Lifeport Ops Manual - Rev IR

LifePort, Inc.
EMS Litter Operators Manual CSR-737-00

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1610 Heritage Street

Woodland, WA 98674 USA
Phone (360) 225-1212
Fax (360) 225-1458
E-mail: hr@lifeport.com
Title: Operators Manual for EMS Litter System

in the Boeing 737 Series Aircraft
Document No: CSR-737-00
Rev Date Description of Revision By Approval

IR 05-14-05 Initial Release McDaniel McDaniel
LifePort, Inc. EMS Litter Operators Manual CSR-737-00
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Table of Contents
NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY .......................................................................................................... 2
TECHNICAL DATA EXPORT NOTICE ................................................................................................. 2
PMA PART NOTICE ................................................................................................................................ 2
LIST OF ACTIVE PAGES.............................................................................................................................. 3
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................... 4
1.0 Introduction............................................................................................................................ 6
1.1 Purpose of the Manual ........................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Purpose of Equipment............................................................................................................ 6
1.2 Description of (ALS) Equipment........................................................................................... 6
Figure 1.0.1 Base Unit- Left Hand.............................................................................................. 7
Figure 1.0.2 AeroSled TS, Mattress and ARCH attached – Right Side Shown ......................... 7
2.0 Description of Operation for the Base Unit ........................................................................... 8
Figure 3.0.1 AeroSled TS Assembly .......................................................................................... 9
3.0 Description of Operation for the AeroSled TS ...................................................................... 9
3.1 Lever Release......................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Backrest ................................................................................................................................. 9
Figure 3.0.2 Arch Assembly ..................................................................................................... 10
4.0 ARCH Assembly ................................................................................................................. 11
5.0 Description of (BLS) Equipment ......................................................................................... 12
Figure 5.0.1 (BLS) System ....................................................................................................... 12
6.0 Sled Stands........................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 6.0.1 Sled Stand............................................................................................................. 13
7.0 (ALS) Pneumatic Components ............................................................................................ 14
7.1 Oxygen System .................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 7.0.1 Oxygen Drawer .................................................................................................... 15
Figure 7.0.2 Oxygen Drawer-Sub Components........................................................................ 15
7.2 Air System ........................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 7.0.3 Pump Plate Assembly........................................................................................... 17
Figure 7.0.4 Pump Plate Location............................................................................................. 18
7.3 Vacuum System ................................................................................................................... 18
7.4 Control and Outlet Panel...................................................................................................... 18
Figure 7.0.5 Control and Outlet Panel ...................................................................................... 19
7.5 Components ......................................................................................................................... 19
8.0 Installation and Removal of Base Unit(s)............................................................................ 20
8.1 Installation Instructions for Base Unit(s)............................................................................. 20
8.2 Removal Instructions for Base Unit(s) ................................................................................ 21
Figure 8.0.1 Station location for base units .............................................................................. 21
Figure 8.0.2 Installation Configuration for (ALS) Base units .................................................. 22
Figure 9.0.1 Sled Stand Installation spacing............................................................................. 23
9.0 Installation and Removal of Sled Stand(s) .......................................................................... 23
9.1 Installation Instructions for Sled Stand(s) ........................................................................... 24
Figure 9.0.2 Sled Stand Removal ............................................................................................. 25
9.2 Removal Instructions for Sled Stand(s) ............................................................................... 25
9.3 Removal Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump ...................................................................... 25
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9.4 Installation Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump................................................................... 25

Figure 9.0.3 Air and Vacuum Pump ......................................................................................... 26
Figure 9.0.4 Air/Water Separator.............................................................................................. 26
9.5 Removal Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator .................................................. 27
9.6 Installation Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator .............................................. 27
9.7 Replacement Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator filter................................... 27
9.8 Removal Instructions for Air Accumulator ......................................................................... 27
9.9 Installation Instructions for Air Accumulator...................................................................... 27
9.10 Removal Instructions for Air Pressure or Suction Gauge.................................................... 28
Figure 9.0.5 Pressure Gauge, Outlet Panel ............................................................................... 28
9.11 Installation Instructions for Air Pressure or Suction Gauge ................................................ 29
9.12 Removal Instructions for Switch ......................................................................................... 29
Figure 9.0.6 Switch Removal/Installation ................................................................................ 29
9.13 Installation Instructions for Switch...................................................................................... 29
9.14 Removal Instructions for Circuit Breakers .......................................................................... 31
9.15 Installation Instructions for Circuit Breakers ...................................................................... 31
9.16 Removal Instructions for Converter .................................................................................... 31
Figure 9.0.7 Typical Converter Location.................................................................................. 31
9.17 Installation Instructions for Converter................................................................................. 32
Figure 9.0.8 Oxygen Drawer .................................................................................................... 32
9.18 Removal of Oxygen Drawer ................................................................................................ 32
9.19 Installation of Oxygen Drawer ............................................................................................ 34
9.20 Removal of Oxygen Cylinder .............................................................................................. 34
Figure 9.0.9 Bottle Valve.......................................................................................................... 34
Figure 9.0.10 Drawer Components ........................................................................................... 35
9.21 Installation of Oxygen Cylinder .......................................................................................... 35
9.22 Oxygen System Leak Check................................................................................................ 36
9.23 Removal of Oxygen Regulator ............................................................................................ 36
9.24 Installation of Oxygen Regulator......................................................................................... 36
9.25 Removal of Oxygen Fill Port............................................................................................... 37
9.26 Installation of Oxygen Fill Port ........................................................................................... 37
10.0 Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 38
Figure 10.0.1 Air Intake Location............................................................................................. 38
11.0 System Care ......................................................................................................................... 39
12.0 Oxygen Servicing ................................................................................................................ 40
13.0 Trouble Shooting ................................................................................................................. 41
13.1 Oxygen System .................................................................................................................... 41
13.2 Electrical System ................................................................................................................. 41
13.3 AeroSled and Base............................................................................................................... 42
14.0 Appendix A System Diagrams – Electrical & Plumbing..................................................... 43
Figure 14.0.1 Oxygen Drawer Plumbing Schematic (For components within the oxygen
drawer) 43
Figure 14.0.2 Oxygen Drawer Plumbing Routing (For components within the oxygen drawer)
44
Figure 14.0.3 Base Unit Wire Diagram .................................................................................... 45
Figure 14.0.4 Base Unit Wire Diagram Components ............................................................... 46
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Figure 14.0.5 Control Panel and Converter Wire Diagram & Components ............................. 47
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Purpose of the Manual

