BC Biomedical PFC-3000 SERIES User manual

BENCHTOP FLOW
ANALYZER
PFC-3000
SERIES
USER MANUAL

PFC-3000 Series User Manual Copyright © 2013
www.bcgroupintl.com Made in the USA
04/13 Rev 04
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BC BIOMEDICAL
BC GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC.
3081 ELM POINT INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
ST. CHARLES, MO 63301
USA
1-800-242-8428
1-314-638-3800
www.bcgroupintl.com
[email protected]

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1 Content
1Content................................................................................................................2
2Preface.................................................................................................................5
3Intended Use.......................................................................................................6
4Safety Instructions .............................................................................................7
4.1 Symbols for Danger, Warnings and Notes..........................................................................7
4.2 Personnel...........................................................................................................................7
4.3 Responsibilities and Guarantees........................................................................................7
5Technical Data....................................................................................................8
5.1 Measurement Categories...................................................................................................8
5.1.1 Analyzer Values............................................................................................................8
5.1.2 Respiratory Parameters ................................................................................................9
5.1.3 Principle of Operation for Flow Measurement.............................................................. 10
5.1.4 Special Functions........................................................................................................11
5.1.5 Communication Interfaces...........................................................................................11
5.1.6 Physical Data..............................................................................................................11
5.1.7 Calibration by User...................................................................................................... 11
5.1.8 Operational Data.........................................................................................................11
5.1.9 Extras..........................................................................................................................11
5.2 Standard Conditions for Flow Measurement.....................................................................12
5.3 Power Supply...................................................................................................................13
5.4 Battery Mode.................................................................................................................... 13
5.5 Compliance and Approvals...............................................................................................13
5.6 Device Labels and Symbols............................................................................................. 14
5.7 Minimum PC Requirements..............................................................................................14
6Preparing for Use .............................................................................................15
6.1 Individual Supplied Parts.................................................................................................. 15
6.2 Power Supply...................................................................................................................16
6.2.1 Supply Voltage............................................................................................................ 16
6.3 Mechanical Connections ..................................................................................................17
6.3.1 Protection Filter...........................................................................................................17
6.3.2 FlowAnalyzerTM Adapter Set........................................................................................17
6.3.3 Low Flow..................................................................................................................... 18
6.3.4 High Flow....................................................................................................................19
6.3.5 Differential Pressure....................................................................................................20
6.3.6 Low pressure (PFC-3000L).........................................................................................20
6.3.7 Pressure sensor ± 1 bar (PFC-3000V) ........................................................................ 21
6.3.8 High Pressure.............................................................................................................22
6.4 Electrical Interfaces..........................................................................................................23
6.4.1 USB ............................................................................................................................23
6.4.2 RS 232........................................................................................................................23
6.4.3 External Trigger........................................................................................................... 24
6.4.4 Grounding...................................................................................................................25

