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10.3 Checking the patient valve
(reusable hose system only)
Caution!
• Also observe the "Function check" section in the instructions for use of the
"Patient Hose System" WM 66696.
• Never use torn, wavy, distorted or sticky diaphragms for ventilation. Otherwise
considerable malfunctions are to be expected.
• When assembling the patient valve, it is essential you make sure that the PEEP
control diaphragm is correctly positioned and the right way up (the letters TOP on
the PEEP control diaphragm must face upwards). Otherwise the patient valve may
malfunction, putting the patient at risk.
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3. Visually inspect all parts for cracks or other mechanical damage.
4. Change any diaphragms that are torn, wavy, distorted or sticky.
5. Reassemble the patient valve.
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Function check
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1. Pull all the tubes and cables off the patient valve.
2. Dismantle the patient valve.
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– 1 Control cover
– 2 PEEP control diaphragm
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– 3 Main body of the patient valve
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– 4 Check valve diaphragm
– 5 Holder for check valve diaphragm
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