This manual provides maintenance and operation information for the LifePort EMS Litter system installed
under MDL-747.
1.1 Purpose of Equipment

The purpose of this equipment is to provide Advance Life Support (ALS) systems for up to six patients, or
Basic Life Support (BLS) for up to six patients, in a Boeing 737 series aircraft. ALS and BLS Systems
maybe interchangeable as mission profiles require.
1.2 Description of (ALS) Equipment

Each patient position is made of four basic components a base unit, AeroSled TS, AeroSled TS Mattress
and an ARCH.
Base Unit. Installs on

existing seat track with
Brownline studs.
AeroSled TS guide
Latch Station
Storage Drawers
Oxygen Drawer with

Control Panel
AeroSled TS stop
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Figure 1.0.1 Base Unit- Left Hand
AeroSled ARCH
Assembly
AeroSled
TS with
moveable
backrest
AeroSled TS
Mattress
Figure 1.0.2 AeroSled TS, Mattress and ARCH attached – Right Side Shown
WARNING
Patient’s Head must always be in the direction of Flight, and Backrest must be in the down position
for Taxi, Take-off, and Landing.
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2.0 Description of Operation for the Base Unit

The base carries two Med M oxygen cylinders. These provide oxygen to the outlet panel as well as
components mounted on the ARCH assembly. There is a CGA-540 type fill port and gage mounted in the
drawer with the cylinders.
The base unit also contains an air pump and a vacuum pump. These provide air and suction to outlets on
the control panel on this unit and components mounted on the ARCH assembly. This unit receives 115
VAC or 230 VAC from the aircraft and powers outlets on the control panel. This unit also has three storage
drawers.
The AeroSled TS attaches to the base units with retractable pins. It has a gas spring assisted backrest, a
mattress, and restraint belts. An Arch assembly can also be installed on the AeroSled that spans across
the patient’s legs and provides mounting for medical equipment.
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Backrest Release
Cable
Rack and Pinion

assembly Backrest
AeroSled
TS frame Gas Strut
AeroSled TS
Release Handles
Latch Plates and

Release Pins Forward
Figure 3.0.1 AeroSled TS Assembly
3.0 Description of Operation for the AeroSled TS

3.1 Lever Release
There are two Lever Release handles located on the AeroSled, one on each side. By pulling out on the
Handle Release you pull in on four pins (two per Latch Station) via the Rack and Pinion assembly. Once
the pins are retracted you may remove the AeroSled from the Base or Stand assemblies.
3.2 Backrest
The cable at the head of the patient activates the gas spring to raise the backrest. The backrest rises to
60°. The gas spring only assists. Depending on the size of the patient some lifting may be required.
Always support the backrest when releasing the gas spring.
Caution: Backrest will rise quickly with no patient.

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Adjustable IV pole
with IV Hooks and
Mount rail for up mounting capability
to 25lbs of storage for up to 12 lbs.
at a “2.0” C.G
IV Pole lock
ring
Support Bar
Figure 3.0.2 Arch Assembly

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4.0 ARCH Assembly

The ARCH Assembly connects to the AeroSled TS with two Mount Blocks. The mount block (one on each
side) has two halves. Each half goes around the tube of the AeroSled TS and secure together with AN bolts
in the desired location. The top of the ARCH has a rail that spans across for mounting up to 25lbs with a
2.0” C.G. for items such as Monitors, Flow regulators, Suction canisters, etc. The IV Pole has two hooks for
IV bags. The Pole is also rated for an additional 12lbs of storage at a 4.0” C.G off the pole.
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5.0 Description of (BLS) Equipment

The (BLS) system is comprised of two Sled Stands and the AeroSled TS per patient. The Arch maybe used
with the AeroSled if required.
The Sled Stands mount directly to existing seat track with Brownline studs same as the base unit(s).
AeroSled TS
Sled
Stands
Figure 5.0.1 (BLS) System

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6.0 Sled Stands

Each Sled Stand is equipped with a Latch Station and an EMS Emergency Release. The Latch Station is
what the AeroSled TS uses to secure itself to the Stand. The EMS Emergency Release is used to release
the AeroSled TS if the normal Handle Release becomes faulty or fails while the AeroSled is locked into the
Latch Station.
To operate the EMS Emergency Release, simply push in both of the red buttons (plungers) at the same
time and lift up on the side of the AeroSled TS disengaging the Life Lock Pins.
Latch
Station
EMS
Emergency
Release
Sled
Stand
Figure 6.0.1 Sled Stand

