Service Manual

Puritan Bennett
TM

840 Ventilator System

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1.800.635.5267 or your local representative.
Purchase of this instrument confers no express or implied license under any Covidien patent
to use the instrument with any ventilator system that is not manufactured or licensed by
Covidien.
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The information contained in this manual is the sole property of Covidien and may not be duplicated without
permission. This manual may be revised or replaced by Covidien at any time and without notice. You should ensure
you have the most current applicable version of this manual; if in doubt, contact the Technical Support Department
of Covidien or your local representative. While the information set forth herein is believed to be accurate, it is not a
substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.
The ventilator should be operated and serviced only by trained professionals. Covidien’s sole responsibility with
respect to the ventilator, and its use, is as stated in the limited warranty provided.
Nothing in this manual shall limit or restrict in any way Covidien’s right to revise or otherwise change or modify the
equipment (including its software) described herein, without notice. In the absence of an express, written agreement
to the contrary, Covidien has no obligation to furnish any such revisions, changes, or modifications to the owner or
user of the equipment (including its software) described herein.

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Preface

Definitions
This manual uses three special indicators to convey information of a specific nature.
They include:

Warning
Indicates a condition that can endanger the patient or the ventilator operator.

Caution
Indicates a condition that can damage the equipment.

NOTE:
Indicates points of particular interest that make operation of the ventilator more
efficient or convenient.

Warnings, cautions, and notes

Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the following caveats as they cover safety
considerations, special handling requirements, and regulations that govern the use of the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System.
• To ensure proper servicing and avoid the possibility of physical injury, only qualified
personnel should attempt to service or make authorized modifications to the ventilator.
• To prevent possible personal injury and equipment damage, make sure the brakes on the
casters are set to prevent inadvertent movement of the ventilator during service.
• The user of this product shall have sole responsibility for any ventilator malfunction due
to operation or maintenance performed by anyone not trained by Covidien staff.
• To avoid an electrical shock hazard while servicing the ventilator, be sure to remove all
power to the ventilator by disconnecting the power source and turning off all ventilator
power switches.
• To avoid a fire hazard, keep matches, lighted cigarettes, and all other sources of ignition
(e.g., flammable anesthetics and/or heaters) away from the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System and oxygen hoses.
Do not use oxygen hoses that are worn, frayed, or contaminated by combustible materials
such as grease or oils. (Textiles, oils, and other combustibles are easily ignited and burn
with great intensity in air enriched with oxygen.)
In case of fire or a burning smell, immediately disconnect the ventilator from the oxygen
supply, facility power, and BPS.
• When handling any part of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System, always follow your
hospital infection control guidelines for handling infectious material.
Covidien recognizes cleaning, sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practices vary
widely among healthcare institutions. It is not possible for Covidien to specify or require
specific practices that will meet all needs, or to be responsible for the effectiveness of
cleaning, sterilization, and other practices carried out in the patient care setting.
Covidien does recommend users of its products that require cleaning and sterilization/
disinfection consider the National Standards and Recommended Practices for Sterilization
published by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), as
well as the following Center for Disease Control (CDC) publications: Guidelines for
Maintenance of In-use Respiratory Therapy Equipment and Guidelines for Prevention of
Nosocomial Pneumonia.

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• Patients on life-support equipment should be appropriately monitored by competent

medical personnel and suitable monitoring devices.
• The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System is not intended to be a comprehensive
monitoring device and does not activate alarms for all types of dangerous conditions for
patients on life-support equipment.
• For a thorough understanding of ventilator operations, be sure to thoroughly read the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference
Manual before attempting to use the system.
• Before activating any part of the ventilator, be sure to check the equipment for proper
operation and, if appropriate, run SST (Short Self Test).
• Do not use sharp objects to make selections on the graphical user interface (GUI) display
or keyboard.
• Federal law (U.S.) restricts the sale of this device to, or by the order of, any physician.
• Check the ventilator periodically as outlined in this manual; do not use if defective.
Immediately replace parts that are broken, missing, obviously worn, distorted, or
contaminated.
• An alternative source of ventilation should always be available when using the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System.

Year of manufacture
The year of manufacture for ventilators whose serial numbers begin with 4200 is indicated on
the rear panel of the BDU as shown here. The two digit number following the year indicates
the month of manufacture.

2003 – 10

For ventilators whose serial numbers begin with 3510, the year of manufacture is indicated by
the serial number’s 5th and 6th digits. In the example below, a ventilator with serial number
3510021223 was the 1223rd unit built in 2002.
3510 02 1223
Sequential number

Year of manufacture

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Electromagnetic susceptibility
The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System complies with the requirements of IEC 60601-1-2
(EMC Collateral Standard), including the E-field susceptibility requirements at a level of
10 volts per meter, at frequencies from 26 MHz to 1 GHz, and the ESD requirements of this
standard. However, even at this level of device immunity, certain transmitting devices
(cellular phones, walkie-talkies, cordless phones, paging transmitters, etc.) emit radio
frequencies that could interrupt ventilator operation if located in a range too close to the
ventilator. It is difficult to determine when the field strength of these devices becomes
excessive. Practitioners should be aware radio frequency emissions are additive, and that the
ventilator must be located a sufficient distance from transmitting devices to avoid
interruption. Do not operate the ventilator in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
environment. Chapter 7 describes possible ventilator alarms and what to do if they occur.
Consult with your institution’s biomedical engineering department in case of interrupted
ventilator operation and before relocating any life support equipment.

Warning
Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be certified
according to IEC 60601-1. Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system
standard IEC 60601-1-1. Any person who connects additional equipment to the signal
input part or signal output part of the Puritan Bennett 840 ventilator configures a
medical system, and is therefore responsible for ensuring the system complies with
the requirements of the system standard IEC 60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult Covidien
Technical Support at 1.800.255.6774 or your local representative.

Customer assistance
If you require further assistance, contact Covidien at 1.800.255.6774 or your local Covidien
representative.

Additional information
For online technical support, visit the SolvITSM Center Knowledge Base
at http://www.puritanbennett.com. The SolvIT Center provides
answers to frequently asked questions about the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System and other Covidien products 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.

About this manual

This manual provides information needed to service the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator
System. This manual is intended for use by certified biomedical engineering technicians or
personnel with equivalent experience and training in servicing this type of equipment. It
is recommended the user complete the Covidien training class geared specifically to the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System.
While this manual covers the ventilator configurations currently supported by Covidien, it
may not be all-inclusive and may not be applicable to your ventilator. You should ensure you
have the most current applicable version of this manual; if in doubt, contact Covidien or visit
the Covidien product manual Web page at http://www.puritanbennett.com/serv/manuals.aspx
Some illustrations and photos are shown with a ready-to-assemble (RTA) cart, Puritan Bennett
800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart or a Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole
Cart. Please note these images are for illustrative purposes only, and regardless of which cart
you have, the required information is provided.
The term “RTA cart” refers to the ready-to-assemble cart and any earlier cart versions.
Within the USA, contact Covidien at 1.800.255.6774 for questions regarding the applicability
of the information.

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Table of Contents
1 General Information
1.1 How to use this manual ............................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 General product description...................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Configuration information ........................................................................................ 1-2
1.4 Accessories .................................................................................................................. 1-3
1.5 Specifications .............................................................................................................. 1-4
1.6 Compliance and approvals......................................................................................... 1-8
1.6.1 Manufacturer’s Declaration ...................................................................... 1-10
1.7 Technical information .............................................................................................. 1-15
1.8 Range, resolution, accuracy, and new patient/default settings ........................... 1-18
1.9 Tools, equipment, and service materials................................................................. 1-29
1.10 Periodic maintenance ............................................................................................ 1-35
1.11 Service kits .............................................................................................................. 1-36
1.12 Controls and indicators ........................................................................................ 1-38
1.13 Onscreen symbols and abbreviations.................................................................... 1-59
1.14 Ventilator serial numbers and software version .................................................. 1-59
1.15 Service philosophy.................................................................................................. 1-59

2 Theory of Operation
2.1 Major ventilator subassemblies ................................................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 Breath delivery unit (BDU) ........................................................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Graphic user interface (GUI)......................................................................... 2-3
2.1.3 806 Compressor Unit..................................................................................... 2-4
2.1.4 802 or 803 Backup Power Source (BPS) ....................................................... 2-4
2.1.5 Cart ................................................................................................................ 2-5
2.1.6 Patient system ............................................................................................... 2-6
2.2 Operational overview ................................................................................................ 2-7
2.3 Pneumatic system .................................................................................................... 2-11
2.3.1 Inspiratory module...................................................................................... 2-16
2.3.1.1 Gas supply conditioning subsystem ........................................... 2-17
2.3.1.2 Flow control subsystem .............................................................. 2-22
2.3.1.3 Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem ................. 2-25
2.3.1.4 Inspiratory module operation .................................................... 2-31
2.3.2 Patient System............................................................................................. 2-35
2.3.2.1 Patient system components........................................................ 2-36
2.3.2.2 Patient system operation............................................................ 2-36
2.3.3 Exhalation module...................................................................................... 2-37
2.3.3.1 Exhalation module components ................................................ 2-38
2.3.3.2 Exhalation module operation .................................................... 2-39
2.3.4 806 Compressor Unit................................................................................... 2-42
2.3.4.1 806 Compressor unit components ............................................. 2-43
2.3.4.2 806 Compressor unit operation ................................................. 2-46
2.4 Electrical system ....................................................................................................... 2-47
2.4.1 Summary of electrical components............................................................ 2-47
2.4.2 Overview of electrical system operation ................................................... 2-52
2.4.3 AC distribution components ..................................................................... 2-61

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2.4.3.1 Power cord .................................................................................. 2-61

2.4.3.2 AC panel ...................................................................................... 2-61
2.4.3.3 Power switch ............................................................................... 2-64
2.4.4 Power supply ............................................................................................... 2-65
2.4.5 BPS ............................................................................................................... 2-67
2.4.6 Card Cage .................................................................................................... 2-69
2.4.6.1 Motherboard PCB ....................................................................... 2-71
2.4.6.2 BDU CPU PCB............................................................................... 2-74
2.4.6.3 Analog interface (AI) PCB........................................................... 2-78
2.4.7 Data key subsystem .................................................................................... 2-80
2.4.8 GUI ............................................................................................................... 2-80
2.4.8.1 GUI CPU PCB ............................................................................... 2-80
2.4.8.2 Touch frame PCB......................................................................... 2-88
2.4.8.3 Keyboard assembly with knob ................................................... 2-89
2.4.8.4 GUI LED PCB ................................................................................ 2-91
2.4.8.5 Backlight inverter PCB and LCD lamps ...................................... 2-92
2.4.8.6 GUI alarm assembly..................................................................... 2-93
2.4.9 BDU LED PCB .............................................................................................. 2-95
2.4.10 Inspiratory electronics PCB ....................................................................... 2-95
2.4.11 Exhalation transducer PCB ....................................................................... 2-97
2.4.11.1 BD (continuous-tone) alarm assembly ..................................... 2-99
2.4.12 806 Compressor unit ................................................................................. 2-99
2.4.12.1 806 compressor unit AC power distribution components and motor
2-101
2.4.12.2 806 compressor PCB ................................................................ 2-101
2.4.12.3 806 Compressor unit operation ............................................. 2-106
2.5 Breath delivery ....................................................................................................... 2-108
2.5.1 Inspiration ................................................................................................. 2-108
2.5.1.1 Pressure triggering.................................................................... 2-110
2.5.1.2 Flow triggering ......................................................................... 2-110
2.5.1.3 Time-cycling method ................................................................ 2-110
2.5.1.4 Operator triggering .................................................................. 2-110
2.5.2 Exhalation ................................................................................................. 2-110
2.5.2.1 Time-cycling method ................................................................ 2-111
2.5.2.2 End-inspiratory flow method ................................................... 2-111
2.5.2.3 Airway pressure method .......................................................... 2-111
2.5.2.4 Time limit................................................................................... 2-111
2.5.2.5 High circuit pressure limit......................................................... 2-111
2.5.2.6 High ventilator pressure limit .................................................. 2-111
2.6 Other hardware operations .................................................................................. 2-113
2.6.1 Gas supply and control ............................................................................. 2-113
2.6.2 Data monitoring ....................................................................................... 2-113
2.6.3 Pressure transducer autozero ................................................................. 2-115
2.6.4 Power monitoring and power fail handling ........................................... 2-117
2.6.4.1 Loss of power source ................................................................ 2-117
2.6.4.2 Supply voltage monitoring....................................................... 2-119
2.7 Emergency modes of operation ............................................................................ 2-119
2.7.1 Safety valve open (SVO) state .................................................................. 2-119
2.7.2 Occlusion handling ................................................................................... 2-121

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2.7.2.1 When the ventilator declares an occlusion ............................. 2-121

2.7.2.2 Occlusion detection and handling ........................................... 2-121

3 Self Tests
3.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 How to enter Service Mode ....................................................................................... 3-1
3.3 Self tests and background checks.............................................................................. 3-1
3.3.1 POST (Power On Self Test)............................................................................ 3-1
3.3.2 SST (Short Self Test) ...................................................................................... 3-1
3.3.3 EST (Extended Self Test) ............................................................................... 3-2
3.3.4 Background checks ....................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.5 When self tests are run................................................................................. 3-2
3.4 Power on self test (POST)........................................................................................... 3-4
3.4.1 Safety ............................................................................................................ 3-7
3.4.2 POST characteristics ...................................................................................... 3-7
3.4.3 POST following power interruptions........................................................... 3-8
3.4.4 POST user interface....................................................................................... 3-8
3.4.5 Structure of POST ......................................................................................... 3-9
3.5 SST (short self test) ................................................................................................... 3-12
3.5.1 When to run SST ......................................................................................... 3-13
3.5.2 Hardware requirements ............................................................................ 3-14
3.5.3 Running SST ................................................................................................ 3-15
3.6 EST (extended self test)............................................................................................ 3-19
3.6.1 Description of EST ....................................................................................... 3-19
3.6.2 When to run EST ......................................................................................... 3-19
3.6.3 Hardware requirements ............................................................................ 3-20
3.6.4 How to run EST ........................................................................................... 3-20
3.6.5 How to run Single Test EST ........................................................................ 3-28

4 Service Mode
4.1 Accessing Service Mode ............................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Service Mode functions ............................................................................................. 4-3
4.2.1 SST RESULT: Displaying SST results .............................................................. 4-5
4.2.2 DIAG LOG: Displaying error and status logs................................................ 4-5
4.2.3 Alarm log: Displaying the alarm history ..................................................... 4-7
4.2.4 VENT CONFIG: Displaying software revisions and serial numbers ............. 4-7
4.2.5 OPERATION TIME: Displaying ventilator and compressor elapsed hours.. 4-7
4.2.6 TEST SUMMARY: Displaying results from EST and SST ............................... 4-7
4.2.7 EST: Extended self test.................................................................................. 4-7
4.2.8 DATE/TIME: Adjusting date and time .......................................................... 4-7
4.2.9 EXIT: Exiting Service Mode .......................................................................... 4-8
4.2.10 Other screens............................................................................................... 4-8
4.2.10.1 Service Mode Setup .................................................................... 4-8
4.2.10.2 External Test Control: Performing remote ventilator testing .. 4-9
4.2.10.3 Exp Valve Calibration.................................................................. 4-9
4.2.10.4 Vent Inop Test ........................................................................... 4-12
4.2.10.5 Flow Sensor Calibration............................................................ 4-13
4.2.10.6 Atmospheric Pressure Transducer calibration ......................... 4-15
4.2.10.7 Data key Update ....................................................................... 4-16

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4.2.10.8 Serial Loopback Test ................................................................. 4-17

4.2.10.9 Compact flash test .................................................................... 4-17
4.2.11 Automatically executed Service Mode functions.................................... 4-17
4.2.11.1 Initialize Flow Sensor ................................................................ 4-17
4.2.11.2 Cal Info Duplication .................................................................. 4-18
4.2.11.3 Serial number setup.................................................................. 4-18
4.2.12 Oxygen sensor calibration ....................................................................... 4-20

5 Performance Verification
5.1 Tools, test equipment, and service materials ........................................................... 5-1
5.2 When to run ............................................................................................................... 5-1
5.3 Preliminary ventilator cleaning and inspection ....................................................... 5-4
5.4 Preliminary ventilator setup ...................................................................................... 5-4
5.5 Preliminary calibrations and tests ............................................................................. 5-5
5.6 Performance verification guidelines ......................................................................... 5-7
5.7 Performance verification tests................................................................................... 5-7
5.7.1 Electrical safety test ..................................................................................... 5-8
5.7.2 Ground isolation check................................................................................. 5-9
5.7.3 Extended self test (EST) ................................................................................ 5-9
5.7.4 Regulator setting verification .................................................................... 5-10
5.7.5 Serial loopback test (10.4-inch GUI only)................................................... 5-10
5.7.6 Performance verification using PTS 2000 Performance Test System and
BreathLab 840 VTS software .............................................................................. 5-10
5.7.6.1 How to view the test results log ................................................ 5-11
5.7.7 Manual ventilator check using equipment other than PTS 2000 Performance
Test System.......................................................................................................... 5-14
5.8 Regulator calibration hose repair instructions ....................................................... 5-15

6 Diagnostic Codes
6.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Reference Tables ........................................................................................................ 6-1
6.3 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 6-2
6.4 POST fault handling .................................................................................................. 6-2
6.5 Diagnostic CPU LED arrays ......................................................................................... 6-3
6.6 Diagnostic codes......................................................................................................... 6-4
6.6.1 How to interpret diagnostic codes .............................................................. 6-4
6.7 Organization of diagnostic codes table.................................................................... 6-5
6.8 System Diagnostic Log and BDU POST analog devices test ................................... 6-75
6.9 Diagnostic codes for POST faults............................................................................. 6-77
6.9.1 POST interrupt errors and test failures...................................................... 6-85
6.10 SST and EST test sequences and diagnostic codes................................................ 6-87
6.11 How to troubleshoot VGA LCD controller PCB faults (UT0002) (9.4-inch GUI only) 6-124
6.12 How to troubleshoot GUI LCD screen messages ............................................... 6-125
6.12.1 Example 1: Missing data key information ............................................. 6-125
6.12.2 Example 2: No communication between the GUI and BDU ................. 6-127
6.12.3 Example 3: POST or Background check errors....................................... 6-128

7 Alarm Handling
7.1 Alarm classifications ................................................................................................... 7-1

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7.2 Responding to alarms ................................................................................................ 7-2

8 Service and Repair

8.1 How to use this chapter ............................................................................................. 8-1
8.2 General repair safety ................................................................................................. 8-1
8.3 General repair guidelines .......................................................................................... 8-2
8.4 Repair-related cleaning ............................................................................................ 8-3
8.5 Electrical cables and pneumatic tubing .................................................................... 8-3
8.6 Adhesive use ............................................................................................................... 8-3
8.7 Leak testing ................................................................................................................ 8-4
8.8 Electrostatic discharge control .................................................................................. 8-4
8.8.1 ESD procedures and precautions ................................................................. 8-4
8.9 Replacement part ordering ...................................................................................... 8-5
8.10 Testing, calibration, and other post-service procedures........................................ 8-5
8.11 Patient system and accessories ................................................................................ 8-7
8.12 Graphic user interface (GUI) .................................................................................... 8-7
8.13 Repairing the 10.4-inch GUI..................................................................................... 8-9
8.13.1 Removing or installing the 10.4-inch GUI when mounted on RTA cart .. 8-9
8.13.2 Removing or installing the 10.4-inch GUI when mounted on Puritan Bennett™
800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series
Ventilator Pole Cart ............................................................................................ 8-10
8.13.3 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly........................................... 8-12
8.13.4 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly ........................................... 8-13
8.13.5 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI rear housing .............................................. 8-13
8.13.6 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI rear housing............................................... 8-14
8.13.7 Removing the 10.4-inch CPU EMI shield ................................................. 8-14
8.13.8 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCBs13 ......................... 8-15
8.13.9 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCB ..................................................... 8-16
8.13.10 Replacing the 10.4-inch Non-TE GUI CPU PCB with the TE GUI CPU PCB8-17
8.13.11 Replacing the 10.4-inch TE GUI CPU PCB with a new
10.4-inch TE GUI CPU PCB................................................................................... 8-20
8.13.12 Replacing the compact flash component (TE GUI CPU PCB only) ........ 8-20
8.13.13 Replacing the real-time clock................................................................. 8-21
8.13.14 10.4-inch GUI support bracket .............................................................. 8-22
8.13.14.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI support bracket ....................... 8-22
8.13.15 10.4-inch LCD panels .............................................................................. 8-23
8.13.15.1 Removing the 10.4-inch LCD panels ...................................... 8-23
8.13.16 10.4-inch touchframe PCB (MKG Touch) ............................................... 8-23
8.13.16.1 Removing the 10.4-inch touchframe PCB.............................. 8-23
8.13.17 Replacing the 10.4-inch touchframe PCB .............................................. 8-24
8.13.18 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB ............................................................................ 8-24
8.13.18.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB.................................... 8-24
8.13.18.2 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB .................................... 8-25
8.13.19 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly ................................................................ 8-25
8.13.19.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly ........................ 8-25
8.13.19.2 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly ........................ 8-25
8.13.20 10.4-inch GUI keyboard assembly .......................................................... 8-26
8.13.20.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI keyboard assembly .................. 8-26
8.13.21 10.4-inch GUI front housing .................................................................. 8-28

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8.13.21.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch front housing .................................. 8-28

8.13.2210.4-inch rotor housing .......................................................................... 8-28
8.13.22.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch rotor housing .................................. 8-28
8.14 Repairing the 9.4-inch GUI ................................................................................... 8-30
8.14.1 Removing the 9.4-inch GUI touch screen bezel ...................................... 8-30
8.14.2 9.4-inch GUI window ................................................................................ 8-31
8.14.3 Installing the 9.4-inch bezel ..................................................................... 8-32
8.14.4 The 9.4-inch keyboard assembly .............................................................. 8-32
8.14.4.1 Removing 9.4-inch keyboard assembly.................................... 8-32
8.14.4.2 Installing the 9.4-inch keyboard assembly .............................. 8-34
8.14.5 Removing or installing the 9.4-inch GUI.................................................. 8-34
8.14.6 9.4-inch GUI rear housing......................................................................... 8-35
8.14.6.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI rear housing ....................................... 8-35
8.14.6.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI rear housing ........................................ 8-37
8.14.7 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly ................................................................... 8-38
8.14.7.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly................................... 8-38
8.14.7.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly .................................... 8-39
8.14.8 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB and GUI LED PCB ........................... 8-39
8.14.8.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB ....................... 8-39
8.14.8.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB ........................ 8-40
8.14.8.3 Removing 9.4-inch GUI LED PCB .............................................. 8-40
8.14.8.4 Installing 9.4-inch GUI LED PCB................................................ 8-40
8.14.9 GUI Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) shield....................................... 8-41
8.14.9.1 Removing the GUI EMI shield................................................... 8-41
8.14.9.2 Installing the 9.4-inch GUI EMI shield...................................... 8-41
8.14.10 9.4-inch video controller and VGA LCD controller PCBs....................... 8-42
8.14.10.1 Removing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs (older CPU PCB)8-42
8.14.10.2 Installing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs (older CPU PCB)8-42
8.14.11 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB.............................................................................. 8-43
8.14.11.1 Removing the 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB ..................................... 8-43
8.14.11.2 Installing the 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB....................................... 8-43
8.14.12 Replacing the compact flash component (TE GUI CPU PCB only) ........ 8-45
8.14.13 Replacing the real-time clock................................................................. 8-46
8.14.14 9.4-inch touchframe PCB (CarrollTouch™*).......................................... 8-47
8.14.14.1 Removing the 9.4-inch touchframe PCB................................ 8-47
8.14.14.2 Reinstalling the 9.4-inch touchframe PCB ............................. 8-48
8.14.15 9.4-inch backlight panels and LCD panels ............................................ 8-49
8.14.15.1 Removing a 9.4-inch backlight panel and LCD panel ........... 8-49
8.14.15.2 Reinstalling a backlight panel and LCD panel ...................... 8-49
8.14.16 9.4-inch GUI cooling vent filters ............................................................ 8-51
8.14.17 9.4-inch rotor housing ............................................................................ 8-52
8.14.17.1 Removing the 9.4-inch rotor housing.................................... 8-52
8.14.17.2 Installing the 9.4-inch rotor housing ..................................... 8-52
8.15 Breath delivery unit (BDU)..................................................................................... 8-53
8.15.1 Removing BDU from RTA cart.................................................................. 8-56
8.15.2 Removing BDU from Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . 8-56
8.15.3 BDU power cord and retainer .................................................................. 8-57
8.15.4 Installing BDU onto RTA cart ................................................................... 8-58

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8.15.5 Installing BDU onto Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . 8-58
8.15.6 Analog interface (AI) PCB and breath delivery (BD) CPU PCB................ 8-59
8.15.6.1 Removing AI PCB or BD CPU PCB ............................................. 8-60
8.15.6.2 Replacing the real-time clock................................................... 8-61
8.15.6.3 Installing AI PCB or BD CPU PCB .............................................. 8-62
8.15.7 Power supply assembly ............................................................................. 8-62
8.15.7.1 Removing power supply assembly ........................................... 8-62
8.15.7.2 Installing power supply assembly ............................................ 8-63
8.15.8 Power switch (S1) ...................................................................................... 8-64
8.15.8.1 Removing power switch (S1) .................................................... 8-64
8.15.8.2 Installing power switch (S1) ..................................................... 8-65
8.15.9 Humidifier receptacle (100 – 120 V models only) ................................... 8-65
8.15.9.1 Removing humidifier receptacle.............................................. 8-65
8.15.9.2 Installing humidifier receptacle ............................................... 8-66
8.15.9.3 AC panel .................................................................................... 8-67
8.15.10 Inspiratory module.................................................................................. 8-68
8.15.10.1 Inspiratory module modifications.......................................... 8-68
8.15.10.2 Additional noise suppression (ferrite cores).......................... 8-68
8.15.10.3 Inspiratory module o-rings ..................................................... 8-69
8.15.10.4 Air inlet filter (F2) ................................................................... 8-69
8.15.10.5 Fascia panel ............................................................................. 8-70
8.15.10.6 Oxygen and air pressure switches (PS1 and PS2) .................. 8-72
8.15.10.7 PSOL cartridge......................................................................... 8-73
8.15.10.8 Removing inspiratory module................................................ 8-74
8.15.10.9 Leak testing inspiratory module ............................................ 8-74
8.15.10.10 Installing inspiratory module ............................................... 8-75
8.15.10.11 Oxygen sensor (OS) ............................................................... 8-75
8.15.10.12 Inspiratory check valve (CV3) ............................................... 8-78
8.15.10.13 Right-side plate ..................................................................... 8-78
8.15.10.14 Inspiratory electronics PCB ................................................... 8-80
8.15.10.15 Left-side plate ....................................................................... 8-80
8.15.10.16 PSOL manifold....................................................................... 8-81
8.15.10.17 Oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2)........................... 8-83
8.15.10.18 Safety valve ........................................................................... 8-84
8.15.10.19 Check valve assembly, regulator assembly, and flow sensor
manifold8-86
8.15.10.20 Oxygen and air regulators (REG1 and REG2) ...................... 8-88
8.15.10.21 Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1) 8-89
8.15.10.22 Inspiratory floor assembly .................................................... 8-89
8.15.11 Exhalation module.................................................................................. 8-90
8.15.11.1 Exhalation collector vial (ECV) and expiratory filter (F9) ..... 8-90
8.15.11.2 Removing exhalation module cover ...................................... 8-90
8.15.11.3 Removing exhalation module ................................................ 8-93
8.15.11.4 Installing exhalation module ................................................. 8-93
8.15.11.5 Exhalation valve (EV) .............................................................. 8-94
8.15.11.6 Exhalation flow sensor (Q3) ................................................... 8-97
8.15.11.7 Exhalation transducer PCB ..................................................... 8-99
8.15.11.8 Expiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL2) . 8-100

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8.15.11.9 Exhalation heater (EXH HTR) and check valve (CV5) .......... 8-101
8.15.12 BDU housing ......................................................................................... 8-102
8.15.12.1 Removing BDU housing........................................................ 8-102
8.15.12.2 Installing BDU housing ......................................................... 8-104
8.15.12.3 Motherboard PCB ................................................................. 8-104
8.15.12.4 BDU alarm assembly ............................................................. 8-105
8.15.13 Power indicator..................................................................................... 8-106
8.15.13.1 Removing power indicator................................................... 8-106
8.15.13.2 Installing power indicator .................................................... 8-107
8.15.13.3 Alarm blindmate cable ......................................................... 8-107
8.15.13.4 Inspiratory blindmate cable ................................................. 8-108
8.15.13.5 DC power supply blindmate cable ....................................... 8-109
8.15.13.6 AC power supply blindmate harness ................................... 8-110
8.15.14 Release handle ...................................................................................... 8-112
8.15.14.1 Removing release handle ..................................................... 8-112
8.15.14.2 Installing release handle....................................................... 8-112
8.16 806 compressor unit............................................................................................. 8-112
8.17 Servicing the 806 compressor .............................................................................. 8-112
8.17.1 Compressor inlet filter ............................................................................ 8-113
8.17.2 Removing and installing the compressor inlet filter ............................ 8-113
8.17.3 Removing compressor from cart ............................................................ 8-113
8.17.3.1 Disconnecting compressor from BDU .................................... 8-113
8.17.3.2 Removing compressor from cart ............................................ 8-113
8.17.4 Removing top cover................................................................................ 8-114
8.17.5 Installing top cover ................................................................................. 8-115
8.17.6 Cooling fans ............................................................................................ 8-115
8.17.6.1 Removing a cooling fan.......................................................... 8-115
8.17.6.2 Installing a fan ........................................................................ 8-116
8.17.7 Removing the back panel....................................................................... 8-116
8.17.8 Reinstalling the back panel .................................................................... 8-116
8.17.9 Replacing an accumulator fitting and o-ring........................................ 8-117
8.17.10 Pneumatic hoses ................................................................................... 8-117
8.17.11 Plenum assembly................................................................................... 8-118
8.17.11.1 Removing the plenum assembly .......................................... 8-119
8.17.12 Heat exchanger (HE) ............................................................................. 8-120
8.17.12.1 Replacing the heat exchanger ............................................. 8-120
8.17.13 Removing and replacing the AC power cord ...................................... 8-120
8.17.14 Removing and replacing the data cable.............................................. 8-120
8.17.15 Compressor PCB .................................................................................... 8-121
8.17.15.1 Removing and replacing the compressor PCB..................... 8-121
8.17.16 Air dryer (dryer) and solenoid valve assembly .................................... 8-121
8.17.16.1 Removing and reinstalling the air dryer, solenoid valve assembly,
and replacing filters8-122
8.17.17 Compressor assembly............................................................................ 8-123
8.17.17.1 Removing the compressor assembly .................................... 8-123
8.17.17.2 Replacing the coalescing filter element .............................. 8-124
8.17.18 Replacing the compressor panels ........................................................ 8-125
8.17.19 Reinstalling the plenum assembly ....................................................... 8-126
8.17.20 Reconnecting electrical cables ............................................................ 8-126

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8.17.21 Replacing the Tinnerman clips ............................................................. 8-126

8.17.22 Reinstalling the back panel/accumulator assembly ............................ 8-126
8.17.23 Replacing the main inlet filter and reinstalling the top..................... 8-127
8.17.24 Reinstalling the compressor module ................................................... 8-127
8.17.25 Running performance verification test ............................................... 8-127
8.18 Backup power source (BPS).................................................................................. 8-127
8.18.1 Removing the 802 or 803 BPS ................................................................ 8-128
8.18.2 Installing 802 BPS .................................................................................... 8-129
8.18.3 Installing 803 BPS .................................................................................... 8-129
8.18.4 Battery pack ............................................................................................ 8-134
8.18.4.1 Removing 802 BPS battery pack............................................. 8-134
8.18.4.2 Installing 802 BPS battery pack .............................................. 8-134
8.18.4.3 Removing 803 BPS battery pack............................................. 8-135
8.18.4.4 Installing 803 BPS battery pack .............................................. 8-135
8.18.5 BPS PCB .................................................................................................... 8-137
8.18.5.1 Removing 802 BPS PCB ........................................................... 8-137
8.18.5.2 Installing 802 BPS PCB............................................................. 8-137
8.18.5.3 Removing 803 BPS PCB ........................................................... 8-137
8.18.5.4 Installing 803 BPS PCB............................................................. 8-138
8.19 Cart........................................................................................................................ 8-138
8.19.1 Removing and replacing the battery in the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart BPS .......................................................... 8-140
8.19.1.1 Removing the four-hour battery ........................................... 8-141
8.19.1.2 Replacing the four-hour battery............................................ 8-142
8.19.1.3 Removing the one-hour battery ............................................ 8-143
8.19.1.4 Replacing the one-hour battery............................................. 8-145
8.19.2 Removing and replacing the battery in the Puritan Bennett™ 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart ............................................................................... 8-147
8.19.2.1 Four-hour battery removal..................................................... 8-147
8.19.2.2 Four-hour battery replacement ............................................. 8-148
8.19.3 Charging circuit PCB removal and replacement for Puritan Bennett™ 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart ............................................................................... 8-151
8.19.3.1 Charging circuit PCB removal................................................. 8-151
8.19.3.2 Charging circuit PCB replacement ......................................... 8-152
8.19.4 Cart Casters.............................................................................................. 8-152
8.19.4.1 Removing casters from RTA cart ............................................ 8-152
8.19.4.2 Installing casters on RTA cart ................................................. 8-153
8.19.5 Removing casters from Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart8-153
8.19.6 Installing casters on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart8-153
8.19.7 Removing/installing GUI mount on all carts.......................................... 8-154
8.19.8 Removing/installing GUI mount ............................................................ 8-154
8.19.9 Removing/installing flex arm inserts on RTA cart ................................. 8-154
8.19.10 Removing/installing flex arm inserts on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart ............................................................................................................ 8-155

9 Parts List
9.1 How to use this parts list ........................................................................................... 9-1

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9.2 Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System patient system and accessories ............ 9-3
9.2.1 Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System NeoMode patient system and accesso-
ries ........................................................................................................................ 9-6
9.3 Flex arm assembly, oxygen and air hose assemblies, power cords ........................ 9-8
9.3.1 Flex arm assembly ........................................................................................ 9-8
9.3.2 Oxygen hose assemblies ............................................................................ 9-10
9.3.3 Air hose assemblies .................................................................................... 9-12
9.3.4 Power cords ................................................................................................ 9-14
9.4 Ventilator major assemblies ................................................................................... 9-16
9.4.1 Major ventilator assemblies (Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compres-
sor Mount Cart) .................................................................................................. 9-18
9.4.2 Major ventilator assemblies (shown on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart)............................................................................................................. 9-20
9.4.3 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) assembly with Trending-enabled (TE) GUI
CPU PCB .............................................................................................................. 9-30
9.4.4 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) assembly ...................................... 9-34
9.4.5 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) handle ......................................... 9-36
9.4.6 10.4-inch graphic user interface (GUI) rotor assembly ............................ 9-38
9.4.7 10.4-inch GUI keyboards and speaker assembly ...................................... 9-40
9.4.8 9.4-inch graphic user interface (GUI) ........................................................ 9-43
9.4.8.1 9.4-inch GUI front housing assembly ......................................... 9-46
9.4.8.2 9.4-inch GUI rear housing assembly........................................... 9-48
9.4.9 Breath delivery unit (BDU) ........................................................................ 9-50
9.4.9.1 Exhalation module...................................................................... 9-54
9.4.9.2 Inspiratory module...................................................................... 9-58
9.4.9.3 BDU cover .................................................................................... 9-68
9.4.9.4 BDU chassis assembly .................................................................. 9-70
9.4.9.5 BDU chassis kit............................................................................. 9-72
9.4.10 806 compressor unit ................................................................................ 9-74
9.4.10.1 806 compressor base assembly................................................. 9-76
9.4.10.2 806 compressor unit enclosure assembly................................. 9-78
9.4.10.3 806 compressor unit plenum assembly.................................... 9-80
9.4.11 Backup power source (802 BPS) .............................................................. 9-82
9.4.12 803 Backup Power Source ....................................................................... 9-84
9.4.13 840 RTA (ready-to-assemble) Cart assembly ........................................... 9-86
9.4.14 Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart assembly ........ 9-88
9.4.15 Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart assembly ................. 9-91

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Table 1-1. Ventilator specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Table 1-2. Compliance with standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Table 1-3. Electromagnetic Emissions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Table 1-4. Electromagnetic Immunity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Table 1-5. Electromagnetic immunity – conducted and radiated RF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Table 1-6. Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications
equipment and the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System 1-13
Table 1-7. Compliant cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Table 1-8. Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Table 1-9. Ventilator range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Table 1-10. Tools, equipment, and service materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Table 1-11. Schedule of periodic maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35
Table 1-12. Service kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36
Table 1-13. GUI front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-39
Table 1-14. GUI rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-46
Table 1-15. BDU front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-47
Table 1-16. BDU I/O panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-50
Table 1-17. BDU right-side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52
Table 1-18. BDU rear view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-53
Table 1-19. GUI rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-54
Table 1-20. BPS controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57
Table 2-1. Pneumatic component descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Table 2-2. Electronic Component Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48
Table 2-3. NOVRAM contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-77
Table 2-4. Monitored data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-113
Table 2-5. Out-of-tolerance supply voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-119
Table 3-1. Self tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Table 3-2. Components tested by self tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Table 3-3. POST Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Table 3-4. POST outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Table 3-5. Hardware requirements for SST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Table 3-6. SST tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Table 3-7. SST individual test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Table 3-8. Overall SST outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Table 3-9. Hardware requirements for EST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Table 3-10. EST tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Table 3-11. EST individual test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Table 3-12. Overall EST outcomes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Table 4-1. Service Mode functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Table 4-2. Other screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Table 4-3. Service Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Table 4-4. Exhalation valve calibration errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Table 4-5. Vent Inop Test phases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Table 4-6. Vent Inop Test troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Table 4-7. Flow sensor calibration errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Table 4-8. Data key update error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

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Table 4-9. Serial Loopback Test error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Table 4-10. Initialize Flow Sensor errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Table 4-11. Cal Info Duplication errors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Table 4-12. Serial number setup errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Table 5-1. Tools, equipment, and service materials required for performance verification. . . . . . 5-2
Table 5-2. Pre-performance verification testing and calibration requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Table 5-3. Manual ventilator check target values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Table 6-1. Values of diagnostic code digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Table 6-2. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Table 6-3. Address codes for BDU POST analog devices test errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-75
Table 6-4. BDU and GUI— Phase 1 (kernel) POST diagnostic codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-77
Table 6-5. BDU only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-79
Table 6-6. GUI only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-82
Table 6-7. BDU or GUI—Phase 3 POST diagnostic codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-84
Table 6-8. Interrupt errors and test failures – POST self tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-85
Table 6-9. SST diagnostic codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-87
Table 6-10. EST test sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-98
Table 6-11. UT0002 Fault Addresses for VGA LCD controller PCB errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-124
Table 7-1. How the ventilator responds to alarm conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Table 7-2. Alarm messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Table 8-1. Testing and calibration requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Table 8-2. Differences between GUIs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Table 8-3. GUI part replacement chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Table 8-4. BDU part replacement chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-54
Table 9-1. Abbreviations used in parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

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Figure 1-1. Remote alarm (nurse’s call) port pinout (view from back of GUI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Figure 1-2. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System RS-232 serial port pinout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Figure 1-3. Monochrome GUI front view (showing all keys) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38
Figure 1-4. 10.4-inch GUI rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-46
Figure 1-5. BDU front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-47
Figure 1-6. BDU I/O panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-50
Figure 1-7. BDU right-side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52
Figure 1-8. BDU rear view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-53
Figure 1-9. GUI rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-54
Figure 1-10. 802 BPS controls and indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-55
Figure 1-11. 803 BPS controls and indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-55
Figure 1-12. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart charging status and battery
indicator labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-56
Figure 1-13. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart charging status and battery indicator labels
1-57
Figure 2-1. L-R Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator shown on RTA cart,
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart,
and Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Figure 2-2. BDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Figure 2-3. 10.4-inch GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Figure 2-4. Compressor unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Figure 2-5. 802 BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Figure 2-6. 803 BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Figure 2-7. RTA cart, Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart, and Puritan
Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Figure 2-8. Patient system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Figure 2-9. NeoMode patient system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Figure 2-10. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Figure 2-11. Pneumatic system block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Figure 2-12. Pneumatic system diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Figure 2-13. Inspiratory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Figure 2-14. Inspiratory module in ventilator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Figure 2-16. Gas supply conditioning subsystem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Figure 2-17. Gas supply conditioning subsystem gas flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Figure 2-18. Gas supply conditioning subsystem components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Figure 2-19. Flow control subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Figure 2-20. Flow control subsystem gas flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Figure 2-21. Hot film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Figure 2-22. Flow control subsystem components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24
Figure 2-23. Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Figure 2-24. Inspiration monitoring subsystem gas flow diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Figure 2-25. Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Figure 2-26. Safety valve open gas flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Figure 2-27. Air flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31
Figure 2-28. Oxygen flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33
Figure 2-29. Patient system (minus exhalation collector vial and expiratory filter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35
Figure 2-30. Patient system flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36

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Figure 2-31. Exhalation module (removed from BDU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37

Figure 2-32. Exhalation module flow diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38
Figure 2-33. Exhalation module components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40
Figure 2-34. 806 compressor on Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart . . 2-42
Figure 2-35. 806 Compressor Pneumatic Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42
Figure 2-36. 806 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43
Figure 2-37. Heat exchanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44
Figure 2-38. 806 water trap assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44
Figure 2-39. Air dryer assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45
Figure 2-40. 806 back panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45
Figure 2-41. 806 cooling fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46
Figure 2-46. AC panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62
Figure 2-48. Power switch (S1) and indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64
Figure 2-49. Power supply assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65
Figure 2-51. 802 BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67
Figure 2-52. 803 BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68
Figure 2-53. 802 BPS battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68
Figure 2-54. BPS PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-68
Figure 2-55. Card cage with all PCBs installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69
Figure 2-57. Motherboard PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71
Figure 2-58. Motherboard PCB in place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72
Figure 2-60. BD CPU PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75
Figure 2-61. AI PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-78
Figure 2-62. Data key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-80
Figure 2-63. 10.4” Non-TE GUI CPU PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81
Figure 2-64. 10.4” TE GUI CPU PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81
Figure 2-65. 9.4” Non-TE GUI CPU PCB and backlight inverter PCB in place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82
Figure 2-66. 9.4” GUI TE GUI CPU PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82
Figure 2-67. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram –
GUI 10.4-inch LCD panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-84
Figure 2-69. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram –
GUI 9.4-inch LCD panels (TE GUI CPU PCB shown) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-87
Figure 2-70. Touch Frame PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-88
Figure 2-71. Keyboard assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-90
Figure 2-72. GUI LED PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-91
Figure 2-73. 10.4” GUI LCD panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-92
Figure 2-74. 9.4-inch LCD panels and backlight tubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-93
Figure 2-75. GUI alarm assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-94
Figure 2-76. BDU LED PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-95
Figure 2-77. Inspiratory electronics PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-95
Figure 2-79. Exhalation transducer PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-97
Figure 2-81. BD alarm assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-99
Figure 2-82. 806 compressor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-100
Figure 2-83. 806 Compressor fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-101
Figure 2-84. 806 compressor PCBA installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-102
Figure 2-85. 806 compressor PCB block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-104
Figure 2-87. Compressor operational sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-107
Figure 2-88. Compressor unit start-up sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-108
Figure 2-92. Power loss sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-118

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Figure 2-94. Pressure release, patient circuit occluded diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-123

Figure 3-1. Patient circuit setup for SST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Figure 3-2. EST setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Figure 3-3. EST screens during testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Figure 4-1. Service Mode screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Figure 4-3. System diagnostic log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Figure 4-4. System Information Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Figure 4-5. EST/SST Diagnostic Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Figure 4-6. 100% O2/CAL In Progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Figure 5-1. Puritan Bennett™ 840 ventilator side view — PTS 2000 port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Figure 5-2. How to access the test logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Figure 5-3. Report selection menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Figure 5-4. Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System PVT setup with PTS 2000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Figure 5-5. Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System PVT setup
with PTS 2000 and laptop computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Figure 5-6. Regulator calibration hose repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Figure 6-1. Location of BD LED array . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Figure 7-1. Alarm message format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Figure 7-2. Alarm log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Figure 8-1. GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Figure 8-2. 10.4-inch GUI front and back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Figure 8-3. 10.4-inch GUI mounting platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Figure 8-4. P-clip and GUI cable installed on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . 8-11
Figure 8-5. Removing and replacing 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Figure 8-6. Removing 10.4-inch GUI rear housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Figure 8-7. 10.4-inch GUI rear warning label and serial number tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Figure 8-8. Removing the 10.4-inch EMI shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Figure 8-9. Removal of a 10.4-inch backlight inverter PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Figure 8-10. RS-232 shield and components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Figure 8-11. GUI CPU PCB touch panel jumpers configured for “MKG TOUCH” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Figure 8-12. Socket savers and spacers installed onto RS-232 connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Figure 8-13. RS-232 shield with gaskets installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Figure 8-14. Thermal pad adhered to CPU heatsink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Figure 8-15. How to replace the compact flash component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20
Figure 8-16. GUI CPU PCB real-time clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Figure 8-17. 10.4-inch LCD panels and LCD shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Figure 8-18. 10.4-inch GUI touchframe PCB and GUI LED PCB locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Figure 8-19. Removal of the 10.4" GUI LED PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
Figure 8-20. Removing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26
Figure 8-21. How to attach the grounding strap to the EMI shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27
Figure 8-22. 10.4-inch GUI rotor housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29
Figure 8-24. 9.4-inch GUI tilt positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
Figure 8-26. 9.4-inch GUI mounting platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35
Figure 8-29. 9.4" GUI interior (TE GUI CPU PCB shown) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-38
Figure 8-30. Replacing the 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-39
Figure 8-31. Replacing 9.4-inch backlight inverter and GUI LED PCBs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40
Figure 8-32. Removing 9.4-inch GUI EMI shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-41
Figure 8-33. Removing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-42
Figure 8-34. GUI CPU PCB touch panel jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-44

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Figure 8-35. Thermal pad adhered to CPU heatsink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-45

Figure 8-36. How to remove the compact flash component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-46
Figure 8-37. GUI CPU PCB real-time clock (TE GUI CPU PCB shown) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-46
Figure 8-39. Routing the backlight extender cable assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48
Figure 8-40. LCD panel and backlight panel assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-50
Figure 8-43. BDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-53
Figure 8-44. BDU connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-56
Figure 8-45. Sure-Lock™* retainer and power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-57
Figure 8-49. BDU I/O panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-61
Figure 8-50. BD CPU PCB real-time clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-61
Figure 8-51. Replacing power supply assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-63
Figure 8-52. Replacing power switch (S1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-64
Figure 8-53. Power switch actuator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-65
Figure 8-56. Adding ferrites to air and oxygen transducer harnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-69
Figure 8-58. Removing inspiratory module fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-70
Figure 8-60. Pressure switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-72
Figure 8-61. Replacing PSOL cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-73
Figure 8-62. Removing inspiratory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-74
Figure 8-63. Opening oxygen sensor access port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-75
Figure 8-64. Detail of oxygen sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-76
Figure 8-65. Replacing oxygen sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-77
Figure 8-66. Inspiratory check valve (CV3) assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-78
Figure 8-67. Removing inspiratory module right-side plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-79
Figure 8-69. PSOL manifold ready for removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-82
Figure 8-70. Replacing oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) and safety valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-83
Figure 8-71. Oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-84
Figure 8-72. Safety valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-85
Figure 8-76. Exhalation module disassembled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-92
Figure 8-77. Replacing exhalation module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-93
Figure 8-78. Exhalation sample port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-94
Figure 8-79. Replacing exhalation module components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-95
Figure 8-81. Exhalation flow sensor with EMI shield installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-99
Figure 8-82. Replacing exhalation transducer PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-100
Figure 8-86. BDU alarm and motherboard PCB cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-106
Figure 8-87. Replacing power indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-107
Figure 8-88. Cable connections to AC panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108
Figure 8-91. Replacing AC power supply blindmate harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-111
Figure 8-92. 806 compressor mounted on cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-113
Figure 8-93. Top cover removed from compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-114
Figure 8-94. Fans installed in compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-115
Figure 8-95. Removing the back panel of the compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-116
Figure 8-96. Disconnecting filter outlet port from main supply hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-118
Figure 8-97. Disconnecting heat exchanger inlet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-118
Figure 8-98. 806 printed circuit board (PCB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-119
Figure 8-99. Air dryer/solenoid valve assemblies installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-122
Figure 8-100. Air dryer and solenoid valve assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-123
Figure 8-101. 806 compressor motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-124
Figure 8-102. Water trap assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-124
Figure 8-103. 802 BPS and RTA cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-128

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Figure 8-104. Connecting BPS to BDU on RTA cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-129

Figure 8-105. Removing existing brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-130
Figure 8-106. Remove screws from 803 BPS bracket backstop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-131
Figure 8-107. Slide bracket off 803 BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-131
Figure 8-108. Backstop position for system without a compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-131
Figure 8-109. Backstop position for system with a compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-132
Figure 8-110. View of underside of cart for bracket placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-132
Figure 8-111. Position of mounting bracket on cart without compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-133
Figure 8-112. Position of mounting bracket on cart with compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-133
Figure 8-114. Replacing 803 Battery Pack and PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-136
Figure 8-115. Remove four countersunk screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-138
Figure 8-116. BPS assembly in Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart. . 8-139
Figure 8-117. Connecting BPS to BDU on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart
8-140
Figure 8-118. Removing BPS bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-141
Figure 8-119. Remove eleven screws from BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-141
Figure 8-120. Four-hour battery cable routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-142
Figure 8-121. Battery charging status and indicator labels
(Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-143
Figure 8-122. Location of four top cover screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-144
Figure 8-123. One-hour battery orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-145
Figure 8-124. Serial number label location Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart
8-146
Figure 8-125. BPS PCB attached to plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-146
Figure 8-126. BPS PCB connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-147
Figure 8-127. Securing Phillips screws on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart battery carrier
(four-hour battery shown) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-148
Figure 8-128. Battery charging status and indicator labels
(Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-149
Figure 8-129. Orientation of one-hour battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-150
Figure 8-130. Serial number label location Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart. . . . 8-150
Figure 8-131. PCB cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-151
Figure 8-132. Battery and harness connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-152
Figure 8-133. Removing caster from RTA cart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-153
Figure 8-135. Flex arm insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-154
Figure 8-136. Flex arm insert on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-155
Figure 9-2. NeoMode patient circuit and accessories
(shown on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Figure 9-7. Ventilator major assemblies on RTA cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Figure 9-8. Ventilator major assemblies on
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Figure 9-10. Label kits (Sheet 1 of 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Figure 9-13. 10.4-inch GUI handle assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Figure 9-34. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart assembly . . . . . . . . 9-90
Figure 9-35. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-92

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General Information

This chapter provides introductory information on the Puritan Bennett™

840 Ventilator System. Included are a description of the ventilator, including
specifications, required tools and test equipment, schedule of maintenance, and
controls and indicators.

1.1 How to use this manual

This manual describes how to service the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System.
Covidien recommends you become familiar with this manual and accompanying
labels before attempting to operate or maintain the ventilator.
The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System Service Manual is intended to be
used in conjunction with the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System
Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual. Both manuals are needed for field
repair of the ventilator.
In several cases, however, similar information is contained in both manuals:
• Refer to the “Maintenance and service” chapter of the Puritan Bennett™
800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual for
operator maintenance of filters and the patient system. Refer to Chapter 8 of
this manual for complete ventilator maintenance information.
• Refer to the “Part numbers” appendix of the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual for patient
system part numbers. Refer to Chapter 9 of this manual for complete part
ordering information.

1.2 General product description

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System is a critical care ventilator intended for
acute and subacute care of infant, pediatric, and adult patients.
Electronically controlled and pneumatically powered, the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System contains a breath delivery unit (BDU), graphical user
interface (GUI), and backup power source (BPS). An optional compressor unit and
three different cart styles [the RTA (ready-to-assemble) cart, Puritan Bennett
800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart, and the Puritan Bennett 800 Series
Ventilator Pole Cart] are also available. The Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart, which allows use with an 806 compressor, can be used
with a one-hour battery or an optional four-hour battery installed in its BPS,
which is located in the BDU shelf. The Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole
General Information

Cart can also be used with a one-hour battery or an optional four-hour battery, located in the
cart base. The Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart cannot be used with a
compressor.

Warning
Install only ventilator BDUs with serial numbers starting with 3512 onto the newer
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart. Other ventilator serial numbers are not compatible with
the newer carts.

The Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and the Puritan Bennett
800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart may not be available in all regions. Please contact your local
Covidien representative for more information.
The BDU is the core of the ventilator. It contains the pneumatics that deliver gas and
electronic and electrical systems that control pneumatics, monitor alarms, and distribute
power. The ventilator includes two independent central processing units (CPUs): one for the
BDU that controls ventilation, and one for the GUI that monitors ventilator and patient data.
The GUI CPU verifies the BD CPU is functioning properly and prevents a single fault from
causing a simultaneous failure of controlling and monitoring operations.
The GUI provides a communications path between the ventilator and the operator. By using
the touch screen, keys, and knob on the GUI the practitioner gives initial instructions and
data to the ventilator. The GUI CPU processes this information and stores it in the ventilator’s
memory. The BD CPU uses this stored information to control and monitor the flow of gas to
and from the patient.
The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System supplies mandatory or spontaneous breaths with
a preset oxygen concentration. A mandatory breath can be pressure- or volume-controlled. A
spontaneous breath allows the patient peak inspiratory flows up to 200 L/min with or
without pressure support.
The 802 BPS (Backup Power Supply) or 803 BPS (extended BPS) provides DC power to the BDU
in the event AC power is lost. A new, fully charged 802 BPS allows the ventilator to function
(without compressor or humidifier) for at least 60 minutes (30 minutes on ventilators built
prior to July 2007); thus, the BPS can power the ventilator for transport purposes within the
respiratory care facility. The 803 BPS can power the ventilator for at least four hours under
the same conditions.The BPS should always be connected to the ventilator during operation.
The optional compressor unit provides compressed air to the BDU, and can be used in place of
wall or bottled air for normal operation. The compressor unit is powered by and
communicates with the BDU.

NOTE:
An external air source is required when performing service mode calibrations and
performance verification testing.

1.3 Configuration information

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System is available in a variety of versions, intended to
meet differing needs and regulations throughout the world. The major differences in
configuration among ventilators are listed below:
Electrical requirements: Available in 100 V, 50/60 Hz; 120 V, 60 Hz; 220 – 240 V, 50 Hz;
220 – 240 V, 60 Hz.
Languages: Keyboard, labels, software, and operator’s manual available in a variety of
languages.

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Compressor: With or without compressor unit.

Mounting: Cart- or shelf-mount available.
Power cord: A variety of plug ends are available. Refer to the parts list in Chapter 9 of this
manual or in the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical
Reference Manual for specific part numbers.
Oxygen and air fittings: Ventilator available with diameter index safety standard (DISS) male,
DISS female, noninterchangeable screw thread (NIST) male, Air Liquide™*, and sleeve index
system (SIS) male fittings.
Oxygen and air hoses: Versions available to connect to DISS male, Air Liquide™*, SIS male,
British Oxygen Company (BOC) female, NIST male, and Dräger™* female supply fittings. DISS
female x DISS female versions available in different colors to satisfy different countries’
requirements.
Accessories: Ventilators may be equipped with accessories listed in Section 1.4.

1.4 Accessories
The following accessories are either required or can be used with the ventilator.
Patient circuit: A variety of reusable Covidien patient circuits, adult and pediatric, with and
without water traps, and with and without heated wire, is available. Consult the “Part
numbers” appendix of the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual for patient circuit ordering information.
Humidification device: The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System supports the use of an
optional humidification device, including a heated humidifier, heat and moisture exchanger
(HME), or heated wire. A mounting bracket is available for the Fisher & Paykel™* Humidifier.
An AC socket for the humidifier is available on 100 and 120 V ventilators.
Remote nurse call unit: An analog output connector permits connection to a remote nurse
call unit. (Covidien does not supply nurse’s call units or cables.) Refer to Communication
Capabilities in Table 1-1 for remote alarm port (nurse call) specifications.

Caution
• Do not connect or disconnect the ventilator’s graphic user interface (GUI), backup
power source (BPS), or compressor while the power switch is on or the ventilator is
connected to AC power.
• All components must be securely mounted and connected by qualified service
personnel according to the appropriate Covidien installation instructions.
• Do not obstruct the breath delivery unit (BDU), GUI, or compressor cooling vents or
fan vents.
• To avoid possible damage to ventilator components, do not use the horizontal
surfaces of the ventilator to place or stack objects.

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1.5 Specifications

Table 1-1: Ventilator specifications

Physical characteristics

Weight Breath delivery unit (BDU): 19.5 kg (43.0 lb)

Graphic user interface (GUI): 6.7 kg (14.7 lb)
802 Backup power source (BPS): 7.6 kg (16.8 lb)
803 Extended BPS: (with battery pack, mounting bracket, and backstop) 19.5 kg (43 lb)
RTA Cart: 15.5 kg (34.2 lb)
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart with one-hour BPS: 31.6 kg
(69.7 lb)
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart with four-hour BPS: 37.7 kg
(83.1 lb)
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart with one-hour battery: 34.4 kg (75.8 lb)
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart with four-hour battery: 40.5 kg (89.3 lb)
804 Compressor unit: 31.6 kg (69.7 lb) (no longer available)
806 Compressor unit (100 V, 120 V): 23.6 kg (52 lb)
806 Compressor unit (220 V): 24.5 kg (54 lb)

Dimensions BDU: 330 mm high x 457 mm wide x 254 mm deep (13 in. high x 18 in. wide x 10 in. deep)
GUI: 460 mm high x 394 mm wide x 170 mm deep (18.1 in. high x 15.5 in. wide x 6.7 in. deep)
802 BPS: 83 mm high x 244 mm wide x 254 mm deep (3.25 in. high x 9.6 in. wide x 10 in. deep)
803 BPS (extended BPS for use with RTA cart): 95 mm high x 438 mm wide x 260 mm deep
includes housing and bracket (3.75 in. high x 17.25 in. wide x 10.25 in. deep)
RTA Cart: 998 mm high x 582 mm wide x 602 mm deep (39.3 in. high x 22.9 in. wide x
23.7 in. deep)
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart: 1041 mm high x 686 mm wide
x 839 mm deep (41 in. high x 27 in. wide x 33 in. deep with wheels in outermost position)
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart: 1041mm high x 686 mm wide x 839 mm deep
(41 in. high x 27 in. wide x 33 in. deep with wheels in outermost position)
804 Compressor: 417 mm high x 458 mm wide x 362 mm deep
(16.4 in. high x 18 in. wide x 14.25 in. deep) (no longer available)
806 Compressor: 425 mm high x 458 mm wide x 362 mm deep
(17 in. high x 18 in. wide x 14.25 in. deep)

Connectors Inspiratory limb connector: ISO 22-mm conical male

Expiratory limb connector (on expiratory filter): ISO 22-mm conical male
Air and oxygen inlets: DISS male, DISS female, NIST, Air Liquide™*, or SIS fitting (depending
on country and configuration)

Environmental requirements

Temperature Operating: 10 to 40 C (50 to 104 F) at 10 to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing

Storage: -20 to 50 C (-4 to 122 F) at 10 to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing

Atmospheric pressure Operating: 700 to 1060 hPa (10.2 to 15.4 psi)

Storage: 500 to 1060 hPa (7.3 to 15.4 psi)

Altitude Operating: -443 to 3280 m (-1350 to 10,000 ft)

Storage: Up to 6560 m (20,000 ft)

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Table 1-1: Ventilator specifications (continued)

Pneumatic specifications

Oxygen and air inlet Pressure: 241 to 690 kPa (35 to 100 psi)
supplies
Warning
Due to excessive restriction of the Air Liquide™*, SIS, and Dräger™* hose assemblies,
reduced ventilator performance levels may result when oxygen or air supply pressures
< 50 psi (345 kPa) are employed.

Flow: Maximum of 200 L/min

Oxygen sensor life The oxygen sensor should be replaced one year after date of manufacture, or as often as
necessary. Actual sensor life depends on operating environment; operation at higher
temperature or O2% levels will shorten sensor life.

Gas mixing system Range of flow from the mixing system: Can be set to 150 L/min standard temperature and
pressure, dry (STPD). Additional flow is available (up to 80 L/min for pediatric patients whose
IBW  24 kg, and up to 200 L/min for adults whose IBW > 24 kg) for compliance
compensation.
Leakage from one gas system to another: Meets standard EN 60601-2-12
Operating pressure range: 35 to 100 psi (241 to 690 kPa)
Air/oxygen regulator bleed: Up to 3 L/min

Electrical specifications

Input power Ventilator operation without compressor:

100 V~, 50/60 Hz; 5.1 A; 510 VA
120 V~, 60 Hz; 4.5 A; 540 VA
220 – 240 V~, 50 Hz; 1.5 A; 330 - 360 VA
220 – 240 V~, 60 Hz; 1.5 A; 330 - 360 VA
Ventilator operation with compressor:
100 V~, 50/60 Hz; 10.7 A; 1070 VA
120 V~, 60 Hz; 10.1 A; 1212 VA
220 – 240 V~, 50 Hz; 4.1 A; 902 - 984 VA
220 – 230 V~, 60 Hz; 4.1 A; 902 - 943 VA
Mains overcurrent release:
Ventilator: 5 A, 100 – 120 V~; 5 A, 220 – 240 V~
Auxiliary mains: 10 A, 100 – 120 V~; 5 A, 220 – 240 V~
Ventilator operation without humidifier or compressor:
Approximately 1126 BTU
Ventilator operation with 806 compressor and without humidifier:
Approximately 3078 BTU

NOTE:
Above values obtained using the following ventilator settings at 22 C ambient temperature: mode, A/C;
mandatory type, PC; IBW, 85 kg; fTOT, 20/min; PSUPP, 30 cmH2O; TI, 1 s; Rise Time Percent (was Flow
Acceleration), 50%; O2%, 50%; PMEAN, 50 cmH2O; PSENS, 3 cmH2O. Input power specifications are for
ventilators with Fisher & Paykel™* MR730 humidifiers. (Humidifier connection only available on 100 – 120 V
ventilators.)

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Table 1-1: Ventilator specifications (continued)

Leakage current Earth leakage current:

At 100 – 120 V~ operation: 300 μA
At 220 – 240 V~ operation: 500 μA
Enclosure/patient leakage current:
100 – 120 V~ operation: 100 μA maximum
220 – 240 V~ operation: 100 μA maximum
Humidifier leakage current: 50 μA maximum
Patient auxiliary leakage current: Not applicable

Warning
In the event of a defective earth conductor, connecting equipment to the auxiliary
mains socket outlet(s) (that is, the humidifier or compressor connections) may increase
patient leakage current to values that exceed the allowable limits.

Alarm volume 45 dB(A) to 85 dB(A)

Compressor sound 59 dB(A) at 1 meter distance from all sides

pressure level

802 Backup Power 24 V DC, 7 Ah

Source (BPS) Operating time (for a new, fully charged battery): at least 60 minutes (30 minutes on
ventilators built prior to July 2007). Actual duration depends on ventilator settings, battery
age, and level of battery charge.
Recharge time: Automatically recharges within 8 hours maximum while ventilator is
connected to AC power.
Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture.
Recharge requirements: Recharge every 6 months when storage temperature is -20 to 29 oC
(-5 to 84 oF); every 3 months when storage temperature is 30 to 40 oC (86 to 104 oF); every
2 months when storage temperature is 41 to 50 oC (105 to 122 oF).
Storage conditions: Store at -20 to 50 oC (-4 to 122 oF), 25 to 85% relative humidity; avoid
direct sunlight.
803 Extended Backup 24 V DC, 17 Ah
Power Source Operating time (for a new, fully charged battery): At least 4 hours. Actual duration depends
on ventilator settings, battery age, and level of battery charge.
Recharge time: Automatically recharges within 20 hours maximum while ventilator is
connected to AC power.
Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture.
Storage conditions: Store at -20 to 50 C (-4 to 122 F), 25 to 85% relative humidity; avoid
direct sunlight.
Recharge requirements:
Every 6 months when storage temperature is -20 to 29 C (-5 to 84 F)
Every 3 months when storage temperature is 30 to 40 C (86 to 104 F)
Every 2 months when storage temperature is 41 to 50 C (105 to122 F)

NOTE:
BPS battery life specifications are approximate. To ensure maximum battery life,
maintain full charge and minimize the number of complete discharges.

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Table 1-1: Ventilator specifications (continued)

Communications Remote alarm (nurse’s call) port (Figure 1-1). Allows medium- and high-urgency alarm
capabilities conditions to be annunciated at locations away from the ventilator (for example, when the
ventilator is in an isolation room). The ventilator signals an alarm using a normally open or a
normally closed signal. The ventilator asserts a remote alarm when there is an active
medium- or high-urgency alarm condition, unless the alarm silence function is active, and
when the ventilator power switch is turned off. The remote alarm port is a 4-pin female
connector. Allowable current is 500 mA at 30 V DC (maximum).

2 3

1 4

Pin Signal

1 Normally closed (NC)

2 Relay common

3 Normally open (NO)

4 Not connected

Figure 1-1. Remote alarm (nurse’s call) port pinout (view from back of GUI)
Communication RS-232 (serial) port (Figure 1-2). A 9-pin male connector configured as data terminal
capabilities (cont) equipment (DTE). Allowable current is 0.2 A at 10 V DC (maximum).
1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9

Figure 1-2. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System RS-232 serial port pinout

Pin Signal

1 Not connected

2 Receive data (RxD)

3 Transmit data (TxD

4 Data terminal ready (DTR), terminated high

5 Ground (GND)

6 Not connected

7 Request to send (RTS)

8 Clear to send (CTS)

9 Not connected

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Table 1-1: Ventilator specifications (continued)

NOTE:
The connection of accessories or equipment to the ventilator’s RS-232 and remote
alarm ports requires electrical separation of conductive earth (ground) connections
between different items of equipment of a system. The system cable assembly
shielding can interconnect the ventilator and other equipment, increasing the risk of
excessive enclosure leakage current from external equipment. For safe connection
and prevent a double earth ground, the shield conductor must have separation of
4 mm between the equipment and ventilator conductors, as shown below:

To Puritan Bennett™
840 Ventilator System Minimum shield
RS-232 and remote alarm Cable conductive separation
input connectors shielding 4 mm

Cable signal To accessory

equipment
Cable shield earth to connector
ventilator enclosure

1.6 Compliance and approvals

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System was developed in accordance with pertinent
North American and International standards (Table 1-2). The manufacturing facility for this
product is certified to EN ISO 13485:2000 (ISO 13485:1996) Quality Systems - Medical Devices -
Particular Requirements for the Application of ISO 9001:1994.
The ventilator’s IEC 60601-1/EN 60601-1 classification is Protection class I, Type B, internally
powered, IPX1 drip-proof equipment, continuous operation.

Table 1-2: Compliance with standards

Standards/certifications Configurations Certification agency

North America

Authorized to bear the CSA certification mark with 120 V, 60 Hz Canadian Standards
NRTL/C indicator, signifying the product has been 220 – 240 V, 50 Hz Association (CSA)
evaluated to the applicable ANSI/Underwriters 220 – 240 V, 60 Hz
Laboratories Inc. (UL) and CSA standards for use in the US
and Canada.
CSA Std. No. 601-1-M90
CSA 601-1 Supplement 1:1994
CSA Std. No. 60601-2.12-1994
UL No. 60601-1 (1st Edition)
IEC 60601-1:1988
IEC 60601-1 Amendment 1:1991
IEC60601-1 Amendment 2:1995
IEC 60601-2-12:2001

Manufacturer self-
IEC 60601-1-2:2007
certification

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Table 1-2: Compliance with standards (continued)

Standards/certifications Configurations Certification agency

International

CB scheme certification: 100 V, 50/60 Hz Canadian Standards

IEC 60601-1:1988 120 V, 60 Hz Association (CSA)
IEC 60601-1 Amendment 1:1991 220 – 240 V, 50 Hz
IEC 60601-1 Amendment 2:1995 220 – 240 V, 60 Hz
IEC 60601-2-12:2001

IEC 60601-1-2:2001+A1:2004 100 V, 50/60 Hz Manufacturer self-

120 V, 60 Hz certification
220 – 240 V, 50 Hz
220 – 240 V, 60 Hz

European

Approved to the type test requirements of Annex III of 220 – 240 V, 50 Hz TÜV Product Service
the Medical Device Directive. 220 – 240 V, 60 Hz
EN 60601-1:1990
EN 60601-1 Amendment 1:1993
EN 60601-1 Amendment 11:1993
EN 60601-1 Amendment 12:1993
EN 60601-1 Amendment 2:1995
EN 60601-1 Amendment 13:1996
IEC 60601-2-12:2001

0123
EN 60601-1-2:2001+A1:2006 Manufacturer self-
certification

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1.6.1 Manufacturer’s Declaration

The following tables contain the manufacturer’s declarations for the Puritan Bennett™
840 Ventilator System electromagnetic emissions, electromagnetic immunity, recommended
separation distances between ventilator and portable and mobile RF communications
equipment, and a list of compliant cables.

Warning
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the performance of the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System. Install and use this device according to the information
contained in this manual and the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual.

Warning
• The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should not be used adjacent to or stacked with
other equipment, except as specified in this manual and the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual. If adjacent or stacked use is
necessary, the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should be observed to verify normal
operation in the configurations in which it will be used.

NOTE:
This is a class A product and is intended to be used in a hospital environment only. If used outside
of the hospital environment, this equipment may not offer adequate protection to radio-
frequency communication services. The user may be required to take mitigation measures, such
as relocating or re-orienting the equipment.

Table 1-3: Electromagnetic Emissions

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should ensure it is used in such an
environment.

Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic environment – guidance

Radiated RF emissions Group 1 The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System uses RF
CISPR 11 Class A energy only for its internal functions. Therefore, its RF
emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any
interference in nearby electronic equipment.

Conducted RF emissions Group 1 The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System is suitable
CISPR 11 Class A for use in all establishments including domestic
establishments and those directly connected to the
Harmonic emissions Class A public low-voltage power supply network that supplies
IEC 61000-3-2 buildings used for domestic purposes.

Voltage fluctuations/ Complies

flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3

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Table 1-4: Electromagnetic Immunity

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should ensure it is used in such an environment.

IEC 60601-1-2 test

Immunity test Compliance level Electromagnetic environment – guidance
level

Electrostatic ± 6 kV contact ± 6 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete, or

discharge (ESD) ceramic tile. If floors are covered with
IEC 61000-4-2 ± 8 kV air ± 8 kV air synthetic material, the relative humidity
should be at least 30%.

Electrical fast ± 2 kV for power ± 2 kV for power Mains power quality should be that of a
transient/burst supply lines supply lines typical commercial or hospital
IEC 61000-4-4 environment.
± 1 kV for input/ ± 1 kV for input/
output lines output lines

Surge ± 1 kV lines/lines ± 1 kV lines/lines Mains power quality should be that of a

IEC 61000-4-5 typical commercial or hospital
± 2 kV lines/earth ± 2 kV lines/earth environment.

Voltage dips, short < 5% UT < 5% UT Mains power quality should be that of a
interruptions and (> 95% dip in UT (> 95% dip in UT typical commercial or hospital
voltage variations on for 0.5 cycle) for 0.5 cycle) environment. If the user of the
power supply input Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System
lines requires continued operation during
40% UT 40% UT
IEC 61000-4-11 power mains interruptions, it is
(60% dip in UT (60% dip in UT recommended the Puritan Bennett
for 5 cycles) for 5 cycles) 840 Ventilator System be powered from
an uninterruptible power supply or a
70% UT 70% UT battery.
(30% dip in UT (30% dip in UT
for 25 cycles) for 25 cycles)

< 5% UT < 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT for (> 95% dip in UT
5 s) for 5 s)

Power frequency 3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should

(50/60 Hz) be at levels characteristic of a typical
magnetic field location in a typical commercial or
IEC 61000-4-8 hospital environment.

NOTE:
UT is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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Table 1-5: Electromagnetic immunity – conducted and radiated RF

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The
customer or the user of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should ensure it is used in such an environment.

IEC 60601-1-2 test

Immunity test Compliance level Electromagnetic environment – guidance
level

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment

should be used no closer to any part of the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System, including
cables, than the recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter.

Recommended separation distance

Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to 80 MHz 150 kHz to 80 MHz d = 0.35 P
outside ISM bandsa outside ISM bands
d = 1.2 P
10 Vrms
inside ISM bandsa 10 Vrms
d = 1.2 P 80 MHz to 800 MHz
inside ISM bands

d = 2.3 P 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz

Radiated RF 10 V/m
10 V/m
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz where P is the maximum output power rating of the
80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer and d is the recommended separation
distance in meters (m)b.

Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as

determined by an electromagnetic site surveyc, should
be less than the compliance level in each frequency
ranged.

Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment

marked with the following symbol:

NOTE:
• At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
• These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects,
and people.

a The ISM (industrial, scientific, and medical) bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795 MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to

27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.

b The compliance levels in the ISM frequency bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz and in the frequency range 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz are intended to decrease

the likelihood mobile/portable communications equipment could cause interference if it is inadvertently brought into patient areas. For this reason, an
additional factor of 10/3 is used in calculating the recommended separation distance for transmitters in these frequency ranges.
c Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM

radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters,
an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System is
used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System should be observed to verify normal operation. If
abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System.
d Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 10 V/m.

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Table 1-6: Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment
and the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated
RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System can help
prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF
communications equipment (transmitters) and the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System as recommended below,
according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

Rated maximum
output power of Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter (m)
transmitter (W)

150 kHz to 80 MHz 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
outside ISM bands in ISM bands

d = 0.35 P d = 1.2 P d = 1.2 P d = 2.3 P

0.01 0.035 0.12 0.12 0.23

0.1 0.11 0.38 0.38 0.73

1 .35 1.2 1.2 2.3

10 1.1 3.8 3.8 7.3

100 3.5 12 12 23

For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in
meters (m) can be determined using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the
maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.

NOTE:
• At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
• The ISM (industrial, scientific, and medical) bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795
MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to 27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
• An additional factor of 10/3 is used in calculating the recommended separation distance for transmitters in
the ISM frequency bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz and in the frequency range 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz to
decrease the likelihood mobile/portable communications equipment could cause interference if it is
inadvertently brought into patient areas.
• These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption
and reflection from structures, objects, and people.

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Table 1-7: Compliant cables

Covidien does not supply remote alarm (nurse call) or serial port cables. In order to maintain compliance to
International Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, Covidien recommends using shielded cables for these
applications.

Warning
The use of accessories and cables other than those specified, with the exception of parts sold by Covidien as
replacements for internal components, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System.

Cable or Accessory Maximum length

4-078107-00, 4-078107-SP 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, latching, North America

4-078108-00, 4-078108-SP 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, latching, Europe

4-078109-00, 4-078109-SP 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, latching, Japan

4-078110-00, 4-078110-SP 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, latching, Australia

4-071421-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, Denmark

4-071422-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, India/S. Africa

4-071423-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, Israel

4-078144-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, UK

4-031323-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, Italy

4-031325-00 10 ft (3 m)
Power cord, Switzerland

4-075864-00 3 ft (91 cm)

Cable assembly, GUI to BDU

4-071441-00 10 ft (3 m)
Cable assembly, GUI to BDU

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1.7 Technical information

Refer to Table 1-8 for Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System miscellaneous technical
information.

NOTE:
When pressure units are set to hPa, pressure delivery and spirometry are subject to an
additional 2% error.

Table 1-8: Technical information

Maximum limited pressure 127.5 cmH2O (125 hPa)

Maximum working pressure 100 cmH2O (98.1 hPa), ensured by high pressure limit
90 cmH2O (pressure-based ventilation)

Measuring and display devices Pressure measurements:

Type: Silicon solid-state differential pressure
transducer
Sensing position: Inspiratory and expiratory limbs
(used to algorithmically approximate circuit wye
pressure)
Measurements:
Mean circuit pressure
Range: -20 to 120 cmH2O (-20.4 to 122 hPa)
Peak circuit pressure
Range: -20 to 130 cmH2O (-20.4 to 133 hPa)

Volume measurements:
Type: Hot film anemometer.
Sensing position: Exhalation compartment
Measurements:
Exhaled tidal volume
Range: 0 to 6,000 mL
Total minute volume
Range: 0 to 99.9 L

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Table 1-8: Technical information (continued)

Measuring and display devices (cont.) Oxygen measurement:

Type: Galvanic cell
Sensing position: Inspiratory manifold
Measurement:
Delivered% O2
Range: 0 to 103%

Display of settings, alarms, and monitored data:

Type: Two liquid crystal display (LCD) touch screens

Minute volume (VE TOT) capability 25 to 75 L/min

Results of ventilator patient circuit testing (using circuits Inspiratory pressure drop from inlet of open safety valve
identified for use with Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator to outlet port without inspiratory filter:
Systems) At 5 standard liters per minute (SL/min): 0.06 cmH2O
At 30 SL/min: 0.28 cmH2O
At 60 SL/min: 0.95 cmH2O
Inspiratory pressure drop across inspiratory filter:
At 5 SL/min: 0.17 cmH2O
At 30 SL/min: 0.56 cmH2O
At 60 SL/min: 1.37 cmH2O

Inspiratory pressure drop from inlet of open safety valve

with inspiratory filter:
At 5 SL/min: 0.17 cmH2O
At 30 SL/min: 0.84 cmH2O
At 60 SL/min: 2.32 cmH2O

Pressure drop across 1.68 m (5.5 ft) inspiratory or

expiratory limb with water trap, to patient wye:
Neonatal patient circuit: N/A (no water trap)
Pediatric patient circuit at 30 SL/min: 0.73 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit at 60 SL/min: 1.05 cmH2O

Pressure drop across 1.22 m (4 ft) inspiratory or

expiratory limb without water trap, to patient wye:
Neonatal patient circuit at 5 SL/min: 0.45 cmH2O
(inspiratory limb)
Neonatal patient circuit at 5 SL/min: 0.40 cmH2O
(expiratory limb)
Pediatric patient circuit at 30 SL/min: 0.56 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit at 60 SL/min: 0.70 cmH2O

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Table 1-8: Technical information (continued)

Results of ventilator patient circuit testing (using circuits Pressure drop across Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier and
identified for use with Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator lead-in tube:
Systems) (continued) Neonatal patient circuit at 5 SL/min: 0.14 cmH2O
Pediatric patient circuit at 30 SL/min: 0.28 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit at 60 SL/min: 0.93 cmH2O

Expiratory pressure drop across exhalation compartment:

At 5 SL/min: 0.21 cmH2O (with neonatal filter and
vial)
At 30 SL/min: 1.5 cmH2O
At 60 SL/min: 3.40 cmH2O
Total inspiratory pressure drop:
Neonatal patient circuit with neonatal filter/vial at
5 SL/min: 0.76 cmH2O
Pediatric patient circuit with water traps at
30 SL/min: 1.85 cmH2O
Pediatric patient circuit without water traps at
30 SL/min: 1.68 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit with water traps at
60 SL/min: 4.30 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit without water traps at
60 SL/min: 3.95 cmH2O

Total expiratory pressure drop:

Neonatal patient circuit with neonatal filter and vial
at 5 SL/min: 0.61 cmH2O
Pediatric patient circuit with water traps at
30 SL/min: 2.23 cmH2O
Pediatric patient circuit without water traps at
30 SL/min: 2.06 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit with water traps at
60 SL/min: 4.45 cmH2O
Adult patient circuit without water traps at
60 SL/min: 4.10 cmH2O

Internal volume:
Inspiratory pneumatics: 50 mL 5 mL
Expiratory pneumatics: 1000 mL 25 mL (including
expiratory filter and collector vial)
The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System automatically
adjusts for volume losses due to gas compressibility (that
is, automatic compliance compensation), subject to a
maximum delivered volume of 2500 mL.

NOTE:
• Patient circuit testing specifications are with the ventilator powered off, and are based on the
recommended configurations shown in the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual.
• To ensure that compliance compensation functions correctly, the user must run SST with the circuit
configured as intended for use on the patient.

Bacteria filter efficiency 99.97% for nominal particle size of 0.3 μm (micron) at
100 L/min

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1.8 Range, resolution, accuracy, and new patient/default settings

Ranges, resolutions, accuracies, and new patient defaults for ventilator settings, alarm
settings, and patient data are listed in Table 1-9.

Table 1-9: Ventilator range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/defaults

Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Ventilator settings

Apnea ventilation

Apnea expiratory time (TE) Range: TE 0.2 s

Resolution: 0.01 s
Accuracy: ± 0.01 s
New patient: Apnea TTOT - Apnea TI, where Apnea TTOT is (60 sec/apnea f)

Apnea flow pattern Range: Square or descending ramp

Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient:
Neonate: Descending ramp
Pediatric or Adult: Square

Apnea I:E ratio Range:  1.00:1

Resolution: 0.01
Accuracy: 0.01 s of the inspiratory time determined by the I:E ratio and
respiratory rate settings
New patient: 1: apnea TE/TI

Apnea inspiratory pressure (PI) Range: 5 to 90 cmH2O: PI + PEEP < 90 cmH2O

Resolution: 1.0 cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (3.0 + 2.5% of setting) cmH2O, measured at the patient wye,
1 second after the beginning of inspiration when the Rise Time
Percent (formerly Flow Acceleration) is 100%
New patient: 15 cmH2O

Apnea inspiratory time (TI) Range: TI 0.2 s to 8.00 s

TH 0.2 s to 30 s in BILEVEL mode
Resolution: 0.01 s
Accuracy: ± 0.01 s
New patient: Based on VT, VMAX, TPL, and waveform in VC

Apnea interval (TA) Range: 10 to 60 s

Resolution: 1 s
Accuracy: ± 0.01 s
New patient:
Neonate: 10 s
Pediatric: 15 s
Adult: 20 s

Apnea mandatory type Range: VC or PC

Resolution: N/A
Accuracy: N/A
New patient: PC with NEONATAL patient circuit
VC with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Apnea O2% Range: 21 to 100%

Resolution: 1%
Accuracy: ± 3% by volume over the entire breath, achieved at the
ventilator's inspiratory port in steady state when at least 8
breaths and a total volume of 1 liter has been delivered, and
15 seconds have passed following a settings change affecting the
delivered flow trajectories.
New patient: 40% with NEONATAL patient circuit
100% with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

Apnea peak inspiratory flow (VMAX) Range:

Neonate: 1.0 to 30 L/min
Pediatric: 3.0 to 60 L/min
Adult: 3.0 to 150 L/min
Resolution: 0.1 L/min for peak flows from 3 to 20 L/min
1 L/min for peak flows above 20 L/min
Accuracy: ± (0.5 + 10% of setting) L/min of the flow command input to the
flow controller, at the end of each control interval, after the first
100 milliseconds of inspiration.
New patient: Maximum of 1.0 or (0.87 x IBW) L/min with NEONATAL patient
circuit
Maximum of 3.0 or (0.572 x IBW) L/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
Maximum of 3.0 or (0.435 x IBW) L/min with ADULT patient circuit

Apnea respiratory rate (f) Range: 2.0 to 40/min

Resolution: 0.1/min for 2.0 to 9.9/min; 1/min for 10 to 40/min
Accuracy: 0.1 + 0.6% of setting)/min averaged over 60 s or 5 breaths,
whichever occurs later
New patient: 20/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
14/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
10/min with ADULT patient circuit

Apnea tidal volume (VT) Range: 3-315 mL* with NEONATAL patient circuit
 25 mL with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
2500 mL with ADULT patient circuit
IBW based range: 1.16 x IBW minimum, 45.7 x IBW maximum
Resolution: 0.1 for 3 to 5* mL
1.0 mL for 5 to 100 mL
5 mL for 100 to 400 mL
10 mL for 400 to 2,500 mL (full scale)
Accuracy (INVASIVE vent type only):
For TI < 600ms,  (10+10% x 600ms/TIms of setting), mL
otherwise  (10+10% of setting), mL with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient
circuit;
± (4+10% of setting), mL with NEONATAL patient circuit
Applicable during steady state when 3 consecutive breaths are within
1% of each other, and only when the flow limit and compliance
compensation limits are not reached.
New patient: Maximum of 3* mL or (7.25 x IBW); with NEONATAL patient
circuit
(7.25 x IBW); with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
*Assumes NeoMode 2.0 software option is installed

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Normal (non-apnea) ventilation

Constant during rate change Range: Inspiratory time, I:E ratio, or expiratory time; TH, TL, TH:TL in BILEVEL
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: Inspiratory time

Disconnect sensitivity (DSENS) Range: 20 to 95%

Resolution: 1%
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 75% (INVASIVE vent type); OFF (NIV vent type)

Expiratory sensitivity (ESENS) Range: 1 to 80% (1 to 10 L/min when Spontaneous Type is PA)
Resolution: 1%
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 25% (3 L/min when Spontaneous Type is PA)

Expiratory time (TE) Range: TE  0.2 s

Resolution: 0.01 s
Accuracy: ±0.01 s
New patient: 60/f(new patient) - TI (new patient), s

Flow pattern Range: Square or descending ramp

(available only when mandatory type Resolution: Not applicable
is VC) Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: Descending ramp with NEONATAL patient circuit
Square with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

Flow sensitivity (VSENS) Range: 0.1 to 10.0 L/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
0.2 to 20.0 L/min with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 0.1 L/min
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 1.0 L/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
2.0 L/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
3.0 L/min with ADULT patient circuit

Humidification type Range: HME, non-heated expiratory tube, or heated expiratory tube
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient value: previous setting

Humidifier volume Range: 100 mL to 1000 mL

Resolution: 10 mL
New patient value: previous setting

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Ideal body weight (IBW) Range: 0.3 kg (0.66 lb)* to 7 kg (15.4 lb) with NEONATAL patient circuit
3.5 kg (7.7 lb) to 35 kg (77 lb) with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
7.0 kg (15.4 lb) to 150 kg (330 lb) with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 0.1 kg for 0.3* kg to 3.5 kg
0.5 kg for 4.0 to 9.5 kg
1 kg for 10 to 50 kg
5 kg for 50 to 100 kg
10 for 100 to 150 kg
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 3.0 kg with NEONATAL patient circuit
15 kg with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
50 kg with ADULT patient circuit
*Assumes NeoMode 2.0 software option is installed

I:E ratio Range: 1:299 I:E  4.00:1; 1:299 < I:E < 149:1 (BILEVEL mode only)
Resolution: 0.01 for 1:9.99 to 4.00:1
0.1 for 1:99.9 to 1:10.0
1 for 1:299 to 1:100
Accuracy: 0.01 s of the inspiratory time determined by the I:E ratio and
respiratory rate settings
New patient: 1: TE /TI

Inspiratory pressure (PI) Range: 5 to 90 cmH2O; PI + PEEP  90 cmH2O

Resolution: 1.0 cmH2O
Accuracy:  (3.0 + 2.5% of setting) cmH2O, measured at patient wye (end
inspiratory pressure after 1 s when Rise Time Percent (was Flow
Acceleration) is 100%)
New patient: 15 cmH2O

Inspiratory time (TI) Range: TI 0.2 to 8.00 s

TH 0.2 to 30 s in Bi-Level mode
Resolution: 0.01 s
Accuracy: ± 0.01 s
New patient: Based on Vt, Peak Flow, Plateau time, and Waveform shape in
VC

Mandatory type Range: VC, PC, or VC+

Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: PC with NEONATAL patient circuit
VC with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

Mode Range: A/C, SIMV, SPONT, or BILEVEL

Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: SIMV with NEONATAL patient circuit
A/C with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

O2% Range: 21 to 100%

Resolution: 1% O2
Accuracy: ± 3% by volume over the entire breath, achieved at the
ventilator's inspiratory port in steady state when at least 8
breaths and a total volume of 1 liter has been delivered, and 15
seconds have passed following a settings change affecting the
delivered flow trajectories.
New patient:
Neonate: 40%
Adult: 100%

Patient circuit type Range: Neonatal (if Neo-mode option is active), Pediatric, or Adult
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable

Peak inspiratory flow (VMAX) Range: 1.0 to 30 L/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
3.0 to 60 L/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
3 to 150 L/min with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 0.1 L/min for flows of 1 to 20 L/min; 1 L/min for flows above
20 L/min
Accuracy: ± (0.5 + 10% of setting) L/min of the flow command input to the
flow controller, at the end of each control interval, after the first
100 milliseconds of inspiration.

PEEP Range: 0 to 45 cmH2O

Resolution: 0.5 cmH2O for 0 to 19.5 cmH2O; 1 cmH2O for 20 to 45 cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (2.0 + 4% of setting) cmH2O measured at patient wye. PEEP
measured with returned flow < 5 L/min.
New patient: 3 cm H2O

Plateau time (TPL) Range: 0.0 to 2.0 s

Resolution: 0.1 s
Accuracy: 0.01 s
New patient: 0.0 s

Pressure sensitivity (PSENS) Range: 0.1 to 20 cmH2O below PEEP

Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 2 cm H2O

Pressure support (PSUPP) Range: 0 to 70 cmH2O; PSUPP + PEEP  90 cmH2O

Resolution: 1 cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (3.0 +2.5% of setting) cmH2O measured at the patient wye 1
second after the beginning of inspiration when the Rise Time
Percent (was Flow Acceleration) is 100%, provided inspiration is
not terminated prematurely.

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Respiratory rate (f) Range:

1 to150 /min with NEONATAL patient circuit
1 to 100 /min with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 0.1/min for 1.0 to 9.9/min; 1/min for 10 to 100/min
Accuracy: 0.1 + 0.6% of setting)/min averaged over 60 seconds or
5 breaths, whichever occurs last
New patient: 20/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
14/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
10/min with ADULT patient circuit

Rise Time Percent Range: 1 to 100%

(formerly Flow Acceleration) Resolution: 1%
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: 50%

Safety ventilation Settings are identical to new patient values, except: mode = A/C,
mandatory type = PC, respiratory rate = 16/min, inspiratory time = 1 s,
inspiratory pressure = 10 cmH2O, PEEP = 3 cmH2O, trigger type = pressure,
Rise time % = 50%, PSUPP = 2 cmH2O, O2% = 100% or 40% in NeoMode
(21% if O2 not available), patient circuit type = last set value or ADULT if
none available, humidification type = last set value or NON-HEATED EXP
TUBE if none available, humidifier volume = last set value or 480 mL if none
available.
Alarm settings in safety ventilation: High circuit pressure (2PPEAK) =
20 cmH2O, high exhaled minute volume = OFF, high exhaled tidal
volume = OFF, high respiratory rate = OFF, low exhaled mandatory tidal
volume = OFF, low exhaled minute volume = 0.05 L, low exhaled
spontaneous tidal volume = OFF

Spontaneous type Range:

Neonate: PS, VS, or NONE when vent type is INVASIVE; PS or NONE
when vent type is NIV
Pediatric or Adult: PS, TC, VS or NONE when vent type is INVASIVE; PS
or NONE when vent type is NIV
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: PS

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Tidal volume (VC) or Range: 2 mL to 315 mL with NEONATAL patient circuit

Target volume (VC+) 25 mL to 2500 mL with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
(VT) IBW based range: 1.16 x IBW minimum, 45.7 x IBW maximum
Resolution: 0.1 mL for 2 to 5 mL
1.0 mL for 5 to 100 mL
5 mL for 100 to 400 mL
10 mL for 400 to 2500 mL (full scale)
Accuracy: For TI < 600ms,  (10 + 10% x 600 ms/TI ms of setting), mL
otherwise ± (4 + 10% of setting), mL with NEONATAL patient
circuit
 (10 + 10% of setting), mL with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient
circuit
Applicable during steady state when 3 consecutive breaths are
within 1% of each other, and only when the flow limit and
compliance compensation limits are not reached.
New patient:
MAX (2 mL, (7.25 IBW)); when circuit type = NEONATAL and Mandatory
Type = VC+*
MAX (3 mL, (7.25 IBW)); when circuit type = NEONATAL and Mandatory
Type = VC*
(7.25 x IBW) with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
*Assumes NeoMode 2.0 software option is installed

Trigger type Range: Flow (V-TRIG) NEONATAL patient circuit

Pressure or flow (P-TRIG or V-TRIG) with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient
circuit
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient: Flow (V-TRIG)

Setting limits for volume control (VC) Tidal volume: 25 mL  VT  2500 mL; 1.16 mL/kg  VT  45.7 mL/kg (default
mandatory breaths 7.25 mL/kg)
Inspiratory time: 0.2 s  TI  8 s
Expiratory time: 0.2 s  TE  59.8 s
I:E ratio: 1:299  I:E  1:4.00
Flow (at 1/min  f  100/min):
3 L/min V 60 L/min for IBW  24 kg
150 L/min Vfor IBW > 24 kg
Minute volume (using square flow pattern, I:E = 1:1, and f  30/min):
30 L/min VE for IBW < 24 kg
30 L/min <VE < 75 L/min for IBW 24 to 54 kg
MaximumVE = 75 L/min for IBW 55 to 150 kg
TI is a function of VT, flow pattern, TPL, and VMAX
TE is a function of VT, flow pattern, TPL, and f
I:E is the result of TI and TE
Any combination of settings for VT, VMAX, TPL, f, and flow pattern that
violates these boundaries is rejected. Refer to the Technical Reference
section of the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s
and Technical Reference Manual for more details.

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Setting limits for pressure control (PC) Inspiratory pressure: PI = 5 to 90 cmH2O; PI + PEEP  90 cmH2O;
mandatory breaths PI + PEEP + 2 cmH2O  1PMEAN
Inspiratory time: 0.2 s  TI  8 s
Expiratory time: 0.2 s  TE  59.8 s
I:E ratio: 1:299  I:E  1:4.00
Respiratory rate: 1/min  f  100/min
High circuit pressure limit: 7 cmH2O  PMEAN  100 cmH2O
TI is a function of f (for I:E or TE constant during rate change) and TE. TE is a
function of f (for I:E or TI constant during rate change) and TI. I:E is a
function of f (for TI or TE constant during rate change), TI, and TE.
Any combination of settings for PI, PEEP, 1PMEAN, f, TI, I:E, or TE that violates
these boundaries is rejected. Refer to the Technical Reference section of the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical
Reference Manual for more details.

Setting limits when selected Support pressure: PSUPP = 0 to 70 cmH2O; PSUPP + PEEP  90 cmH2O
spontaneous type is pressure support PEEP: PEEP = 0 to 45 cmH2O; PEEP + 7 cmH2O  1PMEAN
(PS) High circuit pressure limit: PSUPP + PEEP + 2 cmH2O  1PMEAN
Any combination of settings for PSUPP, PEEP, or 1PMEAN that violates the
above boundaries is rejected. Refer to the Technical Reference section of
part of the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual for more details.

Vent type Range: INVASIVE or NIV (non-invasive)

Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable
New patient value: INVASIVE

Alarm settings

Apnea interval (TA) Range: 10 to 60 s

Resolution: 1 s
New patient: 10 s with NEONATAL patient circuit
15 s with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
20 s with ADULT patient circuit

High circuit pressure limit (2PPEAK) Range: 7 to 100 cmH2O

Resolution: 1 cmH2O
(formerly 2PCIRC MAX) New patient: 30 cmH2O with NEONATAL patient circuit
40 cmH2O with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit

High exhaled minute volume limit Range: OFF or 0.05 to 100 L/min and > low exhaled minute volume limit and
(2V E TOT) Neonatal: 10 L/min
Pediatric:  30 L/min
Adult:  100 L/min
Resolution: 0.005 L/min for 0.05 to 0.495 L/min; 0.05 L/min for 0.5 to
4.95 L/min; 0.5 L/min for 5 to 100.0 L/min
New patient: ((20 x 7.25 x IBW x 1.30/1000) + 0.05) with NEONATAL patient
circuit
((14 x 7.25 x IBW x 1.30/1000) + 0.05) with PEDIATRIC patient
circuit
((10 x 7.25 x IBW x 1.30/1000) + 0.05) with ADULT patient
circuit

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

High exhaled tidal volume limit Range: OFF or

(2VTE ) > low exhaled spontaneous tidal volume limit
> low exhaled mandatory tidal volume limit
and
5 to 500 mL with NEONATAL patient circuit
25 to 1500 mL with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
25 to 3000 mL with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 1 mL for 5 to 100 mL; 5 mL for 100 to 400 mL; 10 mL for 400 to
3000 mL
New patient: maximum of 5 mL or (7.25 x IBW x 1.30)

High respiratory rate limit Range: OFF or

(2fTOT) 10/min to 170/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
10/min to 110/min with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 1/min
New patient: OFF

Low exhaled mandatory tidal volume Range: OFF or

limit  1 mL
(4TE MAND)  High Exhaled Tidal Volume Limit
and
 300 mL with NEONATAL patient circuit
 1000 mL with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
2500 mL with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 1 mL for 1 to 100 mL; 5 mL for 100 to 400 mL; 10 mL for 400 to
2500 mL
New patient: 7.25 x IBW x 0.70 when vent type is INVASIVE; OFF when vent
type is NIV

Low exhaled minute volume limit Range: OFF or

(4VE TOT) < high exhaled minute volume limit
and
0.010 L/min to 10 L/min with NEONATAL patient circuit
0.05 L/min to 30 L/min with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
0.05 L/min to 60 L/min with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 0.005 L/min for 0.010 to 0.495 L/min; 0.05 L/min for 0.50 to 4.95
L/min; 0.50 L/min for 5.0 to 60.0 L/min
New patient:
When vent type is INVASIVE:
greater of 0.01 or ((20 x 7.25 x IBW x 0.70/1000) - 0.05) with
NEONATAL patient circuit
((14 x 7.25 x IBW x 0.70/1000) - 0.05) with PEDIATRIC patient
circuit
((10 x 7.25 x IBW x 0.70/1000) - 0.05) with ADULT patient circuit
When vent type is NIV: OFF

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Low exhaled spontaneous tidal Range: OFF or

volume limit  1 mL
(4VTE SPONT) < high exhaled tidal volume limit
and
 300 mL with NEONATAL patient circuit
 1000 mL with PEDIATRIC patient circuit
 2500 mL with ADULT patient circuit
Resolution: 1 mL for 1 to 100 mL; 5 mL for 100 to 400 mL; 10 mL for 400 to
2500 mL
New patient: 7.25 x IBW x 0.70 when vent type is INVASIVE; OFF when vent
type is NIV or Spontaneous Type is PA.

Low circuit pressure alarm limit Range:

(4PPEAK) NIV: OFF to 2PPEAK-1 cmH2O
VC+: PEEP to 2PPEAK-1 cmH2O
New patient value: PEEP + 6 cmH2O if PEEP 15 cmH2O or
PEEP + 5.5 cmH2O if PEEP < 15 cmH2O
Resolution: 0.5 cmH2O for pressures < 15 cmH2O;
1 cmH2O for pressures  15 cmH2O
If 4PPEAK is not turned off, then changes to PEEP will cause the 4PPEAK
alarm limit to be recalculated.
Range: for NIV: OFF or  0.5 cmH2O to < 2PPEAK

Resolution:
0.5 cmH2O for PEEP < 20 cmH2O
1.0 cmH2O for PEEP  20 cmH2O

O2 Sensor Range: Enabled, Disabled, or Calibration

Resolution: Not applicable
New patient value: Enabled

NOTE:
The O2 sensor must be Enabled for the High/Low delivered O2%
alarm to function.

Monitored (patient) data

Breath type Range:

Type: Control (C), assist (A), or spontaneous (S)
Phase: Inspiration or exhalation
Resolution: Not applicable
Accuracy: Not applicable

Delivered O2% Range: 0 to 103%

(O2%) Resolution: 1% O2
Accuracy: ±3% O2 of full scale

End expiratory pressure (PEEP) Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(formerly PE END) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1.0 cmH2O for 10 to
130 cmH2O
Accuracy:  (2 + 4% of reading) cmH2O (relative to pressure measured at
the exhalation side of the patient wye when the end-expiratory flow is less
than 60 lpm)

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

End inspiratory pressure Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PI END) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1.0 cmH2O for 10 to
130 cmH2O
Accuracy:  (2 + 4% of reading) cmH2O (relative to the patient wye for
pressure control breaths with inspiratory times of 1 s or longer)

Exhaled minute volume Range: 0.00 to 99.9 L

(VE TOT) Resolution: 0.01 L for 0.00 to 9.99 L; 0.1 L for 10.0 to 99.9 L
Accuracy: For TE < 600 ms:  ((10 x respiratory rate) +10% x (600 ms/TE) of
reading) mL otherwise:
((4 x respiratory rate) + 10% of reading) mL with NEONATAL
patient circuit
((10 x respiratory rate)+10% of reading) mL with PEDIATRIC or
ADULT patient circuit
TE = time to exhale 90% of exhaled volume

Exhaled tidal volume Range: 0 to 6000 mL

(VTE) Resolution: 0.1 mL for 0 to 9.9 mL; 1 mL for 10 to 6000 mL
Accuracy: For TI < 600 ms: 10 (+10% (600 ms/TE) of setting) mL
otherwise:
± (4 + 10% of reading) mL with NEONATAL patient circuit
± (10 + 10% of reading) mL with PEDIATRIC or ADULT patient
circuit
Compliance- and BTPS-compensated
TE = time to exhale 90% of exhaled volume

I:E ratio Range: 1:599 to 149:1

Resolution: 0.1 for 1:9.9 to 9.9:1 ; 1 for 1:599 to 1:10 and 10:1 to 149:1
Accuracy: ± 1%

Intrinsic PEEP Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PEEPI) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1 cmH2O for 10 to
130 cmH2O
Accuracy: Not applicable

Mean circuit pressure Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PMEAN) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1 cmH2O for 10 to
(formerly PCIRC) 130 cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (3 + 4% of reading) cmH2O relative to pressure measured at the
exhalation side of the patient wye.

