once per day (in error-free operation)
Zeroing duration < 20 sec.
Cross sensitivity None concerning alcohol (<3000 ppm blood conc.) acetone (<1000 ppm), methane,
water vapour, NO, and CO
O2
Range 0 to 100 Vol%
Accuracy ± (2.5 Vol% + 2.5 % rel.)
Rise Time (t10....90) < 500 ms
Time to specified accuracy < 450 sec.
CO2
Range 0 to 13.6 Vol%
Accuracy ± (0.43 Vol% + 8 % rel.)
Rise Time (t10....90) < 350 ms
Time to specified accuracy <450 sec.
Time to availability < 60 sec.
N2O
Range 0 to 100 Vol%
Accuracy ± (2 Vol% + 8% Rel.)
Rise Time (t10....90) <350 ms
Time to specified accuracy <450 sec.
Anaesthetic gases
Range
Halothane 0 to 8.5 Vol%
Isoflurane 0 to 8.5 Vol%
Enflurane 0 to 10 Vol%
Sevoflurane 0 to 10 Vol%
Desflurane 0 to 20 Vol%
Accuracy ± (0.2 Vol% + 15% Rel.)
Rise Time (t10....90) <450 ms
Time to specified accuracy <450 sec.
Automatic detection
Primary gas At the latest at 0.3 Vol%
Secondary gas At the latest at 0.4 Vol% With Desflurane concentration greater than 4 Vol%
mixture detection occurs at the latest when the concentration of the second
anaesthetic gas rises above 10 % of the Desflurane concentration
Respiratory rate
Range 0 to 100 / min
Accuracy 0 to 60 /min ± 1/min, >60 /min not specified
Resolution 1 /min
Ambient conditions
During Operation
Temperature 10 to 50° C (50 to 122° F)
Atmospheric pressure 620 to 1100 hPa (9.0 to 15.9 psi)
Relative humidity 5 to 95% without condensation
During storage and shipment
Temperature -20 to + 75°C (-4 to 158°F)
Atmospheric pressure 620 to 1100 hPa (9.0 to 15.9 psi)
Relative humidity 5 to 95% without condensation

91
4.5 Alarm Messages and settings

High Priority group Audio signal repeating every 1 Second, Message displayed in RED
Message text Set condition
Low Agent Measured Agent below lower set limit
High Agent Measured Agent above upper set limit
Low expired CO2 Measured CO2 below lower set limit
Low inspired CO2 Measured CO2 above upper set limit
Gas Sample Line Occlusion Sample gas not flowing to monitor
Water trap Problem Water trap full or not fitted correctly
Gas Monitor Inoperative Software detects a non-recoverable system error
Medium Priority Group Audio signal repeating every 8 Seconds, Message displayed in YELLOW
Gas Monitor Calibration Zeroing of monitor needed
Needed

4.6 User maintenance

Replacing the water trap

The gas monitor is integrated into the Cygnus ventilator therefore the only additional user maintenance is to
check and replace the water trap:-
When the maximum service life of 4 weeks is reached
If there is an error message on the Cygnus ventilator screen
If emptying does not rectify the error message
If it is severely soiled
If the swelling seals in the connection turn blue

Emptying the water trap

1 Remove the sample line from the water trap.

2 Press the fluted grips of the water trap and pull outwards

3 Insert an empty syringe without canula, at least 20mL, into the blue connector.
4 Extract water, remove syringe and dispose of full syringe as infectious hospital waste.
5 Push the water trap into the holder again until it audibly clicks into place and connect the sample line

The gas monitor will notify when the zeros need to be calibrated

Disposal

Water traps which have been taken out of service should be disposed of as infectious hospital waste. Observe
local waste disposal regulations.

Service parts

Component Part number

Water Trap x 12 1300-145
Sample Line 1300-147
92
93
94
 Section 5

Hydra Absorber

Astra 3i user manual

95
96
Section 5 Hydra Circle Absorber

5.1 General Description

Hydra Circle Absorber Front Illustration

3 2

4 8
11

10

6 12

(1) Bag connection.

(2) Manometer.
(3) Bag / vent switch.
(4) Inspiratory non-return valve cover.
(5) Inspiratory patient connection.
(6) Canister clamp.
(7) Expiratory patient connection.
(8) Expiratory non-return valve cover.
(9) Absorber on/off switch.
(10) Pole mount block.
(11) Adjustable pressure relief valve control knob.
(12) Manual drain valve.

