BIOMEDICAL TERMS

AND DEVICES II
CRN: 10221
Laboratory 2: Respiratory Equipment

Compiled for: Sandra Kudla

2014-10-14
Compiled by: Devin Clarke, Mark Wanless and Jake Wilson

Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................2

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BMDV 2131 Lab 2- Week 1 Progress Report.......................................................................3
BMDV 2131 Lab 2- Week 2 Progress Report.......................................................................4
Device info/comparison......................................................................................................5
PM Procedure.....................................................................................................................9
Disassembly/Reassembly.................................................................................................10
Conclusion........................................................................................................................14
Bibliography/References..................................................................................................15
Evaluation of group....................................................................................................15
What Went Well..........................................................................................................15
Improvements............................................................................................................15
Stumbling Block.........................................................................................................16
References.................................................................................................................16

Introduction
Respiratory equipment such as Ventilators and Anaesthesia machines
are advanced devices that perform an integral role in many healthcare
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situations. As Biomedical engineering students, familiarizing ourselves with

these devices can help our understanding of the interactions between the
body and medical equipment.
In this experiment, students will become acquainted with respiratory
equipment, such as ventilators and anaesthetic machines. The device will be
disassembling/ reassembling a respiratory device, and studying the
technology and concepts that make up its design. The device that has been
chosen for this lab is an Ohmeda CD Modulus Anaesthetic machine.

BMDV 2131 Lab 2- Week 1 Progress Report

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Our first task was to assign the roles we would each play in completing the
following lab.

Devin Clarke: Manager

Mark Wanless: Disassembly/Reassembly
Jake Wilson: Recorder/ Researcher
After assigning roles we began working on the lab, we decided to

spread the work fairly evenly as to keep up a steady pace. We began by

listing all of the external features of the device, while simultaneously
researching for the operation of the device and listing any components that
were missing. When completed our tasks, we reconvened and compared any
important information we had gathered.
We then decided to work together and begin the Electrical safety on
the device. We researched what the acceptable ranges for the electrical
quantities were, then performed the tests and recorded them on the PMI. All
values were well within acceptable ranges for safe operation.
In the following week we plan to:

Power on our device and Continue with the PMI, after

demonstrating our knowledge of the devices operation to our lab

professor.
Obtain Block diagram of the devices circuitry.
Continue disassembly of device.
Begin work on final report.

BMDV 2131 Lab 2- Week 2 Progress Report

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Starting where we left off, our group promptly finished the PM

procedure. After completion of the PMI we began disassembly of the device.
After going as far as we could into the devices internals we documented
every step with notes and pictures. Following this we began to reassemble
the equipment.
Meanwhile the team was reassembling the device we also began
researching some information for the device. Finding Block diagrams helped
us make sense of what we had accessed during the disassembly process,
and how each of the separate modules interacted with each other. Also a
video was found that displayed in detail how the device was operated, and
gave us more information on what components we may have been missing.
After reassembly was completed we looked at what was left to be done
for this lab, and split up the remaining work amongst ourselves to be
completed at a later time.

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Device info/comparison

Ohmeda 7900 Anaesthetic Ventilator:

The Ohmeda 7900 is an Anaesthetic Ventilator designed in the late

90s. Upon release the device was a capable ventilator that had many strong
qualities such as listed in the pros column of table 2. However in todays
market the device does have some shortcomings when compared to newer
devices (listed under cons in table 2). Despite the devices age it still sees
service in some facilities.

Table 1: Ohmeda 7900 Anaesthetic Ventilator pros/cons table.

Easy to perform maintenance as the

Cons
Long pre op procedure that

devices components are very

increases chance of user error.

accessible.
Adjustable alarm and operation

Non-intuitive user interface.

parameters
Easy to read interface with all

Large bulky device that is difficult to

required information.

move.

Pros

Puritan Bennet 840 Ventilator:

The Puritan Bennet 840 is a more modern ventilator that is intended

for critical care applications. This device has many improvements over older
ventilators such as the Ohmeda 7900. Some of these improvements are:

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Graphic touchscreen user interface, making the device more intuitive

to use as well as provide information to the user in an easier manner.

Advanced internal electronics including 2 CPUs to allow the device to
perform on a more advanced level (more accuracy and precision on

desired functions).
Better failsafe options that make the device safer for the operator and
patient.

