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Model 7300 Service Manual Aug 27, 1999 Part Number 9226-90-00 Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. P.O. Box 690 5 Technology Drive Wallingford, Connecticut, U.S.A. 06492.
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Service Policy Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. provides 24-hour a day access to technical support through its Technical Support Department in Wallingford, Connecticut, and company Service Representatives located throughout the United States. (Outside the U.S., primary technical support is handled through our qualified international sales and service distributors.)
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Warranty Equipment manufactured or distributed by Novametrix Medical Systems Inc., is fully guaranteed, covering materials and workmanship, for a period of one year from the date of shipment, except for certain disposable products and products with stated guarantees other than one year. Novametrix reserves the right to perform guarantee service(s) at its factory, at an authorized repair station, or at the customer’s installation.
Trademarks and Patents .......................... 6 Manual Revision History ........................... 6 Theory of Operation ............................7 NICO Model 7300 Non-Invasive Cardiac Output Monitor ................. 7 Digital Board 2763 ............................ 7 Microprocessor ..........................7 Background Mode Debugging and Application Development ............11 System Memory ..........................
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2 ......................................52 Monitor Specifications ..........................52 NICO Accessories ............................53 Parts Lists ..............................55 9226-00 Non-Invasive Cardiac Output Monitor, Model 7300 ..............55 9226-01 Main Assy ..........................55 2763-01 Digital Board Assy ........................56 2764-01 Power Board Assy ........................58 2765-01 Analog Board Assy ........................
• The NICO sensor connector should be properly inserted into the front panel receptacle prior to connecting the NICO sensor to the breathing circuit, in order to avoid a circuit leak, or occlusion of the NICO sensor tubing. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev 00...
A point of particular interest or emphasis intended to provide more efficient or convenient operation. • In order to ensure proper monitoring of oxygenation and ventilation: • The use of pulse oximetry is recommended during NICO monitoring. • Setting of ETCO and SpO alert limits is recommended. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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• There is no screen indication during monitoring, except on start-up (or when the SET ALERTS screen is displayed), as to when the NICO alert settings are off. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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About this manual This document contains information which is proprietary and the property of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc., and may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, translated, transcribed, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means, without the prior explicit written permission of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc.
Operating Conditions: 10 to +40° C (50 to 104° F), 10-90% R.H. non-condensing Manufacturing Quality & Safety The Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. manufacturing facility is certified to both ISO 9001 and EN46001 (MDD93/42/EEC Annex II). Novametrix’ products bear the “CE 0086” mark. The product is certified by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) to bear the UL mark;...
Theory of Operation NICO Model 7300 Non-Invasive Cardiac Output Monitor The NICO model 7300 monitor measures cardiac output based on changes in respiratory CO concentration caused by a brief period of rebreathing. The measurement of cardiac output is accomplished by interpreting data collected by...
