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FLIGHT MEDICAL INNOVATIONS Ltd. FLIGHT 60T VENTILATOR Service Manual Models: SL; DL; iO LIT-0113 Rev. A02 SW 5.30...
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Legal Notice Disclaimer FLIGHT MEDICAL INNOVATIONS Ltd. (FLIGHT MEDICAL) provides this Service Manual in its commitment to help reduce patient risk and injury. However, this manual is not intended to in any way replace or substitute duty of care to a patient, professional responsibility, or professional judgment, nor is it intended to provide any warranty, promise, guarantee, assumption of risk or duty, release, or indemnity.
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Legal Notice patient condition. However, equipment surveillance should not replace direct observation of clinical signs. The liability of FLIGHT MEDICAL is subject to and limited to the exclusive terms and conditions as set forth herein. Said liability is limited whether arising out of, or related to, the manufacture and sale of goods, their installation, demonstration, sales representation, use, performance, or otherwise.
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About this Document About this Document This document is a service manual for the FLIGHT 60T and F60 Dual Limb Ventilators, ventilators that provide continuous or intermittent mechanical ventilation support for the care of individuals who require mechanical ventilation. It is intended for technicians who are responsible for maintaining, servicing, and providing troubleshooting assistance for the FLIGHT 60T and F60 Dual Limb Ventilators.
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Table of Contents 4.8.2 Connecting the Front Panel Assembly ........4-12 ) ..4-12 EPLACING THE MIXER EB BOARD NTERNAL MIXER MODEL ONLY 4.9.1 Removing the O mixer neb board ........4-12 4.9.2 Installing the O mixer board ..........4-13 4.10 R ..............
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Table of Contents 11.1 E .................. 11-2 LECTRONIC 11.2 M ..............11-5 ECHANICAL SSEMBLIES 11.3 C ..................11-8 ABLES viii | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
Introduction Intended Use 1 Introduction This Service Manual (V60-00002-18 Rev. A) provides information for servicing the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator. It is for use by authorized service personnel while installing, servicing, and repairing the ventilator. Intended Use The FLIGHT 60T Ventilator is intended to provide continuous or intermittent mechanical ventilation support for the care of individuals who require mechanical ventilation.
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Introduction Symbols Symbol Description Extended Screen Technical Screen Nebulizer Port Rear Panel Caution; consult accompanying documents Type BF applied part Temperature limitation Humidity limitation Atmospheric pressure limitation DC – Direct Current AC – Alternating Current USB – Universal Serial Bus LAN –...
Safety Instructions General Warnings 2 Safety Instructions At all times, strictly follow this manual. The safe use of the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator requires full understanding of its operation, and adherence to the manual's instructions. The equipment is only to be used for the purpose specified in section ...
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Safety Instructions General Warnings Ensure that the oxygen source is not empty before and during the use of the optional Air/Oxygen Entrainment Mixer or Oxygen Blending Bag Kit. As Li-Ion batteries are charged and discharged over time, their ability to hold a charge is decreased with use.
Safety Instructions Cautions Only a FLIGHT MEDICAL approved exhalation valve can be used with the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator. Perform a Circuit Test each time a clean circuit/exhalation valve is installed. This FLIGHT 60T Ventilator has been tested and found to comply with the EMC limits according to the EN60601-1-1-2 standard class B.
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Safety Instructions Cautions An authorized FLIGHT MEDICAL factory-trained technician must do all service or repairs performed on the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator. Do not open the ventilator or perform service on an open unit while connected to external power. Use standard antistatic techniques while working inside the ventilator or handling any electronic parts.
Functional Description Front Panel 3 Functional Description Front Panel The front panel contains the control buttons, visual indicators, display screen, and patient circuit connection. There are 2 types of keypad – symbols or print. Figure 1 – Front Panel Label Name Description Patient Circuit Connector...
Functional Description Front Panel Label Name Description Pressure Gauge The pressure gauge is a visual indicator of breath activity, which shows the dynamic movements of the breath pressures. When a breath is being delivered, the user can see the relative pressure and phase of the breath (inspiration or expiration).
Functional Description Front Panel Item Symbol Description 3 – Panel Lock Enables the user to lock the ventilator’s control, preventing accidental changes. Pressing the button of a locked panel and then Enter, unlocks the panel. 4 – Cancel Enable the user to cancel parameters change. 5 –...