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7Operation..........................................................................................................26
7.1 Switching the Device On and Off......................................................................................26
7.2 The Start Screen ..............................................................................................................26
7.3 Adjusting the Contrast ......................................................................................................26
7.4 Description of Operating Controls.....................................................................................27
7.5 Specifications for the Operating Controls..........................................................................27
7.6 Numerical Display.............................................................................................................28
7.6.1 Specification for the Numerical Display........................................................................28
7.7 Configuration Display........................................................................................................30
7.7.1 Specification for the Configuration Display...................................................................30
7.8 Statistics Display ..............................................................................................................31
7.8.1 Specification of the Statistics Display...........................................................................31
7.9 Menu Display....................................................................................................................32
7.9.1 Specification of the Menu Display................................................................................32
7.10 Data Storage Capabilities.................................................................................................34
7.10.1 Storing Data ................................................................................................................34
7.10.2 Retrieving Data............................................................................................................35
7.10.3 Erasing Data................................................................................................................36
7.11 RT-200 Emulation Mode...................................................................................................38
7.12 Calibrations ......................................................................................................................38
7.12.1 Calibrating the Pressure and Flow Sensors.................................................................38
7.12.2 Calibrating the Oxygen Sensor....................................................................................39
7.12.3 Calibrating the MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050............................................................39
7.13 Gas Type and Standard....................................................................................................40
7.14 Setting the Trigger............................................................................................................41
7.14.1 Selection of Ventilation Mode ......................................................................................41
7.14.2 Standard Trigger..........................................................................................................42
7.14.3 Detailed Trigger Settings.............................................................................................43
7.14.4 Usage of an External Trigger.......................................................................................44
7.15 Filter.................................................................................................................................45
7.16 Setting the Language........................................................................................................45
7.17 HW Activation...................................................................................................................45
7.18 Accessing System Info .....................................................................................................46
7.19 Invisible Menu Options .....................................................................................................46
7.20 Factory Defaults ...............................................................................................................47
8FlowLabTM Software......................................................................................... 48
8.1 Installation........................................................................................................................48
8.2 USB Communication ........................................................................................................48
8.3 Overview..........................................................................................................................48
8.4 Options.............................................................................................................................48
8.5 Panels..............................................................................................................................49
8.5.1 Configuration...............................................................................................................49
8.5.2 Curve Trigger ..............................................................................................................51
8.5.3 Cursors........................................................................................................................52
8.6 Numerics..........................................................................................................................53
8.7 Trending...........................................................................................................................54
8.7.1 Configuration...............................................................................................................54
8.7.2 Display ........................................................................................................................55
8.8 Reporting..........................................................................................................................56
8.8.1 Configuration...............................................................................................................56
8.9 Gas Calculator..................................................................................................................58
8.10 FlowLabTM Settings...........................................................................................................59

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9MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050 .......................................................................60
9.1 Description.......................................................................................................................60
9.2 Intended use.................................................................................................................... 60
9.3 Warnings.......................................................................................................................... 60
9.4 Design and theory............................................................................................................61
9.5 How to connect ................................................................................................................ 62
9.6 LED Signal.......................................................................................................................63
9.7 Calibration of Sensor head............................................................................................... 63
9.8 Preventive maintenance...................................................................................................64
9.9 Specifications MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050 .................................................................65
10 Measuring Respiratory Coefficients ...............................................................66
10.1 General............................................................................................................................66
10.2 Connection to the Ventilator............................................................................................. 66
10.3 Standard Trigger Values ..................................................................................................66
10.4 Baseflow..........................................................................................................................67
10.5 Finding the Correct Trigger Values................................................................................... 67
10.5.1 Flow curve after Y-Piece ............................................................................................. 67
10.5.2 Flow curve before Y-Piece .......................................................................................... 68
10.5.3 Pressure curve before Y-Piece....................................................................................69
10.6 Special situations.............................................................................................................69
10.6.1 Inspiration Volume Vti ................................................................................................. 70
10.6.2 Expiration Volume Vte.................................................................................................70
11 Care and Maintenance......................................................................................71
11.1 Guidelines for Care and Maintenance ..............................................................................71
11.2 Notes on Replacing Components.....................................................................................71
11.3 Preventative Cleaning and Maintenance Routines ...........................................................71
11.3.1 Replacing the Measuring Screen.................................................................................72
11.3.2 Replacing the Oxygen Sensor.....................................................................................72
11.3.3 Replacing the Fuses....................................................................................................74
11.4 Contacts........................................................................................................................... 75
11.4.1 Manufacturer's Address...............................................................................................75
11.4.2 Technical Support .......................................................................................................75
12 Accessories and Spare Parts ..........................................................................76
12.1 Ordering Address............................................................................................................. 76
12.2 Available Models..............................................................................................................76
12.3 Options ............................................................................................................................76
13 Disposal.............................................................................................................77
14 Appendix A: Abbreviations and Glossary......................................................78
15 Appendix B: Values and Units.........................................................................80
15.1 Pressure ..........................................................................................................................80
15.2 Flow.................................................................................................................................80
15.3 Metrology Values .............................................................................................................80
15.4 Gas Concentrations..........................................................................................................80
15.5 Respiratory Parameters ...................................................................................................80
15.6 Conversion Factors..........................................................................................................81
Manual Revisions & Limited Warranty……………………….…………………………………………82
Notes……………………………………………………………………………………………………….83

