Manual Btl-08 SD

BTL-08
Spiro
Spiro Pro
Manulalul utilizatorului
V100IE02/07/2007
BTL-08 Spiro
MANUALUL UTILIZATORULUI
CUPRINS
1
CARACTERISTICI ALE APARATULUI.............................................................................................................. 4
2
PERFORMANTE ALE TESTULUI DE SPIROMETRIE....................................................................................... 5
2.1
Contraindicatii ................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.1.1
Absolute ................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1.2
Relative .................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2
Conditii care pot influenta considerabil rezultatele masuratorilor [1] .............................................................. 5
2.3
Secventa recomandata a testelor .................................................................................................................. 5
2.4
Performante ale testului de spirometrie de forta ............................................................................................ 6
2.4.1
Spirometrie de forta inspiro/expiro ........................................................................................................... 6
2.4.2
Expiratory forced spirometry .................................................................................................................... 8
2.5
Performance of relaxed spirometry test ....................................................................................................... 10
3
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE............................................................................................................................... 12
3.1
Description of THE BTL- 08 Spiro................................................................................................................ 12
3.1.1
Keyboard and top panel of the device .................................................................................................... 12
3.1.2
Rear panel of the device ........................................................................................................................ 13
3.1.3
Pneumotachograph description.............................................................................................................. 14
3.2
Device assembly and putting into operation ................................................................................................ 14
3.3
Function summary of keyboard buttons ....................................................................................................... 15
3.3.1
start ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.3.2
accept..................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.3
stop ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.3.4
print ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.3.5
analyse................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.6
forced ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.7
relaxed ................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.8
mvv......................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.9
profile ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.10
patient .................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.11
calibr....................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.12
child incentive......................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.13
predict values ......................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.14
contrast .................................................................................................................................................. 16
3.3.15
menu ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.16
up-arrow/down-arrow ............................................................................................................................. 16
3.3.17
esc ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.18
enter ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.19
on/off ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.20
paper feeder (FF form feed) ................................................................................................................ 17
3.3.21
device reset............................................................................................................................................ 17
3.4
Printer and paper ......................................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.1
Paper sensitivity ..................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4.2
Roll paper with raster ............................................................................................................................. 18
3.4.3
USB printer setup................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4.3.1
resolution (dpi).................................................................................................................................. 19
3.4.3.2
printer test......................................................................................................................................... 19
3.4.4
Storing conditions of thermal-sensitive paper......................................................................................... 19
3.5
Storage battery ............................................................................................................................................ 19
3.6
Lithium battery ............................................................................................................................................. 20
4
COURSE OF EXAMINATION ........................................................................................................................... 21
4.1
Profile selection for collection of the spiro record......................................................................................... 21
4.2
Patient selection .......................................................................................................................................... 21
4.3
Pneumotachograph interface....................................................................................................................... 21
4.4
Examination procedure................................................................................................................................ 22
4.4.1
Examination in forced profile .................................................................................................................. 22
4.4.1.1
Inspiratory and expiratory forced spirometry (complete)................................................................... 23
4.4.1.2
Expiratory forced spirometry (expiratory).......................................................................................... 24
4.4.2
Examination in relaxed profile ................................................................................................................ 25
4.4.3
Examination in mvv profile ..................................................................................................................... 26
4.5
BTPS correction........................................................................................................................................... 27
4.5.1
ATP conversion into BTPS..................................................................................................................... 27
4.5.2
Measurement reliability and INTERPRETATION ................................................................................... 28
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4.5.3
Measurement results and their acceptance (FVC measurement) .......................................................... 28
5
SETUP MODE................................................................................................................................................... 30
5.1
Main menu ................................................................................................................................................... 30
5.1.1
Records file ............................................................................................................................................ 30
5.1.2
Profile setup ........................................................................................................................................... 30
5.1.2.1
Forced, relaxed and mvv profile properties setup............................................................................. 31
5.1.3
Calibration .............................................................................................................................................. 31
5.1.4
Device setup .......................................................................................................................................... 32
5.1.4.1
Starting profile selection of profile after start.................................................................................. 32
5.1.4.2
Line width ......................................................................................................................................... 32
5.1.4.3
Medical record of the patientpatients record setup ........................................................................ 32
5.1.4.4
Optional specifications of the patient ................................................................................................ 32
5.1.4.5
Paper and print setup ....................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.6
Module information ........................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.7
User setup ........................................................................................................................................ 33
5.1.4.7.1
Time and date ............................................................................................................................. 33
5.1.4.7.2
Display contrast .......................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.7.3
Language options ....................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.7.4
Touch screen calibration............................................................................................................. 33
5.1.4.7.5
Files correction............................................................................................................................ 33
5.1.4.7.6
Files system format..................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.7.7
Default setting without data loss ................................................................................................. 33
5.1.4.7.8
Device sleep mode interval ......................................................................................................... 33
5.1.4.7.9
Battery level indicator.................................................................................................................. 34
5.1.4.7.10
More ........................................................................................................................................ 34
5.1.5
Patient selection..................................................................................................................................... 34
5.1.6
Doctor selection ..................................................................................................................................... 34
6
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................................ 35
7
MAINTENACE AND DEVICE SAFETY ............................................................................................................ 36
7.1
Cleaning the device surface and its parts .................................................................................................... 36
7.1.1
Cleaning the touch screen...................................................................................................................... 36
7.1.2
Cleaning the paper sensors ................................................................................................................... 36
7.2
Hygiene, cleaning and disinfection of spirometric accessories in contact with the patient ........................... 37
7.2.1
Hygiene .................................................................................................................................................. 37
7.2.2
Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................. 38
7.2.3
Disinfection............................................................................................................................................. 38
7.2.4
Sterilization............................................................................................................................................. 39
7.3
Device safety ............................................................................................................................................... 39
7.4
Conditions of guarantee............................................................................................................................... 40
8
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................... 41
8.1
Legend of the measurement parameters ..................................................................................................... 43
8.1.1
Forced spirometry .................................................................................................................................. 43
8.1.2
Relaxed spirometry ................................................................................................................................ 45
8.1.3
Measuring of the maximum pulmonary ventilation volume..................................................................... 45
8.2
Predictive values.......................................................................................................................................... 46
8.3
Relevant standard specifications and recommendations ............................................................................. 47
8.4
List of literature ............................................................................................................................................ 48
8.5
Manufacturer................................................................................................................................................ 49
8.6
Sale and service .......................................................................................................................................... 49
BTL CUSTOMER CARD.............................................................................................................................................. 50
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CARACTERISTICI
ALE
APARATULUI
BTL-08 Spiro este un aparat modern pentru examinari spirometrice bazice si anumite masuratori aditionale (post
medicale). Ofera analize detaliate, interpretare automata, si tiparire ale curbelor spirometriei. Exceleaza prin gama
larga de caracteristici si mod de operare, facand-ul accesibil oricariu operator. Aparatul permite utilizatorului sa
modifice usor valorile standard (valori predictive), sa aleaga pana la 15 parametrii pentru masuratoarea curenta, sa
porneasca interpretarea automata pentru spirometria de forta sau sa defineasca o inregistrare pentru testele
bronhoprovocative.
BTL-08 Spiro este echipat cu un ecran grafic de inalta rezolutie ce ne permite sa vizualizam in timp real graficele fluxvolum si volum-timp. Ecranul color exceleaza prin grafica de calitate si este ehipat cu butoane prin tehnica touch
screen.
BTL-08 Spiro este prevazut cu senzori pentru masurarea temperaturii ambientale, presiunii barometrice si a umiditatii
relative. Din acest motiv, aparatul poate genera automat corectia automata a parametrilor in functie de conditiile
BTPS.
BTL-08 Spiro are integrata o imprimanta termica de 112 mm, ce permite tiparirea pe hartie termica format A5. Astfel
toate graficele pot fi tiparite impreuna cu valorile masurate.
BTL-08 Spiro are implementat inregistrarile pacientilor si un fisier pentru masuratori particulare, permitand
inregistrarea si stocarea in memoria interna a 250 de inregistrari ale tuturor masuratorilor, si tiparirea lor ulterioara fie
pe imprimanta termica fie, mult mai confortabil si mai economic, pe o imprimanta externa conectata prin portul USB.
BTL-08 Spiro este prevazut cu acumulator intern. Masuratorile pot fi incepute imediat dupa ce aparatul a fost pornit si
dupa ce s-au introdus datele personale ale pacientului, sau dupa ce s-a ales pacientul din baza de date.
BTL-08 Spiro a fost dezvoltat dupa ultimile cunostinte si recomandari in conformitate cu referintele ATS / ERS 2005
si Standardele Europene pentru spirometrie, EN 13826.
Pneumotacograful pentru BTL-08 Spiro poate fi achizitionat separat si poate fi conectat ca accesoriu suplimentar la
Electrocardiografele din gana BTL-08 EKG (BTL-08 ECG type SD, MT Plus, LT, LT Plus, LC and LC Plus).
Ultimile informatii despre produse pot fi gasite la adresa http://www.btl.ro.
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PERFORMANTE
2.1
ALE TESTULUI
DE SPIROMETRIE
CONTRAINDICATII
Aceasta lista cu contraindicatii ne spune cand producatorul nu recomanda a se realiza un anumit test.
2.1.1 Absolute
Conditii postoperative dupa operatii toracale
Infarct miocardic in ultima luna
Episema instabilitate a traiectului aerian
Hipersensibilitate pulmonara
Insuficienta respiratorie totala sau partiala dificultati serioase in timpul schimbului de gaze
2.1.2 Relative
Conditii spontane dupa pneumothorax
Arterial anevrisme venoase
Hipertensiune arteriala severa
Sarcina cu complicatii in luna a treia
Testul PRO in profilul MVV: Sindrom hiperventilare
2.2
CONDITII CARE POT INFLUENTA CONSIDERABIL REZULTATELE

MASURATORILOR [1]
Dureri pulmonare sau stomacale puternice

Dureri puternice faciale
Stress
Boli mentale
Fumat cu mai putin de o ora inaintea testului
Consumul de alcool cu mai putin de 4 ore inainte de examinare
Nivel ridicat de activitate cu cel putin 30 de minute inaintea examinarii
Mese abundente cu cel putin 2 ore inaintea examinarii
Imbracaminte mulata ce poate influenta respiratia maxima
Igiena senzorului de spirometrie intotdeauna mentineti senzorul curat si uscat
Inserarea garniturii de silicon intre senzorul de spirometrie si pneumotacograf in lipsa ei nu este posibila
masurarea oricerei curbe sau calibrarea senzorului!
2.3
SECVENTA RECOMANDATA A TESTELOR
Spirometrie de forta FVC, PEF

Spirometrie la repaus SVC, MVV
Inhalare de medicamente (daca este necesar)
Repetarea spirometriei de forta examinare post-medicala
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2.4
PERFORMANTE ALE TESTULUI DE SPIROMETRIE DE FORTA
Aceasta este o examinare, cand ecranul va fiseaza un grafic cu bucla completa pentru inspiratie si respiratie
- flux [F] / volum [V]
- volum [V] / timp [t] (numai partea curbei corespunzatoare respiratiei)
- si eventual, imagini de motivare pentru copii
Pasii ce trebuiesc urmati pentru a face o examinare:
PORNITI aparatul (on/off) ALEGETI PROFILUL (FORCED - <<forta>>) INTRODUCETI DATELE
PACIENTULUI PORNITI TESTUL (butonul start) OPRIRE AUTOMATA.
Inaintea oricarei masuratori, verificati sau ajustati si setati acesti parametrii acestia nu pot fi modificati in timpul
inregistrarii:
Curatati si uscati perfect senzorul de spirometrie
Selectati profilul dorit
Selectati parametrii clinici (spiro parameters)
Selectati tipul de test (bronchodilator, bronchoconstrictor test)
Tipul dozajului
Selectate tip spirometrie de forta: completa; inspiro/expiro (complete) / expiro (expiratory)
Examinarea va fi automat oprita dupa terminarea timpului (setat in profil); mai poate fi oprita in orice moment prin
apasarea tastei stop. Daca masuratorile sunt acceptate, confirmati aceasta prin apasarea tastei accept.
Pentru a tipari rezultatele, apasati print. Aparatul va porni imediat tiparirea pe hartia termica a rezultatelor obtinute in
timpul masuratorilor.
Masuratorile vor fi automat inregistrate in memoria aparatului!
Evaluarea ambelor teste:
Examinarea simpla se termina cu acceptarea celor 3 proceduri. Apoi, un tabel va fi afisat langa cele trei curbe din
graficul Flux/Volum; tabelul include valorile masurate FEV1, FVC si PEF comparate cu valorile predictive, individual
pentru fiecare procedura. In acelasi timp programul evidentiaza cea mai buna curba. Manual se poate alege oricare
dintre curbe prin apasarea in tabel pe procedura corespunzatoare.
In acelasi timp se face o reeditate a parametrilor afisati FEV1, FVC si PEF (ex. FVC+ inseamna ca acel FVC este
recalculat, FVC- inseamna ca FVC nu se poate recalcula).
2.4.1
Spirometrie de forta inspiro/expiro
Porniti aparatul prin apasarea butonului on /off.

