Breas - PV401 - Service - Manual (Ventilador)

TABLE OF CONTENTS Service Manual PV401
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................1
1.1 Intended use of the ventilator................................................................................ 1
1.2 Design and function of the ventilator..................................................................... 1
1.3 The scope of this manual...................................................................................... 1
1.4 Intended audience ................................................................................................ 1
1.5 Service personnel's training requirements............................................................. 1
2. OPERATING MANUAL (Reference copy)
3. MAINTENANCE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................1

3.1 Verifying the components and software installed................................................... 1
3.2 Special safety precautions .................................................................................... 1
3.3 Equipment and tools required ............................................................................... 1
3.4 Replacement parts required.................................................................................. 1
3.5 Servicing instructions............................................................................................ 2
3.6 Service schedule .................................................................................................. 2
3.7 External checks .................................................................................................... 3
3.8 Internal checks ..................................................................................................... 4
3.9 Final checks before handing over ......................................................................... 6
4. REPLACEMENT PARTS.........................................................................................1
4.1 General view ........................................................................................................ 1
4.2 Casings and decals............................................................................................... 2
4.3 Drive unit.............................................................................................................. 3
4.4 Exploded view A, Motor and Transformer ............................................................. 4
4.5 Exploded view B, Casing and Base Plate ............................................................. 5
4.6 Exploded view C, Circuit Boards and Connectors ................................................. 6
4.7 Exploded view D,.Bellows and Drive Screw .......................................................... 7
4.8 Part No. list........................................................................................................... 8
5. FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
5.1 Pneumatic Diagram .............................................................................................. 1
5.2 Functional Block Diagram..................................................................................... 2
6. DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLING THE PV 401 ..................................................1

6.1 Tools required....................................................................................................... 1
6.2 Removing the upper casing .................................................................................. 1
6.3 Replacing the LCD board...................................................................................... 2
6.4 Removing the motor unit from the lower casing .................................................... 3
6.5 Replacing the complete motor unit........................................................................ 4
6.6 Assembling the motor unit in the casing................................................................ 6
7. MOTOR UNIT..........................................................................................................1
7.1 Construction ......................................................................................................... 1
7.2 Inspecting/Replacing the drive belts...................................................................... 2
7.3 Lubricating the drive screw ................................................................................... 2
7.4 Replacing the membranes in the check valves ..................................................... 3
7.5 Tubes and bellows, leakage check........................................................................ 6
7.6 Replacing the drive screw assembly ..................................................................... 7
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8. ELECTRONICS ...................................................................................................... 1
8.1 Function and construction......................................................................................1
8.2 Wiring diagram, test points....................................................................................6
8.3 Main cabling diagram ............................................................................................7
8.4 Test points.............................................................................................................8
8.5 Calibration of pressure sensors..............................................................................9
8.6 Check of battery operation...................................................................................11
8.7 Replacing the alarm batteries ..............................................................................12
8.8 Electrical safety precautions................................................................................14
8.9 Upgrading the software........................................................................................15
8.10 Upgrading the software to revision MXG..............................................................16
8.10 Circuit diagrams ..................................................................................................18
8.11 Component positions...........................................................................................28
8.12 Component list ....................................................................................................33
9. FAULT TRACING ................................................................................................... 1

9.1 Fault tracing ..........................................................................................................1
9.2 Error codes............................................................................................................3
10. APPENDICES
10.1 Engineering Change History PV 401......................................................................1
10.2 Service Record For PV 401...................................................................................1
10.3 Returning Products To Breas.................................................................................1
10.4 Breas Addresses ...................................................................................................1
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Service Manual PV 401 INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Intended use of the ventilator

The PV 401 is a pressure-controlled, pressure-monitored ventilator, especially developed
for treatment in the home of patients with chronic breathing difficulties.
The PV 401 is designed to give many years of trouble-free breathing assistance to the
user provided that preventive maintenance is done at the specified intervals described in
this manual.
Well-performed maintenance will increase the service life of the ventilator considerably. It
is also important that any peripheral equipment and accessories are checked at the time
the service is carried out.
1.2 Design and function of the ventilator

The PV 401 is constructed around a bellows and a drive screw assembly driven
by an electronically-controlled servo-motor. A microprocessor controls the correct
speed of the motor and its power supply by means of calculations based on the
settings for pressure, rate, inspiration time etc. The set pressure and the trigger
level are monitored at the same time.
In the event of a mains power supply fail, the ventilator will automatically switch to
the external battery supply. This is indicated by the LED in the On/Off button
flashing. If the external battery voltage drops too low, an audible alarm is given.
1.3 The scope of this manual

The manual contains all the points to be checked during the maintenance service
and other service instructions for the PV 401. Also included are reference copies
of the Operating Manual and the Patient Data Analysis Manual.
1.4 Intended audience

This Service Manual is intended for technicians who have medical/technical training and
knowledge of the construction and function of the ventilator.
It is not intended for clinic personnel or patients.
Breas Medical reserves the right to make changes to the product and the contents of this
manual without prior notice.
1.5 Service personnel's training requirements

Thanks to the simple construction of the PV 401, no special competence is
required other than general medical technical training on ventilators.
Always contact Breas Medical if there are any questions or if training is required.
All service must, however, be performed as described in this manual.
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INTRODUCTION Service Manual PV 401

Operating Manual
PV 401
Operating Manual PV 401
CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................1
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES .............................................................................2
3 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................3
3.1 Unpacking..................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Placement ..................................................................................................................... 3
3.3 Connecting the tubes................................................................................................... 3
3.4 Mains power supply ..................................................................................................... 3
3.5 Replacing the fuse........................................................................................................ 4
3.6 Power cord.................................................................................................................... 4
3.7 External battery power ................................................................................................. 4
4 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS...........................................................................................5
4.1 Front panel.................................................................................................................... 5
4.2 Setting panel description............................................................................................. 6
4.3 Rear panel description ................................................................................................. 7
4.4 Underside description.................................................................................................. 8
5 DETAILED FUNCTION DESCRIPTION....................................................................9

5.1 On/Off button and External battery operation ............................................................ 9
5.2 Checking the software version .................................................................................... 9
5.3 Function button............................................................................................................ 9
5.4 Decrease/Increase and Selection buttons................................................................. 10
5.5 Lock function.............................................................................................................. 10
5.6 Setting Date and Time................................................................................................ 10
5.7 Alarms ......................................................................................................................... 11
5.8 PCV & PSV Modes ...................................................................................................... 12
5.8.1 PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation) Mode ................................................................... 12
5.8.2 PSV (Pressure Support Ventilation) Mode................................................................... 13
5.8.3 Comparing PCV and PSV ............................................................................................. 14
5.9 Settings....................................................................................................................... 15
5.9.1 Setting a parameter value ............................................................................................ 15
5.9.2 Pressure........................................................................................................................ 15
5.9.3 Alarm for low Pressure................................................................................................. 15
5.9.3.1 Setting the alarm level for Pressure................................................................ 16
5.9.4 Rate ............................................................................................................................... 16
5.9.5 Inspiration time............................................................................................................. 17
5.9.6 Trigger........................................................................................................................... 17
5.9.7 Plateau .......................................................................................................................... 18
5.9.8 Expiratory sense (EXP. SENSE) ................................................................................... 18
5.9.9 Tidal volume (Est. Vol.) ................................................................................................ 19
5.9.10 Alarm for low Tidal Volume.......................................................................................... 19
5.9.10.1 Setting the alarm level for low Tidal Volume ................................................ 19
5.10 Incorrect settings ....................................................................................................... 20
5.11 Digital Output (D-sub, female) ................................................................................... 20
5.12 Analog Output (D-sub, male) ..................................................................................... 21
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6 FUNCTION CHECKS ............................................................................................. 22

6.1 Function check in PSV (Pressure Support Ventilation) mode..................................22
6.1.1 Alarm check “PATIENT” – low Pressure...................................................................... 22
6.1.2 Inspiration..................................................................................................................... 23
6.1.3 Exhalation ..................................................................................................................... 23
6.1.4 Trigger........................................................................................................................... 23
6.1.5 Expiratory sense (EXP. SENSE) ................................................................................... 23
6.1.6 Tidal volume (EST. VOL.) ............................................................................................. 23
6.1.7 Alarm check for low Tidal Volume ............................................................................... 24
6.1.8 Alarm check for Power failure...................................................................................... 24
6.1.9 Completing the function check .................................................................................... 24
6.2 Function check in PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation) mode ..................................24
6.2.1 Alarm check PATIENT – low pressure ......................................................................... 25
6.2.2 Inspiration..................................................................................................................... 26
6.2.3 Exhalation ..................................................................................................................... 26
6.2.4 Trigger........................................................................................................................... 26
6.2.5 Tidal volume (EST. VOL.) ............................................................................................. 26
6.2.6 Alarm check for low Tidal volume ............................................................................... 26
6.2.7 Alarm check POWER .................................................................................................... 27
6.2.8 Completing the function check .................................................................................... 27
7 USAGE ................................................................................................................... 28
7.1 Adjustment of the mask and patient circuit...............................................................28
7.2 Settings in PSV mode .................................................................................................28
7.3 Settings in PCV mode .................................................................................................28
8 BATTERY OPERATION......................................................................................... 29
8.1 External Battery...........................................................................................................29
8.2 Low battery voltage alarm ..........................................................................................29
9 OXYGEN CONNECTOR......................................................................................... 30
10 CLEANING, FILTER REPLACEMENT AND SERVICE.......................................... 31

10.1 Cleaning/replacing the air filter ..................................................................................31
10.2 Yearly service ..............................................................................................................31
11 FAULT TRACING ................................................................................................... 32

11.1 Fault tracing chart.......................................................................................................32
12 ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................... 33
13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PV 401 ................................................................ 34
14 PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM ......................................................................................... 35
15 PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401...... 36
PATIENT SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 37
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Operating manual PV 401 INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
The PV 401 is a pressure controlled and pressure support ventilator.
It has two modes of operation; PSV and PCV. Both modes have an adjustable trigger
sensitivity setting which allows the patient to initiate ventilator-assisted breaths.
In PSV mode (Pressure Support Ventilation), the ventilator’s expiratory sense can also be
adjusted allowing the ventilator to more easily match each patient's needs.
In PCV mode (Pressure Controlled Ventilation) the ventilator provides assisted/controlled

breathing.
Explanation of label symbols under the ventilator:
Read the Operating Manual thoroughly before connection to the patient.
Body floating.
Class II equipment; dual isolation.
CE marking applies according to the directive MDD 93/42/EEC.

0123
TÜV approved according to IEC 601-1, EN 794-2.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES Operating manual PV 401
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES

• The PV 401 should not be used for total life support. Use BREAS PV 501 instead.
• Clinic personnel and patients must read this operating manual and understand how the
PV 401 works before setting up and using the ventilator.
• Adjustments to settings may only be carried out by authorised clinic personnel.
• Before use, a function check must be performed.
• To ensure maximum operational reliability, the PV 401 must be serviced at the specified
intervals by authorised service personnel.
• Oxygen may only be supplied through the patient hose, use BREAS oxygen adapter.
• Do not use the PV 401 in environments where there are explosive gases or other
inflammable anaesthetic agents present.
• Do not use patient hoses or tubes made of static or electrically conducting material.
• Electromagnetic fields greater than 10 V/m can affect operation. Examples of equipment
that produce electromagnetic fields are defibrillators, diathermia equipment, cellular
telephones, etc.
• Do not use a steam autoclave to sterilise the ventilator.
• The ventilator’s performance may deteriorate at temperatures below 5°C and above
50°C.
• Do not place the PV 401 on soft surfaces so that the air inlet on the underside can be
blocked.
• Always clean all parts that come in contact with the exhalation air before use on a new
patient.
• If an air humidifier is used, always place it lower than the PV401 to prevent water from
running into the ventilator if the humidifier tips over.
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Operating manual PV 401 INSTALLATION
3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Unpacking
• Check the ventilator for any damage and that all ordered accessories are included.
3.2 Placement
• Place the PV 401 on its feet, on a hard, flat surface. Make sure that nothing can block
the patient air inlet under the ventilator.
3.3 Connecting the tubes
• Connect the patient circuit (A) to the “PATIENT AIR” outlet on the front panel.
• Connect the thin tube (B) for the exhalation valve to the “EXH. VALVE” nipple.
• Connect the pressure measuring tube (green) (C) to the “PRESSURE” connector.
• If a bacteria filter/oxygen adapter (D) is used, connect it between hose (A) and the
patient air outlet.
PAT IEN T A IR
Exh. Valve B
Pressure
D A
3.4 Mains power supply
• IMPORTANT! Make sure that the power cord is undamaged before it is connected to the
ventilator.
• Check that the voltage selector is set for the voltage the
P O W E R S U P P LY ventilator is to be connected to. Different countries have
different power supplies, the USA has, for example 115 V.
POWER All European countries have 230 V.
Voltage range 115 V covers 110 – 120 V
Voltage range 230 V covers 220 – 240 V
To change the voltage setting

P OW ER • Make sure the power cord is not connected.
• Change by turning with a screwdriver.
• Change to the correct fuse rating.

INSTALLATION Operating manual PV 401
3.5 Replacing the fuse
• Check that the power supply fuse has the correct rating for
the set voltage.
2
For 230 V, use a glass fuse F 315 mAL
For 115 V, use a glass fuse F 630 mAL
1 • Change the fuse by pulling the fuse holder straight out.
There is a spare fuse in the holder.
3.6 Power cord
• Connect the power cord to the power socket . Only use a

BREAS power cord.
• Secure the power cord in the clip to prevent accidental

disconnection.
3.7 External battery power
See Chapter 8 for complete information.

Operating manual PV 401 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
4 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
4.1 Front panel
PATIE N T A IR
EX H.
VA LVE
PR ES SUR E
1 2 3
(1) Patient air outlet, ∅ 22 mm ISO cone, male.

(2) Exhalation valve connector, ∅ 4 mm tube.
(3) Connector for pressure measuring at the exhalation valve, ∅ 3 mm tube (green).

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Operating manual PV 401
4.2 Setting panel description
(1) Patient pressure meter;

P R E S SU R E
0 to 40 mbar/cm H2O. 1
0 10 20 30 40
m b ar / c m H 2 O
(2) Patient pressure setting;
Green LED is lit during inspiration. 14
2 PRE SSUR E 6 40
m b ar
(3) Rate setting; 3 R AT E . 6 40
B PM
Breaths per minute (BPM). 4 .INS P. TIM E 0 .5 5
S ec 15
5 T RIGG E R O F F, -2 8
m b ar
(4) Inspiration time setting; in seconds 6 P LAT E AU
(only active in PCV mode.) 7 10 80

%
8 E ST. V O L . 0 1 .8
L ite r
(5) Trigger setting; green LED is lit during a

patient triggered inspiration.
9 +
(6) Plateau setting; the time to reach 16
the set pressure.
17
10
(7) Expiratory sense setting; percentage of
O N /O F F
maximum flow. (Only active in PSV mode.) 11 A LA R M
POWER
12 PATIE NT
(8) Est. Vol. The tidal volume delivered is P SV
displayed here after each breath. 13 M O DE
PCV
The alarm level setting function for Pressure
and low Tidal Volume is also accessed here.
(9) - and + buttons to increase or decrease the selected parameter. The buttons are also
used to set the date and time and to make selections in different displays.
(10) ON / OFF switch; Keep pressed for 2 seconds to start or stop the ventilator.
(11) Alarm for power failure; red LED lights if the mains or external battery supply fails.
An audible alarm is also given.
(12) Patient alarm. The red LED flashes if the set percentage of the set pressure is not
reached within 15 seconds, e.g. due to leakage from the mask and/or the tidal
volume is low. An audible alarm is also given together with a flashing arrow
indication against the function in question (Pressure and/or Est. Vol) in the display.
(13) Button for changing between PSV (Pressure Support Ventilation) and
PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation) mode. Keep pressed for 1 second to change
mode.
(14) Seven LED indicators showing which function is selected. The selection function's
parameter can be adjusted using the –/+ buttons (9).
(15) Function button. Used to select required parameter or to mute audible alarms for
2 minutes.
(16) Green LED, when lit, indicates that the setting panel is locked.
(17) LCD Display. Shows the current settings. It is also used when setting the Date & Time.
The background lights when button (15) is pressed and stays on for 2 minutes after the
last press on a setting button.

