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14. AirLife™ nCPAP Driver Comprehensive Performance Test:
Model Number 006900
The following test must be conducted annually and after any service/ repair in order to ensure that
the device is operating within its specified limits. It is prudent to maintain records of the
Comprehensive Performance Tests and Preventative Maintenance. Each device has a unique
serial number printed on the rear face of the housing for tracking purposes.
14.1 Comprehensive Performance Test
Test Set-up Notes:
1. The Air and Oxygen supply lines must be no longer than 15 feet in length.
2. Use calibrated test equipment with appropriate accuracy and tolerances to verify the device
outputs. As noted below and on the data sheet, the accuracy and tolerance of the test equipment
must be considered when determining if a response is within the stated acceptable limits.
Standardize all test equipment to the manufacturer's recommended procedure before collecting
data.
Note: Galvanic oxygen sensors are affected by pressure. Galvanic sensors must be
standardized (calibrated) at the same pressure the FiO
galvanic sensor is placed in the pressurized portion of the circuit, it must be re-standardized with
every change in CPAP level to ensure accuracy.
3. The Driver has an internal timer that starts when the single audible beep is activated immediately
after power up. Use an external timer initiated concurrently with the audible beep in order to plan for
the automatic oxygen calibration routines that occur. The driver performs a 2 point oxygen
calibration during the initial self-test to capture FiO
performs oxygen calibration routines at elapsed times of 20 minutes and 40 minutes to correct for
the electronics warming up. The FiO
warm-up period if the automatic calibration routines are allowed to occur as scheduled. Note that
the device will automatically abort and postpone a scheduled calibration sequence if an alarm is
active or if a parameter is changed during a calibration routine. Plan around the calibration routines
or allow the device to warm-up for at least 40 minutes before completing the tests to ensure optimal
FiO
accuracy.
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4. If using tanks for air or oxygen sources, then ensure that the pressure is adequate to complete the
test (preferably a minimum of 800 PSI) and regulated between 41-66 PSI, preferably at a nominal of
50 ± 3 PSI.
Start-Up, Splash Screen, and Unit Inspection:
5. Record the serial number of the Airlife Driver and the pertinent information for all test equipment
used to verify the performance of the device.
6. Visually inspect the inlet air filter and filter bowl. If the filter is dirty or wet, it should be replaced.
7. Connect the Device to a clean, dry Air and oxygen source regulated between 41-66 PSI, preferably
at a nominal of 50 ± 3 PSI.
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values for 21% and 100% oxygen. It also
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accuracy will remain within the stated accuracy during the
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measurement will be taken. If the
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