Alarm Prompt | Cause | Lycovent Action | Clinician Action | Alarm Settings |
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Flow Tx Fault | Sensor Failure or EMC interference | LycoVent will continue operation. Ventilation not effected by failure of flow sensor as not used in algorithm. Low Priority tone
| Observe separate oxygen saturation monitor and expired CO2 levels. If acceptable continue ventilation until sensor replaced or alternative ventilator connected. | |
MV Hi | Minute volume more than 15% greater than setpoint TVxRR | LycoVent will continue operation. Visible alert on screen Low priority tone | Observe patient and adjust parameters as appropriate | |
TV Exp. Lo | Measured flow from patient is 10% less than inspiratory flow. | Continue normal operation. Visible alert on screen and Medium Priority tine. | Check for leaks between patient and flow measurement point (after PEEP valve). | |
TV Insp. Hi | Measured flow to patient exceeds set tidal volume setpoint by 10%. | Continue normal operation. Visible alert on screen and Medium Priority tone.
| Check flow to patient and adjust tidal volumes as required. | |
TV Not Delivered | Insufficient air is being delivered to the patient. | Continue normal operation. Visible alert on screen and High Priority tone. | Ensure BMV is positioned correctly in the mounts. Revert to manual ventilation if required. |