Peak circuit pressure Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PPEAK) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1.0 cmH2O for 10 to
(formerly PCIRC MAX) 130 cmH2O

Plateau pressure Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PPL) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O; 1 cmH2O for 10 to
130 cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (2 + 4% of reading) cmH2O

Rapid shallow breathing index Range: 0.0 to 600 1/min-L

(f/VT) Resolution: 0.1 for f/VT < 10 1/mil-L; 1 for f/VT  10 1/mil-L

Spontaneous inspiratory time Range: 0.00 to 10.00 s

(TI SPONT) Resolution: 0.01 s

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Setting Range, resolution, accuracy, new patient/default

Spontaneous minute volume Range: 0.00 to 99.9 L

(VE SPONT) Resolution: 0.01 L for 0.00 to 9.99 L; 0.1 L for 10.0 to 99.9 L
Accuracy: For TE < 600 ms: 10 x respiratory rate) + 10% (600 ms/TE) of
reading) mL
For TE  600 ms:((10 x respiratory rate) + 10% of reading) mL

Spontaneous percent inspiratory time Range: 0.00 to 1.00

(TI/TTOT) Resolution: 0.01

Static compliance Range: 0 to 500 mL/cmH2O

(CSTAT) Resolution: 0.1 mL/cmH2O for 0 to 9.9 mL/cmH2O
1 mL/cmH2O for 10 to 500 mL/cmH2O
Accuracy: ± (1 + 20%) of actual value mL/cmH2O for 1 to 100 mL/cmH2O

Static resistance Range: 0 to 500 cmH2O/L/s

(RSTAT) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O/L/s for 0 to 9.9 cmH2O/L/s
1 cmH2O/L/s for 10 to 500 cmH2O/L/s
Accuracy: ± (3 + 20%) of actual value cmH2O/L/s (does not apply if
CSTAT < 5 mL/cmH2O or VMAX < 20 L/min

Total PEEP Range: -20.0 to 130 cmH2O

(PEEPTOT) Resolution: 0.1 cmH2O for -20.0 to 9.9 cmH2O
1 cmH2O for 10 to 130 cmH2O

Total respiratory rate (fTOT) Range: 0 to 200/min

Resolution: 0.1/min for 0.0 to 9.9/min; 1/min for 10 to 200/min
Accuracy: 0.8/min

1.9 Tools, equipment, and service materials

The tools, equipment, and service materials listed in Table 1-10 are used to service the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System. Refer to Chapter 5 for a list of required tools,
equipment, and service materials specific to performance verification.

Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

Puritan Bennett™ 840 Software 4-075731 or Local Supplier Software Download only
Download Cable (BNC to BNC)

Puritan Bennett™ 840 Software 4-075497-00 Software Download only

Download Box

Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS 4-075359-00 and current revision Performance verification
(Ventilator Test Software) Software Download CD-ROM

Adapter, patient pressure *4-011521-00 Performance verification

("T" connector)

Barometer See under “Pneumatic calibration Atmospheric pressure transducer

analyzer” calibration

Cable, trigger *4-075360-00 Performance verification

Cable, null modem *4-075361-00 Performance verification

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Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials (continued)

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

Collector vial 4-074647-00 Performance verification

Connector, barbed *4-000845-00 Performance verification

Cotton swabs Local supplier General cleaning

Coupling, barb connector (qty. 2) *4-003443-00 Performance verification

Digital multimeter (DMM) accurate Fluke Model 87 or equivalent Performance verification, general
to 3 decimal places, with test leads troubleshooting

Digital multimeter patch cords G-061567-00 Performance verification

(optional)

Disinfectant/cleaner The following solutions are General cleaning

acceptable for disinfecting/cleaning
the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator
System:
Mild dishwashing detergent
Isopropyl alcohol (70% solution)
Bleach (10% solution)
Window cleaning solution (with
isopropyl alcohol and ammonia)
Ammonia (15% solution)
Hydrogen peroxide (3% solution)
Formula 409™* cleaner
(Clorox Company)
Amphyl™* disinfectant
(Reckitt Benckiser Inc.)
Cavicide™* surface disinfectant
(Metrex Research Corporation)
Control III™* germicide
(Meril Products Inc.)
Glutaraldehyde (3.4% solution)

Double banana jack for ground Pomona Electronics, P/N 1330-2 Performance verification
isolation test

Electrical safety analyzer capable of Fluke Model ESA 620 or equivalent Performance verification
measuring ground resistance and http://www.flukebiomedical.com
leakage current 6920 Seaway Blvd.
Everett, WA USA 98203
Telephone: (425) 446-6945
Toll Free (US): (800) 850-4608

Electrostatic shielding bags:

8 x 5 in. (20.3 x 12.7 cm) 4-009803-00 Backlight inverter, vent head LED,
GUI LED, and exhalation PCB storage
11 x14 in. (27.9 x 35.6 cm) 4-009800-00 Card cage PCBs, GUI LCD panels,
inspiratory PCB, motherboard PCB,
compressor PCB storage
18 x 14 in. (45.7 x 35.6 cm)
4-009801-00 GUI CPU PCB storage
26 x 4 in. (66.0 x 10.2 cm)
4-009804-00 Keyboard PCB storage

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials (continued)

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

EtherLink III 3C589C LAN PC card for Software Download only

10BASE-T or later revision, or
equivalent card

EtherLink III 3C589C Combo Cable Software Download only

for EtherLink III PC Card or
equivalent

Exhalation port test hose assembly *4-076704-00 Performance verification

(use directly on ventilators with
Metabolic Monitor port on
exhalation housing; otherwise use
no. 5.5 stopper with adapter in
exhaust port)

Filter, expiratory bacteria filter 351P19005 Performance verification

Filter, expiratory bacteria filter, 4-070305-00 Performance verification

reusable (Re/X800)

Filter, inspiratory, Re/Flex (for use on 4-074600-00 Performance verification

PTS 2000 tester port)

Finger cots or gloves Local supplier Removing window from GUI,

performance verification

Fitting, Luer, bulkhead *4-012470-00 Performance verification

Flex tube (Gold standard tube), *4-018506-00 EST, performance verification

21.0 in. (53.4 cm) (2 required)

Grease, Krytox™* 4-732130-00 Lubricating o-rings

Hose, regulator calibration (refer to *4-079050-00 (quick disconnect) Performance verification

Section 5.8 on page 5-15 for 4-079051-00 (female)
regulator calibration hose repair
instructions)

Isopropyl alcohol Local supplier General cleaning

Leak detector fluid 4-004489-00 Leak-testing

Luer fitting, female Local supplier Performance verification

Mounting plate, NeoMode 4-076405-00 Performance verification

Patient circuit, adult (reusable, *N-4401008 SST, performance verification

without water traps or heated wire)
(2 required)

Patient circuit, pediatric (reusable, G-061223-00 SST, performance verification

without water traps or heated wire)

Patient circuit, neonatal (disposable) Allegiance Healthcare SST, performance verification

PN 7441-452

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials (continued)

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

Pentium 166 Mhz computer, Local supplier Performance verification

equipped, at a minimum, with the
following:
• 32 MB RAM (64 MB for NT
systems)
• 800x600 screen display resolution
with 256 colors
• Two available serial ports or USB/
serial adapters
• Windows™* 95, 98, 2000, XP or
NT 4.0 operating system
• Mouse or equivalent pointer
device
• 2x or higher CD-ROM drive
• 1 Gigabyte available hard disk
space
• One available TCP/IP network
port with BNC connector (if
software download desired)

Pneumatic calibration analyzer or Puritan Bennett™ PTS 2000 Performance verification, regulator
equivalent devices capable of Performance Test System adjustment. Barometer used for
measuring oxygen percent, flow, (4-76185-00) (includes accessory kit atmospheric pressure transducer
BTPS volume, pressure, and with serial cable) calibration.
barometric pressure. Oxygen
analyzer connector tee. Required
accuracies: NOTE:
• Flow: 2.75% of reading If you use a device other than
±0.05 slpm the PTS 2000 Performance
Test System, refer to the
• Volume: 2% of reading or ±1 digit “Manual ventilator check”
• Low pressure (-150 to section in Chapter 5 of this
+150 cmH2O): 0.75% of reading manual.
±0.04 cmH2O
• High pressure (0 to 150 psig):
1.0% of reading ±0.1 psi
• Oxygen percentage: ±2% oxygen
• Barometric pressure: Range: 10 to
16 psia; resolution: 0.0 to 1 psia;
operating temperature: 10 to
40 C; measurement accuracy:
0.75 of reading;
response: 100 ms.

Resistor for ground isolation test, 1K Allied Electronics, Performance verification

± 1% P/N 697-3356 or equivalent

Serial Card, Socket I/O Ruggedized or Socket Communications Corp. Performance verification
equivalent (Provides second serial Newark, CA
port) http://www.socketcom.com/

Software download device 4-075497-00 BDU and GUI software updates

(For use by Covidien Customer
Service Engineers, only)

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials (continued)

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

Static-dissipative field service kit 4-018149-00 Various service procedures

(includes wrist strap, static
dissipative mat, and earth (ground)
cord)

Stoppers, no. 1, 5, and 5.5 Local supplier SST, EST, performance verification
(with center bore and luer fitting:
4-071856-00)

Stopper, no. 5.5 with center bore 4-076467-00 Performance verification

and Fitting, luer, bulkhead 4-012470-00

Stopper, no. 1 (quantity = 1) *4-009523-00 Performance verification

Stopper, no. 5 *4-076828-00 Performance verification

Stopper, no. 5.5 with center bore 4-076467-00 Performance verification

and Fitting, luer, bulkhead 4-012470-00

Test lung, 0.5 L 4-000612-00 EST, performance verification

Test lung, 3 L N-3800006 Performance verification

Test lung, 4 L 4-075578-00 Performance verification

Tie wraps 4-000003-00 (small) Various places

4-000004-00 (large)

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 1-10: Tools, equipment, and service materials (continued)

Manufacturer/model or Covidien
Description Where used
part number

Tool kit, including the following:

• Diagonal cutters Local supplier General repair
• Needlenose pliers General repair
• Nutdriver, 3/16-in. General repair
• Nutdriver, 5/16-in. General repair
• Nutdriver, 11/32-in. General repair
• PROM puller Replacing real-time clock
• Screwdriver, #0 Phillips General repair
• Screwdriver, #1 Phillips
General repair, Puritan Bennett™
• Screwdriver, #2 Phillips 800 Series Ventilator Compressor
Mount Cart/Puritan Bennett
800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

• Screwdriver, 1/8-in. flat-blade General repair

• Screwdriver, 1/4-in. flat-blade General repair
• Wrench, 5/16-in. open-end General repair
• Wrench, 7/16-in. open-end General repair
• Wrench, 9/16-in. open-end
General repair
• Wrench, adjustable
Replacing pressure switch
Removing oxygen filter
• Allen wrench set
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart and
Puritan Bennett 800 Series
Ventilator Pole Cart
• Snap ring pliers
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart /
Puritan Bennett 800 Series
Ventilator Pole Cart flex arm inserts

Tubing, silicone, 3/16 in. ID x 5/16 in. 4-008577-00 Performance verification

OD, 36 in. (91.4 cm)

Tubing, silicone, 1/8 in. ID x 1/4 in. *4-008578-00 Performance verification

OD, 4.75 in. (12.1 cm)

Vacuum cleaner, ESD-safe, with Local supplier General cleaning

0.2 μm filter (rated for photocopiers
and laser printers)

Wrench, caster N-4800168 Replacing casters (RTA cart)

Wye, patient circuit *4-000338-00 SST, performance verification

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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1.10 Periodic maintenance

Caution
• To prevent component damage due to excessive wear, perform preventive
maintenance and replace components at recommended intervals, as indicated in
Table 1-11. You may find it convenient to note anticipated replacement dates for all
components based on typical usage rates or recommended intervals.
• Covidien has determined the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System’s preventive
maintenance schedule based on the life expectancies of ventilator parts. Be aware
these parts, listed below, could also require unscheduled corrective maintenance and
other parts, not listed, could also require corrective maintenance during your
ventilator’s lifetime.
Pru

Table 1-11 lists the periodic maintenance activities required for the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System. See the Ventilator Information screen for total hours of operation for
the ventilator and compressor. For details on patient system maintenance, refer to the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual.

Table 1-11: Schedule of periodic maintenance

Frequency Part Maintenance

Several times a day or as required by Patient circuit: inspiratory and Check for water build-up, empty,
your institution’s policy expiratory limbs and clean as necessary.

Inspiratory and expiratory bacteria Inspect and check resistance across

filters inspiratory and expiratory filters
before every use, after 15 days of
continuous use in expiratory limb, or
if you suspect excess resistance. SST
checks the resistance of the
expiratory filter.

Collector vial, water traps, and drain Check and empty as needed.
bag

Daily or as necessary Oxygen sensor Calibrate oxygen sensor by pressing

100% O2/CAL 2 min key or INCREASE
O2 2 min key. For more information
on calibrating the oxygen sensor, see
Section 4.2.12 on page 4-20.

Air inlet filter bowl If cracked, replace bowl. If any sign

of moisture is visible, remove
ventilator from use and inspect.

Every 250 hours (or more often, if Compressor inlet filter Either vacuum filter or wash filter in
required) a warm detergent solution, rinse,
and dry well. Replace filter when it
shows signs of wear.

Every 6 months Entire ventilator Run EST.

Every year Atmospheric pressure transducer, Perform calibration/test.

expiratory valve, flow sensors, and
vent inop test

Entire ventilator Perform electrical safety tests, and

inspect ventilator for mechanical
damage and for label illegibility.

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Table 1-11: Schedule of periodic maintenance (continued)

Frequency Part Maintenance

Varies: Every year or 100 autoclave Reusable expiratory or expiratory Replace. Sterilize between patients
cycles. Consult product Directions for bacteria filters and circuit changes, or according to
Use. your institution’s policy. Sterilize
before nondestructive disposal.

Every year or as necessary Oxygen sensor Replace. Actual sensor life depends
on operating environment;
operation at higher temperature or
O2% levels will result in shorter
sensor life.

2 years or as necessary 802 BPS battery pack Actual BPS life depends on the
803 BPS battery pack history of use and ambient
conditions.

Every 10,000 hours Various parts Use appropriate preventive

Every 15,000 hours maintenance kit (see Table 1-12).

NOTE:
If any part found in a
preventive maintenance kit
requires replacement before
the recommended interval
elapses, consider installing
the entire kit anyway.

1.11 Service kits

Table 1-12 lists the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System service kits. Chapter 9 lists the
mounting kits available for the ventilator.

Table 1-12: Service kits

Interval Description Part no. Kit contents

10,000 hours 9.4“ GUI and BDU 4-079056-00 Filter, air inlet (F2) with o-ring
Filter, oxygen (F1)
Filter, oxygen inlet (F3) with o-ring
Installation instructions
Label, preventive maintenance
Lamps, fluorescent backlight
(for 9.4“color LCD displays)
Spring

10.4” GUI and BDU 4-078179-00 Filter, air inlet (F2) with o-ring
Filter, oxygen (F1)
Filter, oxygen inlet (F3) with o-ring
Installation instructions
Label, preventive maintenance
Spring

Oxygen sensor 4-072214-00 Oxygen sensor

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Table 1-12: Service kits (continued)

Interval Description Part no. Kit contents

10,000 hours BPS (6 month shelf 10000007 (for use Battery pack
(continued) life) with 802 BPS)
10030284 (for use in
803 BPS)
4-070532-SP (for use
in BPS of Compressor
Mount Cart with
one-hour battery)
10030284 (for use in
Compressor Mount
Cart BPS with four-
hour battery)
4-070532-SP (for use
in Pole Cart with one-
hour battery)
10041274 (for use in
Pole Cart with four-
hour battery)

15,000 hours Compressor, 100 V ~, 4-076806-00 15 K PM label

(806 only) 50/60 Hz Compressor assembly for appropriate voltage
configuration
Compressor, 120 V ~, 4-076805-00
60 Hz Fans (qty. 2)
Filter element for water trap assembly
Compressor, 4-076807-00 Main inlet filter
220 - 240 V ~, 50/60 Hz
Outlet filter for solenoid assembly
Tie wrap, large, for air dryer assembly
Tie wraps, small for fan harnesses (qty. 2)
Tinnerman clips (qty. 6)

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1.12 Controls and indicators

Refer to Figure 1-3 through Figure 1-10 and Table 1-13 through Table 1-20 for ventilator
controls and indicators.

Figure 1-3. Monochrome GUI front view (showing all keys)

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Table 1-13: GUI front view

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

1 Screen lock key. When the yellow light on the screen lock key is
lit, touching the screen or off-screen controls (including the knob
and ACCEPT key) has no effect until you press the screen lock key
again. New alarms (or when an alarm’s urgency level escalates)
automatically unlock the screen and controls.
The screen lock allows you to clean the touch screen and prevents
inadvertent changes to settings and displays.
or

(US version only)

2 Color GUI (10.4-inch screen):

No key
Color GUI (9.4-inch screen):
Key inactive
Monochrome GUI:
Display contrast key. Allows you to adjust screen contrast when
you hold down this key while turning the knob.
or

(US version only)

3 Color GUI (10.4-inch screen):

No key
Color GUI (9.4 inch screen):
Key present but inactive
Monochrome GUI:
Display brightness key. Allows you to adjust screen brightness
when you hold down this key while turning the knob.
or

(US version only)

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

4 Alarm volume key. Allows you to adjust the alarm volume when
you hold down this key while turning the knob. You cannot turn
off alarm volume.

or

(US version only)

5 Alarm silence key. Turns off alarm sound for 2 minutes. The yellow
light on the alarm silence key lights during the silence period, and
turns off if you press the alarm reset key or the 2-minute interval
times out. A new, high-urgency alarm cancels the silence. Alarms
that can be silenced (lockable) include all Patient-Data Alarms
and Circuit Disconnect (see Table 7-2 for details).
Each time you press the alarm silence key, the silence period resets
to 2 minutes. Each time you press the alarm silence key (whether
or not there is an active alarm), the keypress is recorded in the
alarm log.

6 Alarm reset key. Clears active alarms or autoreset high-urgency

alarms, cancels an active alarm silence, and is recorded in the
alarm log. (Pressing the alarm reset key is not recorded in the
alarm log if no alarm is active.) You cannot reset a DEVICE ALERT
alarm.

7 Displays basic operating information about the ventilator.

or

US version only

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

8 Delivers 100% oxygen (if available) for 2 minutes and calibrates

the oxygen sensor. The green light on this key lights to indicate
that 100% O2 delivery is active. Pressing this key again restarts the
2-minute delivery interval. You may cancel the 2-minute interval
by touching the CANCEL button on the GUI touch screen.
Oxygen sensor calibration can be tested using a procedure in the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual. See Section 4.2.12 for more
information on oxygen sensor calibration.

9 Delivers one manual breath to the patient according to the

current mandatory settings. To avoid breath stacking, a manual
inspiration is not delivered during inspiration or the restricted
phase of exhalation.
You can use the MANUAL INSP key to supplement minute volume
or to help measure a patient data parameter, such as peak
inspiratory pressure.

10 Allows you to measure auto-PEEP. Hold this key down until the
maneuver begins (at the next ventilator-initiated inspiration), and
release when the measurement is stable, up to 20 s. The measured
values for intrinsic and total PEEP are displayed at the end of the
expiratory pause. Displays and freezes the most recently selected
graphics, allowing you to see when expiratory pressure stabilizes.
EXP PAUSE is not functional in SPONT. It has no effect during the
inspiratory phase of a breath. The pause is canceled and
inspiration begins if you release the EXP PAUSE key, the patient
triggers an inspiration, an alarm occurs, or the maximum 20-s
pause interval elapses. If flow triggering is active, backup pressure
sensitivity is used to detect patient effort. Only one expiratory
pause is allowed during a breath. Expiratory pause requests are
ignored in apnea ventilation, safety ventilation, occlusion status
cycling (OSC), and idle mode.
During an expiratory pause, occlusion alarm detection is
suspended. During expiratory pause, the apnea interval is
extended by the amount of time the pause is active. In SIMV, the
cycle during which the pause becomes active (and the next
scheduled VIM will occur) is extended by the amount of time the
pause is active. For purposes of I:E ratio calculation, expiratory
pause is considered part of the exhalation phase.

11 Extends the inspiratory phase of the current or next mandatory

breath (depending upon when pressed) for the purpose of
measuring plateau pressure, compliance, and, if possible,
resistance. Pressing and releasing this key initiates an automatic
inspiratory pause lasting between 0.5 and 2 seconds. Pressing and
holding this key initiates a manual inspiratory pause extending
inspiration up to 7 seconds.

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

12 Cancels a proposed setting.

13 Applies new settings.

14 Adjusts the value of a setting. A button that is highlighted means

that the knob is linked to that setting. Where applicable, turning
the knob clockwise increases the value, and turning the knob
counterclockwise decreases the value.

15 System operation
indicators

Gray normal ventilator operation indicator. Indicator appears

unilluminated when no ventilator inoperative condition exists.

non-US version
or

US version text is not visible when no ventilator inoperative

condition exists.

US version

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

15 Red ventilator inoperative indicator. Illuminates when the

(cont) ventilator cannot support ventilation and requires service. The
ventilator enters the safe state and discontinues detection of new
patient data or alarm conditions. A qualified service technician
must repair the ventilator to correct the problem and must
execute EST successfully before normal ventilation is allowed. This
indicator is accompanied by an audio signal and cannot be reset.

non-US version
or

US version

Red safety valve open (SVO) indicator. Illuminates when the

ventilator has entered its safe state and opened its safety valve to
allow the patient to breathe unassisted from room air.

non-US version
or

US version

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

15 Green BPS ready indicator. The ventilator senses that the BPS is
(cont) installed, operational, and has at least 2 minutes of estimated run
time.

or
BATTERY
READY
US version only

On BPS power indicator. When yellow bar to the right of a lit BPS
ready indicator (battery symbol) is lit, ventilator is operating on
BPS, and AC power is insufficient to support ventilator operation.
During BPS operation, power to the compressor unit and the
humidifier outlet (if available) is off.

or
BATTERY
ON
US version only

Green compressor ready indicator. The compressor logic cable and

air supply hose are connected to the ventilator. The compressor is
up to operating pressure but not supplying gas to the ventilator.
The compressor motor turns on intermittently to keep the
compressor chamber pressurized.

or
COMPRESSOR
READY
US version only

Green compressor operating indicator. When symbol to the right

of a lit compressor unit ready indicator is lit, compressor is
supplying air to the ventilator. This indicator does not light unless
the compressor is actually supplying air to the ventilator.

or
COMPRESSOR
ON
US version only

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Table 1-13: GUI front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-3)

16 Red high-urgency alarm indicator ( ! ! ! ) blinks rapidly if active; it

is steadily lit if autoreset.
Yellow medium-urgency alarm indicator ( ! ! ) blinks slowly if
active; it turns off if autoreset.
Yellow low-urgency alarm indicator ( ! ) is steadily lit if active; it
turns off if autoreset.
Green normal ventilator operation indicator steadily lit. This
indicator is off if the ventilator is not in a ventilation mode, for
example, during service mode or short self test (SST).

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2 3

Figure 1-4. 10.4-inch GUI rear view

Table 1-14: GUI rear view

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-4)

1 Remote alarm Remote alarm (nurse’s call) port

2 RS-232 10.4-inch GUI only: Two serial ports with 9-pin male connector
configured as data terminal equipment (DTE).

NOTE:
Allowable current is 0.2 A at 10 V DC (maximum).

3 RS-232 NULL Null modem port (9.4-inch and 10.4-inch GUI)

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2 3
5

6
1

Figure 1-5. BDU front view

Table 1-15: BDU front view

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-5)

1 EXHAUST port BDU exhaust port. Gas is vented to atmosphere.

2 Ventilator operation
indicators

Red ventilator inoperative indicator. (See Table 1-13, item 15.)

non-US version
or

US version

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Table 1-15: BDU front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-5)

2 Red safety valve open (SVO) indicator. (See Table 1-13, item 15.)
(cont)

non-US version
or

US version

Gray normal GUI indicator. Indicator appears unilluminated when

no loss of GUI condition exists.

non-US version

US version text is not visible when no loss of GUI condition exists.

US version

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Table 1-15: BDU front view (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-5)

2 Red loss of GUI indicator. The ventilator has detected a

(cont) malfunction that prevents the GUI from reliably displaying or
receiving information.

non-US version
or

US version

3 Power switch. I or ON represents on position; represents off

position for only a part of the equipment. This switch turns off
power to the BDU and GUI, but still allows the BPS to be charged
if AC power is present. The AC indicator LED is lit when AC power
is available to the ventilator.

non-US version
or

US version

4 (Humidifier outlet, shown North-American style electrical receptacle for humidifier.

covered) Receptacle available in 100 – 120 V ventilators only. Ventilator
supports a humidifier rated for up to 2.3 A (270 VA) with a
maximum leakage current of 50 μA.

5 To patient port Ventilator outlet

6 From patient port Expiratory limb connector on exhalation filter

7 (Collector vial drain port) Collector vial drain port. Use to attach drainage bag.

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1

Figure 1-6. BDU I/O panel

Table 1-16: BDU I/O panel

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-6)

1 TEST TEST (service) button. Enables service mode. When you turn on
the ventilator and press this button after the first beep from the
BDU, the ventilator is placed into service mode (for example, to
run EST).

2 PTS 2000 Puritan Bennett™ PTS 2000 Performance Test System connection.

3 Data key connection

Caution
Do not remove the data key. The data key cover can only
be removed with a screwdriver. The data key enables
software options, and stores ventilator operational hours
or and the serial numbers for the BDU and GUI. The data key
is for use by a qualified service technician only.
Data Key

US version

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Table 1-16: BDU I/O panel (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-6)

4 Compressor data cable connection

or
Compressor
US version

5 GUI cable connection

or
Display (GUI)
US version

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1
5

Figure 1-7. BDU right-side panel

Table 1-17: BDU right-side panel

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-7)

1 Ventilator circuit breaker for compressor and humidifier

NOTE:
A humidifier connection is only available on 100 – 120 V
ventilators.

or
Compressor & humidifier
circuit breaker
US version

2 Circuit breaker for ventilator power supply

or
Ventilator circuit breaker
US version

3 Alternating current (at AC inlet and AC power indicator)

or
AC input

US version

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Table 1-17: BDU right-side panel (continued)

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-7)

4 Potential equalization point (ground). Provides a means of

connection between equipment (such as electrical safety
analyzer) and the potential equalization busbar of the electrical
connection. A common grounding point for the entire ventilator.

5 Maximum allowed output to auxiliary mains socket (compressor

electrical connection)

or
Compressor outlet:
5.6 A max
US version

Figure 1-8. BDU rear view

Table 1-18: BDU rear view

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-8)

1 (High-pressure air fitting) DISS male, DISS female, NIST, Air Liquide™*, or SIS fitting

2 (High-pressure oxygen DISS male, DISS female, NIST, Air Liquide™*, or SIS fitting
fitting)

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Figure 1-9. GUI rear view

Table 1-19: GUI rear view

Index
Labeling Function
(Figure 1-9)

1 (Warning label) Warns user of hazards associated with the operation of the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System and GUI

2 (Serial number label) Unique assigned number. Must be the same as the GUI serial
number stored on the data key.

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Figure 1-10. 802 BPS controls and indicators

1
Figure 1-11. 803 BPS controls and indicators

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Figure 1-12. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart
charging status and battery indicator labels

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2

Figure 1-13. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

charging status and battery indicator labels

Table 1-20: BPS controls and indicators

Labeling Function

Index
(Figure 1-10)

1 802 BPS charging status. When the ventilator is operating on

mains power, the top symbol (green LED next to gray battery
icon) indicates that the BPS is charged, and the bottom symbol
(yellow LED next to gray battery icon) indicates that the BPS is
charging.

or

US version

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Table 1-20: BPS controls and indicators (continued)

Labeling Function

Index
(Figure 1-11)

1 803 BPS charging status. Indicates the charging status of the 803
BPS. A yellow LED next to the partially full battery icon indicates
the battery is charging. A green LED next to the full battery icon
indicates that the battery is charged.

All countries

Index
(Figure 1-12)

1 Charging status on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart: Indicates the charging status of the BPS.
A yellow LED next to the partially full battery icon indicates the
battery is charging. A green LED next to the full battery icon
indicates the battery is charged.

All countries

2 Battery indicator label: Indicates a one-hour battery is installed in

the Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart

All countries

Battery indicator label: Indicates a four-hour battery is installed in

the Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart.

All countries

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Table 1-20: BPS controls and indicators (continued)

Labeling Function

Index
(Figure 1-13)

1 Charging status on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole

Cart: Indicates the charging status of the battery. A yellow LED
next to the partially full battery icon indicates the battery is
charging. A green LED next to the full battery icon indicates the
All countries battery is charged.

2 Battery indicator label: Indicates a one-hour battery is installed in

the Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

All countries

Battery indicator label: Indicates a four-hour battery is installed in

the Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

All countries

1.13 Onscreen symbols and abbreviations

Consult the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical
Reference Manual to interpret these.

1.14 Ventilator serial numbers and software version

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System serial numbers and software versions can be
displayed on the GUI upper subscreen. On the GUI upper screen, select the VENT CONFIG
button. The ventilator configuration subscreen displays the current software revisions for the
BDU, GUI, compressor, and audible alarm subsystem.

1.15 Service philosophy

Field service of the ventilator is limited to the service activities described in this manual. For
field service, technical support, or information on technical training, call 1.800.255.6774
(within the USA) or contact your Covidien representative (outside the USA).

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Theory of Operation

This chapter details the operational theory of the Puritan Bennett™

840 Ventilator System and contains the following information:
• description of major ventilator assemblies
• overview of ventilator operation
• description of the pneumatic system
• description of the electrical system, including printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• detailed description of the interactions among all ventilator components
during breath delivery and under certain other conditions
• other hardware operations
• emergency modes of operation

2.1 Major ventilator subassemblies

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System is an electronically controlled,
pneumatically powered ventilator consisting of a breath delivery unit (BDU),
graphic user interface (GUI), the 802 Backup Power Source (BPS), and patient
system. Optional components include the 806 Compressor Unit and a ventilator
cart (there are three optional carts). Figure 2-1 shows the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System with the optional compressor unit and ready-to-assemble
cart, the Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart, and
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart (without compressor).
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Figure 2-1. L-R Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator shown on RTA cart,
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart,
and Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

2.1.1 Breath delivery unit (BDU)

The BDU, shown in Figure 2-2, is the core of the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System. Its
pneumatic system, under control of the breath delivery (BD) central processing unit (CPU),
mixes oxygen and air and controls gas flow to the patient. Breath delivery proceeds according
to operator-selected parameters entered through the GUI. The patient’s exhaled gas is routed
through an opened exhalation valve. Oxygen is provided by an external supply, and air is
provided by either an external supply or the optional compressor unit.
In addition to the BD CPU and other electronics that control ventilation, the BDU also houses
the AC mains components and power supply.

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Figure 2-2. BDU

2.1.2 Graphic user interface (GUI)

The GUI (Figure 2-3) provides the operator interface to and from the ventilator. Ventilation
mode, parameters, and alarm settings are entered by the operator via the GUI. The GUI CPU
monitors BDU communications. In turn, the GUI displays patient and ventilator performance
information.

Figure 2-3. 10.4-inch GUI

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2.1.3 806 Compressor Unit

The optional 806 Compressor Unit (Figure 2-4) provides compressed room air (200 L/min peak
flow, 2.5 L BTPS breath volume) when AC power is available, provided external compressed
air is unavailable. The compressor charges an accumulator at start-up and maintains the
charge (stand-by operation) for immediate use when external compressed air is used. The
compressor unit receives electrical power from and communicates with the BDU.

Figure 2-4. Compressor unit

2.1.4 802 or 803 Backup Power Source (BPS)

The 802 BPS (Figure 2-5) or optional 803 BPS (Figure 2-6) supplies power to the BDU power
supply when facility AC power is lost or when a 30 volt drop in AC is detected. Either BPS
automatically charges while the ventilator is connected to AC power and will operate the
system up to 60 minutes (30 minutes on ventilators built prior to July 2007) with new, fully
charged batteries.The 803 BPS will operate the ventilator for up to four hours with new, fully
charged batteries. Neither BPS supplies the compressor unit or the humidifier with electrical
power. The ventilator automatically switches back to AC power when facility power returns
within the required limits.

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Figure 2-5. 802 BPS

Figure 2-6. 803 BPS

2.1.5 Cart
The optional carts are shown in Figure 2-7. The cart mounts system components and
accessories, including the compressor unit on the RTA and Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Carts. They also provide mobility for the ventilator. Brakes on
the front casters prevent the cart from rolling and turning.

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8-01119

Figure 2-7. RTA cart, Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart, and
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

2.1.6 Patient system

The patient system (adult, reusable version shown in Figure 2-8) includes reusable or single-
patient use tubing plus an inspiratory filter that prevents gas-borne particles from exiting the
ventilator. A humidifier or heat and moisture exchanger (HME), water traps, and other
accessories can be added.

Figure 2-8. Patient system

NeoMode, a software option, requires the use of the neonatal patient system. In addition to
the patient tubing and inspiratory filter, the neonatal patient system includes a disposable
expiratory filter, a collector vial, and a special mounting plate, as shown in Figure 2-9.

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Figure 2-9. NeoMode patient system

2.2 Operational overview

By using the touch screen, keys, and knob on the GUI, the operator gives instructions and
data to the ventilator (see Figure 2-10). The GUI CPU processes this information and stores it
in the ventilator’s memory. The BDU CPU uses this stored information to control and monitor
the flow of gas to and from the patient. Any new settings information is transferred and
verified using a four-way transaction between the BDU and GUI CPUs. Each CPU then
performs continuous background verification of settings integrity.
To allow the GUI to monitor BDU function, the BDU samples and records the following raw
signal data, then transmits it to the GUI: inspiratory pressure, expiratory pressure, exhalation
valve current, and the air and oxygen inspiratory valves. The BDU also sends the following
setting and breath information to the GUI: high circuit pressure limit, breath phase, breath
mode, autozero offsets, inspiratory time, apnea interval, target pressure for pressure
controlled breaths, breath phase start, and time stamp.

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Graphic user
interface (GUI)

Exhalation Inspiratory
module: module:
Active exhalation valve PSOLs
Pressure transducer Safety valve
Flow sensor Oxygen sensor
Pressure transducers
Flow sensors

Air Oxygen
regulator regulator

Air
supply
Expiratory
filter Oxygen
supply

(Expiratory (Inspiratory
Collector limb) limb) Inspiratory
vial filter

Patient
Humidification
circuit
device

Figure 2-10. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System block diagram

The GUI logs an event in the diagnostic log and declares a ventilator inoperative condition if:
• Any raw signal data from three BDU transmissions within 24 hours is corrupted.
• The GUI does not receive data from the BDU within the time required.
• The GUI determines that raw data is valid, but settings or alarm limits are not being
handled properly.
The ventilator uses flow or pressure triggering to recognize patient effort. When pressure
triggering (P-TRIG) is selected, the ventilator monitors pressure in the patient circuit. As the
patient draws gas from the circuit and the airway pressure drops by at least the value selected
for pressure sensitivity (VSENS), the ventilator triggers a breath.
When flow triggering (V-TRIG) is selected, the BDU maintains a constant flow of gas through
the patient circuit (called base flow) during the later part of exhalation. The ventilator
indirectly measures patient flow (assuming minimal leaks) by monitoring the difference
between the inspiratory and expiratory flow sensor measurements. If the patient is not
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inaccuracy or leaks in the patient system. To compensate for leaks in the patient system, the
operator can increase the flow sensitivity, which ideally equals desired flow sensitivity + leak
flow.
As the patient inspires from the base flow, the ventilator measures less exhaled flow while
delivered flow remains constant. As the patient continues to inspire, the difference between
the two flows, measured by the inspiratory and expiratory transducers, increases.
The ventilator declares an inspiration when the flow inspired by the patient (that is, the
difference between the measured flows) is equal to or greater than the operator-selected
value for flow sensitivity (VSENS).
As a backup method of triggering inspiration, a pressure sensitivity of 2 cmH2O is also in
effect. This setting is the most sensitive setting that is still large enough to avoid
autotriggering, yet will trigger with acceptable patient effort.
Air and oxygen from cylinders, wall supplies, or compressor (air only) enter the ventilator
through hoses and fittings (the fittings are available in several versions). Once inside the
ventilator, air and oxygen are regulated to pressures appropriate for the ventilator, then
mixed according to the operator-selected O2%.
The ventilator delivers the mixed air and oxygen through the inspiratory module, and out to
the patient. The oxygen concentration of the delivered gas is monitored here, using a
galvanic oxygen sensor. The galvanic sensor generates a voltage proportional to the oxygen
concentration. The ventilator alarms if the monitored oxygen concentration is more than
seven percent above or below the O2% setting, or below 18%. A safety valve relieves patient
pressure if necessary (for example, if the patient circuit is kinked or occluded). The operator
selects the humidification type, which the ventilator uses to correct for gas temperature and
humidity.
Ventilator inspiratory pneumatics consist of two parallel circuits: one for oxygen and one for
air. The primary elements of the inspiratory pneumatics are two proportional solenoid valves
(PSOLs), which control the flow of gas delivered to the patient. Air and oxygen flow sensors,
along with pressure signals from the inspiratory and exhalation modules, provide feedback
that is used by the BDU CPU to control the PSOLs. As a result, the ventilator supplies mixed
breathing gas to the patient according to operator-set variables. The mixed air and oxygen
passes through the patient circuit external to the ventilator.
The patient circuit includes the components external to the ventilator that route gas between
the ventilator and the patient. These components include the inspiratory filter (which
protects against contamination between the patient and ventilator), a humidification device,
the inspiratory and expiratory limbs of the patient circuit (the tubing through which the gas
travels), a collector vial (which protects the expiratory system from bulk moisture in the
exhaled gas), and an expiratory filter (which limits the bacteria in the patient’s exhaled gas
from escaping to room air or contaminating the ventilator).
The ventilator actively controls the exhalation valve, which is accurately positioned by
software throughout inspiration and exhalation, and allows the ventilator to deliver
aggressive breaths while minimizing pressure overshoots, controlling PEEP, and relieving
excess pressures. The exhalation system monitors the gas leaving the patient circuit for
spirometry.
Throughout the respiratory cycle, pressure transducers monitor inspiratory, expiratory, and
atmospheric pressures. The temperature of the exhaled gas is heated to a temperature above
its dew point to prevent condensation in the exhalation compartment.
Power to operate the ventilator comes from AC mains (wall) power or the BPS. The integral
power supply is designed to protect against excessive voltages, temperatures, or current
draws. A power cord retainer prevents accidental disconnection. A power switch cover
protects against spills and accidental AC power-off.

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The ventilator includes the BPS that supplies DC power to the ventilator if AC power is lost. A
fully charged BPS operating under nominal ambient conditions can power the ventilator for
at least 60 minutes (30 minutes on ventilators built prior to July 2007). The 803 BPS can power
the ventilator for at least four hours under the same conditions. The BPS recharges during
operation from AC power. The GUI and BPS indicate when the ventilator is operating on the
BPS. The BPS does not power the compressor unit or the humidifier power outlet.
In some situations, the ventilator declares a ventilator inoperative condition. A hardware
failure or critical software error that could compromise safe ventilation triggers this
condition. When this occurs, the ventilator inoperative indicator lights and the ventilator
enters the safety valve open (SVO) state. To correct a ventilator inoperative condition, the
ventilator must be turned off, then powered on again; at power on, a qualified service
technician must run extended self test (EST). The ventilator must pass EST before normal
ventilation can resume.
In the safety valve open (SVO) state, the safety valve allows the patient to breathe room air
unassisted. The ventilator remains in the SVO state until the condition that caused the SVO
state is corrected or, if the ventilator declared a ventilator inoperative condition, the power
on self test (POST) verifies that power levels to the ventilator are acceptable and that the
major electronics systems are functioning correctly.
If the ventilator enters the SVO state, the safety valve open indicator lights and a high-
urgency alarm sounds. The ventilator enters the SVO state if a hardware or software failure
occurs that could compromise safe ventilation, both air and oxygen supplies are lost, or an
occlusion is detected. In case of a malfunction that prevents software from opening the
safety valve, there is also an analog circuit that opens the safety valve if system pressure
exceeds 100 to 120 cmH2O.

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2.3 Pneumatic system

This section describes the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System pneumatics, as follows:
• Inspiratory module: Contains the following pneumatic subsystems:
– Gas supply conditioning subsystem
– Flow control subsystem
– Safety valve/inspiration monitoring subsystem
• Patient system
• Exhalation module
• Compressor unit (optional)
Figure 2-11 and Figure 2-12 are diagrams of the pneumatic system. Table 2-1 lists the
components within the pneumatic system.

Inspiratory module

Safety valve/inspiration Patient

monitoring subsystem system

Air flow Oxygen flow

control control

Exhalation
module

Air supply Oxygen supply

conditioning conditioning

Air Oxygen
Exhaled
supply supply
gas

Electronic
modules
Compressor (hardware Backup
module and software) power
source

Figure 2-11. Pneumatic system block diagram

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Figure 2-12. Pneumatic system diagram

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Table 2-1: Pneumatic component descriptions

Reference
Component Description
designator

Inspiratory module

Fitting, inlet Connects external oxygen and air sources to ventilator via hoses.
Fittings include diameter index system standard (DISS) (male or
--
female), noninterchangeable screw thread (NIST), Air Liquide™*,
and Sleeved Index System (SIS).

Manifold, flow sensor Holds bases of flow sensors Q1 and Q2, and houses pressure valves
TP1 and TP2 and pneumatic noise filters F6 and F7.

Manifold, PSOL/SV Houses proportional solenoid valves (PSOL1 AND PSOL2) and
--
safety valve (SV).

Orifice, inspiratory pressure Bypasses inspiratory check valve to relieve pressure when an
-- relief occlusion is present in exhalation circuit while safety valve is open.
Minimizes rebreathing of exhaled gas during SVO.

Check valve, air/compressor CV2 opens to admit external compressed air and CV4 closes to
isolate compressor unit. When CV4 opens to allow compressor-
CV2
supplied compressed air, CV2 closes to prevent compressed air
CV4
(compressor source) from venting out the air (external source)
inlet fitting.

Check valve, inspiratory Opens to supply inspiratory gas and restricts exhalation flow in
CV3
reverse direction.

F1 Filter, oxygen impact Traps particles larger than 65 to 110 μm (microns).

F3 Filter, inlet, oxygen/air Filters matter greater than 0.3 μm (micron).

F2

F5 Filter, screen, oxygen/air Filters large debris from REG1 and REG2. These filters are part of
F4 impact the regulator assemblies (one in each regulator).

Filter, pneumatic noise, Conditions gas flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by
F7
oxygen/air elbows and restrictions. These filters are part of the flow sensor
F6
manifold (two in each manifold).

Sensor, oxygen (percentage) Measures partial pressure of oxygen in inspired gas. Range is 21 to
OS
100% O2.

Pressure transducer, absolute Measures atmospheric pressure (psia). Located on inspiratory

PA
electronics PCB.

Pressure transducer, Measures pressure (psig) at outlet manifold. Located on inspiratory

PI
inspiratory electronics PCB.

PS1 Pressure switch, oxygen/air Opens when pressure is less than 20.0 psig nominal.
PS2 Closes when pressure is greater than 31.5 psig nominal.

PSOL1 Proportional solenoid valve, 0 to 200 L/min BTPS output (intermittent) or 0 to 180 L/min BTPS
PSOL2 oxygen/air output (steady state).

Q1 Sensor, flow, oxygen/air Measures oxygen or air flow before PSOL.

Q2

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Table 2-1: Pneumatic component descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
designator

REG1 Regulator, oxygen/air Reduces input supply pressure (35 to 100 psig, flow up to 200 L/min
REG2 BTPS) to output pressure (9 psig minimum to 12 psig maximum).

Solenoid, autozero, +6 V, three-way solenoid. Energized (common to normally closed)

SOL1 inspiratory pressure when transducer is autozeroed. De-energized (common to
transducer normally open) all other times.

Safety valve +12 V actuator. Commanded open (de-energized) at 100 cmH2O,

during power on self test (POST), loss of both source gases, or due
SV
to ventilator inoperative condition. Energized (closed) all other
times.

TP1 Pressure valve, oxygen/air Allows measurement of REG1 and REG2 output.
TP2

WT1 Water trap, air Houses air inlet filter (F2) and includes a manual drain.

Patient system

Humidification device Humidifies inspired gas.

--
(optional)

Wye Connects inspiration and expiration tubing forming a closed

--
circuit.

Collector vial, exhalation Collects water (up to 250 mL with the full line at 200 mL) resulting
ECV from condensation in patient circuit. Neonatal collector vial
collects up to 25 mL water (with the full line at 15 mL).

Filter, inspiratory (main flow) Filters matter greater than 0.3 μm (micron) (nominal) at 100 L/min
F8
flow.

Filter, expiratory Filters matter greater than 0.3 μm (micron) (nominal) at 100 L/min
F9
flow.

WT Trap, water Collects excessive water. Present only on certain patient circuits.

Mounting plate (neonatal Allows neonatal expiratory filter to be installed in place of adult
--
only) filter.

Exhalation module

Check valve, exhalation Opens during exhalation to let exhaled gas into exhalation system.
CV5
Prevents rebreathing when safety valve is open.

Exhalation valve Electronically controlled, electrically operated valve that opens

during exhalation (as required to maintain positive end expiratory
EV
pressure (PEEP)/continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). Closed
during inspiration.

Heater, exhalation 16 W heater that maintains gas temperature above condensation

EXH HTR
level.

Pressure transducer, Measures pressure (psig) at a port on exhalation transducer PCB.

PE
expiratory

Q3 Sensor, exhalation flow Measures exhalation flow.

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Table 2-1: Pneumatic component descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
designator

Solenoid, autozero, expiratory +6 V, three-way solenoid valve. Energized (common to normally

SOL2 pressure transducer closed) when transducer is autozeroed. De-energized (common to
normally open) all other times.

806 Compressor Unit (optional)

Accumulator Four 1-L cylinders store compressed air generated by the

Accumulator
compressor.

Air dryer Removes water vapor from the compressed air to lower the dew
Dryer
point below ambient temperature.

F10 Filter 0.3 micron filter that filters gas going to the ventilator.

F11 Filter Filters air to the pressure transducer on the PCBA.

F12 Filter, intake silencer Filters and silences the compressor intake.

F13 Silencer Reduces noise from the air dryer.

Housing base Collects water emptied from the water trap where it evaporates
HB
using heat from the compressor motor and air flow from the fans.

HE Heat exchanger Cools the compressed air allowing water vapor to condense.

Motor/compressor assembly Supplies compressed air to the ventilator. Includes starting

M/C
capacitor, shock mounts, inlet filter, and relief valve.

Compressor pressure Differential pressure transducer that measures accumulator

PC
transducer pressure.

Restrictor Reduces pressure pulsations to the pressure transducer on the

R1
PCBA.

Relief valve Prevents over-pressurization of the compressor system. Opens

RV
when pressure reaches 36 psig.

Unloading solenoid Opens to atmosphere upon compressor start-up to reduce start-up

load on the compressor. During continuous use, vents excess
SOL 3
accumulator pressure to the air dryer to assist in drying
compressed air.

Water trap Collects condensate as the compressed air cools in the heat
WT2 exchanger. Automatically drains collected water to the housing
base where it evaporates.

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2.3.1 Inspiratory module

The inspiratory module, which is part of the BDU, is shown in Figure 2-13 and Figure 2-14. It
includes the gas supply conditioning, flow control, and safety valve/inspiration monitoring
subsystems. Figure 2-15 is a diagram of the inspiratory module gas flow.

Figure 2-13. Inspiratory module

Figure 2-14. Inspiratory module in ventilator

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Figure 2-15. Inspiratory module gas flow diagram

2.3.1.1 Gas supply conditioning subsystem

The gas supply conditioning subsystem (Figure 2-16) receives air and oxygen from external
supplies and regulates the gases to usable pressures. This subsystem has two parallel, but not
identical, pneumatic circuits for oxygen and air. The gas supply conditioning subsystem
supplies the patient with the alternate gas when one gas source is lost. It does this by sending
signals to the electronics when a gas source falls below a minimum pressure. Figure 2-17
illustrates the gas flow through gas supply conditioning subsytem.

Air regulator Oxygen regulator (REG1)

(REG2) with with impact filter (F5)
impact
filter (F4)
Air pressure
switch (PS2)
Oxygen pressure
switch (PS1)

Oxygen
inlet filter
(F3)

Check valve
assembly
(CV2/CV4) Water trap (WT1)
Air inlet
filter (F2)

Figure 2-16. Gas supply conditioning subsystem

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Figure 2-17. Gas supply conditioning subsystem gas flow diagram

2.3.1.1.1 Gas supply conditioning subsystem components

The oxygen side of the gas supply conditioning subsystem includes the following
components:
• The oxygen hose and inlet fitting connect an external oxygen source to the ventilator.
Inlet fittings are available in DISS male, DISS female, NIST male, Air Liquide™*, and SIS
male.
• The oxygen impact filter (F1) filters matter larger than 65 to 110 μm (microns).
• The oxygen inlet filter (F3) protects the pneumatic systems from debris by trapping
particles down to 0.3 μm (micron). The bowl and o-ring must be properly installed to
prevent oxygen leakage into the inspiratory module.
• The oxygen pressure switch (PS1) senses a loss of supply pressure. This 12V, normally open
switch closes when gas pressure reaches 31.5 psig nominal and opens when gas pressure
reaches 20.0 psig nominal.
• The oxygen regulator (REG1) is a spring-loaded, venting line regulator that maintains 9 to
12 psig output throughout a 35 to 100 psig supply range, from less than 1 L/min to
200 L/min. Its nominal output is 10.5 psig at 2 L/min. REG1 vents outside the BDU. The
REG1 FRU includes the oxygen impact screen filter (F5), which removes debris entering
REG1.
• The oxygen pressure valve (TP1) checks the oxygen regulator setting (REG1).
• The oxygen pneumatic noise filter (F7), housed in the flow sensor manifold, conditions
gas flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by elbows and restrictions.

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The air side of the gas supply conditioning subsystem includes the following components:
• The air hose and inlet fitting connect an external high-pressure air source to the
ventilator. Inlet fittings are available in DISS male, DISS female, NIST male, Air Liquide™*,
and SIS male fittings.
• The air inlet filter (F2) protects the pneumatic systems from debris by trapping particles
down to 0.3 μm (micron).
• The coalescing air water trap (WT1) removes condensation from the high-pressure air.
This condensation can be caused by pressure drops between the wall outlet and water
trap. WT1 also houses F2. It has a screw-type drain valve.
• The air pressure switch (PS2) senses a loss of supply pressure. This 12 V, normally open
switch closes when gas pressure reaches 31.5 psig nominal and opens when gas pressure
reaches 20.0 psig nominal.
• The air and compressor check valves (CV2 and CV4), housed in the check valve manifold,
are high-pressure unidirectional valves that prevent ventilator backflow into the air
system. CV2 opens and CV4 closes when wall air pressure exceeds compressor air pressure
(or no compressor is installed). CV4 opens and CV2 closes when compressor air exceeds
wall air pressure (or wall air is not connected). When wall air pressure is equal to
compressor air pressure, both check valves are open.
• The air regulator (REG2) is a spring-loaded, venting line regulator that maintains 9 to
12 psig output throughout a 35 to 100 psig supply range, from less than 1 L/min to
200 L/min. Its nominal output is 10.5 psig at 2 L/min. REG2 vents inside the BDU.
The air impact screen filter (F4), housed in REG2, removes debris entering REG2.
• The air pressure valve (TP2) checks the oxygen regulator setting (REG2).
• The air pneumatic noise filter (F6), housed in the flow sensor manifold, conditions gas
flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by elbows and restrictions.

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Oxygen
inlet filter
(F3)

Oxygen
impact
filter
(F1)

Oxygen Filters (F1 and F3)

Air inlet filter (F2)

Oxygen/air pressure switches (PS1/PS2)

Figure 2-18. Gas supply conditioning subsystem components

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Air regulator
(REG2)

Oxygen regulator
(REG1)

Oxygen and air regulators (REG1 and REG2)

CV4 Seat
CV2 Seat Compressor
check valve
(CV4)

Oxygen seat

Air and compressor check valves (CV2 and CV4)

Gas supply conditioning subsytem components (continued)

2.3.1.1.2 Gas supply conditioning subsystem operation

High-pressure oxygen and air enter the ventilator. On the air side, the air inlet filter (F2)
protects the pneumatic system from debris and WT1 protects the pneumatic system from
water condensation. The air transfer tube directs the air to the check valve manifold, which
contains the air check valve (CV2) and the compressor check valve (CV4). These check valves
direct air from the highest pressure to the next part of the system.

NOTE:
Use an external (optional) water trap if there is condensation in the piping system.

On the oxygen side, two filters protect the pneumatic system from debris. The first filter, the
oxygen impact filter (F1), traps particles down to 65 μm (microns) and the subsequent filter,
the oxygen inlet filter (F3), traps particles down to 0.3 μm (micron). The oxygen transfer tube
directs oxygen to the check valve manifold. There is no check valve for oxygen.

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Normally-open pressure switches, PS1 and PS2, located between their respective O2 and air
inlet filters and the check valve manifold, monitor oxygen and air supply pressures. When gas
pressure reaches 31.5 psig nominal, the respective pressure switch closes, signaling the
inspiratory electronics PCB that the supply is adequate. When the oxygen or air pressure
drops to 20.0 psig nominal, the corresponding pressure switch opens, causing a NO AIR
SUPPLY or NO O2 SUPPLY alarm. (See Chapter 7 for alarm handling.) The patient is ventilated
with the remaining gas source. If both gas sources are lost, the ventilator alarms and opens
the safety valve, and the patient breathes air from the room, unassisted by the ventilator.
On both the oxygen and air sides, filtered gas passes through screen filters F5 and F4, which
are part of regulators REG1 and REG2. The regulators maintain a stable nominal output of
10.5 psig. Pneumatic noise filters F7 and F6, part of the flow sensor manifold, condition gas
flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by elbows and restrictions.
Pressure valves TP1 and TP2 let you check the regulator settings. This is done as part of the
performance verification (see Chapter 5).

2.3.1.2 Flow control subsystem

The flow control subsystem, shown in Figure 2-20 and Figure 2-19, controls the mixture and
flow of oxygen and air to the patient. It is mounted on the gas supply conditioning
subsystem.

PSOL1

PSOL2

Q1
Q2

Figure 2-19. Flow control subsystem

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Figure 2-20. Flow control subsystem gas flow diagram

2.3.1.2.1 Flow control subsystem components

The flow control subsystem includes two parallel pneumatic circuits for oxygen and air; the
components on either side are interchangeable. The following components, shown in
Figure 2-22, comprise this subsystem:
• The oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) measure gas flow in the oxygen and air
circuits. The same flow sensor works on either the oxygen or air side. The flow sensors use
unique harnesses which determine the identity of each flow sensor. The flow sensors have
an onboard EPROM preprogrammed with the sensor’s serial number. Any time you install
a new sensor or swap existing sensors, you must run the flow sensor calibration function
(part of the service mode). At power-on, the BDU verifies the serial number, sensor
position (air or oxygen), and calibration data from both flow sensors.

Figure 2-21. Hot film

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• Q1 and Q2 use a hot film (Figure 2-21) within each sensor to measure gas velocity (flow).
The hot film constitutes one leg of a bridge circuit. The bridge is supplied by a constant
current. With no flow, all legs of the bridge circuit have equal resistance. As flow increases
(velocity increases), hot film temperature (and resistance) decreases. Current through the
hot film leg increases, and the bridge circuit becomes unbalanced. Output voltage VOUT
increases proportionally to gas flow.
• The oxygen and air proportional solenoid valves (PSOL1 and PSOL2) are software-driven
and individually controlled to deliver the prescribed air/oxygen mixture to the patient.
Each proportional solenoid valve includes a linear motor that controls a poppet valve. The
poppet valves open in proportion to the applied current.

Oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) with ferrites installed

Oxygen and air proportional solenoid valves (PSOL1 and PSOL2)

Figure 2-22. Flow control subsystem components

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2.3.1.2.2 Flow control subsystem operation

The flow control subsystem controls the following ventilation parameters:
• Peak flow (up to 200 L/min for spontaneous breaths)
• Square and descending waveforms
• Tidal volume (25 to 2500 mL)
• Oxygen percentage (21 to 100%)
• Breath rate (1 to 100/min)
The PSOL control loop operates in two modes: PSOLs closed and PSOLs opened.
While the ventilator is in the PSOLs closed mode, the following are true:
• The flow requirement is determined by BDU software (lookup table or calculate).
Required current is then calculated and is added to lift-off current.
• Current is sent to the PSOL. A reasonableness check is performed on this current.
• Flow is checked at flow sensors Q1 and Q2.
• Target flow and flow at the sensor are compared (error determined). The current needed
to reposition the PSOL is calculated and sent to the applicable PSOL.
• The PSOL current is checked for reasonableness.
While the ventilator is in the PSOLs opened mode, the following are true:
• Flow is checked at flow sensors Q1 and Q2.
• Target flow and flow at the sensor is compared (error determined). Current needed to
reposition the PSOL is calculated and sent to the applicable PSOL.
• The PSOL current is checked for reasonableness.
Target gas flow is derived differently for each breath type (volume-limited mandatory,
pressure-limited mandatory, spontaneous, and spontaneous with pressure support). The flow
control algorithm compensates for aging components. It also prevents overshoot.

2.3.1.3 Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem

The safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem, shown in Figure 2-23 and
Figure 2-24, is mounted on the gas supply conditioning subsystem. This subsystem includes:
• A safety valve section that, under certain circumstances, vents excessive ventilator
pressure and lets the patient breathe room air.
• An inspiration monitoring section that monitors the pressure and oxygen concentration
of the inspiratory gas.

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Inspiratory check
Absolute pressure valve (CV3) housing
transducer (PA)

Inspiratory
pressure
transducer
(PI)

Oxygen Safety
sensor valve (SV)
(OS)

Inspiratory
pressure
transducer
autozero
solenoid
(SOL1)

Figure 2-23. Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem

Figure 2-24. Inspiration monitoring subsystem gas flow diagram

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2.3.1.3.1 Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem components

The safety valve section includes the following components, shown in Figure 2-24:
• The safety valve (SV) consists of a +12 V solenoid actuator that is normally energized
(closed) while the ventilator operates. The closed valve prevents gas from escaping to the
room and thus allows the ventilator to deliver gas through the outlet manifold to the
patient.
SV has two important safety functions. First, if outlet pressure exceeds the maximum
operating pressure or if pressure measured at the expiratory pressure transducer (PE)
reaches 100 cmH2O, the valve passively relieves the excess pressure. The actual SV relief
pressure may vary depending on the patient flow rate. Second, if the control system
detects a catastrophic failure, the valve is opened and the patient can freely breathe room
air.
Under some circumstances, including when a ventilator inoperative condition is declared,
SV is de-energized, opening the patient circuit to atmosphere and venting pressure.
Typically, if patient pressure exceeds 100 cmH2O (measured at PE), the BD CPU commands
SV to de-energize. If pressure at SV exceeds 115 cmH2O nominal, SV is mechanically forced
open.
• The outlet manifold houses the oxygen sensor (OS), the inspiratory check valve (CV3), and
the pressure relief orifice. (See Figure 2-25.)
• The inspiratory check valve (CV3) opens to supply inspiratory gas. It also restricts
exhalation flow in the reverse direction when SV is open.
The inspiration monitoring section includes the following components:
• The oxygen sensor (OS) monitors the oxygen concentration of delivered gas. This galvanic
sensor generates a voltage proportional to the oxygen concentration. The ventilator
alarms if the monitored oxygen concentration is not within ±7% of the oxygen
percentage setting.
• Two solid-state differential pressure transducers monitor the pressure of the inspiratory
and exhaled gases. The inspiratory pressure transducer (PI), located on the inspiratory
electronics PCB at the inspiratory limb, monitors the pressure of the inspiratory gas. The
expiratory pressure transducer (PE), located in the exhalation compartment, monitors the
pressure of the exhaled gas.
• The inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1) is a +6 V, three-way
solenoid. It is energized periodically to set a zero reference or offset voltage for the
inspiratory pressure transducer (PI). During the autozero procedure, SOL1 connects PI to
atmosphere.
• The absolute pressure transducer (PA), located on the inspiratory electronics PCB,
measures atmospheric pressure (psia). One port is opened to the atmosphere and one port
is connected to a sealed vacuum chamber.

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Safety valve (SV)

Leaf Seat
Check valve
housing

Oxygen
sensor
Oxygen
sensor
port

8-0112

Inspiratory outlet manifold

Figure 2-25. Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem components

Oxygen sensor (OS)

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PA

PI

Absolute and inspiratory pressure transducers (PA and PI) on inspiratory electronics PCB

Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1)

Figure 2-25. Safety valve and inspiration monitoring
subsystem components (continued)

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2.3.1.3.2 Safety valve section operation

During normal operation, the safety valve is energized closed so that gas is delivered to the
patient.
Should the operating pressure of the patient system exceed 100 cmH2O (measured at PE),
components in the safety valve subsystem work together to relieve excess pressure.
If pressure at the safety valve reaches nominal 115 cmH2O, the valve is forced open.

Figure 2-26. Safety valve open gas flow diagram

In case of a catastrophic failure, such as a power failure, SV is de-energized. This action

permits the patient to breathe room air. CV3, which is built into the outlet manifold, prevents
rebreathing from room air by ensuring that exhalation occurs only through the exhalation
valve.

2.3.1.3.3 Inspiration monitoring section operation

Pressure transducers PI, PE, and PA monitor inspiratory, expiratory, and atmospheric pressures
throughout the respiratory cycle.
A patient-triggered inspiration is initiated when the patient pressure measured by the
expiratory pressure transducer drops below the baseline (PEEP) by an amount equal to or
greater than the pressure sensitivity setting.
Although exhalation can be triggered by time, pressure, or flow, expiratory pressure is
monitored throughout the inspiratory phase. Exhalation is initiated when the system
determines the expiratory pressure equals or exceeds PEEP plus the effective working
pressure for spontaneous, pressure-supported breaths.
Ongoing diagnostics monitor ventilator pressures and check for severe occlusions and circuit
disconnects by comparing pressure at PE and PI.

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2.3.1.4 Inspiratory module operation

The following sections describe the interaction between the pneumatic subsystems
comprising the inspiratory module.

2.3.1.4.1 Air flow summary

The air flow throughout the inspiratory module and the related components are show in
Figure 2-27 below.

Figure 2-27. Air flow diagram

1. Inlet fitting
2. Air inlet filter (F2)
3. Air water trap (WT1)
4. Air pressure switch (PS2)
5. Transfer tube
6. Check valve manifold
7. Air check valve (CV2)
8. Compressor check valve (CV4)
9. Air impact screen filter (F4)
10. Air regulator (REG2)
11. Flow sensor manifold
12. Air pressure valve (TP2)
13. Air pneumatic noise filter (F6)

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14. Air flow sensor (Q2)

15. PSOL/SV manifold
16. Air proportional solenoid valve (PSOL2)
17. Safety valve (SV)
18. Outlet manifold
19. Inspiratory check valve (CV3)
20. Pressure relief orifice
21. Oxygen sensor (OS)
22. Inspiratory outlet
23. Inspiratory pressure transducer (PI)
24. Absolute pressure transducer (PA)
25. Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1)
26. Inspiratory electronics PCB

Gas in. Wall air enters the ventilator at the air inlet fitting. The ventilator requires wall air
pressure maintained between 35 and 100 psig with intermittent flow up to 200 L/min. If wall
air falls below compressor pressure, an optional compressor unit supplies air to the ventilator
at the check valve manifold.
Filtration. The air inlet filter (F2) traps particles down to 0.3 μm (micron), protecting the
pneumatic system from debris. Coalescing-type water trap WT1 collects condensation.
Pressure monitoring. Wall air is monitored by PS2 (normally open). As air pressure increases
above 31.5 psig nominal, PS2 closes, indicating sufficient wall air pressure to operate the
ventilator.
Wall or compressor air. Externally supplied air continues through a transfer tube to the check
valve manifold, which contains the air check valve (CV2) and the compressor check valve
(CV4). Depending on wall air pressure, either wall air or compressor output is supplied. If wall
air pressure falls below 26 psig, compressor air is supplied to REG2.
Regulation. From the check valve manifold, air enters REG2 via the air impact screen filter
(F4). F4 traps particles. REG2 reduces air pressure from 35 – 100 psig to 9 – 12 psig (10.5 psig
nominal). It vents 2 L/min inside the BDU.
Turbulence smoothing. Low-pressure air enters the flow sensor manifold, which houses the
air pressure valve (TP2) and the air pneumatic noise filter (F6). TP2 is used to check REG2
settings. F6 conditions gas flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by elbows and
restrictions.
Air and oxygen mixing. Air continues on to the air flow sensor (Q2), where air flow is
measured. Software calculates air flow at Q2 and target flow. Software-controlled current is
applied to PSOL2, opening it to allow a predetermined air flow through PSOL2. The PSOL/SV
manifold houses proportional solenoid valves PSOL1 and PSOL2, and the safety valve (SV).
Mixed gas is delivered to the patient circuit through the inspiratory outlet.
Safety valve. Should the operating pressure of the patient circuit exceed 100 cmH2O
(measured at PE), the safety valve opens. The outlet manifold houses the oxygen sensor (OS),
the inspiratory check valve (CV3), and the pressure relief orifice. CV3 prevents rebreathing
from the room by ensuring that exhalation occurs only through the exhalation valve.
Inspiration monitoring. The oxygen concentration of the delivered gas is measured by the
oxygen sensor (OS). The ventilator alarms if the monitored oxygen concentration is not
within ±7% of the oxygen percentage setting. Pressure measurements are made by two
differential pressure transducers.

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The inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1) is energized periodically to set
a zero reference or offset voltage for the inspiration pressure transducer.

2.3.1.4.2 Oxygen flow summary

The following paragraphs describe oxygen flow throughout the inspiratory module
(Figure 2-28).

Figure 2-28. Oxygen flow diagram

1. Oxygen inlet fitting

2. Oxygen impact filter (F1)
3. Oxygen inlet filter (F3)
4. Oxygen pressure switch (PS1)
5. Transfer tube
6. Check valve manifold
7. Oxygen impact screen filter (F5)
8. Oxygen regulator (REG1)
9. Regulator vent
10. Flow sensor manifold
11. Oxygen pressure valve (TP1)
12. Oxygen pneumatic noise filter (F7)
13. Oxygen flow sensor (Q1)
14. PSOL/SV manifold
15. Oxygen proportional solenoid (PSOL1)

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16. Inspiratory check valve (CV3)

17. Pressure release orifice
18. Outlet manifold
19. Oxygen sensor (OS)
20. Inspiratory outlet
Gas in. Oxygen enters the ventilator at the oxygen inlet fitting. The ventilator requires
oxygen pressure maintained between 35 and 100 psig with intermittent flow up to 200 L/min.
Filtration. The oxygen impact filter (F1) traps particles down to 65 μm (microns). The oxygen
inlet filter (F3) traps particles down to 0.3 μm. These filters act together, protecting the
pneumatic system from debris. Oxygen continues through a transfer tube, the check valve
manifold, and on to REG1. PSOL1 provides primary, and REG1, secondary, cross-
contamination protection. Thus, no oxygen check valve is required in the check valve
manifold.
Pressure monitoring. Oxygen is monitored by PS1 (normally open). As oxygen pressure
increases above 31.5 psig nominal, PS1 closes, indicating sufficient oxygen pressure to
operate the ventilator.
Regulation. Oxygen enters REG1 through the oxygen impact screen filter (F5). This filter traps
large particles to prevent acceleration and to reduce particle temperature. REG1 reduces
oxygen pressure from 35 – 100 psig to 9 – 12 psig (10.5 psig nominal). It vents at a maximum
of 2 L/min (outside the BDU to prevent oxygen buildup).

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Turbulence smoothing. Low-pressure oxygen enters the flow sensor manifold, which houses
the oxygen pressure valve (TP1) and the oxygen pneumatic noise filter (F7). TP1 checks REG1
settings. F7 conditions gas flow by eliminating swirling of gas induced by elbows and
restrictions.
Oxygen and air mixing. Oxygen continues on to the oxygen flow sensor (Q1), where oxygen
flow is measured. Software calculates oxygen flow at Q1 and target flow. Software-
controlled current is applied to PSOL1, opening it and allowing a predetermined oxygen flow
through PSOL1. The PSOL/SV manifold houses proportional solenoid valves PSOL1 and PSOL2
and safety valve SV. Mixed gas is delivered to the patient circuit through the inspiratory
outlet.
Safety valve. If the operating pressure of the patient circuit exceeds 100 cmH2O (measured at
PE), SV opens. The outlet manifold houses the galvanic oxygen sensor (OS), the inspiratory
check valve (CV3), and the pressure relief orifice. CV3 prevents rebreathing from the room by
directing exhaled gas to the exhalation valve.
Inspiration monitoring. The oxygen concentration of the delivered gas is measured by OS.
The ventilator alarms if the monitored oxygen concentration is not within 7 percentage
points of the O2 percentage setting. Pressure measurements are made by two solid-state
differential pressure transducers.
SOL1 is energized periodically to set a zero reference or offset voltage for the inspiration
pressure transducer.

2.3.2 Patient System

The patient system, shown in Figure 2-29 and Figure 2-30, includes external components that
deliver gas from the ventilator to the patient, control certain aspects (heat, humidity) of
patient ventilation, and isolate the ventilator from the patient using bacteria filters. The
patient circuit can heat and humidify delivered gas when a humidification device is installed.
A variety of optional accessories can be used in the patient circuit. Figure 2-29 shows a typical
patient system configuration.

Inspiratory
filter
(F8)
Humidification
device

Water trap
(2 PL)

Wye

Figure 2-29. Patient system (minus exhalation collector vial and expiratory filter)

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Figure 2-30. Patient system flow diagram

2.3.2.1 Patient system components

The patient system includes the following components:
• The inspiratory (main flow) filter (F8) (the Puritan Bennett™ D/Flex or Re/Flex Filter) helps
protect the patient from contamination by supplied gas. It also helps protect the
ventilator from contamination by the patient circuit. F8 captures particles of 27
nanometers nominal at a flow of 30 L/min with 99.99% efficiency. It has 22-mm ISO
conical connections.
• Water traps (WT) in the inspiratory and exhalation sides of the patient circuit collect
excessive water that may condense on the inside walls of the tubing. (Not present on all
patient circuit models.)
• An optional humidification device warms and humidifies gas delivered to the patient.
• A wye connects inspiration and exhalation tubing, forming a closed circuit.
• The exhalation collection vial (ECV) collects up to 250 mL of fluid from the exhaled gas.
• The expiratory filter (F9) (Puritan Bennett™ D/X800 single-patient use filter or Re/X800
reusable filter) helps prevent bacteria in exhaled gas from being vented to room air and
reduces cross-contamination of the ventilator. The filter captures particles of 27
nanometers nominal at a flow of 30 L/min with 99.99% efficiency. It has 22-mm ISO
conical connections.
The NeoMode DAR™ (PN 351919005) disposable expiratory filter and the
Puritan Bennett™ Neo Re/x800 reusable expiratory filter are designed specifically for
use with the NeoMode option.
• The mounting plate, used only with neonatal patient systems, allows the ventilator to
accommodate the neonatal expiratory filter.

Caution
To protect the exhalation assembly, always use a Puritan Bennett™ expiratory filter or
a recommended DAR™ expiratory filter.

2.3.2.2 Patient system operation

A predetermined oxygen/air gas mixture flows from the ventilator, through F8, and the
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inspiration gas is delivered to the patient through the wye. Exhaled gas flows through the
wye, to the ECV, and through F9.

2.3.3 Exhalation module

The exhalation module, shown in Figure 2-32 and Figure 2-31, conditions exhaled patient gas
by heating gas/water vapor mixture to prevent condensation within the exhalation module.
The exhalation valve opens and closes for exhalation and inspiration. During exhalation, the
exhalation valve controls the PEEP/CPAP (baseline) pressure. A flow sensor monitors flow and
a pressure transducer monitors pressure.

Figure 2-31. Exhalation module (removed from BDU)

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Figure 2-32. Exhalation module flow diagram

2.3.3.1 Exhalation module components

The exhalation module includes the following components, shown in Figure 2-33:
• The exhalation check valve (CV5) is a one-way device that prevents room air from
entering the exhalation system. The pressure of the exhaled gas opens the valve, resulting
in exhaled gas flowing into the exhalation system. When the patient stops exhaling, the
valve closes.
• The 16 W exhalation heater (EXH HTR) heats the gas as it reaches the exhalation system.
The heater maintains gas temperature above condensation levels to prevent
condensation in the exhalation module.
• The exhalation flow sensor (Q3) provides flow information on exhaled gas. Flow sensor
measurements are used to determine net gas flow to the patient and spirometry.

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• The exhalation valve (EV) closes during inspiration to

prevent delivered gas from venting to the
atmosphere. It opens during exhalation to maintain
the operator-selected PEEP/CPAP. This active
exhalation valve is actively controlled at all times
electronically. The exhalation valve is actively
coordinated with the PSOLs to allow very fast rise time
and to minimize pressure spikes that would otherwise
occur.
Using an active exhalation valve also minimizes
pressure rises during inspiration when a patient
coughs; the valve is opened and excess pressure
vented.
• The expiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid
(SOL2) is a +12 V, three-way solenoid that is opened
periodically to set a zero reference or offset voltage
for the expiratory pressure transducer (PE). Both the
inspiration and expiratory pressure transducers are
zeroed together. During the autozero procedure, both
solenoids are energized so that ambient pressure is
supplied to both ports of both transducers. An average
offset pressure voltage for each pressure transducer is
calculated and tested, and stored in data memory.
• The expiratory pressure transducer (PE) (on the exhalation transducer PCB) measures the
exhalation system pressure. The ventilator uses exhalation pressure readings in breath
delivery calculations. The transducer is autozeroed via SOL2.

2.3.3.2 Exhalation module operation

During exhalation, patient gas enters the exhalation system from the patient circuit. The
ventilator actively controls the exhalation valve (EV), opening and closing it in precise
increments throughout inspiration and exhalation. Such precise control of the valve allows
the ventilator to deliver aggressive breaths while minimizing pressure overshoots, controlling
PEEP, and relieving excess pressures. The exhalation module also performs spirometry of the
exhaled gas and monitors flow sensitivity.
The exhalation heater (EXH HTR) heats the exhaled gas to minimize moisture in the
exhalation module, while thermistors provide the ventilator with temperature feedback. The
expiratory pressure transducer (PE), on the exhalation transducer PCB, and the exhalation
flow sensor (Q3) provide readings used in breath delivery calculations.

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Exhalation flow sensor (Q3)

Figure 2-33. Exhalation module components

NOTE:
Exhalation module parts are shown here for reference only. For assembly illustration,
refer to Figure 9-19 on page 9-53.

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Expiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL2)

Exhalation check valve (CV5)

Exhalation heater (EXH HTR)

Exhalation module components (continued)

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2.3.4 806 Compressor Unit

The optional, cart-mounted 806 compressor unit, shown in Figure 2-35, is the latest style
compressor system available for use with the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System. When
AC power is present, the compressor system supplies air to the ventilator in the event that a
hospital air source is unavailable or the source pressure drops below 26 psig.

Figure 2-34. 806 compressor on Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart

Figure 2-35. 806 Compressor Pneumatic Diagram

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2.3.4.1 806 Compressor unit components

The 806 compressor includes the following components, shown in Figures 2-36 – 2-41:
• The intake filter/silencer (F12) filters the compressor intake air and reduces compressor
sound.
• The motor/compressor (M/C) is a dual-piston compressor that pressurizes room air to
supply the ventilator.
• An emergency relief valve (RV) protects the compressor system against overpressurization
by opening at 36 psig.
• Cooling fans blow air across a heat exchanger (HE) which removes heat from the
compressed air. The air flow from the fans also helps to cool the motor/compressor.
• A water trap (WT2) collects the condensation formed as the compressed air travels
through the heat exchanger. The water trap automatically dispenses its contents into the
housing base (HB) where it evaporates.
• A membrane air dryer lowers the dew point below ambient temperature by removing
residual water vapor from the compressed air prior to being stored in the accumulator. An
attached silencer (F13) reduces noise from the air drying process.
• The compressor unloading solenoid (SOL3) opens at compressor start-up to reduce the
load on the compressor. As a secondary function, excess flow is vented through SOL3 to
the air dryer during periods of low demand to assist in removing water vapor from the air
dryer.
• Compressed air, sufficient to meet the ventilator’s full flow requirements, is stored in the
accumulator.
• The 0.3 micron filter (F10) screens particles from compressed air flowing to the ventilator.
• The compressor pressure transducer (PC) measures pressure in the accumulator and the
pressure signal is used to control the operation of the solenoid, compressor motor, and
fans. Air going to the pressure transducer passes through a restrictor (R1) to reduce
pressure pulsations and a filter (F11) to prevent contaminants from entering the
transducer.

Pressure
relief valve
To heat exchanger

Silencer Motor/compressor

Cooling fans
0.3 micron
filter

Intake filter Silencer

Filter foam

Figure 2-36. 806 components

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Figure 2-37. Heat exchanger

Water
trap

Filter
element

Figure 2-38. 806 water trap assembly

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To accumulator
To pressure
Unloading transducer (PC)
solenoid (SOL3)
To solenoid Filter (F10)

From heat
exchanger
Air dryer Silencer

Figure 2-39. Air dryer assembly

Accumulator

Air dryer
assembly
Motor/
Silencer
compressor

Figure 2-40. 806 back panel

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2.3.4.2 806 Compressor unit operation

The 806 compressor is powered by and communicates with the Puritan Bennett™ 840 BDU.
The BDU sends a signal to the compressor after completing POST, and the compressor enters
either stand-by mode or run mode depending upon the state of the air-side pressure switch,
PS2. If PS2 is closed, indicating sufficient wall air pressure, the compressor charges the
accumulator to 27 psig and enters stand-by mode, ready to supply air to the ventilator in the
event of a loss of wall air pressure. If PS2 is open, the compressor enters run mode, and acts
as the ventilator’s air source.
When the compressor is operating, two cooling fans (Figure 2-41) blow air downward over a
heat exchanger used to condense water vapor from the compressed air. After passing
through the heat exchanger, the compressed air flows through a water trap and membrane
air dryer which remove excess water vapor prior to being stored in the accumulator. The air
dryer also lowers the dew point to a temperature below ambient, preventing condensation
from entering the ventilator.

Figure 2-41. 806 cooling fans

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During the start-up sequence, a solenoid valve (SOL3) opens 1 second prior to the time the
compressor motor starts, and remains open for 0.5 seconds afterwards, reducing the load on
the compressor. A transducer on the PCBA measures the accumulator pressure, and the signal
is used to control the compressor operation. If pressure in the accumulator drops below
13 psig, the compressor shuts down and the ventilator delivers 100% O2 to the patient.
In stand-by mode, the compressor shuts off when the pressure reaches 27 psig in the
accumulator, and turns on when the pressure drops to 22.5 psig. (This pressure drop can occur
because of small leaks in the compressor system or because of cooling of compressed air in
the accumulator.)
The compressor PCBA contains an hour meter that records the elapsed run time of the
compressor. This information is stored in the EEPROM on the PCBA, as is the compressor’s
serial number. If a replacement PCBA is required, the EEPROM from the existing PCBA can be
removed and installed on the new board, preserving the compressor elapsed time and serial
number.
For more information regarding the 806 compressor operation, see Section 2.4.12 and
Figure 2-84.

2.4 Electrical system

2.4.1 Summary of electrical components

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 ventilator electrical system, shown in Figure 2-42, includes the
following:
• AC distribution components, including power cord, AC panel (circuit breakers, AC filter
PCB, power relay, and other components), and power switch
• Power supply
• Rechargeable BPS, which supplies power to operate the ventilator if AC power is
interrupted
• Optional compressor unit including compressor, compressor PCB, and other components
• Card cage, including motherboard PCB, BD CPU PCB, and AI PCB
• GUI, including the GUI CPU PCB, keyboard, GUI LED PCB, backlight inverter PCB, knob,
two VGA liquid crystal display (LCD) panels, a touch frame PCB, and alarm speaker

NOTE:
The 10.4-inch GUI features color LCD panels, updated GUI CPU, touch frame, and
backlight inverter PCBs, and three serial communications ports. There is a single serial
communications port on the older 9.4-inch monochrome GUI (no longer available)
and the 9.4-inch color GUI color LCD panels, and one serial communications port.
Both 10.4-inch and 9.4-inch GUIs (except monochrome) accept the Trending-enabled
(TE) GUI CPU PCB. This PCB contains a compact flash memory component used by the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System Trending software option.

• BDU LED PCB

• BD (continuous-tone) alarm
• Inspiratory electronics PCB
• Exhalation transducer PCB
• Data key subsystem

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For a discussion of electropneumatic parts, or electrical parts used in close conjunction with
pneumatic parts, see Section 2.3. For wiring details, see Figure 2-42, Figure 2-43, Figure 2-44,
Figure 2-45 Figure 2-47, Figure 2-50, Figure 2-56, Figure 2-68, Figure 2-78, Figure 2-80, and
Figure 2-86. Table 2-2 describes the electronic parts.

Table 2-2: Electronic Component Descriptions

Reference
Component Description
Designator

-- Power cord Connects facility AC power to the ventilator.

AC Panel (Figure 2-47)

CB1 Main circuit breaker Provides over-current protection to the power supply.

CB2 Auxiliary circuit breaker Provides over-current protection to the humidifier and compressor.

-- AC filter PCB Filters electrical noise to and from the ventilator.

J1 AC receptacle Receives facility AC power via the power cord.

J2 Potential equalization Provides attachment point to equalize electrical potential

connector between the ventilator and other equipment (such as electrical
safety analyzer).

J3 Humidifier receptacle Located at the front of the ventilator, receives AC power from
power relay K1 and provides AC power to the humidifier.

J4 Compressor receptacle Receives AC power from power relay K1 and provides AC power to
the compressor via the compressor AC power cord.

K1 Power relay Switches power to the humidifier and compressor receptacles

when AC power is present and ventilator power switch is ON.

Power System (Figure 2-50)

-- Power supply Converts AC and DC (from BPS) inputs to supply DC power to

ventilator electronics. Outputs include GUI +5V, GUI +12V, VH +5V,
VH +12V, VH +15V, VH -15V, BPS +36V, and relay +12V.

-- Back-up power source (BPS) With new, fully charged batteries, provides at least 60 minutes
(30 minutes on ventilators built prior to July 2007) of back-up
power in the event of an AC line failure or temporary disconnect.
The 803 BPS provides at least four hours of back-up power under
the same conditions. Output signals from the BPS PCB include
charging*, charged*, BPS model, IBATT, VBATT, and E-BP.

NOTE:
When the ventilator is running on battery power, the
compressor and humidifier are non-operational.

* indicates signal is active low

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Table 2-2: Electronic Component Descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
Designator

Card Cage (Figure 2-56 & Figure 2-59)

-- Motherboard PCB Provides the main electrical interconnect between the breath
delivery CPU PCB, analog interface PCB, breath delivery LED PCB,
exhalation module, inspiratory module, power supply, power
switch, and BD alarm.

-- Breath delivery (BD) CPU PCB Contains the electronics and software that control all breath
delivery functions in the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System.
Communicates with the GUI CPU to respond to operator inputs
and display ventilation parameters.

-- Analog interface (AI) PCB Provides the interface for all analog signals in the ventilator. The
AI and BD CPU PCBs together provide the main intelligence and
drive for the mechanical devices and electronic sensors used in
ventilation.

Breath Delivery Unit (Figure 2-50)

-- BD LED PCB Contains visual alarm indicators and LED drivers to annunciate
safety valve open, loss of GUI, and ventilator inoperative
conditions. All indicators are powered by +12V.

S1 Power switch Switches power to the power relay (K1), and power supply,
enabling its secondary outputs used by ventilator electronics.

-- BD audio alarm A continuous-tone alarm sounds if one or more of the following

events occurs: a ventilator inoperative condition, loss of
communication between the BD and GUI CPU PCBs, detection of a
GUI alarm fault, power switch failure, or low voltage condition
detected by the +5V sentry on the AI PCB.

-- Data key Required for proper ventilator operation, the data key stores BDU
and GUI serial numbers, hours of ventilator operation, and enables
ventilator software options.

Exhalation Module (Figure 2-80)

-- Exhalation transducer PCB Produces a voltage signal proportional to pressure in the patient
circuit exhalation limb using the exhalation pressure transducer
(PE). The PCB uses a +10V reference.

PE Exhalation transducer Measures the pressure difference in the patient circuit exhalation
limb relative to atmospheric air pressure.

EXH HTR Exhalation heater Heats the patient’s exhaled gas, preventing condensation in the
exhalation module. The 16 W exhalation heater uses +12V.

Q3 Exhalation flow sensor Measures exhalation flow for use in determining net flow to the
patient and for spirometry. Flow sensor drivers use +12V and +5V.
Thermistor supply voltage is +12V.

EV Exhalation valve Closes on inspiration, preventing delivered gas from venting to

atmosphere. Opens upon exhalation, maintaining operator-
selected PEEP/CPAP level. Electronically controlled throughout the
breath cycle, the exhalation valve uses a maximum of 6V.

SOL2 Exhalation pressure This +12V, 3-way solenoid periodically exposes the exhalation
transducer autozero solenoid pressure transducer to atmospheric pressure for setting a zero-
reference offset voltage.

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Table 2-2: Electronic Component Descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
Designator

Inspiratory Module (Figure 2-78)

-- Inspiratory electronics PCB Produces voltage signals proportional to the pressure in the
patient circuit inspiratory limb and atmospheric pressure using the
inspiratory pressure transducer (PI) and absolute pressure
transducer (PA), respectively. Also provides an interface for the
oxygen sensor. The PCB uses a +10V reference.

PA Absolute pressure transducer Measures atmospheric pressure for use in volume delivery
calculations.

PI Inspiratory pressure Measures pressure in the patient circuit inspiratory limb relative to
transducer atmospheric pressure.

SV Safety valve This +12V valve opens when de-energized (during POST, at
pressures > 100 cm H2O, during ventilator inoperative conditions,
or when both source gases are lost). Energized closed all other
times.

PSOL2 Air PSOL A +12V proportional solenoid valve. Regulates the flow of air in
the inspiratory circuit by adjusting flow proportionally to the
supplied current which is under feed-back control from the Q2
flow sensor signal and the inspiratory pressure transducers.

PSOL1 Oxygen PSOL A +12V proportional solenoid valve. Regulates the flow of oxygen
in the inspiratory circuit by adjusting flow proportionally to the
supplied current which is under feed-back control from the Q1
flow sensor signal and the inspiratory pressure transducers.

SOL1 Inspiratory pressure This +12V, 3-way solenoid periodically exposes the inspiratory
transducer autozero solenoid pressure transducer to atmospheric pressure for setting a zero-
reference offset voltage.

Q1 Oxygen flow sensor Measures inspiratory oxygen flow. Measurements are used to
control PSOL1. Flow sensor drivers use +12V and +5V. Thermistor
supply voltage is +12V.

Q2 Air flow sensor Measures inspiratory air flow. Measurements are used to control
PSOL2. Flow sensor drivers use +12V and +5V. Thermistor supply
voltage is +12V.

PS1 Oxygen pressure switch Senses inlet oxygen pressure and opens if pressure drops below
20.0 psig nominal. Closes when pressure is greater than 31.5 psig
nominal.

PS2 Air pressure switch Senses inlet air pressure and opens if pressure drops below 20.0
psig nominal. Closes when pressure is greater than 31.5 psig
nominal.

-- Oxygen sensor A galvanic sensor that measures the oxygen percentage of the
delivered gas at the patient wye. Delivers a voltage proportional
to the oxygen concentration. Ventilator alarms if the monitored
oxygen concentration is not within 7% of the oxygen
percentage setting.

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Table 2-2: Electronic Component Descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
Designator

GUI (Figure 2-67 through Figure 2-69)

-- Graphical user interface (GUI) Provides microprocessor control and monitoring of the display and
CPU PCB user interface system. Communicates with the BD CPU PCB via an
Ethernet connection.

Backlight inverter PCB Converts +12V input into high-voltage AC that powers the
fluorescent lamps that backlight the LCD display panels. Pulse
width modulation from the GUI CPU board determines the
magnitude of the AC voltage which determines the brightness of
the displays. Two backlight inverter PCBs individually control the
upper and lower LCD panels on the 10.4-inch GUI. On the 9.4-inch
GUI, one PCB performs the backlight functions for both displays.

Touch frame PCB Contains the electronics and firmware to detect inputs to the GUI
touchscreen by means of locating the logical X/Y coordinate
position of an operator's touch.

LCD displays Two variable voltage, 9.4-inch (older version) or 10.4-inch (current
version) color LCD flat panels display ventilator settings and
patient information.

GUI LED PCB Contains LED drivers and light bars that illuminate visual alarm
and status indicators on the GUI LED panel.

Keyboard/knob PCB A membrane keyboard assembly containing the multiposition

rotary encoder knob is used to change selected ventilator settings,
accept or clear settings changes, provide alarm silence, reset, and
volume adjust functions, actuate screen lock and information
functions, and deliver manual inspiration, inspiratory and
expiratory pause, and 100% O2.

RS-232 connectors Three (10.4-inch GUI) or one (9.4-inch GUI) RS-232 connectors
provide for serial communications with external devices such as
printers or ventilator monitors.

Remote alarm connector Enables/disables an external alarm device (such as a nurse’s call).
Relay contacts are closed during normal ventilation, and open
during an alarm condition or when unit is off.

VGA LCD controllers Plug-in modules (on some versions of the GUI CPU board) that
provide a video interface between the GUI CPU PCB and the LCD
flat panels. The VGA LCD controllers are integrated into the
current version of the GUI CPU PCB.

GUI alarm assembly The ventilator’s primary alarm, emits multiple frequency alarm
sounds under control of the GUI CPU PCB.

806 Compressor (optional; Figure 2-86)

-- Compressor PCB Controls the functions of the compressor motor, cooling fans, and
unloading solenoid.

SOL3 Unloading solenoid A +12V, 3-way solenoid controlled by logic signals that reduces
back pressure on the compressor during start-up and periods of
low demand. Also vents excess accumulator pressure to assist in
transporting water vapor from the air dryer.

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Table 2-2: Electronic Component Descriptions (continued)

Reference
Component Description
Designator

M/C Motor compressor AC powered and logic-controlled, supplies compressed air to the
ventilator when adequate wall air pressure is unavailable.
Contains internal over-temperature protection device.

-- Fans AC powered and logic-controlled, provides cooling air to the

compressor motor and heat exchanger. Fans run only when the
compressor motor is running.

-- Starting capacitor Provides added voltage to overcome mechanical friction upon

compressor motor start-up.

TH1 Thermostat Located on the compressor PCB, provides over-temperature

protection to the compressor system. Activates before compressor
motor internal protection device.

PC Compressor pressure Located on the compressor PCB, measures accumulator pressure

transducer and outputs are used by compressor control logic.

-- Relay Operated by compressor control logic, switches power to the

compressor motor and fan connectors on the PCB.

2.4.2 Overview of electrical system operation

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System uses a dual-microprocessor architecture with an
Ethernet network as the primary channel of communication between the two 68040
microprocessors. The BDU microprocessor handles the breath delivery control and monitoring
functions; the GUI microprocessor reads and interprets information from/to the operator via
the keyboard, knob, and displays. The BDU continues to operate independently of the GUI
during a temporary loss of communication. For safety, the GUI’s CPU monitors the BDU’s CPU
activities. The BD CPU is located on the BD CPU PCB, while the GUI CPU is located on the GUI
CPU PCB.
To start ventilation, the operator enters data through the GUI. The GUI CPU processes this
data, then stores it in memory. The BD CPU, in conjunction with the analog interface (AI) PCB,
uses this data to communicate with ventilator internal and external devices including the
GUI, compressor unit, and BPS, and to control and monitor the flow of gas to and from the
patient. All analog signals to and from the system sensors and actuators are controlled by
software running within the BD CPU.
The BD CPU and AI PCBs plug into the motherboard PCB. The motherboard PCB interfaces
input/output (I/O), industry pack (IP) bus, Ethernet signals, and power.

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2.4.3 AC distribution components

The AC distribution components include
• a power cord
• AC panel
• power switch
• interfacing cables, wires, and components
Mains (AC) power (or facility power) is applied through the power cord to the AC receptacle
and main and auxiliary circuit breakers. From the main circuit breaker, power is applied
through the AC filter PCB directly to the power supply. Power to the power supply bypasses
the power switch, enabling the power supply to continually charge the BPS. When the power
switch is set to off, the secondaries that power the ventilator electronics are not active. From
the auxiliary circuit breaker, power is applied via the power relay to the compressor
compartment AC receptacle and the humidifier receptacle. The compressor compartment
power cord plugs into receptacle J4, supplying AC power to the compressor unit, while the
humidifier receptacle is intended to power an optional humidifier.

2.4.3.1 Power cord

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System includes a detachable power cord. The power
cord has an IEC-standard, three-prong connector. The plug end varies, corresponding to
different country requirements.

2.4.3.2 AC panel
The AC panel (Figure 2-46 and Figure 2-47), a single field-replaceable unit (FRU), includes
components that apply AC to the ventilator head, compressor unit, and optional humidifier.
The AC panel includes AC receptacle J1, circuit breakers CB1 and CB2, AC filter PCB, power
relay K1, compressor receptacle J4, and potential equalization connector J2. A humidifier
receptacle (J3), which is connected to but is not a part of the AC panel, is on the front of the
ventilator.
• The AC receptacle (J1) receives facility AC power via the power cord.

Warning
Ensure that the power cord retainer bracket is properly installed and secures the power
cord to the AC receptacle (J1).

• The AC panel houses two push-to-reset type circuit breakers. The 5 A main circuit breaker
(CB1) limits current to the power supply. The 10 A (100 – 120 V) or 5 A (220 – 240 V)
auxiliary circuit breaker (CB2) limits current to the compressor and humidifier circuits.
• The AC filter PCB reduces AC line noise to and from the ventilator.
• The power relay (K1) switches power to humidifier receptacle J3 and compressor
receptacle J4 when the power switch (S1) is on. The relay is powered from a dedicated
+12 V power supply output, which is active when the power switch is on.
• The compressor receptacle (J4) receives AC power via K1 and provides the AC power
outlet for the compressor power cord.
• The humidifier receptacle (J3) receives AC power via K1 and provides an AC power outlet
for the humidifier power cord.
• The potential equalization connector (J2) interfaces the equipment and the potential
equalization bus bar.

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AC receptacle
Main
(J1)
circuit
breaker
(CB1)
Auxiliary Potential equalization
(compressor/ connector (J2)
humidifier)
circuit breaker
(CB2) Compressor
receptacle (J4)

AC filter Main circuit

PCB breaker (CB1)

Power
relay
(K1)

Fuse

Auxiliary (compressor/
humidifier circuit breaker (CB2)

Figure 2-46. AC panel

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Auxiliary mains
circuit breaker
AC power
receptacle

EXTERIOR OF
AC PANEL
Potential
Compressor/humidifier equalization
circuit breaker point

Compressor
receptacle

GRN/YEL
BRN
J1
C1 BLU
2 4
L N
INTERIOR OF
G
AC PANEL BLU
CB1
E2 BRN
E1
J2
1 3
C2
GRN/YEL
K1 2 4

E4 E3 BRN
CB2
J4

L N 1 3
L G
BRN BLU

GRN/YEL

BRN BRN
BRN

BLU BLU
BLU
1 3 BLU
4 6 BLU BRN

7 BRN
9
A B

LEGEND:
CB1 Power supply circuit breaker
CB2 Auxiliary mains circuit breaker
BRN
J1 Mains inlet BRN
BLU To power supply
J2 Potential equalization point compartment
RED BLK
J4 Compressor outlet
K1 Power relay
AC PANEL MODULE

Figure 2-47. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – AC panel

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2.4.3.3 Power switch

The logic-driven rocker-type power switch (S1), shown in Figure 2-48, enables the power
supply secondary outputs that are used by ventilator electronics. When the power switch is
off, the power relay is open, preventing AC distribution to the humidifier and compressor
receptacles J3 and J4. Regardless of the power switch position, AC power is supplied directly
to the power supply to permit charging of the BPS. Secondary circuits that power ventilator
electronics are not active when the power switch is off.
A cover protects the power switch and prevents it from accidentally being turned off. An LED
indicator beside the power switch lights to indicate that power is available to the ventilator.

Power LED
switch Indicator
(S1)

Figure 2-48. Power switch (S1) and indicator

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2.4.4 Power supply

The power supply (Figure 2-49 and Figure 2-50), which is a single FRU (Field Replaceable
Unit), outputs +5, +12, +15, and -15 V to power the ventilator system. It also provides DC
power for BPS charging. Power supply inputs are either AC from facility power or BPS DC
power (battery power). The power supply accepts inputs of 80 to 269 V AC rms at 47 to 63 Hz.
Specifically, the power supply’s outputs are as follows:
• VH +5 V (remotely sensed)
• VH +12 V
• VH +15 V
• VH -15 V
• GUI +5 V (remotely sensed)
• GUI +12 V (remotely sensed)
• BPS +36 V
• Relay +12 V (from the primary)
A power fail circuit in the power supply detects the drop of the bulk +31.5 V (the input to the
power supply’s main converter) and notifies the BD CPU PCB. The BD CPU PCB in turn
generates a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) signal.
The AC monitor circuit provides an analog voltage scaled to the AC input voltage. This
voltage is fed to the AI PCB and monitored by software. The power supply is protected
against nominal line transients, overtemperature, overload, and short circuit conditions.
The power supply has no test points, and cannot be field-adjusted. Power supply voltages are
displayed during the analog data display test in EST.

Figure 2-49. Power supply assembly

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BD alarm

MOTHERBOARD PCB

BDU LED PCB

J11 J12 P1 J13

Inspiratory
blindmate DC blindmate Exhalation I/O
cable assy cable assy cable assy

Comms
outlet/hmd
cable assy

Power switch (S1) Connects to rear

of power supply
POWER SUPPLY
COMPARTMENT
AC blindmate
cable assy

AC
indicator

INSPIRATORY Humidifier DC blindmate

outlet (J1)
MODULE (100 – 120 V only)
COMPARTMENT Connects to Inspiratory
inspiratory blindmate To AC
module panel

POWER SUPPLY

To backup
power supply
(BPS)

(This side is located

adjacent to
inspiratory module)

Figure 2-50. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – Power distribution

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2.4.5 BPS
The 802 BPS, shown in Figure 2-51, provides a DC power source during a brief AC line failure
or temporary disconnect. A fully charged BPS supplies at least 60 minutes (30 minutes on
ventilators built prior to July 2007) of power backup to the ventilator. A new, fully charged
803 BPS (Figure 2-52) provides at least four hours of back-up power to the ventilator. The BPS
does not power the optional compressor or humidifier; these operate from AC line power.

NOTE:
It is assumed that the ventilator is powered from an outlet connected to the hospital’s
emergency generator AC backup system.

When the ventilator power switch (S1) is on, the BPS provides a +19 to +30 V supply voltage
to the power supply. The ventilator software monitors this voltage to determine whether the
battery is present and the battery status. The software triggers a medium-urgency alarm if
the battery capacity falls below 2 minutes runtime.
The BPS electronics charge the battery pack as necessary whenever AC is present and
sufficient (> 80 V), even if the power switch is off. An indicator displays the batteries’
charging status: yellow means the batteries are charging, and green means the batteries are
approximately 75% charged relative to nominal. Good batteries can be charged within 8
hours. The BPS has overcurrent (overcharging) protection.

NOTE:
Battery packs, BPS assemblies, or units with BPS’s that are unused or in storage for
over 6 months, or have been depleted by continuous usage require a minimum of 8
hours to recharge the battery pack. Because of the larger battery capacity, the 803
BPS may take up to 20 hours to recharge.

The BPS contains a battery pack (Figure 2-53) (which includes two +12 V, lead-acid batteries
and a 15 A fuse) and a PCB (Figure 2-54).

Figure 2-51. 802 BPS

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Figure 2-52. 803 BPS

Fuse

Figure 2-53. 802 BPS battery pack

Figure 2-54. BPS PCB

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2.4.6 Card Cage

The card cage, shown in Figure 2-55 and Figure 2-56, includes the motherboard PCB, the BD
CPU PCB, and the AI PCB.

BDU CPU PCB

AI PCB

Motherboard PCB

Figure 2-55. Card cage with all PCBs installed

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BD alarm Power
switch (SI)
To AC
panel
BDU LED
display PCB Inspiratory Exhalation I/O
blindmate cable assy
DC blindmate
cable assy
cable assy

BDU LED PCB/

alarm/power switch
cable assy

J11 J12 P1 J13

Motherboard PCB
4-070900-00

J9 J10

J7 J8

J6
J4

J2

P2 P3

CPU PCB
BREATH DELIVERY
UNIT (BDU)

TEST
switch
(SW2)

P1

LED
indicator

GUI-to-BDU
cable assy

P9 P10

AI PCB

PTS 2000
J1
connection J6
P5 9-pin

Data BDU/compressor
key DC cable

Figure 2-56. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – Card cage

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2.4.6.1 Motherboard PCB

The motherboard PCB, shown in Figure 2-57, Figure 2-58, and Figure 2-59, resides in the card
cage. It is the primary electrical interconnect for the plug-in PCBs, power supply, and BDU
electronics. The motherboard PCB consists of a multilayer PCB, connectors for plug-in boards
and I/O interface, and related electrical filters and protective devices.

AI PCB connectors

BD CPU PCB
connectors

Figure 2-57. Motherboard PCB

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Motherboard PCB

Figure 2-58. Motherboard PCB in place

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P1 J7

BD +5 V, BD +12 V

J8

BPS & POWER SUPPLY STATUS

TO/FROM
POWER
SUPPLY GUI +5 V, GUI +12 V, GUI +5 V SENSE, GUI +12 V SENSE

GUI +5 V SENSE, GUI +12 V SENSE

PWR SW ON
TO/FROM
BD CPU PCB

J11

TO BDU BDU LEDS

LED PCB

J9

PWR SW POSITIONS
FROM PWR SW

TO BDU 12 V BDU LED PCB

LED PCB

TO ALARM

TO PWR RELAY PWR RELAY

(AC PANEL) J10
COMP CTRL/

J13
DATA, ADDRESS,

STATUS

+15 V, -15 V
CTRL, STATUS

TO/FROM
AI PCB
TO/FROM EXH MOD PWR & SENS
EXHALATION
MODULE

BD ALARM

+12 V EXH AZ

EXH MODULE CTRL

J12

INSP MOD PWR & SENS

TO/FROM
INSPIRATORY
INSP MODULE CTRL
MODULE

Figure 2-59. Motherboard PCB block diagram

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2.4.6.2 BDU CPU PCB

The BDU CPU PCB (Figure 2-60), in conjunction with the AI PCB, provides microprocessor
control of all breath delivery functions for the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System. It
also communicates with the GUI CPU PCB for display and control information from the
operator. All analog signals to and from the sensors and actuators of the system are
controlled by software running in the BD CPU.
The PCB resides within the card cage, next to the AI PCB. These two boards are closely
coupled and provide the main intelligence and drive for all the mechanical devices and
electronic sensors used in ventilation.
The BD CPU PCB plugs into the motherboard using two standard DIN 96-pin connectors. The
first connector (P2) is used for power. The second connector (P3) is an Enhanced Eurocard DIN
96 connector with additional connections for power and ground.
The BD CPU PCB controls and monitors the status of ventilator power, the BPS, the
compressor, the AI PCB, and the option PCBs. The BD CPU PCB includes these circuits, which
perform the indicated functions:
• The CPU and control circuits include a Motorola 68040 microprocessor (which includes an
onboard math coprocessor), operating at 24 MHz, along with supporting devices to
perform ventilator control functions. In addition to executing instructions, these functions
include passing data back and forth between memory and I/O devices; generating address
signals used to access memory locations; generating read/write, timing, and other control
signals; and processing interrupts from the various system devices.
• The PCB’s memory includes 2 MB of flash memory (soldered; no sockets) that contains the
operational software for the BD. This software is downloadable via a PC. A boot memory
PROM contains the ventilator’s initialization and POST code and provides a basic
communications program to permit downloading of system software. Downloaded
software is not written to the boot memory PROM; it cannot be written to in the field.
4 MB of dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is used for ongoing calculations and
data storage and as a message and command buffer for the Ethernet controller.
• 16 KB of NOVRAM circuit (nonvolatile RAM) stores essential, persistent variables and
configuration information; current breath mode settings (for obtaining default
parameters at power on); POST and extended self test (EST) fault information; the reset
stack pointer; and others (see Table 2-4). The NOVRAM devices are soldered in place (no
sockets). Although information in these devices is lost when the BD CPU PCB is replaced,
much of this data is updated during POST and EST. Critical data specific to a particular unit
(including system serial numbers) is stored on a data key device which stays with the unit.
Each NOVRAM device consists of an internal flash memory device (which has the
advantages of being able to retain data without the application of power, and which also
can be easily written to) and a static RAM device. Upon power-up, the data stored in flash
memory is retrieved and stored in static RAM. During normal operation, the NOVRAM
behaves like static RAM. Upon detecting low supply voltage, the NOVRAM stores data
from static RAM into internal flash memory for nonvolatile storage. This operation takes
2.5 ms. The BD CPU PCB provides an isolated, decoupled power supply (VCAP), independent
of the +5 V supply, to the NOVRAM to ensure the power-down ramp is long enough to
store the static RAM contents.

