Regulators IFU GB,FR,DE,NL Rev 03
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12/02/2010
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Ensure that the flow control knob is on the ZERO position (if any).
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Ensure the accessory IS NOT connected to the pressure outlet.
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Slowly open the cylinder valve by turning the hand wheel in anticlockwise direction
approx 1 to 1½ turns.
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Sudden opening of the cylinder valve could result in a danger of fire or
explosion arising from oxygen pressure shocks. Insufficient opening of the
cylinder valve could reduce actual flow delivered.
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Connect the accessory to the pressure outlet.
After completion of the therapy
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Turn off the cylinder valve by turning the hand wheel in a clockwise direction to the
stop position. Do not use excessive force.
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Vent gas pressure from downstream equipment.
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Disconnect the male QC probe from the pressure outlet.
6.3 After use
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Turn off the cylinder valve by turning the hand wheel in a clockwise direction to the
stop position. Do not use excessive force.
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Reset the flow control knob on the “ZERO” position – when the gas venting has ceased
(valid for version with flow-metering device only).
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Ensure the pressure gauge does not show any residual pressure.
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Remove connections from user outlets.
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Refit pressure outlet and flow outlet protection caps. Before refitting the caps, ensure
they are clean.
7. Cleaning
Remove general contamination with a soft cloth damped in oil free oxygen compatible
soapy water & rinse with clean water.
Disinfection can be carried out with an alcohol-based solution (spray or wipes).
If other cleaning solutions are used, check that they are not abrasive and that they are
compatible the product materials (including labels) and gas.
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Do not use cleaning solutions containing ammonia!
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Do not immerse in water or any liquid.
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Do not expose to high temperature (such as autoclave).
8. Maintenance
8.1 Service and Product Life time
Serial number and date of production
Form of nine digit serial number stamped on the product is following:
YY MM XXXXX
YY: year of production
MM: month of production
