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4. Ventilator Setup

This chapter provides instructions on how to assemble the ventilator. It includes the following setup information:

Properly positioning the device

Installing the air filter

Supplying power to the device

Connecting the breathing circuit

Connecting a water trap (optional)

Connecting a remote alarm (optional)

WARNING

Ventilator dependent patients should be continuously monitored by qualified personnel. These personnel should be prepared to provide alternate therapy in the event of ventilator failure or inoperative equipment.

WARNING

Do not use the ventilator on a patient until a system checkout has been performed. See Chapter 10 of this manual.

WARNING

For ventilator dependent patients, always have alternate ventilation equipment, such as a back-up ventilator, manual resuscitator, or similar device, available.

CAUTION

Do not operate the ventilator at temperatures below 5° C (41° F) or above 40° C (104° F).

Chapter 4 Ventilator Setup

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Philips Trilogy 200 manual Ventilator Setup