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Details the warranty coverage for the LTV® 1200/1150 ventilator, including duration and limitations.
Excludes specific conditions like improper maintenance, misuse, unauthorized modifications, and external accessories.
States that the provided warranty is exclusive and no other warranties are expressed or implied.
Limits the liability of Pulmonetic Systems for damages, including consequential damages.
Information regarding the European representative for vigilance reporting within the European Community.
Provides essential safety information for users regarding unsafe operation and handling of the ventilator.
Provides contact information for service technicians and Pulmonetic Systems for support.
Details important safety information including warnings, cautions, and notes for ventilator operators.
Highlights critical safety warnings related to service, fire, untrained personnel, and parts usage.
Provides cautions regarding electrical grounding, fuse replacement, storage, and cleaning procedures.
Explains various symbols used in the manual and their meanings for compliance and application.
Verifies the correct operation of the audible alarm system by running a specific test sequence.
Ensures all segments of the 7-segment displays, dot-matrix windows, and LEDs illuminate correctly.
Checks the functionality of ventilator buttons and the Set Value knob by verifying displayed labels.
Tests the integrity of the patient circuit for leaks by measuring flow through the flow valve.
Verifies the correct operation of the Vent Inop alarm, including audible and visual indicators.
Provides a list of real-time transducer data items and their corresponding displayed units and meanings.
Instructions for cleaning external surfaces of the ventilator using a clean, damp cloth and antibacterial solution.
Detailed steps for cleaning or replacing the fan filter using a mild detergent and warm water.
Procedures for cleaning or replacing the inlet filter, emphasizing gentle handling and complete drying.
Instructions for cleaning or replacing the O2 inlet filter to maintain ventilator performance and prevent contamination.
Guidance on cleaning the exhalation valve and reusable patient circuit components, with emphasis on leak testing.
Outlines the recommended maintenance schedule based on hours of service or time intervals for proper ventilator operation.
Steps for initial setup, including charging the internal battery and verifying proper operation.
Procedure for maintaining the internal battery charge when the ventilator is in storage.
Routine daily checks and cleaning procedures for the external and fan filters.
Monthly maintenance tasks including running checkout tests and performing specific operational checks.
Maintenance tasks required every 10,000 hours or 2 years, including calibration and component replacement.
Comprehensive maintenance required every 30,000 hours or 6 years, involving extensive component replacement.
Explains the electromechanical pneumatic system and major components of the ventilator.
Provides a detailed pneumatic schematic illustrating the system's components and their interconnections.
Details the ventilator maintenance tests used for performance verification and troubleshooting.
Instructions on how to enable the Ventilator Maintenance menu by adjusting DIP switch settings.
Describes the REMOVE PTNT alarm and audible alarm that sounds upon entering Vent Maintenance mode.
Explains the process of calibrating pressure transducers and flow valve motor speed for the ventilator.
Step-by-step guide for calibrating the airway pressure transducers using specific equipment and procedures.
Detailed instructions for calibrating the flow differential transducer using a calibration syringe assembly.
Procedures for calibrating the valve differential transducer, including tube disconnection and reconnection.
Steps for calibrating the PEEP Pilot Pressure Transducer, involving syringe connection and pressure adjustments.
Procedure for calibrating the O2 inlet pressure transducer, including leak tests and pressure adjustments.
Instructions for calibrating the motor drive using a calibration tool and amp meter.
Procedure for measuring turbine speed using a multimeter and calculating RPM.
Troubleshooting guide for issues related to control and window displays and setting controls.
Addresses problems with delivered or monitored pressure, volume, PEEP, accuracy, sensitivity, and triggering.
Detailed diagnostic procedures for Vte problems, transducer accuracy, pneumatic system, and flow valve accuracy.
Advanced diagnostics for O2% concentration (FiO2) issues, including calibration and blender checks.
Troubleshooting for power-related issues, including external power, battery operation, and Vent Inops.
Information on addressing common alarms like HIGH PRES, LOW O2 PRES, and HW FAULT.
Troubleshooting steps for issues encountered during VENT CHECK and VENT MTNCE tests.
Guidance on troubleshooting problems encountered when operating the ventilator with a test lung.
Emphasizes that only trained and certified technicians should perform repairs or maintenance.
Advises careful handling of delicate electronic and mechanical parts to prevent damage.
Refers to Back Panel, Reinstallation for a comprehensive list of components and tasks.
States that the manual is for trained and authorized service personnel only.
Instructs to fill out a Service Record form for all service activities to track parts and history.
Lists required tools for component removal/replacement and maintenance procedures.
Provides contact information for technical support representatives for assistance or additional information.
CAUTION regarding turning off the ventilator and removing external power before opening.
Mentions checks required before reattaching the back panel, referring to specific instructions.
States that Final Checkout Tests must be run after maintenance and may require recalibration.
Describes rubberized boots installed for protection against shocks and strikes, divided into sub-sections.