Alegeti profilul menu profile setup forced si urmati instructiunile de pe ecranul aparatului. Examinarea
include o indeplinire a cel putin trei teste corecte (acceptate).
Introduceti numele si datele pacientului (data nasterii, sexul, greutatea, inaltimea si grupul etnic); acestea vor fi
necesare pentru a calcula valorile predictive; apasati butonul patient.
Verificati daca senzorul de spirometrie este curat.
Initializarea testului se face apasand butonul start.
Rugati pacientul sa respire calm, dar maxim, in pneumotacograf si imediat dupa aceasta sa inspire maxim si sa
expire maxim in forta si in acelasi timp, incurajati pacientul prin ai spune mai mult, mai mult si mai adanc in
faza de maxim a inspiro si expiro.
Testul se termina automat dupa scurgerea timpului setat pentru profilul respectiv sau prin apasarea butonului
stop.
Imediat dupa terminarea primei proceduri, butonul accept va aparea in partea de jos a ecranului. Acceptati
aceste masuratori ca fiind corecte prin apasarea acestui buton si apoi continuati procedura prin apasarea
butonului start.
Vizualizarea rezultatelor primei proceduri se poate face prin apasarea butonului analyse (in partea de jos a
ecranului dupa apasarea butonului accept); ne vor fi afsate rezultatele si curba inspiro/expiro pentru testul
realizat.
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ATENTIE! Acesta este o terminare prematura a testului, si este imposibil sa mai continuam cu alte masuratori
imediat dupa aceasta..
BTL-08 Spiro va salva rezultatele dupa trei teste consecutive. Daca s-au efectuat trei teste corecte, atunci
rezultatele vor fi afisate pe ecran, si aparatul va alege automet cea mai buna curba in conformitate cu criteriul
FEV1 + FVC in profilul forced.
Butoanele start si accept vor aparea la finalul fiecarei proceduri. In cazul unei proceduri nereusite, renuntati la datele
culese prin apasarea butonului start; in cazul in care procedura este corecta, alegeti accept si continuati cu
procedura urmatoare. Va recomandam sa aveti 3 masuratori corecte consecutive pentru a avea o comparatie corecta
a rezultatelor.
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2.4.2 Spirometrie de forta - Expiro

Pornti aparatul prin apasarea butonului on/off.
Choose printing record profile menu profile setup forced and follow the instructions on the display of the
device. The examination includes a completion of at least three correct (accepted) measurements (procedures).
Enter the patient's name and data (date of birth, sex, weight, height and race); this will be used for the calculation
of the predictive values and for the record analysis - press the patient button.
Check the cleanness of spirometric sensor and measuring wire-gauze.
The initiation of the signal collection will start by pressing the start button.
Ask the patient to maximally forcefully inspire (aside the spirometric module), immediately after that enclose the
mouthpiece of the spirometer in his lips and maximally narrowly breathe into the spirometric module. Encourage
your patient during his maximal expiration by saying "more and more" and "even deeper". We recommend using a
nose clip.
The collection finishes automatically after a lapse of exact time in a certain profile (see examination in set profiles)
or by pressing the stop button.
Right after the first achieved procedure, the accept button will occur on the bottom line of the touch screen. You
will accept the measurements as correct by pressing this button and then continue with collection by pressing
start.
A view of the records from of the first procedure can be obtained by the analyse button (displayed on the bottom
line of the touch screen - after pressing the accept button), this view will show you the already measured results
and values of the spirometric curve. WARNING! This is a premature termination of the examination, and it is
impossible to continue further measuring after that.
The BTL-08 Spiro will save the results after three consecutive collections. If there are three correct measurements
received (by the accept button) then the results from the measurements will be displayed on the screen, and
the device will accomplish an automatic selection of the best curves according to the criteria FEV1 + FVC in
forced profile.
The buttons start and accept will appear at the end of each procedure. In the case of an unsuccessful measurement,
carry out the collection again by pressing the start button, the results of the last measurement will be automatically
discarded, if the test was accomplished correctly, choose accept and continue in measuring the next procedure. We
recommend accomplishing 3 consecutive measurements for a correct comparison of the results.
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2.5
PERFORMANCE OF RELAXED SPIROMETRY TEST
An examination in relaxed profile will test changing volume of lungs at the beginning of relaxed expiration when the
lungs are completely filled, to the end of expiration when the lungs contain only a residual volume and conversely.
Course of examination scheme:
SWITCH ON device on/off CHOOSE PROFILE (RELAXED) ENTER PATIENT'S DATA START COLLECTION
start button AUTOMATIC FINISH.
Before starting the record, check or adjust and set these parameters they cannot be changed during the record:
clean and absolutely dry the spirometric sensor and measuring net
clinical parameters (spiro parameters)
required profile
Examination will be automatically finished after the time (set in profile) is up, it can be also stopped any time by the
stop key. If the actual measuring is accepted, confirm it by pressing the accept button.
Press the print key. The device will start printing the results of the gained values during measuring on thermal paper.
Measurements are automatically stored in record files!
Switch the device on by pressing on/off.
Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup relaxed and follow the instructions on the display of
the device. The examination includes the completion of at least three correct (accepted) measurements
(procedures).
Ask your patient to grip the mouthpiece firmly in his lips and breathe calmly, tell him to perform a maximal deep
expiration without major effort until all the air is emptied from the lungs, and then slowly breathe until the
maximum aspiration (so - called EVC procedure) and ask him again to perform everything conversely (so - called
IVC procedure).
The initiation of the signal collection will start by pressing the start button.
The patient breathes composedly. When the curve crosses the vertical dashed line (6 seconds from the start of
measuring), ask the patient to perform the EVC procedure (deep expiration and then slow deep aspiration to the
maximum) and after a short relaxed breathing (about 3 to 5 cycles) ask your patient to perform the IVC procedure
(deep aspiration and then deep expiration until all air is out of lungs). The patient should accomplish both these
procedures within 30 seconds it is on the display marked by space between vertical dashed lines. The patient
can continue with relaxed breathing, measuring is finished.
The collection finishes automatically after a lapse of exact time in a certain profile (see examination in set profiles)
or by pressing the stop button.
Right after the first achieved procedure, the accept button will occur on the bottom line of the touch screen. You
will accept the measurements as correct by pressing this button and then continue with collection by pressing
start.
line of the touch screen - after pressing the accept button), this view will show you the already measured results
The BTL-08 Spiro will save and compare the results after three consecutive collections. If there are three correct
measurements received (by the accept button) then the results from the measurements will be displayed on the
screen, and the device will accomplish an automatic selection of the best curves according to the criteria SVC in
relaxed profile.
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To finish the measurements, the stop button will appear during each procedure. In case of an unsuccessful
measurement carry out the collection again by pressing the start button, if the test was accomplished correctly,
choose accept and continue with measurements.
WARNING! Patients with COLD (Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) can take a longer time to breathe out and may
faint.
During and after the measurements, there are SVC, ERV, IRV and TV values displayed on the screen along with
volume [V] / time [t] curve. All procedures are shown on the display, including a graphic chart of slow vital capacity for
the best performed aspiration / expiration of the current patient, compared with a selected predictive value.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
3.1
DESCRIPTION OF THE BTL- 08 SPIRO
3.1.1 Keyboard and top panel of the device
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Description of individual keys see chapter Function summary of keyboards buttons

1.
printer cover
2.
detent lever for the printer head
3.
colour touch screen
4.
battery level indicator (batt)
5.
switch - on indicator (power)
6.
storage battery charging indicator (charge)
7.
discharged storage battery indicator (low batt)
8.
printer error indicator (printer)
9.
connector for patient ECG cable (possibility to extend the spirometry for ECG module)
10.
part of the keyboard to operate the printer
11.
part of the keyboard for setting record characteristics
12.
pneumotachograph
13.
ergonomic spirometer holder
3.1.2 Rear panel of the device
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
device switch position 0 and I

connector for feeder cable connection
communication connector CS 232 to connect pneumotachograph
communication connector USB to connect personal computer (PC) or external printer
line fuse
manufacturing and type plate (placed on bottom cover of the device)
mains voltage switch
RESET button, programme restart, in case the device does not respond to pressing any key
clamp for device shielding (it is placed on the bottom cover of the device, only with the shouldered ECG
module)
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3.1.3 Pneumotachograph description
Description of the parts:

23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
3.2
plastic mouthpiece (can be replaced by paper mouthpiece)

spirometric sensor
button to release spirometric sensor
pneumotachograph
silicone seal
DEVICE ASSEMBLY AND PUTTING INTO OPERATION
Unpack the device from the wrapping and place it on a firm flat surface, large enough to support the weight of the
device.
Do not expose the device to the direct rays of the sun. The device heats up during operation therefore it must not be
placed near equipment that can heat up or generate heat. You must not place any objects producing heat on the
device, or objects containing water, or any other liquid.
Do not place the device near equipment producing a strong electromagnetic, electric, or magnetic field (diathermy, X rays etc.); it could affect the operation of the device.
In addition the recording paper, which is heat- sensitive, should be placed out of reach of thermal radiators (including
direct sunlight) see chapter Storing conditions of thermal-sensitive paper. In case of any doubts contact the
authorised service of BTL equipment.
The BTL-08 spiro device is cooled by natural and compulsory air circulation. The cooling openings are placed under
the device and around the printer, and must not be covered. Therefore do not put the device on a soft surface, so as
not to cover or limit the air circulation to the lower cooling openings.
We recommend that you keep the device packaging for eventual further transport of the device.
Plug the device directly into the power mains supply; do not use extension cord with multiple connections or
the adaptor.
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Switching the device on:

Plug the power cord into the socket, switch toggle switch (see No.14 in chapter Rear panel of the device on the rear
display) marked O/ I to position I and finally press the on/off switch on the keyboard. The switch - on indicator (5) will
light up.
Do not leave the power switch of the device (14) in position I, in order to charge the storage batteries.
Storage battery charging:
The device contains an internal storage battery, which is supplied in a semi - charged state. Therefore, after the
device is purchased, we recommend to accomplish formatting the storage battery, i. e. to plug the device into the
power mains supply with the toggle switch (14) in position I, for at least 48 hours non-stop. The device will be
charged up and storage battery will be correctly formatted and recharged to the maximum level. A correctly formatted
storage battery allows long-term operation of the device on one charge. For further information see Storage battery.
3.3
FUNCTION SUMMARY OF KEYBOARD BUTTONS
Touch screen buttons, if displayed, provide the same functions as the buttons on the keyboard. The touch screen
buttons can be pressed by the finger or by a special pointer with a soft tip, so - called touch screen pen pointer, which
is a part of the standard accessories of the device.
WARNING! The touch panel must not get into contact with any sharp instruments, ball-point pen, etc.
3.3.1 start
It is used to start the beginning of data collection for particular measurements. It is always necessary to enter all the
important information about the patient before the initiation of the collection (see. menu - patient selection);
otherwise it will not be possible to perform the whole measuring.
3.3.2 accept
Pressing the accept button confirms acceptance of the collected data of particular measurements, if the collection is
unsatisfactory, press the start button again.
3.3.3 stop
This button is used to interrupt printing in progress. If the device is engaged with e.g. analysis, or measuring
spirometric curves, the reaction of pressing the stop button can be delayed. In such cases wait, until the device
finishes the performed operation and press the button again.
3.3.4 print
A report of the completed metering or measurement chosen from the database can be printed out by pressing this
button; otherwise the collection will be saved in the memory of the device in the pre - set profile.
If the device is engaged with e.g. analysis, or measuring spirometric curves, the reaction to pressing the print button
can be delayed. In such cases wait until the device finishes the performed operation the report working ... will stop
showing on display - and press the button again.
3.3.5 analyse
Press this button to display the result of the analysis of the last collection. At the same time it is used to abort the
examination of the patient - by pressing the button, the measuring will finish and it is not possible to continue the
measurements again.
3.3.6 forced
By pressing the forced button you will confirm the selection of data collection in the forced profile.
3.3.7 relaxed
By pressing the relaxed button you will confirm the selection of data collection in the relaxed profile.
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3.3.8 mvv
By pressing the mvv button you will confirm the selection of data collection in the mvv profile.
3.3.9 profile
Choose one of the possible user-profiles that can be modified in the profile setup. The selection cyclically rotates
over the actual profiles. The collection starts according to parameters preset in the memory of the device. The choice
of an actual regime is indicated at the bottom status line of the display.
Certain profiles can be selected also with the touch screen buttons directly on the display. Touch the screen in any
place and the top and bottom toolbars with the control buttons will come up on the display. Pressing the touch screen,
the profile button will show you the menu with the choice of all possible profiles in the device.
3.3.10
patient
This button is used to activate the dialog box for entering data about a new patient. The data is saved by pressing
enter. This data is printed in the record, at the same time saved in the devices memory together with the collection,
and can be selected from patients' file (see menu - select patient), where you can view them and eventually print
them out on recording paper. Select the type of data from the menu that can be modified (filled in and saved), e.g. device setup - patient record setup.
3.3.11
calibr
Press the calibr button and enter calibration records submenu or use calib. button at the right bottom status bar on
the display. Further selection in the calibration records submenu is controlled by the touch screen. There is possible to
perform calibration or calibration verification. For detailed description of all calibration functions please see chapter
Calibration.
3.3.12
child incentive
This is used to switch the stimulation on/off to motivate children during examination in the forced profile. A chosen
picture is displayed on the right half of the screen. For the setup see menu profile setup.
3.3.13
predict values
Enter to select the system of spirometry predictive values resulting from the choice of expected values
(e.g. Knudson, Roca, ECCS etc.)
3.3.14
contrast
The button is used to set up the contrast quickly of the display. The contrast can also be changed at the device setup
menu. Change of contrast of the colour display can modify the actual colour scheme.
3.3.15
menu
This button is used to enter the menu that includes the device setup, patients' data service etc.
To enter the menu you can also use the touch screen. Touch the screen at any place and the top and bottom toolbars
with the control buttons will come up on the display. Press the touch screen menu button (right bottom corner) or
press the button on the keyboard and the device menu will appear.
3.3.16
up-arrow/down-arrow
These buttons are used to move the menu and eventually to change the values. The touch screen buttons, if
displayed, provide the same functions as on the keyboard.
3.3.17
esc
This button is used to cancel the choice or to return to a higher dialog box in the menu without saving the entered
values. The touch screen button, if displayed, is used the same way as on the keyboard.
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3.3.18
enter
The button is used to confirm the selection and saving the values or to enter the lower dialog box of the menu. The
touch screen button, if displayed, provides the same function as on the keyboard.
3.3.19
on/off
The button is used to switch the device on and off. When switching off, the device monitors the state of the storage
batteries; if the batteries are discharged, the device will switch into charging mode, with power and charge indicators
on. When the storage battery is recharged, the device will automatically switch off completely. This applies only if the
device is plugged into the power mains and the toggle switch (14) on the rear panel is in position I. if it is not
connected, or the switch (14) is in position 0, the device will switch off completely.
Note
It may take some time to recognize the condition of the storage battery; therefore the device can respond with a
certain delay when switched off and immediately switched on again.
All the saved data of the device is kept in the memory even during power shutdown.
3.3.20
paper feeder (FF form feed)
This button is available only on the touch screen. Touch the screen on any place and the top and bottom toolbar with
the control buttons will appear on the display. The FF button form feed is in the left bottom corner. Press the button
and the paper will come out of the printer. Depending on the type of paper, it will move out to the next page (z-fold
paper), or about 3cm out (roll - paper). It is possible to press the button repeatedly. For more information on
manipulation with the paper, see chapter Printer and paper.
3.3.21
device reset
If the device for some reason (electromagnetic disturbance etc.) stops responding to the user's instructions (keyboard,
touch panel) and there is no 'wait please' sign with moving squares, then it is possible to put the device into an initial
state by pressing the reset button (18) on rear panel of the device. After this action the device will restart immediately.
Then it is possible the carry working with the device.
Note
If the device is in this state (i. e. no response") the button on / off malfunctions too. The only help is to press the
reset, see above.
3.4
PRINTER AND PAPER
The printer uses thermal - sensitive paper for the record. The paper quality can significantly influence the quality of
print. For a high - quality record we advise to use only paper recommended by the BTL Company.
The yellow indicator (8) displays an error condition, which occurred in the printer. It can be caused by:
missing paper
faulty pressure of the printer head on the paper ( detent lever of the printer head (2) is in the unlocked position; by
turning the detent lever leftwards, the head will lock and will be ready for printing).
inaccurately closed printer cover, the use of unsuitable paper type or setup of inadequate paper type.
Error message with additional information is displayed on the screen together with the indicator.
Another possible way of printing is the connection of an external printer through a USB interface. The USB connector
is located on the rear panel (17) and it is designed to connect the PC and/or printers. Detailed description of the
printer selection, see below.
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3.4.1 Paper sensitivity

Every paper type is slightly different, depending on sensitivity to thermal impulses produced by the printer. The final
print can be too light and illegible, or opposite too dark, almost burnt (it is displayed as white centre inside the printed
line).
For these reasons, the device allows it to adapt to different paper types. Paper sensitivity can be set in the menu
device setup - paper and print setup, at the entry paper sensitivity. The more sensitive paper is set, the lighter the
print will be in the end. There are 5 sensitivity setups available altogether. The best is to always try a suitable setup on
a couple of prints when changing the paper type.
3.4.2 Roll paper with raster
The device can print on thermal - sensitive roll paper with raster of 112 mm nominal width (see. chapter Technical
specifications). For a high - quality record we recommend to use paper supplied by BTL companies only.
Paper insertion: Remove the printer cover (1), move the detent lever (2) to the right, insert the paper into the paper
container and place in front of the printer roller. Insert the end of the recording paper under the guide roller and the
printer mechanism will start to draw the paper in automatically. Close the paper container cover and return the detent
lever left. Crooked or an unevenly torn end of the inserting paper can obstruct automatic pulling of the paper, or the
detent lever position must be completely to the right of the end.
The paper feeder button, or the next page shift (FF form feed) is available also on the touch screen in left bottom
corner. By pressing this button, the paper can be released any time from the device.
Tearing the paper: We recommend to tearing the roll paper away by pulling it directly from the bottom paper margin
across the tear - off edge towards the display.
ATTENTION
It is absolutely essential to fold and insert the new paper very carefully and exactly parallel with the tear - off
edge (raster on paper must be exactly in parallel with the tear - off edge); otherwise the paper will descend
sidelong during unwinding, or will crush inside and tear.
3.4.3 USB printer setup
Pressing the USB printer setup button will open the dialog box for the printer selection, which includes following
entries: print resolution for printers connected through USB - resolution (dpi), the button for printing a test copy on
the printer connected through USB printer test and information on a printer currently connected to the device.
The description of currently connected USB equipment includes: the equipment manufacturer, supported languages,
available memory or maximum resolution supported by the printer.
In some cases, this information can be inaccessible, e.g. if the printer connected to the device is not supported or
equipment (other than a printer) is connected to the device.
The maximum recommended length of a USB cable is 1,5 m.
Printer requirements:
interface USB1.1 or USB2.0
PCL5 language
compatible with HP DeskJet or LaserJet
ATTENTION
Some printers, that are not fully compatible with USB standard, may not be recognized by the device and can
cause slow data transmission through USB. This current version does not support the printer model HP LJ
1022. Actual information on compatible printers is available at your BTL device supplier.
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3.4.3.1
resolution (dpi)
This item is used to change the resolution applied in USB printer. We recommend 200 dpi for faster print. Resolution
300 dpi is intended for high - quality printing. Print a test copy to find the suitable resolution for your printer.
3.4.3.2
printer test
Only the USB printer can print a test copy for detection of correct interface and setup.
The test page includes: dimensions to find correct resolution, used resolution, description of the USB printer and a
description of the device.
Compare the actual measurements of the printing area with the dimensions printed on the paper and find out, if the
selected resolution was correct.
3.4.4 Storing conditions of thermal-sensitive paper
The device prints on thermal - sensitive paper. To achieve the longest time stability of the printed record, it is
absolutely necessary to keep the following conditions for storing the new and the printed paper:
storage temperature
25C and lower
relative humidity
65% and lower
do not expose the paper to the sunlight
do not expose the paper to long - term radiation of fluorescent sources (fluorescent tubes etc.)
prevent the paper from contact with alcohol based glue (or esters, ketones etc). Use only starch, PVA or CMC
based dispersive glue.
prevent the paper from any direct contact with PVC packing material. This packing contains material based on
esters that can damage the thermal - sensitive coat of the paper and cause disappearance of the record.
3.5
STORAGE BATTERY
The type of the storage battery is mentioned in chapter Technical specifications. An authorised customer service of
the BTL device provides replacement of the battery.
The storage battery is continuously recharged during the operation of the device from the power mains. Charging and
maintenance of the battery in the charged condition is also in progress when the device is switched off, but it is
connected to the power mains and power switch (14) on the rear panel in position I. When switching off, the device
checks the charging condition of the storage battery and if the battery is discharged, then the device will be turned into
charging regime, the display will be switched off and the power and charge indicators will be on, see chapter
Keyboard and the top panel of the device. When the storage battery is recharged, the device will automatically
switch off completely. This applies only if the device is plugged in the power mains and the toggle switch (14) on the
rear panel is in position I.
Finding out the condition of the storage battery lasts a while, therefore the device can respond with a certain delay
during switching-off and immediately switching-on again.
Complete storage battery recharge is achieved after about 6- hour charging preferably overnight.
The discharged storage battery is indicated by two signalling levels.
the storage battery is almost discharged, but it can still briefly print the low batt indicator (7) flashes
the storage battery is discharged, the device disables the printer to print the low batt indicator (7) lights up
permanently and at the same time the device makes a warning signal (short intermittent bleep 1x about every 20
seconds). The audible alarm can be turned off, see chapter Battery level indicator.
It is possible, that the device will not be able to print the whole spirometric record, if the storage battery discharge
condition is indicated. Printing can be interrupted during the collection of data. Nevertheless the data is saved in the
device memory and can be printed after the storage battery is recharged.
To extend the effective life of the storage battery, we recommend keeping it permanently charged. At any chance,
connect the spirometer to the power mains and turn the power switch (14) to the position I. The indicator (6) will switch
on and will switch off when recharged, and the storage battery will be automatically maintained in a charged condition.
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If the device is disconnected from the mains or is in the switched off position for a longer time, then the storage battery
gradually and spontaneously discharges. This effect is a characteristic of the applied storage battery and cannot be
removed, therefore if the device was switched off and disconnected for more than about 2 - 3 months, we advise to
recharge the device, preferably 48 hours non-stop.
For the same reason we recommend to charge the device immediately after purchase, continuously for at least 48
hours regardless of the storage battery level indicator (you can use the device as normal, except do not unplug the
device from the power mains, the storage battery is charged up even during standard operation of the device). The
storage battery will format itself and the device will last longer in operation during one recharge.
3.6
LITHIUM BATTERY
The device includes a lithium battery for date and time backup. The type of the battery is mentioned in chapter
Technical specifications. Replacement of the battery is provided by an authorised customer service of the BTL
device.
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COURSE
OF EXAMINATION
When switched-on, the device will start in the preset profile. It is possible to set the profile in menu profile setup.
Default profile forced is preset by the manufacturer. Therefore, the graph of full expiratory and inspiratory loop - flow
[F] / volume [V] and the graph of expiratory curve - volume [V] / time [t] will come up on display. The device is ready
for direct data collection. The display also shows these buttons and information:
menu
start
selected printing profile
FF (form feed)
4.1
PROFILE SELECTION FOR COLLECTION OF THE SPIRO RECORD
The profiles are used for fast setup of the device and its instant preparation for measuring. There are preset
specifications of the collection and the printer configuration. Parameters of the basic profiles are preset by the
manufacturer. Profiles can be changed in the menu of the device as needed, or before each examination, but not
during measuring. Performed changes can also be saved in the memory of the device.
The device has 3 predefined basic profiles.
The forced profile is used for examination of a forced vital capacity, relaxed profile for a slow vital capacity and mvv
profile for maximum voluntary ventilation. Apart from these three profiles, it is possible to create and also set other
profiles (their selection is cyclic by pressing the profile button).
The collection of spirometric examination starts by pressing the start button. The collection finishes automatically after
a lapse of time set in the profile, or by pressing the stop button.
Depending on the set profile, the device can still be completing the data collection for some time, a circle with
working ..." sign is displayed on the screen. At this moment the device performs the analysis of recorded
measurements and saves it in the memory of the device.
4.2
PATIENT SELECTION
During and at the end of the examination, the measured records are compared with the presumed values that depend
on some specifications of the patient e.g. age, sex etc.
The patient can be chosen from the patients' database or a new entry can be inserted (see menu patient
selection). The following minimum data about the patient is required to count the predictive values and the analysis
of the spirometric curve: name, surname or ID, date of birth, sex and height.
To specify the height of e.g. handicapped people, it is possible to also use the length of their arms (arm span).
4.3
PNEUMOTACHOGRAPH INTERFACE
Before the actual examination, you must insert the patient's part of the spirometry - pneumotachograph with the
spirometric sensor and the mouthpiece to the connector (16) on the rear panel of the device. The connector is marked
as RS232.
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4.4
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Switch the device on by pressing on /off button.

Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup forced (relaxed or mvv) and follow the instructions
on the display of the device. The examination includes the completion of at least three correct (accepted)
measurements (procedures).
Initiation of the signal collection will start by pressing the start button.
The collection finishes automatically after an exact lapse of time in a certain profile (if activated - see examination
in set profiles) or by pressing the stop button.
Directly after the first achieved procedure, the accept button will appear on the bottom line of the touch screen.
You will accept the measurements as correct by pressing this button and then continue with the collection by
pressing start.
A view of the records from the first procedure can be obtained by the analyse button (displayed on the bottom
line of the touch screen - after pressing the accept button), this view will show you the current measured results
The BTL- 08 Spiro will save the results from three consecutive collections. If there are three correct
measurements received (by the accept button) then the results from the measurements will be displayed on the
screen, and the device will accomplish an automatic selection of the best curves according to the criteria FEV1 +
FVC in the forced profile, according to the criteria SVC in the relaxed profile and according to the mvv criteria in
the mvv profile.
4.4.1 Examination in forced profile
This is an examination, when the display shows a graphic chart for the complete expiratory and inspiratory loop:
- flow [F] / volume [V]
- volume [V] / time [t] (only expiratory part of the curve)
- and eventually a motivational picture for children
SWITCH ON device on/off CHOOSE PROFILE (FORCED) ENTER PATIENT'S DATA START COLLECTION
start button AUTOMATIC FINISH.
Before starting the record, check or adjust and set these parameters they cannot be changed during record:
required profile
selection of the test type (bronchodilator, bronchoconstrictor test)
type of dosage
choice of inspiratory and expiratory forced spirometry (complete spirometry) / expiratory forced spirometry
(expiratory)
The examination will be automatically finished after the time (set in profile) is up, it can be also stopped at any time by
the stop key. If the actual measuring is accepted, confirm it by pressing the accept button.
Press the print keys. The device will start printing the results of the gained values during measuring on thermal paper.
The measurements are automatically stored in the record files!
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Evaluation of both tests:

The basic examination ends with the acceptance of three procedures. Then a table is displayed next to three valid
procedures (graphics) in the flow/volume graphic chart; the table includes measured values FEV1, FVC and PEF
compared with the predictive values for individual procedures. At the same time the programme highlights the best
curve. You can manually choose a different curve by clicking an appropriate procedure at the displayed table.
At the same time there are reproducibility of FEV1, FVC and PEF parameters displayed (e.g. FVC+ means that FVC
is reproducible, FVC- means that it is not reproducible).
4.4.1.1
Inspiratory and expiratory forced spirometry
(complete)
Switch the device on by pressing the on /off button.
Check, whether the spirometer is correctly calibrated.
Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup forced and follow the instructions on the display of
the device. The examination includes a fulfilment of at least three correct (accepted) measurements (procedures).
Make sure, that the selection of the complete spirometry is switched on - menu - profile setup - forced - adjust spirometry mode - inspiratory and expiratory forced spirometry (complete).
Explain carefully to the patient the course of the test, eventually demonstrate the test clearly.
Ask the patient about possible contra - indications, recent illnesses, used medicaments and whether the patient is
a smoker or a non-smoker. Measure the weight and height of the patient (without shoes) - height of the
handicapped people can be also measured as length of their arms (arm span).
Make sure, that the patient takes off any tight clothes, as this could misrepresent the test results.
The patient should sit comfortably throughout the test with his/her head slightly bent forwards. Spirometric sensor
has to be at horizontal position.
Ask the patient to put the nose clip on and check the tightness by requesting the patient to breathe through their
nose.
Pass the patient the spirometric module. The patient must grasp the spirometric module preferably with both
hands and his/her lips must hold the spirometer mouthpiece on the outside.
Ask the patient to breathe calmly and casually.
Start the measurements by pressing the start button.
Ask the patient to breathe calmly and maximally into the pneumotograph and straight after that to do a maximally
forced aspiration and maximally forced expiration - and at the same time encourage the patient by saying "more
and more" and "even deeper" in the stages of maximum aspiration and expiration.
Let the procedure finish either automatically or by pressing the stop button.
The report on the quality of the procedure on the display of the device will help you to accept or refuse the
accomplished procedure. Inform the patient, how to do the next procedure well or even better, and assure
him/her, that procedure was performed correctly. In the case of an unsuccessful measuring, perform the collection
again by pressing the start button, if the test was performed correctly, choose accept and continue with
measuring. We recommend accomplishing 3 consecutive measurements for a correct comparison of the results.
Give the patient enough time to relax (15 - 30s) between the repeated procedures, otherwise the patient will not
be able to perform another forced aspiration and expiration which can lead to hyperventilation of the patient.
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Repeat it all, until there are at least three procedures accepted or the test is finished prematurely by pressing the
analyse button (displayed on the bottom line of the touch screen after pressing the accept button). The total
number of procedures should not exceed eight.
Check the reproducibility of FVC, FEV1 and PEF parameters.
Carefully take the mouthpiece and the nose clip from the patient using a piece cloth to avoid direct contact with
your skin and the mouthpiece.
4.4.1.2
Expiratory forced spirometry (expiratory)
Switch the device on by pressing the on /off button.

Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup forced and follow the instructions on the display of
the device. Examination includes a fulfilment of at least three correct (accepted) measurements (procedures).
Make sure, that the selection of the complete spirometry is switched on - menu - profile setup - forced - adjust spirometry mode - expiratory forced spirometry (expiratory).
Ask the patient about possible contraindications, recent illnesses, medicaments used and whether the patient is a
smoker or a non-smoker. Measure the weight and height of the patient (without shoes) - height of the
handicapped people can be also measured as length of their arms (arm span).
nose.
hands.
Ask the patient to maximally forcefully inspire (aside the spirometric module), immediately after that enclose the
mouthpiece of the spirometer in his/her lips and maximally narrowly breathe into the spirometric module.
Encourage your patient during his/her maximal expiration by saying "more and more" and "even deeper".
Let the procedure finish either automatically or by pressing the stop button.
The report on the quality of the procedure on the display of the device will help you to accept or refuse the
accomplished procedure. Inform the patient, how to do the next procedure well or even better, at the end assure
him/her, that the procedure was performed correctly.
analyse button. The total number of procedures should not exceed eight.
Check the reproducibility of FVC, FEV1 and PEF parameters.
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4.4.2 Examination in relaxed profile
An examination in the relaxed profile will test the changing volume of lungs at the beginning of a relaxed expiration
when the lungs are completely filled, to the end of expiration when the lungs contain only a residual volume and
opposite.
SWITCH ON device on/off CHOOSE PROFILE (RELAXED) ENTER PATIENT'S DATA START COLLECTION
start button AUTOMATIC FINISH
required profile
The examination will be automatically finished after the time (set in profile) is up, it can be also stopped any time by
the stop key. If the actual measuring is accepted, confirm it by pressing the accept button.
Press print keys. The device will start printing the results of the gained values during measuring on thermal paper.
The measurements are automatically stored in record files!
Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup relaxed and follow the instructions on the display of
the device. The examination includes the completion of at least three correct (accepted) admeasurements
(procedures).
Ask the patient about possible contra indications, recent illnesses, medicaments used and whether the patient is a
handicapped people can be also measured as length of their arms (arm span) i.e. the maximum distance
between the tops of their middle fingers.
nose.
hands and his/her lips must hold the spirometer mouthpiece on the outside.
When the curve crosses the first vertical dashed line (at least 6s after pressing the START button), ask the patient
to perform a quick, but not hard maximal aspiration followed by instantaneous maximal slow expiration (so - called
EVC procedure) - encourage the patient during his/her maximal aspiration and expiration by saying "more and
more" and "even deeper".
Let the patient breathe calmly again.
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Before the curve crosses the second dashed line, ask the patient, to perform maximal slow expiration followed by
instantaneous fast, but not forced maximal aspiration (so - called IVC procedure) - once again encourage the
patient during his/her maximal expiration and aspiration by saying "more and more" and "even deeper".
Let the patient know the end of the procedure and let him/her breathe calmly again.
The procedure will finish either automatically in 30 seconds after pressing the start button or by pressing the stop
button.
Accept the correctly performed procedures.
analyse button (displayed in the bottom line of the touch screen after pressing the accept button). The total
number of procedures should not exceed eight.
To finish the measurements, the stop button will appear during each procedure. In case of an unsuccessful
WARNING! Patients with COLD (Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease) can take a longer time to breathe out and may
faint.
During and after the measurements, there are SVC, ERV, IRV and TV values displayed on the screen along with the
volume [V] / time [t] curve. All procedures are shown on the display, including a graphic chart of slow vital capacity for
the best performed aspiration / expiration of the current patient, compared with a selected predictive value.
4.4.3
Examination in mvv profile
The examination in mvv profile will test the maximal air volume breathed out during voluntary ventilation. This
measuring uses the volume [V] / time [t] graphic chart.
SWITCH ON device on/off CHOOSE PROFILE (MVV) ENTER PATIENT'S DATA START COLLECTION start
button AUTOMATIC FINISH.
required profile
Choose the printing record profile menu profile setup mvv and follow the instructions on the display of the
device. The examination includes the completion of at least three correct (accepted) admeasurements
(procedures).
Ask the patient about possible contraindications, recent illnesses, medicaments used and whether the patient is a
handicapped people can be also measured as length of their arms (arm span) i.e. the maximum distance
between the tops of their middle fingers.
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Spirometric sensor has to be at horizontal position.

Tell the patient firstly to breathe calmly, and then ask him/her to start breathing with maximal depth and frequency
for a period of 15 seconds.
Press the start button to start the testing.
The patient breathes calmly. When the displayed curve crosses the first dashed line (6s after the start of
measuring), ask the patient to breathe with maximal depth and frequency and encourage the patient until the
curve crosses the second vertical line (21s after the start of measuring).
After that, the patient can go back to slow breathing. Keep the ideal breath frequency of 90 - 110 breaths per
minute during the actual measuring, according to the condition of the patient. We recommend using the nose clip.
The examination will finish automatically after a lapse of time pre - set in the profile; it can be also cancelled any
time by pressing the stop button. To confirm the actual measuring, press the accept button.
To finish measurements, the stop button will appear during each procedure. In case of an unsuccessful
line of the touch screen - after pressing the accept button), this view will show you the current measured results
and values of the spirometric curve. WARNING! This is premature termination of examination, and it is
impossible to continue in further measuring after that.
The BTL-08 Spiro will save the results from three consecutive collections. If there are three correct measurements
received (by the accept button) then the results from the measurements will be displayed on the screen
Volume [V] - time [t] curve and a table with the measured parameters compared with the predictive values for every
accepted procedure are subsequently displayed on the screen during the measuring. After accepting the third
procedure, the table in the column Best will be completed with the biggest values of the measured parameters. The
measuring is considered to be sufficient, if the variability between the received procedures does not exceed 20%.
Press the print keys. The device will start printing the results of the gained values during the measuring on thermal
paper. The measurements are automatically stored in the record files!
4.5
BTPS CORRECTION
Air passing through the pneumotachograph during aspiration has a certain temperature, relative humidity and
pressure, corresponding to the conditions of the room, where the measuring is provided. These conditions are
referred to as ATP (ambient temperature and pressure). Air in the lungs will warm up to the body temperature and will
saturate with water vapour to almost 100% - so-called BTPS conditions (body temperature and pressure saturated
with water vapour).
This effect will change the air volume in the lungs. Therefore the spirometric values are re-counted for BTPS
conditions, to compare the gained results under different ambient conditions.
The pneumotachograph BTL- 08 Spiro includes all the needed sensors they measure temperature of the ambient
air, relative humidity and barometric pressure so the device is able to do the ATP correction for BTPS automatically.
4.5.1 ATP conversion into BTPS
The resultant values in spirometry are indicated in values converted to BTPS.
VBTPS = VATP * (Tbody / Tamb) * { [ pamb pH20(Tamb, Hamb) ] / [pamb pH20(Tbody, Hbody) ] }
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Where: VBTPS gas volume converted to BTPS conditions