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TEST button

GUI port

Figure 2-60. BD CPU PCB

• The real-time clock tracks the ventilator operational time and short-duration power losses
(up to 60 minutes). When the ventilator is operating, the real-time clock is powered by
VCC. When power is lost or removed, a built-in battery powers the clock. This battery has a
10-year life expectancy.
• The watchdog circuit monitors the BD CPU for safe operation. When a time-out occurs,
indicating a lack of bus activity, a system reset occurs. Problems with the CPU, clock, or
software can cause a watchdog time-out.
• The GUI-BDU interface provides for Ethernet communication between both BD and GUI
CPU PCBs. This controller sends an interrupt to the BD CPU to inform it of a
communication from the GUI CPU. Commands and messages to be transferred (via direct
memory access, DMA) are stored in DRAM. The GUI-BDU interface uses isolation
transformers and an isolated power supply, but is connected to standard system ground.
There is no isolation from any external device that may be attached.
• An RS-232C channel is available for developmental use only.
• A diagnostic LED array (with supporting circuitry) indicates the status of the BD CPU PCB.
During POST, they indicate the current test step. A ninth LED displays the supervisory
mode status of the CPU.

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• The power fail detection circuit causes an NMI to be generated if the power supply
generates a power fail signal. The power supply generates a power fail signal if the
output of the bulk supply is less than 19.30 V.
• The digital I/O interface circuit provides these outputs:
– A signal (redundant) to declare a ventilator inoperative condition and to light an LED.
– A signal to place the BDU hardware into a safety valve open (SVO) state and to light an
LED.
– BD LED PCB control signals, including loss of user interface (LOUI) LED, safety valve
open (SVO) LED, and ventilator inoperative (VENT INOP) LED.
– Compressor control signals (representing on, standby, and off). The on command runs
the compressor continuously when the ventilator is operating on compressed air (that
is, when the wall air supply has dropped below 14 psig). Standby causes the
compressor to cycle to maintain accumulator pressure; wall air pressure drops to
between 14 and 26 psig, and the compressor supplements the wall air pressure. The
off command overrides the compressor automatic cycling control (to maintain
accumulator pressure) to ensure the compressor is off for self test purposes.
– Power mode signal suspends battery charging to allow a true reading of battery
voltage.
– Low AC power signal (AC < 80% of nominal) to compressor.
– Signals to place the ventilator into the service mode (in conjunction with a momentary
push-button switch) and to disable the two POST 10-s timers (necessary to allow test
mode).
The digital I/O interface provides these inputs:
– Compressor status signals, including: compressor present; compressor compartment
overtemperature; AC input to compressor low; compressor accumulator pressure
adequate for ventilation; compressor in standby mode, compressor off, or compressor
on.
– BPS status signals including: battery being charged, battery in use, and battery fully
charged.
– Service mode enabled
• The AI PCB interface provides for communication between the BD CPU and the AI PCB.
• The BDU LED display drivers interface the BDU LED PCB.
• The service mode switch is a push-button on the board edge used to activate this mode.
The BD CPU PCB generates an NMI under any of these conditions:
• Ethernet parity error detected
• Power fail signal
• A/D converter system error

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Table 2-3: NOVRAM contents

Parameter Notes Where data are stored

Background alarm Status of all DEVICE ALERT alarms BD alarm statuses are stored
status in BD NOVRAM. GUI alarm
statuses are stored in GUI
NOVRAM.

Ventilator settings All settings are stored in GUI

NOVRAM. BD-applicable
settings (that is, nominal line
voltage, patient circuit type,
and a subset of the breath-
related settings) are stored
in BD NOVRAM.

Diagnostic logs This includes the System Diagnostic Log, System Information BD events are stored in BD
Log, and EST/SST Diagnostic Log (which are actually stored in NOVRAM. GUI events are
two separate locations -- one for EST, one for SST). stored in GUI NOVRAM.

Alarm history log History of alarm events for the current/previous patient GUI NOVRAM

NOTE:
The alarm history log is automatically cleared upon
successful completion of a new patient setup. (A new
patient setup is required to start normal ventilation
after exiting the service mode.)

EST and SST result Result and status information for each EST and SST test BD information is stored in
information BD NOVRAM. GUI
information is stored in GUI
NOVRAM.

Ventilator and BD NOVRAM

compressor
operational hours

POST test status Status of each of the POST/kernel tests BD statuses are stored in BD
NOVRAM. GUI statuses are
stored in GUI NOVRAM.

PSOL lift-off Calculated during EST BD NOVRAM

information

Compliance Calculated during SST BD NOVRAM

calibration

Inspiratory and Calculated during SST BD NOVRAM

expiratory resistance

Oxygen and air flow Calculated during EST BD NOVRAM

sensor (Q1 and Q2)
offsets

Absolute pressure Calculated during PA calibration BD NOVRAM

transducer (PA)
offset

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2.4.6.3 Analog interface (AI) PCB

The AI PCB (Figure 2-61) provides an interface between the ventilator’s microprocessor
circuits and its analog systems via an IP bus. These analog systems include the compressor, DC
electronics, valves, BD (continuous-tone) audio alarm, and transducers. The compressor
control and DC status signals and DC power pass through the AI PCB. The PCB includes these
circuits, which perform the indicated functions:
• The digital interface circuit provides for communication between the BD CPU PCB and the
analog circuits on the AI PCB.
• The pressure and flow sensor filters minimize pneumatic noise in these components’
readings.
• The +10 V reference produces a reference voltage for use by analog-to-digital and digital-
to-analog converters and pressure transducers (inspiratory electronics PCB and exhalation
transducer PCB).
• The data key interface provides clock and data latches to handle the flow of data
between the BD CPU and data key.
• The thermistor amplifiers amplify input signals from the manifold heater thermistor and
the motor magnet thermistor, both located in the exhalation compartment.
• The valve control and drive circuit provides drive signals for the PSOLs, EV, and the EV
stabilizer device.

PTS 2000
connector

Data key
connector

Compressor
connector

AI LEDs

Figure 2-61. AI PCB

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• The BD alarm circuit activates the BD alarm. The alarm is activated under any of these
conditions:
– A ventilator inoperative condition is declared
– The BD CPU detects a loss of communication with the GUI
– A GUI alarm fault is detected
– The power switch fails
– The +5 V sentry on the AI PCB detects a low voltage condition
Under most conditions, the +5 V powers the alarm. If the +5 V sentry circuit on the AI PCB
detects a power failure, a power fail capacitor powers the alarm for a minimum of 2 min.
• The PSOL power disconnect circuit removes power from the PSOL drivers when the
ventilator is in the safety valve open state.
• The exhalation valve circuit drives the exhalation valve motor. Pressure readings provide
feedback to the software that determines the amount of valve dampening required. The
circuit includes power disconnect circuitry, which removes power from the exhalation
valve driver when the ventilator is in the safety valve open state.
• The safety valve circuit controls and drives the safety valve. Full power to the safety valve
pulls the valve closed. After a short interval, power is reduced to keep the valve closed.
The safety valve circuit ensures full power is applied in the event of a loss of +12 V
(required to reopen the valve).
• The voltage sentry circuit creates signals that are proportional to voltages used in the
system. These signals are used in software monitoring of these voltages: +10 V reference
and +5, +12, +15, and -15 V supply voltages.
In addition, the sentry circuit generates a global reset if +5 V is out of range. A relay,
which is part of the sentry circuit, ensures that a power fail reset occurs during voltage
transients.
• The BPS model signal buffer provides a signal that yields BPS model type information in
an analog form. The software reads this signal to determine whether the BPS is currently
connected to the ventilator.
• Other buffers provide conditioning for various ventilator signals.
• The compressor interface circuit, in conjunction with the compressor PCB, controls and
monitors the compressor operation.

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2.4.7 Data key subsystem

NOTE:
Call your Covidien representative if the data key requires replacement due to loss or
failure.

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System uses a data key (Figure 2-62) to record data
specific to a particular ventilator unit. The data key provides a way to retain data when PCBs
or the battery are removed from the ventilator. The data key plugs into a receptacle on the
ventilator. Data is read from or written to flash memory on the data key. This serial data is
transferred to the BD CPU through the data key interface. The data key must always be
installed in the ventilator for proper operation.
The data key stores this data:
• Serial numbers of the GUI and BDU.
• Hours of ventilator operation.

Figure 2-62. Data key

2.4.8 GUI
The GUI (Figure 2-67 through Figure 2-69), which detaches from the ventilator head for
servicing, is an enclosure that houses the GUI CPU PCB, keyboard, GUI LED PCB, backlight
inverter PCBs, knob, two 10.4-inch or 9.4-inch color LCD flat panels, a touch frame PCB, and
an alarm speaker.

2.4.8.1 GUI CPU PCB

The GUI CPU PCB, shown in Figure 2-63 through Figure 2-66, provides microprocessor control
and monitoring of the display and user interface system. The board is based on the Motorola
68040 family of microprocessors. The Trending-enabled (TE) GUI CPU PCB includes compact
flash memory used by the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System Trending software option.

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Figure 2-63. 10.4” Non-TE GUI CPU PCB

compact flash
component

Figure 2-64. 10.4” TE GUI CPU PCB

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GUI CPU
PCB

Backlight
inverter PCB

Figure 2-65. 9.4” Non-TE GUI CPU PCB and backlight inverter PCB in place

compact flash
component

Figure 2-66. 9.4” GUI TE GUI CPU PCB

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The GUI CPU PCB includes these circuits, which perform the indicated functions:
• The CPU and control circuit includes a Motorola 68040 microprocessor (which includes an
onboard math coprocessor), operating at 24 MHz, along with supporting devices to
perform ventilator control functions. In addition to executing instructions, these functions
include passing data back and forth between memory and I/O devices; generating address
signals used to access memory locations; generating read/write, timing, and other control
signals; and processing interrupts from the various system devices.
• The PCB’s memory includes 4 MB of flash memory (soldered; no sockets) that contains the
operational software for the GUI. A boot PROM contains ventilator initialization and
POST code and provides a basic communications program to permit downloading of
system software. Downloaded software is not written to the boot memory PROM; the
PROM cannot be written to in the field. 4 MB of DRAM is used for ongoing calculations
and data storage and as a message and command buffer for the Ethernet controller.
• 64 KB of NOVRAM (nonvolatile RAM) stores essential, persistent variables and
configuration information; current breath mode settings (for obtaining default
parameters at power on); POST and EST fault information; the reset stack pointer; and
others (see Table 2-3). The NOVRAM devices are soldered in place (no sockets). Although
information in these devices is lost when the GUI CPU PCB is replaced, much of this data is
updated during POST and EST. Critical data specific to a particular unit (including system
serial number) is stored on a data key device, which stays with the unit.
Each NOVRAM device consists of an internal flash memory device (which has the
advantages of being able to retain data without the application of power, and which also
can be easily written to) and a static RAM device. During power on, data stored in the
flash memory is retrieved and stored in static RAM. During normal operation, the
NOVRAM behaves like static RAM. Upon detecting low supply voltage, the NOVRAM
stores data from static RAM into internal flash memory for nonvolatile storage. This
operation takes 10 ms. The GUI CPU PCB provides an isolated, decoupled power supply
(VCAP), independent of the +5 V supply, to the NOVRAM to ensure the power-down ramp
is long enough to store the static RAM contents.
• The compact flash component, available only on the Trending-enabled GUI CPU PCB,
provides additional memory required for use with the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator
System Trending software option.
• The real-time clock tracks the ventilator’s operational time and short-duration power
losses (up to 60 minutes). When the ventilator is operating, the real-time clock is powered
by VCC. When power is lost or removed, a built-in battery powers the clock. This battery
has a 10-year life expectancy. The real-time clock can be removed from its socket for field
replacement.
• +5 and +12 V monitors signal the microprocessor (via a nonmaskable interrupt) when +5 V
is too high or +12 V is out of range. This circuit also generates a power fail reset if the +5 V
output drops below +4.8 V.
• The watchdog circuit monitors the CPU for safe operation. When a time-out occurs,
indicating a lack of bus activity, a system reset occurs. Problems with the CPU, clock, or
software can cause a watchdog time-out.
• The GUI-BDU controller provides for Ethernet communication between both BD and GUI
CPU PCBs. The controller sends an interrupt to the GUI CPU to inform it of a
communication from the BD CPU. Commands and messages to be transferred (via DMA)
are stored in DRAM. The GUI-BDU interface uses isolation transformers and an isolated
power supply, but is connected to standard system ground. There is no isolation from any
external device that may be attached to it.
• Three RS-232 C channels provide output for digital communications interface and
external communications for service mode. They are electrically isolated for safety. The
9.4-inch GUI has only one RS-232 channel, also electrically isolated.

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Backlight PCB
Backlight cable Upper LCD
panel
4-078267-SP
Flex circuit,
video
Backlight PCB

Backlight cable Flex circuit,

video

Lower LCD
panel
GUI LED PCB 4-078267-SP

GUI Alarm cable assy J1 GUI CPU PCB

alarm assy J2

P1

J3
J5
J7

J11
Touch frame PCB
GUI-to-BDU cable assy J10

Flex circuit, RS-232

J19 J20 No flex circuit

on Trending-enabled
To BDU GUI CPU PCB
RS-232
Remote alarm

Keyboard
J2 cable assy

Rear of keyboard
Touch frame
cable assy

GUI MODULE

Figure 2-67. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram –

GUI 10.4-inch LCD panels

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• Diagnostic LED array uses eight discrete LEDs, in conjunction with supporting circuitry, to
indicate the status of the GUI. During POST, the array indicates the current test step. A
ninth LED displays the supervisory mode status of the CPU, and a 10th LED indicates
power on.
• The VGA video control circuit, comprising two VGA LCD controller ICs with 1 MB video
RAM, interfaces the two 640 x 480 x 256K color 10.4-inch LCD panels. Older GUI versions
with 9.4-inch, 4K color or monochrome (16 greyscale levels) displays containing the older
GUI CPU board contain plug-in IP interface VGA LCD controllers that interface the LCD
panels.
• An infrared touch scanner interface, which includes its own microcontroller, monitors the
touch screen.
• The LED PCB interface lets the microprocessor control the discrete LEDs on the GUI LED
PCB.
• The LCD backlight control circuit controls the brightness of the two fluorescent lamps that
light the flat panels based on software input. It generates a pulse width modulated signal
to the backlight inverter PCB(s) (two PCBs on 10.4-inch GUIs; one PCB on 9.4-inch GUIs),
which controls the brightness of both LCD panels. There is no user-adjustable brightness
control on color displays.
• The remote alarm relay interface enables/disables an external alarm device (such as a
nurse’s call). The relay contacts are closed when the unit is in a normal ventilation state
and opened when the unit is off or in an alarm state.
• The sound generator interface produces the ventilator’s alarm sounds. Consisting of a
microcontroller and audio signal processing hardware, the interface produces ISO-
standard alarm sounds and provides keyboard entry audible feedback.
• The rotary encoder/decoder circuit determines the direction and amount of knob
movement. The optical encoder incorporates an emitter section, two codewheels, and a
detector section. Each codewheel has a pattern photographically plated on it. As the knob
shaft revolves, the codewheels rotate with respect to the emitter and photodetector
sections, causing the light beam to be interrupted by the pattern of spaces and bars on
the codewheels. The detectors are positioned such that a light period on one
photodetector corresponds to a dark period on the other photodetector. Using the
photodetector outputs, the decoder can determine the knob position.
• The keyboard interface reads the keyswitches and controls the lighting of the LEDs on the
keyboard.
The GUI CPU PCB generates an NMI under any of these conditions:
• GUI +5 V is high
• GUI +12 V is out of range
• Ethernet parity error detected
• SAAS microcontroller failure

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GUI cable assy, short

J2 Color I/O PCB
Upper LCD
panel
J3
Backlight PCB
GUI cable assy, long
J1

Backlight
control
cable assy

Lower LCD Color I/O PCB

panel

GUI LED PCB

Cable assy

Color display
GUI cable assy
alarm assy J6
GUI CPU PCB

P1
J4 J5
J3 J8
J7 Color display
cable assy
J9

GUI-to-BDU cable assy

Color display
J16 cable assy
Touch Frame PCB

VGA LCD Controller

PCB J14 J15

J18Color display
To BDU J19 J20
cable assy

RS-232
Remote alarm

Keyboard
cable assy
J5

Touch Frame Rear of keyboard

cable assy

GUI MODULE

Figure 2-68. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – GUI 9.4-inch LCD panels
(Non-TE GUI CPU PCB P/N 4-073200-SP shown)

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GUI cable assy, short Color I/O PCB

J2

Backlight PCB J3
GUI cable assy, long Upper LCD
J1 panel

Backlight
control
cable assy

Color I/O PCB

Lower LCD
GUI LED PCB panel

Cable assy

Color display
alarm assy
cable assy
J4
GUI CPU PCB

P1
J3
J5 J6
Color display
J7 cable assy

GUI-to-BDU cable assy

Color display
J12

Touch Frame PCB

J15Color display
J19 J20
To BDU cable assy

Remote alarm RS-232

Keyboard
J5

Touch Frame
Rear of keyboard
cable assy

GUI MODULE

Figure 2-69. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram –

GUI 9.4-inch LCD panels (TE GUI CPU PCB shown)

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2.4.8.2 Touch frame PCB

The touch frame PCB is responsible for detecting operator inputs on the GUI screen. Different
touch frame designs are used in the 10.4-inch GUI and the 9.4-inch GUI.
On the 10.4-inch GUI, the touch frame PCB communicates with the GUI CPU PCB using a serial
interface, and operates from a single 5V supply, drawing no more than 100mA. Infrared (IR)
transmitting LEDs are mounted on all sides of the PCB and IR detectors, at which invisible IR
light beams are aimed, are located at strategic points around the PCB. This arrangement of
LEDs and detectors define an intersecting pattern of light beams that is used to determine
the location of an input on the GUI screen. See Figure 2-70.

Photosensitive
diodes

Light-emitting
diodes

10.4” GUI 9.4” GUI

Figure 2-70. Touch Frame PCB

A micro-controller located on the touch frame PCB scans the touchscreen for operator inputs
by switching on the LEDs one at a time in a pseudo random pattern, and then sampling the
output results from the logically associated IR detectors. A complete scan of all the LEDs
occurs 39 times per second. When the GUI screen is touched, some of the light beams don’t
reach their associated IR detectors, and as a result, there is no output from those detectors
and they are considered "blocked." The microcontroller checks pairs of LEDs and IR detectors
for blocked beams, uses a mathematical coordinate conversion routine to locate the touch in
the intersecting area of light beams, and sends the information to the GUI CPU board for
processing.
To improve touch frame reliability, each LED output is received by two IR detectors. The
blocked beams are detected simultaneously in different intersecting areas providing
redundancy which allows continued operation of the touch frame in the event an LED or IR
detector burns out. During normal conditions, when all LEDs and IR detectors are functioning
properly, the redundant detectors are used to provide a more accurate output by averaging
the locations of the blocked beams.

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On the 9.4-inch GUI, the touch frame communicates with the GUI CPU PCB via a
CarrollTouch™* proprietary interface and operates from +5V and +12V supplies. Two sides of
the touch frame PCB (Figure 2-70) have rows of infrared (IR) LEDs, while their opposite sides
have corresponding rows of phototransistors. Whenever the ventilator is on, the IR touch
scanner interface on the GUI CPU PCB sequentially pulses the LEDs, creating an invisible grid
of IR light beams just in front of the display surface. The phototransistors sense these light
beams.
When the screen is touched, the light beams from certain LEDs are obstructed and do not
reach their corresponding phototransistors. The interface constantly monitors the presence,
or in this case the absence, of the IR light beams received by the phototransistors and can
thus determine the X- and Y-coordinates of the touch activation.
On both the 10.4-inch and 9.4-inch GUIs, the touch frame is attached to the face of the
display, where it is concealed behind an IR-transparent bezel (a type of enclosure that is
opaque to the eye, but that allows IR light to pass through).

2.4.8.3 Keyboard assembly with knob

A membrane keyboard assembly (Figure 2-71) is attached to the GUI CPU PCB. A software
debounce routine protects against unintended multiple keystrokes.

The multiposition knob assembly, which is part of the keyboard assembly, permits ventilator
setting selections or changes. Knob encoder/decoder circuitry on the GUI CPU PCB determines
the direction and position of the shaft based on encoder outputs.

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Figure 2-71. Keyboard assembly

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2.4.8.4 GUI LED PCB

The GUI LED PCB, shown in Figure 2-72, contains ten LED-based visual indicators and LED
drivers. These components operate under control of the GUI CPU PCB. The indicators
illuminate (backlight) specific messages/icons on the GUI LED panel.
Each indicator consists of one or more LED light bars, made up of individual LEDs. Light bars
of different sizes are used to accommodate the different-size icons that make up the
indicator panel display. The indicators are color-coded red, yellow, or green to show status.
Each indicator (except "compressor operating" and "on BPS power") includes redundant LED
strings so the indicators will stay lit if an LED bar burns out.

Figure 2-72. GUI LED PCB

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2.4.8.5 Backlight inverter PCB and LCD lamps

The 10.4-inch GUI uses two backlight inverter PCBs to convert +12V to a high-voltage AC level
that individually powers the fluorescent lamp tubes in the upper and lower displays. These
lamps backlight the LCD flat panels. Individual pulse-width modulated signals from the GUI
CPU PCB determine the magnitude of the voltage, which in turn determines the brightness of
each LCD panel. (There is no user-accessible brightness or contrast adjustment available with
color LCD panels.) The lamps on the 10.4-inch LCD panels do not require replacement.
The 9.4-inch GUI uses one backlight inverter PCB to perform the same function described
above, and controls the backlight for both LCD panels simultaneously. The LCD lamps are part
of the 10,000-hour preventive maintenance kit on the 9.4-inch GUI.

Figure 2-73. 10.4” GUI LCD panels

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LCD panels

Tube
element

Figure 2-74. 9.4-inch LCD panels and backlight tubes

2.4.8.6 GUI alarm assembly

The GUI alarm assembly (Figure 2-75), the ventilator’s primary alarm, emits alarm sounds
under control of the GUI CPU PCB.

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Figure 2-75. GUI alarm assembly

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2.4.9 BDU LED PCB

The BDU LED PCB (vent head LED
PCB), shown in Figure 2-76,
contains three LED-based visual
indicators and LED drivers. These
components operate under
control of the BD CPU PCB. The
indicators (safety valve open,
ventilator inoperative, and loss
of GUI) backlight the ventilator
head status panel. All backlights
are powered from +12 V.

Figure 2-76. BDU LED PCB

2.4.10 Inspiratory electronics PCB

The inspiratory electronics PCB (Figure 2-77 and Figure 2-78), which is housed in the
inspiratory module, serves as an electrical interface between the card cage electronics and
the electronics in the inspiratory module. The PCB contains inspiratory and atmospheric
(absolute) pressure transducers (PI and PA). It also contains an interface circuit for the oxygen
concentration sensor, which mounts to the PCB. In addition, proportional solenoid valve,
safety valve, inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1), pressure switch, and
flow sensor signals pass through the PCB.

PA

PI

Figure 2-77. Inspiratory electronics PCB

The PCB includes these circuits, which perform the indicated functions:
• The inspiratory pressure transducer (PI) senses the inspiratory pressure difference relative
to ambient air pressure. Pressure is sensed at the inspiratory module.
• The absolute pressure transducer (PA) senses absolute pressure in the inspiratory module.
It is used to determine atmospheric pressure for volume delivery.
• The oxygen sensor (OS) amplifier provides an interface for the oxygen concentration
sensor mounted on the PCB.

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Oxygen
sensor
4-072214-00
Inspiratory
pressure transducer/
autozero solenoid
(SOL1)
4-072215-SP

Blindmate connector

P2 44 pin

Inspiratory pressure transducer (P1) P10

P9
Oxygen sensor
P1
cable assy
Air Inspiratory 4-074925-00
(PSOL2) electronics PCB
4-071800-SP 4-070100-SP
Proportional solenoids Oxygen
(PSOL1)
4-071800-SP P6
P5 P3 P7 P4

Air flow
sensor (Q2)
Oxygen flow
4-072211-SP
sensor (Q1)
4-072211-SP

Oxygen flow
Air flow sensor
sensor cable assy
cable assy 4-071322-00
4-071321-00

Press switch
harness assy
4-071326-00

Air pressure Oxygen pressure

switch (PS1) switch (PS2)
4-072206-00 4-072206-00

INSPIRATORY MODULE

Figure 2-78. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – Inspiratory module

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2.4.11 Exhalation transducer PCB

The exhalation transducer PCB (Figure 2-79 and Figure 2-80), which is housed in the
exhalation module, produces a voltage signal representing the patient pressure in the
exhalation circuit. This signal is routed to the AI PCB and used by software. The expiratory
pressure transducer (PE), which is on this PCB, senses the pressure difference in the exhalation
circuit relative to ambient air pressure. The PCB uses a +10 V reference.

Figure 2-79. Exhalation transducer PCB

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Expiratory
pressure transducer/
autozero solenoid (SOL2)

Exhalation
heater assembly

Exhalation
flow sensor (Q3)

To
motherboard
Exhalation
module Exhalation I/O
cable assy cable assy

P1 J2
J13
Expiratory
Exhalation pressure transducer
valve (PE)

Exhalation
transducer PCB

EXHALATION MODULE

Figure 2-80. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – Exhalation module

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2.4.11.1 BD (continuous-tone) alarm assembly

The BD (continuous-tone) alarm assembly is shown in Figure 2-81. It is activated under the
conditions described in Section 2.4.6.2.
Under most conditions, the +5 V powers the alarm. If the +5 V sentry circuit on the AI PCB
detects a power failure, a power fail capacitor powers the alarm for a minimum of 2 minutes.

BD alarm
assembly

Figure 2-81. BD alarm assembly

2.4.12 806 Compressor unit

The 806 compressor unit’s electrical components include: AC power distribution components,
a compressor motor, and a compressor PCB. The compressor unit is shown in Figure 2-82.

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Figure 2-82. 806 compressor

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2.4.12.1 806 compressor unit AC power distribution components and motor

Mains power is applied to the compressor receptacle J4 through power relay K1 when the
power supply is on.
The AC power to the compressor unit is provided by a field-replaceable power cord plugged
into receptacle J4. The AC-powered fans (Figure 2-83), and motor receive power via the
compressor PCB and are protected from overtemperature conditions by a thermostat (TH1).
The fans operate whenever the compressor is on. Circuit breaker, CB2, protects the
compressor from over-current conditions.
The motor compressor uses a 25 μF (100 V units), 15 μF (120 V units), or a 12.5 μF (220 – 240 V,
50/60 Hz units) starting capacitor.

Figure 2-83. 806 Compressor fans

2.4.12.2 806 compressor PCB

The 806 compressor PCB (Figure 2-84, Figure 2-85, and Figure 2-86) provides electronic
control of compressor compartment devices, including the compressor motor, cooling fans,
and unloading solenoid (SOL3). It is located in the compressor compartment. The compressor
PCB’s primary function is to control the pressure of the air delivered to the ventilator when
wall air is not present or is insufficient.

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Data
cable

Pressure
transducer Power
hose cord
Solenoid
Compressor cable
cable

Fan
cables

Ground

Figure 2-84. 806 compressor PCBA installed

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The PCB includes these circuits, which perform the indicated functions:
• The flash memory circuits include a flash memory device, an elapsed time counter, and
circuits to permit serial data transfer between the AI PCB and the compressor PCB. The
counter monitors (in seconds) compressor motor operation. The counter value is
periodically read by the ventilator, which then stores the total elapsed time (in hours) in
compressor flash memory. During a power-on reset, the ventilator loads the current
compressor flash memory value into the counter. The flash memory device also contains
other compressor-specific information, including the compressor identification (ID).
• The motor start-up circuit includes a relay, timers, and logic that together orchestrate the
motor start-up sequence. This sequence involves energizing SOL3, which vents compressor
output, and then energizing the relay to apply power to the compressor. (Venting
compressor output momentarily reduces the load on the compressor.)
• The compressor pressure transducer (PC) circuit monitors accumulator pressure via several
comparators in the circuit. When a comparator detects an accumulator pressure equal to
or greater than predefined trip points, it signals the compressor control logic.
• The compressor control logic controls the motor, fans, and SOL3. It also provides
compressor status signals. Section 2.4.12.3 describes how this logic controls compressor
component operation. This logic shuts off the compressor when AC is inadequate or the
thermostat on the PCB detects overtemperature.

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COMPRESSOR PCB

J1
12 V COMPS
UNLOADING
SOLENOID SOLENOID
CKT (SOL3)

J2

FAN1

J6

FROM
AC PANEL J3

FAN2
J4

COMP COMPRESSOR
PRESS PRESS RELAY
XDUCER STARTING
(PC) CKTS CAPACITOR
J5

MOTOR
COMP
COMPRESSOR
CONTROL
HOUSING
CKTS
TO/FROM
AI PANEL

EEPROM
CKTS

COMP OVER TEMP

+5 V COMP
THERMOSTAT
+12 V COMP

Figure 2-85. 806 compressor PCB block diagram

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Replace this page and next with A3 size foldout page:

Figure 2-86. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect
diagram – Compressor unit
Remove pages 2-105 and 2-106. (Page 2-106 is also printed on the reverse side
of the foldout.)

Figure 2-86. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System interconnect diagram – Compressor unit

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2.4.12.3 806 Compressor unit operation

The 806 compressor operates in two modes: run and standby. A special start-up sequence
ensures that the motor starts with an unloaded compressor head.

2.4.12.3.1 Run mode

When AC mains power is > 80% of nominal, the compressor is available for use if wall air is
unavailable or the pressure is < 26 psig. In run mode, the compressor acts as the air source for
the ventilator, continuously supplying air to meet the ventilator’s full flow requirements
(200 L/min peak flow, 2.5 L breath volume). When accumulator pressure reaches 27 psig, SOL3
is energized, venting excess flow to assist transporting water vapor out of the air dryer. The
solenoid becomes de-energized when the pressure drops below 22.5 psig (see Figure 2-87).
This cycle repeats as pressure rises and falls in the accumulator.

2.4.12.3.2 Standby mode

The compressor enters stand-by mode when there is sufficient wall air pressure to supply the
ventilator. When the ventilator is powered up, it runs through POST and detects the presence
of the compressor. The compressor turns on and pressurizes the accumulator. During this
cycle, the green compressor ready indicator on the GUI illuminates when the accumulator
pressure reaches at least 13 psig. When the accumulator pressure reaches 27 psig, the
compressor turns off. If pressure in the accumulator drops below 22.5 psig (due to small leaks
in the system or cooling of compressed air), the compressor starts and recharges the
accumulator to 27 psig (see Figure 2-87).

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27 psig
Accumulator
pressure
22.5 psig

Compressor
motor

Standby mode: AC > 80% nominal

27 psig
Accumulator
pressure
22.5 psig

SOL3

Compressor
motor

Breath
interval

Run mode: AC > 80% nominal

Figure 2-87. Compressor operational sequence

2.4.12.3.3 Compressor start-up

Any time the compressor motor is needed (run mode), a start-up sequence (Figure 2-87)
ensures that the motor starts with an unloaded compressor head. Logic on the compressor
PCB starts a timer and energizes unloading solenoid (SOL3). Energizing SOL3 relieves pressure
on the compressor pump and, because of its orientation, prevents the accumulator from
losing pressure during start-up. After one second, a solid-state relay on the PCB is energized.
After another 0.5 seconds, SOL3 is de-energized.

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SOL3
(Dump 1 3
compressor
head
pressure)

1.0 s 0.5 s

Motor
relay

Figure 2-88. Compressor unit start-up sequence

2.5 Breath delivery

The ventilator delivers two types of breath: mandatory and spontaneous. A breath cycle
includes inspiration and exhalation phases. The ventilator uses operator settings input
through the GUI to determine breath type and parameters.
Consult the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical
Reference Manual for a clinical perspective on breath delivery.

NOTE:
• Inspiratory and expiratory flows and tidal volumes in the ventilator are
compliance-compensated and corrected to body temperature and pressure,
saturated (BTPS).
• Exhaled volumes delivered/measured by the ventilator meet specified
accuracies when conventional humidification, heated wire systems, and heat-
moisture exchangers (HMEs) are used and SST is successfully completed.

2.5.1 Inspiration
During inspiration (Figure 2-89), the exhalation valve (EV) is energized closed and gas flows
to the patient.
An inspiration is triggered when any of the following happens:
• The ventilator senses patient inspiratory effort (pressure or flow triggering).
• The ventilator’s breath timing dictates.
• The operator presses the MANUAL INSP key.
• The ventilator’s software otherwise dictates (such as apnea time-out).

NOTE:
The ventilator does not autotrigger when pressure sensitivity is greater than 2 cmH2O
or when flow sensitivity is greater than 1 L/min for pediatric patients or 1.5 L/min for
adult patients.

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Figure 2-89. Inspiration gas flow diagram

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2.5.1.1 Pressure triggering

As the patient draws gas from the patient circuit, the airway pressure drops below baseline.
When airway pressure drops below baseline by at least the value selected for pressure
sensitivity, the BD CPU initiates a patient-triggered inspiration.

2.5.1.2 Flow triggering

When flow triggering is selected, the BDU maintains a constant flow of gas through the
patient circuit (called base flow) during the latter part of exhalation. (During exhalation, the
base flow is 1.5 L/min greater than the operator-selected value for flow sensitivity.)
As the patient inspires from the base flow, the exhalation flow sensor (Q3) measures less
exhaled flow, while delivered flow (monitored by inspiration flow sensors Q1 and Q2)
remains constant. As the patient continues to inspire, the difference between the flows
measured by the inspiration and exhalation flow sensors increases. When the flow inspired by
the patient (that is, the difference between the measured flows) is equal to or greater than
the operator-selected flow sensitivity value, the ventilator declares an inspiration. (If the
patient is not inspiring, any difference between the delivered and exhaled flow is due to
sensor inaccuracy or patient system leaks.)

2.5.1.3 Time-cycling method

In some cases, the ventilator’s breath timing dictates when an inspiration is triggered. For
example, when the ventilator is in the SIMV mode, a certain minimum respiratory rate may be
guaranteed. To maintain the rate, in the absence of patient effort, the ventilator may have to
deliver ventilator-initiated mandatory (VIM) breath. This is called time-cycled inspiration. If,
however, the patient's inspiratory efforts reach the pressure or flow sensitivity setting before
the breath cycle has elapsed, the ventilator delivers a PIM.

2.5.1.4 Operator triggering

The operator can trigger an operator-initiated mandatory (OIM) breath by pressing the
MANUAL INSP key. The ventilator will not deliver an OIM during an ongoing inspiration, the
restricted phase of exhalation, or while occlusion and disconnect alarms are active.

2.5.2 Exhalation
During patient exhalation (Figure 2-90), the exhalation valve (EV) opens (maintaining PEEP)
and gas expelled from the patient is heated, filtered, and vented to the atmosphere.
The ventilator declares exhalation based on internal triggers or backup exhalation limits.
The ventilator software can trigger exhalation (internally triggered exhalation) using:
• The time-cycling method (monitoring elapsed time)
• The end-inspiratory flow method (monitoring end-inspiratory flow)
• The airway pressure method (monitoring airway pressure at the end of inspiration)
Backup limits (time, circuit pressure, and ventilator pressure) prevent inspirations of excessive
duration or pressure. If a particular breath is subject to more than one backup limit,
exhalation is triggered by whichever method goes into effect first.

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2.5.2.1 Time-cycling method

During pressure- and volume-based mandatory breaths, the time-cycling method operates.
This method uses a specified inspiratory time to terminate inspiration and transition to
exhalation. The ventilator terminates inspiration based on the set or computed value for
inspiratory time.

2.5.2.2 End-inspiratory flow method

During spontaneous breaths (with or without pressure support), the ventilator can use
measurements of end-inspiratory flow to initiate exhalation. The ventilator monitors
delivered flow throughout the inspiratory phase at flow sensors Q1 and Q2. Regardless of
whether the patient begins to exhale, delivered flow decreases due to the decreasing
pressure gradient in the patient wye measured at PE. When the flow is equal to or less than
(peak flow x ESENS %)/100, the ventilator initiates exhalation.

2.5.2.3 Airway pressure method

The ventilator can use airway pressure to initiate exhalation when spontaneous inspirations
are delivered to a patient. The ventilator monitors airway pressure throughout the
inspiratory phase at PE, and initiates a normal exhalation when the pressure equals the
inspiratory pressure target value plus an incremental value of 1.5 cmH2O, and 600 ms of the
breath have elapsed.

2.5.2.4 Time limit

The time limit applies only to spontaneous breaths, which normally have no inspiratory time
limit. If exhalation has not been triggered by the time (1.99 + 0.02 x IBW) seconds of
inspiration have elapsed, the ventilator initiates exhalation.

2.5.2.5 High circuit pressure limit

The high circuit pressure limit applies to all breaths. If the airway pressure (measured at PE)
equals or exceeds the operator-selected high circuit pressure limit during any inspiration, the
ventilator terminates the inspiration and initiates exhalation.

2.5.2.6 High ventilator pressure limit

The high ventilator pressure limit applies to volume-based mandatory breaths only. If the
inspiratory pressure (measured at PI) equals or exceeds 100 cmH2O, the ventilator transitions
to exhalation.

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Figure 2-90. Exhalation gas flow diagram

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2.6 Other hardware operations

2.6.1 Gas supply and control

To deliver its air/oxygen mixture, the ventilator needs high-pressure oxygen and air from
external sources. Oxygen comes from a bottled or wall source. Air comes from an optional
compressor unit or a bottled or wall source.
The BD CPU monitors gas source availability through oxygen and air pressure switches PS1
and PS2 and the compressor pressure transducer (PC). If a compressor is present, the
ventilator uses it as either the backup or primary air source, based on state of PS2. If the wall
air source is restricted, it is supplemented or replaced by the compressor unit without the
ventilator alarming. If either oxygen or air is totally lost, however, the ventilator alarms,
although ventilation continues on a single gas. If both gas sources are totally lost, the
ventilator enters the safety valve open (SVO) state.

2.6.2 Data monitoring

Breaths are delivered based on operator-selected ventilator settings and ventilator-
monitored parameters. Many of these monitored parameters are displayed by the upper
screen during ventilation. These parameters and their sources are listed in Table 2-4.

Table 2-4: Monitored data

Parameter Meaning Source Range

Breath type Indicates the type and phase of the Type: Control, assist, or
breath being delivered. spontaneous
Phase: Inspiration or
exhalation

Delivered O2% (O2%) Percentage of oxygen in the gas Oxygen sensor (OS) 0 to 103%
delivered to the patient. The high
and low O2% alarms are set
internally and are based on the set
O2% value.

End expiratory Pressure at end of previous breath’s Based on expiratory -20.0 to 100 cmH2O
pressure (PE END) expiratory phase. Reflects level of and inspiratory
any active lung PEEP. pressure transducer (PE
and PI) readings

End inspiratory Pressure at end of current breath’s Based on expiratory -20.0 to 130 cmH2O
pressure (PI END) inspiratory phase. If plateau is active, and inspiratory
it reflects level of end-plateau pressure transducer (PE
pressure. and PI) readings

Exhaled minute Calculated total of exhaled volumes Net flow, based on 0.00 to 99.9 L
volume (V. E TOT) for mandatory and spontaneous exhalation (Q3),
breaths for previous 1-minute oxygen (Q1), and air
interval. It is compliance- and BTPS- (Q2) flow sensor
compensated. readings

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Table 2-4: Monitored data (continued)

Parameter Meaning Source Range

Exhaled tidal volume Exhaled volume for previous Net flow, based on 0 to 6000 mL
(VTE) mandatory or spontaneous breath. It exhalation (Q3),
is compliance- and BTPS- oxygen (Q1), and air
compensated. (Q2) flow sensor
readings

NOTE:
A significant change to the O2% setting can cause the VTE (exhaled tidal volume) to
be transiently displayed as lower or higher than the actual exhaled volume. This is a
result of initial spirometry calculations and does not reflect actual volume exhaled
by the patient.

I:E ratio Ratio of inspiratory time to  1:599 and  9.99:1

expiratory time for the previous
breath, regardless of type.
Due to limitations in setting the I:E
ratio in pressure control ventilation,
the monitored data display and the
setting may not match precisely.

Mean airway pressure Average airway pressure over entire Based on expiratory -20.0 to 120 cmH2O
(PMEAN) breath cycle of previous breath, and inspiratory
regardless of type. pressure transducer (PE
and PI) readings

Maximum circuit Indicates the maximum pressure Based on expiratory -20.0 to 130 cmH2O
pressure during the previous breath, relative and inspiratory
(PPEAK) to the patient wye, including the pressure transducer (PE
inspiratory and expiratory phases. and PI) readings
Updated at the beginning of the
next inspiration.

Spontaneous minute Displays a calculated total of the Net flow, based on 0.00 to 99.9 L
volume (VE SPONT) volumes exhaled by the patient for exhalation (Q3),
spontaneous breaths for the oxygen (Q1), and air
previous 1-minute interval. Values (Q2) flow sensor
for mandatory breaths during this readings
period are not included. The
displayed value is compliance- and
BTPS-compensated. Updated at the
beginning of the next inspiration.

Total respiratory rate Displays a calculated value of the 0 to 200 breaths/min

(fTOT) number of mandatory and
spontaneous breaths delivered to
the patient for the previous
1-minute interval. Updated at the
beginning of the next inspiration.

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2.6.3 Pressure transducer autozero

The inspiratory pressure transducer (PI) is zeroed by autozero solenoid SOL1. The expiratory
pressure transducer (PE) is zeroed by autozero solenoid SOL2. The two autozero transducers
are zeroed during two consecutive breaths. The voltage corresponding to the zero pressure
differential is recorded in DRAM. The recorded voltage is used as an offset for transducers.
Figure 2-91 depicts the autozero sequence.
Autozeroing is performed at the beginning of exhalation. PI and PE require autozeroing less
often as the ventilator warms up. Autozeroing is performed every minute for 20 minutes;
every 2 minutes after 20 minutes, up to one hour; and every 5 minutes after 1 hour.

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Figure 2-91. Pressure transducer autozero mode gas flow diagram

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2.6.4 Power monitoring and power fail handling

2.6.4.1 Loss of power source

Power to the DC/DC converter in the power supply is either derived from facility AC power or
it is DC from the BPS. If AC power is available and adequate, the power supply converts it to
+31.5 V nominal and outputs it from a bulk supply. If the bulk supply’s output is insufficient
(< +31.5 V, equivalent to < 80 V AC), however, the DC/DC converter uses the or BPS power
(+19 to +30 V).
AC power loss and BPS switchover (Figure 2-92). An AC monitor generates a voltage scaled to
the AC input voltage. It feeds this AC monitor voltage to the AI PCB for reading by the
software. When this AC monitor voltage falls so that the ventilator can no longer support the
compressor, the software disables the compressor and signals from the power supply and BPS
PCB turn on the appropriate BPS battery switch. The software continually samples the BPS
status lines, and when it determines that the BPS is powering the ventilator, the ventilator
immediately annunciates a low-urgency alarm. The GUI displays the alarm messages “AC
POWER LOSS” and “Operating on battery.” (A new, fully charged BPS can power the
ventilator (BDU), excluding the compressor and humidifier, for at least 60 minutes or 30
minutes on ventilators built prior to July 2007. A new, fully charged 803 BPS can power the
ventilator for at least four hours.) When the ventilator estimates that 2 minutes of battery
power remain, the alarm level escalates to medium urgency, and the ventilator changes the
message “Operating on battery” to “Operational time < 2 minutes.”
Total loss of power. When the BPS discharges to a point where the BDU is no longer
operational (< +19.30 V), a power fail circuit in the power supply detects the loss of the bulk
supply (the input to the power supply’s main converter) and notifies the BD CPU PCB. The BD
CPU PCB in turn generates a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI). The software triggers a
continuous-tone high-urgency alarm. The capacitor-driven BD alarm is sounded. Although
the BDU is nonfunctional at this point of power loss, there is enough power for the GUI to
continue to display text and, with the LED array, the current alarm state.

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AC input < 80 V AC
level

31.50 V DC 24 V DC

Bulk
supply

24 V DC nominal 19.30 V DC
BPS or external
battery output

NMI
(generated by
power fail)

802 BPS: 60 minutes minimum (30 minutes on ventilators built prior to July 2007)
803 BPS (Four-hour battery life with new fully charged battery)

Figure 2-92. Power loss sequence

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2.6.4.2 Supply voltage monitoring

The ventilator checks for and responds to out-of-tolerance supply voltages, as follows:

Table 2-5: Out-of-tolerance supply voltages

Voltage Source Where monitored Notes

BD +5 V Power supply AI PCB • A hardware circuit checks for a low voltage. If

voltage is low, it (1) issues a global reset and (2)
sounds the BD alarm (capacitor-driven). The global
reset results in a ventilator inoperative condition
being declared. A relay, which is part of the sentry
circuit, ensures that a power fail reset occurs during
voltage transients.
• Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by
software during background and other checks.

GUI +5 V AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by

software during background and other checks.

GUI CPU PCB If voltage is low, this circuit issues a PCB reset. If
voltage is high, an NMI is generated.

BD +12 V AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by

software during background and other checks.

GUI +12 V AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by

software during background and other checks.

GUI CPU PCB If voltage is low or high, an NMI is generated.

+15 V AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by

software during background and other checks.

-15 V AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by

software during background and other checks.

+10 V reference AI PCB AI PCB Converted into a scaled voltage for reading by
software during background and other checks.

2.7 Emergency modes of operation

This section describes how the ventilator operates under unexpected conditions.

2.7.1 Safety valve open (SVO) state

The safety valve has two important functions. First, if outlet pressure exceeds the maximum
operating pressure of the patient circuit, the safety valve passively relieves the excess
pressure. The actual relief pressure varies depending on the patient flow rate. Second, if the
control system detects a catastrophic failure, the safety valve is opened and the patient can
freely breathe room air.
When the ventilator is in the SVO state (Figure 2-93), a patient can spontaneously breathe
room air and exhale. Check valves in the inspiratory and exhalation modules (CV3 and CV5)
minimize rebreathing exhaled gas during SVO. When the safety valve is commanded during
SVO, the ventilator:
• Displays the elapsed time since the loss of ventilatory support on the GUI
• Does not display patient data, including waveforms, on the GUI
• Does not detect patient circuit occlusion or disconnect conditions

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Figure 2-93. Safety valve open diagram

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2.7.2 Occlusion handling

The ventilator detects severe patient circuit occlusions to protect the patient against excessive
airway pressures over extended periods of time. The ventilator is also designed to detect
patient circuit disconnects, because they can cause the patient to receive little or no gas from
the ventilator, and require immediate clinical attention. Figure 2-94 depicts the ventilator
pneumatics during occlusion handling.

2.7.2.1 When the ventilator declares an occlusion

The ventilator declares a severe occlusion if all these are true:
• The inspiratory or expiratory tube is completely occluded.
• The ventilator EXHAUST port or device attached to it is fully blocked.
• The exhalation valve fails in the closed position (occlusion detection at the FROM PATIENT
port begins after 195 ms of exhalation have passed).
The ventilator does not declare a severe occlusion if any of these are true:
• The pressure difference between the inspiratory limb and the expiratory limb is less than
or equal to 5 cmH2O.
• Water in a lazy loop of the patient tubing (inspiratory or expiratory) does not completely
occlude the lumen.
• The exhalation valve fails in the closed position and the pressure in the exhalation limb is
less than 2 cmH2O.
• A Wright spirometer or 6 ft of silicone tubing is attached to the EXHAUST port of the
ventilator.

2.7.2.2 Occlusion detection and handling

The ventilator checks the patient circuit for occlusions during all modes of breathing (except
idle mode, safety valve open and during pressure transducer autozeroing) at every breath
delivery cycle. Once the circuit check begins, the ventilator detects a severe occlusion of the
patient circuit within 200 ms.
The ventilator checks the EXHAUST port for occlusions during the expiratory phase of every
breath (except while the ventilator is in disconnect ventilation, in the SVO condition, during
an inspiratory/expiratory pause, or during pressure transducer autozeroing). Once the
EXHAUST port check begins, the ventilator detects a severe occlusion within 100 ms.
Once a severe occlusion is detected, the ventilator annunciates an occlusion alarm. It
terminates normal ventilation and acts to minimize airway pressure by entering the safety
valve open state (PSOLs and exhalation valve de-energized and safety valve open) for
15 seconds or until inspiratory pressure drops to 5 cmH2O or less, whichever comes first. The
ventilator initiates occlusion status cycling (OSC).
While the ventilator is in OSC, it periodically attempts to deliver a pressure-based breath
while monitoring the inspiration and expiration phases for the existence of a severe
occlusion.
If the condition that caused a severe occlusion is corrected, the ventilator declares the
occlusion corrected after two complete breath cycles with no occlusion detected. The
ventilator resets the occlusion alarm and reinstates breath delivery according to current
settings.

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NOTE:
During a severe occlusion, apnea detection, expiratory pause, manual inspirations,
and maneuvers are suspended, and the PMEAN (high airway pressure) alarm limit is
disabled. The GUI does allow you to change ventilator settings.

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Figure 2-94. Pressure release, patient circuit occluded diagram

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Self Tests

3.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System built-in self
tests, including how to run them. For a listing of ventilator diagnostic codes and
messages generated during these self tests, refer to Chapter 6.

3.2 How to enter Service Mode

To access the Extended Self Test (EST) and other service functions, you must first
bring the ventilator up in Service Mode, as follows:
1. Turn on power to ventilator. (If the power is already on, turn it off, then
back on.)
2. While BDU ventilator inoperative indicator is lit and alarm briefly ceases,
press TEST button within one second. (The TEST button is located on the
right side panel.)
The ventilator automatically enters the service mode. Do not continue to
depress or cycle the TEST button while entering service mode.

3.3 Self tests and background checks

The Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System has self test capabilities that include
POST (power-on self test), SST (short self test), EST (extended self test), and
background checks. These self test operations are described in Table 3-1, and
Table 3-2 details the components tested by various self tests.

3.3.1 POST (Power On Self Test)

POST tests the integrity of the ventilator’s electronics without operator
intervention. It is executed when the ventilator is powered up, before it enters
service mode, or if the ventilator detects selected fault conditions. Breath delivery
cannot start until the ventilator completes POST with no major errors.

3.3.2 SST (Short Self Test)

The SST is a short (about 3 minutes) and simple sequence of tests that verifies
proper operation of breath delivery hardware (including pressure and flow
sensors), checks the patient circuit (including tubing, humidification device, and
filters) for leaks, and measures the circuit compliance and resistance. SST also
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checks the exhalation filter resistance. SST is a user-initiated check primarily intended for use
by the operator. The ventilator does not begin SST if it senses that a patient is connected.

3.3.3 EST (Extended Self Test)

EST is a user-initiated self test, intended to be run by the service technician, that verifies the
integrity of the ventilator’s subsystems using operator participation. EST checks the
pneumatics, memory, safety system, front panel controls, indicators, digital and analog
electronics, power supplies, transducers and options. EST requires a “gold standard” test
circuit, available from Covidien. All required software support to perform an EST is resident
on the ventilator. EST testing, excluding tests of optional equipment, such as the compressor,
takes about 15 minutes to complete.
A feature that allows the service technician to perform one or more EST tests is also included.
This feature is called Single Test EST. The service technician is allowed to test the ventilator
with any test that EST performs, and may do so in any order s/he wishes. The Single Test EST
may be run if the technician is troubleshooting the ventilator and wants to determine if a
particular part or parts may be causing problems. The ventilator software requires that when
any Single Test EST test is initiated, EST must be run in its entirety and the results must pass
before a patient may be ventilated.

NOTE:
EST must always be performed with an ADULT exhalation filter installed. Attempting
to run EST with a NeoMode filter can cause some EST tests to fail.

3.3.4 Background checks

Background checks are continually performed during ventilation. When an error is detected
during a background check, the ventilator annunciates a DEVICE ALERT alarm. As it does for
any alarm, the ventilator displays a message, invokes audio and visual alarms, and logs the
error information.
The System Diagnostic Log shows the code that triggered the DEVICE ALERT. The alarm log
also indicates that there was a DEVICE ALERT. Ventilation may or may not be affected,
depending on the severity of the condition. Some device alerts are automatically reset if the
triggering condition disappears. In general, device alerts are caused by analog device
problems.

3.3.5 When self tests are run

Several self tests may check the same component; however, these checks may not be
equivalent. For example, while POST might perform a voltage check of a component, EST
might perform a system-level test of the same component.
Table 3-1 describes the purpose of each self test and when each is run.

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Table 3-1: Self tests

Name Purpose When it is run

POST (long) Verifies the integrity of the ventilator Automatically

electronics, including compressor, if • after the user cycles power
applicable. After long POST, the ventilator • when power is restored from an
requests new patient settings. Long POST lasts inadvertent power-down, if power has
under 10 seconds. been off for 5 minutes or more1
• before the ventilator enters service mode
• after an intentional ventilator reset (for
example, after certain fault conditions are
detected, after SST or EST is run)

POST (short) Verifies the integrity of the ventilator Automatically

electronics. It does not include a full test of • after an unintentional ventilator reset
the BDU, nor a test of the compressor. Short • when power is restored after a short
POST lasts under 5 seconds. interruption (< 5 min.)1

SST A short sequence of tests intended to be run • Before patient is connected to ventilator
primarily by the operator. Checks pneumatics • After patient circuit or humidifier is
and electronics. SST also characterizes system changed
leaks and system/tubing compliance to • When ventilator is serviced
compensate during breath delivery. POST is • Every 15 days
run as part of SST, both at the start and end.

EST Tests operational integrity of ventilator, both • When ventilator is serviced

electronics and pneumatics. POST is run as • As part of ventilator performance
part of EST, both at the start and end. verification (every six months)

NOTE: NOTE:
• SST is not run as part of EST. To EST must always be performed with an
determine patient circuit adult-sized exhalation filter installed.
resistance and compliance, run Attempting to run EST with a
SST. NeoMode filter can cause some EST
• The performance verification, tests to fail.
described in Chapter 5 of this
manual, is a more thorough test
of the ventilator to verify
specifications are met.

Single Test EST One or more EST tests can be run in any order. • A singe Test EST test is run at the service
A prompt will appear on the GUI if special technician’s discretion, for troubleshooting
equipment is required. purposes. When all single Test EST tests are
completed, the technician must run EST
with passing results before a patient may
be ventilated.

Ongoing Includes these checks: memory, power supply, Automatically and continually during
background checks DC voltages, pressure transducers, analog ventilation
input validity, and more. These checks do not
disrupt normal operation.

1. POST will run only if there is no BPS installed, or if the BPS battery is discharged. Otherwise, during a temporary loss of AC power,
the vent will automatically switch to BPS power, and POST will not run.

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3.4 Power on self test (POST)

Table 3-2: Components tested by self tests

Background Service mode

Component tested POST SST EST
checks calibrations

Power supply/voltage checks

AC monitor voltage X

Supply voltages (including BDU and X X

GUI voltages)

BPS supply voltage/current X X X

BPS charging and discharging X X

BPS model X X

Patient system

Patient circuit leak X

Patient circuit occlusions/resistance X

Patient circuit compliance X

Expiratory filter occlusion/resistance X

Pneumatics

System leak X

Oxygen and air pressure switches X X

Oxygen and air flow and X X X X

temperature sensors

Oxygen and air/exhalation flow X X

sensor cross-check

Inspiratory check valve operation X

Oxygen and air PSOL current X X X X

Oxygen and air PSOL forward leak X X X

Oxygen and air PSOLs stuck open or X X X X

stuck in other position

Inspiration and exhalation pressure X X X

transducer autozero solenoids

Inspiration pressure transducer X X X X

Exhalation pressure transducer X X X X

Inspiration and exhalation pressure X X

transducer cross-check

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Table 3-2: Components tested by self tests (continued)

Background Service mode

Component tested POST SST EST
checks calibrations

Pneumatics (continued)

Oxygen sensor reading X X

Safety valve operation X

Safety valve current X X X

Safety valve opening/closing X X

Safety valve peak and cracking X

pressure

Exhalation valve motor current X X X

Exhalation valve coil temperature X X X

Exhalation valve operation X X X

Expiratory valve seal and poppet X

Expiratory valve velocity transducer X

Expiratory valve calibration check X

Exhalation manifold heater X X X

Exhalation flow sensor and X X X

temperature sensors

Compressor subsystem, including X X

timer, pressure switch, operating
states, and leak. Pressure test for
worst-case delivery.

Atmospheric pressure transducer X X X

Electronics

CPU kernel electronics (processor, X partially X

memory, real-time clock, timers and
counters)

Audio alarm and user interface X X X

sound-producing subsystem

Alarm cable (BDU) X X X

Nurse’s call relay X

+10 V reference (used by ADCs and X X X

DACs)

ADC/DAC functionality X X

Power fail capacitor X X X

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Table 3-2: Components tested by self tests (continued)

Background Service mode

Component tested POST SST EST
checks calibrations

Electronics (continued)

Keyboard X partially X

Knob X

GUI and BDU LEDs (operator test) X X

GUI and BDU audio (operator test) X X

GUI touch screen X X

Ethernet controller X X

GUI serial port X

Safety system

Ventilator inoperative signal and X X X X

safe-state verification

NOTE:
A fault identified in POST indicates that the ventilator or an associated component is
defective. A defective ventilator or associated component should be repaired before
the ventilator is returned to service, unless it can be determined with certainty that
the defect cannot create a hazard for the patient, or add to the risks which may arise
from other hazards.

There are two versions of POST: long POST, which is run when the user cycles power, and short
POST, which is run following an unintended hardware reset.

NOTE:
The graphic user interface (GUI) indicates a POST is in progress but does not indicate
a long or short POST.

The graphic user interface (GUI) and the breath delivery unit (BDU) subsystems each has its
own POST that tests the major hardware electronics systems. POST does not check the
ventilator’s pneumatics, options, or accessories that are not directly related to ventilation.
POST is designed to detect major problems before proceeding to normal ventilation, and to
provide a confidence check before a patient is connected to the ventilator.
POST routines are ordered so that each routine requires successively more operational
hardware than the last. This sequence allows POST to systematically exclude electronic
components as causes of system malfunctions.

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3.4.1 Safety
The ventilator does not provide ventilatory support to the patient during POST. The
ventilator alarms if POST lasts longer than 10 seconds or if an unexpected fault is detected.
POST is designed to minimize the delay until normal ventilation begins and to provide
immediate notification in case a fault is detected.
During POST the ventilator proportional solenoid valves (PSOLs) are closed and the
exhalation valve and safety valve are open to allow the patient to breathe room air, and the
ventilator displays a message that POST is in progress.
Once POST is complete, ventilator startup (following power-up) or normal ventilation begins,
unless service mode is requested or the ventilator detects any of the following:
• An uncorrected major system fault.
• An uncorrected major POST fault.
• An uncorrected short self test (SST) failure or non-overridden SST alert.
• An uncorrected extended self test (EST) failure or non-overridden EST alert.
• The ventilator is turned on for the first time following a software download, but has not
yet successfully completed one of the following: exhalation valve calibration, flow sensor
calibration, atmospheric pressure transducer calibration, SST, or EST.
• An uncompleted system initialization.

NOTE:
When a compressor is installed and wall air is not present, there may be a short
interval following a successful POST before the compressor achieves operational
pressures. If so, the ventilator annunciates a NO AIR SUPPLY alarm, which resets as
soon as the compressor charges the system to operational pressure.

3.4.2 POST characteristics

POST runs automatically when you cycle power to the ventilator. If possible, the ventilator
displays the revision of the installed software in the Vent Configuration screen. Each
processor in the ventilator runs its own POST. Upon completion, each processor reports its test
results to the GUI processor. POST starts with the software kernel, then tests the hardware
that directly interfaces to the kernel. POST then tests the rest of the hardware. Hardware that
is linked to each processor through a communication channel is checked once the
communication link is verified.
The main characteristics of POST are:
• The kernel of every subsystem is designed to include the smallest number of components
possible, and each kernel can run independently of the rest of the system.
• POST verifies system integrity by checking that all main electrical connectors are correctly
attached and that interfaces to all electronic subsystems (such as the keyboard or audible
alarm) are functional. POST performs all electrical hardware checks that do not require
operator intervention.
• POST checks safety hardware, such as the watchdog circuitry and bus time-out monitoring
circuitry.
• POST’s memory test preserves all data necessary to determine ventilator settings and
initializes the remaining memory to a predefined state.
• Any other processors in the system initiates its own POST and reports the test results to
the host processor.

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To ensure that there is an alarm if the central processing unit (CPU) fails, audio, visual, and
remote alarms are normally on, and turn off once system initialization (that is, the process
that occurs between POST completion and the start of ventilation) is completed and
communication is established.
An alarm turns on if POST lasts more than 10 seconds or if POST restarts three times without
completion. The 10-second timer is a redundant check in case POST fails to alarm upon
detecting a fault. The check for three restarts can detect a continuous loop, and prevents
POST from running for more than 10 seconds.

3.4.3 POST following power interruptions

If there is no BPS installed or the BPS battery is discharged, POST is invoked under the
following conditions:
• The ventilator executes long POST following a power interruption of 5 minutes or more
while the power switch is on. The ventilator runs a full POST after a long power
interruption under the assumption that the patient would have been disconnected and
ventilated by other means, and because circumstances that cause a lengthy power loss
warrant a full POST.
• The ventilator runs a short POST (which tests the BDU only) if power is interrupted for less
than 5 minutes. After a short power interruption (during which the status of the patient
cannot be assumed), the ventilator resumes normal ventilation as soon as possible, in case
the patient remains connected. Running a short POST (3 seconds or less from return of AC
power to beginning breath delivery) allows for short power interruptions due to common
events (for example, switching to generator power) that do not require a normal POST,
and assumes that a patient may still be connected to the ventilator. Short POST checks the
software kernel, verifies checksums for code, and determines what event invoked POST.

NOTE:
Covidien recommends that a BPS is always installed on the ventilator. If there is a loss
of AC power with a charged BPS installed, the ventilator will switch to the DC source
and will not run POST upon restoration of AC power.

3.4.4 POST user interface

POST includes these visual indicators:
• A Safety Valve Open (SVO) indicator signals that the ventilator is not delivering breaths.
• Discrete visual indicators on the BDU and GUI CPU PCBs that indicate the current test and
step number.
• The VENT INOP indicator on the BDU signals that the user can press TEST to trigger service
mode.
• If possible, a display of fault information in case POST detects a failure.
During the different phases of POST, specific LEDs are illuminated on the GUI LED array and
the BDU LED array. Audio, visual, and remote alarms are turned on then off after the
software kernel is verified (Phase 1) to ensure an alarm sounds if a CPU failure occurs. Refer
to Table 3-3 to see which indicators are active during each phase of POST.

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3.4.5 Structure of POST

When POST is started, two “POSTs” actually run simultaneously: the graphic user interface
(GUI) and the breath delivery unit (BDU) POSTs. These two POSTs run independently of each
other.
The following phases comprise the GUI POST and BDU POST:
Phase 1 (kernel) - Tests the microcontrollers and associated circuitry. For each POST, this
section of code resides in a single PROM along with kernel operating system and
download utility. This part of POST is not downloadable. It is identical for both the GUI
and BDU POSTs, with the exception of the rolling thunder test, which is confined to the
BDU CPU.
Phase 2 - Tests components outside of the kernel. This portion of POST differs for the GUI
and BDU subsystems.
Phase 3 - Consists of tests common to both CPUs, and those that depend on the ventilator
operating system to initialize some hardware components before the test.
Table 3-3 compares the BDU and GUI POST sequences, indicates the tests performed and
shows which indicators are active during each phase.

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Table 3-3: POST Structure

POST (7.25 seconds)

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 POST end

(2 s) (2 s) (2 s) (1.25 s)

GUI CPU POST • Initializes processor • Tests GUI on-board • Tests GUI CPU • Updates NOVRAM
• Tests power, GUI electronics, GUI 5V memory • Initializes
CPU, time of day sentry, GUI 12V management hardware
clock, kernel sentry, POST and floating
DRAM/NOVRAM, NOVRAM, bus point units,
boot PROM, timer, DRAM, download OS
interrupt timer, SAAS, Ethernet boot,
watchdog timer, controller, application boot
flash memory unexpected reset
checksum, EEPROM umpire test
checksum

No communication occurs between GUI and • GUI and BDU • Ventilator begins
BDU CPU boards during Phases 1 and 2 CPUs establish flowing air at
communication 10 L/min to check
for patient
connection

BDU CPU POST • Initializes processor • Tests BDU on- • Tests BDU CPU • Initializes
• Tests power, BDU board electronics, memory hardware
CPU, time of day VH 5V, VH 12V, management
clock, kernel POST NOVRAM, and floating
DRAM/NOVRAM, bus timer, DRAM, point units,
boot PROM, vent INOP, download OS
interrupt timer, Ethernet controller, boot,
watchdog timer, service mode application boot
flash memory switch, unexpected
checksum, EEPROM reset umpire test,
checksum, rolling • AI PCB test
thunder test • Analog devices
test:
PS1/PS2
Q1/Q2/Q3
PSOL1/PSOL2
PA/PI/PE
O2 sensor
safety valve
exhalation valve
exh. valve heater
• ADC and DAC tests
• AC voltage test

Visual and • GUI LEDs: SVO LED • GUI LEDs: all LEDs • GUI LEDs: all OFF • GUI: start-up
audible indicators ON ON except green screen displays if
• BDU LEDs: SVO LED • BDU LEDs: all LEDs “normal” POST passes
ON, loss of UI LED ON indicator • BDU: all LEDs off if
ON • BDU continuous • BDU LEDs: all POST passes
• BDU continuous tone alarm OFF OFF • No audible
tone alarm ON • GUI audible alarms/LEDs
NOTE: Prior to the alarm turned on active1
beginning of Phase 1, then off (2
all of the LEDs on the beeps if OK)
Trending-enabled GUI • BDU continuous
turn on for 200 to tone alarm
turned on and
350 ms.
off twice

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Table 3-3: POST Structure (continued)

POST (7.25 seconds) (continued)

Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 POST end

(2 s) (2 s) (2 s) (1.25 s)

AI PCB LEDs Red LED ON • Red LED ON Green LED ON Green LED flashing
(checks BD CPU
PCBA)
• Red & Green LED
ON (checks AI
PCBA)
• Red & Green LED
ON (checks 32
Analog Devices)
• Green LED ON
(checks
communication
between BD CPU
PCBA and AI PCBA)

1. This is true only if both air and O2 supplies are connected and have adequate pressure, and the patient circuit is not connected, and
no failures or fault conditions are detected by ongoing diagnostics (including POST 10 second timer).

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Table 3-4: POST outcomes

Symptoms
How to respond
What you see and hear What is happening

• POST stops. • Major failure detected. • If possible, check LEDs on

• Ventilator inoperative alarm • Ventilator inoperative BDU or GUI CPU PCBs to
(audible and visible). condition declared. determine which test failed
• Each CPU attempts to sound • Communication with other and its error code;
its own alarm. CPU prevented. troubleshoot. Otherwise,
replace BDU or GUI CPU PCB,
• No ventilation if there is a as appropriate.
BDU failure.

• POST continues to end. • Previous run of POST failed • Run EST/service ventilator.
• Ventilator inoperative and was not corrected,
alarm (audible and visible). although POST passed
• Ventilation disallowed. subsequent run.
• Ventilator inoperative
condition declared.

• Although POST ran to end, it • Run EST/service ventilator.

detected a condition
requiring service.
• Ventilator inoperative
condition declared.

• POST continues to end. • Minor fault detected. • Check System Diagnostic Log
• Ventilation proceeds. for any associated error
• A DEVICE ALERT is codes.
annunciated. • Rerun POST/EST.

3.5 SST (short self test)

Warning
• Always disconnect the ventilator from the patient before running SST. Running
SST while the ventilator is connected to the patient can injure the patient
• When running SST, make sure the patient circuit is configured exactly as it will be
used on the patient (for example, with same accessories). If accessories are
changed or added to the patient circuit after SST has completed, you must run SST
again with the new configuration installed to calculate for compliance and check
for leaks.
• An ALERT identified in SST indicates that the ventilator or an associated
component is defective. A defective ventilator or associated component should be
repaired before the ventilator is returned to service, unless it can be determined
with certainty that the defect cannot create a hazard for the patient, or add to the
risks which may arise from other hazards.

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NOTE:
• If the ventilator has not reached operating temperature from recent usage, allow
it to warm up for at least 10 minutes in service mode before running SST, to ensure
accurate testing.
• Covidien recommends that you run SST every 15 days, between patients, after a
major service or repair (refer to Table 5-2 on page 5-6), and when you change the
patient circuit. Covidien recognizes that the protocol for running SST varies widely
among health care institutions. It is not possible for Covidien to specify or require
specific practices that will meet all needs, or to be responsible for the effectiveness
of those practices.

Table 3-6 lists the tests that comprise SST. For more details about these tests and associated
diagnostic codes, see Chapter 6 of this manual. For a theory of operation of SST, consult the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual.

3.5.1 When to run SST

The operator runs SST in the following situations:
• Every 15 days, between patients
• When changing the patient circuit
• When changing the patient circuit configuration
Changes to the patient circuit configuration include:
• Changing the humidifier type
• Adding or removing an in-line water trap
• Using a different type or style of patient circuit
• Installing a new or sterilized exhalation filter
The service technician runs SST after servicing the ventilator and as needed to verify the
integrity of the bacteria filters and patient circuit.

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3.5.2 Hardware requirements

Running SST requires the equipment listed in Table 3-5.

Table 3-5: Hardware requirements for SST

Description Manufacturer or model or Covidien part number

Patient circuit Varies

NOTE:
To ensure that compliance compensation
functions correctly, the user must run SST
with the circuit configured as intended
for use on the patient.

Stopper, wye (no. 2) 4-009523-00

1Compressed
air source, 35 to 100 psi (241 to Local supplier
690 kPa) or the compressor option 806 Compressor Unit

NOTE:
Due to the excessive restriction of Air
Liquide™*, Dräger™*, and SIS air/oxygen
hose assemblies, certain SST tests may fail
when supply pressures< 50 psi (345 kPa)
are used in conjunction with these hoses.

Oxygen source, 35 to 100 psi (241 to 690 kPa) Local supplier

NOTE:
Due to the excessive restriction of Air
Liquide™*, Dräger™*, and SIS air/oxygen
hose assemblies, certain SST tests may fail
when supply pressures< 50 psi (345 kPa)
are used in conjunction with these hoses.

1. If necessary, the compressor can be used as the only gas source. However, only the gas pathway, flow sensor, and
PSOL of the single gas (air or O2) will be verified during SST.

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3.5.3 Running SST

1. If attached, remove gold standard circuit (test circuit designed for use with EST) from
ventilator. Install the patient circuit, and inhalation and exhalation filters to be used on
patient. (Figure 3-1).
Do not attach a test lung or a humidifier to the circuit at this time.

NOTE:
To ensure accurate circuit resistance measurement, check that the circuit is not
obstructed and is properly connected to the ventilator.

2. Ensure that patient is not connected to circuit and that patient wye is unblocked.
3. Turn on power switch to start normal ventilation.
4. Verify that the ventilator is operating on full AC power before running SST. If full AC
power is not present, test failures may result.
5. At Ventilator Startup screen (lower GUI screen), touch SST, then press TEST button (on
side of ventilator) within 5 seconds. Waiting longer than 5 seconds cancels the SST
prompt.

Tubing configured
for use on patient

(Block wye when

prompted by SST)

Figure 3-1. Patient circuit setup for SST

6. At SST Setup screen (lower GUI screen), select patient circuit and humidification types,
then press ACCEPT.

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Warning
Incorrectly specifying the patient circuit type or humidifier during SST setup, or
changing either type after you have run SST can affect the accuracy of compliance
calculation and the delivered and measured exhaled tidal volumes. You must rerun SST
after changing the patient circuit type, installing a new patient circuit, or after adding
or changing accessories.

NOTE:
During ventilation, the humidification type can be changed by touching the OTHER
SCREENS button, then the More Settings button. However, the preferred operation in
this case is to rerun SST after making such a change.

7. The ventilator automatically initiates the test sequence (Table 3-6).

Installation of humidifier: The SST Flow Sensor test will pause during execution and
prompt for installation of humidifier. If applicable, fill the humidifier with water and
connect as shown in Figure 3-1. (The humidifier must be filled with water to ensure
proper compliance compensation.) Press ACCEPT to continue SST.
The SST Expiratory Filter, Circuit Resistance, and Compliance Calibration tests require
your intervention, and will wait indefinitely for your response. Respond when prompted;
then press ACCEPT. Otherwise you don’t need to do anything until a test result is ALERT
or FAILURE, or SST is complete.
8. As each test is performed, the SST Status screen shows test results (see Table 3-7). SST
results can be viewed in service mode in the SST Results subscreen. You can also review
resulting error information through the EST/SST Diagnostic Log after SST is completed
(refer to Chapter 6).
9. You can touch EXIT SST during SST to halt testing. You can touch EXIT SST again to
resume testing, or press ACCEPT to restart the ventilator (if SST has not detected an
ALERT or FAILURE).

Warning
• To ensure ventilation that correctly compensates for circuit resistance and
compliance, do not exit SST and begin normal ventilation until the entire SST has
been successfully completed with the circuit to be used on the patient installed.
• To ensure reliable SST results, do not repeat an individual test with a different
patient circuit if the test result is FAILURE or ALERT. If you suspect a defective
patient circuit, restart SST from the beginning with a different patient circuit.

NOTE:
• If SST is interrupted, you can restart normal ventilation as long as no errors have
occurred that would otherwise prevent it.
• Tests that result in an alert or failure and are successfully rerun are not written into
the EST/SST Diagnostic Log if they are successfully rerun during the same SST test
sequence.

10. When all of the tests in SST are complete, the SST Status screen displays all individual test
results and SST outcome. Table 3-8 summarizes overall SST outcomes and how to proceed
in each case.

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11. To begin normal ventilation (if SST has not detected an ALERT or FAILURE), touch EXIT
SST, then press ACCEPT. The ventilator reruns POST, then displays the Ventilator Startup
screen.

Table 3-6: SST tests

Test step Function Comments

SST Flow Sensor Test 1. Verifies that at least one gas is con- When prompted, do the following:
nected. (If only one gas is connected • Make sure inspiratory filter is installed.
then only that gas pathway (flow • Connect patient circuit with inspiratory
sensor and PSOL) is verified during filter, but without the humidifier.
SST.) • Block wye.
2. Cross-checks air and oxygen flow • When later prompted, and If
sensors against exhalation flow sen- applicable, install the humidifier with
sor at four different gas flows. jar filled with water.
3. Verifies that proportional solenoid
(PSOL) command current is in range
for each test flow. NOTE:
To ensure proper compliance
compensation when using a
humidifier, make sure the jar is full
of water.

FAILURE if not passed (cannot be

overridden).

Circuit Pressure Test 1. Verifies that system is running on FAILURE if not passed (cannot be
AC. overridden).
2. Exercises air and oxygen PSOLs.
3. Checks inspiration and exhalation
autozero solenoids.
4. Cross-checks inspiration and exhala-
tion pressure transducers at various
pressures.

Circuit leak Displays drop in circuit pressure in 10 s. Overriding an ALERT could cause
(Determines ability of circuit to hold improper compliance compensation,
pressure.) inaccurate tidal volume delivery, or
autotriggering.
FAILURE reported if test detects excessive
leak.

Expiratory filter Displays pressure drop across expiratory Connect and disconnect tubing when
filter. prompted.
Overriding an ALERT could cause
inaccurate patient pressure estimation.
FAILURE if test detects exhalation
compartment occlusion, expiratory filter
occlusion or damage, or you did not
follow prompts to detach and reattach
tubing correctly.

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Table 3-6: SST tests (continued)

Test step Function Comments

Circuit Resistance Displays pressure drop across inspiratory Unblock wye when prompted.
and expiratory limbs, including effect of Overriding an ALERT could cause
all devices on each limb (filters, inaccurate patient pressure estimation.
humidifier, water traps). FAILURE if test detects excessive or low
limb resistance, or if you did not follow
the prompt to unblock the wye.

Compliance calibration Displays patient circuit compliance. Block and unblock wye when prompted.
Overriding an ALERT could cause
improper compliance compensation or
inaccurate tidal volume delivery. FAILURE
if test detects out of range compliance.

Table 3-7: SST individual test results

If the test result is: It means: Do this:

Passed No faults found. Nothing, unless prompted by the ventilator.

ALERT Test results not ideal, but not Repeat test by touching REPEAT.
critical. SST halts. Skip to next test by touching NEXT.
Repeat SST from the beginning by touching RESTART SST.
Exit SST in order to service ventilator by touching EXIT SST.

FAILURE A critical problem has been Repeat failed test by touching REPEAT.
detected, and SST cannot Repeat SST from the beginning by touching RESTART SST.
complete until the ventilator Exit SST in order to service ventilator by touching EXIT SST.
passes the failed test.

Table 3-8: Overall SST outcomes

If the SST
It means: Do this:
outcome is:

Passed All tests passed. Touch EXIT SST.

ALERT One or more faults were Repeat SST from the beginning by touching RESTART SST.
detected. If it can be determined Override ALERT, as allowed by your institution’s protocol, by
with certainty that this cannot touching OVERRIDE, followed by EXIT SST.
create a hazard for the patient,
or add to the risks which may
arise from other hazards, the
user can choose to override the
ALERT status and authorize
ventilation.

FAILURE One or more critical faults were Repeat SST from the beginning by pressing RESTART SST.
detected. A ventilator Exit SST in order to service ventilator or review error codes by
inoperative condition is declared. pressing EXIT SST.

OVERRIDDEN An ALERT status was overridden, Touch EXIT SST.

and ventilation is authorized.

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3.6 EST (extended self test)

Warning
• Always disconnect the ventilator from the patient before running EST or Single
Test EST. Running EST or Single Test EST while the ventilator is connected to the
patient can injure the patient.
• A fault identified in EST indicates that the ventilator or an associated component
is defective. A defective ventilator or associated component should be repaired
before the ventilator is returned to service, unless it can be determined with
certainty that the defect cannot create a hazard for the patient, or add to the risks
which may arise from other hazards.

NOTE:
• If the ventilator has not reached operating temperature from recent usage, allow
it to warm up for at least 10 minutes in service mode before running EST or single
Test EST to ensure accurate testing.
• Be aware that each time EST is performed, the patient alarm log is cleared.

3.6.1 Description of EST

Table 3-10 lists the tests that comprise EST. For more details about these tests and associated
diagnostic codes, see Chapter 6. For a theory of operation of EST, consult the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual.

3.6.2 When to run EST

Run EST before placing the ventilator into operation following service and as part of the
ventilator’s routine performance verification.

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3.6.3 Hardware requirements

Running EST requires the equipment listed in Table 3-9. Both air and oxygen gas are required
for the extended self testing. Always use an adult patient exhalation filter and the gold
standard circuit to conduct EST. Use of other hardware can cause some EST tests to fail.

Table 3-9: Hardware requirements for EST

Manufacturer or model or
Description
Covidien part number

Test (gold standard) circuit 4-018506-00

Stopper, wye (no. 2) 4-009523-00

Compressed air source, 241 to 690 kPa (35 to 100 Local supplier
psi) or compressor option

NOTE:
Due to excessive restriction of Air
Liquide™*, Dräger™*, and SIS air/oxygen
hose assemblies, certain EST tests may fail
when supply pressures< 50 psi (345 kPa)
are used in conjunction with these hoses.

Oxygen source, 241 to 690 kPa (35 to 100 psi) Local supplier

Adult expiratory filter and vial 4-070305-00 and 4-074647

or
Adult disposable expiratory filter with vial 4-076887

3.6.4 How to run EST

1. Ensure that the patient is NOT connected to ventilator.
2. Before running EST, you must verify the following:
• The ventilator is operating on full AC power.
• The green BPS ready LED is lit, indicating that the batteries are charged to 95% of
nominal.
• Air and oxygen gas sources are connected to the ventilator and pressures are within
the range of 35 - 100 psi (241-690 kPa).
Failure to ensure that all four conditions are true will cause EST to fail.
3. Enter service mode and initiate EST as follows:
a. Turn on power to ventilator. (If power is already on, turn it off, then back on.)
b. While BDU ventilator inoperative indicator is lit and alarm briefly ceases, press TEST
button within one second. The ventilator automatically enters the service mode. Do
not continue to depress or cycle the TEST button while entering service mode.
c. On lower screen, touch EST.
d. Install the gold standard circuit between To patient and From patient ports
(Figure 3-2). The gold standard circuit connects to an ADULT expiratory filter installed
at the From patient port. The other end of the gold standard circuit connects directly
to the To patient port: Do not install an inspiratory filter.

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Adult
expiratory
filter

Gold
standard
tube

Figure 3-2. EST setup

4. Touch the ALL TESTS button, then press ACCEPT to confirm.The ventilator automatically
starts the test sequence (Table 3-10). Some tests require your intervention, and will wait
indefinitely for your response. Others, such as the GUI Knob test and the GUI Keyboard
test, require your response within a 15-second timeout period. Failure to respond before
the timeout period expires will result in test failure or alert.
Otherwise, you don’t need to do anything until a test result is ALERT or FAILURE, or EST
is complete.
5. As each test is performed, the displays resemble those in Figure 3-3, with test data
displayed on the upper GUI. Overall test results are shown in the “Result” column (see
Table 3-11). Error codes beginning with an A indicate an alert and error codes beginning
with an F indicate a failure. You can review resulting error information through the
EST/SST Diagnostic Log after EST is completed (see Chapter 6).
6. You can touch EXIT EST during EST to halt testing. You can touch EXIT EST again to
resume testing, or press ACCEPT to restart the ventilator (if EST has not detected an
ALERT or FAILURE).

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NOTE:
• If EST is interrupted, you can restart normal ventilation as long as no errors have
occurred that would otherwise prevent it. You must press the EXIT button on the
GUI screen then the ACCEPT key to exit EST properly.
• Tests that result in an alert or failure and are successfully rerun during the same
test sequence are not written into the EST/SST Diagnostic Log.
• It may be useful to complete EST even with errors, because information on
multiple errors can facilitate troubleshooting.

7. When all of the tests in EST are complete, the Extended Self Test screen displays all
individual test results and EST outcome. Refer to Tables Table 3-10, Table 3-11, and
Table 3-12 for additional information.

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Figure 3-3. EST screens during testing

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NOTE:
The screens given above are intended as examples only. Your unit may vary slightly in
appearance.

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Table 3-10: EST tests

Test step Function Comments

Circuit Pressure Test Checks that the system is running on AC power, • Leaks or occlusions in the
prompts user to set up the vent for EST, and exercises expiratory filter or elsewhere
the PSOLs. will cause this test to fail.
Calibrates inspiratory and exhalation transducers to • Connect AC power if ventilator
atmospheric pressure. is running on battery power and
AC is not connected.
Cross-checks inspiration and exhalation pressure
• Make sure green BPS ready
transducers at various pressures. indicator is lit on GUI LED panel.
Checks inspiration and exhalation autozero • Make sure air and oxygen are
solenoids. connected.
• Remove inspiratory filter and
connect gold standard circuit as
directed.

Flow Sensors Cross Cross-checks air and oxygen flow sensors against • Leaks or occlusions in the
Check Test exhalation flow sensor at five different gas flows. expiratory filter or elsewhere
Verifies that proportional solenoid (PSOL) command will cause this test to fail.
current is in range for each test flow. Performs air/O2 • Low source gas pressures may
PSOL lift-off current calibration. also cause this test to fail.
• Exhalation flow sensor has
separate air and O2 calibration
tables. During EST, the system
uses the calibration table(s)
appropriate for the source
gas(es) used during EST.

Gas Supply/SV Test Tests air and oxygen pressure switch gross • Leaks or occlusions will cause
functionality, tests PSOL forward leak, tests safety this test to fail.
valve cracking pressure, and tests flow sensor zero • Block and unblock To patient
offsets. port as directed.
• Disconnect and reconnect air
and oxygen as directed.

NOTE:
If you are using the
compressor as the air
source, press the CLEAR key
when prompted to connect
air.

SM Leak Test Checks for system leaks by pressurizing the system • Leaks or occlusions in the
and verifying that pressure drops by no more than expiratory filter or elsewhere
5 cmH2O in 10 s. will cause this test to fail.

GUI Keyboard Test Verifies that GUI keys are functioning by prompting Press keys within 15 s when
the operator to press a key. prompted.

GUI Knob Test Verifies GUI knob rotation direction by prompting Turn GUI knob as prompted, within
the operator to rotate the knob in one direction, 15 s.
then the other.

GUI Lamp Test Verifies that GUI LEDs are functioning by prompting Observe GUI indicators and press
the operator to acknowledge that the LEDs are ACCEPT (if on) or CLEAR (if not on).
turned on.

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Table 3-10: EST tests (continued)

Test step Function Comments

BD Lamp Test Verifies that BDU lights are functioning. Observe BDU indicators and press
ACCEPT (if on) or CLEAR (if not on).

NOTE:
The ventilator inoperative and safety valve
open LEDs on the GUI are hard-wired to the
BDU and are considered BDU LEDs.

GUI Audio Test Verifies that GUI audio is functioning by prompting Listen for GUI audio. Press ACCEPT
the operator to listen for the alarm sound. (if on) or CLEAR (if not on).

GUI Nurse Call Verifies that nurse’s call relay is functioning. If not testing nurse’s call, press
CLEAR. If testing nurse’s call, press
ACCEPT, then verify nurse’s call
operation as prompted.

BD Audio Test Verifies that BDU audio is functioning. Also verifies Listen for BDU audio alarm.
that power fail capacitor can operate loss-of-power
alarm for at least 2 minutes.

PSOL Loopback Test Checks PSOL loopback and command currents at

three different points by comparing the difference
between the two currents with the maximum
allowable difference.

Safety System Test Tests safety valve and inspiratory check valve
operation by checking for occlusions when the safety
valve is open, checking safety valve loopback current,
and checking inspiratory check valve reverse flow.

Exp Valve Loopback Checks exhalation valve loopback and command

Test current at three different points by comparing the
difference between the two currents with the
maximum allowable difference.

Exp Valve Seal Test Verifies that exhalation valve seal and poppet friction
are acceptable.

Exp Valve Test Verifies that current versus pressure values in flash
memory correspond with actual installed exhalation
valve.

EV Velocity Transducer Checks that the velocity transducer is sending a signal

Test and that the control circuit recognizes the signal. It
does not verify the quality of the signal.

Exp Heater Test Verifies that gas flow temperature increases and
decreases in response to commanding the heater on
and off.

Compressor Test Tests compressor operation. This test checks the timer, • If wall air is connected,
compressor pressure switch, and compressor disconnect wall air as directed.
operating states (run, standby, and disabled). • If AC is not connected, connect
AC power as directed.

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Table 3-10: EST tests (continued)

Test step Function Comments

Compressor Leak Test Verifies that a fully charged compressor (if installed) • Disconnect and connect wall air
does not leak enough to cause the compressor to as directed.
turn on within 1 minute while in standby mode with
wall air connected.
NOTE:
If you are using the
compressor as the air
source, press the CLEAR key
when prompted to connect
wall air.

• Test takes 1 minute to complete.

Analog Data Display Reads and displays analog data channels in O2 sensor data is displayed in DAC
engineering units. counts.

GUI Touch Test Checks for GUI touch screen errors.

GUI Serial Port Test Verifies that GUI serial port can send and receive
data.

Battery Test With AC disconnected, tests BPS under discharging Test takes 5 minutes to complete.
and charging conditions.

Table 3-11: EST individual test results

If the test
It means: Do this:
result is:

Passed No faults found. Nothing, unless prompted by the ventilator.

ALERT Test results not ideal, but not Repeat test by touching REPEAT.
critical. EST halts. Skip to next test by touching NEXT.
Repeat EST from the beginning by touching RESTART EST.
Exit EST in order to service ventilator or review error codes by
touching EXIT EST.
In Single Test EST, touching “NEXT” allows you to choose
another test to run.

FAILURE A critical problem has been Repeat failed test by touching REPEAT.
detected, and EST cannot Skip to next test by touching NEXT.
complete until the ventilator Repeat EST from the beginning by touching RESTART EST.
passes the failed test.
Exit EST in order to service ventilator or review error codes by
touching EXIT EST.
In Single Test EST, touching “NEXT” allows you to choose
another test to run

NEVER RUN New ventilator software has Run EST by touching the ALL TESTS button.
(This message been downloaded or a Single
appears in the Test EST was run.
Ventilator Test
Summary)

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Table 3-11: EST individual test results (continued)

If the test
It means: Do this:
result is:

Outcome: ALL Single Test EST test was initiated. Run EST by touching the ALL TESTS button.
TESTS required You must run EST with a passing
(This message result to resume ventilation.
appears in the
Diagnostic Code
log)

Table 3-12: Overall EST outcomes

If the EST
It means: Do this:
outcome is:

Passed All tests passed. Touch EXIT EST.

ALERT One or more faults were Repeat EST from the beginning by touching RESTART EST.
detected. Override the alert in order to service ventilator or review error
codes by touching OVERRIDE, followed by EXIT EST.

NOTE:
Although you can override an alert in EST, normal
ventilation is not allowed until the problem is
corrected and all EST tests passed.

FAILURE One or more critical faults Repeat EST from the beginning by touching RESTART EST. Exit EST
detected. A ventilator in order to service ventilator or review error codes by touching
inoperative condition is EXIT EST.
declared.

OVERRIDDEN ALERT status was overridden. Touch EXIT EST.

3.6.5 How to run Single Test EST

Before running Single Test EST, you must verify the following:
• Ensure that the patient is NOT connected to ventilator.
• The ventilator is operating on full AC power.
• The green BPS ready LED is lit, indicating that the batteries are charged to 95% of
nominal.
• Air and oxygen gas sources are connected to the ventilator and pressures are within
the range of 35 - 100 psi (241-690 kPa).
Failure to ensure that all four conditions are true may cause Single Test EST (depending
upon which test(s) are run) to fail.
1. Enter service mode and initiate single Test EST as follows:
2. Turn on power to ventilator. (If power is already on, turn it off, then back on.)
3. While BDU ventilator inoperative indicator is lit and alarm briefly ceases, press TEST
button within one second. The ventilator automatically enters the service mode. Do not
continue to depress or cycle the TEST button while entering service mode.
4. On lower screen, touch EST.
5. Touch the data button to the left of the test you would like to perform.

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6. Touch the SINGLE TEST button, then press ACCEPT to confirm.

NOTE:
If special equipment for the particular test you selected is needed, the GUI prompts
you to install the equipment.

7. If you have completed Single Test EST tests, and the test(s) passed, run the full suite of
EST tests (Section 3.6.4). If failures occur, repair the ventilator and run EST.
8. If a test fails or completes with an ALERT outcome, REPEAT to retry the test, touch
“NEXT” to choose another test, or exit Single Test EST by touching the EXIT button.

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Service Mode

The Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System operates in two modes: Patient
Ventilation and Service Mode. The Service Mode is intended for use by a trained
service technician to aid in ventilator testing and troubleshooting and to perform
system calibrations.
This chapter details the Service Mode, including prompts and expected system
responses. It also includes how to calibrate the oxygen sensor, which is required
during almost all service operations, but occurs outside of Service Mode.

Warning
Do not enter the Service Mode while a patient or other person is connected
to the ventilator. To do so may cause patient injury or death. Normal
ventilator operation is not accessible while in the Service Mode.

4.1 Accessing Service Mode

Access Service Mode as follows:
1. Ensure a patient is not attached to ventilator and that the patient circuit is
disconnected.
2. Turn on power to ventilator. (If power is already on, turn it off, then back
on.)
3. While audible alarm briefly ceases and BDU ventilator inoperative indicator
is lit, press and release the TEST key within one second. (The TEST key is
located on the left side of the BDU above the GUI cable connection.)
The ventilator automatically enters the Service Mode. Do not hold TEST
button in while entering Service Mode.
4. At the Service Mode screen, touch the desired selection, then follow
on-screen prompts (see Figure 4-1).

NOTE:
During Service Mode startup, certain functions may automatically execute
to program data into BDU and/or GUI NOVRAM. Refer to Section 4.2.11
for details. While in the Service Mode, normal ventilation is not allowed.
Service Mode

Figure 4-1. Service Mode screens

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4.2 Service Mode functions

Table 4-1 summarizes the ventilator’s Service Mode functions. Figure 4-2 shows how to
navigate among the functions.
It is important to always run the first four EST tests before performing any ventilator sensor
calibrations. All system leaks must be eliminated before proceeding with any calibrations.

Table 4-1: Service Mode functions

Function Purpose

Upper screen

SST RESULT Displays the latest SST test results, including test name, date and time each test was
last run, individual test results, and overall test outcome.

NOTE:
When reviewing SST results, be aware that not all of the results for each SST
test may be from the same date and time run.

DIAG LOG Displays the contents of System Diagnostic Log, System Information Log, and
EST/SST Diagnostic Log.

Alarm log Displays the history of most recent ventilator alarms for the previous patient.

NOTE:
Running EST or selecting New Patient will erase this log.

VENT CONFIG Displays software revisions and serial numbers. Software revisions displayed
include: GUI and BDU boot PROM and application software as well as GUI audible
alarm subsystem (SAAS). Serial numbers displayed are for BDU, GUI, and compressor
unit (if installed); these serial numbers are read from the data key and compressor
(if installed).

OPERATION TIME Displays accumulated ventilator and compressor operational time, in hours.

TEST SUMMARY Displays the latest EST and SST test results, including date and time each was last
run and overall test outcome.

Lower screen

EST Displays the details of the last EST run. Runs EST to thoroughly test the operational
integrity of the ventilator, both electronics and pneumatics.

DATE/TIME Adjusts current date and time and allows the user to select a date format.

EXIT Exits Service Mode.

Other Screens Performs miscellaneous service, test, and calibration functions.

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Alarm Log VENT OPERATION TEST

SST RESULT DIAG LOG CONFIG TIME SUMMARY

Software Ventilation EST and SST

revisions hours test outcomes
Serial numbers Compressor Service Mode
hours test outcomes
System System EST/SST
Diagnostic Information Diagnostic
Log Log Log

UPPER SCREEN

DATE/TIME EXIT Other

EST Screen

Flow Atmospheric Serial

Service External Exp Valve Vent Inop Pressure Data key Loopback
Mode Test Calibration Sensor Transducer Update Test (10.4 GUI
Test Calibration
Setup Control Calibration only)

Compact
Flash Test*

Nominal External
Line Pressure
Control Unit
Voltage Baud Rate

*Only available if Trending option is installed.

LOWER SCREEN

Figure 4-2. Service Mode functions

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4.2.1 SST RESULT: Displaying SST results

This function lets you read the latest SST test results, including: test name, date and time each
test was last run, individual test results, and overall test outcome.

NOTE:
SST lets you exit and resume patient ventilation if required. Thus, the results shown
are not necessarily all from the same SST run. If a partial SST run is performed, the
results of the first few tests might be more recent than the results of later tests.

4.2.2 DIAG LOG: Displaying error and status logs

NOTE:
System Diagnostic Information and EST/SST Diagnostic logs can only be erased by
using the Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Breath Labs Software. The alarm log is
automatically erased each time a new patient is setup is selected and when EST is run.

This function lets you read the contents of the ventilator’s error and status logs. The logs are
as follows:
• The System Diagnostic Log (Figure 4-3) stores data on unexpected conditions detected
during POST, background checks. This includes alerts and failures.
• The System Information Log (Figure 4-4) stores data on ventilator events, including details
on GUI/BDU communication.
• The EST/SST Diagnostic Log (Figure 4-5) stores data on overall test outcomes and events
during SST and EST.

Figure 4-3. System diagnostic log

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Figure 4-4. System Information Log

Figure 4-5. EST/SST Diagnostic Log

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4.2.3 Alarm log: Displaying the alarm history

This function lets you read the history of the most recent ventilator alarm events. This
includes such information as autoreset, user reset, alarm silence, and changes in urgency. The
alarm log is automatically cleared when a new patient setup is completed. When you exit the
Service Mode to start ventilation, a new patient setup is required.
See Chapter 7 to interpret the events in the alarm log.

4.2.4 VENT CONFIG: Displaying software revisions and serial numbers

This function displays software revisions and serial numbers. Software revisions displayed
include: GUI and BDU boot PROM and application software as well as GUI audible alarm
subsystem (SAAS). Serial numbers displayed are for BDU, GUI, and compressor unit (if
installed); these serial numbers are read from the data key.

4.2.5 OPERATION TIME: Displaying ventilator and compressor elapsed hours

This function displays accumulated ventilator and compressor operational time, in hours. This
helps determine when preventive maintenance is needed.

4.2.6 TEST SUMMARY: Displaying results from EST and SST

This function displays the latest EST and SST overall test outcomes, including date and time
each was last run.

4.2.7 EST: Extended self test

This function lets you run the full EST. It shows details of the last execution of each individual
EST test. For details on the EST function and other ventilator testing, refer to Chapter 3.

NOTE:
The performance verification, described in Chapter 5 of this manual, is a more
thorough test of the ventilator to verify it meets specifications.

4.2.8 DATE/TIME: Adjusting date and time

This function lets you adjust the current date and time. You may also select the format of the
date displays on the ventilator. Any change is recorded in the information and diagnostic
logs.
The following date formats are available:
DD MMM ‘YY (DD.MM) (default)
‘YY MMM DD (MM-DD)
‘YY/MM/DD (MM-DD)
MM/DD/’YY (MM-DD)
MM/DD/’YY (MM/DD)
DD/MM/’YY (DD.MM)
The date formats shown in parentheses appear in the Trending graph and table screens if the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Trending software option is installed.
If you make a change to the date format while viewing the SST Result Log or Test Summary,
the time stamps do not update until the screen is closed and re-opened.

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4.2.9 EXIT: Exiting Service Mode

This function lets you exit the Service Mode.

4.2.10 Other screens

This function (Table 4-2) lets you perform miscellaneous service, test, and calibration
functions. Table 5-2 tells you when and in what order to perform these functions.

Table 4-2: Other screens

Function Purpose

Service Mode Setup Lets you adjust nominal line voltage lower limit, baud rate for RS-232 port, and lets
you choose the unit for display of pressures (cmH2O or hPa).

External Test Control Lets you test the ventilator using a computer, Breath Labs 840 VTS Software, and
PTS 2000 tester, to run performance verification. Also used to download new
application software to the Puritan Bennett™ 840 ventilator.

Exp Valve Calibration Performs calibration. For use after a new exhalation valve, AI PCB, or BD CPU PCB is
installed, or as part of the performance verification.

Vent Inop Test Exercises ventilator inoperative circuitry during five test phases.

Flow Sensor Calibration Performs calibration. For use after a flow sensor replacement or as part of the
performance verification.

Atmospheric Pressure Performs calibration. For use after an Inspiratory or Expiratory Electronics PCB
Transducer replacement, new vent installation, if the vent has been moved ± 1000 feet in
elevation, or as part of the performance verification.

Data key Update Transfers the operational hours from the ventilator to the new data key. For use
after software options have been installed.

Serial Loopback Test (10.4-inch Tests the serial communication ports on the 10.4-inch GUI.
GUI only)

Compact Flash Test Only available if Trending software option is installed. Performs internal diagnostics
and functional tests of the compact flash memory on the TE GUI CPU PCB.

4.2.10.1 Service Mode Setup

This function lets you adjust the settings indicated in Table 4-3.

Table 4-3: Service Mode Setup

Function Purpose

Nominal Line Voltage Nominal line voltage lower limit. This setting is used to detect low power alarm
conditions. It has no direct effect on power supply function. Improper line voltage
settings will cause a Device Alert, preventing normal operation. You must run EST
to reset this Device Alert.

External Control Baud Rate For GUI RS-232 port. The baud rate takes effect when you restart the ventilator in
the Service Mode.

Pressure Unit Unit for display of pressures (cmH2O or hPa).

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4.2.10.2 External Test Control: Performing remote ventilator testing

This function lets you test the ventilator using a computer to conduct the ventilator
performance verification. Refer to Chapter 5 for details. When the External Text Control
mode is active, press the Other Screens button or power the ventilator off then on to exit the
function.

4.2.10.3 Exp Valve Calibration

NOTE:
• If the ventilator has not reached operating temperature from recent usage, allow
it to warm up for at least 10 minutes in Service Mode before performing this
calibration, to ensure a successful calibration.
• Ensure that the ventilator has passed the Leak Test in EST prior to performing this
calibration.

This function builds the exhalation valve calibration table. This table lists exhalation valve
DAC commands versus exhalation pressure. The exhalation valve calibration requires a gold
standard test circuit and lasts approximately 3 minutes.
If the calibration fails, try rerunning it. If it continues to fail, refer to Table 4-4 to troubleshoot
any errors. Run EST to assist in troubleshooting.

NOTE:
A system leak is a common source of failure, particularly expiratory filter leaks. Make
sure the expiratory filter collector vial is secured tightly, the drain port is capped, and
the filter is mounted securely to the ventilator. Make sure the test circuit is securely
attached.

4.2.10.3.1 Running Exp Valve Calibration

1. Make sure patient is not connected to the ventilator.
2. Enter Service Mode and select the Other Screens button.
3. Ensure air and oxygen are connected to the ventilator.
4. Connect the gold standard circuit between the To Patient and From Patient ports.
(Do not use a patient filter.)
5. On the lower screen, select the Exp Valve Calibration button.
6. Press the Start button.
7. Press ACCEPT.
The ventilator automatically starts the calibration. When the calibration is complete, press
the Other Screens button again to return to the Other Screens menu.

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Table 4-4: Exhalation valve calibration errors

Message displayed Error type Additional information Corrective action

AC power not connected Failure Verify AC power is connected. 1. Connect AC power.

2. Check the connector on the AC
blindmate cable. Replace the
cable if necessary.
3. Replace the power supply.

Bad exp valve loopback Failure Exhalation valve and/or analog 1. Clean the exhalation valve if
current interface PCB may be out of inspection warrants and re-run
specification. the calibration.
2. Replace the exhalation valve.

Both insp and exp Failure Analog Interface PCB may be out of 1. Replace the AI PCB.
autozero failed specification. 2. Replace the BD CPU PCB.

