GE iVent 201 Series, User'S Reference Manual

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STORAGE PLANNED MAINTENANCE
When Storing ventilators for an extended period of time observe the following
recommendations:
Table 14: Storage Planned Maintenance
FREQUENCY PART MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
As Necessary Ventilator Wipe clean the exterior of the device.
O2 Sensor
O2 Sensor Replacement. After replacing the O2
sensors, you MUST perform O2 calibration.
Every 3 months Battery Charge the battery
Every 6 Months. Battery Deep discharge and recharge.
Disconnect the battery from the device
Ventilator Perform VVT.
Annually Battery Replace the battery
Ventilator Full calibration
Perform VVT
Every 2 years O2 sensor Replace O2 sensor
THE O.V.T
O.V.T. (Operational Verification Test) should be performed each and every time a
new patient circuit is used. The O.V.T. procedure is covered in detail on page 60.
THE MAINTENANCE SCREEN
WARNING Never attempt to access ANY Maintenance Screen functions while the
ventilator is connected to a patient.
Several Maintenance Screen functions involve service functions that are
critical to ventilator operation. Do not attempt to change any setting you
do not completely understand
CALIBRATION
WARNING Only trained personnel should perform calibration procedures.