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In this guide, the user will learn how to properly disconnect the hoses to the ventilator in order to do a visual inspection for debris. Steps one through three can be found in the GE Carescape support video titled Gas Inlet, O2, and Air Filter and explain how to properly disconnect the hoses from the machine. Steps four and five are from the GE Carescape Manual on page 5-4 and instruct the user on how to clean the filter if debris is found.
For the full video, please visit https://services.gehealthcare.com/gehcst...
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Disconnect the pipeline sources from the wall.
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Disconnect the oxygen hose from the machine.
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After the oxygen hose has been disconnected, the air hose will be disconnected as well.
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Once this is done, you can look through both openings with a flashlight for debris. If there is debris, move onto the next step. Otherwise, you should reinstall the hoses to the machine and the wall
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Open both shut-off valves.
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Verify that the inspiratory outlet is open to atmosphere (not plugged).
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On the VCB screen:
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Verify that the Air and O2 Flow Valves are energized ().
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Set the Air DAC counts to 60,000 (fully open).
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Set the O2 DAC counts to 60,000 (fully open).
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After 20 seconds:
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Close both shut-off valves. Pulse the Air and O2 flow valves 5 times for 5 seconds.
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Set the Air DAC counts to zero (closed).
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Set the O2 DAC counts to zero (closed).
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Note: Closing the shut-off valves before setting the flow DAC counts to zero, bleeds pressure from the system.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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