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BiPAP Focus Ventilator ™ ® S E R V I C E M A N U A L REF 1029568 Rev A...
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The BiPAP Focus is appropriate for acute, sub-acute, and intra-hospital transport settings. The BiPAP Focus System is intended for use with nasal and full face masks. The BiPAP Focus is not intended to be a life-support device.
Introduction and Intended Use Recommended Tools Table 1-1 lists the recommended tools, test equipment, and materials required and Test Equipment to service and maintain the BiPAP Focus Ventilator. Description Manufacturer and Model Test Equipment Digital multimeter (DMM) accurate to three decimal...
Warnings • To assure the safety of the service technician and the specified performance of the device, Respironics recommends that only technicians having prior training or experience servicing ventilatory devices perform any repairs or adjustment to the BiPAP Focus.
Explosion hazard. Do not operate the ventilator in the presence of flammable anesthetic agents. • To avoid the risk of fire, use only Respironics-approved batteries. All battery connections are keyed to ensure proper connection. Do not attempt to connect a battery incorrectly. Only qualified technicians should install the battery.
Chapter 2 Warnings and Cautions • Care should be taken to avoid exposure of the BiPAP Focus to temperatures at or near the extremes of those specified in Chapter 3. If exposure to such temperatures has occurred, the device should be allowed to return to room temperature before being turned on.
(one during inspiration and one during exhalation), and delivers timed breaths if the patient does not initiate a breath. The BiPAP Focus System alarms annunciate when high or low pressure regulation, apnea, patient disconnect, low power, or loss of mains power conditions occur.
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See Section 4 for periodic maintenance information. The BiPAP Focus has a reusable dust filter that is gray in color. An optional pollen filter, white in color is also available.
• When pins 1 and 9 are used, the relay is closed during normal operation, and open during an alarm condition including loss of power. • Female DB9 connector pin configuration: WARNING: Use only Respironics-supplied cables with the nurse call station/serial communications connector. Physical BiPAP Focus 355-mm H x 290-mm W x 140-mm D (14.0-in.
Chapter 3 Theory of Operation Storage When the BiPAP Focus is not in use for periods of 2 weeks or longer, it is recommended that the unit be stored in a clean, sanitized plastic bag. Bacteria Filter Dead space 68 mL Bacteria/viral filter >99.99%...
Chapter 4. Periodic Maintenance This chapter provides guidelines and illustrates the cleaning and maintenance procedures for the BiPAP Focus system. Table summarizes maintenance procedures for the BiPAP Focus System. To ensure correct operation, perform all maintenance at the recommended intervals.
Chapter 4 Periodic Maintenance Storing the BiPAP When the BiPAP Focus is not in use for periods of 2 weeks or longer, it is recommended that the unit be stored in a clean, sanitized plastic bag. Focus While the unit is being stored, ensure that the power switch on the back of the unit is in the OFF (O) position.
Replacing the Battery WARNING: To avoid the risk of fire, use only Respironics-approved batteries. All battery connections are keyed to ensure proper connection. Do not attempt to connect a battery incorrectly. Only qualified technicians should install the battery.
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2. Remove the two screws that secure the battery compartment door. 3. Unplug the battery cable and remove the old battery from its compartment. 4. Insert a new Respironics-approved battery (see “BiPAP Focus Replacement Parts List” on page 9-1) into the compartment and plug the battery cable into its connector.
Chapter 5. Diagnostic Mode and Troubleshooting This section describes the BiPAP Focus diagnostic mode and other troubleshooting procedures. Diagnostic mode allows: • View product information, including serial numbers and versions of software and hardware. • View and adjust system settings, including Language, time since last service, date and time.
(DRPT): Interface for DRPT 1. Connect BiPAP Focus Communications Cable (P/N 1030010) between the PC and BiPAP Focus ventilator. Connect the male end labeled Diagnostics to the back of the ventilator and the female end to the service PC.
