Service_Manual_2.540105a_EN_CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro

CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

ErgoSpiro 

Installation and Service Supplement for 

ErgoSpiro Option 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a *2.540105*

Sales and Service Information 

The SCHILLER sales and service centre network is world-wide. For the address of 

your local distributor, contact your nearest SCHILLER subsidiary. In case of 

difficulty, a complete list of all distributors and subsidiaries is provided on our 

internet site: www.schiller.ch 

Manufactured by: 

SCHILLER AG Phone: +41 (0) 41 766 42 42 

Altgasse 68 Fax: +41 (0) 41 761 08 80 

CH-6341 Baar, Switzerland E-mail: sales@schiller.ch 

Web: www.schiller.ch 

The CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro system bears the CE-0123 mark (Notified 

Body TÜV-SÜD Product Service GmbH, Ridlerstr. 65, 80339 Munich, Germany), indicating 

its compliance with the essential requirements of the Annex I of the Medical Device Directive 

93/42/EE regarding safety, functionality and labelling. The requirements apply to patients, 

users and third persons who come into contact with this device within the scope of its intended 

use. 

Article no.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

Issue date: 06.09.17



Installation and Service 

Contents 

1 Notes and Safety Precautions ................. 7 

1.1 Intended Use and Indication for Use .................................. 7 

1.2 Physicians Responsibility and Safety Precautions .......... 7 

1.3 Safety..................................................................................... 7 

1.4 Maintenance Precautions .................................................... 8 

1.5 Pressurised Gas ................................................................... 8 

1.6 Safety Symbols and Pictograms......................................... 9 

1.6.1 Symbols used in this Document......................................................... 9 

1.6.2 Symbols used on the Device or Packaging...................................... 10 

1.7 What‘s in this Book ............................................................ 11 

1.7.1 Readership....................................................................................... 11 

1.8 Associated Documents...................................................... 11 

2 Introduction ............................................ 12 

2.1 Equipment Overview .......................................................... 12 

2.2 Software Overview ............................................................. 13 

2.2.1 Interconnection Overview................................................................. 13 

2.3 CS-200 Excellence Back Panel.......................................... 14 

2.4 PowerCube-Ergo ................................................................ 16 

2.4.1 Front Panel....................................................................................... 16 

2.4.2 Back Panel....................................................................................... 16 

3 Assembly ................................................17 

3.1 Tools Required ................................................................... 17 

3.2 Procedure............................................................................ 17 

4 Installing the LFX Program .................... 26 

4.1 Procedure............................................................................ 26 

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5 Calibration and Verification ...................31 

5.1 General Notes about Calibration....................................... 31 

5.2 Verification and Calibration Intervals ............................... 31 

5.3 Zero Point Verification ....................................................... 32 

5.3.1 Zero Point ........................................................................................ 32 

5.4 Ambient Parameters .......................................................... 32 

5.4.1 Procedure ........................................................................................ 32 

5.5 Volume Verification/ Calibration ....................................... 33 

5.5.1 Procedure ........................................................................................ 33 

5.5.2 Tabular Results after Verification..................................................... 34 

5.5.3 Volume Calibration Trouble Shooting Table .................................... 35 

5.5.4 Gas Calibration ................................................................................ 35 

5.5.5 Interval ............................................................................................. 35 

5.5.6 Calibration Gas ................................................................................ 35 

5.5.7 Procedure ........................................................................................ 36 

5.5.8 Calibration Factors........................................................................... 38 

5.5.9 Calibration Errors ............................................................................. 39 

5.5.10 Gas Calibration Check Table ........................................................... 40 

5.6 Volume Correction Factors - BTPS and STPD................. 41 

6 Fault Finding ...........................................45 

6.1 Initial Checks....................................................................... 45 

6.1.1 Data Communication with PowerCube-Ergo ................................... 46 

6.1.2 Measurement or Other Errors .......................................................... 46 

6.2 General Fault Diagnosis Chart .......................................... 47 

6.3 Checks and Adjustments................................................... 52 

6.3.1 Checking and Selecting Communication Channels ......................... 52 

6.3.2 Checking and Adjusting the Measurement Channels ...................... 52 

6.3.3 Adjustments ..................................................................................... 55 

7 System Maintenance ..............................57 

7.1 Service Interval ................................................................... 57 

7.2 External Sight Control........................................................ 58 

7.3 Functional Checks and Tests ............................................ 58 

7.4 Software Maintenance........................................................ 59 

7.5 Safety Tests......................................................................... 59 

7.6 Cleaning and Disposables ................................................. 59 

7.7 Replacing the O2 Cell and Nafion Tube............................ 59 

7.7.1 Changing the Nafion Tube............................................................... 59 

7.7.2 Changing the Oxygen Module ......................................................... 60 

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8 Accessories ............................................ 61 

8.1 Flow Sensor Pneumotach and Adaptors ......................... 61 

8.2 Tubes ................................................................................... 61 

8.3 O2 Cell ................................................................................. 62 

8.4 Masks, Mask Adaptors and Headgear .............................. 62 

8.5 Mouthpiece and Adaptors ................................................. 62 

8.6 General ................................................................................ 63 

8.7 Patient Cable and Electrodes ............................................ 63 

8.8 Calibration Gas and Regulators........................................ 64 

8.8.1 Notes when ordering from a Supplier............................................... 64 

9 Technical Data ........................................65 

9.1 PowerCube-Ergo ................................................................ 65 

9.1.1 Standards......................................................................................... 66 

9.2 Pressure Reducer............................................................... 66 

9.3 ECG Part.............................................................................. 66 

9.4 Ambient Conditions ........................................................... 67 

9.5 EMC information................................................................. 67 

10 Index ........................................................ 69 

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Notes and Safety Precautions 1 

Installation and Service Intended Use and Indication for Use 1.1 

1 Notes and Safety 

Precautions 

1.1 Intended Use and Indication for Use 

 

See CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence user guide and CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

ErgoSpiro User Guide Supplement. 

1.2 Physicians Responsibility and Safety 

Precautions 

 

See CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence user guide and CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

ErgoSpiro User Guide Supplement. 

1.3 Safety 

 

The screens are heavy and require a two man lift. Only assemble the CARDIOVIT 

CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro with two people. 

 

 

 

This Installation and Service Guide is for qualified service personnel only, trained 

by SCHILLER. 

Ensure your facilities workshop practices are followed and safety warnings and 

cautions observed. 

Always lock the wheels when the unit is stationary to prevent the unit from rolling 

and causing possible injury. 

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1 Notes and Safety Precautions 

1.4 Maintenance Precautions 



1.4 Maintenance Precautions 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use only accessories and other parts recommended or supplied by SCHILLER 

AG. Use of other than recommended or supplied parts may result in injury, inaccurate 

information and/or damage to the unit. 

Do not use high temperature sterilisation processes (such as autoclaving). Do not 

use e-beam or gamma radiation sterilisation. 

Do not use solvent or abrasive cleaners on either the unit or cable assemblies. 

To prevent electric shock do not disassemble any unit. No serviceable parts inside. 

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. 

Before cleaning and to isolate the mains power supply, switch the unit off and disconnect 

from the mains by removing the plug.Ancillary equipment connected to 

any analogue and/or digital interface of the medical panel must be certified according 

to the respective IEC standards. Ancillary equipment not connected via 

an isolation transformer must use the same hospital grade common earth. 

Do not, under any circumstances, immerse the unit or cable assemblies in liquid. 

The unit is protected by double pole / neutral fusing for continued protection 

against the risk of fire. Replace only with the same fuse type and rating 

1.5 Pressurised Gas 

Measurement Gas Tube 

 

 

 

 

Only use the original gas, pressure gauge, and tubing provided with the 

equipment. If replacement is required only replace with original equipment 

supplied or approved by SCHILLER. Failure to do so can result in danger to the 

patient and inaccurate measurements. 

Regularly check the measurement gas tube, gas valve and pressure gauge for 

any signs of damage or modification. If you notice any form of damage or 

modification you must notify an authorised SCHILLER distributor or the service 

personnel. 

The measurement gas tube must not have an Outlet flow greater than 1.2 litres/ 

min. 

Before using the gas ensure that the mixture certificates are available so that the 

values of the gas components for calibration can be checked. 

Handling of Pressure Gas Cylinders 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Improper handling of gas cylinders is a potential danger to human life and 

material objects. Pay attention to the warning notices. 

Secure the gas cylinders against falling over. 

Content and the filling state must be identifiable at all times. 

Seals, connections and cables must be free from oil and grease. 

The gas bottle must be checked regularly by an official testing centre. 

Close the main valve when the gas bottle is not being used. 

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Installation and Service Safety Symbols and Pictograms 1.6 

1.6 Safety Symbols and Pictograms 

1.6.1 Symbols used in this Document 

The safety level is classified according ANSI Z535.4. The following overview shows 

the used safety symbols and pictograms used in this manual. 

For a direct danger which could lead to severe personal injury or to death. 

For a possibly dangerous situation, which could lead to heavy bodily injury or to death. 

For a possibly dangerous situation which could lead to personal injury. This symbol is 

also used to indicate possible damage to property. 

For general safety notes as listed in this chapter. 

Used for electrical dangers, warnings and other notes in regarding operation with 

electricity. 

Note For possibly dangerous situations, which could lead to damages to property or 

system failure. Important or helpful user information 

Reference to other guidelines 

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1 Notes and Safety Precautions 

1.6 Safety Symbols and Pictograms 



1.6.2 Symbols used on the Device or Packaging 

Type BF equipment, safe for external applications; not defibrillation-proof. 

Follow the instructions in the accompanying documentation. 

Indoor use only 

Keep away from rain (keep dry). 

Manufacturer details 

The date of manufacture in the yyyy-mm format. The country of origin is indicated to 

the right of the date. 

Safety control sticker detailing the date of the next planned maintenance. 

REF 

SN 

Reference and serial number of the unit. 

UDI 

Unique Device Identifier 

Disposable item - single use, do not use twice. 

This symbol indicates that the waste of electrical and electronic equipment must not 

be disposed as unsorted municipal waste but must be collected separately. Please 

contact your authorised SCHILLER partner for information concerning the disposal of 

your equipment. 