Calibration failed: Failure Exhalation valve and/or analog 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
current limit exceeded interface PCB may be out of occlusions.
specification. 2. Verify expiratory module
connections.
3. Clean the exhalation valve.
4. Replace the exhalation valve.

Calibration failed: gain Failure Exhalation valve and/or analog 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
resolution interface PCB may be out of occlusions.
specification. 2. Verify expiratory module
connections.
3. Clean the exhalation valve.
4. Replace the exhalation valve.

Calibration failed: Failure Verify that gold standard circuit is 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
Pressure build time-out. still connected and expiratory filter occlusions.
is locked in place. Verify that seal is 2. Run EST circuit pressure and leak
placed over collector vial drain and tests.
vial is securely fastened to 3. Clean the exhalation valve.
expiratory filter. 4. Replace the exhalation valve.
5. Replace expiratory pressure
transducer.
6. Replace inspiratory pressure
transducer.

Exhalation valve Failure Expiratory pressure transducer DAC 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
pressure transducer count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. occlusions.
autozero failed 2. Replace expiratory pressure
transducer autozero solenoid.
3. Replace expiratory pressure
transducer.

Exhalation valve Failure Exhalation valve temperature out of 1. Verify that the ventilator has
temperature out of range. warmed up for at least 10 minutes
range in Service Mode.
2. Replace exhalation valve.
3. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 4-4: Exhalation valve calibration errors (continued)

Message displayed Error type Additional information Corrective action

Flow sensor cross-check: Failure Flow controller is not able to 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
unable to establish flow establish a 5 L/min test flow via the occlusions.
air flow sensor. 2. Swap air flow sensor (Q2) and
oxygen flow sensor (Q1). If
calibration passes, replace Q2.
3. Swap air PSOL (PSOL2) and
oxygen PSOL (PSOL1). If
calibration passes, replace PSOL2.
4. Replace expiratory flow sensor
(Q3).

Flow sensor cross-check Failure Expiratory air flow is out of range 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
failed with respect to the 5 L/min occlusions.
inspiration-controlled test flow. 2. Exit exhalation valve calibration
Verify gold circuit is connected. and perform flow sensor
Check for expiratory filter leaks. calibration.
3. Swap air flow sensor (Q2) and
oxygen flow sensor (Q1). If
calibration passes, replace Q2.
4. Swap air PSOL (PSOL2) and
oxygen PSOL (PSOL1). If
calibration passes, replace PSOL2.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor
(Q3).

Flow sensor info invalid Failure Flow sensor calibration table 1. Re-run flow sensor calibration.
checksum error occurred. 2. Replace expiratory flow sensor
(Q3).
3. Replace air flow sensor (Q2).

Inspiratory autozero Failure Inspiratory pressure transducer DAC 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
failed count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. occlusions.
2. Replace inspiratory autozero
solenoid (SOL1).
3. Replace inspiratory pressure
transducer.

No air connected Failure Wall and compressor air pressure 1. Verify air is connected.
switches detect no air connected. 2. Replace air pressure switch (PS2).

Pressure sensor cross- Failure Pressurization algorithm is unable to 1. Check for expiratory filter leaks.
check: unable to build pressurize system to one or more of 2. Replace inspiratory pressure
pressure five test pressures via the inspiratory transducer.
pressure transducer.

Pressure sensor cross- Alert Pressure cross-check alert occurred 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
check alert: approaching at one or more of five test pressures, occlusions.
spec limit no cross-check failures occurred. 2. Replace inspiratory pressure
transducer.
3. Replace expiratory pressure
transducer.

Pressure sensor cross- Failure Pressure transducer cross-check 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
check failed failed at one or more of these five occlusions.
test pressures (5, 25, 50, 75, and 2. Verify adequate supply pressure.
100 cmH2O). 3. Replace inspiratory pressure
transducer.
4. Replace expiratory pressure
transducer.

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Table 4-4: Exhalation valve calibration errors (continued)

Message displayed Error type Additional information Corrective action

Unable to establish flow Failure Flow controller is not able to 1. Verify that there are no leaks or
establish a 5 L/min test flow via the occlusions.
expiratory flow sensor. 2. Exit exhalation valve calibration
and perform flow sensor
calibration.
3. Swap air PSOL (PSOL2) and
oxygen PSOL (PSOL1). If
calibration passes, replace PSOL2.
4. Swap air flow sensor (Q2) and
oxygen flow sensor (Q1). If
calibration passes, replace Q2.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor
(Q3).

Unable to program flash Failure Unable to program calibration table 1. Check BDU +12 V supply and BD
into BDU NOVRAM. CPU PCB.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.
4. Replace AI PCB.

4.2.10.4 Vent Inop Test

This function exercises the ventilator inoperative circuitry.

4.2.10.4.1 Running the Vent Inop Test

1. Enter Service Mode and select the Other Screens button.
2. Ensure air and oxygen are connected to the ventilator.
3. Connect the gold standard circuit between the To Patient and From Patient ports.
4. Select the Vent Inop Test button and press ACCEPT.
5. The Vent Inop Test is composed of the phases indicated in Table 4-5. At the end of each
test phase, turn the ventilator power off, then on and restart Service Mode as instructed.
Observe the audio and visual alarms and respond as prompted.

Table 4-5: Vent Inop Test phases

Test phase Vent inop indicators tested

GUI Vent Inop test 1. BDU alarm on (user prompt).

2. Ventilator inoperative and safety valve open LEDs on (user
prompt).
3. PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve inactive.

Vent Inop A test PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve inactive.

Vent Inop B test PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve inactive.

Vent Inop A ten second test PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve inactive.

Vent Inop B ten second test PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve inactive.

If a test phase fails (“Vent Inop Test failed” message in lower screen), powering the ventilator
down and back up into Service Mode will invoke the normal Service Mode. Troubleshoot as
indicated in Table 4-6. You must repeat the Vent Inop Test and pass it with no failures before
ventilation is allowed.

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Table 4-6: Vent Inop Test troubleshooting

Test phase Type of failure Corrective action

GUI vent inop test phase BDU alarm (alone) Check BDU alarm or AI PCB.

Ventilator inoperative or SVO LED Check appropriate BDU or GUI LED

failure (alone) panel, BD CPU PCB, BDU-GUI cable,
or GUI CPU PCB.

NOTE:
The BD CPU PCB controls the
ventilator inoperative and
safety valve open LEDs on
both the BDU and GUI CPU
PCBs, sending the two LED
signals to the GUI via the
BDU-GUI cable.

BDU alarm and ventilator Check BDU-GUI cable, GUI LED PCB,
inoperative and safety valve open or GUI CPU PCB.
LEDs

PSOLs/exhalation valve/safety valve Check BD CPU PCB or AI PCB. If alarm

inactive and/or LED failure occurred also,
check BDU-GUI cable, GUI CPU.

Any other test phase Any Check BD LED PCB, BD alarm, BD CPU
PCB or AI PCB.

4.2.10.5 Flow Sensor Calibration

NOTE:
• If the ventilator has not reached operating temperature from recent usage, allow
it to warm up for at least 10 minutes in Service Mode before performing this
calibration, to ensure a successful calibration.
• It is very important that the ventilator passes the leak test during EST prior to
running a flow sensor calibration.
• A system leak is a common source of failure, particularly expiratory filter leaks.
Make sure the expiratory filter collector vial is secured tightly, the drain port is
capped, and the filter is mounted securely to the ventilator. Make sure the test
circuit is securely attached.
• Use both air and oxygen gas sources to run Flow Sensor calibration. Ensure gas
source is capable of supplying 200 L/min.

This function builds a table of expiratory flow sensor (Q3) offsets. The flow sensor calibration
requires a gold standard test circuit.
If the calibration fails, make sure that the test circuit is attached and that the expiratory filter
is securely connected and free of leaks, then try rerunning it. If the calibration continues to
fail, refer to Table 4-7 to troubleshoot any errors.

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4.2.10.5.1 Running Flow Sensor Calibration

1. Enter Service Mode.
2. Ensure both air and oxygen are connected to the ventilator.
3. Connect the gold standard circuit between the To Patient and From Patient ports.
4. Ensure that there are no leaks or occlusions by running EST and ensure that the
ventilator passes the EST Leak Test. Once this test has passed, exit EST.
5. Select the Other Screens button.
6. Select Flow Sensor Calibration.
7. Press the Start button and press ACCEPT.
The ventilator automatically starts the calibration. When the calibration is complete, press
the Other Screens button again to return to the Other Screens menu.

Table 4-7: Flow sensor calibration errors

Message displayed Error type Additional information Corrective action

AC power not Failure Verify AC power is connected. 1. Connect AC power.

connected 2. Check the connector on the AC
blindmate cable. Replace the cable if
necessary.
3. Replace the power supply.

Air offset out of range Failure Determines maximum air flow 1. Monitor air pressure at TP2 with regu-
capability in 500 ms. Measures lator calibration hose, P/N 4-079050-00
inspiratory and expiratory flow to ensure adequate supply pressure.
offsets at maximum flow, then 2. Swap air PSOL (PSOL2) and oxygen
decreases to 1 L/min in 1 L/min PSOL (PSOL1). If calibration passes,
increments. replace PSOL2.
3. Swap air flow sensor (Q2) and oxygen
flow sensor (Q1). If calibration passes,
replace Q2.
4. Try installing a known good
inspiratory module. If calibration
passes, replace inspiratory electronics
PCB. If calibration fails, replace
inspiratory module blindmate cable.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor (Q3).
6. Replace AI PCB.

Cannot achieve Failure System cannot sustain a 1. Monitor air pressure at TP2 with regu-
minimum air flow minimum 60 L/min flow. lator calibration hose, P/N 4-079050-00
to ensure adequate supply pressure.
2. Swap air PSOL (PSOL2) and oxygen
PSOL (PSOL1). If calibration passes,
replace PSOL2.
3. Swap air flow sensor (Q2) and oxygen
flow sensor (Q1). If calibration passes,
replace Q2.
4. Try installing a known good
inspiratory module. If calibration
passes, replace inspiratory electronics
PCB. If calibration fails, replace
inspiratory module blindmate cable.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor (Q3).
6. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 4-7: Flow sensor calibration errors (continued)

Message displayed Error type Additional information Corrective action

Cannot achieve Failure System cannot sustain a 1. Monitor oxygen pressure at TP1 with
minimum O2 flow minimum 60 L/min flow. Check regulator calibration hose,
oxygen supply pressure and P/N 4-079050-00 to ensure adequate
REG1. supply pressure.
2. Swap oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) and air
PSOL (PSOL2). If calibration passes,
replace PSOL1.
3. Swap oxygen flow sensor (Q1) and air
flow sensor (Q2). If calibration passes,
replace Q1.
4. Try installing a known good
inspiratory module. If calibration
passes, replace inspiratory electronics
PCB. If calibration fails, replace
inspiratory module blindmate cable.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor (Q3).
6. Replace AI PCB.

No air connected Failure Wall air pressure switch (PS2) Verify air is connected.
detects no air connected.

No O2 connected Failure Oxygen pressure switch (PS1) Verify oxygen is connected.

detects no oxygen connected.

O2 offset out of range Failure 1. Replace oxygen flow sensor 1. Monitor oxygen pressure at TP1 with
(Q1). regulator calibration hose,
2. Replace expiratory flow P/N 4-079050-00 to ensure adequate
sensor (Q3). supply pressure.
3. Replace AI PCB. 2. Swap oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) and air
PSOL (PSOL2). If calibration passes,
replace PSOL1.
3. Swap oxygen flow sensor (Q1) and air
flow sensor (Q2). If calibration passes,
replace Q1.
4. Try installing a known good
inspiratory module. If calibration
passes, replace inspiratory electronics
PCB. If calibration fails, replace
inspiratory module blindmate cable.
5. Replace expiratory flow sensor (Q3).
6. Replace AI PCB.

4.2.10.6 Atmospheric Pressure Transducer calibration

NOTE:
When calibrating the atmospheric pressure transducer, make sure that the pressure in
the room is stable and not subject to pressure changes caused by door closures, heavy
foot traffic, or the startup of an air conditioning system. Any such environmental
changes will result in an incorrect adjustment being made to the ventilator.

This function calibrates the atmospheric pressure transducer using an external barometer.
Refer to Table 1-10 for barometer accuracy specifications.

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Allow the barometric pressure reading to stabilize, then touch the button and turn the knob
to enter the pressure (in mmHg) measured by this external barometer, as prompted.
(1 mmHg = 1.333 mbars = 133.33 Pa = 0.019 psia.)
If the calibration displays the Atmospheric Pressure Transducer OOR (out of range) message,
try rerunning it, making sure you correctly enter the barometric pressure. If the calibration
continues to fail, try rerunning EST, then replacing the inspiratory pressure transducer
autozero solenoid (SOL1), the inspiratory electronics PCB, and then the AI PCB.

4.2.10.7 Data key Update

A new data key is supplied when software options are added to the ventilator. This data key
must be updated with the correct ventilator operational hours after the software containing
the options has been downloaded, serial number setup is complete, and all calibrations
performed.

NOTE:
If the data key is updated before calibrations have been run, the operational hours
will be lost or become corrupted.

4.2.10.7.1 Running Data key Update

1. Enter Service Mode.
2. Press the Other Screens button.
3. Press the Data key Update button.
4. Follow the prompts.
5. When you have completed the update, exit Service Mode and check the operational
hours by pressing the Other Screens button, then the Operational Time Log button. The
correct operational hours should be displayed.
If the wrong operational hours are displayed, refer to Table 4-8 to correct the problem.

Table 4-8: Data key update error

Problem Additional Information

Invalid value displayed when operational hours Proceed as follows:

are accessed. 1. Reinstall original data key.
2. Reinstall ventilator software to erase
NOVRAM.
3. Accept serial number and verify correct
hours.
4. If correct, repeat the data key update.
5. If problem persists, you must obtain a
duplicate data key containing the correct
serial numbers and software options from
your Covidien representative.

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4.2.10.8 Serial Loopback Test

On the 10.4-inch GUI only (with or without the Trending-enabled GUI CPU PCB), use the Serial
Loopback Test to check the function of the serial ports on the back of the GUI.
Required Equipment: Null modem cable (p/n 4-075361-00) or equivalent.

4.2.10.8.1 Running the Serial Loopback Test

1. Enter Service Mode.
2. Select the Other Screens button.
3. Select the Serial Loopback Test button.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts. If this function fails, refer to Table 4-9 to troubleshoot any
errors.

Table 4-9: Serial Loopback Test error

Problem Additional Information

Serial Loopback Test failed 1. Check null modem test cable.

2. Replace Serial Port Flex Circuit.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

4.2.10.9 Compact flash test

The compact flash test is only available if the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System
Trending software option and compact flash component on the TE GUI CPU PCB have been
installed. This test checks the functionality of the compact flash component.

4.2.10.9.1 How to run the compact flash test

1. Enter Service Mode.
2. Select the Other Screens button.
3. Touch the Compact Flash Test button.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts. If this test fails, replace the compact flash component.

NOTE:
If the compact flash component test fails, the Trending option will be disabled until a
functional component is installed. The ventilator’s performance is otherwise
unaffected.

4.2.11 Automatically executed Service Mode functions

Before allowing ventilation, the ventilator must have valid serial numbers, flow sensor
calibration data, and exhalation valve calibration data in BDU and GUI NOVRAM. If the
ventilator determines that this data is not available, it invokes certain functions as required to
copy this data into the appropriate CPU’s NOVRAM. These functions are described below.

4.2.11.1 Initialize Flow Sensor

This function copies flow sensor calibration data from each flow sensor’s serial EEPROM to
BDU NOVRAM. It automatically runs when the flow sensor calibration data in BDU NOVRAM
does not match the corresponding data in the serial EEPROM of one or more of the flow
sensors (for example, when BDU NOVRAM is cleared due to downloading of new software or
when a flow sensor is changed). This function is always followed by the Cal Info Duplication
function described below.

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If this function fails, refer to Table 4-10 to troubleshoot any errors.

Table 4-10: Initialize Flow Sensor errors

Message displayed Additional information

Unable to read air flow sensor Error reading air flow sensor (Q2) serial EEPROM
data. Check Q2 and AI PCB.

Unable to read O2 flow sensor Error reading oxygen flow sensor (Q1) serial
EEPROM data. Check Q1 and AI PCB.

Unable to read the expiratory flow sensor Error reading expiratory flow sensor (Q3) serial
EEPROM data. Check Q3 and AI PCB.

Unable to program flash BDU NOVRAM cannot be successfully

programmed. Check BDU +12 V supply and PCB.

4.2.11.2 Cal Info Duplication

This function copies flow sensor and exhalation valve calibration data from BDU NOVRAM to
GUI NOVRAM. It automatically runs whenever calibration data in GUI NOVRAM is invalid or
does not match the corresponding data in BDU NOVRAM (for example, after flow sensor
initialization or after exhalation valve calibration).
If this function fails, refer to Table 4-11 to troubleshoot any errors.

Table 4-11: Cal Info Duplication errors

Message displayed Additional information

Unable to receive flash data GUI did not receive all calibration data from
BDU within 10 s. Check BDU/GUI cable, BD CPU
PCB, or GUI CPU PCB.

Unable to burn flash GUI NOVRAM cannot be successfully

programmed. Check GUI CPU PCB.

4.2.11.3 Serial number setup

This function copies the serial numbers on the data key into NOVRAM. This copy operation is
performed only if BDU or GUI NOVRAM contains a default serial number (for example, after
the BDU and/or GUI CPU PCB is replaced or after new software is downloaded).

4.2.11.3.1 Running Serial Number Setup

1. Enter Service Mode following CPU PCB replacement or software download.
2. Serial number setup automatically starts.
3. Follow on-screen prompts. If this function fails, refer to Table 4-12 to troubleshoot any
errors.

Caution
When troubleshooting with a GUI not originally matched to the BDU, do not press the
ACCEPT key when prompted to match serial numbers. If you press ACCEPT, a software
download will be required to restore the original serial numbers.

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NOTE:
• You are given the option to “Proceed without setting serial number.” You may
want to use this option for troubleshooting purposes. For example, if a new BDU
or GUI CPU PCB is inserted temporarily for testing, you may find it useful to
maintain the default serial number on that PCB; otherwise, by setting the serial
number the test CPU PCB will become “committed” to the ventilator used to
initialize it. If you choose not to initialize the serial numbers, be aware that
ventilation is not allowed until serial numbers are copied from the data key.
• It is possible to have one CPU with a valid serial number in NOVRAM but the other
CPU containing the default serial number. For example, when the BDU only is
downloaded with new software, the BDU serial number in NOVRAM is set to the
default, but the GUI serial number in NOVRAM is unaffected.
• Do not use the same data key to initialize the serial numbers in more than one
ventilator.

Table 4-12: Serial number setup errors

Message displayed Additional information

Cannot program flash BDU and/or GUI NOVRAM cannot be successfully programmed. Check BDU and
GUI +12 V supplies, BD CPU PCB, and GUI CPU PCB.

Data key is not installed If a data key is installed but not being detected, try inserting the key into a
known good ventilator whose serial numbers have already been initialized.
Then power the ventilator up into Service Mode and verify that the ventilator
sees an invalid data key (that is, the message “Serial number(s) doesn’t match
the data key” is displayed). If the data key is still not detected, replace it;
otherwise, replace the AI PCB. Alternatively, try using a known good data key
in the suspect ventilator and verify that it is detected.

NOTE:
If no data key is inserted, you can proceed with Service Mode but
ventilation is not allowed.

Serial number(s) doesn’t match the Press ACCEPT to confirm and proceed with Service Mode.
data key

NOTE:
If an invalid data key is inserted, you can proceed with Service Mode
but ventilation is not allowed.

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4.2.12 Oxygen sensor calibration

Many of the service scenarios listed in Table 5-2 on page 5-6 require the oxygen sensor to be
calibrated. The ventilator performs a single-point oxygen sensor calibration when you press
the 100% O2/CAL 2 min key or INCREASE O2 2 min key, but this key functions only during normal
ventilator operation, not in Service Mode.
To calibrate the oxygen sensor:
1. Connect air and oxygen to the ventilator.
2. Unlock expiratory filter.
3. If necessary, exit Service Mode by touching the EXIT button on the lower GUI screen and
pressing the ACCEPT key to confirm.
4. Install a patient circuit and attach a test lung.
5. Set up the ventilator to operate using the default new patient settings.
6. Lock the expiratory filter. The ventilator will begin normal ventilation.
7. Press the 100% O2/CAL 2 min key or INCREASE O2 2 min key (with adult or pediatric patient
circuits). The 100% O2/CAL In Progress indicator will appear on the lower GUI screen
(Figure 4-6). The indicator disappears when the calibration is complete.
The O2 sensor calibration function can also be initiated from the INCREASE O2 2 min key if the
O2 setting is 80% or above (with a neonatal patient circuit), or from the More Settings screen,
at any oxygen concentration.
To perform an oxygen sensor calibration from the More Settings screen:
1. Touch the OTHER SCREENS button on the lower GUI, then touch the MORE SETTINGS
button.
2. Touch the O2 sensor button and turn the knob to select Calibration, and press ACCEPT. The
progress indicator appears on the screen. The O2 sensor setting will remain at the setting
that existed before calibration (DISABLED or ENABLED).
During oxygen sensor calibration, the 100% O2/CAL 2 min or INCREASE O2 2 min LED is
turned OFF.

Figure 4-6. 100% O2/CAL In Progress indicator

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Performance Verification

Conduct the performance verification to check the performance of the

Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System. Field performance verification testing
includes electrical safety tests, the extended self test (EST), plus specific
performance verification tests, using the Covidien PTS 2000 Performance Test
System with Puritan Bennett 840 VTS software. A manual ventilator check can be
performed to check general ventilator performance.

NOTE:
Performance verification procedures do not apply to ventilator
accessories. Refer to the specific accessory operator’s or service manual for
performance verification information. Malfunctioning accessories may
affect some ventilator functions and may result in false test results.

5.1 Tools, test equipment, and service materials

In addition to the standard set of tools listed in Chapter 1 of this manual, the test
equipment and materials listed in Table 5-1 are required for performance
verification procedures. Specific parts required for conducting the performance
verification, using the PTS 2000 Performance Test System with BreathLab 840
Ventilator Test Software (VTS), are indicated with “X” in the third column.

5.2 When to run

Run the entire performance verification after servicing or repairing the ventilator.
The left-hand column of Table 5-2 lists the types of service activity that require
performance verification. In addition, run the electrical safety tests, which are
part of the performance verification, in accordance with your hospital’s
requirements.
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Table 5-1: Tools, equipment, and service materials required for performance verification

Required for
Manufacturer/model or
Description PTS 2000
Covidien part number
use?

Puritan Bennett 840 VTS (Ventilator Test Software) 4-075359-00 and current X
revision Software Download
CD-ROM

Adapter, patient pressure (“T” connector) *4-011521-00 X

Cable, trigger *4-075360-00 X

Cable, null modem *4-075361-00 X

Collector vial 4-074647-00 X

Connector, barbed *4-000845-00 X

Coupling, barbed connector (qty. 2) *4-003443-00 X

Digital multimeter (DMM) accurate to 3 decimal places, with test Fluke Model 87 or equivalent
leads

Digital multimeter patch cords (optional) G-061567-00

Disinfectant/cleaner See Table 1-10 for acceptable

products.

Double banana jack for ground isolation test Pomona Electronics,

P/N 1330-2

Electrical safety analyzer capable of measuring ground resistance Dale Model 600, Dale
and leakage current Technology Inc., P.O. Box 196,
401 Claremont Ave.,
Thornwood, NY 10594 USA,
800.544.3253
http://www.daletech.com/
or equivalent

Exhalation port test hose assembly *4-076704-00 X

(use directly on ventilators with Metabolic Monitor port on
exhalation housing, otherwise use no. 5.5 stopper with adapter in
exhaust port)

Filter, expiratory bacteria filter 351P19005

Filter, expiratory bacteria filter, reusable (Re/X800) 4-070305-00 X

Filter, inspiratory, Re/Flex (for use on PTS 2000 tester port) 4-074600-00 X

Finger cots or gloves Local supplier

Fitting, Luer, bulkhead *4-012470-00

Flex tube (Gold standard tube), 21.0 in. (53.4 cm) (quantity = 2) *4-018506-00 X

Hose, regulator calibration (refer to Section 5.8 for regulator *4-079050-00 (quick X
calibration hose repair instructions) disconnect) (4-079050-00
4-079051-00 (female) only)

Luer fitting, female Local supplier X

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 5-1: Tools, equipment, and service materials required for performance verification (continued)

Required for
Manufacturer/model or
Description PTS 2000
Covidien part number
use?

Mounting plate, NeoMode 4-076405-00

Patient circuit, adult (reusable, without water traps or heated *N-4401008 X

wire)
(quantity = 2)

Patient circuit, pediatric (reusable, without traps or heated wire) G-061223-00

Patient circuit, neonatal (disposable) Allegiance Healthcare

PN 7441-452

Pentium 166 Mhz computer, equipped, at a minimum, with the Local supplier X
following:
• 32 MB RAM (64 MB for NT systems)
• 800x600 screen display resolution with 256 colors
• Two available serial ports or USB/serial adapters
• Windows™* 95, 98, 2000, XP or NT 4.0 operating system
• Mouse or equivalent pointer device
• 2x or higher CD-ROM drive
• 1 Gigabyte available hard disk space
• One available TCP/IP network port with BNC connector
(if software download desired)

Pneumatic calibration analyzer or equivalent devices capable of Puritan Bennett™ PTS 2000 X
measuring oxygen percent, flow, BTPS volume, pressure, and Performance Test System (also requires
barometric pressure. Oxygen analyzer connector tee. Required (4-076185-00) (includes Puritan
accuracies: accessory kit with serial cable) Bennett
• Flow: 2.75% of reading ± 0.05 slpm for performance verification; 840 VTS
or equivalent device for software)
• Volume: 2% of reading or ± 1 digit
• Low pressure (-150 to +150 cmH2O): manual ventilator check
0.75% of reading ± 0.04 cmH2O
• High pressure (0 to 150 psig): 1.0% of reading ±0.1 psi
• Oxygen percentage: ± 2% oxygen
• Barometric pressure: Range: 10 to 16 psia; resolution:
0.0 to 1 psia; operating temperature: 10 to 40 °C; measurement
accuracy: 0.75 of reading; response: 100 ms

Resistor for ground isolation test, 1K ± 1% Allied Electronics,

P/N 697-3356 or equivalent

Serial Card, Socket I/O Ruggedized or equivalent (Provides second Socket Communications Corp.
serial port) Newark, CA
http://www.socketcom.com/

Static-dissipative field service kit (includes wrist strap, static 4-018149-00

dissipative mat, and earth (ground) cord)

Stoppers, no. 1, 5, and 5.5 Local supplier X

(with center bore and luer fitting: 4-071856-00)

Stopper, no. 1 (quantity = 1) *4-009523-00

Stopper, no. 5 *4-076828-00 X

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

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Table 5-1: Tools, equipment, and service materials required for performance verification (continued)

Required for
Manufacturer/model or
Description PTS 2000
Covidien part number
use?

Stopper, no. 5.5 with center bore and 4-076467-00

Fitting, luer, bulkhead 4-012470-00

Test lung, 0.5 L 4-000612-00 X

Test lung, 3 L N-3800006 X

Test lung, 4 L 4-075578-00 X

Tubing, silicone, 3/16 in. ID x 5/16 in. OD, 36 in. (91.4 cm) 4-008577-00 X

Tubing, silicone, 1/8 in. ID x 1/4 in. OD, 4.75 in. (12.1 cm) *4-008578-00 X

Vacuum cleaner, ESD-safe, with 0.2 μm filter (rated for Local supplier
photocopiers and laser printers)

Wye, patient circuit *4-000338-00 X

* These parts may be purchased individually or by ordering a Puritan Bennett™ 840 VTS Accessories Kit,
P/N 4-076599-00.

5.3 Preliminary ventilator cleaning and inspection

Clean and inspect the ventilator as follows:

Warning
To prevent disease transmission, use personal protective equipment when handling
contaminated bacterial filters or other patient accessories. Refer to the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference
Manual for instructions on sterilizing patient system parts.

Caution
Do not soak any portion of the ventilator in solvent, alcohol, or any other cleaning
agent. Soaking ventilator components may damage the ventilator.

1. Clean ventilator exterior using an approved cleaner/disinfectant.

2. Remove any water from humidifier jar and collector vial; dry. Reattach collector vial.
3. Inspect air and external water trap assemblies. Clean or replace as required.
4. Visually inspect ventilator exterior for obvious problems such as missing or broken parts;
loose assemblies; or disconnected wires, connectors, or tubing. Repair as needed.

5.4 Preliminary ventilator setup

NOTE:
A humidification device is not necessary for performance verification, but is required
for completion of SST.

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Set up the ventilator for performance verification as follows:

1. Install expiratory filter and collector vial.
2. Connect ventilator to air and oxygen sources (35 to 100 psi).
3. Connect ventilator power cord to AC power source.
4. Make sure BPS is securely attached and connected.
5. If ventilator is equipped with optional compressor, verify all electrical and pneumatic
connections with BDU.

5.5 Preliminary calibrations and tests

Before running the performance verification tests, perform the applicable calibrations and
tests in Table 5-2. The numbers in the columns indicate the sequence in which the
calibrations/tests must be performed.

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Table 5-2: Pre-performance verification testing and calibration requirements

Ventilator warm-up cycle1

verification testing (PVT)

Extended self test (EST)
transducer calibration
Atmospheric pressure

Oxygen sensor (OS)

Short self test (SST)

Compact flash test

Test or calibration

Expiratory valve

Vent inop test

Performance
Flow sensor
calibration

calibration

calibration
Download
Software
Type of service

Ventilator installation 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 92

Software update 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 -- --3

Data key update/option -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 24 -- 15 --

installation without software
download

10,000-hour preventive 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 9
maintenance (ventilator or
compressor)

Oxygen sensor 1 -- -- -- -- 3 -- 4 2 -- --

PSOL1, PSOL2, flow sensors, 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 9

expiratory valve, safety valve,
SOL1, SOL2, AI PCB, inspiratory
electronics PCB, exhalation
transducer PCB, regulators,
power supply, alarms,
motherboard, all blindmate
cables, BDU and GUI LED PCBs,
touchframe PCB, LCD panels

Compressor 15,000 hour -- -- -- -- -- 1 -- -- -- -- 26

preventative maintenance

Compressor, compressor PCB, -- -- -- -- -- 1 -- -- -- 25 --

keyboard assembly, VGA LCD
controller PCB, backlight
inverter PCB, BPS PCB, battery
pack, GUI cable, compact flash

BD CPU PCB or GUI CPU PCB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 -- 10

replacement

6 month ventilator check 1 -- -- -- -- 2 -- -- -- -- --

Yearly ventilator check 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- --

1. Warm-up must be done in the service mode.

2. Perform the electrical safety test only.
3. Performance verification testing (PVT) is not required for simple software updates, provided all of the following conditions exist:
The ventilator passes the Extended Self Test before the software is updated.
The reason for service is software update or software option installation only.
There are no events or entries in the ventilator’s diagnostic logs that indicate a need for hardware repair.
No functional hardware repairs are conducted or required during the software update service call.
Unless the ventilator meets all of these requirements, PVT must be performed following the repair.
4. NeoMode only.
5. Perform Compact Flash Test only if Trending software option is installed or if compact flash component replaced.
6. Perform EST and electrical safety testing only.

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5.6 Performance verification guidelines

NOTE:
To ensure that the ventilator performs within specifications, Covidien recommends
that you use the Puritan Bennett™ PTS 2000 Performance Test System in conjunction
with the BreathLab 840 Verification Test Software. If this equipment is not available,
you can use an alternative test that checks some parameters but does not guarantee
the integrity of the entire system. Refer to Table 5-3 to determine the approximate
test limits if you use equipment other than the PTS 2000 Performance Test System.

To ensure systematic performance verification and logical fault diagnosis, perform tests in the
order given. Follow these general guidelines when running the performance verification:

Warning
Follow accepted safety procedures for electrical equipment when making connections,
adjustments, or repairs.

• If a problem is encountered during the performance verification, verify that procedures

have been correctly followed before attempting to repair the ventilator.
• Do not change the control settings during performance verification procedures, unless
specifically instructed.
• Malfunctions detected during performance verification must be corrected before the unit
is returned to service. Refer to Chapter 8 for required repairs. When repairs are
completed, repeat the performance verification tests.

5.7 Performance verification tests

Run the following performance verification tests in the sequence given. Before performing
these tests, be sure you have cleaned and inspected the ventilator (Section 5.3).

Warning
Do not enter the service mode while a patient or other person is connected to the
ventilator. To do so may cause patient injury or death. While in the service mode,
normal ventilator operation is not accessible.

NOTE:
The procedures that follow do not verify the performance of accessories. Verify the
performance of accessories using the appropriate procedures in the applicable
operator’s or service manual.

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5.7.1 Electrical safety test

The electrical safety test verifies ground continuity and verifies that forward leakage current
are within safe limits. Perform this test whenever the ventilator is serviced and in accordance
with hospital requirements.

Warning
If the ventilator fails an electrical safety test, do not proceed to the next electrical
safety test until the problem is corrected and the ventilator is retested.

Caution
To prevent possible equipment damage, do not attempt to perform HI-POT testing on
the ventilator. The ventilator design incorporates high-voltage protective devices that
may be damaged if HI-POT testing is performed on the entire system. The ventilator is
HI-POT-tested during manufacturing, using processes that do not damage the
protective devices.

NOTE:
• After servicing the ventilator, perform an electrical safety test before putting
the unit back into operation.
• Before performing the electrical safety test, make sure the compressor unit (if
installed) and all accessories are connected and operational.

1. Verify that ventilator power switch is off.

2. Verify that ground resistance is < 0.1  If performing full performance verification
testing, record this value for later entry when prompted by the Breathlab 840 VTS
software program (Section 5.7.6).
3. Turn on ventilator.
4. If ventilator has a compressor unit installed, disconnect external air supply from
ventilator and verify that pressure from hose has been relieved.
5. Verify that compressor unit (if applicable) is running. Failure to do so will produce an
inaccurate total leakage current reading.
6. Verify that forward-current and reverse-current leakage to earth ground is  300 μA
(100 – 120 V AC) or  500 μA (220 – 240 V AC). If performing full performance
verification testing, record these values for later entry when prompted by the Breathlab
840 VTS software program (Section 5.7.6).
7. Turn off ventilator.
8. Reattach external air supply, if applicable.

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5.7.2 Ground isolation check

This check verifies that the digital ground has not been disrupted. It requires a DMM, test
leads, and a 1K resistor placed in parallel between the leads.
1. With the ventilator power cord disconnected from AC and the ventilator turned off:
Set the DMM to the appropriate resistance range (or to autorange if available) and
verify that the resistance between pin 3 of the PTS 2000 tester port on the side of the
ventilator (Figure 5-1) and the ventilator chassis (at the power supply cooling fins) is
> 975
PTS 2000

pin 3

Figure 5-1. Puritan Bennett™ 840 ventilator side view — PTS 2000 port

2. Disconnect DMM test leads and resistor.

5.7.3 Extended self test (EST)

NOTE:
• A test (gold standard) patient circuit and a no. 1 stopper are required to
perform EST.
• The nurse’s call circuit is tested during EST and may be bypassed by selecting
the CLEAR button.
• If the ventilator has not reached operating temperature from recent usage,
allow it to warm up for at least 10 minutes in service mode before running EST,
to ensure accurate testing.

1. Enter service mode. (Refer to Section 3.2 for instructions.)

2. On lower screen, select EST, and follow prompts to being testing.
The test currently running is highlighted, and any measurement data is displayed on the
upper screen. (This information may also be viewed later by pressing the individual test
button to repopulate the upper screen with the data parameters.) All lower and upper
screen select buttons and the EST subscreen TEST SELECT buttons are hidden. The date/
time and outcome are shown only for tests that have already run.

NOTE:
During testing, it is sometimes necessary for the user to perform test-related tasks,
such as disconnecting a gas supply or blocking the To Patient port. For each such step,
messages are displayed in the prompt area.

3. Verify that EST completes all tests with a PASS result. Performance verification is not
complete if any EST test results in an ALERT, OVERRIDE, or FAILURE. If a test fails, refer to
Chapter 8 for repair information. You will enter the results of EST when prompted by the
Breathlab 840 VTS software (Section 5.7.6)

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5.7.4 Regulator setting verification

Caution
To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive components, always follow ESD guidelines when
performing this procedure.

NOTE:
Regulator performance must be verified each time performance verification or a
manual ventilator check is performed. Use the appropriate type of regulator
calibration hose (see Table 5-1).

1. Remove inspiratory cover from BDU.

2. Attach appropriate regulator calibration hose to pneumatic analyzer, and verify that
analyzer does not register pressure.
3. Remove air side test port cover and set aside. Attach hose to test port. Verify that
analyzer reads 10.5  1.5 psi. If performing full performance verification testing, record
your measurement for later entry when prompted by the Breathlab 840 VTS software
program (Section 5.7.6).
4. Remove hose from test port, and verify that analyzer does not register pressure. Replace
test port cover.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for oxygen side.

NOTE:
If regulators are out of specification, refer to Chapter 8 for service and repair of the
inspiratory module.

5.7.5 Serial loopback test (10.4-inch GUI only)

A serial loop back test can be accessed through the service mode other screen function. This
test is only required when performing PVT on a 10.4-inch GUI.
1. Connect a null modem cable between the two top serial ports.
2. Follow the on-screen test prompts. If performing full performance verification testing,
you will enter the result of the serial loopback test when prompted by the Breathlab 840
VTS software (Section 5.7.6).

5.7.6 Performance verification using PTS 2000 Performance Test System and
BreathLab 840 VTS software

NOTE:
If performing full performance verification testing, use the results recorded from the
previous performance verification tests to complete this step of Performance
Verification Testing.

1. Assemble test equipment indicated in Table 5-1. Refer to Figure 5-4 and Figure 5-5 for
equipment setup information. (Software installation instructions are provided with
BreathLab 840 VTS Software.)
2. Turn on computer, and bring up the VTS program.
3. Turn ventilator on, and bring up in service mode.

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4. Using ventilator test program, press START TEST to begin test application.
5. Follow prompts displayed on computer screen to complete performance verification.
Access the Breathlab 840 VTS Software Help Screen for additional information.

5.7.6.1 How to view the test results log

After you have finished the performance verification tests, you can view and print the
test logs.
1. In the VTS software test screen, click the reports icon (Figure 5-2).

Reports icon

Figure 5-2. How to access the test logs

The report selection menu appears (Figure 5-3).

Figure 5-3. Report selection menu

2. Click the desired report button and then click to view a test results log or to
cancel. The test results log appears in a text document to save and print as desired.

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Bacteria filter to high

To Patient Port
flow port with tube
connection to + low
pressure port
Puritan Bennet™ Gold
840 BDU standard
tubing
PTS
2000
From Patient Port

INITIAL PVT TEST SETUP

Use for most tests 0.5-L Lung

Use for 600 mL and 2500 mL only 3-L Lung

4-L
Use for PCV tests only Lung

SWITCH TO THIS SETUP AT THE PVT VOLUME

TEST WHEN PROMPTED TO RUN SST

To Patient Port

Puritan Bennet™
840 BDU Adult
PTS
Patient 2000
Circuit
Insert cork into high flow
exhaust port during SST.
From Patient Port After SST, attach lungs here.

Figure 5-4. Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System PVT setup with PTS 2000

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GUI cable GUI

Null modem cable

Puritan Bennett™
Port 1
840 BDU

PTS 2000 Port

Trigger
cable Serial cable

Serial port COM 1

RS-232 port
Trigger
input

Serial port card

LAPTOP COMPUTER COM 2, 3, 4 must
PTS 2000 be configured

Figure 5-5. Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System PVT setup

with PTS 2000 and laptop computer

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5.7.7 Manual ventilator check using equipment other than PTS 2000
Performance Test System

NOTE:
• To ensure proper ventilator performance, Covidien recommends that you use
the Puritan Bennett™ PTS 2000 Performance Test System along with the
BreathLab 840 VTS software.
• If you are using a pneumatic analyzer other than the PTS 2000 Performance
Test System, you must also have an oxygen analyzer available.
• The manual ventilator check (i.e., without PTS 2000 and Breathlab 840 VTS
software) does not satisfy the manufacturer’s performance testing
requirements. The manual ventilator check can be used as a general indicator
of ventilator condition.

1. Before beginning your ventilator check, perform these alarm tests:

a. Verify that remote alarm (nurse’s call) relay is functional by invoking an alarm and
verifying that your nurse’s call system registers appropriate alarm.
b. Verify that the BDU annunciates the “loss of GUI” alarm when GUI is disconnected.
c. Verify that low-, medium-, and high-urgency alarms sound by creating an alarmed
event for each of these. Refer to the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System
Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual for assistance.
2. Measure ventilator parameters, and verify that they meet specifications in Table 5-3.

NOTE:
To accurately measure the parameters listed in Table 5-3, add the tolerance of your
measurement device to the target value of the ventilator. The test results you obtain
are approximate and may not guarantee the accuracy of the ventilator.

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Table 5-3: Manual ventilator check target values

Ventilation parameter Range Accuracy

Volume1 25 to 2500 mL ± (10 mL +10% of setting)

5 to 315 mL2 ± (4 mL + 10% of setting) for

neonatal circuits

Pressure control 5 to 90 cmH2O ± (3 cmH2O + 2.5% of setting)3

Pressure support 0 to 70 cmH2O ± (3 cmH2O + 2.5% of setting)2

Breath rate 1 to 100 ± (0.1/min + 0.6% of setting)

breaths/min

Oxygen concentration 21 to 100% O2 ± 3%

PEEP 0 to 45 cmH2O ± (2 cmH2O +4% of setting)4

Spirometry 0 to 6000 ml ± (10 mL +10% of reading)

± (4 mL + 10% of setting) for

neonatal circuits

Inspiratory/expiratory pressure -20 to 130 cmH2O ± (2 cmH2O + 4% of reading)

BPS 60 min (30 min on Verified during EST

ventilators built
prior to July 2007) or
up to four hours
with an 803 BPS5

1. Compliance- and BTPS-compensated where TE = time to exhale 90% of exhaled volume

2. When equipped with NeoMode software and accessories
3. End inspiratory pressure at patient wye after 1 second
4. PEEP measured at patient wye with return flow less than 5 L/min
5. These values are for a new fully charged battery. Actual duration depends on ventilation parameters, battery age,
and level of battery charge.

5.8 Regulator calibration hose repair instructions

This section describes how to repair the quick-disconnect style regulator calibration hose
(P/N 4-079050-00). Refer to Figure 5-6.
1. Grasp the valve depressor with needlenose pliers, and pull out from the end of the brass
regulator fitting together with the silicone seal.
2. Cut a 1/4” piece of silicone tubing (P/N 4-008577-00) and slide it over the new valve
depressor (P/N 4-026790-00) and push the assembly into end of the brass fitting, ensuring
that the seal is flush with the end of the brass fitting.
Valve depressor
1/4” silicone tubing Brass regulator fitting

Figure 5-6. Regulator calibration hose repair

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Diagnostic Codes

6.1 Introduction
This chapter contains information to assist in the interpretation of diagnostics
codes, indicated in the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System’s error and status
logs, as well as diagnostic codes reported by the diagnostic LED arrays on the BD
CPU PCB and the GUI CPU PCB.
The ventilator’s diagnostic and status logs also contain other information that can
be useful when troubleshooting the ventilator. The logs are:
• System Diagnostic Log: Stores data on unexpected conditions detected during
POST, background checks, and calibrations. This includes alerts and failures.
• System Information Log: Stores data on ventilator events, including details on
GUI/BD communication.
• EST/SST Diagnostic Log: Stores data on unexpected conditions detected during
SST and EST, along with overall results at completion of SST and EST.
You access these logs through the service mode, as described in Section 4.2.2.

6.2 Reference Tables

This chapter contains the following reference tables:

Table Page
Table 6-1: Values of diagnostic code digits 6-4
Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes 6-7
Table 6-3: Address codes for BDU POST analog devices test errors 6-75
Table 6-4: BDU and GUI— Phase 1 (kernel) POST diagnostic codes 6-77
Table 6-5: BDU only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes 6-79
Table 6-6: GUI only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes 6-82
Table 6-7: BDU or GUI—Phase 3 POST diagnostic codes 6-84
Table 6-8: Interrupt errors and test failures – POST self tests 6-85
Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes 6-87
Table 6-10: EST test sequence 6-98
Table 6-11: UT0002 Fault Addresses for VGA LCD controller PCB errors 6-124
Diagnostic Codes

6.3 Troubleshooting
The table of diagnostic codes (Table 6-2) lists repair and replacement actions that are
sequenced to correct the most probable malfunction or to present the most efficient
corrective action first. (The proposed fixes listed, however, may not always correct the
particular problem.)
Also, keep the following in mind when troubleshooting the ventilator:
• Verify secure connections of cables and ventilator modules.
• If possible, run full EST, bypassing any failures or faults that may occur, to further diagnose
a problem.
• Replace BD or GUI CPU PCB only after all other remedies have been attempted. Contact
Covidien Technical Support for further assistance.
• Check for system leaks, particularly at the expiratory filter. Make sure the expiratory filter
collector vial is secured tightly, the drain port is capped, and the filter is mounted securely
to the ventilator. Make sure the test circuit is securely attached.
• Before running SST or EST, ensure the unit has been warmed up for at least 10 minutes in
ambient temperature. Failure to warm up the ventilator may result in false flow sensor or
pressure transducer failures.
• When troubleshooting SST or EST, always use a known good patient circuit or gold
standard circuit and filter(s).

6.4 POST fault handling

During POST (or a background check), either the BD or the GUI processor uses its
corresponding CPU LED array to display a unique test code for each self test as it executes. If
POST is running in a no-fault state, the LED array(s) display discrete and changing LED
patterns.

NOTE:
The alphanumeric diagnostic code for each of the self tests is not identified in this
manual. This information is not necessary for field service repairs.

If the system detects a fault during POST (or a background check), each of the four pairs of
LEDs in the corresponding LED array will light, in sequence, creating a flashing effect. The
same LED array then displays the diagnostic code corresponding to the detected fault. This
LED pattern of display—flashing LED pairs followed by a diagnostic code—cycles continuously
and is a visual indicator of a system fault. Use the tables in this section to convert the
diagnostic code LED pattern to an alphanumeric diagnostic code.
Additionally, under a fault condition, the processor of the corresponding CPU PCB attempts
to log the fault information, with a time-stamp, in its nonvolatile random access memory
(NOVRAM). Upon completion of its POST, each processor reports its test results to the GUI
processor for display and transfer into the System Diagnostics Log.
POST failures are classified as minor or major faults:
Minor POST fault is a fault that does not affect ventilation or patient safety checks. A minor
fault does not interrupt the regular POST sequence. The GUI displays POST fault information
and logs it into NOVRAM of the corresponding CPU PCB. The System Diagnostic Log displays
an alert. Normal ventilation will begin if POST detects a minor fault.
Major POST fault is a fault that affects ventilation or patient safety checks. A major fault
interrupts the regular sequence of POST and causes a VENT INOP condition. Fault information
is sent to the GUI (if possible) and to the LED array on the corresponding CPU PCB (BD or GUI).
The safety valve and exhalation valve remain open to allow the patient to breathe room air.

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The software does not permit normal ventilation while a major fault exists. To clear a major
fault, both CPU processors must complete their respective POST, with no major POST faults. If
only a minor fault exists, normal ventilation will begin.

6.5 Diagnostic CPU LED arrays

The diagnostic LED arrays, resident on the BD and GUI CPU PCBs, report diagnostic codes for
background check and POST self test faults that may assist in troubleshooting the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System.
To view the BD diagnostic LED array, you must disconnect the GUI cable from the BDU and
remove the BDU exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.9.2). The BD LED array is visible on the
outside edge of the BD CPU PCB. (See Figure 6-1 below.)
The GUI CPU diagnostic LED array is visible directly through the clear window on the rear
panel of the newer style 10.4-inch GUI. The earlier 9.4-inch GUI requires removal of the GUI
rear panel to view its CPU PCB diagnostic LED array. (See Section 8.14.6 for removal of the
9.4-inch rear cover.)
The pattern of the eight LEDs (lit and unlit) in each LED array represents a diagnostic code.
Always read the LED arrays from top to bottom. You will notice that there are ten, rather
than eight LEDs present on the 10.4-inch GUI LED array. Ignore the top-most and the bottom-
most LEDs and use the eight LEDs in between to determine the diagnostic code.

Status LED
diagnostic code LEDs
(read from top
to bottom)

Figure 6-1. Location of BD LED array

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6.6 Diagnostic codes

When a fault occurs, the software, records a six-digit alphanumeric diagnostic code in the
System Diagnostic Log, if possible.
Diagnostic codes for some of the POST kernel test faults cannot be displayed by the GUI and
are reported only by the diagnostic LED array on the applicable CPU PCB. The system is
unable to record these particular faults in the System Diagnostic Log.

6.6.1 How to interpret diagnostic codes

The first letter of a diagnostic code in the System Diagnostic Log identifies the module (BD or
GUI) where the fault was detected and whether it was minor or major. First letters in a
diagnostic code of L and K denote BD CPU minor and major faults, respectively, while the
letters Z and X denote GUI CPU minor and major faults.
The second letter in the six-digit code indicates where the fault occurred in the software. The
last four diagnostic code characters can provide additional error code information.
XXXS below outlines the possible values of certain digits in the alphanumeric diagnostic code
and provides top-level interpretations.
a b cccc
Error identifier
Diagnostic type
Reportability classification

Table 6-1: Values of diagnostic code digits

where: may be... which means...

a A Alert (during SST/EST)

D or H BDU problem that resulted in soft reset during operation

(as opposed to during POST)

E BDU event (not an error)

F Failure (during SST/EST)

G BDU illegal instruction trap, watchdog reset, or illegal address

trap that resulted in BDU soft reset

J BDU watchdog umpire (3 “strikes” in 24 hours) caused Safety

Valve Open (SVO)

K BDU failure (during POST or background check) caused SVO

L POST or background check alert or communication error in BDU

S GUI event

U or V GUI problem that resulted in soft reset during operation

X GUI failure (during POST or background check) caused GUI or

ventilator inoperative condition

Z POST or background check alert or communication error in GUI

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where: may be... which means...

b B Background check

C Communications test

E EST

N Nonmaskable interrupt

P POST or initialization software

S SST

T Hardware-detected failure (trap)

Y GUI watchdog umpire (3 “strikes” in 24 hours) causes GUI

inoperative condition

Numeric Soft fault (assertion)

cccc (Varies) Other error identification information

6.7 Organization of diagnostic codes table

Table 6-2 is a comprehensive summary of the diagnostic codes that the Puritan Bennett™ 840
software can report. The organization of the information in this table is as follows:
• The first column in the table lists, in alphanumeric order, the codes.
• The second column in the table lists the accompanying message.
• The third column in the table lists the part of software that was running when the error
was detected.
• The fourth column in the table lists the ventilator’s response to the condition, as follows:

ALERT Test result not ideal, but not critical.

In POST: POST continues to end and ventilation starts. A DEVICE ALERT alarm is
annunciated (Chapter 7).
In SST/EST: SST/EST continues to end. You can override the alert and start
ventilation.
In a background check: Ventilation continues, and a DEVICE ALERT alarm is
annunciated.
FAILURE Critical problem detected.
In POST: Ventilator inoperative condition is declared.
In SST/EST: You can continue trying to pass SST or EST, but if test does not pass,
ventilator inoperative condition is declared.
In a background check: Ventilator inoperative condition is declared.
BDU RESET Circuitry in the BDU is reset, which causes BDU POST to be rerun. If POST
passes, ventilation continues. If POST fails, it generates an alert or failure.
GUI RESET Circuitry in the GUI is reset, which causes GUI POST to be rerun. If POST passes,
GUI operation resumes. If GUI POST does not pass, it declares a GUI inop
condition.
VENT INOP Ventilator is put into SVO state, permitting patient to breathe room air.
GUI INOP The BDU alarms, ventilator settings are locked, and a message is displayed.
STATUS Code/message listed for information only; requires no action.

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• The fifth column in the table provides additional information and/or identifies possible
causes.
• The sixth column suggests how to correct the condition. These actions are sequenced to
correct the most probable malfunction or to present the most efficient corrective action
first. The proposed fixes listed, however, may not always correct the particular problem.
In addition to the actions suggested in the tables in this section, keep the following in mind
when troubleshooting the ventilator:
• Verify secure connections of cables and ventilator modules.
• If possible, run full EST, bypassing any failures or faults that may occur, to further diagnose
a problem.
• Replace BD or GUI CPU PCB only after all other remedies have been attempted. Contact
Covidien Technical Support for further assistance.
• Check for system leaks, particularly at the expiratory filter. Make sure the expiratory filter
collector vial is secured tightly, the drain port is capped, and the filter is mounted securely
to the ventilator. Make sure the test circuit is securely attached.
• Before running SST or EST, ensure the unit has been warmed up for at least 10 minutes in
ambient temperature. Failure to warm up the ventilator may result in false flow sensor or
pressure transducer failures.
When troubleshooting SST or EST, always use a known good patient circuit or gold standard
circuit and filter(s).

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE0110 Unable to EST Flow Alert Flow controller 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
establish O2 sensors cross unable to establish ply is connected and
flow check Test and control oxygen unrestricted.
flow at 120 L/min. 2. Verify oxygen regulator
pressure is set between
9-12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if
failure transfers to the
other gas side. If yes,
return the air PSOL to
its original position and
replace the oxygen
PSOL.
4. Run the leak test in EST
to check for leaks/
occlusions.
5. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
6. Replace Q1.
7. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
8. Replace the AI PCB.

AE0111 Unable to EST Flow Alert Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish air sensors cross unable to establish connected and unre-
flow check Test and control air flow stricted.
at 120 L/min. 2. Verify air regulator
pressure is set between
9-12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if
failure transfers to the
other gas side. If yes,
return Oxygen PSOL to
its original position and
replace the Air PSOL.
4. Run the leak test in EST
to check for leaks/
occlusions.
5. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
6. Replace Q2.
7. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
8. Replace the AI PCB.

AE0213 Air PSOL leak EST Gas Alert Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. Check for leaks around
Supply/SV forward leak was the Q2 o-rings.
Test detected via 2. Make sure air supply is
excessive pressure connected and unre-
buildup stricted.
( > 50 cmH2O but 3. Reseat Air PSOL.
< 100 cmH2O) in 4. Replace Air PSOL.
blocked inspiratory 5. Replace AI PCB.
module.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE0214 O2 PSOL leak EST Gas Alert Oxygen PSOL 1. Check for leaks around
Supply/SV (PSOL1) forward the Q1 o-rings.
Test leak was detected 2. Make sure oxygen sup-
via excessive ply is connected and
pressure buildup unrestricted.
( > 50 cmH2O but 3. Reseat oxygen PSOL.
< 100 cmH2O) in 4. Replace oxygen PSOL.
blocked inspiratory 5. Replace AI PCB.
module.

AE0306 Test circuit not EST Leak Test Alert Pressure not 1. Make sure test circuit is
connected detected on properly connected.
expiratory side 2. Replace expiratory bac-
teria filter.
3. Check for leaks around
the Q3 flow sensor.
4. Check/replace the exha-
lation valve.
5. Replace the expiratory
pressure transducer
PCB.

AE0601 GUI High Alarm EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0602 GUI Medium EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
Alarm LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0603 GUI Low Alarm EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0604 GUI Normal LED EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0605 GUI Batt Backup EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE0606 GUI On Batt Pwr EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0607 GUI Compressor EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
Ready LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0608 GUI Compressor EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
Operating LED Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
fails. on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0609 GUI 100% O2 or EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
INCREASE O2 2 Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
min LED fails. on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace keyboard.

AE0610 GUI Alarm EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
Silence LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0611 GUI Screen Lock EST GUI Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed 1. Check/replace intercon-
LED fails. Test to indicate LED not nect cable between the
on. GUI LED PCB and the
GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED
PCB.

AE0702 Bad Vent inop EST BD Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed Replace BD LED PCB.
LED Test to indicate one or
both ventilator
inoperative LEDs not
on.

AE0703 Bad SVO LED EST BD Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed Replace BDU LED PCB.
Test to indicate one or
both SVO LEDs not
on.

AE0704 Bad Loss of GUI EST BD Lamp Alert CLEAR key pressed Replace BDU LED PCB.
LED Test to indicate loss of
GUI LED not on.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE1001 Air PSOL EST PSOL Alert Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. Verify that the air sup-
loopback Loopback loopback current ply is good.
current OOR Test out of range of drive 2. Verify air regulator
current. pressure set to
between 9 and 12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if
failure transfers to the
other gas side. If yes,
return oxygen PSOL
(PSOL1) to its original
position and replace
PSOL2.
4. Switch Q1 and Q2, run
a flow sensor calibra-
tion and rerun test. If
the problem transfers
to the other gas side,
return Q1 to its original
position and replace
Q2.
5. Replace the AI PCB.
6. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.

AE1002 O2 PSOL EST PSOL Alert Oxygen PSOL 1. Verify that the oxygen
loopback Loopback (PSOL1) loopback supply is good.
current OOR Test current out of range 2. Verify oxygen regulator
of drive current. pressure set to
between 9 and 12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if
failure transfers to the
other gas side. If yes,
return the air PSOL to
its original position and
replace PSOL1.
4. Switch Q1 and Q2, run
a flow sensor calibra-
tion and rerun test. If
the problem transfers
to the other gas side,
return Q2 to its original
position and replace
Q1.
5. Replace the AI PCB.
6. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.

AE1104 Insp check valve EST Safety Alert It took too little time 1. Make sure test circuit is
test failed System Test to relieve excess connected.
pressure through 2. Make sure CV3 is not
open safety valve, installed backward.
indicating 3. Replace CV3.
inspiratory check
valve (CV3) may be
damaged or
incorrectly
mounted.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE1201 Exp valve EST Exp Valve Alert Exhalation valve 1. Verify that the system
loopback Loopback loopback current is has no leaks or occlu-
current OOR Test out of range of drive sions by running the
current. leak test in EST.
2. Clean exhalation valve
diaphragm.
3. Calibrate the exhala-
tion valve.
4. Clean/replace the exha-
lation valve.
5. Replace the AI PCB.

AE1305 Seal test failed EST Exp Valve Alert Seal test  pressure 1. Verify that the system
Seal Test is above alert level has no leaks or occlu-
but below failure sions by running the
level. leak test in EST.
2. Clean the exhalation
valve.
3. Calibrate exhalation
valve.
4. Replace the exhalation
valve.
5. Replace the AI PCB.

AE1600 Compressor Test EST Status Ventilator did not No action required.
- Not installed Compressor sense a compressor
Test attached and
skipped test.

AE1601 Wall air EST Alert Wall air pressure 1. Make sure air supply is
pressure Compressor switch (PS2) disconnected.
detected Test detected air after 2. Disconnect PS2 and
user was prompted rerun test. If test
to disconnect air. passes, replace PS2.

AE1602 AC power not EST Alert System is still 1. Plug in ventilator

connected Compressor running on battery power cord and check
Test power after the cord connection at
prompting user to the ventilator.
connect AC power. 2. Check AC.
Compressor can only 3. Disconnect BPS to iso-
run on AC (facility) late problem.
power. 4. Replace power supply.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE1603 Compressor EST Alert Compressor pressure 1. Run compressor leak

pressure not Compressor transducer (PC) test to check for leaks.
detected Test indicates that a. Use leak detector to
compressor air is not check for leaks at the
present, although accumulator fittings
compressor motor is and other tubing
on. connections.
b. Verify no leaks at
CV2 within the venti-
lator by plugging the
air inlet fitting.
2. Replace compressor
PCB.
3. Contact Covidien Tech-
nical Support.

AE1604 Run mode time EST Alert Compressor timer is Listen for motor. If motor is
OOR Compressor not running while on, replace compressor
Test compressor motor is PCB. Otherwise, replace
on. compressor.

AE1606 Compressor EST Alert Compressor pressure Replace compressor PCB.

pressure Compressor transducer (PC)
detected Test indicates that
compressor air is
present after
compressor motor is
disabled and
accumulator
drained.

AE1607 Disabled mode EST Alert Compressor timer is Replace compressor PCB.
time OOR Compressor running while
Test compressor motor is
off.

AE1608 Unable to test EST Alert Compressor standby 1. Troubleshoot code

standby mode Compressor mode check cannot AE1604 or AE1607, if
Test be run, because of present.
inability to verify 2. Replace compressor
timer functionality PCB.
during compressor
run and disabled
tests.

AE1609 Standby mode EST Alert Compressor motor is Replace compressor PCB.
time OOR Compressor still running. During
Test standby mode test
phase, compressor
motor should
eventually turn off.

AE1610 Unable to EST Alert Compressor load Troubleshoot code AE1603

perform Compressor test cannot be run, or AE1606.
compressor load Test because of inability
test to verify PC during
compressor run and
disabled tests.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE1611 Compressor EST Alert Compressor unable 1. Run compressor leak

load test failed Compressor to maintain test to check for com-
Test minimum pressure pressor leak.
under worst-case a. Use leak detector to
breath delivery check for leaks at the
waveform. accumulator fittings
and other tubing
connections.
b. Verify no leaks at
CV2 within the venti-
lator by plugging the
air inlet fitting.
2. Replace compressor.
3. Replace compressor
PCB.

AE1700 Compressor EST Status Ventilator did not No action required.

Leak Test - Not Compressor sense a compressor
installed Leak Test attached and
skipped test.

AE1701 Unable to EST Alert Compressor leak test 1. Troubleshoot accompa-

perform Compressor cannot be run, nying code AE1604 or
compressor leak Leak Test because of inability AE1607.
test to verify timer 2. Replace compressor
functionality. PCB.

AE1702 Wall air EST Alert Wall air pressure 1. Make sure air supply is
pressure Compressor switch (PS2) disconnected.
detected Leak Test detected air 2. Disconnect PS2 and
presence after user rerun test. If test
was prompted to passes, replace PS2.
disconnect air.

AE1703 Wall air EST Alert Wall air pressure 1. Make sure air supply is
pressure not Compressor switch (PS2) did not connected.
detected Leak Test detect air presence 2. Run Gas Supply/SV Test.
after user was
prompted to
connect air.

AE1704 Compressor leak EST Alert Compressor leak was Troubleshoot compressor
detected Compressor detected using compartment or
Leak Test compressor timer to inspiratory module for
detect compressor leaks.
turning on
momentarily during
test.

AE1901 GUI touch: Error EST GUI Alert Touch screen error 1. Clean touch screen,
Touch Test occurred (e.g., removing any obstruc-
blocked beam or tions.
low-level error), 2. Replace touch frame
buffer cannot be PCB.
read, or report is 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
invalid.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AE2001 Bad GUI serial EST GUI Serial Alert While in loopback Replace GUI CPU PCB.
port Port Test mode, failed to
verify received
message was
identical to
transmitted
message.

AE2101 Battery not EST Battery Alert BPS not fully 1. Allow BPS to fully
charged Test charged at start of charge, then repeat
test. test.
2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace battery pack.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.

AE2102 Battery not EST Battery Alert BPS not discharging 1. Verify AC power is dis-
discharging Test after AC power was connected when
disconnected. prompted.
2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace battery pack.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.

AE2103 Bad Backup EST Battery Alert While BPS was 1. Ensure the battery pack
Power Supply Test discharging, BPS is fully charged by
voltage dropped checking that the
below accepted green LED on the BPS is
level or dropped too lit prior to initiating an
quickly. EST. If the amber LED is
lit, allow the unit to
charge the batteries
prior to rerunning EST.
2. Replace the battery
pack.
3. Replace the BPS PCB.
4. Replace the AI PCB.
5. Replace the power sup-
ply.

AE2104 Battery not EST Battery Alert BPS not charging 1. Verify that AC power is
charging Test after AC power was reconnected when
reconnected. prompted and that AC
is good.
2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace the battery
pack.
4. Replace the power sup-
ply.
5. Replace the BD CPU.
6. Replace the AI PCB.

AE2300 GUI Nurse Call EST Test Status User pressed CLEAR No action required.
Test - Not to indicate nurse’s
installed call device not
installed. Test was
skipped.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AS0010 Unable to SST flow Alert Flow controller 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
establish O2 sensor test unable to establish ply is connected and
flow and control oxygen unrestricted.
flow at 120 L/min. 2. Verify that the oxygen
supply meets minimum
pressure requirements.
3. Verify that the patient
circuit system has no
leaks or occlusions. If
not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to get
to the leak test. If the
leak test passes in EST,
exit out of EST. Correct
the leak or occlusion in
the patient circuit used
in SST and rerun or try
another patient circuit.
4. Check the oxygen inlet
filter assembly.
5. Verify that the oxygen
regulator pressure is set
between 9-12 psi.
6. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the air side, return Q2
back to its original posi-
tion and replace Q1.
8. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AS0011 Unable to SST flow Alert 1. Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish air sensor test unable to estab- connected and unre-
flow lish and control stricted.
air flow at 2. Verify that the air sup-
120 L/min. ply meets minimum
pressure requirements.
3. Verify that the patient
circuit system has no
leaks or occlusions. If
not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to get
to the leak test. If the
leak test passes in EST,
exit out of EST. Correct
the leak or occlusion in
the patient circuit used
in SST and rerun or try
another patient circuit.
4. Check the air inlet filter
(F2).
5. Verify that the air regu-
lator pressure is set
between 9-12 psi.
6. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.
8. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side. If yes,
return PSOL1 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.

AS0012 O2 pressure not SST flow Alert Oxygen pressure not Make sure oxygen supply is
detected sensor test detected via PS1. connected.
Only air available for
SST.

AS0013 Wall air SST flow Alert Air pressure not Make sure air supply is
pressure not sensor test detected via PS2 or connected.
detected PC. Only oxygen
available for SST.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AS0202 Excessive leak SST Circuit Alert Pressure drops to 85 1. Make sure patient cir-
leak cmH2O in 10 s, then cuit is connected and is
in 10 s more by not leaking.
10 cmH2O. 2. Check exhalation valve
operation.
3. Verify connections of
bacteria filters and
humidifier are secure.

AS0305 Occluded SST Alert Pressure drop across Consider replacing

expiratory filter Expiratory filter > 2 cmH2O, but expiratory filter.
filter < 3 cmH2O.

AS0308 Occluded SST Alert Exhalation 1. Check compartment for

expiratory Expiratory compartment obstruction.
compartment filter pressure > 3 cmH2O 2. Verify exhalation valve
but < 4 cmH2O. operation by running
EST.

AS0311 Low expiratory SST Alert Pressure drop 1. Repeat test, following
filter P Expiratory across expiratory directions more closely.
filter filter < 0.4 cmH2O, 2. Replace filter.
but > 0.1 cmH2O.

AS0403 Occluded SST Circuit Alert Inspiratory limb Check for occluded patient
inspiratory limb Resistance pressure > 8.5 tubing.
cmH2O (adult) or
5.5 cmH2O
(pediatric), but
< 12.5 cmH2O (adult)
or 7.5 cmH2O
(pediatric),
indicating occlusion.

AS0406 Occluded SST Circuit Alert Expiratory limb Check for occluded patient
exhalation limb Resistance pressure > tubing.
8.5 cmH2O (adult) or
5.5 cmH2O
(pediatric) but > 12.5
cmH2O (adult) or
7.5 cmH2O
(pediatric),
indicating occlusion.

AS0407 Unable to reach SST Circuit Alert During Check for kinked or
min peak flow Resistance characterization of occluded patient tubing.
total circuit
resistance over a
range of flows, peak
flow < 80 L/min but
> 60 L/min.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AS0411 Unable to reach SST Circuit Alert During Check for kinked or
min peak flow Resistance characterization of occluded patient tubing.
total circuit
resistance over a
range of flows, peak
flow was less than
alert threshold.

AS0413 Insp limb SST Circuit Alert Inspiratory limb 1. Make sure inspiratory
resistance low Resistance pressure < 0.6 filter is installed.
cmH2O (adult) or 2. Repeat test, following
5.5 cmH2O directions more closely.
(pediatric), but 3. Replace inspiratory fil-
> 0.2 cmH2O. ter.
4. Replace patient circuit.

AS0414 Exp limb SST Circuit Alert Expiratory limb Replace patient circuit.
resistance low Resistance pressure
< 0.6 cmH2O (adult)
or 0.5 cmH2O
(pediatric), but
> 0.2 cmH2O.

AS0505 Excessive SST Alert High compliance 1. Make sure correct

compliance Compliance >6 mL/cmH2O patient tubing type
calibration (adult) was specified in SST.
or 4.5 mL/cmH2O 2. Replace patient circuit.
(pediatric), but
< 12 mL/cmH2O
(adult) or
9 mL/cmH2O
(pediatric).

AS0507 Compliance low SST Alert High compliance 1. Make sure correct
Compliance falls below patient tubing type
calibration 1.56 mL/cmH2O was specified in SST.
(adult) or 2. Replace patient circuit
1.34 mL/cmH2O with a known good cir-
(pediatric) but cuit and filter set.
not lower than 3. Run EST to check the
1.05 mL/cmH2O. operation of PI and PE
during the Circuit Pres-
sure Test. Replace appli-
cable pressure
transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pres-
sure Transducer calibra-
tion.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

AS0509 Excessive SST Alert Low compliance 1. Make sure correct

compliance Compliance > 6 mL/cmH2O patient tubing type
calibration (adult) or was specified in SST.
4.5 mL/cmH2O 2. Replace patient circuit
(pediatric), but with a known good cir-
< 12 mL/cmH2O cuit and filter set.
(adult) or 3. Run EST to check the
9 mL/cmH2O operation of PI and PE
(pediatric). during the Circuit Pres-
sure Test. Replace appli-
cable pressure
transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pres-
sure Transducer calibra-
tion.

AS0511 Compliance low SST Alert Low compliance 1. Make sure correct
Compliance falls below patient tubing type
calibration 1.56 mL/cmH2O was specified in SST.
(adult) or 2. Replace patient circuit
1.34 mL/cmH2O with a known good cir-
(pediatric), but cuit and filter set.
not below 3. Run EST to check the
1.05 mL/cmH2O. operation of PI and PE
during the Circuit Pres-
sure Test. Replace appli-
cable pressure
transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pres-
sure Transducer calibra-
tion.

Dxxxxx Assertion Background BDU reset System generated a 1. See specific error code.
Checks (BD) reset to correct a 2. Replace the BD CPU
boundary check or PCB.
possible data
corruption of
control variables.

D02016 Assertion Background BDU reset 1. Replace the BD CPU

Checks (BD) PCB.
2. Replace the AI PCB.
3. Replace the Mother-
board PCB.

D17016 Assertion Background BDU reset Replace the BD CPU PCB.

Checks (BD)

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

D18806 Assertion Background BDU reset 1. Check for wet expira-

Checks (BD) tory or inspiratory fil-
ter.
2. Check all cable connec-
tions: GUI Ethernet
cable, internal cables.
3. Review ventilator logs,
including the alarm
log. Observe any occur-
rences of rapidly
repeating messages.
This pattern may con-
tribute to a buffer
overflow condition that
the ventilator will
attempt to clear.
4. Perform digital ground
isolation test.
5. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

DT0002 Bus error / Background BDU reset Hardware trap from Replace the BD CPU PCB.
Access fault Checks (BD) an access fault due
to a bad memory
chip, bad control
line, or a hardware
timing issue.

DT0011 Line 1111 Background BDU reset Replace the BD CPU PCB.
Emulator Checks (BD)
(Unimplemen-
ted F-line
Opcode)

Exxxxx Varies BD Event Status A status message

indicating an event
that was
intentionally caused.

E00001 Date/time BD Event Status No action required.

before change

E00007 Date/time vent BD Event Status No action required.

clock
synchronized

E00014 BD NOVRAM BD Event Status No action required.

restore fault

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

NOTE:
For all "FE" codes (failures reported during EST), diagnose the problem and perform the repair.
Run a complete EST to reset the EST test failure in memory. If there is a failed EST test result in
memory, normal operation is prevented until the failed EST test is rerun and passes.

FE0001 Inspiratory EST Circuit Failure Inspiratory pressure 1. Replace SOL1.

autozero out of Pressure Test transducer ADC 2. Replace Inspiratory
range count at 0 cmH2O is Electronics PCB.
out of range. 3. Replace AI PCB.

FE0002 Expiratory EST Circuit Failure Exhalation pressure 1. Replace SOL2.

autozero out of Pressure Test sensor ADC count at 2. Replace exhalation
range 0 cmH2O is out of transducer PCB.
range. 3. Replace AI PCB.

FE0003 Failed to reach EST Circuit Failure Unable to build 1. Make sure that test cir-
test pressure Pressure Test pressure (air) to cuit is installed and air
10 cmH2O at 5 L/min supply or compressor is
within time-out available and good.
period. 2. Verify that the air regu-
lator pressure is set
between 9-12 psi.
3. Verify that the patient
circuit system has no
leaks or occlusions by
running the first four
tests in EST to get to
the leak test.

FE0004 Cross-check EST Circuit Failure Inspiratory/ 1. Verify that the system
failed Pressure Test expiratory pressure has no leaks or occlu-
transducer readings sions. If not sure, run
at 10 cmH2O test the first four tests in
pressure are too far EST to run the leak test
apart. 2. If the leak test passes in
EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the
Circuit Pressure Test to
determine which pres-
sure transducer is out
of range: PI or PE.
Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
3. Replace AI PCB.

FE0005 Bad insp EST Circuit Failure Inspiratory pressure 1. Replace SOL1.
autozero Pressure Test reading (taken after 2. Replace Inspiratory
solenoid inspiratory pressure Electronics PCB.
transducer autozero 3. Replace AI PCB.
solenoid (SOL1)
actuated) out of
range (-0.60 to
0.60 cmH2O).

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0006 Bad exp EST Circuit Failure Expiratory pressure 1. Replace SOL2.
autozero sol Pressure Test reading (taken after 2. Replace exhalation
expiratory pressure transducer PCB.
transducer autozero 3. Replace AI PCB.
solenoid (SOL2)
actuated) out of
range (-0.60 to
0.60 cmH2O).

FE0007 Cross-check EST Circuit Failure Inspiratory/ 1. Replace the expiratory

failed Pressure Test expiratory pressure bacteria filter.
transducer 2. Verify that the system
measurements at has no leaks or occlu-
50 or 100 cmH2O sions. If not sure, run
test pressure are too the first four tests in
far apart. EST to run the leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in
EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the
Circuit Pressure Test to
determine which pres-
sure transducer is out
of range: PI or PE.
Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

FE0008 Failed to reach EST Circuit Failure Unable to build 1. Make sure air supply or
test pressure Pressure Test pressure (air) to 50 compressor is available.
or 100 cmH2O at 2. Check for system leak
5 L/min within time- at the expiratory bacte-
out period. ria filter or O2 sensor. If
not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to run
the leak test.

FE0010 AC power not EST Circuit Failure System is still 1. Plug in ventilator
connected Pressure Test running on battery power cord.
power after 2. Disconnect BPS to iso-
prompting user to late problem.
connect AC power. 3. Replace power supply.
EST can only run on
AC (facility) power.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0101 O2 flow sensor EST Flow Failure Oxygen flow sensor 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
cross check sensors cross (Q1) cross-check ply is connected and
failed check Test failed. unrestricted.
2. Verify that the oxygen
supply is good.
3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.6.Switch Q1
and Q2. Rerun the flow
sensor calibration and
EST. If the failure trans-
fers to the air side,
return Q2 back to its
original position and
replace Q1.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.
6. Replace exhalation
flow sensor (Q3)
7. Replace AI PCB.

FE0102 O2 PSOL current EST Flow Failure Oxygen PSOL 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
out of range sensors cross (PSOL1) current is ply is connected and
check Test out of range with unrestricted.
respect to flow 2. Verify that the oxygen
sensor (Q1). supply is good.
3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.
5. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the air side, return Q2
back to its original posi-
tion and replace Q1.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0103 Air flow sensor EST Flow Failure Inspiratory module 1. Make sure air supply is
cross check sensors cross air flow sensor (Q2) connected and unre-
failed check Test cross-check failed. stricted.
2. Verify that the air sup-
ply is good.
3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
5. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.
6. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2
7. Replace exhalation
flow sensor (Q3).
8. Replace AI PCB.

FE0104 Air PSOL current EST Flow Failure Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. Make sure air supply is
out of range sensors cross current is out of connected and unre-
check Test range with respect stricted.
to air flow sensor 2. Verify that the air sup-
(Q2). ply is good.
3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side. If yes,
return PSOL back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.
5. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0106 Unable to EST Flow Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
establish O2 sensors cross unable to establish ply is connected.
flow check Test and control oxygen 2. Check regulated oxy-
flow at 60, 5, and 1 gen pressure.
L/min. 3. Replace PSOL1 or Q1.
4. Replace AI PCB.

FE0107 Unable to EST Flow Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish air sensors cross unable to establish connected.
flow check Test and control air flow 2. Check regulated air
at 60, 5, and 1 L/min. pressure.
3. Perform flow sensor
calibration.
4. Replace PSOL2 or Q2.
5. Replace AI PCB.

FE0108 O2 zero flow EST Flow Failure Inspiratory flow > 1. Verify no leaks at the
check failed sensors cross 0.153 L/min with Q1 o-rings.
check Test oxygen PSOL 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test
(PSOL1) commanded to check for PSOL1
to 0 (closed). leak. Remove and then
reseat PSOL1.
3. Replace PSOL1.
4. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
5. Replace Q1.

FE0109 Air zero flow EST Flow Failure Inspiratory flow 1. Verify no leaks at the
check failed sensors cross > 0.153 L/min with Q2 o-rings.
check Test air PSOL (PSOL2) 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test
commanded to 0 to check for PSOL2
(closed). leak. Remove and then
reseat PSOL2.
3. Replace PSOL2.
4. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
5. Replace Q2.

FE0204 Wall air EST Gas Failure Wall air not 1. Make sure air supply is
pressure not Supply/SV detected initially connected.
detected Test and wall air still not 2. Check PS2: Remove the
detected after user wiring connectors from
was prompted to PS2 and jumper the
connect wall air. connectors to each
other. If the system
now recognizes the air
supply, replace PS2.

FE0205 O2 pressure not EST Gas Failure Oxygen pressure not 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
detected Supply/SV detected initially ply is connected.
Test and oxygen pressure 2. Check PS1: Remove the
still not detected wiring connectors from
after user was PS1 and jumper the
prompted to connectors to each
connect oxygen. other. If the system
now recognizes the air
supply, replace PS1.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0206 O2 pressure EST Gas Failure Oxygen pressure 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
detected (O2 Supply/SV switch detected ply is disconnected.
not Test presence of oxygen 2. Replace Inspiratory
disconnected) after user was Electronics PCB.
prompted to 3. Replace PS1.
disconnect oxygen.

FE0207 Air PSOL leak EST Gas Failure Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. Check for leaks around
Supply/SV forward leak was the Q2 o-rings.
Test detected via 2. Verify that the safety
excessive pressure valve relieves pressures
buildup (> 100 above 100 cmH2O. Lis-
cmH2O) in blocked ten for the pressure
inspiratory module. relief while watching
the numeric digital dis-
play of system pressure
in the upper screen. If
the safety valve does
not crack open, replace
the safety valve.
3. Replace PSOL2.

FE0208 Wall air EST Gas Failure Wall air pressure 1. Make sure air supply is
pressure Supply/SV switch (PS2) disconnected.
detected Test detected wall air 2. Replace Inspiratory
after user was Electronics PCB.
prompted to 3. Replace PS2.
disconnect it.

FE0209 O2 PSOL leak EST Gas Failure Oxygen PSOL 1. Check for leaks around
Supply/SV (PSOL1) forward the Q1 o-rings.
Test leak was detected 2. Verify that the safety
via excessive valve relieves pressures
pressure buildup above 100 cmH2O. Lis-
(> 100 cmH2O) in ten for the pressure
blocked inspiratory relief while watching
module. the numeric digital dis-
play of system pressure
in the upper screen. If
the safety valve does
not crack open, replace
the safety valve.
3. Replace PSOL1.

FE0210 SV pressure EST Gas Failure Safety valve cracking 1. Make sure To patient
relief failed Supply/SV pressure and/or port is blocked.
Test peak steady-state 2. Check for leaks at the
pressure is out of O2 sensor, SOL1 or PI.
range. 3. Replace the safety
valve.
4. Replace PI.

FE0211 O2 pressure not EST Gas Failure PS1 did not detect 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
detected Supply/SV oxygen after user ply is connected.
Test was prompted to 2. Replace Inspiratory
connect it. Electronics PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0212 Compressor EST Gas Failure Compressor pressure Replace compressor PCB.
pressure Supply/SV transducer (PC)
detected Test detected that
compressor was
pressurized.

FE0215 Air zero flow EST Gas Failure During zero-flow 1. Make sure gas supplies
check failed Supply/SV check, air flow are disconnected.
Test sensor (Q2) reads 2. Make sure compressor
> 0.05 L/min. is not running.
3. Verify no leaks at the
Q2 o-rings.
4. Check for PSOL2 leak.
5. Remove and then
reseat PSOL2.
6. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
7. Replace PSOL2.
8. Replace Q2.

FE0216 O2 zero flow EST Gas Failure During zero-flow 1. Make sure gas supplies
check failed Supply/SV check, oxygen flow are disconnected.
Test sensor (Q1) reads 2. Make sure compressor
> 0.05 L/min. is not running.
3. Verify no leaks at the
Q2 o-rings.
4. Check for PSOL2 leak.
5. Remove and then
reseat PSOL2.
6. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
7. Replace PSOL2.
8. Replace Q2.

FE0217 Exp zero flow EST Gas Failure During zero-flow 1. Make sure gas supplies
check failed Supply/SV check, exhalation are disconnected.
Test flow sensor (Q3) 2. Make sure compressor
reads > 0.1 L/min. is not running.
3. Verify no leaks at the
Q3 o-rings.
4. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
5. Replace Q3.

FE0301 Excessive leak EST Leak Test Failure System pressure 1. Make sure test circuit is
dropped below connected and is not
failure pressure leaking.
level. 2. Check for system leaks
or occlusions especially
at the O2 sensor and
expiratory filter.
3. Verify secure connec-
tion of expiratory filter.
4. Check exhalation valve
operation.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0305 Unable to EST Leak Test Failure System cannot 1. Make sure test circuit is
establish attain leak test connected and is not
pressure starting pressure leaking.
using oxygen or air 2. Check exhalation valve
within time-out operation, and verify
period. secure connection of
expiratory filter.

FE0401 Accept key fails. EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0402 Clear key fails. EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0403 Insp. Pause key EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0404 Exp. Pause key EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0405 Man Insp fails. EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0406 100% O2/CAL EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
key or INCREASE Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
O2 2 min key Test within 15 s.
fails.

FE0407 Info key fails. EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0408 Alarm Reset key EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0409 Alarm Silence EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
key fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0410 Alarm Volume EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
key fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0411 Screen EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
brightness fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0412 Screen contrast EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
key fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

FE0413 Screen lock key EST GUI Failure Wrong key pressed 1. Repeat test.
fails. Keyboard or key not pressed 2. Replace keyboard.
Test within 15 s.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE0501 Bad knob EST GUI Knob Failure Knob was not 1. Repeat test.
Test turned in direction 2. Replace keyboard.
as prompted within
15 s.

FE0801 SAAS EST GUI Failure CLEAR key pressed 1. Verify the GUI alarm
(Safety Audible Audio Test to indicate GUI cable connection to the
Alarm System) audio diagnostic GUI CPU PCB.
test failed failed. 2. Replace GUI alarm
assembly.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

FE0901 Bad alarm cable EST BDU Failure Alarm cable voltage 1. Make sure BD alarm
Audio Test is out of range (< 3.5 cable is connected.
or > 5.05 V). 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace BD alarm
cable.

FE0902 Bad power fail EST BDU Failure Power failure 1. Make sure BD alarm
cap Audio Test capacitor initial cable is connected.
voltage is out of 2. Replace BD alarm.
range (< 4.5 or 3. Replace AI PCB.
> 5.05 V). 4. Replace BD alarm
cable.
5. Replace Motherboard
PCB.

FE0903 Bad power fail EST BDU Failure Power failure 1. Make sure BD alarm
cap Audio Test capacitor final cable is connected.
voltage is out of 2. Replace BD alarm.
range or RC constant 3. Replace AI PCB.
< 60 s.

FE0904 Bad BD audio EST BDU Failure CLEAR key pressed 1. Make sure BD alarm
Audio Test to indicate user did cable is connected.
not hear alarm, 2. Replace BD alarm.
although alarm was 3. Replace AI PCB.
active. 4. Replace BD alarm
cable.

FE1101 Safety valve EST Safety Failure Excessive safety Replace safety valve.
occluded System Test valve back pressure
when safety valve is
open.

FE1102 Bad safety valve EST Safety Failure Safety valve 1. Replace safety valve.
driver or System Test loopback current is 2. Replace AI PCB.
loopback out of range during 3. Replace Inspiratory
one or more of Electronics PCB.
timed test points.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE1103 Insp check valve EST Safety Failure It took too long to 1. Make sure proper test
test failed System Test relieve excess circuit is used.
pressure through 2. Make sure CV3 is not
open safety valve, installed backward.
indicating 3. Replace CV3.
inspiratory check 4. Replace Safety Valve
valve (CV3) is (SV).
occluded or test
circuit is too large.

FE1105 Unable to EST Safety Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish flow System Test unable to establish connected and unre-
and control gas flow stricted.
at 60 L/min. 2. Check air regulator
pressure.
3. Run flow sensor cali-
bration.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if
test passes. If it does,
return PSOL1 to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.
5. Replace Q2.

FE1301 Seal test failed EST Exp Valve Failure Seal test  pressure 1. Clean exhalation valve.
Seal Test is above failure 2. Calibrate exhalation
level. valve.
3. Run flow sensor cali-
bration.
4. Replace exhalation
valve.
5. Replace AI PCB.
6. Replace PE.

FE1302 Exp valve temp EST Exp Valve Failure Exhalation valve 1. Ensure the unit has
OOR Seal Test magnet been warmed up at
temperature out of ambient temperature
range (10 to 100oC). for at least 10 minutes.
2. Calibrate the exhala-
tion valve (EV).
3. Replace exhalation
valve (EV).
4. Replace AI PCB.

FE1303 Unable to EST Exp Valve Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure proper test
establish exp Seal Test unable to establish circuit it used and that
flow and control air flow there are no leaks or
measured by occlusions.
exhalation flow 2. Make sure air supply is
sensor (Q3). still connected.
3. Run flow sensor cali-
bration.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.
6. Replace the exhalation
valve.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE1304 Exp valve not EST Exp Valve Failure Exhalation valve 1. Check for leaks or
calibrated Seal Test table checksum is occlusions. Correct and
not valid or last then run the exhalation
calibration valve calibration.
performed was not 2. Replace the exhalation
completed valve.
successfully. 3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

FE1401 Bad calibration EST Exp Valve Failure Measured system 1. Calibrate exhalation
Test pressure at one or valve.
more test points is 2. Replace exhalation
out of range. valve.
3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace the Exhalation
Pressure Transducer
PCB.

FE1402 Exp valve not EST Exp Valve Failure Exhalation valve 1. Check for leaks or
calibrated Test table checksum is occlusions. Correct and
not valid or last then run the exhalation
calibration valve calibration.
performed was not 2. Replace the exhalation
completed valve.
successfully. 3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

FE1403 Unable to EST Exp Valve Failure Flow controller 1. Check for leaks or
establish exp Test unable to establish occlusions. Correct and
flow and control air flow then run the exhalation
measured by valve calibration.
exhalation flow 2. Replace the exhalation
sensor (Q3). valve.
3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

FE1501 Unable to EST Exp Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish air Heater Test unable to establish connected and unre-
flow and control 60 L/min stricted.
air flow. 2. Check air regulator
pressure.
3. Run flow sensor cali-
bration.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if
test passes. If it does,
return PSOL1 to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.
5. Replace Q2.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FE1502 Bad exp heater EST Exp Failure Exhalation heater 1. Replace exhalation
Heater Test temperature did not heater.
rise sufficiently 2. Replace AI PCB.
when heater was 3. Replace interconnect
turned on. cable between exhala-
tion compartment and
motherboard.

FE1503 Bad exp heater EST Exp Failure Heater temperature 1. Replace exhalation
Heater Test did not drop heater.
sufficiently during 2. Replace AI PCB.
an interval after
heater was turned
off.

FE2201 Low exp P EV Velocity Failure Expiratory  P too 1. Check for leaks or
Transducer low, indicating occlusions. Correct and
Test velocity transducer then run the exhalation
not responding valve calibration.
properly. 2. Run flow sensor cali-
bration.
3. Replace exhalation
valve.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

FE2301 Nurse call stuck EST GUI Nurse Failure CLEAR key pressed 1. Make sure test equip-
on Call Test to indicate nurse’s ment is connected
call (remote alarm) properly to remote
relay is stuck on alarm port.
when it should be 2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
off.

FE2302 Nurse call stuck EST GUI Nurse Failure CLEAR key pressed 1. Make sure test equip-
off Call Test to indicate nurse’s ment is connected
call (remote alarm) properly to remote
relay is stuck off alarm port.
when it should be 2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
on.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

NOTE:
For all "FS" codes (failures reported during SST), if the corrective action indicated is to run an EST
to further diagnose the problem, perform the repair after the EST, verify the fix in EST, and then
rerun SST in order to enter normal ventilator operation. If there is a failed SST test result in
memory, normal operation until is prevented until the failed SST test is rerun and passes.

FS0001 O2 flow sensor SST Flow Failure Oxygen flow sensor 1. Correct the leak or
cross check Sensor Test (Q1) cross-check occlusion in the SST
failed failed. patient circuit and
rerun or try known
good patient circuit
and filter set.
2. Verify that the ventila-
tor system has no leaks
or occlusions by run-
ning the first four tests
in EST to run the leak
test.
a. If the leak test fails
in EST, troubleshoot
the expiratory filter
or ventilator system
for leaks or occlu-
sions.
b. If the leak test passes
in EST, troubleshoot
the SST patient cir-
cuit.
3. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
4. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the air side, return Q2
back to its original posi-
tion and replace Q1.
5. Replace Q3
6. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0002 O2 PSOL current SST Flow Failure Oxygen PSOL 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
out of range Sensor Test (PSOL1) command ply is connected and
current is out of unrestricted.
range with respect 2. Verify that the oxygen
to oxygen flow supply is good.
sensor (Q1). 3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
5. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the air side, return Q2
back to its original posi-
tion and replace Q1.
6. Replace Q3.
7. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0003 Air flow sensor SST Flow Failure Air flow sensor (Q2) 1. Correct the leak or
cross check Sensor Test cross-check failed. occlusion in the SST
failed patient circuit and
rerun or try known
good patient circuit
and filter set.
2. Verify that the ventila-
tor system has no leaks
or occlusions by run-
ning the first four tests
in EST to run the leak
test.
3. If the leak test fails in
EST, troubleshoot the
expiratory filter or ven-
tilator system for leaks
or occlusions.
4. If the leak test passes in
EST, troubleshoot the
SST patient circuit.
5. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.
7. Replace Q3.
8. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side. If yes,
return PSOL1 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0004 Air PSOL current SST Flow Failure Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. Make sure air supply is
out of range Sensor Test command current is connected and unre-
out of range with stricted.
respect to air flow 2. Verify that the air sup-
sensor (Q2). ply is good.
3. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
5. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.
6. Replace Q3.
7. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side. If yes,
return PSOL1 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.

FS0005 Gas not SST Flow Failure No gas is available Connect gas supply.
connected Sensor Test (neither PS1, PS2,
nor PC detects
pressure).

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0006 Unable to SST Flow Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure oxygen sup-
establish O2 Sensor Test unable to establish ply is connected and
flow and control oxygen unrestricted.
flow at 60, 5, and 1 2. Verify that the oxygen
L/min. supply is good.
3. Check regulated oxy-
gen pressure.
4. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
5. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the air side, return Q2
back to its original posi-
tion and replace Q1.
7. Replace exhalation
flow sensor (Q3).
8. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL1.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0007 Unable to SST Flow Failure Flow controller 1. Make sure air supply is
establish air Sensor Test unable to establish connected unrestricted.
flow and control air flow 2. Verify that the air sup-
at 60, 5, and 1 L/min. ply is adequate.
3. Check regulated air
pressure.
4. Verify that the system
has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run
the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
5. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2.
Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side, return
Q1 back to its original
position and replace
Q2.
7. Replace exhalation
flow sensor (Q3).
8. Switch PSOLs to see if
the failure transfers to
the oxygen side. If yes,
return PSOL1 back to its
original position and
replace PSOL2.

FS0008 O2 zero flow SST Flow Failure Inspiratory flow 1. Verify no leaks at the
check failed Sensor Test > 0.153 L/min with Q1 o-rings.
oxygen PSOL 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test
(PSOL1) commanded to check for PSOL1
to 0 (closed). leak.
3. Remove and then
reseat PSOL1.
4. Replace PSOL1.
5. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
6. Replace Q1.

FS0009 Air zero flow SST Flow Failure Inspiratory flow 1. Verify no leaks at the
check failed Sensor Test > 0.153 L/min with Q2 o-rings.
air PSOL (PSOL2) 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test
commanded to 0 to check for PSOL2
(closed). leak.
3. Remove and then
reseat PSOL2.
4. Replace PSOL2.
5. Perform a flow sensor
calibration.
6. Replace Q2.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0101 Inspiratory SST circuit Failure Inspiratory pressure 1. Replace Inspiratory

autozero out of pressure test transducer ADC Electronics PCB
range count at 0 cmH2O is 2. Replace AI PCB.
out of range.

FS0102 Expiratory SST circuit Failure Expiratory pressure 1. Replace exhalation

autozero out of pressure test transducer ADC transducer PCB.
range count at 0 cmH2O is 2. Replace AI PCB.
out of range. 3. Replace SOL1.

FS0103 Failed to reach SST circuit Failure Unable to build 1. Verify that the patient
test pressure pressure test pressure (air) to circuit system has no
10 cmH2O at 5 L/min leaks or occlusions or
within time-out use a known good
period. patient circuit and filter
set.
2. Verify that the air sup-
ply or compressor is
available and ade-
quate.
3. Verify that the ventila-
tor system has no leaks
or occlusions. If not
sure, run the first four
tests in EST to run the
leak test.

FS0104 Cross-check SST circuit Failure Inspiratory/ 1. Verify that the patient
failed pressure test expiratory pressure circuit system has no
transducer readings leaks or occlusions or
at 10 cmH20 test use a known good
pressure are too far patient circuit and filter
apart. set.
2. Verify that the ventila-
tor system has no leaks
or occlusions. If not
sure, run the first four
tests in EST to run the
leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in
EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the
Circuit Pressure Test to
determine which pres-
sure transducer is out
of range: PI or PE.
Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0105 Bad insp SST circuit Failure Inspiratory pressure 1. Replace SOL1.
autozero pressure test reading taken after 2. Replace Inspiratory
solenoid actuating Electronics PCB.
inspiratory pressure 3. Replace AI PCB.
transducer autozero
solenoid (SOL1) is
out of range
(-0.60 to 0.60
cmH2O).

FS0106 Bad exp SST circuit Failure Expiratory pressure 1. Replace SOL2.
autozero sol pressure test reading taken after 2. Replace exhalation
actuating expiratory transducer PCB.
transducer autozero 3. Replace AI PCB.
solenoid (SOL2) is
out of range (-0.60
to 0.60 cmH2O).

FS0107 Cross-check SST circuit Failure Inspiratory/ 1. Replace the expiratory

failed pressure test expiratory pressure bacteria filter.
transducer readings 2. Verify that the system
at 50 or 100 cmH2O has no leaks or occlu-
test pressure are too sions. If not sure, run
far apart. the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in
EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the
EST Circuit Pressure Test
to determine which
pressure transducer is
out of range: PI or PE.
Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

FS0108 Failed to reach SST circuit Failure Unable to build 1. Make sure air supply or
test pressure pressure test pressure (air) to 50 compressor is available.
or 100 cmH2O at 2. Check for system leak.
5 L/min within time-
out period.

FS0201 Excessive leak SST Circuit Failure System pressure 1. Make sure patient cir-
leak dropped below cuit is connected and is
failure pressure not leaking.
level. 2. Check exhalation valve
operation, and verify
secure connections of
bacteria filters, water
traps, and humidifier.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0205 Unable to SST Circuit Failure Unable to attain 1. Make sure patient cir-
establish leak leak test starting cuit is connected and is
pressure pressure within not leaking.
time-out period 2. Check exhalation valve
using oxygen or air. operation, and verify
secure connections of
bacteria filters, water
traps, and humidifier.

FS0301 Unable to SST Failure Flow controller Make sure gas supply is still
establish flow Expiratory unable to establish connected.
filter and control gas
flow.

FS0303 Occluded SST Failure Exhalation 1. Check compartment for

expiratory Expiratory compartment obstruction.
compartment filter pressure > 4 cmH2O. 2. Verify exhalation valve
operation by running
EST.

FS0304 Occluded SST Failure Pressure drop across Replace expiratory filter.
expiratory filter Expiratory filter > 3 cmH2O.
filter

FS0306 Patient circuit SST Failure A test flow was used Make sure patient circuit is
not Expiratory to verify that circuit disconnected at expiratory
disconnected filter was disconnected, filter.
and an expiratory
flow was detected.

FS0307 Patient circuit SST Failure A test flow was used Make sure patient circuit is
not reconnected Expiratory to verify that circuit connected at expiratory
filter was reconnected, filter.
and an expiratory
flow was not
detected.

FS0310 Low expiratory SST Failure Pressure drop across 1. Repeat test, following
filter P Expiratory expiratory filter directions more closely.
filter < 0.1 cmH2O. 2. Replace filter.

FS0401 Unable to SST Circuit Failure Flow controller Make sure gas supply is
establish flow Resistance unable to establish connected.
and control gas
flow.

FS0402 Occluded SST Circuit Failure Inspiratory limb Check for occluded patient
inspiratory limb Resistance pressure tubing.
> 12.5 cmH2O
(adult) or 7.5 cmH2O
(pediatric),
indicating occlusion.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0404 Unable to reach SST Circuit Failure During Check for kinked or
min peak flow Resistance characterization of occluded patient tubing.
total circuit
resistance over a
range of flows, peak
flow was less than
failure threshold.

FS0405 Occluded SST Circuit Failure Expiratory limb Check for occluded patient
exhalation limb Resistance pressure tubing.
> 12.5 cmH2O
(adult) or 7.5 cmH2O
(pediatric),
indicating occlusion.

FS0408 Insp limb SST Circuit Failure Inspiratory limb 1. Make sure inspiratory
resistance low Resistance pressure filter is installed.
< 0.2 cmH2O. 2. Repeat test, following
directions more closely.
3. Replace inspiratory fil-
ter.
4. Replace patient circuit.

FS0409 Exp limb SST Circuit Failure Expiratory limb Replace patient circuit.
resistance low Resistance pressure
< 0.2 cmH2O.

FS0410 Unable to reach SST Circuit Failure During Check for kinked or
min peak flow Resistance characterization of occluded patient tubing.
total circuit
resistance over a
range of flows, peak
flow was less than
failure threshold.

FS0412 Wye not SST Circuit Failure Unable to pressurize 1. Block wye when
blocked Resistance system within time- prompted.
out period. 2. Check for circuit leaks.

FS0501 Unable to SST Failure System cannot Check patient circuit for
pressurize Compliance pressurize to one of leaks. Replace as necessary.
circuit calibration the test pressure
points.

FS0502 Unable to SST Failure System cannot Check patient circuit for
pressurize Compliance pressurize to one of leaks. Replace as necessary.
circuit calibration the test pressure
points.

FS0503 Compliance SST Failure Out-of-range 1. Repeat test, making

calculation Compliance pressure ratio sure circuit is undis-
failure calibration calculation. turbed during test.
2. Repeat SST to retest
pressure transducers.
3. Run EST and verify all
pneumatics tests pass.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

FS0504 Excessive SST Failure High compliance 1. Make sure correct

compliance Compliance > 12 mL/cmH2O patient tubing type
calibration (adult) or was specified in SST.
9 mL/cmH2O 2. Replace patient circuit.
(pediatric).

FS0506 Compliance low SST Failure High compliance 1. Make sure correct
Compliance falls below patient tubing type
calibration 1.05 mL/cmH2O was specified in SST.
2. Replace patient circuit.

FS0508 Excessive SST Failure Low compliance 1. Make sure correct

compliance Compliance > 12 mL/cmH2O patient tubing type
calibration (adult) or was specified in SST.
9 mL/cmH2O 2. Replace patient circuit.
(pediatric).

FS0510 Compliance low SST Failure Low compliance 1. Make sure correct
Compliance falls below patient tubing type
calibration 1.05 mL/cmH2O was specified in SST.
2. Replace patient circuit.

HN0001 Non-maskable Other (BDU) BDU reset Replace BD CPU PCB.

interrupt (NMI):
Dynamic
random access
memory
(DRAM) Parity
Error

HN0002 NMI: Ethernet Other (BDU) BDU reset Replace BD CPU PCB.
Parity Error

HN0016 NMI: Analog Other (BDU) BDU reset 1. Replace AI PCB.

Interface Error: 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
analog to
digital
converter (ADC)
Channel
Sequencer Fault

HN0016 NMI: Analog Other (BDU) BDU reset 1. Replace AI PCB.

Interface Error: 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
ADC Timing
Fault

HN0016 NMI: Analog Other (BDU) BDU reset 1. Replace AI PCB.

Interface Error: 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
Hamming
Decode Fault

HN0080 NMI: Analog Other (BDU) BDU reset Replace AI PCB.

Interface Error:
ADC Timing
Fault

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause
HN0129
NMI: DRAM Other (BDU) BDU reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Parity Error connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.

HN0130 NMI: Ethernet Other (BDU) BDU reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Parity Error connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KB0001 Bad safety valve Background Vent inop Measured voltage 1. Replace safety valve.
switched side check (BDU) on safety valve 2. Replace AI PCB.
switched side 3. Replace Inspiratory
indicates valve is not Electronics PCB.
in expected state. 4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
mother board and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0002 Bad expiratory Background Vent inop Exhalation flow 1. If possible, run EST and
flow check (BDU) sensor (Q3) reading use the Flow Sensor
out of range Cross Check test to
determine if Q3 is fail-
ing. Replace Q3 if appli-
cable.
2. Perform flow sensor
calibration.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0003 Bad O2 PSOL Background Vent inop Oxygen PSOL 1. If possible, run EST to
current check (BDU) (PSOL1) current out determine if PSOL1 is
of range failing. Switch PSOLs to
see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL1 if appli-
cable.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KB0004 Bad air PSOL Background Vent inop Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. If possible, run EST to
current check (BDU) current out of range determine if PSOL2 is
failing. Switch PSOLs to
see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL2 if appli-
cable.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0005 Bad exp motor Background Vent inop Current to 1. Perform exhalation
current check (BDU) exhalation valve valve (EV) calibration.
motor out of range 2. Replace EV.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0007 Bad exp Background Vent inop PE reading out of 1. Replace exhalation
pressure check (BDU) range transducer PCB.
2. Replace AI PCB.

KB0008 Bad insp Background Vent inop PI reading out of 1. Replace Inspiratory
pressure check (BDU) range Electronics PCB.
2. Replace AI PCB.

