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CHAPTER 8: TESTING
8.0 SECTION OVERVIEW
This section provides run-in, performance verification, and manual software testing procedures for the NIV
devices. Calibration is necessary when a repair has been made to the device. However, these procedures may
be used in conjunction with the performance verification to determine that the device is functioning properly.
Verification shall be performed at periodic intervals commensurate with hospital or Home Care Provider
guidelines for preventive maintenance, between rentals, after the device has been repaired, or during normal
patient usage.
Calibration and testing requires the use of Respironics Utility Software. Before proceeding, log on to http://
my.respironics.com and download the Utility Software onto your PC.
8.1 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
• Link Module (RI p/n 1074113) with DB9F-DB9M Cable
• Respironics Utility Tools Software (download from: http://my.respironics.com)
• Digital Manometer (RI p/n 302227, or equivalent) with Pressure Tubing
• Windows
®
-compatible personal computer (PC) running Windows XP or 7 version software
• Printer
• Flow meter (range: +180 to -180 lpm, 3% accuracy, 1 lpm resolution)
• Flow control valve (RI p/n 1037985)
• O
2
Enrichment Attachment (312710)
• Negative flow source (any CPAP capable of delivering 20 cm H
2
O)
• Smooth-Bor Patient Tubing (RI p/n 301016)
• System One Heated Humidifier
• Whisper Swivel
®
II (RI p/n 332113)
• End Cap (not available from Respironics), or similar device
• Any commercially available Barometer that displays atmospheric pressure in inches of mercury
(Hg)
8.2 SYSTEM VERIFICATION
Perform the following:
1. Record the Serial Number and Model Number of the device on the data sheet.
2. Connect the device to a System One Humidifier. Ensure that gray foam filter is installed in the
device.
NOTE
• Make photocopies of the Test Data Sheet located on page 15.
• When testing is complete, and before patient use, adjust the device to the
appropriate patient settings.
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