Our Meticulous Service Process
At XPRT Biomedical Services, we employ a meticulous, multi-stage process to ensure the safety and efficiency of your ventilator. Our specialized approach involves strict adherence to the manufacturer's service manual, guaranteeing that every component is thoroughly inspected and tested according to the exact procedures outlined. Here's a clear breakdown of our service process:
- Initial Inspection: Upon receipt, we conduct a comprehensive visual inspection of the ventilator to identify any visible damage or issues with the chassis, user interface, or patient circuit connections.
- Disassembly & Component Inspection: We carefully disassemble the ventilator, examining each component for signs of wear, damage, or contamination. Key components, such as the turbine/blower, inspiratory and expiratory valves, flow and pressure sensors, patient circuit, filters, and the main control board (PCB), are checked for operational integrity following the manufacturer's guidelines.
- Bench Testing: By drawing on our experience and honing our expertise, we successfully isolate and address potential issues. Listening for distinctive alarms and operational sounds, and systematically evaluating individual components while considering their interactions, allows us to pinpoint and resolve malfunctions. Our experience-driven approach ensures we make informed adjustments, calibrations, or replacements, restoring proper functionality and performance.
- System Integration & Functionality Test: After replacing any defective components, we reassemble the ventilator and perform a series of tests to ensure all components work together seamlessly. This includes:
- Verifying the integrity of the gas delivery and exhalation pathways.
- Testing the turbine/blower performance, speed, and thermal management.
- Calibrating the gas blending system (for air and oxygen) to ensure precise FiO2 delivery.
- Assessing the PCB and verifying all user settings, alarm parameters, and monitoring functions.
- Final Output Test: Before releasing the ventilator for return, we perform a final performance verification using our high-precision ventilator analyzers and test lungs. This ensures the device is accurately delivering the set parameters, including tidal volume, pressure, flow rate, respiratory rate, and Fraction of Inspired Oxygen (FiO2).
- Quality Control & Documentation: We maintain strict quality control standards by monitoring key performance indicators and documenting each step of the process, including all calibrations and parts replaced. This ensures that every ventilator leaving our facility is safe, reliable, and meets the manufacturer's specifications.
By following this rigorous, step-by-step process and adhering to the exact test procedures outlined in the service manual, we guarantee that your ventilator is restored to optimal performance and safety before it's returned to you.