VATP gas volume measured at ATP conditions
Tbody human body temperature in Kelvin (310 K)
Tamb ambient temperature in Kelvin
pamb atmospheric pressure at ATP conditions
pH20(Tamb, Hamb) vapour pressure at ATP conditions
pH20(Tbody, Hbody) vapour pressure at BTPS conditions is 6282 Pa, i. e. 47 torr
Hamb elative humidity
Hbody relative humidity in the lungs (100 %)
4.5.2 Measurement reliability and INTERPRETATION
We consider the parameters to be correct, if they were evaluated from the correctly performed procedures on a
properly calibrated device and under the conditions suitable for the patient. Therefore it is the operator's responsibility
to check the physical environmental conditions and also the calibration validity. Then after the completion of each
procedure, the operator is asked to evaluate it either the procedure is accepted or there will be another one
performed. In the forced profile the operator will automatically receive additional information on the FVC procedure on
the display - verbal classification (e.g. breathe out faster), and reproducibility of some parameters (FVC, FEV1 and
PEF). For these and other reasons the operator of this device should be properly and regularly trained.
The device in the forced profile provides an automatic interpretation of the results (Enright, BTS, ATS) on the basis of
entered data about the patient and a selected system of the predictive values. It is at the most advisable to doublecheck the accuracy of the entered specifications about the patient (age, sex, height etc.). However, it is up to the
operator and every doctor to take into consideration, how to use the results of this automatic interpretation.
It is necessary to mention, that the device, and especially the measuring net of the pneumotachograph, must be
properly taken care of, in particular keeping the device clean. Otherwise, some or all the parameters can be unreliable
regardless of the results of the calibration.
4.5.3 Measurement results and their acceptance (FVC
measurement)
The measurement results are acceptable, if:
they are without
o coughing
o closure of the vocal cords in the first seconds of expiration
o early interruption of expiration
o different intensity (consecutive measurements should not dramatically vary)
o escaping of air around the mouthpiece or through the nose
o blocked mouthpiece (e.g. with tongue)
they have a good start
o the volume removed by reverse extrapolation is lower than
0,15 l for FVC 3 l
5 % FVC for FVC > 3 l
o time until PEF is lower than 120 ms
expiration
o the graphic chart volume / time finishes with a horizontal curve, that lasts a reasonable time" (volume
time curve changes more, than 0,025 l per 1 second and longer time, and the patient exhaled longer than 3
seconds = for children up to 9 years included and longer than 6 seconds = for a patient 10 years included
or older) or
o the patient cannot continue with expiration any more
the three accepted measurements must comply with these tests
o the difference of the two biggest values FVC is lower than 0.15 l
o the difference of the two biggest values FEV1 is lower than 0.15 l
o if the previous two criteria are not executed, follow these procedures:
collect additional measurements and examine, whether the above mentioned criteria will are fulfilled
the total number of measurements is already 8
the patient cannot continue any more
the best curve will be chosen automatically, according to the criteria of the biggest total of FEV1 +FVC values and
the subsequent parameters will be calculated from this curve
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print of the best values FVC and FEV1 can be also selected to the resultant table so - called Best FVC and Best
FEV1
Evaluation of the measurement acceptance according to A.R.R.D. [1]:
Qualitative aspect
Faster start
More intensive expiration
Without coughing
Longer expiration
Deeper expiration
More intensive expiration
Deeper aspiration
Faster expiration
Good test
FVC reproducibility
PEF reproducibility
Criterion
VEXT > 5% of FVC and > 150ml
PEFT > 120 ms [1] or PEFT > 85 ms
50% flow drop in the first second
FET100% < 6 s
flow > 0.2 l/s up to 20 ml FVC
dPEF > 10%
dFVC > 200ml and 5% best FVC
dFEV1 > 200ml and 5% best FEV1
with no errors
at least 3 accepted procedures. Difference of the 2 biggest FVC up to 0.2l for
each of them
at least 3 accepted procedures. Difference of the 2 biggest FEV1 to the 0.2l
for each of them
2 biggest PEF up to 10 %
MVV too short test
MVV time shorter than 12s
FEV1 reproducibility
Algorithms for a verbal evaluation of the record according to Enright and BTS algorithms, mentioned in the figure,
see below:
ENRIGHT INTERPRETATION
Start
Check the quality of the procedure

common
spirometry
no
slight
spirometry
yes
mild
spirometry
yes
no
FVC under LLN?
FER under LLN?
yes
FVC above 60 % predict. values?
FEV1 above LLN?

no
no
FEV1 above 60 % predict. values?

no
FVC above 50 % predict. values?

no
FEV1 above 40 % predict. values?

no
serious obstruction /
spirometry
yes
boundary
obstruction
yes
slight
obstruction
yes
mild
obstruction
BTS INTERPRETATION
Start
Check the quality of the procedure
restrictive
disorder
yes
no
FEV1 a FVC <80% predict. values?

no
yes
common spirometry - yes

reduced FEV1
FEV1 <80% predict. values?
common spirometry - yes

reduced FVC
FEV1 <80% predict. values?
common
spirometry
FER < 70%?
no
yes
no
FEV1 < 60 % predict. values?
no
yes
FEV1< 40 % predict. values?
yes
Note: FER=FEV1/FVC
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common
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slight
obstruction
mild
obstruction
serious
obstruction
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SETUP
5.1
MODE
MAIN MENU
Enter the main menu from the regime of monitoring the aspiratory curves, by pressing the menu button. You can
enter the menu also through the touch screen. To enter the main menu of the device, press the touch screen button
with the menu sign (bottom right on display). You can choose from these options:
records file (data management)
profile setup
calibration
device setup
patient selection
doctor selection
5.1.1 Records file
This menu allows recalling, viewing and printing the last performed collections. The collections are saved in the
memory of the device automatically. In case the memory is full, the next performed collection will overwrite the oldest
record stored in the memory. The records marked as archive (the mark button; + sign is displayed in front of the
record), always stay in the memory of the device and are not overwritten (that means they must be deleted manually).
You can do the following operations with the chosen record:
print it repeatedly with a selected setup, as it was collected
view the record on display
mark/re-mark the record as archive
delete a selected record or all the records together
display the records in optional order according to the attribute - archive, date, name, or personal identification
number
Note:
The records are saved in the memory of the device in compressed form, in order to enter as many records in the
device as possible; therefore during the first archive entry the device must convert the records into a readable form.
This operation may even last several seconds depending on the number of saved records.
5.1.2 Profile setup
The profiles are used for a quick setup of the device and its immediate preparation for printing. They are preset
parameters of the collection and printing configurations. The parameters of the basic profiles are preset by the
manufacturer. The profiles can be set in the device menu before each examination, but not during measuring.
The device has 3 basic profiles:
forced profile (button forced) is used for examination of forced spirometry,
relaxed profile (button relaxed) for relaxed spirometry and
mvv profile (button mvv) for maximal voluntary ventilation.
Apart from these three, even other profiles can be created (it is a cyclic selection by pressing the profile button) the
existing profiles can be modified or eventually deleted (except the basic profiles, that cannot be deleted)
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5.1.2.1
Forced, relaxed and mvv profile properties setup
For each profile you can preset some of these parameters according to the type of profile:
name of the profile (can be changed only for user profiles)
type of the profile (can be changed only for user profiles)
predictive values (according to experimentally gained and evaluated measurements for a description see
chapter Predictive values)
spirometry parameters according to type of the profile
automatic printing (selection on / off automatic printing after the end of measuring)
print setup
o data printed in the record header (setting the printing header)
o interpretation in header (print / no print)
o spirometry graphic charts (print / no print)
o printer type (internal / external - USB)
automatic stop (the test is / is not automatically finished after a lapse of time, which is recommended by the
document [3] ATS / ERS 2005, see chapter List of used literature)
interpretation (choice of Enright, BTS or ATS)
broncho-dilatation test
o name of broncho-dilatation material
o type of dosage (ug or mg/ml)
o quantity
broncho-constriction test
o name of broncho-constrictive material
o type of dosage (ug or mg/ml)
o protocol
spirometry mode
o inspiratory and expiratory forced spirometry (complete)
o forced expiratory spirometry (expiratory)
5.1.3 Calibration
When choosing the calibration, the following buttons are displayed:
syringe volume setup setting the capacity of the calibration syringe (3 litres syringe supplied by BTL)
calibration records record database of performed calibrations
calibration setup setting the total number of manoeuvres performed for calibration and check calibration
Calibration records
There is possible to enter, select, edit and delete all records of appropriated spirometric sensors.To this purpose we
recommend to mark spirometric sensors with a number. Entrance to this menu is possible from on-line mode as well
by pressing of calibr key, eventually by pressing calib button on the touch panel.
Further button calibrate enables to perform calibration of selected sensor. When specified spirometric sensor is
selected it is possible to perform the verification of performed calibration by pressing the button calibration check at
the bottom status bar of display.
Calibration
Connect the calibration syringe firmly with the spirometric module. Press the start button to initiate the calibration.
Carry out a total filling and emptying of the calibration syringe (the best is the 3 litre capacity) according to the total
number of set manoeuvres in three different speeds according to the instructions on the calibration cylinder on the
display.
After completion of the last manoeuvre, stop the calibration by pressing stop button and a table with data for
individual calibration procedures and the resultant calibration coefficient for inspiratory and expiratory part will be
displayed on the screen. Everything will be saved in the database of the calibration records. The calibration result is
possible to print as well.
Calibration check
Connect the calibration syringe firmly with the spirometric module. Press the start button to initiate the verification of
the calibration. Carry out total filling and emptying of the calibration syringe according to the total number of set
manoeuvres, always at a specified speed according to the calibration syringe bar-diagram on the display.
After completion of the last manoeuvre, finish the verification of the calibration by the stop button, and a table with
data for individual calibration procedures and resulting deviation will appear on the screen. Everything will be saved in
the database of calibration records.
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If this deviation is greater than 3,5%, then it is necessary to perform a new user calibration of the device.
Verification of the calibration must be carried out at least 1x a day, or more often if necessary.
For correct function of unit, we advise the operating staff to perform the calibration and verification regularly, the best
is every day and after every replacement of spirometric sensor and always after its cleaning.
Warning:
Spirometric sensor connected to the pneumotachograph without inserted silicon seal is nit possible to calibrate!
Calibration setup
This submenu allows entering the total number of manoeuvres for performing of calibration or calibration verification.
In both cases it is possible to select minimally three and maximally nine manoeuvres.
We do recommend performing nine manoeuvres for calibration and three manoeuvres for calibration check.
5.1.4 Device setup
In this submenu you can choose from the following items:
choose a profile, in which the device will start after switching-up (profile selection after the start)
set the track intensity of the spiro signal during printing (line width)
preset the information displayed on the patient's medical record (patient's record setup)
set up optional specifications of the patient (patient's optional specifications)
preset printing parameters and type of paper used (paper and printing setup)
information on the module
enter the next user setup menu of the device (user setup)
5.1.4.1
Starting profile selection of profile after start
You can choose a profile, which will be preset on the device immediately after activating it by the on /off button.
5.1.4.2
Line width
Here, you can set the track intensity for printing the spirometric curve. The setup needs to be adjusted according to
the paper used. The setting only influences printing the actual spirometric curve, and not printing other information
(texts, pictures). Optimal printing can be achieved through this setup together with setting the suitable paper sensitivity
(see above).
5.1.4.3
Medical record of the patientpatients record setup
Activated items will appear when entering the patient's data and can be filled in. They are saved together with the
patient.
You can activate these items on the patient's medical record:
name
surname
name 2
identification number (personal identification number )
date of birth
sex
weight
blood pressure
height
cardiac pacemaker
race
smoker
2 user- defined items their meaning and description can be set in Optional specifications of
the patient.
5.1.4.4
Optional specifications of the patient
In this part you can define names of two optional items in the patient's record for example diagnosis, general
condition...
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5.1.4.5
Paper and print setup
You can find important parameters here relevant to printing. You can set the resolution of the USB printer, paper
sensitivity and paper entry during the changeover.
The paper sensitivity setup is important for optimal printing and together with the track width setup entirely influences
the quality of printing. More about paper insertion is mentioned in chapter Printer and paper.
5.1.4.6
Module information
This part displays clearly all the crucial information about the configuration of the connected module. It is a serial
number of the module, module type, firmware version, etc ... You will need this information in case of eventual
communication with the business or service department.
5.1.4.7
User setup
5.1.4.7.1
Time and date
Setting the date and time in the device. Date and time are saved together with the records and are printed out on the
made records. The preset date and time of the device are of course stored in the memory even when storage
batteries are discharged and the device is disconnected from power mains.
5.1.4.7.2
Display contrast
You can set up the required contrast of the display. The function is the same as when pressing the contrast button on
the touch screen. The contrast is set by pressing the arrow on the touch screen, or on the keyboard.
Note
Regulation of the contrast on the colour display may change the colour presentation of the actual chromatic diagram.
5.1.4.7.3
Language options
This is a setup of language, in which the device communicates with you. The modification will always display when the
device is switched on again.
5.1.4.7.4
Touch screen calibration
If the buttons on the display other than requested respond to buttons pressed on the touch screen, it is necessary to
calibrate the touch panel. The calibration procedure is apparent from the screen of the device. It is advisable to use a
touch pen pointer during the calibration and follow the instructions, marked on the screen of the device.
If the calibration is unsuccessful, it can always be interrupted by pressing the esc button.
The result of the touch screen calibration can be verified in the function touch screen function test.
Direct initiation of the touch screen calibration from the keyboard can be done by entering the menu by pressing the
start key.
5.1.4.7.5
Files correction
Due to disturbance, or the device deficiencies, the saved data will get damaged and the device can indicate errors in
the file system (loss of some records, loss of some saved patients). This function initializes diagnosis of the file
system and tries to rectify the errors preferably without loss of the saved data. Depending on the number of saved
data, the function can take a considerably long time (hours), therefore we recommend to run this function overnight
etc. Once you start the function, you must wait for its completion, or reset the device, see chapter Function
summary of keyboard buttons.
5.1.4.7.6
Files system format
The function initializes the whole file system, i.e. it will delete all the saved data in the device and will put the device to
the initialized position (starting position as when purchased). This function is used only during a major accident, or if
the user wants to initialize the device completely.
5.1.4.7.7
Default setting without data loss
The function will set the device into a state as when purchased (it will set the language, colours etc.) and at the same
time will keep the saved data of the profiles, patients, doctors and records.
5.1.4.7.8
Device sleep mode interval
This will set up a length of downtime after which the device is switched off.
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5.1.4.7.9
Battery level indicator
You can switch on / off the audio alarm (short fast whistling) of the discharged battery. Visual indication cannot be
switched off.
5.1.4.7.10 More
Press this button and you can continue with other user setup (more items):
device information all crucial information on the device configuration is clearly displayed here. Such as the
serial number, firmware version, time when the device is restricted in its function, the temperature of single parts
of the device, firmware version of the printing module and hardware key configuration. This information is needed
when communicating with the business department.
hardware key setup configuration of the device can be remote-controlled. For the actual hardware
configuration see menu device information.
access password setup to prevent the device from any unauthorized manipulation, you can activate the
demand on entering the password when switching the device on. It is possible to turn the demand on password
on/ off, or change the password. The password can be any long numeric combination. If you forget the password,
always enter password 00000000.
key sound - on /off function of key sound.
cancel the patient after the collection yes / no option to cancel the entered patient immediately after the
collection.
save the actual doctor yes / no option to store the name of the actual doctor.
other more items of the user setup
o name of the hospital function of inserting the name of the hospital, which will be printed out with
the record.
o initial mode - mode, that will be selected immediately after the device start-up by the on /off button
o colour schemes setting the coloured versions of the display. There is a number of colour
schemes preset by the manufacturer, that you can edit or delete or create your own colour
schemes. Every displayed item can have its own colour.
o colour of the curves - choice of colour front and background of the graphic chart, active and
inactive curves. A number of colour schemes preset by the manufacturer, that you can edit or delete
or create your own colour schemes. Every displayed item can have its own colour.
o default race of the patient function of default setup of the patient's race
5.1.5 Patient selection
The device contains a database of patients. It is possible to enter, edit and delete the patients. A new patient can be
also entered in on - line mode by pressing the patient button. The entered values for the patient can be adjusted in
the device setup, see chapter Medical record of the patient - patient record setting. The number of patients is
limited only by the capacity of the memory.
The patient's specifications are printed out in the header of the record according to the setup of the relevant profile.
Saved patients stay in the memory even when the device is switched off. Function of the actual pre-set patient is
always set empty when the device is switched on.
5.1.6 Doctor selection
The device includes a database of doctors, which is used for setting, editing or deleting of entered doctors. The
number of doctors is limited only by the capacity of the device memory.
Data about the doctor is printed out in the footer of the record according to the setup of the relevant profile.
Saved doctors stay in the memory even when the device is switched off. The function of actual pre-set doctor is
always empty when the device is switched on.
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ACCESSORIES
The device is not intended for use in connection with other equipment, with other medical appliances and instruments
except those mentioned in this instruction manual.
This list includes specifications of all equipment that can be supplied with the device.
More detailed information on particular equipment can be found in the enclosed leaflet.
Standard BTL accessories:
4x spirometric sensor, plastic mouthpiece and silicone seal (set)
1x nose clip for BTL-08 Spiro
25x motivation pictures for children - elephant
25x motivation pictures for children - clown
1x CD with service instructions
C08SP.015v100
C008.146
C08SP.016v100
C08SP.017v100
Other standard BTL accessories for Spiro Pro plus