Functional Description Left Side Panel Left Side Panel Figure 3 – Left Side Panel Label Name Description Emergency Air Intake Enables the patient to pull ambient air into the patient circuit in the event of a complete system failure. The Air Intake opening pressure is approximately -3 cmH O (-3 mbar).
Functional Description Right Side Panel Right Side Panel Figure 4 - Right Side Panel Label Name Description Fresh Gas Intake and Environmental air enters through this 30 mm ID Fresh Gas Intake. Filter Cover The air inlet particle filter is placed behind the Filter Cover to protect the patient as well as the ventilator’s piston system from dirt and particles.
Functional Description Back Panel Back Panel Figure 5 – Back Panel To ensure proper grounding and prevent possible shock hazards, this device should only be connected to grounded power receptacles. Label Name Description Detachable Battery Li-Ion 14.8 VDC AC Connector with Fuses 100 –...
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Functional Description Label Name Description USB A type USB port for uploading LOG files to an external memory stick; for authorized and qualified service technicians only. LAN (RJ45) LAN for network logging (currently not available). Mini RS-485 (COM3) For connecting FLIGHT MEDICAL peripherals. For future use. Low Flow Oxygen Port Low flow oxygen enrichment source.
Functional Description Remote Alarm Connection Remote Alarm Connection The Flight-60 ventilator can be connected to third party remote alarm system. The remote alarm station displays all visible and audible alarms and alerts if the ventilator is shutdown. Remote alarm cable should be connected to the COM2 RS232/RA port (the lower port) in the back of the ventilator.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Introduction 4 Removing and Reinstalling Modules Introduction This chapter provides detailed procedures on how to remove FLIGHT 60T Ventilator modules and assemblies that you suspect are worn, damaged, or performing improperly, and how to install new or repaired modules and assemblies. Make sure you are familiar with the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator's operation before attempting any service or maintenance.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Detachable Battery Replacing the Detachable Battery 4.3.1 Removing the Detachable Battery To remove the detachable battery: 1. Turn the lock dial counterclockwise, in the direction of the OPEN arrow. Figure 6 – Removing the Detachable (Main) Battery 2.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Removing the Ventilator Cover Figure 7 – Removing the Internal Battery Panel 2. Remove the internal batteries from the battery compartment. 4.4.2 Installing the Internal Battery To install the internal battery: Follow the above procedure in reverse order. Removing the Ventilator Cover 4.5.1 Removing the Ventilator Cover The following procedure describes how to remove the ventilator cover.
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Removing the Ventilator Cover Figure 8 – Removing Screws Inside Handle 2. Remove the two Torx screws connecting the ventilator cover to the back panel. Figure 9 – Removing Back Screws 3. Remove the two Torx screws from the bottom panel. 4-4 | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Removing the Ventilator Cover Figure 10 – Removing the Bottom Panel Screws 4. Remove the ventilator cover. The modules of the ventilator are now exposed and accessible. Figure 11 – Removing the Ventilator Cover Cover screws are longer than the rest of the screws used in the ventilator Flight 60T Service Manual | 4-5...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Power Board 4.5.2 Installing the Ventilator Cover To reattach the ventilator cover: Follow the above procedure in reverse order. Replacing the Power Board 4.6.1 Removing the Power Board To remove the power board: 1.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Power Board Figure 13 – Lifting Power Board from Ventilator Base 4. Holding the board by the grooves, carefully pull the board out by lifting up slightly on one side and then the other, continuing to alternate sides until the board is released from the socket.
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Power Board Figure 15 – Inserting Power Board into Ventilator Base 3. Firmly push down the power board, making sure that the power board connectors fit well into the sockets (pin headers) in the base of the ventilator. Figure 16 –...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply To remove the power supply: 1. Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section 4 .4). 2. Remove the ventilator cover (see section 4 .5). 3.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Front Panel Assembly Figure 19 – Detaching the Power Supply from Its Bracket To install the power supply: Follow the above procedure in reverse order Replacing the Front Panel Assembly 4.8.1 Removing the Front Panel Assembly To remove the front panel assembly: 1.
