Cleaning; Check-Up; Maintenance; Storage And Transport - VTI Select Ergo Gebrauchsanleitung

All medical gases – including oxygen – are medicines!
For this reason, medical prescriptions and the instructions of nursing staff and paramedics
must be observed!
Turning off the pressure regulator and connecting it to a new gas cylinder
As soon as the pointer on the pressure gauge (2) enters the red zone and continued supply is required,
you should prepare to change the cylinder. Always leave some residual pressure in the cylinder. This
helps prevent possible contamination of the cylinder.
Close the valve on the gas cylinder by hand. Allow the remaining gas to escape from the pressure
regulator via the outlet until the pressure gauge (2) indicates "0". The pressure regulator can now be
released from the valve by turning the screw connection (1) anti-clockwise and, if necessary, attached to
a new cylinder.
Each time the cylinder is changed, check that the pressure regulator is functioning (read the section
"Checkup")!
Do not set up gas cylinders in the immediate vicinity of sources of heat (e.g. heaters,
ovens)! Naked flames and smoking are strictly forbidden in the vicinity of valves
carrying gas!
Do not use external components, e.g. adhesive plaster, to seal the inlets and
outlets!
Always secure cylinders against falling over and uncontrolled movement!
CAUTION: Liquid gas cylinders (e.g. nitrous oxide) must only be used in the upright
position!

7 Cleaning

The device must be cleaned regularly.
Cleaning agents must be used in moderation and must not enter the inlets or outlets.
Under no circumstances use agents containing oil, grease or wax! Use a clean, dry or damp cloth.
8 Check up
Even devices not in use must be checked at least every six months as follows:
• Are there any signs of external damage?
• Is the O-ring for the inlet connection present and intact?
• Does the pressure gauge display a realistic pressure if the pressure regulator is connected and the
cylinder valve open?
• Does gas come out of the flow outlet?
If necessary, inform the customer service of any faults that occur!

9 Maintenance

The pressure regulator must be inspected and maintained at regular intervals by trained personnel. We
recommend an inspection every five years and a maintenance 10 years after manufacture – or
sooner in case of visible defects.
The interval specified on the inspection plate (7) must also be observed to devices in storage!
Only genuine VTI spare parts and lubricating agents specified by VTI may be used!

10 Storage and transport

The pressure regulator must always be stored in a clean and dry environment!
Take particular care to ensure that the inlet connection is protected against contamination and damage.
Suitable transport protection, e.g. the original packaging, must be used when the devices are transported!
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