1x ECG paper 112mm, roll 25m
1x pen pointer for touch screen
1x power cord
1x table holder for BTL-08 Spiro
1x dust cover for the device
1x spare fuse
C008.105v101
G000.099v101
G000.051
C08SP.020v100
More standard BTL accessories for Spiro and Spiro Pro modules
1x attach case Spiro
C08SP.021v100
Optional BTL accessories:

1x spirometric sensor, plastic mouthpiece and silicon seal (set)
1x calibration syringe for BTL-08 Spiro capacity 3 litres
1x disposable paper mouthpiece*
1x antibacterial filter for BTL-08 Spiro
1x cart for BTL- 08 Spiro Pro Plus
1x cart for BTL- 08 ECG Mx, Sx & Spiro
1x cart for BTL- 08 ECG Lx & Spiro
C08SP.015v100
C08SP.014v100
C08SP.012
C08SP.013
P5002.125v100
P5002.123v100
P5002.128v100
*disposable paper mouthpiece can be also bought in specialized shops. Significant parameters for compatibility
with BTL spirometer are: mouthpiece length 71mm, inner 30mm, outer 33mm
** it is possible to buy standard accessories with listed supply number.
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MAINTENACE
AND DEVICE SAFETY
Maintenance inspection with measurements of all the parameters of the device and recalibration is necessary at
intervals shorter than 30 calendar months. Inspections and recalibration are accomplished by authorised service of
BTL the device on the basis of the user's order. If the inspection is not performed to a defined deadline, the
manufacturer is not responsible for the technical parameters and safe operation of the product.
Keep the device clean, do not store and use it long - term in extremely dusty environments and do not submerge it
into any liquid. Check every time before using, that the device and its accessories (especially cables) are not
mechanically or otherwise damaged. Do not use if the device is damaged!
Fuse replacement
The fuse is placed on the rear panel in a black round case (18). At first, make sure before the replacing, that the
power switch (14) is in position 0", and then disconnect the power cord from the device. Turn the fuse case section
leftwards by using a suitable screwdriver or a coin and remove the fuse. Insert the new fuse and finish the
replacement in the similar way, but to the right. It is prohibited to insert a fuse with different specifications, than
mentioned on the fuse case.
This operation may only be done by a person acquainted with this procedure!
Transport and storage
We recommend to keep the packaging of the device. It is useful to wrap the device during transport in this wrapping,
which provides maximum protection. Disconnect the power cord from the device and the accessory cables. Avoid
major impact. Store /transport the device only under the conditions defined in chapter Technical specifications.
7.1
CLEANING THE DEVICE SURFACE AND ITS PARTS
Clean the device and its parts with a lightly damped soft cloth only. To wash the device, use water or a 2 % detergent
solution. Never use liquids containing alcohol, ammonia, petrol, thinners etc.
To clean the device never use abrasive materials, as it could damage the surface of the device.
None of the device parts are sterile and there is no need to sterilize them.
7.1.1 Cleaning the touch screen
The surface of the touch screen can be cleaned by cleaning agents suitable for monitors, or agents used for glass
surfaces. These detergents can be applied only by spray gun. LIGHTLY spray the cleaning agent on the centre of the
touch screen, wipe and polish the whole surface with a dry cloth. Press the cloth VERY GENTLY; otherwise the touch
screen could break.
ATTENTION
The cleaning detergent must not get under the edges of the touch screen; otherwise it could damage the device.
The cleaning detergent should not get into contact with any other parts of the device except the touch screen.
7.1.2 Cleaning the paper sensors
Every 6 months wipe off dirt and dust from the paper sensors with a soft brush or dry cotton ball. Sensors are placed
under the printer cover near the upper edge of the device (two black squares) and are reachable when the printer
cover is removed from the device.
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7.2
HYGIENE, CLEANING AND DISINFECTION OF SPIROMETRIC

ACCESSORIES IN CONTACT WITH THE PATIENT
7.2.1 Hygiene
During the spirometric examination and especially after its completion, it is necessary to follow basic sanitary
regulations suppressing a risk of possible infection.
With respect to the possibility of microbes getting into the internal part of pneumotachograph through the silicon seal,
we do recommend separating the pneumotachograph from spirometric sensor after each patient. Place the uncovered
pnemotachograph preferably in the directions opposite to incoming patients - using the ergonomic spirometric holder
or designed stacker plate of spirometric trolley.
The pneumotachograph BTL-08 Spiro is designed for users to select a degree of protection according to their needs.
The spirometer can be used in these configurations:
Disposable antibacterial filter

this is the safest use of the spirometer, all possible bacteria
and viruses get caught in the antibacterial filter that is used by one patient and then disposed, according to
regulations valid for biological waste. Measuring equipment of the spirometer remains clean all the time. This
technique also guarantees the most exact measurement, because the measuring sensor will not get
contaminated.
Disposable paper mouthpiece

using the paper mouthpiece lowers the risk of infection
transmission by direct contact. The paper mouthpiece must be used by only one patient and properly disposed of
as biological waste. The measuring equipment of the spirometer must be cleaned, because it has been
contaminated with the patient's breath the best is to use disinfection or sterilization. We advise to disinfect /
sterilize these parts immediately after using the pneumotachograph: spirometric sensor (24) and silicone seal (27)
see chapter Pneumotachograph description.
Washable plastic mouthpiece

the below mentioned parts must be disinfected or sterilized
after each patient, and this way of using the spirometer can be also regarded as safe. After using, we advise to
disinfect /sterilize these parts of the spirometer, after each patient: plastic mouthpiece (23), spirometric sensor
(24) and silicone seal (27) see chapter Pneumotachograph description.
If in any doubt about the possibility of infection / transmission of TBC, HIV or jaundice, we advise the implicit use of
the disposable antibacterial filter.
Potential infection transmissions are:
Direct contact: possible chance of contamination with upper airways diseases, intestinal infections and blood
transmitted infections (including jaundice and HIV).
Infection transmission is possible through disposable microbial filter, pneumotachograph mouthpiece or through the
measuring mechanism (if the microbial filter is not used). The mentioned parts cannot only be contaminated with
saliva, but also with blood from open ulcers and scratches in the mouth and bleeding gums.
Indirect contact: the potential possibility of contamination with tuberculosis, viral infections etc., transmitted by
droplets
The most contaminated device parts: disposable antibacterial filter, mouthpiece and measuring mechanism (if the
microbial filter is not used).
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Prevention:
personnel: it is recommended to use protective gloves when handling the spirometer or washing and cleaning
the contaminated parts, also hands should be washed, immediately after work with the spirometer
patients protection from cross contamination:

