LTV 1200 Operator's Manual - AARC.org

CAUTIONExternal Battery Pack - The External Battery Pack should only be connected to the LTV ® 1200ventilator using the Pulmonetic Systems External Battery Cable (PN 10802). This cable is pre-wiredand properly terminated to ensure safe connection of the External Battery Pack to the ventilator.Electrical Grounding – In the event of a loss of electrical protective ground, touching the ventilatorcould result in electrical shock. To ensure grounding and avoid this danger, use only the unmodifiedpower cord originally supplied with the LTV ® 1200 ventilator, maintained in good condition andconnected to a properly wired and grounded electrical power outlet.Do not cover the ventilator – To avoid damage to the ventilator, do not cover while operating orposition relative to other objects such that the operation or performance of the ventilator may beadversely affected. Ensure that sufficient space exists around the ventilator while in use to allow freecirculation of gases.Electrostatic Discharge – The use of electrically conductive hoses and tubing is not recommended.The use of such materials may result in damage to the ventilator from electrostatic discharge.External DC Power Source or External Battery - When connecting the LTV ® 1200 ventilator to anexternal DC power source or external battery, use only the approved method and connectorsspecified in Chapter 14 - Power and Battery Operation.AC Power Source - When connecting the ventilator to an AC power source, use only the approvedLTV ® AC Power Adapter.AC Power Earth Ground Validity – If the validity of the AC power earth ground connection is indoubt, use the internal battery, an external battery, or an external DC power source to operate theLTV ® 1200 ventilator.Fuse Fire Hazard – Replacement of existing fuses with fuses with different voltage or electricalcurrent ratings may cause a fire.Storage Temperature - Storing the LTV ® 1200 ventilator at temperatures above 60°C (140°F) forlong periods can damage the internal battery and cause expected battery duration to degrade.Patient Assist Call Connector – Do not apply more than 25V rms or 32VDC to the Patient AssistCall connector.Ventilator Checkout Tests - LTV ® 1200 ventilator Checkout tests must be performed before initialuse of the ventilator. Rerun the tests whenever a question about the ventilator’s operation arises.Release Button - To avoid damaging the ventilator or the power connector, push the release buttonon the connector before removing it from the ventilator power port or the power port pigtail connector.Page 1-12 LTV ® 1200 Ventilator Operator’s Manualp/n 18247-001, Rev. E