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Troubleshooting
Introduction
8 Troubleshooting
8.1
Introduction
The FLIGHT 60 Ventilator is used in life-support situations. As such, it is essential
that all individuals using the FLIGHT 60 Ventilator, including clinicians and support
staff, have a thorough understanding of its operation. This should include a working
knowledge of the ventilator's pneumatic and electronic systems.
The following practical troubleshooting section is provided as a training resource for
individuals learning how to use the FLIGHT 60 Ventilator, and as a reference tool for
those already familiar with its use and operation. It should be noted that this outline
is not all inclusive, and is intended only as a guide.
HOME CAREGIVERS: Contact your Homecare Dealer, physician, or FLIGHT
MEDICAL if you have questions or concerns about the performance of the
FLIGHT 60 Ventilator.
Only properly trained personnel should operate the ventilator. The FLIGHT 60
Ventilator is a restricted medical device designed for use by Respiratory
Therapists or other properly trained and qualified personnel under the direction
of a physician and in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations.
8.2
Alarms
Problem
Potential Cause
Suggested Action
Apnea Alarm
Patient did not trigger a breath for the
Reevaluate the patient and ventilator
preset Apnea interval (10 to 60
settings and provide increased
seconds).
ventilatory support, as needed.
Patient efforts are not detected.
Use Ptrig to adjust the trigger level
Trigger level set improperly.
closer to the baseline pressure (0
cmH2O) so that patient efforts are
detected (indicated by the Ptrig LED
illuminating green).
Prox Line Alarm
Humidity in the proximal line.
The ventilator purges every 5 minutes,
to clean the tubes. Verify the alarm
ceased after the ventilator purge.
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