o using disposable antibacterial filter
o equipment parts that get in direct contact with the patient (antibacterial filter, mouthpiece, nose
clip ), it is advisable to dispose of them after using, or in the worse case sterilize / disinfect
o sterilization or disinfection of all reusable parts that come into contact with exhaled and inhaled
air (measuring mechanism) we recommend to carry out sterilization or disinfection after every
patient
o threat of risk of transmission of tuberculosis, or similarly aggressive diseases (e.g. HIV, jaundice),
we recommend using the disposable antibacterial filters during the measurement
o it is advisable to use a flow of air after sterilization / disinfection to remove droplets of water from the
measuring mechanism of the spirometer
o it is necessary to remember to accomplish calibration , after every sensor replacement, its
distribution, sterilizing and re-assembling,
o in surgeries, where working mainly with patients with lowered immunity, we recommend a strict
use of the disposable antibacterial filter
When used by HIV positive people, we recommend sterilizing the device with a 2% glutaraldehyde dilution [2].
7.2.2 Cleaning
We recommend cleaning the device after every patient with cleaning agents approved by competent authorities of that
particular country. You can use for example Sekusept, Bacilol etc. And for the cables of the accessories you can use
e.g. Incidur spray etc.
7.2.3 Disinfection
CAUTION! The patient's parts and spirometric sensor can be contaminated with bacteria and viruses of the
patient. Therefore it is necessary to use cleaning agents and procedures intended and authorized for
disinfecting.
Pay attention to uncompromising use of only disinfected mouthpieces, spirometric sensors and seals.
Applications suitable for disinfection are for example Chiroseptol, Gigasept Instru AF or Sekusept forte in dilution form.
Disinfecting solutions:
1.
Chiroseptol 2% with exposure time 30 min.
2.
Gigasept Instru AF 2% with exposure time 30 min.
3.
Gigasept Instru AF 3% with exposure time 15 min.
4.
Sekusept forte 3% with exposure time 30 min.
Working process:
1.
Removal of a part intended for cleaning and disinfection
2.
Cleaning the part under running water
3.
Disinfection of the part entire submersion of the part into a disinfectant solution with specified exposure
time.
4.
Proper (multiple) rinse under cold running drinking water
5.
Air dry before utilization
The lifetime of the replaceable mouthpiece, spirometric sensor, seal and the nose clip is 1000 disinfection cycles.
Notice:
We recommend using uncompromisingly the disposable antibacterial filter in patients with TBC or HIV, but
also with suspicion of these diseases.
Warning:
If you use disinfectants containing aldehydes, then the disinfected parts of the spirometry can change colour (become
brown).
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We do not recommend using disinfectants containing peracetic acid or substances generating peracetic acid in
disinfecting solution. However, if you use these disinfectants, the mechanical disengagement of the spirometric sensor
can occur and damage the sensor.
7.2.4 Sterilization
We advise to carry out sterilization according to standard recommendations for plastic objects without hollow parts at
maximal temperature of 121C and sterilization time 20 minutes.
After sterilization of the spirometric sensor it is necessary to let the sensor cool down for a temperature lower than
40C before its next using. Otherwise the device will become mechanically damaged!
The lifetime of the replaceable mouthpiece, spirometric sensor, seal and nose clip is 1000 sterilization cycles.
7.3
DEVICE SAFETY
CAUTION!
The device is equipped with a protective system against the connection of different equipment other than supplied by
the manufacturer; consequently it does not allow operation with equipment form other manufacturers.
The BTL- 08 Spiro has applied parts of BF type.
The device disuses any pharmaceuticals or matters, which would be applied or were an integral part of the device.
This connector relates only to the combined device BTL-08 ECG + Spiro. You will find its purpose in the relevant
manual for BTL-08 ECG MT Plus and Lx.
This marked clamp is connected to the framework of the device. It relates only to the combined device BTL-08 ECG +
Spiro. You will find its purpose in the relevant manual for BTL-08 EKG MT Plus and Lx.
Safety precautions
Read carefully the service instructions before first activation of the device.
All personnel, using the device, must have a required service qualification in the health service; they must
especially know the contraindications of the examination with the device, all potential danger and effective
procedures to prevent infection transmission.
All personnel, using this device must be knowledgeable in the servicing technique, maintenance and verification
of the device and about the principles of safe work with the device.
Electrical mains connected to the device must be performed according to the existing valid standards (CSN 33
2140, IEC 364) and must be certificated according to these standards. If you are not sure, that the power mains
supply is in perfect order, carry out a technical revision by an engineering inspector.
Crosscheck, whether the parameters of the power mains supply correspond with the requirements of the device
according to chapter Technical specifications and if the mains voltage switch placed on the rear panel apparatus
is switched to the correct voltage according to the parameters of the power mains.
The device is designed to work in an environment defined in chapter Technical specifications. It must not be used
in an environment with threats of e.g. explosion hazard, or water penetration. The device must not be used in
connection with flammable anaesthetics, or oxidative gases (O2, N2O etc.).
Place the device out of direct sunlight and out of reach of strong electromagnetic fields, to avoid undesirable
interactions. In case of undesirable interactions place the device away from source of disturbance, or contact the
authorised BTL service centre.
Before every use, examine the device properly (loose cables, damaged cable insulation, functions of the display,
indicators, operating elements etc.) and in case of any discrepancy stop using the device and contact the
authorised BTL service centre. If the behaviour of the device shows any divergences from the function procedure
described in the instruction manual, stop using the device and contact the authorised BTL service centre.
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If the device shows any signs of defects, or you are in doubt about its correct operation, stop working with the
device immediately. If you cannot detect the source of doubts even after careful reading through the instruction
manual, appeal to the authorised service department of the BTL device without delay. If the device is used
contrary to this instruction manual, or it is used in despite of the device showing functional divergences from this
instruction manual, then the user is responsible for any damage caused by the device!
Do not disassemble the device in any case. Dismantling and unlocking the safety cover can cause danger of
electric shock. Eventual replacement of the lithium battery and lead-acid storage battery must by carried out by
authorised BTL service centre.
All materials and parts that come into direct contact with the patient's body (detergents used for cleaning the
electrodes, mouthpieces...), must meet the appropriate standards, relevant to irritation, allergization, toxicity
genotoxicity, carcinogenity according to the standards ISO 10993 - 1, ISO 10993 - 3, ISO 10993 5. The user
himself is responsible for all these materials and parts that were not supplied by the BTL device distributor.
Do not connect the connectors used for the accessories and the other connectors with anything other than the
equipment intended by the service instructions, as it can cause danger of electric shock and serious damage of
the device!
The device does not radiate or does not use any toxic materials during its operation, storage and transport under
the given conditions.
When transferring the device from a cold environment into warm, wait before plugging into power mains, until the
temperature levels (1 hour minimum).
When switching the device off and on, there is a time delay necessary of at least 3 seconds.
The device does not cause any risk to the patients with cardiac pacemakers.
When disposing of the device after years of operation, it is necessary to remove the lithium battery and the leadacid storage battery. Dispose of them in a proper way do not put the batteries into the communal waste. Then
the device can be disposed of in the usual way. The device does not contain any toxic materials that could
damage the environment when disposed of in the common way. Warning: removal of the batteries causes non
reversible damage of the device. Execute only during ecological disposal of the device!
Procedure: - Unscrew the lower cover of the device
- Use suitable tools to remove the batteries (position of the batteries see illustration)
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It is not allowed to use the device and accessories other than according to the instruction manual.
Use recommended protective equipment when working with the device.
This device must be kept out of reach of the children.
Do not remove any covers from the device. Repairs must always be provided by the authorised BTL service
centre.
7.4
CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE
The manufacturer provides a 24 months guarantee for the device from the date of purchase. The lead-acid storage
battery, expendable supplies and mobile parts of the device (pneumotachograph) guarantee is proved for 6 months
(guarantee does not apply to common wear of the parts).
Conditions of the guarantee determine, if the device is not used in compliance with this instruction manual, or
unprofessional intervention to the device is carried out by third parties. In case of malfunction of the device always
contact the BTL service centre.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL
Type:
BTL-08 Spiro
Display:
BTL-08 Spiro Pro
touch screen
dimensions (mm)
120 x 89
screen resolution
320 x 240 RGB (colour)
Keyboard:
combined functional + touch screen buttons
Discharged battery indication:
acoustic + light
Printer:
paper width (mm)
112 / A4 through USB
paper type
roll / A4 office paper
printer resolution
200 dpi in Y-axis, 500 dpi in X-axis / 300 dpi
print type
thermal, external through USB
Measurement parameters:
BTPS correction
automatic
inspire / expire
yes / yes
forced profile
FVC, Best FVC, FEV1, Best FEV1,

FEV6, PEF, FEV1/FVC, FEV6/FVC,
FIVC, FIV1, PIF, MEF75, MEF50,
MEF25, Lung age
FVC, Best FVC, FEV0.75, FEV1, Best

FEV1, FEV3, FEV6, PEF, FEV0.75/FVC,
FEV1/FVC, FEV3/FVC, FEV6/FVC,
FEV0.75/SVC, FEV1/SVC, FEV3/SVC,
FEV6/SVC, PIF, FIVC, FIV1, MEF75,
MEF50, MEF25, FEF75, FEF50, FEF25,
MMEF, FET25, FET50, MIF75, MIF50,
MIF25, PEFT, FIF50, FEF50/FIF50,
FEF50/SVC, FEV0.75/FEV6, FEV1/ FEV6,
FIV1/FIVC, VEXT, Lung age
relaxed profile
SVC, ERV, IRV, TV, IC, IVC
mvv profile
MVV, MVVf, MRf
PRE/POST bronchoprovocative test

Predictive values
yes
ECCS/ERS 1993, ECCS 1983, NHANES III, Knudson 1983, Knudson 1976,
Roca 1986, CRAPO 1981, ITS, Perreira Brazil, LAM, Gore Australian,
Zapletal 1977
Stored records
50
User defined profiles
250
unlimited
Interpretation
Enright, ATS, BTS
Child incentive
yes
Device weight (max.) in kg:
3,2
Dimensions (in mm ):
330 x 270 x 74
Operating conditions:
ambient temperature
recommended ambient temperature
+ 10 C to + 40 C
+ 17C to +28C (to avoid any provocative bronchial reaction)
relative humidity
25 % to 95 %
barometric pressure
700 hPa to 1100 hPa
position
horizontal
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operation type
permanent
Transport and storage conditions:

temperature
- 10 C to + 55 C
relative humidity
25 % to 85 %
barometric pressure
650 hPa to 1100 hPa
position
any
storage life
1 year
transportation only in supplied wrapping,
recharge storage batteries minimally once a year
other conditions
Technical specifications:
flow range (litres/s)
16 l/with (inspire / expire)
accuracy (50 ml/s to 16 l/s)
5 % or 50 ml/s (greater value applies)
volume range (litres)
0,025 to 8 litres
accuracy (0,025 to 8l)
3 % or 50 ml (greater value applies)
flow resistance
< 79 Pa / l/S
BTPS corrections:
temperature sensor
+ 10C to + 40C
accuracy
3 % for 25C
barometric pressure sensor
700 hPa to 1200 hPa
accuracy
2 % in mentioned range
relative humidity sensor
0 to 100 % RH
accuracy
4 % for 25C, 30 to 80 % RH
Device power supply:

power input
40 VA
~ 99 V to 126 in (115 V rated voltage), AC
~ 198 V to 252 V (230 V rated voltage), AC
50 Hz to 60 Hz
mains voltage
frequency
Classification:
protection class
II with functional grounding (according to IEC 536, CSN 33 0600 and IEC 60601 - 1)
T1A / 250V, tube safety fuse
external fuse
5 x 20 mm, according to IEC 127 - 2
power switch
on the back of the device, position 0 and I
IP code
safety standards
IP20
IEC 601 - 1, IEC 601 - 1 - 2, IEC 601 - 1 - 4, ISO 14971
spirometry standards
EN 13826, ATS / ERS standards 2005
applied part type
BF according to IEC 601 - 1
Internal chemical supplies:

battery
lead-acid storage battery
lithium battery CR2032

1x 12 V / 1.2 Ah, 48x97x52 mm, maintenance - free
storage battery capacity
3 - 4 hours
charging time
10 hours (if completely discharged)
PC connection:
USB
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8.1
LEGEND OF THE MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS
8.1.1 Forced spirometry

FVC = Forced Vital Capacity [l] - maximal air volume the patient expires after maximal aspiration, however contrary
to the vital capacity, the patient breathes out as fast as possible ,
PEF = Peak Expiratory Flow [l/s], maximum speed of peak flow achieved during forced expiration. It depends on the
effort made with the cooperation of the patient,
FEV0.75 = Time Forced Expiratory Volume [l], forced expiration of volume in defined time 0.75s from the start of the
expiration,
FEV1 = Time Forced Expiratory Volume [l], volume exhaled during the first second of forced expiration of vital
capacity - one-second vital capacity",
FEV3 = Time Forced Expiratory Volume [l], volume exhaled during the first three seconds of forced expiration of
vital capacity,
FEV6 = Time Forced Expiratory Volume [l], volume exhaled in six seconds of forced expiration of vital capacity,
FEV0.75/FVC = ratio [%] of forced expiratory volume 0.75 s from the start of expiration to maximum air volume
exhaled as fast as possible by the patient after maximal aspiration,
FEV1/FVC = ratio [%] of forced expiratory volume 1 second from the start of expiration to maximum air volume
FEV3/FVC = ratio [%] of forced expiratory volume 3 seconds from the start of expiration to maximum air volume
FEV6/FVC = ratio [%] of forced expiratory volume 6 seconds from the start of expiration to maximum air volume
PIF = Peak Inspiratory Flow [l/s] the biggest expiratory flow value gained during the whole measurement,
FIVC = Forced Inspiratory Vital Capacity [l], after the total expiration, forced aspiration follows to the maximum
position,
FIV1 = Forced Inspiratory Volume [l], forced inspiratory volume in the first second,
MEF75 = Maximum Expiratory Flow [l/s] - specified when the measurement finishes, it is a flow value during forced
expiration defined from the curve, when 75 % of the air volume remains in the lungs,
MEF50 = maximum Expiratory Flow [l/s], specified when the measurement finishes, it is a flow value during forced
MEF25 = maximum Expiratory Flow [l/s], specified when the measurement finishes, it is a flow value during forced
FEF75 = Forced Expiratory Flow [l/s] - specified after the end of measuring, it is a flow value during forced expiration
defined from the curve, when 75 % of the air volume was exhaled from the lungs,
MMEF = Maximal Mid- Expiratory Flow [l/s], specified by calculation after the end of measuring, sometimes also
referred to as FEF25 - 75% as maximal mid expiratory flow in mid half of the exhaled FVC
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FET25 = Forced Expiratory Time [s], time necessary for expiration of 25% from the FVC value, measured from the
start of measuring (Time Zero), it is specified by a reverse extrapolation,
FET50 = Forced Expiratory Time [s], time necessary for expiration of 50% from the FVC value, measured from the
start of measuring (Time Zero), it is specified by a reverse extrapolation,
MIF75 = Maximum Inspiratory Flow [l/s], specified after the end of measuring, it presents flow values during forced
aspiration, defined from the curve when 75% of the air volume is left to breathe in,
PEFT = Peak Expiratory Flow Time [ms], time to PEF from 10 % to 90 % of the PEF flow value
FIF50 = Mean Forced Inspiratory Flow [l/s], specified after the end of measuring, it is a flow value during forced
aspiration, defined from the curve when 50 % of the air volume was breathed in to the lungs,
FEF50/FIF50 = ratio [%] of a flow value during forced expiration defined from the curve when 50 % of the air volume
was exhaled from the lungs, to a flow value during forced aspiration defined from the curve, when 50 % of the air
volume was breathed in to the lungs,
FEV0.75/FEV6 = ratio [%] of a forced expiration volume in the time of 0.75s from the start of expiration, to the volume
exhaled within six seconds of the forced expiration of vital capacity,
FEV1/FEV6 = ratio [%] of a forced expiration volume in the time of 1s from the start of expiration, to the volume
exhaled within six seconds of the forced expiration of vital capacity,
FIV1/FIVC = ratio [%] of forced aspiration volume in the first second, to the volume of forced aspiration of vital
capacity, when forced aspiration to the maximal position follows the total expiration,
EVE = Extrapolated Volume [l] is used as a criterion for an expiration start. It presents the exhaled volume in time
from the start of expiration until the new time of expiration specified by reverse interpolation
Lung age = [years], this parameter is intended mainly for the patients as a motivational figure to stop smoking
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8.1.2 Relaxed spirometry

