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METHOD OF DETECTING ERRORS IN THE CONNECTIONS IN A HUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM

  • US 20190307978A1
  • Filed: 10/11/2017
  • Published: 10/10/2019
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/11/2016
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of detecting incorrect connections in a respiratory humidification system comprising a gases source, a humidifier including an inlet and an outlet, and an inspiratory conduit, the method comprising:

  • performing one or more reverse flow detection tests by comparing an inlet temperature measured by a sensor at the inlet of the humidifier with one or more of an outlet set point or an outlet temperature measurement measured by a sensor positioned at the outlet of the humidifier; and

    outputting an indication of reverse flow conditions indicative of the incorrect connections when the inlet temperature is higher than one or more of the outlet set point or the outlet temperature measurement.

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