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Inspect the System
Make sure that:
The anesthesia machine is undamaged.
All components are correctly attached.
The breathing system is correctly connected, and the breathing tubes are
undamaged.
The vaporizers are locked in position and contain suffi cient agent.
The gas supplies are connected and the pressures are correct.
Cylinder valves are closed on models with cylinder supplies.
The necessary emergency equipment is available and in good condition.
Equipment for airway maintenance and tracheal intubation is available and
in good condition.
Applicable anesthetic and emergency drugs are available.
The casters are not damaged or loose and the brake is set and prevents
movement.
The breathing system is locked (in the
position).
The AC mains indicator and the battery indicator come on when the power
cord is connected to the AC power source. If the indicators are not on, the
system does not have electrical power.
The anesthesia machine is switched on or off normally.
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Make sure that the breathing system is correctly connected and not
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The top shelf weight limit is 30 kg.
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