Breathing System Leak Test Guide - GE 9100c Technical Reference Manual

9100c

7.2 Breathing System Leak Test Guide

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Note Always perform the low-pressure leak test (Section 3.9) on the
machine before proceeding with these breathing system leak tests.
The procedure in Section 7.2.1 helps you isolate the leak: to Bag
Mode components, to Vent Mode components, or to components that
are common to both modes.
• If you have a similar leak in both the bag mode and the ventilator
mode, you must consider the Flow Sensor Module, the Circuit
Module, the Absorber Canister area, and the bulkhead
components (including CGO tubing). Carefully inspect the circuit
module for damaged seals or misassembly, and the seating of
the O sensor (if equipped).
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• If you have a larger leak in one area than the other (Vent or Bag),
the leak is most likely NOT in the flow sensor module, the circuit
module, the Absorber Canister area, or the bulkhead ports.
The procedures in Section 7.2.1 test specific components of the
breathing system for leaks.
Objects in the breathing system can stop gas flow to the
patient. This can cause injury or death:
• Do not use a test plug that is small enough to fall into
the breathing system.
• Make sure that there are no test plugs or other objects
caught in the breathing system.
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