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B-701964-00 Rev. C
Introduction
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Companion 1000/T Liquid Oxygen System Technical Manual
Companion 1000/T. Liquid oxygen contents is displayed by unsnapping the plastic
buckle in the carrying strap and suspending the unit from the end of the strap nearest
the indicator. A color coded scale indicates the liquid oxygen contents.
1.6.4
Flow Control
This adjustable, indexed, rotary valve controls the rate of oxygen flow from the unit.
One of 11 fixed orifices provides the prescribed oxygen flow rate.
1.6.5
Oxygen Outlet Connector
The oxygen outlet connector is located on the top of the unit. The oxygen cannula
attaches to this connector to receive oxygen flow from the unit.
1.6.6
Moisture Cup Assembly (Companion T)
The moisture cup assembly collects water that is created when humidity in the air
condenses on the cold heat exchange coils in the Companion T. It is connected to the
bottom of the Companion T with a quarter-turn fastener. A moisture pad, located in the
cup, can be removed and dried as needed.
Figure 1-6: Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
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FILLING INSTRUCTIONS FOR TECHNICIANS
The Companion 1000/T can be filled from a Companion Stationary or a Companion
Low Loss Stationary reservoir that contains liquid oxygen at proper saturation pressure
(nominal 22 psig/152 kPa saturation). Perform the pre-fill and post-fill procedures on
the patient’s C1000/T whenever you fill the patient’s Stationary unit.
Buckle Assembly
Vent Valve
Contents
Indicator
Oxygen Outlet
Connector
Flow Control
Valve
Female Fill
Connector
Moisture Pad
(Companion T)
Moisture Cup
(Companion T)
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