Dräger Apollo Operating Instructions

Leak Tests Chapter 5 - Preuse Checkout
Apollo Operator’s Manual 67
Part Number: 90 38 237, 6th edition
• Remove the absorber canister and verify that
the lip of the canister and mating surface on
the breathing system are free of dust and
granules. Verify canister is tight. If a CLIC
adapter is being used, verify it is properly
secured.
• Ensure that the breathing system cover plate is
securely tightened with the 5 hex head
fasteners.
• Ensure that the 15 mm (0.59 in) leak test
connector is not scratched or damaged.
• Visually inspect the gaskets and valves within
the breathing system for possible leaks or
damage.
Additional suggestions to isolate components of the
breathing circuit for leaks:
Patient Sample Line Isolation:
• Remove the gas sample line from the patient
circuit and occlude the Luer connection on the
patient circuit.
• Perform leak test.
Isolation of Patient Circuit:
• Remove the patient circuit from the breathing
system.
• Install a known tight 22 mm (0.87 in) hose
between the inspiration and expiration
ports.The breathing bag must be on the bag
arm.
• Perform leak test.
Isolation of Vaporizers
• Remove the vaporizers from the vaporizer
mount.
• Perform leak test.
Note: The Apollo automated self test does not
check for internal vaporizer leakage.
Therefore, after filling or changing
vaporizers, perform the leak test on each
respective vaporizer.

Dräger Apollo Specifications

General

Brand	Dräger
Model	Apollo
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English