BOC ENTONOX ED - User Manual

Best-in-class cylinder packages
BOC Healthcare pioneers the medical gas products and services that will
deliver tomorrow’s patient care today. Our unrivalled commitment to
improving medical gas technology, reduces costs, and optimises patient
treatment. All BOC Healthcare gas cylinders are designed to be robust,
reliable, convenient to use and safe to handle. To provide the highest
quality, all cylinders are tested at every fi ll to ensure patient safety.
Integral valve cylinders
BOC was the fi rst UK company to introduce integral valve cylinders to
the healthcare sector. These simple, ready to use cylinders require no
additional equipment. The lightweight packages in the range are more
convenient to use and hold more gas than conventional cylinders.
The benefi ts and features of these cylinders are:
•
constantly live gauge indicates gas levels, even when the
cylinder is not turned on
•
higher gas capacity for less cylinder changes
•
lightweight small cylinders for less lifting eff ort, ideal for
portable use
•
improved manual handling, minimising the risk of injury
•
easier to store and handle due to its fl at stable base and
carry handle
•
clear product labelling to avoid selecting the wrong gas
•
eliminates the costs of buying and maintaining separate regulators
• tamper-evident covers to ensure the gas is kept uncontaminated
and safe for the patient up to the time of use
• no need for a cylinder key
• simple push fi t connection to save time.
With BOC as your provider, you can be sure to benefi t from leading-
edge technology.
ENTONOX
®
(50% nitrous oxide/50% oxygen).
Integral valve cylinders (ED, EX).
→ BOC: Living healthcare
Cylinder features
Convenient
carry handle
Easy on/off handwheel
Clear product identity
Flat base
“Live”
contents gauge
Batch label
Clear product identity
Capstan
Schrader outlet

Summary

Best-in-class cylinder packages

Integral valve cylinders

BOC's integral valve cylinders are simple, ready-to-use, lightweight packages requiring no additional equipment.

Cylinder features

Highlights key features of BOC cylinders, including carry handles, gauges, and connection types.

Instructions for use

Initial safety checks

Ensure hands are clean and free from alcohol before handling cylinders. Check cylinders for oil, grease, or damage.

Preparing a new cylinder for use

Verify cylinder label, expiry date, and gauge. Remove tamper-evident cover and open valve outlet cover.

Connecting a demand valve to the Schrader outlet

Connect demand valve with a new filter to the Schrader outlet. Turn cylinder on slowly and check for leaks.

Monitoring during use

Instruct patient on valve use, inhale for 2 mins. Use scavenging, monitor patient condition, and check gauge.

After use

Remove demand valve, turn cylinder off, vent residual gas, disconnect probe, and replace outlet cover.

Cylinder range and specifications

Nominal cylinder duration

Storage and use

Safety information and precautions

General Safety Precautions

Do not use near flames, store securely, ensure clear signage, separate cylinders, and prohibit smoking.

Handling and Usage Guidelines

Use trolleys for transport, cylinder supports, set up before use, avoid placing on beds, and do not use oil/grease.

Cleaning and Refilling

Use appropriate cleaning materials. Do not refill or tamper with the cylinder package.

BOC ENTONOX ED Specifications

General

Product Name	BOC ENTONOX ED
Category	Medical Equipment
Gas Composition	50% Nitrous Oxide, 50% Oxygen
Cylinder Material	Steel
Pressure	137 bar
Application	Analgesia
Cylinder Pressure	137 bar
Valve Type	Pin index
Regulator Compatibility	Compatible with BOC and other standard Entonox regulators