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Front Panel Assembly Figure 21 – Loosening the Torx Screws Under the Front Panel 5. Remove the Torx screws from the front panel brackets (one on each side). Carefully slide the front panel outwards to allow access to electrical cables and silicon tubes.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the O2 mixer Neb board * (iO2 Internal mixer model only) Figure 23 – Disconnecting from O mixer neb board 10. Disconnect the 3 silicon tubes coming from the main board. Note the color coding. Disconnect them from the Y connectors and not from the board itself.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Main Board Figure 24 – Securing screws Pull the mixer board out of the connector . 4.9.2 Installing the O mixer board To connect the O mixer board: Follow the above procedure in reverse order. 4.10 Replacing the Main Board Record system S/N, Blower S/N and motor hours prior to replacing the main...
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Main Board Figure 25 – LS1; LS2; P5 connectors Figure 26 – Disconnecting LS2 connector 5. Disconnect the P13 flat cable by pressing hard on the locker and then pulling it out. 4-14 | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Main Board Figure 27 – Disconnecting the P13 Flat Cable 6. Remove the six Philips screws securing the Main Board to the front panel. Figure 28 – Detaching the Main Board from the Front Panel 7.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Touch Screen Figure 29 – Detaching the Grounding Screw 8. Lift the Main Board. Carefully detach the flat cables from the connectors on the main board. 10. Remove the Main Board. Do not remove the silicon tubes from the main board when it is sent for repair. 4.10.2 Installing the Main Board To install the main board: 1.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Blower Assembly 4.12 Replacing the Blower Assembly 4.12.1 Removing the Blower Assembly To remove the blower assembly: 1. Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section 4 .4). 2.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Oxygen Sensor Figure 31- Blower screws 8. Remove the blower 4.12.2 Installing the Blower Assembly To install a Blower assembly: Perform the removal procedure in the reverse order. 4.13 Replacing the Oxygen Sensor Refer to Flight Medical Service Notes for a list of approved Oxygen sensors 4.13.1 Removing the Oxygen Sensor...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Figure 30 – Removing the Oxygen Sensor 5. Turn the oxygen sensor counterclockwise until it comes out. 4.13.2 Installing the Oxygen Sensor To install the oxygen sensor: Follow the above procedure in reverse order. 4.14 Replacing the O leak sensor Internal mixer...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Oxygen mixer * (iO2 Internal mixer model only) 4.15 Replacing the Oxygen mixer Internal mixer model only) 4.15.1 Removing the Oxygen mixer To remove the oxygen mixer: Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section ...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the O2 mixer filters * (iO2 Internal mixer model only) Figure 32 – Mixer orientation 4.16 Replacing the O mixer filters Internal mixer model only) To replace the filters: 1. Use twizers to remove the O-ring that secures the filters 2.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Purge Board Assembly 4.17 Replacing the Purge Board Assembly 4.17.1 Removing the Purge Board Assembly To remove the purge board assembly: 1. Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section ...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Solenoid Board Assembly 4.18 Replacing the Solenoid Board Assembly 4.18.1 Removing the Solenoid Board Assembly To remove the solenoid board assembly: 1. Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section ...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Solenoid Assembly Figure 36 – Removing the Silicon Tubes 7. Remove the solenoid board assembly. 4.18.2 Installing the Solenoid Board Assembly To install the solenoid board assembly: 1. Insert the solenoid assembly. 2. Insert the purge board assembly. 3.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Solenoid Assembly 4.19 Replacing the Solenoid Assembly 4.19.1 Removing the Solenoid Assembly To remove the solenoid assembly: 1. Remove the ventilator cover. 2. For iO internal mixer model - Remove the O leak sensor. 3.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Lower Board and D-type Board 4.20 Replacing the Lower Board and D-type Board 4.20.1 Removing the Lower Board and D-type Board To remove the Lower and D-type boards: 1. Remove the detachable battery (see section 4 .3) and the internal battery (see section ...
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Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Lower Board and D-type Board Figure 38 – Disconnecting P7 connector 11. Unscrew the 6 Philips screws securing the lower board and 2 Philips screws securing the D-type board 12. Gently lift the back side of the lower board and pull the lower board with D-type board out of the ventilator base Figure 39 –...
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Fuse D-type Board Lower Board Figure 40 – D-type and Lower boards 4.20.2 Installing the Lower Board and D-type Board To install the Lower and D-type boards: Follow the above procedure in reverse order. 4.21 Replacing the Fuse The fuse does not need regularly-scheduled servicing.
Removing and Reinstalling Modules Replacing the Rubber Bumpers 4.22 Replacing the Rubber Bumpers The six bumpers on the underside of the device do not need regularly-scheduled servicing. Servicing is required only in case of a problem. 4.22.1 Removing the Rubber Bumpers To remove bumpers: Use a Torx screwdriver to remove bumpers as needed.