Instructions for temporarily removing the upper and lower protective boots for back panel access.
Procedure for permanently removing the upper and lower protective boots, with specific screw warnings.
Steps for reinstalling the upper and lower protective boots, including screw torque values.
Instructions for installing new protective boots, emphasizing correct screw usage and alignment.
Covers installation and removal of the LTM/LTV mounting assembly for LTM Graphics Monitors.
Specific instructions for temporary removal of the current model LTM mounting assembly.
Procedure for permanently removing the LTM mounting assembly, including screw torque specifications.
Steps for re-installing the LTM mounting assembly, ensuring proper alignment and screw torque.
Instructions for new installation of the LTM mounting assembly, including orientation and screw usage.
Details the two-piece mounting assembly required for earlier model LTM Graphics Monitors.
Steps for temporarily removing the LTM/LTV mounting bracket for earlier models.
Procedure for permanently removing the LTM/LTV mounting bracket for earlier models.
Instructions for reinstalling the LTM/LTV mounting bracket for earlier models.
Steps for new installation of the LTM/LTV mounting bracket for earlier models.
General section on the back panel, including removal and reinstallation procedures.
Step-by-step guide for removing the back panel, including disconnecting battery and cables.
Detailed instructions for reinstalling the back panel, including checks and DIP switch settings.
Information on reattaching internal flexible tubing to ensure proper ventilator operation.
Diagram illustrating the routing of internal flexible tubing for component servicing.
Table detailing tubing part numbers, material, diameter, length, quantity, and installed location.
Table showing port numbers and routing for tubing connected to the solenoid manifold.
Table detailing tubing connections for the solenoid mount assembly ports.
General instructions for removing and replacing internal flexible tubing, emphasizing careful handling.
Instructions for removing and replacing the accumulator component, including parts and tools required.
Procedure for replacing the alarm sounder assembly, including parts and tools required.
Steps for replacing the analog PCBA, including disconnecting tubes and connectors.
Instructions for cleaning or replacing the external inlet filter, emphasizing monthly maintenance.
Procedure for replacing the fan assembly, including orientation and connection details.
Steps for cleaning the fan filter, noting potential HW FAULT alarm and proper drying.
Instructions for removing and replacing the flow valve assembly, including preparation and connection steps.
Procedure for removing and installing the front panel assembly, including disconnecting various components.
Instructions for removing and replacing the internal battery pack, including caution on battery usage.
Guidelines for preserving maximum battery life, including charging, storage, and disposal information.
Procedure for cleaning or replacing the interior inlet filter, specifying frequency and inspection for damage.
Steps for replacing the main PCBA, including required serial number and usage hours information.
Instructions for replacing the motor board PCBA, including connector and screw details.
Procedure for replacing the O2 blender assembly or O2 Block, detailing component removal and replacement order.
Instructions for cleaning or replacing the O2 inlet filter for LTV® 1200, emphasizing frequency and condition.
Steps for replacing the power PCBA and related hardware, including connector and screw details.
Procedure for replacing the right or left soft side panel, including screw and washer details.
Instructions for removing and replacing the rotary switch assembly, including knob and nut details.
Details on replacing the solenoid manifold assembly, including parts, tools, and tube routing.
Table specifying tubing connections for solenoid manifold ports for proper routing.
Instructions for removing and replacing the solenoid mount assembly, including tube and connector details.
Procedure for replacing the thermo conductive pad on the motor board heatsink.
Instructions for replacing the thermo conductive pad located between the upper weldment and the turbine.
Procedure for replacing the turbine manifold assembly, detailing component removal and reconnection.
Detailed instructions for removing and replacing the flow valve assembly, including preparation.
Matrix showing required tests based on replaced parts, noting tests requiring back panel removal.
Procedure and requirements for the general checkout of the ventilator, including alarm and display tests.
Worksheet for recording results of the General Checkout tests for the ventilator.
Tests performed when the ventilator is powered by external AC adapter, verifying LEDs and alarms.
Tests performed when the ventilator is powered by the internal battery, checking alarms and LEDs.
Tests the ventilator's volume settings, including exhaled tidal volume and breath rate monitoring.
Procedure for testing the breath rate accuracy by measuring the interval between consecutive breaths.
Test for measuring steady-state pressure during inspiration in pressure control mode.
Procedure to test ventilator sensitivity by creating leaks and observing patient effort LED response.
Tests the PEEP settings and measurements at various levels (0, 20, and 5 cmH2O).
Tests the accuracy of various transducers (AP, FDw, FVd, O2) by applying known pressures.
Procedure to measure patient outlet pressure at actual turbine speed, involving a manometer.
Tests the servo functions by setting flow, turbine speed, and O2% to verify output and performance.
Tests the operation of individual solenoids (ExhPilot, Purge, PPin, PPout) by monitoring pressure changes.