Operating manual PV 401 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
4.3 Rear panel description
1 2 3 4
P O W E R S U P P LY O P E R ATIO N H O U R S
PO W ER
A N A L O G O U TP U T D IG ITA L O U T P U T
FUS E E X T. B AT TE R Y FUS E
5 6 7 8 9 10
(1) Connection for power cord.

(2) Hour meter, shows the ventilator's total operation time.
(3) Buzzer for alarm. Adjust the sound level using a small screwdriver.
(4) Fastening clamp for power cord.
(5) Voltage selector switch; 115 V or 230 V AC.
(6) Fuse holder with fuse, T 630 mA for 115 V, T 315 mA for 230 V.
(7) Analog signal output for registering patient pressure and tidal volume, male.
(8) Digital communication connector, female.
(9) Socket for external battery, 24V DC.
(10) Fuse holder with fuse for external battery supply. F 3.15 A.

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Operating manual PV 401
4.4 Underside description
(1) Air inlet and filter for patient air. See Chapter 10 for replacing/cleaning the filter.
(2) Model and serial number label.
Explanation of symbols on label:
3 4 5 6 7
(1) Model number.

(2) Serial number.
(3) Class II equipment; dual isolation.
(4) Body floating.
(5) Read the Operating Manual thoroughly before using with the patient.
(6) CE marking applies according to the directive MDD 93/42/EEC.
(7) TÜV approved according to IEC 601-1, EN 794-2.

Operating manual PV 401 DETAILED FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
5 DETAILED FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

5.1 On/Off button and External battery operation
The green LED shows a steady light when the ventilator is operating from
the mains supply. The LED flashes when operating from an external battery.
O N /O F F
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to switch on or off.
The ventilator should be kept connected to the mains supply, even when not in use, to
maintain charging of the alarm batteries.
5.2 Checking the software version
When switching on the ventilator, the software version installed

PR ESS URE REV m b ar is shown for approx. 1 second before the ventilator starts
R AT E B PM working.
INS P. T IM E 401 se c
The illustration shows an example of how the software version
T R IG G E R M XG m b ar
designation can appear.
P LAT E AU : SGP
%
E S T. V O L. Liter
5.3 Function button
This button is used to:
Select the parameter to be adjusted

This button is used to select the required parameter to be
set. A lit green LED indicates which parameter is active. If no
setting is done within 5 seconds, the selected parameter LED
will go off.
Mute the acoustic alarm

This button is also used to mute acoustic alarms for two minutes.
Select Date & Time

PR ESS URE Y 97 m b ar
If this button is held while switching on the ventilator, the current
R AT E M 12 B PM
INS P. T IM E D 07 se c
date & time is shown in the display. See section 5.6, Setting
T R IG G E R m b ar
Date and Time, for more information
P LAT E AU : H 13
M 34 %
E S T. V O L. Liter
Pressing the function button will light the background illumination of the display.

DETAILED FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Operating manual PV 401
5.4 Decrease/Increase and Selection buttons
These buttons have two functions.

+ They are used to adjust a parameter setting, press – to
decrease or + to increase the value of the selected
parameter. The new setting is saved in the ventilator’s
memory at the first breath after the value has been set.
The buttons are also used to set the date and time and as
Yes/No selection buttons when setting the alarm levels for
pressure and tidal volume, where
+ = Yes and - = No.
5.5 Lock function
1 The lock function is used to lock the setting panel to prevent

accidental changes to the settings.
+ When the LED is on, the lock is active. It is now only
possible to switch the ventilator On or Off.
Press and hold both the – and + buttons for 5 seconds to
lock or unlock.
5.6 Setting Date and Time
As part of the data storage function, the date and time is recorded to allow analysis of the
patient data in the different printouts available.
Note! The clock function uses the 24-hour clock standard.
To check or set the date and time:
• Press and hold the Function button while pressing the

PR ESS URE Y 97 m b ar
On/Off button.
R AT E M 12 B PM
INS P. T IM E D 07 se c The display will now show the current settings for date and
T R IG G E R m b ar time.
P LAT E AU : H 13
M 34 %
To change a setting:
• Press the Function button until the LED for the
E S T. V O L. Liter
required setting is lit.

• Press + to increase the setting or - to decrease it.
• Continue by moving down through the menu to the
M setting.
• To exit this display, press the Function key after
the M setting has been selected.

The display will now show the following text.
PR ESS URE m b ar
• Switch off the ventilator.
R AT E B PM The new date and/or time will be saved.
INS P. T IM E se c
T R IG G E R m b ar
TU R N
P LAT E AU :
O FF
POWER %
E S T. V O L. Liter
5.7 Alarms
Power (red LED)
Should the power supply fail during operation, the ventilator will
A LA R M alarm by the red LED for “POWER” being lit and an audible alarm.
POW ER Attempts to start the ventilator without any power source
PAT IE N T connected will also cause this alarm.
Patient (red LED)

The patient alarm (red LED) flashes if the set percentage of the
A LA R M set pressure is not reached within 15 seconds, e.g. due to leakage
POW ER from the mask and/or the tidal volume is low. An audible alarm is
PAT IE N T also given together with a flashing arrow indication against the
function (Pressure and/or Est. Vol) in the display.
The alarm is reset once the pressure and/or the tidal volume reaches
the set value.
Alarm for low Pressure

The alarm for low pressure can be set as required. Refer to section 5.9.3, Alarm for low
Pressure, for information.
Alarm for low Tidal Volume

The alarm for low Tidal Volume can be set as required. Refer to section 5.9.10, Alarm
for low Tidal Volume, for information.
Alarm mute
The alarm can be muted for 2 minutes by pressing the Function
(alarm mute) button.
The alarm for low tidal volume can also be adjusted, see 5.7.7.
Alarm sound level

Adjust the sound level of the alarm to a suitable level. Adjust the screw

( in figure) on the ventilator’s rear panel using a small screwdriver.

5.8 PCV & PSV Modes
This section describes the PCV and PSV modes. The ventilator always starts in the mode
which was active when it was switched off.
PSV • To change between PSV and PCV mode, press the MODE button for one
second.
MODE
PCV
5.8.1 PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation) Mode
In PCV mode, the ventilation is controlled by the ventilator. The RATE setting corresponds to
the patient’s breathing rate expressed as the number of breaths per minute (BPM). The length
of each inspiration is controlled by the INSPIRATION TIME setting. The PLATEAU parameter
sets the speed at which the pressure increases to the set value. The lower the setting, the
slower the pressure increase will be, a higher setting will give a faster pressure increase and
therefore a longer plateau.The setting has 9 steps where 1 is the lowest and 9 is the highest.
The figure below shows how the Pressure and Flow settings control the ventilator's
function in PCV mode, where the Pressure setting is 20 cm H2O, the Inspiration Time is
1.8 seconds and the Plateau setting is 5.
A breath is started when either the set rate starts a breath or the patient triggers a breath
(if trigger is activated). The ventilator tries to reach and maintain the set pressure until
either the inspiration time setting expires or the bellows reaches its end position.
Pressure
cm H O 2
20 P atient ex hales
P re ss ure s etting
P lateau s etting
S tart of b re ath
seconds
In sp.tim e P C V
Flow
%
1 00 % M ax flow a nd s et p res s ure is reac hed
P atient ex hales
seconds

5.8.2 PSV (Pressure Support Ventilation) Mode
In PSV mode, the patient normally controls both inspiration through the trigger function,
and exhalation by the expiratory sense. If the patient’s own “triggering” ceases, the
ventilator’s rate setting will take over where the RATE setting corresponds to the patient’s
breathing rate expressed as the number of breaths per minute (BPM).
The PLATEAU parameter sets the speed at which the pressure increases to the set
value. The lower the setting, the slower the pressure increase will be, a higher setting will
give a faster pressure increase. The setting has 9 steps where 1 is the lowest and 9 is
the highest.
The figure below shows how the Pressure and Plateau (Flow) settings control the
ventilator's function in PSV mode, where the Pressure setting is 20 cm H2O, the
Expiration Sense is 25% and the Plateau setting is 5.
A breath is started when either the patient triggers a breath (if trigger is activated) or the set
back-up Rate takes over. The ventilator tries to reach and maintain the set pressure until
either the flow drops to the “EXP.SENSE” setting (percentage of maximum insp. flow), the
bellows reaches its end position or Inspiration is longer than 3 seconds.
P re s s u re
cm H O 2
P res su re setting
20
M ax . de livered press ure
S ta rt o f breath
s ec o n d s
In sp .tim e P S V
F lo w
%
10 0% M ax . flow
E X P. S en se 2 5% F low h as dropped to s et E X P. S ens e.

se tting
N ew brea th is triggered
s ec o n d s
P atient ex hale s

5.8.3 Comparing PCV and PSV
The figure below shows the previous two examples superimposed to illustrate how the PCV
and PSV modes differ.
P ressure
cm H O PSV
2
PCV
20
seconds
Insp.tim e P S V
Insp.tim e P C V
F lo w
%
10 0%
2 5%
seconds

5.9 Settings
This section describes the different parameters and how they are set, both in PSV and PCV
modes. Note! Certain parameters are not accessible in the PSV or PCV modes repectively.
5.9.1 Setting a parameter value
2 1. Press the Function button until the

PR E SSU R E 6 15 40
m bar required parameter is active.
RATE B PM The parameter is active for 5 seconds
6 10 40
INSP. TIME sec

after the last button has been pressed,
0.5 1.8 5
1
TRIGGER m bar
thereafter the parameter must be re-
OFF,-2 -0.5 8
selected in order to be adjusted.
P LAT E A U :
10
-- 80
% 2. Lit LED shows which parameter is active.
EST. VOL. 0
X.X 1.8
Liter 3. Adjust to the required setting with the
– or + button.
+ The settings are saved at the next breath.

3
5.9.2 Pressure
Lit LED indicates the selected parameter.

PRESSURE 10 15 40
m bar
Setting range: 6 to 40 mbar
RATE B PM
6 10 40
IN S P.TIM E sec Press – to decrease or + to increase the value of the

0.5 1.8 5
TRIG G E R mbar selected setting.

OF F,-2 -0.5 8
PLATEA U
Pressure meter
P R ES S U R E
Displays the pressure measured at the exhalation valve.
Range 0 to 40 mbar (cm H2O).
0 10 20 30 40
m bar / cm H 2 O
5.9.3 Alarm for low Pressure
The ventilator has a Pressure alarm function which is activated if the set percentage of the
pressure setting is not reached within 15 seconds, e.g. due to leakage from the mask.

The alarm is given as:

A LA R M • the red Patient LED flashing
POW ER • an audible alarm
PAT IE N T
• a flashing arrow indication shown against the Pressure field
in the display.
PR ESS UR E 10
15 40
m bar
RATE 6
10 40
BPM
INSP.TIME 1.8 sec
0. 5 5
TRIGGER mbar
O F F,-2 -0.5 8
The alarm is reset once the pressure reaches its set value again.
5.9.3.1 Setting the alarm level for Pressure
A L A R M m b ar
• Make sure the setting panel is not locked.
PR ESS URE
R AT E SET B PM
• Press the Function button until Est. Vol. is selected.
INS P. T IM E se c The display will change as shown in the figure.
T R IG G E R m b ar
P LAT E AU : Note! The alarm setting display will only be active for 5 seconds. If
NO YES % no other button is pressed during this time the display will return
E S T. V O L. - + Liter to standard display. Press the Function button once more to
return to the Alarm Setting function.
• Select Yes by pressing the + button.
The display will now change as shown below.
• Press the Function button to select the Pressure parameter.

PR ESS URE 65% m b ar • Adjust the setting using the - or + button as required (within
R AT E B PM 5 seconds).
INS P. T IM E se c
• To exit the alarm settings display, select the Trigger function
T R IG G E R Q U IT + m b ar
by pressing the Function button and then press the + button
P LAT E AU :
%
(Quit). (Note! If required, the Tidal Volume alarm can also be
E S T. V O L. 1.40 Liter
set before quitting).
The value is automatically saved when Quit is selected or the
display switches back to the standard setting display.
Note! If no other button is pressed within 5 seconds the display will return to standard display.
In this case, the entire alarm setting procedure must be repeated.
5.9.4 Rate
PRESSU RE 10 m b ar Lit LED indicates the selected parameter.

15 40
RATE 6 10 40
BPM Setting range: 6 to 40 breaths per minute (BPM).
INSP.TIME sec
0.5 1.8 5
Press – to decrease, or + to increase the value of the
TRIGGER -0.5 mbar
OFF,-2 8
selected setting. The ventilator always gives the set number of
PLATEAU
breaths, plus any triggered breaths.

5.9.5 Inspiration time
PRESSURE m bar Can only be selected in PCV mode.

10 15 40
RATE 6 10 40
BPM Lit LED shows parameter selected.
IN SP.TIM E sec
0 .5 1.8 5 Setting range: 0.5 – 5 seconds
TRIGG E R OF F,-2
-0.5 8
mbar
P LATE AU Press – to decrease or + to increase the value of the selected
setting.
I/E Table
I/E Table
Table for calculating the I/E ratio based on inspirations time and rate
Breaths per minute (BPM)
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38
0.5 1:19 1:16 1:14 1:12 1:11 1:10 1:9 1:8 1:8 1:7 1:7 1:6 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2
0.6 1:16 1:13 1:12 1:10 1:9 1:8 1:7 1:7 1:6 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.8 1:1.6
0.7 1:13 1:11 1:10 1:9 1:8 1:7 1:6 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.7 1:1.5 1:1.4 1:1.3
0.8 1:12 1:10 1:8 1:7 1:7 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.7 1:1.5 1:1.3 1:1.2 1:1.1
0.9 1:10 1:9 1:7 1:6 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.8 1:1.6 1:1.4 1:1.2 1:1.1
1.0 1:9 1:8 1:7 1:6 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2.2 1:2 1:1.7 1:1.5 1:1.3 1:1.1 1:1.0
1.2 1:7 1:6 1:5 1:5 1:4 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.8 1:1.6 1:1.5 1:1.3 1:1.1
1.5 1:6 1:5 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.7 1:1.5 1:1.4 1:1.2 1:1.1 1:1.0
2.0 1:4 1:3 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.7 1:1.5 1:1.3 1:1.1 1:1.0
2.5 1:3 1:2 1:2 1:1.7 1:1.4 1:1.2 1:1.0
3.0 1:2 1:1.9 1:1.5 1:1.2 1:1.0
4.0 1:1.5 1:1.4 1:1.1
4.5 1:1.2 1:1.1
5.0 1:1.0
Example: Inspiration time is set to 1.5 seconds and rate to 12 breaths/minute.

This gives an I/E ratio of 1:2 (See markings in the table).
5.9.6 Trigger
RATE 6
10 40
BPM Lit LED shows parameter selected.
INSP.TIME 0 .5
-- 5
sec Setting range: Off / -2 to +8 mbar.
TRIGGER OFF,-2
-0.5 8
mbar
PLATEAU
Press – to decrease or + to increase the value of the selected
-- %
setting.
When the patient starts a breath, a negative pressure is
created in the patient circuit which the ventilator registers
and immediately starts an inspiration.

• Choose a setting comfortable for the patient; normally between -0.2 to -0.5 mbar.
If the patient cannot trigger a breath, the ventilator automatically takes over and delivers
breaths according to the set rate. For each breath the patient triggers, the green LED
“TRIGGER” in the setting panel lights.
When the trigger is set to OFF, the patient cannot trigger any extra breaths.
The trigger can be set to positive values if an external PEEP valve is used.
Note! In the range 0 to +8 mbar there is a risk of the ventilator “self triggering”
5.9.7 Plateau
IN SP. TIM E 0.5 1.8 5

sec Lit LED shows parameter selected.
TRIGGE R m bar
OFF,-2 -0.5 8
PLATEAU sets the speed at which the set pressure increase
PLATEAU :
is reached.
10
-- 80
%
E ST. V OL. Liter
A lower setting will give a slower pressure increase
0 1.8
and therefore a shorter plateau.
A higher setting will give a faster pressure increase
and therefore a longer plateau.
Press – to decrease or + to increase the value of the setting. The setting has 9 steps
between the end positions where 1 is the lowest and 9 is the highest.
As the pressure increase is experienced differently by each patient, it should be adjusted to
give each patient the best possible breathing comfort.
5.9.8 Expiratory sense (EXP. SENSE)
P LAT E A U
Can only be selected in PSV mode.
10
30 80
% Lit LED shows parameter selected.
EST. VOL. 0 1.8
Liter Setting range: 10 to 80 % of max. flow.
10 % gives the largest tidal volume.
80 % gives the lowest tidal volume.
Normal setting is 25 to 30%
Press – to decrease or + to increase the value of the setting.
The ventilator measures the internal maximum flow during inspiration. When the flow drops
below the set percentage of the maximum flow, the inspiration phase stops and an exhalation
phase starts.
This setting allows the tidal volume to be matched to different types of diagnosis/compliance.

