Checking Readiness For Use; Connecting The Test Lung; Testing The Mains Failure Alarm - Dräger Babylog 8000 plus Instructions For Use Manual

Care

Checking readiness for use

Checking readiness for use
This must be done each time the unit is assembled.
Assemble the equipment completely (page 19).
After switching on, calibrate the flow sensor (page 25).

Connecting the test lung

The test lung consists of a bellows simulating compliance
(about 0.5 mL/mbar) and a CH 12 tracheal tube about
165 mm long, with connector, for simulation of airway
resistance.

Testing the mains failure alarm

Disconnect the mains plug from the from the mains supply
socket.
1 Switch on the ventilator by pressing the main switch on the
rear of the unit until it locks into position.
A continuous tone must sound at a constant level for about
20 seconds. If this does not happen, charge the battery (see
"Before using for the first time" on page 22).
2 Swing the protective cover of the main switch to one side.
1 Fully depress the main switch and release it to switch the
ventilator off.
The continuous tone ceases.
Re-insert the mains plug into the mains supply.
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