97
Hydra Circle Absorber Rear Illustration

6
2

4 5

(1) Exhaust gas scavenging connection.

(2) Manual drain valve.
(3) Canister clamp.
(4) Fresh gas inlet connection.
(5) Ventilator connection.
(6) Canister.

98
Front 1) Bag connector Assembly
The bag connection is designed to swivel allowing the anaesthetist to use it in a position which is most
convenient, the connection for the reservoir bag is 22 mm male taper with a 15 mm female.
The complete assembly can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing the knurled nut anti clockwise.

Note – the bag connection is isolated from the circuit in ventilator mode.

Note – do not carry the absorber by the bag connection arm.

Front 2) Manometer
The manometer is mounted on the top of the manifold and incorporates a quick release connector for ease of
removal.

Note - The manometer is not suitable for autoclaving.

Warning - the use of this absorber without the manometer is not recommended.

Front 3) Bag / ventilator Switch

The Bag / vent selector knob is mounted on the left hand side of the absorber. To change from one mode to
the other the knob is rotated through 120 degrees.
The bag / vent engraving on the top of the absorber indicates the direction that the knob needs to be turned
to change mode.

Note - When the knob is rotated into ventilator mode it is held in position by a detent, failure to turn the knob
fully into the detent will allow the knob to turn back into bag mode as it is spring biased.

Front 4 & 8) Inspiratory and expiratory non-return valves

A pair of non-return valves are mounted under domed covers on the top of the manifold block in line with the
patient connectors.
These valves control the direction of gas flow through the absorber to the patient.
The lifting of the discs indicate the flow of gas in and out of the patient during normal use.

Front 9) Absorber on / off Switch

The absorber on / off selector knob is mounted on the right hand side of the absorber. To change from one
mode to the other the knob is rotated through 120 degrees.
The on / off engraving on the top of the absorber indicates the direction that the knob needs to be turned to
change mode.

The function of the on / off selector knob is to allow the soda lime in the canister to be bypassed allowing the
carbon dioxide in the circuit to build up.
When the absorber is in this mode the canister can be removed and refilled without losing circuit pressure.

Note - When the knob is rotated into absorber off mode it is held in position by a detent, failure to turn the
knob fully into the detent will allow the knob to turn back into absorber on mode as it is spring biased.

Warning – when in absorber off mode the level of carbon dioxide in the circuit will build up quickly.
Carbon dioxide monitoring is essential for patient safety during the use of this and any circle system.

99
Front 5&7) Patient connections
A pair of 22 mm male / 15 mm female connectors are mounted on the front of the manifold block for
connection of the patient circuit.

Canister
The canister is mounted on the bottom of the absorber. It has an integral central plate which directs the flow
of gas from the patient to the bottom of the canister where it flows back up through the soda lime. Sufficient
gap has been left at the bottom of the canister for collection of the condensation.

Warning – when the canister contains liquid in the bottom care must be taken not to spill the liquid as it is
caustic due to the soda lime.

Note – dispose of the spent soda lime and liquid as recommended by the absorbent manufacturer or as
dictated by local regulations.

Front 6) Canister connection

The canister is attached by two clamps on the front and rear of the manifold. It seals on two silicone seals
mounted in the underside of the absorber.

Front 11) Adjustable pressure limiter (A.P.L.) valve

The adjustable pressure limiter is mounted on the top rear right hand side of the absorber and gives 270
degrees of rotation between fully open and closed.
The maximum pressure of 60 cm H20 is achieved by rotating the knob clockwise. There is a linear increase in
pressure with clockwise rotation of the control knob.

Warning - that the adjustable pressure limiter is isolated from the circuit when the absorber is in ventilator
mode.

Front 10) Pole mounting block

The absorber is attached to the anaesthetic machine by the pole mount block attached to the rear right hand
side of the manifold.

Rear 5) Ventilator inlet connection

The ventilator connection is on the rear left of the manifold. The taper is a 22 mm male with 15 mm female.

Rear 4) Fresh gas supply connection

The Fresh gas supply connection is on the rear of the manifold.

Rear 1) Scavenging connection

The exhaust gas connection is a 30 mm male taper which is connected to the scavenging system to remove the
waste gases from the absorber when in bag mode.

Note – this connection is only used when in bag mode as during ventilation it is isolated.

Warning - Ensure that the exhaust connection on both the absorber and the anaesthesia ventilator bellows are
connected to prevent contamination of the theatre.