KB0009 Air flow out of Background Vent inop Q2 reading too high 1. Perform flow sensor
range HIGH check (BDU) calibration.
2. Replace Q2.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0012 O2 flow out of Background Vent inop Q1 reading too high 1. Perform flow sensor
range HIGH check (BDU) calibration.
2. Replace Q1.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0016 Bad BD 10V Background Vent inop BDU +10 V supply Replace AI PCB.
supply check (BDU) out of range

KB0017 Bad BD 12 V Background Vent inop BDU +12 V supply 1. Replace AI PCB.
supply check (BDU) out of range 2. Replace power supply
or other power input
components.

KB0018 Bad BD 15 V Background Vent inop BDU +15 V supply 1. Replace AI PCB.
supply check (BDU) out of range 2. Replace power supply
or other power input
components.

KB0019 Bad BD -15 V Background Vent inop BDU -15 V supply 1. Replace AI PCB.
check (BDU) out of range 2. Replace power supply
or other power input
components.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KB0022 Bad BD 5 V Background Vent inop BDU +5 V supply out 1. Replace AI PCB.
supply check (BDU) of range 2. Replace power supply
or other power input
components.

KB0023 O2 PSOL stuck Background Vent inop Oxygen PSOL 3. If possible, run EST to
check (BDU) (PSOL1) command determine if PSOL1 is
current out of range failing. Switch PSOLs to
see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL1 if appli-
cable.
4. Replace AI PCB.
5. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
6. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0024 Air PSOL stuck Background Vent inop Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. If possible, run EST to
check (BDU) command current determine if PSOL2 is
out of range failing. Switch PSOLs to
see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL2 if appli-
cable.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0025 Air PSOL stuck Background Vent inop Air PSOL (PSOL2) 1. If possible, run EST to
open check (BDU) command current determine if PSOL2 is
reading indicates failing. Switch PSOLs to
PSOL stuck open see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL2 if appli-
cable.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KB0026 O2 PSOL stuck Background Vent inop PSOL1 command 1. If possible, run EST to
open check (BDU) current reading determine if PSOL1 is
indicates PSOL stuck failing. Switch PSOLs to
open see if the failure trans-
fers to the other side.
Replace PSOL1 if appli-
cable.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0028 O2 sensor out of Background Vent inop 1. Replace O2 sensor.

range check (BDU) 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KB0030 Bad safety valve Background Vent inop Current to safety 1. Replace safety valve.
current check (BDU) valve out of range 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0031 Insp pressure Background Vent inop Inspiratory pressure 1. Check or replace the
stuck check (BDU) transducer (PI) tubing between SOL 1
reading indicates and the outlet mani-
transducer is stuck fold to ensure no
restrictions to pressure
measurement.
2. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0032 Exp pressure Background Vent inop Expiratory pressure 1. Replace exhalation
stuck check (BDU) transducer (PE) transducer PCB.
reading indicates 2. Replace AI PCB.
transducer is stuck

KB0033 Insp pressure Background Vent inop Inspiratory pressure 1. Replace inspiratory
autozero offset check (BDU) transducer (PI) pressure transducer
failed reading following autozero solenoid
autozero out of (SOL1).
range 2. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KB0034 Exp pressure Background Vent inop Expiratory pressure 1. Replace expiratory
autozero offset check (BDU) transducer (PE) pressure transducer
failed reading following autozero solenoid
autozero out of (SOL2).
range 2. Replace exhalation
transducer PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.

KB0037 Analog-Digital Background Vent inop Analog-to-digital Replace AI PCB.

converter failed check (BDU) converter failure
high

KB0038 Analog-Digital Background Vent inop Analog-to-digital Replace AI PCB.

converter failed check (BDU) converter failure
low

KB0039 Analog-Digital Background Vent inop Analog-to-digital Replace AI PCB.

loopback failed check (BDU) converter failure

KB0044 BD NOVRAM Background Vent inop BD NOVRAM failure 1. Replace BD CPU PCB.
checksum error check (BDU) 2. Replace BPS battery
pack.

KB0053 BD EEPROM Background Vent inop BD EEPROM failure Replace BD CPU PCB.
checksum error check (BDU)

KB0064 LV Ref out of Background Vent inop Low-voltage Replace AI PCB.

range check (BDU) reference out of
range

KB0065 SV current out Background Vent inop Safety valve current 1. Replace BD CPU PCB if
of range check (BDU) out of range accompanied by error
code XB0074 or
XB0071.
2. Replace safety valve.
3. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
4. Replace AI PCB.
5. Replace interconnect
cable between the
motherboard and the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

KB0076 Task Monitor Background Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

check (BDU)

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KB0079 BK vent inop Background Vent inop Ventilator 1. Run the VENT INOP
occurred check (BDU) inoperative signal test.
read by BDU is a. If the test passes, run
active. This could EST to reset the
mean GUI has Device Alert. Run the
declared a ventilator unit for 48 hours and
inoperative then put back into
condition. service if the code
cannot be dupli-
cated.
b. If the test fails, trou-
bleshoot per Table 6-
5, VENT INOP Test
troubleshooting.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KB0082 Watchdog Background Vent inop 1. Replace BD real-time

failure occurred check (BDU) clock.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0001 Processor POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

Initialization

KP0002 Integer Unit POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Test

KP0003 DRAM Refresh POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Timer Test

KP0004 Kernel DRAM POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Test

KP0005 Boot EPROM POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Checksum Test

KP0006 POST Phase 2 POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Initialization

KP0007 Addressing POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

Mode Test

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KP0008 Kernel POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

NOVRAM Test

KP0009 Rolling Thunder POST (BDU) Vent inop POST has started 1. Replace AI PCB.
Test (but not run to 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
completion) three or 3. Replace motherboard.
more times, for
reasons unrelated to
power.

KP0011 Time of Day POST (BDU) Vent inop 1. Replace BD real-time

Clock Test clock.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0012 Timer Test POST (BDU) Vent inop Timer failed 1. Replace BD real-time
comparison test clock.
with real-time clock 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
(external timing
reference)
or
Timer failed to
generate interrupt

KP0013 Watchdog POST (BDU) Vent inop Watchdog timer did 1. Replace BD real-time
Timer Test not time out as clock.
expected 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0015 FLASH Memory POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Checksum Test

KP0081 Memory POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

Management
Unit Test

KP0082 Bus Timer Test POST (BDU) Vent inop Activity has ceased Replace BD CPU PCB.
on local bus
or
Bus time-out circuit
did not generate an
interrupt as
expected

KP0083 NMI Source POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Register Test

KP0084 POST DRAM POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Test

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KP0087 Unexpected POST (BDU) Vent inop POST has been 1. Check associated errors
Reset Umpire invoked three times in the System Diagnos-
Test in 24 operational tic and System Informa-
hours due to tion log to determine
unexpected resets. why POST was invoked
three times within 24
hours.
If the codes indicate
that the BD CPU
generated the resets,
replace the BD CPU
(Other codes may be
present indicating that
the GUI lost
communications with
the BD).
2. Run a complete EST to
check for analog device
failures.

KP0089 Floating Point POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Unit Test

KP0090 DRAM Parity POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.
Circuit Test

KP0113 Analog POST (BDU) Vent inop 1. Replace BD CPU PCB.

Interface PCB 2. Replace AI PCB.
Test 3. Replace motherboard.

KP0114 ADC Test POST (BDU) Vent inop Analog-to-digital 1. Replace AI PCB.
converter data not 2. Replace motherboard.
available to CPU as
expected

KP0115 DAC Test POST (BDU) Vent inop Digital-to-analog 1. Replace AI PCB.
converter data not 2. Replace motherboard.
as expected

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KP0116 Analog Devices POST (BDU) Vent inop Critical analog data 1. Refer to Section 6.8
Test out of range and Table 6-3 and use
the PC: error address to
identify which analog
device is failing.
2. Run EST to get more
information on the
analog device failure.
3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace the mother-
board.
5. Replace the intercon-
nect cable between the
Inspiratory Electronics
PCB and the mother-
board.

KP0117 BD Serial Device POST (BDU) Vent inop 1. Replace AI PCB.

Test 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
3. Replace the mother-
board.

KP0120 Safe State POST (BDU) Vent inop Places PSOLs and 1. Look up associated
System Test exhalation valve codes reported in Diag-
into safe state and nostic Log and/or the
verifies that they BD CPU LED array to
cannot be get more information
commanded. about other possible
system, software, or
hardware faults. Trou-
bleshoot those codes.
2. Run a Ground Isolation
Test to troubleshoot
shorts.
3. Try another inspiratory
module and see if the
code can be reset by
running the VENT INOP,
EST and POST tests.
a. If the unit passes
with a known good
inspiratory module,
replace the Inspira-
tory Electronics PCB.
b. If the unit fails,
replace the inspira-
tory blind mate
interconnect cable.
4. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
5. Replace the AI PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

KP0128 Download POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

operating
system (OS)
Boot

KP0129 Application OS POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

Boot

KP0130 PB-MON Boot POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0131 Application POST (BDU) Vent inop Replace BD CPU PCB.

Boot

LB0006 Bad exhalation Background Alert Exhalation valve coil 1. Replace exhalation
valve coil temp. check (BDU) temperature out of valve.
range 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace interconnect
harness between the
exhalation compart-
ment connector and
the motherboard.

LB0010 Air flow out of Background Alert Air flow sensor (Q2) 1. Perform flow sensor
range LOW check (BDU) reading too low calibration.
2. Replace Q2.
3. Replace AI PCB.

LB0011 Bad air flow Background Alert Air flow sensor (Q2) 1. Replace Q2.
temperature check (BDU) thermistor reading 2. Replace AI PCB.
out of range

LB0013 O2 flow out of Background Alert Oxygen flow sensor 1. Ensure the ventilator
range LOW check (BDU) (Q1) reading too low has been warmed up
for at least 10 minutes
in service mode at
ambient temperature.
2. Run a flow sensor cali-
bration.
3. Replace Q1.4.Replace
the AI PCB.

LB0014 Bad O2 flow Background Alert Oxygen flow sensor 1. Replace Q1.
temp. check (BDU) (Q1) thermistor 2. Replace AI PCB.
reading out of range

LB0015 Bad expiratory Background Alert Expiratory flow 1. Ensure the ventilator
flow temp check (BDU) sensor (Q3) has been warmed up
thermistor reading for at least 10 minutes
out of range in service mode at
ambient temperature.
2. Replace Q3.
3. Replace AI PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LB0020 Bad GUI 12V Background Alert GUI +12 V supply out 1. Check cabling from BD
supply check (BDU) of range CPU PCB to GUI CPU
PCB.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace power supply.
4. Check whether or not
the cable from the GUI
to the BDU was recon-
nected to the unit
while the ventilator
power was on. If yes,
run EST to reset the
DEVICE ALERT.

LB0021 Bad GUI 5V Background Alert GUI +5 V supply out 1. Check cabling from BD
supply check (BDU) of range. CPU PCB to GUI CPU
PCB.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace power supply.
4. Check whether or not
the cable from the GUI
to the BDU was recon-
nected to the unit
while the ventilator
power was on. If yes,
run EST to reset the
DEVICE ALERT.

LB0027 Bad Background Alert Atmospheric 1. Perform atmospheric

atmospheric check (BDU) pressure transducer pressure calibration.
press OOR reading out of range 2. Replace Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.

LB0028 Bad O2 sensor Background Alert Oxygen sensor 1. Calibrate oxygen sen-
OOR check (BDU) (percentage) sor.
reading out of range 2. Replace oxygen sensor.

LB0029 Bad O2 sensor Background Status A status message No action required.

OOR reset check (BDU) indicating that alert
was reset

LB0035 Bad power fail Background Alert Power fail capacitor 1. Replace AI PCB.
capacitor check (BDU) voltage out of range 2. Replace power supply.
voltage

LB0036 Alarm cable Background Alert Alarm cable voltage 1. Check cabling to main
error check (BDU) out of range alarm.
2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.

LB0039 ADC loopback Background Alert Replace AI PCB.

constant checks (BDU)

LB0043 AC switch stuck Background Alert Power switch is in 1. Replace power switch.
check (BDU) off state but power 2. Replace AI PCB.
fail NMI did not
occur

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LB0045 BD Time of Day Background Alert Real-time clock 1. Replace BD real-time

failed check (BDU) failure clock.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

LB0048 Bad backup Background Alert BPS voltage out of 1. Replace BPS battery
power supply check (BDU) range pack.
voltage 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace BPS PCB.

LB0049 Bad backup Background Alert BPS current out of 1. Replace BPS battery
power supply check (BDU) range pack.
current 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace BPS PCB.

LB0050 Bad backup Background Alert Model information Replace BPS PCB.
power supply check (BDU) incorrect
model

LB0051 Bad exp heater Background Alert Exhalation heater 1. Replace exhalation
check (BDU) thermistor reading heater.
out of range 2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace interconnect
cable between the
exhalation compart-
ment and the mother-
board.

LB0056 Compressor Background Alert Compressor timer Replace compressor PCB.

elapsed timer check (BDU) failure
error

LB0057 Compressor bad Background Alert Data in compressor Replace compressor PCB.
eprom data check (BDU) EPROM not as
expected

LB0058 Loss of GUI Background Alert 1. This code indicates that

communication check (BDU) the BD logged a loss of
communications with
the GUI. Check for
codes generated by the
GUI indicating a GUI
fault.
2. Check cabling from BD
CPU PCB to the GUI
CPU PCB.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB or
BD CPU PCB.

LB0060 Resume GUI Background Status A status message No action required.

communication check (BDU) indicating that
communication with
GUI was resumed

LB0062 EST required Background Alert EST is required, but Run EST.
check (BDU) user cycled power
into normal
operation, rather
than into service
mode

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LB0075 Data key update Background Alert 1. Plug in data key.

failed check (BDU) 2. Contact Service or your
Covidien representative
for a new data key.

LB0076 Task monitor Background Alert No action required unless

checks (BDU) XP0087 error is also
present.

LB0080 Breath delivery Background Alert No action.

extended checks (BDU)
control cycle

LB0083 Init Resume GUI Background Status A status message No action.

Communication check (BDU) indicating that
communication with
GUI was resumed

LB0085 Init Loss GUI Background Status A status message No action.

Communication check (BDU) indicating that
communication with
GUI was lost

LB0087 Compressor S/N Background Status No action.

updated check (BDU)

LB0088 10000 hours Background Alert Compressor hours Replace the compressor
stored for check (BDU) corrupted. Contact PCB.
elapsed time your Covidien
representative to
reset.

LB0089 Cannot Background Alert Replace data key.

determine check (BDU)
datakey size

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LB0092 Battery Event Background Alert A status message 1. Connect the ventilator
checks (BDU) regarding the state to a known good AC
of the battery. power source.
2. Verify that the AC LED
Message indicator near the
displayed in power switch is lit.
NOTES column 3. Check the AC circuit
of System breaker on the AC
Information log: panel and reset if nec-
essary.
ErrCode:0x1 Bad LED indicator or
4. Remove the power
open circuit
cord retainer (if pres-
ErrCode:0x2 On battery power ent) and ensure the
power cord is plugged
ErrCode:0x3 Off battery power, into the ventilator
running on AC properly; reinstall the
retainer.
ErrCode:0x4 Open circuit
5. Ensure the green LED
ErrCode:0x5 Less than 2 minutes on the front of the BPS
of battery operation is lit.
time remain a. If the green LED is
not lit, allow the BPS
to charge (indicated
by a yellow LED)
until the green LED
lights.
b. If the green LED
does not light within
6-8 hours or less:
• Verify that the BPS
charging voltage at the
power supply connector
is 34.2 V DC minimum.
To do this, disconnect
the BPS from the power
supply. Connect the
negative (-) DMM lead
to ground pin A1 and
the positive (+) DMM
lead to the connector at
pin 1.

A1
pin 1

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LB0092
Caution
(continued)
To avoid damage to
ventilator
electronics, do not
cause a short circuit
between pins 1 and
A1 or pin 1 and
chassis ground when
measuring BPS
charging voltage.

• With battery
disconnected, check
charging voltage on
BPS PCB at battery
connector. (Refer to
Section 8.18 for BPS
disassembly
instructions.) If the
voltage does not
read 30 V DC- 37.8
V DC, replace the
BPS PCB.
6. Check/replace the bat-
tery pack fuse.
7. Check that the battery
voltage reads 26 V DC
minimum. If not,
replace the battery
pack.
8. Once the green LED is
lit, run EST to test the
BPS.
9. Replace the BPS cable.
10. Replace AI PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LCxxxx Varies Communi- Alert Network If no other code is

cations error communications generated in association
(BDU) error between BDU with this one, no action
and GUI. Possible required.
loose cable 1. Ensure the cable con-
connection between nections between the
GUI and BDU. GUI and BDU are
Verify no loss of GUI secure, and that the
or loss of BDU coaxial pins on the GUI
messages in system cable connector and
diagnostic log. the BDU CPU PCBA con-
nector are not bent.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCBA.
3. Replace BDU CPU
PCBA.

LC0032 Socket error Communi- Alert If no other code is

EPIPE cations error generated in association
(BDU) with this one, no action
required.
1. Check associated errors/
failures in all of the
logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Perform digital ground
isolation check. (Refer
to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LC0035 Socket error Communi- Alert Network If no other code is

EWOULDBLOCK cations error communications generated in association
(BDU) error between BDU with this one, no action
and GUI. Possible required.
loose cable 1. Check associated errors/
connection between failures in all of the
GUI and BDU. logs for more informa-
Verify no loss of GUI tion.
or loss of BDU 2. Perform digital ground
messages in system isolation check. (Refer
diagnostic log. to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

LC0055 06 Socket error Communi- Alert The BD CPU If no other code is

ENOBUFS cations error requested a resource generated in association
(BDU) in NetworkApp, but with this one, no action
no resource was required.
available. 1. Check associated errors/
failures in all of the
logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Perform digital ground
isolation check. (Refer
to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LC0070 Max msg delay Communi- Alert Network If no other code is

exceeded cations error communications generated in association
(BDU) error between BDU with this one, no action
and GUI. Possible required.
loose cable 1. Check associated errors/
connection between failures in all of the
GUI and BDU. logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Perform digital ground
isolation check. (Refer
to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

LC0075 Msg trans failed Communi- Alert Network If no other code is

cations error communications generated in association
(BDU) error between BDU with this one, no action
and GUI. Possible required.
loose cable 1. Check associated errors/
connection between failures in all of the
GUI and BDU. logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Perform digital ground
isolation check. (Refer
to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LC0077 Network msg Communi- Alert Network If no other code is

received cations error communications generated in association
timeout (BDU) error between BDU with this one, no action
and GUI. Possible required.
loose cable 1. Check associated errors/
connection between failures in all of the
GUI and BDU. logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Perform digital ground
isolation check. (Refer
to section 5.7.2 on
page 5-9.)
3. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
4. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
6. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.

LP0008 Kernel POST (BD) Alert Noncritical Replace the BD CPU PCB.
NOVRAM Test NOVRAM data
failure

LP0010 Interrupt POST (BD) Alert Replace BD CPU PCB.

Controller Test

LP0011 Time of Day POST (BD) Alert 1. Replace BD real-time

Clock Test clock.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

LP0085 Ethernet Self- POST (BD) Alert Replace BD CPU PCB.

Test Start

LP0086 Ethernet Self- POST (BDU) Alert Replace BD CPU PCB.

Test End

LP0087 Unexpected POST (BDU) Alert POST was invoked 1. Check all logs to see
Reset Umpire due to a watchdog associated errors occur-
Test time-out ring around the same
(unexpected reset) time and date as this
code.
2. Run EST to get more
information.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

LP0088 POST NOVRAM POST (BDU) Alert Noncritical 1. Check all logs to see
Test NOVRAM data associated errors occur-
failure ring around the same
time and date as this
code.
2. Run EST to get more
information.

LP0112 Ventilator INOP POST (BDU) Alert Ventilator 1. Replace the intercon-
Test inoperative signal nect cable between the
not in expected Inspiratory Electronics
state PCB and the mother-
board.
2. Run VENT INOP Test.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.

LP0114 ADC Test POST (BD) Alert Replace AI PCB.

LP0115 DAC Test POST (BD) Alert Replace AI PCB.

LP0116 Analog Devices POST (BDU) Alert Noncritical analog 1. Refer to Section 6.8
Test data out of range and Table 6-3 and use
the PC: error address to
identify which analog
device is failing.
2. Replace AI PCB.

LP0121 Service Switch POST (BDU) Alert Service switch 1. Turn off ventilator.
Stuck Test appears to be Release switch.
closed. (Only 2. Ensure you are enter-
requests to enter ing SST and Service
service mode made Mode correctly. (Do not
after this test are press the switch for lon-
honored by system.) ger than one second.)
This code can be 3. Check for mechanical
generated if the obstruction to switch.
service switch is 4. Replace BD CPU PCB.
pressed for longer
than one second.

LP0122 AC Voltage Test POST (BDU) Alert AC monitor voltage 1. Make sure ventilator is
not within set plugged into AC
nominal line voltage source.
±20% 2. Make sure nominal line
voltage is set correctly.

Sxxxxx Varies Other Status Status message that No action required.

indicates an
intentionally caused
event

S00001 Date/time Other Status No action required.

before change

S00002 Date/time Other Status No action required.

changed

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

S00010 Settings Other Status See related codes.

transaction
failed

S00011 Settings Other Status No action required.

transaction
succeeded

S00014 GUI NOVRAM Other Status No action required.

restore fault

Uxxxxx Assertion Background GUI reset Check System Information

check (GUI) and Patient logs for any
messages occurring with a
high frequency.
Otherwise, no corrective
action unless accompanied
by XP0087 diagnostic code.

U01044 Assertion Background GUI reset Replace the GUI CPU PCB if
check (GUI) the failure recurs.

U04004 Assertion Background GUI reset Can occur if there is 1. Check all cable connec-
check (GUI) an intermittent tions.
connection to any 2. Perform Ground Isola-
digital I/O line. tion Test.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

U05013 Assertion Background GUI reset Can occur if there is 1. Check all cable connec-
check (GUI) an intermittent tions.
connection to any 2. Perform Ground Isola-
digital I/O line. tion Test.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

U08002 Assertion Background GUI reset Occurs when the GUI 1. Check for wet expira-
check (BDU) is overloaded with tory or inspiratory fil-
invalid data from ter.
the serial port. 2. Check all cable connec-
Caused by the host tions: GUI, Serial, Inter-
device transmitting nal cables.
bad data that is 3. Review the ventilator
generating over-run, logs, including patient
parity, or framing logs, observe any occur-
errors. The GUI rences of rapidly
generates a soft repeating messages.
reset or assertion to This pattern may con-
clear the condition tribute to a buffer
and resynchronize overflow situation that
with the BDU. the ventilator will
attempt to clear by run-
ning POST.
4. Perform Ground Isola-
tion Test.
5. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

U08012 Assertion Background GUI reset The GUI generates a 1. Check all cable connec-
check (GUI) soft reset or tions.
assertion to clear the 2. Perform Ground Isola-
condition and tion Test.
resynchronize with 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
the BDU.

U14019 Assertion Background GUI reset The GUI generates a 1. Check all cable connec-
check (GUI) soft reset or tions.
assertion to clear the 2. Perform Ground Isola-
condition and tion Test.
resynchronize with 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
the BDU.

U14021 Assertion Background GUI reset If the time stamps 1. Check all cable connec-
check (GUI) between the GUI tions.
and the BD are out 2. Perform Ground Isola-
of range, the GUI tion Test.
generates a soft 3. Replace BD real-time
reset or assertion to clock.
clear the condition 4. Replace GUI real-time
and re synchronize clock.
with the BDU. 5. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

U17022 Assertion Background GUI reset 1. Review System Diag-

check (GUI) nostic and System
Information logs to
determine the cause of
this error.
2. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB if the failure
recurs.

UT0002 Bus Error / Background GUI reset A reset of the GUI

Access Fault check (GUI) has occurred as a NOTE:
result of a Refer to Section 6.11
hardware-trap for further
detection. information
regarding this error
code.

1. Refer to Table 6-11:

"UT0002 Fault
Addresses for VGA LCD
controller PCB errors".
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB if
failure recurs.

UT0003 Address Error Background GUI reset Replace GUI CPU PCB if
check (GUI) failure recurs.

UT0004 Illegal Background GUI reset Replace GUI CPU PCB if

instruction check (GUI) failure recurs.

UT0010 Line 1010 Background GUI reset Replace GUI CPU PCB if
Emulator check (GUI) failure recurs.
(Unimplemen-
ted A-line
Opcode)

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Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

UT0011 Line 1111 Background GUI reset Replace GUI CPU PCB if
Emulator check (GUI) failure recurs.
(Unimplemen-
ted F-line
Opcode)

UT0106 Unassigned Background GUI reset A reset of the GUI 1. Check all cable connec-
User-defined check (GUI) has occurred as a tions.
vector result of a 2. Perform Ground Isola-
hardware-trap tion Test.
detection. 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB if
failure recurs.

VN0004 NMI: +5V Other (GUI) Failure 1. Replace the power sup-
Overvoltage ply.
2. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.

VN0016 Unassigned Other (GUI) Failure 1. Replace the power sup-

Reserved Vector ply.
2. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.

VN0129 NMI: DRAM Other (GUI) GUI reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Parity Error connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

VN0130 NMI: Ethernet Other (GUI) GUI reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Parity Error connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

VN0132 NMI: +5 V DC Other (GUI) GUI reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable

Overvoltage connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

VN0136 NMI: +12 V DC Other (GUI) GUI reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Overvoltage connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

VN0144 NMI: +12 V DC Other (GUI) GUI reset 1. Check GUI/BD cable
Undervoltage connections.
2. Replace power supply.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XB0066 Monitor alarms Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

fail checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

XB0067 Monitor apnea Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

alarm fails checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

XB0068 Monitor apnea Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

int fails checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

XB0069 Monitor hip Background Vent inop 1. Replace BD CPU PCB.

fails checks (GUI) 2. Call Technical Support
or your Covidien repre-
sentative.

XB0070 Monitor insp Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

time fails checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

XB0071 Monitor no data Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

XB0072 Monitor data Background Vent inop 1. Replace the Ethernet

corrupted checks (GUI) cable.
2. Replace the AI PCB.
3. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.
4. Call Technical Support
or your Covidien repre-
sentative.

XB0073 Monitor O2 Background Vent inop Call Technical Support or

mixture fails checks (GUI) your Covidien
representative.

XB0074 Monitor breath Background Vent inop 1. Replace BD CPU PCB.

time fails checks (GUI) 2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0001 Processor POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Initialization

XP0002 Integer Unit POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Test

XP0003 DRAM Refresh POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Timer Test

XP0004 Kernel DRAM POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Test

XP0005 Boot EPROM POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Checksum Test

XP0006 POST Phase 2 POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Initialization

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

XP0007 Addressing POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Mode Test

XP0008 Kernel POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
NOVRAM Test

XP0010 Interrupt POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Controller Test

XP0011 Time of Day POST (GUI) GUI inop 1. Replace GUI real-time
Clock Test clock.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0012 Timer Test POST (GUI) GUI inop 1. Replace GUI real-time
clock.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0013 Watchdog POST (GUI) GUI reset Watchdog timer did 1. Make sure ventilator is
Timer Test not time out as plugged in to wall
expected power and BPS is fully
charged.
2. Replace GUI real-time
clock.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0015 FLASH Memory POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Checksum Test

XP0081 Memory POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Management
Unit Test

XP0082 Bus Timer Test POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0083 NMI Source POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Register Test

XP0084 POST DRAM POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Test

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

XP0087 Unexpected POST (GUI) GUI inop POST has been Check associated errors in
Reset Umpire invoked three times log. Call Technical Support
Test in 24 operational or your Covidien
hours due to representative.
unexpected resets.

XP0089 Floating Point POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Unit Test

XP0090 DRAM Parity POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Circuit Test

XP0097 SAAS Self-Test POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Start

XP0098 SAAS Self-Test POST (GUI) GUI inop 1. Check the GUI alarm
End connection.
2. Replace the GUI alarm.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0128 Download OS POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Boot

XP0129 Application OS POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Boot

XP0130 PB-MON Boot POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.

XP0131 Application POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Boot

ZB0040 Touch screen Background Alert Replace touch frame.

failed checks (GUI)

ZB0041 Touch screen Background Alert 1. Check for obstruction

blocked checks (GUI) on screen or clean
screen.
2. Replace touch frame.

ZB0042 Touch screen Background Status A status message No action required.

resumed checks (GUI) indicating that
communication with
touch screen was
resumed

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

ZB0046 GUI Time of Day Background Alert 1. Replace GUI real-time

failed checks (GUI) clock.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

ZB0047 GUI NOVRAM Background Alert Noncritical 1. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
checksum error checks (GUI) NOVRAM data 2. Call Technical Support
failure or your Covidien repre-
sentative.

ZB0052 GUI key stuck Background Alert 1. Replace keyboard.

checks (GUI) 2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

ZB0054 GUI EEPROM Background Alert This code may be 1. Ensure the GUI is
checksum error checks (GUI) generated when installed onto the cor-
there is a serial rect BDU.
number mismatch 2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
between the GUI
and BDU.

ZB0055 GUI SAAS Background Alert Replace GUI CPU PCB.

communication checks (GUI)
failed

ZB0059 Loss of BD Background Alert 1. Check cabling from BD

communication checks (GUI) CPU PCB to GUI CPU
PCB.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB or
GUI CPU PCB.

ZB0061 Resume BD Background Status A status message No action required.

communication checks (GUI) indicating that
communication with
BD was resumed

ZB0063 GUI SAAS Audio Background Alert 1. Replace GUI alarm

failed checks (GUI) assembly.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

ZB0074 Monitor breath Background Status Communications 1. No Action unless

time fails checks (GUI) error accompanied by
XP0087.
2. 2) If accompanied by
XP0087, perform Vent
Inop Test.
3. Replace BDU CPU PCB

ZB0076 Task Monitor Background Alert No action required unless a

checks (GUI) XP0087 error is also
present.

ZB0077 GUI dropped a Background Status A status message No action required.

waveform checks (GUI) indicating a
packet waveform data
packet was lost in
transmission from
the BD.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

ZB0084 Init Resume BD Background Status A status message No action required.

communication checks (GUI) indicating that
communication with
BD was resumed.

ZB0086 Init Loss of BD Background Alert A status message See associated error codes.
communication checks (GUI) indicating that
communication with
BD was lost.

ZB0090 Touch Screen Background Alert 1. Remove visible items

blocked checks (GUI) from GUI screen.
2. Clean GUI screen.
3. Replace touchscreen
PCB.

ZB0091 Touch Screen Background Status Status message

resumed checks (GUI) indicates that a
touch screen
blocked error is
cleared.

ZB0093 Compact FLASH Background Status Status message 1. Perform Service Mode
error checks (GUI) indicates a compact compact flash test to
flash error. Trending reset device.
option disabled, but 2. Replace GUI compact
ventilator flash component.
performance 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
unaffected.

Message
displayed in
NOTES column
of System
Information
Log:

ErrCode:0x0 Checksum error or

corrupt data

ErrCode:0x1 Component failure

ZC0xxx Varies Communi- Alert 1. Check associated errors/

cations error failures in all of the
(BDU) logs for more informa-
tion.
2. Check to see if external
devices are related to
this code being gener-
ated.
3. Check the cables
between the BDU and
GUI.
4. Replace the BD CPU
PCB.
5. Replace the GUI CPU
PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

ZC0036 Socket error Alert Check associated errors/

EINPROGRESS failures in the other logs to
determine corrective
action.

ZC0066 Invalid comm. Alert Check associated errors/

data failures in the other logs to
determine corrective
action.

ZC0070 Maximum msg Alert Check associated errors/

delay exceeded failures in the other logs to
determine corrective
action.

ZC0077 Network msg Alert Check associated errors/

received failures in the other logs to
timeout determine corrective
action.

ZC1xxx Varies Communi- Alert No action required unless a

cations error ZB0059 error is also
(GUI) present.

ZC2000 DCI parity error Communi- Alert Check parity of host device.
Port 1 cations error
(GUI)

ZC2001 DCI input buffer Communi- Alert 1. Check cabling between

overflow error cations error ventilator and host.
Port 1 (GUI) 2. Check baud rate of host
device.

ZC2002 DCI command Communi- Alert Undefined 1. Check host software for
error Port 1 cations error command received compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

ZC2003 DCI unknown Communi- Alert 1. Check host software for

error Port 1 cations error compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

ZC2010 DCI parity error Communi- Alert Check parity of host device.
Port 2 cations error
(GUI)

ZC2011 DCI input buffer Communi- Alert 1. Check cabling between

overflow error cations error ventilator and host.
Port 2 (GUI) 2. Check baud rate of host
device.

ZC2012 DCI command Communi- Alert Undefined 1. Check host software for
error Port 2 cations error command received compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

ZC2013 DCI unknown Communi- Alert 1. Check host software for

error Port 2 cations error compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

ZC2020 DCI parity error Communi- Alert Check parity of host device.
Port 3 cations error
(GUI)

ZC2021 DCI input buffer Communi- Alert 1. Check cabling between

overflow error cations error ventilator and host.
Port 3 (GUI) 2. Check baud rate of host
device.

ZC2022 DCI command Communi- Alert Undefined 1. Check host software for
error Port 3 cations error command received compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

ZC2023 DCI unknown Communi- Alert 1. Check host software for

error Port 3 cations error compatibility with ven-
(GUI) tilator.
2. Check cabling between
ventilator and host.

ZC3000 BD monitor Background Status Communication 1. Ensure BD and GUI

checksum error check (GUI) error cables are installed and
connected properly.

ZC3001 BD monitor Background Status Communication 1. Ensure BD and GUI

cycle time error check (GUI) error cables are installed and
connected properly

ZC3002 BD monitor Background Status Communication 1. Ensure BD and GUI

interval time check (GUI) error cables are installed and
error connected properly

ZC3003 BD monitor sync Background Status Communication 1. Ensure BD and GUI

acquired check (GUI) error cables are installed and
connected properly

ZC3004 BD monitor sync Background Status Communication 1. Ensure BD and GUI

lost check (GUI) error cables are installed and
connected properly

ZP0008 Kernel POST (GUI) Alert Noncritical Call Technical Support or

NOVRAM Test NOVRAM data your Covidien
failure representative.

ZP0011 Time of day POST (GUI) GUI inop 1. Replace GUI real-time
clock test clock.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

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Table 6-2: Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System diagnostic codes (continued)

Message Information /
Code Test Response Corrective action
displayed possible cause

ZP0085 Ethernet Self- POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Test Start

ZP0086 Ethernet Self- POST (GUI) GUI inop Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Test End

ZP0087 Unexpected POST (GUI) Alert POST was invoked Check associated errors in
Reset Umpire due to an log. No action required
Test unexpected reset. unless other errors are
present.

ZP0088 POST NOVRAM POST (GUI) Alert Noncritical Replace GUI CPUPCB.
Test NOVRAM data
failure

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6.8 System Diagnostic Log and BDU POST analog devices test
Analog device errors reported during the BDU POST analog devices test are recorded in the
System Diagnostic Log. These errors are reported as diagnostic codes KP0116 and LP0116.
Information in the NOTES column of the log identifies the analog channel on which the error
occurred.
Using an example of a BDU POST analog device error, as it might be reported in the System
Diagnostic Log:

TIME TEST/EVENT CODE TYPE NOTES

12:55:59 ANALOG DEVICE KP0116 FAILURE PC: 0x000202DD EV: 0

08 Aug 03 NMI: 0xC0 Err Code: 0xCC

The error address (see NOTES column above) identifies the analog channel:
PC: 0x0 002 02DD

HEX Code (counts)

Analog Channel (5th and 6th digits), displayed in Hexidecimal

The diagnostic codes, KP0116 (BDU) and LP0116 (BDU), are major faults (VENT INOP) that can
occur during the Analog Devices Test (Phase 2 POST).
If there are multiple KP0116 and/or LP0116 diagnostic codes, check the PC channels and
determine if they are all the same. If the channels are all the same, replace the associated
analog device or the AI PCB. If the channels are different, but originate from the same
module, check and/or replace the associated module, interconnect cable or AI PCB.
Using the fifth and sixth digits of error address reported in the System Diagnostic Log and
Table 6-3, the analog channel on which the error occurred can be identified.

Table 6-3: Address codes for BDU POST analog devices test errors

If the 5th and 6th

digits of the error Parameter Measured Replace This:
address are:

00 Inspiratory Pressure Filtered Inspiratory Electronics PCB

01 Expiratory Pressure Filtered Expiratory PCB

02 Q (O2) Filtered Q1 (O2) Flow Sensor

03 Q (O2) Temperature Q1 (O2) Flow Sensor

04 Q (air) Filtered Q2 (air) Flow Sensor

05 Q (air) Temperature Q2 (air) Flow Sensor

06 Q (exh) Filtered Q3 (exh) Flow Sensor

07 Q (exh) Temperature Q3 (exh) Flow Sensor

08 SUBMUX 0: DACWRAP AI PCB

09 Safety Valve Switched Side Safety Valve (SV) Assembly;

check Inspiratory Module
connections

0A 12 V GUI Sentry GUI CPU PCB

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Table 6-3: Address codes for BDU POST analog devices test errors (continued)

If the 5th and 6th

digits of the error Parameter Measured Replace This:
address are:

0B Alarm Cable Voltage AI PCB or BDU CPU PCB or

alarm cable assembly or
Motherboard

0C O2 PSOL Current O2 PSOL or AI PCB

0D Air PSOL Current Air PSOL or AI PCB

0E Low Voltage Reference Power Supply

0F Atmospheric Pressure Transducer Inspiratory Electronics PCB

10 Exhalation Coil Temperature Exhalation Valve

11 Exhalation Pressure Transducer Expiratory PCB

12 O2 Sensor O2 Sensor

13 GUI 5V DC Sentry GUI CPU PCB

14 12V DC Sentry Power Supply

15 Safety Valve Current Safety Valve or Inspiratory

Electronics PCB or AI PCB

16 +15V Sentry Power Supply or AI PCB

17 -15V Sentry Power Supply or AI PCB

18 Power Fail Cap Voltage Power Supply

19 Exhalation Manifold Heater Temp Exhalation Heater

1A BPS Battery Voltage Signal BPS PCB

1B 5V DC Venthead Power Supply

1C BPS Battery Current BPS PCB

1D AC Line Voltage Power Supply or AI PCB

1E Exhalation Motor Current Exhalation Valve Assembly

1F 10V Sentry Power Supply

22 BPS Mode Signal 1. BPS PCB

2. BPS battery pack

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6.9 Diagnostic codes for POST faults

Use the following tables to determine the error code associated with the pattern of either
the BD or the GUI LED array when a fault occurs during POST.

Table 6-4: BDU and GUI— Phase 1 (kernel) POST diagnostic codes

BD and GUI LED arrays

Test Fault Corrective
Test GUI GUI
Description BDU Type Action
(10.4-inch) (9.4-inch)
Diag. code
Diag. code Diag. code

Processor Prepares the Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Initialization processor for tic codes’ corrective
executing actions in Table 6-2.
instructions 2. Replace affected
KP0001 XP0001 XP0001 CPU PCB.

Integer Unit General CPU Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Test confidence test tic codes’ corrective
actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0002 XP0002 XP0002 CPU PCB.

DRAM Tests DRAM Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Refresh Timer refresh circuitry tic codes’ corrective
Test actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0003 XP0003 XP0003 CPU PCB.

Kernel DRAM Tests read/write Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Test function of DRAM tic codes’ corrective
actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0004 XP0004 XP0004 CPU PCB.

Boot PROM Verifies kernel Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Checksum PROM integrity tic codes’ corrective
Test actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0005 XP0005 XP0005 CPU PCB.

Addressing Verifies CPU Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Mode Test functions in tic codes’ corrective
preparation for actions in Table 6-2.
tests using 2. Replace affected
multiple KP0007 XP0007 XP0007 CPU PCB.
addressing modes

Kernel Validates ranges Major 1. Check the diagnos-

NOVRAM for NOVRAM tic codes’ corrective
Test variables used in actions in Table 6-2.
later tests 2. Replace affected
KP0008 XP0008 XP0008 CPU PCB.

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Table 6-4: BDU and GUI— Phase 1 (kernel) POST diagnostic codes (continued)

BD and GUI LED arrays

Test Fault Corrective
Test GUI GUI
Description BDU Type Action
(10.4-inch) (9.4-inch)
Diag. code
Diag. code Diag. code

Rolling Checks for N/A N/A Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Thunder Test unexpected resets tic codes’ corrective
(BDU only) during POST. actions in Table 6-2.
Three or more 2. Replace AI PCB.
resets not related KP0009 3. Replace BD CPU
to AC failures PCB.
causes the test to 4. Replace mother-
fail. board.

Time of Day Verifies Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Clock Test functionality of or tic codes’ corrective
the Time of Day Minor actions in Table 6-2.
clock 2. Replace affected
KP0011 or XP0011 or XP0011 or real-time clock.
LP0011 ZP0011 ZP0011 3. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

Timer Test Compares system Major 1. Check the diagnos-

timer to Time of tic codes’ corrective
Day clock to verify actions in Table 6-2.
functionality 2. Replace affected
KP0012 XP0012 XP0012 real-time clock.
3. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

Watchdog Verifies watchdog Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Timer Test timer times out as tic codes’ corrective
expected actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0013 XP0013 XP0013 real-time clock.
3. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

EEPROM Verifies integrity Major 1. Check the diagnos-

Checksum of flash memory tic codes’ corrective
Test actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace affected
KP0015 XP0015 XP0015 CPU PCB.

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Table 6-5: BDU only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes

BDU
BDU Test BDU Corrective
BDU Test Fault
Description Diag. Code Action
Type

AC Voltage Test Compares AC monitor Minor 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

voltage to specified range corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Make sure ventilator is
plugged into AC source.
LP0122 3. Make sure nominal line volt-
age is set correctly.

ADC Test Checks analog-to-digital Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

converter data availability corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace AI PCB.

KP0114

Analog Devices Test Performs a range check on Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
each of the 32 analog or corrective actions in Table 6-2.
channels Minor 2. Refer to Section 6.8 for addi-
tional troubleshooting infor-
KP0116 or mation regarding this fault
LP0116 (specifically check the PC: error
address to determine the
affected analog device).
3. Replace affected component.
4. Replace AI PCB.
5. Call Technical Support or your
Covidien representative.

Analog Interface Tests analog interface Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Test circuitry corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.
KP0113 4. Replace mother board.

Bus Timer Test* Monitors activity on the Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
local bus corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0082

DAC Test Tests digital-to-analog Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

converter data corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace AI PCB.

KP0115

DRAM Memory Test* Tests DRAM by writing and Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
verifying data patterns to corrective actions in Table 6-2.
memory 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0084
*
Tested in Short POST

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Table 6-5: BDU only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes (continued)

BDU
BDU Test BDU Corrective
BDU Test Fault
Description Diag. Code Action
Type

DRAM Parity Error Checks the ability to detect Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Test* a parity error upon reading corrective actions in Table 6-2.
defective parity from 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.
memory
KP0090

Ethernet Self-Test Minor 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

End corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

LP0086

Ethernet Self-Test Internal routine verifies Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Start functionality of Ethernet corrective actions in Table 6-2.
controller 2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0085

NMI Register Test* Verifies NMI source register Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
is in reset state (no bits set) corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0083

Phase 2 Start non-kernel portion of Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

Initialization* POST corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace BD CPU PCB.

KP0006

Phase 2 NOVRAM Compares NOVRAM data to Minor 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Test* valid states and ranges corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Call Technical Support or your
Covidien representative.
LP0088

Safe State Test Places PSOLs and exhalation Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
valve into safe state and corrective actions in Table 6-2.
verifies that they cannot be 2. Replace AI PCB.
commanded 3. Replace BD CPU PCB.
KP0120

Serial Device Test Writes to serial EEPROM to Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
verify accessibility corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Replace AI PCB.
3. Replace BD CPU PCB.
KP0117

Service Switch Test Minor 1. Check the diagnostic code’s

End* corrective actions in Table 6-2.
2. Turn off ventilator. Release
switch.
LP0121 3. Check for mechanical obstruc-
tion to switch.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.
*
Tested in Short POST

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Table 6-5: BDU only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes (continued)

BDU
BDU Test BDU Corrective
BDU Test Fault
Description Diag. Code Action
Type

Service Switch Test Checks that the service Minor 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Start* mode switch is not stuck, corrective actions in Table 6-2.
and prevents entry into 2. Turn off ventilator. Release
Service Mode from a power switch.
fail condition LP0121 3. Check for mechanical obstruc-
tion to switch.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.

Unexpected Reset Checks for unexpected Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
Umpire Test* resets of the CPU. Three or corrective actions in Table 6-2.
resets (strikes) in 24 hours Minor 2. Check associated errors in the
will cause a VENT INOP System Diagnostic and System
condition. KP0087 or Information log to determine
LP0087 why POST was invoked three
times within 24 hours.
a. If the codes indicate that
the BD CPU generated the
resets, replace the BD CPU
(Other codes may be pres-
ent indicating that the GUI
lost communications with
the BD).
b. If the codes indicated that
the GUI CPU generated the
resets, replace the GUI CPU
(Other codes may be pres-
ent indicating that the BD
lost communications with
the GUI.
3. Run a complete EST to check
for analog device failures.

VENT INOP Test Checks to see if the Major 1. Check the diagnostic code’s
ventilator is in the VENT corrective actions in Table 6-2.
INOP state 2. Check cabling from BD CPU
PCB to GUI CPU PCB.
KP0112 3. Replace BD CPU PCB.
4. Call Technical Support or your
Covidien representative.
*
Tested in Short POST

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Table 6-6: GUI only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes

GUI GUI GUI

GUI Test Corrective
GUI Test (10.4-inch) 9.4-inch) Fault
Description Action
Diag. code Diag. code Type

Bus Timer Test Monitors activity on Major 1. Check the diag-

the local bus nostic code’s cor-
rective actions in
Table 6-2.
XP0082 XP0082 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

DRAM Memory Test Tests DRAM by Major 1. Check the diag-

writing and verifying nostic code’s cor-
data patterns to rective actions in
memory Table 6-2.
XP0084 XP0084 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

DRAM Parity Error Checks the ability to Major 1. Check the diag-
Test detect a parity error nostic code’s cor-
upon reading rective actions in
defective parity from Table 6-2.
memory XP0090 XP0090 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

Ethernet Self-test Minor 1. Check the diag-

End nostic code’s cor-
rective actions in
Table 6-2.
ZP0086 ZP0086 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

Ethernet Self-Test Internal routine Major 1. Check the diag-

Start verifies functionality nostic code’s cor-
of Ethernet rective actions in
controller Table 6-2.
XP0085 XP0085 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

NMI Register Test Verifies NMI source Major 1. Check the diag-
register is in reset nostic code’s cor-
state (no bits set) rective actions in
Table 6-2.
XP0083 XP0083 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

Phase 2 Start non-kernel Major 1. Check the diag-

Initialization portion of POST nostic code’s cor-
rective actions in
Table 6-2.
XP0006 XP0006 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

Phase 2 NOVRAM Compares NOVRAM Minor 1. Check the diag-

Test data to valid states nostic code’s cor-
and ranges rective actions in
Table 6-2.
ZP0088 ZP0088 2. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

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Table 6-6: GUI only — Phase 2 POST diagnostic codes (continued)

GUI GUI GUI

GUI Test Corrective
GUI Test (10.4-inch) 9.4-inch) Fault
Description Action
Diag. code Diag. code Type

SAAS Self-test End Major 1. Check the diag-

nostic code’s cor-
rective actions in
Table 6-2.
XP0098 XP0098 2. Check the GUI
alarm connection.
3. Replace GUI
audio alarm.
4. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

SAAS Self-test Start Detects internal Major 1. Check the diag-

errors of alarm nostic code’s cor-
circuitry and lack of rective actions in
audio feedback Table 6-2.
XP0097 XP0097 2. Replace GUI
audio alarm.
3. Replace GUI CPU
PCB.

Unexpected Reset Checks for Major 1. Check the diag-

Umpire Test unexpected resets of or nostic code’s cor-
the CPU. Three resets Minor rective actions in
(strikes) in 24 hours Table 6-2.
will cause a VENT XP0087 or XP0087 or 2. Check associated
INOP condition. ZP0087 ZP0087 errors in System
Diagnostic Log.
3. Call Technical
Support or your
Covidien repre-
sentative.

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Table 6-7: BDU or GUI—Phase 3 POST diagnostic codes

Diag. code Diag. code

Diag. code
GUI PCB GUI PCB Fault
Test Step Test Description BDU PCB Corrective Action
LEDs LEDs Type
LEDs
(10.4-inch) (9.4-inch)

Operating Loads operating Major 1. Check the diag-

System system nostic codes’ cor-
Initialization* rective actions in
Table 6-2.
KP0129 XP0129 XP0129 2. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

Floating Point Tests floating Major 1. Check the diag-

Unit Test* point nostic codes’ cor-
functionality of rective actions in
the Table 6-2.
microprocessor KP0089 XP0089 XP0089 2. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

Memory Tests Major 1. Check the diag-

Management microprocessor’s nostic codes’ cor-
Unit Test* memory rective actions in
management Table 6-2.
unit KP0081 XP0081 XP0081 2. Replace affected
CPU PCB.

Application Loads Major 1. Check the diag-

Initialization* application nostic codes’ cor-
software rective actions in
Table 6-2.
KP0131 XP0131 XP0131 2. Replace affected
CPU PCB.
*
Tested in Short POST

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6.9.1 POST interrupt errors and test failures

Table 6-8 below lists the errors that can occur during particular POST test steps. These errors,
reported by the diagnostic LED array on the applicable CPU PCB, are of two types: interrupts
and test failures. An interrupt error may indicate that an external event (e.g. a power fail
interrupt) occurred during the test step. A test failure indicates that the test failed to meet its
specifications.

Table 6-8: Interrupt errors and test failures – POST self tests

BD and GUI LED arrays

May be
Error BDU GUI GUI Error Type
caused by
Diag. code (10.4-inch) (9.4-inch)
Diag. code Diag. code

Unknown NMI Interrupt CPU PCB

Ethernet Parity Interrupt CPU PCB

Error

DRAM Parity Interrupt CPU PCB

Error

Analog Interrupt AI PCB

Interface Error

Power Fail NMI Interrupt Loss of AC

(BDU only) power during
POST

5 VDC Interrupt Power Supply

overvoltage
(GUI only)

12 VDC Interrupt Power Supply

overvoltage
(GUI only)

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Table 6-8: Interrupt errors and test failures – POST self tests (continued)

BD and GUI LED arrays

May be
Error BDU GUI GUI Error Type
caused by
Diag. code (10.4-inch) (9.4-inch)
Diag. code Diag. code

12 VDC Interrupt Power Supply

undervoltage
(GUI only)

SAAS NMI Interrupt GUI alarm or

alarm cabling

Access fault/Bus Interrupt CPU PCB

error

Other Interrupt CPU PCB

Unexpected
interrupt

POST Internal Interrupt CPU PCB

Software
Failure

Test Failed Failure Specific

analog device
or CPU PCB

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6.10 SST and EST test sequences and diagnostic codes

Table 6-9 and Table 6-10 list, in sequence, the tests that comprise SST and EST, respectively,
and provide detailed descriptions of each test. The tables include corrective actions for
failures that may occur during each test.

Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

SST Flow Sensor Test

Test: Checks oxygen (PS1) and wall air (PS2)

pressure switches and compressor pressure
transducer (PC) to determine whether any gases
are connected.

Failure: No gas is available (neither PS1, PS2, nor FS0005 Connect gas supply.
PC detects pressure). Gas not
connected

Failure: Only air is available (only PS2 or PC AS0012 Make sure oxygen supply is connected.
detects pressure). O2 pressure not
detected

Failure: Only oxygen is available (only PS1 AS0013 Make sure air supply is connected.
detects pressure). Wall air
pressure not
detected

Prompts user to connect inspiratory filter,

connect patient circuit (without humidifier),
and block wye.

Test: Runs test only if oxygen available. For

oxygen flows of 120 60, 5, and 1 L/min, verifies
that flow is stable.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish and AS0010 1. Make sure oxygen supply is connected and
control oxygen flow at 120 L/min. Unable to unrestricted.
establish O2 2. Verify that the oxygen supply is good.
flow 3. Verify that the patient circuit system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to get to the leak test. If
the leak test passes in EST, exit out of EST.
Correct the leak or occlusion in the patient
circuit used in SST and rerun or try another
patient circuit.
4. Verify that the oxygen regulator pressure is
set between 9-12 psi.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the air side. If yes, return PSOL2 back to
its original position and replace PSOL1.
6. Run a flow sensor calibration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the air side, return Q2 back to its original
position and replace Q1.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

SST Flow Sensor Test (continued)

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish and FS0006 1. Make sure oxygen supply is connected and
control oxygen flow at 60, 5, and 1 L/min. Unable to unrestricted.
establish O2 2. Verify that the oxygen supply is good.
flow 3. Check regulated oxygen pressure.
4. Verify that the system has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the air side. If yes, return PSOL2 back to
its original position and replace PSOL1.
6. Run a flow sensor calibration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the air side, return Q2 back to its original
position and replace Q1.
8. Replace Q3.

Test: Runs test only if oxygen available. For

oxygen flows of 120 60, 5, and 1 L/min, verifies
that oxygen (Q1) and exhalation (Q3) flow
sensor readings are in range.

Failure: Q1 and Q3 readings are too far apart. FS0001 1. Check for leak.
O2 flow sensor 2. Verify that safety valve is closed.
cross check 3. Perform flow sensor calibration.
failed 4. Replace Q1.
5. Replace Q3.
6. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Runs test only if oxygen available. For

oxygen flows of 120, 60, 5, or 1 L/min, verifies
that oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) command current is
in range.

Failure: PSOL1 command current is out of FS0002 1. Check for leak.

range. O2 PSOL current 2. Verify safety valve is closed.
out of range 3. Check regulated oxygen pressure.
4. Replace PSOL1.
5. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Runs test only if oxygen available.

Commands oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) to deliver
0 L/min (closed).

Failure: Oxygen flow > 0.153 L/min. FS0008 1. Verify no leaks at the Q1 o-rings.
O2 zero flow 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test to check for PSOL1
check failed leak.
3. Remove and then reseat PSOL1.
4. Replace PSOL1.
5. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
6. Replace Q1.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

SST Flow Sensor Test (continued)

Test: Runs test only if air available. For air flows

of 120, 60, 5, and 1 L/min, verifies that flow is
stable.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish and AS0011 1. Make sure air supply is connected and unre-
control air flow at 120 L/min. Unable to stricted.
establish air 2. Verify that the air supply is good.
flow 3. Verify that the patient circuit system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to get to the leak test. If
the leak test passes in EST, exit out of EST.
Correct the leak or occlusion in the patient
circuit used in SST and rerun or try another
patient circuit.
4. Verify that the air regulator pressure is set
between 9-12 psi.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the oxygen side. If yes, return PSOL1 back
to its original position and replace PSOL2.
6. Run a flow sensor calibration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the oxygen side, return Q1 back to its
original position and replace Q2.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish and FS0007 1. Make sure air supply is connected unre-
control air flow at 60, 5, and 1 L/min. Unable to stricted.
establish air 2. Verify that the air supply is adequate.
flow 3. Check regulated air pressure.
4. Verify that the system has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the oxygen side. If yes, return PSOL1 back
to its original position and replace PSOL2.
6. Run a flow sensor calibration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the oxygen side, return Q1 back to its
original position and replace Q2.
8. Replace Q3.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

SST Flow Sensor Test (continued)

Test: Runs test only if air available. For air flows

of 120, 60, 5, and 1 L/min, verifies that air (Q2)
and exhalation (Q3) flow sensor readings are in
range.

Failure: Q2 and Q3 readings are too far apart. FS0003 1. Correct the leak or occlusion in the SST
Air flow sensor patient circuit and rerun or try known good
cross-check patient circuit and filter set.
failed 2. Verify that the ventilator system has no
leaks or occlusions by running the first four
tests in EST to run the leak test.
3. If the leak test fails in EST, troubleshoot the
expiratory filter or ventilator system for
leaks or occlusions.
4. If the leak test passes in EST, troubleshoot
the SST patient circuit.
5. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the oxygen side. If yes, return PSOL1 back
to its original position and replace PSOL2.
6. Run a flow sensor calibration.
7. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the oxygen side, return Q1 back to its
original position and replace Q2.
8. Replace Q3.

Test: Runs test only if air available. For air flows

of 120, 60, 5, and 1 L/min, verifies that air PSOL
(PSOL2) command current is in range.

Failure: PSOL2 command current out of range. FS0004 1. Make sure air supply is connected and unre-
Air PSOL current stricted.
out of range 2. Verify that the air supply is good.
3. Verify that the system has no leaks or occlu-
sions. If not sure, run the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure transfers
to the oxygen side. If yes, return PSOL1 back
to its original position and replace PSOL2.
5. Run a flow sensor calibration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow sensor
calibration and EST. If the failure transfers
to the oxygen side, return Q1 back to its
original position and replace Q2.
7. Replace Q3.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

SST Flow Sensor Test (continued)

Test: Runs test only if air available. Commands

air PSOL (PSOL2) to deliver 0 L/min (closed).

Failure: Air flow > 0.153 L/min. FS0009 1. Verify no leaks at the Q2 o-rings.
Air zero flow 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test to check for PSOL2
check failed leak.
3. Remove and then reseat PSOL2.
4. Replace PSOL2.
5. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
6. Replace Q2.

Performs lift-off calibration for PSOL1 and

PSOL2, as applicable.

Prompts user to connect humidifier, if

applicable.

Circuit Pressure Test

Test: Autozeroes inspiratory pressure transducer

(PI), then reads pressure. Stores pressure
reading.

Failure: Inspiratory pressure transducer ADC FS0101 1. Replace Inspiratory Electronics PCB.
count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. Inspiratory 2. Replace AI PCB.
autozero out of
range

Test: Autozeroes expiratory pressure transducer

(PE), then reads pressure. Stores pressure
reading.

Failure: Expiratory pressure transducer ADC FS0102 1. Replace exhalation transducer PCB.
count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. Expiratory 2. Replace AI PCB.
autozero out of 3. Replace SOL1.
range

Test: Pressurizes system to 10 cmH2O using a gas

flow of 5 L/min.

Failure: Unable to build pressure to 10 cmH2O FS0103 1. Verify that the patient circuit system has no
at 5 L/min within time-out period. Failed to reach leaks or occlusions or use a known good
test pressure patient circuit and filter set.
2. Verify that the air supply or compressor is
available and adequate.
3. Verify that the ventilator system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to run the leak test.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Circuit Pressure Test (continued)

Test: Reads inspiratory and expiratory pressure

transducers at 10 cmH2O.

Failure: Inspiratory/expiratory pressure FS0104 1. Verify that the patient circuit system has no
transducer readings are too far apart. Cross-check leaks or occlusions or use a known good
failed patient circuit and filter set.
2. Verify that the ventilator system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure, run the first
four tests in EST to run the leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the Circuit Pressure Test
to determine which pressure transducer is
out of range: PI or PE. Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Opens inspiratory pressure transducer

autozero solenoid (SOL1) and reads inspiratory
pressure.

Failure: Inspiratory pressure reading out of FS0105 1. Replace SOL1.

range (-0.60 to 0.60 cmH2O). Bad insp 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics PCB.
autozero 3. Replace AI PCB.
solenoid

Test: Opens expiratory pressure transducer

autozero solenoid (SOL2) and reads expiratory
pressure.

Failure: Expiratory pressure reading out of FS0106 1. Replace SOL2.

range (0.60 to 0.60 cmH2O). Bad exp 2. Replace exhalation transducer PCB.
autozero sol 3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Pressurizes system to 50 and 100 cmH2O

using a gas flow of 5 L/min.

Failure: Unable to build pressure to 50 or FS0108 1. Make sure gas source is available.
100 cmH2O at 5 L/min within time-out period. Failed to reach 2. Check for system leak.
test pressure

Test: Reads inspiratory and expiratory pressure

transducers at 50 and 100 cmH2O.

Failure: Inspiratory/expiratory pressure FS0107 1. Replace the expiratory bacteria filter.

transducer readings are too far apart. Cross-check 2. Verify that the system has no leaks or occlu-
failed sions. If not sure, run the first four tests in
EST to run the leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in EST, exit out of EST.
Review the data for the EST Circuit Pressure
Test to determine which pressure transducer
is out of range: PI or PE. Replace applicable
pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Circuit leak

Test: Pressurizes system to 90 cmH2O with either

gas using 2 L/min flow.

Failure: Unable to attain leak test starting FS0205 1. Make sure test circuit is connected and is
pressure within time-out period. Unable to not leaking.
establish 2. Check exhalation valve operation, and ver-
pressure ify secure connection of expiratory filter.

Test: Waits for pressure to decay, then verifies

adequate inspiratory pressure.

Failure: System pressure dropped below FS0201 1. Make sure test circuit is connected.
85 cmH2O. Excessive leak 2. Check for system leaks.
3. Check exhalation valve operation.
4. Verify secure connection of expiratory filter.

Test: Waits until inspiratory pressure drops to

85 cmH2O or until 10 s elapse.
If pressure drops to 85 cmH2O, waits until
pressure drops by 5 cmH2O or until 10 s more
elapse. Checks pressure drop. Compares
inspiratory and expiratory pressure
measurements.

Failure: Pressure drops to 85 cmH2O in 10 s, FS0201 1. Make sure patient circuit is connected.
then in 10 s more by ³ 30 cmH2O. Excessive leak 2. Check for system leaks.
3. Check exhalation valve operation.
4. Verify secure connections of bacteria filters
and humidifier.

Failure: Pressure drops to 85 cmH2O in 10 s, AS0202 1. Make sure patient circuit is connected.
then in 10 s more by ³ 10 cmH2O. Excessive leak 2. Check for system leaks.
3. Check exhalation valve operation.
4. Verify secure connections of bacteria filters
and humidifier.

Failure: Inspiratory/expiratory pressure AS0206 Make sure test circuit is connected properly.
transducer readings are too far apart. Test circuit not
connected

Expiratory filter

Prompts user to disconnect circuit from

expiratory filter.

Test: Establishes 60 L/min flow of either gas.

Failure: Unable to deliver stable gas flow. FS0301 Make sure gas supply is connected.
Unable to
establish flow

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Expiratory filter (continued)

Test: Reads inspiratory pressure and expiratory

flow. Verifies that circuit was disconnected
(expiratory flow £ 1 L/min).

Failure: Expiratory flow detected, indicating FS0306 Make sure patient circuit is disconnected at
that circuit not disconnected. Patient circuit expiratory filter.
not
disconnected

Prompts user to reconnect circuit to expiratory

filter.

Test: Establishes 60 L/min flow of either gas.

Failure: Unable to deliver stable gas flow. FS0301 Make sure gas supply is connected.
Unable to
establish flow

Test: Reads inspiratory and expiratory pressure

and expiratory flow. Verifies that circuit was
reconnected by checking expiratory flow.

Failure: Expiratory flow reading indicates that FS0307 Make sure patient circuit is connected at
circuit not reconnected. Patient circuit expiratory filter.
not reconnected

Test: Verifies that pressure drop across

exhalation compartment within range.

Failure: Exhalation compartment pressure AS0308 1. Check compartment for obstruction.

> 3 cmH2O but < 4 cmH2O. Occluded 2. Verify exhalation valve operation by run-
expiratory ning EST.
compartment

Failure: Exhalation compartment pressure FS0303 1. Check compartment for obstruction.

> 4 cmH2O. Occluded 2. Verify exhalation valve operation by run-
expiratory ning EST.
compartment

Test: Calculates pressure drop across expiratory

filter and verifies that filter not occluded.

Failure: Pressure drop across filter > 2 cmH2O, AS0305 Consider replacing expiratory filter.
but < 3 cmH2O. Occluded
expiratory filter

Failure: Pressure drop across filter > 3 cmH2O. FS0304 Replace expiratory filter.
Occluded
expiratory filter

Failure: Pressure drop across expiratory filter AS0311 1. Repeat test, following directions more
< 0.4 cmH2O, but > 0.1 cmH2O. Low expiratory closely.
filter P 2. Replace filter.

Failure: Pressure drop across expiratory filter FS0310 1. Repeat test, following directions more
< 0.1 cmH2O. Low expiratory closely.
filter P 2. Replace filter.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Circuit Resistance

Test: If test is being repeated, prompts user to

block wye. Pressurizes system to 100 cmH2O at
60 L/min.

Failure: Unable to pressurize system within FS0412 1. Block wye when prompted.
time-out period. Wye not 2. Check for circuit leaks.
blocked

Test: Characterizes total circuit resistance over a

range of flows using either gas.

Failure: Peak flow < alert threshold but > failure AS0411 Check for kinked or occluded patient tubing.
threshold. Unable to reach
Alert threshold (adult/pediatric) = 80 L/min min peak flow
Alert threshold (neonatal) = No alert state for
neonatal; pass or fail only
Failure threshold (adult/pediatric) = 60 L/min
Failure threshold (neonatal) = 20 L/min

Failure: Peak flow < failure threshold. FS0410 Check for kinked or occluded patient tubing.
Failure threshold (adult/pediatric) = 60 L/min Unable to reach
Failure threshold (neonatal) = 20 L/min min peak flow

Prompts user to unblock patient wye.

Test: Measures pressure drop across inspiratory

limb at 60 L/min (adult), 30 L/min (pediatric), or
10 L/min (neonatal).

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish and FS0401 Make sure gas supply is connected.
control gas flow. Unable to
establish flow

Test: Determines inspiratory limb pressure drop,

and checks for an occlusion.

Failure: Inspiratory limb pressure > 8.5 cmH2O AS0403 Check for occluded patient tubing.
(adult) or 5.5 cmH2O (pediatric), but Occluded
< 12.5 cmH2O (adult) or 7.5 cmH2O (pediatric), inspiratory limb
indicating occlusion.
No Alert state for neonatal; pass or fail only

Failure: Inspiratory limb pressure > 12.5 cmH2O FS0402 Check for occluded patient tubing.
(adult), 7.5 cmH2O (pediatric), or 3.5 cmH2O Occluded
(neonatal), indicating occlusion. inspiratory limb

Failure: Inspiratory limb pressure < 0.6 cmH2O AS0413 1. Make sure inspiratory filter is installed.
(adult) or 0.5 cmH2O (pediatric), but Insp limb 2. Repeat test, following directions more
> 0.2 cmH2O. resistance low closely.
No Alert state for neonatal; pass or fail only 3. Replace inspiratory filter.
4. Replace patient circuit

Failure: Inspiratory limb pressure < 0.2 cmH2O. FS0408 1. Make sure inspiratory filter is installed.
Insp limb 2. Repeat test, following directions more
resistance low closely.
3. Replace inspiratory filter.
4. Replace patient circuit

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Circuit Resistance (continued)

Test: Characterizes inspiratory limb resistance

over a range of flows using either gas.

Failure: Peak flow < alert threshold but > failure AS0407 Check for kinked or occluded patient tubing.
threshold. Unable to reach
Alert threshold (adult/pediatric) = 80 L/min min peak flow
Alert threshold (neonatal) = No alert state for
neonatal; pass or fail only
Failure threshold (adult/pediatric) = 60 L/min
Failure threshold (neonatal) = 20 L/min

Failure: Peak flow < failure threshold FS0404 Check for kinked or occluded patient tubing.
Failure threshold (adult/pediatric) = 60 L/min Unable to reach
Failure threshold (neonatal) = 20 L/min min peak flow

Test: Determines expiratory limb pressure drop,

and checks for an occlusion.

Failure: Expiratory limb pressure > 8.5 cmH2O AS0406 Check for occluded patient tubing.
(adult) or 5.5 cmH2O (pediatric) but Occluded
> 12.5 cmH2O (adult) or 7.5 cmH2O (pediatric), exhalation limb
indicating occlusion.
No Alert state for neonatal; pass or fail only

Failure: Expiratory limb pressure > 12.5 cmH2O FS0405 Check for occluded patient tubing.
(adult), 7.5 cmH2O (pediatric), or 3.5 cmH2O Occluded
(neonatal). exhalation limb

Failure: Expiratory limb pressure < 0.6 cmH2O AS0414 Replace patient circuit
(adult) or 0.5 cmH2O (pediatric), but Exp limb
> 0.2 cmH2O. resistance low
No Alert state for neonatal; pass or fail only

Failure: Expiratory limb pressure < 0.2 cmH2O. FS0409 Replace patient circuit
Exp limb
resistance low

Compliance calibration

Prompts user to block wye.

Test: Measures circuit compliance using

10 L/min flow, storing pressure and volume
measurements at 5 cmH2O intervals from 5 to
100 cmH2O. Uses air as default gas.

Failure: System cannot pressurize to one of the FS0501 Check patient circuit for leaks. Replace as
test pressure points. Unable to necessary.
pressurize
circuit

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Compliance calibration (continued)

Test: Measures circuit compliance using a high

flow, storing pressure and volume
measurements at 5 cmH2O intervals from 5 to
100 cmH2O.

Failure: System cannot pressurize to one of the FS0502 Check patient circuit for leaks. Replace as
test pressure points. Unable to necessary.
pressurize
circuit

Failure: Out-of-range pressure ratio calculation. FS0503 1. Repeat test, making sure circuit is undis-
Compliance turbed during test.
calculation 2. Repeat SST to retest pressure transducers.
failure 3. Run EST and verify all pneumatics tests pass.

Test: Determines compliance and checks its

reasonableness.

Failure: High compliance > 6 mL/cmH2O (adult) AS0505 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
or 4.5 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 2.5 mL/cmH2O Excessive specified in SST.
(neonatal) but < 12 mL/cmH2O (adult) or compliance 2. Replace patient circuit.
9 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 3 mL/cmH2O
(neonatal).

Failure: High compliance > 12 mL/cmH2O FS0504 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
(adult), 9 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 3 mL/cmH2O Excessive specified in SST.
(neonatal). compliance 2. Replace patient circuit.

Failure: High compliance falls below AS0507 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
1.56 mL/cmH2O (adult), 1.34 mL/cmH2O Compliance low specified in SST.
(pediatric), or 0.6 mL/cmH2O (neonatal) but not 2. Replace patient circuit with a known good
lower than 1.05 mL/cmH2O (adult or pediatric) circuit and filter set.
or 0.25 mL/cmH2O (neonatal). 3. Run EST to check the operation of PI and PE
during the Circuit Pressure Test. Replace
applicable pressure transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pressure Transducer cali-
bration.

Failure: High compliance falls below FS0506 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
1.05 mL/cmH2O (adult or pediatric) or Compliance low specified in SST.
0.25 mL/cmH2O (neonatal). 2. Replace patient circuit.

Failure: Low compliance > 6 mL/cmH2O (adult), AS0509 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
4.5 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 2.5 mL/cmH2O Excessive specified in SST.
(neonatal), but < 12 mL/cmH2O (adult), compliance 2. Replace patient circuit with a known good
9 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 3 mL/cmH2O circuit and filter set.
(neonatal). 3. Run EST to check the operation of PI and PE
during the Circuit Pressure Test. Replace
applicable pressure transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pressure Transducer cali-
bration.

Failure: Low compliance > 12 mL/cmH2O (adult), FS0508 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
9 mL/cmH2O (pediatric), or 3 mL/cmH2O Excessive specified in SST.
(neonatal). compliance 2. Replace patient circuit.

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Table 6-9: SST diagnostic codes (continued)

Code and
Test description and failure modes Corrective actions
message

Compliance calibration (continued)

Failure: Low compliance falls below AS0511 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
1.56 mL/cmH2O (adult), 1.34 mL/cmH2O Compliance low specified in SST.
(pediatric), or 0.6 mL/cmH2O (neonatal) but not 2. Replace patient circuit with a known good
below 1.05 mL/cmH2O (adult or pediatric) or circuit and filter set.
0.25 mL/cmH2O (neonatal). 3. Run EST to check the operation of PI and PE
during the Circuit Pressure Test. Replace
applicable pressure transducer.
4. Run Atmospheric Pressure Transducer cali-
bration.

Failure: Low compliance falls below FS0510 1. Make sure correct patient tubing type was
1.05 mL/cmH2O (adult or pediatric) or 0.25 Compliance low specified in SST.
(neonatal). 2. Replace patient circuit.

Table 6-10: EST test sequence

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Circuit pressure test

Test: If ventilator is running on battery

power, prompts user to connect AC power,
then verifies that ventilator is connected to
AC. EST can only run on AC (facility) power.

Failure: System is still running on battery FE0010 1. Plug in ventilator power cord.
power. AC power not 2. Disconnect BPS to isolate
connected problem.
3. Replace power supply.

Prompts user to connect air and oxygen, to

remove inspiratory filter, and to install test
circuit.

Test: Autozeroes inspiratory pressure Inspiratory

transducer (PI), then reads pressure. Stores pressure
pressure reading. (counts)

Failure: Inspiratory pressure transducer FE0001 1. Replace SOL1.

ADC count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. Inspiratory 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
autozero out PCB.
of range 3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Autozeroes expiratory pressure Expiratory

transducer (PE), then reads pressure. Stores pressure
pressure reading. (counts)

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Circuit pressure test (continued)

Failure: Expiratory pressure transducer ADC FE0002 1. Replace SOL2.

count at 0 cmH2O is out of range. Expiratory 2. Replace exhalation transducer
autozero out PCB.
of range 3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Pressurizes system to 10 cmH2O using

an air flow of 5 L/min.

Failure: Unable to build pressure (air) to FE0003 Inspiratory 1. Make sure that test circuit is
10 cmH2O at 5 L/min within time-out Failed to and expiratory installed and air supply or com-
period. reach test pressure (only pressor is available and good.
pressure if test fails) 2. Verify that the air regulator pres-
sure is set between 9-12 psi.
3. Verify that the patient circuit sys-
tem has no leaks or occlusions by
running the first four tests in EST
to get to the leak test.

Test: Reads inspiratory and expiratory Inspiratory

pressure transducers at 10 cmH2O. and expiratory
pressure

Failure: Inspiratory/expiratory pressure FE0004 1. Verify that the system has no

transducer readings are too far apart. Cross-check leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
failed run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test
2. If the leak test passes in EST, exit
out of EST. Review the data for
the Circuit Pressure Test to deter-
mine which pressure transducer is
out of range: PI or PE. Replace
applicable pressure transducer.
3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Opens inspiratory pressure transducer Inspiratory

autozero solenoid (SOL1) and reads pressure
inspiratory pressure.

Failure: Inspiratory pressure reading out of FE0005 1. Replace SOL1.

range (-0.60 to 0.60 cmH2O). Bad insp 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
autozero PCB.
solenoid 3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Opens expiratory pressure transducer Expiratory

autozero solenoid (SOL2) and reads pressure
expiratory pressure.

Failure: Expiratory pressure reading out of FE0006 1. Replace SOL2.

range (-0.60 to 0.60 cmH2O). Bad exp 2. Replace exhalation transducer
autozero sol PCB.
3. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Circuit pressure test (continued)

Test: Pressurizes system to 50 or 100 cmH2O

using an air flow of 5 L/min.

Failure: Unable to build pressure (air) to 50 FE0008 Inspiratory 1. Make sure air supply or compres-
or 100 cmH2O at 5 L/min within time-out Failed to and expiratory sor is available.
period. reach test pressure (only 2. Check for system leak at the expi-
pressure if test fails) ratory bacteria filter or O2 sensor.
If not sure, run the first four tests
in EST to run the leak test.

Test: Reads inspiratory and expiratory Inspiratory

pressure transducers at 50 and 100 cmH2O. and expiratory
pressure

Failure: Inspiratory/expiratory pressure FE0007 1. Replace the expiratory bacteria

transducer readings are too far apart. Cross-check filter.
failed 2. Verify that the system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test.
3. If the leak test passes in EST, exit
out of EST. Review the data for
the Circuit Pressure Test to deter-
mine which pressure transducer is
out of range: PI or PE. Replace
applicable pressure transducer.
4. Replace AI PCB.

Flow sensors cross check test

Test: For oxygen flows of 120, 60, 5, and Inspiratory

1 L/min, verifies that flow is stable. and expiratory
flow and
oxygen PSOL
(PSOL1)
command
current

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish AE0110 1. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
and control oxygen flow at 120 L/min. Unable to nected and unrestricted.
establish O2 2. Verify oxygen regulator pressure
flow is set between 9-12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if failure
transfers to the other gas side. If
yes, return the air PSOL to its
original position and replace the
oxygen PSOL.
4. Run the leak test in EST to check
for leaks/occlusions.
5. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
6. Replace Q1.
7. Replace the Inspiratory Electron-
ics PCB.
8. Replace the AI PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Flow sensors cross check test (continued)

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE0106 1. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
and control oxygen flow at 60, 5, and Unable to nected.
1 L/min. establish O2 2. Check regulated oxygen pressure.
flow 3. Replace PSOL1 or oxygen flow
sensor (Q1).
4. Replace AI PCB.

Test: For oxygen flows of 120 60, 5, and Inspiratory

1 L/min, verifies that oxygen (Q1) and and expiratory
exhalation (Q3) flow sensor readings are in flow
range.

Failure: Q1 and Q3 readings are too far FE0101 1. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
apart. O2 flow nected and unrestricted.
sensor cross 2. Verify that the oxygen supply is
check failed good.
3. Verify that the system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure
transfers to the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its original
position and replace PSOL1.
5. Run a flow sensor calibration.6.
Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow
sensor calibration and EST. If the
failure transfers to the air side,
return Q2 back to its original
position and replace Q1.

Test: For oxygen flows of 120, 60, 5, and POSL1

1 L/min, verifies that oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) command
command current is in range. current

Failure: PSOL1 command current is out of FE0102 1. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
range. O2 PSOL nected and unrestricted.
current out 2. Verify that the oxygen supply is
of range good.
3. Verify that the system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure
transfers to the air side. If yes,
return PSOL2 back to its original
position and replace PSOL1.
5. Run a flow sensor calibration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow
sensor calibration and EST. If the
failure transfers to the air side,
return Q2 back to its original
position and replace Q1.

Test: Commands oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) to Inspiratory

deliver 0 L/min (closed). flow

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Flow sensors cross check test (continued)

Failure: Oxygen flow > 0.153 L/min. FE0108 1. Verify no leaks at the Q1 o-rings.
O2 zero flow 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test to check
check failed for PSOL1 leak. Remove and then
reseat PSOL1
3. Replace PSOL1.
4. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
5. Replace Q1.

Test: For air flows of 120, 60, 5, and 1 L/min, Inspiratory

verifies that flow is stable. and expiratory
flow and air
PSOL (PSOL2)
command
current

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish AE0111 1. Make sure air supply is connected
and control air flow at 120 L/min. Unable to and unrestricted.
establish air 2. Verify air regulator pressure is set
flow between 9-12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if failure
transfers to the other gas side. If
yes, return Oxygen PSOL to its
original position and replace the
Air PSOL.
4. Run the leak test in EST to check
for leaks/occlusions.
5. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
6. Replace Q2.
7. Replace the Inspiratory Electron-
ics PCB.
8. Replace the AI PCB.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE0107 1. Make sure air supply is con-
and control air flow at 60, 5, and 1 L/min. Unable to nected.
establish air 2. Check regulated air pressure.
flow 3. Perform flow sensor calibration.
4. Replace PSOL2 or air flow sensor
(Q2).
5. Replace AI PCB.

Test: For air flows of 120 60, 5, and 1 L/min, Inspiratory

verifies that air (Q2) and exhalation (Q3) and expiratory
flow sensor readings are in range. flow

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Flow sensors cross check test (continued)

Failure: Q2 and Q3 readings are too far FE0103 1. Make sure air supply is connected
apart. Air flow and unrestricted.
sensor cross 2. Verify that the air supply is good.
check failed 3. Verify that the system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure
transfers to the air side. If yes,
return PSOL back to its original
position and replace PSOL2
5. Run a flow sensor calibration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow
sensor calibration and EST. If the
failure transfers to the oxygen
side, return Q1 back to its original
position and replace Q2.

Test: For air flows of 120, 60, 5, or 1 L/min, PSOL2

verifies that air PSOL (PSOL2) command command
current is in range. current

Failure: PSOL2 command current out of FE0104 1. Make sure air supply is connected
range. Air PSOL and unrestricted.
current out 2. Verify that the air supply is good.
of range 3. Verify that the system has no
leaks or occlusions. If not sure,
run the first four tests in EST to
run the leak test.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if the failure
transfers to the air side. If yes,
return PSOL back to its original
position and replace PSOL2
5. Run a flow sensor calibration.
6. Switch Q1 and Q2. Rerun the flow
sensor calibration and EST. If the
failure transfers to the oxygen
side, return Q1 back to its original
position and replace Q2.

Test: Commands air PSOL (PSOL2) to deliver Inspiratory

0 L/min (closed). flow

Failure: Air flow > 0.153 L/min. FE0109 1. Verify no leaks at the Q2 o-rings.
Air zero flow 2. Run EST Gas Supply Test to check
check failed for PSOL2 leak. Remove and then
reseat PSOL2
3. Replace PSOL2.
4. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
5. Replace Q2.

Performs lift-off calibration for PSOL1 and

PSOL2.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EST gas supply/safety valve test

Test: Checks to see if wall air connected

(pressure switch PS2 closed). If not, prompts
user to connect wall air.

Failure: ACCEPT key was pressed but PS2 FE0204 1. Make sure air supply is con-
still open. Wall air nected.
pressure not 2. Check PS2: Remove the wiring
detected connectors from PS2 and jumper
the connectors to each other. If
the system now recognizes the air
supply, replace PS2.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EST gas supply/safety valve test (continued)

Test: Checks to see if oxygen connected

(pressure switch PS1 closed). If not, prompts
user to connect oxygen.

Failure: ACCEPT key was pressed but PS1 FE0205 1. Make sure oxygen supply is
still open. O2 pressure connected.
not detected 2. Check PS1: Remove the wiring
connectors from PS1 and jumper
the connectors to each other. If
the system now recognizes the air
supply, replace PS1.

Prompts user to block To patient port.

Test: Establishes 1 L/min flow and verifies

that it is stable.

Failure: Stable flow could not be FE0210 1. Make sure To patient port is
established within allotted time. SV pressure blocked.
relief failed 2. Check for leaks at the O2 sensor,
SOL1 or PI.
3. Replace the safety valve.
4. Replace PI.

Test: Determines safety valve cracking Safety valve

pressure and verifies it is in range. cracking
pressure

Failure: Cracking pressure out of range. FE0210 1. Make sure To patient port is
SV pressure blocked.
relief failed 2. Check for leaks at the O2 sensor,
SOL1 or PI.
3. Replace the safety valve.
4. Replace PI.

Test: Commands air PSOL (PSOL2) to deliver Peak pressure

100 L/min. If PSOL2 cannot deliver this flow
within so many counts, commands oxygen
PSOL (PSOL1) to deliver this flow instead.
Samples inspiratory pressure and
determines peak pressure.

Failure: Neither PSOL could deliver FE0210 1. Make sure To patient port is
100 L/min within prescribed count. SV pressure blocked.
relief failed 2. Check for leaks at the O2 sensor,
SOL1 or PI.
3. Replace the safety valve.
4. Replace PI.

Failure: Peak pressure is too high. FE0210 1. Make sure To patient port is
SV pressure blocked.
relief failed 2. Check for leaks at the O2 sensor,
SOL1 or PI.
3. Replace the safety valve.
4. Replace PI.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EST gas supply/safety valve test (continued)

Test: Prompts user to disconnect oxygen.

Checks to see if oxygen disconnected
(pressure switch PS1 open).

Failure: PS1 closed instead of open. FE0206 1. Make sure oxygen supply is dis-
O2 pressure connected.
detected 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
(O2 not PCB.
disconnected) 3. Replace PS1.

Test: Opens safety valve, bleeds pressure, Inspiratory

then closes it. Reads inspiratory pressure. pressure

Failure: Air PSOL (PSOL2) forward leak was AE0213 1. Check for leaks around the Q2
detected via excessive pressure buildup Air PSOL leak o-rings.
(> 50 cmH2O but < 100 cmH2O) in blocked 2. Make sure air supply is connected
inspiratory module. and unrestricted.
3. Reseat Air PSOL.
4. Replace Air PSOL.
5. Replace AI PCB.

Failure: Air PSOL (PSOL2) forward leak was FE0207 1. Check for leaks around the Q2 o-
detected via excessive pressure buildup Air PSOL leak rings.
(> 100 cmH2O) in blocked inspiratory 2. Verify that the safety valve
module. relieves pressures above 100
cmH2O. Listen for the pressure
relief while watching the numeric
digital display of system pressure
in the upper screen. If the safety
valve does not crack open,
replace the safety valve.
3. Replace PSOL2.

Test: Disables compressor control. If wall air

is the air source, prompts user to disconnect
air. Verifies that air is disconnected
(pressure switch PS2 open).

Failure: PS2 closed instead of open. FE0208 1. Make sure air supply is discon-
Wall air nected.
pressure 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
detected PCB.
3. Replace PS2.

Test: Verifies that compressor is

depressurized by reading compressor
pressure transducer (PC).

Failure: PC indicates that compressor is FE0212 Replace compressor PCB.

pressurized. Compressor
pressure
detected

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EST gas supply/safety valve test (continued)

Test: At zero flow, reads air flow sensor Q2 reading

(Q2), oxygen flow sensor (Q1), and Q1 reading
exhalation flow sensor (Q3). Q3 reading

Failure: During zero-flow check, Q2 reads FE0215 1. Make sure gas supplies are dis-
> 0.05 L/min. Air zero flow connected.
check failed 2. Make sure compressor is not run-
ning.
3. Verify no leaks at the Q2 o-rings.
4. Check for PSOL2 leak.
5. Remove and then reseat PSOL2.
6. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
7. Replace PSOL2.
8. Replace Q2.

Failure: During zero-flow check, Q1 reads FE0216 1. Make sure gas supplies are dis-
> 0.05 L/min. O2 zero flow connected.
check failed 2. Make sure compressor is not run-
ning.
3. Verify no leaks at the Q2 o-rings.
4. Check for PSOL2 leak.
5. Remove and then reseat PSOL2.
6. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
7. Replace PSOL2.
8. Replace Q2.

Failure: During zero-flow check, Q3 reads > FE0217 1. Make sure gas supplies are dis-
0.1 L/min. Exp zero flow connected.
check failed 2. Make sure compressor is not run-
ning.
3. Verify no leaks at the Q3 o-rings.
4. Perform a flow sensor calibration.
5. Replace Q3.

Test: Prompts user to connect oxygen.

Checks to see if oxygen connected (pressure
switch PS1 closed).

Failure: PS1 open instead of closed. FE0211 1. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
O2 pressure nected.
not detected 2. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EST gas supply/safety valve test (continued)

Test: Opens safety valve, bleeds pressure, Inspiratory

then closes it. Reads inspiratory pressure. pressure

Failure: Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) forward leak AE0214 1. Check for leaks around the Q1 o-
was detected via excessive pressure buildup O2 PSOL leak rings.
(> 50 cmH2O but < 100 cmH2O) in blocked 2. Make sure oxygen supply is con-
inspiratory module. nected and unrestricted.
3. Reseat oxygen PSOL.
4. Replace oxygen PSOL.
5. Replace AI PCB.

Failure: Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) forward leak FE0209 1. Check for leaks around the Q1 o-
was detected via excessive pressure buildup O2 PSOL leak rings.
(> 100 cmH2O) in blocked inspiratory 2. Verify that the safety valve
module. relieves pressures above 100
cmH2O. Listen for the pressure
relief while watching the numeric
digital display of system pressure
in the upper screen. If the safety
valve does not crack open,
replace the safety valve.
3. Replace PSOL1.

Re-enables compressor control. Prompts

user to reconnect wall air, unblock To
patient port, and reconnect the test circuit.

Leak test

Test: Pressurizes system to 90 cmH2O with

either gas using 2 L/min flow.

Failure: System cannot attain leak test FE0305 1. Make sure test circuit is con-
starting pressure using oxygen or air within Unable to nected.
time-out period. establish 2. Check for system leaks.
pressure 3. Check exhalation valve operation.
4. Verify secure connection of expi-
ratory filter.

Test: Waits for pressure to decay, then

verifies adequate inspiratory pressure.

Failure: System pressure dropped below FE0301 1. Make sure test circuit is con-
85 cmH2O. Excessive leak nected.
2. Check for system leaks.
3. Check exhalation valve operation.
4. Verify secure connection of expi-
ratory filter.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Leak test (continued)

Test: Waits until inspiratory pressure drops

to 85 cmH2O or until 10 s elapse.
If pressure drops to 85 cmH2O, waits until
pressure drops by 5 cmH2O or until 10 s
more elapse. Checks pressure drop.
Compares inspiratory and expiratory
pressure measurements.

Failure: Pressure not detected on expiratory AE0306 Pressure drop 1. Make sure test circuit is properly
side (inspiratory/expiratory pressure Test circuit in 10 s connected.
transducer readings are too far apart). not 2. Replace expiratory bacteria filter.
connected 3. Check for leaks around the Q3
flow sensor.
4. Check/replace the exhalation
valve.
5. Replace the expiratory pressure
transducer PCB.

Failure: Pressure drops to 85 cmH2O in 10 s, FE0301 1. Make sure test circuit is con-
then in 10 s more by 5 cmH2O. Excessive leak nected and is not leaking.
2. Check for system leaks or occlu-
sions especially at the O2 sensor
and expiratory filter.
3. Verify secure connection of expi-
ratory filter.
4. Check exhalation valve operation.

GUI keyboard test

Test: Prompts user to press key, then reads

keyswitch.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0401 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Accept key 2. Replace keyboard.
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0402 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Clear key 2. Replace keyboard.
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0403 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Insp. Pause 2. Replace keyboard.
key fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0404 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Exp. Pause 2. Replace keyboard.
key fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0405 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Man Insp 2. Replace keyboard.
fails.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

GUI keyboard test (continued)

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0406 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. 100% O2 / 2. Replace keyboard.
CAL key or
INCREASE O2
2 min key
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0407 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Info key fails. 2. Replace keyboard.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0408 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Alarm Reset 2. Replace keyboard.
key fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0409 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Alarm Silence 2. Replace keyboard.
key fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0410 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Alarm 2. Replace keyboard.
Volume key
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0411 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Screen 2. Replace keyboard.
brightness
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0412 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Screen 2. Replace keyboard.
contrast key
fails.

Failure: Wrong key pressed or key not FE0413 1. Repeat test.

pressed within 15 s. Screen lock 2. Replace keyboard.
key fails.

EST GUI knob test

Test: Prompts user to turn knob

counterclockwise and clockwise.

Failure: Knob was not turned in direction as FE0501 1. Repeat test.

prompted within 15 s. Bad knob 2. Replace keyboard.

GUI lamp test

Test: Prompts user to acknowledge that LED

is on.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0601 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI High between the GUI LED PCB and
Alarm LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

GUI lamp test (continued)

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0602 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Medium between the GUI LED PCB and
Alarm LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0603 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Low between the GUI LED PCB and
Alarm LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0604 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Normal between the GUI LED PCB and
LED fails. the GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0605 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Batt between the GUI LED PCB and
Backup LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0606 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI On Batt between the GUI LED PCB and
Pwr LED fails. the GUI CPU PCB.
2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0607 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI between the GUI LED PCB and
Compressor the GUI CPU PCB.
Ready LED 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.
fails.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0608 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI between the GUI LED PCB and
Compressor the GUI CPU PCB.
Operating 2. Replace the GUI LED PCB.
LED fails.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0609 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI 100% O2 between the GUI LED PCB and
or INCREASE the GUI CPU PCB.
O2 2 min key 2. Replace keyboard.
LED fails.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0610 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Alarm between the GUI LED PCB and
Silence LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace keyboard.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0611 1. Check/replace interconnect cable
not on. GUI Screen between the GUI LED PCB and
Lock LED the GUI CPU PCB.
fails. 2. Replace keyboard.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

BD lamp test

Test: Prompts user to acknowledge that

LEDs are on.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate one AE0702 Replace BDU LED PCB.
or both ventilator inoperative LEDs not on. Bad Vent
inop LED

Test: Prompts user to acknowledge that

LEDs are on.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate one AE0703 Replace BDU LED PCB.
or both SVO LEDs not on. Bad SVO LED

Test: Prompts user to acknowledge that LED

is on.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate LED AE0704 Replace BDU LED PCB.
not on. Bad Loss of
GUI LED

GUI audio test

Test: Activates GUI high-urgency alarm

sound and prompts user to verify that GUI
alarm sounds.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate GUI FE0801 1. Verify the GUI alarm cable con-
audio diagnostic failed. SAAS nection to the GUI CPU PCB.
(Safety 2. Replace GUI alarm assembly.
Audible 3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.
Alarm
System) test
failed

GUI nurse call test

Prompts user to acknowledge whether test

is to be performed.

Test: Prompts user to indicate if nurse’s call

(remote alarm) is off.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate relay FE2301 1. Make sure test equipment is con-
is stuck on when it should be off. Nurse call nected properly to remote alarm
stuck on port.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

Test: Activates nurse’s call (remote alarm)

relay, then prompts user to indicate if
nurse’s call is on.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate relay FE2302 1. Make sure test equipment is con-
is stuck off when it should be on. Nurse call nected properly to remote alarm
stuck off port.
2. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

Deactivates nurse’s call port.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

BD audio test

Test: Checks alarm cable voltage. Alarm cable

voltage

Failure: Voltage out of range FE0901 1. Make sure BD alarm cable is con-
(< 3.5 or > 5.05 V). Bad alarm nected.
cable 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace BD alarm cable.

Test: Checks initial power failure capacitor Initial power

voltage. failure
capacitor
voltage

Failure: Voltage out of range FE0902 1. Make sure BD alarm cable is con-
(< 4.5 or > 5.05 V). Bad power nected.
fail cap 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace BD alarm cable.
5. Replace Motherboard PCB.

Test: Sounds BD alarm. Prompts user to

acknowledge audible alarm.

Failure: CLEAR key pressed to indicate user FE0904 1. Make sure BD alarm cable is con-
did not hear alarm, although alarm was Bad BD audio nected.
active. 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace BD alarm cable.

Test: Measures and compares power fail

capacitor voltages before and after alarm is
sounded.

Failure: Final capacitor voltage higher than FE0903 1. Make sure BD alarm cable is con-
initial voltage. Bad power nected.
fail cap 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Calculate and check RC constant. RC constant

for power fail
capacitor

Failure: RC constant < 60 s. FE0903 1. Make sure BD alarm cable is con-

Bad power nected.
fail cap 2. Replace BD alarm.
3. Replace AI PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

PSOL loopback test

Test: Reads air PSOL (PSOL2) loopback PSOL2

current at various drive currents. Verifies loopback
that PSOL2 loopback current is within current at
range of drive current. various drive
currents

Failure: PSOL2 loopback current out of AE1001 1. Verify that the air supply is good.
range (OOR) of drive current. Air PSOL 2. Verify air regulator pressure set
loopback to between 9 and 12 psi.
current OOR 3. Switch PSOLs to see if failure
transfers to the other gas side. If
yes, return oxygen PSOL (PSOL1)
to its original position and
replace PSOL2.
4. Switch Q1 and Q2, run a flow
sensor calibration and rerun test.
If the problem transfers to the
other gas side, return Q1 to its
original position and replace Q2.
5. Replace the AI PCB.
6. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.

Test: Reads oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) loopback PSOL1

current at various drive currents. Verifies loopback
that PSOL1 loopback current is within current at
range of drive current. various drive
currents

Failure: PSOL1 loopback current out of AE1002 1. Verify that the oxygen supply is
range (OOR) of drive current. O2 PSOL good.
loopback 2. Verify oxygen regulator pressure
current OOR set to between 9 and 12 psi.
3. Switch PSOLs to see if failure
transfers to the other gas side. If
yes, return the air PSOL to its
original position and replace
PSOL1.
4. Switch Q1 and Q2, run a flow sen-
sor calibration and rerun test. If
the problem transfers to the
other gas side, return Q2 to its
original position and replace Q1.
5. Replace the AI PCB.
6. Replace the Inspiratory
Electronics PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Safety system test

Test: Establishes an air flow of 60 L/min.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE1105 1. Make sure air supply is connected
and control gas flow at 60 L/min. Unable to and unrestricted.
establish flow 2. Check air regulator pressure.
3. Run flow sensor calibration.
4. Switch PSOLs to see if test passes.
If it does, return PSOL1 to its orig-
inal position and replace PSOL2.
5. Replace Q2.

Test: Reads inspiratory pressure (safety Inspiratory

valve back pressure) and verifies that it is pressure
£ 1.0 cmH2O. (safety valve
back pressure)

Failure: Excessive safety valve back pressure FE1101 Replace safety valve.
when safety valve is open. Safety valve
occluded

Test: Reads loopback current (safety valve Safety valve

open and closed; during low and high loopback
current conditions) and verifies it is in current
range.

Failure: Safety valve loopback current out FE1102 1. Replace safety valve.
of range. Bad safety 2. Replace AI PCB.
valve driver 3. Replace Inspiratory Electronics
or loopback PCB.

Test: Performs a reverse-flow check of Elapsed time

inspiratory check valve. Establishes a for pressure to
pressure of 95 cmH2O with air flow of drop from 85
5 L/min. Reads inspiratory pressure. Then to 5 cmH2O
stops flow and opens safety valve.
Determines time it takes for pressure to
drop from 85 to 5 cmH2O. Verifies time is
within range.

Failure: It took too long to relieve excess FE1103 1. Make sure proper test circuit is
pressure through open safety valve, Insp check used.
indicating inspiratory check valve (CV3) is valve test 2. Make sure CV3 is not installed
occluded or test circuit is too large. failed backward.
3. Replace CV3.
4. Replace Safety Valve (SV).

Failure: It took too little time to relieve AE1104 1. Make sure test circuit is con-
excess pressure through open safety valve, Insp check nected.
indicating inspiratory check valve (CV3) valve test 2. Make sure CV3 is not installed
may be damaged or incorrectly mounted. failed backward.
3. Replace CV3.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Exp valve loopback test

Test: Reads exhalation valve loopback Exhalation

current and compares it to drive current for valve
several size openings. loopback
current

Failure: Exhalation valve loopback current AE1201 1. Verify that the system has no
is out of range (OOR) of drive current. Exp valve leaks or occlusions by running the
loopback leak test in EST.
current OOR 2. Clean exhalation valve
diaphragm.
3. Calibrate the exhalation valve.
4. Clean/replace the exhalation
valve.
5. Replace the AI PCB.

Exp valve seal test

Test: Verifies that exhalation valve

calibration table checksum is valid and that
last calibration performed was completed
successfully (i.e., flag set in BD NOVRAM).

Failure: Exhalation valve table checksum FE1304 1. Check for leaks or occlusions. Cor-
invalid or last calibration performed was Exp valve not rect and then run the exhalation
not completed successfully. calibrated valve calibration.
2. Replace the exhalation valve.
3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

Test: Verifies that exhalation valve magnet

temperature is in range.

Failure: Exhalation valve magnet FE1302 1. Ensure the unit has been warmed
temperature out of range (OOR) Exp valve up at ambient temperature for at
(10 to 100 °C). temp OOR least 10 minutes.
2. Calibrate the exhalation valve
(EV).
3. Replace exhalation valve (EV).
4. Replace AI PCB.

Test: Using exhalation valve calibration

table, commands valve to generate system
pressure of 45 cmH2O. Establishes air flow
of 5 L/min and waits a short interval for
flow to stabilize.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE1303 1. Make sure proper test circuit it
and control air flow measured by Unable to used and that there are no leaks
exhalation flow sensor (Q3). establish exp or occlusions.
flow 2. Make sure air supply is still con-
nected.
3. Run flow sensor calibration.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.
6. Replace the exhalation valve.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Exp valve seal test (continued)

Test: Reads exhaled flow (for 5 L/min) from

Q3. Reduces flow, then reads expiratory
flow (for 0.3 L/min). Verifies that test D
pressure is acceptable.

Failure: Seal test  pressure is above failure FE1301 1. Clean exhalation valve.
level. Seal test 2. Calibrate exhalation valve.
failed 3. Run flow sensor calibration.
4. Replace exhalation valve.
5. Replace AI PCB.
6. Replace PE.

Failure: Seal test  pressure is above alert AE1305 1. Verify that the system has no
level but below failure level. Seal test leaks or occlusions by running the
failed leak test in EST.
2. Clean the exhalation valve.
3. Calibrate exhalation valve.
4. Replace the exhalation valve.
5. Replace the AI PCB.

Exp valve test

Test: Verifies that exhalation valve

calibration table checksum is valid and that
last calibration performed was completed
successfully (i.e., flag set in BD NOVRAM).

Failure: Exhalation valve table checksum FE1402 1. Check for leaks or occlusions. Cor-
invalid or last calibration performed was Exp valve not rect and then run the exhalation
not completed successfully. calibrated valve calibration.
2. Replace the exhalation valve.
3. Replace the AI PCB.
4. Replace Q3.
5. Replace Q2.

Test: Establishes 5 L/min expiratory-

controlled air flow. Commands exhalation
valve gain port to 0.5 V. Using expiratory
valve calibration table, commands
exhalation valve to open as required to
maintain system pressure of 10 cmH2O.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE1403 1. Make sure air supply is con-
and control air flow measured by Unable to nected.
exhalation flow sensor (Q3). establish exp 2. Make sure proper test circuit is
flow used.

Test: Reads expiratory pressure for several Expiratory

test points, and verifies it is within range. pressure

Failure: Measured system pressure at one or FE1401 1. Calibrate exhalation valve.

more test points is out of range. Bad 2. Replace exhalation valve.
calibration 3. Replace AI PCB.
4. Replace the Exhalation Pressure
Transducer PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

EV velocity transducer test

Test: Calculates  P for expiratory pressures

made with exhalation valve commanded
with high and zero damping gains.

Failure: Expiratory  P too low, indicating FE2201 1. Calibrate exhalation valve and
velocity transducer not responding Low exp P retest.
properly. 2. Replace exhalation valve.

Exp heater test

Test: Establishes 60 L/min inspiratory-

controlled air flow.

Failure: Flow controller unable to establish FE1501 Make sure air supply is connected.
and control 60 L/min flow. Unable to
establish air
flow

Test: Turns on exhalation heater. Reads Heater-on

heater-on temperature periodically over an temperature
interval, checking for a temperature rise of (displayed as
3 °C. Displays heater-on temperature as soon as it rises
soon as it rises 3 °C. 3 °C above
initial
temperature)

Failure: Heater temperature did not rise FE1502 1. Replace exhalation heater.
sufficiently during an interval after heater Bad exp 2. Replace AI PCB.
was turned on. heater

Test: Turns off exhalation heater. Reads Heater-off

heater-off temperature periodically over an temperature
interval, checking for a temperature drop (displayed as
of 2 °C from heater-on temperature. soon as it
drops 3 °C
below heater-
on
temperature)

Failure: Heater temperature did not drop FE1503 1. Replace exhalation heater.
sufficiently during an interval after heater Bad exp 2. Replace AI PCB.
was turned off. heater

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Compressor test

Checks that compressor is installed.

Test: Checks whether unit is running on AC.

If unit is running on AC (BPS is not installed
or BPS is installed but battery power is not
being used), prompts user to connect AC.