Potential equalization 

Notified body of the CE certification (TÜV P.S.) 

The unit/component can be recycled. 

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IP-20 

PowerCube classification: Splash-proof safety rating against dust and water 

ingression. 

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Installation and Service What‘s in this Book 1.7 

1.7 What‘s in this Book 

This handbook provides general service information for CARDIOVIT CS-200 

Excellence ErgoSpiro units using the PowerCube-Ergo gas analyser and provides the 

following information: 

• Overview on how to assemble a CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro device. 

• Regular maintenance intervals and procedures. 

• Basic fault finding. 

This book does not provide unit specific service information for the CS-200 

Excellence (see CS-200 Excellence Service handbook and CS-200 Excellence 

Recurrent test). 

1.7.1 Readership 

This book is aimed at service engineers familiar with standard workshop practices 

and that have attended a SCHILLER service course. No detailed knowledge of 

ErgoSpiro is required. 

1.8 Associated Documents 

• SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Service Handbook (Art. No.2.540053) 

• SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Recurrent Test (Art. No. 2.540059) 

• SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence User Guide EN (DE - Art. No. 

2.510774, EN - Art. No. 2.510775, FR - Art. No. 2.510776 - other languages are 

available) 

• SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Supplement for ErgoSpiro Option (DE 

Art. No. 2.511273, EN Art. No. 2.511274, FR Art. No. 2.511275). 

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2 Introduction 

10.1 Equipment Overview 




The CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro option is a cardio pulmonary exercise system 

providing breath-by-breath measurements of flow, oxygen uptake and carbon dioxide 

production. It measures the human response of increasing exercise with emphasis on 

the gas exchange, ventilation parameters and heart rate. 

The aim of ErgoSpiro is to obtain information about the performance of the cardio 

pulmonary system. This is carried out through a continuous single breath stroke 

analysis to record the volume of the breath gases VO 2 and VCO 2 , and the changes 

in these values under stress. 

At the same time, the breath minute volumes and breath volumes are ascertained. 

The relationship between oxygen absorption and carbon dioxide dissipation allows 

the determination of thresholds for diagnosis and prediction. 

10.1 Equipment Overview 

Dual monitors: 

• Left Monitor - ECG and data management 

• Right Monitor - spiro and gas analysis 

PowerCube-Ergo 

Calibration gas holder 

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Introduction 2 

Installation and Service Software Overview 2.1 

2.1 Software Overview 

The CS-200 Excellence unit processes the ECG signals and is the master control and 

patient database. The PowerCube with LFX software provides gas (O2 and CO2) 

concentration and volume measurements. 

• The two programs are opened when the unit is switched on. The ECG program is 

displayed on the left screen and the gas analyser program is displayed on the right 

screen. 

• The ECG program (is the master program and all ergo control and test settings are 

made from this screen, including patient entry, data storage, ECG editing and data 

transmission, 

• Volume and gas calibration, and standalone Spiro testing, is carried out from the 

LFX gas analysis program (right screen). 

2.1.1 Interconnection Overview 

Patient 

CS-200 Back Panel 

Electrode 

Lead 

Mask 

Assembly 

Cal. 

Gas 

PowerCu 

be Gas 

Analyser 

RS-232 - Gas/ 

Volume Data 

Patient 

Connector 

COM 1 

DVI1 

DVI2 

Left 

Screen 

Right 

Screen 

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Ergo 

Device 

Ergo Control 

Ergo Connector 

(analogue or digital 

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2.2 CS-200 Excellence Back Panel 



2.2 CS-200 Excellence Back Panel 

! 

0123 

AUDIO 

DVI 1 

COM1 

100-240 VAC, 2x3.15A 

50/60Hz / 150 VA 

RS-232 

ECG 2 

BP 

TREADMILL 

ERGOMETER 

SIGNAL 

IN OUT 

ERGO 

ECG 

ONLY WITH ORIGINAL PATIENT CABLE ! 

Warning 

USB 

USB 

SS USB 

DVI 2 

COM2 

AC - OUT 

max 450VA 

NOT FOR CLINICAL USE 

CERTIFIED 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 

15 

 

All externally connected hardware must be approved by SCHILLER. Connection 

of any hardware not approved by SCHILLER is at the owner‘s risk and may 

invalidate the guarantee. 

(1) USB 2 connectors (x4) - for connection of external USB devices, e.g. memory 

stick, USB mouse, printer, barcode reader, etc. 

(2) USB SS 3 connectors (x2). 

(3) Network Connector RJ-45 Ethernet LAN connector (Local Area Network). 

(4) Audio Out - can be used for example, for patient data audio from an external 

program 

(5) DVI 1 and DVI 2 - Digital visual interface for the dual screens. DVI 1 for the left 

screen, DVI 2 for the right screen. 

(6) COM 1 and COM 2 - RS-232 connector COM 1 is can be used for the Power- 

Cube. COM 2 is spare. 

(7) Mains connectors (mains input and output) and fuse box (fuses: 2 x T 3.15 A / 

100 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz). 

(8) Potential equalisation stud. The potential equalisation stud is used to equalise 

the ground potential of the unit to that of any nearby mains powered equipment. 

Use the hospital or building common ground for all mains powered units. 

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Introduction 2 

Installation and Service CS-200 Excellence Back Panel 2.2 

(9) ECG 2 data I /O for the connection of an external ECG device / amplifier (not 

used) 

(10) RS-232 Connectors for a blood pressure device, for example the SCHILLER 

BP-200plus device 

(11) RS-232 Connectors for: 

– treadmill (top) 

– ergometer (bottom) 

(12) Signal In / Out - Data I/O connectors DC IN / DC OUT 0.5 V/cm. 

(13) ERGO connector for: 

– connection of analogue ergometers 

– QRS trigger output 

(14) Light Connector. The optional LED strip light is connected here. It 

is switched on / off with the front panel light switch (not used) 

(15) ECG cable connector (see safety notes below). 

 

 

 

Applied part! The patient cable as well as the connector comply with the safety 

standard CF , e.g. they are fully floating and isolated, defibrillation protected 

and suitable for the intracardiac application. 

Do not remove the connector as long the electrodes are applied to the patient. 

The unit is only CF rated and defibrillation protected if used with the original 

SCHILER patient cable. 

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2.3 PowerCube-Ergo 




2.3.1 Front Panel 

Connector for the Nafion tube from 

the mask assembly when carrying 

out gas calibration (see para.5.5.4, 

Gas Calibration, page 35) 

Power indicator: lit when the 

PowerCube-Ergo is switched on. 

2.3.2 Back Panel 

Identification and recurrent test and calibration label 

Calibration Gas out (no exhaust tube required). 

SpO 2 

Calibration Gas In (from gas bottle) 

Oxygen Cell (with protective cover) 

Three (colour coded) tubes to the mask and spiro 

sensor assembly. 

On / Off switch. 

DC power in (from medically approved external 

power supply) 

RS-232 connector to the Gas analyser 

connector on the back panel of the unit. 

Temperature Sensor 

Incorrect patient tubing can lead to inaccurate measurement. It is important that the 

correct tubing is used (Patient tube must be SCHILLER Art. No. 2.100950, and Nafion 

tube SCHILLER Art. No. 2.100910). A list of spiro accessories is given at the end of 

this book (see para.8, Accessories, page 61) 

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Assembly 3 

Installation and Service Tools Required 3.1 

3 Assembly 

 

The screens are heavy and require a two man lift. Some assembly procedures 

require two people. Only assemble the CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

ErgoSpiro with two people. 

3.1 Tools Required 

• Allen Key Spanners (standard set) 

• Screwdrivers (standard set) 

• Torque Screwdriver 

• Socket spanner (standard set) 

3.2 Procedure 

1. Remove all packaging from the CS-200 trolley assembly and position the trolley 

in a safe assembly area. Lock the wheels. 

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3 Assembly 

3.2 Procedure 



2. Unpack and from the rear secure the gas bottle supporting plate and securing 

strap. 

Gas Bottle securing strap 

Gas Bottle support tray 

3. On the back panel loosen the connection panel screws and slide the two panels 

to gain access to the cable area. 

4. Insert the mains plug in the unit 

Mains connector 

Cable area 

Cable area cover 

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Assembly 3 

Installation and Service Procedure 3.2 

5. Connect the support post 

– The support post clamps are attached to the back of the unit 

Ensure cable 

aperture is above 

clamp 

6. Attach the Monitor arm to the support post 

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Use 4 inner screws 

Ensure the ‘v’ nick is 

towards the bottom 

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3 Assembly 

3.2 Procedure 



7. Unpack the monitors and attach the monitor mounts. 

8. Mount the monitors. 

9. Position the two double sided padded tape on one monitor and position the two 

monitors so that they are aligned. Secure the two monitors together with the tape 

and secure each monitor with the holding screw and safety stop screw 

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Assembly 3 


10. Use a piece of string or spare thin cable to thread from the top cable aperture, 

through the support arm and out the bottom cable aperture. Unpack the two 

monitor power supplies. Position the two power supplies in the cable recess and 

attach the string to the two monitor power supply cables. Use the string to draw 

the power supply cables through and connector to the monitors. 

a. b. c. d. 

11. Connect the power supplies to the mains distribution panel. 

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3 Assembly 

3.2 Procedure 



12. From the top cable apertures, thread the two monitor data cables through the 

support post and connect to the monitor and the CS-200 unit. Attach DVI 1 for the 

left screen (viewed form the front), and DVI 2 for the right screen. 

13. Attach the cable arm holder to the support post with the two securing screws. 

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Assembly 3 


14. Attach the 4 cable /gas securing supports 

15. Remove the PowerCube, supporting plate and power supply from the 

wrapping.Secure the support clamp to the support post and secure the 

PowerCube support plate. The PowerCube plate should be level with the unit. 

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3 Assembly 

3.2 Procedure 



16. Position the PowerCube on the tray and secure with the two securing screws 

17. Connect the RS232 connector on the back panel to RS-232 connector COM 1 on 

the CS-200. Connect the power, the calibration gas tube, and the temperature 

sensor (see para.2.3.2, Back Panel, page 16). 