Verifies the watchdog timer operation by checking if the ventilator powers down and restarts correctly.
Tests the compatibility of the LTM with the ventilator by checking display icons and waveforms.
Procedure to test flow valve leak in I/E Hold mode by measuring flow at the outlet port.
Procedure for performing a 12-hour burn-in test to verify continuous operation without alarms.
Worksheet for documenting the results of the 12-hour burn-in test for the ventilator.
Lists the available modes and breath types supported by the ventilator.
Details the range and tolerance specifications for various ventilator control parameters.
Lists variable alarms, their ranges, and tolerance specifications for monitoring and alerting.
Specifies fixed alarms, their conditions, and associated tolerances or indicators.
Describes the range and tolerance for mechanical controls like Over Pressure Relief and Sub-Ambient Relief.
Specifies the internal compliance value for the ventilator system.
Details the range and tolerance for various monitored parameters like peak flow and tidal volume.
Explains the function of button controls such as Control Lock and Manual Breath.
Provides specifications for input voltage, external power, and current draw.
Details internal battery specifications, charge time, hysteresis, and minimum duration.
Specifies temperature and humidity ranges for storage and operation.
Lists specifications for oxygen inlet pressure range for DISS/NIST and Tapered Tubing connectors.
Outlines standards for shock and vibration resistance that the ventilator is designed to withstand.
States that the ventilator resists fluid spillage according to IEC 601-1 Clause 44.3.
Specifies the external surface temperature limits during operation.
Details communication ports, connectors, and specifications like RS232 and Patient Assist Call.
Specifies the ventilator's classification as Class II and Type BF equipment per IEC standards.
Alternating Current.
The airway tubing connecting the ventilator and patient.
The airway pressure measured at the exhalation valve.
A bar graph display showing real-time airway circuit pressure.
Audible and visual notification of an alarm condition.
Occurs when time between breath starts exceeds the set apnea interval.
Ventilation that begins when an apnea alarm occurs and continues until patient initiates breaths.
Maximum time allowed between breath starts before an Apnea alarm occurs.
Ventilation mode with a minimum number of machine and assist breaths.
A breath initiated by the patient and controlled by the ventilator.
Process to determine the transducer zero offset for ambient pressure.
Continuous gas flow through the airway circuit during exhalation.
Breaths Per Minute.
Time between machine-initiated breaths, determined by Breath Rate setting.
Number of breaths per minute, including machine, assist, and patient breaths.
Minimum number of machine breaths per minute.
Body Temperature, Pressure Dry.
See Airway Circuit.
See Airway Pressure.
Centimeters of water pressure. A unit of measure for pressure.
Ventilation mode with a fixed number of machine breaths; patient triggers are not allowed.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure applied throughout the breath cycle.
Ventilation mode where the patient triggers all breaths.
12 dot-matrix displays for monitored data, alarm messages, and Extended Feature items.
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory for calibration and control data.
Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure during breath exhalation.
Any condition noted in the ventilator's event trace, including errors and operational events.
See Tidal Volume.
Maneuver to hold expiratory phase to determine Auto PEEP.
Ventilator controls and options accessed via a menu, not associated with Front Panel controls.
See Breath Rate, monitored.
Rate at which gas is delivered to the patient, measured in Lpm.
Patient effort where bias flow exceeds Sensitivity, triggering an Assist or Patient breath.
Total Breath Rate divided by the average Exhaled Tidal Volume.
Total Breath Rate divided by Exhaled Tidal Volume and Total Breath Rate.
Ratio of inspiratory time to exhalation time for a breath.
Calculated Inspiratory:Expiratory ratio based on Inspiratory Time and Breath Rate.
Inch ounces. A measurement of torque.
Maneuver holding inspiratory phase to determine Δ Pres and static lung compliance.
Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure during breath inhalation.
Liters. A unit of measure for volume.
Improves triggering when a circuit leak is present.
Defines the data fields used in the Event Trace, including XDC FLT1, HOME ER1, and AD MMTCH.
Lists event codes, names, events, and associated alarms recorded in the Event Trace.
Alphabetical listing of event codes and their associated events and alarms.
List of event codes categorized by event name, showing associated alarms.
Provides a reference table for converting between various units of measure.
Visual map illustrating the structure and access paths for Extended Features menus.
Information on appropriate screws for external accessory installation/removal to prevent internal damage.
A comprehensive table listing replacement part names and their corresponding part numbers.
Provides default factory settings for the ventilator's DIP switches and their functions.
Lists factory default settings for front panel controls and extended features.
Lists general and unique tools required for service, calibration, and testing procedures.
Illustrates requirements for instrumentation accuracy when measuring volumes.
Provides guidelines for instrumentation accuracy when measuring flow rates.
Details instrumentation accuracy requirements for measuring oxygen blending percentages.
Table showing acceptable A/D counts for various transducers during calibration.
Provides a table of torque values used for assembling various components of the ventilator.
General