GE Aestiva 5 Service Manual

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Pipeline inlets
Label identifies the gas. 
Pneumatic outlet
Labels identify the gas. 
Note: The outlet pressures 
range from pipeline pressure 
to 550-690 kPa when 
cylinder supplies are used. 
Scavenging
Adapters may be necessary. 
Refer to the Illustrated Parts 
section. 
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Suction regulator
Optional item. 
Note:    
Venturi regulators use 
the system Air or O
2 supply. 
Standard regulators must be 
connected to an external 
vacuum supply.
External O2 flowmeter
Optional item. 
Serial port
Refer to the communications 
appendix for command and 
data formats.
External vacuum
(non-venturi)
Filter
Collection BottlePatient
AA.96.172
AA.96.045
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How to install gas cylinders (high-pressure leak test)
Cylinder yokes1. Find the cylinder wrench.
2. Close the cylinder valve on the cylinder to be replaced.
3. Fully loosen the tee handle.
4. Open the cylinder yoke.
5. Remove the used cylinder and the used gasket.
6. Remove the cap from the cylinder valve on the new cylinder.
7. Point the cylinder valve away from all flammable items and items that can 
be damaged by a release of pressure.
8. Quickly open and...

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No gasket or more than one gasket can cause a leak. 
9. Install a new gasket.
10.Align the cylinder post with the index pins.
11.Close the yoke gate and tighten the tee handle.
12.Install a cylinder plug and gasket in all empty cylinder yokes.
13.Do a high-pressure leak test:
•Disconnect pipeline supplies.
•Disconnect all equipment from the pneumatic outlet and turn Off the 
auxiliary flowmeter.
•Set the system switch to...

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5. Open and immediately close the cylinder valve to remove dirt or contaminants.
6. Do a high pressure leak test:
•Disconnect pipeline supplies.
•Disconnect all equipment from the pneumatic outlet and turn Off the 
auxiliary flowmeter.
•Set the system switch to Standby.
•Open the cylinder.
•Record the cylinder pressure.
•Close the cylinder. 
•If the cylinder pressure decreases more than 690 kPa in one minute, 
there is a leak.
To repair a leak:
•Tighten the...

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How to install the gooseneck lamp (12 V)
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Use ONLY 2.4 Watt bulbs. Higher wattage bulbs can get hot enough to burn 
you.
1. Align the connector with the cable towards you.
2. Push the connector firmly into the socket until you hear a click.
3. Move the light into position.
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How to attach equipment to the top shelves
The basic system has two straps for equipment. Accessory shelves use clips 
and straps.
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Each accessory shelf has a weight limit of 23 kg (50 lb).
wSystems without accessory shelves have a weight limit of 23 kg (50 lb).
1. Install or find the clips:
•With an accessory shelf, install the clips in the two slots nearest to the 
equipment.
•Systems without accessory shelves...

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2. Install the straps:
•With an accessory shelf:
•Without an accessory shelf:
3. Fully tighten the straps.
4. Make sure that the straps hold the equipment in position.
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If you do not fully tighten the strap, equipment can fall off the shelf.
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Large equipment. 
Small equipment. 
Loop two times
 (A, B, C, D)Loop one time 
(A, B, C)
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How to install equipment on the foldout shelf
This is a hidden shelf for equipment that you do not need to look at, adjust, or 
touch. To access the shelf, you must remove the cylinders.
1. Make sure you have a cylinder wrench (if necessary).
2. Close the valves on all gas cylinders.
3. Remove all gas cylinders.
4. Loosen the thumbscrews and open the rear door.
5. Put the equipment on the shelves. 
6. Make sure the item does not hang over the raised edge. 
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Installation notes
When the system is installed the service representative will check these set-
tings and change them if necessary.
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These settings can only be changed by Qualified Service personnel.
•Language
•Power up defaults: When you turn the system off, should it save the current 
settings or go back to the facility defaults.
•Automatic calculation of 
◊E alarm limits during mechanical ventilation.
•Altitude
•Ventilator...