Ohmeda Ohio Care Plus, Operation, Maintenance, Service Manual And Installation Instructions

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Warnings
Before using the Ohio Care Plus Servo-controlled humidifier, read through this entire
manual. As with all medical equipment, attempting to use this device without a thor-
ough understanding of its operation may result in patient or user injury. This device
should only be operated by personnel trained in its operation and under the direction
of qualified medical personnel familiar with the risks and benefits of this type of device.
Always disconnect the power before performing service or maintenance procedures
detailed in this manual. Apply power only if you are specifically instructed to do so as
part of the procedure.
Complete the “Preoperative Checkout Procedures” section of this manual before put-
ting the unit into operation. If the Servo-controlled humidifier fails any portion of the
checkout procedure it must be removed from use and repaired.
Do not use the Care Plus Humidifier in the presence of flammable anesthetics; an
explosion hazard exists under these conditions.
The humidifier fill tray and lid must be installed for proper incubator operation, even if
you do not plan to use the humidifier.
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Cautions
Only competent individuals trained in the repair of this equipment should attempt to
service it as detailed in this manual.
Detailed information for more extensive repairs is included in the service manual solely
for the convenience of users having proper knowledge, tools and test equipment, and
for service representatives trained by Ohmeda.
Precautions specific to certain procedures are found in the text of the manual.
General Precautions