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This indicates that the module does not leak. If the alarm message disappears, or the flow rate is equal to
10ml/min or greater, it indicates that the module leaks. Perform the leakage test again. If the problem
remains, contact your service personnel for help.
16.14 CO
2
Calibration
For sidestream and microstream CO
2
modules, a calibration is needed every year or when the measured values
have a great deviation.
To calibrate the CO
2
module, contact your service personnel.
CAUTION
Connect the gas outlet to the scavenging system when calibrating the CO
2
module.
16.15 CO
2
Troubleshooting
This section lists the problems that might occur. If you encounter the problems when using the equipment or
accessories, check the table below before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your service
personnel.
NOTE
For the physiological and technical alarm messages, see Appendix DAlarm Messages.
16.15.1 Troubleshooting the Sidestream/Microstream CO
2
Module
16.15.2 Troubleshooting the Mainstream CO
2
Module
16.16 Oridion Information
Oridion Patents
This posting serves as notice under 35 U.S.C.§287(a) for Covidien patents: http://www.covidien.com/patents.
No Implied License
Possession or purchase of this device does not convey any express or implied license to use the device with
unauthorized CO
2
sampling consumables which would, alone, or in combination with this device, fall within the
scope of one or more of the patents relating to this device and/or CO2 sampling consumable.
Problem Solution
EtCO
2
measurements too low 1. Check the patient status.
2. Check the sample line and connectors for leakage.
3. Ventilate the room if the environmental CO
2
concentration is too
high.
Problem Solution
Elevated baseline 1. Check the patient status.
2. Check the sensor.