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Chapter 2
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
REF 1057983 A Respironics V200 Ventilator Operator’s Manual 2-7
• Follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. Exposure to
detergent solution stronger than necessary can shorten the useful
life of the product. Rinse parts thoroughly to remove all detergent
residues. Wipe parts dry. Detergent residue can cause blemishes
or fine cracks, especially on parts exposed to elevated
temperatures during sterilization.
• Autoclavable parts will withstand repeated steam autoclaving at
temperatures not to exceed 135° C (275ºF).
• DO NOT autoclave the ventilator.
• Formaldehyde, phenol-based, and quaternary ammonium
compound (QUATS) disinfectants are not recommended because
these agents can cause cracking and crazing of plastic parts.
Exposure of components to disinfectant concentrations stronger
than required or for excessive time may shorten product life. Parts
should be thoroughly rinsed and dried to prevent spotting and
blemishes when exposed to elevated temperatures.
• DO NOT allow liquid to penetrate the ventilator rear or front panel.
DO NOT attempt to sterilize the ventilator by exposing to ETO gas.
DO NOT steam-autoclave.
• Troubleshooting and repair should be performed only by a
qualified service technician.
• If the optional external O
2
sensor is in-line, it must be calibrated
during EST.
• Diagnostic codes should only be cleared by qualified personnel.
• To prevent contamination of the O
2
sensor, always locate it
between the ventilator gas output port and the inspiratory bacteria
filter.
•PVC O
2
(P/N 8-100498-00) and Ultem® (P/N 1020380) Sensor
Tees cannot be autoclaved or chemically disinfected.
• When inserting the battery tray into the cart’s center column,
make sure not to crimp cable connections between the battery tray
and cart.
• The backup battery is designed to be charged only by the
Respironics V200 Ventilator. Under no circumstances should an
attempt be made to charge it in any other way.
• If the ventilator will not be used for 30 days or more, the backup
battery should be preserved. Either disconnect the backup battery
from the ventilator or keep the ventilator plugged into an active
electrical outlet.