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7.0 (ALS) Pneumatic Components

7.1 Oxygen System
The oxygen drawer is equipped with a CGA-540 fill port and gage for filling the cylinders in place.
The following chart was supplied by the manufacturer of the "M" cylinders. It refers only to the Medical "M" cylinder,
and should be used as a reference only to gauge the contents of the oxygen system consisting of a single Medical
"M" cylinder at different pressures.
Reference Only
Sys. Pressure Capacity Capacity Sys. Pressure Capacity Capacity
(PSIG) (cu. ft.) (liters) (PSIG) (cu. ft.) (liters)
2216 122.57 3471 ║ 1200 65.57 1857
2200 121.69 3446 ║ 1100 59.99 1699
2100 116.11 3288 ║ 1000 54.43 1541
2000 110.53 3130 ║ 900 48.89 1385
1900 104.96 2972 ║ 800 43.39 1229
1800 99.31 2812 ║ 700 37.92 1074
1700 93.66 2652 ║ 600 32.48 920
1600 88.08 2494 ║ 500 27.09 767
1500 82.43 2334 ║ 400 21.73 615
1400 76.78 2174 ║ 300 16.42 465
1300 71.18 2016 ║ 200 11.15 316
In all cases, pressure at the outlet is regulated to approximately 55 PSI. LifePort Inc. uses a two-stage regulator.
The first stage brings bottle pressure down to a manageable level (around 375 PSI). The second stage regulates to
approximately 60 PSI. Care should be taken not to let the bottle pressure run down too low, however, as low
pressure can cause fluctuation at the outlet. Never let the bottle pressure go below 400 PSIG if at all possible.
Oxygen will still be delivered but flows may vary at the outlet.
Oxygen Gauge
Oxygen Control
Bottles Panel
with Flow
Regulator
Oxygen
Drawer
Assembly
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Figure 7.0.1 Oxygen Drawer
Oxygen Gauge
Air and Bottle Stop Latch
Suction Gauge Assemblies
Fill
Port
Oxygen
Regulator
Drawer Interconnect
Oxygen Manifold fittings for Oxygen,
Bottle Clamp
Suction, and Air
Figure 7.0.2 Oxygen Drawer-Sub Components
7.2 Air System

Compressed air is provided through an air pump. The air pump is an oil-less, non-lube piston pump and cylinder.
The pump is rated at 120 PSI (with pressure relief at 100 PSI), but LifePort sets it to 60 PSI. The reason for this is
that most medical devices are calibrated to work at 50 PSI, and once air begins to be drawn from the system the
pressure will drop. In-house testing has shown a setting of 60 PSI produces the maximum output from the pump
when the pressure reduces to 50 PSI. This pressure is adjustable should you need more or less for the optimum
performance of your medical devices (see below). The air regulator should only be adjusted by a trained medical
technician and tested with the actual medical device with which the air system will be used.
In the event of a momentary interruption of the pump, an accumulator provides even pressure and flow at the
outlets. An accumulator is simply a cylinder that contains a volume of air (in this case 26 cu. inch as the standard)
at the pumps maximum pressure.
Also plumbed into the air system is an air - water separator / regulator. This allows the delivery pressure of the
compressed air system to be adjusted if need be. It also removes moisture from the air prior to delivery. The
separators come standard with a pulse drain, which will automatically expel any moisture so that manual draining is
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not necessary. As air is drawn into the system and the pressure fluctuates it causes the drain to retreat from its
seat, allowing any accumulated moisture to escape.
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There is also a 5-micron filter attached inside of this unit. The filter will further purify the air prior to delivery to the
patient.
Compressed air delivery is provided though the outlets on the side of the base unit. Outlet types vary depending on
customer requirements. All types are checked and will not dispense air until the connection is made with the mating
connector. Likewise, each system is keyed so as not to allow connection to the wrong gas source, such as
attaching a compressed air line into the oxygen source.
Below are the approximate flow rates of the compressed air systems with one pump. These figures are minimums
based on LifePort testing and should be taken as reference figures only, as there are many variables that affect the
actual flow of air (length of plumbing lines, number of fittings, atmospheric conditions, etc.).
LifePort, Inc. recommends that tests be conducted using the operator’s particular brand of ventilator to determine
the maximum setting achievable using the compressed air system before actual use on a patient.
PRESS. (PSIG) FLOW (CFM) FLOW (LPM) PRESS. (PSIG) FLOW (CFM) FLOW (LPM)
0 .8 21 60 .4 10
10 .7 18 70 .3 9
20 .6 16 80 .3 8
30 .5 14 90 .3 7
40 .5 13 100 .2 7
50 .4 11
As you can see the pressure greatly affects the flow, therefore the allowable pressure differential between the
oxygen and compressed air system (when using a customer supplied blending device) also becomes a factor.
Again, testing with your ventilator at different settings to determine the maximum allowable settings is strongly
advised.
Air & Vacuum

Air/Water Pump
Separator and
Accumulator
location
Vibration
absorber mount
Figure 7.0.3 Pump Plate Assembly