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2 Preface
Application
This documentation applies to the products described as:
FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000A, FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000V, FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000L
MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050
FlowLabTM
You will find the designation FlowAnalyzerTM on the nameplate on the back of the device.
In this user manual, the designation FlowAnalyzerTM includes the FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000A,
FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000V and the FlowAnalyzerTM PFC-3000L.
Software and Firmware versions
This documentation applies to the following versions:
FlowLabTM Software Version 4.2.1
FlowAnalyzerTM Firmware Version 4.2.9
When using older or newer versions small differences to this manual may appear.
Key to symbols used in this manual
Keys, FlowAnalyzerTM labels
and information in the display
Keys, such as Power,
labels, such as USB, and
information in the display, such as Changing the settings,
are shown in bold, italic type.
References to pages and
chapters
The symbol (> XY) is used for references to pages and
chapters (> 5.1.6 Physical Data).

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3 Intended Use
The FlowAnalyzerTM is a compact, mobile and easy-to-use
measuring device.
The FlowAnalyzerTM carries out all the following measurements:
Low flow (-20...20 l/min)
High flow (-300…300 l/min)
Volume
Differential pressure
High pressure
Atmospheric pressure
Oxygen
Temperature
Humidity
Dew point
It can also measure a variety of respiratory parameters:
Inspiration volume, expiration volume
Rate of respiration
I:E
Inspiration time, expiration time
Ppeak
Pmean
Pplateau
PEEP
PF Insp (Peak flow inspiratory)
PF Exp (Peak flow expiratory)
Ti/Ttotal
Cstat
Delta P
The FlowAnalyzerTM has been designed for mobile use. In the
event of power failure the device can be operated from a built-in
battery.
The FlowAnalyzerTM is a measuring device for testing
and calibrating ventilators. The FlowAnalyzerTM should not be
used for patient monitoring.
The FlowAnalyzerTM must not be connected to a ventilator
which is being used by a patient.

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4 Safety Instructions
4.1 Symbols for
Danger, Warnings
and Notes
This User Manual uses the symbols below to draw your specific
attention to the remaining dangers associated with proper use, and
to emphasize important technical requirements.
4.2 Personnel
4.3 Responsibilities
and Guarantees
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility or guarantee, and
exonerates himself accordingly from liability claims, where the
operator or any third party has:
Used the device improperly
Disregarded technical data
Tampered with the device in any way (modifications, changes,
etc.)
Operated the device using accessories that are not listed in the
associated product documentation.
Information or directions / warnings to prevent any sort
of damage / risk.
The FlowAnalyzerTM may only be operated or worked
on by personnel with suitable technical training and appropriate
experience.
Although this device features a high standard of quality
and safety and has been built and tested according to the current
state of the art, improper usage or misuse can result in injuries
with serious consequences.
Therefore please read this user manual carefully and keep this
documentation within reach of the device.

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5 Technical Data
5.1 Measurement Categories
5.1.1 Analyzer Values1
Low flow
Range
± 20 sl/min
Accuracy
± 1.75% of reading
or ± 0.04 sl/min
High flow
Range
± 300 sl/min
Accuracy
± 1.75% of reading
or ± 0.1 sl/min
Volume
Range
± 100 sl
Accuracy
± 2% of reading or
± 0.02 sl (High flow)
± 0.01 sl (Low flow)
Pressure (in High flow)
Range
0…150 mbar
Accuracy
± 0.75% of reading
or ± 0.1 mbar
Differential pressure
Range
± 150 mbar
Accuracy
± 0.75% of reading
or ± 0.1 mbar
High pressure
Range
0...10 bar
Accuracy
± 1% of reading
or ± 10 mbar
Atmospheric pressure
Range
0...1150 mbar
Accuracy
± 1% of reading
or ± 5 mbar
Oxygen
Range
0...100 % Vol
Accuracy
± 1% Vol
Humidity
Range
0...100 % RH,
Non-condensing
Accuracy
± 3% RH
Temperature
Range
0...50 °C
Accuracy
± 1.75% of reading
or ± 0.5 °C
Dew point
Range
-10...50 °C
Accuracy
± 2% of reading
or ± 1 °C
Additional pressure
sensors
Find details in chapter 6.3.6 Low
pressure (PFC-3000L) and 6.3.7
Pressure sensor ± 1 bar (PFC-3000V).
1
Standard liter per minute (calculated using STP conditions of 21°C and 1013 mbar)