100
Fresh Gas hose assembly
The fresh gas hose assembly consists of a special connector with a knurled nut to attach to the fresh gas inlet
on the absorber, a 1 metre length of antistatic rubber hose and a 22 mm female connection with an o seal to
prevent leakage past the taper is attached at the other end, this connects to the CGO.

Warning – the hose used on this assembly must be routed to prevent kinking as loss of fresh gas flow will
interfere with patient safety.

101
5.2 Hydra Absorber Function

General
The Hydra circle absorber is designed to comply with the following standards:-

BS EN ISO 80601-2-13
BS EN 60601-1
BS EN ISO 60601-1-2
BS EN 60601-1-6
BS EN ISO 5356-1

All gas volume. Flow and leakage specifications are expressed as STPD (Standard Temperature and pressure,
Dry) where temperature is 20°C and pressure 101.3kPa

Hydra Absorber Purpose

The Hydra absorber has been designed for use in a closed circuit breathing system for the removal of carbon
dioxide during anaesthesia.

Fresh gas flows from the anaesthetic machine can be reduced as the exhaled carbon dioxide is removed from
the patient circuit by the soda lime allowing the patient to breathe recycled gas containing a proportion of
fresh gas.

The purpose of an absorber is to reduce fresh gas flows allowing lower usage of gases from the anaesthetic
machine and anaesthetic agent from the vaporizer.

The system incorporates a Bag / Ventilator switch to enable either:-

Spontaneous breathing or manually assisted ventilation in “BAG” mode or,
Use with an anaesthesia ventilator when in “VENT” mode.

The Hydra absorber system is compatible with the anaesthetic gases O2, CO2, N2O and Air, and with the
anaesthetic agents Halothane, Isoflurane, Enflurane, Sevoflurane and Desflurane.

102
5.3 Hydra Absorber schematics

MANOMETER MANOMETER

APL VALVE APL VALVE

BAG BAG
FRESH GAS CONNECTION CONNECTION
EXH FRESH GAS EXH

BAG MODE BAG MODE

TO FROM TO FROM
PATIENT ABSORBER ON PATIENT PATIENT ABSORBER OFF PATIENT

PATIENT PATIENT
CIRCUIT CIRCUIT

SAMPLE POSITION SAMPLE POSITION

'Y' PIECE 'Y' PIECE

PATIENT PATIENT

MANOMETER MANOMETER

FRESH GAS FRESH GAS

VENT VENT

VENT MODE VENT MODE

TO FROM TO FROM
PATIENT ABSORBER ON PATIENT PATIENT ABSORBER OFF PATIENT

PATIENT PATIENT
CIRCUIT CIRCUIT

SAMPLE POSITION
SAMPLE POSITION
'Y' PIECE 'Y' PIECE

PATIENT PATIENT

103
5.4 Specification

Overall Dimensions
Height 345 mm
Width 303 mm
Depth 270 mm
Average weight 9.1 kg

Mounting system
25.4 mm (1 inch) diameter hole with clamp screw.

Absorber leak rate

With the patient circuit attached to the absorber, the adjustable pressure relief set to maximum and the
patient connection blocked the leak rate must be less than 150ml/min fresh gas flow at 30hPa (30 cmH2O)

Note – the absorber leak rate applies in bag, vent, absorber on / off mode and with the canister removed
when in absorber off mode.

Canister capacity and resistance

The capacity of the canister is 1.4 kg (1600 ml) of soda lime when filled to the maximum line.

The resistance of the soda lime when freshly filled to the maximum line is 1hPa (1 cmH2O) at 60 litres per
minute.

Note – these values may vary with absorbent from different manufacturers.

Inspiratory resistance
Bag mode and absorber on 3hPa (3 cmH2O)
Bag mode and absorber off 2hPa (2 cmH2O)
Vent mode and absorber on 3hPa (3 cmH2O)
Vent mode and absorber off 2hPa (2 cmH2O)

Condition – With the patient circuit and filter attached to the absorber and gas flow at 60 litres per minute
oxygen

Expiratory resistance
Bag mode and absorber on 3hPa (3 cmH2O)
Bag mode and absorber off 2hPa (2 cmH2O)
Vent mode and absorber on 3hPa (3 cmH2O)
Vent mode and absorber off 2hPa (2 cmH2O)

Condition – With the patient circuit and filter attached to the absorber and expired gas flow at 60 litres per
minute oxygen

