GCE MINISTAR 2 Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 12

Before connecting any accessory to the pressure outlet make sure that the patient is not con-
nected and the accessory outlet is secured.
If pressure outlet is to be connected to a medical device that requires high gas flow (for
instance pulmonary ventilator that requires gas flow 100 l/min at the minimum pressure 2.8
bar), compare the required flow of connecting medical device with pressure and flow charac-
teristics of the combination valve stated in appendix Nr. 1. To assure sufficient performance
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(pressure and flow characteristics of the combination valve ) the medical device should not be
used if pressure indicator enters the red zone.
Sudden opening could result in a danger of fire or explosion arising from oxygen pressure
shocks. Insufficient opening of the shut-off valve could reduce actual flow delivered.
If a pressure outlet as well as a flow outlet are part of the combination valve do not use them
simultaneously, especially if pressure in the cylinder is below 50 bar, in could adversely affect
the outlet parameters of the combination valve .
6.3.3. AFTER USE
• Turn off at the shut-off valve by turning the combination control knob" shut-off valve & flow
selector" in a clockwise direction to OFF position. Do not use excessive force (Maximum
recommended closing torque is 3 Nm).
• Vent pressure from the connected devices.
• Disconnect all connected devices from user outlets.
• Refit pressure outlet and flow outlet protection cap (if any). Before refitting the caps, ensure
they are clean.
7. ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES CONNECTABLE TO FLOW OUTLET:
• hose connected with mask, cannula or humidifier.
ACCESSORIES CONNECTABLE TO PRESSURE OUTLET:
• low pressure hose (working pressure >10 bar), flowmeters, Venturi suction ejectors, lung ven-
tilators.
OTHER USER ACCESSORIES:
• bed hanger, humidifier holder.
ACCESSORIES FOR FILLING STATIONS:
• filling adaptor.
Before connecting any accessory or medical device to the combination valve, always check
that they are fully compatible with connection features & performances of the product.
8. CLEANING
Remove dirt with a soft cloth damped in oil free soap water & rinsed with clean water. Disinfec-
tion can be carried out with an alcohol-based solution (with damped wipes).
If other cleaning solutions are used, check that they are not abrasive and they are compatible
with the product materials (including labels) and gas (convenient cleaning solution - i.e. Meli-
septol)
Do not use cleaning solutions containing ammonia!
Do not expose to water or any other liquid.
Do not expose to high temperature (such as autoclave).
To apply the cleaning solution do not spray it as the spray may enter into the inner parts of
combination valve and cause contamination or damage.
Do not use pressure wash as it could damage or contaminate the combination valve .
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