Failure: System is still running on battery AE1602 1. Plug in ventilator power cord and
power (i.e., when polled, either BPS AC power not check the cord connection at the
charged or BPS charging line is active). connected ventilator.
Compressor can only run on AC (facility) 2. Check AC.
power. 3. Disconnect BPS to isolate prob-
lem.
4. Replace power supply.

Test: Checks whether wall air is connected

(air pressure switch (PS2) closed). If so,
prompts user to disconnect it so compressor
can be tested. Verifies that PS2 is now open.

Failure: PS2 is closed when it should be AE1601 1. Make sure air supply is discon-
open. Wall air nected.
pressure 2. Disconnect PS2 and rerun test. If
detected test passes, replace PS2.

Test: Reads initial compressor time, waits 15

s, reads final compressor time, then
calculates compressor run elapsed time.

Failure: Calculated run time not within AE1604 Listen for motor. If motor is on,
range, perhaps because compressor timer is Run mode replace compressor PCB. Otherwise,
not running while compressor motor is on. time OOR replace compressor.

Test: Reads compressor pressure transducer

(PC) and verifies that there is compressor
pressure.

Failure: PC indicates that compressor air is AE1603 1. If compressor system is an 804

not present, although compressor motor is Compressor model, replace with the 806
on. pressure not model.
detected 2. Run compressor leak test to check
for leaks.
a. Use leak detector to check for
leaks at the accumulator fit-
tings and other tubing connec-
tions.
b. Verify no leaks at CV2 within
the ventilator by plugging the
air inlet fitting.
3. Replace compressor PCB.

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Compressor test (continued)

Test: Disables compressor control and

commands compressor to disabled mode.
Reads compressor pressure transducer (PC)
and verifies that compressor air is not
present.

Failure: PC indicates that compressor air is AE1606 Replace compressor PCB.

present after compressor motor is disabled Compressor
and accumulator drained. pressure
detected

Test: Reads initial compressor time, waits 15

s, reads final compressor time, then
calculates compressor disabled elapsed
time.

Failure: Calculated disabled time not within AE1607 Replace compressor PCB.
range, perhaps because compressor timer is Disabled
running while compressor motor is off. mode time
OOR

Test: Checks that compressor timer was

verified to be functional during previous
compressor run and disabled tests.

Failure: Compressor standby mode check AE1608 1. Troubleshoot code AE1604 or

cannot be run, because of inability to verify Unable to AE1607, if present.
timer functionality. test standby 2. Replace compressor PCB.
mode

Test: Reads initial compressor time, waits 15

s, reads final compressor time, then
calculates compressor standby mode
elapsed time.

Failure: Calculated standby mode time not AE1609 Replace compressor PCB.
within range, perhaps because compressor Standby
motor is still running. During standby mode mode time
test phase, compressor motor should OOR
eventually turn off.

Test: Re-enables compressor control. Checks

that compressor pressure transducer (PC)
was verified to be functional during
previous compressor run and disabled tests.

Failure: Compressor load test cannot be AE1610 Troubleshoot code AE1603 or

run, because of inability to verify PC Unable to AE1606.
functionality. perform
compressor
load test

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Compressor test (continued)

Test: Commands expiratory valve damping

gain DAC and expiratory valve DAC to
values corresponding to 45 cmH2O.
Performs 1 cycle of worst-case breath
delivery waveform (200 l/min). Stops flow
control and verifies that compressor air is
present, as indicated by compressor
pressure switch (PC).

Failure: PC reading indicates compressor AE1611 1. Run compressor leak test to check
unable to maintain minimum pressure Compressor for compressor leak.
under worst-case breath delivery load test a. Use leak detector to check for
waveform. failed leaks at the accumulator fit-
tings and other tubing connec-
tions.
b. Verify no leaks at CV2 within
the ventilator by plugging the
air inlet fitting.
2. Replace compressor.
3. Replace compressor PCB.

Compressor leak test

Checks that compressor is installed.

Test: Verifies that compressor timer tests

passed during Compressor Test.

Failure: Compressor leak test cannot be run, AE1701 1. Troubleshoot accompanying code
because of inability to verify timer Unable to AE1604 or AE1607.
functionality. perform 2. Replace compressor PCB.
compressor
leak test

Test: Disables compressor control and

commands compressor to disabled mode. If
wall air is connected (pressure switch PS2
closed), prompts user to disconnect wall air,
then verifies that PS2 is open.

Failure: PS2 is closed, but it should be open. AE1702 1. Make sure air supply is discon-
Compressor control is restored. Wall air nected.
pressure 2. Disconnect PS2 and rerun test. If
detected test passes, replace PS2.

Test: Prompts user to reconnect wall air,

then verifies that wall air pressure switch
(PS2) is closed.

Failure: PS2 is open, but it should be closed. AE1703 1. Make sure air supply is con-
Compressor control is restored. Wall air nected.
pressure not 2. Run Gas Supply/SV Test.
detected

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Compressor leak test (continued)

Test: Commands compressor to standby

mode, then lets compressor recharge.
Checks compressor pressure periodically
over a 1-minute interval.

Failure: Compressor pressure transducer AE1704 Troubleshoot compressor

(PC) indicates loss of compressor pressure, Compressor compartment or inspiratory module
pointing to a leak. leak detected for leaks.

Test: Determines compressor elapsed time Elapsed time

with compressor in standby mode.

Failure: Compressor elapsed time > 1 s. This AE1704 Troubleshoot compressor

indicates compressor has been on when it Compressor compartment or inspiratory module
should not have been, pointing to a leak detected for leaks.
possible leak.

Analog data display test

Reads analog data channels. All analog

data channel
measurements

GUI touchscreen test

Test: Reads touchscreen error report buffer.

Failure: Touchscreen error occurred (e.g., AE1901 1. Clean touchscreen, removing any
blocked beam or low-level error), buffer GUI touch: obstructions.
cannot be read, or report is invalid. Error 2. Replace touchframe PCB.
3. Replace GUI CPU PCB.

GUI serial port test

Test: Activates GUI serial port loopback

mode. Transmits a character string. Verifies
that received string is identical to
transmitted string.

Failure: Received message not identical to AE2001 Replace GUI CPU PCB.
transmitted message. Bad GUI serial
port

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Table 6-10: EST test sequence (continued)

Code and
Description Display Corrective actions
message

Battery test

Verifies that BPS is installed (by reading BPS

model line).

Test: Verifies that BPS is charged (BPS

charged bit off and BPS charging bit on).

Failure: BPS not fully charged. AE2101 1. Allow BPS to fully charge, then
Battery not repeat test.
charged 2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace battery pack.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.

Prompts user to disconnect AC.

Test: Loads BPS with known load. Verifies

that system is running on BPS (BPS charged
bit on and BPS charging bit on).

Failure: BPS not discharging. AE2102 1. Verify AC power is disconnected

Battery not when prompted.
discharging 2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace battery pack.
4. Replace BD CPU PCB.

Test: Makes several BPS voltage readings BPS voltage

while BPS discharges and verifies that
voltages are within range.

Failure: BPS voltage dropped below AE2103 1. Ensure the battery pack is fully
accepted level or dropped too quickly. Bad Backup charged by checking that the
Power Supply green LED on the BPS is lit prior
to initiating an EST. If the amber
LED is lit, allow the unit to charge
the batteries prior to rerunning
EST.
2. Replace the battery pack.
3. Replace the BPS PCB.
4. Replace the AI PCB.
5. Replace the power supply.

Test: Prompts user to reconnect AC. Verifies

that BPS is now charging (BPS charged bit
on and BPS charging bit off).

Failure: BPS not charging after AC power AE2104 1. Verify that AC power is recon-
was reconnected. Battery not nected when prompted and that
charging AC is good.
2. Replace BPS PCB.
3. Replace the battery pack.
4. Replace the power supply.
5. Replace the BD CPU.
6. Replace the AI PCB.

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6.11 How to troubleshoot VGA LCD controller PCB faults (UT0002)

(9.4-inch GUI only)
For all UT0002 errors, check the System Diagnostic Log for the indicators of a VGA LCD
controller fault. Check the three digits of the Fault Address (FA) that immediately follow
“0x”. (Refer to example below.)

TIME TEST/EVENT CODE TYPE NOTES

12:55:59 PC: 0xFF77B7FeTID21
Bus Error/Access Fault UT0002 FAILURE
08 Aug 03 FA: 0x02F0 0000

The NOTES column in the log contains the UT0002 Fault Address (FA). Using the FA, you can
determine if there is a problem with a VGA LCD controller, and identify whether it is the
upper LCD PCB or the lower LCD PCB. If you cannot locate a fault code in Table 6-11 that
matches the three digits of the reported fault code then replace the GUI CPU PCB.

Table 6-11: UT0002 Fault Addresses for VGA LCD controller PCB errors

VGA LCD controller

Fault Address (FA)
PCB

Lower 0x020X XXXX

0x021x XXXX
0x022x XXXX
0x023x XXXX
0x024x XXXX
0x025x XXXX
0x026x XXXX
0x027x XXXX

Upper 0x028X XXXX

0x029X XXXX
0x02AX XXXX
0x02BX XXXX
0x02CX XXXX
0x02DX XXXX
0x02EX XXXX
0x02FX XXXX

The example given indicates that the upper VGA LCD Controller PCB should be replaced.

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6.12 How to troubleshoot GUI LCD screen messages

If an error occurs while the ventilator runs POST at power-up or during ventilator operation,
the GUI LCD screens display messages that are designed to help you troubleshoot the cause of
the error. Review the System Diagnostic Log and the System Information Log to help
determine the cause of the error. The following examples provide scenarios and methods for
troubleshooting these messages.

NOTE:
Covidien offers an in-depth training course on the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator
System, that includes error troubleshooting and repair. Call Covidien Technical
Support at 1.800.255.6774 for more information.

6.12.1 Example 1: Missing data key information

Upper screen:
Ventilator Test Summary

Last Run Outcome

SST 15:39 05 OCT 06 PASSED

EST 16:50 05 OCT 06 PASSED

Software Property of
Covidien
(Released/Unformatted)

Lower screen:
Ventilator Startup

Cannot set up patient. Ventilator malfunction.

Short self test is not allowed. Service required,

use Service Mode to correct serial number.

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System Diagnostic Log:

The message below is an example of only one possible data key code that may appear in the
log:

TIME TEST/EVENT CODE TYPE NOTES

07:01:31 Cannot determine datakey size LB0089 Alert Task 8 BD

06 OCT 06 ErrCode:0x0

System Information Log:

The messages below are examples of possible messages that may appear in the System
Information Log:

TIME TEST/EVENT CODE TYPE NOTES

07:01:35 Init Resume BD Communication ZB0084 Task 7 GUI

06 OCT 06 ErrCode:0x0

07:01:34 Init Resume GUI Communication LB0083 Task 8 BD

06 OCT 06 ErrCode:0x0

Analysis:
• Ventilator Test Summary SST and EST PASSED messages indicate that there is
communication between the BDU and the GUI. The message on the lower GUI screen
indicating an incorrect serial number provides a clue that the data key is faulty, because
the BD and GUI serial numbers are stored in the data key. The appearance of the
“Software Property of Covidien” message indicates that the data key information is not
being read by the GUI.
• The System Diagnostic Log code LB0089 indicates that the data key is faulty or missing and
should be replaced (see Table 6-2).
• The System Information Log indicates that the GUI and BD have resumed communicating,
which suggests that the BD CPU PCB and AI PCB are operating properly. This is also
indicated by the BD CPU PCB LEDs strobing and AI PCB LED flashing properly (BDU side
panel must be removed to verify LEDs).
• If you enter Service Mode, the lower GUI screen displays a message, “Data key not
installed.”
Possible corrective actions based on the messages above include replacing the data key, AI
PCB, or motherboard.

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6.12.2 Example 2: No communication between the GUI and BDU

Upper screen:
Ventilator Test Summary

Last Run Outcome

SST NEVER RUN

EST NEVER RUN

Exp. Calibration: Failed

Flow sensor calibration: Failed
Atm. pressure calibration: Not calibrated

Software Property of
Covidien
(Released/Unformatted)

Lower screen:
Ventilator Startup

Cannot set up patient. Ventilator malfunction.

Short self test is not allowed. Ventilator malfunction.

GUI Timeout occurred.

Analysis:
• Ventilator Test Summary SST and EST NEVER RUN and calibration messages indicate that
there is no communication between the BDU and the GUI (EST, SST, and calibration data
did not get uploaded to the GUI). The “GUI timeout occurred” and “Software Property of
Covidien” messages are further evidence that the GUI and BDU are not communicating.
• More than one cause could manifest itself in this way. The following list suggests ways to
pinpoint the cause of the communication problem:
– Check the System Diagnostic and System Information logs for more information. Use
the time stamps to help establish the order in which the codes were generated.
– If you can enter Service Mode, run EST for more information.
– Look at the BD PCB LEDs for more information. For example, if no LEDs are lit, it
suggests that the BD +5V signal is not getting to the BD CPU PCB. This could be caused
by a faulty power supply, AI PCB, or BD CPU PCB.
– Check, and replace if necessary, the Ethernet cable between GUI and BDU. If the cable
has broken wires or connections at the pins, the communication error could result.

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6.12.3 Example 3: POST or Background check errors

Upper screen:
Ventilator Test Summary

Last Run Outcome

SST 15:39 05 OCT 06 PASSED

EST 16:50 05 OCT 06 PASSED

Software Property of
Covidien
(Released/Unformatted)

Lower screen:
Ventilator Startup

Cannot set up patient. Ventilator malfunction.

Short self test is not allowed. Ventilator malfunction.

BD POST failed.

Analysis:
• In this example, the message “BD POST failed” may also appear as “GUI POST failed,”
“BD Background failed,” “GUI Background failed,” or “Timeout/Inop occurred.” Use these
messages as your starting point to determine the cause of the problem.
• Consult the System Diagnostic and System Information Logs to view the associated
diagnostic codes. Use the time stamps to establish the order in which the codes were
generated.
• If you can enter Service Mode, run EST for more information.
• Look at the BD and GUI CPU PCB LEDs to determine POST diagnostic codes (refer to
Table 6-1 for information on how to interpret diagnostic codes, Table 6-2, and Table 6-4
through Table 6-8 for POST diagnostic LED patterns). Replace indicated components based
upon recommended diagnostic code corrective actions.

NOTE:
If the message “BD TUV failed” appears on the upper GUI screen, replace the BD CPU
PCB.

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Alarm Handling

This chapter describes how to respond to ventilator alarms. It also lists, in

alphabetic order, messages displayed by the ventilator when it detects alarm
conditions.

7.1 Alarm classifications

Alarms in the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System are classified by urgency
level; this classification determines how the ventilator responds (Table 7-1). Some
alarms are triggered by a ventilator setting or patient condition, and they can
occur in the usual course of patient care. Others are triggered by the ventilator’s
built-in background checks and may indicate that the ventilator requires service;
some of these are called DEVICE ALERTs. When the ventilator declares a DEVICE
ALERT, it not only displays a message and writes to the alarm log, but it also
places an associated diagnostic code into the System Diagnostic Log.

Table 7-1: How the ventilator responds to alarm conditions

Urgency Meaning Displays Audible alarm Notes

High Requires immediate Red high-urgency ! ! ! Sequence of five If a high-

attention to ensure indicator flashes tones that repeats urgency alarm
patient safety rapidly. Alarm twice, pauses, then goes away
message flashes at top repeats again spontaneously
of upper screen. (autoresets), its
indicator
remains lit (not
flashing) until
you press the
alarm reset key.

Medium Requires prompt Yellow medium- Repeating sequence

attention urgency ! ! indicator of three tones
flashes slowly. Alarm
message flashes at top
of upper screen.

Low There has been a Yellow low-urgency ! One tone, non-

change in the indicator lights. Alarm repeating
patient-ventilator message flashes at top
system of upper screen.
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7.2 Responding to alarms

1. Silence the audible alarm for 2 minutes (where possible) by pressing the alarm silence
key.
2. Read the alarm message from the top screen (Figure 7-1).
The analysis message gives the root
The base message identifies the
cause of the alarm. May also include
alarm. Touch alarm symbol to
dependent alarms that have risen
view definition on lower
due to the initial alarm.

The two highest-

} priority active
alarm messages are
displayed here.

The remedy message suggests

The remedy message
how to resolve the arum
condition. suggests how to
resolve the alarm
condition.

Touch flashing more alarms

button to view messages for up
to six additional active alarms

Figure 7-1. Alarm message format

3. Correct the condition, if necessary, referring to Table 7-2. You can check the alarm log
(Figure 7-2). You may want to check the contents of the System Diagnostic Log
(accessible through the service menu, Chapter 4) for related diagnostic codes. The
troubleshooting procedures listed are sequenced to correct the most probable
malfunction or to present the most efficient corrective action first. The proposed fixes
listed, however, may not always correct the particular problem.

NOTE:
• You can change alarm settings even when alarms are active.
• Completing a new patient setup or running EST clears the alarm log.
• When more than one alarm is active and their alarm messages vary in their
degree of seriousness, you should assume that the most serious message is
applicable.

4. If necessary, clear the message or reset the alarm by pressing the alarm reset key.
For specifics about alarm operation, see the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System
Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual.

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Touch symbols to see Touch scroll bar,

Alarm log button
definition at bottom then turn knob to
(indicates that log
of lower screen scroll through log
includes unread entries)
Question mark appear on button
if log includes event that has not
been viewed yet

Figure 7-2. Alarm log

"Lockable" alarms include all PATIENT DATA and CIRCUIT DISCONNECT alarms and can be
silenced for two minutes by pressing the alarm silence key. A new, high-urgency alarm cancels
the silence. Each time you press the alarm silence key, the silence period resets to two
minutes. Each time you press the alarm silence key (whether or not there is an active alarm),
the keypress is recorded in the alarm log.

Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

AC POWER Operating on Power switch is on, and AC is 1. Check integrity of AC

LOSS battery. not available, so ventilator is power source.
operating on BPS. (BPS 2. Replace power supply.
operating indicator is on and
power indicator is off.) Resets
when AC power is restored.

Operational Prepare for Two minutes of battery power

time power loss. remain.
< 2 minutes.

APNEA The set apnea interval has Check patient and settings.
(lockable) elapsed without the ventilator,
patient, or operator triggering
a breath. Resets when patient
initiates 2 consecutive breaths.

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

CIRCUIT No Check patient/ Ventilator has recovered from 1. Check patient circuit con-
DISCONNECT ventilation. ventilator unintended power loss, nections.
(lockable) status. detects circuit disconnect, and 2. Run EST.
switches to idle mode; upper
screen displays elapsed time
without ventilator support.
Resets when ventilator senses
reconnection.

Check patient. Ventilator detects circuit 1. Check patient circuit con-

Reconnect disconnect and switches to idle nections.
circuit. mode; upper screen displays 2. Run EST.
elapsed time without
ventilator support. Resets
when ventilator senses
reconnection.

COMPLIANCE Compliance volume required 1. Check patient circuit con-

LIMITED VT to compensate delivery of a nections.
(lockable) volume controlled breath 2. Run SST.
exceeds the maximum allowed
for 3 of the last 4 breaths.

COMPRESSOR Compressor is not operating 1. Check integrity of AC

INOPERATIVE due to low AC. Resets when power source.
full AC is restored. 2. Check mains circuit
breaker.
3. Run EST.

DEVICE ALERT A background check or POST Check System Diagnostic Log

has detected a problem. Resets for any associated error
when ventilator passes EST or codes. Rerun POST/EST.
POST.

1O2% The O2% measured during any Calibrate oxygen sensor.

phase of a breath cycle is 7%
(12% during the first hour of
operation) or more above the
O2% setting for at least 30 s.
(These percentages increase by
5% for 4 minutes following a
decrease in the O2% setting.)
Alarm updated at 1-s intervals.

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

1PCOMP 1PPEAK Check for Target pressure 1. Check for leaks.

(lockable) detected but leaks, tube  (1PPEAK - 5 cmH2O) 2. Check for correct tube
not 1PCOMP type/I.D. type and I.D. settings.
setting

Last spont
breath set
1PPEAK limit
Last 3 spont
breaths set
1PPEAK limit
Last 4 or
more spont
breaths set
1PPEAK limit
3VTE SPONT Check patient Exhaled spontaneous tidal
& settings volume  set limit

3VE TOT Check patient Total minute volume  set limit

& settings

1fTOT Check patient Total respiratory rate  set

& settings limit.

1PMEAN Measured airway pressure 1. Run SST.

(lockable)  set limit. Ventilator truncates 2. Run EST.
current breath unless already
in exhalation.

1PPEAK Check patient, 1PPEAK detected and NOT

(lockable) circuit, & ET 1PCOMP.
tube.

1PVENT Inspiratory pressure 1. Run SST.

(lockable) > 100 cmH2O and mandatory 2. Run EST.
type = VC. Ventilator truncates
current breath unless already
in exhalation.

1VTE Exhaled tidal volume  set 1. Run SST.

(lockable) limit. Alarm updated 2. Run EST.
whenever exhaled tidal
volume is recalculated.

1VE TOT Expiratory minute volume 1. Run SST.

(lockable)  set limit. Alarm updated 2. Run EST.
whenever an exhaled minute
volume is recalculated.

1VTI MAND Delivered inspiratory volume Check patient and settings.

(lockable)  high inspiratory volume limit
(breath type = VC+)

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

1VTI SPONT Delivered inspiratory volume 1. For TC: Check for leaks,
(lockable)  high inspiratory volume limit tube type/I.D. setting.
(breath type = TC or VS) 2. For VS: Check patient and
settings.

1fTOT Total respiratory rate  set 1. Run SST.

(lockable) limit. Alarm updated at the 2. Run EST.
beginning of each inspiration.
Reset when measured
respiratory rate falls below the
alarm limit.

INOPERATIVE BPS installed but not Run EST.

BATTERY functioning. Resets when BPS
is functional.

INSPIRATION Inspiratory time for 1. Run SST.

TOO LONG spontaneous breath  IBW- 2. Run EST.
(lockable) based limit. Ventilator
transitions to exhalation.
Resets when TI falls below
IBW-based limit.

LOSS OF Power switch is on, but there is Turn power switch off to
POWER insufficient AC and BPS power. reset alarm. Restore AC
There may not be a visual power.
indicator for this alarm, but an
independent audio alarm
sounds for at least 120 s.

LOW AC Ventilator Power Mains (AC) power has dropped 1. Check integrity of AC
POWER currently not interrupt below 80% of nominal for 1 s. power source.
affected. possible. Ventilator continues operation 2. If ventilator software was
as close to settings as possible. recently downloaded or if
Resets when there is no low AC ventilator was moved
power signal for 1 s. between locations with
different voltages, check
Service Mode Setup con-
NOTE: figuration.
Compressor operation 3. Check connections of AC
may be disrupted power distribution com-
during low AC events. ponents.

LOW BATTERY Operational Replace or Resets when BPS has more 1. Check integrity of AC
time < 2 allow than approximately 2 min of power source.
minutes. recharge. operational time remaining. 2. Check connections of AC
power distribution com-
ponents.

LOW INSP Inspiratory target pressure 1. Check patient.

PRESSURE  (PEEP + 5 cmH2O) when 2. Check target volume.
(lockable) mandatory type is VC+

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

3O2% Measured Check patient, The O2% measured during any 1. Calibrate oxygen sensor.
O2% < set gas sources, phase of a breath cycle is 7% 2. Run EST.
O2%. O2 analyzer & (12% during the first hour of 3. Replace oxygen sensor.
ventilator. operation) or more below the 4. Inspect oxygen PSOL
O2% setting for at least 30 s, (PSOL1).
or below 18%. (These
percentages increase by 5%
for 4 minutes following an
increase in the O2% setting.)
Alarm updated at 1-s intervals.

3VTE MAND 2 of last Check for Exhaled mandatory tidal Run SST.
(lockable) 4 mand. leaks, changes volume  set limit. Alarm
breaths  set in patient‘s updated whenever exhaled
limit. RSTAT & CSTAT. mandatory tidal volume is
recalculated.
3 of last Check for
4 mand. leaks, changes
breaths  set in patient‘s
limit. RSTAT & CSTAT.

4 of last Check for

4 mand. leaks, changes
breaths  set in patient‘s
limit. RSTAT & CSTAT.

3VTE SPONT Exhaled spontaneous tidal Run SST.

(lockable) volume  set limit. Alarm
updated whenever exhaled
spontaneous tidal volume is
recalculated.

3V E TOT VE TOT  set Check patient Total minute volume  set Run SST.
(lockable) limit for & settings. limit. Alarm updated
 20s. whenever exhaled minute
volume is recalculated.
VE TOT  set Check patient
limit for & settings.
> 20s.

VE TOT  set Check patient

limit for & settings.
> 40s.

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

NO AIR SUPPLY Ventilation Check air Ventilator delivers 100% 1. Check air inlet filter.
continues as source. oxygen. Resets if air supply 2. Check pressure switch
set. Only O2 connected. connections.
available. 3. Run EST.

Compressor Check air Ventilator delivers 100% 1. Check air inlet filter.
inoperative. source. oxygen. Resets if air supply 2. Check pressure switch
Ventilation connected. connections.
continues as 3. Run EST.
set. Only O2
available.

Ventilation Check patient Ventilator delivers 100% 1. Check air inlet filter.
continues as & air source. oxygen instead of set O2%. 2. Check pressure switch
set except Resets if air supply connected. connections.
O2% = 100 3. Run EST.

Compressor Check patient Ventilator delivers 100% 1. Check air inlet filter.
inoperative. & air source. oxygen instead of set O2%. 2. Check pressure switch
Ventilation Resets if air supply connected. connections.
continues as 3. Run EST.
set, except
O2% = 100.

No Provide Safety valve open indicator 1. Check inlet filters.

ventilation. alternate lights. Upper screen displays 2. Check pressure switch
Safety Valve ventilation. elapsed time without connections.
Open. Check both ventilator support. Resets if air 3. Run EST.
gas sources. and oxygen supplies are
connected.

NO O2 SUPPLY Ventilation Check patient Resets if oxygen supply 1. Check oxygen inlet filter.
continues as and O2 connected. 2. Check pressure switch
set. Only air source. connections.
available. 3. Run EST.

Ventilation Check patient Ventilator delivers 21% 1. Check oxygen inlet filter.
continues as & O2 source oxygen instead of set O2%. 2. Check pressure switch
set, except Resets if oxygen supply connections.
O2% = 21. connected. 3. Run EST.

No Provide Safety valve open indicator 1. Check inlet filters.

ventilation. alternate lights. Upper screen displays 2. Check pressure switch
Safety Valve ventilation. elapsed time without connections.
Open. Check both ventilator support. Resets if air 3. Run EST.
gas sources. and oxygen supplies are
connected.

O2 SENSOR O2 sensor out Oxygen sensor requires 1. Calibrate O2 sensor.

of calibration/ calibration or replacement. 2. Replace and calibrate O2
failure. Press Ventilation is unaffected. User sensor.
100% O2 CAL may also disable FIO2 monitor. 3. Disable O2 sensor.
or INCREASE
O2 2 min key,
replace, or
disable.

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Table 7-2: Alarm messages

Analysis Remedy
Base message Description Corrective action
message message

PROCEDURE Patient Provide Ventilator begins safety Complete patient setup.

ERROR connected alternate ventilation. Resets when
before setup ventilation. ventilator startup procedure is
complete. Complete complete.
setup process.

SCREEN BLOCK Possible Remove Possible blocked beam (GUI) or 1. Remove obstruction.
blocked obstruction or touch screen fault. 2. Service ventilator.
beam or service
touch screen ventilator.
block.

SEVERE Little/no Check patient. Ventilator enters occlusion Run EST.

OCCLUSION ventilation. Provide status cycling (OSC) and upper
alternate screen displays elapsed time
ventilation. without ventilator support.
Clear
occlusions;
drain circuit.

VOLUME NOT Last 2 mand Check patient Ventilator cannot deliver Check patient and settings.
DELIVERED breaths, and setting target volume.
(This alarm pressure for
applies to VC+ > max 2PPEAK.
and VS allowable
breaths.) level

Last 10 or
more mand
breaths,
pressure
> max
allowable
level

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Service and Repair

8.1 How to use this chapter

This chapter describes how to repair the major ventilator subassemblies and their
components. These repair procedures include removal, installation, and
adjustment, as applicable. This chapter does not provide complete breakdowns of
all assemblies and complete disassembly information. Repair procedures are
provided mostly for major components. For a complete illustrated parts
breakdown (IPB), refer to Chapter 9. Do not rely exclusively on Chapter 9 for
removal and installation of parts.

8.2 General repair safety

Warning
Lock cart in place by locking casters prior to servicing any part of the
ventilator.

• When servicing the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System, be sure to

familiarize yourself with, and adhere to all posted and stated safety warning
and caution labels on the ventilator and its components, and on any service
equipment and materials used. Failure to adhere to such warnings and
cautions at all times may result in injury or property damage.
• To prevent patient injury, do not use a ventilator if it requires repair.
• To prevent personal injury or death, do not attempt any ventilator service
while a patient, or other person, is connected to the ventilator.
• Use personal protective equipment whenever exposure to toxic fumes, vapor,
dust particles, blood pathogens, and other transmittable diseases and
hazardous material can be expected. If in doubt, consult an environmental
health and safety specialist or an industrial hygienist before servicing the
ventilator.
• To prevent electrical shock hazard and possible personal injury, always
disconnect electrical power sources before servicing the ventilator. Follow
accepted safety practices for electrical equipment when testing or making
equipment, adjustment, or repairs.
• To prevent possible personal injury, always disconnect air and oxygen sources
from the ventilator before service.
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• To prevent possible personal injury, never attempt to push or pull a ventilator that is
installed on a cart, while the brakes are set on the casters.
• To prevent possible personal injury and equipment damage, make sure the brakes on the
casters are set to prevent inadvertent movement of the ventilator during service.
• To prevent possible personal injury and equipment damage, have someone assist you
when lifting the ventilator or any of its major components.
• Chemicals from a broken LCD panel are toxic when ingested. Use caution when handling
a GUI with a broken display panel.
• Replacing some ventilator parts requires the use of leak detector fluid to ensure a good
gas seal. Use extreme caution when using leak detector in the vicinity of electronics.
Thoroughly dry all components following use of leak detector.

8.3 General repair guidelines

Follow these general guidelines when servicing the ventilator.
• To prevent damage to electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive components, always follow
ESD guidelines when servicing the ventilator. Adhere to ESD control techniques when
repairing ESD sensitive components.
• Damage to components may occur due to overtightening of screws. Care should be taken
during reassembly not to overtighten screws where instructed.
• Use only recommended tools, test equipment, and service materials when servicing the
ventilator (Chapter 1).
• As you repair the ventilator, perform any applicable cleaning and inspection procedures
listed below.
• Visually inspect any removed ventilator parts, including those removed to gain access to a
suspected faulty part. Inspect the exposed area behind the removed parts as well. Clean
removed parts to facilitate further inspection as necessary.
• Investigate and determine the cause of any detected abnormality. Repair the unit or
contact Covidien Technical Support for help in diagnosing unresolved symptoms.
• Replace or repair all parts that are worn, missing, damaged, cracked, corroded, burnt,
warped, bent, disfigured, or broken. Consult Chapter 9 for parts availability.
• Leak-test pneumatic parts where indicated, following procedures in Section 8.7.
• Covidien recommends that customers or technical services personnel follow local
governing ordinances and recycling instructions regarding disposal or recycling of battery
or other device components.
• The repair sections assume the patient system, flex arm, oxygen, and humidifier are
already removed from the ventilator.

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8.4 Repair-related cleaning

The following cleaning guidelines pertain to parts that require cleaning while servicing the
ventilator. For procedures on periodic cleaning and sterilization of the ventilator and
accessories, refer to the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and
Technical Reference Manual. For periodic cleaning and inspection procedures that are
required during a ventilator's performance verification, refer to Chapter 5 in this manual.
Replace all parts that cannot be cleaned.
• Clean ventilator exterior surfaces before disassembly. Table 1-10 in Chapter 1 of this
manual lists acceptable cleaning and disinfecting agents. Use a clean, lint-free cotton
cloth. Allow cleaned ventilator parts and surfaces to air-dry.
• Vacuum ventilator interior using ESD safe equipment. Do not clean the ventilator interior
or exterior surface with high-pressure air.
• Clean or polish electrical contacts with a very fine abrasive paper or with a special tool
designed for such purposes. Do not bend contacts.

8.5 Electrical cables and pneumatic tubing

• To ensure proper reassembly, note or label wire and tube positions before disconnecting
parts.
• To avoid shredding a silicone tube when removing from a fitting, gently pull the tube
while turning. Do not attempt to remove silicone tubing from barbed fittings in
inspiratory module. Removal of tubing from non-barbed fittings only is permissible.
• Make sure all tubes, and harnesses or cables, are installed using tie wraps, as specified.
Make sure wiring does not interfere with, and cannot be damaged by, hinged or moving
ventilator parts.

8.6 Adhesive use

• For lubricants and resin-based adhesives, always verify the shelf-life expiration date has
not passed.
• When installing a part to be attached with adhesive, first remove the adhesive residue
using a suitable scraping tool that won't scratch the ventilator surface. Clean scraped
surfaces thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol. Be sure the application area is free of dust and
grease; then apply pressure, ensuring adhesive contact and bonding. Eliminate any
trapped air bubbles.
• Be careful when using any cleaners and solvents, as these may cause personal injury or
damage to ventilator surfaces. Use in a well-ventilated area.
• Replace any damaged warning and caution labels using the removal and installation
techniques described above.

Warning
The failure to replace damaged warning, caution, and identification labels may result
in personal injury or equipment/property damage.

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8.7 Leak testing

Caution
Replacing some ventilator components requires the use of leak detector fluid to ensure
a good gas seal. Use extreme caution when using leak detector in the vicinity of
electronics. Thoroughly dry all components following use of leak detector.

1. Connect compressed gas sources to ventilator.

2. Using small brush, apply leak detector fluid (P/N 4-004489-00) to pneumatic connections.
3. If a connection leaks, repair and retest module.
4. Dry all leak detector fluid from chassis.

8.8 Electrostatic discharge control

It is important to follow ESD control procedures whenever the ventilator is repaired.
Electrostatic discharge can permanently damage ESD sensitive microelectronic components or
assemblies when they are handled, and even when no direct contact is made with the
component or assembly. ESD damage may not be immediately detectable; however, ESD
damage will show up at a later time. It can manifest as a premature catastrophic failure of a
component or assembly, or as an intermittent failure, all of which can be difficult and costly
to locate.

8.8.1 ESD procedures and precautions

Follow these procedures and precautions to prevent ESD damage to the ESD-sensitive
microelectronic components and assemblies in the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System.
• Use a personnel-grounding system. Before opening the ventilator lid or removing its
enclosure panels, ensure that a personnel grounding system such as P/N 4-018049-00
(wrist strap, static-dissipate mat, and ground cord) is worn correctly and is properly
connected to a reliable ground.
• Follow correct procedures when using an antistatic mat. Place tools, test equipment, and
the ESD sensitive device on the mat before starting repairs. Conduct all work on the mat.
Never place nonconducting items, i.e. foam cups, on the mat.
• Handle ESD sensitive components properly. Do not handle ESD sensitive component
connection points, connector pins, leads, or terminals.
• Keep nonconducting materials away from the work area. Static charges from
nonconducting material, (i.e. plastic containers, foam cups, synthetic clothing, cellophane
tape, etc.) cannot be removed by grounding. These items must be kept away from the
work area when handling ESD sensitive devices.
• Follow correct procedures for use of static-shielding bags. Store and transport all ESD
sensitive devices in static-shielding bags at all times, except when being worked on. Never
place more than one ESD sensitive device in a static-shielding bag. Never place static-
generating nonconducting material inside a static-shielding bag with an ESD sensitive
device. Place any faulty ESD-sensitive device in a static-shielding bag immediately after
removal, to prevent additional damage. Close the bag to ensure that the shield is
effective.

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8.9 Replacement part ordering

Ordering correct parts requires that you properly identify the ventilator version and part. To
replace a part that is not stocked or that is unavailable, order the next higher assembly.
Retain the part to be replaced until the replacement part is obtained, and compare the two
for compatibility, if possible.

8.10 Testing, calibration, and other post-service procedures

After you complete the ventilator repair, do the following before placing the ventilator on a
patient:
• Visually verify that all pneumatic and electrical parts are properly connected and that all
parts are properly installed. Then, with a light tug, verify that connections are secure and
that parts are securely attached. Listen for any uncharacteristic sounds (pneumatic
leaking, vibrations, grinding, squeaking, or others).
• Perform the additional service, testing, and calibration activities listed in Table 8-1. The
numbers in the columns indicate the sequence in which to perform these activities.
• Keep a maintenance log of all repairs. Make sure service records and other
documentation are completed.

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Table 8-1: Testing and calibration requirements

verification testing (PVT)

Extended self test (EST)
transducer calibration
Atmospheric pressure
Test or calibration

Oxygen sensor (OS)

Ventilator warm-up

Short self test (SST)

Compact flash test

Expiratory valve

Vent inop test

Performance
Flow sensor
calibration

calibration

calibration
Download
Software
cycle1
Type of service

Ventilator installation 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 92

Software download 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 -- --3

Data key update/option -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 24 -- 15 --

installation without software
download

10,000-hour preventive 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 9
maintenance (ventilator or
compressor)

Oxygen sensor 1 -- -- -- -- 3 -- 4 2 -- --

PSOL1, PSOL2, flow sensors, 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- 9

expiratory valve, safety valve,
SOL1, SOL2, AI PCB, inspiratory
electronics PCB, exhalation
transducer PCB, regulators,
power supply, alarms,
motherboard, all blindmate
cables, BDU and GUI LED PCBs,
touchframe PCB, LCD panels

Compressor 15,000 hour -- -- -- -- -- 1 -- -- -- -- 26

preventative maintenance

Compressor, compressor PCB, -- -- -- -- -- 1 -- -- -- 25 --

keyboard assembly, VGA LCD
controller PCB, backlight
inverter PCB, BPS PCB, battery
pack, GUI cable, compact flash

BD CPU PCB or GUI CPU PCB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 -- 10

replacement

6 month ventilator check 1 -- -- -- -- 2 -- -- -- -- --

Yearly ventilator check 1 -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -- --

1. Warm-up must be done in the service mode.

2. Perform the electrical safety test only.
3. Performance verification testing (PVT) is not required for simple software updates, provided all of the following conditions exist:
The ventilator passes the Extended Self Test before the software is updated.
The reason for service is software update or software option installation only.
There are no events or entries in the ventilator’s diagnostic logs that indicate a need for hardware repair.
No functional hardware repairs are conducted or required during the software update service call.
Unless the ventilator meets all of these requirements, PVT must be performed following the repair.
4. NeoMode only.
5. Perform Compact Flash Test if Trending software option is installed or compact flash component replaced.
6. Perform EST and electrical safety testing only.

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8.11 Patient system and accessories

To service the patient system and accessories, consult the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual or applicable accessory
manuals.

Warning
Connectors and tubes with the proprietary Bennett barbed cuff fittings are intended
for use only with like fittings. They are not interchangeable with ISO-standard cone
and socket fittings. A leak-tight connection cannot be ensured if these two fitting
types are combined. Adapters may be used to connect Bennett barbed cuff fittings to
ISO-standard cone and socket fittings.

8.12 Graphic user interface (GUI)

Caution
Chemicals from a broken LCD panel are toxic when ingested. Use caution when
handling a GUI with a broken display panel.

There are two configurations of the GUI in the field: the older 9.4-inch GUI and the newer
10.4-inch GUI. Both GUI configurations have color LCD screens. Additionally, a Trending-
enabled (TE) GUI CPU PCB may be installed in either the 9.4-inch or 10.4-inch GUI. This PCB
contains an additional compact flash memory device used by the Puritan Bennett
840 Ventilator System Trending software option. The table below lists the major differences
between the versions.

Table 8-2: Differences between GUIs

Original 9.4-inch GUI

(includes GUIs with
9.4-inch GUI with 10.4-inch GUI with 10.4-inch GUI with
Feature non-TE CPU PCBs
TE GUI CPU PCB non-TE GUI CPU PCB TE GUI CPU PCB
4-073200-SP and
4-075727-SP)

Screen size 9.4 inch 9.4 inch 10.4 inch 10.4 inch

Communication Single null port Single null port Single null port and Single null port and
Ports two serial ports two serial ports

GUI Status LEDs No No Yes Yes

visible

Configurable No No Yes Yes

keyboard

Minimum software No Yes; S/W revision V Yes; H or higher Yes; S/W revision V
level required or higher (US only or or higher (US only or
equivalent) equivalent)

EST changes No No Yes, port test Same as 10.4-inch

GUI

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Table 8-2: Differences between GUIs

Original 9.4-inch GUI

(includes GUIs with
9.4-inch GUI with 10.4-inch GUI with 10.4-inch GUI with
Feature non-TE CPU PCBs
TE GUI CPU PCB non-TE GUI CPU PCB TE GUI CPU PCB
4-073200-SP and
4-075727-SP)

Print Screen Yes; S/W revision H Yes Yes; S/W revision H Yes
function (US only or (US only or
equivalent) and equivalent) and
higher higher

Allows trending No Yes No Yes

capability when
Trending software
option is installed

NOTE:
Externally, there are no differences between the 10.4-inch GUI with or without the
TE CPU PCB, or the 9.4-inch GUI with or without the TE CPU PCB. Internally, the
GUI CPU PCBs differ in hardware components. Where applicable, the service
instructions make the distinction between the 10.4-inch GUI with Non-TE CPU PCB
and 10.4-inch GUI with TE GUI CPU PCB; or 9.4-inch GUI with Non-TE CPU PCB and the
9.4-inch GUI with TE GUI CPU PCB. In all other cases involving the GUI, the service
instructions for the respective 9.4-inch or 10.4-inch GUIs with TE CPU PCBs can be used
interchangeably with those for GUIs with Non-TE CPU PCBs.

The GUI, shown in Figure 8-1, is a detachable module that can be mounted on the optional
cart or shelf. When the ventilator is mounted on a shelf, an optional cable allows you to place
the GUI up to 10 ft from the BDU.

Touch screen
interface

Rotary
encoder
knob

Keyboard

Figure 8-1. GUI

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Table 8-3 shows the GUI parts that can be replaced with the GUI mounted or detached from
the cart. Any other GUI parts must be replaced with the GUI detached and the rear housing
removed.

Table 8-3: GUI part replacement chart

GUI replacement part

(applies to all GUI configurations GUI mounted GUI detached
except where noted)

Bezel and gasket (9.4-inch only) X

Window and gasket (9.4-inch only) X

GUI (Ethernet) cable X

Keyboard assembly X

Rotor housing assembly X

The service and repair procedures that follow are organized into procedures for the 10.4-inch
GUI and 10.4-inch GUI with TE CPU PCB (where applicable), followed by procedures for the
9.4-inch GUI and 9.4-inch GUI with TE GUI CPU PCB (where applicable).

Figure 8-2. 10.4-inch GUI front and back

8.13 Repairing the 10.4-inch GUI

8.13.1 Removing or installing the 10.4-inch GUI when mounted on RTA cart
1. Disconnect GUI interface cable from side of BDU (Figure 8-3).
2. If GUI is mounted to optional RTA cart, detach cable from cable guide at rear of cart.
3. Remove GUI from its mount:
a. Grasp handle at back of GUI.
b. Push GUI release knob to right to disengage rotor housing from mounting platform.
c. While holding knob to right, lift module up and away from mounting platform.
d. Release knob and it will snap back to left, locked position.

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4. Place GUI face down on flat ESD-protected work surface.

5. To install GUI, position it over GUI mount. Push GUI release knob to right to disengage
rotor housing from mounting platform; then push knob to left to engage housing.
6. Connect GUI cable to the side of BDU by placing the cable connector over the alignment
posts and D-sub connector on the BDU. Firmly press the cable connector in place and
tighten the jackscrews using a medium (1/4-inch) blade slotted screwdriver (smaller
screwdrivers may not be adequate to tighten the connector). Firmly press the cable
connector again onto the alignment posts and D-sub connector, and re-tighten the
jackscrews until snug.
mounting
Mountingbracket Cable
cable
Mounting guide
guide
bracket
bracket
Cable
guide

GUI interface
GUI GUI release knob
cable
interface
cable GUI
interface
connection

Figure 8-3. 10.4-inch GUI mounting platform

8.13.2 Removing or installing the 10.4-inch GUI when mounted on

Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart or
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

Warning
Lock cart in place by locking casters prior to servicing any part of the ventilator.

If GUI is mounted on optional Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart
or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect GUI interface cable from side of BDU (Figure 8-3)
2. Detach cable from p-clip on underside of cart handle (Figure 8-4).

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p-clip

Figure 8-4. P-clip and GUI cable installed on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

3. Remove GUI from its mount:

a. Grasp handle at back of GUI.
b. Push GUI release knob to right to disengage rotor housing from mounting platform.
c. While holding knob to right, lift module up and away from mounting platform.
d. Release knob and it will snap back to left, locked position.
4. Place GUI face down on flat ESD-protected work surface.
5. To install GUI, position it over GUI mount. Push GUI release knob to right to seat rotor
housing onto the mounting platform; then push knob to left to engage the housing.
6. Route the GUI cable through the opening in the cart handle as shown in Figure 8-4 and
connect it to the side of the BDU by placing the cable connector over the alignment posts
and D-sub connector on the BDU. Firmly press the cable connector in place and tighten
the jackscrews using a medium (1/4-inch) blade slotted screwdriver (smaller screwdrivers
may not be adequate to tighten the connector). Firmly press the cable connector again
onto the alignment posts and D-sub connector, and re-tighten the jackscrews until snug.

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7. Facing the front of the ventilator, turn GUI clockwise as far as it will go; this pulls the GUI
cable as far as possible from its BDU connection and allows GUI the full range of motion
once connected to the BDU.
8. Remove p-clip from underside of handle (at back of ventilator) (Figure 8-4) and clamp
the cable into position, ensuring adequate strain relief by rotating GUI slightly counter-
clockwise so that the p-clip can be installed. The measurement from GUI handle to the p-
clip is approximately 15.5 inches.

NOTE:
Do not use existing shrink tubing on cable, if present, as a reference. Tubing is used
specifically for placing the GUI cable in the strain relief on the RTA cart.

8.13.3 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the outer handle. (Refer to
Figure 8-5.)
2. Remove the top handle and set aside.
3. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, unscrew the captive screws securing the GUI cable.
Gently remove the GUI cable and set it aside.

Figure 8-5. Removing and replacing 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly

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8.13.4 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI cable assembly

1. Align the GUI PCB cable end with the connector on the rear of the GUI. Press firmly into
place and tighten the captive screws with a small straight blade screwdriver.

Caution
Use care not to overtighten captive screws.

2. Align the tabs on the top handle into the slots in the bottom handle. Press handle into
place.
3. Insert screw and gently tighten until snug.

8.13.5 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI rear housing

1. Remove the two Phillips screws that secure the bottom handle to the rear housing
(Figure 8-5.)
2. Remove the lower handle and set aside with the two screws.
3. Remove the remaining 12 screws that secure the rear panel to the GUI and set them
aside (Figure 8-6).
4. Gently separate the rear panel from the front housing and set aside. If necessary, a small
flat-bladed screwdriver may be used to separate the GUI rear panel from the front.

Caution
If you use a small flat-blade screwdriver to separate the rear and front housings, take
care not to damage the GUI front and rear panels.

Figure 8-6. Removing 10.4-inch GUI rear housing

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8.13.6 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI rear housing

1. Follow the instructions for removing the handle, cable, and rear housing from the GUI.
2. Remove the rear panel warning label from the old rear housing by gently peeling it from
the housing to expose the serial number tag.
3. Carefully peel the serial number tag from the housing and set aside.
4. Install the new GUI rear housing.
5. Position the old serial number tag on the rear housing and apply a new rear panel
warning label over it.
The serial number should be visible through the clear window in the label.
Warning label

Serial number tag

8-01324

Figure 8-7. 10.4-inch GUI rear warning label and serial number tag

8.13.7 Removing the 10.4-inch CPU EMI shield

1. Using a Phillips screw driver, remove the 11 screws that secure the CPU EMI shield to the
LCD/GUI bracket (Figure 8-8).

NOTE:
• Remove only those screws that go through the shield and not those located in
a cutout.
• On GUIs manufactured after June 2007, a grounding strap connecting the GUI
keyboard assembly to the EMI shield is present. Ensure that this strap is
fastened to the EMI shield as shown in Figure 8-8 upon reassembly.

2. Lift the shield from the bottom and tilt up.

3. Gently remove the shield from the GUI assembly and set aside.

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EMI shield

GUI LED
cable

RS-232
Keyboard
grounding strap

Keyboard
PCB cable
GUI LED
PCB
Touchframe
PCB cable

Figure 8-8. Removing the 10.4-inch EMI shield

Caution
When reassembling the EMI shield, do not apply excessive force to the shield in the
vicinity of the CPU that may permanently deform the thermal pad on the TE GUI CPU
PCB. Permanent deformation could reduce or eliminate the thermal pad contact area
between the CPU heatsink and the EMI shield, causing increased CPU operating
temperatures.

8.13.8 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCBs13

1. Remove the rear housing panel (Section 8.13.6).
2. Remove the GUI protective shield (Section 8.13.7).
3. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two nylon screws and washers securing
each of the two backlight inverter PCBs to the GUI CPU.

Caution
To maintain an isolated ground system, ensure the nylon washer is placed between the
inverter PCB and the standoff on the GUI CPU PCB when mounting the backlight
inverter PCBs on the GUI CPU PCB.

4. For each of the backlight inverter PCBs, disconnect the harness that connects the LCD to
the backlight inverter and the cable from the backlight inverter to the GUI CPU PCB
(Figure 8-9).
5. Remove each of the PCBs and place into a conductive bag.

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backlight inverter/
CPU harness

LCD/backlight Backlight
driver harness driver PCB
(one of two)

Standoffs (2)

Figure 8-9. Removal of a 10.4-inch backlight inverter PCB

8.13.9 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCB

1. Disconnect the following cables from the CPU PCB (Figure 8-8):
• keyboard PCB cable (J20)
• touchframe PCB cable (J19)
• alarm speaker cable (J7)
• GUI LED PCB cable (J3)
2. Using a 3/16" nut driver, remove the four female screw-lock screws that secure the RS-
232 shield (Figure 8-10).
3. Remove RS-232 shield and set aside. For the 10.4-inch GUI with Non-TE CPU PCB only,
gently remove the RS-232 flex circuit cable and set aside. The TE GUI CPU PCB does not
use the RS-232 flex circuit cable.

Caution
Handle the flex circuit cable with extreme care to prevent damage to the flex circuit
connectors.

NOTE:
If you are replacing a 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCB with a TE GUI CPU PCB, properly dispose
of the old RS-232 shield, four female screw-lock screws, and flex circuit; otherwise
retain for reassembly.

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10.4-inch GUI (Non-TE) 10.4-inch GUI (TE)

RS-232 shield

EMI gaskets (3)

Screw-lock screws

Socket savers

Spacers

RS-232 flex circuit

Screw-lock screws
and washers

Figure 8-10. RS-232 shield and components

4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 10 screws securing the PCB to the GUI bracket.
5. Gently tilt the GUI CPU PCB to the right and disconnect the LCD panel flex cables (2) from
the board (J2, J11).
6. Remove the GUI CPU PCB and place into a conductive bag. Set the PCB aside.

NOTE:
If installing a new 10.4-inch Non-TE CPU PCB or TE GUI CPU PCB, ensure the touch
panel jumpers are set to the 10.4-inch touchframe style, “MKG TOUCH”
(B-C position), as shown in Figure 8-11. The five jumpers are located at the lower left
corner of the PCB.

B
Jumpers
C

Figure 8-11. GUI CPU PCB touch panel jumpers configured for “MKG TOUCH”

8.13.10 Replacing the 10.4-inch Non-TE GUI CPU PCB with the TE GUI CPU PCB
The 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCB is replaced by the TE GUI CPU PCB for use with the
Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System Trending software option. Hardware differences
between this PCB assembly and previous 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCBs assembly include:
• the addition of spacers and socket savers to the RS-232 connectors (J23 and J24)
• a new RS-232 shield with added EMI gaskets
• longer female screw-lock screws and lock washers
• addition of a thermally conductive pad to the CPU heatsink
• compact flash memory required for the Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System Trending
software option

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NOTE:
You will need to re-use the backlight inverter PCBs, including nylon washers and
screws, from the old 10.4-inch GUI PCB (removed in Section 8.13.8).

To replace an older 10.4-inch GUI CPU PCB (Non-TE) with a TE GUI CPU PCB:
1. Ensure that the touch panel jumpers are configured for MKG Touch as shown in Figure 8-
11.
2. Place the TE GUI CPU PCB onto the CPU bracket, aligning holes in the PCB with standoffs
on the CPU bracket.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, fasten the TE GUI CPU PCB with the ten screws removed in
Section 8.13.9.
4. Place the four spacers over the standoffs that protrude through the two RS-232
connectors (J23 and J24) as shown in Figure 8-12, making sure that the counterbore-end
of the spacer is located over the standoff.
5. Push one socket saver onto each of the RS-232 connectors (J23 and J24) as shown in
Figure 8-12. Retain the four included female screw-lock fasteners and washers for
securing the RS-232 shield in 8.

Socket saver

Spacer

Standoff

RS-232 connector

Figure 8-12. Socket savers and spacers installed onto RS-232 connectors

6. Peel off the paper backing and adhere the EMI gaskets to the RS-232 shield, matching
the lengths of the gaskets with the corresponding surfaces of the shield (Figure 8-13).

3.6 in

2.5 in

3 in

Figure 8-13. RS-232 shield with gaskets installed

7. Route the nurse call connector dust cap through the hole in the RS-232 shield while
installing the shield onto the PCB.

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8. Fasten the RS-232 shield onto the PCB by installing the 4 screw-lock fasteners with lock
washers through the socket savers, spacers, and into the standoffs below. Tighten the
screw-lock fasteners evenly until snug. Do not overtighten.

9. Inspect the conductive thermal pad on the CPU (U45) for damage prior to assembly. If
the pad looks permanently deformed or damaged, replace it with a new one before
assembling. To do this, remove the damaged pad, then peel the adhesive backing from
one side of a new pad and adhere it to the CPU heatsink. Ensure that the pad fits entirely
on the heatsink with minimal overhanging edges (Figure 8-14).
10. Peel the remaining adhesive backing from the thermal pad.

Thermal pad

GUI CPU heatsink

Figure 8-14. Thermal pad adhered to CPU heatsink

Caution
Do not squeeze the thermal pad. When assembled, this pad contacts the EMI shield to
conduct heat away from the CPU’s heatsink. Permanently deforming the pad may
reduce or eliminate contact with the EMI shield which may result in higher CPU
operating temperatures.

11. Connect the cables to the PCB connectors as follows:

• LCD panel flex cables (J2, J11)
• GUI LED PCB cable (J3)
• alarm speaker cable (J7)
• touchframe PCB cable (J19)
• keyboard cable (J20)
12. Install the backlight inverter PCBs by reversing the steps in Section 8.13.8.

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8.13.11 Replacing the 10.4-inch TE GUI CPU PCB with a new

10.4-inch TE GUI CPU PCB
To replace an existing 10.4-inch TE GUI CPU PCB, you will only need the PCB and thermal pad
from the upgrade kit, as the following existing hardware may be retained:
• Four screw-lock screws and washers
• RS-232 shield with gaskets installed
• Two socket savers
• Four RS-232 spacers

NOTE:
You must re-use the two backlight inverter PCBs with nylon screws and washers.

Follow the steps in Section 8.13.9 and steps 1-5 and 7-12 in Section 8.13.10 to remove and
replace the TE GUI CPU PCB.

8.13.12 Replacing the compact flash component (TE GUI CPU PCB only)
To replace the compact flash component:
1. Slide the component out of the socket (J28) towards the edge of the PCB (Figure 8-15).
2. Insert the new component into the socket. The socket is designed so that the component
can be inserted only one way.

Figure 8-15. How to replace the compact flash component

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8.13.13 Replacing the real-time clock

The real-time clock component on the GUI CPU PCB has an internal battery with an expected
life of approximately 10 years.
To replace the real-time clock:
1. Locate the real-time clock at U11 on the GUI CPU PCB (Figure 8-16) and remove it from
its socket using a small, flat-bladed screwdriver or PROM puller.

Real-time clock
pin 1

Figure 8-16. GUI CPU PCB real-time clock

2. Insert the new component, ensuring that pin 1 is properly oriented with the socket.
3. Set the ventilator time and date after replacing the real-time clock.

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8.13.14 10.4-inch GUI support bracket

The GUI support bracket secures the GUI CPU PCB on one side and the LCD panels on the
other. The bracket must be removed to access the LCD panels, the touchframe PCB, and the
inside front of the GUI housing. Refer to Figure 8-17 for parts identification.
The GUI support bracket secures the GUI CPU PCB on one side and the LCD panels on the other. The bracket must be removed to access the LCD panels, the touchframe PCB, and the inside front of the GUI housing. Refer to Figure 8-
17 for parts identification.

LCD
shield

EMI
gaskets Harness from
backlight
inverter to
LCD panel

LCD
mounting
screws
(4 ea.) CPU
shield

Figure 8-17. 10.4-inch LCD panels and LCD shield

8.13.14.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI support bracket

1. Remove the six remaining screws that secure the support bracket to the front housing.
2. Remove the bracket from the GUI housing and place upon a protected work surface with
the LCD panels facing up.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four (4) screws that secure the LCD shield in
place.
4. Set the shield and screws aside.

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8.13.15 10.4-inch LCD panels

Caution
• The LCD panels are easily soiled or damaged. Use caution not to touch the surface of
the LCD panel or the inside of the GUI window as fingerprints will result.
• Do not allow the LCD panels to be exposed to the ambient environment any longer
than necessary as dirt and debris will be deposited on the LCD panels. Should this
occur, use an ESD-protected air source to gently blow away any dust or debris.

8.13.15.1 Removing the 10.4-inch LCD panels

NOTE:
An updated LCD panel was released that requires additional drivers which are found
in US English software revision P or your country’s language equivalent. If you have
US English software revision P or later (or an equivalent version for your country’s
language), you may replace a single LCD panel, as drivers for both new and old LCD
panels are included in these versions. Contact Covidien Technical Support at
1.800.255.6774 to determine the correct software version for languages other than
US English.

1. With the LCD panels exposed, remove the four screws that secure each of the two LCD
panels in place. Set screws aside (Figure 8-17).
2. Gently lift each LCD panel while routing the cables through the panel.

8.13.16 10.4-inch touchframe PCB (MKG Touch)

Caution
The touchframe PCB should not be flexed or bent as damage will occur. Use caution
when handling and avoid touching emitters or receptors mounted on the board.

8.13.16.1 Removing the 10.4-inch touchframe PCB

1. Disconnect the touchframe cable and set aside (Figure 8-18).
2. Using small pliers or thumbnail pressure to remove the eleven (11) plastic rivets that
secure the touchframe PCB to the front housing. Set plastic rivets aside.
3. Remove the touchframe PCB and place into a conductive bag. Set PCB aside.

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GUI LED
PCB

GUI LED
cable

GUI
Touchframe
alarm
PCB

Touchframe
cable Keyboard
cable

Figure 8-18. 10.4-inch GUI touchframe PCB and GUI LED PCB locations

8.13.17 Replacing the 10.4-inch touchframe PCB

1. Orient the touchframe PCB with the cable connector facing the bottom inside of the
front GUI housing.
2. Align the rivet holes of the touchframe over the standoffs located on the inside of the
front housing.
3. Insert the eleven (11) plastic rivets through the mounting holes in the touchframe PCB
and lock into place.
4. Ensure that the rivets are fully seated.
5. Connect the touchframe PCB cable

8.13.18 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB

8.13.18.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB

1. Disconnect the GUI LED cable from the GUI LED PCB (J3) (Figure 8-18).
2. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws that secure the GUI LED PCB to
the front housing (Figure 8-19). Set screws aside.
3. Remove the GUI LED PCB and place into a conductive bag. Set PCB aside.

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Figure 8-19. Removal of the 10.4" GUI LED PCB

8.13.18.2 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI LED PCB

1. Align the GUI LED PCB on the four standoffs inside the GUI front housing.
2. Use the four screws to secure the GUI LED PCB to the front housing (Figure 8-19).
3. Connect the GUI LED cable to the GUI LED PCB.

8.13.19 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

The GUI alarm is located behind the GUI front panel and can only be accessed by removing
the rear GUI housing.

Caution
When handling the GUI alarm assembly, be careful not to damage the speaker
element.

8.13.19.1 Removing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

1. Remove the GUI rear housing as described above.
2. Disconnect the alarm harness from the GUI CPU PCB (J7).
3. Grasp the alarm assembly by the sides and pull up on the alarm body to remove it from
the slots in the GUI front housing (Figure 8-20).

8.13.19.2 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

1. Grasp the alarm assembly by the sides and align it with the slots in the GUI front housing.
The speaker element should be facing the bottom of the front housing (Figure 8-20).
2. Gently push the alarm assembly into position.
3. Connect the alarm harness to the GUI CPU PCB (J7).

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Speaker
harness

Speaker
element

GUI front
housing

Figure 8-20. Removing the 10.4-inch GUI alarm

8.13.20 10.4-inch GUI keyboard assembly

On 10.4-inch GUIs and GUI keyboard assembly field-replaceable units (FRUs) manufactured
after June 2007, the GUI keyboard assembly includes a grounding strap, one end of which is
permanently attached to the keyboard, and the other end fastened to the GUI EMI shield
(Figure 8-8). If you are replacing an older 10.4-inch keyboard with a new keyboard possessing
this grounding strap, you must remove the rear GUI housing to attach the grounding strap to
the EMI shield. An in-line connector allows subsequent keyboard replacement without
having to remove the rear housing.

8.13.20.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch GUI keyboard assembly

If you are replacing a keyboard assembly that already has a grounding strap attached,
skip to 5.
1. Remove the GUI handle, cable, and rear housing following the instructions in
Section 8.13.3 and Section 8.13.5.
2. Remove the screw at the bottom of the EMI shield near the keyboard cable (Figure 8-21).

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Ground strap

Ground strap connectors

EMI shield screw

Figure 8-21. How to attach the grounding strap to the EMI shield

3. Separate the grounding strap connectors (if not already separated) and fasten the end
of the grounding strap to the EMI shield with the screw you removed in 2. (Figure 8-21).
4. Reassemble the GUI rear housing, cable, and handle, making sure that the grounding
strap or connector is not twisted or pinched between the front and rear housings.
5. Orient the GUI assembly so that the keyboard is facing up.
6. Slide a flat tool under one edge of the keyboard and gently lift to break the adhesive
bond with the front housing.
7. Once the adhesive has been broken, disconnect the keyboard cable from the keyboard.
8. If you are replacing a newer style keyboard that has a grounding strap attached,
separate the grounding strap connectors.
9. Remove the old keyboard.
10. Clean the surface of the GUI housing with alcohol to remove any adhesive residue.
11. Slide the Clear/Accept and control key language inserts into the appropriate slots on the
new keyboard.
12. Connect the new keyboard’s grounding strap to the connector on the strap attached to
the GUI EMI shield. Position the grounding strap so that it is not twisted or pinched.
13. Connect the ribbon cable from the GUI CPU PCB to the keyboard. Verify that the ribbon
cable is in the upper row of the keyboard connector and is firmly latched into place.
14. Remove the adhesive cover strips from the keyboard.
15. Align the keyboard with the opening, sliding the PCB as far up as possible on the front
housing. Press firmly into place.

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8.13.21 10.4-inch GUI front housing

The window, bezel, and front housing are all laminated together to form one part.

Caution
Do not touch the inside (coated side) of the GUI window. If necessary, use finger cots or
protective gloves. The window is treated for glare resistance and touching it creates
smudges, which cannot be removed without damaging the window.

8.13.21.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch front housing

1. Follow the preceding procedures to disassemble the GUI to the touchframe PCB.
2. Remove the touchframe PCB.
3. Remove the GUI LED PCB.
4. Remove the GUI alarm assembly.
5. Remove the keyboard using care not to damage the adhesive.
6. Install a new front housing.
7. Reinstall or replace the keyboard assembly.
8. Reinstall the GUI LED PCB, the alarm assembly and the touchframe PCB.
9. Continue reinstalling the GUI components that were removed to access the front
housing.
10. Install the GUI alarm graphics label.

8.13.22 10.4-inch rotor housing

The rotor housing is easily replaced without disassembling the GUI housing.

8.13.22.1 Replacing the 10.4-inch rotor housing

1. Remove the GUI from the cart.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws that secure the fascia panel in place.
Set the bezel and the screws aside.
3. Using pliers, carefully pull the spring away from the rotor brake shoes. Let the spring
hang from the base.

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Fascia
panel

GUI rear
panel

Rotor

Rotation
spring

Brake shoes

Figure 8-22. 10.4-inch GUI rotor housing

4. Remove the brake shoes from the rotor.

5. Remove the rotor and discard.
6. Install the new rotor into the groove and slide into place.
7. Install the two brake shoes and align the spring to fit in the brake shoe groove.
8. Align the fascia panel over the rotor and secure with the two screws. Tighten until snug.
9. Reinstall the GUI onto the cart.

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8.14 Repairing the 9.4-inch GUI

The following repair and installation instructions are specific to the 9.4-inch color GUI.

8.14.1 Removing the 9.4-inch GUI touch screen bezel

The bezel surrounds the GUI window and holds it in place. To replace the window, you must
first remove the bezel.
1. Disconnect GUI cable from side of BDU (Figure 8-26). If ventilator is mounted on optional
RTA cart, detach cable from cable guide at rear of cart. At top left corner of touch screen,
position blade of a small flat-bladed screwdriver (pointing up) between bezel and
window (Figure 8-23). Gently wedge blade (do not twist) between bezel and window.
2. Without placing blade in direct contact with window, carefully apply negative pressure
to bezel to dislodge from GUI housing.
3. Gently pull each side of bezel (do not twist) until it snaps out of housing. Remove gasket.
4. Inspect bezel. Replace if heavily scratched or if tabs are broken.

Caution
Be careful not to touch the inside (coated side) of the window. If necessary, use finger
cots or protective gloves. The window is treated for glare resistance and touching it
creates smudges which cannot be removed without damaging the window.

Bezel

Gasket

Screwdriver
placement Window

Window
gasket

LCD
panels

Figure 8-23. 9.4-inch touch screen bezel and window

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8.14.2 9.4-inch GUI window

Caution
• Be careful not to touch the inside (coated side) of the window. If necessary, use
finger cots or protective gloves. The window is treated for glare resistance and
touching it creates smudges which cannot be removed without damaging the
window.
• Avoid cleaning the coated side of the window. If necessary, gently blow off dust or
debris using compressed air.

The window serves as the GUI touch screen; it is held in place by the bezel.

8.14.2.0.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI window

1. Carefully slide blade of a small, flat-bladed screwdriver under window at lower left and/
or right corners (Figure 8-23).
2. Gently apply negative pressure to unseat bottom of window.
3. Carefully remove window and its gasket.
4. Place window on flat surface with coated side facing up.

8.14.2.0.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI window

Caution
Be careful not to touch the inside (coated side) of the window. If necessary, use finger
cots or protective gloves. The window is treated for glare resistance and touching it
creates smudges which cannot be removed without damaging the window.

NOTE:
When installing the window, be sure the coated-side (with the painted black strip) is
facing to the inside of the unit.

1. Tilt GUI to its rear-most position (Figure 8-24).

2. Making sure gasket is in place and coated side of window is facing GUI, carefully set
window into window frame (Figure 8-23).
3. Carefully insert window gasket into groove around uncoated (front) side of window.
4. Gently press edges of window until it fully seats into front housing.

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GUI tilt
positions

Figure 8-24. 9.4-inch GUI tilt positions

8.14.3 Installing the 9.4-inch bezel

NOTE:
The top of the bezel is narrower than the bottom. When replacing the bezel, position
the narrower end at the top.

1. Make sure window gasket is in place (Figure 8-23).

2. Carefully insert bezel gasket into groove around bezel frame.
3. With narrow side of bezel on top, carefully place bezel into bezel frame.
4. Make sure gasket is not exposed or pinched; then starting at top, press edges of bezel
until it is fully inserted and securely seated in frame.

8.14.4 The 9.4-inch keyboard assembly

The keyboard assembly is a field-replaceable unit (FRU), consisting of a keyboard laminate, a
keyboard PCB, and a rotary encoder. The keyboard can be removed with the GUI mounted on
the ventilator.

8.14.4.1 Removing 9.4-inch keyboard assembly

1. Orient front housing assembly so keyboard laminate is facing up (Figure 8-25).

Caution
Carefully remove the keyboard assembly to avoid damaging the GUI front housing.

2. Slide a flat tool under one edge of keyboard laminate and pull up to break keyboard's
adhesive bond to front housing.
3. Once the adhesive has been broken, disconnect ribbon cable from keyboard.

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4. Continue to pull keyboard assembly away from front housing. Remove entire assembly
including keyboard laminate, keyboard PCB, and rotary encoder.
5. Gently remove keyboard assembly and place in conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.
6. Using alcohol, clean any remaining adhesive from front housing, being careful not to let
debris fall into the GUI housing.

NOTE:
Do not attempt to reuse the 9.4-inch keyboard assembly after removal.

Keyboard
assembly

Keyboard
laminate

fig8-19c.tif

Figure 8-25. Replacing the 9.4-inch keyboard assembly

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8.14.4.2 Installing the 9.4-inch keyboard assembly

Caution
The keyboard assembly is held in place by a quick bonding adhesive that surrounds the
inside perimeter of the keyboard laminate. Once the adhesive is exposed, it
immediately bonds to anything it touches. Therefore, use extreme care when removing
the protective strip concealing the adhesive, and while aligning the keyboard laminate
to the GUI's front panel.

1. Align keyboard over housing and connect keyboard PCB ribbon cable (dark stripe goes
to pin 1 of GUI CPU PCB J20) (Figure 8-25). Verify that cable is positively locked into place.
2. On inside of keyboard laminate, carefully peel back protective strip that conceals
adhesive.
3. Taking care not to touch keyboard assembly to GUI front housing, align keyboard
laminate (starting with side containing rotary encoder) with keyboard inset on front
housing.
4. Carefully press keyboard in place by applying pressure to perimeter of laminate; then,
check keyboard perimeter to ensure it is securely bonded to GUI housing.

8.14.5 Removing or installing the 9.4-inch GUI

1. Disconnect GUI interface cable from side of BDU (Figure 8-26).
2. If GUI is mounted to optional RTA cart, detach cable from cable guide at rear of cart.
3. Remove GUI from its mount:
a. Grasp handle at back of GUI.
b. Push GUI release knob to right to disengage rotor housing from mounting platform.
c. While holding knob to right, lift module up and away from mounting platform.
d. Release knob and it will snap back to left, locked position.
4. Place GUI face down on flat ESD-protected work surface.
5. To install the GUI:
a. Position the GUI over the GUI mount.
b. Push GUI release knob to right to disengage rotor housing from mounting platform.
c. Push knob to left to engage housing.
d. Connect GUI cable to side of BDU by placing the cable connector over the alignment
posts and D-sub connector on the BDU. Firmly press the cable connector in place and
tighten the jackscrews using a medium (1/4-inch) blade slotted screwdriver (smaller
screwdrivers may not be adequate to tighten the connector). Firmly press the cable
connector again onto the alignment posts and D-sub connector, and re-tighten the
jackscrews until snug.

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Cable
Cable
Mounting
Mounting guide
guide
bracket
bracket

GUI
interface
connection

Release knob
GUI
interface
connection

Figure 8-26. 9.4-inch GUI mounting platform

8.14.6 9.4-inch GUI rear housing

Caution
To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive components, always follow ESD guidelines when
disassembling the GUI.

8.14.6.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI rear housing

1. Remove GUI (Section 8.14.5).
2. With GUI face down, remove screw that holds top portion of handle assembly to GUI
rear housing (Figure 8-27). Remove top handle and set aside.
3. Loosen two captive screws that secure interface cable connector to GUI CPU PCB.
Disconnect interface cable and set aside.
4. Remove the two screws that secure bottom handle to GUI rear housing and set aside.

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Top handle

Interface cable

Bottom
handle

Captive screw
(2 PL)
Interface cable
connector

Figure 8-27. Removing 9.4-inch GUI handle assembly and interface cable

5. Loosen the two captive screws that retain RS-232 port cover; remove cover.
6. Unplug nurse’s call port cover.
7. Remove 19 screws from GUI rear housing (Figure 8-28) and set aside.
8. Gently separate GUI rear and front housing. If necessary, use a small flat-bladed
screwdriver to separate the GUI rear panel from the front.

Caution
If you do use a small flat-blade screwdriver to separate the GUI rear and front housings,
use care not to damage the GUI front or rear housing.

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1-1/2-in. screw
(13 PL)

3/4-in. screw

3/8-in. screw
(5 PL)

Figure 8-28. Replacing 9.4-inch GUI rear housing

8.14.6.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI rear housing

NOTE:
The screws that secure the GUI rear housing to the front housing come in three
lengths. Refer to Figure 8-28 for correct lengths.

1. With GUI front housing face down, align rear and front housings.
2. Feed remote alarm cover through rear housing.
3. Check perimeter of housing to make sure cables are not being pinched.
4. Gently press rear housing into front housing until two enclosures fully seat.
5. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.1).

Caution
Ensure cables are not pinched between the front and rear housings. Otherwise,
damage to the cables may result.

6. Install and hand-tighten 19 screws; then, using a screwdriver, tighten until snug. Do not
overtighten.
7. Insert the bottom handle into handle seating on rear housing (Figure 8-27). Install and
hand-tighten two screws; then, using a screwdriver, tighten until snug. Do not
overtighten.
8. Connect female end of GUI interface cable to GUI CPU PCB connector located inside
bottom handle. Tighten two interface cable captive screws to GUI CPU PCB until snug. Do
not overtighten.
9. Position the interface cable into the handle slots.

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10. Snap top handle into place. Install screw and tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
11. Install GUI (Section 8.14.5).

8.14.7 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

The GUI alarm assembly is located behind the GUI front panel.

8.14.7.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6).
2. Disconnect alarm harness from GUI CPU PCB connector J7 (TE and non-TE P/N
4-075727-SP) or J9 (older non-TE PCB P/N 4-073200-SP) (Figure 8-29).
3. Grasp assembly at sides and pull up on alarm body; it will slide out of slots in GUI housing
(Figure 8-30).
J12 (J16 older GUI CPU PCB)

J7 (J9 older GUI CPU PCB)

J5 (J7 older GUI CPU PCB)

J4 (J6 older GUI CPU PCB)
Alarm
assembly

J3

J2

Backlight
inverter
PCB

Figure 8-29. 9.4" GUI interior (TE GUI CPU PCB shown)

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8.14.7.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

1. Orient alarm assembly with harness toward GUI CPU PCB and speaker away from
backlight inverter PCB (Figure 8-30).
2. Slide alarm side brackets into slots on GUI housing. Make sure bracket is fully seated in
slots.
3. Connect alarm harness to GUI CPU PCB connector J7 (TE and non-TE P/N 4-075727-SP) or
J9 (older non-TE PCB P/N 4-073200-SP) (Figure 8-29).
4. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).

Alarm
assembly

Figure 8-30. Replacing the 9.4-inch GUI alarm assembly

8.14.8 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB and GUI LED PCB
The backlight inverter PCB, which is part of the LCD backlight control circuit, controls the
brightness of both LCD panels.
The GUI LED PCB interface lets the GUI microprocessor control the discrete diagnostic LEDs on
the LED PCB.

8.14.8.1 Removing 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6).
2. Disconnect backlight inverter PCB ribbon cable from GUI CPU PCB connector J5 (TE and
non-TE P/N 4-075727-SP) or J7 (older non-TE PCB P/N 4-073200-SP) (Figure 8-29).
3. Disconnect two LCD harnesses from backlight inverter PCB connectors J2 and J3.
4. Remove four screws that secure backlight inverter PCB to standoffs (Figure 8-31).
5. Lift backlight inverter PCB off standoffs and place into conductive bag or on ESD-
protected mat. If you are installing a new backlight inverter PCB, remove backlight
inverter PCB/GUI CPU PCB ribbon cable and save for reinstallation.

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8.14.8.2 Installing 9.4-inch GUI backlight inverter PCB

1. If applicable, install backlight inverter PCB/GUI CPU PCB ribbon cable to backlight
inverter PCB connector J1.
2. With ribbon cable facing GUI CPU PCB and components facing up, align backlight
inverter PCB to four standoffs (Figure 8-31).
3. Manually install and tighten four screws; then, using a screwdriver, tighten until snug.
Do not overtighten.
4. Connect backlight inverter PCB/GUI CPU PCB ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J5
(TE and non-TE P/N 4-075727-SP) or J7 (older non-TE PCB P/N 4-073200-SP) (Figure 8-29).
5. Connect two LCD panel cables to backlight inverter PCB connectors J2 and J3.
6. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).
J2 J3

Backlight inverter
PCB

Standoff
(4 PL)

GUI LED
PCB

Figure 8-31. Replacing 9.4-inch backlight inverter and GUI LED PCBs

8.14.8.3 Removing 9.4-inch GUI LED PCB

1. Remove backlight inverter PCB (Section 8.14.8.1).
2. Disconnect GUI LED PCB ribbon cable from GUI CPU PCB connector J3 (Figure 8-29).
3. Using 1/4-in. nutdriver, remove four standoffs that secure GUI LED PCB to front housing
(Figure 8-31).
4. Remove GUI LED PCB and place into conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat. If you are
installing new GUI LED PCB, remove GUI LED PCB/GUI CPU PCB ribbon cable and save for
reinstallation.

8.14.8.4 Installing 9.4-inch GUI LED PCB

1. If applicable, install GUI LED PCB/GUI CPU PCB ribbon cable to GUI LED PCB.
2. With ribbon cable facing GUI CPU PCB, align GUI LED PCB to four standoff screwholes
(Figure 8-31).
3. Manually install and tighten four standoffs; then using a 1/4-in. nutdriver, tighten until
snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Connect GUI LED PCB ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J3 (Figure 8-29).

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5. Install backlight inverter PCB. Section 8.14.8.2

8.14.9 GUI Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) shield

8.14.9.1 Removing the GUI EMI shield

1. Remove the 11 screws from the rear of the GUI EMI shield and set aside (Figure 8-32).
2. Disconnect the touch frame PCB cable (J19) and keyboard cable (J20).
3. Remove the GUI EMI shield and set aside.

CPU
Screw (13 PL) protective
shield

GUI CPU PCB

J20
J19

Keyboard
cable

Touch
frame
cable

Figure 8-32. Removing 9.4-inch GUI EMI shield

8.14.9.2 Installing the 9.4-inch GUI EMI shield

Caution
When reassembling the EMI shield, do not apply excessive force to the shield in the
vicinity of the CPU that may permanently deform the thermal pad on the TE GUI CPU
PCB. Permanent deformation could reduce or eliminate the thermal pad contact area
between the CPU heatsink and the EMI shield, causing increased CPU operating
temperatures.

1. Align GUI EMI shield to 13 screwholes on CPU bracket (Figure 8-32). Install and hand-
tighten 13 screws; then, using a screwdriver, tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
2. Connect these cables to bottom of GUI (Figure 8-28):
• Touchframe PCB ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J19
• Keyboard ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J20

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8.14.10 9.4-inch video controller and VGA LCD controller PCBs

Later versions of the 9.4-inch GUIs use a CPU PCB that is common to both 9.4-inch and
10.4-inch GUIs, including the TE GUI CPU PCB. Later PCB designs include two built-in video
controllers that interface with the LCD panels. If replacing an older GUI CPU PCB in a 9.4-inch
GUI with a newer PCB, discard the VGA LCD controller PCBs.

8.14.10.1 Removing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs (older CPU PCB)
1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6).
2. Remove CPU EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.1).
3. Grasp sides of desired VGA LCD controller PCB and pull up to disengage pins from GUI
CPU PCB connectors (Figure 8-33). Place in conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.

VGA LCD
controller
PCBs

J5
J4
J15
J14

Figure 8-33. Removing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs

8.14.10.2 Installing 9.4-inch VGA LCD controller PCBs (older CPU PCB)

NOTE:
The two plug-in IP interface VGA LCD controller PCBs are identical and can be
mounted at either GUI CPU PCB location (J14/J15 or J4/J5). The pin sets at each end of
the VGA LCD controller PCBs are different, preventing the VGA LCD controller PCBs
from being mounted backward on the GUI CPU PCB.

1. Orient pins on VGA LCD controller PCB so they align with corresponding connectors on
GUI CPU PCB (Figure 8-33).
2. Gently press VGA LCD controller PCB until fully seated.
3. Install GUI EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.2).
4. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).

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8.14.11 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB

8.14.11.1 Removing the 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.1).
2. Remove the GUI EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.1).
3. Disconnect these cables from GUI CPU PCB (Figure 8-29):

Older non-TE 9.4-inch GUI CPU

TE and non-TE (P/N 4-075727-
Cable or harness PCB (P/N 4-073200-SP)
SP) GUI CPU PCB connector
connector

LCD harnesses (2) J4/J6 and J12/J15 J6/J8 and J16/J18

Backlight inverter PCB ribbon J5 J7

cable

GUI LED PCB ribbon cable J3 J3

GUI alarm harness J7 J9

4. Disconnect the backlight extender cable assemblies from the backlight inverter PCB
connectors J2 and J3.
5. Disconnect these cables from bottom of GUI (Figure 8-29):
• Touchframe PCB ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J19
• Keyboard ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J20
6. Remove the eleven (11) screws that secure GUI CPU PCB/bracket assembly to the
standoffs in front housing.
7. Lift the CPU bracket assembly off standoffs.

Caution
When removing the GUI CPU PCB, be careful not to damage surface components. Do
not flex the PCB.

8.14.11.2 Installing the 9.4-inch GUI CPU PCB

When installing a later generation CPU PCB in a 9.4-inch GUI, be sure to set the five touch
panel jumpers at the lower left corner of the GUI CPU PCB TO “CarrollTouch™*” (A-B
position) as shown in Figure 8-34.

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Jumpers

Figure 8-34. GUI CPU PCB touch panel jumpers

1. Align GUI CPU PCB to eleven (11) screwholes in mounting bracket (Figure 8-29). Install
and hand-tighten 11 screws. Then use a screwdriver to tighten the screws until snug. Do
not overtighten.
2. Connect the backlight extender cable assemblies to the backlight inverter PCB
connectors J2 and J3.
3. Connect these cables to GUI CPU PCB:

Older non-TE 9.4-inch GUI CPU

TE and non-TE (P/N 4-075727-
Cable or harness PCB (P/N 4-073200-SP)
SP) GUI CPU PCB connector
connector

LCD harnesses (2) J4/J6 and J12/J15 J6/J8 and J16/J18

Backlight inverter PCB ribbon J5 J7

cable

GUI LED PCB ribbon cable J3 J3

GUI alarm harness J7 J9

4. If you are installing a TE GUI CPU PCB, inspect the conductive thermal pad on the CPU
(U45) for damage prior to assembly. If the pad looks permanently deformed or damaged,
replace it with a new one before assembling. To do this, remove the damaged pad, then
peel the adhesive backing from one side of a new pad and adhere it to the CPU heatsink.
Ensure that the pad fits entirely on the heatsink with minimal overhanging edges
(Figure 8-35).

NOTE:
If you are replacing an older GUI CPU PCB with a TE GUI CPU PCB, you will only need
the thermal pad from the bag of included hardware shipped with the GUI PCB FRU
kit.

5. Peel the remaining adhesive backing from the thermal pad.

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Thermal pad

GUI CPU heatsink

Figure 8-35. Thermal pad adhered to CPU heatsink

Caution
Do not squeeze the thermal pad. When assembled, this pad contacts the EMI shield to
conduct heat away from the CPU’s heatsink. Permanently deforming the pad may
reduce contact with the EMI shield which may result in higher CPU operating
temperatures.

6. Align CPU EMI shield to 13 screwholes on CPU bracket (Figure 8-32). Install and hand-
tighten 13 screws. Then, use a screwdriver to tighten the screws until snug. Do not
overtighten.
7. Connect these cables to bottom of GUI (Figure 8-29):
• Touchframe PCB ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J19
• Keyboard ribbon cable to GUI CPU PCB connector J20
8. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).

8.14.12 Replacing the compact flash component (TE GUI CPU PCB only)
To replace the compact flash component:
1. Slide the component out of the socket (J28) towards the edge of the PCB (Figure 8-36).
2. Insert the new component into the socket. The socket is designed so that the component
can be inserted only one way.

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Figure 8-36. How to remove the compact flash component

8.14.13 Replacing the real-time clock

The real-time clock component on the GUI CPU PCB has an internal battery with an expected
life of approximately ten years.
To replace the real-time clock:
1. Locate the real-time clock at U11 on the TE and non-TE (P/N 4-075727-SP) GUI CPU PCB
(Figure 8-37) or U4 on the older GUI CPU PCB (P/N 4-073200-SP) and remove it from its
socket using a small, flat-bladed screwdriver or PROM puller.

Real-time clock
pin 1
Note: On older GUI
CPU PCBs, clock is
located at U4.

Figure 8-37. GUI CPU PCB real-time clock (TE GUI CPU PCB shown)

2. Insert the new component, ensuring that pin 1 is properly oriented with the socket.
3. Set the ventilator time and date after replacing the real-time clock.

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8.14.14 9.4-inch touchframe PCB (CarrollTouch™*)

Caution
• Handle the touchframe PCB with care: do not flex the assembly, damage any of the
surface components, or touch emitters or receivers.
• Take care when disconnecting the LCD harnesses; do not pull on wires. These
harnesses are delicate.

8.14.14.1 Removing the 9.4-inch touchframe PCB

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.1).
2. Remove the GUI EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.1).
3. Remove the GUI CPU PCB/bracket assembly (Section 8.14.11.1):
4. Turn the CPU bracket assembly (LCD panels up) and place on an ESD-protected mat.
5. Remove the two screws that secure touchframe PCB to CPU bracket (Figure 8-38).
6. Gently lift off touchframe PCB and place in conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.

Touchframe PCB
LCD
adapter
Backlight
cable
extender
cable LCD
assemblies panels

LCD
harnesses
LCD
adapter
CPU bracket cable
assembly

LCD
harnesses

Figure 8-38. Replacing the 9.4-inch touchframe PCB and LCD panel assembly

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8.14.14.2 Reinstalling the 9.4-inch touchframe PCB

1. Align the touchframe PCB to two screwholes on CPU bracket (Figure 8-38).
2. Turn the CPU bracket assembly over (LCD panels down) and place on an ESD-protected
mat.
3. Route the backlight extender cable assemblies as shown in Figure 8-39. Ensure that the
foam side of the cable assemblies are facing away from the LCD panels.

Short
cable

Long
Foam
cable
side

Standoff

Plastic spacer

Figure 8-39. Routing the backlight extender cable assemblies

4. Install GUI CPU PCB/bracket assembly (Section 8.14.11.2).

5. Install GUI EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.2).
6. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).

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8.14.15 9.4-inch backlight panels and LCD panels

The 10,000 hour preventative maintenance kit for the monochrome LCD is no longer
available. The unit must be upgraded to the 9.4-inch color display.

Caution
• Avoid touching the front of the LCD panels. Smudges are difficult to remove.
• Use care not to scratch the front of LCD panels.

8.14.15.1 Removing a 9.4-inch backlight panel and LCD panel

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6).
2. Remove the GUI EMI shield (Section 8.14.9.1).
3. Remove GUI CPU PCB (Section 8.14.11.1).
4. Remove touchframe PCB (Section 8.14.14.1).
5. Disconnect the adapter cable from one LCD (Figure 8-38). Leave the cable in place.
6. Remove the four screws that secure the LCD panel to the CPU bracket assembly.

NOTE:
LCD panels are not interchangeable due to backlight wire lengths. Do not reverse
displays. Complete the backlight replacement for one LCD panel first, then complete
the second backlight replacement.

7. Gently lift the LCD panel from the bracket and place the panel face down on an ESD-
protected mat.
8. Remove the LCD interface PCB (with LCD harnesses attached) from the rear of the LCD
panel and set aside (Figure 8-40).
9. Remove the backlight panel (Figure 8-40):
a. Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver, straighten the small metal tabs around the
perimeter of the LCD panel.
b. Carefully remove the backlight panel.
c. Discard if replacing the panel.

8.14.15.2 Reinstalling a backlight panel and LCD panel

1. Remove the replacement backlight panel from the ESD bag. Place it over the LCD panel.
2. Gently press the backlight panel into position. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, bend the
small metal tabs around the perimeter of the panel to hold it in place.
3. Reattach the LCD interface PCB (with cables attached) to the LCD panel.
4. Align the LCD panel (face up) with the four screw holes in the mounting bracket
(Figure 8-40).
5. Reattach the backlight extender cable assembly, then verify that it is properly connected.
6. Install and hand-tighten the four screws. Then, using a screwdriver, tighten the screws
until they are snug. Do not overtighten.
7. Verify backlight extender cable assembly is firmly connected.

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LCD
interface
PCB
Detail:
Bottom of LCD
Backlight
interface PCB
panel

Reattach to
backlight cable
extender assembly
(not shown)

Bend and
straighten metal
tabs and secure
backlight panel

LCD panel

Figure 8-40. LCD panel and backlight panel assembly

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8.14.16 9.4-inch GUI cooling vent filters

The GUI rear housing cooling vents are covered with foam filters as shown in Figure 8-41.
These filters collect debris that enter through the GUI cooling vents and must be replaced
when dirty.

Caution
To prevent damage to filter-retaining studs, do not attempt to remove the pushnuts
that hold the foam filters in place.

1. Remove GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.1).

2. Remove dirty filter by tearing all remnants of foam away from retaining posts and vent.
Do not remove existing pushnuts; you will install the new foam and pushnuts directly
over the existing pushnuts (Figure 8-41).
3. Vacuum vent area to remove any remaining filter debris.
4. Align new foam filter over vent and press onto posts. Secure foam filter with new
pushnuts, making sure each pushnut is fully seated.
5. Repeat steps for each foam filter.
6. After all filters are replaced, gently blow dry, compressed air over inside of rear housing
to remove any foam residue.
7. Install GUI rear housing (Section 8.14.6.2).

Caution
Ensure cables are not pinched between the front and rear housings as you reassemble
the GUI unit. Otherwise, damage to the cables may result.

Pushnut

Foam
filter

Foam
filter Pushnut

Figure 8-41. Replacing the 9.4-inch GUI cooling vent filters

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8.14.17 9.4-inch rotor housing

The blue rotor housing supports the GUI. When the GUI's release knob is slid to the right, the
rotor housing opens and the module is released.

8.14.17.1 Removing the 9.4-inch rotor housing

1. Remove GUI from mounting platform (Section 8.14.5).
2. Remove two screws that secure fascia panel to rotation assembly (Figure 8-42). Remove
fascia panel.
3. Pull retaining spring out of groove and lift off brake shoes; release spring.
4. Slide out rotor housing.

8.14.17.2 Installing the 9.4-inch rotor housing

1. Slide blue rotor housing into place in base of GUI rear housing (Figure 8-42). Position it
so that one of the three projections faces forward.
2. Slip on two brake shoes as shown. Secure by positioning spring into brake shoes’ groove.
3. Position fascia panel; then install and hand-tighten two screws. Using a screwdriver,
tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Install GUI (Section 8.14.5).

Fascia
panel

GUI rear
panel

Spring

Blue rotor Brake

housing shoes

Figure 8-42. 9.4-inch rotor housing assembly

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8.15 Breath delivery unit (BDU)

The BDU, shown in Figure 8-43, includes the following major assemblies:
• Inspiratory module
• Exhalation module
• Power supply
• AC panel
• BDU alarm
• AI and BD CPU PCBs with corresponding cabling and interconnect devices

Front view Rear view

Figure 8-43. BDU

The BDU is a removable unit that can be mounted to the optional cart or shelf (using the
shelf-mount kit).
Many BDU parts can be replaced without removing the unit from its mounting platform.
Table 8-4 indicates the level of disassembly required for all BDU field-replaceable units (FRUs).
As you conduct the following replacement and installation procedures for the BDU, you may
find it useful to refer to Table 2-2, and Figure 2-11 in Chapter 2 of this manual.

Caution
To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive components, always follow ESD guidelines when
servicing the BDU.

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Table 8-4: BDU part replacement chart

Modules removed
BDU
replacement part Power Inspiratory Exhalation BDU Card cage
BDU BPS
supply module module housing PCBs

Card cage replacement parts

AI PCB X

BD CPU PCB X

Real-time clock X
(on BD CPU PCB)

Power replacement parts

Power supply X
assembly

Power switch (S1) X

Power indicator X X X X X X X

Inspiratory module replacement parts

Air inlet filter (F2)

Oxygen filters
(F1/F3)

Pressure switches
(PS1/PS2)

PSOL cartridges X
(PSOL1/PSOL2)

Inspiratory X
electronics PCB

Oxygen sensor X

Flow sensors (Q1/ X

Q2)

Safety valve X

Inspiratory check X
valve (CV3)

Regulators (REG1/ X
REG2)

Inspiratory X
pressure
transducer
autozero
solenoid (SOL1)

Exhalation module replacement parts

Exhalation valve
(EV)

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Table 8-4: BDU part replacement chart (continued)

Modules removed
BDU
replacement part Power Inspiratory Exhalation BDU Card cage
BDU BPS
supply module module housing PCBs

Exhalation flow
sensor (Q3)

Exhalation X
transducer PCB

Filter seal

Expiratory X
pressure
transducer
autozero
solenoid (SOL2)

Exhalation heater X

Exhalation check X
valve (CV5)

Sample port X

Other replacement parts

Motherboard PCB X X X X X X X

BDU alarm X X X X X X
assembly

Alarm blindmate X X X X X X X
cable

Inspiratory X X X X X X X
blindmate cable

DC power supply X X X X X X X
blindmate cable

AC power supply X X X X X X X
blindmate cable

AC panel X

Humidifier X
receptacle

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8.15.1 Removing BDU from RTA cart

Warning
To prevent personal injury, take appropriate measures when removing the BDU from
its mounting platform as the unit weighs 18.2 kg (40.1 lb) when fully loaded.

1. Make these disconnections (Figure 8-44):

a. Ventilator power cord from facility power (Section 8.15.3.).
b. Ventilator from pressurized gas source.
c. Compressor unit power cord from BDU, if applicable.
d. Compressor unit data cable from BDU, if applicable.
e. GUI cable from BDU.
f. BPS cable from BDU [use 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver to loosen captive
screws].

Caution
Use extreme care when moving the BDU. Do not jar or drop the unit.

2. Pull out BDU release handle (Figure 8-46) to disengage BDU locking bracket; while
holding handle out, slide BDU off bracket while resting it on edge of mounting
platform. Release handle.
3. Carefully lift BDU off platform from rear of ventilator, and place on a firm, clean surface.

Compressor Air Oxygen

hose hose hose

GUI cable

BDU
release
handle Compressor
power cord

Figure 8-44. BDU connections

8.15.2 Removing BDU from Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart
1. Make these disconnections (Figure 8-44):
a. Ventilator power cord from facility power (Section 8.15.3.)

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b. Ventilator from pressurized gas source

c. Compressor unit power cord from BDU, if applicable
d. Compressor unit data cable from BDU, if applicable
e. GUI cable from BDU
f. BPS cable from BDU [use 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver to loosen captive
screws]
2. Pull out BDU release handle (Figure 8-46) to disengage BDU locking bracket; while
holding handle out, slide BDU off bracket (towards front of cart) while resting it on edge
of mounting platform. Release handle.
3. Carefully lift BDU off platform and place on a firm, clean surface.

8.15.3 BDU power cord and retainer

There are two styles of the BDU power cord and retainer combination. The later version uses
the cord and the retainer together to positively lock the power cord to the ventilator. Parts
are not interchangeable between the old and the new power cords and retainers.

Figure 8-45. Sure-Lock™* retainer and power cord

Older field units can be retrofitted with this new combination, using a FRU kit version. (Refer
to Chapter 9 for part numbers.)
1. Remove the two screws securing the current bracket to AC receptacle of the BDU.
2. Install the Sure-Lock™* retainer over the receptacle and secure with the two screws
provided.
3. Insert the power cord and ensure that it clicks firmly into place.

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Figure 8-46. BDU release handle

8.15.4 Installing BDU onto RTA cart

1. Lifting BDU from rear, rest front of BDU on edge of BDU mounting platform (at back of
RTA cart).
2. Slide BDU onto mounting bracket.
3. Make sure BDU is locked in place by pushing and pulling it on slide.
4. Connect cables from GUI, BPS, compressor, and AC power, as required (Figure 8-44).

8.15.5 Installing BDU onto Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

Warning
Install only ventilator BDUs with serial numbers starting with 3512 onto the newer
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart. Other ventilator serial numbers are not compatible with the
newer carts.

1. Lifting BDU from rear, slide BDU onto mounting bracket from front of cart.
2. Make sure BDU is locked in place by pushing and pulling it on slide.
3. Connect cables from GUI, BPS, compressor, and AC power, as required (Figure 8-44)

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8.15.6 Analog interface (AI) PCB and breath delivery (BD) CPU PCB
The AI and the BD CPU PCBs (Figure 8-47) reside in the card cage of the BDU.

Data
key

BD CPU PCB AI PCB

Figure 8-47. BD CPU PCB and AI PCB

Looking into the card cage, the AI PCB sits in the far right slot (toward the front of the
ventilator), and the BD CPU PCB sits in second slot from the right (behind the AI PCB). Refer
to Figure 8-47.

Caution
The data key is matched to each ventilator. Ventilator is inoperable without the correct
data key installed. Do not lose the data key.

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Card
cage
BD CPU
PCB

2 PL

AI PCB

8 PL

I/O panel

Figure 8-48. BD card cage and PCBs

8.15.6.1 Removing AI PCB or BD CPU PCB

1. Remove two screws that retain data key cover; remove cover. Remove data key.
2. Disconnect cables attached to card cage I/O panel (Figure 8-49).
3. Using 3/16-in. nutdriver, remove two latching post screws that secure panel to PTS 2000
connector (Figure 8-48).
4. Using #0 Phillips screwdriver, loosen eight screws that secure panel to BDU chassis and to
GUI and compressor data connectors. Remove panel.
5. Place your thumbs on backside of upper and lower ejector clips of PCB being installed.
Simultaneously apply negative pressure to disengage clips. (When the clips snap open,
the PCB is released.)
6. Gently pull PCB out of card cage, detaching it from motherboard PCB. Place PCB in a
conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.

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Test button

PTS 2000
connector

Data key

GUI
connector
Compressor
Data connector

Figure 8-49. BDU I/O panel connections

8.15.6.2 Replacing the real-time clock

The real-time clock component on the BD CPU PCB has an internal battery with an expected
life of approximately 10 years.
To replace the real-time clock:
1. Locate the real-time clock at U14 on the BD CPU PCB (Figure 8-50) and remove it from its
socket using a small, flat-bladed screwdriver or PROM puller.

Real-time clock
pin 1

Figure 8-50. BD CPU PCB real-time clock

2. Insert the new component, ensuring that pin 1 is properly oriented with the socket.
3. Set the ventilator time and date after replacing the real-time clock.

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8.15.6.3 Installing AI PCB or BD CPU PCB

1. Orient PCB (Figure 8-48) with component side toward front of ventilator.
2. Align PCB to upper and lower card guides and gently slide PCB along guides into card
cage.
3. Gently press PCB into card cage until it seats to motherboard PCB connector at back;
then, simultaneously press ejector clips closed until they latch.
4. Using #0 Phillips screwdriver, install eight screws that secure card cage I/O panel to BDU
chassis and to GUI and compressor data connections. Tighten screws until snug. Do not
overtighten.

Caution
Grounding of the BDU can be compromised is the I/O panel is incorrectly installed.

5. Using a 3/16-in. nutdriver, install two latching post screws that secure panel to PTS 2000
connector, and tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
6. Insert data key, install data key cover, and connect cables to panel.

8.15.7 Power supply assembly

Caution
To prevent electrical shock hazard, always unplug the power cord from facility power
and disconnect the BPS cable from the power supply before servicing the power supply.

8.15.7.1 Removing power supply assembly

1. Disconnect BPS cable by first opening spring-loaded cover that shields power supply
connector, then loosening connector’s two captive screws with 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed
screwdriver.
2. Remove two screws that secure power supply assembly to BDU chassis. Gently pull out
power supply assembly, unseating it from connectors (Figure 8-51). Set assembly on firm
surface.

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Power supply assembly

Figure 8-51. Replacing power supply assembly

8.15.7.2 Installing power supply assembly

1. Orient power supply assembly with slanted heatsink portion at top (Figure 8-51).
2. Gently slide power supply assembly into BDU chassis until it is fully inserted.
3. Install two screws, and tighten until snug.
4. Connect BPS cable to power supply by opening spring-loaded cover that shields power
supply connector, connecting cable, and using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver to
tighten connector's two captive screws until snug. Do not overtighten.

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8.15.8 Power switch (S1)

Warning
To prevent electrical shock hazard, always unplug the power cord from facility power
and disconnect the BPS cable from the power supply assembly before servicing AC
components.

8.15.8.1 Removing power switch (S1)

1. Remove power supply assembly (Section 8.15.7.1).
2. Reaching into power supply compartment from rear, disconnect harness from power
switch (Figure 8-52).
3. If you are installing a new power switch, remove actuator and save for reinstallation.

Power switch

Figure 8-52. Replacing power switch (S1)

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8.15.8.2 Installing power switch (S1)

1. If you are installing a new power switch, snap on actuator, orienting it so “|” is at top
(Figure 8-53).

Figure 8-53. Power switch actuator

2. From front of BDU, orient power switch so “|”is at top of switch, and slide switch into
slot.
3. From inside power supply compartment, connect harness to power switch (Figure 8-52).
4. Install power supply (Section 8.15.7.2).

8.15.9 Humidifier receptacle (100 – 120 V models only)

8.15.9.1 Removing humidifier receptacle

1. Remove power supply assembly (Section 8.15.7.1).
2. Reaching into power supply compartment from rear, disconnect harness from receptacle
(Figure 8-54).
3. If humidifier receptacle cover is attached to front of ventilator, remove four flat-head
screws that hold cover in place.
4. From front of ventilator, remove two flat-head screws that secure humidifier receptacle
to chassis. Feed receptacle through power supply cavity. Remove receptacle assembly
from chassis.

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Figure 8-54. Replacing humidifier receptacle

8.15.9.2 Installing humidifier receptacle

1. From inside power supply compartment, align receptacle to two screw locations on front
of chassis (Figure 8-54). When facing front of ventilator, the ground socket should be on
your left. Install two flat-head screws.
2. From inside power supply compartment, connect harness to receptacle.

Caution
Route the humidifier cables so they do not obstruct the AC power supply harness and
blindmate bracket, located at the bottom rear of the power supply compartment.

3. If desired, install humidifier receptacle cover with four flat-head screws.

4. Install power supply assembly (Section 8.15.7.2).

NOTE:
Consult this manual or the humidifier vendor for the appropriate bracket model
when mounting a humidifier to the ventilator.