5.9.9 Tidal volume (Est. Vol.)
P LATE A U: Shows the estimated tidal volume the ventilator delivered at

10
30 80
% the latest breath.
EST. VOL. 0
1.1 1.8
Liter
5.9.10 Alarm for low Tidal Volume
The ventilator has a low tidal volume alarm function which is activated if the delivered tidal
volume does not reach the set value.
The alarm is given as:

A LA R M
POW ER
• the red Patient LED flashing
PAT IE N T
• an audible alarm
P LAT E A U
• a flashing arrow indication is shown against
30 %
10 80
the Est. Vol. field in the display.
EST. VOL. 0
0.00 1.8
Liter
The alarm is reset once the tidal volume reaches its set value.
5.9.10.1 Setting the alarm level for low Tidal Volume
Alarm setting range 0.05 – 1.4 litre.

PR ESS URE A L A R M m b ar
R AT E SET B PM
• Make sure the setting panel is not locked.
INS P. T IM E se c
T R IG G E R m b ar • Press the Function button until Est. Vol. is selected.
P LAT E AU : The display will change as shown in the figure.
NO YES %
E S T. V O L. - + Liter Note! The alarm setting display will only be active for 5
seconds. If no other button is pressed during this time the
display will return to standard display. Press the Function
button once more to return to the Alarm Setting function.
• Select Yes by pressing the + button.

The display will now change as shown below.
• Use the Function button to select the Est. Vol. parameter.

PR ESS URE 65% m b ar
R AT E B PM • Adjust the setting as required (within 5 seconds).

INS P. T IM E se c
T R IG G E R Q U IT + m b ar • To exit the alarm settings display, select the Trigger function by
P LAT E AU : pressing the Function button and then press the + button (Quit).
% (Note! If required, the Pressure alarm can also be set before
E S T. V O L. 1.40 Liter
quitting).
The value is automatically saved when Quit is selected or the display

switches back to the standard setting display.
Note! If no other button is pressed within 5 seconds the display will return to standard display.
In this case, the entire alarm setting procedure must be repeated.
5.10 Incorrect settings
If the set values for Rate and

Insp. time are outside the ventilator’s
working range and cannot be achieved, PRESSUR E m ba r
the LEDs for Rate and Insp. time will 10 20 40
flash. R ATE 4 20 40
BPM
In PSV mode, only the Rate LED IN SP.TIM E se c
flashes. 0.5 3.3 5
Note! In PSV mode this depends on TR IG G E R OFF,-2 -0.5 8

m ba r
how the patient controls the ventilator. PL ATEA U
Adjust the settings so that the alarm 10 -- % 80
indication ceases. EST. V O L. 0.75 Liter

0 1.6
5.11 Digital Output (D-sub, female)
Connection for digital communication.

Digital connector
Only use BREAS cables.
Only connect equipment approved according to the
relevant IEC standard.
Pin 2 = RX
Pin 3 = TX
Pin 5 = Ground

5.12 Analog Output (D-sub, male)
Analog connection to record patient pressure and tidal volume.

Analog connector
Used to register the patient pressure and estimated tidal volume
curve during, for example, operation during the night.
Normally connected to an analog printer or sleep registering
equipment.
Only use BREAS cables.
Only connect approved equipment according to the relevant IEC standard.
Pin 1 = Pressure 0 mbar = 1 V; 10 mbar = 2 V etc.

Pin 2 = Ground
Pin 3 = Volume 0.5 litre = 0.5 V; 1 litre = 1 V etc.
Pin 4 = Reference

FUNCTION CHECKS Operating manual PV 401
6 FUNCTION CHECKS
6.1 Function check in PSV (Pressure Support Ventilation) mode
PS V In the PSV mode, the ventilator is normally controlled by the patient; inspiration
by the trigger function and exhalation by the expiratory sense.
MODE If the patient’s own “triggering” ceases, the set rate takes over the ventilation.
PCV
• Connect the ventilator to the mains PRESSU RE
supply. 0 10 20 30 40
m bar / cm H 2 O
• Make sure the patient circuit is correctly

connected (see section 3.3). PRESSURE m bar
10 15 40
RATE 10 BPM
• Start the ventilator by pressing the
4 40
IN SP.TIM E 0.5
-- 5
sec
On/Off button for 2 seconds. The green TRIGGER OFF,-2 -0.5 8
m bar
LED comes on and the ventilator starts. PLATEAU
10 80
%
• If the Lock LED is lit, the setting panel is EST. VOL. 0
30 1.6
Liter
locked. Press and hold both the – and +

buttons for 5 seconds to unlock.
+
• If necessary, change to PSV mode by
pressing the MODE button for 1 second.
• Adjust the ventilator settings as follows: ON / O FF

ALARM
POW ER
PATIENT
PRESSURE 15 mbar PSV PSV
RATE 10 breaths/min M O DE
PCV
INSP. TIME --(only PCV mode)
TRIGGER -0.5 mbar
PLATEAU
EXP. SENSE 30 %
6.1.1 Alarm check “PATIENT” – low Pressure
15
• Make sure that the red LED “PATIENT” starts
ALAR M PR ESS UR E 10 40
m bar
POWER RATE 10 BPM
to flash after 15 seconds, the flashing arrow
6 40
PAT IE N T INSP.TIME 1.8 sec
alarm indicator is shown against the Pressure
0. 5 5
TRIGGER mbar
field in the display and an audible alarm is
O F F,-2 -0.5 8
PLATEAU heard.
• Hold your hand over the exhalation valve to

create a pressure. Check that a pressure is
indicated on the pressure gauge.
The alarm should stop when the pressure exceeds the set percentage of the pressure
setting.

Operating manual PV 401 FUNCTION CHECKS
• The alarm can be muted for 2 minutes by pressing the alarm mute
button.
• Adjust the setting screw, on the ventilator’s rear panel ( in figure) to a

suitable sound level using a small screwdriver.
6.1.2 Inspiration
• Connect a 0.5 litre test lung. Check that the test lung inflates. The pressure gauge
should show a pressure of approx. 15 mbar before inspiration stops. Depending on the
compliance of the test lung, breaths can be stopped more quickly for different test lungs.
Check that the membrane in the exhalation valve seals properly.
6.1.3 Exhalation
• The air in the test lung should easily flow out through the exhalation valve.
6.1.4 Trigger
RATE 10 BPM • Create a negative pressure in the patient circuit and

6 40
INSP.TIME 18 sec make sure the green LED “TRIGGER” comes on and a
0 .5 5
TRIG GER -0.5 m bar

breath is started.
OFF,-2 8
PLATEAU
-- %
6.1.5 Expiratory sense (EXP. SENSE)
There are three parameters that can stop an inspiration and start an exhalation.
P L ATE A U (1) The inspiration flow has dropped to the value set for
10
30 80
% EXP.SENSE .
EST. VOL. Liter
0 1 .8
(2) The inspiration is longer than 3 seconds.
(3) The bellows in the ventilator reaches its end position.
6.1.6 Tidal volume (EST. VOL.)
P L AT E A U EST. VOL. shows the estimated tidal volume delivered from

10 30 80
% the ventilator at the latest breath.
EST. VOL. 0
X:X 1.8
Liter

6.1.7 Alarm check for low Tidal Volume
P L ATE A U • Select the EST. VOL. parameter.

30 %
10 80
• Adjust the alarm setting as described under
EST. VOL. 0.4 Liter
0 1.8 5.9.10, Alarm for low Tidal Volume.
• Exit the alarm set function.
• Block the patient circuit.
P LAT EA U • If the tidal volume now drops below the set alarm
A LA R M 30 % limit for more than 15 seconds, an audible alarm is
10 80
P OW E R E ST. V O L . 0.00 L ite r

PAT IE N T 0 1.8
given, the red Patient LED comes on and an arrow
will flash against the Est. Vol. field, see figure.
• Readjust the alarm setting to its original setting.
6.1.8 Alarm check for Power failure
• Disconnect the power supply while the ventilator is running. The

A LA R M
red LED for “POWER” should come on and an audible alarm be
POWER
PAT IE N T heard.
• Reconnect the power supply. The ventilator will start automatically.
6.1.9 Completing the function check
• Switch off the ventilator by pressing the On/Off button for 2 seconds.
O N /O F F
The function check of PSV mode is now completed.
Note! Adjust the ventilator settings to the values prescribed by the doctor.
If anything is unclear or there are doubts, perform a new function check, reading the detailed
description for each function.
6.2 Function check in PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation) mode
In the PCV mode, ventilation is controlled by the ventilator. The rate setting
PS V controls the patient’s breathing rate. The length of each breath is controlled by
MO DE the inspiration time setting. If the trigger function is used, the patient can start
PC V an “extra” breath.
• Connect the ventilator to the mains supply.
• Make sure the patient circuit is correctly connected (see section 3.3).
• Start the ventilator by pressing the On/Off button for 2 seconds. The green LED lights
and the ventilator starts.

• If the Lock LED is lit, the setting panel is locked. Press both the – and + buttons for
5 seconds to unlock.
• If necessary, change to PCV mode by pressing the MODE button for 1 second.
Adjust the ventilator settings as follows:
P R ES S U R E
PRESSURE: 15 mbar
0 10 20 30 40
RATE: 10 breaths/min m b ar / c m H 2 O
INSP.TIME: 1.8 seconds

PR ESSU RE m b ar
10 15 40
TRIGGER -0.5 mbar R AT E 4 10 40

BPM
IN S P.T IM E 0 .5
1.8 5
se c
PLATEAU: T R IG G ER O F F,- 2 -0.5 8
m b ar
P LAT E A U
EXP. SENSE: --% (only PSV mode) 10
-- 80
%
E S T. VO L . 0 1 .6
L ite r
ON / OFF
A LA R M
P O W ER
PATIE N T
PSV
M O DE
PCV PCV
6.2.1 Alarm check PATIENT – low pressure
• Make sure that the red LED “PATIENT”

PR ESS UR E 15 m bar
ALAR M 10 40 starts to flash after 15 seconds, the flashing
POWER RATE 10 BPM
PAT IE N T
6 40 arrow alarm indicator is shown against the
INSP.TIME 1.8 sec
0. 5 5
Pressure field in the display and an audible
TRIGGER mbar
O F F,-2 -0.5 8
alarm is heard.
PLATEAU
• Hold your hand over the exhalation valve to

create a pressure. Check that a pressure is
indicated on the pressure gauge.
The alarm should stop once the pressure exceeds the set percentage of the pressure
setting.
• The alarm can be muted for 2 minutes by pressing the alarm mute button.


• Adjust to a suitable sound level ( in figure) by using a small
screwdriver on the ventilator’s rear panel.
6.2.2 Inspiration
• Connect a 0.5 litre test lung. Check that the test lung inflates. The pressure gauge
should show a pressure of 15 mbar. Make sure that the membrane in the exhalation
valve seals properly.
6.2.3 Exhalation
• Check that the air in the test lung easily flows out through the exhalation valve.
6.2.4 Trigger
RATE 6
10 40
BPM • Create a negative pressure in the patient circuit and make
INSP.TIME 0.5
18 5
sec sure the green LED “TRIGGER” comes on and a breath is
TRIGGER OFF,-2
-0.5 8
mbar started.
PLATEAU
-- %
6.2.5 Tidal volume (EST. VOL.)
P LAT EA U Shows the estimated tidal volume delivered from the

10 -- 80
% ventilator at the latest breath.
ES T. VO L . 0
X:X 1.8
Lite r
6.2.6 Alarm check for low Tidal volume
PLATEAU • Select the EST. VOL. parameter.

-- %
10 80
• Adjust the alarm setting as described under 5.9.10,
EST. VOL. 0.4 Liter
0 1.8 Alarm for low Tidal Volume.
• Exit the alarm set function.
• Block the patient circuit.

A LA R M
PLATE AU
30 %
• If the tidal volume now drops below the set alarm limit
10 80
POW ER EST. V OL. 0

0.00 1.8
Liter for more than 15 seconds, an audible alarm is given,
PATIE N T
the red Patient LED comes on and an arrow will flash
against the Est. Vol. field, see figure.
• Readjust the alarm setting to its original value.
6.2.7 Alarm check POWER
• Disconnect the power supply while the ventilator is running. The

ALARM red LED for “POWER” should light and an audible alarm be
POWER
heard.
PAT IE N T
• Reconnect the power supply. The ventilator will start automatically.
6.2.8 Completing the function check
• Switch off the ventilator by pressing the On/Off button for 2 seconds.
O N /O FF
The function check of PCV mode is now completed.
Note! Adjust the ventilator settings to the values prescribed by the doctor.
If anything is unclear or there are doubts, perform a new function check, reading the
detailed description for each function.

USAGE Operating manual PV 401
7 USAGE
7.1 Adjustment of the mask and patient circuit
• Adjust the mask straps so that it feels comfortable for the patient.
IMPORTANT! Don′t strap the mask too tight. Start with loose straps and tighten as
necessary to prevent leakage from the mask.
• Route the patient circuit in a way convenient for the patient. Try different ways to find
the best one.
• Place the PV 401 on a hard flat surface. Make sure that the air inlet on the underside
cannot be blocked.
7.2 Settings in PSV mode
NOTE! All adjustments must be carried out by trained clinic personnel.
In PSV mode, the ventilator has basic settings (see

illustration) which are usually suitable to start with
PR ESSU R E m bar when setting-up. The pressure and “back-up” rate
6 10 40
are settings that must be adjusted to suit each
R ATE BPM patient.
6 6 40
IN SP. TIM E 0.5 -- 5

sec
Adjust the plateau setting to find the most comfortable
TRIGG ER m bar
OFF,-2 -0.2 8 pressure curve for each patient.
P LATE AU
% Blood gases must always be measured during the
10 30 80
“setting-up” period.
EST. VO L. 0
X.X 1.8
Liter
Always document the set values before the patient
returns home.
The setting panel should normally be “locked” when the ventilator is used away
from the clinic.
7.3 Settings in PCV mode
NOTE! All adjustments must be carried out by trained clinic personnel.
In PCV mode, a more accurate setting of the rate and inspiration time is required for
maximum patient comfort and the most effective result.
Blood gases must always be measured during the “setting-up” period.
Always document the set values before the patient returns home.
The setting panel should normally be “locked” when the ventilator is used away
from the clinic.

Operating manual PV 401 BATTERY OPERATION
8 BATTERY OPERATION
The mains supply is always selected first if both mains power and battery power are
available. Should the mains power supply fail during operation, the ventilator will
automatically switch over to the external battery supply, if connected, and give a short
audible alarm. The ventilator automatically returns to mains power once the supply is
restored.
8.1 External Battery
The PV 401 has low power consumption and is

therefore suitable for battery operation, for
example, while travelling.
Note! The battery supply is 24 VDC

(Min 22 V, Max. 27 V)
A 24 V battery is connected to the “Ext. battery”

connector in the rear panel.
EXT. B ATT ER Y F US E
Use BREAS battery cable: BK 524 or
BREAS external 24 V Battery Pack.
When battery power is being used, the green LED in the ON/OFF switch
will flash to indicate that battery power is being used.
CAUTION! The battery voltage must not drop below 22 V.
If a 12 V car battery is used, use a BREAS 12 to 24 Voltage converter.
External batteries connected are not charged by the PV 401 ventilator.
8.2 Low battery voltage alarm
If, during operation, the battery voltage drops below 22.5 V, an audible alarm
(short signals) is given.
If the voltage drops below 22 V, the ventilator will switch off.