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5.1.2 Respiratory Parameters
Vti, Vte
Breath volume of
inspiration and
expiration
Range
Accuracy
± 10 sl
(High flow) ± 1.75% or ± 0.0002 sl (>6 sl/min)
(Low flow) ± 1.75% or ± 0.0001 sl (>2.4 sl/min)
Vi, Ve
Minute volume of
inspiration and
expiration
Range
Accuracy
0...300 sl/min
(High flow) ± 2.5% or 0.02 sl/min
(Low flow) ± 2.5% or 0.01 sl/min
Ti, Te
Inspiration and
expiration times
Range
Accuracy
0.05...60 s
± 0.02 s
Ti/Ttotal
Ratio Inspiration time :
Breath cycle time
Range
Accuracy
0...100%
± 5%
Ppeak
Maximum pressure
Range
Accuracy
0...150 mbar
± 0.75% or ± 0.1 mbar
Pmean
Mean pressure
Range
Accuracy
0...150 mbar
± 0.75% or ± 0.1 mbar
I:E
Respiration time ratio
Range
Accuracy
1:300...300:1
± 2.5%
PEEP
Positive End
Expiratory Pressure
Range
Accuracy
0...150 mbar
± 0.75% or ± 0.1 mbar
Rate
Rate of respiration
Range
Accuracy
1...1000 bpm
± 2.5% or ± 1 bpm
PF Insp.
Maximum flow of
inspiration
Range
Accuracy
± 300 sl/min
± 1.75% or ± 0.1 sl/min
PF Exp.
Maximum flow of
expiration
Range
Accuracy
± 300 sl/min
± 1.75% or ± 0.1 sl/min
Cstat
Static Compliance
Range
Accuracy
0...1000 ml/mbar
± 3% or ± 1 ml/mbar
Pplateau
Plateau Pressure
Range
Accuracy
0...150 mbar
± 0.75% or ± 0.1 mbar
Delta P
Amplitude Pressure
(Ppeak –PEEP)
Range
Accuracy
0...150 mbar
± 0.75% or ± 0.1 mbar

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5.1.3 Principle of Operation for
Flow Measurement
The Flow is measured over a differential pressure
measurement in the flow channel. A screen is used as the
restrictor.
: dynamic viscosity of gas [Pa s]
: density of gas [kg / m3]
c1, c2: device specific constants (channel geometry)
Dynamic
Viscosity
•The viscosity of a medium is its
resistance to shear or flow
•The viscosity is strongly temperature
dependent
•Small dependency on humidity and
pressure
Density
•The density is a measure of the
medium's mass per unit of volume
•The density is strongly temperature and
pressure dependent
The dependence on the ambient conditions is the reason
why the flow is sometimes transferred to standard
conditions (>5.2 Standard Conditions for Flow
Measurement).

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5.1.4 Special Functions
Automatic battery operation in event of power failure.
5.1.5 Communication
Interfaces
USB
RS-232 port for FW download, remote control and connection of
optional MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050
Trigger input (digital) for external trigger
5.1.6 Physical Data
Weight: < 8.5 Lbs (3.8 kg)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 8.67 x 9.84 x 4.72 Inches
(220 x 250 x 120 mm)
Gas types: Air, O2, N2O, He, N2, CO2and
Mixed: Air/O2, N2O/O2, He/O2
5.1.7 Calibration by
User
Offset calibration of pressure sensors
Calibration of oxygen sensor
5.1.8 Operational Data
Temperature: 15...40 °C (59...104 °F)
Humidity: 10%...90% RH, non-condensing
Air pressure: 700...1060 mbar
Storage and transport -10...60 °C (14...140 °F)
conditions: at 5...95% RH
5.1.9 Extras
- FlowLabTM Software
- MultiGasAnalyzerTM MGA-3050

