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7. OPERATIONS
7.1. BEFORE USE
7.1.1. PREPARATION FOR USE OF THE TERMINAL UNIT
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Check if there is visible external damage to the terminal unit (including
the labels and marking). If it shows signs of external damages, avoid its
use and identify its status.
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Visually check if the product is contaminated; and if needed, use the
cleaning procedure detailed in this Manual in Chapter 8.
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Check the unit for leakage (e.g. by listening for leakage that can be
heard).
Terminal unit can be used only for the gas specifi ed on the button. Never
try to use it for diff erent type of gas.
7.2. CONNECTION OF TERMINAL UNITS
7.2.1. LIST OF KNOWN ACCESSORIES
Hoses, fl ow rate meters, fans, underpressure reducing valves, suction
ejetors.
Any accessories used must be compatible with certain gas and with the
EN ISO 9170-1 standard.
Before connecting any accessories make sure that the patient is not
connected to the system.
7.2.2. CONNECTION OF MEDICAL DEVICES TO QUICK CONNEC-
TORS
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Connect the medical device to the quick connector of the Terminal Unit.
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Check whether there is gas on the outlet of the medical device connected
(e.g. by setting the fl ow rate of the fl ow rate meter connected).
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Use the medical device connected in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Never attempt to connect accessories designed for another type of gas
to the TU.
7.3. AFTER EVERY USE
Disconnect the medical devices used from the terminal unit.
