Recommended Schedule Of Maintenance; Table 8-1. Consumables And Replacement Intervals - Covidien Puritan Bennett 560 User Manual

Routine Maintenance
b. The filter is properly installed in its housing. Proper installation of the filter prevents particles
from entering the device.
8.2

Recommended Schedule of Maintenance

Consumables and Replacement Intervals
When used under normal circumstances - a relatively dust-free atmosphere, and without damage to the
device and its components (shocks, cracks, significant dirt) - the intervals for replacing the ventilator's consum-
able elements are as follows:

Table 8-1. Consumables and Replacement Intervals

Air Inlet Filter
(Foam + Fine Particle)
Inspirited Bacteria Filter
Patient Circuit
Exhalation Block
Note:
For a list of parts and accessories, refer to
representative or consult www.puritanbennett.com.
* The exhalation block replacement frequency may be 3 months (**) for patients ventilated by
tracheotomy > 12 hours / day. The replacement frequency may be extended to 6 months for patients
ventilated < 12hours / day depending on the frequency of technician visits
** This minimum replacement period is based on bench test validation performed under 24/24
continuous ventilation and active humidification conditions over a period of 3 months. (Test report
N°08DE265). Test report results show that no condensation or drops of water that would affect flow
measurement were found in the exhalation block or the Piezzo valve.
8-2
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Figure 8-1. Replacing the Air Inlet filter
Elements
FIO Sensor
2
2
Recommended Replacement Intervals
Once a month or more often, depending on
the extent of soiling
See manufacturer's recommendation
See manufacturer's recommendation
Single use Single patient
14 to 18 months or more often in case of persistent calibration
4 months(*) (and for each new patient)
Appendix F, "Parts and Accessories"
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