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5.2 Standard Conditions for
Flow Measurement
The FlowAnalyzer calculates the internal flow and volume
measurements with the terms of the selected gas standard.
The FlowAnalyzer supports the following gas standards:
Gas Standard
Temperature
Pressure
Relative
Humidity
Ambient Temperature
and Pressure
ATP
Current gas
temperature
Current ambient
pressure
Current gas
humidity
Ambient Temperature
and Pressure Dry
ATPD
Current gas
temperature
Current ambient
pressure
0%
Ambient Temperature
and Pressure
Saturated
ATPS
Current gas
temperature
Current ambient
pressure
100%
Ambient Pressure at
21°C
AP21
21.0 °C (70 °F)
Current ambient
pressure
Current gas
humidity
Standard Conditions
USA
STP
21.1 °C (70 °F)
1013.25 mbar
(760 mmHg)
0%
Standard Conditions
USA Humid
STPH
21.1 °C (70 °F)
1013.25 mbar
(760 mmHg)
Current gas
humidity
Body Temperature
and Pressure
Saturated
BTPS
37 °C (99 °F)
Current ambient
pressure
100%
Body Temperature
and Pressure Dry
BTPD
37 °C (99 °F)
Current ambient
pressure
0%
Standard Conditions
according to
DIN 1343
0/1013
0 °C (32 °F)
1013.25 mbar
(760 mmHg)
0%
Standard Conditions
according to
ISO 1-1975 (DIN 102)
20/981
20 °C (68 °F)
981 mbar
(736 mmHg)
0%
API Standard
Conditions
15/1013
15 °C (60 °F)
1013.25 mbar
(14.7 psia)
0%
Cummings Standard
25/991
25 °C (77 °F)
991 mbar
(500 ft. high)
0%
20 °C / 1013 mbar
20/1013
20 °C (68 °F)
1013.25 mbar
(760 mmHg)
0%
In this user manual the unit sl/min is based on
ambient conditions of 0 °C and 1013 mbar (DIN 1343).
Please refer to Appendix B: Values and Units where you
also can find conversion factors for the units.

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5.3 Power Supply
Input voltage of power pack
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Supply voltage
15 V DC
Power consumption
25 VA (W)
5.4 Battery Mode
Running time in battery
mode
3 h
Running time in battery
mode with the
MultiGasAnalyzerTM
2 h
Charging the battery
A complete charge takes 8 h.
The usable battery life will be
extended if the battery is used
until the request for recharge and
then charged for 8 h.
5.5 Compliance and
Approvals
IEC 1010-1 (safety)
EN61326-1 (EMC)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0-M91 (General)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92 (Safety)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1 B-97 (Safety)
UL. Std No. 61010B-1. 1st Ed. (General)
The instrument is classified in Installation category II.
The instrument is assigned to Pollution degree 2.
The instrument provides audible and visual alarm
as soon as the battery has to be recharged. Do not keep the
battery in discharged mode!
Attention: A total discharge may destroy the battery!
The instrument is designed for indoor use only.

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5.6 Device Labels and
Symbols
The following labels and symbols can be found on the
FlowAnalyzerTM :
RS232
RS232 interface (for servicing)
USB
USB interface (for PC communication)
SN: xxxx
Serial number
Warning: observe accompanying
documents.
Date of production Month - Year
Ground
5.7 Minimum PC
Requirements
Intel®Pentium®III 800 MHz
(P4 1200 MHz recommended)
Microsoft®Windows®98, Me, 2000, XP
Microsoft®Internet Explorer 5.01 or above
128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
160 MB hard disc space (full installation)
CD ROM drive
Screen 800 x 600 (1024 x 768 recommended)

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6 Preparing for Use
6.1 Individual Supplied
Parts
Basic unit:
FlowAnalyzerTM
Power pack
USB cable
User manual and calibration
certificate
FlowLabTM PC software
Filter
FlowAnalyzerTM Adapter Set

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6.2 Power Supply
Power is connected to the back of the FlowAnalyzerTM .
The main power switch is used to switch the instrument on and
off.
A LED marked with Charging lights up when the battery is being
charged. This also works when the device is off.
6.2.1 Supply Voltage
The mains voltage for the power pack supplied is 100...240 V
AC at 50...60 Hz.
The FlowAnalyzerTM may only be operated with the
original power pack supplied!
Before you switch on the device, check that the
operating voltage of the power pack complies with the local
mains voltage.
Details can be found on the nameplate on the back of the
power pack.
For protection against interference from
electromagnetic fields and static electricity, the device must be
grounded using the pins provided.