OXYGEN CONNECTOR Operating manual PV 401
9 OXYGEN CONNECTOR
Oxygen can be added via the patient circuit using oxygen adapter SA 2222F-6.
Always use an oxygen analyser to make sure that the correct oxygen level is obtained.
Measure it as close as possible to the exhalation valve (see illustration).
PAT IEN
PAT IENTT LAIR
UFT
E XH .
EXP.
VEN
VA TLVILE
PTRRYC
E SKS U R E
O xygen
analyser
SA 222 2F-6

Operating manual PV 401 CLEANING, FILTER REPLACEMENT AND SERVICE
10 CLEANING, FILTER REPLACEMENT AND SERVICE

Do not sterilise the ventilator using a steam autoclave. General sterilisation fluid can be
used. Clean the ventilator using a lint-free cloth and a mild detergent, such as washing-up
liquid.
Fluid must not be allowed to enter into the ventilator.
The patient/staff should be observant if the ventilator shows signs of abnormal operation.
If in the least doubt, contact service personnel.
10.1 Cleaning/replacing the air filter
The patient air filter consists of three filters; a grey foam rubber inner and outer filter which
can be washed and re-used, and the middle, white filter that must not be washed and re-
used. The white filter must be replaced. The filters are located underneath the ventilator.
All filters must be replaced after every 500th hour of operation.
Wash the two grey foam rubber filters in warm water and, if necessary, use a little washing-
up liquid. Let them dry before refitting them.
Inner filter, grey (washable).

Wash using warm water and a
little washing up liquid.
Middle filter, white, LF 401 (disposable).

Replace after max 500 operation hours.
Outer filter, grey (washable).
Wash using warm water and a
little washing up liquid.
Switch on the ventilator and make sure it runs sounding normal.
10.2 Yearly service
The yearly service should be carried out by authorised personnel according to the separate
maintenance scheme.

FAULT TRACING Operating manual PV 401
11 FAULT TRACING
11.1 Fault tracing chart
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIAL ACTION SEE

CHAPTER
LED for “POWER” is The power cord is not Connect the power cord. 3.4
on and the ventilator properly connected. Check the connection at
alarms at start-up. the back of the ventilator
and at the power socket.
Mains fuse blown. Replace the fuse. 3.5
If the faults persists. Contact service personnel.
Does not work running External battery Connect the cable / 8

from external battery. cable is not measure and replace if
connected properly or faulty.
is faulty.
Replace the fuse. 8
Ext. batt. fuse blown.
Check the polarity of the 8
If the fuse blows connector.
immediately after
connecting the ext.
battery cable.
If the fault persists. Contact service personnel.
The ventilator does Leakage from patient Check the tubes, mask
not give adequate circuit/mask. and exhalation valve for
pressure/volume. leakage.
Filter dirty. Replace filter. 10
Fault code “FAIL 39” is Green pressure tube Connect the patient circuit 3.3
shown in the display. in the patient circuit is correctly.
correctly connected.
Fault code Power voltage, mains Check the power source.

“POWER FAIL” or battery, is too low.
is shown in the
display.
A fault code “FAIL XX” The ventilator does Send the ventilator for
where XX can be 00 to not function. service.
45, except 39, is
shown in the display.

Operating manual PV 401 ACCESSORIES
12 ACCESSORIES
Part Number Description
204 020 Patient circuit PV 401, with exhalation valve SC 301
204 030 Patient circuit PV 401, with exhalation valve and flextube
200 050 Flextube 22/22 mm, 9 cm length
200 278 Flextube 22/15 mm, 9 cm length
204 190 Exhalation valve 401, P/B
200 530 Oxygen adapter SA 2222F-6
202 500 Adapter 22/22/15F
202 870 Peep-adapter exp. valve P/B
200 040 Arm for patient circuit, incl. mount (table mounting)
200 320 Mount, for patient circuit arm
200 210 Nylon carry bag
200 120 Ventilator trolley, VB 301
204 050 Filter LF 401, 5 pcs/package (disposable)
200 250 Battery cable, BK 524
200 261 External battery 24 V, incl. cable, charger and bag
201 290 Converter 12–24V, BC 501
204 210 Filter, grey foam rubber

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PV 401 Operating manual PV 401
13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PV 401

Setting ranges/performance
Modes ............................................... PSV (pressure supported ventilation)
PCV (pressure controlled ventilation)
Patient pressure................................ 6 to 40 mbar
Rate .................................................. 6 to 40 breaths per minute (BPM)
Inspiration time.................................. 0.5 to 5 seconds
Trigger .............................................. -2 to +8 mbar
Pressure plateau............................... Adjustable
Exp. sense ........................................ 10 – 80% of max. flow
Minute volume................................... 2 to 50 l/min
Maximum flow ................................... 120 l/min
Display/Outputs
Patient pressure................................ 0 to 40 mbar
Delivered tidal volume....................... 0.1 to 1.6 litres
Analog output.................................... 0 to 6V
Digital output..................................... PC connector
Indications/Alarms
Mains ................................................ Green LED
Ext. battery........................................ Green LED, flashing
Inspiration ......................................... Green LED
Trigger .............................................. Green LED
Low Pressure/Leakage alarm ........... Red LED, flashing arrow indicator, audible alarm
50 - 80 % of set pressure
Power failure alarm ........................... Red LED/audible alarm
Low Tidal volume .............................. Red LED, flashing arrow indicator, audible alarm
Power supplies
Mains supply ..................................... 115–120/230–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 50VA
External battery operation................. 24 VDC, max. 30W
Dimensions/Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D).................... 350 x 175 x 260 mm
Weight .............................................. 5.5 kg
Meets requirements according to IEC, ISO and EMC.

Designed and manufactured in Sweden.
Tested and approved by TÜV, Germany.

Operating manual PV 401 PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM
14 PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM
6
2
9
1 10
3
4 13 12
5
11
7 8
1. Patient air inlet (through air filter)

2. Bellows
3. Check valve (closed during inspiration)
4. Check valve (closed during exhalation)
5. Magnetic valve MV 1 (Normally set as per fig. 1. Fig 1
Switches at autocalibration of G1 according to fig. 2.)
6. Magnetic valve MV 2 (Normally set as per fig. 2.
Safety valve that switches at too high pressure.)
7. Pressure sensor G1
8. Pressure sensor G2 Fig. 2
9. Control pressure tube for the exhalation valve
10. Patient air tube
11. Tube for measuring the pressure
12. Exhalation valve
13. Bacteria filter (if used)

PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401 Operating manual PV 401
15 PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401
Note! These instructions must be thoroughly explained to the patient together with the doctor before
the patient/care giver takes over the operation at home.
PAT IEN T A IR
Exh. Valve
Pressu re F ilter (if fitted )
Always check before connecting to patient:

• Start the ventilator.
• During normal use, only the LED in the ON/OFF button should show a steady light. A flashing LED
indicates the ventilator is running from the external battery and the mains supply should be
checked.
• Alarm “PATIENT”. Do not connect anything to the patient circuit and check that both a light (LED)
and an audible alarm are given after 15 seconds. Block the patient circuit and check that the alarm
resets when the pressure exceeds the percentage setting for the low pressure alarm.
• If alarm indication “FAIL” is seen in the display and an audible alarm is heard, switch off the
ventilator and then on again. If the fault persists, the ventilator must not be used and service
personnel must be called immediately.
• Check that the air inlet underneath the ventilator is not blocked. Change the air filter after every
500 hours of operation or when needed. For further instructions, see Chapter 10.
Leakage test
• Check that there is no leakage from the patient circuit. This is easiest done by blocking the tube
when the ventilator delivers an inspiration. Listen for any leakage. Make sure that all hoses are
connected properly.
If a mask is used, perform a leakage test after the mask has been fitted. Instructions on how this
is done should be given by the doctor depending on what type of mask is used.
Cleaning
• Wipe the outside of the ventilator using a damp cloth with a little mild washing-up liquid or
window cleaning fluid.
• The fluid must not be allowed to enter into the ventilator.
• The responsible clinic must always instruct on the usage and how the patient circuit and mask
are best cleaned.
• Patient hose, exhalation valve, flex tube and mask are cleaned, when required, in warm water
with a mild fragrance-free soap. The thin tube to the exhalation valve does not need to be
washed. Remove these tubes before cleaning – it is important that no water enters into the
tubes. Always be careful when cleaning so as not to damage anything.
• Let all parts dry before reassembling them. (See illustration above).
Always perform a leakage test after cleaning.
The ventilator casing may only be opened by authorised personnel.

• The ventilator, complete with patient circuit, power cord and Operating Manual, must be
handed in each year to authorised personnel for a function check and service. If in the slightest
doubt, always contact the medical staff.
Note! Adjustment of set values may only be carried out by clinic personnel.

Operating manual PV 401 PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401
SETTINGS
VENTILATOR BREAS PV 401
Patient:
Date:
Clinic:
Set by:
PSV
MODE: PSV MODE
PCV
PCV
PRESSURE: _____________mbar
RATE: _____________BPM
PRESSURE 6 40
m ba r
INSPIRATION TIME: _____________seconds RATE BPM
6 40
INSP. TIME sec

TRIGGER: _____________mbar 0.5 5
TRIGGER OF F,-2 8
m ba r
PLATEAU: _____________ PL ATE AU :
EXPIRATORY SENSE: _____________% 10 80

%
EST. VOL. 0 1.8
Liter
TIDAL VOLUME: _____________litres
PRESSURE ALARM SETTING _____________ %
LOW TIDAL VOL. ALARM SETTING: _____________litres

PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401 Operating manual PV 401

Service Manual PV 401 MAINTENANCE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
3 MAINTENANCE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

All routine maintenance checks and additional service instructions for the PV 401 are
described in this chapter. For information about fault-tracing, detailed drawings, board
schematics, spare parts etc, please refer to the respective chapter in this Service Manual.
The patient and/or care providers should follow the checks described in the Patient
Instructions supplied with the ventilator.
Before starting the maintenance service, read the Special Safety Precautions section
and have a new Service Record (copy the example in the Appendices chapter) and all
the necessary equipment, tools and replacement parts at hand.
3.1 Verifying the components and software installed

Check the Engineering Change History in the Appendices for a history of changes made,
and from which serial number they were implemented.
If in any doubt, read the component designation on circuit boards and PROMs, as
upgrades may have been made which have not been recorded.
3.2 Special safety precautions

• Do not work on the ventilator with the casing removed and the power supply connected.
• Explosive gases and fluids must not be used near the ventilator.
• Take all necessary ESD precautions.
3.3 Equipment and tools required

A test lung or test reservoir bag.
A measuring instrument for tidal volume and minute volume/rate. (Biotek Ventilator
tester, Timeter, Spirometer or equivalent).
A universal instrument.
A new Service Record (photocopy the Service Record in the Appendices section of
this binder).
A standard toolkit containing screwdrivers, Allen keys, Torx keys and sockets.
3.4 Replacement parts required

The following parts should be available when servicing.
Part No. Description
204020 Patient circuit
204200 Service kit incl. membranes for check valves and drive belts
205180 Membrane assembly for exhalation valve
205570 Grease (BREAS 240 AZ)
285911 Power cord
204210 Air filter, patient air, washable
204050 Air filter, patient air, disposable
Cable tie
If required:
285403 Battery for alarm (Ni-Cd)
204010 Motor Unit Kit for replacement at 10,000 operating hours

MAINTENANCE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Service Manual PV 401
3.5 Servicing instructions

The maintenance service comprises the checks listed in this section and the service checks
described in the table below.
3.6 Service schedule
IMPORTANT!
A complete maintenance service (as described in this chapter) must be done every
12th month. If the ventilator is used for continuous operation (24 hours per day)
a complete maintenance service must be done every 6th month.
Every 12th month or every 6th month if the ventilator is used for See Ch./
continuous operation (24 hours per day) Section No.
Motor Unit
Replace drive belts 7.2
Lubricate felt sleeve for drive screw 7.3
Replace check valve membrane in patient air outlet 7.4.1
Test of motor unit and tube for leakage 7.5
Electronics
Calibrate the pressure sensor 8.6
Check operation using external battery 8.7
Check electrical safety levels 8.9
Accessories (where applicable)
Inspect patient circuit 3.9.9
Replace membrane in exhalation valve 3.9.9
Clean PEEP adapter, change O-ring 3.9.9
Every 5th year
Replace the alarm batteries 8.8
Every 10,000 operating hours
Replace the complete motor unit 6.5
3.6.1 Open a new Service Record, identify and register the ventilator
• Make a copy of the Service Record in the Appendices chapter.
• Fill out the model, serial number and any inventory number on the Service Record.
• Check any comments recorded on previous Service Records.
• Document the current patient settings.

3.6.2 Additional Services Required

• Check the number of operating hours and enter it on the service record.
• Check the service schedule to see whether the alarm batteries or the complete motor
unit are due to be replaced.
3.6.3 Markings
Make sure that all markings on labels can be read:
• Make, model description, serial number.
• Warning texts.
• Any inventory markings.
• All other texts etc.
3.6.4 Information from the user

Check the following with the patient:
• Has the function of the ventilator been trouble-free? If not, what problems have there
been?
• How does the patient check the function of the ventilator. How often?
• How often has the filter been changed?
• How many filters will the patient need of until the next service?
• Other observations?
3.6.5 Validity of the technical documentation

• Check the validity of the patient instructions.
• Check if any modification or upgrading of the ventilator needs to be done at the same
time as the service.
3.7 External checks

3.7.1 Visual inspection for external damage and wear
• Clean the outside using window-cleaning fluid.
• Check for any visible damage to the casings and other components.
• Check that nothing has worked loose (incl. the handle).

3.7.2 Power connection

• Check the plugs on the power cable, the cable itself and the ventilator's power socket.
• Make sure that the strain relief for the power cord is not damaged.
• Inspect the external battery cable, if used.
• Check the external battery socket in the ventilator.
3.7.3 Minimum function check

• Connect the power cord.
• Connect the patient circuit.
• Switch on the ventilator and make sure it operates normally.
3.8 Internal checks

3.8.1 Cleaning
• Remove the casing. See Chapter 6 Dismantling and Assembling the PV 401 for
instructions.
• Remove any dirt or dust that has collected in the ventilator.
3.8.2 Cabling
• Inspect all cables and their connectors. Check the front and rear panels to make
sure that cables and wires are not pinched.
• Change any cable strap anchor that has become loose.
3.8.3 Fastening of components
• Make sure that all components, such as the motor, printed circuit boards,
connectors, etc are fastened securely.
3.8.4 Change drive belts
• Refer to section 7.2 for information.
3.8.5 Lubricate the felt sleeve

3.8.6 Change check valve membranes


3.8.7 Power supply
• Make sure that the power socket is undamaged and is securely in place.
• Make sure that the touch-protection is undamaged and properly tensioned over the socket.
• Make sure the transformer is securely fastened.
• Check the wiring to and from the transformer.
3.8.8 Calibrate the pressure sensors

• Refer to Chapter 8.5 for information.
3.8.9 Reassemble the casing

• Refer to Chapter 6 for instructions.
3.8.10 Electrical Safety

3.8.11 Leakage test of tubes and bellows


3.9 Final checks before handing over

3.9.1 Function check
• Connect the patient circuit, start the ventilator and check that everything works normally.
3.9.2 Check low pressure/leakage alarm

• Set the pressure to 20 mbar.
• Check the accuracy (±10%). Check that the LED for PATIENT lights and an audible
alarm is given.
3.9.3 Check low volume alarm

• Set the low volume limit to 1.0 litre.
• Check the accuracy (±10%). Check that the LED for PATIENT lights, that the text
LOW is shown in the display and that an audible alarm is given.
3.9.4 Alarm mute

• Switch on the ventilator. Do not connect anything to the patient air connection.
Wait 15 seconds for the "PATIENT" alarm to be activated. Press the mute button
and make sure the signal is muted. Make sure the signal is heard again after
approximately 2 minutes.
3.9.5 Trigger
• Set the trigger to -0.5 mbar.
• Create a negative pressure and make sure a triggered breath is given. The green LED
should light.

