Repackaging For Return; Controls, Indicators, And Connectors; Fill Connector; Vent Valve - CAIRE COMPANION 1000 Technical Manual

1.5.3
1.6

CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND CONNECTORS

1.6.1
1.6.2
1.6.3
1-8 Introduction
1. Record the Companion 1000/T serial number. The serial number is etched on the
vent valve mounting bracket (Figure 1-3). You can view it by pulling the vent valve
lever down.
2. Verify receipt of the Companion 1000/T Operating Instructions.

Repackaging for Return

To return a product, contact
a Technical Support Representative. A Return
be issued to track the product return. Please have available your account number, the
model and serial number of the product, and the reason for returning the product when
you call to request an R A. Return the unit in its original carton, if possible. If the
original carton is not available, you may purchase a new carton (Section 1.12,
Accessories).
Fire hazard and extreme cold hazard. Do not package or
ship units that contain liquid or gaseous oxygen. Liquid
oxygen spillage and high oxygen concentrations are
possible. Empty oxygen contents completely before
packaging or shipping units.
1. Obtain the proper carton and insert for the Companion 1000/T you wish to
package (Section 1.12, Accessories).
2. Carefully place the carton insert around the Companion 1000/T.
3. Fold down the carton top flaps and secure the carton with packing tape.
The controls, indicators, and connectors that are used on the Companion 1000/T unit
are shown in Figure 1-6. Their functions are described below.

Fill Connector

The Companion 1000/T uses a
oxygen from the Stationary. It is the female half of a cryogenic quick connect coupling
system. A spring loaded poppet automatically opens when the connector is engaged and
automatically closes when the connector is disengaged.

Vent Valve

The vent valve is a lever-actuated, spring-loaded valve located on the back side of the
Companion 1000/T. The patient pulls the lever down and holds it in the extended
position to begin filling the Companion 1000/T. When the unit is full, the patient moves
the lever up to close the valve and terminate the filling process.

Contents Indicator

The contents indicator displays the amount of liquid oxygen in the Companion 1000/T.
It is a mechanical, spring-balanced indicator that is viewed through the top of the
Companion 1000/T Liquid Oxygen System Technical Manual
at 1-800-
WARNING
bottom fill connector to receive liquid
and ask to speak with
Authorization (R A) number
B-701964-00 Rev. C