Tec 5 Vaporizer
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O & M Manual Part No. 1105-0100-000
August 1999
5.0
Maintenance
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Warning: Do not modify, tamper with or disassemble the vaporizer because of the dangers of
damaging the unit and altering the accuracy of graduation.
Observation of the instructions previously provided, regular servicing and normal professional vigilance
is normally all that is required to maintain the vaporizer in a safe working condition.
5.1
Schedule
5.1.1
Every Two Weeks
When the agent level is low, drain the contents of the vaporizer into an appropriately marked container
and discard the agent. Less frequent intervals may be used when the anaesthetic agent does not
contain additives or stabilising agents, but the procedure must be performed at least once every year.
5.1.2
Every Three Years
Datex-Ohmeda recommends that all Tec 5 Vaporizers are serviced every three years, irrespective of
conditions of use.
The vaporizer should be serviced at an Datex-Ohmeda authorised Service Centre.
This service includes the following:
1.
Complete disassembly of components.
2.
Thorough cleaning.
3.
Inspection for damage and wear.
4.
Renewal of wicks, seals and damaged or worn components.
5.
Where appropriate, replacement of discontinued parts with more up-to-date parts.
6.
Lubrication where necessary.
7.
Checks of delivered vapour concentrations under closely defined conditions at different
temperatures and flows with regraduation or adjustment where necessary.
5.2
Cleaning
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Warning: Do not put water or any other solvent into a vaporizer. A vaporizer should be filled with the
specified anaesthetic agent only.
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Warning: Do not immerse the vaporizer in any liquid, including water.
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Warning: Do not autoclave the vaporizer.
Clean the exterior of the vaporizer with a damp cloth.
Never allow cleaning agents to accumulate either in the filler, the gas inlet and outlet ports or around
the control dial.
