Air-Shields TI500 User Manual
Air-Shields TI500 User Manual
Air-Shields TI500 User Manual
Transport
Incubator
From Hill-Rom Air-Shields
Fourth Edition
To order additional copies of this manual, call (800) 445-3720, and place a
parts order for part number man188rc (67 990 11-11).
NOTES:
Chapter 1: Introduction
Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 5: Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Chapter 6: General Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Chapter 7: Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Typographical Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5
Technical Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Operating Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Temperature Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Alarms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9
Adjustable Stand Assembly (Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11
Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11
Environmental Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12
Electrical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13
Regulations, Standards, and Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13
Model Identification and Series Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15
Setpoint Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16
Air-Temperature-Controlling Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 19
Clock and Timing Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20
Alarms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22
Alarm Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 26
Auto-Test Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 27
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures
Control Panel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
Power Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Battery Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 9
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 9
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 10
Heater Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 11
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 11
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 11
Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 14
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 14
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 14
Fan Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 15
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 15
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 17
Controller P.C. Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 8
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10
Component Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 12
P.C. Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 12
Lubrication Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 13
Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 14
Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 15
Preventive Maintenance Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 16
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 23
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 24
Tool and Supply Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 30
Chapter 7: Accessories
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 3
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Chapter Contents
Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 4: Removal, Replacement, and Adjustment Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3
Chapter 5: Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Chapter 6: General Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Chapter 7: Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Typographical Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5
Technical Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Operating Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Temperature Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8
Alarms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9
Adjustable Stand Assembly (Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11
Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11
Environmental Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12
Electrical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13
Audience
This manual is intended for use by only facility-authorized personnel. Failure
to observe this restriction can result in severe injury to people and serious
damage to equipment.
Organization
This manual contains seven chapters.
Chapter 1: Introduction
In addition to a brief description of this service manual, chapter 1 also provides
a product overview.
Chapter 7: Accessories
A list of additional products, that can be used in conjunction with the Transport
Incubator, is available in chapter 7. Installation procedures for these
accessories are also included.
Figure 1-6. Type B Equipment with an F-Type Isolated (Floating) Applied Part
• The symbol below indicates the Set Temperature Down arrow key:
Term Definition
Setpoint The temperature of the incubator selected for
operation during use.
Incubator temperature The air temperature at a point 10 cm (4") above
and centered over the mattress surface.
Temperature The condition reached when the average incubator
equilibrium temperature does not vary more than 0.2°C over a
period of one hour.
Temperature overshoot The amount by which the incubator’s temperature
exceeds the average incubator temperature at
temperature equilibrium when the setpoint changes
from 30°C (86°F) to 34°C (93°F).
Temperature rise time The time required for the incubator’s temperature
to rise to 34°C (93°F) from an ambient of 23°C
(73°F) with a 36°C (97°F) setpoint.
Temperature uniformity The amount by which the average temperature at
each of the four points 10 cm (4") above the
mattress surface differs from the average incubator
temperature at temperature equilibrium. The four
points are the centers of the four areas formed by
lines dividing the width and length of the mattress
surface evenly.
Temperature variability The variability of the incubator’s temperature
observed over a 1 hour period after temperature
equilibrium is reached.
Introduction
Overview
The Transport Incubator is for transport of high risk, premature, low birth-
weight or critically ill newborns. It provides a means to control air temperature
and oxygen concentrations, and adds relative humidity. A double-walled hood
provides full visibility and an effective thermal and sound barrier from the
environment. Arm ports and door panels provide front and head access, and the
mattress tray slides out of the head end for additional access. Tubing access
grommets are on both sides of the front access panel and at the left-hand, head
end panel. An observation lamp is also included.
Operating Precautions
For additional operating precautions for the Transport Incubator and its
accessories, refer to the Transport Incubator (Model TI500) User Manual
(usr038).
Features
Temperature Control
The initial setpoint is 36.0°C (96.8°F) ± 0.1°C. The incubator heats to this
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temperature unless the setting is changed. To change the setpoint to a
prescribed temperature, use the Set Temp controls on the control panel. An
additional sensor within the housing serves as a backup to limit the incubator’s
maximum air temperature to 38.9°C (102.0°F) ± 0.5°C. At this limit, the High
Temp alarm activates, and the heater shuts off.
Alarms
Each time the unit turns on, it automatically activates a test sequence to verify
that the visual display and the audible alarm function. Each of the following six
alarms has an indicator on the display and an audible alarm.
Sensor Alarm
Circuitry monitors the air temperature sensor and the air display sensor for
short- or open-circuits or skin temperature probe shorts. A flashing Sensor
indicator and an intermittent audible tone indicate a Sensor alarm. This alarm
resets itself.
Airflow Alarm
A flashing Air Flow indicator and an intermittent audible alarm indicate that
the fan impeller is not rotating or is missing. When this occurs, the heater and
Heater indicators turn off. To silence this alarm for 5 minutes, press the
Silence/Reset key.
Low DC Alarm
Physical Description
For Transport Incubator physical specifications, see table 1-2 on page 1-11.
Feature Dimension
Length (with accessory adjustable stand 102 cm (40")
assembly)
Width (with accessory adjustable stand 56.5 cm (22.2")
assembly)
Height (Model TI500 with accessory 81.3 cm (32.0") to 111.8 cm
adjustable stand assembly) (44.0")
Height (Model TI500-1/1E/1C with 85.73 cm (33¾") to 116.2 cm
accessory adjustable stand assembly) (45¾")
Weight (including accessory adjustable 72 kg (159 lb)
stand assembly and one battery)
Battery tray weight with one battery 10.4 kg (22.9 lb)
Battery tray weight with two batteries 19.4 kg (42.8 lb)
Temperature setpoint range 21.5°C (70.7°F) ± 1.5°C (2.7°F)
to 38.0°C (100.4°F) in 0.1°C
(0.2°F) increments
Temperature rise time 30 minutes
Temperature variability ≤ 1.0°C (1.8°F)
Temperature overshoot ≤ 2.0°C (3.6°F)
Temperature uniformity ≤ 1.0°C (1.8°F)
Correlation of the displayed incubator ≤ 1.0°C (1.8°F)
temperature to the actual incubator
temperature at temperature equilibrium
Correlation of the displayed incubator ≤ 1.5°C (2.7°F)
temperature to the setpoint at temperature
equilibrium (20°C to 30°C ambients)
Correlation of the displayed incubator ≤ 2.0°C (3.6°F)
temperature to the setpoint at temperature
equilibrium (10°C to 20°C ambients)
Feature Dimension
Observation light 376.7 lx (35.0 fc) at 10 cm (4")
above the center of the mattress
Oxygen concentration range From 21% to at least 58%
Carbon dioxide (CO2) level within the < 0.5% when a 4% mixture of
hood CO2 in the air is delivered at
750 ml/min at 10 cm (4") above
the center of the mattress
Noise level within the hood environment < 60 dBa with ambient noise of
≤ 50 dBa
Environmental Description
For Transport Incubator environmental specifications, see table 1-3 on page 1-
12.
Feature Dimension
Operating temperature Maintained at a differential of
25°C between the ambient
temperature and the setpoint for
90 minutes per battery
Normal operating temperature range 10°C (50°F) to 30°C (86°F)
Limited operating temperature range 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)
Relative humidity (RH) operating range 0% to 95%, non-condensing
Altitude operating range (non-pressurized Sea level to 3 km (9843 ft)
ambient atmosphere)
Altitude operating range (pressurized Sea level to 12 km (39370 ft)
ambient atmosphere)
Altitude shipment range Sea level to 12 km (39370 ft)
Electrical Description
Chapter 1: Introduction
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For Transport Incubator electrical specifications, see table 1-4 on page 1-13.
Feature Dimension
AC external power requirements 100V/120V, 50/60/400 Hz,
(100V/120V model only) 270 W maximum, sine- or
square-wave
AC external power requirements 220V/240V, 50/60/400 Hz,
(220V/240V and CE mark models only) 270 W maximum, sine- or
square-wave
DC external power requirements 11V to 13V, 200 W maximum
(100V/120V model only) or 26V to 30V, 200 W
maximum typical aircraft
voltages
Internal battery type Gel-type, vented, rechargeable
Internal battery voltage 12V DC nominal
Internal battery quantity One (or two, with the accessory
second battery option)
Internal battery capacity 24 ampere hours per battery
Internal battery charge time (from full 10 hours per battery
discharge)
Internal battery life expectancy 200 complete charge/discharge
cycles
Chassis current leakage (100V/120V ≤ 300 µA
model only)
Chassis current leakage (220V/240V and ≤ 500 µA
CE mark models only)
WARNING:
Only facility-authorized personnel should troubleshoot the Transport
Incubator. Troubleshooting by unauthorized personnel could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
During removal and replacement, support the battery tray, and avoid
pinch points. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
WARNING:
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
When performing cleaning and maintenance procedures, ensure that
the oxygen supply to the incubator is turned off and that the incubator is
disconnected from the oxygen supply. A fire and explosion hazard
exists when cleaning and maintaining the incubator in an oxygen-
enriched environment.
WARNING:
The heater fins may be hot enough to burn. Do not touch the heater fins
until the unit has cooled for at least 30 minutes.
WARNING:
A dirty air intake filter may affect the oxygen concentrations or cause
carbon dioxide build-up. Check the air intake filter on a routine basis,
and change it at least every 3 months. Failure to do so could result in
infant injury.
WARNING:
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so could
result in infant injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
After cleaning, install the impeller on the motor shaft. Failure to do so
could cause the heater to overheat and become disabled. If the impeller
is installed incorrectly, oxygen and temperature could be adversely
affected. Ensure that the impeller turns freely after installation.
WARNING:
Only facility-authorized personnel should perform preventive
maintenance on the Transport Incubator. Preventive maintenance
performed by unauthorized personnel could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
WARNING:
To prevent personal injury, keep fingers clear of moving parts.
WARNING:
Two people should always handle the Transport Incubator. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
To ensure incubator stability, fully support the weight of the incubator
until the height adjustment latch firmly locks in the desired position.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
If the gas is released rapidly due to damage or another cause,
compressed gas cylinders, such as oxygen cylinders, can become
hazardous projectiles. To prevent movement or damage from shock or
impact to the adjustable stand assembly or incubator, securely fasten
the cylinders and tighten the clamp screw as required.
