Liquid Capacity; Flow Rate; Temperature Range; Performance - Norvap Apollo Operation & Maintenance Manual

3.1 Liquid Capacity

Amount of anaesthetic agent to fully charge the vaporiser from empty is 150
mls (nominal).
Amount of anaesthetic agent to recharge the vaporiser from low level is 90
mls (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).
The Apollo Tec 3 Style vaporiser Storage temperature range is -4°F (-20°C) to
+113°F (+45°C).
Note: The vaporiser packaging must be protected from condensation.

3.4 Performance

Accuracy at 3 Litres/minute with Oxygen at 22°C ± 1°C is ±15% dial setting.
All Norvap International veterinary vaporisers are calibrated at 3 litres/min with
oxygen.
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