OVERHEAD INFANT PHOTOTHERAPY UNIT (ARDO Amelux), 230V
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OVERHEAD INFANT PHOTOTHERAPY UNIT (Ardo Amelux)
The Amelux is no longer produced by Ardo. It is replaced by the new Brilliance Pro phototherapy unit of Phoenix (see “replaced by” at bottom of the page).
Definition
A mains electricity (AC-powered) device designed to emit a blue light in the visible wavelength of around 425-475 nm to treat neonatal jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia).
This device consists of an overhead lamp containing of several different fluorescent light bulbs: daylight, cool white, blue, or special fluorescent blue and a Plexiglas shield to be placed between the phototherapy lights and the newborn to filter out ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Exposure to this device will alter the bilirubin through photo-oxidation, and configurational and structural isomerization, allowing the body to dispose of it naturally.
Specifications
Quality standards
Technical specifications
- 4 blue light compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) for the treatment of hyperbilirubinaemia
- 2 white light CFLs emitting a pleasant mixed light for observation
- 6 blue light CFLs can be used for more intensive treatment
- Best possible focus from optimally positioned reflectors
- Hours of operation timer to check total working hours
- Operating life of the lamps at least 2‘000 hours
- Power supply: 230V ± 10%
- Consumption: 110 W
- Mobile stand with 3 castors
- Adjustable height
Instructions for use
See users' manual
The light tubes, white and blue, must be changed every 2000 hours.
Precautions for Use
- Eye protection of the neonate is mandatory (see accessories)
- Increase breastfeeding. If the newborn is on intravenous fluids or extracted breast milk, increase the volume by 10%
- This equipment is sensitive to variations in voltage:
- Minimum requirements are: voltage regulation with over-voltage protection
- In critical areas or places with frequent and/or long powercuts: double conversion UPS is recommended
- Contact your biomedical referent for further information