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Chapter 5 Diagnostic Mode and Troubleshooting Figure 5-6: Entering a Name for the Connection to the BiPAP Focus Ventilator 5. Select the appropriate serial port (Figure 5-7 shows Com1 selected), then click OK. Figure 5-7: Selecting the Serial Port 6. Enter these settings for the serial port (Figure 5-8): Figure 5-8: Serial Port Settings BiPAP®...
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Chapter 5 Diagnostic Mode and Troubleshooting Generating a 1. With the BiPAP Focus ventilator in diagnostic mode and the serial communcations cable, the end labeled Diagnostics connected to the Diagnostic Report ventilator, start HyperTerminal, open the BiPAP Focus (DRPT) Communications file, or click on the BiPAP Focus Communications icon on the PC (if created).
View sensor readings: view these readings to see the real-time effect of changes to voltages, temperature and control signals. Figure 5-13: Diagnostic Mode: Sensors Screen Table 5-1 defines sensor readings for the BiPAP Focus. NOTE: Hi = 1 and Lo = 0...
Table 5-2: System Test Defined (Sheet 2 of 2) Significant Event The BiPAP Focus Ventilator generates a log of system events, including settings changes, alarms, and codes that can be used for troubleshooting. If a Codes ventilator inoperative condition or unexpected reset occurs, the significant event log includes the ventilator settings, patient data, and alarm conditions that were in effect.
This is to prevent possible power loss. CAUTION: The ventilator must be recalibrated following a software download. Download Service The most current revisions of the Service Center Tools Suite and BiPAP Focus operational software should be downloaded from the Respironics Service Software to the website.
Chapter 6 Ventilator Communications Installing Communications software allows the ventilator to communicate with the service PC. Follow these steps to install BiPAP Focus communications software Communications onto a service PC: Software on the Service PC 1. Connect the universal serial bus (USB) cable between the service PC and ventilator.
7. Once the drivers for software downloads are complete the process for loading the BiPAP Focus can begin. Starting the BiPAP The BiPAP Focus Wizard is comprised of two phases: Focus Wizard • Phase 1 - Downloading controller board software to the ventilator.
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Figure 6-15: Ventilator Management Screen 7. Check one of the ventilator options then click Next. 8. The BiPAP Focus Software Selection screen appears. Select the software version from the list and click Next. Figure 6-16: BiPAP Focus UI Software Selection Screen 9.
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16. The ventilator must now be recalibrated. Proceed to Chapter 7: Performance Verification. Reprogramming the The serial number of each BiPAP Focus ventilator is stored in nonvolatile memory on its UI PCB, and must be reprogrammed if you replace the UI PCB. BiPAP Focus Serial Number 1.
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3. Once the ventilator and PC are connected, power up the ventilator while holding down the Up and Down arrow buttons until the ventilator displays the message Waiting to detect the BiPAP Focus Ventilator (Figure 6-22). Click Next. Figure 6-22: Powering Up the Ventilator 4.
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6. Fill the “I want to perform advanced configuration operations.” check box then click Next, or click Cancel to exit. Figure 6-24: Ventilator Management Screen 7. The BiPAP Focus Update Ventilator Configuration screen appears. Fill the Ventilator Serial Number check box then enter the serial number in the text box.
(cmH2O), flow rate (LPM), volume (Liters BTPS), and respiratory rate Utility Software Log on to Calibration and testing of the BiPAP Focus requires http:// servicesoftware.respironics.com the use of Respironics Utility Software and download the Utility Software onto your PC.
Remove humidifier connections from the ventilator, if applicable. • Visually inspect the exterior of the ventilator for damage. Replace damaged parts as needed. • Clean the ventilator exterior as described in the BiPAP Focus Clinical Manual. • Clean the ventilator interior using an ESD-safe vacuum. •...
14. Use the Up/Down keys to highlight the ON Battery LED then press the Enter key to test ON Battery LED. BiPAP Focus System Before the BiPAP Focus can be calibrated, the device must be run-in for at least 35 minutes to avoid possible calibration failures. Run-in Equipment Required 0.25"...
