Connecting A Co 2 Gas Cylinder - Olympus UHI-3 Instructions Manual

3.3 Connecting a CO
HIGH FLOW INSUFFLATION UNIT UHI-3
gas cylinder
2
Using other gases than medical grade CO
poisoning, complications, etc. In addition, oil, impurities, etc.,
may penetrate the interior of the UHI-3 and impede proper
CO gas insufflation.
2
• Always keep the gas cylinder in the upright position. Fasten
the cylinder to a wall or another stable structure to prevent it
from toppling. If the gas cylinder is placed horizontally or in
an inclined position, liquefied CO
channel inside the UHI-3 and normal insufflation may
become impossible.
• Only open the CO
2
connecting the UHI-3 and the CO
CO gas cylinder valve before correctly connecting the
2
equipment will result in liquid CO
hose. The insufflation channels inside the UHI-3 may freeze
and prevent proper CO
• Never lubricate the equipment/hose connections with grease,
oil, etc. This could result in grease, oil, or other foreign matter
penetrating into the UHI-3, impeding proper operation and
preventing proper insufflation of CO
• Olympus is not liable for any injury or damage due to
improper cylinder connection.
• If a significant gas leak is noted from within the UHI-3,
terminate its use immediately and contact Olympus.
Chapter 3 Installation and Connection
may enter the insufflation
2
gas cylinder valve after correctly
gas cylinder. Opening the
2
flowing into the cylinder
2
gas insufflation.
2
gas.
2
may result in fire,
2
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