Has electrical safety

6 months

Perform scale calibration (if installed).

Hoses – Inspect all hoses for wear and tear.

Blended gas supply (Optional) – Check that the Blender Module alarm sounds.

Blended gas supply (Optional) – Check that the percentage of oxygen concentration is within the
specified range of 20.8% to 100%.

1 year

Overall appearance – Visually inspect for signs of damage or deterioration to all outer surfaces,
Controller Module, warmer head, Resuscitation Module, casters, mattress, crib sides and all other
features where applicable.

Internal visual inspection – Check the condition and security of all components and no fluid ingress.

Control knobs – Make sure that all control knobs turn smoothly.

Gauges – Make sure that all gauges read 0 (zero) when the system is off.

Tubes – (remove the back cover) Inspect for loose or pinched tubes.

Modules – Inspect for improper seating of the modules.

AC power cord – Examine for damage and check terminations, polarity, strain relief and correct mains
fuse rating.

P.C. boards – Examine the condition of components fitted to the PC boards.

Skin probe – Check that the skin probe is available, the sensor head is undamaged, and that the plug and
cable are in order.

Calibrating the controller assembly – Adjust the Precision 5V Reference until the value on the DVM reads
5V ± 5 millivolt (mV).

Diagnostic test #12—Skin probe display temperature accuracy – Check that both displays read 36.00°C ±
0.05°C.

Calibrating the controller assembly – Adjust the skin probe 1 temperature sensor until the value on the
Baby Temperature display reads 96.8°F (36°C) ± 0.05°C.
Diagnostic test #12—Skin probe display temperature accuracy – Check that both displays read 36.00°C ±
0.05°C. (repeated)

Calibrating the controller assembly – Adjust the skin probe 2 temperature sensor until the value on the
APGAR Timer display reads 96.8°F (36°C) ± 0.05°C.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Check that at the Apgar Timer display, the
status of the safety relay is initially Off.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Check that the status of the safety relay is
On.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Test the Solid State Relay #1 by pressing the
Mode key. Check that the calculated AC line voltage appears on the Baby Temperature display and the
quartz heater turns on for approximately 40 seconds, then Solid State Relay #1 automatically switches
off.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Record the displayed voltage shown for
Solid State Relay #1.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Test the Solid State Relay #2 (K3) by pressing
the >37°C key. Check that the calculated AC line voltage appears on the Baby Temperature display and
the quartz heater turns on for approximately 40 seconds, then Solid State Relay #2 switching off.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Record the displayed voltage shown for
Solid State Relay #1.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – Check that both of the displayed and
recorded voltages are within 2 volts of each other.

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – (110V) Check that the calculated AC line
voltage in the Baby Temperature display is within ± 10% of the rated line voltage. 99V to 121V

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – (120V) Check that the calculated AC line
voltage in the Baby Temperature display is within ± 10% of the rated line voltage. 108V to 132V

Diagnostic test #6—Heater/Relays AC Line voltage display – (230V) Check that the calculated AC line
voltage in the Baby Temperature display is within ± 10% of the rated line voltage. 207V to 253V

Calibrating the controller assembly – Adjust the heater voltage sensor until the value shown on the Baby
Temperature display equals the measured value on the DVM.

Calibrating the controller assembly – Perform function checks.

Verifying the DC power requirements – (J2-2 or J2-3) Verify that the following DC voltages exist on the
Power and Control P.C. Board (PCB 2): +5.1V ± 0.05V.

Verifying the DC power requirements – (J2-1) Verify that the following DC voltages exist on the Power
and Control P.C. Board (PCB 2): +12V ± 0.5V.
Verifying the DC power requirements – (J2-6) Verify that the following DC voltages exist on the Power
and Control P.C. Board (PCB 2): -12V ± 0.5V.

Verifying the DC power requirements – (J2-4) Verify that the following DC voltages exist on the Power
and Control P.C. Board (PCB 2): Ground.

Check the heater head electrical requirements.

Checking the pneumatic system – Visually inspect the system. Check for marks or scratches.

Checking the pneumatic system – Make sure that all of the control knobs turn smoothly.

Checking the pneumatic system – Make sure that all of the gauges read zero (± 1 unit of measurement)
when the system is off.

Checking the pneumatic system – Inspect for the following: Loose tubes.

Checking the pneumatic system – Inspect for the following: Pinched tubes.

Checking the pneumatic system – Inspect for the following: Improper seating of the modules.

Function checks – Check that Initial Actions have been performed.

Function checks – Controller module – Check the self-test function by turning on the power switch. The
heater comes on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: All 8s show across the Apgar Timer, Baby Temperature, and Set Temperature displays.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: All alarm indicators (except the Power Fail indicator) light.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: All mode indicators light.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: The > 37°C indicator lights.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: All ten segments of the Heater Power indicator light.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: The Procedural Silence indicator lights.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: The Keypad Lock key lights.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the self-test function engages, and the following
occurs: An alarm sounds a high-pitched tone, a low-pitched tone, and then three beeps.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that when the self-test is complete, the controller begins
operating in PreWarm Mode.
Function checks – Controller module – Check Pre-Warm Mode. The Pre-Warm indicator is on and the
Heater Power indicator displays ten segments (100%) for 3 min, reduces to six segments (60%) for 12
min, and then reduces to three segments (30%).