Service/Technical Menu Advanced Screen 5 Service/Technical Menu To enter the Service/Technical menu: 1. Press Technical / 2. Press ADVANCED Screen. 3. Enter the code 5844, and confirm by pressing Advanced Screen Button Options Description Enable B-LEVEL ON/OFF Enable/Disable B-LEVEL ventilation mode Enable O2 mixer O2 Only Nebulizer is disabled...
Service/Technical Menu Service Screen Service Screen Button Options Description Serial OFF/EGD/JSON Serial port output format. SW Version Displays the SW version of each CPU Calibrate Pressure Activate pressure calibration Calibrate FIO2 Activate Oxygen sensor calibration Calibrate Bias Flow Activate Bias Flow calibration Calibrate Relief Activate Relief valve calibration SERVICE...
Software Upgrade Installing the SW upgrade 6 Software Upgrade Required equipment: USB storage device with the SW version (.pkg file) Software upgrade will not run if the batteries are charged below 50%. Installing the SW upgrade 1. Turn off the ventilator, disconnect from AC. 2.
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Software Upgrade Calibration integrity check 4. Verify the following: Within the 450-550 spec. Pbase 5 ± 1cm H 72% - 88% for External O Mixer. 76% - 84% for Internal O mixer (iO ) model 5. If any of those values is out of spec, perform the appropriate calibration and check again.
Calibration and Verification tests Required Equipment 7 Calibration and Verification tests Required Equipment Adult test lung specified up to 90cm H O with adjustable lung compliance of C=10;20;50 Pressure/flow analyzer, specified to 120cm H O, accuracy of 0.1 cmH ...
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Calibration and Verification tests Calibration 9. The following screen opens: 10. Check the Patient Pressure and Outlet Pressure values, verify the following: Values match the pressure measurement of the external pressure meter. Values are between 45 and 75 cmH ...
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Calibration and Verification tests Calibration 3. Press Enter / . The ventilator stops. 4. Press Calibrate Pressure again and then Enter / 5. Check the Patient Pressure and Outlet Pressure values, verify the following: Values match the pressure measurement of the external pressure meter. ...
Calibration and Verification tests Calibration 7.1.2 Pressure Relief Calibration To calibrate the pressure-relief mechanism: 1. Connect the ventilator to the test lung using a patient circuit 2. Set the test lung to minimum compliance 3. Press Technical / and then press ADVANCED Screen. ...
Calibration and Verification tests Calibration 7.1.3 Bias Flow Calibration To calibrate the Bias Flow: 1. Connect the circuit to the ventilator. 2. Remove the flow sensor from the end of the patient circuit. Connect a test lung to the patient circuit. ...
Calibration and Verification tests Calibration If the test fails: Check internal tubing connections for air leaks. 2. Run the following tests: Pressure sensor calibration Circuit test Pressure relief calibration 7.1.4 Oxygen Sensor Calibration To calibrate the Oxygen sensor: For iO internal mixer model Connect a high pressure oxygen hose to the High Pressure O2 port...
Calibration and Verification tests Calibration 7. Press SERVICE SCREEN 8. Press Calibrate FiO2. 9. Choose USED if calibrating the current sensor, NEW if O sensor is replaced. 10. Set the Entrainment Mixer dial to AIR. 11. Once the external Oxygen sensor displays 21%, wait 1 minute and then press Enter / 12.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) 7.2.1 Standard Ventilator Settings (STS) Refer to the following specifications whenever STS settings are called for: ACMV VCV = 500 mL PEEP = 0 P trig = -1.0 ...