18. Tidy all cabling with cable ties. 

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Assembly 3 


19. Position and secure the two wiring covers. 

After the unit has been assembled. The following must be made on site: 

• Patient cable - connect the patient cable to the back panel (see para.2.2, CS-200 

Excellence Back Panel, page 14), and secure to the cable arm. 

• Gas tubes - connect gas tube assembly to the back panel of the PowerCube (see 

para.2.3.2, Back Panel, page 16), and secure to the cable arm. 

• Calibrate the unit. 

Tube with (blue) identification tab attached to the 

sensor outlet nearest the mouthpiece/mask. 

Mask attached to the sensor (end 

with the small identification hole). 

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4 Installing the LFX Program 

4.1 Procedure 



4 Installing the LFX 

Program 

The LFX program will be installed on your system. The following is an overview of the 

installation for information: 

The LFX program is available from SCHILLER extranet. 

4.1 Procedure 

1. Copy the LFX installer on the CS-200 Excellence device 

2. Double click to run the LFX installer as administrator: 

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Installing the LFX Program 4 


3. Check the following boxes: 

– Microsoft .Net framework 4.5.1(this program plays but no active role except as 

an installation base) 

– Ganshorn .LFX 

– Database server > Maria DB 

– Do not select SpiroScout USB Driver 

4. Click Next and select/define the DB setup: 

– DCP Port: Change port to 3307 (because 3306 is used by SDS) 

– Define program location 

5. Click Next and select/define the following: 

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– Create a desktop Icon: For all users 

– Check Install Ganshorn background service (optional) Note: The background 

service is a kind of buffer to enable faster transfer of reports. When installed, 

reports are transferred to the background service and are ready for immediate 

use, for example printing activities. 

– Check Add domain registration (necessary for interaction with SDS). Note: 

Domain registration activates the remote control for LFX. In cooperation with 

SDS this service is essential and this box must be checked. 

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4.1 Procedure 



6. Click Next. Check settings displayed and click Install and the LFX installation 

commences: 

The .net program is installed, followed by the LFX. 

7. Click Next 

– Accept the license agreement and click next 

– Define the location where the program is to be installed (default C:\Program 

Files (x86)\Ganshorn.LFX\) 

– Click Install - a progress bar is displayed during installation 

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Installing the LFX Program 4 


8. Click Finish to complete the installation. 

9. Open the LFX program (either through the CS-200 Excellence program or on its 

own) and enter system settings. 

• The settings are entered by clicking the Settings button from the main screen. 

• You are prompted to enter a password. The password is: 

– sstartlfx 

10. Click the Database tab and make/check the following settings: 

– Database server: localhost, add: 3307 (localhost: 3307) if not present 

– Connect DB and ensure connection established 

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4.1 Procedure 



11. Click the Reporting tab 

– In the Reporting settings select Default Report for ErgoSpiro and select 9 Panel 

from LFX (for PDF export to SEMA). 

9 Panel 

On the LFX installation DVD there are several different Report templates which can 

be imported. Click the import and select the directory. 

Note: The report templates are also in the installer package > Default Reports, and in 

the Folder Service\LFX on the device. 

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Calibration and Verification 5 

Installation and Service General Notes about Calibration 5.1 

5 Calibration and 

Verification 

 

 

 

 

Calibration of both volume and gas measurement must be carried out before the 

first test of the day. 

Calibration is required after changing the sensor. 

Always use original tubes and sensors. 

Always allow a 30 minute system warm-up time before performing calibration. 

5.1 General Notes about Calibration 

The CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro system is checked and adjusted to 

achieve the highest accuracy in the factory. Influences in daily operation including 

temperature, air pressure, relative humidity and wear can result in measurement 

changes over a period of time. Calibration serves to adapt the measurement 

transducers (pressure sensors, flow transducer and gas analysers) to the 

environment and the software. Therefore regular system calibration is a prerequisite 

for precise measurement results and also serves as a system integrity check. 

Different calibration intervals are required for the various components. Some are 

automatic and controlled by the system and some must be carried by the user. The 

verification / calibration intervals are as follows: 

5.2 Verification and Calibration Intervals 

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Calibration 

Zero point calibration 

Volume calibration 

Gas Calibration 

Ambient Conditions 

Interval 

Automatic a 

• At the beginning of every day 

• For any significant change in ambient 

conditions and temperature 

• Every time the flow sensor pneumotach is 

changed b 

• It is recommended that gas calibration is 

carried out before every test. As a minimum 

gas calibration should be carried out at the 

beginning of every day and at the beginning 

of the afternoon session. 

At the beginning of every day and for any 

significant change in ambient conditions and 

temperature 

a. Zero point calibration is automatic and carried out on start up and then every 15 

minutes when the program is open. 

b. Every flow sensor pneumotach has specific calibration factors and volume calibration 

must be performed after changing. 

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5 Calibration and Verification 

5.3 Zero Point Verification 



5.3 Zero Point Verification 

5.3.1 Zero Point 

Zero point calibration is carried out automatically on switch on and subsequently 

every 15 minutes. During zeroing, the zero point for the flow baseline for Spirometry 

is checked and set. During zeroing, please observe the following points: 

• Do not move the sensor. 

• Do not breathe into the sensor. 

• Prevent drafts – keep the room’s windows and doors closed – and do not move 

any parts of the device. 

5.4 Ambient Parameters 

Based on the values measured directly by the system, temperature [°C] and ambient 

pressure [hPa], as well as the manually set values, rel. humidity [%] and altitude above 

sea level [m], the LFX program determines the volume correction factors STPD and 

BTPS. When values are entered, this sets the ambient values to this level and works 

as an offset for the ambient sensors. 

 

 

 

Calibration equipment is subject to verification on a regular basis 

For accurate calibration of the ambient parameters the following measurement 

instruments are required: 

– Thermometer 10 to 40°C ± 1°C 

– Barometer 900 to 1055 hPa ± 10 hPa 

– Hygrometer 20 to 90 % RH ± 5 % RH 

It is important that the ambient parameters are entered accurately and the 

reference values are taken from a certified measuring device (delivered with the 

device). 

Calib. 

5.4.1 Procedure 

1. From the LFX (right) screen click the Calib button. 

2. The calibration settings are displayed in the right of the screen 

3. Click on Ambient to enter the ambient calibration screen 

4. Enter the values 

– The LFX program stores the data as you leave the ambient screen 

Volume (l) 

Ambient 

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Installation and Service Volume Verification/ Calibration 5.5 

5.5 Volume Verification/ Calibration 

 

Only use the original calibration syringe and silicon adaptor supplied or approved 

by SCHILLER. Calibration syringes are subject to verification on a regular basis; 

ensure the syringe verification is in date. Failure to do so can result in inaccurate 

measurements. 

Drift Caused by Zero Point Error or Incorrect Calibration 

It is the operator’s duty to ensure after starting the measurement, that no drift 

occurs leading to erroneous measurement results. If drift occurs, the operator has 

to cancel the measurement and perform a volume calibration before restarting the 

measurement. 

Volume verification and calibration is carried out with a calibration syringe connected 

to the sensor and discharged / charged at a steady rate. The user is informed when 

sufficient discharge / charge cycles have been made and a message given as to the 

success or otherwise of the verification / calibration. 

The volumes measured should meet the accuracy requirement of 3.5% (including 

0.5% accuracy of the syringe). 


1. Disconnect the mask from the sensor (if attached) and using the special adaptor, 

attach the sensor to the calibration pump as shown. Ensure that there is a tight fit 

with no air gaps between the pump and sensor to minimise the danger of air 

leaks. 

Tube with (blue) 

identification tab 

towards the pump 

Nafion Tube (to 

gas analyser) 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

 

Adaptor 

The pump must be positioned on a firm flat surface. 

Calib. 

2. From the LFX (right) screen click the Calib button. 

3. The calibration settings are displayed in the right of the screen. 

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4. Click on Volume to enter the volume calibration screen. 

5. Enter the volume of the calibration syringe. 

6. Click the Start button. 

– A message is displayed: 

Calibrating Offset. Please don’t breathe or create any flow in front of the sensor 

7. After a few moments the offset is calibrated and the volume screen is again 

displayed. Smoothly pull the piston completely back and forth and with a constant 

flow between 0.5 and 12 L/s. 

8. After several pumps the program will automatically stop and a success of failure 

message is displayed. 

9. 

Volume Calibration 

Start 

Stop 

Calib. 

Offset: -0.399 

Gain IN: 1.044 

Gain EX: 1.003 

History 

Date Gain IN Gain EX 

04/05/2016 14:59 1.039 1.006 

15/04/2016 10:43 1.029 0.994 

17/03/2016 08:20 1.041 0.997 

2.00 

Menu 

5.5.2 Tabular Results after Verification 

The volume, verification, and measurements are displayed in the tabular results. The 

volume at each flow should meet the accuracy requirement of 3.0% (with 0.5% 

accuracy of the syringe) 1 . For a 2 litre syringe the measured volumes at each flow 

should be within 1.93 and 2.07 litre. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

1. Based on the ATS/ERS guidelines a maximum calibration factor of +/- 3% is allowed 

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5.5.3 Volume Calibration Trouble Shooting Table 

Possible Cause 

Remedy 

• Water droplets or dampness 

in sensor or tubing 

 

Check the flow sensor; it must be dry. Pay special attention to the two tube 

inlets to ensure they are free of water. Ensure that no water droplets are present 

in any part of the tube, the flow transducer or mouthpiece. If they have 

water, shake the sensor firmly up and down to remove the water from the 

tube inlets. 

• Incorrect calibration setup Check the connections and direction of connection of the pneumotach. 

Check that the correct pump volume is set (usually 2 or 3 litres) 

• Air leaks between sensor Ensure there are no air leaks between the sensor and the pump. 

and pump 

Check correct adaptor is used. 

• Gas Analyser too cold Ensure that the warm-up period was observed (minimum 30 minutes). 

• Incorrect Operation Ensure that the pump was activated correctly (all the way to end of stroke). 

• Fault in tubing or sensor Check the tubing - no kinks or sharp bends, no splits etc. 

Check the pneumotach is not defective. 

