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Commonly-encountered Problems
Failure description Possible cause Recommended action
The 
alarm
 [Check 
Flow Sensors] is 
displayed. 
1. The expiratory/
inspiratory check valve 
and its seal are not 
installed properly.
2. The fl ow sensor is 
installed improperly or  
damaged.
3. Other part of the 
anesthesia machine 
malfunctions.
In case of this problem, judge 
the actual gas delivery volume 
to the patient by observing 
the graduation on the bellows 
housing. If it is abnormal, apply 
manual ventilation. After the 
operation, take the measures 
below to remove the problem.
1. Clear water or other liquids 
built up inside the fl ow sensor in 
the breathing system.
2. Check if the fl ow sensor 
is installed properly and if its 
sealing components are in good 
condition.
3. Recalibrate the fl ow sensor.
4. Check the membrane inside 
the fl ow sensor for distortion. If 
there is, replace the fl ow sensor 
and calibrate again.
5. Check if the expiratory/
inspiratory check valve and its 
seal are installed properly. If 
necessary, use a new one and 
reinstall it.
6. If the problem persists 
after taking all the mentioned 
measures, apply manual 
ventilation and contact us 
promptly.
The alarm [Volume 
Monitoring Disabled] 
occurs.
1.ACGO is switched 
on.
2. The fl ow sensor 
malfunctions.
1. Switch off ACGO.
2. If the sensor malfunction 
related alarm is detected, apply 
manual ventilation and contact us 
promptly.