10
H
ELI
O
2
BLENDEr
HELIUM-OxygEn
7. Confirm the concentration of heliox with an Oxygen Monitor /
Analyzer. If necessary activate the bleed flow valve to maintain
F
I
O
2
accuracy.
8. To activate the bleed, turn and rotate the knurled collar back until it
contacts the cover.
9. To deactivate the bleed, pull and rotate the collar away from the
cover until bleed flow valve is closed.
10. Turn “OFF” the heliox and oxygen supply or disconnect when the
H
ELI
O
2
Blender
is not in use.
CLEANING
CAUTION
• dO NOT
steam autoclave.
• dO NOT
immerse the
H
ELI
O
2
Blender into any liquid.
• dO NOT
use any strong solvent or abrasive cleaners.
• dO NOT
gas sterilize with (EtO) Ethylene Oxide.
• dO NOT
clean with aromatic hydrocarbons.
1. Disconnect all gas connections and equipment before cleaning.
2. Clean exterior surfaces with a cloth dampened with mild detergent
and water.
3. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
MAINTENANCE
The following maintenance on the
H
ELI
O
2
Blender
must be performed
by a trained service technician:
•
The alarm should be tested prior to being placed into clinical
service and periodically there after.
• Every year conduct the Operational Verification Procedure (OVP).
* A detailed description of the OVP tests can be found in the
Blender Service Manual (P/N 506124), and available on the
Internet; www.precisionmedical.com
•
Every 2 years the
H
ELI
O
2
Blender
should be serviced.
PM5400
(P/N 506125)
PM5500
(P/N 506212)
•
Refer to the
H
ELI
O
2
Blender
Service Manual (P/N 506124) for
complete details regarding further maintenance and testing.