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Pump Plate location
Figure 7.0.4 Pump Plate Location
7.3 Vacuum System

There are two vacuum pumps is installed for medical suction. LifePort’s vacuum pump is a diaphragm pump
capable of producing between 20" and 22" -Hg of suction (with free flow). The pump is plumbed directly to the
suction outlets on the face panel and arch and is intended to be hooked to a vacuum canister.
The same types of gas outlets are available as in the compressed air system.
Pumps used in LifePort, Inc. equipment are tested at the factory for flow. Our baseline acceptable output is 20 lpm
at 5" -Hg.
7.4 Control and Outlet Panel

All the systems are accessed and controlled on the control and outlet panel on the aft end of the base unit.
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Air, Suction, and

Oxygen Outlets
Power
“On-Off”
switches
and Circuit
Figure 7.0.5 Control and Outlet Panel
7.5 Components
Description P/N Figure
1) Base Unit PL560-001-“X’
2) Oxygen Drawer Rack OX2-003-“X”
3) AeroSled TS AS1-001
4) AeroSled Arch 100-4049
5) AeroSled Mattress FB2-010
6) Sled Stand SN2-006-“X”
7) Ramp Bay Assembly ST2-081
Note: (-“X”) denotes a dash number required for specific configurations.

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8.0 Installation and Removal of Base Unit(s)

The following information applies to the Base Unit only -- the AeroSled is installed at the time of flight.
After the initial installation has been performed and signed off, additional removals and installations
require only a log entry, and weight and balance change by a properly rated technician.
If the aircraft is to be operated in more than one configuration (i.e. aeromedical and corporate or cargo,
etc.), this will facilitate changes from configuration-to-configuration by maintaining a weight and balance
form for each configuration used.
8.1 Installation Instructions for Base Unit(s)

The following instructions are for installing and/or removing a Base Unit that had, initially, been installed
per the STC data, and is reinstalled, unchanged, in the same location.
Step 1: Remove seats as required.

Step 2: Install 6 brownline nuts (PN 900-1034) per unit into the aircraft brownline tracks.
Brownline spacing fore/aft, assuming 1st set of brownline studs are 0.0 dimension, 2nd
brownline stud set are located at 25.00 inches aft of 1st (for –01 configuration, -02
configuration is located at 26.00 inches aft of 1st), and 3rd brownline stud set are
located at 51.00 inches aft of 1st.
Step 3: Lock brownline studs into aircraft seat tracks by rotating the brownline nut.
Step 4: Lift Base Unit over brownline studs aligning holes in bottom of weldment. Lower Base
Unit onto brownline studs.
Step 5: Install and secure 6 washers (NAS1149F0632P) and 6 nuts (MS21044N6) over the
brownline studs.
Step 6: Verify that the Base Unit is securely attached.
Step 7: Install drawers. Oxygen drawer installation requires that the Base Unit hoses for air,
vacuum, and oxygen be connected to the outlets located on the outboard side of the drawer.
The oxygen drawer also requires the Base Unit electrical connector be connected to the
connector located on the outboard side of the drawer.
Step 8: Verify that the oxygen tank is serviced and that the shutoff valve at the head of the bottle is
“on.”
Step 9: Update the aircraft weight and balance record and equipment list. The weight and balance
update should use data from the initial installation.
Step 10: Make the required log entries.
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8.2 Removal Instructions for Base Unit(s)
Step 1: Verify that the oxygen tank shutoff valve at the head of the bottle is “off” and remove seats
as required.
Step 2: Remove drawers. Oxygen drawer removal requires that the Base Unit hoses for air,
vacuum, and oxygen be disconnected from the outlets located on the outboard side of the
drawer. The oxygen drawer also requires the Base Unit electrical connector be
disconnected from the connector located on the outboard side of the drawer.
Step 3: Remove 6 washers (NAS1149F0632P) and 6 nuts (MS21044N6) per unit located over the
brownline studs.
Step 4: Lift and remove Base Unit off brownline studs.
Step 5: Unlock brownline studs into aircraft seat tracks by rotating the brownline nut. Remove
brownline studs from aircraft seat tracks.
Step 8: Update the aircraft weight and balance record and equipment list. The weight and balance
update should use data from the initial installation, or per Section 3.4.
Figure 8.0.1 Station location for base units

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Figure 8.0.2 Installation Configuration for (ALS) Base units

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Figure 9.0.1 Sled Stand Installation spacing
9.0 Installation and Removal of Sled Stand(s)

The following information applies to the Sled Stands only -- the AeroSled is installed at the time of flight.
After the initial installation has been performed and signed off, additional removals and installations
require only a log entry, and weight and balance change by a properly rated technician.
If the aircraft is to be operated in more than one configuration (i.e. aeromedical and corporate or cargo,
etc.), this will facilitate changes from configuration-to-configuration by maintaining a weight and balance
form for each configuration used.
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9.1 Installation Instructions for Sled Stand(s)

The following instructions are for installing and/or removing a set of Sled Stands that had, initially, been
installed per the STC data, and is reinstalled, unchanged, in the same location.
Step 1: Remove seats as required.