5.5.4 Gas Calibration 

 

 

The calibration gas is pressurised. 

Never use grease on any of the valves. 

 

 

 

Outlet flow above 1. 2 litres/min may damage the gas analyser (PowerCube-Ergo). 

Ensure gas calibration is carried out in a well ventilated room. 

Only use the original pressure gauge, and tubing provided with the equipment. If 

replacement is required only replace with original equipment supplied or 

approved by SCHILLER. Failure to do so can result in danger to the patient and 

inaccurate measurements. 

5.5.5 Interval 

Gas calibration must be carried out at least twice a day, morning and afternoon. To 

ensure complete accuracy, it is recommended that gas calibration is carried out 

before every ErgoSpiro test. It is important that a minimum period of 30 minutes 

warm-up time is allowed before calibration. Calibration can also be performed at any 

time for verification. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

5.5.6 Calibration Gas 

Ensure a minimum pressure of 6 bar in the gas bottle. 

The calibration gas can be purchased from SCHILLER or your local supplier. The gas 

specification for QA0207 compliance is as follows: 

• Oxygen - 15.9% (99.995%) 

• Carbon dioxide - 5.0% (99.995%) 

• Nitrogen - Remainder 

The accuracy of the gas concentrations considered adequate for clinical use 

according to QA0207 is ± 2%. 

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1. Connect the gas tube from the gas bottle to the Cal Gas In connection on the 

back of the gas analyser (if not already connected). 

2. Temporarily, disconnect the Nafion tube from the mask and connect to the 

calibration connector on the front panel of the gas analyser. 

3. On the gas bottle, open the gas valve fully 

– the valve open rotation is anti-clockwise - the open close direction is printed on 

the valve. 

4. From the LFX (right) screen click the Calibrate button and select Calibrate O 2 / 

CO 2 to enter the gas calibration screen. 

5. The calibration settings are displayed in the right of the screen 

6. The initial calibration screen is shown and the message to connect the gas tube 

to the test input 

b 

Please ensure that the gas tube has been connected to the test input. 

The pressure valves and gauges shown here on the gas bottle are given as an 

example only. The valves and gauges may vary to those shown here. If in doubt 

consult your supplier. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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7. Check/ enter the gas percentage of the oxygen and carbon dioxide. 


Start 

Stop 

Time (s) 

Time (s) 

History 

Date 

Gain 

Calibration gas concentration (%): History 

Calibration gas concentration (%): 

Date 

Gain 

Calib. 

Menu 

Enter / check oxygen gas 

percentage (written on 

the certificate attached to 

the gas bottle) 

Enter / check CO 2 gas 

percentage (written on 

the certificate attached 

to the gas bottle) 

8. Click the Start button. 

– A message appears informing that gas calibration has stared 

Preparing gas calibration. Please wait . . 

– The gas calibration starts and the percentage of the oxygen (left graph), and 

carbon dioxide (right graph) is displayed. 

– A success message is given when the gas calibration has successfully 

completed. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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9. On completion, you are prompted to remove the gas tube from the test inlet and 

replace on the patient sensor inlet. Replace the safety cover on the test gas inlet. 

Please ensure the gas tube has been reconnected to the flow 

tube of the patient interface 


Start 

Stop 

Time (s) 

Time (s) 

History 

Date 

Gain 

Calibration gas concentration (%): History 

Calibration gas concentration (%): 

Date 

Gain 

Calib. 

Menu 

5.5.8 Calibration Factors 

The LFX gas calibration does not show the actual gain value immediately when the 

calibration has completed. Exit and re-enter the calibration screen to see the past 

gas-calibration gain values and trend. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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5.5.9 Calibration Errors 

If it was not possible calibrate the gas correctly repeat the calibration. If the calibration 

still fails, possible cause of error are as follows: 

Possible Cause 

Remedy 

• Gas valve not on Open the gas valve fully. 

• Gas bottle empty Check the pressure on the gas bottle (minimum 6 bar). 

Replace gas bottle. 

• Incorrect Gas concentration 

entered 

 

Check the oxygen and carbon dioxide percentage concentrations (found on 

a label on the gas bottle), and ensure that the exact concentration has been 

entered in the calibration program. 

• Incorrect general setup Check all tubes and ensure correct connection between the gas bottle and 

gas analyser. 

• Water droplets or dampness 

in tubing. 

 

Check all tubing; it must be dry. Pay special attention to the two tube inlets to 

ensure they are free of water. Ensure that no water droplets are present in 

any part of the tube, the flow transducer or mouthpiece. If they have water, 

firmly up and down to remove the water from the tube inlets. 

• Gas leakage Visually check the gas tubes for signs of any damage or leaks. 

• Fault in tubing or sensor Check the tubing - no kinks or sharp bends, no splits etc. 

Incorrect tubing used (patient tube must be SCHILLER Art. No. 2.100950, 

and Nafion tube SCHILLER Art. No. 2.100910). 

• Gas Analyser too cold Ensure that the warm-up period was observed (minimum 30 minutes). 

• Oxygen Module defective or 

exceeded life 

 

A message is displayed on the calibration screen when the sensor needs replacing. 

Replace oxygen sensor. 

• Gas bottle life exceeded Check date of filling of the gas bottle and detail on the analysis certificate. 

Usually gas life is 24months. 

• Hardware malfunction 

(PowerCube-Ergo) 

 

Contact SCHILLER. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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5.5.10 Gas Calibration Check Table 

Error Cause Remedy 

Gas calibration unsuccessful: 

• Gas Bottle Empty Check that the gas bottle has sufficient gas 

(minimum pressure 10 bar). 

• Gas bottle incorrect setup Check that the main stopcock of the gas is 

open. 

Check the gas supply and ensure that the 

correct pressure is supplied to the analyser. 

• Incorrect gas concentration set Check the gas bottle label and ensure that 

the gas ratio set in the calibration screen is 

identical to that of the calibration gas bottle 

label. Re calibrate. 

• Incorrect general setup Check all tubes and ensure correct connection 

between the gas bottle and gas analyser. 

• Water droplets or dampness in tubing. Check all tubing; it must be dry. Pay special 

attention to the two tube inlets to ensure they 

are free of water. Ensure that no water droplets 

are present in any part of the tube, the 

flow transducer or mouthpiece. If they have 

water, firmly up and down to remove the water 

from the tube inlets. 

• Fault in tubing or sensor Check the tubing - no kinks or sharp bends, 

no splits etc. 

Incorrect Tubing use. The part numbers for 

the tubes are given on the next page. 

• Fault in tubing setup The blue-marked patient tube has to be 

towards the patient. The hole in the 

spiroceptor has to be towards the patient too. 

• Cal Gas tubing If you have a PowerCube with Revision




Installation and ServiceVolume Correction Factors - BTPS and STPD 5.6 

5.6 Volume Correction Factors - BTPS and STPD 

Air inside the lungs (BTPS) has a higher volume than in the ambient (ATPS), because 

air expands when warmed. For example, 3 litres of air at room temperature occupies 

approximately 3.25 litres at body temperature; this is the reason correction factors 

must be used. 

The two volume correction factors used for in the SCHILLER Ergo Spiro systems are 

BTPS (Body Temperature Pressure Saturated), and STPD (Standard Temperature 

Pressure Dry). Both are calculated based on the current ambient conditions. Brief 

explanations of the values are as follows: 

Body Temperature, Ambient Pressure 

Saturated (with water vapour) 

(BTPS) 

This value compensates for the difference in inhaled and exhaled humidity and 

temperature. The unit is set for measuring exhaled volume (100% humidity, Temp 

36.8 o ), and so when inhaled volume is measured this factor is applied. The analyser 

uses ambient temperature to calculate the BTPS factor. This is sufficient for accurate 

FIVC calculation. Or in other words the BTPS volume is the volume that would be 

measured at 100% water saturation at an ambient temperature of 37 °C. The formula 

used is as follows: 

V BTPS = V 

P atm (kPa) - P H2O T(kPa) 273 + 37 

* * 

P atm (kPa) - 6.266 

273 + T 

Standard Temperature Pressure Dry 

(STPD) 

The measured gas volume depends on temperature, pressure and humidity. These 

values are different at every measuring site. To enable a comparison of the measured 

gas volumes, the actual measured values are converted into standardised 

environmental conditions by means of the STPD factor. This value compensates for 

variations in pressure, temperature and humidity. Oxygen consumption and carbon 

dioxide delivery are standardized to standard temperature (0 ºC), barometric pressure 

at sea level (101.3 kPa (760mmHg)) and dry gas (0% humidity). The formula used is 

as follows: 

V STPD = V 

P atm (kPa) - P H2O T(kPa) 273 

* * 

101.3 273 + T 

This formula is valid for both inspiration and exhalation where P H2O T(kPa) is 

approximately 6.266, and T is 37 o on exhalation, i.e. the BTPS factor is 1. 

Legend: 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

• P atm = the ambient pressure in kPa 

• P H2O T = water saturated pressure in kPa at temperature T. This figure is calculated 

from a conversion Table (see Ulmer et al 1983). 

– Note that P H2O T at 37 o C = 6.266kPa 

• T = the ambient temperature in degrees centigrade 

• 273 o (273.15 o Kelvin) is 0 o C 

• 37 o (36.8 o C) is body temperature 

• 101.3 Pa (1013.15 millibar/1013.15 HPa (circa 760mmHg)) is the average pressure 

at sea level 

Source: W.T. Ulmer, G. Reichel et. al `Die Lungenfunktion` (`The Lung Function`) 

Issue 3, 1983, Georg Thieme Verlag, Stutgart. 

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In the LFX, the calculated Vin and Vex are already BTPS corrected (i.e. ambient 

temperature quasi 37 °C) so that V(BTPS) can immediately be converted into 

V(STPD) for the calculation of VO2 and VCO2. T = 37°C, P H2OT (kPa) = 6.266. 

V STPD = V BTPS 

P atm (kPa) - 6.226kPa) 273 

* * 

101.3 273 + 37 

As the temperature is about 37 C° for V(BTPS), the same STPD factor applies to 

inspiration and expiration. 

Comments concerning formulas 

In the past, inspiration and expiration could not be measured using the same sensor. 

