What is your position on the use of rotary oil vane technology as the vacuum pump producer for a combination Medical Vacuum and WAGD system?
5.1.3.8.1.2 If WAGD is produced by the medical–surgical vacuum source, the following shall apply:
(1)
The medical–surgical vacuum source shall comply with 5.1.3.7.
(2)
The total concentration of oxidizers (oxygen and nitrous oxide) shall be maintained below 23.6 percent, or the vacuum pump shall comply with 5.1.3.8.2.1.
(3)
The medical–surgical vacuum source shall be sized to accommodate the additional volume.
5.1.3.8.2 WAGD Producers.
5.1.3.8.2.1 Vacuum pumps dedicated for WAGD service shall be as follows:
(1)
Compliant with 5.1.3.7.2
(2)
Designed of materials and using lubricants and sealants that are inert in the presence of oxygen, nitrous oxide, and halogenated anesthetic