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- Page 1 Norvap International Operation & Maintenance Manual Apollo Vaporiser DRAFT...
- Page 2 Read This Manual Before Installing and Operating the Vaporiser...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Keyed filler draining procedure 5.3.5 Quick fill filler filling procedure 5.3.6 Quick fill filler draining procedure Checking the calibration Maintenance Schedule Cleaning Repairs Disposal Warranty Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 1 of 27... -
Page 4: Introduction
This manual and all its associated documentation must be studied thoroughly before any attempt is made to install, operate or maintain any part of the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser. Failure to do so may result in user / patient injury. - Page 5 If it is over filled, then drain out the excess as described until the correct level is regained before use. There is no interlock fitted to the Apollo Tec 3 vaporiser therefore ONLY one vaporiser to be connected at any one time to avoid cross contamination.
- Page 6 Agent specific filling cannot be assured when bottles without collars are used. Ensure the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser is secured in an upright position for a minimum of 10 minutes before it is connected to a patient or a breathing system.
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Page 7: Intended User Responsibility
Norvap International for further information. To ensure that the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser functions correctly, it must be serviced at regular intervals at a Norvap International approved Service Centre. -
Page 8: Description
The fresh gas supply must be between 0.5 and 10LPM. The Apollo Plug on Block Tec 3 Style vaporiser is designed to be used on a Selectatec Compatibility Block only. Warning: If the vaporiser has been inverted, connect to a gas scavenging system, set the dial to the top output and purge the system with the carrier gas at 5LPM for 5 minutes. -
Page 9: Dial Control
Figure 1 Apollo Tec 3 Style Vaporisers Specifications Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporisers are calibrated at 71.6°F (22°C) +/- 1°C using an oxygen carrier gas at a flow of 3 litres/minute. The variation in output with temperature, flowrate and duration of use is small, and the variation of output when used with Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation is negligible. -
Page 10: Liquid Capacity
(nominal). Amount retained by wick system is 60 mls (nominal). 3.2 Flow Rate The Apollo Tec 3 Style Vaporiser is compatible with Gas flow of 0.5 to 10 litres/minute. Flow outside this range may affect the performance. 3.3 Temperature Range The Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser is designed to operate at temperatures between 64.4°F (18°C) and 95°F (35°C). -
Page 11: Symbols Used
Maximum fill line symbol on the filling sight glass. (Agent level indicator). Minimum fill line symbol on the filling sight glass. (Agent level indicator). Direction of Flow Percentage concentration Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 9 of 27... -
Page 12: Installation
Installation The Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser must always be mounted between the flow meter unit and the patient breathing circuit, but upstream of any absorber or humidifier. The vaporiser must be connected so that the flow of gas to the patient is as indicated by the arrows on the device. -
Page 13: Mounting The Vaporiser - Cagemount
5. Carefully lower the vaporiser onto the manifold so that the vaporiser Plug on Block port covers the two manifold port valves. Ensuring the ports are correctly engaged with the valves. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 11 of 27... -
Page 14: Vaporiser Removal From The Manifold
The vaporiser is designed for labelled specific agents only and filling of any other agent can prove to be dangerous to the patient. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 12 of 27... -
Page 15: Turning The Vaporiser "On" And "Off
“OFF” when the vaporiser is not in use. Ensure the Release Button returns to the locked position. The vaporiser must not be used set between the Off and the Zero mark Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 13 of 27... -
Page 16: Filling & Draining
Do not tip the vaporizer during the filling operation as this will result in over or under filling Remove the filler cap by turning it counter-clockwise, Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 14 of 27... -
Page 17: Screw Cap Filler Filling Procedure
Caution: Do not allow the drainage container to become completely full during draining. Remove the screw cap to reveal the drain plug. Position a properly labelled container under the drain spout. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 15 of 27... -
Page 18: Keyed Filler Filling Procedure
Caution: If there is liquid in the air tube of the bottle adaptor, remove the adaptor from the drug bottle and gently shake the adaptor a few times to clear the tube. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 16 of 27... - Page 19 The Tec 3 Style vaporiser is now ready for use. Caution: If the vaporiser was dry before filling, the level will decrease slightly as the wick absorbs the agent. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 17 of 27...
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Page 20: Keyed Filler Draining Procedure
(and to allow air to vent) unscrew the top retaining screw slowly as the vaporiser may be pressurised and remove the dummy filler plug from the filler socket. Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 18 of 27... -
Page 21: Quick Fill Filler Filling Procedure
Warning: Ensure that the drain screw; located on the bottom front of the filler body; is correctly tightened to prevent loss of liquid agent. Remove the protective cap from the anaesthetic agent bottle filler, Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 19 of 27... - Page 22 Caution: If the vaporiser was dry before filling, the level will decrease slightly as the wick absorbs the agent. Figure 4 Filling a Quick Fill Filler Vaporiser 5.3.6 Quick Fill Filler (draining procedure) Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 20 of 27...
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Page 23: Quick Fill Filler Draining Procedure
Turn the dial to “OFF”. Figure 5 Draining a Quick Fill Filler Vaporiser DRAIN VALVE KEYED DRAINED SLOT DRAIN FUNNEL NOZZLE KEYS AGENT BOTTLE Doc. No. 157 Issue 1.0 Draft Apollo Operations Manual 20 March 2019 Page 21 of 27... -
Page 24: Checking The Calibration
Checking the Calibration The performance of the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporisers, which are in clinical use, is monitored by observing patient signs and consumption of anaesthetic agent. The vaporiser is to be used with halogenated anaesthetic agent monitoring equipment complying with ISO/IEC 80601-2-55. -
Page 25: Maintenance
It is recommended that the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporisers are serviced every one (1) year including calibration annually at a Norvap International authorised Service Centre. -
Page 26: Cleaning
Warning: Do NOT autoclave the vaporiser. Clean the exterior of the Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser with a cloth dampened with CE marked disinfectant as per the manufacturer’s instructions. Never allow cleaning agents to accumulate in the filler or gas inlet and outlet ports or around the dial control. -
Page 27: Repairs
7.3 Repairs Repairs must only be carried out by Norvap International or authorised service representatives. 7.4 Disposal At the end of life, the vaporiser must be drained and dried before disposing of too metallic waste in accordance with your regional regulations. -
Page 28: Warranty
Norvap International sole and exclusive obligation and the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy under the above warranties are limited to repairing or replacing, free of charge, at Norvap International option, a product which is confirmed as being defective by Norvap International following the buyer’s... - Page 29 If the unit is being returned for repair, indicate the nature of the fault or the work required to be undertaken. Norvap International can be contacted by telephone by dialling (+44) 01282 698702 or emailing info@Norvapint.com...