WARNING:
If not all indicators display or the alarm does not sound briefly at the end
of the Auto-Test cycle, do not use the incubator. Infant injury or
equipment damage could occur.
SHOCK HAZARD:
To prevent damage to the equipment, remove all power from the unit.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the unit from its power source. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
To disconnect the batteries from the incubator, loosen the battery
compartment fastening knob, and slide the compartment out
approximately 5 cm (2"). Failure to do so could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Do not expose the unit to excessive moisture. Personal injury or
equipment damage could occur.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Before use, check the continuity of the ground between the chassis and
the AC plug grounding pin. Failure to do so could result in infant injury
or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
To ensure grounding reliability, plug the AC power cord only into a
properly grounded, three-wire, hospital-grade or hospital-use outlet of
the proper voltage and frequency. Do not use extension cords.
Personal injury or equipment damage could occur.
SHOCK HAZARD:
For adequate external DC voltage, do not use a cigarette lighter as the
terminal point. Ensure that the ambulance wiring leading to the terminal
point is at least 10 gauge and as short as possible. Failure to do so
could result in infant injury or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Ensure that the building power source is compatible with the electrical
specifications shown on the unit. For proper grounding reliability, plug
the power cord only into a properly-marked, hospital-grade receptacle.
Do not use extension cords. If any doubt exists as to the grounding
connection, do not operate the equipment. Infant injury or equipment
damage could occur.
CAUTION:
When installing the impeller, do not place excessive axial force on the
motor shaft. Damage to the motor bearing could occur.
CAUTION:
Do not use harsh cleaners, solvents, or detergents. Equipment damage
could occur.
CAUTION:
Do not use alcohol, acetone, or any organic solvents for cleaning. They
could craze the clear acrylic hood.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the hood assembly to direct radiation from germicidal
lamps. Ultraviolet radiation from these sources could crack gaskets,
fade paint, and craze the clear acrylic hood.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the air temperature probe, exercise care when
lowering the upper shell onto the lower shell.
CAUTION:
To prevent component damage, ensure that your hands are clean, and
CAUTION:
For shipping and storage, place the removed P.C. board in an antistatic
protective bag. Equipment damage can occur.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone-based lubricants. Equipment damage could occur.
CAUTION:
When removing the equipment from the cartons, take care not to
scratch or otherwise damage unprotected surfaces.
CAUTION:
Do not release the frame retaining latches or raise the adjustable stand
assembly until the incubator has been installed. Damage to the
adjustable stand assembly could occur.
CAUTION:
If the incubator has not been plugged into an AC power source for 20
hours prior to this test, recharge the batteries by plugging the incubator
into an AC power source for 20 hours with the AC Power switch in the
ON-1 position. Failure to do so could result in equipment damage.
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3
Initial Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3
Function Checks and General Operation Checkout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4
Mechanical Checkout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9
Final Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 13
Power Distribution Does Not Operate Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 14
The Auto-Test Function Does Not Operate Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 20
The Air Temperature Display Does Not Function Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 21
The Sensor Alarm Does Not Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 22
The Baby Temperature Alarm Does Not Function Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 23
The Power Failure Alarm Does Not Function Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 24
The Set Temp Indicator Does Not Function Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 25
The High Temperature Alarm Does Not Function Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 26
NOTES:
Getting Started
WARNING:
Only facility-authorized personnel should troubleshoot the Transport
Incubator. Troubleshooting by unauthorized personnel could result in
personal injury or equipment damage. 2
Begin each procedure in this chapter with step 1. Follow the sequence outlined
(each step assumes the previous step has been completed). In each step, the
normal operation of the product can be confirmed by answering Yes or No to
the statement. Your response will lead to another step in the procedure, a repair
analysis procedure (RAP), or a component replacement. If more than one
component is listed, replace them in the given order.
To begin gathering information about the problem, start with Initial Actions.
To isolate or identify a problem and to verify the repair after completing each
corrective action (replacing or adjusting a part, seating a connector, etc.),
perform the Function Checks.
To verify the repair, perform the Final Actions after the Function Checks.
Initial Actions
To gather information from operators concerning problems with the Transport
Incubator, use Initial Actions. Note symptoms or other information concerning
the problem that the operator describes. This information helps identify the
probable cause.
2. Ask that person to demonstrate or explain the problem. The problem can be
duplicated.
Yes No
↓ → Go to “Function Checks and General Operation Checkout” on
page 2-4.
2. Plug the unit into an appropriate AC power source, and turn on the Power
switch. The AC indicator illuminates.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.1.
4. Unplug the unit from its external DC power source. The Battery indicator
illuminates.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.1.
NOTE:
If the unit is tested while operating from DC power, the AC Power Mode
indicator does not light.
• At the end of the Auto-Test sequence, a short beep sounds, the AC
Power Mode indicator remains on, and one or more of the Heater
and Battery indicators remain on, depending on the incubator’s
temperature and battery charge.
NOTE:
36°C ± 0.1°C is the automatic initial setpoint. Unless the setpoint is changed,
the unit heats to this temperature.
• The Set Temp indicator lights, and the Air Temperature °C digital
display indicates 36°C ± 0.1°C for approximately 15 seconds.
• If the internal batteries require charging, the Battery indicator shows
one to three lights. If the batteries are fully charged, four Battery
indicator lights are on.
The Auto-Test function cycles properly.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.1.
NOTE:
The incubator takes less than 30 minutes nominal to warm up to the setpoint
temperature setting.
b. Allow the incubator to warm up to the setpoint temperature setting of
34°C.
NOTE:
When the temperature display stabilizes, the number of Heater indicators
illuminated typically reduces to two.
c. Press the Set Temp key.
After temperature equilibrium is reached, the Air Temperature °C display
remains within 0.5°C of the setpoint for 15 minutes.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.3.
9. Turn the observation light on and off by the On/Off switch located in the
center bottom of the observation light housing. The observation light
operates properly.
Yes No
↓ → Replace the observation light bulb.
10. To check that the incubator switches from AC power to battery operation,
unplug the AC power cord from its power source. The Battery Power
Mode indicator lights, and the unit continues to operate and maintains the
setpoint.
Yes No
↓ → Test the batteries (refer to procedure 6.3).
NOTE:
After indicating 40°C, the Air Temperature °C display rolls back to
approximately 20.5°C (68.9°F).
b. When the Air Temperature °C display indicates 40°C, release the Up
and Down arrow keys.
NOTE:
During this test, the actual incubator temperature may not necessarily correlate
to the displayed temperature within 1.0°C.
c. Allow the incubator to warm up.
16. Set the set temperature to 38.0°C (100.4°F). The heater comes on.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.1.
17. Wait until the Air Temperature display reaches the setpoint. The Air
Temperature controls at 38.0°C (100.4°F).
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.3.
18. Set the probe simulator air temperature to S1 Short and then S1 Open. The
Sensor alarm activates.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.4.
19. Set the probe simulator air temperature to S2 Short and then S2 Open. The
Sensor alarm activates.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.4.
20. Set the probe simulator skin temperature to Short. The Sensor alarm
activates.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.4.
22. Unless battery charging is required, turn the incubator off by pressing the
Standby switch on the controller and switching the AC Power switch to
the OFF-0 position.
Mechanical Checkout
1. To check the access door latches (A), perform the following:
a. Press the release on the access door latches (A), and ensure that the
access door (B) springs open (see figure 2-1 on page 2-10).
b. Close the access door (B), and check for proper latching.
3. If present, check the monitor shelf (E) (see figure 2-2 on page 2-11):
a. Remove the locking pin (F) from the right-hand side of the monitor
shelf (E).
b. Grasp the tabs of the suction cups (G), and release the suction cups (G).
c. Lift up on the monitor shelf (E).
d. Lower the monitor shelf (E).
e. Install the locking pin (F).
4. To check the front access panels (H) and head end access panel (I), rotate
the panel latches (J), and hang each access panel (H and I) down to the
fully open position (see figure 2-1 on page 2-10).
5. Check the shell latches and hood retainers (K). Ensure that all four shell
latches and hook retainers (K) are properly secured.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental opening of the access panel, fully engage the
access panel latch. Failure to do so could result in infant injury or
equipment damage.
6. To check the head end panel latch (J), close the head end access panel (I),
and rotate the panel latch (J) until it is fully engaged.
WARNING:
A dirty air intake filter may affect the oxygen concentrations or cause
carbon dioxide build-up. Check the air intake filter on a routine basis,
and change it at least every 3 months. Failure to do so could result in
infant injury.
c. If the air intake filter (N) is visibly dirty, replace it.
c. Monitor the levels within the hood to verify that they reach the
predicted level as indicated on the Oxygen Concentration Guide
located on the front lower left-hand side of the hood.
Final Actions
1. Complete the required preventive maintenance procedures. See
“Preventive Maintenance Checklist” on page 6-16.
2. Connect the Fluke® Model 8087 DVM between pin 3 on U4 (C) and GND
on the power P.C. board (D). The voltage is +5V DC.
Yes No
↓ → Check D19 (E) and U4 (C). If necessary, replace the power P.C.
board (D) (refer to procedure 4.9). If this solves the problem, go
to “Final Actions” on page 2-13. Otherwise, go to step 3.
3. K2 (F) energizes.
Yes No
↓ → Check U3A (G), Q12 (H), and Q13 (I). If necessary, replace the
power P.C. board (D) (refer to procedure 4.9). If this solves the
problem, go to “Final Actions” on page 2-13. Otherwise, go to
step 4.
6. Connect the Fluke® Model 8087 DVM between pin 3 on VR1 (J) and
GND on the power P.C. board (D). The voltage is +12V DC.
Yes No
↓ → Check VR1 (J). If necessary, replace the power P.C. board (D)
(refer to procedure 4.9). If this solves the problem, go to “Final
Actions” on page 2-13. Otherwise, go to step 7.
12. Check Q8 (U), Q19 (V), and Q7 (W). If necessary, replace the power P.C.
board (D) (refer to procedure 4.9).This solves the problem.
Yes No
↓ → Perform a continuity check on the 12V heater. If this solves the
problem, go to “Final Actions” on page 2-13. Otherwise, call
Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720.