Step 2: Place Sled Stands at STA 570, 655, and/or 740 (all +/- 10.0). Install first stand and measure 52.38
from the aft portion of the first latch station plate to the aft portion of the latch station located on
aft Sled Stand. Install 4 brownline nuts (PN 900-1034), 4 per Sled Stand, into the aircraft
brownline tracks.
Step 3: Lock brownline studs into aircraft seat tracks by rotating the (1ea.) brownline nut.
Step 4: Lift Sled Stand(s) over brownline studs aligning holes in bottom of weldment. Lower Stand onto
brownline studs.
Step 5: Install and secure (8ea.) brownline nuts over the brownline studs.
Step 6: Verify that the Sled Stand(s) are securely attached.
Step 7: Install AeroSled TS on top of Sled Stands and lock into place.
Step 8: Update the aircraft weight and balance record and equipment list. The weight and balance update
should use data from the initial installation.
Knurled Nuts
Brownline Stud
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Figure 9.0.2 Sled Stand Removal
9.2 Removal Instructions for Sled Stand(s)
Step 1: Remove AeroSled TS from Sled Stands if installed.

Step 2: Remove (8) brownline nuts from the brownline studs that secure Sled Stands to the brownline
track.
Step 3: Lift Sled Stands up and off of the studs and track.
Step 4: Remove brownline stud locking nut and studs from track.
Step 5: Reinstall seats as required in accordance with manufacturers approved data.
Step 6: Update the aircraft weight and balance record and equipment list. The weight and balance update
should use data from the initial installation.
9.3 Removal Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump

Step 1: Remove power from Base Unit(s). This may be accomplished by removing connector labeled
"EMS POWER".
Step 2: Remove PLUS from aircraft.
Step 3: Disconnect wires to pump.
Step 4: Bleed off pressure and disconnect plumbing at pump. Cap open lines.
Step 5: Remove nuts, bolts or screws attaching pump.
Step 6: Remove pump(s).
9.4 Installation Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump

Step 1: Install nuts, bolts or screws to attach pump to PLUS module (3 each MS24694-S5, 3 each AN960-
08).
Step 2: Install with Loctite 222 (Loctite Corp, 705 N Mountain Rd, Newington, CT 06111).
CAUTION: Verify that all threads on the pump fittings and respective gas lines are free of
foreign material.
Step 3: Connect gas lines to pump fittings.

Step 4: Connect wires to pump noting polarity of wiring.
Step 5: Connect power to Base Unit(s) by installing connector labeled as "EMS POWER".
Step 6: Install Base Unit(s) into aircraft.
Step 7: Check operation and leak check the system per section
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Muffler
Suction Pump
Pressure
Relief
Air Pump
Pump Plate
Figure 9.0.3 Air and Vacuum Pump
Air/Water Separator
and filter
Accumulator
.
Figure 9.0.4 Air/Water Separator
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9.5 Removal Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator

Step 1: Remove Base Unit(s) from aircraft per section
Step 2: Disconnect hoses from Air Regulator / Water Separator.
Step 3: Disconnect wires to pump.
Step 4: Remove nuts, bolts or screws attaching Air Regulator / Water Separator.
Step 5: Remove Air Regulator / Water Separator.
9.6 Installation Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator

Step 1: Install nuts, bolts or screws to attach Air Regulator / Water Separator to PLUS module.
Step 2: Connect hoses to Air Regulator / Water Separator.
CAUTION: Verify that all threads on the Air Regulator / Water Separator fittings and
respective gas lines are free of foreign material.
Step 4: Install Base Unit(s) into aircraft.
Step 5: Check operation and leak check the system.
9.7 Replacement Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator filter

If the filter is discolored,
Step 1: Unscrew and remove the clear plastic housing
Step 2: Unscrew the retainer
Step 3: Slide the filter off the shaft
Step 4: The new filter (P/N 1539B5P Parker Inc. Richland, Michigan or 29660-1 The Aro Co.
Bryan, Ohio) may be installed by reversing this process.
9.8 Removal Instructions for Air Accumulator

Step 1: Remove Air Regulator / Water Separator.
Step 2: Disconnect hoses from Accumulator.
Step 3: Remove fasters and Adel clamps holding the Air Accumulator.
9.9 Installation Instructions for Air Accumulator

Step 1: Install fasters and Adel clamps holding the Air Accumulator.
Step 2: Connect hoses to Accumulator.
Step 3: Install Air Regulator / Water Separator.
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9.10 Removal Instructions for Air Pressure or Suction Gauge

Step 1: Remove Control Panel
Step 2: From the backside of the control panel, simultaneously push in the two retaining clips.
Step 3: While holding in the retaining clips, push the gauge through the panel.
Step 4: Using a wrench, retain the Hose Attach Fitting and rotate the gauge until it is free of the
threaded fitting.
Step 5: Cap-n-Stow any open gas lines.
Panel
Pressure Gauge
A A
Panel
Re taining Clip
Ho se Attach Fitting
Ho se
View A-A
Figure 9.0.5 Pressure Gauge, Outlet Panel

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9.11 Installation Instructions for Air Pressure or Suction Gauge

Step 1: Thread the gauge onto the hose attach-fitting. The hose should extend out of the panel cutout.
Step 2: Push the gauge into the panel cutout until both retaining clips lock into place.
Step 3: Install Control Panel per Section 6.0.4.
Step 4: Return power to PLUS by installing connector labeled "EMS POWER".
9.12 Removal Instructions for Switch

