Precision Medical EasyDial Reg Oxygen Regulator - Manual (Page 5)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this User Manual before installing or operating the Dial Regulator.
1. Check cylinder valve to be sure it is not bent or damaged. A damaged
valve could leak or fail, or it may not make a tight connection when
cylinder is placed into use.
2. Make sure the Regulator and cylinder valve are free of oil, grease or other
contaminants.
3. Before installing Regulator, “crack” cylinder valve by opening the valve
slightly and closing to remove any foreign particles.
4. Be sure Regulator is in the “OFF” position. Align “OFF” with the
Indicating Pointer .
5. a) For CGA 870 connection (Yoke):
• Be sure the high pressure inlet port has a Yoke Seal.
• Attach Regulator to the oxygen cylinder post valve and align index pins
with mating holes.
• Hand tighten T-handle.
b) For CGA 540 connection (Nut & Nipple):
• Attach the Regulator to the oxygen cylinder valve and tighten with
wrench.
6. Position the Regulator so the cylinder valve opening is pointing away
from the user and any other person(s).
7. S-L-O-W-L-Y open cylinder valve counterclockwise, until completely open.
8. Turn dial until Indicating Pointer is pointing to the prescribed flow.
9. Continue procedure as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
NOTE: • Precision Medical, Inc. strongly recommends the use of kink
proof patient tubing.
• When the Dial Regulator is not in use, turn dial until the Indicating
Pointer is pointing to OFF and close cylinder valve.