3.9.6 Check of pressure/rate

• Adjust the settings to:
Pressure: 20 mbar
Rate: 10 BPM
Insp: 3.0 sec
Mode: PCV
Test lun g / R eservo ir ba g
P V 401 m bar

• Measure the pressure, rate and insp. time and check that they are correct,
(accuracy ± 10%). The measuring should be done with a test lung or a test bladder
connected. (If these are not available, block the exhalation valve in the patient circuit).
3.9.7 Checking the tidal volume indication

If a ventilator tester Biotek VT-1 or 2 is used, the estimated tidal volume can be tested as
follows:
• Set the compliance of the test lung to 0.02 L/cm H2O
• Select volume measuring
• Set the PV 401 as follows:
Pressure: 30 mbar
Rate: 8 BPM
Insp: 5.0 sec
Mode: PCV
When using a volume monitor, an exhalation valve with a PEEP valve connector is required.
The volume monitor is then connected to the PEEP valve outlet of the exhalation valve.
P ee p valve conn ector m ba r Test lun g / R eservo ir ba g
Volu m e m on itor
• Check the accuracy (± 20%).

3.9.8 Battery operation

• Connect an external battery.
• Disconnect the power cord while the ventilator is running.
• Check that the ventilator automatically switches over to external battery operation,
that an audible alarm is given and the LED in the ON/OFF button starts to flash.
• Reconnect the power cord and make sure that the LED in the ON/OFF button shows
a steady light and the audible alarm stops.
3.9.9 Check of accessories

Patient circuit
• Inspect the patient circuit and replace it if necessary.
Replacing the membrane assembly in the exhalation valve

This instruction applies to BREAS exhalation valves, (see figure below).
• Unscrew and remove the complete membrane assembly (1).
• Clean the inside of the exhalation valve using a moist rag or wash in hot water
using a washing-up liquid. Let it air dry.
• Screw on the new membrane assembly, part No. 205180.
• Connect the exhalation valve to a test lung. Check that no leakage occurs during
the exhalation phase.

Cleaning the PEEP adapter

1
• Remove the plastic nut (1) holding the PEEP adapter.

• Pull the adapter (2) up from the exhalation valve.
• Clean using a moist rag or wash in hot water using a washing-up liquid. Let the
adapter air-dry.
• Before fitting the PEEP cover, remove the old O-ring (3), see figure, and fit a new
one as shown in the figures below.
Note! Do not fit the O-ring to the exhalation valve cover before screwing it on.
Fit the PEEP adapter to the exhalation valve and screw on the plastic nut
Check any other accessories.

3.9.10 Change/wash patient filters

• Change the white air filter. Make sure that the patient has a supply of filters to last to the
next service interval.
• Wash or change the grey filters if necessary.
3.9.11 Adjust the settings for the patient

Adjust the settings as prescribed for the patient.

Service Manual PV 401 REPLACEMENT PARTS
4 REPLACEMENT PARTS
4.1 General view
Pos. No. Description
1 Upper casing
2 Fastening plate, rear panel
3 Printed circuit board - Hour meter
4 LCD-board
5 CPU-MDA printed circuit board package
6 Motor unit (also available as exchange unit, part No. 204740
7 Printed circuit board - Filter
8 Lower casing

REPLACEMENT PARTS Service Manual PV 401
4.2 Casings and decals
1 Label, display panel

2 Carrying handle
3 Label, logo
4 Upper casing
5 Text plate, rear panel
6 Lower casing
7 Label front panel
8 Plastic plug
9 Label, serial/model Nos.
10 Label, warning texts

4.3 Motor unit
10
11
12
13
1
14
15
1 Bellows
2 Clamp
3 Base plate
4 Air pressure nipple for regulator sensor G2
5 Air pressure nipple for exhalation valve, internal
6 Cover plate
7 Air pressure nipple for exhalation valve, patient circuit
8 Nipple for measuring pressure in patient circuit
9 Patient air outlet
10 Bellows top cover
11 Breaker for light beam in home position
12 Opto-switch
13 Slotted disc
14 Encoder
15 Motor

4.4 Exploded view, Motor and Transformer
C
(2 x)
114 5
11 46
437

4.5 Exploded view, Casing and Base Plate
C
11 3 7
11 3 8
11 3 9
11 4 0
11 2 9
11 3 0
11 3 1
11 3 2
11 2 8
11 3 4
11 3 5
11 3 6

4.6 Exploded view, Circuit Boards and Connectors

1 56 1
1 5 6 0 (4x )
Doc. No. 1525En

11 6 7
Service Manual PV 401
117 0
Issue: K-2
1564
1 5 6 3 (4x )
11 7 4
11 68 1 5 62 (2 x)
11 72 11 6 9
11 73
6 7 8(4 x )
11 7 4 678
117 3
4 71
4 48
4.7 Exploded view, Bellows and Drive Screw
BREAS MEDICAL
11 4 7
7 13 (4 x)
472
7 68 (3 x)
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
4.8 Part No. list

Part No. Description
31 Rubber mount - shock absorbing. (photocell)

36 Alarm batteries - NiMH (501)
42 Decal - serial number
63 Carrying handle, red
71 Fuse, power socket
72 Touch protection
75 XLR sleeve
76 Fuse holder
93 Slotted disc
99 Nipple
109 Solenoid
121 Nipple
157 Opto-switch
184 Voltage selector
401 Motor package - complete
402 Patient circuit, PV 401
403 Patient circuit, PV 401 - incl. flextube
405 Filter, PV 401
406 Text plate, PV 401 - SWE
407 Text plate, PV 401 - ENG
408 Text plate, PV 401 - GER
409 Label, PV 401 - ITA
410 Label, PV 401 - SWE
411 Label, PV 401 - ENG
412 Label, PV 401 - GER
413 Label, PV 401 - logo
414 Label, PV 401 - pat.air SWE
415 Label, PV 401 - pat.air ENG
416 Label, PV 401 - pat.air GER
417 Label, PV 401 - pat.air ITA
418 Label, PV 401 - serial number
420 Service kit, PV 401
421 Filter, inner
422 Filter, outer
423 Rear panel, PV 401
424 Bellows
426 Nipple - SCN-M6-PK3
427 Text plate, PV 401 - ITA
428 Printed circuit board, PV 401 - LCD
429 Printed circuit board, PV 401 - CPU
430 Printed circuit board, PV 401 - MDA
431 Printed circuit board, PV 401 - Filter board
432 Printed circuit board, PV 401 - Hour meter board
433 Ribbon cable, PV 401 - 40 pole
434 Ribbon cable, PV 401 - 34 pole
435 Angled heat sink, PV 401
436 Cover plate - Motor package
437 Transformer, PV 401
438 Motor, PV 401

439 Pulley, motor, PV 401

440 Pulley, motor screw, PV 401
441 Reflection sensor, PV 401
442 Securing bracket reflection sensor
443 Insulation washer, PV 401
444 Sleeve
445 Bearing case
446 Spring washer
447 Bearing
448 Bellows bottom end cover PV 401
449 Bellows top end cover PV 401
450 Flange
451 Cover for hollow shaft
452 Drive screw, PV 401
453 Nut, PV 401
454 Upper casing, PV 401
455 Lower casing, PV 401
456 O-ring - seal cover plate
457 Bottom plate
458 Membrane - check valve
459 Tube connector - air out, PV 401
460 O-ring - Tube connector air out
461 Drive belt
462 Reflection plate
463 Software
466 Bottom plug
467 Cover, motor wiring
468 Circuit board set, complete
469 Dust protection D-sub (male)
470 Dust protection D-sub (female)
471 Bellows clamp, lower, steel
472 Bellows clamp, upper, steel
473 O-ring small for sealing cover plate
474 Motor unit complete, exchange unit
475 Bolt+nut+bearing+shaft, kit
476 O-ring 473 + 456 kit
481 Opto-switch, end position, complete
482 Software PROM
483 Software, Processor
534 Software Master (U6) PV401 MXG
535 Software Slave (U28) PV401 SGP
536 Internal memory (U41 Dallas 1644-150) PV 401
601 Cellulose rubber strip
602 Suction tube 4 x 6 - frosted
604 Fuse - T 315mA
605 Fuse - T 160mA
606 Fuse - F 3,15A
607 Silicon cable
608 Ring cable terminal - 6mm
611 M3 x 8 with washer
612 M3 - washer-nut
613 Cooling paste - HTC10S

614 Shrink tubing- 6,4mm

619 Cable terminal- insulated
620 Wire - 0,75mm black
621 Wire - 0,75mm red
622 Wire - 0,75mm twin conductor
623 Wire - 0,75mm brown
624 Wire - 0,75mm blue
628 Wire - 0,22mm white
632 Ribbon cable clip
633 Cable strain relief - 4mm
634 Cable strain relief - 3,5mm
635 Cable strap anchor
636 Cable strap - 8"
637 Cable strap - 4"
638 Cable strap - 14½"
639 5mm metal spacer
640 Y-connector
641 Blue Festo tube
642 Power cord strap
643 Black screw 201 - RXS 3,5 x 19
644 Transparent tube 9 x 12
648 SPAX 4 x 20
649 SPAX 3 x 12
650 SGA 22
651 Seeger fuse - AK-26
652 M6 x 25 - bolt
653 M6 x 22 - washer
654 M6 - flat washer
655 M6 - lock nut
656 M5 x 80 F
657 M5 x 50 F
658 M5 x 20 cap socket
659 M5 x 16 F
660 M5 x 16
661 M5 - serrated washer
663 M5 - nut
664 M5 - lock nut
665 M4 x 8 F
666 M4 x 8
667 M4 x 45

668 M4 x 30
669 M4 x 20
670 M4 x 16 F
671 M4 x 16
672 M4 x 12
673 M4 x 10 F
674 M4 - wing nut
677 M4 - nut
678 M4 - lock nut
679 M3 x 8
680 M3 x 6 F
681 M3 x 6
682 M3 x 16 F
683 M3 x 12 black cap socket
684 M3 x 12
685 M3 x 10 F
686 M3 x 10
689 M3 - nut
690 M3 - threaded stud
691 M2 x 10
693 KFXS 2,9 x 9,5 F
694 Fibre washer
695 WAGO - marking 301
696 WAGO - marking 1-8
699 Wire - 0,22mm blue
701 Plastic spacer- 4 x 15
704 Blind plug - securing bracket hole
705 Double-sided adhesive tape
706 Power cord strain relief
707 Nuts - 201
709 Fuse - T 1,25 A
711 Cable tie - mini
714 IC - MDA
715 IC - 33035
716 M8 x 45 stop screw
717 Cone - counterpressure when test running
718 M5 x 12 F
719 Fuse - T 6,3A
720 Shrink tube 4,8mm
721 Velcro fastening
722 BREAS - label (small transparent)
723 Magnetic strip
724 Cable tie - alarm
725 Shrink tube - 19,1mm (transp.)

726 Plastic spacer

728 O-ring - check valve (inner)
729 M3 x 8 - bolt
730 Flat washer - 5 x 16 x 1
731 Silicon tube - 3 x 5
732 Silicon tube - 3 x 6
734 Bolt - M5 or M6 collar
736 M5x16 torx for end cover
737 Thermoplastic bolt - fixed bg
738 Spacer - motor plate M4
739 Silicon hose - 4 x 7
740 M4 x 8 F - black
741 M3 x 6 F - black
742 M4 x 30 F
743 M8 - lock nut
744 Spacer bolt - 40mm
745 Pop rivet for fixing bracket - cover
746 Rivet screw for vib.damper M4
747 Rivet nut - bottom plate M3
748 Rivet nut - rear panel M3
749 Rivet nut - rear panel M4
750 M3 x 16 Torx
751 Rivet nut for MDA M3
752 Silicon tube 2,5 x 6 - white
753 O-ring - check valve 501
754 M6 x 16 - black cap socket
755 Spacer tube 15x10x3
756 Spacer tube 10x6x3
757 Stop screw - M4 x 5
758 M6 x 30 - cap socket
759 Thermoplastic bolt - 10mm
760 Thermoplastic screw - 12mm
761 Stop screw
762 M4
763 Washer
764 M6 x 30 - bolt
765 M2 x 6
766 Spacer screw - 10mm
767 Spacer screw - 5mm
768 Stop screw - M3 x 4
770 M3 x 20
771 M5 x 40 cap socket black
772 Spacer bolt - 20mm
774 M3 x 20 F
775 M3 x 5 Phillips
776 Wing bolt
777 M5 x 8 Phillips
778 M5 x 6
779 Spacer tube 2,5 x 10
780 Silicon tube - red
781 Silicon tube - black
782 Silicon tube - green

783 Silicon tube - blue

784 Krytox - AZ
792 Fuse, 630 mA
794 Screw - MRX steel M3*4 FZB POZ
1120 Hour meter LCD 24V
1128 Decal - pat.air FR
1129 Decal - FR
1130 Decal - ESP
1131 Decal - NL
1132 Decal - DK
1134 Decal - pat.air ESP
1135 Decal - pat.air NL
1136 Decal - pat.air DK
1137 Text panel - ESP
1138 Text panel - NL
1139 Text panel - DK
1140 Text panel - FR
1145 Rubber washer for transformer
1146 Metal washer for transformer
1147 Felt sleeve for drive screw PV 401
1167 Fastening plate (401DP top of moving end cover)
1168 End cover for bellows, moving
1169 Stop plate for photocell PV401
1170 Bushing
1171 Fastening bracket (for photocell)
1172 O-ring 44,2 x 3 EPDM
1173 Cable tie
1174 Screw ETP 4x12 (thermo-plastic)
1478 Cover kit lower casing 401
1479 Cover kit upper casing401


Service Manual PV 401 FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
5 FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
5.1 Pneumatic Diagram
P V 40 1
6
2 G rey/Transparen t 9
R ed
3 12
13 10
1 4
5
G ree n G ree n 11
G ree n B la ck
B lu e B lu e
7 8
B lu e
(1) Patient air inlet (through air filter)

(2) Bellows
(3) Check valve (closed during inspiration)
(4) Check valve (closed during expiration)
(5) Magnetic valve MV 1 (Normally set as per fig. 1.
Switches at auto-calibration of G1 according to fig. 2.)
Fig 1
(6) Magnetic valve MV 2 (Normally set as per fig. 2.
Safety valve that switches at too high pressure.)
(7) Pressure sensor G1
(8) Pressure sensor G2
(9) Control pressure tube for the exhalation valve
(10) Patient air tube Fig 2
(11) Tube for measuring the pressure
(12) Exhalation valve
(13) Bacteria filter (if used)

FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS Service Manual PV 401
5.2 Functional block diagram

Service Manual PV 401 DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLING THE PV 401
6 DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLING THE PV 401

6.1 Tools required
The following tools are required to dismantle and assemble the different units in the PV 401.
Allen keys: 2, 4, and 5 mm (magnetic)

Socket 5.5 mm
Standard flat screwdriver (magnetic)
Philips screwdriver (magnetic)
Cable tie pliers
6.2 Removing the upper casing
• Remove the power cord.
• Remove the four cap head socket screws (2 mm Allen key) from the front and rear
panels (2 pcs in each panel) and the wing bolt for the power cord strain relief.
• Carefully lift the upper casing upwards and disconnect the ribbon cable and the black
ground wire from the CPU board. Put the casing and panel plates to one side.

DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLING THE PV 401 Service Manual PV 401
6.3 Replacing the LCD board
• Remove the upper casing.
• Remove the four M3 nuts holding the LCD board.
• Disconnect the ribbon cable and the black ground wire from the LCD board.
• Reassemble with the new board in the reverse order.

6.4 Removing the motor unit from the lower casing
• Remove the upper casing.

• Remove the filters from the filter holder and remove the three screws underneath the
lower casing that hold the motor unit.
• Carefully bend the rear edge of the lower casing in the direction of the arrow (see figure
above) so that the motor unit can be lifted out. Holding the motor, lift the complete unit
upwards and backwards from the lower casing.

6.5 Replacing the complete motor unit
The complete motor unit must be replaced after 10,000 operating hours. To replace the
motor unit, the motor unit must first be removed from the casing.
6.5.1 Removing the Circuit Board Package from the Motor Unit
Important! When performing this operation be careful to note how the different
coloured tubes are fitted to ensure their correct location when reassembling.
• Remove the motor unit, see operation Nos. 6.2 and 6.4.
• Move the bellows upwards by turning the shaft from underneath.
• Without disconnecting any of the air tubes, proceed to loosen the CPU board by removing
the three screws (1 in figure). Take care of the fiber washer (2) under the centre screw.
2
C PU board
Connector CN 4
Connector CN 5
M DA boa rd
E xterna l battery ca ble
3
4
14
R ed tube c onnec tor
5
B lac k tube c onn ec tor 6

13
12
G ray tube con nec tor
11
G ree n tu be c onn ec to r
Filter board
10
8
9
• Lift the CPU board at the rear edge enough to disconnect the two connectors CN4 and
CN 5, see figure.

