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9.9.7 Vaporizer Warnings
1. Do not use any vaporizer that is visibly misaligned on the manifold or
that, when it is locked, can be lifted off the manifold. Incorrect mounting
may result in incorrect delivery of gases.
2. A vaporizer is calibrated and labeled for one agent only. Do not fi ll with
anything other than the designated agent.
3. If a vaporizer is fi lled with the wrong agent, draining will not eliminate the
agent, because the wick will have absorbed some of the agent. The wick
must be thoroughly cleaned and dried by trained service personnel.
4. The vaporizers must be completely upright for the sight glass to properly
indicate agent levels.
5. Never oil or grease any oxygen equipment unless the lubricant used is
made and approved for this type of service. In general, oils and greases
oxidize readily, and - in the presence of oxygen - will burn violently.
Fomblin is the recommended oxygen service lubricant (stock number
ST7014).
6. After performing any maintenance or repair procedure, always verify
proper operation of the system before returning to use.
7. Use cleaning solution sparingly. Do not saturate system components.
Excessive solution can damage internal devices.
8. Following ethylene oxide sterilization, quarantine the equipment in a well
ventilated area to allow dissipation of absorbed ethylene oxide gas. In
some cases, aeration periods of seven days or more may be required.
Aeration time can be decreased when special aeration devices are
used. Follow the sterilizer manufacturer’s recommendations for aeration
periods required.
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