17. Check Q8 (U), Q19 (V), Q21 (Z), and Q6 (AA). If necessary, replace the
power P.C. board (D) (refer to procedure 4.9). This solves the problem.
Yes No
↓ → Perform a continuity check on the 28V heater.
23. Check Q18 (AB) and K3 (AC). This solves the problem.
Yes No
↓ → For assistance, call Hill-Rom Technical Support at
(800) 445-3720.
NOTE:
The Auto-Test cycle lasts for approximately 7 seconds. Therefore, you may
have to turn the unit on and off several times to complete the following actions.
6. Replace the controller P.C. board (refer to procedure 4.8). This solves the
problem.
Yes No
↓ → For assistance, call Hill-Rom Technical Support at
(800) 445-3720.
3. Set the set temperature to 38.0°C (100.4°F). The heater comes on.
Yes No
↓ → Go to RAP 2.1. If this solves the problem, go to “Final Actions”
on page 2-13. Otherwise, go to step 4.
4. Wait until the Air Temperature display reaches the setpoint. The Air
Temperature controls at 38.0°C (100.4°F).
Yes No
↓ → Replace the air temperature probe. If this solves the problem, go
to “Final Actions” on page 2-13. Otherwise, go to step 5.
5. Replace the controller P.C. board (refer to procedure 4.8). This solves the
problem.
Yes No
↓ → For assistance, call Hill-Rom Technical Support at
(800) 445-3720.
2. Replace the controller P.C. board (refer to procedure 4.8). This solves the
problem.
Yes No
↓ → For assistance, call Hill-Rom Technical Support at
(800) 445-3720.
NOTE:
After indicating 40°C, the Air Temperature °C display rolls back to
approximately 20.5°C (68.9°F).
b. When the Air Temperature °C display indicates 40°C, release the Up
and Down arrow keys.
NOTE:
During this test, the actual incubator temperature may not necessarily correlate
to the displayed temperature within 1.0°C.
c. Allow the incubator to warm up.
When the displayed incubator temperature is 38.9°C ± 0.5°C, the High
Temperature alarm activates: The High Temp indicator flashes, an
intermittent tone sounds, and the heater and Heater Power indicators turn
off.
Yes No
↓ → Replace the controller P.C. board (refer to procedure 4.8). If this
solves the problem, go to “Final Actions” on page 2-13.
Otherwise, call Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720
for assistance.
Chapter Contents
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6
Detailed Circuit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6
Input Power Circuit Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6
3
Power Source Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 8
Battery Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 9
Heater Drivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10
Switching Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10
Fault Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11
Exam Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11
Feed-Through Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11
Controller P.C. Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 12
Power On/Off Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 12
Skin Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 13
Air-Temperature-Monitoring Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 14
Setpoint Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16
Air-Temperature-Controlling Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 19
Clock and Timing Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20
Alarms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22
Alarm Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 26
Auto-Test Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 27
NOTES:
Electrical System
Theory of Operation
A forced air circulating system controls temperature, humidity, and oxygen
concentration. A motor-driven impeller draws a controlled amount of room air
through the air/oxygen intake filter. To maintain the total gas intake, including
oxygen, at the same level, supplemental oxygen, introduced through the
oxygen inlet connector on the left-hand side of the unit, displaces a portion of
room air. Since the impeller/filter characteristics control the amount of room
air and the flow meter setting controls the amount of oxygen, predictable
oxygen concentration is attainable. However, use of an FiO2 monitor is
recommended.
In addition to drawing fresh, filtered air into the incubator, the impeller
provides an internal recirculation at a much greater flow than that of the fresh
gas inflow. The air is directed over the humidity sponge for humidification.
When the access panel of the hood is closed, the air enters the infant
compartment up through the slots at the right-hand end of the housing. After
circulating within the infant compartment, the air then circulates down the left-
hand end of the housing, past the temperature sensing probe, and back to the
impeller.
The Transport Incubator operates from one of three power sources. Power is
selected in the following priority sequence:
• External AC power
• External 12V DC or 28V DC power
• Internal batteries
The batteries can charge only when the unit operates from an external AC
power source.
Electronic circuits on the power P.C. board monitor the voltage level of each of
the possible power sources and determine priority.
Power from the AC mains goes through the AC receptacle on the power
chassis front panel. From there, the power is distributed through the power
chassis. First, it connects to the circuit breakers; on the 220V model, there are
two 4 A breakers; on the 110V model, there are two 6 A breakers. (The power
supply has an auto-ranging input that accepts any voltage from 90V to 264V.
However, due to regulatory requirements, two sets of breakers are required,
and hence two models.) From there, the AC mains voltage connects to the
input of a 225 W switching power supply. The power supply converts the AC
mains to 15V DC, and the 15V DC connects to the power P.C. board through
connector J2.
From J2, the 15V DC goes through diode D19 to the input of the 5V regulator,
U4. This regulator provides power for all of the input-level, detector circuits on
the power P.C. board. These circuits choose which power source is used. For 3
the AC mains input, a Schmitt trigger circuit consisting of comparator U3A
and its surrounding circuitry monitors the 15V output of the power supply. If
the 15V is above the cutout threshold of approximately 13V, the relay K2
energizes, and power from the AC mains, through the 15V power supply,
powers the Transport Incubator. 12V is applied to the wiper contact of K2,
signal V1228, which supplies power to the on-board switching power supply
and the heater.
If a fault occurs, and the voltage falls below 13V, the relay K2 de-energizes,
and power reverts to the external DC power source or internal battery,
depending on which is present.
An external DC power source can power the unit. The power enters the
Transport Incubator through the round connector on the power chassis front
plate, and from there it connects to the power P.C. board through the connector
J3. There are two acceptable voltage levels, 12V DC and 28V DC.
DC 12V/28V Discriminator
Internal Batteries
The internal batteries are contained in a separate chassis, and connect to the
power P.C. board through connector J9. From there, the circuit passes through
circuit breaker CB2, and then goes on to the normally closed contact of relay
K2. The circuit also connects to the output of the battery charging circuit at the
cathode of D12.
Since there are three possible power input sources, circuitry controls or
automatically selects which source powers the unit.
Power from one of the three input sources is directed to the following two
separate circuits:
• The heater circuit
• The input from the 6V switcher that powers the controller P.C. board
AC power has priority over all other sources. If AC power is present, and the
main switch is turned on, 15V DC is available at pins 1 and 2 of J2. The
schematic name for this signal is VACDC. If VACDC is above 13V, the level
detecting circuit included around U3A turns on transistor Q13, and thus
activates K2. This connects the arm of K2 to VACDC only. As long as K2 is
activated, all other power sources, even if present and activated, are locked out.
The arm of K2, pin 30, which is signal V1228, represents the entry point for
power to the rest of the unit. This point is the source to the heater and 6V
switcher.
If both AC power and external DC power are not present, both relays K1 and
K2 deactivate, and V1228 connects to the battery.
Battery Charger
The circuitry of the controller P.C. board’s Battery Status light uses transistor
Q22 to disable the charger, so that the presence or absence of a battery can be
detected.
Heater Drivers
Power Hexfets
Transistors Q6 and Q7 are used to apply power to the heaters. Q6 drives the
higher resistance element, while Q7 drives the lower. The pulse-width
modulated heater control signal, HCTRL, applies to the gates of Q6 and Q7
indirectly through C8 and C19. When HCTRL goes high, C8 turns on, C19
turns off, D7 and D8 are reverse-biased, and the gates of Q6 and Q7 rise to 6V
through R9 and R10, respectively.
Q6 and Q7 may not be used at the same time, depending on which power
source is used. For AC mains source, signal SHDNM is high, Q21 is high, and
Q6 disables, thereby enabling the lower heater resistance to be used. If external
12V DC or the battery is the source, both Q6 and Q7 are used. If external 28V
DC is used, the over-16 signal, NOVR16, activates, and only Q6 is used.
Regardless of the input voltage source, all input voltages are presented to the
input of the 6V switcher and the heater at pin 30 of relay K2. This voltage
powers the fan, lights, and, in conjunction with VR1, the controller P.C. board.
VR1 is a step-up switching power supply used to generate 12V for operational
amplifier operation.
6V
The 6V switching power supply consists of U1, Q2, Q3, and the associated
circuitry. This is a DC-to-DC buck converter that takes any voltage from 6V to
30V and converts it to 6V DC at a maximum of 5 A.
12V
VR1 is a self-contained switching regulator that takes its input from the output
of the 6V supply and generates 12V at 250 mA.
Fault Protection
Circuit Breakers
Both the external DC power source and the battery have 15 A circuit breakers,
CB1 and CB2 respectively. These breakers protect against downstream faults.
D13 protects against reverse battery connection.
Since the DC power supply associated with the AC mains supply has internal
fault protection, the VACDC signal has no circuit breaker.
Reverse Voltage
Safety Relay
After a power source is selected by the front end of the power P.C. board,
power passes on to the heaters through safety relay K3. Q18 and the control
signal HDSBL controls the activation of K3’s coil. Under normal operation,
K3 activates, and thus the V1228 power connects to pin 1 of the heater
connector J4. Under fault conditions, HDSBL goes low, and the cutoff drive to
the safety relay K3 and power to the heater are interrupted.
Fan Sense
A series current sense resistor, R7, is used to determine motor current. The
voltage on this resistor is proportional to fan motor current and is sent to the
controller P.C. board for the fan motor alarm circuit.
Exam Lights
The 6V switching power supply on the power P.C. board powers the exam
lights. Connector J8 makes this power available.
Feed-Through Connections
For some signals, the power P.C. board is used as a conduit for the following
sensor signals going to the controller P.C. board:
• For the skin probe, signals J5, SPR8, and SPRET
• For the air probe, signals J6, AMONPB, PRBRET, and ACTRPB
The controller P.C. board performs the following functions for the incubator:
• Measures the skin temperature
• Measures and controls the incubator’s air temperature
• Monitors, indicates, and displays alarms
• Charges the battery
• Indicates the battery level
• Indicates the battery status
On/Off Switch
The controller P.C. board turns on through the push-button switch, S6, and
turns off through S7. The operation of the power on/off circuit is as follows:
• The on/off function centers around the latching relay K1.
• Signal NPWRON controls power to the controller P.C. board and controls
the 6V switching power supply on the power P.C. board. A resistor pulls
this signal up to 5V. When the unit is off, NPWRON pulls up because it is
connected to the open contact pin 4 of K1.
