Draeger etCO2+Respiratory Mechanics Pod
Dräger · Model etCO2+Respiratory Mechanics Pod
Displays hemodynamic and respiratory data on same screen. Provides broad view of patient’s pulmonary status. Indicates blood-gas trend changes.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Gas / SpO2 readings drift or need calibration
HighSymptoms: Agent, CO2, N2O, O2 or SpO2 values off vs a reference, calibration prompts.
Root cause: Sensor aging, a missed calibration, or the wrong calibration gas.
Module / pod not recognised by the host
MediumSymptoms: Host monitor does not display the module or pod.
Root cause: Docking / pod connector or cable fault.
Water trap full / sample-line occlusion
MediumSymptoms: Occlusion or water-trap alarm, no or low sample flow, flat waveforms.
Root cause: Full or expired water trap, or a blocked / kinked sample line.
Cable / connector wear
LowSymptoms: Intermittent signal with cable movement.
Root cause: Worn patient cable.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Patient cable set
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
Water trap / sample line
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
O2 sensor / gas bench service
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Module / pod docking connector
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Internal sample pump
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient cable set | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
| Water trap / sample line | Consumable | $ | Easy |
| O2 sensor / gas bench service | Frequent wear item | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Module / pod docking connector | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Internal sample pump | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Readings drift
- Fit a fresh water trap and sample line.
- Run the module's calibration with the correct calibration gas.
- Calibrate or replace the O2 sensor.
- Let the module warm up fully.
- Verify against a reference gas mix.
Symptom: Module / pod not recognised
- Reseat the module / pod at the host or rack.
- Inspect the docking connector for bent pins.
- Try it in another host or slot.
- Try a known-good module in this slot.
- Refer the module or the host slot as isolated.
Documents & Manuals
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