Introduction - Dräger Narkomed 3 Technical & Service Manual

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1.0 Recommendations
Because of the sophisticated nature of Draeger Medical, Inc. anesthesia equipment and its critical
importance in the operating room setting, it is highly recommended that only appropriately
trained and experienced professionals be permitted to service and maintain this equipment.
Please contact DrägerService® at (800) 543-5047 for service of this equipment.
Draeger Medical, Inc. also recommends that its anesthesia equipment be serviced at three-month
intervals. Periodic Manufacturer's Service Agreements are available for equipment manufactured
by Draeger Medical, Inc. For further information concerning these agreements, please contact us
at (800) 543-5047.
Draeger Medical, Inc. products/material in need of factory repair shall be sent to:
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The manual is divided into several sections. The DIAGNOSTICS section describes self-test and
service diagnostics for checking the system functions. An understanding of the on-board service
capabilities is necessary before any attempt is made to troubleshoot the unit. The
TROUBLESHOOTING section lists error codes and provides troubleshooting guides to assist the
TSR in locating the source of a problem. The REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES section contains
instructions for removal and replacement of the assemblies that are considered field-replaceable.
The ADJUSTMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES section contains the field procedures
needed to restore original system specifications. The Periodic Manufacturer's Service (PMS)
PROCEDURE section outlines the steps required to verify the electrical, mechanical and
pneumatic safety of the unit and also identifies components requiring periodic replacement.
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
Troubleshooting the Narkomed 3 should always begin by communicating with those who observed
or experienced a problem with the unit. This may eliminate unnecessary troubleshooting steps.
Once a general problem is identified, refer to the troubleshooting flow charts in Section 3 to
determine the proper corrective action to be taken.
After a component has been replaced, verify that the unit is operating properly by running the
appropriate diagnostic procedure. The PMS PROCEDURE in Section 6 must also be performed
after any component has been replaced.
The general arrangement of the Narkomed 3 Anesthesia System is shown on the opposite page.
WARNINGS are used in this manual before procedures which if not performed correctly could
result in personal injury.
CAUTIONS are used in this manual to alert service personnel to the possibility of damage to the
equipment if a procedure is not performed correctly.
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INTRODUCTION