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4. Ventilator Setup
This chapter provides instructions on how to assemble the ventilator.
It includes the following setup information:
•
Properly positioning the device
•
Installing the air filter
•
Supplying power to the device
•
Connecting the breathing circuit
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WARNING
Ventilator dependant patients
should be continuously
monitored by qualified
personnel. These personnel
should be prepared to provide
alternate therapy in the event of
ventilator failure or inoperative
equipment.
WARNING
Do not use the ventilator on a
patient until a system checkout
has been performed. See
Chapter 10 of this manual.
WARNING
For ventilator dependent
patients, always have alternate
ventilation equipment, such as
a back-up ventilator, manual
resuscitator, or similar device,
available.
CAUTION
Do not operate the ventilator at
temperatures below 5° C (41° F)
or above 40° C (104° F).
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