To do this in a logical manner and for a technician or therapist to know exactly when a certain event has occurred, the BiPAP Focus runs and records events in real-time. This time is checked and compared to your computers time when running the calibration software.
Performance Verification If Real-Time Clock Calibration Fails If calibration fails, confirm that the BiPAP Focus Time and Date are set to within 5 minutes of the service PC. Re-run the calibration. If the calibration fails again, replace the controller PCB and retest.
2. Skip the Name and Password dialog box by clicking OK. Figure 7-5: MFTS Name and Password 3. Click the Open button in the top left-hand corner. 4. Select file name BiPAP Focus Production Post Test and press the Enter key. REF 1029568 Rev A...
3. Connect the power and RS232 cables to the back of the unit. 4. Start the BiPAP Focus in diagnostic mode. Power on the unit and press the Standby key, then immediately press both the Alarm Silence and Alarm Reset keys simultaneously until the unit enters diagnostic mode then press Continue.
NOTE: Retrieve and WRITE down the BLOWER SUBSYSTEM SERIAL NUMBER from the BiPAP Focus Product Information screen. It may be necessary to input the blower subsystem serial number if the memory is cleared because it failed calibration.
Performance Verification Field Calibration This procedure provides remote instructions for the calibration of the BiPAP Focus. The results of this calibration can be printed to a local printer and used as a final test data sheet. NOTE: Make sure real time clock calibration is complete before attempting the system calibration procedure.
3. Download this utility to the service PC. 4. Extract the file Service-Center-Tools.exe and launch the installation wizard. 5. Navigate the start menu Start \ Programs \ Respironics \ Tools \ Service Center Tools. 6. Select Read Serial Number and Model Number from the drop down list ‘Please Select A Tool To Execute...’...
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PC. Then connect the male end labeled Software/Rasp to the ventilator. 2. Connect the external power supply to the BiPAP Focus. 3. Remove the bacteria filter from the ventilator if it is connected. 4. Connect the oxygen enrichment adapter to the outlet of the BiPAP Focus and occlude the adapter.
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9. The program prompts to enter the UUT MODEL NUMBER. Click OK after entering the UUT Model Number. 10. Enter the OPERATOR NAME and click OK. 11. Verify that the label is: BiPAP Focus. Click PASS. 12. The program will then run through an alarm test. Follow the on screen instructions.
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20. Observe the flow meter. If the flow is greater than 160 lpm, click on the red button to decrease the flow. If the flow is less than 150 lpm, click on the green button to increase the flow. When the BiPAP Focus is delivering between 150-160 lpm, click on the DONE button.
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33. A green PASS prompt will appear on the computer screen. Click the OK button to view the test data sheet. Click OK on the print results button to print the test data sheet. Figure 7-31: BiPAP Focus Test Results print out 7-27 REF 1029568 Rev A...
Set the BiPAP Focus to 20 cmH O. Verify the pressure reading and record it on the test data sheet. d. Set the BiPAP Focus to the S/T mode and set the IPAP pressure to 10 cmH O, EPAP pressure to 5 cmH O, BPM to 10 and the Ti I-time to 2.0.
Chapter 8. Component Removal/Installation This chapter illustrates the names and locations of the replaceable components in the BiPAP Focus system. This chapter provides a quick reference and overview of the unit. Within each replacement section, more detailed support information is provided to illustrate the exact component location and replacement procedure(s).
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Chapter 8 Component Removal/Installation BiPAP Focus has the following communications requirements: • IPC between the TCB and the UI. • Serial port for calibration and TCB software upgrade • USB port for UI section software upgrade Figure 8-19: Communications Interconnection 8-18 BiPAP®...
Chapter 9 BiPAP Focus Replacement Parts List Chapter 9. BiPAP Focus Replacement Parts List This section lists and illustrates the major components of the BiPAP Focus portable ventilator, including: • Exterior • Front panel/user interface • Ventilator interior • Electronic parts Complete Parts List Table 9-1 lists the complete list of all BiPAP Focus repair parts.
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