Absorber Internal Compliance

Bag mode and absorber on 43 ml
Bag mode and absorber off 26 ml
Vent mode and absorber on 41 ml
Vent mode and absorber off 24 ml

Condition - With the breathing circuit attached complete with filters and the canister filled with absorbent the
volume of gas required to raise the pressure in the circuit to 30hPa (30 cmH2O)
104
Manometer

Manometer
Manometer scale -10 to +100 cmH2O
Manometer accuracy ±5%

Environmental conditions

Condition
Temperature Operation 15ºC to 35ºC
Storage -5º to 50ºC
Humidity Operation 0 to 95% non-condensing
Storage 10 to 95% non-condensing
Air pressure Operation 80 to 110 kPa
Storage 11.5 to 110 kPa

Device classification and labelling

Protection against ingress of water and dust, IPX0, not protected.

Labelling

This symbol denotes refer to manual.

The Hydra absorber has been reviewed for compliance to the MDD requirements of 2007/47/EC and
deemed to be compliant.

The absorber carries the CE mark.

Warning - This anaesthesia carbon dioxide circle absorber system is NOT suitable for use with flammable
anaesthetic agents.

Warning – If not already equipped with halogenated anaesthetic agent monitoring equipment the anaesthetic
workstation must be equipped with Monitoring equipment complying with ISO 80601-2-55 before the system is
put into service.

105
Breathing system hose illustration

SAMPLE GAS
RETURN TO
AGSS

BELLOWS
UNIT DRIVE
CONNECTION

SCAVENGE

PATIENT
CONNECTION

SPIROMETER
SAMPLE LINES

EXHAUST
PORT

FRESH GAS FROM

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE C.G.O

ANAESTHETIC
GAS SCAVENGING
TRANSFER AND
RECEIVING SYSTEM
(AGSS)

ANAESTHETIC
MACHINE
REAR PANEL

FUEL CELL

2 LITRE BAG
DISTAL TO
PATIENT
'Y' PIECE
(CLEAR)
GAS MONITORING
CONNECTION

FLOW SENSOR

FILTER PROXIMAL TO
PATIENT
(BLUE)

PATIENT

106
Installation instructions

Attaching the absorber and ventilator brackets to the Astra 3i

Unpack and attach the absorber arm to the lower of the tee slot plate using the 4 off M6 screws. Set the top
edge of the absorber arm to 84 cm above the ground. Tighten screws securely. - See drawing below.

84cm
TO FLOOR
M6 x 16
SOCKET
HEAD SCREW

Unpack the absorber and attach the bag arm to the top of the absorber.

Mount the absorber on to the bracket

Connect the fresh gas inlet to the common gas outlet of the anaesthetic machine.
Connect the reservoir bag to its 22 mm taper.
Attach the ventilator hose from the bellows to the 22 mm taper.
Connect the anaesthetic gas scavenging system to the 30 mm male taper.
Ensure that the bellows drive hose is connected between the bellows and the ventilator.
Attach the breathing circuit to the absorber, connect the patient flow sensor (Blue end Proximal to patient)
and then the filter.
Connect the patient airway gas monitor sample line to either the port on the filter (recommended) or the port
on the “Y” piece of the breathing circuit.

Filling the absorber.

Remove the canister from the absorber by undoing the toggle clamps.
Fill the absorber canister with absorbent to the maximum fill line and ensure that the absorbent is level.
Place the canister under the absorber and do up the toggle clamps.

Warning – do not fill above the maximum line.

Warning – insufficient filling with absorbent can lead to high levels of carbon dioxide.

Warning – due to the caustic nature of absorbent it is recommended that gloves be warn when changing or
filling.

Warning –Condensation, which may collect in the bottom of the absorber canister, is caustic and care must be
taken not to spill it on the skin when draining.

107
Changing the absorbent.
Remove the canister from the absorber.
Tip out the spent absorbent – note that the bottom of the canister contains water from the condensation
which will be caustic.
Wash and dry the container if necessary.
Refill and replace the canister.

Note – to prevent a leak ensure that the shoulder of the canister is clean and also the seals on the underside of
the absorber.

Warning – a leak check must be carried our each time the canister is removed

Hazard Notices

SODA LIME
Soda Lime is caustic. Observe the manufacturer’s instructions for correct handling and storage. When
handling, always wear suitable eye, face and hand protection as crushed soda lime can degrade to a fi ne dust
which may be harmful by inhalation. To minimize the levels of soda lime dust, ensure that the soda lime is not
crushed and that regular cleaning of the absorbers and breathing circuits is carried out. To prevent injury to
the patient, always protect the patient’s face with a face mask.