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Enables circuitry for CO and Reference channel data acquisition. Low = Sample, 90 us, High = Hold CASEPWM Case Heater PWM PWM control for the case heater servo Table 2: TPU Timing Generation for the etCO subsystem Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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MPU brings the status signal SYSUP high, indicating that the system is ready for patient monitoring operation. Port Pin Functions System Signal Comments Name Table 4: Chip Select, Control and Discrete I/O Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Address Strobe SIZ0* / PE6 SIZ0 Signifies current operation is 8-bit data SIZ1* / PE7 CNFG2 Configuration Switch 2 R/W* Data Read Strode Data Write Strobe Table 4: Chip Select, Control and Discrete I/O Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
FLASH device. Two 128K x 8- bit Static RAMs (IC3 and IC6) contain volatile data storage for use as a temporary data scratch pad during system operation and for recording patient trend information. To Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Refer to sheet 2 on 2763-03 schematic. Time keeping for date and time stamping of patient trend information is provided by Real Time Clock IC16. This device contains a built in crystal for precise time and date Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Serial Channel A Receive Serial Channel A Transmit No Connection Isolated Ground Non-Patient Signal Ground No Connection No Connection No Connection No Connection Table 5: Serial Channel A, 9-pin D-subminiature connector located on the rear panel Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Table 7: Serial Channel C, 9-pin D-subminiature connector located on the rear panel Pin Number Signal Function Isolated Non-Patient Signal Ground Ground ADCIN0 ADC Input Channel 0 Table 8: Analog Connector, 15-pin D-subminiature connector located on the rear panel Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
When current flows through the source, it will also flow through current sensing resistor R23, creating a differential voltage proportional to the source current. This voltage is Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Both heaters use an efficient Pulse-Width Modulation scheme designed to decrease power consumption, with the PWM timing generated by the TPU under microprocessor Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Power On / Off control is achieved by sensing the state of the power switch located on the front panel. A high to low transition on the PWRSW line is debounced by C85 and IC31A, and clocked into Flip-flop IC32A, which causes the Flip- Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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AC stand-by or DC Power Down operating mode. Charging the battery takes place as long as the unit is connected into a viable source of AC MAINS power and the power entry module switch is in the “On” position. In order Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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DVDD +5VDC Regulated and filtered logic supply for general analog sub- systems ADCVDD +2.14VDC ADC input for monitoring VDD +14VDC (nominal) Loosely regulated off of the 5VDC feedback line Table 9: Power Supply Outputs Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
2 with a corner frequency of 1.5 kHz. The output from the low pass filter is fed to a 12-bit Digital to Analog converter IC14. The signal, CO2DFB comes into the feedback pin of the DAC, which acts as a programmable gain stage. Here, under Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
This error voltage is low pass filtered by amplifier IC8B, sent to the ADC and processed by the CPU to regulate the output pulses from the TPU. The error voltage out of amplifier IC9B also appears at the temperature watchdog comparator IC10A. If the Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
0 differential pressure (no-flow) point to mid-scale (during the zeroing process described earlier), negative pressure readings (P2>P1) are also available. The transducer is temperature compensated at 25 degrees Celsius and designed to be driven by a constant voltage source. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
LED's light will cause its photodetector mate to be turned on, which generates a signal that is sensed by the system and relayed back to the CPU. If the segment is non-reflective, no signal is returned to the sensing circuitry. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
TPU. Amplifier IC38A generates an analog signal, SPO2PROB, that varies with the saturation probe type. SPO2PROB is converted to digital form by ADC IC9 on the NICO 2763-01 Digital Board Schematic. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Functional Testing The functional Testing verifies overall functional integrity of the monitor and sensor. If the Model 7300 does not pass these tests, remove from use and contact the Novametrix Service Department for repair/replacement assistance. Refer to the Accuracy Tests for testing the rear panel connectors.
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29. Remove the finger sensor from your finger. Verify a PULSE SEARCH message is displayed. 30. Follow steps 20. 21. and 22. to return the low pulse limit to the previous value. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Set the power entry module switch back ON. 35. The test is complete. Disconnect the sensors from the monitor and turn it off. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Accuracy Tests The Accuracy Tests verifies the performance accuracy of the Model 7300. This test is typically performed in conjunction with (after) the Functional Tests. If the monitor does not pass the Accuracy Tests, remove from use and contact the Novametrix Service Department for repair/replacement assistance.
21. Turn the TB500B ON. Verify the status returns to “0”. 22. Press and hold the RED open test button on the TB500B. Verify the status is “13 IR LED FAIL”. 23. Release the RED open test button. Verify the status returns to “0”. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
42. Select the setup screen. Verify the setup screen is displayed. 43. Select SET TIME & DATE option. Follow the instructions and set the correct time and date. Exit the SET TIME & DATE screen then exit the setup screen. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Certain error conditions can be simulated to verify responses from the monitor under test. The TB1265 is an optional test device and is not mandatory for testing the Model 7300. Its purpose is to increase test efficiency by simulating a working CAPNOSTAT. The TB1265 Sensor Simulator is available from Novametrix Service Department.
