Starting The Vvt; The Alarm Sound Test - GE iVent 201 Series User's Reference Manual

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Starting the VVT

The following procedures explain how to start the Ventilator Verification Test
(VVT).
To start the VVT procedures:
CAUTION

The Alarm Sound Test

The following procedures explain how to perform the Alarm Sound Test.
O2 supply
O2 hose
1. Connect a breathing circuit to the iVent
2. Make sure the ventilator is plugged into a working AC supply and switch
on the ventilator's power.
3. Select a patient weight to enable the ventilator to enter standby mode.
Prior to performing the VVT, the unit must be in a "warm" condition.
Connect the breathing circuit to a test lung and operate the ventilator
for at least 15 minutes.
4. Proceed to the Main Menu from the Main screen.
5. From the Main menu, select Maintenance.
6. A caution pop-up window appears. Select Yes to proceed.
7. Dial the Control Knob to select Ventilator Verification Test, and press.
8. The Ventilator Verification pop-up window appears (Figure 158).
Figure 158: The Ventilator Verification Pop-Up Window
9. Select Start and press the Control Knob.
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