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M
AINTENANCE
General Cleaning
Keep the unit and its accessories clean at all times. Never allow grease and/or oil to enter the
system or coat its components. Exposed parts should be dried following usage in wet
environments. Users are encouraged to clean this device and its accessories at regular intervals
and maintain up-to-date records of maintenance and inspections. Internal pneumatic
components are sealed, thus routine maintenance is not required. Pressure hose connections
should be wiped with a damp, soapy cloth and throughly dried with a lint-free cloth. The unit's
housing should also be cleaned as necessary with damp, soapy cloth and throughly dried with a
lint-free cloth. Do not clean with abrasives or chlorinated hydrocarbon cleansers.
High Pressure Hoses
Examine hoses for cracking, discoloration, and disfigurement. Wipe the exterior wall with a
damp, soapy cloth. Dry with a lint-free cloth. Examine end connection fittings for damaged
threads and sharp edges. Replace if defective, DO NOT attempt to repair.
Warning!
Never use oil or grease of any kind with oxygen or compressed gas equipment.
Preventative Maintenance
Routine maintenance should be performed on this instrument at regular intervals and prior to its
being placed into service. Routine maintenance should consist of the following:
1. Storage -- make sure the ventilator is stored in a clean and dry environment.
Operational checks -- with the ventilator not connected to a patient, power cycle the
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ventilator after every 1000 hours of use and using a ventilator circuit and test lung, operate
the ventilator at default settings, then change various settings and confirm proper operation,
test disconnect, airway pressure, and SpO
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Tubing and hose checks -- replace crimped, cracked, or worn tubing and hoses as required.
Mechanical components are subject to wear and fatigue over time. Components will
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deteriorate more quickly when used continuously. To insure compliance with operating
specifications, it is the user's responsibility to insure that periodic preventative maintenance
is performed. It is recommended that the In-Field Calibration Check be performed by ZOLL
or a certified ZOLL service facility.
ZOLL recommends that on a daily basis, the operator examine the breathing circuit for
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damage or wear including but not limited to cracking, discoloration, or disfigurement. If there
is any sign of physical degradation or the unit is indicating breathing circuit problems, the
operator should replace with a new breathing circuit.
Removable Foam Filter Replacement
The Removable Foam Filter is located on the right side of the ventilator. It should be inspected
and replaced if necessary every 1,000 hours of operation or more frequently if used in dusty
environments. Remove the filter using a pair of tweezers or similar tool. Examine the filter for
dirt, lint, or general wear. Replace if necessary.
(Part #465-0028-00). DO NOT attempt to clean the filter.
Caution
Do not operate the compressor without a filter in place.
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alarms.
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