• The charge built-up on capacitor C22 powers K1. Whenever any of the
four possible power sources are active, this has 5V on it. Regardless of the
voltage at V1228, current through R46 generates 5.1V at Zener CR5, and
hence capacitor 22µF.
• When the On switch, S6, is pressed, the 5.1V at CPVRR appears on the
gate of Q12, turning it on and supplying power to K1’s “latch-on” coil.
This connects pin 4 to the ground through pin 3, grounding NPVMON, and
turns on the switching power supply, and powers up the controller P.C.
board, applying 6V and 12V.
Regulators
The 6V and 12V supplies apply to three linear regulators that supply voltages
for circuit functions. Regulator VR1 takes the 6V supply and drops it 5.0V to
power the digital logic and the digital displays. VR3 drops the 12V supply
down to 8V to run the control pulse width circuit. Voltage V1 powers the audio
alarm circuit centering on U4. This voltage is derived from the 12V input and
drops to about 10.8V through diodes D14 and D13. VR2 generates another 5V
source, V2, from 12V to power the setpoint retention circuit. This voltage is
available even when the unit is turned off because it is the diode with the 7.2V
battery connected to J1.
Skin Temperature
Probe
The skin sensor probe measures the temperature of whatever its probe end is
attached to. The thermistor forms parts of a triangular circuit consisting of
R69, R128, and RT6.
Signal Amplifier
The operational amplifier U46A amplifies the bridge output voltage. This
amplifier provides gain and linearization for the thermistor probe’s output.
Nominal range of the output voltage is 2V to 4V for a 20°C (68°F) to 40°C
(104°F) temperature range. This corresponds to a sensitivity of 100 millivolts
(mV)/°C.
during the Auto-Test cycle at power-up. RT4 and RT5 allow zero and gain
adjustment for A/D converter calibration.
Pin 6 of the A/D converter is the “hold” input which, if biased properly, holds
the display reading to the last converted number. Diodes D1 and D2 provide
this 1.2V bias voltage. NOR gate U5A pin 3 provides control over the “hold”
mode. This input eliminates display flickering when the temperature is at a
transition point. Output U5-3, NCONVT, is normally high, keeping the A/D
converter in the “hold” mode. Every few seconds, a pulse provided through
C17 forces U5-3 low and updates the A/D converter temperature information.
The C17 and R20 time-constant determines the duration of this pulse.
When the display indicates the setpoint temperature, this “hold” mode must be
overridden to provide fast response during the temperature setting operation.
Components D17, R18, and C16 control of “hold” input during the setpoint
temperature mode. When the setpoint temperature is displayed, the anode of
D17 goes high, forcing U5-3 low. This puts the A/D converter into the fast-
conversion mode to allow the setting of the temperature. R18 and C16 provide
a delay after the anode of D17 goes low again. This delay keeps U5-3 low,
allows time for the analog switches to change, and allows time for the A/D
converter to convert the hood temperature and display it. This is preferred
rather than holding the control temperature on the display for a few seconds
before the hood temperature is again displayed.
Calibration Check
Air-Temperature-Monitoring Circuitry
Probe
Bridge
Amplifier
The bridge amplifier U49A amplifies the bridge output voltage. This amplifier
provides gain and linearization for the thermistor probe’s output. Nominal
range of output voltage is 2V to 4V for a 20°C (68°F) to 40°C (104°F)
temperature range. This corresponds to a sensitivity of 100 mV/°C.
The A/D converter, U26, and displays, DS13 through DS15, have a dual-use.
In the normal mode, the display shows the air temperature in the hood. In the
setpoint mode, the display shows the current setpoint temperature. A two-input
multiplexer to the input of the A/D converter determines which parameter is
displayed. This multiplexer is constructed by combining the outputs of two
gates of analog switch U28 and connecting the combined output to the input of
the A/D converter, U26. 3
The input to on-gate, U28D-8, is the temperature data from the bridge
amplifier, U49-1, whose schematic name is AMONT.
The input to the other gate, U28A-2, is the setpoint voltage from the output of
the digital/analog (D/A) converter, U46B-7, whose schematic name is VSET.
The outputs of the read/set logic contained in the programmable logic chip,
U44, determines the control of these gates.
The A/D converter, U26, is a CA3162 that combines the A/D function with a
multiplexed display driver output. Because the A/D converter only operates for
input voltage from 0 mV to 99 mV, the input voltage to the A/D converter is
attenuated by a factor of 10 through the resistor divider combination of R69
and R70. The capacitor C38 filters the A/D converter voltage for stable display
readings.
The analog switch, U36, provides the display lamp test function during the
Auto-Test cycle at power-up.
For calibrating the A/D converter, the potentiometer, RT12, controls the zero,
and RT11 controls the gain.
Pin 6 of the A/D converter is the “hold” input which, if biased properly, holds
the display reading of the last converted number. Diodes D1 and D2 provide
this 1.2V bias voltage. The NOR gate signal, U5A-3, provides control over the
“hold” mode. This input eliminates display flickering when the temperature is
at a transition point. The output U5A-3 is normally high, keeping the A/D
converter in the “hold” mode. Every few seconds, a pulse goes through C17,
which forces U5A-3 low and updates the A/D converter’s temperature
information. The C17 and R20 time constant determines the duration of this
pulse.
When the display indicates the setpoint temperature, this “hold” mode must be
overridden to provide a fast response during the temperature setting operation.
During the setpoint mode, the components D17, R48, and C16 control the
“hold” input. When the setpoint temperature is displayed, the anode of D17
goes high, forcing U5A-3 low. This puts the A/D converter into Fast-
Conversion Mode to allow the setting of the temperature. R18 and C16 provide
a delay after the anode of D17 goes low again. This delay keeps U5A-3 low
long enough to allow for the analog switches to settle and the A/D converter to
convert the hood temperature and display it. This is preferred rather than
holding the control temperature on the display for a few seconds before the
hood temperature is again displayed.
Offset
To compensate for temperature gradients between the sensor’s location and the
mattress center, the air temperature displayed on the front panel is calibrated
with a 1.5°C offset. The temperature of the mattress center is 1.5°C higher than
the temperature at the tip of the air probe. Therefore, the resistance
corresponding to 34.5°C (94.1°F) is placed in the air monitor probe, and the
display is then calibrated to 36.0°C (96.8°F).
Setpoint Circuitry
The read/set logic, U44, selects the temperature shown on the digital display.
In its normal state, the latch selects the hood temperature displayed by keeping
U44-16 high. The control temperature is displayed on demand either during the
Auto-Test cycle or by pressing the Set Temp switch, S4.
The control temperature is displayed until a low level at U44-8, RX2, resets the
latch. This happens at power-up through the RESET signal at U5C-8 and by
the other input, U5B-4, when it goes high approximately 14 seconds after you
press the Set Temp switch, S4, or when the switches S2 or S3 are released.
Setpoint Voltage
The output of the temperature setpoint circuit is biased to provide the same
output range as the bridge amplifier.
This voltage establishes the reference temperature for the temperature control
circuitry.
The Set Temp switch, S4, and the increase and decrease switches, S2 and S3,
provide control over this circuit. These switches work in conjunction with the
control and limit circuitry, U44, to establish the incubator’s control
temperature.
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The R/2R ladder network, RN3, converts the binary output of the presettable
up/down counter to an analog voltage. U48A buffers the output of the ladder
network so as not to load the relatively high impedance output of RN3. The
voltage at U48-1 ranges from 0V to 5V for counter outputs of binary 0 to
binary 512. U30 and U31 form an 8-bit binary counter. Flip-flop U37A adds a
ninth bit for better resolution. These nine bits give the following resolution:
TMAX – TmrN
Resolution = -------------------------------------
9
2
40° – 20 ( 40 )°
Resolution = ----------------------------------
512
0.39°C
Resolution = -----------------
BIT
All three inputs must be high in order to enable the counters. Thus, pressing
either increase or decrease switch does not change the setpoint temperature
unless the read/set latch is set by pressing the Set Temp switch, S4, first. For
the case where the assume limit circuit output is high, operate the setpoint as
follows:
1. Change the setpoint temperature by pressing the Set Temp switch, S4. A
timer begins, the Setpoint indicator, DS6, lights, and the Air
Temperature display shows the setpoint temperature.
2. The timer times out, and the display automatically reverts to indicating the
hood temperature after about 15 seconds.
3. If, after pressing S4, you want to change the setpoint temperature, press
either S2 or S3, and hold until the desired setpoint temperature is indicated
on the display.
The comparators U42-A and U42-B monitor the D/A converter output voltage
at U48-A. RT2 is set to obtain a maximum control temperature limit of 38.0°C
(100.4°F) while the voltage at U48B-8 is chosen to provide a minimum
setpoint of about 22.0°C (71.6°F). When either of these extremes is reached,
logic in U44 goes active, disabling the counter through NTENI. The signals L1
and L2 internal to U44 force the state so that if a limit is reached, the direction
of the count may reverse.
Air-Temperature-Controlling Circuitry 3
Probe
The probe is a dual-thermistor type. Both thermistors are identical. One is used
for monitoring, and the other for controlling.
For air temperature control, the other sensor in the air temperature probe is
used. Sensor 2TR1-b of the dual-thermistor probe measures the incubator hood
temperature and forms parts of a bridge circuit consisting of R60, R61, R124,
R127, and RT8.
Amplifier
The bridge amplifier, U49B, amplifies the bridge output voltage. This
amplifier provides the gain and linearization for the thermistor probe’s output.
The nominal range of output voltage is 2V AC to 4V AC for a 20°C (68°F) to
40°C (104°F) temperature range. This corresponds to a sensitivity of 100
mV/°C.
Error Amplifier
The output from this amplifier provides the input to the power control circuit
and the Heater power indicator circuitry.
The 5V/°C output sensitivity, VERR, from the differential amplifier, U47A-1,
provides the input for the power control circuit at U2-5. This circuit consists of
a 555 timer configured as a pulse-width modulator that provides an output duty
cycle proportional to the voltage at its input. Components R114 through R117
and Q22 form a constant current source to charge the capacitor C42 linearly.
