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Vitalograph COMPACT - Instructions for Use
8. Fault Finding Guide
Problem Fault Symptoms: • Incorrect or no volume measurements
PossibleCauses:
(In probable order)
• Ensure tubing is connected correctly.
• Ensure that connectors are clear of
obstruction or dirt and are inserted fully.
• Ensure tubing is not kinked or squeezed.
Problem Fault Symptoms: • Test performed but does not show on screen
PossibleCauses:
(In probable order)
• Ensure tubing is connected correctly between
owheadanddevice(tubingiskeyedsowill
onlytproperlyinthecorrectorientation).
• Possible internal PCBA failure – turn off and
on the device, repeat test. If problem persists,
contact Support.
Problem Fault Symptoms:
• Communication error message appears
when entering the Test screen, the
Calibration Verication screen or the
Calibration Update screen
PossibleCauses:
(In probable order)
• Possible internal PCBA failure – turn off and
on the device, repeat test. If problem persists,
contact Support.
Problem Fault Symptoms: • Accuracy check variations > +/- 2.5%
PossibleCauses:
(In probable order)
• Recheck Calibration with reference to
CalibrationVericationsectioninthe
Spirotrac IFU.
• Was correct syringe volume entered?
• Ensure tubing connectors are clear of
obstruction or dirt and are inserted fully.
• Ensure tubing is not kinked or squeezed.
• Ensureowheadisclean.
• Cold syringe – ensure syringe is in its test
environment for at least an hour before use.
• Internal tubing from pressure ports on device
is blocked – contact Support.
• Electronics failure – contact Support.
Problem Fault Symptoms:
• Test begins automatically
• Volume accumulates automatically without
the subject blowing
• Very small VC or FVC test displayed