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GE 9100c - User Manual

GE 9100c
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GE Healthcare
9100c Anesthesia Machine
Technical Reference Manual
Software Revision 1.x
M1207027 004 MANUAL−DOC, Technical Reference Manual, Technical Reference Manual for 9100c, English−default
Reproduced from the electronic master in MATRIX
Approved 2010−12−9 06:37 EET Junmin Ji (Rick)

Table of Contents

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Summary

Theory of Operation

Theory overview

Provides a general overview of the 9100c anesthesia machine and ventilator.

Gas flow through the anesthesia machine

Explains the flow of gases within the anesthesia machine.

Flow through the breathing system

Details how gas flows through the breathing system.

General Description

Describes the 9100c ventilator as a microprocessor-based system.

9100 c Ventilator features

Lists and describes key features and capabilities of the 9100c ventilator.

Safety features

Highlights key safety features of the 9100c ventilator for user protection.

9100 c Ventilator components

Identifies the major components of the 9100c ventilator.

Display Module

Details the components that make up the display module.

Control Sample Board

Describes the location and purpose of the Control Sample Board.

Pneumatic Vent Engine

Lists the hardware components that comprise the pneumatic Vent Engine.

Electronic and electrical components

Explains the electronic and electrical subsystems of the ventilator.

9100 c ventilator functional blocks

Lists the electronic/electrical subassemblies and modules of the ventilator.

Power supply

Explains how the power supply receives AC input and outputs DC voltage.

Sealed Lead Acid Battery

Details the function and specifications of the sealed lead acid battery.

System switch

Describes the two positions of the system switch: On and Standby.

Control Sample Board

Explains the functions and circuit types of the Control Sample Board.

Display Monitor Board

Describes the functions of the Display Monitor Board.

Ventilator mechanical subsystems

Details the mechanical subsystems of the ventilator.

Drive gas

Explains the path and pressure of drive gas entering the Vent Engine.

Pressure Regulator

Describes the function of the pressure regulator in the Vent Engine.

Inspiratory flow control valve

Explains how the inspiratory flow control valve is cycled and modulates gas.

Exhalation (PEEP) Control

Details the function of the exhalation valve for pressure control.

Reservoir and bleed resistor

Explains the roles of the reservoir and bleed resistor in the Vent Engine.

Bellows pressure relief valve

Describes the function of the pressure relief valve in the bellows assembly.

Mechanical Overpressure Valve

Explains the function of the Mechanical Overpressure Valve (MOPV).

Free Breathing Valve

Details the purpose of the free breathing valve in assisting spontaneous breathing.

Breathing Circuit Flow Sensor

Explains how the flow sensor measures VT and its connection.

Checkout Procedure

Ventilator post-service checkout

Lists required service mode calibrations after servicing the 9100c ventilator.

Inspect the system

Provides guidelines for inspecting the equipment before testing.

Pipeline and cylinder tests

Details procedures for testing pipeline and cylinder gas supplies.

Flow control tests

Outlines tests for verifying the proper functioning of flow controls.

With O2 monitoring

Details flow control tests when O2 monitoring is included.

Without O2 monitoring

Details flow control tests when O2 monitoring is not included.

Pressure relief test

Describes how to test the pressure relief valve for the vaporizer manifold.

O2 supply alarm test

Details the procedure for testing the O2 supply alarm.

Flush flow test

Describes how to perform a test on the O2 flush function.

Vaporizer back pressure test

Outlines the procedure for testing vaporizer back pressure.

Low-pressure leak test

Details procedures for performing low-pressure leak tests.

Negative low-pressure leak test

Provides steps for performing a negative low-pressure leak test.

Positive low-pressure leak test

Details the procedure for conducting a positive low-pressure leak test.

Alarm tests

Describes how to test various system alarms.

Breathing system tests

Details tests for the breathing system's functionality and leaks.

Power failure test

Outlines the procedure for testing the system's response to power failure.

Electrical safety tests

Describes electrical safety tests for leakage current and grounding.

Service Tests and Service Mode

Self tests

Explains the self-tests included in the 9100c Ventilator software.

Service Mode

Details how to enter and use the Service Mode for testing and calibration.

Ventilator Information

Shows how to view ventilator software versions and system time.

Diagnostic Test;Tools

Lists the diagnostic tests and tools available for individual subsystems.

Discrete I;O Signal

Displays discrete binary signals associated with machine switch positions.

Display Battery Status

Shows the battery charge status and operational mode.

Test Keypad

Tests keyboard button presses and rotary encoder functionality.

Self - Test

Allows observation of self-tests and their results on the screen.

Valve - Test Tool

Manually controls valves and observes pressure/flow measurements.

Breathing System Leak Test

Tests for leaks in the ventilator portion of the breathing system.

Calibration

Covers service-level calibrations for maintaining accuracy.

Paw Zero

Calibrates the airway pressure sensor to zero any offset.

Paw Gain

Calculates a gain coefficient for the airway pressure transducer.

O2 Cell

Calibrates the O2 sensor, accounting for altitude settings.

PEEP Valve

Details the procedure for calibrating the PEEP Valve.