There used to be one branch for inspiration and another one for expiration. The 

sensor would in most cases be situated in the inspiration branch. 

The expiratory volume VE would then be calculated based on the inspiratory volume 

using the following formula: 

VE ATPS = VI ATPS 

* 

0.7904 

1 - F EO2 - F ECO2 

Note that ATPS means Ambient Temperature and Pressure Saturated (with water) 

and is the measured volume with no correction. 

VI BTPS = VI ATPS * BTPS factor 

As expiration is calculated based on inspiration, the following formula applies: 

VE BTPS = VE ATPS * BTPS factor 

The formula stated (Wassermann 1983) is therefore: 

VE BTPS = VE ATPS 

Pb(mmHg) - P H2O T(mmHg) 273 + 37 

* * 

Pb - 47mmHg 

273 + T 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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Installation and ServiceVolume Correction Factors - BTPS and STPD 5.6 

Dead Spaces 

At the end of an expiration, the spiroceptor and the trachea are completely filled with 

expired air (approximately 37 °C). For this reason, the inspiratory volume must only 

be BTPS corrected when phase volume > dead spaces, as the colder ambient air will 

only then reach the alveoles and expand. 

On expiration, the air is hardly cooled on its way from the alveoles to the spiroceptor 

so that no BTPS correction is necessary. 

Relative and Absolute Atmospheric Pressure 

• Pabs = actual measured pressure acting on the pressure transducer 

• Pdh = pressure difference as a result of altitude change 

• Prel = atmospheric pressure indicated by the barometer (which is calibrated at a 

specific altitude) 

• Phm = absolute average annual atmospheric pressure at a specific altitude (does 

not depend on the weather but only on the geographic altitude) 

At sea level, average annual Pabs = Prel = 1013 mbar. 

At altitudes greater than 0, Pabs is smaller than Prel. 

Pabs = Prel – Pdh 

Example: If Prel is to remain constant independent of weather and altitude, Pdh 1000 

has to be added to Pabs at an altitude of 1000 m to achieve the 1013 mbar of sea 

level pressure, as the atmospheric pressure decreases while the altitude increases. 

If the weather is the same, Prel is identical at every altitude. 

Prel therefore only depends on the weather and not on the altitude. 

Pabs depends on the altitude and the weather. 

Phm only depends on the altitude and not on the weather. 

For the calculation of STPD and BTPS, the absolute atmospheric pressure must be 

known. 

As the pressure transducer in the PowerCube-Ergo measures the absolute 

atmospheric pressure, this pressure must be known for calibration. For this reason, 

the relative atmospheric pressure and the geographic altitude must be entered as 

environmental conditions, and the LFX calculates the absolute atmospheric pressure 

based on these. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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Conversion from Relative into Absolute Atmospheric Pressure 

Source: Physical formula collection Kuchling (yellow): International formula for 

altitude: 

Note: 1 hPa = 1 mbar 

Phm = 1013.25mbar 

* ( 

6.5 x h 

1 - 

288000m 

)5.255 

PRel x Phm 

Pabs = 

1013.25mb = 

( 

6.5 x h 

)5.255 

PRel x 1013.25mbar x 1 - 

288000m 

( = PRel x 1 - 6.5 x h )5.255 

1013.25mb 

288000m 

Effect of Atmospheric Pressure on VO2 and VCO2: 

A 100 m difference in altitude results in a difference in atmospheric pressure of about 

11 mbar, resulting in an STPD change of 0.01, which means an increase of VO2 by 

about 1.25% and of VCO2 by 1.2%. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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Fault Finding 6 

Installation and Service Initial Checks 6.1 

6 Fault Finding 

The CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence ErgoSpiro is designed to be simple to use and 

simple to service: the service philosophy is module and board replacement (no details 

are given in this book for board repair). The purpose of this chapter is to provide faultfinding 

procedures that will quickly and efficiently identify a fault to a specific module. 

Fault-finding procedures are designed so that test equipment is kept to a minimum. 

An initial fault-finding table is provided detailing general fault indications. Use the 

procedures on the following pages to indicate a faulty area or module. In most cases 

the fault finding tables should indicate the most likely faulty area. When more than one 

module is stated, the first module given is the one most likely to contain the fault. 

Other modules stated should be checked in the order given. 

If the initial fault-finding table does not indicate the area where the fault exists, recheck 

all the settings and parameters that have been entered. If these are correct, 

check the software. 

 

Troubleshooting should only be performed by trained SCHILLER personnel or an 

authorised SCHILLER distributor. If a problem is to arise, please contact the Service 

personnel. 

6.1 Initial Checks 

Before carrying out any functional checks close all running programs and switch off 

the system completely. Check the system for mechanical damage including: 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

• In the event of any malfunction visually check the mechanical connections and 

equipment: 

– Connection to the mains power and electrical connections 

– Tubing 

– Enclosures 

– Operator and display elements 

– Connection to external system components 

• Connection to the main power 

– Perform all necessary calibrations and check calibration trend (see para.4, 

Installing the LFX Program, page 26). 

– Perform a test measurement or check reports for unusual measurement 

results. 

– Make a note of any error messages - contact SCHILLER service for possible 

suggestions. 

 

Instructions for taking an ergo spiro recording are given in SCHILLER CARDIO- 

VIT CS-200 Excellence Supplement for ErgoSpiro Option (DE Art. No. 2.511273, 

EN Art. No. 2.511274, EN Art. No. 2.511275). 

The fault finding charts on the following pages provide a general check procedure for 

the unit and is surmised as follows: 

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6.1 Initial Checks 



6.1.1 Data Communication with PowerCube-Ergo 

Error Message Check / Procedure / Possible Cause Check 

No Data Communication 

with PowerCube-Ergo 

• System has lost communication 

port with the sensor, or incorrect 

device or port defined 

• Power supply 

• Program does not start, 

PowerCube-Ergo malfunction, 

any other errors 

• Program does not start, 

PowerCube-Ergo malfunction, 

any other errors 

• Check in system settings that the correct device 

and port is defined (see system settings CS-200 

Excellence user guide and system settings LFX 

suer guide). 

• In system settings, select the Remove device 

option to remove the device. Then Add device 

with correct device / port to have a clean 

installation. 

• Check that the CS-200 Excellence and the 

PowerCube-Ergo are connected to the mains and 

switched on. 

• If power indicator is not lit, remove the system 

from the mains supply by removing the mains 

plug, and check fuses. Only replace fuse with 

the same type and rating as defined (see CS- 

200 Excellence user guide). 

• Carry out calibration/ verification procedures if 

possible (see para.4, Installing the LFX Program, 

page 26). 

• Contact SCHILLER service. 

• Carry out calibration/ verification procedures if 

possible (see para.4, Installing the LFX Program, 

page 26). 

• Contact SCHILLER service. 

6.1.2 Measurement or Other Errors 

Error Message Check / Procedure / Possible Cause Check 

Zero point/ baseline 

error message 

Gas Calibration not 

possible / Time Constant 

out of range 

• Zero point is performed 

automatically when the LFX is 

switched on and during use 

every 15 minutes. If the 

deviation is too large an error 

message is displayed. 

• Incorrect test gas percentage 

defined. 

• Gas not calibrated 

• Ensure a warm-up time of at least 30 minutes. 

• Check the sensor is kept still during zeroing. 

• Ensure the room is draft free and even 

temperature. Close windows. 

• Switch off any room air conditioning. 

• Ensure no breath affects zeroing - move the patient 

/ operator away from the sensor. 

• Ensure the correct setup. 

• Perform volume verification. 

• Ensure correct gas concentration has been 

entered (from gas bottle label). 

• Perform gas calibration. 

All calibration and verification procedures along with calibration trouble shooting are 

detailed earlier in this book (see para.4, Installing the LFX Program, page 26). 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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Installation and Service General Fault Diagnosis Chart 6.2 

6.2 General Fault Diagnosis Chart 

(Sheet 1) 

CONNECT MAINS TO THE 

SYSTEM AND SWITCH ON. 

ARE THE GREEN 

MAINS LEDS LIT FOR 

ALL UNITS? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK MAINS POWER SUPPLY TO ALL UNITS. 

• ENSURE POWERCUBE IS SWITCHED ON. 

• CHECK EXTERNAL TRANSFORMER OF POWERCUBE. 

• DISCONNECT THE MAINS SUPPLY BY REMOVING THE 

MAINS PLUG, AND CHECK FUSE(S). 

• INVESTIGATE CAUSE OF ANY FUSE RUPTURE. 

• CHECK FOR SHORT CIRCUITS. 

ARE BOTH 

MONITORS LIT? 

NO 

• CHECK POWER SUPPLY. 

• CHECK THE CONTRAST CONTROLS. 

• IF A SINGLE MONITOR IS NOT WORKING CHECK MONITOR ON 

ANOTHER EQUIPMENT. 

YES 

MONITORS 

DISPLAY 

MEANINGFUL 

DATA? 

NO 

• CHECK CABLE ASSEMBLIES. 

• INDICATES A PROBLEM WITH THE CS-200 EXCELLENCE UNIT 

- CHANGE THE MOTHER BOARD (SEE CS-200 SERVICE 

HANDBOOK). 

YES 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

A TO SHEET 2 

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Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet 2) - ECG Part 

A FROM SHEET 1 

ENTER THE DATA 

ACQUISITION SCREEN (CLICK 

THE ERGOSPIRO ICON ON 

LEFT-HAND SCREEN).. 

ARE STRAIGHT 

LINE ECG TRACES 

DISPLAYED ON THE 

RIGHT-HAND LCD? 

NO 

• REINSTALL SOFTWARE. 

• CHECK/ CHANGE THE ECG BOARD (SEE CS-200 

SERVICE HANDBOOK). 

YES 

PRESS . DOES THE 

PRINTER FUNCTION? 

NO 

• CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO PRINTER. CHECK THAT 

IT‘S SWITCHED ON. 

• CHECK PROGRAM SETTINGS - SEE USER GUIDE. 

• CHECK CABLE ASSEMBLIES. 

• CHECK PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE. 