Step 1: Disconnect power to the Base Unit(s) by removing the "EMS POWER".
Step 2: Remove Control Panel.
Step 3: Remove the two Spade Terminals on the back of the switch.
Step 4: Push in the Retaining Clips and remove the switch from the front of the panel.
NOTE: Switch removal may damage the switch retaining clips;

contact LifePort for a purchase of a new switch (P/N 000-4033).
Panel
Switch
OFF
ON
Panel A
Re taining Clip
Spade Terminal
View A-A
Figure 9.0.6 Switch Removal/Installation
9.13 Installation Instructions for Switch

Step 1: CAUTION: Verify that power has been removed from Base Unit(s).
Step 2: Push the switch into the panel until the retaining clips lock into place.
Step 3: Install Control Panel.
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Step 4: Return power to Base Unit(s) by installing connector labeled "EMS POWER".
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9.14 Removal Instructions for Circuit Breakers

"EMS POWER".
Step 2: Remove (1) fastener that attaches the circuit breaker to copper bus bar.
Step 3: Remove (1) fastener that attaches the wire to circuit breaker
Step 4: Remove (1) nut on face of panel that attaches circuit breaker to panel.
Step 5: Remove circuit breaker from panel, bag and tag fastener with circuit breaker.
9.15 Installation Instructions for Circuit Breakers

Step 1: CAUTION: Verify that power has been removed Base Unit.
Step 2: Install (1) nut that attaches circuit breaker to panel.
Step 3: Attach wire to circuit breaker using (1) fastener.
Step 4: Attach circuit breaker fastener to copper buss bar using (1) fastener.
9.16 Removal Instructions for Converter

"EMS POWER".
Step 2: Remove Base Unit(s) from aircraft.
Step 3: Remove Converter from outboard side of Base Unit(s) by removing four bolts.
Step 4: Remove cannon plug from end of converter.
Step 5: Remove converter.
Converter location
Figure 9.0.7 Typical Converter Location

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9.17 Installation Instructions for Converter

Step 2: Place converter in required location within Base Unit.
Step 3: Reinstall mounting hardware in (4ea.) locations.
Step 4: Reinstall cannon plug on end of converter.
Step 5: Reinstall Base Unit(s) from aircraft.
Electrical connector Pneumatic lines Drawer slider
Drawer locks
Figure 9.0.8 Oxygen Drawer
9.18 Removal of Oxygen Drawer

Step 1: CAUTION: Drawer is heavy and a two-person lift is advised with bottles installed.
Step 2: Ensure Oxygen Bottle valves are closed.
"EMS POWER".
Step 4: Turn drawer locks on front face of base unit to the “down” position.
Step 5: Slide fingers under drawer latches and pull out drawer.
Step 6: Disconnect cannon plug from electrical connector found in back of drawer.
Step 7: Disconnect pneumatic hand-tight QD’s found in back of drawer and cap.
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Step 8: Push in on retainer in drawer sliders and pull drawer out of slider rail.
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9.19 Installation of Oxygen Drawer

Step 2: Slide drawer into drawer sliders and push drawer in until it locks.
Step 3: Pull drawer back out to make sure it locks when pulled all of the way out and does not allow the
drawer to come out of the slider rail.
Step 4: Remove cap and connect cannon plug to the electrical connector found in back of drawer.
Step 5: Remove caps from lines and connect them to the pneumatic hand-tight QD’s found in back of
drawer.
Step 6: Open Oxygen Bottle valves.
Step 7: Slide drawer closed and turn drawer locks to the “up” position.
9.20 Removal of Oxygen Cylinder
WARNING!
Oil, grease or other lubricants, in contact with high-pressure oxygen, can create an extreme fire hazard
and any such contact must be avoided. Do NOT permit smoking or open flame of any kind near
aircraft or PLUS Utility System for Air Ambulance Operations while work is performed on the oxygen
system.
Step 1: Remove Base Unit(s) from aircraft

Step 2: Close the valve on Oxygen bottle(s).
Step 3: Slowly loosen high-pressure line at bottle valve at "CGA" nut and allow lines to discharge.
Step 4: Disconnect high-pressure line from bottle valve at "CGA" nut.
Step 5: Cap off open oxygen lines.
Step 6: Loosen and open band clamps that secure the bottle.
Step 7: Remove Oxygen bottle.
Bottle Valve
“CGA”
t
Figure 9.0.9 Bottle Valve

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CGA Fill Port

Bottle Clamps
Regulator
Pneumatic connections
Electrical Connector
Figure 9.0.10 Drawer Components
9.21 Installation of Oxygen Cylinder
WARNING!
system.
Step 1: Place Oxygen bottle(s) into the Base Unit.

Step 2: Wrap Band Clamps around Bottle.
Step 3: Secure Bottle with Band Clamps and tighten retaining nut(s).
Step 4: CAUTION: Verify that all fittings are clean and free of contaminates.
Step 5: Connect high-pressure line to Oxygen bottle valve at large "CGA" nut.
Step 6: CAUTION: Verify that all high-pressure lines are connected.
Step 7: Open the Oxygen valve on the bottle and leak check the system.
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9.22 Oxygen System Leak Check