CAUSTIC CONDENSATE
The condensate in the bottom of the canister is caustic. Always wear suitable eye, face and hand protection
when handling the outer canister. Drain the outer canister periodically. Rinse accidental splashes immediately
with water.

5.5 Pre-use checks

Prior to use the anaesthetic machine must be inspected and checked to ensure correct and safe function.
An incorrectly functioning anaesthetic machine must be removed from service and labelled "NOT FOR
CLINICAL USE UNTIL REPAIRED" and must be properly repaired by a trained service engineer.

Pre-use check list

Check the absorber for labelling to indicate if the equipment has any faults or has just been serviced.
Check for visible signs of damage.
Check hoses for correct connection.
Replace absorbent if necessary.
Leak check the absorber, complete with the whole breathing system and associated equipment.
Check the bag / vent switch.
Check the absorber on / off switch.
Check the pressure relief valve.
Check the non return valves for function.
Repeat the overall leak check.

108
Service fault

Check the machine for labelling which will indicate if the machine is unserviceable or has just been serviced.

Warning – additional care must be taken during the pre-use check after any equipment has been serviced.

Warning – do not use any equipment that has a fault until it has been fully repaired by a suitably qualified
service engineer.

Absorber damage
Check the absorber for signs of damage.
Checks should include looking for: -
Cracked canister.
Cracked non return valve covers.
Dented or loose tapers.
Damaged manometer.
Jammed Bag / vent knob.
Jammed Absorber on / off knob.
Jammed Adjustable pressure relief.
Jammed Valve.
Loose pole mount bracket.

Patient circuit
Replace the basic patient circuit if it has been on the absorber for one week. Note this includes the patient
inspiratory and expiratory limbs, the ventilator to absorber limb and the reservoir bag.
Replace the two filters with each new patient. Ensure that the heat and moister exchange filter is placed at the
patient y piece and the hydro guard filter at the patient expiratory port.
Ensure that all connection are tight and the hoses connected correctly. Care must be taken to ensure that
there are no occlusions in any hoses.

Absorbent
Replace the absorbent if it is exhausted.

Warning – care must be taken to ensure that the colour change of the make and type of soda lime being used
is known to ensure that you will be familiar with the colour change that will take place as the soda lime
becomes exhausted.

Leak check

Overall leak check – absorber on and in bag mode.

Ensure that the complete patient circuit is attached including the reservoir bag and the ventilator drive hose.
Select bag mode.
Select absorber on mode.
Block the patient connection port.
Fully close the adjustable pressure relief valve.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by turning on the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn off the flowmeter and check that the pressure does not drop to zero in less than one minute.

109
Overall leak check – absorber on and in vent mode.
Select vent mode.
Select absorber off mode.
Remove the canister.
Block the patient connection port.
Block the ventilator connection with thumb.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by turning on the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn off the flowmeter and check that the pressure does not drop to zero in less than one minute.

Warning – care must be taken to ensure that the absorber is not over pressurized while being leak tested in
vent mode when the ventilator patient hose is blocked.

Overall leak check – absorber off and in vent mode.

Select vent mode.
Select absorber off mode.
Remove the canister.
Block the patient connection port.
Block the ventilator connection with thumb.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by turning on the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn off the flowmeter and check that the pressure does not drop to zero in less than one minute.

Warning – care must be taken to ensure that the absorber is not over pressurized while being leak tested in
vent mode when the ventilator patient hose is blocked.

110
Function tests

Bag / vent knob function test

Select bag mode.

Block the patient connection.
Remove the ventilator connection hose.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by turning on the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn off flowmeter.
Turn the absorber to vent mode. Ensure that the circuit pressure is released through the ventilator connection
and the reservoir bag remains inflated.
Reconnect the ventilator hose. Disconnect the bag.
Select vent mode.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by using the anaesthetic machine flowmeter and ensure that the
bellows rise.
Turn off the flowmeter.
The bellows must remain inflated
Select bag mode and ensure that the circuit pressure is released through the bag connection.

Absorber on / off knob function test

Select absorber on mode.

Select bag mode.
Block the patient connection.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by using the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn the flowmeter off.
Un-clamp the canister. This should result in loss of system pressure.
Leave the canister off.
Select absorber off mode.
Pressurise the system to 30 cm H2O by using the anaesthetic machine flowmeter.
Turn the flowmeter off.
System pressure must be maintained.