This provides an output duty cycle that is linearly proportional to the input
control voltage. The U33 output, pin 3, is set high by the trigger pulse
occurring approximately every 160 milliseconds at U33-2. The output remains
high until the voltage at U33-6 equals the control voltage at U33-5. At that
time, U33-3 goes low, and C42 discharges. The output stays low until the
trigger pulse at U33-2 forces it high again. When the output is high, the heater
energizes.
TRGP-U6D-11 provides trigger pulses and provides a means to shut down the
heater power if the High Temp alarm activates. When the High Temp alarm
activates, U6D-11 goes high and holds U33-2 and -4 low. This keeps the
output in the low state and disables the heater.
The High Temp and Heater Temp alarms set HDSBL, U15-22, low, shuts off
the relay K3 on the power P.C. board, and removes power from the heater.
The fundamental clock for all timing is the 150 Hz Complementary Metal-
Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) clock composed of U7C, U7D, RT1, R5, and
C10. This clock supplies the input to the clock divider circuit, U3. All delay
and timing signals derive from either the 150 Hz nominal clock oscillator or
the divider U3.
When an alarm condition occurs, the clock divider, U3, resets so the delay for
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the alarm’s clock signal delay is a low transition at U5D-11. This creates a
reset pulse, RST, at U11A-9 until the RC circuit of C12, R9, and R10 charges.
When U3-15, SECT, goes high after 7 seconds, U8A generates a 0.4-second
low pulse that clocks U9B through U12C, providing a clock pulse to the alarm
latches in U44.
Alarms
High Temp
Heater Temp
If the heater becomes disconnected, signal NOHEAT goes low. Through the
inverter circuit, Q14, R66, R55, and R57, the signal OVRH goes high at pin 9
of U15. The logic in U15 then sets pin 20, NHTRT, low. This signal connects
to U13, and a low activates the Heater Temp alarm.
If the heater driver circuitry is not working properly, the logic is more
complicated. The logic in U15 looks at both the heater driver control signal,
DHC7RL, and a feedback signal, HFB, from the power P.C. board driver
circuit. If the two signals are inverted and in phase, the heater is assumed to
operate properly, and no alarm is generated. If some problem exists in the
heater drive circuit, the two signals become out of phase, generating an error
signal at U15-14. R200 and C66 filter this signal, and it is fed back into U15-
15. If this signal goes high, signal NHTRT goes low, and the Heater Temp
alarm activates.
DHCTRL is the normal heater control signal, HCTRL, reduced by the R198,
R199 divider to keep it from exceeding the U15 input voltage limit.
Sensor
If the air temperature sensor opens or shorts, or if the skin sensor shorts, the
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Sensor alarm is generated. The steering diodes, CRA1A through CRA1E, and
the window comparator, composed of the comparators U34B and U34C and
their associated circuitry, accomplish this. Information about the state of the
probes is obtained from the output of their respective bridge amplifiers and, in
effect, wire OR’ed through the diodes CRA1A through CRA1E. If a sensor is
shorted, its bridge output goes high. This causes the comparator, U34B, pin 1,
to go low, and, through inversions in U17F, U39B, and U17D, the signal
SENSOR goes high. This signal connects to the alarm logic PAL, U13, where
a high generates a Sensor alarm. A similar situation occurs when a sensor is
open, except that the comparator, U34C, goes low. This alarm may be silenced
for 5 minutes by pressing the Silence/Reset key, but the alarm cannot be
cleared until the fault is corrected. The alarm sounds about 0.5 seconds every
14 seconds.
Low DC
If the unit operates from either an external DC power source or a battery, and
the voltage goes below 10.5V DC or, for the 28V model, 25.5V DC, the Low
DC alarm occurs. A dual set of window comparators, U43A and U43B for 28V
or U34C and U34D for 12V, detects this low DC. The outputs of these
comparators are wire OR’ed, and the combined outputs of each is diode OR’ed
by D4 and D5 to generate the signal NLODC. This signal connects to the alarm
PAL U13. Under normal operation, the outputs of the comparators are high,
and hence NLODC is high. If a voltage goes out of its range, NLODC goes
low, and U13 flashes the sensor alarm LED, DS2, and sounds the alarm. The
alarm sounds about 0.5 seconds every 14 seconds.
Airflow
The airflow circuit cannot detect an obstruction in the airflow path unless it
blocks the spinning of the impeller.
The detection circuit consists of a motor current sense resistor on the power
P.C. board, an integrator amplifier, U47B, and a window comparator, U42C
and U42D. A one Ω resistor is placed on the power P.C. board in series with
the fan motor. The voltage on this resistor is proportional to the current in the
motor. Under normal operating conditions, a small AC signal appears across
the resistor. U47B amplifies this signal, converts it to DC, and then feeds it to
the input of the window comparators, U42C and U42D. Under normal
operating conditions, the voltage is within the range, and the output of the
comparators, signal NAFLOW, is high.
If the motor impeller is missing, the current in the sense resistor decreases as
does the voltage into the comparators. This puts the input to the comparators
out of the window, and U42D pulls NAFLOW low. NAFLOW connects to the
input of the alarm PAL, U13, and, hence, the indicator DS11 flashes, and an
alarm sounds.
If the impeller is blocked, the current through the sense resistor increases. In
this case, U42C-14 goes low, and the alarm circuits activate. To silence this
alarm for 5 minutes, press the Alarm/Silence key; however, it cannot be
cleared until the fault is corrected.
Power Failure
In the first failure mode, the alarm circuitry consists of Q1, R2, R29, D9, and
D10. Q3 acts as a comparator, and compares its base voltage to its emitter
voltage. When the incubator power, AC, DC, or battery, is present, the Power
Failure alarm battery, connected at J1, charges through the resistor R29 and
the diodes D9 and D10. The relay K1 connects R2 to ground through the pins 7
and 8, and provides a base current for Q1 in the event of a power failure. If the
incubator power fails, D10 becomes reversed-biased, and R2 turns on Q1. Q1’s
collector then provides the supply voltage, V1, to the audible alarm, and lights
the Power Failure indicator, DS5. The audible alarm energizes due to the
disappearance of the +5V logic power supply. To silence the Power Failure
alarm, press the controller’s Standby switch, S7, to reset the power latch and
turn off Q1 through R2.
In the second failure mode, the signals NACON and NVEDC going into U14
monitor the state of the AC mains and the external DC. The logic internal to
U14 monitors these two signals, and when both are inactive, the output U14-15
makes a positive transition from low to high, clocking a high into the flip-flop
U9A, and setting its output, PLOSS, to a high. This signal connects to the input
of alarm PAL, U13, and when high, it activates the Power Loss alarm circuit.
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The output NPFAO, U13-19, goes low, setting the signal NPFA low through
U2B-5. This signal pulls the R29/D10 junction to the ground, and removes the
reverse-bias from the transistor, Q1. Q1 turns on through R2 and powers the
indicator, DS5. The audible alarm enables through U13-21 and U13-22. To
reset this alarm, press the Silence/Reset key.
The following four programmable logic integrated circuits contain most of the
logic of the controller P.C. board:
• U44
• U13
• U14
• U15
Clock
The programmable logic chip, U13, contains most of the alarm logic.
If any alarm condition occurs, the condition latches into an internal register of
U13. However, the alarm condition is not passed to the alarm latches until
U13’s register clock, pin 1, goes high. The circuit containing U9, U12A,
U12C, and U11C derives the clock signal. The U13 clock signal comes from
the Q output, pin 13 of the D flip-flop, U9B. Under normal conditions, the
reset of this register is held active, thus preventing spurious alarm clock
signals. When an alarm condition occurs, the ALARM signal at U12A-1 goes
high, releasing the reset of U9B, allowing the clock signals to generate. This
happens about 7 seconds after an alarm occurs because the clock signal
L14SEC, which is a pulse, occurs every 7 seconds. Due to the momentary
alarm level transitions, this guards against false alarms. If the alarm condition
clears before the 7-second time period, U12A-3 goes high again, and no alarm
sounds. This alarm delay is bypassed during the Auto-Test cycle. Alarms may
be cleared in different manners, depending on the alarm.
Logic
If the alarm condition is still present after the delay, the appropriate alarm latch
of U13 activates, and thus enables the corresponding alarm output of U13, the
corresponding indicator driver of either U2, U20, U21, or U22 and its
associated indicators, DS1 through DS4 and DS11. The alarm indicator drive
signal is gated with a square-wave from the clock circuitry to flash the
indicators at a 1.2 Hz frequency. Information concerning the type of alarm
passes on to the appropriate alarm indicator.
Alarm Indicators
There are the following six bar-type LED indicators, one for each of the
alarms:
• High Temp alarm—DS1
• Heater Temp alarm—DS3
• Sensor alarm—DS2
• Low DC alarm—DS4
• Airflow alarm—DS11
• Power Failure alarm—DS5
Audible Output
The audible alarm circuit consists of U4, D15, D16, R54, and DS12. This
circuit comprises the free-running oscillator whose output drives a buzzer,
DS12. Transistor Q3’s collector controls the state of the oscillator. When it is
low, the oscillator is off, and there is no drive to the buzzer. When it is high,
the oscillator runs, the drive to the buzzer enables, and the tone sounds. The
basic drive signal NBUZZ controls the state of the Q3 collector. The NBUZZ
signal is an output from the buzzer control PAL, U15. During the Auto-Test
function, the alarm is disabled.
The audible alarm also enables momentarily when the Set Temp switch, S3, is
pressed, alerting the user that the setpoint temperature is being displayed on the
digital display. This is done on the leading edge of the read/set latch transition
to U44. The alarm enables for about 53 milliseconds.
Switch S5 performs both the alarm reset and the alarm silence functions. The
logic for the alarm function is contained in PAL, U44. The alarm latches reset
after the Auto-Test cycle and at power-up. If the alarm condition is cleared, the
latches reset when S5 is pressed. If the alarm condition still exists, the reset
occurs. However, if the alarm condition is either the Sensor, Low DC, or
Airflow alarm, it may be silenced for about 5 minutes through the alarm
silence circuitry in PAL, U14. The timer is non-resettable, and it cannot
reactivate until the 5-minute time period elapses.