13.77V ± 500mV. Remove the resistor. 7. Connect the 30 ohm resistor across the battery terminal connectors from J7. Using an oscilloscope, verify pulses present, the peak of the pulses should not be higher than 13.77V ± 500mV. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
260 and CASE T and DET T slowly rise and stabilize at 45.00 ± 0.20 within two minutes. 26. Disconnect the TB1265 from the monitor. Testing 27. Select SpO from the CO2 DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
48. Connect the “5” test jack to the monitor. Verify “(5) Unknown” is displayed. 49. Connect the “A” test jack to the monitor. Verify “(10) Unknown” is displayed. 50. Record the current barometric pressure from the calibrated barometer. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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66. Connect the NICO sensor to the monitor. Select REBREATHE. 67. Verify the pump starts and the PRESS2 ADC rises above 120. Select REBREATHE again, verify the PRESS2 ADC drops to 0. 68. Disconnect the NICO sensor. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
- Monitor ungrounded - Monitor ungrounded with polarity reversed 82. Measure the monitor AC leakage from the shorted saturation test jack to the hot side of the AC line. Verify a leakage current less than 25uA. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Model 7300. Maintenance Schedules The electronic circuits within the Novametrix Model 7300 monitor do not require scheduled calibration or service . However, in order to maximize battery life, the monitor’s internal battery should be tested monthly.
• Clean the sensor surface with a damp cloth. • Make certain that the sensor windows are clean and dry. • Do not immerse the CAPNOSTAT CO sensor. • Do not attempt to sterilize the CAPNOSTAT CO sensor. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
Maintenance Disassembly Disassembly CAUTION: The Model 7300 contains static sensitive devices. Be sure to follow proper grounding procedures when handling the internal components to avoid damage from static discharge. 7.4.1 Equipment Required • Phillips screwdriver • Small flat-blade screwdriver 7.4.2 Disassembling Unit 1.
Indicates heavy metal content, specifically lead. This symbol is found on the internal battery and the monitor enclosure. 1. Remove the line cord from the unit (if installed). 2. The internal battery will slowly discharge over long periods of non-use. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
The rear panel indicates the mains voltage setting for the monitor. Check that the voltage is correct before attaching the line cord and powering the monitor. The Model 7300 can operate from 100-120 VAC 50/60Hz or 200-240VAC 50/60Hz. Clamp for power...
2. Set the rear panel power entry module switch to OFF (“O”). Remove the line cord from the power entry module (if connected). 3. Using a flat blade screwdriver, pry the fuse access door open to expose the fuse housing. POWER ENTRY MODULE FUSE HOUSING FUSE ACCESS DOOR Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
3. Update diskette PN: 9571-07-XX (XX = new firmware version) 4. Reply card 7.9.2 Setup 1. Connect the serial cable to the rear panel 9 pin connector marked “1” on the NICO (see FIG. A). Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
3. The location and availability of the COM ports (COM1, COM2) will vary from computer to computer. Refer to the com- NICO puter’s documentation for more information. The update software can only communicate with the through either COM1 or COM2. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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9. Remove the serial communications cable from the PC and the NICO. Record the serial number from the NICO on the reply card. Fill in the remaining information and return the postage paid card to Novametrix. Model 7300 Service Manual Rev. 00...
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Specifications General Specifications for the Novametrix NICO Monitor, Model 7300, are listed for informational purposes only, and are subject to change without notice. NICO • Measurement Frequency: Rebreathing cardiac output measurement made every three minutes, rebreathing period is 50 seconds.
Parts Lists 10.1 9226-00 Non-Invasive Cardiac Output Monitor, Model 7300 Item Part No. Description Quantity 1003-32 LABEL, SERIAL NUMBER 1217-32 REPAIR LABEL 4470-32 LABEL, CAUTION GROUNDING 9026-32 LABEL, MANUFACTURED IN USA 9226-01 MAIN ASSY 9486-32 LABEL SET, REAR PNL, 7300...
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