Adjustable pressure relief Valve

Select bag mode.

Open the adjustable pressure relief valve fully.
Block the patient connection.
Press the oxygen flush.
The maximum pressure must be less than 5 cm H2O.
Fully close the adjustable pressure relief valve.
Block the bag connection.
Turn on the flowmeter to 200 cc minimum flow.
The circuit pressure should raise to 30 cm H2O minimum pressure.

Inspiratory and Expiratory Non Return Valves (NRV)

Attach the patient end of the breathing system to a bag.

Select bag mode.
Set fresh gas flow to 5lpm.
Squeeze the manual ventilation bag, the inspiratory NRV must lift.
Squeeze the patient end bag, the expiratory NRV must lift.

111
5.6 User maintenance

The user maintenance on the absorber is limited to the following tasks:-

Inspiratory and expiratory non-return valves

The stainless steel valve discs can be removed for cleaning.
Un-screw the cover from each valve and check the condition of the o-ring and replace if necessary.
Remove the non-return valve disc by removing the three screws holding the support ring in place.
Wash the non return valves in warm soapy water and dry thoroughly with a lint free cloth.
Wipe the top of the non-return valve seal supports with a damp cloth.
Replace the non-return valve disc on the valve seat ensure that the disc is not trapped between the seat and
support ring and the valve disc lays flat without any distortion.
Replace the covers and tighten fully.

Non-return valve illustration.

2
(1) Non return valve cover
(2) Non return valve
(3) Absorber

Canister seals
The canister seals onto the underside of the absorber with two blue silicon seals, one around the outside edge
of the canister and the second seals the expiratory flow into the centre of the canister.
The seal faces must be cleaned with a damp cloth to remove all traces of soda lime.

Warning – the seals must be kept clean to ensure that the canister seals correctly. Failure to do so may result
in a leak.

112
Sterilisation
The complete absorber can be autoclaved - excluding the manometer which must first be removed.
The absorber can be autoclaved at 137 degrees centigrade.

Sterilisation procedure – autoclaving

Remove and dispose of the patient hoses and filters from the absorber.

Remove the canister and dispose of the absorbent and wash in warm water with a mild detergent and then
rinse thoroughly.
Remove the manometer.
Remove the inspiratory and expiratory non-return valves and covers and wash in warm water with a mild
detergent and then rinse thoroughly.
Autoclave parts.
Reassemble the absorber.
Perform a complete pre-use check on the absorber when placing the absorber back on the anaesthetic
machine.

Note - When placing the parts in the autoclave ensure the parts are placed flat to prevent distortion.

Disinfectant procedure
All components excluding the manometer can be disinfected using mild disinfectants commonly used in
hospital sterilisation.
Care must be taken to ensure that all parts are thoroughly rinsed in warm water and then dried in air prior to
assembly.

Warning – follow the manufacturer’s instructions on use of the disinfectant.

Spare part information

Absorber Spare part information

Absorber complete 9075-001
Absorber arm assembly 9075-004
Manometer assembly 8075-009
Fresh gas hose assembly 9075-003
Non-return valve 6675-003
Non-return valve cover 6675-004
Non-return valve cover “O” 1230-342
seal
Canister assembly 8075-003

Disposable spare part information

Complete disposable basic 1300-039
breathing system
Patient filter 1300-040
Absorber filter 1300-041

113
Disposable patient circuit specification
It is recommended that the absorber is used with a disposable patient breathing system and filters to prevent
cross contamination.

The recommended circuit is available from OES medical or direct from the manufacturer: -

Intersurgical Ltd.
Crane house
Molly Millars lane
Wokingham
Berkshire
RG41 2RZ

Tel +44(0) 118 9656 300

Fax +44(0) 118 9656 356

http://www.intersurgical.co.uk

The recommend circuit and filters for the absorber are: -

1.6 metre Basic circle system with 2 litre bag elbow and 0.8 metre limb
OES part number 1300-039 Intersurgical part number 2010

Patient filter – Clear-Therm heat and moisture exchange filter

OES part number 1300-040 Intersurgical part number 1841

Absorber filter – Hydro-Guard filter

OES part number 1300-041 Intersurgical part number 1844

Reservoir Bag 2L – complying with ISO5362

OES part number 1300-070 Intersurgical part number 2820

Disposable patient circuit and filter replacement

The recommended replacement period for the disposable patient circuit and filters is as specified by the
specific component manufacturers instructions however at the minimum replacements must be made as
follows: -

Basic circle system – replace weekly

Patient filter and absorber filter – replace with each new patient.