The timer is held disabled as long as no alarm is present, and enables when an
alarm occurs. 3
Auto-Test Function
The Auto-Test cycle begins when power is first applied to the control panel.
For the Auto-Test cycle, refer to table 3-1 on page 3-27.
C9, R3, U7A, and U7B provide a power-up signal. This power-up pulse
initiates the following functions:
• Through U15, it prevents the High Temp alarm from blanking the Heater
Power indicator.
• It lights all of the Heater Power indicators.
• It disables the audible alarm through R110.
• It activates U13 through U15 and Q24, providing the alarm test functions at
power-up.
When U3-15 goes high after about 7 seconds, the Auto-Test latch resets
through U8A. When this occurs, the Alarm Test switches disable, and the
mono-stable in U44 is triggered. The logic in U44 sets the read/set latch to Set
Mode, enabling DS6, and displaying the 36.0°C (96.8°F) nominal power-up
temperature setpoint on the Temperature display.
The U44-16 output, NSETP, provides a reset signal to the counter, U3, through
U11A. The alarm latches reset through U13.
The read/set latch remains in this state until U11B-6 goes low in about 14
seconds, resetting the latch through U5C-10. When this occurs, the Auto-Test
cycle completes, and the Temperature display reverts to normal operation,
indicating the hood temperature.
During the Auto-Test cycle, the analog switches, U28, the transistors, Q2 and
Q24, and the integrated circuits, U13 through U15 and U44, test the alarm
circuitry. When three circuits enable during the Auto-Test function, they
simulate the alarm conditions and activate all alarm circuits.
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Removal
1. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws (A), lockwashers
(B), and flat washers (C) that secure the control panel assembly (D) to the
underside of the base assembly (E) (see figure 4-1 on page 4-3).
2. Support the control panel assembly (D) with one hand, and use a phillips
head screwdriver to remove the screw (F) that secures it to the front of the
base assembly (E).
3. Remove the control panel assembly (D) from the base assembly (E).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
Removal
1. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws (A) that secure
the front upper plate (B) to the power chassis (C) (see figure 4-2 on page
4-4).
2. Disconnect the external DC cable assembly (D), the skin probe cable
assembly (E), the power switch cable assembly (F), and the two circuit
breakers (J) located behind the front upper plate (B).
3. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the screw (G) and the spiral
lockwasher (H) from the bottom center of the power chassis (C) (see figure
4-3 on page 4-5).
Removal
SHOCK HAZARD:
To prevent damage to the equipment, remove all power from the unit.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
1. Set the Power switch on the power chassis to the Off-0 position.
4. Completely loosen the retaining screw (A) (see figure 4-4 on page 4-6).
5. Grasp the handle (B), and very slowly pull the battery tray (C) out
approximately 15 cm (6").
WARNING:
During removal and replacement, support the battery tray, and avoid
pinch points. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
6. Position a hand on each side of the battery tray (C) as close as possible to
the incubator (D) (see figure 4-5 on page 4-7).
7. Slowly remove the battery tray (C) from the incubator (D).
NOTE:
With two batteries installed, the battery tray weighs approximately 22.7 kg
(50.0 lb).
8. Place the battery tray (C) on a surface that supports its weight.
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
4.4 Battery
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Removal
1. Remove the battery tray (A) (refer to procedure 4.3) (see figure 4-6 on page
4-9).
2. Loosen the retaining thumbscrew that secures the battery clamp (B) to the
battery tray (A).
3. Raise the rear end of the battery clamp (B) until it unhooks from the front
of the battery tray (A).
4. Using the phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws (C) and hex
nuts (D) that secure the red and black leads to the battery (E).
5. Disconnect the red and black leads from the battery (E).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Perform the maintenance procedure for the battery (F) (refer to procedure
6.3)
Removal
1. Remove the hood (A) and upper shell (B) from the incubator (C) (see
figure 4-7 on page 4-12).
4. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the two ¾" screws (F), 5/8"
screws (G), lockwashers (H), and flat washers (I) that secure the heater
assembly (J) to the tank support (K) and base molding (L) (see figure 4-8
on page 4-13).
5. Remove the heater assembly (J) from the incubator (C) (see figure 4-7 on
page 4-12).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order. 4
2. To ensure proper operation of the Transport Incubator, perform the
“Function Checks and General Operation Checkout” on page 2-4.
4.6 Thermostat
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver
Removal
1. Remove the heater assembly (A) (refer to procedure 4.5) (see figure 4-9 on
page 4-14).
3. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws (C) and
lockwashers (D) that secure the thermostat (B) to the heater assembly (A).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
Removal
1. Remove the hood (A) and upper shell (B) from the base assembly (C) (see
figure 4-11 on page 4-16).
4. Remove the adhesive-backed, motor, dust cover (F), and discard (see figure
4-10 on page 4-15).
5. Using a screwdriver, remove the four #6-32 flat head screws (G) that
secure the round motor mounting plate (H) to the fan motor (I).
6. Remove the fan motor (I) through the opening in the base assembly (C),
and discard.
Replacement
1. Install the fan motor (I) through the opening in the base assembly (C) (see
figure 4-10 on page 4-15).
2. Using a screwdriver, install the four #6-32 flat head screws (G) that secure
the round motor mounting plate (H) to the fan motor (I).
3. Install the adhesive-backed, motor, dust cover (F) over the opening (L).
4. Install the power chassis (D) into the base assembly (C) (refer to procedure
4.2) (see figure 4-11 on page 4-16).
5. Connect the red lead, pin 2, and the gray lead, pin 1, of the plug P7 from
the fan motor (I) (see figure 4-10 on page 4-15) to the corresponding pins
on connector J7 (M) on the power P.C. board (N) (see figure 4-12 on page
4-17).
CAUTION:
When installing the impeller, do not place excessive axial force on the
motor shaft. Motor bearing damage could occur.
6. Install the impeller (E) onto the motor shaft (K) (see figure 4-11 on page
4-16). Do not place excessive axial force on the motor shaft (K).
10. Assemble the hood (A) and upper shell (B) onto the incubator (C).
Removal
1. Remove the control panel assembly (A) from the unit (refer to procedure
4.1) (see figure 4-13 on page 4-19).
3. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the five screws (C) and five
lockwashers (D) that secure the controller P.C. board (B) to the control
panel assembly (A).
4. Remove the controller P.C. board (B) from the control panel assembly (A)
(see “Component Handling” on page 6-12).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
Removal
1. Remove the power chassis (A) from the unit (refer to procedure 4.2) (see
figure 4-14 on page 4-21).
3. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the four screws (C) that secure
the power P.C. board (B) to the power chassis (A).
4. Remove the power P.C. board (B) from the power chassis (A) (see
“Component Handling” on page 6-12).
Replacement
1. Perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
Chapter Contents
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 3
Service Parts Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 5
Exchange Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7
In-Warranty Exchanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7
Out-of-Warranty Exchanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7
Recommended Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8
Transport Incubator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 10
Base Assembly with Handrail—P/N 67 502 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14
Replacement Outer Hood Assembly—P/N 67 506 70-R and 67 908 60 . . . . . . . 5 - 20
Control Panel Assembly—P/N 67 503 70-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 24
Power Chassis Assembly—P/N 67 407 70-R and 67 407 80-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 26
Battery Tray Assembly—P/N 67 504 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 30
Battery Tray Cable Assembly—P/N 67 504 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 32
Heater Assembly—P/N 67 502 55-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 33
Incandescent Lamp Assembly—P/N 67 505 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 34
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Model HLS-101 Adjustable Stand—P/N 67 090 72 (Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 36
IV Pole Assembly—P/N 67 091 80 (Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40
Accessory Shelf Kit—P/N 67 503 30 and 67 515 00/01/02/03/04/05 and Mount
(Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 42
Controller P.C. Board Assembly (PCB1)—P/N 67 509 71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 46
Power P.C. Board Assembly (PCB2)—P/N 67 508 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 54
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Warranty
HILL-ROM COMPANY, INC.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Hill-Rom Company, Inc. (Hill-Rom) has a long tradition of providing superior products and service to our customer. Our goal
is “Total Customer Satisfaction”. In that spirit, Hill-Rom is proud to offer the following warranty.
GENERAL WARRANTY (APPLICABLE UNLESS A SPECIFIC WARRANTY IS LISTED)
Hill-Rom warrants to the original purchaser that its products and replacement parts shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of delivery. Hill-Rom’s obligation under this warranty is expressly
limited to supplying replacement parts and/or service for, or replacing, at its option, any product which is, in the sole
discretion of Hill-Rom, found to be defective. In addition to the foregoing one year warranty, Hill-Rom warrants to the
original purchaser that the frame and welds on its products will be free from structural defects for the life of the product. Any
product upgrade or modification initiated by Hill-Rom does not affect the original product warranty.
SPECIFIC WARRANTIES
MATTRESS WARRANTIES
Hill-Rom warrants to the original purchaser that its mattress product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of two (2) years from date of delivery. However, electro mechanical mattress components (compressors, valves,
printed circuit boards, hoses, and couplers) are covered by the general one (1) year warranty.
EXPENDABLES WARRANTIES
A sixty (60) day limited warranty from date of delivery applies to expendable parts such as cushions, coverlets, software
diskettes, locator badge batteries, dome light incandescent bulbs, overhead fluorescent tubes, heating elements, temperature
probes, filter sheets, and microspheres. This warranty is limited to replacement of the parts covered.
TO OBTAIN PARTS AND SERVICE
In the United States, call Hill-Rom Technical Support Department at (800) 445-3720, Monday through Friday. In Canada,
call Hill-Rom Technical Support Department at (800) 267-2337, Monday through Friday. Outside the United States and
Canada, call your authorized Hill-Rom Distributor. In order to expedite service, we request you furnish the following
information: customer identification number, product model number, serial number, and description of problem. A qualified
specialist will provide, via telephone (United States and Canada), or FAX (Outside the United States and Canada),
troubleshooting assistance for facility personnel and provide necessary parts to make repairs. If troubleshooting determines
the need for on-site technical service, a qualified service representative will be dispatched. Replacement of non-technical
items will be the responsibility of the customer. If requested by Hill-Rom, products or parts for which a warranty claim is
made shall be returned prepaid to Hill-Rom’s factory.
