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BiPAP Focus Ventilator Service Manual © Respironics, Inc.
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Chapter 4. Periodic Maintenance
This chapter describes cleaning and maintenance procedures for the
BiPAP Focus ventilator. To ensure correct operation, perform maintenance at
the recommended intervals
.
Table 4-1 summarizes BiPAP Focus maintenance
procedures.
4.1 Preliminary
Cleaning and
Inspection
WARNING:
To prevent disease transmission, use personal protective equipment when
handling contaminated bacteria filters or other patient accessories. Follow
manufacturers' labeling and institutional guidelines for disposal of
contaminated accessories.
Before servicing the ventilator, clean and inspect as follows:
•
Remove humidifier connections from the ventilator, if applicable.
•
Visually inspect the exterior of the ventilator for damage. Replace
damaged parts as needed.
•
Clean the exterior of the ventilator with a soft damp cloth moistened
with any of the following solutions: mild detergent or soapy water,
10% bleach solution (90% water), isopropyl alcohol (91%), or
quaternary ammonium germicide (spray or disposable cloth).
•
Clean the ventilator interior using an ESD-safe vacuum.
•
Remove and inspect the air inlet filters. Clean or replace as necessary.
Table 4-1: BiPAP Focus Periodic Maintenance
Part
Interval
Procedure
Battery
As required.
Replace the battery if a Batt. Charge
Failure alarm occurs and battery cannot
be recharged (section 4.4).
Recharge the battery if it has been
unused for 3 months with the ON/OFF
switch in the OFF (O) position.
Reusable air inlet
filter (gray)
Every month.
Every year or as required.
Clean as described in section 4.2.
Replace.
Disposable ultra-
fine air inlet filter
(white)
As required.
Replace. Do not attempt to clean or
reuse disposable filters.
System exterior
As required.
Clean with using a soft damp cloth. Do
not spray or immerse in liquid. Do not
allow liquid to penetrate the system.
Flow valve
10,000 operating hours.
Replace flow valve.
