Do's & Don'ts - Teledyne TED 200-T Instruction Manual

2.3 Do's and Don'ts
• Read all of the directions before using for the first time.
• Calibrate every 8 hours or before every use.
• Visually inspect the sensor for leakage before each use.
• Use 2-point calibration every time: 21%, then 100%.
• Check the HI and LO alarm settings prior to each use.
• Test batteries regularly (replace immediately when indicated).
• Keep the unit, sensor and connections dry, or on the dry side of the breathing
circuit.
• Recalibrate after replacing the batteries.
• Recalibrate after replacing the sensor.
• Use properly installed alkaline batteries only.
• Make sure the T-7 sensor is properly attached.
• Use the plastic flow diverter only when using the tee adapter.
• Remove and save the plastic flow diverter when using the unit in chamber
applications (incubators, tents, etc.)
• Perform an alarm test before each use (press the ALARM TEST key twice).
• Clean the case with isopropyl alcohol or mild detergent only.
• Use the TED 200-T if you suspect any malfunction.
• Use the TED 200-T in the presence of flammable gases.
• Use anything but alkaline batteries.
• Autoclave or freeze the T-7 sensor or TED 200-T unit.
• Open or try to repair a leaking or broken sensor.
• Immerse the unit or sensor in any liquid.
• Pass hot or cold gas mixtures over the sensor.
• Expose the unit to devices that produce high levels of radio, short wave,
microwave, x-ray, or high frequency interference.
• Use cleaning agents or liquids in the cable receptacles or around the battery
compartment.
• Place the TED 200-T unit itself in a water vapor-saturated environment.
• Expose the LCD to excessive sunlight.
• Expose the TED 200-T to a condensing water environment such as a mist
tent.
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