OUT OF WARRANTY EXCHANGE POLICY
After the expiration of the original warranty, upon request, Hill-Rom will ship as a replacement, components such as selected:
motors and printed circuit boards, for like units returned to Hill-Rom by the original purchaser at a substantial savings. Please
call Hill-Rom Technical Support Department for current pricing.
PARTS AVAILABILITY POLICY
Hill-Rom will offer parts for new and remanufactured products for ten (10) years from date of sale; for communications
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products for five (5) years from date of sale.
Note: Some original component parts and assemblies may not be available; functional equivalents may be substituted.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES
AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS OF PURPOSE. HILL-ROM’S OBLIGATION UNDER THESE
WARRANTIES SHALL NOT INCLUDE ANY LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR DELAYS. Some states, provinces, or countries do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply. Any improper or
negligent use, any alterations or repairs not in accordance with Hill-Rom’s manuals or performed by others in such manner as
in Hill-Rom’s sole judgment affects the product materially and adversely, shall void these warranties. These warranties do not
cover failures due to misuse, abuse, neglect, or lack of routine maintenance. No employee or representative of Hill-Rom is
authorized to change these warranties in any way or grant any other warranty unless in writing and signed by a Hill-Rom
officer. These warranties provide specific legal rights; but, there may be other available rights, which vary from state to state,
province to province, or country to country.
Revised July 6, 2001
Hill-Rom Company, Inc., 1069 State Route 46 E, Batesville, IN 47006-9167
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(812) 934-8472
Terms:
• Net 30 days
• F.O.B. Batesville, IN
• Prepaid shipping charges added to invoice
• All orders shipped UPS ground unless specified
NOTE:
To eliminate possible delays or incorrect billings, do not return any items
without a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. When a return is
requested, an RMA packet is included with each order. This packet includes an
RMA number, instructions, and a shipping label. If an RMA number is not
available, obtain one by phoning Hill-Rom Technical Support at
(800) 445-3720.
Exchange Policy
The following are policies for in-warranty and out-of-warranty exchanges from
Hill-Rom.
In-Warranty Exchanges
In some cases, Hill-Rom will request that parts/products be returned for
inspection. When this occurs, you are expected to return parts/products within
30 days of receipt of the exchange part. If you fail to return the inoperative
parts/products within the 30 day period, Hill-Rom will invoice your facility for
the full selling price of the parts/products.
NOTE:
The preceding billing procedure pertains only to parts/products that Hill-Rom
requests to be returned.
In some cases, the invoice accompanying the parts will show the full selling
price (only for internal use at Hill-Rom). Do not confuse this price with your
price.
Do not return any parts without an RMA number. When parts/products have
been requested to be returned, Hill-Rom will include an RMA packet with the
parts/products shipment. If an RMA number is not available, obtain one by
phoning Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720.
Out-of-Warranty Exchanges
You are expected to return the inoperative parts/products within 30 days of
receipt of the exchange part. Hill-Rom will include an RMA packet with the
parts/products shipment. If an RMA number is not available, obtain one by
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phoning Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720. Hill-Rom will
invoice your facility for the full selling price of the parts/products. Upon return
of the inoperative parts/products, Hill-Rom will issue a credit to your facility
for the difference between the exchange price and the full selling price of
the parts/products.
Transport Incubator
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NOTES:
Figure 5-4. Replacement Outer Hood Assembly—P/N 67 506 70-R and 67 908 60
60
67 502 30
67 501 40
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Label, oxygen administration, English
(not shown)
Label, operating instructions, English
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(not shown)
61 67 503 40 1 Label, warning, hood cleaning, English
(not shown)
a. Loctite® is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation.
Figure 5-6. Power Chassis Assembly—P/N 67 407 70-R and 67 407 80-R
Table 5-6. Power Chassis Assembly—P/N 67 407 70-R and 67 407 80-R
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99 109 41
67 503 15-R
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2
Nut, hex, ¼"-20 keps zinc (for use on the
TI500 Transport Incubator only)
Replacement strap, tie-down, 60.00" long
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(not shown)
15 99 059 05 2 Screw, ¼"-20 x 1¾" cap hex (for use on
the TI500 Transport Incubator only)
16 99 124 16 1 Washer, lock, spiral, #10 (for use on the
TI500 Transport Incubator only)
17 67 503 65 1 Spacer (for use on the TI500 Globe-
Trotter™ Neonatal Transport System
only)
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Chapter Contents
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 3
Steam Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4
Cleaning Hard to Clean Spots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4
Disinfecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4
Disassembly, Cleaning, and Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 8
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10
Component Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 12
P.C. Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 12
Lubrication Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 13
Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 14
Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 15
Preventive Maintenance Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 16
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 17
Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 23
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 24
Tool and Supply Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 30
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Cleaning
SHOCK HAZARD:
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
When performing cleaning and maintenance procedures, ensure that
the oxygen supply to the incubator is turned off and that the incubator is
disconnected from the oxygen supply. A fire and explosion hazard
exists when cleaning and maintaining the incubator in an oxygen-
enriched environment.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Unplug the unit from its power source. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
To disconnect the batteries from the incubator, loosen the battery
compartment fastening knob, and slide the compartment out
approximately 5 cm (2"). Failure to do so could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Do not expose the unit to excessive moisture that would allow for liquid
pooling. Personal injury or equipment damage could occur.
CAUTION:
Do not use harsh cleaners/detergents, such as scouring pads and
heavy duty grease removers, or solvents, such as toluene, xylene, and
acetone. Equipment damage could occur.
If there is no visible soilage with possible body fluids, we recommend that you
clean the unit with a mild detergent and warm water. If disinfection is desired,
you may use a combination cleanser/disinfectant as explained in
“Disinfecting” on page 6-4.
Steam Cleaning
Do not use any steam cleaning device on the unit. Excessive moisture can
damage mechanisms in this unit.
Disinfecting
When there is visible soilage and between patients, we recommend that you
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disinfect the unit with a tuberculocidal disinfectant, such as Kleenaseptic®
Germicidal Cleanser. (For customers in the US, the disinfectant should be
registered with the Environmental Protection Agency.)
Dilute the disinfectant according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Disassembly
1. Remove the access door cuffs (A) and access port gaskets (B) (see figure 6-
1 on page 6-6). Discard the access door cuffs (A).
2. To remove the iris entry port sleeve (C), pull it off the retainer rings (D) of
the port housing (X). Discard the iris entry port sleeves (C).
3. Unlatch the front and head end access panels (E), and open them until they
hang down on the handrail (F) (see figure 6-2 on page 6-7).
4. Grasp the center of each tubing access grommet (G), and remove them
from the access ports.
7. Remove the upper shell (K) by following these steps (see figure 6-2 on
page 6-7):
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a. Remove the humidity sponge (M), and discard.
b. Release and pull back the four shell latches (N) at the head and foot end
of the incubator.
Cleaning
1. Put on the general purpose gloves.
2. Remove all solid wastes and contaminants from the disassembled parts.
See “Cleaning” on page 6-3.
WARNING:
The heater fins may be hot enough to burn. Do not touch the heater fins
until the unit has cooled for at least 30 minutes.
a. Remove any lint from the heater fins (O), fan motor impeller (P), and
air temperature probe (Q) (see figure 6-2 on page 6-7).
b. Wipe the heater fins (O), air temperature probe (Q), fan motor impeller
(P), and adjacent surfaces with a clean cloth or paper towel moistened
with the detergent/disinfectant solution.
c. Allow the heater fins (O), air temperature probe (Q), fan motor
impeller (P), and adjacent surfaces to air dry.
CAUTION:
Do not use alcohol, acetone, or any organic solvents for cleaning. They
could craze the clear acrylic hood.
CAUTION:
Do not expose the hood assembly to direct radiation from germicidal
lamps. Ultraviolet radiation from these sources could crack gaskets,
fade paint, and craze the clear acrylic hood.
a. Using a detergent/disinfectant, thoroughly clean all surfaces of the
hood (L) and adjustable stand assembly, including the inner wall (Z)
and access panels (E) (see figure 6-1 on page 6-6). Clean all holes,
indentations, and baffles.
b. Using a clean cloth or paper towel, dry the hood (L) and adjustable
stand assembly.
7. Clean the tubing access grommets (G) (see figure 6-2 on page 6-7):
a. Using a detergent/disinfectant, thoroughly clean the six tubing access
grommets (G).
b. Rinse the six tubing access grommets (G) with warm water.
c. Using a clean cloth or paper towel, dry the six tubing access grommets
(G).
WARNING:
A dirty air intake filter could affect oxygen concentration or cause
carbon dioxide build-up. Check the air intake filter on a routine basis
commensurate with local conditions. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
9. Do not attempt to clean or reverse the air intake filter (S). If the air intake
filter (S) becomes wet, is visibly dirty, or is older than 3 months, replace it.
Assembly
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the air temperature probe, exercise care when
lowering the upper shell onto the lower shell.
1. Align the air temperature probe (Q) with the hole in the upper shell (K).
2. Secure the four shell latches (N) at the head and foot ends of the incubator.
WARNING:
After cleaning, install the impeller on the motor shaft. Failure to do so
could cause the heater to overheat and become disabled. If the impeller
is installed incorrectly, oxygen and temperature could be adversely
affected. Ensure that the impeller turns freely after installation.
3. Install the fan motor impeller (P) on the motor shaft (T). Ensure that it is
approximately 16 mm (1/16") from the cover and rotates freely.
7. Place the mattress (J), in its cover, in the mattress tray (H).
8. Place the mattress tray (H) on the left end of the upper shell (K), and then
slide it to the right, under the mattress tray retainers (U) until it passes the
mechanical stop (I) and stops at the right end of the upper shell (K).
10. Open the front and head end access panels (E).
11. Install an access port gasket (V) behind each access panel (E) (see figure 6-
1 on page 6-6).
12. Install a new access door cuff (A) onto each access port gasket (B):
a. Stretch the larger diameter elastic band into the groove in the access
port gasket (B).
b. Ensure that the access door cuff (A) has a small opening at its center.
14. To install the tubing access grommets (G), insert them into the slots in the
outer hood (L) (see figure 6-2 on page 6-7).