• Remount the CPU board using only the two outer screws but with the connectors
disconnected.
• Remove the screw (3) and washer (4) for the rear panel.
• Turn the motor unit over taking care not to damage the boards, etc.
• Remove the screw (5) and washer (6) that hold the rear panel.
• Cut and remove the plastic cable tie for the external battery input cable.
• Loosen the transformer by removing the centre bolt (7).
• Disconnect the green and gray tubes from their connectors at the rear of the patient
air outlet.
• Proceed to loosen the Filter board. Start by removing the screw and washer (8 and 9).
Loosen nut (10).
• Using a 5.5 mm socket remove the three nuts and washers holding the circuit board
package to the base plate (11, 12 and 13). Swing the Filter board out a little to access
the nut behind the patient air outlet.
• Turn the Motor Unit over taking care not to damage any of the components.
• Remove the two screws (14) that hold the cooling bracket for the MDA board.
The bracket can remain attached to the board.
• Finally, disconnect the red and black tubes from their connectors above the patient air
outlet, see figure.
• The circuit board package can now be separated from the Motor Unit.
6.5.2 Assembling the Circuit Board Package to the Motor Unit
• Fasten the bracket for the MDA board in place with the two screws (14).
• Connect the red and black tubes to their respective connectors above the patient air outlet.
• Take a good firm grip around the Motor Unit and Circuit Board Package and turn it upside
down.
• Mount the Filter board and screw on the three nuts and washers (11, 12 and 13) that hold
the Circuit Board Package. Tighten the two outer nuts using appropriate hand pressure.
Do not tighten the nut holding the Filter board at this stage.
• Connect the green and tubes to their respective connectors.
• Swing the Filter board in place. Fasten it with screw (9) and washer (8) and tighten the
third nut.
• Mount the transformer and fasten it with the centre bolt (7) and washer. Tighten using
appropriate hand pressure.

• Mount the rear panel. Start by only fitting the screw (5). The Motor Unit must be turned over
before screw (3) can be fitted.
• Turn the motor unit and circuit board package the right way up.
• Remove the outer screws (1) holding the CPU board.
• Lift the board a little so that the two connectors, CN4 and CN5 can be connected. CN4 is
connected to the Sensor connector and CN5 to the Motor connector. Make sure that all the
pins locate in their respective holes.
• Mount the CPU board and fasten it with the three screws (1). Make sure that the tubes are
NOT kinked or pinched. Do not forget the fibre washer (2) under the centre screw.
• Check, by looking from the side between the CPU and MDA boards, that the black and red
tubes run at a 45° angle down behind the large capacitor.
• Fit a new plastic cable tie to the external battery input cable.
6.6 Assembling the motor unit in the casing
• Carefully bend out the rear edge of the lower casing in the direction of the arrow
(see figure) fit the motor unit into the lower casing. Secure in place with the three
screws inserted from underneath the lower casing.
• Connect the ribbon cable and the black ground wire to the CPU board. Fit the upper
casing. Fit the front and rear panels and secure with the four cap head socket screws
(2 mm key) (2 pcs in each panel) and the wing bolt for the power cord strain relief.

Service Manual PV 401 MOTOR UNIT
7 MOTOR UNIT
7.1 Construction
Pos. Description
1 Bellows
2 Bellows clamps
3 Air channel block assembly
4 Air pressure nipple for regulator sensor G2
5 Air pressure nipple for exhalation valve, internal
6 Base plate
7 Air pressure nipple for exhalation valve, patient circuit
8 Nipple for measuring pressure in patient circuit
9 Patient air outlet
10 Bellows end cover
13 Slotted disc
14 Opto-switch
15 Motor

MOTOR UNIT Service Manual PV 401
7.2 Inspecting/Replacing the drive belts
This operation is carried out with the main unit removed from the casing.
See Chapter 6 for instructions on removing the main unit.
• Check that the drive belts are undamaged and have not become slack.
Replace the belts at each service.
• Reassemble the main unit and casing. See Chapter 6.
7.3 Lubricating the drive screw

The drive screw can be lubricated without removing the casing.
• Remove the protection plug (3) from underneath the lower casing.
• Remove the aluminium plug (2) using two screwdrivers.
• Apply grease of type BREAS 240 AZ to the inside of the felt sleeve (1).
• Fit the felt sleeve and press the protection plug back into place.

7.4 Replacing the membranes in the check valves
This operation is carried out with the motor unit removed from the casing. See Chapter 6
for instructions.
Before starting work make sure you have at hand a Service kit for check valves which
contains, 1 pce membrane and 1 pce O-ring for 22 mm hose connector and 2 drive belts.
7.4.1 Replacing the membrane in the patient air outlet
2 (4x) 3
• Remove the patient air outlet (1) by removing the four screws (2).
• Remove the membrane (3) by carefully pulling it over the screw head.
• Wipe the membrane seat clean using a moist rag.
• Carefully fit the new membrane over the screw head.
• Make sure that the new membrane lies flat against its surface.
• Fit a new O-ring (4) to the patient air outlet (1).
• Reassemble in the reverse order.

7.4.2 Replacing the membrane in the air channel block assembly
3
5 (4x)
• Remove the circuit board package comprising the filter, MDA and CPU boards. See
Chapter 6 for instructions.
• Leave all tubes and cables in place.
• Remove the hose clamp (1) from the top cover.
• Loosen the screw (2) for the lower clamp that holds the rubber damper band (3). Unhook
the damper band and let it hang from the top clamp.
• Unscrew and remove the top cover (4) complete with the drive screw.
• Remove the four Allen bolts (5) and bolt (6).
• The air channel block assembly (7) can now be removed.

• Remove the membrane (1) by carefully pulling it over the screw head.
• Wipe the membrane seat (2) clean using a moist rag.
• Carefully fit the new membrane over the screw head.
• Make sure that the new membrane lies flat against its surface.
• Reassemble in reverse order. Do not forget to fit the O-ring (3) and rubber seal (4).
• Perform a leakage test to check the function of the check valve.

7.5 Leakage check of tubes and bellows,
This operation is carried out with the main unit removed from the casing. See Chapter 6
for instructions.
• Connect the main unit with the patient circuit to a test lung/reservoir bag.
Te st lung / R es erv oir bag
PV 401

• Connect the LCD board to the CPU on the main unit.
• Check that the bellows has not worked loose from its end covers.
• Check that the hose clamps are properly tightened.
• Connect the mains power supply or an external 24 V battery and switch on.
• Set the following parameters:
Pressure 40 mbar
Rate 6 BPM
Insp.time 5.0 seconds
Mode PCV
• Check that the motor stops when the pressure has reached 40 mbar. If there is any
leakage, the motor will continue to work to compensate for the air leakage. The tidal
volume should be less than 0.05 litre.
T he slo tted d isc stop s ro tatin g

w h e n th e in spira tio n p h a se
rea ch e s 40 m ba r.

7.6 Replacing the drive screw assembly
This operation should only be performed by personnel who have attended an appropriate
Breas training course and have access to the special tools required. BREAS MEDICAL
recommends the use of exchange units rather than attempting to replace the drive screw
assembly.
The circuit board package should be removed from the Motor Unit before starting this
operation, see Chapter 6 for instructions.
7.6.1 Removing the drive screw assembly
• Separate the Motor unit from the circuit board package, see Chapter 6.
3
5 (4 x)
• Remove the circuit board package comprising the filter, MDA and CPU boards.
See Chapter 6 for instructions.
• Leave all tubes and cables in place.
• Remove the hose clamp (1) from the top cover.

• Loosen the screw (2) for the lower clamp that holds the rubber damper band (3).
Unhook the damper band and let it hang from the top clamp.
• Unscrew and remove the top cover (4) complete with the drive screw.
• Remove the four Allen bolts (5) and bolt (6).
• Turn the unit over and cut the plastic cable tie for the external battery input cable.
• The air channel block assembly (7) can now be removed.
3 16
5 (4x)
15
2
14
13 (4 x ) 12
6
11 (3 x )
10
8 (2 x )
7
• Remove the two drive belts (8).
• Remove the aluminium cap (9) using two screwdrivers.
• Remove the felt sleeve (10).
• Unscrew the three stop screws (11) (Allen key 2 mm) so that approx. 2 mm of thread
is showing.
• Using a suitable puller and a counterhold for the drive sleeve, approx. 18 mm diameter,
pull off the pulley wheel (12) taking care that none of the components are damaged.
• The drive sleeve assembly can now be knocked out from underneath using a plastic
hammer.

• To remove the lower bearing, unscrew the four screws (13) holding the black plastic
ring (14). Work the bearing (15) up with a flat screwdriver.
• To remove the drive screw from the top cover, grip the screw firmly in a vice (with
protective jaw covers) and unscrew the centre screw (16). Note! Lock fluid is used at
assembly which can make loosening difficult.
7.6.2 Installing the drive screw assembly
• Fit the lower bearing (15) in the recess under the bottom cover. Fit the black plastic
ring (14) and fasten with the four screws (13).
• Arrange good support for the base plate. Apply a little grease to the sleeve assembly
and from above, press it down through the lower bearing making sure the upper
bearing seats properly in the recess provided. Note! If the sleeve is being reused,
remove any rough edges caused by the locking screws for the pulley wheel.
• To fit the pulley wheel (12), turn the Motor unit upside down. Note! Inspect the pulley
wheel grooves for damage before fitting. Remove one of the stop screws. Arrange for
a suitable counterhold for the drive sleeve so that the red plastic insert does not get
damaged. Press on the pulley wheel. Align the screw hole with one of the recesses in
the drive sleeve. With the hole aligned, tighten the other two stop screws. Screw in
the third screw and tighten.
• Before installing the air channel block assembly, replace the membranes for the check
valve and O-rings. See Section 7.4.
• Install the air channel block assembly and fasten with the four Allen bolts (5) from
above the bottom cover and bolt (6).
• Grip the new screw firmly in a vice (with protective jaw covers). Apply a little lock fluid
to the centre screw threads. Align the top cover centre screw hole and fit the centre
screw. Tighten using normal hand pressure.
• Apply a little grease to the drive screw. Screw in the top cover assembly all the way
down. This is to ensure that grease gets applied to the threads in the drive sleeve.
• Unscrew the top cover assembly and remove any excess grease from the top of the
drive sleeve. Make sure the drive sleeve threads are greased.
• Screw in the top cover assembly again.
• Hook the rubber damper band under the lower clamp and tighten the clamp screw.
• Pull the bellows up around the top cover and fit the hose clamp.
• Before fitting, apply grease type BREAS 240 AZ to the inside of the felt sleeve (10).
• Fit the aluminium cap (9). Fit a new O-ring if necessary.
• Finally, fit two new drive belts (8).
• The Motor unit should be tested for 24 hours before it is installed in a machine.


Service Manual PV 401 ELECTRONICS
8 ELECTRONICS
8.1 Function, construction
The electronics, optics, mechanics and pneumatics in the PV 401 are integrated. To fully
understand the electronics used in the Breas PV 401, you must know how to use the
ventilator, have studied the air flow diagram and acquainted yourself with the mechanical
construction.
The block diagram (PV401T1) below shows how the electronics are arranged and how they
are connected to other components.

ELECTRONICS Service Manual PV 401
The electronics of the PV 401 comprises 5 printed circuit boards, the motor with sensor, rear
panel with connectors, and the transformer.
Pos. No Component Location

1 LCD board Inside the upper casing
2 CPU board On the Motor unit
3 MDA board On the Motor unit
4 Hour meter board Rear panel
5 Filter board Underneath the Motor unit
6 Motor with sensor On the Motor unit
7 Power socket, voltage selector, etc Rear panel
8 Transformer Underneath the Motor unit

8.2 Description of circuit boards
8.2.1 LCD board
R74
All pushbuttons, the LCD display, LEDs and bar indicator for the pressure gauge are mounted
on this board.
The LCD display contrast can be adjusted by R74 (underneath the board) without removing
the board.
8.2.2 CPU board
The master processor U2 has its program stored in EPROM U6. U2 reads all button presses,
stores all settings in its integrated eeprom memory, presents the settings on the display and
controls the LEDs.
The values are saved just prior to the next breath and the display flashes once. U2 manages
all alarm functions, such as low and high pressure, low volume, low power, etc.
The pressure sensors, G1, which monitors and presents the patient air pressure, and G2,
which is used for regulating the pressure, are located here.
The magnetic valves MV1 and MV2 are located underneath the board.
MV1 is used for calibration of the zero pressure level for the pressure sensor G1.
When the trigger function is activated, G1 is auto-calibrated between each breath.
MV2 is used as a safety valve at high pressure alarm.

8.2.3 MDA board
Motor control, charging of alarm batteries and part of the power supply is done from the MDA
board.
The transformer supplies CN6 on the MDA board, via the filter board, with 18 VAC rectified. If
an external 24 VDC supply is connected, the supply is fed via the filter board to CN6.
At switch-on, relay K1 supplies the rest of the MDA board and other boards with power.
Motor control is managed by the slave processor U28, control circuit U30 and the transistors
MF1-MF6.
U 28 calculates the moment the motor started based on the settings and regulates towards
the set patient pressure with the help of G2.
The reflection sensor for the motor registers the home position. The opto switch counts the
number of pulses given through the rotating slotted disc on the shaft of the motor to register
many revolutions the motor has made and from this, calculate how far the bellows has
travelled. The estimated tidal volume, which is shown in the display, is calculated using the
number of pulses counted after each breath

8.2.4 Hour meter board
This board comprises the hour meter LCD display (1), the alarm buzzer (2), the trim
potentiometer (3) to adjust the sound level with, and the analog (4) and digital (5) connectors.
1 2 3
4 5
8.2.5 Filter board
This board comprises the filter used to prevent electro-magnetic interference both to and
from the ventilator. Also located here is the relay which disconnects the external battery
when mains power is available.

8.3 Wiring diagram, test points
9 P O L E P a n d u it C E 10 0 F 2 4 -9
1 A node RE D
1
Hom e 2 C athode
4 E mitter
BLA CK
2
p o sitio n 3 C ollector W H IT E
3
G P 1L03
4
CN 5
BLU E 5
W H IT E 6 CN 2 CN 7
E nc o d er RE D 7
BLA CK 8
O PB930W 51 G REE N 9
5 P O L E P a n d u it C E 10 0 F 2 4 -5
MDA CPU LC D
RE D 1
CM 2 CN 1
BLA CK 2
O RAN G E 3
Y E L LO W 4
R E L IA N C E
M O TO R CN 4
W H IT E 5
3 P O L E P a n d u it C E 10 0 F 2 4 -3
PU RP LE 6
BLU E 7
M a in s CN 6
CN 3
BR OW N 8
inp u t
FUS E
F 315 m AL TR ANS FOR M ER
F ilte r b oa r d 4 P O L E P a n d u it
C E 1 0 0 F 24 - 4 CN 1
Y E L LO W RE D RE D
1 3
11 5 /2 3 0 V
B atte ry G REE N CN 8 TM
RE D
inp u t BLU E
BLA CK
2 4 RE D
1 3 RE D DB 1
F U S E F 3 .1 5 m A L
RE D CN 9
BLA CK 2 4 BLA CK DB 2

8.4 Main cabling diagram
R74

8.5 Test points
Test point Voltage name Status Measured value Adj. pot.
MDA board:
TP 1 (TC2, 9&10) GND
TP 2 (TC2, 2&6) Unregulated on 20-32 VDC -
TP 3 (TC2, 3) 24 V on 24 VDC -
TP 4 (TC2, 4) 12 V on 12 VDC -
TP 5 (TC2, 5) 5V on 5 VDC -
(TC2, 7) +NET mains 20 - 32VDC -
BT1 (TC2, 1) Alarm battery off, mains 7.8 ± 0.5 VDC -
(TC2, 8) +EXT ext.batt connected 24VDC
CPU board:
TP 6 (TC1, 2) 5V on 5 VDC -
TP 7 (TC1, 1) 9V on 9 VDC -
TP 8 (TC1, 5-10) GND
TP 9 (TC1, 3) Pressure amplifier G1 on P=0 mbar 1.0 VDC R31,(R45)
P=30 mbar 4.0 VDC
TP 10 (TC1, 4) Pressure amplifier G2 on P=10 mbar 1.0 VDC R32,(R46)
P=30 mbar 3.0 VDC

8.6 Calibration of pressure sensors
PV 401 has two pressure sensors, G1 and G2. G1 monitors the pressure at the exhalation
valve and displays the value on the pressure gauge. G2 is the pressure regulator sensor.
Let the ventilator run with a test lung connected (with the compliance high enough so
that at a pressure of 40 mbar, the volume is no larger than 1.2 litre) for 30 minutes so
that it is well warmed-up.
PV 401 m bar

T P8 : G n d
T P9 : G 1
R 31 : G 1 O ffs et
R 45 : G 1 G a in
R 32 : G 2 O ffs et
R 46 : G 2 G a in
Adjusting the pressure regulator sensor G2

Pressure 40 mbar
Rate 6 BPM
Plateau max pos. to the right
Mode PCV
• Make sure that the pressure, at each breath, stabilises at 40 - 41 mbar.

