Troubleshooting, Lungs, Mechanical noise during auscultation – Laerdal SimMan 3G User Manual
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Lungs
Problem
– Lungs not functioning properly.
Possible Solution
– Check that the airway resistance is not set to maximum in the
Instructor Application.
– Open the torso and chest plate. Check that the lungs are free to
expand and are not restricted by any cables.
– Check that the lung bladders are properly connected, and that
the tubes are not twisted.
– Check that the lung bladders are in a horizontal position and
inserted correctly. Ensure that the lung compliance O-rings lie
between the folds of the lung bladders.
– Check for flaws or ruptures in the lung bladders.
– Check that the two lung compliance O-rings are fitted correctly.
Replace O-rings if they appear to be damaged.
– Check that there are no obstructions inside the simulator
airways which may block air flow.
– If there is no change when adjusting lung compliance, contact
Laerdal Technical Service.
– If there is no change in lung resistance, contact Laerdal Technical
Service.
Mechanical Noise during Auscultation
In the Instructor Application, click
Batteries
Problem
– Battery life is less than 150 minutes with healthy patient and fully
charged batteries.
Possible Solutions
– Batteries may be old, (recommended lifetime is 200 discharge
cycles). Insert new batteries.
– Compressor may not function properly; consult your local
Laerdal Technical Services Centre.
Pulses
Problem
– Cannot feel pedal pulses
Possible Solutions
– Skin may be too tight over pulse units – readjust skin and reboot.
Clinical Features - Pneumothorax Bladders
Problem
– Experience problems with pneumothorax bladders.
Solution
– Check tubing connection at base of the bladder, to ensure that
tubing has not been disconnected.
Simulator Shutdown
Problem
– The Patient Simulator is unresponsive.
Solution
Press and hold the
Patient Simulator to shutdown.
TROUBLESHOOTING