However these benefits do come with a cost. The Puritan Bennet is far
more expensive to acquire than the older Ohmeda model. As well as being
harder to perform maintenance on, as more components are electronic and
require a more advanced understanding of the circuitry to repair.
Summary:
In summary the Ohmeda ventilator is an older model that is a cost
effective, and easy to maintain solution to respiratory equipment needs.
However the Puritan Bennet is a more advanced Ventilator that is easier to
use, and has better components allowing it to perform its desired functions
more accurately and with greater safety to the patient. Both devices have
their desired place in the medical field however the Ohmeda model will fade
from use much earlier.
Block Diagram

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As seen in the block diagram above, the electronic operation of the Ohmeda
Ventilator revolves around the utilization of a microprocessor unit (MCU). All
functions of the assembly are coordinated through its utilization, including
the devices power, displays, and flow meters/valves.

Some specs of the different circuit features are listed below:

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Table 2: Electrical Components/Functions (Ohmeda, 1997)

Component
MCU

Part # (if provided)

Motorola 68340

Power Supply

PS circuit

Gas Inlet Valve

LM 2952 regulator
circuit

Display

LEDs

Manifold Pressures

210 PCBM

Function(s)
Computer Processing,
Watchdog System,
Alarms, Flow Valve
Control, Program
Memory, see block
diagram.
AC-DC Step down
regulator and battery
charger. Multiple output
dc-dc converter.
Includes a current
sensing circuit wired to
the MCU for monitoring
in case of problems.
Contains appropriate
filtered information as
per MCU.
Monitors manifold
pressure. Located in
the O2 isolation barrier
between electronic and
pneumatic chambers.

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PM Procedure

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Disassembly/Reassembly
1. The metal table was slid off the device, revealing the batteries and a
covered circuit board.

2. The panel covering the circuit board was removed, revealing the circuit
board with various connectors going into it.

3. The 4 screws holding the bellow cover in place were removed, allowing
the cover to be taken off, allowing access to the bellows.

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4. The metal arm that normally holds a rubber bag was unscrewed and
removed.

5. The oxygen sensor cable was unplugged and disassembled, gaining

access to the oxygen filter within.

6. The cable arm was unscrewed, removed, and placed aside.

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7. The cables plugged into the attached ECG module were removed, and
2 screws were taken out, allowing the module to be slid out of its
brackets.

8. The screws in the back panel of the gas gauge pod were removed,
allowing access to the back of the gas gauges and valves.

9. The panels on the back of the display pod were removed, giving access
to the fans and circuit boards of the display pod.

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10.
The wires connected to the removed panel were unscrewed and
taken off, allowing the panel to be completely separated.

11.
The fans were unscrewed to gain access to the
circuit boards behind them.

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Conclusion
In conclusion, the goals of this lab were successfully completed.
Significant knowledge was gained relating to respiratory equipment,
disassembly/ reassembly of the device proved to be a valuable learning tool
for respiratory devices. Also further research into the device has yielded a
detailed explanation of the devices operation, and the design of the devices
circuitry. Unfortunately the knowledge about the devices operation was
unable to be replicated, since there were missing components that are
essential in its function.

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Bibliography/References
Evaluation of group
Group participation percentages and comments as per manager:
Mark Wanless

.100%
Jake Wilson..
.100%
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In review, all team members participated and contributed both in the
laboratory experiment as well as the report amalgamation. All team
members attended the laboratory sessions, including spending
extracurricular time Gathering information to be included in the report.

What Went Well

Overall the lab was well constructed, the goals were achieved and our
group gained helpful experience with respiratory equipment. The
disassembly was completed with little difficulty, and we made sure to
reassemble the device with care.

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Improvements
The only improvement that I would mention would be having
availability to more modern devices. Since it is rare to acquire more recent
devices this problem could be overlooked, as these devices still can be found
in some facilities.

Stumbling Block
Our group had no issues with attendance, or missing information. The
device had a full manual with complete details for the device.
The missing components for the device were:

Mask/ Mask hoses

Gas hoses
Fake lung/Bag
Vaporizer module

References

Ohmeda 7900 Ventilator. Service Manual. frankshopitalworkshop, n.d. Fri. 3 Oct. 2014.
<http://www.frankshospitalwork.com/equipment/documents/ventilators/service_manuals/Oh
meda_7900_Ventilator_Service_manual.pdf.
www.frankshospitalworkshop.com,. (2003). Puritan-Bennett-840 - Service manual. Retrieved
13 October 2014, from
http://www.frankshospitalworkshop.com/equipment/documents/ventilators/service_manuals/
Puritan-Bennett-840_-_Service_manual.pdf

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