If not, adjust R46.
• Set the PV 401 pressure to 6 mbar.
• Check that the pressure, at each breath, stabilises at 6 - 6.5 mbar.

If not, adjust R32.
• Repeat steps 1-4 until both pressures are maintained without any adjustment.

Adjusting the pressure-measuring sensor G1
• Connect the ventilator as for adjustment of G2

Pressure 30 mbar
Rate 6 BPM
Plateau max position to the right
Mode PCV
• Make sure that the pressure, at each breath, stabilises at approx. 30 mbar.
If not, adjust R45.
PRESSURE
0 10 20 30 40
mbar cm H 2O
• Disconnect the patient circuit for the ventilator.

• Check that the voltage at tp9 (see fig.) is 0.97 V (± 0.02 V). If not, adjust R31.
• Repeat steps 1-4 until both pressures are maintained without any further adjustment.

8.7 Check of battery operation
This procedure checks battery operation and low external battery voltage alarm.
Pressure: 6 mbar
Rate: 8
Insp.time: 3 seconds
Mode PCV
• Connect a 1 litre test bladder with an exhalation valve.
• Connect an adjustable DC power supply unit to the external 24V socket of the ventilator.
• Set the voltage to 24V.
• Switch on the ventilator, and make sure the LED in the ON/OFF button flashes.
• When the external battery voltage drops to 22.5V (± 0.2V) the low battery voltage alarm will
start.
• Run the ventilator and slowly reduce the voltage to 22.5V.
• Check that a “power alarm” is given as an audible signal every 5th second at 22.5 V (± 0.2 V).
• Again, slowly reduce the voltage down to 22.0 V. Check that the ventilator switches off at
22.0 V(± 0.2 V) and that the red LED for “POWER” is lit.

8.8 Replacing the alarm battery
The alarm battery should be replaced after 5 years from the delivery date and then every
5th year.
The alarm batteries are located on the MDA board and provide power for the Mains power
failure and Low voltage alarms.
A larm b attery
Jum per J1
• Disconnect the mains power supply and any external battery. Remove jumper J1 from
the MDA board.
• Remove the filter board (2 screws) (1).
• Leave all the wires in place. This makes it easier to get access with a soldering iron.
• Clip the two plus pins of the outer battery (Y). Unsolder the battery from the minus pole.
• Unclip the other battery.
C le an so ld er fro m holes
• Unsolder the clipped-off pins and suck away any remaining solder from the holes.
• Fit the new batteries and solder them in place.
• Fit the printed circuit board.
• Fit the jumper J1

• Make a test start.
• The PV 401 checks, at each start cycle, the condition of the alarm batteries.
• If a fault occurs with the alarm batteries, the ventilator will not start and the LED for
“POWER” will light and error message FAIL 08 is displayed. If this should happen after
replacing the batteries, let the ventilator remain switched on for a few hours, running
from the mains supply, so that the batteries are charged.
• Restart the ventilator.
• With the ventilator running from the mains supply, pull out the power cord. The red LED
“POWER” should light and an audible alarm be given. When the power supply is
reconnected, the ventilator should re-start normally.

8.9 Electrical safety precautions
Electrical safety measuring must be taken according to IEC 601. However, the insulation
resistance can be measured instead of the voltage test specified by the standard.
The measurements can be done using an automatic electrical safety tester. All tests must be
done according to class II type BF.
Supply voltage
Note the power voltage reading. As the currents measured are directly in relation to the supply
voltage, the voltage must be noted for each service check. This allows all measurements made
on the same ventilator to be compared with measurements made on different occasions.
Insulation
The insulation resistance is measured using a 500 VDC power supply. The most suitable
method is to connect the plus lead to both the ventilator power socket pins and the minus lead
to the casing or patient air connector. The measurements taken during the delivery inspection
provide the reference values with which measurements taker during later services are
compared. If no reference values are available, then the value for the insulation resistance
should be > 20MΩ.
Leakage currents
Leakage currents are measured at different parts of the ventilator using an RC circuit to
ground.
The measurements are taken partly at normal case (NC) and at the single fault condition
(SFC). Reverse the polarity of the power supply and note the lowest value.
Leakage currents to ground must not exceed the stated limit values.
Leakage currents from the casings

Measured at an unpainted point, e.g. the head of a screw.
Limit values: NC….< 0.1mA

SFC...< 0.5mA
Break neutral for SFC.
Patient leakage currents

Measured between the patient connector and ground.
Limit: values NC....< 0.1mA

SFC...< 0.5mA
Break neutral for SFC.
Leakage currents with mains power supply at the patient connected part
This test must be done using an automatic electrical safety tester that has this function.
See the safety instruction for the tester.
Limit value: SFC...< 5mA

8.10 Upgrading the software
The software is contained in EPROM U6 and processor U28.
• Remove the casing, see chapter 6.
• Make sure you have the correct tool to pull the PLCC capsule from its socket.
• Disconnect the mains supply, and if connected, the external battery supply.
• Remove the jumper J1 for the alarm battery.
• Remove U6 and fit the new software
• Remove the three screws holding the CPU board .
• Remove the ribbon cable.
• Carefully lift up the front edge of the CPU board.
• Pull out U28 using a PLCC puller and replace with the new version software.
• Reassemble in the reverse order.
• Check that the magnetic valves underneath the CPU board are not pinched.
Note! Do not forget to fit jumper J1!

8.11 Upgrading the software to revision MXG
The software revision MXG contains an internal memory and an adjustable low pressure
alarm level.
To upgrade, proceed as follows:
CPU board
Besides replacing memory chip U6, memory chip U41 must also be installed. Make sure
the chips are installed in the right directions, see figure.
U 6 M XG
U 41 D allas m em ory ch ip
MDA board
Check that the slave processor has software revision SGP. This can be checked on the
display at start up. If not, replace the chip with version SGP.
Sh ould be revisio n SG P
After installation:
• Start the ventilator.
• Switch off again.
• Press and hold the Function button and start the ventilator in order to access
"Set date and time" mode.

• Set the date and time using the Function key and the - and + buttons.
• Switch off the ventilator when the display shows "TURN OFF PWR"
• To erase the memory, press and hold the + button and start the ventilator. The display
shows the text "DUMP MEM PUSH FUNC TO DUMP". Press the Function button.
The display will now show the text "WAIT DUMP IS ON". When the display shows
"DUMP RDY TURN OFF PWR", press the PSV/PCV Mode button for 10 seconds until
the display shows "MEM CLR RDY TURN OFF PWR". Switch off the ventilator.
• The PV 401 is now ready for use.
• Check that the correct version of the Operating Manual accompanies the ventilator.
This covers the additional functions available with the MXG software.
• For full information about the internal memory, please refer to the PV 401 Calendar
Data Analysis Program manual (Doc. No. 1399).

8.12 Circuit diagrams










8.13 Component positions
8.13.1 CPU board

8.13.2 MDA board

8.13.3 Filter board

8.13.4 LCD board

8.13.5 Hour counter board

8.14 List of components

R1 1k 0805 R68 2k4 1206
R2 1k 0805 R69 2k4 1206
R3 3k9 0805 R70 2k4 1206
R4 3k9 0805 R71 2k4 1206
R5 3M9 0805 R72 220 0805
R6 5x10k 6-PIN SIL R73 10k 0805
R7 * R74 10k TRIM BI 89P
R8 10k 0805 R75 1k 0805
R9 1k 0805 R76 1k 0805
R10 * R77 18 1206
R11 3M9 0805 R78 3M9 0805
R12 56k 0805 R79 5x10k 6-PIN SIL
R13 2k2 0805 R80 1k 0805
R14 10 0805 R81 10k 0805
R15 47 0.25W 4MOD R82 10k 1% 0805
R16 2k2 0805 R83 10k 1% 0805
R17 2k2 0805 R84 *
R18 10k 0805 R85 1k 1% 0805
R19 10k 0805 R86 1k 1% 0805
R20 10k 0805 R87 220 0805
R21 180 0805 R88 20k 0805
R22 180 0805 R89 2k2 0805
R23 180 0805 R90 2k2 0805
R24 180 0805 R91 20k 0805
R25 390 0805 R92 6k8 0805
R26 390 0805 R93 4k7 0805
R27 39k 0805 R94 100 0805
R28 39k 0805 R95 1k 0.5W 4MOD
R29 33k 0805 R96 1k 0.5W 4MOD
R30 33k 0805 R97 1k 0.5W 4MOD
R31 50k TRIM BI 89P R98 1k5 0.5W 4MOD
R32 50k TRIM BI 89P R99 1k5 0.5W 4MOD
R33 1M 0805 R100 1k5 0.5W 4MOD
R34 1M 0805 R101 470 0.5W 4MOD
R35 1M 0805 R102 470 0.5W 4MOD
R36 1M 0805 R103 470 0.5W 4MOD
R37 100k 0805 R104 220 0805
R38 100k 0805 R105 220 0805
R39 100k 0805 R106 120k 0805
R40 100k 0805 R107 120k 0805
R41 100k 0805 R108 0.1 4W 9MOD
R42 100k 0805 R109 10k 0805
R43 100k 0805 R110 3k3 0805
R44 100k 0805 R111 220 0805
R45 20k TRIM BI 89P R112 100k 0805
R46 20k TRIM BI 89P R113 1k 0805
R47 220 0805 R114 10k 0805
R48 470 0805 R115 10k 0805
R49 100k 0805 R116 1k 0805
R50 1k 0805 R117 1k 0805
R51 10k 0805 R118 39 0.5W 4MOD
R52 100k 0805 R119 2k2 0805
R53 4k7 1% 1206 R120 470 0805
R54 820 0.25W 4MOD R121 10k 0805
R55 820 0.25W 4MOD R122 10k 0805
R56 20k 0805 R123 10k 0805
R57 10k 0805 R124 10k 0805
R58 10k 0805 R125 10k 0805
R59 2k4 1206 R126 10k 0805
R60 2k4 1206 R127 4k7 0805
R61 2k4 1206 R128 10k 0805
R62 2k4 1206 R129 470 0805
R63 2k4 1206 R130 100 0805
R64 2k4 1206 R131 1k5 1W 4MOD
R65 2k4 1206 R132 2k2 0805
R66 2k4 1206 R133 20k 0805
R67 2k4 1206 R134 10 0.6W 4MOD

R135 10 0.6W 4MOD C50 10u/50 RAD 1MOD

R136 10 0.6W 4MOD C51 u1/50 0805
R137 4k7 0805 C52 100u/50 RAD 2MOD ELLYT
R138 4k7 0805 C53 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R139 4k7 0805 C54 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R140 * C55 1u/50 RAD 1MOD (OBS ELLYT)
R141 * C56 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R142 1k5 0805 C57 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R143 39 0.6W 4MOD C58 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R144 1k 1% 0805 C59 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R145 10k 1% 0805 C60 1u/35 RAD 1MOD
R146 10k 1% 0805 C61 3300/50 RAD 4MOD
R147 10k 1% 0805 C62 1u/250 RAD 11MOD
R148 10k 1% 0805 C63 100u/50 RAD 2MOD
R149 2k2 0805 C64 10u/16 6032
R150 2k4 1206 C65 100u/16 AXIAL 6MOD
R151 2k2 0805 C66 10n/50 0805
R152 2k4 1206 C67 10u/16 6032
R153 10k 0805 C68 10n/63 RAD 1MOD PHILIPS 62908
R154 10k 0805 C69 10n/200 POLY 2MOD
R155 10k 0805 C70 10n/200 POLY 2MOD
R156 10k 0805 C71 10n/200 POLY 2MOD
C1 1u/35 RAD 1MOD C72 u68/63 POLY 6MOD
C4 10n/50 0805 C75 u68/63 POLY 6MOD
C5 15p/50 0805 C76 15p/63 0805
C6 15p/50 0805 C77 100u/50 RAD 2MOD ELLYT
C7 1u/35 RAD 1MOD C78 1u/250 RAD 11MOD
C8 1u/35 RAD 1MOD C79 1n/63 0805
C9 1u/35 RAD 1MOD C80 680n/100 RAD 6MOD
C10 10n/50 0805 C81 680n/100 RAD 6MOD
C11 100u/16 RAD 1MOD C82 10n/63 0805
C12 1u/35 RAD 1MOD C83 - 0.033u/250V RIFA X2-PME271
C13 1u/35 RAD 1MOD CT1 NTC PHILIPS 640/3977-10k
C14 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D1 BAS45 DIODE 4MOD
C15 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D2 1N4002 DIODE 4MOD
C17 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D4 4V3/0.5W ZENER 4MOD
C18 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D5 BZW06-6V4 ZENER 4MOD
C19 27p/50 0805 D6 BZW06-6V4 ZENER 4MOD
C20 150p/50 0805 D7 BZW06-6V4 ZENER 4MOD
C21 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D8 BZW06-6V4 ZENER 4MOD
C22 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D9 BZW06-10B ZENER 4MOD
C23 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D10 BZW06-10B ZENER 4MOD
C25 1n/50 0805 D12 5V6/0.5W ZENER 4MOD
C26 1n/50 0805 D13 1N4148 DIODE SOD87
C27 1n/50 0805 D14 SLH34MG LED
C28 1n/50 0805 D15 SLH34MG LED
C29 10u/16 6032 D16 SLH34MG LED
C30 10n/50 RAD 1MOD PHILLIPS 62908 D17 SLH34MG LED
C31 1u/35 3528 D18 SLH34MG LED
C32 1u/35 3528 D19 SLH34MG LED
C33 1u/35 3528 D20 SLH34MG LED
C34 1u/35 3528 D21 SLH34MG LED
C35 1u/35 3528 D22 SLH34MG LED
C36 1u/35 3528 D23 SLH34VR LED
C37 10u/16 6032 D24 SLH34VR LED
C38 10u/16 RAD 1MOD D25 1N4148 DIODE SOD87
C39 10n/50 0805 D26 1N4148 DIODE SOD87
C40 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D27 1N4148 DIODE SOD87
C41 15p/50 0805 D28 *
C42 15p/50 0805 D29 60S1/6A1 DIODE 7MOD
C43 10n/50 0805 D30 1N5822 DIODE 7MOD
C45 10n/50 RAD 1MOD PHILIPS 62908 D32 1N4148 DIODE SOD87
C46 100p/50 0805 D33-D37 *
C47 1u/35 RAD 1MOD D38 *
C49 1n/50 0805 D40 BAS45 DIODE 4MOD