YES 

• IF PRINTOUT IS DIRECTED TO THE THERMAL 

PRINTER INSTEAD OF THE INKJET OR LASER, 

CHANGE IN SYSTEM SETTINGS - SEE USER GUIDE. 

CONNECT A PATIENT 

SIMULATOR TO THE ECG 

CONNECTOR AND SWITCH 

ON. 

ARE ECG TRACES 

DISPLAYED ON THE 

LCD? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK CONNECTIONS FOR CORRECT COM PORT. 

CHECK PORT SETTINGS. 

• CHECK/ CHANGE THE ECG BOARD (SEE CS-200 

SERVICE HANDBOOK). 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

B TO SHEET 3 

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Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet 3) - Error determining Baseline 

B FROM SHEET 2 

IN THE LEFT HAND SCREEN 

(ECG) CLICK THE 

ERGOSPIRO ICON 

IS THE GAS 

ANALYSER SCREEN 

SHOWN ON THE 

RIGHT-HAND 

MONITOR? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK CONNECTIONS TO THE POWERCUBE. 

• ENSURE POWERCUBE SWITCHED ON. 

• CHECK PORT SETTINGS IN PROGRAM. 

• CHECK CORRECT COM PORT ON PC/CS- 

200.(see para.•, COM98io.exe is a 

service tool, page 52) 

• INDICATED PROBLEM WITH GAS ANALYSER. 

CONTACT SCHILLER. 

ERROR WHILE 

DETERMINING THE 

BASELINE 

NO 

C TO SHEET 4 

YES 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

PERFORM THE BASELINE 

DETERMINATION WITHOUT 

FLOW TUBE CONNECTED 

OK? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK FLOW TUBES FOR CLEANLINESS AND 

KINKS 

• CLEAN OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY 

• CHECK FLOW TUBES FOR CLEANLINESS 

• CLEAN OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY 

• CHECK FLOW CONNECTOR ON THE REAR OF 

THE POWERCUBE 

• ENSURE A WARM-UP TIME OF AT LEAST 30 

MINUTES. 

• CHECK THE SENSOR IS KEPT STILL DURING 

ZEROING. 

• ENSURE THE ROOM IS DRAFT FREE AND EVEN 

TEMPERATURE. CLOSE WINDOWS. 

• SWITCH OFF ANY ROOM AIR CONDITIONING. 

• ENSURE NO BREATH AFFECTS ZEROING - 

MOVE THE PATIENT / OPERATOR AWAY FROM 

THE SENSOR. 

• ENSURE THE CORRECT SETUP. 

• PERFORM VOLUME VERIFICATION 

• CONTACT SCHILLER SERVICE /REPLACE 

POWERCUBE 

C 

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Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet 4) - Calibration Error 

C FROM SHEET 3 

ENTER AMBIENT CONDITIONS 

CALIBRATE VOLUME (see para.4, 

Installing the LFX Program, page 

26). 

VOLUME 

CALIBRATION 

SUCCESSFUL? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK PNEUMOTACH AND TUBING. 

• CHECK FLOW TUBES FOR CLEANLINESS 

AND KINKS 

• CHANGE SENSOR. 

• CHANGE TUBING. 

• CHANGE POWERCUBE. 

CALIBRATE GAS (see para.5.5.4, 

Gas Calibration, page 35). 

GAS CALIBRATION 

SUCCESSFUL? 

YES 

NO 

D TO SHEET 5 

• CHECK PNEUMOTACH, GAS BOTTLE TUBING AND 

CONNECTIONS. 

• CHECK FLOW TUBES FOR CLEANLINESS AND 

KINKS 

• CHANGE OXYGEN CELL. - 

• CHECK CO2 MODULE (see para., The oxygen 

module is situated on the back of the 

analyser and is exchanged as follows:, 

page 60). 

• CHANGE SENSOR. 

• CHANGE TUBING. 

• CHANGE POWERCUBE. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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Fault Diagnosis Chart (Sheet 5) - General Implausible Data 

D 

FROM SHEET 4 

TAKE A BRIEF ERGO TEST - 

SEE ERGOSPIRO 

SUPPLEMENT FOR FULL 

INSTRUCTIONS. 

SPIRO DATA 

PLAUSIBLE 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK ALL CONNECTION TUBING 

• CHECK CORRECT MASK SIZE FOR THE PATIENT 

• CHECK MASK FOR TIGHTNESS 

• CHECK ALL TUBING AND CONNECTIONS ARE CORRECT 

• CHECK TUBING FOR KINKS 

• ENSURE CORRECT GAS CONCENTRATION SET DURING GAS CALIBRATION 

• ENSURE WARM-UP TIME OF 30 HAS BEEN OBSERVED 

• ENTER AMBIENT CONDITIONS AND PERFORM VOLUME AND GAS 

CALIBRATION 

DOES THE PRINT- 

OUT GIVE THE ECG 

TRACES AND 

PATIENT DATA? 

YES 

NO 

• CHECK SETTINGS 

(USER GUIDE) FOR 

FORMAT, DATA, 

PRINTER, ETC. 

• CHECK PRINTER. 

• CHECK THAT THE CABLE ASSEMBLY 

TO THE STRESS TEST EQUIPMENT IS 

CORRECTLY AND FIRMLY 

CONNECTED TO THE STRESS 

INTERFACE. 

• CHECK POWER SUPPLY. 

• CHECK PORT SETTINGS IN PROGRAM. 

DOES THE EXERCISE 

EQUIPMENT 

FUNCTION 

CORRECTLY? 

YES 

NO 

• ENSURE THAT THE STRESS TEST 

PARAMETERS ARE CORRECTLY SET 

(SEE USER GUIDE). 

• CHECK ALL PARAMETER SETTINGS. 

CHECK THE TEST SCREEN AND 

ENSURE THAT PARAMETERS ARE IN 

TOLERANCE. 

• ENSURE THAT THE STRESS TEST 

EQUIPMENT IS FUNCTIONING 

CORRECTLY. 

• SYSTEM 

FUNCTIONING 

CORRECTLY. 

• CONTACT SCHILLER IF FAULT CANNOT 

BE FOUND. 

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6.3 Checks and Adjustments 




Two programs installed on installation are available on the LFX main directory for the 

service user: 

• COM98io.ini to check the different channels of the PowerCube-Ergo 

• COM98io.exe is a service tool 

6.3.1 Checking and Selecting Communication Channels 

1. Open the com98io.ini file in the LFX-installation directory. Use any program Editor 

to open: 

2. Check / Enter the correct COM-port: 

3. Close the file and store the modifications. 

6.3.2 Checking and Adjusting the Measurement Channels 

1. Open the com98io.exe file in the LFX-installation directory. 

2. Select PowerCube. 

With what hardware do you want to work? 

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Installation and Service Checks and Adjustments 6.3 

3. Open the drop-down menu Control and click on Start (F7) 

– The control measurement starts 

– The window “com98io-info” gives actual numeric measurement values for every 

channel 

– Use the measurement values for checking or adjustment 

Selecting Measurement Channels for Check and Adjustment 

1. Click on register card Channels 

– A list of all measurement channels is displayed on the screen. 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

2. Select the desired channel(s) for graphical display on the screen. 

– The scale is adjusted automatically for the number of channels displayed. 

– The actual measurement value is displayed as red curve 

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Selecting Channels for Adjustment and Checks 

1. Click on register card Switch 

– the list of all channels is displayed on the screen 

2. Select the desired channel(s) for functioning 

– The selected switches activate the hardware (e.g. suction pump, calibration 

valve) 

– The COM98IO-Info-Window gives simultaneously numeric values of the measurement 

channels. 

Measuring and Switching Channels of the PowerCube-Ergo 

The channels as are as follows: 

Measurement Channels 

Switch Channels 

Channel Signal Channel Signal 

0 - 0 Suction 

pump 

1 - 1 Calibration 

valve 

2 - 2 - 

3 Ambient 

3 - 

Pressure 

4 - 4 - 

5 Temperature 5 - 

6 - 6 - 

7 - 7 - 

8 PF 1 (Flow) 

9 O2 Analyser 

10 CO2 

Analyser 

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Installation and Service Checks and Adjustments 6.3 

6.3.3 Adjustments 

Adjustments information given here are for information. Adjustment offset is carried 

out in the factory and usually will not require further adjustment. 

 

 

Disconnect the PowerCube-Ergo from the mains before starting any repair work. 

Some adjustments of the PowerCube-Ergo module can only be carried out by removing 

the cover when connected to the mains. 

 

 

Opening the PowerCube-Ergo housing as well as all changes, modifications, extensions, 

repairs, maintenance measures, and any other work on SCHILLER 

products including meteorological / safety checks may only be performed by 

SCHILLER or by an authorized SCHILLER partner. 

Only qualified service technicians that have been trained on repair and maintenance 

of the PowerCube-Ergo are authorized to perform the procedures. 

 

 

 

 

The PowerCube-Ergo contains electro-static sensitive electronic components; 

observe antistatic precautions for any maintenance procedure: 

The unit must be placed on an earthed antistatic mat 

Service personnel must be earthed and have to wear anti-static clothing/shoes 

when handling boards or components and comply with the international standard 

IEC 61340-5-1 

Always use an antistatic bag when transporting boards or components 

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O2-Analyser Offset 

1. Connect patient tube correctly to PowerCube as for a gas calibration 

2. Ensure correct calibration gas supply 

3. With COM98IO switch on the suction pump channel 

4. Connect a reference voltage source of 25 mV ± 1 mV in place of the O2 cell 

5. Adjust potentiometer R25 on the Analogue Module 1.3 

6. Adjust offset until COM98IO show the value of 1.550 Digit for the measurement 

channel 

The Gain is not adjustable and depends on the age of the Chemical O2 sensor 

CO2-Analyser Offset 

1. Perform the adjustment after at least 30 minute system warm-up time 

2. Connect patient tube correctly to PowerCube as for an Ergospirometry 

measurement 



channel (1.048 digit, allowance ±20 Digit) 

CO2-Analyser Gain 

It is not necessary to adjust the gain, which is configured on the CO2-PCB - this 

procedure is given for information only 

1. Check gain with calibration gas (switch 0 & 1 in COM98IO) Gain = ∆ 1000 Digit 

(± 50 Digit) 

2. With COM98I0 switch the calibration valve-channel on 

3. COM98IO should show for gain a difference of 1.000 Digit to the actual offsetvalue 

(? 1.000 Digit, allowance ±50 Digit) 

4. With COM98I0 switch the calibration valve-channel off 

5. If gain is out of range, it is possible that the CO2-Analyser has to be replaced 

Sensor Flow PF1 Offset 



channel (2.048 Digit, allowance ±50 Digit) 

Sensor Flow PF1 Gain 

1. Supply 6,25 mbar pressure to the blue OR the white flow tubing socket on the rear 

of the PowerCube 

2. Adjust Potentiometer R23 

3. Adjust gain until COM98IO shows a difference of 1.000 Digit to the actual offsetvalue 

(? 1.000 Digit, allowance ±20 Digit) 

4. Repeat this procedure for the second flow tubing socket 

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System Maintenance 7 

Installation and Service Service Interval 7.1 

7 System Maintenance 

This section gives the maintenance and disposables for the ergo spiro system and an 

overview of the functional and safety checks that must be made. This section does 

not give specific tests for individual components of the system; these are provided in 

the service handbooks for the CS-200 Excellence. 

