Northern Meditec Crius V6, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 6 Ventilation
6.1 Turn on the System
1. Insert the power cord into the power receptacle. Ensure the external power indicator
light is lit.
2. Press the key.
3. The alarm indicator light flashes yellow and red once in turn, and then the speaker and
the buzzer give a check sound respectively.
4. A start-up screen and start-up check progress bar appear. Then the System Check screen
is displayed.
NOTE
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When the ventilator is started, the system detects whether audible alarm tones and alarm
lamp function normally. If yes, the alarm lamp flashes red and yellow successively, and
the speaker and the buzzer give check tones. If not, do not use the equipment and contact
us immediately.
6.2 System Check
WARNING

To ensure optimum performance of the ventilator, re-do System check each time when
accessories or components like patient tubing, humidifier, and filter are replaced
CAUTION

Always run System Check before using the ventilator on a patient. If the ventilator fails
any tests, remove it from clinical use. Do not use the ventilator until necessary repairs are
completed and all tests have passed.

Before running System Check, disconnect the patient from the equipment and ensure that
a backup ventilation mode is available for patient ventilation.
To enter the System Check screen,
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The System Check screen is accessed automatically after powering on the system.
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On the non-standby screen, select the [ Standby ] button and enter the Standby status after
your confirmation. Select the [ System Check ] button in the Standby status to enter the
System Check screen.