6.3.3 High PEEP Alarm
Property Description
Alarm text
High PEEP
Priority
Medium
Alarm condition A High PEEP alarm will be given when the measured PEEP
is 30% above the set value for more than 15 seconds
Possible cause
• Blocked leakage port.
• Too short expiratory time.
• Changes in airway resistance and or compliance.
Reset criteria
PEEP has gone below the alarm limit (lower than 30% above
the set value).
Ventilator action The Vivo 45 will continue treatment according to the current
settings.
Setting range
• On
• Off
6.3.4 Low PEEP Alarm
Property Description
Alarm text
Low PEEP
Priority
Medium
Alarm condition A Low PEEP alarm will be given when the measured PEEP
is 30% below the set value for more than 60 seconds
Possible cause
• Excessive leakage.
Reset criteria
PEEP has gone above the alarm limit (higher than 30%
below the set value).
Ventilator action The Vivo 45 will continue treatment according to the current
settings.
Setting range
• On
• Off
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Vivo 45 User manual
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