REF 1029568 Rev B
BiPAP Focus Ventilator Service Manual © Respironics, Inc.
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Chapter 2. Warnings and Cautions
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are used throughout this manual to identify
possible safety hazards, conditions that may result in equipment or property
damage, and important information that must be considered when performing
service procedures on the BiPAP Focus.
2.1 Warnings
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To ensure personal safety and ventilator performance, service is to
be performed only by qualified service personnel.
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To avoid injury to the patient airway, DO NOT use the BiPAP Focus
where ambient room temperature is above 95 °F (35 °C) because
outlet gas temperature may exceed 106° F (41°C).
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Use only Respironics repair/service parts. Using non-Respironics
parts can alter ventilator reliability or result in damage, and
affects the ventilator warranty. Contact Customer Service.
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High voltages are present in the AC/DC power supply, power cord,
and VGA interface PCB. To avoid electrical shock, disconnect
power before cleaning or repairing the ventilator.
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DO NOT immerse this device in liquid or allow liquid to enter the
cabinet or the filter intake.
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To avoid personal injury, always disconnect external AC and DC
power sources from the ventilator before servicing or cleaning.
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To avoid personal injury or the possibility of damage to the
ventilator, regularly inspect the power cord to ensure it is free from
defects and any obvious wear, and is properly grounded.
•
Never troubleshoot while a patient is connected to the ventilator,
since normal operation is suspended.
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If the ventilator has been operating, the internal parts may be hot.
Use caution when accessing.
WARNING:
A condition that could cause injury to a patient, operator or technician if
the instructions in this manual are not followed correctly.
CAUTION:
A condition that could cause damage to, or shorten the service life of,
the device.
NOTE:
Important information concerning the construction or operation of the
device.