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8.15.9.3 AC panel
8.15.9.3.1 Removing AC panel
1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8). This is necessary to provide access to the
panel.
2. If connected, disconnect ventilator and compressor (if installed) power cords from AC
panel, and BPS cable from BDU.
3. Remove six screws that secure panel (Figure 8-55) to BDU chassis (Two screws also secure
BPS connector cover to panel).
4. Taking care not to disturb electrical connections on inside of AC panel, gently separate
panel from chassis.
5. To provide better access to component connections, cut tie wrap that secures wires to
wall of AC power distribution compartment.
6. Using needlenose pliers, disconnect the wires from the AC panel components:
• Red wire from terminal 10 of relay
• Black wire from terminal 12 of relay
• Blue wire from top left-hand terminal of AC filter PCB
• Brown wire from top right-hand terminal of AC filter PCB
• Brown wire from middle left-hand terminal of compressor AC receptacle
• Blue wire from middle right-hand terminal of compressor AC receptacle
7. Using a 5/16-in. nutdriver, disconnect ground wires from ground stud of AC panel.
8. Remove AC panel.

Ground stud AC filter PCB

Relay

Compressor AC receptacle

Figure 8-55. AC panel

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8.15.9.3.2 Installing AC panel

1. Using needlenose pliers, connect wires to AC panel components (Figure 8-55):
• red wire to terminal 10 of relay
• black wire to terminal 12 of relay
• blue wire to top left-hand terminal of AC filter PCB
• brown wire to top right-hand terminal of AC filter PCB
• brown wire to middle left-hand terminal of compressor AC receptacle
• blue wire to middle right-hand terminal of compressor AC receptacle
2. Using 5/16-in. nutdriver, connect the two green ground wires to top left-hand ground
stud of AC panel.
3. Secure wires to wall of AC power distribution compartment using small tie wrap.
4. Install panel to BDU chassis using six screws (Two screws also secure BPS connector cover
to panel). Take care not to pinch wires between panel and chassis.
5. Connect ventilator and compressor power cords to AC panel, and BPS cable to BDU.
6. Install inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.10).

8.15.10 Inspiratory module

Warning
Replacing key inspiratory module components requires the use of leak detector fluid to
ensure a good gas seal. Use extreme caution when using leak detector in the vicinity of
electronics. Thoroughly dry all components following use of leak detector.

8.15.10.1 Inspiratory module modifications

Earlier inspiratory modules used threaded air and oxygen inlets. Later versions use a common
manifold that allows the module to be easily configured for each style of connection.
When ordering a replacement inspiratory module, you must order two additional parts: the
inlets (air and oxygen), and the mounting brackets. There are five unique configurations
available to support the needs of various countries. Refer to Chapter 9 of this manual for part
numbers.
If replacing the inlet manifold only on an original module, refer to Chapter 9 to determine
the replacement parts required.

8.15.10.2 Additional noise suppression (ferrite cores)

Additional noise suppression has been added to the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System,
in the form of three ferrite cores on the air flow transducer harnesses (refer to Section 9.4.8.2
for part number). The cores are now standard on new ventilators. When configuring a field
unit for the NeoMode option, you must add these ferrite cores to the unit.
Add the ferrites to the inspiratory module in accordance with the following instructions.
1. Remove the inspiratory module fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.1)
2. Place the first of two latching ferrite cores around the lower third of the air flow
transducer harness (Figure 8-56).
3. Place the second latching ferrite core around the upper third of the air flow transducer
harness, allowing a minimum of 0.75 inches distance between the two cores.

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Figure 8-56. Adding ferrites to air and oxygen transducer harnesses

4. Place the third core in the middle of the oxygen transducer harness, using care not to
pinch or damage the wires.
5. Visually inspect the cables and ensure that both of the latches are secure and that no
stress is being placed on any discrete wires.
6. Reinstall the fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.2).

8.15.10.3 Inspiratory module o-rings

Caution
When replacing damaged o-rings, carefully remove and install to prevent damage to
the manifold ports.

Check for damaged o-rings as you disassemble the inspiratory module. If o-rings are
damaged, pry them off of the ports. Lubricate replacement o-rings with Krytox™* grease,
then gently stretch o-ring over base of the port and position in place.
Allow replaced o-rings to settle in place; then verify their integrity.

8.15.10.4 Air inlet filter (F2)

NOTE:
Replace the air inlet filter (F2) and o-ring every 10,000 hours. They are part of the
10,000-hour preventive maintenance kit.

8.15.10.4.1 Removing F2
1. Make sure air source is disconnected from ventilator.
2. Drain any condensate from air inlet filter bowl by unscrewing captive drain plug at
bottom (Figure 8-57). Tighten plug.
3. Unscrew bowl.
4. Unscrew filter.

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Bowl
Top
Groove

Filter

Air filter
assembly
(F2)

o-ring
Drain
plug

Figure 8-57. Replacing F2

8.15.10.4.2 Installing F2
1. Make sure o-ring is seated in unthreaded groove atop F2 (Figure 8-57).
2. Screw filter in place until snug. Make sure o-ring makes contact with BDU chassis.
3. Screw clear bowl in place over filter until snug.
4. Using leak detector fluid (P/N 4-004489-00), verify that bowl does not leak.

8.15.10.5 Fascia panel

8.15.10.5.1 Removing fascia panel
Remove the fascia panel that houses the inspiratory module by removing two screws
(Figure 8-58).

Fascia
panel

Figure 8-58. Removing inspiratory module fascia panel

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8.15.10.5.2 Installing fascia panel

1. Insert lip, at top of fascia panel, under rim of BDU plastic housing and gently press fascia
panel in place (Figure 8-58).
2. Install two screws that secure fascia panel to BDU chassis and tighten until snug. Do not
overtighten.

NOTE:
Replace the oxygen impact filter (F1), oxygen inlet filter (F3) with a new o-ring and
spring every 10,000 hours. (These items are part of the 10,000-hour preventive
maintenance kit.)

8.15.10.5.3 Removing oxygen filter assembly

1. Remove fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.1).
2. Placing adjustable wrench on hexagonal part of clear filter bowl, loosen bowl
(Figure 8-59). Finish unscrewing it by hand.
3. Unscrew oxygen inlet filter (F3) element.
4. Remove sintered metal oxygen impact filter (F1) and spring.

Oxygen
filter
assembly

Air pressure Oxygen

switch (PS2) pressure
switch (PS1)

Oxygen Oxygen inlet

Bowl
impact filter filter (F3)
(F1)

Spring

Figure 8-59. Oxygen filter assembly and pressure switches

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8.15.10.5.4 Installing oxygen filter assembly

1. Install spring into threaded cavity (Figure 8-59).
2. With rough side down, place sintered metal filter (F1) over spring and make sure it is
lying flat.
3. Insert threaded base of filter element over metal filter, and screw it into place until snug.
4. Make sure o-ring on threaded base of bowl is in place and fully seated into groove.
5. Place bowl over filter and screw into place until snug.
6. Using leak detector fluid (P/N 4-004489-00), verify that bowl does not leak.
7. Install fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.2).

8.15.10.6 Oxygen and air pressure switches (PS1 and PS2)

8.15.10.6.1 Removing PS1 and PS2
1. Remove fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.1).
2. Remove oxygen filter assembly (Section 8.15.10.5.3).
3. Disconnect harness from terminals at top of applicable switch (Figure 8-59).
4. Using 9/16-in. open-end wrench, loosen pressure switch (Figure 8-60). Remove.

Figure 8-60. Pressure switches

8.15.10.6.2 Installing pressure switches (PS1 and PS2)

The pressure switch located directly behind the oxygen filter must be installed first.
1. Make sure o-ring is properly seated at top of threaded base on pressure switch
(Figure 8-60); then screw pressure switch into place (Figure 8-59).
2. Using 9/16-in. open-end wrench, tighten pressure switch until snug. Do not overtighten.
3. Connect harness to top of switch. Make sure connectors are tight and that they make
contact with switch.
4. Install oxygen filter assembly (Section 8.15.10.5.4). Using leak detector fluid
(P/N 4-004489-00), verify that bowl does not leak.
5. Install fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.2).

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8.15.10.7 PSOL cartridge

Caution
Use care when removing and installing the PSOL cartridge. Mishandling can damage the PSOL
manifold or cartridge, resulting in leaks.

8.15.10.7.1 Removing PSOL cartridge

1. Remove fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.1).
2. Pull inspiratory module out to access PSOLs:
a. Remove two screws that retain inspiratory module.
b. Firmly grasp bottom of inspiratory module, by air and oxygen inlet fittings. Pull
module out of BDU chassis until nylon line atop PSOL manifold is visible (Figure 8-61).
3. At top of PSOL manifold, insert blade of small, flat-bladed screwdriver into etched notch
adjacent to nylon line. Slide blade under nylon line and pull line up, creating a loop.
Grasp loop and pull line completely out.
4. Disconnect appropriate PSOL harness from inspiratory electronics PCB. PSOL at your left
is air PSOL (PSOL2); PSOL at your right is oxygen PSOL (PSOL1).

Caution
Place the PSOL cartridge on a clean work surface. Do not drop the assembly.

5. Carefully pull cartridge out of PSOL manifold and set on a clean work surface. Verify that
all four o-rings are present and in good condition.

Nylon Nylon
line line

Oxygen
PSOL
(PSOL1)

Air PSOL
(PSOL2)

Figure 8-61. Replacing PSOL cartridge

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8.15.10.7.2 Installing PSOL cartridge

If the PSOLs were difficult to remove, lubricate the o-rings with a very thin application of
Krytox™* grease before reinstalling.
1. Orient body of PSOL cartridge (Figure 8-61) so that PSOL harness reaches inspiratory
electronics PCB connector.
2. Insert cartridge into manifold base and gently press until cartridge is fully seated.
3. Connect PSOL harness to inspiratory electronics PCB connector (P5=oxygen, P6=air).
4. Insert both ends of nylon line into slots on top of manifold. Guide lines into manifold
until one end reaches bottom of slot. Feed any remaining line into opposite slot.
5. Press nylon line into groove at top of slots until it is flush with PSOL manifold surface.
6. Slide inspiratory module back into BDU.
7. Install two mounting screws that secure module to BDU chassis. Tighten until snug.
8. Install fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.2).

8.15.10.8 Removing inspiratory module

1. Remove fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.1).
2. Remove two screws that secure inspiratory module (Figure 8-62) to BDU chassis.
3. Firmly grasp bottom of inspiratory module, by air and oxygen inlet fittings, and pull
module out of BDU chassis. Place module on firm, ESD-protected, work surface.

Inspiratory
module

Figure 8-62. Removing inspiratory module

8.15.10.9 Leak testing inspiratory module

Before installing the inspiratory module, leak-test it as follows, referring to Figure 8-62.
1. Place inspiratory module on firm surface.
2. Connect compressed air and oxygen sources to inspiratory module.
3. Using small brush, apply leak detector fluid (P/N 4-004489-00) to these locations.
• Base of air and oxygen flow sensors
• Transfer tubes
• Check valve assembly
• Regulator inlet/outlet ports
• Oxygen/air inlets

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If a connection leaks, repair and retest module.

4. Dry all leak detector fluid from chassis.

8.15.10.10 Installing inspiratory module

1. Leak-test inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.9).
2. Firmly grasp bottom of inspiratory module, by air and oxygen inlet fittings and align
inspiratory module with slots in inspiratory compartment (Figure 8-62).
3. Carefully slide module into inspiratory compartment and to back of BDU chassis.
4. Install two screws that secure inspiratory module to BDU chassis and tighten until snug.
Do not overtighten.
5. Install fascia panel (Section 8.15.10.5.2).

8.15.10.11 Oxygen sensor (OS)

The oxygen sensor should be replaced every year or as often as necessary.
Newer Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System BDU covers have an access port located on
the top right edge of the BDU. This access port facilitates convenient access to the oxygen
sensor for the purpose of replacement by medical staff. (Refer to Section 8.15.10.11.1 for
replacement instructions.)
Replacement of the oxygen sensor on ventilators without this access port requires removal of
the inspiratory module. (Refer to Section 8.15.10.11 for replacement instructions.)

NOTE:
If you are replacing a BDU cover without an access port with a BDU cover that has an
access port, you must also replace the inspiratory electronics PCB (see Section
8.15.10.14.1and Section 8.15.10.14.2).

8.15.10.11.1 Oxygen sensor replacement with access port

1. Locate the flexible oxygen sensor access cover on the top right edge of the BDU housing.
2. Firmly push the center of the lower flap of the access cover until the lower flap is
dislodged from the housing.

Figure 8-63. Opening oxygen sensor access port

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3. Pinch the bottom and top flaps of the access cover firmly together and pull the access
cover away from the housing to remove.

NOTE:
The access cover is permanently attached to the instrument by a retaining strap.

4. Press wire retainer tab away from the connector to release the sensor cable connector.
and gently remove the connector from the oxygen sensor.

Access port
cover

Cover
retaining
strap

Sensor
Check Valve
harness
Housing

Wire retainer tab

Oxygen
Sensor sensor
harness
connector

Figure 8-64. Detail of oxygen sensor

5. Remove the oxygen sensor from check valve housing.

6. Slide the new o-ring onto the threaded end of the replacement oxygen sensor. Seat the
o-ring snugly against the sensor base above the threads.

Caution
Ensure that the oxygen sensor o-ring is properly seated on the sensor before installing
in the ventilator. Failure to properly seat the o-ring may result in leaks.

7. Insert the threaded end of the oxygen sensor into the cavity on the check valve housing
and finger-tighten the sensor without using excessive force. As the sensor is installed,
ensure that it is not cross-threaded.

Caution
To prevent cracking of the sensor body, do not overtighten as you screw it into place on
the check valve housing.

8. Connect the sensor harness connector to the oxygen sensor with the ridge on the cable
connector oriented towards the wire retainer tab on the oxygen sensor.
9. Replace the access port cover by first sliding its top flap into the opening on the top of
the BDU housing.

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10. Using both thumbs, seat the port cover in the port by press the two outside corners of
the lower flap at the juncture of the housing edge, fitting the into the housing opening.
11. Continue using both thumbs and firmly press the lower flap into place, working around
the flap from the outside corners to the bottom center to seal the access cover. Be sure
that the cover properly seals the housing opening.
12. Calibrate oxygen sensor by pressing 100% O2/CAL 2 min key. Verify that the calibration
passes.
13. Run an SST to check the system before placing the ventilator in service.

8.15.10.11.2 Removing oxygen sensor (no access port)

If your BDU unit does not have an access port on the top right edge of the housing, use the
following instructions to replace the oxygen sensor.
1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
2. Disconnect oxygen sensor harness from the sensor (Figure 8-65). Be sure to press the wire
retainer tab inside the recess of the oxygen sensor to release the connector.
3. Unscrew oxygen sensor from PSOL manifold.

Oxygen
sensor

Figure 8-65. Replacing oxygen sensor

8.15.10.11.3 Installing oxygen sensor (OS)

1. Make sure o-ring is properly seated at top of threaded base on oxygen sensor
(Figure 8-65).

Caution
Ensure that the oxygen sensor o-ring is properly seated on the sensor before installing
in the ventilator. Failure to properly seat the o-ring may result in leaks.

2. Insert the threaded end of the oxygen sensor into the cavity on the check valve housing
and finger-tighten the sensor without using excessive force. As the sensor is installed,
ensure that it is not cross-threaded.

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Caution
To prevent cracking of the sensor body, do not overtighten as you screw it into place on
the check valve housing.

3. Connect oxygen sensor harness to sensor.

4. Install inspiratory module, as needed (Section 8.15.10.10).
5. Calibrate oxygen sensor by pressing 100% O2/CAL 2 min key.
6. Run an SST to check the system before placing vent in service.

8.15.10.12 Inspiratory check valve (CV3)

8.15.10.12.1 Removing inspiratory check valve
1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
2. Disconnect harness from oxygen sensor.
3. Remove check valve housing (Figure 8-66) from PSOL manifold by removing four screws.
Remove CV3 flap and seal.

Figure 8-66. Inspiratory check valve (CV3) assembly

8.15.10.12.2 Installing inspiratory check valve

NOTE:
If replacing an earlier version of the inspiratory check valve assembly (silver) with a
newer version (black), ensure the proper fit of the inspiratory filter. Otherwise, the
patient circuit may leak.

1. Reassemble CV3 into housing, referring to Figure 8-66.

2. Install CV3 housing to PSOL manifold with four screws.
3. Connect harness to oxygen sensor.
4. Install inspiratory module, as needed (Section 8.15.10.10).

8.15.10.13 Right-side plate

This is the plate with the inspiratory electronics PCB attached.

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8.15.10.13.1 Removing right-side plate

1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
2. Disconnect these from inspiratory electronics PCB:
• Air PSOL (PSOL2) harness from P6
• Air flow sensor (Q2) harness from P4
• Pressure switch harness from P7
• Oxygen flow sensor (Q1) harness from P3
• Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) harness from P5
• Oxygen sensor harness from P1
• Safety valve harness from P9 (adjacent to P1)
• Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1) harness from P10
• Tube from inspiratory pressure transducer (PI) port
3. Orient inspiratory module with right-side plate on top.
4. Remove six screws that secure right-side plate to chassis (Figure 8-67):
• Three flat-head screws on flat side of plate
• One screw at front of plate
• Two screws at rear of plate
5. Remove right-side plate, with inspiratory electronics PCB attached, and place on ESD-
protected mat.

Figure 8-67. Removing inspiratory module right-side plate

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8.15.10.13.2 Installing right-side plate

1. Align plate to right side of inspiratory module and press into place (Figure 8-67).
2. Install three flat-head screws on side, one pan-head screw on front, and two pan-head
screws on back.
3. Connect these to inspiratory electronics PCB:
• Tube from side of inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1) to
pressure transducer port (port farthest from PCB edge)
• SOL1 harness to P10
• Safety valve harness to P9 (adjacent to P1)
• Oxygen sensor harness to P1
• Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) harness to P5
• Oxygen flow sensor (Q1) harness to P3
• Pressure switch harness to P7
• Air flow sensor (Q2) harness to P4
• Air PSOL (PSOL2) harness to P6
4. Install inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.10).

8.15.10.14 Inspiratory electronics PCB

The inspiratory electronics PCB is mounted to the right-side plate.

8.15.10.14.1 Removing inspiratory electronics PCB

1. Remove right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.1).
2. Remove six screws that secure inspiratory electronics PCB to right-side plate.
3. Carefully lift inspiratory electronics PCB off plate. Place PCB in a conductive bag or on
ESD-protected mat.

8.15.10.14.2 Installing inspiratory electronics PCB

1. Align inspiratory electronics PCB six screw locations to right-side plate. Install six screws
that secure PCB to right-side plate.
2. Install right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.2).

8.15.10.15 Left-side plate

The left-side plate is opposite the inspiratory electronics PCB mounting plate.

8.15.10.15.1 Removing left-side plate

1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
2. Remove three flat-head screws from side of left-side plate (Figure 8-68).
3. Taking care not to contaminate seal adhesive, carefully peel seal away from left-side
plate. If seal is damaged, refer to Chapter 9 for replacement adhesive tape.
4. Remove one screw from rear of plate.
5. Remove two screws from front of plate. One screw is under seal.
6. Carefully lift left-side plate off inspiratory module.

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3 screws on
left side of
left-side plate

1 screw at front
of left-side plate
2 screws at rear
of left-side plate

Figure 8-68. Replacing inspiratory module left-side plate

8.15.10.15.2 Installing left-side plate

1. Align plate (Figure 8-68) to left side of inspiratory module and press into place.
2. Install and slightly tighten two pan-head screws on front, one pan-head screw on rear,
and three flat-head screws on side. Tighten all screws until snug. Do not overtighten.
3. Reinstall adhesive seal where it was peeled back.

NOTE:
If seal is damaged, refer to Chapter 9 for replacement adhesive tape.

4. Install inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.10).

8.15.10.16 PSOL manifold

8.15.10.16.1 Removing PSOL manifold
1. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
2. Remove four flat-head screws that retain PSOL manifold, from both right- and left-side
plates (Figure 8-69).
3. Disconnect harnesses from inspiratory electronics PCB, as required.
4. Disconnect SOL1/PSOL manifold interconnect tube from PSOL manifold.
5. Gently pull manifold away from inspiratory module. The flow sensors should be attached
to the manifold.
6. Place manifold on clean work surface.

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PSOL
manifold

Remove
(4 PL)

Figure 8-69. PSOL manifold ready for removal

8.15.10.16.2 Installing PSOL manifold

NOTE:
The PSOL manifold slides between the left- and right-side plates. If the fit is too tight,
loosen the flat-head screw on the left side plate, allowing the plate to be lifted
slightly to provide sufficient clearance for the manifold.

1. Align flow sensor tubes on PSOL manifold to vents on air sensor manifold and gently
press manifold until tubes fully seat into vents.
2. Install four flat-head screws that secure PSOL manifold to right- and left-side plates
(Figure 8-69). Tighten screws. Do not overtighten.
3. If third flat-head screw on left-side plate was loosened to install PSOL manifold, tighten
until snug.
4. Connect tube attached to top of SOL1 to beneath PSOL manifold body.
5. Make these connections to inspiratory electronics PCB:
• Safety valve harness to P9 (this connector is located between P1 and P10)
• Oxygen sensor harness to P1
• Air PSOL (PSOL2) harness to P6
• Air flow sensor (Q2) harness to P4
• Pressure switch (PS1 and PS2) harness to P7
• Oxygen flow sensor (Q1) harness to P3
• Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1) harness to P5

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6. Install inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.10).

8.15.10.17 Oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2)

If you are installing a pair of new flow sensors, the sensors are interchangeable. However, if
you are reinstalling a flow sensor, you must install it in its previous position (air or oxygen) to
prevent contamination of the oxygen system. Always note which sensor is which before
removing the pair.
The flow sensor with the longer harness and two ferrites is Q2.

8.15.10.17.1 Removing oxygen and air flow sensors

1. Remove PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.1).
2. Gently pull sensor from PSOL manifold (Figure 8-70). Place on a clean surface to prevent
contamination.
3. If you are installing a new flow sensor, do the following:
a. Disconnect harness from existing sensor and transfer to new sensor.
b. Remove end caps from new sensor tube, and transfer to existing flow sensor tube.
PSOL
manifold

Safety
valve

Air flow
sensor
(Q2)
Oxygen
flow
sensor
(Q1)

Figure 8-70. Replacing oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) and safety valve

8.15.10.17.2 Installing oxygen and air flow sensors

1. Make sure o-rings are properly seated at each end of flow sensor tube (Figure 8-71).
2. Orienting flow sensor body as shown in Figure 8-70, gently push sensor into PSOL
manifold.
3. Install PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.2).
4. Applying leak detector fluid (P/N 4-004489-00) to bottom of flow sensor only, verify that
sensor does not leak.

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o-ring

o-ring

Figure 8-71. Oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2)

8.15.10.18 Safety valve

8.15.10.18.1 Removing safety valve (SV)
1. Remove oxygen and air flow sensors (Section 8.15.10.17.1).
2. Remove two flat-head screws that secure safety valve (Figure 8-70) to PSOL manifold.
Gently pull safety valve (Figure 8-72) out of manifold.

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Figure 8-72. Safety valve

8.15.10.18.2 Installing safety valve

1. Make sure o-ring is properly seated in groove at base of safety valve (Figure 8-72).
2. Before inserting valve into manifold, route safety valve cable under plate that seats to
manifold, toward oxygen sensor.
3. Align safety valve to two screw locations on PSOL manifold (Figure 8-70). Carefully press
base of safety valve into manifold until fully seated. Make sure safety valve cable is not
pinched between valve and manifold.
4. Install two flat-head screws that secure safety valve to PSOL manifold. Tighten until
snug. Do not overtighten.
5. Install oxygen and air flow sensors (Section 8.15.10.17.2).

Caution
To prevent component damage when installing the safety valve, do not apply leak
detector fluid.

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8.15.10.19 Check valve assembly, regulator assembly, and flow sensor manifold
8.15.10.19.1 Removing check valve assembly, regulator assembly, and flow sensor
manifold
1. Remove right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.1) and left-side plate (Section 8.15.10.15).
2. Remove PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.1).
3. Remove four inset screws that secure check valve assembly and flow sensor manifold to
inspiratory floor (Figure 8-73).
4. Disconnect oxygen vent tube from inspiratory floor.
5. Pulling in direction of check valve assembly, remove flow sensor manifold/regulator
assembly/check valve assembly from plate.
6. Pull flow sensor manifold/regulator assembly/check valve assembly apart into three
pieces as shown.

8.15.10.19.2 Installing check valve assembly, regulator assembly, and flow sensor
manifold
1. Make sure four o-rings on check valve assembly (Figure 8-73) are present and properly
positioned (two o-rings on air and oxygen ports and two o-rings in transfer tube port
cavities).
2. Align air and oxygen ports (on check valve assembly) to air and oxygen ports on
regulator assembly.
3. Gently press check valve assembly against regulator assembly until it reaches stop post.

NOTE:
It may be necessary to flex the inspiratory floor plate down in order to seat the check
valve assembly to the regulators.

4. Install two screws that secure check valve assembly to floor. Tighten screws until snug. Do
not overtighten.
5. Install PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.2).
6. Install right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.2) and left-side plate (Section 8.15.10.15.2).

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Regulator
assembly
Check
valve
assembly

Flow
sensor
manifold
Inspiratory
plate

Inspiratory
floor plate

Regulator
Check assembly
valve
assembly Flow
sensor
manifold

Figure 8-73. Disassembling flow sensor manifold/regulator assembly/check valve assembly

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8.15.10.20 Oxygen and air regulators (REG1 and REG2)

8.15.10.20.1 Removing REG1 and REG2
1. Remove regulator assembly with plate (Section 8.15.10.19.1).
2. Using 7/16-in. socket or open-end wrench, remove retaining nut that secures applicable
regulator (REG1 or REG2) to regulator plate (Figure 8-74). Remove regulator.
3. If you are removing REG1, disconnect vent tube from REG1 output port. Save for
reinstallation.

REG1 REG2
REG2

REG1 SOL1

Regulator
plate
SOL1

Regulator assembly Regulator assembly components

Figure 8-74. Removing REG1 and REG2

8.15.10.20.2 Installing REG1 and REG2

NOTE:
REG1 and REG2 are not interchangeable and must be installed in their appropriate
locations. REG1 has an output port, which distinguishes it from REG2.

1. Insert regulator in appropriate cutout in regulator plate, and align mounting screw to
plate (Figure 8-74). Using 7/16-in. socket or open-end wrench, install retaining nut and
tighten until snug.
2. If you are installing REG1, connect vent tube to REG1 output port, at bottom of
inspiratory floor plate.
3. Install regulator assembly with plate (Section 8.15.10.19.2).

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8.15.10.21 Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL1)

Caution
To prevent damage to tubing, do not attempt to remove silicone tubing from solenoid
barbed fittings. Solenoid FRUs have tubing preinstalled.

8.15.10.21.1 Removing SOL1

1. Remove right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.1) and left-side plate (Section 8.15.10.15).
2. Remove PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.1).
3. Disconnect vent tube from REG1 output port.
4. Using 7/16-in. socket or open-end wrench, remove two nuts that secure plate to
regulators (Figure 8-74). Remove plate.
5. Remove two screws that secure SOL1 to regulator assembly plate. Remove SOL1 with
tubes.

8.15.10.21.2 Installing SOL1

1. Align replacement SOL1 (with tubes attached) to two screwholes on regulator plate
(Figure 8-74). Install two screws and tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
2. Using 7/16-in. socket or open-end wrench, install two nuts that secure plate to
regulators. Remove plate.
3. Connect vent tube to REG1 output port.
4. Install PSOL manifold (Section 8.15.10.16.2)
5. Install right-side plate (Section 8.15.10.13.2) and left-side plate (Section 8.15.10.15.2).

8.15.10.22 Inspiratory floor assembly

The inspiratory floor assembly consists of three subassemblies: gas inlet manifold, air filter
head, and inspiratory floor plate. This section covers replacement of the damaged o-rings. To
replace the oxygen or air filter, refer to Section 8.15.10.4 or Section 8.15.10.6. To replace the
pressure switches, refer to Section 8.15.10.6.

8.15.10.22.1 Disassembling inspiratory floor assembly

1. Remove flow sensor manifold/regulator assembly/check valve assembly from inspiratory
floor assembly (Section 8.15.10.19.1).
2. Remove two screws that secure gas inlet manifold to floor plate. Lower floor plate to
unseat guideposts that insert into bottom of gas inlet manifold. Gently pull gas inlet
manifold away from air filter head, peeling away adhesive seal as required.

8.15.10.22.2 Reassembling inspiratory floor assembly

1. Carefully slide air filter head inlet port into cavity on gas inlet manifold. Press gas inlet
manifold until it seats flush against air filter head.
2. Hold floor with guide posts pointing up, lower air filter head into hole on mounting
plate. Align two guide posts to mounting holes on bottom of gas inlet manifold. Seat
floor until it is flush with manifold. Install seal.
3. From top of gas inlet manifold, install two screws that secure floor to manifold. Tighten
screws until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Install flow sensor manifold/regulator assembly/check valve assembly to inspiratory floor
assembly (Section 8.15.10.19.2).

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8.15.11 Exhalation module

8.15.11.1 Exhalation collector vial (ECV) and expiratory filter (F9)

1. Push the blue latch up to release collector vial/expiratory filter.
2. Remove assembly, and disassemble as required. For complete details on using the
collector vial and expiratory filter, consult the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
System Operator’s and Technical Reference Manual.

NOTE:
To ensure that all patient circuit connections are leak-tight, perform a circuit leak test
by running SST every time you install the filter on a ventilator. Consult the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical Reference
Manual.

8.15.11.2 Removing exhalation module cover

1. Remove collector vial and expiratory filter (Section 8.15.11.1).
2. Remove four screws that secure the cover to the exhalation module (Figure 8-75).
3. Slide cover off from front, making sure inside top bracket disengages from BDU chassis.

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Remove
screw

Figure 8-75. Removing exhalation module cover

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Heater Exhalation heater

harness

Fascia panel

Exhalation
Expiratory pressure check valve
transducer autozero (CV5)
solenoid (SOL2)

Ferrites

Exhalation
flow sensor
(Q3)

Exhalation
valve (EV) Exhalation port
tube

Exhalation
module
harness
Exhalation
transducer PCB

Figure 8-76. Exhalation module disassembled

8.15.11.2.1 Installing exhalation module cover

1. Make sure exhaust port is in place (Figure 8-79).
2. Align exhalation module cover (Figure 8-75) directly in front of exhalation compartment.
Slide cover straight back, allowing head screw to drop into slot of alignment bracket.
3. Align cover screw locations to BDU chassis (three on front and one on rear); then tighten
screws until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Install collector vial and expiratory filter (Section 8.15.11.1).

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8.15.11.3 Removing exhalation module

1. Remove exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2).
2. Disconnect exhalation module harness from exhalation I/O cable connector
(Figure 8-77).
3. Loosen six captive flat-head screws that secure exhalation module to BDU chassis (three
beneath collector vial/expiratory filter, one at bottom of exhalation valve, one behind
flow sensor Q3, and one at bottom front of exhalation module).
4. Slide bottom of exhalation module out from chassis; then carefully lower unit to clear
top of module. Place exhalation module on a clean work surface.

Exhalation
module
harness

Exhalation I/O cable

Exhalation connector
module

Figure 8-77. Replacing exhalation module

8.15.11.4 Installing exhalation module

1. Tilt top of exhalation module (Figure 8-77) back, and insert into top of exhalation
compartment; then slide bottom of module into compartment while aligning
(alignment) tab (on BDU chassis) to slot in exhalation module back panel. (This
alignment aligns the captive screws to the screw locations on the BDU chassis.)
2. Tighten six captive screws until snug (three beneath collector vial/expiratory filter, one at
bottom of exhalation valve, one behind flow sensor Q3, and one at bottom front of
exhalation module). Do not overtighten.
3. Connect exhalation module harness to exhalation module I/O cable. Be sure clips on each
side of cable latch into place.
4. Install exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2).

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8.15.11.5 Exhalation valve (EV)

8.15.11.5.1 Exhalation metabolic sample port
The 800 Series ventilators were initially equipped with a metabolic sample port, located on
the front fascia panel of the exhalation module (Figure 8-78). This sample port has since been
eliminated and a different style exhalation valve has been implemented.
This new exhalation valve can be used on original Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator Systems
with the metabolic sample port, but a minor modification to the exhalation module is
required. When replacing an exhalation valve with a metabolic port, you must first eliminate
the metabolic port from the unit, as described in the following instructions.

8.15.11.5.2 Eliminating the exhalation metabolic sample port

1. Remove exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.3).
2. Remove two flat-head screws that secure sample port fascia panel (Figure 8-78) to
exhalation module.
3. Unseat fascia panel and disconnect tube from sample port.
4. Using needlenose pliers, loosen plastic nut that secures sample port to fascia panel.
Remove nut, Luer fitting, and green ring.

Fascia Panel

Exhalation
Sample Port

Figure 8-78. Exhalation sample port

5. Remove and discard the sample port tubing and the Luer fitting components.
6. Cover the sample port opening in the fascia panel with the label provided with the new
exhalation valve FRU.
7. Remove exhalation valve from the exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.5.3).
8. Install new exhalation valve (Section 8.15.11.5.4).
9. Install exhalation module in BDU (Section 8.15.11.4).

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8.15.11.5.3 Removing exhalation valve

Caution
• To prevent equipment damage, do not attempt to disassemble the exhalation valve.
It is factory-tested as an assembly.
• When removing the exhalation valve, take care not to damage the flow sensor that
sits atop the exhalation valve. Do not drop or jar the valve.

1. Remove exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2).

2. Unlatch and disconnect exhalation module harness (Figure 8-79) from exhalation I/O
cable connector.
3. If necessary, gently pull top of exhaust port away from exhalation valve port; then slide
exhaust port down port guide and off exhalation valve.
4. Remove four screws that secure exhalation valve to exhalation compartment side panel.
5. While holding exhalation flow sensor (Q3) in place, maneuver exhalation valve to
disconnect it from Q3.
6. Disconnect exhalation module harness from valve.
7. Remove exhalation valve.

Expiratory Exhalation
pressure heater
transducer assembly
autozero
solenoid (SOL2)

Exhalation
flow sensor
(Q3)

Exhalation
valve (EV)

Exhaust
port and tube Exhalation
module
harness

Exhalation
transducer PCB

Figure 8-79. Replacing exhalation module components

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8.15.11.5.4 Installing exhalation valve (EV)

Caution
• When installing the exhalation valve, take care not to pinch or damage the o-ring at
the bottom of the flow sensor tube.
• Note that improperly installing the exhaust port can result in oxygen accumulation
in the exhalation compartment.

NOTE:
If replacing the exhalation valve with the newer version, note the absence of the
metabolic port. Refer to Section 8.15.11.5.1 for details regarding the elimination of
the metabolic port.

1. Connect exhalation module harness to connector on exhalation valve (Figure 8-79).

2. With exhalation valve port facing out, carefully maneuver exhalation valve so it slides up
onto bottom of flow sensor tube.
3. Connect sample port tube to top of valve.
4. Align four exhalation valve screwholes to exhalation module side panel.
5. While holding exhalation valve in place, manually insert and tighten four screws to hold
valve in place; then using screwdriver, tighten screws until snug. Do not overtighten.
6. Install exhaust port by sliding grooved portion of exhaust port onto plastic guide; then
slip top of exhaust port over exhalation port. Make sure port is firmly in place.
7. Connect exhalation module harness to exhalation I/O cable connector.
8. Install exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2.1).

8.15.11.5.5 Cleaning exhalation valve

Although the exhalation filter assembly is designed to protect the exhalation valve from
contaminates, certain particulate are small enough to pass through the filter element. Over
time, these particulate can collect on the sealing surfaces. This build-up can eventually lead to
leak failures in EST.
The functionality of the exhalation valve can be fully restored by cleaning the sealing
surfaces.
Have the following available:
• Cotton swabs, 6-inches long
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Sterile water
• Can of compressed air or equivalent
• Protective gloves
1. Remove the exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2)
2. Remove the exhalation exhaust port tube.
3. Using two cotton swabs at a time, wet the swabs with a 50% mixture of isopropyl
alcohol and sterile water.
4. Insert the cotton swabs between the poppet seal and the metallic seat of the exhalation
valve. With your index finger, lightly touch the poppet to prevent rotation while
cleaning.

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Caution
Do not attempt to remove the seal from the poppet for cleaning. Otherwise,
permanent damage to the seal may result.

5. Clean the metallic seat in a circular pattern.

6. Clean the poppet in a crosswise and circular pattern.
7. Repeat steps 3-6 again using two new cotton swabs.
8. Repeat steps 4-6 again using two new dry cotton swabs.
9. Blow the poppet and the seat lightly with a can of compressed air (or equivalent) to
ensure removal of lint or other particulate.

Caution
Care should be taken to prevent dislodging the seal from the poppet while blowing.

10. Reinstall the exhaust port tube.

11. Reinstall the exhalation module cover (Section 8.15.11.2.1).
12. Perform Exhalation Calibration.

8.15.11.6 Exhalation flow sensor (Q3)

8.15.11.6.1 Removing Q3

Caution
When disconnecting Q3, be careful not to jar or drop it.

1. Remove exhalation valve (Section 8.15.11.5.3).

2. On Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator Systems with the EMI shielded flow sensor
connector, remove the screws and washers holding the ground shield and EMI top and
bottom shields together. Remove the EMI top and bottom shields from the flow sensor
connector.
3. While holding Q3 (Figure 8-80), disconnect attached cable (Figure 8-79).
4. Gently pull Q3 down to unseat it from heater body.
5. If you are installing a new Q3, remove caps from new flow sensor, and install them on
flow sensor that you just removed.
6. Set Q3 on a clean surface to prevent contamination.
7. Inspect o-rings.

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Figure 8-80. Exhalation flow sensor (Q3)

8.15.11.6.2 Installing exhalation flow sensor (Q3)

1. If you are installing a new Q3 (Figure 8-80), remove caps from both ends.
2. Make sure o-rings at both ends of Q3 tube are in place.
3. Orient body of Q3 with harness connection facing up (Figure 8-79).
4. Gently insert longer portion of tube into heater port.

Caution
Ensure that no damage to the o-ring occurs during installation of Q3.

5. Connect cable to connector on Q3. On Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator Systems with an
EMI shield and EMI exhalation harness assembly, install the shield so that it encloses the
replacement EMI harness assembly flow sensor connector, making sure that the harness
and the ground shield cable are routed as shown in Figure 8-81 and Figure 9-19.

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proper position
of heat shrink
tubing

Open end of
ground shield
secured
between post
and chassis

Figure 8-81. Exhalation flow sensor with EMI shield installed

6. Install exhalation valve (Section 8.15.11.5.4).

8.15.11.7 Exhalation transducer PCB

8.15.11.7.1 Removing exhalation transducer PCB
1. Remove exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.3).
2. Disconnect transducer cable from exhalation transducer PCB (Figure 8-82).
3. Disconnect tube from PCB transducer port.
4. Remove three screws that secure exhalation transducer PCB to exhalation module plate.
Remove PCB and place in conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.

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Exhalation
transducer
PCB

Figure 8-82. Replacing exhalation transducer PCB

8.15.11.7.2 Installing exhalation transducer PCB

1. Align exhalation transducer PCB to three screwholes on exhalation module plate
(Figure 8-82). Install three screws that secure PCB to plate and tighten until snug. Do not
overtighten.
2. Connect tube to transducer port.
3. Connect exhalation transducer PCB cable to exhalation transducer PCB. Later model
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator Systems include a USB type connector on the Exhalation
transducer PCB and cable. Ensure that you are using the correct configuration for your
ventilator.
4. Install exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.4).

8.15.11.8 Expiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid (SOL2)

Caution
To prevent damage to tubing, do not attempt to remove silicone tubing from solenoid
barbed fittings. Solenoid FRUs have tubing preinstalled.

8.15.11.8.1 Removing SOL2

1. Remove exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.3).
2. Disconnect SOL2 tubes from exhalation module connector and exhalation transducer
PCB (Figure 8-79).
3. Disconnect harness from SOL2.
4. Remove two screws that secure SOL2 to exhalation module plate. Remove SOL2.

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8.15.11.8.2 Installing SOL2

1. Orient SOL2 so that connector on side faces downward (Figure 8-79). Install SOL2 to
exhalation module plate using two screws. Do not overtighten.
2. Connect exhalation module harness to SOL2.
3. Connect tube from top of SOL2 to connector near top of exhalation module. Connect
tube from side of SOL2 to transducer on exhalation transducer PCB.
4. Install exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.4).

8.15.11.9 Exhalation heater (EXH HTR) and check valve (CV5)

Caution
The exhalation heater may be hot. Be careful when removing it.

8.15.11.9.1 Removing exhalation heater (EXH HTR) and check valve (CV5)
1. Remove exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.3).
2. Disconnect exhalation heater (Figure 8-83) cable from exhalation module harness.
3. Loosen three screws that secure heater to module.
4. Gently lift heater to separate it from flow sensor tube. Place heater on flat surface.
5. Gently remove check valve from orifice on exhalation module.

Exhalation
heater

Exhalation heater

Exhalation check valve (CV5)

Figure 8-83. Replacing exhalation heater (EXH HTR) and check valve (CV5)

8.15.11.9.2 Installing exhalation heater (EXH HTR) and check valve (CV5)
1. Inspect seal surrounding orifice that supports exhalation check valve for cracks or
damage. Replace CV5 assembly if required (seal is part of assembly).
2. Make sure leaf is lying flat, then place check valve (Figure 8-83) (leaf side up) into groove
of seal surrounding orifice.
3. Make sure o-ring at top of flow sensor tube is in place.

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4. Align heater over flow sensor tube and gently press heater assembly onto tube while
aligning three screw locations to exhalation module.
5. Tighten three screws until snug. Do not overtighten.
6. Connect heater cable to exhalation module harness.
7. Install exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.4).

8.15.12 BDU housing

8.15.12.1 Removing BDU housing

The BDU housing must be removed from the chassis to access the motherboard PCB, alarm,
humidifier receptacle, and blindmate cable assemblies. Remove the housing from the chassis
as follows, referring to Figure 8-84.
1. Remove BDU (Section 8.15.1).
2. Remove power supply assembly (Section 8.15.7.1).
3. Remove inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.8).
4. Remove exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.3).
5. Disconnect BDU LED PCB cable from PCB connector on top inside plate of exhalation
compartment.
6. Slip BDU LED PCB cable through slot to inside of chassis.
7. Reach inside power supply cavity, and disconnect harnesses from power indicator and
power switch.
8. From inside exhalation compartment, remove two screws and locking blocks that secure
exhalation I/O cable connector to chassis.
9. Stretch silicone gasket over and off of exhalation I/O cable connector.
10. Remove these 10 screws that attach BDU plastic housing to BDU chassis:
• Four flat-head screws that attach humidifier plate to BDU chassis
• One screw at vent inside inspiratory compartment
• Two screws on left side of AC panel
• One screw from ceiling of power supply compartment
• Two flat-head screws above card cage
11. From rear of BDU, lift plastic housing up and tilt it forward over front of chassis.
12. Slide exhalation I/O cable connector back into chassis. To accomplish this, it is helpful to
slide your hand between card cage body and plastic rear housing of exhalation
compartment. This allows you to maneuver plastic housing when positioning connector
to slide through slot.

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Power
switch
Power
indicator

Gasket AC panel
Exhalation
I/O cable
connector

Figure 8-84. Removing BDU housing

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8.15.12.2 Installing BDU housing

1. From front of BDU, align plastic housing to front of BDU. Route exhalation I/O and BDU
LED PCB cables through openings. Place plastic housing over chassis.
2. Install these eleven screws:
• One screw at vent inside inspiratory compartment
• One screw and washer inside power supply compartment
• Two flat-head screws above card cage
• Two screws on left side of AC panel
• Four flat-head screws that attach humidifier plate to BDU chassis
3. Stretch silicone gasket over exhalation I/O cable and position in place.

Warning
To reduce the risk of fire hazard due to oxygen enrichment in the power supply
compartment, make sure the gasket forms a complete seal between the exhalation
module and power supply compartment.

4. From inside exhalation compartment, install two screws and standoffs that secure
exhalation I/O cable connector to chassis. Make sure latching block “barbs” are facing
out.
5. Reach inside power supply compartment and connect harness to power indicator and
power switch.
6. Connect BDU LED PCB cable to PCB.
7. Install exhalation module (Section 8.15.11.4).
8. Install inspiratory module (Section 8.15.10.10).
9. Install power supply assembly (Section 8.15.7.2).
10. Install BDU (Section 8.15.4).

8.15.12.3 Motherboard PCB

8.15.12.3.1 Removing motherboard PCB
1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Remove upper and lower card guides from inside card cage (Figure 8-85). Gently pry end
of guide to snap connecting tab out of insert.

Caution
Be careful not to damage the upper and lower card guides.

3. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, loosen two captive screws on each of four
blindmate cables connected to motherboard PCB (Figure 8-86). Disconnect cables.
4. Using 3/16-in. nutdriver, remove eight standoffs that secure motherboard PCB
connectors to chassis.
5. Remove seven screws that secure motherboard PCB to back panel of card cage
(Figure 8-85). Gently remove motherboard PCB through card cage opening.
6. Place PCB in a conductive bag or on ESD-protected mat.

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Screw
(7 PL)

Card
guide

Motherboard

Figure 8-85. Removing motherboard PCB

8.15.12.3.2 Installing motherboard PCB

1. Carefully insert motherboard PCB into card cage (Figure 8-85 and Figure 8-86) and align
D-sub connectors with cutouts in chassis.
2. Using a 3/16” nutdriver install eight standoffs but do not tighten.
3. Install seven screws that secure motherboard PCB to back panel of card cage. Tighten
until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Using a 3/16” nutdriver tighten eight standoffs until snug. Do not overtighten.
5. Connect four blindmate cables to motherboard PCB. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed
screwdriver, tighten two captive screws (per cable) to each of four connectors. Do not
overtighten.
6. Install card guides.
7. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.12.4 BDU alarm assembly

8.15.12.4.1 Removing BDU alarm assembly
1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Remove two screws that secure harness to BDU alarm assembly (Figure 8-86).
3. Unscrew ring at front of alarm. Remove alarm from mounting bracket.

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BDU alarm
assembly

Alarm
blindmate
cable

Standoff
(8 PL)
Inspiratory
blindmate
cable

DC power supply
blindmate cable

Exhalation
I/O cable

Figure 8-86. BDU alarm and motherboard PCB cable connections

8.15.12.4.2 Installing BDU alarm assembly

1. Position BDU alarm assembly so that speaker portion is inserted through bracket facing
back of BDU and so that polarity notch is aligned with bracket (Figure 8-86).
2. Screw alarm ring onto threaded base. Tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
3. Using two screws, connect harness to alarm.
4. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.13 Power indicator

Warning
To prevent electrical shock hazard, always unplug the power cord from facility power
and disconnect the BPS cable from the power supply assembly before servicing AC
components.

8.15.13.1 Removing power indicator

1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Remove screw that secures sleeve to indicator (Figure 8-52). Remove insert and sleeve;
save for reinstallation. Push indicator through opening.

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Power indicator

Figure 8-87. Replacing power indicator

8.15.13.2 Installing power indicator

1. From front of BDU, insert indicator (Figure 8-52). Place sleeve over indicator. Place insert
over sleeve and secure with screw.
2. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.13.3 Alarm blindmate cable

8.15.13.3.1 Removing alarm blindmate cable
1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Remove four screws that retain AC panel to chassis from rear of AC panel.
3. Cut tie wraps used to bundle this harness with other harnesses or to secure it to chassis.
4. Detach harness from BDU alarm assembly (Figure 8-86) by removing two screws.
5. Detach harness from power relay (Figure 8-88) by using needlenose pliers to disconnect
two fast-on connectors. Pull these two wires back through grommet and through
blindmate cable opening at rear of power supply compartment cavity.
6. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, loosen two captive screws that secure cable
to motherboard PCB connector (Figure 8-86). Disconnect cable.

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AC filter PCB Main circuit

Power breaker (CB1)
relay (K1)

filter Auxiliary
(compressor/humidifier)
circuit breaker (CB2)

Figure 8-88. Cable connections to AC panel

8.15.13.3.2 Installing alarm blindmate cable

1. Connect cable to motherboard PCB. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, tighten
two captive screws until snug (Figure 8-86).
2. Connect cable to power relay (Figure 8-88):
a. Route clear plastic tube containing black and red wires through opening into power
supply compartment and through grommet into AC power distribution area.
b. Using needlenose pliers, connect two fast-on connectors to relay. The red wire goes to
terminal 10. The black wire goes to terminal 12.
3. Connect cable to BDU alarm assembly with two screws (Figure 8-86).
4. Install four screws that retain AC panel to chassis from rear of AC panel. Tighten until
snug. Do not overtighten.
5. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.13.4 Inspiratory blindmate cable

Replacing the inspiratory blindmate cable requires an 11/32-in. nutdriver with a 6-in.
(15.2-cm) shaft or a socket wrench with a 6-in. (15.2-cm) extension.

8.15.13.4.1 Removing inspiratory blindmate cable

1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, loosen two captive screws that secure
inspiratory blindmate cable to motherboard PCB connector (Figure 8-86). Disconnect
cable.
3. Using 11/32-in. nutdriver or socket wrench, remove three nuts that secure cable to
chassis (Figure 8-89).
4. Gently feed firewall gasket into inspiratory compartment. Feed rest of cable through
power supply module compartment into inspiratory module, and remove.

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To inspiratory
module Inspiratory
blindmate
cable

To motherboard PCB

Figure 8-89. Replacing inspiratory blindmate cable

8.15.13.4.2 Installing inspiratory blindmate cable

1. Feed cable’s D-sub connector through inspiratory and power supply compartments.
2. Connect cable to motherboard PCB. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, tighten
captive screws until snug (Figure 8-86). Do not overtighten.
3. Seat gasket firmly in firewall to create a complete seal. The hole for the cable should be
towards the bottom of the gasket.

Warning
To reduce the risk of fire hazard due to oxygen enrichment in the power supply
compartment, make sure the gasket forms a complete seal between the inspiratory
module and power supply compartment.

4. Place bracket over chassis studs and secure with three locknuts. Using 11/32-in. nutdriver
or socket wrench, tighten until snug (Figure 8-89). Do not overtighten.
5. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.13.5 DC power supply blindmate cable

Replacing the DC power blindmate cable requires #1 Phillips screwdriver with a minimum 6-
in. (15.2-cm) shaft.

8.15.13.5.1 Removing DC power supply blindmate cable

1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, loosen two captive screws that secure DC
power supply blindmate cable to motherboard PCB connector (Figure 8-86). Disconnect
cable.
3. Allow for access to DC power supply blindmate cable retaining screws:
a. Remove inspiratory blindmate cable (Section 8.15.13.4.1).
b. Remove four chassis-retaining screws from rear of AC panel.
4. Remove two screws that secure cable (Figure 8-90) to chassis. Feed both connectors into
power supply compartment, and remove cable.

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DC power
To supply
power blindmate
supply cable

To
motherboard PCB

Figure 8-90. Replacing DC power supply blindmate cable

8.15.13.5.2 Installing DC power supply blindmate cable

1. Feed cable's D-sub connector through power supply compartment.
2. Connect cable to motherboard PCB. Using 1/8-in. (3-mm) flat-bladed screwdriver, tighten
two captive screws until snug (Figure 8-86). Do not overtighten.
3. Align bracket end of cable with mounting holes and secure with two flat-head screws,
one through inspiratory module and one through AC power distribution compartment.
Tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Install inspiratory blindmate cable (Section 8.15.13.4.2).
5. Install four chassis-retaining screws at rear of AC panel.
6. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

8.15.13.6 AC power supply blindmate harness

8.15.13.6.1 Removing AC power supply blindmate harness
1. Remove BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.1).
2. Remove four chassis-retaining screws from rear of AC panel.
3. Cut tie wraps that secure harness to chassis or to other harnesses, as required.Cut tie
wraps that secure the harness to the chassis or to other harnesses, as required.
4. Disconnect harness from AC filter PCB and ground stud in AC panel.
5. Remove two flat-head screws securing harness bracket to front of chassis. Remove
harness (Figure 8-91) through power supply compartment.

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To AC power
power Bracket supply
indicator blindmate
harness
To AC
receptacle

To power
supply

To AC panel
ground stud

Figure 8-91. Replacing AC power supply blindmate harness

8.15.13.6.2 Installing AC power supply blindmate harness

Warning
To reduce the risk of fire hazard due to oxygen enrichment in the power supply
compartment, make sure the gasket forms a complete seal between the inspiratory
module and power supply compartment.

1. Insert harness into power supply compartment (Figure 8-91).

2. Route blue, brown, and green wires through round grommet into AC power distribution
compartment.
3. Install harness bracket to chassis with two flat-head screws.
4. Route power indicator LED cable (with black sleeving) behind blindmate cables and
through top of chassis.
5. Using two small tie wraps, secure power indicator LED cable and other wires to power
supply wall at two places. Cut tie wrap ends flush with the tie wrap body.
6. Connect blue wire to top left-hand terminal of AC filter PCB (PCB viewed from back,
rightside up) (Figure 8-88). Connect brown wire to top right-hand terminal of AC filter
PCB. Connect green wire to top left-hand ground stud.
7. Verify that wires move freely in bracket and are not obstructed by other wires in area.

Caution
The obstruction of the harness within the bracket could prevent proper alignment of
power supply contacts.

8. Using two small tie wraps, rebundle wires on either side of round grommet. Cut tie wrap
ends flush with the tie wrap body.
9. Install four chassis-retaining screws at rear of AC panel.
10. Install BDU housing (Section 8.15.12.2).

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8.15.14 Release handle

8.15.14.1 Removing release handle

1. Remove BDU (Section 8.15.1).
2. Slide BDU out from its mounting bracket and lay unit, face up, on a firm work surface.
3. Remove three flat-head screws that secure latch slide mount to bottom of chassis.
4. Slide loop portion of release handle out of bracket and remove handle and slide mount.

8.15.14.2 Installing release handle

1. Slide loop portion of release handle into bracket slot. Ensure spring is on inside of
bracket.
2. Align latch slide mount to three screw locations at bottom of chassis.
3. Install three flat-head screws and tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Install BDU (Section 8.15.4).

8.16 806 compressor unit

NOTE:
The 806 compressor unit is the replacement for the 804 compressor assembly.

The 806 compressor unit is a detachable module consisting of the compressor, compressor
PCB, accumulator, and heat exchanger. The compressor unit is mountable only when used
with the optional cart.
Most routine repairs and preventive maintenance to the compressor unit require that the
compressor be removed from the cart. This section describes how to perform service and
repairs on the 806 compressor, as well as performance verification.
To ensure that reassembly is correctly done, label all wires and tube positions before you
begin disconnecting parts. Take precautions to prevent dirt and other particles from entering
the interior of the compressor. Always properly dispose of the original parts that have been
replaced by new parts.
Replacement parts for the original compressor, model 804, are no longer available. Contact
Covidien Technical Support for additional information.
Be sure to read all applicable instructions completely before disassembly.

8.17 Servicing the 806 compressor

NOTE:
To disconnect a pneumatic hose held in place by a compressible clip, use flat-nosed
pliers to compress the nubs on the clamp. Slide the clamp up the hose 1 to 2 inches.

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Compressor
handle

Compressor module
(slide forward)

Caster (facing out)

Figure 8-92. 806 compressor mounted on cart

8.17.1 Compressor inlet filter

The compressor inlet filter provides pre-filtration for the compressor inlet silencer filter. The
inlet filter is located in the top front panel of the compressor.
Remove and clean the filter more often than the recommended PM (Preventative
Maintenance) schedule of every 250 hours if necessary. Some environments can cause
particulate to collect more quickly.

8.17.2 Removing and installing the compressor inlet filter

1. To remove inlet filter, gently pull at one corner.
2. Wash the filter in a mild soap solution.
3. Rinse filter well and dry thoroughly to ensure an unrestricted flow of air through the
compressor compartment. Replace filter if damaged.
4. To install the inlet filter, align the clean dry filter over the opening in the front panel of
the compressor. Gently tuck in the edges of the filter.

8.17.3 Removing compressor from cart

8.17.3.1 Disconnecting compressor from BDU

1. Disconnect the ventilator power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Disconnect the high pressure hoses.
3. Disconnect the following:
• compressor power cable
• compressor data cable
• compressor supply hose

8.17.3.2 Removing compressor from cart

1. Disconnect the ventilator power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Disconnect the high pressure hoses.

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3. Confirm the compressor is fully disconnected from the BDU.

4. If you are removing the compressor from the RTA cart, remove the cart accessory drawer
and 803 BPS, if present, to allow room for the compressor data cable to clear the cart.
5. Orient the cart with the front casters facing out. Lock front casters in place.
6. Loosen the two captive screws under the bottom shelf at the rear of the cart. (These
screws secure the compressor to the cart.)
7. If you are removing the compressor from the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart, remove the bezel from the front of the BPS assembly.
8. Slide the compressor to the front of the cart.
9. Grasp the handles on both sides of the compressor and gently lift.

Warning
To prevent personal injury and equipment damage, have someone assist you when
lifting the heavy ventilator and its components, including the 803 BPS.

10. Place compressor on a strong, firm work surface.

8.17.4 Removing top cover

1. Remove the top cover assembly from the compressor.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the four (4) Phillips screws that secure the cover to the rear
panel.
3. Loosen the four (4) screws (two on each side) that secure the cover to the side panels.
4. Lift the top cover assembly off the compressor and set aside.
5. Remove the main inlet filter and support baffle by lifting them out of the unit.

Figure 8-93. Top cover removed from compressor

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8.17.5 Installing top cover

1. Place the main inlet filter and support baffle into position at top of front panel.
2. Place the top cover assembly on the compressor.
3. Tighten the four (4) screws (two on each side) to secure the cover to the side panels.

8.17.6 Cooling fans

The cooling fans provide a source of ambient air to cool both the heat exchanger and the
exhaust heat from the compressor.

8.17.6.1 Removing a cooling fan

1. Remove the top cover and panels (Section 8.17.4).
2. Using diagonal cutting pliers, cut and discard the tie wraps securing the fan cable to the
fan’s upper inside mounting screws.

Caution
When removing the fan hardware:
• Be careful not to drop the screws or washers into the plenum assembly and onto the
heat exchanger.
• Be careful not to misplace the star washers as they provide ground to the fans.

3. Facing the front of the compressor, remove the four (4) Phillips screws and star washers
that secure the fan to the top of the plenum assembly.
4. Disconnect the electrical cable from the fan.
5. Remove the fan.

Figure 8-94. Fans installed in compressor

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8.17.6.2 Installing a fan

Caution
Verify the flow direction of the fan prior to installing the fan in place. The flow should
be directed into the compressor compartment.

1. Based on flow direction, properly orient the replacement fan and place over the hole in
the plenum assembly.
2. Connect the fan cord to the fan and place the fan on the fan-support panel.
3. Reinstall the four (4) screws and star washers.
4. Secure the fan cable to the fan’s mounting screw with a cable tie.
5. Reinstall the baffle and intake filter.
6. Reinstall top cover and secure screws.

8.17.7 Removing the back panel

1. Remove the top cover and set aside (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove the six (6) Phillips screws from the sides of the rear panel and set them aside.
3. Lean the top of the back panel away from the compressor (Figure 8-95).
4. While supporting the back panel, slide the compressible hose clamp back and disconnect
the hose from the accumulator intake port.
5. Remove the accumulator and back panel from the compressor. Set aside.

8.17.8 Reinstalling the back panel

1. While supporting the back panel, reconnect the hose to the accumulator intake port.
2. Reposition the hose clamp to secure the hose to the accumulator intake port.
3. Position the back panel on rear of compressor.
4. Replace the six (6) Phillips screws from the sides of the back panel.
5. Reinstall the top cover (Section 8.17.5).

Four (4) nuts

Fitting
and Accumulator
o-ring (4) intake port

Figure 8-95. Removing the back panel of the compressor

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8.17.9 Replacing an accumulator fitting and o-ring

Each of the four accumulators has a fitting with an o-ring that connects the accumulator to
the accumulator intake port.
1. Remove back panel (Section 8.17.7).
2. While supporting the back panel, disconnect the hose from the accumulator intake port.
3. Using a nut driver, remove the four (4) nuts that secure the bottles to the rear panel.
4. Remove the accumulator assembly from the back panel.
5. Remove the compressible hose clamps and disconnect the hoses from either side of the
accumulator.
6. Unscrew the accumulator fitting and remove from the bottle.
7. Replace the accumulator fitting, applying a small amount of Krytox™* grease to the o-
ring before reinstalling on the accumulator.
8. Resecure the hoses to the accumulator with the compressible hose clamps.
9. Reinstall the accumulator assembly and place the accumulator cover over the four (4)
studs.
10. Secure the accumulator assembly to the back panel using four (4) nuts. Hand tighten.

8.17.10 Pneumatic hoses

NOTE:
• To prevent the shredding of the silicone hoses when disconnecting from
barbed fittings, gently pull while turning the hose.
• Use a flat-nosed pliers to compress the nubs on compressible clamp.

8.17.10.0.1 Disconnecting pneumatic hoses

1. Remove top cover (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove rear panel assembly (Section 8.17.7).
3. Using a 3/16" flathead screwdriver, loosen the screw on the hose clamp that secures the
pressure transducer to the compressor PCB.
4. Disconnect the tube from the PCB. (See Figure 8-98.)
5. Disconnect the main supply hose at the solenoid filter outlet port. (See Figure 8-96.)

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Main supply hose

Solenoid filter
outlet port

0.3 micron filter (F10)

Figure 8-96. Disconnecting filter outlet port from main supply hose

6. Disconnect the hose at the heat exchanger inlet connection that runs from the
compressor outlet (Figure 8-97).

Disconnect
inlet connection
here

Figure 8-97. Disconnecting heat exchanger inlet connection

7. Disconnect the hose at the water trap outlet that runs to the air dryer inlet port.
8. Loosen the two (2) Phillips screws that secure the internal plenum panel to the left and
right panels.
9. Loosen the two (2) Phillips screws that secure the external plenum panel the left and
right panels.

8.17.11 Plenum assembly

The plenum assembly contains the cooling fans, heat exchanger, AC and DC cables, and the
compressor air supply hose. The plenum assembly is accessed by removing the top cover and
accumulator assembly, which is mounted to the back panel, and the electrical connections
from the compressor PCB.

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8.17.11.1 Removing the plenum assembly

1. Remove top cover (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove rear panel assembly (Section 8.17.7).
3. Disconnect the electrical cables from the compressor PCB as follows (Figure 8-98):
• Solenoid cable at J1
• Two (2) fan cables at J2 and J3.
• AC input cord at J6
• Motor cable at J5
4. Release the data cable by sliding the lock bracket up and carefully disconnecting the
cable.
5. Use a 11/32" nut driver to remove the nut securing the ground cable to the grounding
lug. (Locate the ground connection on the plenum base, adjacent to the compressor
PCB.)
6. Disconnect the grounding cable and reinstall the nut for reconnecting the ground later.
7. Disconnect the pneumatic hoses (Section 8.17.10.0.1).

Data cable connector

Pressure transducer
hose

Solenoid cable connector

Power cord connector

Fan connectors

Motor
cable

Figure 8-98. 806 printed circuit board (PCB)

8. Facing the rear of the compressor, place your thumbs under the edge of the plenum
assembly top panel and lift the panel free from the side panel.
9. Slightly lift (or prop open) the plenum assembly enough to gain access to the heat
exchanger ports.
10. Disconnect the hose at the heat exchanger outlet port that runs to the water trap inlet.

11. Taking care not to damage the heat exchanger fins, carefully lift the plenum assembly
from the top of the compressor and set assembly aside.

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8.17.12 Heat exchanger (HE)

8.17.12.1 Replacing the heat exchanger

1. Remove the plenum (Section 8.17.11.1).
2. Remove the four (4) screws and the two (2) heat exchanger straps that secure the heat
exchanger plate to the plenum.
3. Install the new heat exchanger assembly.
4. Secure the heat exchanger plate to the plenum with the two (2) straps and four (4)
screws. Do not overtighten these four screws.

8.17.13 Removing and replacing the AC power cord

The AC and DC cables are accessed by removing the rear access panel assembly. Verify power
is disconnected before performing this operation.
1. Remove the back cover (Section 8.17.7).
2. Disconnect the power cord from the compressor PCB (Figure 8-98).
3. Using diagonal cutters, cut the cable tie near the plenum assembly.
4. Sever the power cord.
5. Loosen the strain relief and remove and discard both halves of the cable.
6. Install a new power cord by feeding the loose pins through the strain relief.
7. Insert the power cord connector onto loose pins by placing the connector onto the PCB
and confirming the orientation.
8. Insert the brown wire into the middle socket.
9. Insert the blue wire into the right socket.
10. Remove the connector from the PCB and verify the wires are fully inserted.
11. Install a small cable tie onto the power cord just below the strain relief.
12. Reinstall the power cord onto the PCB.
13. Tighten strain relief.

8.17.14 Removing and replacing the data cable

1. Remove the back cover (Section 8.17.7).
2. Disconnect the data cable from the compressor PCB (Figure 8-98).
3. Cut the tie wrap that secures the data cable to the plenum assembly.
4. Using a screwdriver, remove the four (4) screws that secure the strain relief to the top
panel.
5. Disconnect the data ground cable from the plenum assembly.
6. Gently remove the data cable from the compressor.
7. Feed the new data cable end through the top of the plenum.
8. Secure the strain relief with four (4) screws and hand tighten.
9. Secure the data ground cable to the plenum and tighten the nut.
10. Attach the data cable to the PCB and slide its lock into place.
11. Attach the cable to the plenum assembly with a tie wrap.

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8.17.15 Compressor PCB

The removal of the compressor PCB requires the partial or complete remove of the plenum to
gain needed access.

8.17.15.1 Removing and replacing the compressor PCB

1. Remove top cover (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove rear panel (Section 8.17.7).
3. Remove plenum (Section 8.17.11.1), as needed
4. Disconnect the electrical cables from the compressor PCB as follows:
• Solenoid cable at J1
• Two (2) fan cables at J2 and J3.
• AC input cord at J6
• Motor cable at J5
5. Release the data cable by sliding the lock bracket up and carefully disconnecting the
cable.
6. Disconnect the pressure transducer hose from the PCB.
7. Remove the three screws that secure the PCB to the side panel. Set aside the screws.
8. Remove the compressor PCB by leaning the board away from the side panel and sliding
the board up toe remove it from its board retainer.

NOTE:
If you are installing a new PCB, it is necessary to transfer the compressor serial
number and operational hours information by removing the EEPROM from the old
board and transferring it to the new board.

Caution
Verify the polarity of the EEPROM before installing on the new PCB: When transferring
the EEPROM, ensure that the notch on the EEPROM matches the notch on the 806 PCB
before installing.

9. Reinstall the new board by first aligning the board with the side panel and placing the
bottom of the board into the board retainer.
10. Reattach the cable connections to the PCB as follows:
• Solenoid cable at J1
• Two (2) fan cables at J2 and J3.
• AC input cord at J6
• Motor cable at J5
11. Attach the data cable to the PCB and slide its lock into place.

8.17.16 Air dryer (dryer) and solenoid valve assembly

The air dryer assembly removes water vapor from the compressed gas supply. The solenoid
valve assembly opens to allow the compressor motor to start. The air dryer assembly is
accessed by removing the back panel assembly and disconnecting the supply tubing. The
filters are normally replaced as part of the 15,000 hour PM kit.

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8.17.16.1 Removing and reinstalling the air dryer, solenoid valve assembly, and
replacing filters
1. Remove the top cover assembly and set aside (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove the rear panel and set aside (Section 8.17.7).
3. Cut the cable tie securing the air dryer assembly to the clamp (Figure 8-99).

Air Solenoid
dryer outlet
hose filter

Air dryer
muffler/filter

Solenoid
purge outlet
hose
Cable tie

Figure 8-99. Air dryer/solenoid valve assemblies installed

4. Disconnect hose to the air dryer.

5. Grasp the air dryer and solenoid valve assembly at the top and firmly pull up to detach
from the clamp that holds the assembly in place.
6. Remove the assembly from the compressor and place on a work surface.
7. Disconnect the short hose at the solenoid purge outlet port.
8. Unscrew the air dryer filter/muffler and discard.
9. Slightly rotate the solenoid valve assembly away from the air dryer to remove the
solenoid outlet filter.
10. Unscrew the solenoid outlet filter. Set the air dryer/solenoid valve assembly aside.
11. Unscrew the barbed fitting from the end of the solenoid outlet filter. Set barbed fitting
aside and discard the filter.
12. Remove the Teflon™* tape from the threaded end of the barbed fitting.
13. Apply a new layer of Teflon™* tape.
14. Install the new solenoid outlet filter on the solenoid by screwing it in place.
15. Reattach the barbed fitting to the outlet filter by screwing it in place.
16. Rotate the solenoid valve assembly back to its original position (parallel with the air
dryer assembly).
17. Apply Teflon™* tape to the threaded end of the new air dryer filter/muffler.

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18. Install the new filter by screwing it in place. on the air dryer assembly.
19. Reconnect the short hose from the air dryer to the solenoid purge outlet fitting.
Use a flat-nose pliers to slide the hose clamp over the fitting to hold the hose in place.
20. Reinstall the air dryer and solenoid valve assembly in the compressor.
21. Secure the assembly with a cable tie (Figure 8-99) by sliding the cable tie under the
bracket and around the air dryer assembly.
22. Tighten cable tie and cut off excess.

To accumulator

Unloading To pressure
transducer (PC)
solenoid
To solenoid (SOL3) Filter (F10)

From heat
exchanger
Air dryer Filter/muffler

Figure 8-100. Air dryer and solenoid valve assemblies

8.17.17 Compressor assembly

The compressor assembly comprises the motor/compressor, motor starting capacitor, the
motor mounts, and the mounting plate. The compressor/motor is only available as part of the
15,000 hour PM kit. Refer to the PM kit instructions.

8.17.17.1 Removing the compressor assembly

1. Remove the top cover assembly and set aside (Section 8.17.4).
2. Remove the rear panel and set aside (Section 8.17.7).
3. Remove the air dryer assembly and set aside (Section 8.17.16.1).
4. Using a magnetic Phillips screwdriver, remove the four (4) Phillips screws that secure the
compressor assembly to the base of the compressor (Figure 8-101). A pair of screws are
located to the left and to the right of the compressor. Set the screws aside.
5. Grasp the compressor assembly at the top and slight lift and move the assembly toward
the rear of the unit.
6. Lift the compressor assembly out of the compressor compartment.

Warning
To prevent personal injury and equipment damage, have someone assist you when
lifting the heavy compressor assembly.

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7. Reinstall the compressor assembly by orienting the compressor assembly with the
compressor intake filter on the left.
8. Carefully lower the compressor into the compartment. Slightly tilt the compressor
forward to position in place.
9. Using a magnetic Phillips screwdriver, reinstall the four (4) original screws that secure the
compressor assembly to the base of the unit.
Water

Coalescing
filter
assembly

Figure 8-101. 806 compressor motor

8.17.17.2 Replacing the coalescing filter element

1. Remove the back panel assembly (Section 8.17.7) and set aside.
2. Remove the air dryer assembly (Section 8.17.16.1) and set aside·
3. Remove the plenum assembly (Section 8.17.11.1) and set aside.
4. Remove hose to outlet side of the coalescing filter. (Figure 8-101).

Coalescing
filter
element

Water
trap

Figure 8-102. Water trap assembly

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5. Using a magnetic Phillips screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws that secure the water
trap bracket to the base of the module. Set the screws aside.
6. Place the water trap assembly on a work surface.
7. Unscrew the ring that secures the water trap bowl to the filter head.
8. Remove the bowl and ring and set aside.
9. Unscrew the filter element retainer and set aside.
10. Verify that the o-ring is in place around the filter head.
11. Install the new coalescing filter element.
12. Replace the original filter element retainer.
13. Reinstall the water trap bowl and hold it in place by reinstalling the original ring.
14. Using a magnetic Phillips screwdriver, remount the water trap assembly bracket to the
base of the compressor using the original two (2) screws.
15. Reinstall hose on outlet side of coalescing filter.
16. Reinstall air dryer (Section 8.17.16.1).
17. Reinstall the back panel assembly (Section 8.17.8) and the plenum assembly
(Section 8.17.11.1).

8.17.18 Replacing the compressor panels

The individual panels of 806 compressor enclosure are replaceable. The front and side panels
are attached to the base assembly. The base assembly is replaced as a single unit. The panels
are accessed by first removing the rear panel, the plenum, the compressor, and the water trap
assemblies.
1. Remove the panels by first removing the following components. See the appropriate
instructions in this manual for their removal.
• Top cover assembly
• Back panel/accumulator assembly
• Plenum assembly
• Air dryer assembly
• Compressor module
• Air dryer assembly
• PCB (only replacing the right panel)
2. Remove the respective panel by loosening all of the socket head screws and sliding the
panel out.
3. Reinstall the panel by sliding the new panel under the hardware.
4. Tighten the socket head screw using an Allen driver. Do not over tighten.
5. Install the appropriate labels.
6. Reinstall all the above removed components.

NOTE:
If replacing a side panel, use the spare piece of foam in the foam kit to configure the
panel to match the panel removed. Install the Tinnerman clips to the rear of the
panel.

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8.17.19 Reinstalling the plenum assembly

While facing the rear of the compressor, lower the plenum assembly onto the compressor
while aligning the rim (at the front of the plenum assembly) to the top of the front panel.
1. Tilt the plenum assembly up enough to reconnect the hose running from the water trap
inlet to the heat exchanger outlet port.
2. Using a flat-nosed pliers, slide the hose clamp over the port to hold the hose in place.
3. Reconnect the hose running from the compressor outlet to the heat exchanger inlet
port.
4. Using a flat-nosed pliers, slide the hose clamp over the exchanger inlet port to hold the
hose in place.
5. Reconnect the pressure transducer hose to the port on the compressor PCB.
6. Slide the hose clamp over the PCB port and tighten the clamp screw to hold the hose in
place.
7. Align the plenum assembly to the side panel mounting screws and press the assembly
down in place.
Do not tighten screws at this time.
8. Reconnect pneumatic hoses (Section 8.17.16.1).

8.17.20 Reconnecting electrical cables

1. Reconnect the data cable to the compressor PCB.
2. Push the locking bracket up to lock in place.
3. Reconnect the following electrical cables to the compressor PCB:
• Two (2) fan cables at J2 and J3
• AC input cord at J6
• Motor cable at J5
4. Reconnect the ground wire connector to the ground lug at the base of the module. Use
an 11/32-inch nutdriver to tighten the nut.

NOTE:
The solenoid electrical cable also connects to the PCB at J1. Refer to reinstallation
instructions for the air dryer and solenoid valve assemblies in (Section 8.17.16).

8.17.21 Replacing the Tinnerman clips

1. Remove the Tinnerman clips by sliding them off the rear panel mounting holes.
2. With the flat-side of the clip facing out, install the new clip by sliding it over the rear
panel mounting holes.

8.17.22 Reinstalling the back panel/accumulator assembly

1. Replace the plenum assembly on the top of the compressor module.
2. Slightly tighten the four (4) Phillips screws that secure the plenum assembly to the right
and left panels.
Do not fully tighten the four Phillips screws in order to leave enough space to allow for
clearance when reinstalling the rear panel/accumulator assembly.

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3. While resting the bottom of the rear panel on the base of the unit.
4. Take the hose that connects the solenoid outlet to the accumulator inlet port and route
this hose behind the main supply hose.
5. While supporting the rear panel in place, reconnect the hose running from the main
supply tee to the accumulator inlet port.
6. Reposition the hose clamp over the inlet port to hold the hose in place.
7. Taking care not to crimp hoses or cables, press the back panel into place and secure to
the unit using the original six (6) Phillips screws.
8. Once the rear panel/accumulator assembly is secured in place, finish tightening the four
(4) Phillips screws the secure the plenum assembly to the side panels.

8.17.23 Replacing the main inlet filter and reinstalling the top
1. Reinstall the support baffle by setting on the inside slot at the top of the front panel.
It should fit easily into the slot; if not, turn the baffle over and try the other side.
2. Reinstall the compressor top cover assembly and secure in place by tightening the eight
(8) captive screws.
3. Once the top cover assembly is in place, install the new main inlet filter by pressing it
into the slot between the supporting baffle and the rear panel.
Ensure all filter edges are in place.

8.17.24 Reinstalling the compressor module

Warning
To prevent personal injury and equipment damage, have someone assist you when
lifting the heavy ventilator and its components.

1. Reinstall the compressor onto the cart and secure using the captive hardware on the
cart.
2. Reattach and secure the compressor data cable.
3. Reattach the compressor power cord.
4. Secure the power cord using the power cord retainer. Secure the retainer with two (2)
screws.
5. Reattach the compressor supply tube.

8.17.25 Running performance verification test

It is necessary to run a Performance Verification on the entire ventilator, as described in
Chapter 5 of this manual.

8.18 Backup power source (BPS)

There are 2 BPS units available — the 802 BPS and the 803 BPS. Both units consist of a +24 V
battery pack and corresponding charging circuitry on its PCB assembly. The battery and
related components are enclosed in a sturdy aluminum chassis and mounted to the (optional)
RTA cart.

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8.18.1 Removing the 802 or 803 BPS

Warning
Lock

Lock cart in place by locking casters prior to removing and replacing BPS or working
with cart.

1. Loosen two captive screws that secure battery cable to connector on side of power
supply assembly. Disconnect cable.
2. Loosen two screws at rear of 802 BPS. Loosen three screws of 803 BPS to unfasten 803
BPS from mounting bracket.
3. Slide 802 BPS forward off slide mounts and place unit on a firm work surface (Figure 8-
103).
4. If removing the 803 BPS, slide the 803 BPS from its mounting bracket (toward the front
of the cart) and place on a firm work surface.

GUI mount

BPS

Rear caster
(2 PL)

Front caster
(2 PL)

Figure 8-103. 802 BPS and RTA cart

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8.18.2 Installing 802 BPS

1. If necessary, install BPS rails and drawer to cart.
2. From front of cart, slide brackets at top of BPS onto rails, then push BPS to back (Figure
8-103). Secure BPS to rails with captive screws.
3. Open protective cover on BDU connector, and connect BPS cable to BDU (Figure 8-104).
Tighten captive screws.

Back of BPS

BPS
cable

Figure 8-104. Connecting BPS to BDU on RTA cart

8.18.3 Installing 803 BPS

Before installing the 803 Backup Power Source:
• Turn off and unplug the ventilator from AC power.
• Disconnect and remove the graphic user interface (GUI) and breath delivery unit (BDU)
from the cart.

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• If present, disconnect and remove the compressor, 802 backup power source, and
accessory drawer from the cart.
1. Lay the empty cart down. Remove the two screws (four total) that attach the two
existing BPS mounting brackets to the cart. Remove the two screws that attach the
accessory drawer bracket to the cart (Figure 8-105).

Figure 8-105. Removing existing brackets

2. Remove the three screws that attach the mounting bracket/backstop to the back of the
new BPS and set aside (Figure 8-106).

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Figure 8-106. Remove screws from 803 BPS bracket backstop

3. Slide the mounting bracket off the BPS (Figure 8-107).

Figure 8-107. Slide bracket off 803 BPS

4. The mounting bracket ships with the backstop positioned for use with ventilators that
do not include a compressor. If the system does not have a compressor, skip to step 8.
5. If the system has a compressor, see 6.

Figure 8-108. Backstop position for system without a compressor

6. The mounting bracket ships with the backstop positioned for use with a ventilator that
does not include a compressor. If the system has a compressor, position the bracket on a

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flat surface with the backstop on top. Remove the four screws connecting the backstop
to the bracket and slide the backstop forward to align with the raised stops toward the
front edge on either side of the bracket (Figure 8-109).
7. Using the four screws that you removed, reattach the backstop to the bracket. Refer to
Figure 8-109 for the proper holes to use.

Raised stops

Figure 8-109. Backstop position for system with a compressor

8. Position the mounting bracket with the backstop pointed towards the back of the cart.
The front edge of the bracket should be flush with the front edge of the cart (Figure 8-
110).

Front edge of
bracket flush
with front
edge of cart

Figure 8-110. View of underside of cart for bracket placement

9. Using six of the screws that were included, attach the mounting bracket to the cart.
Refer to the following figures to determine the proper holes to use for attachment:
10. System without compressor – Figure 8-111
11. System with compressor – Figure 8-112

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Figure 8-111. Position of mounting bracket on cart without compressor

12. Stand the cart upright with the front facing you, then lock the wheel casters. With the
power cord on the BPS positioned towards the back of the cart, slide the BPS onto the
mounting bracket until it meets the backstop. Use the three screws that you removed
from the backstop earlier to reattach the BPS to the bracket.

Figure 8-112. Position of mounting bracket on cart with compressor

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8.18.4 Battery pack

Caution
To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive components, always follow ESD guidelines when
disassembling the BPS.

8.18.4.1 Removing 802 BPS battery pack

1. Remove BPS (Section 8.18.1).
2. Remove two flat-head screws that secure fascia panel to BPS front plate (Figure 8-113).
3. Remove four flat-head screws that secure BPS front plate to unit.
4. Just inside unit, disconnect battery cable connector from PCB.
5. Grasp pull loop and slide battery pack (attached to plate) out of enclosure.
2 PL

Fascia
panel

4 PL

Front
panel

J1 Floor
assembly

Battery
J3 pack
Chassis

Nut
(4 PL)
BPS
PCB
PCB

Enclosure

8 PL

Figure 8-113. Replacing battery pack and BPS PCB (for use on RTA cart)

8.18.4.2 Installing 802 BPS battery pack

1. Slide battery onto plate and connect battery cable to PCB (Figure 8-113).
2. Align front plate to four screw locations on front of BPS housing. Install four flat-head
screws and tighten until snug.

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3. Align fascia panel to two screw locations on front plate. Install two flat-head screws and
tighten until snug. Do not overtighten.
4. Orient battery pack housing with two LEDs toward front of cart, and slide unit onto slide
mounts located under BDU platform.
5. Install BPS (Section 8.18.2).

8.18.4.3 Removing 803 BPS battery pack

1. Remove 17 screws from 803 perimeter of BPS housing (ten screws on each side, three
screws at end farthest from cable, and four screws at top of housing.
2. Slide top cover away from cable assembly. It may help to place entire BPS on a narrow,
solid object to allow cover to slide.
3. Cut tie wrap (if necessary) holding battery pack fuse harness to battery pack housing.
4. Pull the fuse away from the double-sided tape.
5. Disconnect battery connector from connector J2 on PCB.
6. Slide battery pack away from PCB.

8.18.4.4 Installing 803 BPS battery pack

1. With harness connector facing PCB and aligned with connector J2 on PCB, slide battery
pack toward PCB.
2. Connect battery pack harness connector to J2 on PCB.
3. Install tie wrap to battery pack housing, making sure that it tightly wraps the battery
pack harness and fuse.
4. Install the 17 screws previously removed.

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BPS assembly Backstop

Mounting bracket

Battery pack

Cover

Tie wrap (2 pl) 803 BPS assembly

with mounting bracket
Protective sleeve and backstop
PCB assembly

Cable clamp

Panel end

BPS harness
assembly

Figure 8-114. Replacing 803 Battery Pack and PCB

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8.18.5 BPS PCB

8.18.5.1 Removing 802 BPS PCB

1. Remove battery pack (Section 8.18.4.1).
2. Remove eight flat-head screws that secure floor assembly of BPS (Figure 8-113).
3. Disconnect battery cable connections from PCB at J1 and J3.
4. Using a 5/16-in. nutdriver, remove four retaining nuts that secure PCB to BPS chassis.
Remove PCB.

8.18.5.2 Installing 802 BPS PCB

1. Orient PCB to four retaining screws mounted to BPS chassis and set PCB in place.
2. Using 5/16-in. nutdriver, install four retaining nuts and tighten until snug. Do not
overtighten.
3. Connect battery cable connections to PCB at J1 and J3.
4. Place BPS enclosure on flat surface with two mounting guides on top.
5. Lift battery plate with plate down and battery cable connection toward you.
6. Align bottom of plate under brackets of BPS enclosure and slide unit into housing.
7. Install eight flat-head screws that secure BPS bottom plate to unit. Tighten until snug.
8. Install battery pack (Section 8.18.4.2).

8.18.5.3 Removing 803 BPS PCB

1. Remove the 803 BPS battery pack (Section 8.18.4.3).
2. Turn the unit over.
3. Remove four countersunk screws (Figure 8-115).
4. Cut the tie-wrap securing protective sleeve and cable assembly from battery pack
housing.
5. Remove battery pack cover/PCB assembly.
6. Disconnect battery harness from connectors J1 and J3 on PCB.
7. Unscrew the cable clamp holding the BPS harness and ground wire to cover assembly.
8. Remove the nut holding the BPS harness assembly to the PCB.
9. Remove BPS harness from cover assembly.
10. Remove three 5/16” nylon locking nuts and washers.
11. Remove 11/32”nut and star washer. Retain the end plate for later assembly.
12. Remove PCB assembly.

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Remove these
4 screws

Figure 8-115. Remove four countersunk screws

8.18.5.4 Installing 803 BPS PCB

1. Place the new BPS PCB assembly onto battery pack housing end plate.
2. Install three nylon locking nuts and washers. Do not overtighten.
3. Install nut and star washer. Do not overtighten.
4. Install BPS harness assembly and retain with locking nut.
5. Fasten cable clamp around BPS harness and fasten clamp and ground wire to battery
pack housing assembly with Phillips screw.
6. Connect BPS cable assembly harness to connectors J1 and J3 on PCB.
7. Place cover onto battery pack housing,
8. Tighten the four countersunk screws previously removed (Figure 8-115).
9. Install tie wrap around harness protective sleeve and secure to battery pack housing.
10. Turn the unit over.
11. Install battery pack (Section 8.18.4.4).

8.19 Cart
Three optional cart styles are available for use with the Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator
System: the RTA (ready-to-assemble) cart, the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart, and the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart. The
Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart which allows use with an 806
compressor, can be used with a one-hour battery or an optional four-hour battery in its BPS,
located in the BDU shelf. The Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart cannot be used
with a compressor. This cart can also be used with a one-hour battery or an optional four-
hour battery, located in the cart base.
The Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and the
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart may not be available in all regions. Please
contact your local Covidien representative for more information.
Chapter 9 contains parts lists and assembly drawings for all carts available for the
Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System.

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Figure 8-116. BPS assembly in Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart

The BPS assembly in the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart is
shown in Figure 8-116. Refer to Figure 8-117 to connect BPS to Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator
System when mounted on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart.

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Figure 8-117. Connecting BPS to BDU on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart

8.19.1 Removing and replacing the battery in the Puritan Bennett™

800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart BPS
The Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart BPS comes with either a
one-hour or four-hour battery depending upon the customer order. This section instructs you
on replacing the battery.

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8.19.1.1 Removing the four-hour battery

1. Remove the front bezel from the BDU shelf on the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart by grasping the bezel and gently spreading the sides
away from the BPS rails and pulling the bezel toward you (Figure 8-118).

Figure 8-118. Removing BPS bezel

2. Remove 2 Phillips screws fastening the BPS to the BDU shelf at the rear of the cart.
3. Slide BPS assembly away from cart and rest on a firm surface.
4. Remove eleven screws from BPS top and front covers, and lift covers away from BPS
(Figure 8-119).

Eleven Screws

Battery charging status

indicators

screws on underside of BPS

Figure 8-119. Remove eleven screws from BPS

5. Cut the tie wrap securing the battery harness to the battery charging status indicator
bracket.
6. Remove battery retaining bracket (2 screws) from rear of BPS.
7. Disconnect battery connector from J2 on the battery PCB (Figure 8-126).

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8. Loosen four screws holding front BPS bracket (two screws at the base of bracket and two
screws on sides of BPS enclosure).
9. Lift the battery out of the BPS.

8.19.1.2 Replacing the four-hour battery

1. Place the new battery into the BPS, routing the cable along the enclosure’s left-side
channel (Figure 8-120).

Figure 8-120. Four-hour battery cable routing

2. Connect the battery connector to J2 on the PCB.

3. Secure battery harness to battery charging status indicator bracket with a new tie-wrap.
4. Reinstall battery retaining bracket and tighten front and side BPS bracket screws.
5. Reinstall top and front enclosure covers with the eleven screws previously removed.

Caution
Use care when installing the front cover to avoid damaging the battery charging status
indicators.

6. Verify or install the four-hour battery indicator label to front of BPS bezel (Figure 8-121).

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Figure 8-121. Battery charging status and indicator labels

(Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart)

7. Replace the BPS cover, fitting it over the battery charging status indicators and replacing
the eleven screws.

8.19.1.3 Removing the one-hour battery

1. Remove the front bezel from the BDU shelf on the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart by grasping the bezel and gently spreading the sides
away from the BPS rails and pulling the bezel toward you (Figure 8-118).
2. Remove 2 Phillips screws fastening the BPS to the BDU shelf at the rear of the cart.
3. Slide BPS assembly away from cart and rest on a firm surface.
4. Remove four screws from BPS top cover, and lift cover away from BPS (Figure 8-122).

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Remove four screws

Figure 8-122. Location of four top cover screws

5. Remove the one-hour battery shield holding the battery in place (four screws).

NOTE:
If converting from a four-hour to a one-hour battery, order the one-hour battery
shield to hold the battery in place.

6. Disconnect battery harness from battery cable.

7. Lift the battery out of the BPS.

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8.19.1.4 Replacing the one-hour battery

1. Place the new battery into the BPS oriented as shown in Figure 8-123.

Route cable
in left-most
channel

Figure 8-123. One-hour battery orientation

2. Connect the battery harness and cable.

3. Reinstall the battery shield with the four screws previously removed.
4. Reinstall the top cover of the BPS enclosure with the four screws previously removed.
5. Verify or install the one-hour battery indicator label to front of BPS bezel (Figure 8-121).
6. Verify or install the serial number label (Figure 8-124).

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Figure 8-124. Serial number label location Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart

Warning
Ensure the battery indicator label matches the battery installed. Unexpected power loss
when operating on battery leading to significant patient injury could occur if a label is
applied stating the ventilator has a four-hour battery when it actually has a one-hour
battery installed.

8.19.1.4.1 Removing the BPS PCB

1. Remove the BPS from the cart and remove BPS cover as described above.
2. If present, remove tie-wrap from battery harness.
3. Disconnect battery connector from J2 and BPS harness from J1 and J3 on the PCB
(Figure 8-126).
4. Remove the battery.
The PCB is mounted to an aluminum plate, and the plate with PCB is removed as a unit
(Figure 8-125).

Figure 8-125. BPS PCB attached to plate

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5. Remove four screws holding the BPS PCB plate.

6. Remove the PCB and plate from the BPS.
7. Remove four nuts (5/16 in.) holding the PCB to its heatsink, noting location and type of
nuts for reassembly.

Caution
The nuts provide a ground to the heatsink. Ensure nuts are returned to the correct
position for reassembly.

8.19.1.4.2 Replacing the BPS PCB

1. Reinstall the new PCB with heatsink, with the four nuts previously removed.
2. Place the battery into the BPS housing, routing the cable along the battery’s left-most
surface. Battery harness should run in left-side channel of BPS enclosure.
3. Connect the BPS harness connectors to J1 and J3 on the PCB (Figure 8-126).
4. Connect the battery connector to J2 on the PCB.
5. If the tie-wrap was previously removed, install a new tie-wrap.
6. Replace the BPS cover, reversing the disassembly steps.

J1 J3

tie wrap
J2

Figure 8-126. BPS PCB connectors

8.19.2 Removing and replacing the battery in the Puritan Bennett™ 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart
The battery in the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart is located in the cart base.
Depending upon the customer order, there will either be a one-hour or four-hour battery
installed.

8.19.2.1 Four-hour battery removal

1. Carefully prop the front of the cart (with locked casters) onto an elevated surface
(maximum height four inches).

Warning
Ensure the ventilator is prevented from tipping over backwards.

2. Remove Phillips screw at bottom front of battery cover and remove cover by lifting up
and pulling forward.
3. Unfasten two Phillips screws and lift battery compartment up and tilt towards you to
open. Battery compartment will drop down to allow battery access.

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4. Disconnect battery connector from extension cable at back of battery and remove
battery.

8.19.2.2 Four-hour battery replacement

1. Place battery into battery carrier oriented as shown in (Figure 8-127).
2. Connect battery cable to battery connector on extension cable. Ensure the connection is
secure.
3. Lift battery carrier into position using two posts. If the battery cable prevents the carrier
from gaining the proper position, gently pull the cable forward and tuck up into pole.
4. Install two Phillips screws to secure in place (Figure 8-127).

Figure 8-127. Securing Phillips screws on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart
battery carrier (four-hour battery shown)

5. Install battery cover.

6. Verify or install four-hour battery indicator label to front of cart (Figure 8-128).

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Figure 8-128. Battery charging status and indicator labels

(Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart)

8.19.2.2.1 One-hour battery removal

1. Remove Phillips screw at bottom front of battery cover and remove cover by lifting up
and pulling forward.
2. Unfasten two Phillips screws and lift battery compartment up and tilt towards you to
open. Battery compartment will drop down to allow battery access.
3. If one-hour battery shield is in place, remove shield by removing two Phillips screws and
loosening two captive thumbscrews from the shield’s front posts.
4. Disconnect battery connector from extension cable.
5. Remove one-hour battery.

8.19.2.2.2 One-hour battery replacement

1. Connect battery cable to battery connector. Ensure the connection is secure.
2. Install new battery, oriented as shown in Figure 8-129, with terminals to front and top of
battery, and ring to rear of battery.

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Figure 8-129. Orientation of one-hour battery

3. Align shield posts with the captive thumbscrews and secure shield using two Phillips
screws.
4. Lift battery carrier up and tilt toward back of unit. Battery carrier will drop down and
latch.
5. Install two Phillips screws to secure in place (Figure 8-127).
6. Verify or install one-hour battery indicator label to front of cart (Figure 8-128).
7. Verify or install the serial number label (Figure 8-130).

Figure 8-130. Serial number label location Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

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Warning
Ensure the battery indicator label matches the battery installed. Unexpected power loss
when operating on battery leading to significant patient injury could occur if a label is
applied stating the ventilator has a four-hour battery when it actually has a one-hour
battery installed.

8. Install battery cover.

NOTE:
If converting from a four-hour battery to a one-hour battery, order a one-hour
battery shield to hold the battery in place.

8.19.3 Charging circuit PCB removal and replacement for Puritan Bennett™
800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart
On the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart the BPS is incorporated into the cart
and uses a charging circuit located on the underside of the BDU shelf cover.

8.19.3.1 Charging circuit PCB removal

1. Remove the BDU shelf cover by unfastening the six 7/16 in. Nylock nuts located under the
BDU shelf. It is not necessary to disconnect the battery from the extension cable.
2. Set the charging circuit aside.
3. Remove the five nuts and lockwashers fastening the PCB cover to the charging circuit
(Figure 8-131).

PCB cover

Nuts

Figure 8-131. PCB cover

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4. Disconnect battery connector J2 and harness connectors J1 and J3 from the PCB
(Figure 8-132).

PCB assembly

Nylock nuts

Nylock nuts

Battery connector J2 Harness connector J3

Harness connector J1

Figure 8-132. Battery and harness connectors

5. Remove four Nylock nuts fastening PCB assembly to charging circuit and nylon washers.
6. Remove PCB assembly.

8.19.3.2 Charging circuit PCB replacement

1. Install new charging circuit PCB assembly over studs.
2. Fasten PCB in place with four Nylock nuts and nylon washers previously removed.
3. Connect battery connector to J2 and harness connectors to J1 and J3 on the PCB. Ensure
harness rests into cutouts on PCB assembly before installing PCB cover.
4. Install cover, fastening with nuts and lockwashers previously removed.

8.19.4 Cart Casters

8.19.4.1 Removing casters from RTA cart

1. Remove GUI (Section 8.13.1, or Section 8.13.2, or Section 8.14.5).
2. Remove BDU (Section 8.15.1 or Section 8.15.2).
3. Remove compressor unit from cart (Section 8.17.3.2).
4. Remove BPS (Section 8.18.1).
5. Lay cart on nonabrasive surface and remove caster using caster wrench (Figure 8-133).

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Figure 8-133. Removing caster from RTA cart

8.19.4.2 Installing casters on RTA cart

1. Insert caster through bumper and thread caster into chassis. Tighten with caster wrench
until snug.
2. Install BPS (Section 8.18.2).
3. Install compressor unit onto cart (Section 8.17.24).
4. Install BDU (Section 8.15.4).
5. Install GUI (Section 8.14.5).

8.19.5 Removing casters from Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart
The casters on the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart are press fit into the base and are not
designed to be removed from the carts. Attempting to remove the casters could damage the
cart base.

8.19.6 Installing casters on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart or Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart
The casters on the Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart or
Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart, cannot be installed without a special tool
and are sold already installed into their respective bases. If you need to replace a caster,
please order a replacement base assembly, p/n 10041447 for Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series
Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart, or p/n 10035284 for Puritan Bennett™ 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart.
1. Installation instructions for cart bases are provided in instructions included with carts.
2. Install compressor unit onto Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart, if present (Section 8.17.24).
3. Install BDU (Section 8.15.5).
4. Install GUI (Section 8.13.2).

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8.19.7 Removing/installing GUI mount on all carts

1. Remove GUI (Section 8.14.5) and place on flat work surface.
2. Remove three screws that retain GUI mount (Figure 8-134).
3. Lift entire GUI housing assembly and place on flat work surface.
4. Gently pull cover away from release handle.
5. Install assembly by placing release cover upside down on work surface and installing
spring over boss (Figure 8-134).
6. Place release handle into cover and align post with opposite end of spring.
7. Place entire assembly onto cart, aligning three mounting holes with cover. Install three
screws and tighten until snug.
8. Verify release handle freely returns to “home position” when released.

8.19.8 Removing/installing GUI mount

G

Figure 8-134. Assembling GUI mount

8.19.9 Removing/installing flex arm inserts on RTA cart

On older style carts, remove and install the flex arm inserts as follows:
1. Remove flex arm or any item secured in flex arm insert (socket).
2. Remove flat-head screw from cart directly beneath insert in cart. Remove insert.

Figure 8-135. Flex arm insert

3. Place insert into cavity in cart, aligning screwholes in cart and insert.
4. From beneath the cavity of the cart, insert flat-head screw into insert and tighten until
snug. Verify insert is tight and does not rotate.

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On newer, ready to assemble (RTA) carts, remove and install the flex arm inserts as follows:
1. Slide locking ring off the GUI mount.
2. Install new insert.
3. Reinstall locking ring.

8.19.10 Removing/installing flex arm inserts on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series

Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800 Series
Ventilator Pole Cart
On Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800
Series Ventilator Pole Cart, remove the flex arm inserts as follows:
1. Using snap ring pliers, remove circlip from cart handle (Figure 8-136).
2. Lift flex arm insert out of handle.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure insert is flush with cart surface before
reinstalling the circlip.

Use snap ring pliers

to remove circlip

Figure 8-136. Flex arm insert on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart and Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

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Parts List

9.1 How to use this parts list

This chapter begins by showing the entire Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator
System, including accessories. Subsequent figures show ventilator subassemblies
and their component parts.
This chapter uses the following conventions:
• Two dashes (-) in the Part no. column indicate that the part is not orderable; it
is shown for reference only.
• Bullets (•) in the description column indicate levels of indentation. For
example, a part with a non-bulleted description includes all the subsequent
single-bulleted parts. A part with a single-bulleted description includes all the
subsequent double-bulleted parts, and so on.
• Abbreviations and acronyms used in this chapter are listed in Table 9-1.
Parts List

Table 9-1: Abbreviations used in parts list

Abbreviation Meaning

A/R As Required

BD Breath Delivery

BDU Breath Delivery Unit

BOC British Oxygen Company

BPS Backup Power Source

cmH2O Centimeters Of Water

DISS Diameter Index Safety System

EPROM Erasable Programmable Read-only Memory

EX LK External Lock

FIL Fillister-head

FH Flat-head

FRU Field Replaceable Unit

GUI Graphic User Interface

HEX Hexagonal

I/O Input/output

ID Inside Diameter

IN LK Internal Lock

NIST Non-interchangeable Screw Thread

NHA Next Higher Assembly

NOVRAM Nonvolatile Random-access Memory

OD Outside Diameter

PAN Panhead

PCB Printed Circuit Board

PEEP Positive End Expiratory Pressure

P/N Part Number

RTA Ready-to-Assemble

SIS Sleeved Index System

SOC Socket

SR Split-ring

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9.2 Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System patient system and accessories

Patient system and accessories parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-1)

-- -- -- Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System

1 4-032006-00 1 • Flex arm assembly (See Section 9.3.1 for parts breakdown.)
2 -- 1 • Power cord (See Section 9.3.4 for part numbers.)
3 -- 1 • Hose assembly, oxygen (See Section 9.3.2 for part numbers.)
4 -- 1 • Hose assembly, air (See Section 9.3.3 for part numbers.)
5 4-074600-00 1 • Filter, inspiratory, reusable (Re/Flex inspiratory bacteria filter,
with 22-mm ISO connectors) (F8)

4-074601-00 1 • Filter, inspiratory, single-patient use (D/Flex inspiratory

bacteria filter, with 22-mm ISO connectors) (package of 12)
(F8)
6 4-076887-00 1 • Filter with collector vial, expiratory, single-patient use
(D/X800) (carton of 12) (F9)
7 4-070305-00 1 • Filter, expiratory, reusable (Re/X800) (F9)
8 4-074647-00 1 • Collector vial, exhalation, reusable (Re/X800) (ECV)

4-070311-00 1 • Seal (Re/X800) (Not shown. Seals interface between

--
expiratory filter and collector vial)
9 4-074613-00 1 • Drain cap
10 4-048493-00 1 • Tubing, drain bag, single-patient use (package of 10)
11 4-048492-00 1 • Clamp, reusable (carton of 5)
12 4-048491-00 1 • Drain bag, single-patient use (package of 25)

4-072607-00 1 • Seal, exhalation (Not shown. See Figure 9-20 in

--
Section 9.4.9.1)
13 -- 1 • Ventilator breathing circuit (Contact your Covidien
representative for ordering information.)
14 4-000612-00 1 • Test lung
15 4-074636-00 1 • Plate, humidifier, blank

4-072623-00 4 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach blank humidifier plate to BDU
--
chassis.) (not shown)
16 -- 1 • • Plate with cutout, humidifier, English/French
• • Plate with cutout, humidifier, Spanish/Portuguese
17 4-075659-00 • Mounting kit, Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier, ventilator-
powered (120 V), cart-mount, Spanish/Portuguese
18 -- 1 • • Bracket assembly, Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier, cart-
mount, English/French
• • Bracket assembly, Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier, cart-
mount, Spanish/Portuguese

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Patient system and accessories parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-1)

19 4-070141-00 4 • • Screw, FH, 8-32 x ½ (Attach bracket assembly/plate to

ventilator)
20 4-074726-00 1 • • Cover, plug

21 4-070143-00 3 • • Screw, FH, 4-40 x 3/16 (Attach plug cover to bracket

assembly)
22 4-075314-00 1 • Mounting kit, Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier with external
power source, cart-mount
23 -- 1 • • Bracket assembly, Fisher & Paykel™* humidifier, cart-
mount
24 4-070141-00 4 • • Screw, FH, 8-32 x ½ (Attach bracket assembly/plate to
ventilator)
4-075315-00 1 • Wall Air Water Trap kit, cart-mount, DISS male (Includes
-- water trap, bracket with mounting hardware, and
interconnect hose) (not shown)

4-075312-00 1 • Mounting kit, Hudson RCI™* ConchaTherm™* humidifier,

--
cart-mount (not shown)

-- 4-074638-00 1 • Humidifier plate with hole (not shown)

4-072223-00 1 • Connector lock, IEC 60320, Int’l, square (not shown)

--
4-078009-00 • Connector lock, IEC-320, angled (not shown)

4-070034-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Retain connector lock) (not
--
shown)

-- T-T53204-00 2 • Screw (secures mounting receptacle) (not shown)

-- 4-078105-00 1 • Mounting, receptacle, clip-on style

4-018506-00 1 • Flex tube, 21 in. (53 cm) ("gold standard" test hose, for use
--
with EST) (not shown)

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Replace this page and next with A3 size foldout page:

Figure 9-1. Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System patient system and
accessories
Remove pages 9-5 and 9-6. Page 9-6 is printed on the reverse side of foldout.

