Chapter 2
Warnings and Cautions
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V60 Ventilator Service Manual
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2.6 First-Time
Installation
WARNING:
Never attempt to disconnect or reconnect the battery during operation.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible damage to the ventilator, always secure it to its stand
or securely place it on a flat, stable surface that is free of dirt and debris.
Do not use the ventilator adjacent to, or stack it with, other equipment.
2.7 Communications
Interface
WARNING:
Connect to the ventilator only items that are specified as part of or compatible
with the ventilator system. Additional equipment connected to medical
electrical equipment must comply with the respective IEC or ISO standards.
Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the requirements for
medical electrical systems (see IEC 60601-1-1 or clause 16 of edition 3 of
IEC 60601-1, respectively). Anybody connecting additional equipment to
medical electrical equipment configures a medical system and is therefore
responsible for ensuring that the system complies with the requirements for
medical electrical systems. Also be aware that local laws may take priority
over the above mentioned requirements. If in doubt, consult Respironics.
WARNING:
It is the responsibility of the end user to validate the compatibility and use of
information transmitted from the ventilator with the device to be connected to
the ventilator.
WARNING:
The data provided through the communications interface is for reference only.
Decisions for patient care should be based on the clinician’s observations of
the patient.
WARNING:
To prevent possible patient injury due to nonannunciating alarms, verify the
operation of any remote alarm device before use.
WARNING:
To ensure the functionality of the remote alarm, connect only Respironics-
approved cables to the remote alarm port.
CAUTION:
The remote alarm port is intended to connect only to an SELV (safety
extra-low voltage and ungrounded system with basic insulation to
ground), in accordance with IEC 60601-1. To prevent damage to the
remote alarm, make sure the signal input does not exceed the maximum
rating of 24 VAC or 36 VDC at 500 mA with a minimum current of
> 1 mA.
2.8 Diagnostic Mode
WARNING:
To prevent possible patient injury, do not enter the diagnostic mode while a
patient is connected to the ventilator. Verify that the patient is disconnected
before proceeding.
