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6.4
Preliminary tests – Introduction
The preliminary tests have the aim to verify the correct connection and functionality of
the anaesthesia unit and of all its modules.
Before using the anaesthesia unit on a patient, it is necessary to
perform some of preliminary tests in order to check that the equipment
is properly operating.
The list of preliminary tests is available at the end of the present
chapter.
The preliminary test's should be performed:
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Before starting with anaesthesia unit MORPHEUS verify that:
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it has been prepared for use (cfr. Maintenance - Cleaning, disinfection and
sterilisation).
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it has been correctly positioned.
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all accessories and deviced for correct operation have been predisposed.
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electric power and gas supplies have been connected.
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it is used a patient simulator fixed to the terminal of supplied patient circuit.
The patient simulator suggested for tests and checking's is SIARE
code LS.AB.001 which is equipped with variable compliance and
resistance.
WARNING! Risk of explosion and/or fire
In case of suspected oxygen loss from anaesthesia unit or from other
neareby, do not start using the unit.
Close all the oxygen supplies and contact the nearest Siare Service
Center.
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each time the anaesthesia unit is turned ON and used
or whenever a connection is made or an important component is
replaced (valves group, patient circuit, oxygen probe, etc...)
User's Manual, version DU3300105
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