Vitalograph BreathCO Installation guide

Vitalograph GmbH
Rellinger Straße 64a,
D-20257 Hamburg,
Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.de
Vitalograph Ltd. Hong Kong
Unit 230, Corporation Park,
11 On Lai Street,
Shatin,
Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.hk
Vitalograph BreathCO
Quick Start User Training Manual
Vitalograph BreathCO Quick Start User Training Manual
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1. Firmly mount the Sampling-T in the taper on top of the case.
2. Switch the instrument ON using the switch located on the end, nearest the display. The LCD at
the top of the monitor will read a high number, which will rapidly fall.
3. A new mini-mouthpiece should be fitted to the Sampling-T for each new user.
4. The unit should be allowed to “warm up” until the display shows 000 ±. If this is not achieved
within two or three minutes please refer to the “Display re-zeroing “ section.
5. The subject should take in a deep breath, hold it for 10 seconds and then breath out slowly
through the mouthpiece over a period of 20 seconds or more.
6. Record the highest reading indicated on the display after completing the blow.
Changes in the ambient operating temperature or CO level can cause small drifts in the
instrument zero. If adjustment is necessary, slowly move the small slider control, adjacent
to the liquid crystal display window, until the display shows all zeros. If the instrument will
not zero, possible causes are high ambient levels of CO, faulty calibration or equipment
malfunction. To eliminate the possibility of the high ambient level, the unit should be
removed to another location and zeroing attempted again.
Introduction
How to operate
Display re-zeroing
Note: Any unauthorised changes to the BreathCO device may compromise product
safety and/or data and as such Vitalograph cannot be held responsible and the
device will no longer be supported.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Vitalograph BreathCO™Monitor is a small handheld instrument which is used to measure
levels of breath carbon monoxide which is the level of carbon monoxide (CO) in a person's
exhalation. This can be used in a variety of professional healthcare environments, e.g. primary care,
hospitals and occupational health centres.
This display indicates parts per million (ppm/μL/L) of carbon monoxide. It is considered to be
the single most effective motivational tool in smoking intervention. Equally importantly, weekly
follow-up after smoking cessation will detect and therefore deter relapse.

Calibration
General maintenance
1. Turn BreathCO on, allow display to stablize, then adjust to 0 if needed.
2. Connect the gas to the Sampling-T.
3. Let the gas flow slowly (approx. 0.5 ltr/min) through the Sampling-T into the instrument. When
using the Vitalograph Calibration Kit the regulator is pre-set to 5psi.
4. Once the displayed value stops increasing, it should be within ± 5% of the gas concentration.
(i.e. 48-52).
5. If the instrument does not display a reading within the specifications, slowly adjust
the “SPAN” recessed adjustment screw on the rear of the instrument, until the display
reads 50. (Be careful or you could damage it). If this cannot be achieved, the electrochemical
sensor in the product must be replaced. Please contact our technical support department if this
should occur.
6. After calibration, disconnect the Sampling -T and allow the instrument to settle for 5 minutes.
Recheck the instrument zero. Re-adjust the zero if necessary, as detailed in the previous section.
A General maintenance and calibration should be performed on an annual basis. A calibration check
should be performed as required. The Sampling-T should be changed after approximately 50 tests
have been performed. A red LED on the front of the device will turn on to indicate low battery.
When replacing the battery be sure to use only alkaline batteries.
1. Press down on panel marked ‘OPEN’ and slide cover in direction of arrow. Then gently lift
cover from the instrument.
2. Remove and discard the old battery.
3. Replace with a new battery of the correct type.
4. Ensure that the connector is fitted correctly.
5. Ensure the leads are tucked neatly away, before replacing battery compartment cover.
Note: When the device reaches it use-by-date a service is required to replace the sensor.
The use-by-date is specified as 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Failure to calibrate may result in incorrect readings.
Calibrate only in a well ventilated environment.
Ensure gas canister is secured prior to accuracy/calibration.
Note:
Follow steps 1-4 below to check accuracy and calibrate if required. The Vitalograph- BreathCO
is re-calibrated by exposing it to a gas of known concentration. (BreathCO Calibration Gas Cat.
No. 29506). This is usually 50ppm/μL/L CO.

Vitalograph Ltd. UK
Maids Moreton, Buckingham,
MK18 1SW, England
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.co.uk
Vitalograph Ltd. Export
Maids Moreton, Buckingham,
MK18 1SW, England
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.eu
Vitalograph GmbH
Rellinger Straße 64a,
D-20257 Hamburg,
Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.de
Vitalograph Inc.
13310 West 99th Street,
Lenexa, Kansas, 66215,
USA
Toll Free: 800 255 6626
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.com
Vitalograph (Ireland) Ltd.
Gort Road Business Park,
Ennis, Co. Clare,
Ireland
Phone: +353 65
6864100
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.ie
Vitalograph Ltd. Hong Kong
Unit 230, Corporation Park,
11 On Lai Street,
Shatin,
Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.hk
PRINT REF: 07323_7
Vitalograph® and BreathCO™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vitalograph Ltd.
Technical Specification:
Dimensions: 180.3mm x 99.1mm x 44.5mm
Weight: 0.28kg
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Digital Display: 3.5 Digit 1/2” Liquid
Crystal Display
Battery: Standard 9V Alkaline
(Type PP3, MN 1604, 6F 22)
Display Range: 0 to 199 ppm (μL/L)
Linear Range: 0 to 99 ppm (μL/L)
Resolution: 1 ppm (μL/L)
Measuring Accuracy: +/-3 ppm (μL/L)
Typical Battery Life
9V Alkaline Type 250 - 500 Hours
References
Jarvis M.J. et al, “Low Cost Carbon Monoxide
Monitors in Smoking Assessment,” Thorax
1986; 41:886-887.
FDA Notice
Caution: Federal Law restricts this device to
sale by, or on the order of a physician.
Ordering Info:
29506 CO Calibration Gas Cylinder (50 ppm
(50μL/L))
20202 2020 Mouthpieces Mini
29512 Sampling-T Connector set (pack of 10)
29507 Regulator and Tubing Kit
Vitalograph Ltd. UK
Maids Moreton, Buckingham,
MK18 1SW, England
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.co.uk
Vitalograph Ltd. International
Maids Moreton, Buckingham,
MK18 1SW, England
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.eu
Vitalograph GmbH
Rellinger Straße 64a,
D-20257 Hamburg,
Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.de
Vitalograph Inc.
13310 West 99th Street,
Lenexa, Kansas, 66215,
USA
Toll Free: 800 255 6626
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: contac[email protected]
www.vitalograph.com
Vitalograph Ltd. Hong Kong/China
Unit 2001, Floor 20, Block A
New Trade Plaza,
6 On Ping Street, Shatin,
Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.cn
Vitalograph (Ireland) Ltd.
Gort Road Business Park,
Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 HFT4
Ireland
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.vitalograph.ie