Warnings - CareFusion LTV 1200 Service Manual

Warnings

WARNING
Ventilator Service and Repair - Only service technicians who have been trained and
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certified by CareFusion to service the LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100 ventilator are authorized to
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perform repairs or maintenance on the LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100. Do not attempt to repair
or replace any part of the ventilator unless you are trained and certified to do so by
CareFusion. Personal injury could result.
Fire or Explosion - Operation of the ventilator in the presence of flammable gases could
cause a fire or explosion. Under no circumstances is the ventilator to be operated when
explosive gases are present. The presence of nitrous oxide or flammable anesthetics
presents a danger to the patient and operator.
Untrained Personnel – Only properly trained personnel should operate the ventilator. The
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LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100 ventilator is a restricted medical device designed for use by
Respiratory Therapists or other properly trained and qualified personnel under the direction
of a physician and in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations.
Unauthorized Parts or Accessories – Serious harm to the patient may result from the use
of unauthorized parts or accessories. Only items expressly approved by CareFusion may be
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used in conjunction with the LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100 ventilator.
Ventilator Checkout Tests – Be aware that gas is not delivered to the patient during these
tests. Disconnect the patient from the ventilator and ventilate using an alternative method
before running the Ventilator Checkout tests.
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Ventilator Checkout and Maintenance Modes - The LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100 ventilator
does not deliver gas during the Ventilator Checkout mode (VENT CHECK) or Ventilator
Maintenance mode (VENT MTNCE) and should not be used to ventilate a patient during
these tests.
Mounting Screw Use – Internal damage to the ventilator may result if wrong length
mounting screws are used to secure parts or accessories. Refer to the information
contained in Replacement Screws Kit, P/N 11149, to determine the appropriate accessories
mounting screws or accessories replacement screws to use when removing or exchanging
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external accessories on an LTV 1200, 1150, or 1100 ventilator.
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