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Firesafe™ Flowmeter
Instructions for Use
702-0049.22
September 2020

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  • Page 1 Firesafe™ Flowmeter Instructions for Use 702-0049.22 September 2020...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical Description ........................4 Operating Instructions ..........................6 4.1. Connecting to Gas Supply ........................ 6 4.2. Adjusting the Flow ..........................6 4.3. Reading the Flowmeter ........................6 4.4. Connecting to Patient ........................6 4.5. During Use ............................7 4.6. After Use ............................7 Cleaning and Disinfection ........................
  • Page 4: Symbols

    Device Specification. If the supply is a gas cylinder, check the cylinder contents gauge regularly. This flowmeter is only for use with the medical gas indicated on the device label. Check the  cylinder or supply is the correct medical grade gas before use. Always check that the flowmeter is connected to the correct gas specific terminal unit.
  • Page 5: Cautions

    Y-piece in an attempt to blend their outputs).  Only use this flowmeter with the flow tube in a vertical position. Failure to do so may result in incorrect flow rates being displayed. Arrange the oxygen tubing and gas hose carefully to avoid damage to the hose and the potential ...
  • Page 6: Functional Description

    Firesafe™ Nozzle 3.1. Intended Use The Firesafe™ Flowmeter is used to precisely control the flow of medical oxygen or medical air (model dependant) from a low pressure supply. Inlet pressure ranges can be found in the Technical Specification. Medical gases are, or should be considered, drugs and should only be used for medical purposes on the authority of a physician or authorised clinician and then strictly in accordance with their instructions.
  • Page 7 25-30 l/min to supply a resuscitation bag. 3.2.6. Inlet Filter The flowmeter is fitted with a 25 μm filter to ensure that large particles of debris that might be resident in the gas supply do not contaminate the flowmeter or pass through to the patient. 3.2.7.
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Do not connect or use the device if there are any doubts about its condition. The flowmeter is supplied with a gas specific connector that is designed to connect to a mating gas specific outlet. Gas specific outlets might be a terminal unit in a medical gas pipeline system or part of a pressure regulator outlet on a gas cylinder.
  • Page 9: During Use

    Wipe over the outside of the flowmeter and the gas supply hose with an alcohol or disinfecting wipe. 5.2. Suspected Contamination If you suspect that the flowmeter is contaminated, remove it from use and refer the device to the appropriate department. Never immerse the flowmeter in any fluid or attempt to clean internal parts. Maintenance 6.1.
  • Page 10: Service And Repair

    0 – 15 l/min Model specific between 370 – 550 kPa Note: The flowmeter is able to operate safely within the pressure range 370 kPa Inlet Pressure Range to 550 kPa, but the flowmeter will only deliver accurately when connected to an input pressure as shown on the device.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Medical gas systems. Low pressure flexible hose assemblies Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Solution No gas flow Flowmeter is not connected Check gas supply. Check that the gas specific probe properly. is correctly connected. Gas cylinder empty. Replace gas cylinder. Medical gas terminal unit on a Seek advice from someone authorised to operate the pipeline system is isolated.
  • Page 12: Parts And Spares

    Dual Direct 0 – 15 l/min - BS 5682 connector (New Zealand) 400 kPa 829-1051 Firesafe™ Flowmeter - Air Single Direct 0 – 15 l/min - BS 5682 connector (New Zealand) 400 kPa 829-1052 Firesafe™ Flowmeter - Air Dual Direct 0 – 15 l/min - BS 5682 connector (New Zealand) 400 kPa *All listed part numbers are standard configurations;...
  • Page 13: Distributor Details

    Distributor Details Australia BOC Healthcare Customer Service Centre 10 Julius Avenue North Ryde Sydney NSW, 2113 T: +61 (0)2 8874 4400 F: +61 (0)2 9886 9000 www.boc.com.au New Zealand BOC Healthcare Customer Service Centre 970-992 Great South Road Penrose 1061 Auckland New Zealand T: +64 (0)9 525 5600...
  • Page 16 BPR Medical Limited  +44 (0)1623 628 281 Qarad EC-REP BV 22 Hamilton Way, Mansfield, Notts. info@bprmedical.com Pas 257, 2440 Geel NG18 5BU, United Kingdom www.bprmedical.com Belgium...

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