Required Test Equipment
Performance Verification Testing
3-2 Efficia CM Series Service Guide
Required Test Equipment
The following table lists the additional test equipment that you need to perform each
of the tests in this chapter.
Performance
• Temperature accuracy
• ECG/respiration
• Invasive blood pressure
• NBP accuracy test
• SpO
2
• Cardiac Output (C.O.)
Once every two years or if you suspect the
measurement is incorrect.
ECG Output Before first use, and then once every two
years.
Mainstream CO
2
accuracy Once a year or if you suspect the
measurement is incorrect.
LoFlo Sidestream CO
2
accuracy
checks
Before first use, and then once yearly.
CapnoTrak Sidestream CO
2
accuracy checks
Before first use, and then once yearly.
Nurse call relay (if part of facility
protocols)
Before first use, and then once every two
years.
Wireless LAN module As needed or according to your institution’s
policy.
Safety
In accordance with IEC 60601-1
• Enclosure leakage current
• Ground integrity
• Patient leakage current
• Once a year.
• After repairs in which the monitor is
opened (front panel and rear case
separated) or if the monitor is damaged by
impact.
• When adding approved equipment.
Suggested Testing Frequency
To Perform This Test You Need This Test Equipment
“Visual Test” on page 3-8 None
“Power-On Self Test” on page 3-9 None
“Alarms Test” on page 3-9 NBP cuff and hose
“SpO
2
Test” on page 3-10 • Adult SpO
2
sensor
• SpO
2
simulator