Suburban Mfg 12019-01-NGFREP manual Filter/Fans Compartment External, CO2 Filter Monitoring Window

Chapter 2 - Description of Components

Filter/Fans

Compartment,

External

(Figure 27)

The following section gives you detailed information on the compo- nents found on the outside of the filter/fans compartment.

36 - CO2 Filter Monitoring	35 - Digital Readout
Window

37 - Panel Access Knobs (4)

38 - Drain

Figure 27. Filter/Fans Compartment, External

35 - Digital Readout This two-function digital readout (Figures 27 and 28) displays the temperatureandhumidityintheanimalcompartment.At the top of the readout, temperature is displayed in degrees-Fahrenheit (or Centi- grade). The bottom of the readout displays percent humidity. The readout operates independently of the other components in the ICU and is powered by its own Type AAA battery. To replace this battery, refer to Replacing the Digital Readout Battery on Page 62.

36 - CO2 Filter Monitoring Window

The CO2 filter monitoring window (Figure 28) allows you to view the Sodalime carbon-dioxide filter to determine its current condi- tion. When fresh, the Sodalime is off-white in color.As it absorbs CO2, it slowly darkens and ultimately becomes a deep brown.

When it is fully saturated it must be replaced as it is no longer effective.Asingle pan of absorbent will normally last for about one month, however, usage factors and environmental conditions can have a substantial impact. For information on how to re-fill the Sodalime pan, refer to Re-filling the CO2 Filter on Page 65.

CAUTION: Before handling Sodalime, please read Sodalime Warnings on Page 4.

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