7.1 Service Interval 

All maintenance work must be carried out by a qualified technician authorised by 

SCHILLER AG. The following table indicates the maintenance intervals, the 

maintenance requirement, and the person authorised to carry out the procedure. 

Interval Service Responsible 

As Required • Change the oxygen module 

user 

• Change the nafion tube (see para.7.7, Replacing the O2 Cell and 

Nafion Tube, page 59) 

Every 6 months • Visual inspection of the unit and cables User 

Every 12 months • Visual, general, measuring and calibration tests and checks - see 

SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Service Handbook (Art. 

No.2.540053) 

Every 12 months a • Electrical safety Tests- see SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

 

Recurrent Test (Art. No. 2.540059): 

– IEC 60601-1, Clause 18 and 19, or 

– EN 62353:2005, or 

– Local directives b 

By SCHILLER AG authorised 

technician 

By SCHILLER AG authorised 

technician 

a. The time interval for the electrical safety tests is a guideline and can vary according to local and country specific directives and 

according to unit use. For example when a unit is used intensively, safety checks should be carried out more often. When a unit is 

used less intensively, the safety check period can be longer. In addition the safety test must be carried out in the following circumstances: 

- If a unit is dropped, receives any large jolt or knock or is subject to severe vibration, etc. 

- If a unit has been subject to strong radiation or electrical shock, etc. 

- When a unit has been repaired or serviced that requires the case to be opened. 

- Additionally, a safety test can be carried out at any time if the unit isolation is suspected of being inadequate. 

b. The two directives detailed here are standard specifications for reference. Local and country directives for safety testing of medical 

devices must be adhered to and take precedence. 

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7.2 External Sight Control 



7.2 External Sight Control 

Check the mechanical condition of the device: 

• Ensure that the casing of all component parts, the keyboard, the monitors, trolley, 

and all supports, stands and cable arms, are clean and serviceable. Ensure there 

is no soiling which could hamper the safety of the device. 

• Check for cracks, dents, chips or other damage in the casing of all component 

parts. Look for signs of the following that could indicate damage and / or internal 

component damage: 

– fluid damage or ingression 

– scuffing on the case 

– impact damage 

– dents 

– etc. 

• Check all electrical cable assemblies and all gas tubes. Ensure they are clean and 

serviceable. In particular examine all cable assemblies for the following that could 

indicate damage: 

– Crushing 

– Chafing 

– Cuts 

– Impact damage or signs that the cable has been stretched 

– etc. 

• Examine all electrical and gas connectors. Check that they are inserted correctly 

and are straight and in good condition. Ensure that no connector has been subject 

to impact damage; ensure that connectors are not bent. 

• Gas mask in good condition. Connectors air-tight. 

7.3 Functional Checks and Tests 

Required equipment 

• Safety Tester IEC/EN 60601-1 

• Calibrated Simulators and test equipment as defined in the CS-200 Excellence 

service handbook. 

IMPORTANT! 

The measurement devices listed above are subject to the instructions according to 

ISO 9000 in regards to Test Equipment Control. 

Details of Functions and Checks and Tests are given in the CS-200 Excellence 

Service Handbook. These tests include the following: 

• Mains and battery Indicators (LED) 

• Keyboard- visual and function check 

• LCD screen check - visual check 

• Printer checks 

• ECG amplifier and patient cable test 

• ECG measurement reference 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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System Maintenance 7 

Installation and Service Software Maintenance 7.4 

7.4 Software Maintenance 

Various software programs are installed in the CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence 

ErgoSpiro and include application software, system software /firmware 

communication software/firmware and LFX software. See the CS-200 Excellence 

service handbook for details. 

7.5 Safety Tests 

The Electrical safety tests is carried out in accordance with SCHILLER CARDIOVIT 

CS-200 Excellence Recurrent Test (Art. No. 2.540059) 

Documentation 

Note the results or have them printed by the tester. Always include one copy of the 

results with the repair report. The original remains with the device and is given to the 

customer for his files. 

7.6 Cleaning and Disposables 

Cleaning material, disinfectants, and Disposables for the units are detailed in the 

SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Supplement for ErgoSpiro Option 

7.7 Replacing the O2 Cell and Nafion Tube 

7.7.1 Changing the Nafion Tube 

 

 

Only use original Nafion tube. The manufacturer disclaims responsibility if any 

other tubing is used. 

The life time of the Nafion tube can also be reduced by pollution or damage during 

use. If problems are experienced during the gas calibration it is recommend that 

the tube is replaced. 

The Nafion tube is previous to moisture and planned replacement is dependant on 

use as well as time. It must be replaced at the following intervals: 

Av. No. of Meas. 

per Day 

Change every 

10 two months 

5 four months 


7.7 Replacing the O2 Cell and Nafion Tube 



7.7.2 Changing the Oxygen Module 

The life-span of the oxygen cell is approximately 12 months. When the oxygen cell is 

deteriorating it will be displayed on the calibration trend screen (see para.4, Installing 

the LFX Program, page 26). However, to avoid any possible problems, we 

recommend that the O 2 cell is replaced every 12 months - check the expiry data on 

the O 2 cell when exchanging. 

 

The life of the oxygen cell is limited. Always check the expiry data before 

installing. 

The oxygen module is situated on the back of the analyser and is exchanged as 

follows: 

 

Switch the unit off and disconnect from the mains supply before carrying out this 

procedure 

1. Remove the protective rubberised cover. 

2. Gently, disconnect the connector on the top of the oxygen module. 

3. Unscrew the oxygen module and discard. 

4. Remove the new oxygen sensor from its hermetically sealed container and screw 

into the gas analyser. 

5. Reconnect the data cable to the top of the module. 

6. Gently replace the protective cover. Take care when replacing not to place any 

strain on the cable or connector 

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Accessories 8 

Installation and Service Flow Sensor Pneumotach and Adaptors 8.1 

8 Accessories 

 

Use only accessories supplied or recommended by SCHILLER. Use accessories 

according to your facility’s standards and manufacturer’s recommendations. 

Always refer to the manufacturer’s directions for use. To order accessories, 

contact your local SCHILLER representative. 

8.1 Flow Sensor Pneumotach and Adaptors 

Picture Product Description Article number 

ErgoSpiro flow sensor pneumotach 2.100914 

8.2 Tubes 


Nafion Tube 50 cm (for PowerCube-Ergo with Ser. No. beginning A1 

and B1 (identified by red Nafion tube connector on front panel)) 

2.100910 

Patient gas measurement tube 3m (for PowerCube-Ergo with Ser. No. 

beginning A1 and B1 (identified by red Nafion tube connector on front 

panel) 

2.100950 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

Calibration gas PVC tube 2.100944 

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8.3 O2 Cell 



8.3 O2 Cell 


O 2 Medical sensor cell - MLF-350 NOTE: Maximum storage of six 

months recommended. 

2.101138 

8.4 Masks, Mask Adaptors and Headgear 


Ergo-Spirometry mask with seal, blue, 7450 series petite 

Ergo-Spirometry mask with seal, blue, 7450 series extra small 

Ergo-Spirometry mask with seal, blue, 7450 series small 

Ergo-Spirometry mask with seal, blue, 7450 series medium 

Ergo-Spirometry mask with seal, blue, 7450 series large 

2.100961 

2.100962 

2.100963 

2.100964 

2.100965 

Mask sizing gauge for Ergo-Spiro mask 7450 series 2.100960 

Mask Adaptor 2.100925 

Silicone adaptor for sensor for use with mask 2.100901 

Hairnet small, for ErgoSpiro mask blue, 7450 series 

Hairnet medium, for ErgoSpiro mask blue, 7450 series 

Hairnet large, for ErgoSpiro mask blue, 7450 series 

2.100966 

2.100967 

2.100968 

8.5 Mouthpiece and Adaptors 


Silicone mouthpiece - adult 

2.100905 

Silicone mouthpiece - child 

2.100906 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

Nose Clip 2.100084 

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Accessories 8 

Installation and Service General 8.6 

Silicone adaptor for spirometry sensor with gas measurement connector 

for use with silicone mouthpiece without mask 

2.100904 

Adaptor 38 mm for silicone mouthpiece 2.100915 

8.6 General 


Ergo Belt 2.100060 

Replacement pouch for ergo belt 2.156039 

Thermo-Hygrometer 2.100012 

Calibration syringe 2 litres 2.100027 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

Adaptor for Calibration pump 4.430181 

8.7 Patient Cable and Electrodes 

Product Description 

Article number 

10-lead patient cable, IEC, clip type, 3.5m for CS-200 

2.400115 

10-lead patient cable, USA, clip type, 3.5m for CS-200 

2.400116 

10-lead patient cable, IEC, clip type, 3.5m for AT-104 

2.400105 

10-lead patient cable, USA, clip type, 3.5m for AT-104 

2.400104 

Sensor stress test electrodes (blue) disposable, set of 25 2.155025 

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8.8 Calibration Gas and Regulators 



8.8 Calibration Gas and Regulators 

 

 

The calibration gas is pressurised. 