Flow Zero

Determines the zero value for inspiratory and expiratory flow transducers.

Inspiratory Flow Valve

Details the procedure for calibrating the Inspiratory Flow Valve.

Flow Sensor Positive

Calibrates the flow sensor for positive flow measurements.

Flow Sensor Negative

Calibrates the flow sensor for negative flow measurements.

Calibration Coefficient

Explains how to enter the calibration coefficient value.

Configuration;Upgrade

Covers system configuration and software upgrades.

Function Upgrade

Shows how to upgrade the ventilator's software with additional features.

Software Upgrade

Provides directions for performing a software upgrade using a USB disk.

Language

Explains how to set the specific language for normal operation.

Altitude Setting

Allows setting the altitude tailored to the specific machine location.

Calibration

Cylinder Regulators

Guides on accessing and testing cylinder regulators.

Test setup

Provides instructions for setting up the test environment for cylinder regulators.

Test Cylinder Regulators

Outlines Test A for drive gas regulators and Test B for other gases.

Adjusting Cylinder Regulators

Explains how to adjust cylinder regulators to meet pressure specifications.

Low-pressure Regulators

Details testing and adjusting low-pressure regulators.

Testing;Adjusting Low-pressure Regulators

Details the procedure for testing and adjusting low-pressure regulators.

Hypoxic Guard

Explains that the hypoxic guard is not serviceable and needs replacement if malfunctioning.

Airway Pressure Gauge

Covers procedures for zeroing and checking the accuracy of the airway pressure gauge.

Zero the pressure gauge

Provides step-by-step instructions to zero the airway pressure gauge.

Checking the pressure gauge accuracy

Describes how to check the accuracy of the airway pressure gauge.

Installation and Maintenance

9100 c Installation Checklist

Provides a checklist for installing the 9100c system.

9100 c Planned Maintenance

Outlines the planned maintenance schedule and procedures.

Every twelve (12) months

Lists parts replacement and machine checks for 12-month intervals.

Every twenty-four (24) months

Lists parts replacement in addition to 12-month requirements for 24-month intervals.

Free breathing valve maintenance

Details the maintenance procedure for the free breathing valve.

Adjust drive gas regulator

Explains how to adjust the drive gas regulator.

MOPV pressure relief valve test

Details the test procedure for the MOPV pressure relief valve.

Exhalation valve relief valve test

Outlines the test procedure for the exhalation valve relief valve.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting

Provides a guide to common problems and their probable causes and actions.

Breathing System Leak Test Guide

Guides on isolating leaks within the breathing system.

Breathing system leak test

Tests for leaks in Vent Mode and Bag Mode components.

Troubleshooting guide

Presents a table of symptoms, probable causes, and recommended actions.

Alarm and Shutdown messages

Covers alarm and shutdown messages, their causes, and service actions.

Software Installation

Before replacing the Display Monitor Board

Advises on recording current function upgrade options before replacing the DMB.

Key;BID label (Key Code)

Explains how to gather information and obtain a key code for software features.

After replacing the DMB (Display Module)

Details steps to activate function upgrade options after replacing the DMB.

After replacing the CSB

Instructs on loading the correct software revision after replacing the CSB.

Software Installation

Provides directions for installing software upgrades.

Repair Procedure

How to bleed gas pressure from the machine

Details the procedure for safely releasing gas pressure from the machine.

How to remove the rear panels

Explains how to remove rear panels to access internal components.

To remove the upper rear panels

Provides steps to remove the large and small upper rear panels.

To remove the lower access panel

Details how to remove the lower access panel for transformer access.

How to remove the tabletop

Provides steps for removing the tabletop to access components.

How to remove the upper shelf

Details how to remove the upper shelf for access.

Service the pipeline inlet manifold components

Guides on replacing components within the pipeline inlet manifold.

Replace pipeline inlet filter

Details how to replace the pipeline inlet filter.

Replace pipeline inlet check valve

Outlines the procedure for replacing the pipeline inlet check valve.

Replace the inlet manifold

Provides steps for replacing the inlet manifold.

Service the cylinder supply modules

Details servicing procedures for cylinder supply modules.

Tightening procedure for high-pressure tube fittings

Details the correct tightening procedure for high-pressure tube fittings.

Replace cylinder regulator module (complete replacement)

Guides on how to replace the entire cylinder regulator module.

Replace cylinder inlet filter

Outlines the procedure for replacing the cylinder inlet filter.

Replace cylinder check valve

States that the cylinder check valve is not replaceable and requires module replacement.

Replace system switch assembly

Outlines the procedure for replacing the system switch assembly.

Replace O2 supply switch

Provides steps for replacing the O2 supply switch.

Checkout procedure for O2 supply switch

Details the checkout procedure after replacing the O2 supply switch.

Replace the flowmeter module

Provides steps for removing and replacing the flowmeter module.

Service vaporizer manifold parts

Guides on repairing or replacing parts of the vaporizer manifold.

Repair manifold port valve

Details how to repair the manifold port valve.

Checkout procedure for manifold port valve

Describes the checkout procedure for the manifold port valve after replacement.