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) LOW MV (Low minute ventilation) High P (High pressure) LOW P (Low pressure) Orange Audio Paused/Alarm Reset Green On/Off Orange Panel Lock All LEDs between 60 – 100 on the pressure gauge light up. If the test fails: Check the internal connectors to the front panel.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) If the test fails: 1. Press Cancel / 2. Replace the patient circuit. In case of a Flight60 DL check the exhalation valve diaphragm. 3. Perform the calibration again. 4. Check internal tubing connections for air leaks. 5.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) If the test fails: Repeat the following: Pressure sensors calibration Pressure relief calibration Circuit Test 7.2.6 Bias Flow To test the Bias Flow: 1. Set the test lung to compliance of 20ml/cmH O, resistance 20 2.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) 2. Connect a pressure meter between the ventilator and the test lung. 3. Set the ventilator to STS settings. 4. Set PEEP to 5, Bias Flow = OFF. 5. Activate ventilation. 6. After 5 breaths, check that the basic pressure levels in the lung and in the ventilator display are 5 ±1 cmH 7.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) 4. Simulate inhalation attempt by creating a negative pressure from the test lung. 5. Verify that the green P trig LED flashes and a mandatory breath is forced each time the edge (shoulder) is raised. 6.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) Rp = 20 4. Activate ventilation and continue for 15 breaths. 5. Verify that the pressure level is over 72 cmH O. If pressure doesn’t get to 72 O, decrease the compliance or increase the resistance of the test lung. If pressure becomes too high after changing compliance/resistance, reduce the set volume from 1400 until achieving the required pressure level.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) If the test fails: 1. Replace the Main Board (see 4 .10). 2. Perform the required calibrations (see 7 .3 Test table). 7.2.11 Battery /Charger /Power Supply To test the power supply: Verify that both batteries are above 60%.
Calibration and Verification tests Operational Verification Procedure (OVP) 7.2.12 Buzzer Test To test the buzzer: Press Parameters / and choose Screen ALARMS. 3. Tap the Buzzer button. 4. Choose HIGH and press Enter / . Verify that a High buzzer sound is heard. 5.
Calibration and Verification tests Test Table Test Table The following table summarizes tests associated with each device module. When a module is replaced, All tests associated with the replacement must be performed before the ventilator is used again. 7-24 | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
Maintenance Scheduled maintenance 8 Maintenance Scheduled maintenance BLOWER – The Blower should be replaced every 25,000 hours of operation or 5 years, whichever comes first. For instructions on replacing the Blower, see section 4 .12 After replacing the Blower, update the Blower serial number and zero the working hours: 1.
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Maintenance Download Log Files Change Auto Logs to ON The download icon will display. Wait for the download complete icon to display. Note that It might take few minutes for download to complete, depending on the size of the log files Check the USB device on a computer and verify that 3 log files –...
Troubleshooting Guide Introduction 9 Troubleshooting Guide Introduction The FLIGHT 60T Ventilator is used in life-support situations. As such, it is essential that all individuals using the FLIGHT 60T Ventilator, including clinicians and support staff, have a thorough understanding of its operation. This should include a working knowledge of the ventilator's pneumatic and electronic systems.
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Troubleshooting Guide Error Messages Displayed error Potential Cause Suggested Action HIGH MV INS Air leakage Check internal hoses connections HIGH MV EXH Calibration problem Check internal hoses connections Hardware problem Replace Main Board Replace Blower HIGH / LOW P BASE Solenoid malfunction Check solenoid Perform Circuit Test...
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Troubleshooting Guide Error Messages Displayed error Potential Cause Suggested Action MAIN BAT VOLTAGE Mismatch in Battery voltage Replace battery reading Replace Main Board MAIN BAT TEMP HIGH Battery overheating Replace battery Replace Power Board MAIN BAT GAUGE Battery control Replace battery SEC BAT CHARGER Charger malfunction Replace battery...
Spare parts Electronic Spare parts 11.1 Electronic Main Board ELA-0013 Connecting cables – not part of the board: MB to SB cable V60-70100-29 sensor cable V60-00130-29 FPC MB to PB cable V60-21000-29 Power Board ELA-0020 Power Supply SUB-0174 11-2 | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
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Spare parts Electronic Lower Board V60-22000-65 D-Type Board V60-24000-65 Purge Board V60-23000-65 Solenoid Board V60-26000-65 Connecting cables – not part of the board: 1 MB to SB cable V60-70100-29 Flight 60T Service Manual | 11-3...
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Spare parts Electronic Mixer Neb board ELE - 0001 Detachable (main) battery V60-19000-67 Integral battery SUB-0222 Keypad - English V60-74000-68 Keypad - Symbols SUB-0087 11-4 | FLIGHT 60T Service Manual...
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Spare parts Mechanical / Assemblies 11.2 Mechanical / Assemblies Front Subassembly SUB-0195 - English Keypad SUB-0194 - Symbols Keypad Connected items: Front right bracket V60-76023-03 Front Left bracket V60-76022-03 Blower SUB-0191 Connected item: Cooling Fan assy. MEB-0038 Solenoid SUB-0280 Filter Cover V11-35201-07 O-ring V11-36000-26...
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