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Manual indicator lights.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that Heater Power indicators operate as described.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Baby Temperature display comes on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that all segments light.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that after 10 minutes have elapsed, the Chk Patient
indicator comes on, and the alarm sounds one time.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that during the 5-minute wait the alarm sounds at 30
second intervals.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that at the end of the 5 minutes (15 minutes total), the
heater shuts down, the Heater Power indicators go off, and the alarm sounds continuously and ramps
up in volume.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the heater comes back on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Chk Patient indicator lights and the alarm sounds

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Heater Power indicators come back on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Keypad Lock switch lights up, and the Mode Select
and Up and Down keys are inoperative.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Keypad Lock key’s light goes off, and the keypad is
enabled.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Baby indicator lights, and the Set Temperature
display activates and defaults to 97.7°F (36.5°C). In addition, the Baby Temperature indicator flashes,
and the alarm sounds.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the alarm sound stops, and the Baby Temperature
indicator remains on.

Function checks – Controller module – (Raise the baby skin temperature probe reading until it exceeds
the set temperature by at least 1°C) Check that the Baby Temperature indicator flashes, and the alarm
sounds.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the alarm sound stops for 10 minutes, and the Baby
Temperature indicator remains on.

Function checks – Controller module – (Lower the baby skin temperature probe reading until it is below
the set temperature by at least 1°C) Check that the Baby Temperature indicator flashes, and the alarm
sounds.
Function checks – Controller module – Check that the alarm sound stops for 10 minutes, and the Baby
Temperature indicator remains on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check Temperature Override Mode: The >37°C indicator comes
on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that when the set temperature falls below 98.6°F (37.0°C),
the >37°C indicator goes off.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Baby Temperature display goes off, the Probe
indicator flashes, and the alarm sounds.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Apgar Timer display comes on and begins
counting up from 0 seconds.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that when the Apgar Timer display reaches 1:00 minute,
the alarm beeps once.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Apgar timer count stops.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the Apgar timer display goes off.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the examination light comes on.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the examination light goes off.

Function checks – Controller module – Check the Power Fail alarm: The Power Fail indicator comes on,
and the alarm sounds.

Function checks – Controller module – Check that the heater automatically shuts off, the High
Temperature indicator flashes, and the alarm sounds continuously.

Function checks – Controller module – (Lower the skin temperature reading on the display until it is
≤101.3°F (38.5°C) or press the Silence/Reset key) Check that the High Temperature indicator stops
flashing, and the alarm turns off.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the bassinet tilt control functions properly after performing
one of the test methods.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the side panels are positively engaged to confine the infant.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the front panel is positively engaged to confine the infant.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the pass-through drawer functions properly.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the Warmer Module swivels properly.

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the x-ray cassette tray functions properly (X-ray accessory
option).

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the writing surface functions properly (Writing surface
option).
Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the instrument tray functions properly (Instrument tray
option).

Function checks – Mechanical – Check that the cart/bassinet (N) docking mechanism (L) and caster locks
(M) function properly. (for Resuscitaire Birthing Room Warmer)

Function checks – Mechanical – Check the VHA stand (Resuscitaire® Radiant Warmer only): Verify that
the upper post operates smoothly and adjust it to the desired height.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Supply pressure – Check that the oxygen (and
air) pipeline(s) are securely attached to the appropriate fittings on the rear of the unit, and the gas
supply present has 47 psi (324 kPa) to 60 psi (415 kPa) of pressure.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Supply pressure – (If using a reserve gas supply
from cylinders) Ensure that each cylinder is properly secured on the rear of the warmer and that the
cylinder valve located on the top of the cylinder is open.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Supply pressure – (If using a reserve gas supply
from cylinders) Examine the appropriate cylinder pressure gauges on the front of the upper column to
ensure that a sufficient reserve gas supply is present.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Supply pressure – (If using a reserve gas supply
from cylinders) Check that each cylinder is properly secured, the cylinder valves are open, and a
sufficient reserve gas supply is present.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Blended gas supply (Optional) – Check that the
Blender Module alarm sounds.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Blended gas supply (Optional) – Check that the
percentage of oxygen concentration is within the specified range of 20.8% to 100%.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
assembly) Check that A clean, reusable or disposable, suction bottle (H) is installed and properly
connected in the resuscitation equipment storage compartment (I) at the front of the unit.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For a reusable suction bottle (H))
Check that a bacterial filter is connected in-line with the supply connection to the reusable suction
bottle (H).

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – Check that the desired maximum
suction pressure value is achieved.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
without the AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the measured Patient Gas Supply flow falls
within the specification of ± 3% of full scale or 10% of the setting.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
without the AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the pressure relief control is within the
specification of 50 cm H2O ± 10 cm H2O (5 kPa ± 1 kPa).
Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
with an AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the measured Patient Gas Supply flow falls within
the specification of ± 3% of full scale or 10% of the setting.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
with an AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the Pressure Relief gauge meets the specification
of 50 cm H2O ± 10 cm H2O (5 kPa ± 1 kPa).

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
with an AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the I/E ratio is approximately 1:2.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
with an AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the BPM rate is within the specified 10 BPM to 60
BPM.

Function checks – Resuscitation equipment (optional) – Suction – (For units with a Resuscitation Module
with an AutoBreath™ Infant Resuscitator) Check that the Auxiliary flow functions properly.

2 years

Resuscitation module calibration (if installed).

Blender (if installed) calibration.

6 years

Replace Oxygen hose (wall or cylinder to Resuscitaire).

Replace Air hose (wall or cylinder to Resuscitaire).