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Before initial use the product should be kept in its original packaging. GCE
recommends use of the original packaging (including internal sealing bag
and caps) if the product is withdraw from operation (for transport, storage).
Statutory laws, rules and regulations for medical gases, accident prevention
and environmental protection must be observed.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
CONDITIONS
-20/+60 °C
-30/+60 °C
10/100%
10/100%
600/1200 mbar
600/1200 mbar
In case of storage at a temperature below -20 °C, d o not operate the re-
gulator until it has been allowed to increase its temperature to a minimum
of -20 °C.
At regulators intended for use with mixture of medical gases O
2
+N
2
O is
lower operation temperature limit +5°C. During normal use the flow outlet
and pressure outlet will sometimes have a frosty appearance. This is a
normal physical reaction in the valve, due to that the gas is going from
high pressure to low pressure (Joule Thompson effect). Ensure that all
equipment that is connected to the valve by at least a 2 metre hose.
4. PERSONNEL INSTRUCTIONS
The Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC states that product provider
must ensure that all personnel handling the product are provided with the
operating instructions & performance data.
Do not use the product without properly familiarization of the product and
its safe operation as defined in this Instruction for use. Ensure user is awa-
re of particular information and knowledge required for the gas in use.
5. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
FIG. 1: Typical configuration of MediSelect® II regulator
FIG. 2: Configuration of MediReg® II regulator with flowmeter
The regulator acts as a pressure-reducer, gas from the cylinder valve
passes through the pressure regulator to the user outlets.
A - INLET STEM
Regulator is fitted to the medical cylinder valve by mean of an inlet stem.
The stem can be bull nose type (male thread), nut type (female thread) or
pin index type. The inlet stem includes a filter.