Never use grease on any of the valves 

The calibration gas can be purchased directly from SCHILLER or from your 

local dealer/supplier. 

Product Description 

Article number 

Pressure regulator for Ergo-Spiro calibration gas bottle 2.100969 2.100970 

Calibration gas bottle refillable, 2,00 litre, 150 bar, without reduction 

valve, 5% CO 2, 15,9% O 2 , balance N 2 . 

2.100969 

We recommend that a new bottle is ordered when gas pressure reaches 30 bar. 

Gas bottle is delivered with an analysis certificate. For the correct ErgoSpiro 

calibration it is important to check and if necessary to adapt the actual values stated 

in the ErgoSpiro calibration program according the exact values shown on the 

analysis certificate. 

8.8.1 Notes when ordering from a Supplier 

Calibration Gas 

The gas specification for QA0207 compliance is as follows: 

• 5% carbon dioxide N4.5 (99.995%) 

• 15,9% oxygen N4.5 (99.995%) 

• Rest nitrogen N5.0 (99.999%) 

Calibration gas is normally delivered in 2 or 10 litre bottles with a filling pressure of 

150 bar. 

Gas mixtures are available in class 1 and class 2. 

• Class 1 guarantees the max. deviation of the gas components of ± 0.5% from the 

predicted value. 

• Class 2 guarantees the max. deviation of ± 2% from the predicted value. 

The accuracy of the gas concentrations considered adequate for clinical use 

according to QA0207 is ± 2%. (Factory calibration of the gas analyser is carried out 

with certified gas of class 1 tolerance). 

Pressure Regulator 

• Calibration gas Ergo: Outlet flow 1.2 litres/min, outlet pressure 1.5 bar 

• Ensure that the calibration gas connection tube (4 x 2.5 mm) can be connected to 

the manometer outlet. 

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Technical Data 9 

Installation and Service PowerCube-Ergo 9.1 

9 Technical Data 


Unit • PowerCube-Ergo 

• FV-processing according to EGKS, i.e. ATS 

• Gas correction factor to STPD 

Special Functions • Fully Automatic Analyser Calibration 

• Automatic zero-point function 

• Function Assistant 

• Anti-Drift-system to compensate Zero-point drift 

Environmental Sensors • Room temperature probe: 0….50°C 

• Barometer pressure: 900 to 1100 mbar optically isolated RS 232 interface 

Signal transmission • Digital 

PC coupling • RS 232 interface 

Gas exchange (physiological meas.) 

Parameter Ventilation (V’E) 

Parameter O 2 uptake (V’O 2 ) 

Parameter CO 2 uptake (V’CO 2 ) 

Parameter RER 

• Measurement range: 0 to 300 l/m 

• Accuracy: < ± 2,0 % or 50 ml/s (the larger value applies) 





• Measurement range: 0.6 to 2.0 


Flow measurement 

Measurement method 

Measuring range 

Accuracy 

Resistance 

Resolution 

Variable orifice (pneumotach) 

0 to + 20 l/s 

< ± 2,0 % or 50 ml/s (the larger value applies) 


9.2 Pressure Reducer 



O 2 Analyser • Fully digital, high speed cell, based on electrochemical principle 

• Measurement range 0 - 35% 

• Resolution: 0.1% 

• Measurement error:< 0.1% Vol. 

CO 2 Analyser • Fully digital, high speed cell, based on Ultra sound density method 

• Measurement range: 0 to 17.5% CO 2 

• Resolution: 0.1% 

• Measurement error < 0.1% Vol 

• Response Time:< 100ms (10-90%) 

External power supply • Single mains Connection Type Sanoscope I 

• VDE Safety class II, insulated 

• Primary Current range 230….240 V, 50Hz 

• Secondary Current: Sec 1 = +24V, 1.2A DC 

• Sec 2 = + 7V, 0.5A DC 

• Sec 3 = - 7V, 0.2A DC 

• Recording Performance max: 30 VA 

Protection Class • IP 44 

• Class BF 

9.1.1 Standards 

Quality management ISO 13485 

MDD 93/42/ECC 

Electrical safety 

Protection 

CE Marked 

EN 60601-1 (Third Edition) 

This device is not designed for outdoor use 

9.2 Pressure Reducer 

Type 

Outlet 

Outlet Flow 

Inlet Pressure 

Test gas pressure reducer 

Luer lock female 

1.2 litres/minute 

150 bar 

9.3 ECG Part 

See CS-200 Excellence user guide. 

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Installation and Service Ambient Conditions 9.4 

9.4 Ambient Conditions 

Operation 

Ambient temperature +15 to +35 °C 

Atmospheric pressure 

Relative humidity 

Max. temperature gradient 

Ambient conditions, storage and 

transport 

700 to 1050 hPa 

30 to 80 % (no condensation) 

N/A 

Ambient temperature -20 to +50 °C 


Relative humidity 

600 to 1050 hPa 

10 to 90 % (no condensation) 

9.5 EMC information 

See SCHILLER CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence Service Handbook (Art. 

No.2.540053) 

Art.-No.: 2.540105 Rev. a 

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9.5 EMC information 



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Index 10 

10 Index 

A 

Accessories 61 


Relative and absolute 43 

B 

BTPS 41 

C 


Checks and Adjustments 52 

D 

Dead space 43 

E 

External Sight Control 58 

F 

Fault Diagnosis Chart 47 


Functional Checks and Tests 58 

G 

Gas Calibration 35 

H 

Headquarters Address 2 

L 

LFX Program 

Installing 26 

N 

Nafion Tube 59 

O 

Oxygen Module 60 

P 

Physicians Responsibility 7 

Pressurised Gas 8 

S 

Safety Symbols and Conventions 9 

Service Interval 57 

STPD 41 

Symbols 10 

T 


Trouble Shooting (Gas Calibration) 40 

V 

Volume Verification 33 

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Intended Use 7 

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Americas 

SCHILLER Americas Inc. 

Doral, Florida 33172 

North America: 

Phone +1 786 845 06 20 

Fax +1 786 845 06 02 

sales@schilleramerica.com 

www.schilleramerica.com 

Latin America & Caribbean 

Phone +1 305 591 11 21 

Fax +1 786 845 06 02 

sales@schillerla.ch 

www.schillerla.ch 

France (distribution France) 

SCHILLER France S.A.S. 

F-77608 Bussy St Georges 

Phone +33 1 64 66 50 00 

Fax +33 1 64 66 50 10 

adv@schillerfrance.fr 

www.schiller-france.com 

Germany 

SCHILLER Medizintechnik GmbH 

D-85622 Feldkirchen b. München 

Phone +49 89 62 99 81 0 

Fax +49 89 609 50 90 

info@schillermed.de 

www.schillermed.de 

Serbia 

SCHILLER d.o.o. 

11010 Beograd 

Phone +381 11 39 79 508 

Fax +381 11 39 79 51 8 

info@schiller.rs 

www.schiller.rs 

Slovenia 

SCHILLER d.o.o. 

2310 Slovenska Bistrica 

Phone +386 2 843 00 56 

Fax +386 2 843 00 57 

info@schiller.si 

www.schiller.si 

Asia 

SCHILLER Asia-Pacific / Malaysia 

52200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 

Phone +603 6272 3033 

Fax +603 6272 2030 

sales@schiller.com.my 

www.schiller-asia.com 

Hungary 

SCHILLER Diamed Ltd. 

H-1141 Budapest 

Phone +36 1 383 4780 / +36 1 460 9491 

Fax +36 1 383 4778 

info@schillerhungary.hu 

www.schillerhungary.hu 

Spain 

SCHILLER ESPAÑA, S.A. 

ES-28232 Las Rozas/Madrid 

Phone +34 91 713 01 76 

Fax +34 91 355 79 33 

schiller@schiller.es 

www.schiller.es 

Austria 

SCHILLER Handelsgesellschaft m.b.H. 

A-4040 Linz 

Phone +43 732 70 99 

Fax +43 732 757 000 

sales@schiller.at 

www.schiller.at 

India 

SCHILLER Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd. 

Mumbai – 400 001, India 

Phone +91 22 6152 3333 / 2920 9141 

Fax +91 22 2920 9142 

sales@schillerindia.com 

www.schillerindia.com 

Switzerland 

SCHILLER-Reomed AG 

CH-8953 Dietikon 

Phone +41 44 744 30 00 

Fax +41 44 740 37 10 

sales@schiller-reomed.ch 

www.schiller-reomed.ch 

China 

Alfred Schiller (Beijing) Medical Equipment 

Co.,Ltd. 

100015 Beijing, China 

Phone +86 010 52007020 

Fax +86 010 52007020-8016 

info@schillerchina.com 

www.schillermedical.cn 

Poland 

SCHILLER Poland Sp. z o.o. 

PL-02-729 Warszawa 

Phone +48 22 843 20 89 / +48 22 647 35 90 

Fax +48 22 843 20 89 

schiller@schiller.pl 

www.schiller.pl 

Turkey 

SCHILLER TÜRKIYE 

Okmeydani-Sisli – Istanbul 

Phone +90 212 210 8681 (pbx) 

Fax +90 212 210 8684 

info@schiller.com.tr 

www.schiller-turkiye.com 

Croatia 

Schiller medicinski instrumenti d.o.o. 

10000 Zagreb 

Phone +385 1 309 66 59 

Fax +385 1 309 66 60 

info@schillerzg.hr 

www.schiller.hr 

France 

SCHILLER Médical S.A.S. 

F-67162 Wissembourg 

Phone +33 3 88 63 36 00 

Fax +33 3 88 63 36 49 

info@schiller.fr 

www.schiller-medical.com 

Russia & C.I.S. 

AO SCHILLER.RU 

125124 Moscow, Russia 

Phone +7 (495) 970 11 33 

Fax +7 (495) 956 29 10 

mail@schiller.ru 

www.schiller.ru 

www.schiller-cis.com 

United Kingdom 

SCHILLER UK 

Bellshill, ML4 3PR 

Phone +44 1698 744 505 

Fax +44 1698 744 474 

sales@schilleruk.com 

www.schilleruk.com 

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