WARNING!
aircraft or PLUS while work is performed on the oxygen system.
Step 1: Charge the system by opening the valve on the oxygen bottle.
Step 2: Connect a low pressure gauge (0-100psi) to the outlet panel oxygen fitting.
Step 3: Close the valve on the oxygen bottle.
Step 4: Record the pressure of the low pressure gauge and the pressure on the high pressure gauge. This
may be accomplished by placing a piece of masking tape on the cover of each gauge so that the
edge of the tape is aligned with the needle, and the indicated amount of pressure.
Step 5: Verify that the pressure in either gauge does not decrease by more than 5% in five minutes.
Step 6: Remove pressure gauges, and tape from gauge cover.
9.23 Removal of Oxygen Regulator

WARNING!
system.
Step 1: Disconnect power to the Base Unit by removing the "EMS POWER".
Step 2: Close the valve on Oxygen bottle(s).
Step 3: Open slowly the fitting on the high-pressure side of the Oxygen regulator and allow any Oxygen
to escape. (The High and Low side is marked on the Oxygen regulator and Oxygen solenoid
housing.) After pressure has been released, fully remove the high-pressure side fitting from the
Oxygen regulator.
Step 4: Cap-n-Stow an open Oxygen lines.
Step 5: Remove Adel clamps and hardware securing regulator.
Step 6: Remove the regulator from the low-pressure fitting.
Step 7: Remove the regulator from the Base Unit
9.24 Installation of Oxygen Regulator

WARNING!
system.
Step 1: Install the Oxygen regulator onto the Base Unit using the appropriate hardware.
Step 2: Connect the high and low-pressure lines.
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9.25 Removal of Oxygen Fill Port

Step 1: Close Oxygen bottle valve.
Step 2: Discharge oxygen system by venting CGA nut at bottle valve.
Step 3: Remove high-pressure line from fill port.
Step 4: Cap off all open oxygen lines.
Step 5: Remove screws supporting fill port.
Step 6: Remove fill port from the PLUS.
9.26 Installation of Oxygen Fill Port

Step 1: Install supporting fasteners for Fill Port, using (3 each AN525-10R8).
Step 2: Remove temporary cap from Oxygen line.
Step 3: CAUTION: Verify that all threads on the Oxygen filler port fitting and respective Oxygen lines
are free of foreign material.
Step 4: Install Oxygen line onto fill port, tighten CGA nut at bottle valve.
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10.0 Maintenance
The Instructions for Continued Airworthiness includes the required inspection schedule. The only regular
maintenance requirements concern the oxygen bottles and the filters.
The oxygen bottle must be hydrostatically tested (ref CFR 173.34) at time intervals not to exceed those
specified by DOT. For the 3AL aluminum pressure vessels, the time limit is 5 years. LifePort, Inc. requires
that the oxygen regulator be replaced with a new unit at the time of the oxygen bottle hydrostatic check.
The regulator is not considered a repairable item.
The air - water separator has a filter that should be replaced when discolored. There is an additional filter
on the side of the air pump for the intake. This filter is a white fiber pad about 1” in diameter. Replace filter
when dirty, retain with safety wire or a cotter pin.
Pressure Relief
Filter location
Figure 10.0.1 Air Intake Location

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11.0 System Care

To disinfect the medical system, isopropyl alcohol or a 5% bleach and water mix is recommended. Commercially
available products to disinfect may also be used as long as they don’t contain other chemicals.
****************************************************CAUTION***************************************************
NEVER USE AN OIL OR CHEMICAL BASED CLEANER.

The front panels of the base unit are made of Lexan plastic. Interaction with some chemicals causes
“crazing”, or radical cracking. Oil or oil-based products should never be used in the vicinity of oxygen.
The mattress has a stain resistant coating on it. Use soap and water or a very mild detergent for cleaning. Chemical
based or abrasive cleaners can remove the stain resistant properties of the material and therefore should not be used.
Moving parts, such as the back rest hinge, knee lift hinges, bed arch hinge and bed release pins, should be periodically
lubricated for optimum performance. Any dry type lubricant (such as graphite or silicon lubricant) can be used.
When the system is removed from the aircraft it should be stored so that it is protected from the elements, such as rain,
direct sunlight, sand and salt spray. Extreme temperatures should be avoided. System components should be kept
free of oil and grease due to the oxygen. The bed and cargo pallet have plastic covers on he feet that can pick up
debris. These should only be set on a clean surface. All open connectors and gas fittings should be capped.
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12.0 Oxygen Servicing

The oxygen system is serviced through a fill port located in the large drawer in the 4’ base unit. The location of the fill
port is clearly marked.
WARNING!
and any such contact must be avoided. Do NOT permit smoking or open flame of any kind near airplane or
system while work is performed on the oxygen system.
1. Use breathing oxygen conforming to MIL-O-27210 or other specification approved by the medical personnel for
medical use.
2. Check oxygen system high pressure gauge.
3. Check that oxygen bottle valve is on.
4. Do not charge system if fittings or filler valve are corroded, contaminated or damaged. Clean filler valve, if
contaminated, with stabilized trichloroethylene and let air-dry. Do not use solvent.
5. If cylinder is completely empty, do not charge until system has been purged. To purge, charge system to
approximately 500 psi and vent.
6. Connect filler valve to external filling equipment.
7. Fill bottle per instructions associated with the filling apparatus, whether a large vessel or cascade system.
8. Fill to the pressure in the following table based on the ambient temperature.
Temp. Press. Temp. Press.
(°F) (PSIG) (°C) (KPa)
0 1975 -20 13467
10 2035 -15 13807
20 2065 -10 14147
30 2125 -5 14488
40 2185 0 14828
50 2244 5 15168
60 2304 10 15508
70 2364 15 15849
80 2394 20 16189
90 2454 25 16529
100 2514 30 16869
110 2574 35 17210
120 2633 40 17550
45 17890
50 18230
Note: When filling the bottle on a 60°F day, fill to 2304 PSI. Upon cooling, the pressure should stabilize to
2216 PSI.
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13.0 Trouble Shooting