Warning – to prevent cross contamination the required replacement period must be strictly adhered to.

114
Recommended absorbent (Soda Lime)

The recommended absorbent for use with the OES absorber is available from: -

Intersurgical
Crane house
Molly Millars lane
Wokingham
Berkshire
RG41 2RZ

Tel +44(0) 118 9656 300

Fax +44(0) 118 9656 356

http://www.intersurgical.co.uk

Two common grades are available, one turns from pink to white and the other white to violet when the
absorbent is exhausted.

Spherasorb soda lime colour change pink to white

10 off 1 kg bags Intersurgical part number 2172

Spherasorb soda lime colour change pink to white

2 off 5 kg jericans Intersurgical part number 2174

Spherasorb soda lime colour change white to violet

10 off 1 kg bags Intersurgical part number 2173

Spherasorb soda lime colour change white to violet

2 off 5 kg jericans Intersurgical part number 2175

Note – absorbents from other manufacturers may be used, ensure that the granule size is 4 to 8 mesh and that
there is a colour indicator to show when the absorbent is exhausted.

115
116
 Appendix 1

1 Electromagnetic Emissions from the Ventilator

Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions

The Astra anaesthesia system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user should assure that it is used in
such an environments
Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic environment – guidance
RF Emissions Group 1 The Astra anaesthesia system does not use RF energy for
CISPR 11 any specific application but it is a by-product of the use
of microprocessors and their required clock timers. As
such the RF emissions are very low and are not likely to
cause interference with nearby electronic equipment.
RF Emissions Class B The Astra anaesthesia system is suitable for use in all
CISPR 11 operating room environments including those connected
Harmonic emissions Class A directly to the mains electricity supply. In the event of
IEC 61000-3-2 mains electricity supplies falling outside of those
Voltage fluctuations/flicker emissions Complies required for correct operation emissions may be
IEC 61000-3-3 indeterminate.

2 Electromagnetic immunity of the Ventilator (other than RF)

Declaration – Electromagnetic immunity

Declaration – Electromagnetic immunity

The Astra anaesthesia system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user should ensure that it is used in
such an environment.
Immunity Test IRC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment - guidance
Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms Portable or mobile RF communications
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz t 80 MHz equipment should be used no closer to the
Astra anaesthesia system, including cables,
than the recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter.
d = 1,2 √P

d = 1,2 √P 80 MHz to 800 mHz

d = 2,3 √P 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz

P = max power output rating in watts (W)

according to the transmitter manufacturer and
d = recommended separation distance in
metres (m)
Radiated RF 3 V/m 3 V/m
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2,5 GHz Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as
determined by an electromagnetic site survey,
should be less than the compliance level in
each frequency range.
Interference may occur in the vicinity of
equipment marked with the following symbol.

The Astra anaesthesia system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user should ensure that it is used in
such an environment.
Immunity Test IRC 60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment -
guidance
Electroststic discharge (ESD) +/- 6 kV contact +/- 6 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete
IEC 61000-4-2 +/- 8 kV air +/- 8 kV air ceramic time or similar. If floors are
covered with a synthetic material, the
RH should be at least 30%
Electrical fast transient/burst +/- 2 kV for power supply +/- 2 kV for power supply lines Mains power should be that of a
IEC 61000-4-4 lines typical hospital environment.
117
 +/- 1 kV for input/output lines
+/- 1 kV for input/output
lines
Surge =/- 1 kV line(s) to line(s) =/- 1 kV line(s) to line(s) Mains power should be that of a
IEC 61000-4-5 +/- 2 kV line(s) to earth +/- 2 kV line(s) to earth typical hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short interruptions and <5 % Ut <5 % Ut Mains power should be that of a
voltage variations on power supply (>95 % dip in Ut) for 0.5 (>95 % dip in Ut) for 0.5 cycle. typical hospital environment.
input lines cycle. 40 % Ut
IEC 61000-4-11 40 % Ut (60 % dip in Ut)
(60 % dip in Ut) for 5 cycles
for 5 cycles 70 % Ut
70 % Ut (30 % dip in Ut) for 25 cycles
(30 % dip in Ut) for 25 cycles <5 % Ut
<5 % Ut (>95 % dip in Ut)
(>95 % dip in Ut) For 5 s
For 5 s
Power frequency (50/60 Hz) magnetic 3 Am 0,3 Am Mains power should be that of a
field typical hospital environment. The
IEC 61000-4-8 power frequency magnetic field
should be measured in the intended
installation position to ensure that it is
sufficiently low.
Note: Ut is the ac mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

118
Appendix 2

119
120
Additional Engineer Settings

Astra 3i user manual

121
Additional Engineer Settings

Further Engineer settings are available if the service Pin is entered into the ventilator. The Service Pin is a
computer generate code that is unique to each ventilator produced. The Service Pin is available to factory
trained service engineers only.