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9.2.1 Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System NeoMode patient system and
accessories

NeoMode patient system and accessories parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-2)

-- 4-076440-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, English, Non-US

-- 4-076441-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, English, US only

-- 4-076442-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, German

-- 4-076443-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, French

-- 4-076444-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, Italian

-- 4-076445-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, Japanese

-- 4-076446-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, Spanish

-- 4-076447-00 1 • Upgrade Kit, NeoMode, Portuguese

1 307/6922 • Ventilator breathing circuit, neonatal, disposable (DAR™)

7441-4S2 • Ventilator breathing circuit, neonatal, disposable, 4 feet

--
(Allegiance Healthcare Corporation)
2 4-076408-00 1 • Filter, expiratory, NeoMode

-- Part number Box of 12 • Expiratory bacteria filter (DAR), disposable

351P19005
Order part
number
4-076408-00
3 4-074601-00 Box of 12 • Inspiratory bacteria filter, 22-mm ISO connectors, disposable,
D/Flex
4 4-076405-00 1 • Adapter plate, NeoMode

-- 4-076589-00 1 • Label, adapter, NeoMode

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2
3

Slide humidifier onto bracket

Figure 9-2. NeoMode patient circuit and accessories

(shown on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart)

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9.3 Flex arm assembly, oxygen and air hose assemblies, power cords

9.3.1 Flex arm assembly

Flex arm assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-3)

-- 4-032006-00 -- Flex arm assembly

1 4-032017-00 3 • Handle, button-head, large
2 4-032018-00 6 • Washer, Belleville
3 4-032019-00 3 • Washer, Delrin
4 4-021246-00 1 • Base assembly
5 4-032010-00 3 • Nut, mushroom
6 4-032011-00 3 • Ring, friction
7 -- 1 • Shaft with pivot, 0.34 m (13.55 in.) long
8 -- 1 • Shaft with pivot, 0.38 m (15.0 in.) long
9 -- 1 • Shaft, rotating
10 4-032025-00 1 • Bolt, carriage
11 4-032021-00 1 • Clamp, left
12 4-032022-00 1 • Clamp, right
13 4-032023-00 1 • Handle, button-head, small

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6 (3 PL)
5 (3 PL)

3 (3 PL)

8
2 (6 PL)

1 (3 PL)

10
7
11

12
13

Figure 9-3. Flex arm assembly

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9.3.2 Oxygen hose assemblies

Oxygen hose assemblies parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-4)

1 4-001474-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x DISS female, clear, 3-m (10-ft)
(for USA) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
2 4-074710-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x DISS male, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Canada) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
3 4-074697-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, Air Liquide™* female x Air Liquide™* female,
3-m (10-ft) (for France) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
4 4-074711-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, SIS female x SIS female, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Australia, New Zealand) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
5 4-074698-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, NIST female x BOC male, 3-m (10-ft) (for
United Kingdom, Ireland) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
6 4-074715-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x Dräger™* male, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Germany) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
7 4-074700-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, NIST female x NIST female, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Netherlands) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
8 4-074702-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x DISS female, green, 3-m (10-ft)
(for Israel, Japan, Saudi Arabia) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
9 4-074705-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x DISS female, white, 3-m (10-ft)
(for Egypt, India, Italy, Kuwait, Poland, Portugal, South Africa) (See
Section 9.2 for NHA.)
10 4-074708-00 1 Hose assembly, oxygen, DISS female x DISS female, blue, 3-m (10-ft)
(for Switzerland) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

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1 (clear)

7
2

8 (green)
3

9 (white)

5 10 (blue)

Figure 9-4. Oxygen hose assemblies

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9.3.3 Air hose assemblies

Air hose assemblies parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-5)

1 4-006541-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x DISS female, clear, 3-m (10-ft) (for
USA) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
2 4-074709-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x DISS male, 3-m (10-ft) (for Canada)
(See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
3 4-074696-00 1 Hose assembly, air, Air Liquide™* female x Air Liquide™* female, 3-m
(10-ft) (for France) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
4 4-074712-00 1 Hose assembly, air, SIS female x SIS female, 3-m (10-ft) (for Australia,
New Zealand) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
5 4-074713-00 1 Hose assembly, air, NIST female x BOC male, 3-m (10-ft) (for United
Kingdom, Ireland) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
6 4-074714-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x Dräger™* male, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Germany) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
7 4-074701-00 1 Hose assembly, air, NIST female x NIST female, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Netherlands) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
8 4-074703-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x DISS female, black, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Israel, Japan, Kuwait, Poland, Portugal), 3-m (10-ft) (See Section 9.2
for NHA.)
9 4-074706-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x DISS female, white/black, 3-m (10-ft)
(for Egypt, India, Italy) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
10 4-074707-00 1 Hose assembly, air, DISS female x DISS female, yellow, 3-m (10-ft) (for
Switzerland) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- -- 1 Common module for the following: DISS male, DISS female,

Air Liquide™*, NIST, CIG (See Section 9.4.9.2 for details.)

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1 (clear)

8 (black)

9 (white/black)

10 (yellow)

6 11 (white)

Figure 9-5. Air hose assemblies

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9.3.4 Power cords

Power cords parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-6)

1 4-078030-00 1 Power cord, universal, North America (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- 4-078107-SP 1 FRU, AC power cord, universal, North America

2 4-078027-00 1 Power cord, Japan (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- 4-078027-SP FRU, AC power cord, latching, Japan

3 4-078110-00 1 Power cord, Australia (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- 4-078110-SP FRU, AC power cord, latching, Australia

4 4-078026-00 1 Power cord, continental Europe (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- 4-078108-SP 1 FRU, AC power cord, latching, continental Europe

5 4-071422-00 1 Power cord, India/South Africa (British-style plug with round
prongs) (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
6 4-071423-00 1 Power cord, Israel (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
7 4-031323-00 1 Power cord, Italy (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
8 4-031325-00 1 Power cord, Switzerland (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
9 4-078144-00 1 Power cord, United Kingdom (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

10 4-071421-00 1 Power cord, Denmark (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)

-- 4-078218-00 1 Mounting receptacle kit (retainer and mounting screws)

4-070034-00 1 Screw, mounting (secures power cord receptacle clamp for

latching power cord)

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1/2 3

4 5

6 7

8 9

10

Figure 9-6. Power cords

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9.4 Ventilator major assemblies

3
4
5
6

Figure 9-7. Ventilator major assemblies on RTA cart

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Major assemblies parts list (ventilators mounted on RTA cart)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-7)

-- -- -- Puritan Bennett™ 840 Ventilator System (See Section 9.2 for

NHA.)
1 -- 1 • Graphic user interface (GUI): 10.4-inch
(See pages 9-30 to 9-41 for parts breakdown.)
• Graphic user interface (GUI): 9.4-inch
(See pages 9-43 to 9-49 for parts breakdown.)

-- G-061872-00 1 • Connector, nurse call (not shown)

2 -- 1 • Breath delivery unit (BDU) (See Section 9.4.9 for parts
breakdown.)
3 -- 1 • Data key (Contact your Covidien representative for ordering
information.)
4 4-071634-00 1 • Cover, data key
5 4-075234-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 x 0.312, sems (Attach data key cover)
6 4-070520-SP 1 • 802 Backup Power Source (BPS) (See (Section 9.4.11) for
parts breakdown.)
7 -- 1 • 806 Compressor Unit (optional) (See Figure 9.4.10 for parts
breakdown.)1

-- 4-078011-00 1 • • Retainer, compressor power cord (not shown)

8 4-076102-00 1 • Cart assembly (optional) (See Figure 9-33.)

4-070097-00 1 • Shipping container, Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System

--
(not shown)

-- 4-009836-00 1 • Strapping kit

-- 4-019994-00 -- • Light gray paint (spray)

-- 4-019995-00 -- • Blue paint (spray)

-- 4-019996-00 -- • Charcoal paint (spray)

-- 4-017168-00 -- • Light gray paint (liquid)

-- 4-017169-00 -- • Blue paint (liquid)

-- 4-017170-00 -- • Charcoal paint (liquid)

1. Contact your Covidien representative to obtain 806 compressor unit ordering information.

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9.4.1 Major ventilator assemblies (Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator

Compressor Mount Cart)

Figure 9-8. Ventilator major assemblies on

Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart

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Major assemblies parts list (ventilators mounted on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor
Mount Cart)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-8)

-- -- -- Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System (See Section 9.2 for NHA.)
1 -- 1 • Graphic user interface (GUI): 10.4 inch
(See pages 9-30 to 9-41 for parts breakdown.)

-- G-061872-00 1 • Connector, nurse call (not shown)

2 -- 1 • Breath delivery unit (BDU) (See Section 9.4.9 for parts breakdown.)

-- -- 1 • Data key (Contact your Covidien representative for ordering

information.) [Not shown]

-- 4-071634-00 1 • Cover, data key [Not shown]

-- 4-075234-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 x 0.312, sems (Attach data key cover) [Not shown]
3 -- 1 • 806 Compressor Unit (optional) (See Figure 9.4.10 for parts
breakdown.)1

-- 4-078011-00 1 • • Retainer, compressor power cord (not shown)

4 10046822 1 • Cart assembly with one-hour battery (optional) (See Figure 9-34.)
10046823 Cart assembly with four-hour battery (optional) (See Figure 9-34.)

4-070097-00 1 • Shipping container, Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System (not

--
shown)

-- 4-009836-00 1 • Strapping kit (not shown)

-- 10045964 1 Touch-up paint, light gray (liquid)

1. Contact your Covidien representative to obtain 806 compressor unit ordering information.

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9.4.2 Major ventilator assemblies (shown on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series

Ventilator Pole Cart)

Figure 9-9. Major ventilator assemblies (shown on Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart)

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Major ventilator assemblies parts list (ventilators mounted on Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-9)

-- -- -- Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System (See Section 9.2 for NHA
1 -- 1 • Graphic user interface (GUI): 10.4 inch
(See pages 9-30 to 9-41 for parts breakdown.)

-- G-061872-00 1 • Connector, nurse call (not shown)

2 -- 1 • Breath delivery unit (BDU) (See Section 9.4.9 for parts breakdown.)

-- -- 1 • Data key (Contact your Covidien representative for ordering

information.) [Not shown]

-- 4-071634-00 1 • Cover, data key [Not shown]

-- 4-075234-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 x 0.312, sems (Attach data key cover) [Not shown]
3 10046826 1 • Cart with one-hour battery, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
10046827 Pole Cart
Cart with four-hour battery, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

4-070097-00 1 • Shipping container, Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator System (not

--
shown)

-- 4-009836-00 1 • Strapping kit (not shown)

-- 10045963 1 Touch-up paint, Blue (liquid)

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Label kits parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-10)

-- 10070839 1 Label kit, ventilator, 100 V, 50/60 Hz, Japanese (See Section 9.4
for NHA.)

10070700 Label kit, ventilator, 120 V, 60 Hz, English, US (See Section 9.4
for NHA.)

10070830 Label kit, ventilator, 120 V, 60 Hz, English/French (See Section

9.4 for NHA.)

10070864 Label kit, ventilator, 120 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/Portuguese (See

Section 9.4 for NHA.)

10070845 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, English/French (See

Section 9.4 for NHA.)

10072901 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, English (See Section
9.4 for NHA.)

10070855 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60Hz, German (See Section

9.4 for NHA.)

10070825 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Portuguese (See

Section 9.4 for NHA.)

10070858 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Spanish/Italian (See

Section 9.4 for NHA.)

10070835 Label kit, ventilator, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Spanish/Portuguese

(See Section 9.4 for NHA.)
1 -- 1 • Label, gas output, BDU, English

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, English/French

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, German

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, Japanese

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, Portuguese

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, gas output, BDU, Spanish/Portuguese

2 -- 1 • Label, exhaust information, BDU, English, US

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, English/French

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, German

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, Japanese

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, Portuguese

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, exhaust information, BDU, Spanish/Portuguese

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Label kits parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-10)

3 -- 1 • Label, product information, GUI, English, US

-- • Label, product information, GUI, English/French

-- • Label, product information, GUI, German

-- • Label, product information, GUI, Japanese

-- • Label, product information, GUI, Portuguese

-- • Label, product information, GUI, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, product information, GUI, Spanish/Portuguese

4 -- 1 • Label, GUI ports, non-US

-- • Label, GUI ports, US

5 -- 1 • Label, product information, BDU, 100 V, 50/60 Hz, Japanese

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 120 V, 60 Hz, English, US

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 120 V, 60 Hz, English/

French

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 120 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/

Portuguese

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, English/

French

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 60 Hz, English/

French

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, German

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 50 Hz,

Portuguese

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, Spanish/

Italian

-- • Label, product information, BDU, 220-240 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/

Portuguese
6 -- 1 • Label, gas inlet, BDU, English, US

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, English/French

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, German

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, Japanese

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, Portuguese

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, gas inlet, BDU, Spanish/Portuguese

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Label kits parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-10)

7 -- 1 • Label, humidifier electrical, 100 V, Japanese

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 120 V, English, US

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 120 V, English/French

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 120 V, Spanish/Portuguese

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 220-240 V, English/French

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 220-240 V, German

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 220-240 V, Portuguese

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 220-240 V, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, humidifier electrical, 220-240 V, Spanish/Portuguese

8 -- 1 • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, English/French

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, English, US

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, German

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, Japanese

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, Portuguese

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU, Spanish/Portuguese

9 -- 1 • Label, gas connection, compressor, non-US

-- • Label, gas connection, compressor, US

10 -- 1 • Label, cooling vent, BDU, English/French

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, English, US

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, German

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, Japanese

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, Portuguese

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, cooling vent, BDU, Spanish/Portuguese

11 -- 1 • Label, BPS connection

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Label kits parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-10)

12 10070888 1 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 100 V, 50/60 Hz, Japanese (not
shown)

10070868 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, English, US (not

shown)

10070870 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, English/French (not

shown)

10070884 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/Portuguese

(not shown)

10070891 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Polish (not
shown)

10070893 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Russian (not
shown)

10070874 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, English/

French (not shown)

10070877 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, German (not
shown)

10070882 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Spanish (not
shown)

10070880 • Label kit, 806 Compressor, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, Italian (not
shown)
13 -- 1 • Label, compressor lint filter, English/French

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, English, US

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, German

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, Japanese

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, Portuguese

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, Spanish/Italian

-- • Label, compressor lint filter, Spanish/Portuguese

14 -- 1 • Label, compressor, 100 V, 50/60 Hz, Japanese

-- • Label, compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, English, US

-- • Label, compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, English/French

-- • Label, compressor, 120 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/Portuguese

-- • Label, compressor, 220-230 V, 60 Hz, English/French

-- • Label, compressor, 220-230 V, 60 Hz, Spanish/Portuguese

-- • Label, compressor, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, English/French

-- • Label, compressor, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, German

-- • Label, compressor, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, Portuguese

-- • Label, compressor, 220-240 V, 50 Hz, Spanish/Italian

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Label kits parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-10)

15 4-075124-00 1 Label kit, humidifier mount, English/French (not shown)

4-075106-00 Label kit, humidifier mount, Japanese (not shown)

4-075130-00 Label kit, humidifier mount, Spanish/Portuguese (not shown)

16 -- 1 • Label, humidifier plate, English/French (not shown)

-- • Label, humidifier plate, Japanese (not shown)

-- • Label, humidifier plate, Spanish/Portuguese (not shown)

17 -- 1 • Label, humidifier bracket, English/French (not shown)

-- • Label, humidifier bracket, Japanese (not shown)

-- • Label, humidifier bracket, Spanish/Portuguese (not shown)

18 10071312 1 Label, product information, BPS, English, US (not shown)

10071310 Label, product information, BPS, English/French (not shown)

10071334 Label, product information, BPS, German (not shown)

10071332 Label, product information, BPS, Japanese (not shown)

10071331 Label, product information, BPS, Portuguese (not shown)

10071333 Label, product information, BPS, Spanish/Italian (not shown)

10071661 Label, product information, BPS, Spanish/Portuguese (not

shown)

10071603 Label, product information, BPS, Polish (not shown)

19 4-071524-00 1 Label, alarm graphics, BDU, non-US

4-075428-00 Label, alarm graphics, BDU, US

20 4-073028-00 1 Label, alarm graphics, GUI, non-US

4-075429-00 Label, alarm graphics, GUI, US

21 4-072505-00 1 Label, display, BPS, non-US (not shown)

4-075430-00 Label, display, BPS, US (not shown)

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20

19

5
1
6
2

13

8-0002

Figure 9-10. Label kits (Sheet 1 of 2)

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Graphic user interface (GUI)

9
8

14

10

11

Figure 9-10. Label kits (Sheet 2 of 2)

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9.4.3 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) assembly with Trending-enabled

(TE) GUI CPU PCB

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-11)

1 4-076672-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI rear

2 4-076678-SP 1 • Shield, CPU PCB
3 4-070034-00 47 • Screw, 6-32 X 0.38, sems, SQCN
4 10017202 1 • FRU, TE GUI CPU PCBA upgrade (includes items 24-29 and
31)
5 4-076675-00 1 • Bracket, LCD panels and GUI CPU PCB
6 4-079013-SP 1 • Speaker, GUI alarm, 16 OHM
7 4-076671-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI front
8 4-076652-00 1 • Cable assembly, keyboard
9 4-076651-00 1 • Cable assembly, touchframe
10 4-076688-00 4 • Washer, nylon
11 4-076687-00 4 • Screw, 2-56 X 1/4 PH, nylon
12 4-076653-00 2 • Cable assembly, backlight, 10.4-inch GUI
13 4-076855-SP 2 • Inverter, backlight,10.4-inch GUI
14 4-076656-00 1 • Cable assembly, GUI alarm
15 4-076658-00 8 • Screw. 6-32 X 1/4 PH sem
16 4-078267-SP 2 • Display, LCD, 10.4-inch color
17 4-076660-00 11 • Rivet, snap, H type
18 4-073500-SP 1 • PCB, GUI LED
19 4-076530-SP 1 • PCB, touchframe
20 4-076676-00 1 • Shield, LCD
21 4-076684-00 3 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, 8.5”
22 4-076685-00 2 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, 13"
23 4-076856-SP 2 • Cable, flex circuit assembly, video
24 10016911 4 • Spacer, RS-232
25 10013518 2 • Socket saver (includes lock washers and screw-lock fasteners)
26 10003139 1 • Shield, RS-232
27 10011942 1 • Gasket, EMI, 0.157” H x 0.315” W x 2.5” L
28 10011944 1 • Gasket, EMI, 0.157” H x 0.315” W x 3.6” L
29 10011943 1 • Gasket, EMI, 0.157” H x 0.315” W x 3.0” L
30 4-076686-00 2 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, RS-232, 5"
31 10015223 1 • Pad, thermal

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32 4-075865-00 1 • Shield, dielectric, GUI

33 10021121 1 • FRU, IC, mem, compact flash

-- 10021120 1 • FRU, IC, real-time clock (not shown)

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Figure 9-11. 10.4-inch GUI assembly with TE GUI CPU PCB
Remove pages 9-33 and 9-34. Page 9-34 is printed on the reverse side of
foldout

Figure 9-11. 10.4-inch GUI assembly with TE GUI CPU PCB

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9.4.4 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) assembly

10.4-inch GUI assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-12)

1 4-076672-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI rear

2 4-076678-SP 1 • Shield, CPU PCB
3 4-070034-00 47 • Screw, 6-32 X 0.38, sems, SQCN
4 4-075727-SP 1 • PCB, GUI CPU
5 4-076675-00 1 • Bracket, LCD panels and GUI CPU PCB
6 4-076656-00 1 • Cable assembly, GUI alarm
7 4-073500-SP 1 • PCB, GUI LED
8 4-076651-00 1 • Cable assembly, touchframe
9 4-079013-SP 1 • Speaker, GUI alarm, 16 OHM
10 4-076652-00 1 • Cable assembly, keyboard
11 4-076671-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI front
12 4-076687-00 4 • Screw, 2-56 X 1/4 PH, nylon
13 4-076855-SP 2 • Inverter, backlight,10.4-inch GUI
14 4-076653-00 2 • Cable assembly, backlight, 10.4-inch GUI
15 4-076658-00 8 • Screw. 6-32 X 1/4 PH sem
16 4-078267-SP 2 • Display, LCD, 10.4-inch color
17 4-076684-00 3 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, 8.5"
18 4-076685-00 2 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, 13"
19 4-076660-00 11 • Rivet, snap, H type
20 4-076676-00 1 • Shield, LCD
21 4-076530-SP 1 • PCB, touchframe
22 4-076686-00 1 • Gasket, EMC, Chrometrics, RS-232, 5"
23 4-076665-00 4 • Screw, lock, fem, 4-40, 0.75L
24 4-076677-00 1 • Shield, RS-232
25 4-071944-SP 1 • Cable, flex circuit assembly, RS-232
26 4-076856-SP 2 • Cable, flex circuit assembly, video
27 4-076688-00 4 • Washer, nylon
28 4-075865-00 1 • Shield, dielectric, GUI

-- 10021120 1 • FRU, IC, real-time clock (not shown)

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9.4.5 10.4-inch GUI (graphic user interface) handle

10.4-inch GUI handle parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-13)

-- -- 1 Graphic user interface (GUI) (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)

-- 4-078179-00 1 10,000 hour preventative maintenance kit

1 4-070039-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1.5", sems (Attach top and bottom
handles to rear housing.)
2 4-073008-00 1 • Handle, GUI top
3 4-075864-00 1 • Cable assembly, GUI-to-BDU, 3-ft (0.9-m)

4-071441-00 • Cable assembly, GUI-to-BDU extension, 10-ft (3.0-m) (for

shelf mount)
4 4-075684-00 2 • Jackscrew
5 4-070036-00 1 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems
6 4-073007-00 1 • Handle, GUI bottom
7 -- 1 • Kit, Label, Product information (Refer to Section 9.4.3, for
part number.)
8 -- 1 • Label, serial number (Contact your Covidien representative
for ordering information.)
9 4-076663-00 1 • Window, LED status, GUI

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Figure 9-13. 10.4-inch GUI handle assembly

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9.4.6 10.4-inch graphic user interface (GUI) rotor assembly

10.4-inch GUI rotor assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-14)

1 4-070039-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1.5, sems

2 4-073022-00 1 • Fascia, GUI
3 4-076672-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI rear
(See Section 9.4.5 for parts breakdown.)
4 4-073019-00 2 • Rotor, GUI
5 4-075232-00 1 • Spring, rotation, GUI
6 4-073018-00 2 • Shoe, rotor brake, GUI
7 4-070034-00 4 • Screw, 6-32 x 0.38, sems SQCN

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9.4.7 10.4-inch GUI keyboards and speaker assembly

10.4-inch GUI speaker assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-15)

1 10004505 1 • Keyboard assembly, English, non-US, with ground strap

10004512 • Keyboard assembly, English, US only, with ground strap

10004506 • Keyboard assembly, French, with ground strap

10004507 • Keyboard assembly, German, with ground strap

10004508 • Keyboard assembly, Italian, with ground strap

10004509 • Keyboard assembly, Japanese, with ground strap

10004510 • Keyboard assembly, Portuguese, with ground strap

10004511 • Keyboard assembly, Spanish, with ground strap

10004513 • Keyboard assembly, Polish, with ground strap

10004514 • Keyboard assembly, Russian, with ground strap

2 4-076661-00 1 • Label, alarm-graphics, English, US only
3 4-076662-00 1 • Label, alarm-graphics, English, non-US only
4 4-076671-SP 1 • Housing, GUI, front
5 4-070034-00 1 • Screw, 6-32 X 0.38, sems, SQCN
6 4-079013-SP 1 • Speaker assembly, GUI, 16 OHM
7 4-076652-00 1 • Cable assembly, keyboard
8 10020648 1 • FRU, ground strap (used only on keyboards with ground
strap)

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Fasten ground strap

to GUI EMI shield

Figure 9-15. 10.4-inch GUI keyboard and speaker assembly

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9.4.8 9.4-inch graphic user interface (GUI)

9.4-inch GUI assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-16)

-- -- 1 Graphic user interface (GUI) (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)

1 4-070039-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1.5, sems (Attach top and bottom handles
to rear housing)
2 4-073008-00 1 • Handle, GUI top
3 4-075864-00 1 • Cable assembly, GUI-to-BDU, 3-ft (0.9-m)

4-071441-00 • Cable assembly, GUI-to-BDU extension, 10-ft (3.0-m) (for

shelf mount)
4 4-075684-00 2 • • Jackscrew

5 4-070036-00 1 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach bottom handle to rear
housing)
6 4-073007-00 1 • Handle, GUI bottom
7 -- 1 • Label, product information, GUI, English/French (Available
only as part of ventilator label kit.)

• Label, product information, GUI, German (Available only as

part of ventilator label kit.)

• Label, product information, GUI, Japanese (Available only as

part of ventilator label kit.)

• Label, product information, GUI, Spanish/Italian (Available

only as part of ventilator label kit.)

• Label, product information, GUI, Spanish/Portuguese

(Available only as part of ventilator label kit.)
8 -- 1 • Label, serial number (Contact your Covidien representative
for ordering information.)
9 4-070036-00 1 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attaches chain to rear
housing)
10 4-075186-00 1 • Cover, D-sub connector
11 4-070047-00 5 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 5/16 (Attach rear housing to front
housing)
12 4-079014-SP 1 • Housing assembly, GUI back (See Figure 9-18 for parts
breakdown.)
13 -- 1 • Label, GUI ports, US (Available only as part of ventilator
label kit.)

1 • Label, GUI ports, non-US (Available only as part of ventilator

label kit.)
14 4-076153-00 2 • PCB, VGA LCD controller (older 9.4-inch GUI only)
15 4-075727-SP 1 • PCB, graphic user interface (GUI) CPU

10017202 1 • FRU, TE GUI CPU PCBA upgrade (item 39 included)

16 4-075781-00 1 • Bracket, display CPU

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9.4-inch GUI assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-16)

17 4-075741-SP 1 • Display, LCD, 9.4-in. (23.9 cm), color

18 4-073800-SP 1 • Touch frame, infrared, LED
19 4-071310-00 1 • Cable assembly, touch frame
20 -- 1 • Housing assembly, GUI front (See Figure 9-17 for parts
breakdown.)
21 4-071313-00 1 • Cable assembly, keyboard
22 4-079013-SP 1 • Alarm speaker assembly, GUI
23 4-073500-SP 1 • PCB, GUI LED
24 4-073034-00 4 • Standoff, 6-32 (Attach GUI LED PCB and backlight inverter
PCB to front housing)
25 4-075761-SP 1 • PCB, backlight inverter
26 4-070034-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach GUI LED PCB and
backlight inverter PCB to front housing)
27 4-071314-00 1 • Cable assembly, backlight control
28 4-070034-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach touch frame PCB to
display CPU bracket)
29 4-071315-00 1 • Cable assembly, GUI LED PCB
30 4-075782-00 1 • Shield, EMI, GUI
31 4-070034-00 11 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach GUI CPU PCB to display
CPU bracket)
32 4-070034-00 13 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach EMI shield to front
housing)
33 4-070039-00 13 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1.5, sems (Attach rear housing to front
housing)
34 4-075234-00 8 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 X 0.312 (Attach LCD panels to bracket)
35 4-075666-00 2 • Cable assembly, color display, 14 pin
36 4-075667-00 2 • Cable assembly, color display, 15 pin

-- 4-075646-SP 1 • PCB, color I/O (not shown)

-- 4-076175-00 1 • Clip, cord, adhesive (not shown)

37 4-075720-00 1 • Cable extender, long

38 4-075719-00 1 • Cable extender, short
39 10015223 1 • Pad, thermal (Trending-enabled only)
40 4-075865-00 1 • Shield, dielectric, GUI
41 10021121 1 • FRU, IC, mem, compact flash (Trending-enabled only)

-- 10021120 1 • FRU, IC, real-time clock (not shown)

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9.4.8.1 9.4-inch GUI front housing assembly

9.4-inch GUI front housing assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-17)

-- -- 1 Housing assembly, GUI front (See Section 9.4.8 for NHA.)

1 4-073003-00 1 • Bezel, GUI
2 4-073043-00 1 • Gasket, window
3 4-073036-00 1 • Window, GUI
4 4-073033-00 1 • Gasket, housing
5 4-073028-00 1 • Label, alarm graphics, GUI, non-US

4-075429-00 • Label, alarm graphics, GUI, US

6 4-073001-00 1 • Housing, GUI front
7 4-075828-SP 1 • Keyboard assembly, English, non-US (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075834-SP • Keyboard assembly, English, US (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075829-SP • Keyboard assembly, French (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075830-SP • Keyboard assembly, German (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075832-SP • Keyboard assembly, Italian (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075835-SP • Keyboard assembly, Japanese (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075833-SP • Keyboard assembly, Portuguese (Includes PCB and knob)

4-075831-SP • Keyboard assembly, Spanish (Includes PCB and knob)

8 4-071313-00 1 • Cable assembly, keyboard

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5

Figure 9-17. 9.4-inch GUI front housing assembly

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9.4.8.2 9.4-inch GUI rear housing assembly

9.4-inch GUI rear housing assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-18)

-- 4-079014-SP 1 Housing assembly, GUI back (See Section 9.4.8 for NHA.) (Does
not include labels. Order ventilator label kit to obtain product
information label, and GUI ports label. Refer to Section 9.4.3
for part numbers.)
1 -- 1 • Housing, GUI back
2 4-073022-00 1 • Fascia, GUI
3 4-070036-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach fascia to rear housing)
4 4-073019-00 1 • Rotor, GUI
5 4-075232-00 1 • Spring, rotation
6 4-073018-00 2 • Shoe, rotor-brake, GUI

-- 4-073032-00 1 • Foam kit (not shown)

-- 4-073042-00 30 • Nut, push (Attach to foam kit to rear housing) (not shown)

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3 (2 PL)

Tilt/swivel
assembly

6 (2 PL)

Figure 9-18. 9.4-inch GUI rear housing assembly

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9.4.9 Breath delivery unit (BDU)

BDU assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-19)

-- -- -- Breath delivery unit (BDU) (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)

1 -- 1 • Cover assembly, BDU (See Section 9.4.9.3 for parts
breakdown.)
2 -- 1 • Label, cooling vent, BDU (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for labeling
part numbers.)
3 -- 1 • Chassis assembly, BDU (See Section 9.4.9.4 for parts
breakdown.)
4 4-072623-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach chassis to cover assembly)
5 4-076314-SP 1 • Power supply
6 4-070041-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach power supply to BDU
chassis)
7 4-071504-00 1 • Cover, inspiratory
8 4-070041-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach inspiratory cover to
inspiratory module)
9 -- 1 • Label, gas inlet, BDU (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for labeling part
numbers.)
10 4-070041-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach inspiratory module to
BDU chassis)
11 -- 1 • Inspiratory module (See Section 9.4.9.2 for parts
breakdown.)
12 -- 1 • Label, product information, BDU (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for
labeling part numbers.)
13 -- 1 • Label, serial number (Contact your Covidien representative
for ordering information.)
14 4-071594-00 1 • Gasket, BPS cover
15 4-071593-00 1 • Cover, BPS connector
16 4-072623-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach BPS connector cover to BDU)
17 -- 1 • Label, BPS connection (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for labeling
part numbers.)
18 4-070077-SP 1 • AC panel assembly, 100-120 V, non-US

4-075437-SP • AC panel assembly, 120 V, US

4-070078-SP • AC panel assembly, 220-240 V

19 4-070041-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach AC panel to BD chassis)
20 -- 1 • Label, gas output, BDU, English, US (Refer to Section 9.4.3
for labeling part numbers.
21 4-071406-00 1 • Actuator, switch, non-US

4-075331-00 • Actuator, switch, US

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BDU assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-19)

22 4-074636-00 1 • Plate, humidifier, blank

23 4-072623-00 4 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach humidifier plate to BDU chassis)
24 4-079016-SP 1 • Humidifier receptacle assembly (100-120 V units only)
25 4-072623-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach humidifier receptacle assembly
to BDU)
26 -- 1 • Label, humidifier electrical (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for
labeling part numbers.)
27 -- 1 • Cover assembly, exhalation
28 4-071503-00 1 • Cover, exhalation

4-078156-00 • Cover, exhalation, EMI (Use only in units with updated

exhalation harness)
29 4-072612-00 1 • Bracket, exhalation cover
30 4-009763-00 2 • • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 3/4 (Attach exhalation cover
bracket to exhalation cover)
31 4-006219-00 2 • • Washer, flat, #6 (Attach exhalation cover bracket to
exhalation cover)
32 4-071568-00 1 • • Sleeve, large (Attach exhalation cover bracket to
exhalation cover)
4-071567-00 1 • • Sleeve, small (Attach exhalation cover bracket to
exhalation cover)
33 4-070041-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach exhalation cover
assembly to BDU)
34 -- 1 • Label, exhaust information, BDU (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for
labeling part numbers.)
35 4-071545-00 1 • Grommet, exhalation cable
36 4-074901-00 1 • Harness assembly, exhalation module (Part of exhalation
module (Figure 9-20)
37 4-071564-00 2 • Block, latch (Attach exhalation module cable to chassis/
cover)
38 4-071569-00 2 • Screw, FIL, 4-40 x 5/8 (Attach exhalation module cable to
chassis/cover)
39 4-070550-SP 1 • PCB, analog interface (AI)
40 4-070950-SP 1 • PCB, breath delivery (BD) CPU
41 4-075743-00 1 • Panel, card cage I/O, US only

4-075742-00 • Panel, card cage I/O, non-US only

42 -- 1 • Label, I/O disconnect warning, BDU (Refer to Section 9.4.3
for labeling part numbers.)
43 4-075234-00 8 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 x 0.312, sems (Attach card cage I/O panel to
PCBs and BDU chassis/cover)
44 4-073041-00 2 • Standoff, #4, M/F (Attach card cage I/O panel to AI PCB PTS
2000 connector)

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BDU assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-19)

45 (shielding 4-072600-SP 1 • Exhalation module (See Figure 9-20 for parts breakdown.)
not shown) or
10057338 • Exhalation module (See Figure 9-20 for parts breakdown.)
(Use only with serial numbers starting with 3512)
46 4-071524-00 1 • Label, alarm graphics, BDU, non-US

4-075428-00 • Label, alarm graphics, BDU, US

47 -- 1 • Label, gas connection, compressor (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for
labeling part numbers.)
48 4-070041-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach chassis to cover
assembly)
49 4-016142-00 1 • Nut, HEX, 6-32, keps (Attaches AC blindmate cable to
ground post on AC panel) (Not shown.)

4-075124-00 1 • Label kit, humidifier mount (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for

--
labeling part numbers.) (Not shown.)

-- 1 • Label, humidifier plate (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for labeling

--
part numbers.) (Not shown.)

-- 1 • Label, humidifier bracket (Refer to Section 9.4.3 for labeling

--
part numbers.) (Not shown.)
50 4-071634-00 1 • Cover, data key
51 4-075234-00 2 • Screws (data cover)
52 4-078105-00 1 • Power cord receptacle

-- 4-078219-00 1 • Power cord mounting receptacle, retainer only (not shown)

4-078218-00 1 • Power cord mounting receptacle kit, retainer and mounting

--
screws (not shown)

-- 10021120 1 • FRU, IC, real-time clock (not shown)

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9.4.9.1 Exhalation module

Exhalation module assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-20)

-- 4-072600-SP -- Exhalation module (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.)

or
10057338 Exhalation module (see Section 9.4.9 for NHA.) (Use only with
serial numbers starting with 3512)
1 4-079022-SP 1 • Heater assembly, exhalation
or
10001095 • Heater assembly, exhalation (Use only with serial numbers
starting with 3512)
2 4-070048-00 3 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 5/8 (Attach heater assembly to latch
assembly)
3 4-079054-SP 1 • Check valve assembly with seal, exhalation (CV5)
4 -- 1 • • Check valve assembly

5 -- 1 • • Seal, check valve, exhalation

6 -- 1 • Manifold, expiratory filter

7 4-072607-00 1 • Seal, exhalation
8 4-072218-SP 1 • Solenoid valve assembly, 3-way, +6 V (expiratory pressure
transducer autozero solenoid, SOL2)
9 -- 1 • Chassis assembly, exhalation
10 4-072623-00 3 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach exhalation filter manifold and
fascia to exhalation chassis)
11 4-078141-00 1 • Harness assembly, exhalation module
or • Harness assembly, exhalation module, EMI (Phase II) (Use
4-078220-SP only with EMI exhalation cover and EMI exhalation
or transducer PCB)
10001107 • Harness assembly, exhalation module (Use only with serial
numbers starting with 3512)
12 4-070300-SP 1 • PCB, exhalation transducer
or • PCB, exhalation transducer, EMI (Phase II) (Use only with EMI
4-075226-SP exhalation harness)

13 4-070034-00 3 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach exhalation transducer

PCB to exhalation chassis)
14 4-076461-SP 1 • Valve assembly, exhalation (EV)
15 -- 1 • • Valve, exhalation (EV)

16 -- 1 • • Port, exhalation

17 4-072212-SP 1 • Sensor with o-rings, flow, exhalation (Q3)

18 -- 1 • • Sensor, flow, exhalation (Q3)

19 -- 2 • • o-ring

20 4-070034-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach exhalation valve to

exhalation chassis)

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Exhalation module assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-20)

21 4-070047-00 2 • Screw, PH, 6-32 x 5/16, sems (Attach expiratory pressure

transducer autozero solenoid (SOL2) t o exhalation chassis)
22 4-076392-00 1 • Fascia, exhalation
23 4-072625-00 1 • Latch assembly, exhalation
24 4-072614-00 1 • Ring, retaining (Attaches latch to manifold)
25 4-072623-00 1 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach latch to manifold)
26 4-078160-00 1 • Ferrite core

-- 4-078159-00 1 • Epoxy, conductive (Use only with EMI cable and cover)
27 068227 1 • Shield, bottom
28 068228 1 • Shield, top
29 068184 1 • Shield, ground
30 T-T51668-00 2 • Washer, external lock
31 4-075234-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 4-40 x 0.312, sems

-- 10050832 1 • tape, 1” aluminum foil, conductive, 12” L

-- 10050841 1 • copper finger stock, adhesive, 0.75” L

-- 10048240 1 • copper finger stock, adhesive, 3” L

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1
2 (3 PL)

NOTE:
Lubricate o-rings with
Krytox™* grease
(P/N 4-732130-00).

4
3
5

24
27
28 25
6
23

29 7

30
31 (2 PL)
(2 PL) 22
8

19
(2 PL)
17

18 9

21
(2 PL)
10 (3 PL)
14 15

16 26

20
(4 PL)
12

11

13
(3 PL)
To exhalation
I/O cable assembly

Figure 9-20. Exhalation module

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9.4.9.2 Inspiratory module

Inspiratory module assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-21)

-- 4-076800-SP -- Module, inspiratory,

or
10057337 Module, inspiratory (Use only with serial numbers starting with
3512)

4-076790-00 Inlets, DISS male

4-076791-00 Inlets, DISS female

4-076793-00 Inlets, Air Liquide™*

4-076792-00 Inlets, NIST

4-076794-00 Inlets, CIG

4-076800-SP Inspiratory module, DISS male body (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.)
or
10057337 DISS male body (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.) (Use only with
serial numbers starting with 3512)

4-071876-SP Inspiratory module, DISS female body (See Section 9.4.9 for
NHA.)

4-071869-SP Inspiratory module, Air Liquide™* body (See Section 9.4.9 for
NHA.)

4-071866-SP Inspiratory module, NIST body (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)

4-071862-SP Inspiratory module, CIG body (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.)
1 -- 1 • Plate, inspiratory module right side
2 4-071860-00 3 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 0.5 (Attach right side plate to PSOL
assembly)
3 4-070041-00 3 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach right side plate to floor
assembly)
4 4-070100-SP 1 • PCB, inspiratory electronics

4-075227-SP • PCB, inspiratory electronics with EMI

5 4-072211-SP 2 • Sensor with o-rings, flow, inspiratory (Q1/Q2)
6 -- 2 • • o-ring

7 -- 1 • • Sensor, flow, inspiratory (Q1/Q2)

8 4-071322-00 1 • Cable assembly, flow sensor, oxygen

9 4-071321-00 1 • Cable assembly, flow sensor, air
10 -- 1 • Floor assembly, inspiratory module (See Figure 9-23 for parts
breakdown.)
11 4-075783-00 1 • Seal, inspiratory module rear
12 4-075194-00 8 in. • Tape, adhesive transfer (Available in multiples of 1-ft
(20.3 cm) lengths. Minimum order is 10 ft.)

13 -- 1 • Bracket, regulator

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Inspiratory module assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-21)

14 4-070047-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 5/16, sems (Attach SOL1 to regulator

bracket)
15 4-072215-SP 1 • Solenoid valve assembly, 3-way, +6 V (inspiration pressure
transducer autozero solenoid, SOL1)
16 4-071854-00 2 • Nut, HEX, captive lock (Attach regulator bracket to floor
assembly)
17 -- 1 • Plate, inspiratory module left side
18 4-070041-00 3 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach left side plate to floor
assembly)
19 4-071860-00 3 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 0.5 (Attach left side plate to PSOL
assembly)
20 -- 1 • Proportional solenoid (PSOL) valve assembly (See Figure 9-22
for parts breakdown.)
21 4-070047-00 5 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 5/16, sems (Attach inspiratory electronics
PCB to pneumatic chassis)
22 4-079073-00 3 • Ferrite (use when upgrading older ventilators with
NeoMode option)

-- 4-078159-00 1 • Epoxy, conductive (Use only with EMI upgrades to

ventilator)

-- 10050840 1 • Copper finger stock, 2.5” L

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1
21
(5 PL)

2
NOTE:
(3 PL)
Lubricate o-rings with
Krytox™* grease
(P/N 4-732130-00).
3
(3 PL)

4
20

19
(3 PL)

6 (2 PL) 5 (2 PL)
Oxygen 7

22
17 8
Air
18
(3 PL)
9

15 16 (2 PL) 10

11
14 13 12
(2 PL)

Figure 9-21. Inspiratory module

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9.4.9.2.1 Proportional solenoid (PSOL) valve assembly

PSOL valve assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-22)

-- -- 1 Proportional solenoid (PSOL) valve assembly (See Section

9.4.9.2 for NHA.)
1 4-074925-00 1 • Cable assembly, oxygen sensor
2 4-072214-00 1 • Sensor, oxygen (OS)
3 4-076709-SP 1 • Manifold, outlet check valve
4 4-071930-00 1 • Flap, outlet check valve (CV3)
5 4-071929-00 1 • Seat, check valve, outlet (CV3)
6 4-072151-00 0.625 ft • Rod, nylon, 6/6, natural, 0.062 diameter (Available in
multiples of 1-ft lengths. Minimum order is 10 ft.)
7 -- 1 • Manifold, PSOL/SV
8 4-071800-SP 2 • Valve, PSOL, with o-rings
9 -- 1 • • o-ring, 20-mm

10 -- 1 • • o-ring, 21-mm

11 -- 1 • • o-ring, 29-mm

12 -- 1 • • Valve, PSOL

13 4-072400-SP 1 • Valve with o-rings, safety (SV)

14 -- 1 • • Valve, safety (SV)

15 -- 1 • • o-ring

16 -- 1 • • o-ring

17 4-071860-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 0.5 (Attach SV to PSOL/SV manifold)

18 4-005817-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1-1/8 (Attach outlet check valve manifold
to PSOL/SV manifold)
19 4-071878-00 1 • Washer, silicone

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6
3

4
19
5

7
18
(4 PL)

9 8 (2 PL)
10
11
12

NOTE:
Lubricate o-rings with
Krytox™* grease
(P/N 4-732130-00).

16
15
13

14

17
(2 PL)

Figure 9-22. Proportional solenoid (PSOL) valve assembly

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9.4.9.2.2 Inspiratory module floor assembly

Inspiratory module floor assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-23)

-- -- 1 Floor assembly, inspiratory module (See Section 9.4.9.2 for

NHA.)
1 4-079030-SP 1 • Manifold, check valve
2 4-070036-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach check valve manifold
to floor)
3 4-071936-00 2 • o-ring
4 4-079025-SP 1 • Regulator, pressure, oxygen (REG1), with bleed tube
5 -- 1 • • Regulator, pressure, oxygen (REG1)

6 -- 1 • • Tube, bleed

7 4-079024-SP 1 • Regulator, pressure, air (REG2)

8 4-070036-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach flow sensor manifold
to air filter head)
9 4-071936-00 2 • o-ring
10 -- 1 • Manifold assembly, flow sensor
11 -- 1 • • Manifold, flow sensor

12 -- 2 • • Dust cap, access valve

13 4-071326-00 1 • Harness assembly, oxygen/air pressure switch

14 4-072206-00 2 • Pressure switch with o-ring (oxygen/air) (PS1/PS2)
15 -- 1 • • Pressure switch (oxygen/air) (PS1/PS2)

16 -- 1 • • o-ring

17 4-072205-00 1 • Bowl, filter, oxygen

18 4-071925-00 1 • o-ring
19 4-072204-00 1 • Filter element assembly, oxygen inlet (F3)
20 4-072204-00 1 • • Filter element, oxygen inlet (F3)

21 -- 1 • • o-ring

22 4-071931-00 1 • Filter, bronze, 1/2 x 1/16 (oxygen impact) (F1)

23 4-070036-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach inlet manifold to floor)
24 4-071861-00 1 • Spring, compression, 0.480 diameter x 0.375

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Inspiratory module floor assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-23)

25 4-071902-00 1 • Manifold assembly, inlet, common

-- • Common bracket for the following: DISS male, DISS female,

Air Liquide™*, NIST, CIG

-- • Common module for the following: DISS male, DISS female,

Air Liquide™*, NIST, CIG

4-076790-00 • • Inlets, DISS male

4-076791-00 • • Inlets, DISS female

4-076793-00 • • Inlets, Air Liquide™*

4-076792-00 • • Inlets, NIST

4-076794-00 • • Inlets, CIG

26 -- 1 • Tag, serial number (Contact your Covidien representative for

ordering information.)
27 4-071920-00 2 • o-ring
28 4-071918-00 1 • Tube, transfer, oxygen
29 -- 1 • Head, air filter
30 4-071922-00 1 • o-ring
31 4-072203-00 1 • Filter element with o-ring, air (F2)
32 -- 1 • • Filter element, air inlet (F2)

33 -- 1 • • o-ring

34 4-072202-00 1 • Water trap with o-ring, air, 150 cc

35 -- 1 • • Water trap, air, 150 cc

36 -- 1 • • o-ring

37 -- 1 • Floor, pneumatics
38 4-071919-00 1 • Tube, transfer, air
39 4-071920-00 2 • o-ring
40 -- 1 • Seat, oxygen
41 4-071920-00 2 • o-ring
42 -- 1 • Seat, check valve, air (CV2)
43 4-070036-00 6 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach gas/check valve seats
to check valve manifold)
44 4-071915-00 1 • Plug, compressor port

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Inspiratory module floor assembly parts list (continued)

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-23)

45 4-071921-00 1 • o-ring
46 4-075567-00 1 • Washer, BDU interconnect
47 4-071932-00 1 • Spring, compression, 0.845 x 0.750
48 -- 1 • Seat, check valve, compressor (CV4)
49 -- 2 • Poppet, check valve, compressor (CV4)
50 -- 2 • o-ring
51 -- 2 • o-ring

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2 (2 PL)
1 3 (2 PL) 4
6

5
Oxygen

8 (2 PL)
9 (2 PL) 10
11
51 7
40
(2 PL) 12 (2 PL)
Air 13
50
(2 PL) 42

49
(2 PL) 41
(2 PL) 17
48

47 18
43
46 (6 PL) 14
15
45 (2 PL) 20
39 16 19
22 21
(2 PL) 38 23
29 (2 PL)
44 28
24

30 27
33 (2 PL)
31
32

36
34 26
35
25

NOTE:
Lubricate o-rings with 37
Krytox™* grease
(P/N 4-732130-00).

Figure 9-23. Inspiratory module floor assembly

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9.4.9.3 BDU cover

BDU cover assembly parts lists

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-24)

-- -- 1 Cover assembly, BDU (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.)

1 4-071502-00 1 • Panel, BDU front
2 4-009763-00 1 • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 3/4 (Attaches right panel to top cover/
front panel)
3 4-006219-00 2 • Washer, flat, #6 (Attach right panel to top cover/front panel)
4 4-071505-00 1 • Panel, BDU right
5 4-009750-00 1 • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 1/2 (Attaches right panel to top cover/
front panel)
6 4-009750-00 4 • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 1/2 (Attach front panel to top cover)
7 4-006219-00 4 • Washer, flat, #6 (Attach front panel to top cover)
8 4-076929-00 1 • Cover, BDU top, O2 access port (must use with P/N 4-075227-SP,
PCB, inspiratory electronics with EMI)
9 4-071507-00 2 • Vent, back
10 4-071508-00 2 • Vent, side
11 4-071565-00 1 • Sleeve, catch (Attaches front panel to top cover)
12 4-009763-00 1 • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 3/4 (Attaches front panel to top cover)
13 4-071506-00 1 • Cover, switch window
14 4-009750-00 2 • Screw, PAN, HI-LO, 6-19 x 1/2 (Attach bracket to top cover)
15 4-006219-00 2 • Washer, flat, #6 (Attach bracket to top cover)
16 4-071525-00 1 • Bracket, vent head cover
17 4-075797-00 1 • Insulator
18 4-079036-SP 1 • PCB, BDU LED
19 4-071466-00 1 • Shield, LED
20 4-071509-00 1 • Mounting frame, display
21 4-002459-00 2 • Screw
22 4-075187-00 1 • Switch assembly, power (S1) (Also requires actuator (Figure 9-19)
23 4-075152-00 1 • LED indicator assembly, power switch
24 4-075189-00 1 • Spacer
25 4-075188-00 1 • Clamp, LED (Attaches LED indicator assembly to front panel)
26 4-070035-00 1 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Secures LED indicator assembly to
front panel)
27 4-076897-00 1 • Cover, O2 access port

-- -- 2 • Nut

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9.4.9.4 BDU chassis assembly

BDU chassis assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-25)

-- -- 1 Chassis assembly, BDU (See Section 9.4.9 for NHA.)

1 4-079032-SP 1 • Chassis kit, BDU (See Figure 9-26 for parts breakdown.)
2 4-079019-SP 1 • Cable assembly, inspiratory blindmate
3 4-005482-00 3 • Nut, HEX, 8-32, keps (Attach inspiratory blindmate cable to
chassis)
4 4-079018-SP 1 • Cable assembly, DC blindmate
5 4-070055-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 1/4 (Attach DC blindmate cable to chassis)
6 4-079017-SP 1 • Cable assembly, AC blindmate
7 4-016142-00 1 • Nut, HEX, 6-32, keps (Attaches AC blindmate assembly
ground wire to chassis)
8 4-072623-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach AC blindmate assembly to
chassis)
9 4-023138-SP 1 • Audio alarm assembly with barrier, BD
10 4-071452-00 1 • Cable assembly, BDU LED PCB/alarm/power switch
11 4-074901-00 1 • Cable assembly, exhalation I/O
12 4-073041-00 8 • Standoff, #4, M/F (Attach motherboard PCB to enclosure)
13 4-007566-00 8 • Washer, SR, #4 (Attach motherboard PCB to enclosure)
14 4-070900-SP 1 • PCB, motherboard
15 4-070034-00 7 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.38, sems (Attach motherboard PCB to
enclosure)

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9.4.9.5 BDU chassis kit

BDU chassis kit parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-26)

-- 4-079032-SP 1 Chassis kit, BDU (See Section 9.4.9.4 for NHA.)

1 -- 1 • Chassis, enclosure, BDU
2 4-071549-00 1 • Slide, mount, BDU latch
3 4-070064-00 3 • Screw, FH, 10-32 x 3/8 (Attach slide to chassis)
4 4-079015-SP 1 • Handle kit, BDU release
5 -- 1 • • Release and pin assembly, BDU latch

6 4-072614-00 1 • • Ring, retaining

7 4-071546-00 1 • • Spring, BDU latch

8 4-071558-00 10 • Card guide

9 4-070057-00 9.75 in. (24.8 • Grommet, serrated strip (Available in multiples of 1-ft
cm), cut into lengths. Minimum order is 10 ft.)
2 4.875 in.
(12.4 cm)
pieces
10 4-070056-00 2 • Grommet
11 4-071583-00 1 • Gasket, chassis, enclosure
12 4-071535-00 4 • Foot
13 4-070041-00 4 • Screw, PAN, 8-32 x 1/2, sems (Attach feet to chassis)

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3
(3 PL) 2

1 4

5
13 6 7
(4 PL)

12
(4 PL)

8
(10 PL)

9
(2 PL)
10 4.875 in. (12.4 cm)
11 (2 PL)

Figure 9-26. BDU chassis kit

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9.4.10 806 compressor unit

806 compressor unit parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-27)

-- 806 compressor unit

-- 4-076805-00 1 15,000 hour preventative maintenance kit (120V 60Hz)
-- 4-076806-00 1 15,000 hour preventative maintenance kit (100V 50/60Hz)
-- 4-076807-00 1 15,000 hour preventative maintenance kit (220V 50/60Hz)
1 4-076297-00 1 • Cable, DC
2 4-070034-00 4 • Screw, 6-32 x 0.38
3 4-076236-00 2 • Fan cord
4 4-079062-SP 1 • Assembly, back panel
5 4-076247-00 4 • Rod, threaded 1-32 x 4.0"
6, 11 4-079063-SP 2 • Side panel
7 4-075802-SP 1 • Printed circuit board, 806 compressor
8 4-079061-SP 1 • Assembly, front panel
9 4-076206-00 1 • Support, filter foam
10 4-074374-00 1 • Filter, foam
11, 6 4-079063-SP 2 • Side panel
12 4-076477-00 4 • Accumulator
13 4-019135-00 2 • Fan, cooling, 115V
4-020303-00 • Fan, cooling, 100V
4-020305-00 • Fan, cooling, 220-240V
14 4-076245-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, plenum
15 4-079060-SP 1 • Assembly, top cover
16 4-076287-00 1 • Power cord, AC, 806
17 4-076210-00 1 • Plate, motor mount
18 4-079059-SP 1 • Assembly, air dryer
19 4-076211-00 1 • Plate, base, floor
20 4-079064-SP 1 • Assembly, base (includes air dryer clamp assembly)
21 N-3440009 • Tie, cable (secures air dryer)
22 4-076289-00 1 • Air dryer filter/muffler
23 4-079067-SP 1 • Assembly, coalescing filter (water trap assembly)
24 4-076728-00 1 • Coalescing filter element (also included in PM kit)
25 4-079058-SP 1 • Assembly, solenoid valve, 806
26 -- 1 • Assembly, compressor motor (Available only as part of
10,000 hour preventative maintenance)
27 4-076263-00 1 • Clamp, air dryer

-- 4-076723-00 1 • Shipping container, 806 Compressor (not shown)

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9.4.10.1 806 compressor base assembly

806 compressor base assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-28)
1 4-076299-00 1 • Cable, ground
2 4-00 1138-00 1 • Lockwasher, #8 (not shown)
3 4-005482-00 1 • Nut, captive, 8-32, zinc (not shown)
4 -- 1 • Assembly, compressor (Refer to appropriate 806 compressor
preventative maintenance kit.)
5 4-075214-00 4 • Lower stopper
6 4-003941-00 4 • Washer, flat
7 4-007654-00 4 • Lockwasher, SR, zinc PL 1/4"
8 4-074339-00 4 • Screw, hex head, 1/4 - 20 x 2
9 4-079058-SP 1 • Assembly, solenoid valve
4-076257-00 1 • • Outlet filter
10 4-076319-00 1 • Clip holder, air dryer assembly
11 4-072623-00 3 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8
12 4-076220-00 1 • Baffle, sound, base plate
13 4-076241-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, base
14 4-079064-SP 1 • Assembly, base (includes air dryer clamp assembly)
15 4-076289-00 1 • Air dryer filter and muffler assembly (Included in the
preventative maintenance kit)
16 4-079059-SP 1 • Assembly, air dryer
17 4-079067-SP 1 • Assembly, coalescing filter
18 4-076728-00 1 • Coalescing filter element (also included in PM kit)
19 4-076219-00 1 • Bracket, H2O water trap, 806
20 4-076291-00 1 • Elbow, 1/4 NPT x 3/8 TU
21 4-070041-00 18 • Screw, 8-32 x 0.38 (not all screws shown)
22 4-000697-00 2 • Screw, pan, 1/4-20 x 1/2, zinc
23 4-076210-00 1 • Plate, motor mount
24 -- 1 • Capacitor, motor (Refer to appropriate preventative
maintenance kit.)
25 -- 1 • Clamp, capacitor, motor, 1.75" diam (120V & 100V)
-- • Clamp, capacitor, motor, 1.379" (220V)
26 4-075215-00 4 • Upper stopper
27 4-076318-00 4 • Pop rivet (not shown)
28 4-075247-00 4 • Sleeve, shock mount
29 4-076290-00 4 • Vibration mount
30 4-076282-00 1 • Pressure relief valve, 36 PSIG (not shown)

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9.4.10.2 806 compressor unit enclosure assembly

806 compressor unit enclosure assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-29)

1 4-079060-SP 1 • Assembly, top cover

2 4-076246-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, top panel (foam not shown)
3 4-079062-SP 1 • Assembly, back panel
4 4-076465-00 1 • Fitting, plug, accumulator
5 4-076207-00 4 • Fitting, accumulator
6 N-3710120 4 • o-ring, accumulator
7 4-075256-00 8 • Hose clamp
8 4-075514-00 • Tubing, braided, silicone
9 4-079063-SP 2 • Assembly, side panel (includes Tinnerman clips)
10 4-076244-00 2 • Foam kit, sound, side panel (foam not shown)
11 4-075802-SP 1 • Printed circuit board, 806 compressor
12 4-070034-00 3 • Screw, 6-32 x 0.38 (mount PCB to side panel)
13 4-076241-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, base (Included in base assembly)
14 4-079064-SP 1 • Assembly, base (includes air dryer clamp assembly)
15 4-079061-SP 1 • Assembly, front panel
16 4-076243-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, front panel (foam not shown)
17 4-076206-00 1 • Support, foam filter
18 4-074374-00 1 • Filter, foam
19 4-076218-00 1 • Bracket, accumulator
20 4-076477-00 4 • Accumulator
21 4-005483-00 4 • Nut
22 4-076242-00 1 • Foam kit, sound, back panel

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9.4.10.3 806 compressor unit plenum assembly

806 compressor plenum assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-30)

1 4-002568-00 8 • Screw, pan, 6-32 x 2

2 4-001056-00 8 • Washer, #6
3 4-079065-SP 1 • Assembly, outlet air tube
4 -- 1 • Nut, dome, strain relief
5 4-074505-00 1 • Strain relief
6 4-076724-00 1 • Spacer, strain relief
7 -- 1 • Strain relief
8 -- -- • Wire saddle
9 4-079066-SP 1 • Assembly, heat exchanger
10 4-076212-00 1 • Plate, heat exchanger
11 4-072623-00 4 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8
12 4-070041-00 1 • Screw, 8-32 X 0.5
13 4-0776236-00 2 • Fan cord
14 4-070034-00 4 • Screw, 6-32 x 0.38
15 4-076297-00 1 • Cable, data, DC
16 4-076287-00 1 • Power cord, AC, 806
17 4-019135-00 2 • Cooling fan, 115V
(Included in
4-020303-00 PM kit) • Cooling fan, 100V

4-020305-00 • Cooling fan, 220-240V

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9.4.11 Backup power source (802 BPS)

BPS parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-31)

-- 4-070520-SP -- 802 Backup power source (BPS) (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)
1 4-074678-00 1 • Bezel, BPS, front
2 4-072510-00 2 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 1/4, black oxide (Attach bezel)
3 4-074677-00 1 • Panel, BPS front
4 4-071599-00 4 • Screw, FH, 6-32 x 1/4 (Attach front panel)
5 4-074532-00 1 • Fuse, 15 A, fast-acting, cartridge-type
6 4-000003-00 1 • Tie wrap, small
7 10000007 1 • Battery pack
8 4-074665-00 1 • Floor assembly, BPS enclosure
9 4-079031-SP 1 • Chassis with cable, BPS
10 -- 1 • Standoff, battery
11 4-003443-00 1 • Coupling
12 4-070062-00 2 • Screw, FH, 6-32 x 1/2 (Attach floor to cover)
13 4-016142-00 4 • Nut, HEX, 6-32, keps (Attach PCB to chassis)
14 4-076727-SP 1 • PCB, backup power source (BPS)
15 N-7600028 1 • • Fuse, 15 A, fast-acting

16 4-071599-00 6 • Screw, FH, 6-32 x 1/4 (Attach floor to cover)

17 4-004994-00 2-1/4 in. • Molding, plastic (Available in multiples of 1-ft lengths.
(5.7 cm) Minimum order is 10 ft.)
18 4-072505-00 1 Label, display, BPS, non-US

4-075430-00 Label, display, BPS, US

10071312 1 Label, product information, BPS, English, US (not shown)

10071310 Label, product information, BPS, English/French (not shown)

10071334 Label, product information, BPS, German (not shown)

10071332 Label, product information, BPS, Japanese (not shown)

-- 10071331 Label, product information, BPS, Portuguese (not shown)

10071333 Label, product information, BPS, Spanish/Italian (not shown)

10071661 Label, product information, BPS, Spanish/Portuguese (not

shown)

10071661 Label, product information, BPS, Polish (not shown)

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18

2 (2 PL)
1

4 (4 PL)
17
3

16
(6 PL) 5
9 6
J2

J1
14,15
J3 7
13
(4 PL) to J2

12
(2 PL)
11
10

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9.4.12 803 Backup Power Source

803 Backup power source parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-31)

1 10030274 1 803 Backup Power Source (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)
2 10030284 1 Ext BPS Battery Pack Assembly
3 4-076727-SP 1 Assembly, BPS II Electronics
4 4-070508-00 1 Cable Assembly Backup Power Source
5 10025454 1 Screws (not shown)
6 10026127 Screws, back of mounting bracket (not shown)
7 10026128 Screws, Mounting Cart (not shown)
8 10029082 1 Protective sleeve
9 C-492044-00 2 Cable tie, small
10 4-078166-00 3 6-32 Nylock nut (not shown)
11 10025456 1 8-32 nut with star washer (not shown)
12 10026139 3 Insulating washer (not shown)

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Figure 9-32. 803 BPS assembly

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9.4.13 840 RTA (ready-to-assemble) Cart assembly

RTA Cart assembly parts list

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
(Figure 9-33)

-- 4-076102-00 -- Cart assembly, RTA (See Section 9.4 for NHA.)

1 4-073021-00 1 • Base, GUI
2 4-073020-00 1 • Latch
3 4-073463-00 1 • Spring, latch
4 4-070036-00 3 • Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach GUI base to cart)
5 4-074653-00 1 • Rail, mount, BDU
6 4-009760-00 3 • Screw, FH, 10-32 x 5/8 (Attach BDU mount rail to cart)
7 4-079037-SP 1 • Caster kit (Requires caster wrench, P/N N-4800168)
8 -- 2 • • Caster, front (with brake)

9 -- 2 • • Caster, rear (without brake)

10 4-074616-00 4 • Bumper
11 4-074630-00 2 • Mount, flex arm (Original cart model only)
12 4-072623-00 2 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attaches flex arm mount to original
cart model only)
13 4-074680-00 1 • Bracket, BPS top slide, right
14 4-074681-00 1 • Bracket, BPS top slide, left

4-072623-00 4 • Screw, FH, 8-32 x 3/8 (Attach BPS slide brackets to cart) (not
--
shown)
15 4-074652-00 1 • Drawer
16 4-070520-SP 1 • Backup power supply (BPS)

-- 4-075315-00 1 • Wall air water trap kit (not shown)

-- 4-070770-00 1 • E-cylinder holder

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4 (3 PL)

11 (2 PL)

3
12 (2 PL) 2

5
6 (3 PL)

15
14

16

10 (4 PL) 13

8 (2 PL)
7
9 (2 PL)

Figure 9-33. RTA Cart assembly

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9.4.14 Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart

assembly

Item No.
Part No. Quantity Description
Figure 9-34

1 10046822 1 Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart

with one-hour battery
2 10046823 1 Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart
with four-hour battery
3 10041446 1 Kit, grip, handle, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart
4 Not sold as
a FRU. See
items 1-4 in
Figure 9-33 and
Table 9.4.13
5 10045975 4 Flex am insert, with lockring
6 10041447 1 Base assembly, cart Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart
7 10043372 1 Bezel

not shown 4-076727-30 1 Assembly, PCB, BPS II Electronics 840

not shown 4-070508 1 Assembly, cable, backup power source

not shown 10045589 1 Kit, humidifier mounting, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart

not shown 10040931 1 Drain bag button

not shown 10045966 1 Label kit, 1-hr and 4-hr battery

not shown 10043379 1 1-hour BPS bracket (required if converting from four-hour to
one-hour battery)

not shown 10045984 1 Cable, battery extension, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Compressor Mount Cart

not shown 10043484 6 Spine bolts

not shown 10043461 4 GUI shelf/handle bolts

See item 4 in 4-070036-00 3 Screw, PAN, 6-32 x 0.75, sems (Attach GUI base to cart)
Figure 9-33

See item 3 in 4-073463-00 1 Spring, GUI

Figure 9-33

See item 2 in 4-073020-00 1 Latch, GUI

Figure 9-33

See item 1 in 4-073021-00 1 Base, GUI

Figure 9-33

not shown 10045974 4 5/16-18 Nylock nut; BDU shelf to spine

not shown 10043468 4 Flat washer; BDU shelf to spine

not shown 10045964 1 Touch-up paint, light gray

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Item No.
Part No. Quantity Description
Figure 9-34

not shown 10053403 1 Cylinder bracket

not shown 10000363 1 Wall air water trap bracket

not shown 10043467 2 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8 UNC PPHMS, Nylock

not shown 10043464 3 Screw, 6-32 x 5/8 PPHMS. Nylock

not shown 10043483 4 Lock nut, 5/16-18, Nylon

not shown 10045170 4 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2 PPHMS

not shown 10043481 3 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2 SFHCS (humidifier mount screws)

not shown 10053615 4 Screw, Slotted flat head (humidifier mount screws)

not shown 10040930 1 Hook, tubing and cable, gray

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4
3

1,2

6 7

Figure 9-34. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart assembly

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9.4.15 Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart assembly

Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
Figure 9-35

1 10049941 1 Base assembly, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart
2 10043373 1 Cover, BDU shelf, upper
3 10043374 1 Cover, BDU shelf, lower
4 10041445 1 Kit, grip handle, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart
5 10045975 4 Flex arm insert, with lockring
6 10046826 1 Cart with 1-hour battery, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart
7 10046827 1 Cart with 4-hour battery, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

not shown 10045966 1 Label kit, 1-hr and 4-hr battery

not shown 10043461 4 GUI shelf handle bolts

not shown 10045970 6 Middle plate Nylock nuts (fasten charging circuit to BDU shelf)

not shown 10045578 1 Kit, cylinder mounting, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

not shown 10045588 1 Kit, water trap mounting, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

not shown 10042364 1 Kit, humidifier mounting, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator
Pole Cart

not shown 10043465 4 Self tapping screws for upper/lower covers

not shown 10043378 1 Extension cable Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

not shown 10041274 1 4-hour battery pack

not shown 10040931 1 Drain bag button

not shown 10037900 1 Tank strap, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

not shown 10045972 1 BPS, cover, blue, Puritan Bennett 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

not shown 10043469 6 Nut, 1/4-20 Nylon hex nut; lower shelf/cart frame to base

not shown 10043468 6 Washer, 1/4”; lower shelf/cart frame to base

not shown 10045963 1 Touch-up paint, Blue

not shown 10047074 1 Battery bracket, one-hour required if converting from 4-hour
to one-hour battery

not shown 10043467 2 8-32 Nylock patch screw, power cord hook

not shown 10053403 1 cylinder bracket

not shown 10000363 1 wall air water trap bracket

not shown 10043464 3 Screw, 6-32 x 5/8 PPHMS. Nylock

not shown 10047251 3 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 Serrated flange

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Item no.
Part no. Quantity Description
Figure 9-35

not shown 10051308 3 Screw, 1/4-20 x 7/8 SFHCS (humidifier mount screws)

not shown 10053615 4 Screw, Slotted flat head (humidifier mount screws)

not shown 10043479 4 Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 BSHCS, Nylock

not shown 10035462 1 Hook, tubing and cable, blue

2
6, 7

Figure 9-35. Puritan Bennett™ 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart

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Index 2

Symbols Air pneumatic noise filter (F6). See Filter, air

pneumatic noise
? key, description 1-40
Air pressure switch (PS2). See Pressure switch, air
+5 and +12 V monitors, on GUI CPU PCB, description
Air PSOL (PSOL2). See Proportional solenoid valve,
2-83 air
Air regulator assembly (REG2). See Regulator, air
Numerics Air water trap (WT1). See Water trap, air 2-14
Airway pressure method 2-111
10,000-hour preventive maintenance kits, contents
Alarm assembly
1-37 BD (continuous-tone)
100% O2/CAL 2 min key, description 1-41
description 2-99
10141
replacement 8-105, 8-106
Title
GUI
1 General information 1-1
description 2-93–2-94
15,000-hour preventive maintenance kits, contents
GUI, 10.4-inch
1-37 replacement 8-25
2 min (alarm silence key), description 1-40
GUI, 9.4-inch
802 Backup Power Source (BPS). See BPS
replacement 8-38
806 Compressor unit. See Compressor unit
Alarm circuit (BD), description 2-79
840 Patient system
Alarm handling 7-1–7-9
description 2-6
Alarm log
840 Ventilator System
description 4-7
block diagram 2-8
how to display 4-7
compliance and approvals 1-8–1-14
Alarm messages 7-3–7-9
general description 1-1–1-2
format 7-2
major assemblies 2-1–2-6
Alarm reset (RESET) key, description 1-40
operational overview 2-7–2-10
Alarm silence key, description 1-40
specifications 1-4–1-29
Alarm volume key, description 1-40
Alarms
A classifications 7-1
responding to 7-2–7-9
Absolute (atmospheric) pressure transducer (PA). See
settings, range, resolution, and accuracy 1-25–1-
Transducer, pressure, absolute
AC distribution components, theory of operation 2-
27
volume (dB) specifications 1-6
61–2-64
Alert
AC panel
in EST 3-27
description 2-61–2-63
in SST 3-18
photographs 2-62
Altitude requirements 1-4
replacement 8-67, 8-68
Analog interface (AI) PCB. See PCB, analog interface
ACCEPT key, description 1-42
Atmospheric pressure
Accessories 1-3
how to adjust 4-15–4-16
Accumulator, description 2-43
requirements 1-4
Accumulator/heat exchanger (A/HE)
Atmospheric pressure transducer service function 4-
illustrated parts breakdown 9-80–9-81
15–4-16
Adhesives, use of 8-3
Autozero solenoid. See Solenoid, inspiratory
AI PCB. See PCB, analog interface
pressure transducer autozero or Solenoid,
Air check valve (CV2). See Check valve, air
expiratory pressure transducer autozero
Air dryer, description 2-43
Air flow sensor (Q2). See Sensor, flow, air 2-13
Air hose assemblies, parts list 9-12 B
Air impact screen filter (F4). See Filter, air impact
Backlight inverter PCB. See PCB, backlight inverter
screen
Backup power source. See BPS (backup power
Air inlet filter (F2). See Filter, air inlet
source)

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Barometric pressure compressor PCB 2-104

how to adjust 4-15–4-16 motherboard PCB 2-73
requirements 1-4 pneumatic system 2-11
Base flow 2-8 BPS (backup power source)
Batteries. See BPS (backup power source) battery pack, replacement 8-134–8-135
BATTERY ON indicator, description 1-44 battery specifications 1-6
BATTERY READY indicator, description 1-44 controls and indicators 1-57
Battery removal 800 Series Ventilator Compressor description 2-4–2-5, 2-67–2-68
Mount Cart illustrated parts breakdown 9-82–9-83
four-hour battery 8-141 photograph 2-67
one-hour battery 8-143 replacement 8-128–8-133
Battery removal 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart BPS (backup power source) PCB. See PCB, BPS
four-hour battery 8-147 BPS charging/charged indicators, description 1-57
one-hour battery 8-149 BPS PCB removal 800 Series Ventilator Compressor
Battery replacement 800 Series Ventilator Mount Cart 8-146
Compressor Mount Cart BPS PCB replacement 800 Series Ventilator
four-hour battery 8-142 Compressor Mount Cart 8-147
one-hour battery 8-145 BPS ready indicator, description 1-44
Battery replacement 800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart Breath delivery unit. See BDU
four-hour battery 8-148 Breath type (displayed), function and range 2-113
one-hour battery 8-149 Breathing circuit, ventilator. See Patient circuit 1-15
Baud rate, GUI RS-232 port, how to set 4-8 BRIGHT key, description 1-39
BD (continuous-tone) audio alarm/alarm assembly. Brightness (display) key, description 1-39
See Alarm assembly, BD (continuous-tone)
BD alarm circuit (on BD CPU PCB), description 2-79
BDU (breath delivery unit) C
description 2-2–2-3 Cable
illustrated parts breakdown 9-53 AC power blindmate, replacement 8-110–8-111
panel identification 1-47–1-53 alarm blindmate, replacement 8-107–8-108
part replacement DC power blindmate, replacement 8-109, 8-110
AC panel 8-67–8-68 inspiratory blindmate, replacement 8-108, 8-
AC power bilindmate harness 8-110–8-111 109
alarm assembly 8-105–8-106 Calibration
alarm blindmate cable 8-107–8-108 atmospheric pressure transducer 4-15–4-16
analog interface (AI) PCB 8-60–8-62 exhalation valve 4-9–4-12
cover assembly 8-102, 8-104 flow sensor 4-13–4-15
CPU PCB 8-60–8-62 how flow sensor and expiratory valve data is
DC power blindmate cable 8-109–8-110 copied from BDU to GUI flash memory 4-18
humidifier receptacle 8-65–8-66 oxygen, key, description 1-41
inspiratory blindmate cable 8-108–8-109 requirements 8-6
motherboard PCB 8-104–8-105 Capacitor, compressor starting
power indicator 8-106–8-107 description 2-101
power supply assembly 8-62–8-63 Card cage
power switch 8-64–8-65 description 2-78
real-time clock 8-61 electrical interconnect diagram 2-70
release handle 8-112 I/O panel connections 8-60
removing and installing 8-56–8-58 photograph 2-69
BDU chassis assembly, illustrated parts breakdown 9- Cart assembly
70–9-71 casters, replacement 8-152–8-153
BDU chassis kit, illustrated parts breakdown 9-72–9- description 2-5–2-6
73 flex arm inserts, removing and installing 8-154–
BDU cover assembly 8-155
illustrated parts breakdown 9-68–9-69 GUI mount, removing and installing 8-154
removing and installing 8-102–8-104 illustrated parts breakdown 9-86–9-87
BDU LED PCB. See PCB, BDU LED CB1. See Circuit breaker, main
Block diagram CB2. See Circuit breaker, auxiliary
840 Ventilator System 2-8 Charging Circuit PCB removal 800 Series Ventilator

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Pole Cart 8-151 assembly, BD (continuous-tone)

Charging Circuit PCB replacement 800 Series Contrast (display) key, description 1-39
Ventilator Pole Cart 8-152 Controls and indicators 1-38–1-57
Check valve CV2. See Check valve, air
air (CV2),description 2-19 CV3. See Check valve, inspiratory
compressor (CV4), description 2-19 CV4. See Check valve, compressor
exhalation (CV5) CV5. See Check valve, exhalation
description 2-38
replacement 8-101, 8-102
inspiratory (CV3) D
description 2-27 Data key
replacement 8-78 caution 8-59
Check valve assembly, inspiratory module, contents 2-80
replacement 8-86 function of 1-50
Circuit breaker subsystem, description 2-80
auxiliary (CB2), description 2-61 DATE/TIME service function 4-7
main (CB1), description 2-61 Delivered O2% parameter, function and range 2-113
power supply, trip point 1-5 DIAG LOG service function 4-5–4-6
Circuit, patient. See Patient circuit 1-15 Diagnostic codes
Cleaners and disinfectants 1-30 EST test steps and associated diagnostic codes 6-
Cleaning and inspection. See Performance 98–6-123
verification how GUI displays them 6-4–6-5
CLEAR key, description 1-42 SST test steps and associated diagnostic codes 6-
Collector vial, exhalation (ECV) 87–6-98
description 2-36 types of 6-5–6-6
replacement 8-90 Diagnostic log. See EST/SST Diagnostic Log or System
Communications. See RS-232 port or Remote alarm Diagnostic Log
port Diagram. See Electrical interconnect diagram, Block
Compact flash diagram, or Pneumatic diagram
description 2-83 Dimensions, ventilator 1-4
test, when to perform 5-6, 8-6 Display
Compliance and approvals 1-8–1-14 See also name of specific display
Compressor (M/C), description 2-43 Display brightness key, description 1-39
Compressor accumulator assembly. See Accumulator/ Display contrast key, description 1-39
heat exchanger (A/HE)
Compressor enclosure assembly
illustrated parts breakdown 9-78–9-79 E
COMPRESSOR ON indicator, description 1-44 ECV. See Collector vial, exhalation
Compressor PCB. See PCB, compressor Elapsed time, ventilator/compressor
Compressor pressure transducer (PC). See Transducer, how to display 4-7
pressure, compressor stored on data key 2-80
Compressor ready indicator, description 1-44 Electrical interconnect diagram
Compressor shroud, illustrated parts breakdown 9- AC panel 2-63
76–9-77 card cage 2-70
Compressor unit compressor unit 2-105
AC power components, description 2-101 exhalation module 2-98
description 2-4 GUI 2-84, 2-86
electrical components, description 2-99–2-107 inspiratory module 2-96
electrical interconnect diagram 2-105 power distribution 2-66
illustrated parts breakdown 9-74–9-75 Electrical safety test. See Performance verification,
pneumatic components 2-15 tests
pneumatic diagram 2-42 Electrical specifications, ventilator 1-5–1-8
theory of operation 2-46–2-47 Electrical system
Configuration information 1-2–1-3 theory of operation 2-47–2-107
Connectors, specifications 1-4 Electrostatic discharge control 8-4
Console. See GUI (graphic user interface) End expiratory pressure (PE END) parameter, function
Continuous-tone (BD) alarm assembly. See Alarm and range 2-113

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End inspiratory pressure (PI END) parameter, function (SOL2). See Solenoid, expiratory pressure
and range 2-113 transducer autozero
End-inspiratory flow method 2-111 Extended self test (EST) 3-19–3-28
Environmental requirements 1-4 hardware requirements 3-20
Error messages. See Diagnostic codes or Alarm how to display test outcome 4-7
messages how to run 3-20–3-22
EST service function 4-7 list of tests 3-25–3-27
EST. See Extended self test test results stored in NOVRAM 4-5
EST/SST Diagnostic Log troubleshooting. See Section 6
description 4-5, 6-1 when to run 3-19
how to display contents 4-5–4-6 External Test Control service function 4-9
screen 4-6
EV. See Exhalation valve
EXH HTR. See Heater, exhalation F
Exhalation check valve (CV5). See Check valve, F1. See Filter, oxygen impact
exhalation F2. See Filter, air inlet
Exhalation collector vial (ECV). See Collector vial, F3. See Filter, oxygen inlet
exhalation F4. See Filter, air impact screen
Exhalation flow sensor (Q3). See Sensor, flow, F5. See Filter, oxygen impact screen
exhalation F6. See Filter, air pneumatic noise
Exhalation heater (EXH HTR). See Heater, exhalation F7. See Filter, oxygen pneumatic noise
Exhalation metabolic sample port F8. See Filter, inspiratory (main flow)
eliminating 8-94 F9. See Filter, expiratory
Exhalation module Failure
component photographs 2-40–2-41 in EST 3-27
cover, removing and installing 8-90–8-92 in SST 3-18
electrical interconnect diagram 2-98 Fan (compressor), description 2-101
part replacement Fans, description 2-43
check valve (CV5) 8-101–8-102 Filter
collector vial (ECV) 8-90 air impact screen (F4), description 2-19
exhalation sample port 8-94 air inlet (F2)
exhalation transducer PCB 8-99–8-100 description 2-19
exhalation valve (EV) 8-95–8-96 replacement 8-69, 8-70
expiratory filter (F9) 8-90 air pneumatic noise (F6), description 2-19
expiratory pressure transducer autozero compressor (F10), description 2-43
solenoid (SOL2) 8-101 compressor intake/silencer (F12), description 2-
flow sensor (Q3) 8-97–8-99 43
heater assembly (EXH HTR) 8-101–8-102 compressor transducer (F11), description 2-43
pneumatic diagram 2-38 expiratory (F9)
removing and installing 8-93 description 2-36
theory of operation 2-37–2-41 replacement 8-90
Exhalation transducer PCB. See PCB, exhalation GUI, 9.4-inch
transducer cooling vent, replacement 8-51
Exhalation valve (EV) inspiratory (main flow) (F8), description 2-36
description 2-39 line, description 2-61
how to calibrate 4-9–4-12 oxygen impact (F1)
replacement 8-95, 8-96 description 2-18
Exhalation, gas flow diagram 2-112 replacement 8-72
Exhalation, patient 2-110 oxygen inlet (F3)
Exhaled minute volume (VE TOT) parameter, function description 2-18
and range 2-113 replacement 8-72
Exhaled tidal volume (VTE) parameter, function and oxygen pneumatic noise (F7), description 2-18
range 2-114 Flex arm assembly, illustrated parts breakdown 9-8–
EXP PAUSE key, description 1-41 9-9
Exp Valve Calibration service function 4-9–4-12 Flow control subsystem
Expiratory filter (F9). See Filter, expiratory 2-14 component photographs 2-24
Expiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid pneumatic diagram 2-23

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theory of operation 2-22–2-25 part replacement

flow sensitivity 2-9 alarm assembly 8-38–8-39
Flow sensor. See Sensor, flow backlight inverter PCB 8-39–8-40
Flow triggering backlight panels 8-49–8-50
description 2-110 compact flash 8-45
flow triggering 2-8 cooling vent filter 8-51
Front housing, GUI, 10.4-inch CPU PCB 8-43–8-45
replacement 8-28 keyboard assembly 8-32–8-34
LCD panels 8-49–8-50
LED PCB 8-40–8-41
G real-time clock 8-46
Gas supply conditioning subsystem rear housing 8-35
component photographs 2-20–2-21 rotor housing 8-52
operation 2-21 touch screen bezel and window 8-30–8-32
pneumatic diagram 2-18 touchframe PCB 8-47
theory of operation 2-17–2-22 VGA LCD controller PCB 8-42
General Information ??–1-59 rear housing
General information 1-1–?? illustrated parts breakdown 9-48–9-49
Graphic user interface (GUI). See GUI replacement 8-35–8-38
Ground isolation check. See Performance removing and installing (GUI) 8-34
verification, tests repair procedures 8-30–8-52
GUI (graphic user interface) GUI alarm assembly. See Alarm assembly, GUI
controls and indicators 1-38–1-46 GUI CPU PCB. See PCB, GUI CPU
description 2-3, 2-80–2-93 GUI LED PCB. See PCB, GUI LED
normal indicator, description 1-48
part replacement chart 8-9
GUI (graphic user interface), 10.4-inch H
cable assembly Harness. See Cable
replacing 8-13 Heat exchanger (HE), description 2-43
GUI CPU shield Heater assembly
removing 8-14 exhalation (EXH HTR)
GUI PCB touchframe style jumpers 8-17 description 2-38
GUI support bracket 8-22 replacement 8-101, 8-102
illustrated parts breakdown 9-36–9-41 High circuit pressure limit 2-111
part replacement High-urgency alarm indicator, description 1-45
alarm assembly 8-25 Hours, ventilator/compressor
compact flash 8-20 how to display 4-7
front housing 8-28 stored on data key 2-80
keyboard assembly 8-26 Housing base, description 2-43
LCD panels 8-23 Humidifier receptacle, replacement 8-65, 8-66
LED PCB 8-24
real-time clock 8-21
rotor housing 8-28 I
touchframe PCB 8-23 I:E ratio (I:E) parameter, function and range 2-114
rear housing Indicator. See name of specific indicator
removing 8-13 INFO key, description 1-40
replacing 8-14 Information log. See System Information Log
removing and installing 8-9 Inspiration, gas flow diagram 2-109
removing and installing on Puritan Bennett 800 Inspiratory (main flow) filter (F8). See Filter,
Series Ventilator Compressor Mount Cart or inspiratory (main flow)
800 Series Ventilator Pole Cart 8-10 Inspiratory check valve (CV3). See Check valve,
removing GUI backlight inverter PCBs 8-15 inspiratory
repair procedures 8-9–8-29 Inspiratory electronics PCB. See PCB, inspiratory
GUI (graphic user interface), 9.4-inch electronics
front housing, illustrated parts breakdown 9- Inspiratory module
46–9-47 description 2-16
illustrated parts breakdown 9-43–9-45 electrical interconnect diagram 2-96

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fascia panel, removing and installing 8-70–8-71 Knob encoder circuit, on GUI CPU PCB, description 2-
gas flow diagram 2-17 85
illustrated parts breakdown 9-58–9-61
leak testing 8-74–8-75
modifications, recent 8-68 L
part replacement Label kits, parts list 9-19–9-28
air inlet filter (F2) 8-69–8-70 Leak testing, pneumatic connections 8-4
check valve (CV3) 8-78 Leakage current, specifications 1-6
check valve assembly 8-86 LED array
ferrite cores, installing 8-68 diagnostic (on BD CPU PCB), description 2-75
flow sensor assembly 8-86 LED, power. See Power indicator
inspiratory electronics PCB 8-80 Light. See name of specific light
left-side plate 8-80–8-81 Line filter, description 2-61
o-rings 8-69 Line voltage, how to set low alarm threshold 4-8
oxygen and air flow sensors (Q1 and Q2) 8- Lock key (for screen), description 1-39
83 Log. See EST/SST Diagnostic Log, System Diagnostic
oxygen and air pressure switches (PS1 and Log, System Information Log, or Alarm log
PS2) 8-72 Low-urgency alarm indicator, description 1-45
oxygen and air regulators (REG1 and REG2)
8-88
oxygen filter assembly 8-72 M
oxygen sensor 8-75–8-78 Main flow filter. See Filter, inspiratory
oxygen sensor (with access port) 8-75–8-77 Maintenance and service. See Schedule of periodic
pressure transducer autozero solenoid maintenance or Service and repair
(SOL1) 8-89 Manifold, outlet, description 2-27
PSOL cartridge 8-73–8-74 MANUAL INSP key, description 1-41
PSOL manifold 8-81–8-83 Manual ventilator check. See Performance
right-side plate 8-78–8-80 verification, tests
safety valve (SV) 8-84–8-85 Manufacturer’s Declaration 1-10
removing and installing (inspiratory module) 8- Maximum circuit pressure (PPEAK) alarm, function
74–8-75 and range 2-114
Inspiratory module floor assembly Mean airway pressure (PMEAN) parameter, function
disassembly and reassembly 8-89 and range 2-114
illustrated parts breakdown 9-64–9-67 Medium-urgency alarm indicator, description 1-45
Inspiratory pressure transducer autozero solenoid Mode, service. See Service mode
(SOL1). See Solenoid, inspiratory pressure Module, exhalation. See Exhalation module
transducer autozero Module, inspiratory. See Inspiratory module
Inspiratory pressure transducer. See Transducer, Monitored data
inspiratory pressure functions and ranges 2-113–2-114
Interconnect diagram. See Electrical interconnect range, resolution, and accuracy 1-27–1-29
diagram Motherboard PCB. See PCB, motherboard

K N
K1. See Relay, power 2-61 NeoMode
Key. See name of specific key patient system 2-6
Keyboard assembly Normal GUI indicator, description 1-48
description 1-39–1-42, 2-89–2-90 Normal ventilator operation indicator, description 1-
interface circuit, on GUI CPU PCB 2-85 45
knob assembly 2-89 NOVRAM (nonvolatile random access memory)
photograph 2-90 circuit (on BD CPU PCB), description 2-74
Keyboard assembly, 10.4- inch GUI circuit (on GUI CPU PCB), description 2-83
replacement 8-26 contents 2-77
Keyboard assembly, 9.4- inch GUI Nurse’s call (remote alarm) port
replacement 8-32 location 1-46
Kits, preventive maintenance, 10-000-hour 1-37 specifications and pinout 1-7–1-8
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O replacement 8-60
backlight inverter
O2. See Oxygen
description 2-92–2-93
Occlusion handling, operational description 2-121–
photograph 2-82
2-123 BD (breath delivery) CPU
OIM (operator-initiated manadatory) breath 2-110
description 2-74–2-76
OPERATION TIME service function 4-7
photograph 2-75
OS. See Sensor, oxygen
replacement 8-60
OSC (occlusion status cycling) 2-121
BDU LED
Other Screens service function, list of subfunctions 4-
description 2-95
8–4-15 photograph 2-95
Oxygen calibration key, description 1-41
BPS (backup power source)
Oxygen check valve (CV1). See Check valve, oxygen
photograph 2-68
Oxygen flow sensor (Q1). See Sensor, flow, oxygen 2-
replacement 8-137
13 compressor
Oxygen hose assemblies, parts list ??–9-11
block diagram 2-104
Oxygen impact filter (F1). See Filter, oxygen impact
description 2-101–2-107
Oxygen impact screen filter (F5). See Filter, oxygen
photograph 2-102
impact screen
exhalation transducer
Oxygen inlet filter (F3). See Filter, oxygen inlet
description 2-97
Oxygen pneumatic noise filter (F7). See Filter, oxygen
replacement 8-99, 8-100
pneumatic noise
GUI (graphic user interface), 10.4-inch
Oxygen pressure switch (PS1). See Pressure switch,
removing CPU 8-16
oxygen
GUI CPU
Oxygen pressure valve. See Pressure valve, oxygen 2-
description 2-80–2-85
14 photograph 2-81, 2-82
Oxygen PSOL (PSOL1). See Proportional solenoid
Trending-enabled (TE) 2-80, 8-7
valve, oxygen
GUI LED
Oxygen regulator assembly (REG1). See Regulator,
description 2-91
oxygen
photograph 2-91
Oxygen sensor calibration 4-20
GUI touchframe
Oxygen sensor. See Sensor, oxygen
description 2-88
GUI, 10.4-inch
P backlight inverter
PA. See Transducer, pressure, absolute (atmospheric) replacement 8-15
Part ordering 8-5 CPU PCB
part replacement touchframe style jumpers 8-17
GUI (graphic user interface), 10.4-inch LED
CPU 8-16 replacement 8-24
Parts list 9-1–9-87 touchframe (MKG Touch)
abbreviations 9-2 replacement 8-23
how to use 9-1 GUI, 9.4-inch
See also name of specific assembly backlight inverter
Patient circuit, specifications 1-15–1-17 description 8-39
Patient system
replacement 8-39
description 2-6
CPU
illustrated parts breakdown 9-3–9-5
pneumatic diagram 2-36 replacement 8-43
See also 840 Ventilator System Operator’s and touchframe style jumpers 8-43
Technical Reference Manual LED
theory of operation 2-37 description 8-39
PC. See Transducer, pressure, compressor replacement 8-40
PCB touchframe
analog interface (AI) replacement 8-47
description 2-78 VGA LCD controller
photograph 2-78
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versions 8-42 description 2-64

inspiratory electronics replacement 8-106, 8-107
description 2-95 Power monitors, on GUI CPU PCB, description 2-83
interconnect diagram (inspiratory module) Power on self test (POST) 3-4–3-8
2-96 structure 3-9–3-11
photograph 2-95 troubleshooting. See Section 6
replacement 8-80 Power on self test (POST)
motherboard difference between short and full-length POST
block diagram 2-73 3-8
description 2-71–2-73 following power interruptions 3-8
photograph 2-71 safety considerations 3-7
replacement 8-104, 8-105 Power supply
touchframe. See GUI touchframe description 2-65
VGA LCD controller photograph 2-65
description 2-85 replacement 8-62, 8-63
PE. See Transducer, pressure, expiratory Power switch (S1). See Switch, power
Performance verification 5-1–5-15 Pressure measurement device
Performance verification description 1-32
BreathLab® 840 VTS software, use of 5-10 specifications 5-3
calibrations and tests, preliminary 5-5 Pressure switch
cleaning and inspection 5-4 air (PS2)
guidelines for 5-7 description 2-19
PTS 2000 Test System, use of 5-10–5-13 replacement 8-72
test software, use of 5-13 oxygen (PS1)
tests 5-7–5-10 description 2-18
electrical safety 5-8 replacement 8-72
ground isolation check 5-9 Pressure triggering
manual ventilator check 5-14–5-15 description 2-109
regulator setting verification 5-10 pressure triggering 2-8
tools, test equipment, and service materials 5-1– Pressure, how to set units 4-8
5-4 Preventive maintenance kits
ventilator setup 5-4–5-5 10,000-hour, contents 1-37
when to run 5-1 15,000-hour, contents 1-37
Periodic maintenance, schedule 1-35 Preventive maintenance, schedule 1-35, 1-36
PI. See Transducer, pressure, inspiratory Proportional solenoid (PSOL) valve assembly
Piezo alarm. See Alarm assembly, BD (continuous- illustrated parts breakdown 9-62–9-63
tone) manifold replacement 8-81, 8-83
PIM breath 2-110 Proportional solenoid valve
Pneumatic calibration analyzer air (PSOL2), description 2-24
description 1-32 oxygen (PSOL1), description 2-24
specifications 5-3 PS1. See Pressure switch, oxygen
Pneumatic system PS2. See Pressure switch, air
block diagram 2-11 PSOL1. See Proportional solenoid valve, oxygen
table of component descriptions 2-13–2-15 PSOL2. See Proportional solenoid valve, air
theory of operation 2-11 PTS 2000 Test System. See Performance verification
POST. See Power on self test
Potential equalization (ground) point, description 1-
53 Q
Power Q1. See Sensor, flow, oxygen
loss of, operational sequence 2-117–2-118 Q2. See Sensor, flow, air
specifications 1-5–1-6 Q3. See Sensor, flow, exhalation
Power cord
description 2-61
parts list 9-14
R
Power failure detection circuit (on BD CPU PCB), REG1. See Regulator assembly, oxygen
description 2-76 REG2. See Regulator assembly, air
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air (REG2), description 2-19 (SST), Extended Self Test (EST), or Background
oxygen (REG1), description 2-18 checks
setting verification. See Performance Sensor
verification, tests flow
Regulatory approvals 1-8–1-14 air (Q2)
Relay description 2-23
power (K1), description 2-61, 2-101 replacement 8-83
remote alarm (nurse’s call), on GUI CPU PCB, exhalation (Q3)
description 2-85
description 2-38
Release handle (BDU), replacement 8-112
Relief valve (RV), description 2-43 replacement 8-97, 8-99
Remote alarm (nurse’s call) port how calibration data is copied from its serial
location 1-46 EEPROM to BDU flash memory 4-17–
specifications and pinout 1-7–1-8 4-18
Remote alarm relay, on GUI CPU PCB, description 2- how to calibrate 4-13–4-15
85 oxygen (Q1)
RESET (alarm) key, description 1-40 description 2-23
Restrictor (R1), description 2-43 replacement 8-83
Rotary encoder/decoder circuit, on GUI CPU PCB, oxygen (OS)
description 2-85 access port 8-75
Rotor housing (GUI, 9.4-inch) description 2-27
replacement 8-52 life expectancy 1-5
Rotor housing, GUI, 10.4-inch replacement 8-75, 8-78
replacement 8-28 replacement (with access port) 8-77
RS-232 port See also Transducer
location 1-46 Serial communications port
on BD CPU PCB, description 2-75 location 1-46
on GUI CPU PCB specifications and pinout 1-7–1-8
description 2-83 Serial loopback test (10.4" GUI only) 5-10
how to set baud rate 4-8 Serial numbers
specifications and pinout 1-7–1-8 how they are copied from data key to flash
memory 4-18–4-19
how to display 1-59, 4-7
S stored on data key 2-80
SAAS. See Sound generator interface Service (TEST) button, description 1-50
Safety valve (SV) Service and repair 8-1–8-155
description 2-27 Service and repair
replacement 8-84, 8-85 adhesives (use of) 8-3
SVO gas flow diagram 2-30 BDU (breath delivery unit). See BDU, part
Safety valve and inspiration monitoring subsystem replacement
component photographs 2-26, 2-28–2-29 BPS (backup power source). See BPS (backup
pneumatic diagram 2-26 power source), part replacement
theory of operation 2-25–2-30 Cart assembly. See Cart assembly
Safety valve open (SVO) indicator, description 1-43 electrical cables and pneumatic tubing 8-3
Safety valve open (SVO) state electrostatic discharge control 8-4
gas flow diagram 2-120 exhalation module. See Exhalation module, part
operational description 2-119–2-120 replacement
Schedule of periodic maintenance 1-35, 1-36 GUI (graphic user interface), 10.4-inch. See GUI
Screen (graphic user interface), 10.4-inch, part
EST/SST Diagnostic Log 4-6 replacement
SERIVCE MODE 4-2 Inspiratory module. See inspiratory module, part
System Information Log 4-6 replacement
Screen lock key, description 1-39 leak testing, pneumatic connections 8-4
Self tests part ordering 8-5
list 3-2–3-3 patient system and accessories. See 840
Self tests 3-1–3-29 Ventilator System Operator’s and Technical
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post-service procedures 8-5 dimensions 1-4

repair guidelines 8-2 electrical 1-5–1-8
repair safety 8-1–8-2 environmental 1-4
repair-related cleaning 8-3 flow range 1-5
requirements, testing and calibration 8-5 gas inlet supplies 1-5
Service mode 4-1–4-19 gas mixing system 1-5
automatically executed functions 4-17–4-19 leakage current 1-6
definition 4-1 measuring and display devices 1-15–??, 1-16
diagram of functions 4-4 operating pressure range 1-5
how to access 4-1 oxygen sensor life 1-5
list of functions 4-3 patient circuit 1-15–??, 1-16–1-17
screens 4-2 pneumatic calibration analyzer 1-32, 5-3
Service Mode Setup service function 4-8 pneumatic, ventilator 1-5
Short POST, difference between it and full-length power 1-5–1-6
POST 3-8 power input range 1-5
Short self test (SST) 3-12–3-18 power supply (mains) circuit breaker 1-5
hardware requirements 3-14 remote alarm (nurse’s call) port 1-7–1-8
how to display results 4-5 serial communications (RS-232) port 1-7–1-8
how to display test outcome 4-7 ventilator connectors 1-4
how to interpret test results 3-18 weight 1-4
list of tests 3-17–3-18 Spontaneous minute volume (VE SPONT) parameter,
test steps and associated diagnostic codes 6-87– function and range 2-114
6-98 SST RESULT service function 4-5
troubleshooting. See Section 6 SST. See Short self test
warning about running with patient Status log. See System Information Log
disconnected 3-12 SV. See Safety valve
when to run 3-13 SVO. See Safety valve open (SVO) state
Silence key (for alarm), description 1-40 Switch, power (S1)
Silencer (F13), description 2-43 description 2-64
SIMV mode 2-110 replacement 8-64, 8-65
Software version, how to display 1-59, 4-7 System Diagnostic Log
SOL1. See Solenoid, inspiratory pressure transduder description 4-5, 6-1
autozero how to display contents 4-5–4-6
SOL2. See Solenoid, expiratory pressure transduder System Information Log
autozero description 4-5, 6-1
SOL3. See Solenoid, compressor unloading how to display contents 4-5–4-6
SOL4. See Solenoid, compressor drain screen 4-6
Solenoid
compressor unloading (SOL3)
description 2-43 T
expiratory pressure transducer autozero (SOL2) TE. See PCB, GUI CPU, Trending-enabled
description 2-39 TEST (service) button, description 1-50
replacement 8-101 TEST SUMMARY service function 4-7
inspiratory pressure transducer autozero (SOL1) Testing. See Power on self test (POST), Short self test
description 2-27 (SST), Extended self test (EST), or Performance
replacement 8-89 verification
Sound generator interface, description 2-85 Theory of operation 2-1–2-123
Speaker assembly. See Alarm assembly Time and date, how to set 4-7
Specifications 1-4–1-29 Time cycling method 2-110
air/oxygen regulator bleed 1-5 Time limit 2-111
alarm volume 1-6 Time, elapsed, ventilator/compressor, how to display
altitude 1-4 4-7
atmospheric pressure 1-4 Tools, equipment, and service materials 1-29–1-34
bacteria filter efficiency 1-17 Total respiratory rate (fTOT) parameter, function and
battery 1-6 range 2-114
BPS, battery 1-6 Touch screen bezel and window, GUI, 9.4-inch
compliance and approvals 1-8–1-14 replacement 8-30

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TP1. See Pressure valve, oxygen

Transducer, pressure
absolute (atmospheric) (PA)
description 2-27, 2-95
how to calibrate 4-15–4-16
autozero gas flow diagram 2-116
compressor (PC), description 2-43, 2-103
expiratory (PE), description 2-27, 2-39
inspiratory (PI), description 2-27, 2-95
Transducer. See also Sensor

U
Utility panel. See AC panel

V
Valve. See specific name of valve, such as Exhalation
valve
VENT CONFIG service function 4-7
Vent head LED PCB. See PCB, BDU LED
VENT INOP indicator, description 1-43
Vent Inop Test service function 4-12–4-13
Ventilator inoperative condition 2-10
Ventilator inoperative indicator, description 1-43
Ventilator settings, ranges, resolutions, and
accuracies 1-18–1-25
Ventilator System. See 840 Ventilator System
VGA controller. See PCB, VGA LCD controller
VIM breath 2-110
Voltage
line, how to set low alarm threshold 4-8
sentry circuit (on BD CPU PCB), description 2-79
supply, monitoring, description 2-119
Volume key (for alarm), description 1-40

W
Water trap (WT2), description 2-43
Water trap, air (WT1), description 2-19
Water traps (in patient circuit), description 2-36
Weight, ventilator 1-4
Wiring diagram. See Electrical interconnect diagram
2-63
WT1. See Water trap, air

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