Some of the more common failures and their remedies are listed here. This is not intended as a comprehensive list,
but as a general guide
13.1 Oxygen System

Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
No indication on oxygen Bottle depleted Fill Bottle

pressure gauge.
Gage line crimped Replace line
Bad Gage Replace gage
Bottle valve off Turn valve on
Oxygen duration too short Leak in system Repair leak
Regulated pressure too high Replace regulator
Oxygen flow inadequate Regulator defective Replace regulator
Line Crimped Replace line
Leak Repair leak
13.2 Electrical System

No 115/230 VAC at outlet Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker
EMS switch in Turn switch on

cockpit "OFF"
Defective wiring Replace defective wiring
Defective Outlet Replace Outlet
No air pressure at outlet Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker
Switch "OFF" Turn "ON"
Pump defective Replace pump
Leak Repair leak
Regulator defective Replace regulator

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13.2 Electrical System (Continued)

No vacuum at outlet Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker
Switch "OFF" Turn "ON"
Pump defective Replace pump
Leak Repair leak
13.3 AeroSled and Base

AeroSled does not Dirt in latch mechanism Clean mechanism

engage (All four pins)
Bent latch pin Replace pin
Foreign object in latch Clear receptacle

station receptacle
AeroSled does not release Obstruction in release Clear mechanism

from Base mechanism
Lap belt fails to engage Defective latch Replace entire belt assembly
AeroSled backrest Broken Cable Replace cable

does not release
Cable out of rig Rig cable
Gas strut defective Replace strut
AeroSled backrest Broken Cable Replace cable

does not lock
Cable out of rig Rig cable
Gas strut defective Replace strut

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14.0 Appendix A System Diagrams – Electrical & Plumbing
1 900-1015 TUBING - STAINLESS - 1/8"

2 HS2-002-( ) ASSEMBLY - HOSE - BRAIDED/END
3 984-0006-01 SS BRAIDED HOSE - HIGH PSI
Figure 14.0.1 Oxygen Drawer Plumbing Schematic (For components within the oxygen drawer)
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Figure 14.0.2 Oxygen Drawer Plumbing Routing (For components within the oxygen drawer)
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Figure 14.0.3 Base Unit Wire Diagram

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Figure 14.0.4 Base Unit Wire Diagram Components

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Figure 14.0.5 Control Panel and Converter Wire Diagram & Components

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EMS Litter Operators Manual CSR-737-00

1610 Heritage Street

Title: Operators Manual for EMS Litter System

Document No: CSR-737-00

Rev Date Description of Revision By Approval

TECHNICAL DATA EXPORT NOTICE

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List of Active Pages

9.4 Installation Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump................................................................... 25

1.1 Purpose of the Manual

1.1 Purpose of Equipment

1.2 Description of (ALS) Equipment

Base Unit. Installs on

Oxygen Drawer with

Figure 1.0.1 Base Unit- Left Hand

2.0 Description of Operation for the Base Unit

Rack and Pinion

Latch Plates and

Figure 3.0.1 AeroSled TS Assembly

3.0 Description of Operation for the AeroSled TS

Caution: Backrest will rise quickly with no patient.

Figure 3.0.2 Arch Assembly

4.0 ARCH Assembly

5.0 Description of (BLS) Equipment

Figure 5.0.1 (BLS) System

6.0 Sled Stands

Figure 6.0.1 Sled Stand

7.0 (ALS) Pneumatic Components

Figure 7.0.1 Oxygen Drawer

Figure 7.0.2 Oxygen Drawer-Sub Components

7.2 Air System

Air & Vacuum

Figure 7.0.3 Pump Plate Assembly

Pump Plate location

Figure 7.0.4 Pump Plate Location

7.3 Vacuum System

7.4 Control and Outlet Panel

Air, Suction, and

Figure 7.0.5 Control and Outlet Panel

Note: (-“X”) denotes a dash number required for specific configurations.

8.0 Installation and Removal of Base Unit(s)

8.1 Installation Instructions for Base Unit(s)

Step 1: Remove seats as required.

8.2 Removal Instructions for Base Unit(s)

Figure 8.0.1 Station location for base units

Figure 8.0.2 Installation Configuration for (ALS) Base units

Figure 9.0.1 Sled Stand Installation spacing

9.0 Installation and Removal of Sled Stand(s)

9.1 Installation Instructions for Sled Stand(s)

Step 1: Remove seats as required.

Figure 9.0.2 Sled Stand Removal

9.2 Removal Instructions for Sled Stand(s)

Step 1: Remove AeroSled TS from Sled Stands if installed.

9.3 Removal Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump

9.4 Installation Instructions for Air/Vacuum Pump

Step 3: Connect gas lines to pump fittings.

Figure 9.0.3 Air and Vacuum Pump

9.5 Removal Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator

9.6 Installation Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator

9.7 Replacement Instructions for Air Regulator/ Water Separator filter

9.8 Removal Instructions for Air Accumulator

9.9 Installation Instructions for Air Accumulator