Press the Service Pin Key Pad

Engineer Settings key pad

Enter the 6 digit Service code provided by the OES Medical

Service department. Then press OK.

Service Pin key pad

Engineer settings - Service Engineer only

After the Service Pin has been entered the Engineer Settings
Screen shows a number of additional keys that can be
accessed.

Engineer settings - after service code entered

122
The Diagnosis key pad gives a number of options that were
not available before the Service Pin was entered.

Diagnosis key pad

The Error Log displays any errors that have occurred

Error log screen

Voltages Screen - this screen provides information to allow

the service engineer to diagnose any fault

Voltage screen

Valve Control - allows the service engineer to turn off Gas

Supply alarm, adjust Drive, Patient and auxiliary valves.
Note that changes are not required to any items on this
screen.

Valve control screen

123
 Debug Off or On - this is a developer function used only by
design engineers during product development.
Do not change the setting.

Debug screen

Development Statistics - this indicates the memory loading

of the ventilator on board computer. This is a developer
function used only by design engineers during product
development.

Development statistics screen

Service record Information - provides serial number,

software version, hardware version, mechanical version,
manufactured date, last serviced date with reset button,
ventilator cycles since last service and ventilator cycles total.

Service record information

Factory Calibration

Factory calibration is carried out during manufacture and

may be performed by a factory trained service engineer
during upgrade or maintenance.
Note that the Zero Offsets and Touch Panel calibration are
all that would normally require calibrating in the field.

Factory calibration screen

124
Zero Pressure offsets - this zeros all pressure transducers to
ensure accuracy of readings. Press Yes to zero pressure
transducers after the Oxygen supply pressure and patient
circuit and bellows have been emptied to ensure there is no
circuit pressure.

Calibrating Pressure Offset screen

Calibrating drive valve - the proportional valve provides the

gas flow to drive the bellows during the inspiratory phase.
The valve is calibrated by removing the black corrugated
hose from the 17 mm taper on the rear of the ventilator and
leaving it open to atmosphere without any obstructions.
Press Yes and the ventilator will automatically calibrate the
drive valve.

Calibrate drive flow screen

Calibrating Patient Valve - the Patient valve controls the

inspiratory and expiratory times and maintains patient
circuit pressure as required. The valve is calibrated by
removing the black corrugated hose from the rear of the
ventilator then blocking the 17mm taper on the rear of the
ventilator. Press Yes and the ventilator will automatically
calibrate the patient valve.

Calibrate Patient valve

Calibrating Drive flow at 20 LPM Oxygen - the flow rate of

the drive valve is calibrated at 20 litres flow to achieve an
accurate drive differential pressure. This improves the flow
accuracy throughout the range.

Calibrate drive flow - 20 Litres

125
Calibrating Drive pressure at 30 cm H2O - the pressure is
calibrated at 30 cm H2O to achieve an accurate pressure.
This improves the pressure accuracy throughout the
range.

Calibrate drive Pressure - 30 cm H2O

Repeat the Drive valve calibration - the proportional valve

must be recalibrated after the flow and pressure has
been calibrated to improve accuracy.

Repeat the Calibration of Drive Valve

The ventilator pressure relief must be adjusted during

initial manufacturers calibration. This will not require
adjustment unless the pressure relief is serviced.

Calibration of Pressure Relief

The touch screen may require calibration.

Press Touch Panel then hold a plastic pointer at each
curser position shown on the screen.
When complete touch the screen and the ventilator
will restart.

Calibration of Touch screen

126
User notes

127
 OES Medical Ltd
ABC House, Cotswold Dene, Standlake, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 7QG, UK.

Phone 0044 (0) 1865 301711 E mail sales@oes-medical.co.uk

Fax 0044 (0) 1865 301573 Web www.oes-medical.co.uk

128