D41 BAT42 DIODE 4MOD L1 20uH/2A SIEMENS B82134-A5202M

D42 DAP401 5-PIN DIODENET X1 4.0MHz HC49/4H
D43 BZW06-26 ZENER 4MOD X2 32.768kHz RAD 1MOD, SOLDERED TO PCB
D44 1N4002 DIODE 4MOD X3 8.0MHz HC49
D45 9V1/5W ZENER 7MOD B1 BR64 RECTIFIER
D46 SLH34MG LED MV1,MV2 MAGNETVALVE PNEUTRONICS 1094 ohm
D47 1N4002 DIODE 4MOD LC1 32x128-LCD SEIKO G1213
D48 1N4002 DIODE 4MOD M1 24V-TIMEMETER CURTIS 701P
D49 SLH34VR LED (Note, Not yet fitted) L1-L3 *
D50 1N4148 DIODE 4MOD CC1-CC4 2x4.2mH SCHAFFNER
D51 BZW06-33B ZENER 4MOD RN214-2/02-4.2mH
D52 * PZ1 QFP-03A BUZZER STAR MICRONICS
Q1 BC847B SOT23 SW1 RF15-AG RAFI-SWITCH WITH
Q2 BC847B SOT23 2 GREEN LEDS
Q3 BC847B SOT23 SW2 RF15-AG RAFI-SWITCH WITH
Q4 * 1 GREEN LED
Q5 BC847B SOT23 SW3 RF15-OBEL-AG RAFI-SWITCH WITHOUT LED
Q6 BC857B SOT23 (Note! PNP) SW4 RF15-OBEL-AG RAFI-SWITCH WITHOUT LED
Q7 * SW5 RF15-OBEL-AG RAFI-SWITCH WITHOUT LED
Q8 BC847B SOT23 K1 SGR282-24VDC RELAY ELESTA
Q9 BC847B SOT23 K2 SGR282-24VDC RELAY ELESTA
U1 CD40106 SO16 DB1 9-POL DSUB MALE
U2 68HC11A1FN 52PLCC IN SOCKET DB2 9-POL DSUB FEM.
U3 MC34064P-5 SOT23 CN1 40-POL HEADER
U4 REF02 DIP8 CN2 34-POL STRIP
U5 74HC573 SO20 CN3 14-POL HEADER
U6 27C256 DIP28 IN SOCKET CN4 8-POL STRIP 2.54 PANDUIT
U7 74HC00 SO14 CN5 9-POL STRIP 2.54 PANDUIT
U8 74HC138 SO16 CN6 4-POL STRIP 3.96 PANDUIT
U9 ULN2003AD SO16 CN7 34-POL STRIP
U10 * CN8,CN9 4-POL TERMINAL WAGO 256-404
U11 CD4060 SO16 CM1 14-POL TRANSITION CONNECTOR
U12 HD6350 DIP24 CM1B 14-POL IDC FEM. 14-STRAINRELIEF
U13 MAX232CWE SO16L CM2 40-POL TRANSITION CONNECTOR
U14 7805UC TO220 CM2B 40-POL IDC FEM. 40-STRAINRELIEF
U15 7809UC TO220 TC1,TC2 10-POL HEADER
U16 LM224J DIP14 JP1,JP2 8-POL PLUG WEIDMULLER 15-00159742-1
U17 LM224J DIP14 JP3 4-POL PLUG WEIDMULLER 15-00159738-1
U18 CD4093 SO14 VR1 RXE040 POLYSWITCH RAYCHEM
U19 CD4027 SO16 VR2 30/38V VARISTOR SIEMENS S10K30
U20 LM3914N DIP18 RF1-RF10 -10nF EMIFIL MURATA DSS306-91FZ103N100
U21 LM3914N DIP18 RF11 RIBBON-FERRITE FERRITE 0443166651
U22 74HC574 SO20 RF12-RF13 - FERRITE MURATA BL02RN1-R62
U23 74HC574 SO20 BT1,BT2 3.6V/110mAh NiCd VARTA 3/V100R-LP1+2
U24 ULN2003AD SO16 G1,G2 MPX10DP PRESSURESENSOR
U25 ULN2003AD SO16 MOTOROLA
U26 TL061CP DIP8 TP1-TP11 TESTPOINT VERO 20-2136
U27 ICL7662CPA DIP8 J1,J2 JUMPER (1/18)
U28 MC68HC811E2FN 52PLCC IN SOCKET LB1,LB2 10-LEDBAR GREEN
U29 LM324D SO14 MF1-MF3 BDX34C TO220
U30 MC33035P DIP24 3MOD MF4-MF6 MTP5N20 TO220
U31 MAX510BCPE DIP16 DF1-DF3 UF4004 DIODE 4MOD
U32 * P1 500 1T TRIM BECKMAN 72P
U33 74HC393 SO14 SOCKET FOR G1,G2 (8/20)
U34 7824UC TO220 SOCKET FOR U2,U28 52-POL PLCC
U35 7812UC TO220 RIBBON CABLE 14-POL FOR CM1
U36 7805UC TO220 RIBBON CABLE 40-POL FOR CM2
U37 78L12 TO92 RIBBON CABLE 34-POL FOR CN2-CN7
U38 74HC138 SO16 ALL 1u/35 RAD 1MOD ARE TANTALUM
U39 74HC32 SO14 ALL 10u/16 RAD 1MOD ARE TANTALUM
U40 74HC21 SO14
U41 GR3281 NVRAM DIP28
Note:
All 1mod-tantal-capacitors shall be “kemet type t350”.
All LEDs shall be specified type.
Components other than specified are not allowed,
All capacitors shall have specified module raster.
Maximum length of all resistors, except r108 is 8mm; mounted on 4mm-raster.
Ni-Cd batteries bt1, bt2 cannot be wave soldered (short circuit).


Service Manual PV 401 FAULT TRACING
9 FAULT TRACING
9.1 Fault tracing
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIAL ACTION SEE CH.

LED for “ POWER” is on The power cord is not Connect the power cord. 2
and the ventilator alarms properly connected.
at start-up.
Measure the voltage at If there is voltage, replace the 8
contact CN6 (MDA board) MDA board,
across pins 3 and 4. or
Voltage should be 18 VAC If there no voltage, check the
filter board and transformer.
Mains fuse blown. Replace the fuse. 2

Will not run from external External batteries are Charge the batteries 2
battery supply. discharged.
External battery cable is Connect the cable / measure and 2

not connected properly or replace if faulty.
is faulty.
Ext. batt. fuse in rear Replace the fuse. 2

panel has blown.
If the fuse blows Check the polarity. 2

immediately after
connecting the ext.
battery cable.
With the battery If the voltage is OK, replace the 8

connected, measure the MDA board.
voltage between TP1 and If there is no voltage, check the
pin 2 on CN6. It should be wiring and filter board. Replace if
approx. 24 VDC. faulty.
The ventilator does not Leakage from patient Check the tubes, mask and 2
give adequate circuit/mask. exhalation valve for leakage.
pressure/volume.
Internal leakage from Perform a leakage test. 3
tubes, bellows or check
valves.
Filters dirty. Replace white filter, wash grey 2

filters.
Pressure indicator shows Internal supply tube Check the tubes and connectors. 5
no pressure reading. blocked.
MDA board faulty. Check by connecting a voltmeter 8

to the pressure outlet on the rear
panel if a change in pressure
causes a change in the voltage.
P = 0 cm H2O gives 1V
P = 30 cm H2O gives 4V
If OK, replace the LCD board
If not, replace the CPU
board.

FAULT TRACING Service Manual PV 401
9.2 Error codes
If the PV 401 has the MXG software installed (see section 8.10) an Error Code memory
is provided which can store the last 20 error codes generated. (Earlier software will only
show the current error code and this information is lost once the machine is switched off.)
The error codes provide useful information when fault-finding or carrying out service
work. To read the error codes, proceed as follows:
• Press and hold the minus button.
• Start the ventilator, keeping the minus button pressed.
• The display will now show the message FAIL MEM. PUSH FUNC TO SHOW
• Press the Function button.
• The latest error code stored is shown first. The information given is YEAR, MONTH,
DAY, HOUR, MINUTE, the text FAIL and the error code itself, see below for
explanations.
• Press the function button to page back through the error codes to the earliest code
stored.
• After the last code has been displayed, the message; SHOW FAIL RDY, is shown.
Switch the ventilator off.
9.2.1 Table of Error Codes
The table below shows each error code, its meaning and the action required to remedy
the situation. Where the Action Required column contains more than one action they are
listed in the order they should be carried out e.g. if recommended action No. 1 does not
solve the problem proceed with action No. 2 and so on.
Refer to Chapter 6 for information about removing the different boards etc.
Error
code Explanation Action required
00 Slave processor does not answer. 1 Replace ribbon cable between
CPU - MDA board.
2 Replace MDA board.
3 Replace CPU board.
01 Movement of bellows failed to start. 1 If ventilator is cold, let it warm up.
2 Replace motor.
02 Slave processor answer fail. 1 Replace ribbon cable between
CPU - MDA board.
03 Movement of bellows failed. 1 If ventilator is cold, let it warm up.
2 Replace motor.
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Service Manual PV 401 FAULT TRACING
04 Master processor EEPROM failure. Replace CPU board.

05 Master processor RAM failure. Replace CPU board.
06 Master processor program failure. Replace CPU board.
07 Master processor failure. Replace CPU board.
08 Alarm battery low. 1 Connect to mains for charging.
09 Motor pulse counter failure. 3 Replace motor.
10 Master processor program IC failure. Replace CPU board.
11 Mains power low. If mains power is OK, replace MDA board.
21 Cannot find home position. Check home position sensor/
replace motor unit.
22 Communication error 1 Replace CPU board.
31 Pressure transducer/amplifier #1 failure. Replace CPU board.
32 Pressure transducer/amplifier #2 failure. Replace CPU board.
33 Motor stop signal path diode D25 Replace MDA board.
failure.
34 Motor stop signal path diode D27 Replace MDA board.
failure.
35 Slave processor RAM failure. 1 Replace slave processor.
36 Slave processor failure. 1 Replace slave processor.
37 Master processor measurement failure. Replace CPU board.
38 D/A converter failure. Replace MDA board.
39 Pressure transducer/amplifier failure. 1 Check internal/external tubes.
40 External battery voltage low. Charge/Replace external battery.
41 Pressure measurement failure. 1 Check internal/external tubes.
42 PC communication IC (U12) failure. 1 Replace CPU board.
43 Communication error at serial port. Check the serial cable's connection.
44 PC communication IC failure. 1 Try again.
2 Check PC cable.
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FAULT TRACING Service Manual PV 401
51 NV time does not match. Replace CPU board

52 NV store pointer does not match. Replace CPU board
53 NV store pointer points below NVRAM.. Replace CPU board
54 NV store 10-bit converter counter does Replace CPU board
not match.
55 NV read 10-bit converter counter does Replace CPU board
not match.
56 Calender pointer does not match. Replace CPU board
57 No NVRAM mounted. Replace CPU board

Service Manual PV 401 ENGINEERING CHANGE HISTORY PV 401
10-1 ENGINEERING CHANGE HISTORY PV 401
From serial No. Change made

October 1996 Software upgrade Master MT6, Slave SGI
15 second delay for low volume alarm.
More power to motor on return if bellows go to max.
November 1996 Software upgrade Master MT8, Slave SGJ

More power to motor on return if it does not move.
40416 (July 1997) Software upgrade Master MUE, Slave SGN

50 ml low volume alarm.
40445 (July 1997) Software upgrade Master MUF, Slave SGP

PC connection.
41003 (April 1998) Software upgrade Master MXG, Slave SGP

Internal memory (Dallas).
Adjustable low pressure alarm.
Requires new operating manual.

ENGINEERING CHANGE HISTORY PV 401 Service Manual PV 401

Service record for Breas PV 401 Service Record No:______
Registration
Model: _____________ Serial No. ____________ Inventory No. __________
Accessories: ______________________________________________________________
Delivery date: ____________________ No of operating hours: __________________
Service started: __________________ Signature: ___________________________
Service completed:________________ Signature: ___________________________
Handed over, date:________________ Signature: ___________________________
General checks Read instruction No. OK

Open new service record, Identify the ventilator 3.6.1 ____
Note number of operating hours 3.6.2 ____
Check all markings 3.6.3 ____
Information from user 3.6.4 ____
Check validity of technical documentation 3.6.5 ____
External checks
Inspect for external damage and wear 3.7.1 ____
Check power connection 3.7.2 ____
Run minimum function check 3.7.3 ____
Internal checks
Clean inside ventilator 3.8.1 ____
Check cabling 3.8.2 ____
Check fastening of components 3.8.3 ____
Motor Unit
Check if complete motor unit is to be replaced 6.5 ____
Replace the drive belts 7.2 ____
Lubricate the felt sleeve for drive screw 7.3 ____
Replace the check valve membrane in patient air outlet 7.4.1 ____
Electronics
Power supply 3.8.7 ____
Calibrate the pressure sensor 8.5 ____
Check operation using external battery 8.6 ____
Check if alarm batteries need to be replaced 8.7 ____
After reassembly
Check electrical safety levels 8.8 ____
Leakage test of motor unit and tubes 7.5 ____
Final checks before handing over
Function check 3.9.1 ____
Check low pressure/leakage alarm 3.9.2 ____
Check low volume alarm 3.9.3 ____
Check alarm mute 3.9.4 ____
Check trigger function 3.9.5 ____
Check pressure/rate 3.9.6 ____
Check tidal volume indication 3.9.7 ____
Check external battery operation 3.9.8 ____
Check accessories (where applicable) 3.9.9 ____
Replace/Wash patient filters 3.9.10 ____
Set correct setting for patient 3.9.11 ____
Turn for comments and notes
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Service Manual PV 401 RETURNING PRODUCTS TO BREAS
10-3 RETURNING PRODUCTS TO BREAS
If a product needs to be returned to Breas for any reason, e.g. for service, warranty,
repair or upgrade, the following routine must be followed to ensure that the correct action
is taken and to avoid unnecessary delays.
Pack the product in its original packaging. If this is not available, pack the product in
packaging suitable for the transportation to Breas.
Fill out the Customer part of a Service Report and pack it together with the product. The
Service Report, completed by Breas, will be returned with the product.
A copy of the Service Report is provided on the next page. This can be photocopied and
used as required.
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Service Report
Breas Ref. No:
Customer Name & Address:..............................................................................................
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Our Ref. No:
Reference: ............................................. Ref. No. ....................................................
Model: ........................... Serial No:........................ Running time ........................h
Error /Complaint / Accessories
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Date received by BREAS:...................... Signature...................................................
Repair Warranty Update Charge Other
Action taken:
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Parts used Pcs Price
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Date returned to customer: ________________ Signature:____________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Service Manual PV401

2. OPERATING MANUAL (Reference copy)

3. MAINTENANCE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................1

6. DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLING THE PV 401 ..................................................1

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9. FAULT TRACING ................................................................................................... 1

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1.1 Intended use of the ventilator

1.2 Design and function of the ventilator

1.3 The scope of this manual

1.4 Intended audience

1.5 Service personnel's training requirements

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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES .............................................................................2

5 DETAILED FUNCTION DESCRIPTION....................................................................9

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6 FUNCTION CHECKS ............................................................................................. 22

10 CLEANING, FILTER REPLACEMENT AND SERVICE.......................................... 31

11 FAULT TRACING ................................................................................................... 32

13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PV 401 ................................................................ 34

14 PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM ......................................................................................... 35

15 PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAS PERSONAL VENTILATOR PV 401...... 36

PATIENT SETTINGS .................................................................................................... 37

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In PCV mode (Pressure Controlled Ventilation) the ventilator provides assisted/controlled

Explanation of label symbols under the ventilator:

Read the Operating Manual thoroughly before connection to the patient.

Class II equipment; dual isolation.

CE marking applies according to the directive MDD 93/42/EEC.

TÜV approved according to IEC 601-1, EN 794-2.

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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES

• Adjustments to settings may only be carried out by authorised clinic personnel.

• Before use, a function check must be performed.

• Do not use a steam autoclave to sterilise the ventilator.

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3.3 Connecting the tubes

3.4 Mains power supply

To change the voltage setting

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3.5 Replacing the fuse

There is a spare fuse in the holder.

3.6 Power cord

• Connect the power cord to the power socket . Only use a

• Secure the power cord in the clip to prevent accidental

3.7 External battery power

See Chapter 8 for complete information.

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(1) Patient air outlet, ∅ 22 mm ISO cone, male.

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4.2 Setting panel description

(1) Patient pressure meter;

(only active in PCV mode.) 7 10 80

(5) Trigger setting; green LED is lit during a

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4.3 Rear panel description

(1) Connection for power cord.

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