SVC = Slow Vital Capacity [l], starts with deep expiration and finishes with maximum aspiration but not forceful.
Sometimes also referred to as EVC
ERV = Expiratory Reserve Volume [l] - it is the difference in value of the maximum expiration volume and average
value of the common breathing volume,
IRV = Inspiratory Reserve Volume [l] - it is the difference in value of the maximum aspiration volume and average
value of the common breathing volume,
TV = Tidal Volume [l] - is the air volume inspired or exhaled during one aspiration or expiration, also referred to as Vt
IC = Inspiratory Capacity [l], it presents the biggest possible air volume, that can be inspired after a previous relaxed
expiration,
IVC = Inspiratory Vital Capacity [l], is the maximal air volume, that can be slowly inspired after maximal expiration.
8.1.3 Measuring of the maximum pulmonary ventilation volume

MVV = Maximal Voluntary Ventilation [l] -the total air volume, that flows at a maximal forced ventilation during 1
minute, measuring must last for at least 12 seconds, then the values will be completed in 1 minute,
MVVf = Maximal Voluntary Ventilation frequency [Hz], the average respiratory frequency measured during MVV
measuring,
MRf = Maximum Respiratory frequency [s], maximum measured frequency of respiration during MVV measuring.
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8.2
PREDICTIVE VALUES
A summary of predictive values that are implemented in the BTL-08 Spiro and the BTL-08 Spiro Pro are described in
the table, see below.
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8.3
RELEVANT STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS
Name
IEC, EN, ISO, MDD
Medical electric device. Part 1: General requirements for safety
EN 60601 - 1
appendices to EN 60 601 - 1
A1, A2, A11 and A12
Medical electric device. Part 1 - 1: Systems
IEC 60601 - 1 - 1
Medical electric device. Part 1: EMC - requirements and examinations
IEC 60601 - 1 - 2
ISM radio interference characteristics
EN 55011
EMC electrostatic discharge
IEC 61000 - 4 - 2
EMC radiated electromagnetic field
IEC 61000 - 4 - 3
EMC fast electric transient effects/pulse groups
IEC 61000 - 4 - 4
EMC shock pulse
IEC 61000 - 4 - 5
Medical electric device. Part 4: Programmable electric medical systems
IEC 60601 - 1 - 4
Medical device - risk analysis
ISO 14791
Bio-compatibility of medical device
ISO 10 993 - 1
Spirometers for measuring peak expiration
EN 13826
Standardization in spirometry.
ATS/ERS 2005
Statutory rules for determination of technical requirements to sanitary engineering assets
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NV 181/2001 Coll.
MDD 93/42/EEC
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[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[7]
[8]
[9]
[10]
[11]
[12]
[13]
[14]
[15]
[16]
[17]
[18]
[19]
[20]
[21]
[22]
[23]
[24]
[25]
[26]
LIST OF LITERATURE
Spirometry in the Lung Health Study: Methods and Quality Control, A.R.R.D. 1991; 143:1215-1223
Fierov J., Chlumsk J., Satinsk J. a kol.: Funkn vyeten plic.- Functional lung examination. GEUM,
2004.
Standardization of spirometry. ATS/ERS Task Force: Standardization of function testing. Eur respir J. 2005;
26: 319-338
American Thoracic Society. 1994 Standardization of Spirometry. 1994 Update. Am. Rev. Respir. Dis. 152 :
1107-1136.
The European Standard EN 13826 : 2003 Peak Expiratory Flow Meters. Czech Edition SN EN 13826 :
2003. esk normalizan institut - Czech standards institute, 2003.
Prometheus. 1988. Matematick, fyzikln a chemick tabulky pro stedn koly - Mathematical, physical and
chemical tables for secondary schools.
Klep, Z., Noika J. a kol. 1986. Technick tabulky - Technical tables. SNTL ALFA, 1986.
Hankinson, J. L., Viola J. O. 1983. Dynamic BTPS correction factors for spirometric data. J. Appl. Physol. 44:
1354-1360.
Standardized Lung Function Testing by European Community for Coal and Steel 1983.
Hankinson John L., Odencrantz John R., Fedan Kathleen B. 1999. Spirometric Reference Values a Sample
of the General U.S. Population. Am. J. Respir. And Critic. Care Medic. Vol. 159.
Quanjer Ph. H., Tammeling G. J., Cotes J. E., Pedersen O. F., Peslin R., Yernault J-C. 1993. Lung volumes
and forced ventilatory flows. ERS Journals Ltd. 6, Suppl. 16, 5 40.
Morris J. F., M.D., Temple W. 1985. Spirometric "Lung Age" Estimation for Motivating Smoking Cessation
Knudson R. J., Slatin R. C., Lebowitz M. D., Burrows B. 1976. The Maximal Expiratory Flow-Volume Curve.
Am. Rev. Respir. Dis. 113 : 587-600.
Knudson R. J., Lebowitz M. D., Holberg Catharine J., Burrows B. 1983. Changes in the Normal Maximal
Expiratory Flow-Volume Curve with Growth and Aiging. Am. Rev. Respir. Dis. 127 : 725-734
Ph. H. Quanjer, J. Stocks, G.Polgar, M. Wise, J. Karlberg, G. Borsboom; ERJ 1989, 2, Supp.4,184s-261s,
Compilation of reference values for lung function measurements in children.
G. K. Arotock: Pulmonology Child Care, 1984.
Lam Kwok-Kwong, Pang Shing et al. A survey of ventilatory capacity in Chinese subjects in Hong Kong.
Annals of Human Biology, 1982, vol. 9, No. 5, 459-472.
J. Roca, J. Sanchis, A. Agusti-Vidal, F. Segarra, D. Navajas, R. Rodriguez-Roisin, P. Casan, S. Sans.
Spirometric reference values from a Mediterranean population. Bull. Eur. Physiopathol. Respir., 1986, 22,
459-472.
Gore C. J., Crockett A. J., Pederson D. G., Booth M. L., Bauman A., Owen N.: Spirometric standards for
healthy adult lifetime non-smokers in Australia. Eur Respir J., 1995, 8: 773-782.
Carlos Alberto de Castro Pereira, Sueli da Penha Barreto, Joo Geraldo Simnes, Francisco W.L. Pereira,
Jos Gerson Gerstler, Joge Nakatani. Valores de referncia para a espirometria em uma amostra da
populacao brasileira adulta, Jornal de Pneumologia 18(1):10-22, maco de 1992
Crapo RO, Morris AH, Gardner RM. Reference spirometric values using techniques and equipment that
meets ATS recommendations. Am Rev Respir Dis Volume 123, p.659-664, 1981.
Furguson GT, Enright PL, Buist AS, Higgins MW. Special Report: Office Spirometry for Lung Health
Assessment in Adults - A Consensus Statement From the National Lung Health Education Program. Chest.
Vol. 117(4) April, 2000 pages 1146-1161.
Lung Function Testing: selection of reference values and interpretative strategies, A.R.R.D., 144/ 1991:12021218.
General considerations for lung function testing. ATS/ERS Task Force: Standardization of function testing.
Eur Respir J., 2005; 26: 153-161.
A. Zapletal, T. Paul and M. Samanek, Significance of contemporary methods of lung function testing for the
detection of airway obstruction in children and adolescents, Z Erkr Atmungsorgane, Aug 1977, 149(3): 34371
Quanjer PhH, Borsboom GJJM, Brunekreef B, Zach M, Forche G, Cotes JE, Sanchis J, Paoletti P.
Spirometric reference values for white European children and adolescents: Polgar revisited. Pediat Pulmonol
1995; 19: 135-142.
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8.5
MANUFACTURER
BTL Industries Ltd.

161 Cleveland Way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 6BU
United Kingdom
8.6
SALE AND SERVICE
BTL zdravotnick technika, a.s.

antrochova 16
162 00 Praha 6
Czech Republic
Phone/fax: 235 363 606, 235 364 157, 235 361 392
e-mail: obchod@btl.cz
http://www.btl.cz
No part of this handbook may be duplicated, kept in storage and retrieval system or propagated in any way including
electronic, mechanical, photographic or other records without previous agreement and written permission of BTL
Industries Limited
The BTL products are continuously innovated and developed. BTL Industries Limited reserves the right to innovate
and improve the device without previous notice.
Content of this document is supplied "as it is". There are no expressed or assumed guarantees provided in relation to
accuracy, reliability or content of this document, except the legal requirements. BTL Industries Limited reserves the
right to any time and without previous notice revise this document or terminate its validity.
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Please, send it to the fax No +4202 353 63 606 or to the address: BTL zdravotnick technika, a.s.,
antrochova 16, 162 00 Praha 6.
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CONDITII CARE POT INFLUENTA CONSIDERABIL REZULTATELE

Dureri pulmonare sau stomacale puternice

SECVENTA RECOMANDATA A TESTELOR

Spirometrie de forta FVC, PEF

PERFORMANTE ALE TESTULUI DE SPIROMETRIE DE FORTA

Spirometrie de forta inspiro/expiro

Porniti aparatul prin apasarea butonului on /off.

2.4.2 Spirometrie de forta - Expiro

PERFORMANCE OF RELAXED SPIROMETRY TEST

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

DESCRIPTION OF THE BTL- 08 SPIRO

3.1.1 Keyboard and top panel of the device

Description of individual keys see chapter Function summary of keyboards buttons

device switch position 0 and I

3.1.3 Pneumotachograph description

Description of the parts:

plastic mouthpiece (can be replaced by paper mouthpiece)

DEVICE ASSEMBLY AND PUTTING INTO OPERATION

Switching the device on:

FUNCTION SUMMARY OF KEYBOARD BUTTONS

paper feeder (FF form feed)

PRINTER AND PAPER

3.4.1 Paper sensitivity

PROFILE SELECTION FOR COLLECTION OF THE SPIRO RECORD

Switch the device on by pressing on /off button.

Evaluation of both tests:

Expiratory forced spirometry (expiratory)

Switch the device on by pressing the on /off button.

Examination in mvv profile

Spirometric sensor has to be at horizontal position.

Where: VBTPS gas volume converted to BTPS conditions

MVV too short test

MVV time shorter than 12s

Check the quality of the procedure

FVC under LLN?

FER under LLN?

FEV1 above LLN?

FEV1 above 60 % predict. values?

FVC above 50 % predict. values?

FEV1 above 40 % predict. values?

FEV1 a FVC <80% predict. values?

common spirometry - yes

FEV1 <80% predict. values?

common spirometry - yes

FEV1 <80% predict. values?

FER < 70%?

FEV1 < 60 % predict. values?

FEV1 < 80% predict. values?

Forced, relaxed and mvv profile properties setup

calibration records record database of performed calibrations

Starting profile selection of profile after start

Medical record of the patientpatients record setup

Optional specifications of the patient

Paper and print setup

Other standard BTL accessories for Spiro Pro plus

Optional BTL accessories:

AND DEVICE SAFETY

CLEANING THE DEVICE SURFACE AND ITS PARTS

HYGIENE, CLEANING AND DISINFECTION OF SPIROMETRIC