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MAINTENANCE
TESTING ALARM CONDITIONS
Do not test while the ventilator is being used on a patient.
NOTE:
These testing procedures require clinical settings to be changed. If necessary, record clinical settings
before beginning.
For each test verify both corresponding alarm notifications occur and are correct:
The visual alarm appears on the touch screen, and
The audio alarm is audible, or the ventilator vibrates if in vibration mode.
NOTE:
Other alarms and/or multiple alarms may occur during the testing procedure. If a different alarm occurs
from the one you’re testing for, use the
Active Alarms
button on the touch screen to display the alarm list. The
alarm you are testing for may be listed in the list of additional alarms. For more information, see "Chapter 7:
Alarms, Alerts, and Troubleshooting" on page 85.
As long as the alarm you are testing for is listed, the test may be considered complete.
If the alarm is not listed, turn off the ventilator, and turn it back on. Check that the test settings are correct and
repeat the test.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR TESTING
A Life2000® Ventilator
An adjustable gas source connected to an adjustable regulator (to test the High Gas Pressure alarm, both
must be able to reach 95 PSI). Either oxygen or air may be used for testing.
NOTE:
The Life2000® Compressor is not an adjustable air source.
An interface (either the Breathe Pillows Interface™ or Breathe Universal Circuit
™
connector may be used for
testing)
NOTE:
The interface will be handled during testing. Thoroughly clean the testing interface before using it
on patient or purchase the Life2000® Performance Verification Testing Kit. For information about ordering
accessories and replacement parts, see "Accessories and Replacement Parts" on page 133.
