Inspection and testing, Cleaning and lubricating – Amico Retractable Ceiling Column Outlet User Manual
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The Amico Outlets are factory cleaned for oxygen service. Exposed surfaces of the outlet may be cleaned with a mild
detergent solution or wiped with a disinfectant commonly used in patient rooms, that is compatible with plastics,
anodized aluminium and die cast zinc. Lubricate elastomer seals sparingly with a silicone lubricant that is oxygen
compatible. DO NOT USE OIL.
Inspection and Testing
Medical Gas Outlets should be inspected periodically or at least once a year. The test should be in accordance with NFPA
99 “Gas and Vacuum systems” .
Test for Leaks:
Ensure that no leaks exists, with or without the adapter inserted.
Test for Indexing:
Only a mating gas specific adapter should insert smoothly into the outlet, latch and be retained.
Test for Flow:
• Gas Outlets: 120 l/min (4.2 scfm) @ 345 kPa (50 psi), maximum allowable pressure drop is 28 kPa (4 psi).
• Nitrogen Outlet: 400 l/min (14.1 scfm) @ 1,250 kPa (180 psi), maximum allowable pressure drop is 70 kPa (10
psi).
• Vacuum Outlet: 30 l/min (1.1 scfm) @ 54 kPa (16 inHg), maximum allowable pressure drop is 13 kPa (4 inHg).
Refer to the appropriate standards for the proper way of performing the flow test.
Note:
The Amico medical gas and vacuum outlets meet and exceed these requirements at the time of manufacture.
However piping source capacity, sizing and restrictions may prevent outlets from attaining these values.
Cleaning and Lubricating
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