Pre-use Checkout
Instructions for Use Apollo SW 4.5n 97
Part Number: 9053586, 3rd edition
Check the breathing system:
1. Make sure patient hoses are correctly and
securely connected, with optional filters inserted.
2. Make sure fresh absorbent is in the canister,
without violet discoloration.
Figure 41. Location of Absorb. Changed KeyNote: If the absorbent is changed during this
procedure, the date and time can be logged
by pressing the >Absorb. changed< key on
the Check List screen
(1 in Figure 41). The label of the key then
changes to >Undo Change<, and can be
pushed again to undo the absorbent change
information. The absorbent change
information will be logged in the system
when the automatic test is started.
Note: Drain any water that may have collected in
the ventilator diaphragm.
For diaphragm location and disassembly instructions
see page 165.
WARNING!
Risk of device failure
The correct operation of the anesthesia
machine will be impaired if condensation enters
the breathing system and/or the ventilator
diaphragm.
If condensation is a frequent problem, install
water traps in the breathing hoses.
WARNING!
Risk of strangulation
If not positioned with care, hoses, cables, and
similar machine components may endanger the
patient.
Take special care when connecting the patient.