Replace vaporizer manifold check valve

Outlines the procedure for replacing the vaporizer manifold check valve.

Replace vaporizer pressure relief valve

Details how to replace the vaporizer pressure relief valve.

Replace vaporizer manifold

Provides steps for replacing the vaporizer manifold.

Service ACGO switch

Covers servicing the ACGO switch.

Replace ACGO switch

Details the removal and replacement of the ACGO switch.

Clean or replace ACGO port flapper valve

Explains how to clean or replace the ACGO port flapper valve.

Replace the breathing system components

Guides on replacing components of the breathing system.

Replace APL valve

Provides steps for replacing the APL valve.

Replace Bag;Vent switch assembly

Details how to replace the Bag/Vent switch assembly.

Replace the Bag port

Outlines the procedure for replacing the bag port.

Replace the disc seat of inspiratory;expiratory check valves

Provides steps for replacing the disc seat and o-ring for check valves.

EZchange Canister spring replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the EZchange Canister spring.

Replace casters

Provides instructions for replacing the machine's casters.

Replace task light switch

Outlines the procedure for replacing the task light switch.

Replace display and cable

Details how to replace the display module and its associated cable.

Service the Display Module

Covers servicing the display module and its components.

Open the display module

Provides steps for opening the display module to access internal components.

Display Monitor Board

Details how to disconnect cables and remove the display monitor board.

Front enclosure with DMB removed

Explains how to replace speakers, backlight inverter, and rotary encoder.

Service the Vent Engine

Covers servicing the Vent Engine and its components.

To remove the Vent Engine

Provides steps to disconnect hoses and remove the Vent Engine.

Replacing Vent Engine components

Guides on replacing various components within the Vent Engine.

Illustrated Parts

Service Tools

Lists service tools and test devices required for maintenance.

Test Devices

Lists specific test devices and their stock numbers.

Test Tools

Illustrates and lists various test tools and their stock numbers.

External components - front view

Identifies external components visible from the front of the machine.

External components - front view references

References specific sections for front view external components.

External components - rear view

Identifies external components visible from the rear of the machine.

Front panel, gauges and system switch

Lists parts for the front panel, including gauges and the system switch.

Rear panel components

Lists parts associated with the rear panel of the machine.

AC Power components

Identifies components related to the AC power system.

Pipeline inlet fittings

Lists various fittings for pipeline gas inlets.

Cylinder gas supplies

Details parts related to cylinder gas supplies and inlets.

Vaporizer manifold

Lists components of the vaporizer manifold assembly.

Flowmeter Module

Identifies parts of the flowmeter module.

Tabletop Pan components

Lists components found within the tabletop pan.

ACGO Selector Switch

Lists parts for the ACGO Selector Switch.

Breathing system interface

Identifies parts related to the breathing system interface.

Breathing System

Lists components of the breathing system.

Breathing system - front view

Lists components of the breathing system visible from the front.

Breathing system - rear view

Lists components of the breathing system visible from the rear.

APL Valve

Lists all parts associated with the APL Valve.

Bag;Vent Switch

Lists all parts associated with the Bag/Vent Switch.

Absorber canister

Lists parts for the absorber canister assembly.

Shelf canister interface

Lists parts for the shelf canister interface module.

Exhalation Valve

Lists all parts associated with the exhalation valve.

Bellows

Lists all parts of the bellows assembly.

Flow Sensor

Lists parts for the flow sensor assembly.

EZchange Canister System (CO2 Bypass)

Lists parts for the EZchange Canister System.

Vent Engine

Identifies parts of the Vent Engine.

Display Module

Lists components of the display module.

Display components

Lists the individual components of the display module.

Display Keyboard and LCD assembly

Lists parts for the display keyboard and LCD assembly.

Legris quick-release fittings

Illustrates and lists various Legris quick-release fittings and their stock numbers.

Tubings

Lists part numbers and specifications for various tubings used in the system.

Cables and harnesses

Lists part numbers for various cables and harnesses.

Anesthetic Gas Scavenging System - AGSS

Identifies components for Passive and Adjustable AGSS.

Passive AGSS

Lists components for the passive AGSS system.

Adjustable AGSS

Lists components for the adjustable AGSS system.

Active AGSS

Lists components for the active AGSS system.

CGO Valve, AGSS Installation, AGSS Flowtube

Lists parts for the CGO Valve and AGSS installation components.

Schematics and Diagrams

System connection block diagram

Shows the overall system connection block diagram.

Gas scavenging circuits

Illustrates the gas scavenging circuits of the system.

Tubing

Shows the physical path of gas tubing connections.

Wiring harnesses

Illustrates the wiring harnesses connecting various modules.

Ventilator functional block diagram

Depicts the functional block diagram of the ventilator system.

Control sample board block diagram

Shows the block diagram of the control sample board.

Display monitor board block diagram

Illustrates the block diagram of the display monitor board.

Schematic, AC inlet module; 100 - 120 V

Provides the schematic for the AC inlet module (100-120 V).

Schematic, AC inlet module; 220 - 240 V

Provides the schematic for the AC inlet module (220-240 V).

GE 9100c Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
Model9100c
CategoryMedical Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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