15. Close and latch the front and head end access panels (E).
17. Install the air intake filter cover (W), and tighten its two thumbscrews.
18. If a new air intake filter (S) is installed, indicate the date on the place
provided on the air intake filter cover (W).
19. Before returning the unit to service, perform “Function Checks and
General Operation Checkout” on page 2-4.
Component Handling
CAUTION:
To prevent component damage, ensure that your hands are clean, and
only handle the P.C. board by its edges.
CAUTION:
When handling electronic components, wear an antistatic strap. Failure
to do so could result in component damage.
CAUTION:
For shipping and storage, place the removed P.C. board in an antistatic
protective bag. Equipment damage can occur.
P.C. Board
When servicing the P.C. board, follow good handling practices. Mishandling a
P.C. board can cause the following:
• P.C. board damage
• Shortened P.C. board life
• Unit malfunctions
Lubrication Requirements
WARNING:
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone-based lubricants. Equipment damage could occur.
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Oilite® bearings and bushings are utilized in several places on the system. By
retaining oil, the pores give a self-lubricating quality to the bearings and
bushings. If any silicone-based lubricant is applied to the bearings and
bushings or anywhere else on the system, this self-lubricating quality is
neutralized.
It is safe to apply the following lubricants to the system (see table 6-1 on page
6-13):
Preventive Maintenance
WARNING:
Only facility-authorized personnel should perform preventive
maintenance on the Transport Incubator. Preventive maintenance
performed by unauthorized personnel could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
Function Procedure
Lower shell Remove lint from the heater fins, fan motor impeller, and air
temperature probe.
Upper shell Inspect the black rubber gasket on the underside of the upper shell for
damage.
Air intake filter Inspect the air intake filter. If it is wet, visibly dirty, or older than 3
months, replace it.
Overall appearance Check the general aesthetics of the incubator.
Inspect the labels, and replace as necessary.
Date
Function
Hill-Rom
Lower shell
Manufacturer
Upper shell
Air intake filter
Overall appearance
Model Number
Serial Number
this Page
Total Cost for
Labor Time:
Repair Cost:
Inspected by:
Remarks:
Applicable
N=Not
O=Okay
Replace
R=Repair or
A=Adjust
C=Clean
L=Lube
Legend
6.2 Installation
Tools required: None
Unpacking
NOTE:
The hood and base assembly and the adjustable stand assembly are shipped in
separate cartons.
CAUTION:
When removing the equipment from the cartons, take care not to
scratch or otherwise damage unprotected surfaces.
2. Remove the equipment from the cartons. Take care not to scratch or
otherwise damage unprotected surfaces.
CAUTION:
Do not release the frame retaining latches or raise the adjustable stand
assembly until the incubator has been installed. Damage to the
adjustable stand assembly could occur.
3. Do not release the frame retaining latches or raise the adjustable stand
assembly until the incubator is installed (see “Assembly” on page 6-17).
Assembly
To install the Transport Incubator onto the accessory adjustable stand
assembly (A), perform the following (see figure 6-3 on page 6-18):
WARNING:
To prevent personal injury, keep fingers clear of moving parts.
1. Install the hood (B) onto the base assembly (C). Ensure that all four hood
retainers (D) secure the hood (B) to the base assembly (C). 6
2. Pull the incubator locking handle (E) to the Unlock position, and hook the
retaining latches (F) of the base assembly (C) to the top frame of the
adjustable stand assembly (A).
WARNING:
Two people should always handle the Transport Incubator. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
3. Position the hood (B) and base assembly (C) on the adjustable stand
assembly (A).
a. Ensure the end access door (G) faces the end of the adjustable stand
assembly (A) with the height adjustment latch (H).
b. Ensure that the base assembly (C) sits firmly on the alignment pins (I).
4. Release the retaining latches of the base assembly (C), and allow the
incubator locking handle (E) to return to the Lock position.
5. Lift up on the base assembly (C) at both ends. Ensure that it is securely
installed on the adjustable stand assembly (A).
NOTE:
The integral gas springs on the adjustable stand assembly assist in supporting
the weight of the incubator.
WARNING:
To ensure incubator stability, fully support the weight of the incubator
until the height adjustment latch firmly locks in the desired position.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
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e. Release the height adjustment latch (H), and continue raising the
adjustable stand assembly (A) slightly until the height adjustment latch
(H) engages with a click.
9. When the adjustable stand assembly (A) is in the lowest position, latch the
frame retaining latches (F) to the lower bar of the adjustable stand
assembly (A).
10. To store the AC power cord and the external DC power cord, neatly wrap
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and hang them on the hand rail (K) using the Velcro® strap.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Before use, check the continuity of the ground between the chassis and
the AC plug grounding pin. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
11. To connect the AC power cord and the external DC power cord to external
power sources, perform the following:
SHOCK HAZARD:
To ensure grounding reliability, plug the AC power cord only into a
properly grounded, three-wire, hospital-grade or hospital-use outlet of
the proper voltage and frequency. Do not use extension cords.
Personal injury or equipment damage could occur.
a. Plug the AC power cord into an appropriate power source.
SHOCK HAZARD:
For adequate external DC voltage, do not use a cigarette lighter as the
terminal point. Ensure that the ambulance wiring leading to the terminal
point is at least 10 gauge and as short as possible. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
b. Using the accessory external DC power cord adapter, plug the external
DC power cord into the transporting vehicle (see figure 6-4 on page
6-21).
WARNING:
If the gas is released rapidly due to damage or another cause,
compressed gas cylinders, such as oxygen cylinders, can become
hazardous projectiles. To prevent movement or damage from shock or
impact to the adjustable stand assembly or incubator, securely fasten
the cylinders, and tighten the clamp screw as required.
12. Before installing an oxygen cylinder, ensure that the draw clamp keeper
(N) is in the proper position for the size of oxygen cylinder being mounted
on the incubator (see figure 6-5 on page 6-22).
Before the first use of the incubator, and at 3-month intervals thereafter,
perform the following to check the condition of the batteries:
CAUTION:
If the incubator has not been plugged into an AC power source for 20
hours prior to this test, recharge the batteries by plugging the incubator
into an AC power source for 20 hours with the AC Power switch in the
ON-1 position. Failure to do so could result in equipment damage.
1. Ensure that the incubator has been plugged into an AC power source for 20
hours.
5. Press the Set Temp key. The Set Temp indicator lights, and a short beep
sounds, indicating that the °C Temperature display is indicating the
setpoint.
NOTE:
With fully-charged batteries, the incubator operates for at least 1¼ hours
before the Low DC alarm activates.
7. If the Low DC alarm activates in less than 1¼ hours, replace the batteries.
8. Upon successful completion of the test, immediately plug the AC line cord,
into an appropriate power source, and recharge the batteries for 20 hours.
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6.4 Calibration
Tools required: Probe simulator (P/N 67 909 75)
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Fluke® Model 8087 digital voltmeter (DVM)
Sybron-Taylor Model QA580 oxygen analyzer
Victor Model 1099-0025 flowmeter
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Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester
3
Tektronix™ Model 561A oscilloscope
At least annually, and after any repair, perform the following to completely
calibrate the equipment.
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b. Adjust RT9 until the Fluke® Model 8087 DVM reads 5.000V DC ±
0.005V DC.
e. For older probe simulators, set the probe simulator to 20.2°C (68.4°F).
For newer probe simulators, set the probe simulator to 20.3°C (68.5°F).
f. Adjust RT4 until the Baby Temperature display agrees with the probe
simulator setting.
g. Set the skin temperature probe simulator to 40°C (104°F).
h. Adjust RT5 until the Baby Temperature display reads 40°C (104°F).
i. Repeat until the probe simulator settings are obtained without further
adjustment.
NOTE:
Adjust RT3 only when the Set Temp indicator is on. If it goes off during the
adjustment, press the Set Temp key again.
o. Adjust RT3 until the Air Temperature display reads 36.0°C (96.8°F).
p. Connect a jumper between U30-15 and U3-10.
q. Press the Set Temp key.
r. Press and hold the Up arrow key until the Air Temperature display
stops changing.
NOTE:
Adjust RT2 only when the Set Temp indicator is on. If it goes off during the
adjustment, press the Set Temp key again.
s. While holding the Up arrow key, adjust RT2 clockwise until the Air
Temperature display reads 38.0°C (100.4°F).
t. Press the Down arrow key. Verify that the Air Temperature display
reads 21.5°C (70.7°F) ± 1.5°C.
u. Press the Up arrow key until the Air Temperature display reads
36.0°C (96.8°F).
v. Remove the jumper from U30-15 and U3-10.
w. To verify full heater power, ensure that all four Heater lights are on. If
not, adjust RT2 slightly counterclockwise.
NOTE:
The leakage test standards provided assume leakage through a resistance of
1000Ω.
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c. If the Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester does not provide a
resistance of 1000Ω, provide it.
d. Using the Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester, measure
between the chassis of the unit under test and a know ground
connection of a wall receptacle.
e. On 100V/120V units, ensure that the leakage current does not exceed
300 µA. On 220V/240V units, ensure that the leakage current does not
exceed 500 µA.
f. Reverse the plug.
g. Using the Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester, measure
between the chassis of the unit under test and a know ground
connection of a wall receptacle.
h. On 100V/120V units, ensure that the leakage current does not exceed
300 µA. On 220V/240V units, ensure that the leakage current does not
exceed 500 µA.
i. Set the Power switch to the Off-0 position.
NOTE:
The leakage test standards provided assume leakage through a resistance of
1000Ω.
j. If the Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester does not provide a
resistance of 1000Ω, provide it.
k. Using the Bio-Tek® Model 501 leakage current tester, measure
between the chassis of the unit under test and a know ground
connection of a wall receptacle.
l. On 100V/120V units, ensure that the leakage current does not exceed
300 µA. On 220V/240V units, ensure that the leakage current does not
exceed 500 µA.
m. Reverse the plug.
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n. Using the Bio-Tek® Model 501 current leakage tester, measure
between the chassis of the unit under test and a known ground
connection of a wall receptacle.
o. On 100V/120V units, ensure that the current leakage does not exceed
300 µA. On 220V/240V units, ensure that the current leakage does not
exceed 500 µA.
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Accessories
For Transport Incubator accessories, see table 7-1 on page 7-3.
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