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CHAPTER 2: STATIONARY CONFIGURATION
INTRODUCTION TO STATIONARY CONFIGURATION
In Stationary Configuration, the ventilator is docked into the compressor. The compressor provides the ventilator
with a continuous pressure source and functions as a charging station.
STATIONARY CONFIGURATION SETUP CHECKLIST
Refer to the chapter contents for full instructions, warnings, and cautions.
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Test the ventilator before using it on a new patient if in multi-patient environment (see section below).
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Position the compressor (see page 16).
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Connect the compressor to an AC power source using the compressor’s external power supply and AC
power cord (see page 17).
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Dock the ventilator into the compressor (see page 18).
TIP:
Check to make sure the ventilator is locked in the compressor.
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Connect an interface to the compressor (see page 19).
NOTE:
For information about the interface on the patient side, see "Chapter 5: Connecting an Interface" on
page 51.
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Power on the compressor (see page 20).
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Power on the ventilator (see page 20).
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Check the compressor’s battery charge status (see pages 21
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22).
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Check the ventilator’s battery charge (see page 23).
NOTE:
Ventilation will not begin until an Activity button is pressed on the ventilator. For more information see
"Choosing an Activity Button (Patient-Selectable) to Begin Ventilation" on page 74.
TESTING THE VENTILATION SYSTEM
In a multi-patient setting, the ventilation system must be tested before it is assigned to a new patient. For
instructions on testing the ventilation system, see "Testing Ventilator Alarms" on page 118.
