The Amico Medical Gas British Outlet Slim Style is composed of two separated modules: the “Rough-in assembly” and the
“Latch-valve assembly”.
The “Rough-in assembly” consists of a brass machined body that incorporates a spring loaded check assembly. The
copper pipe is sliver brazed into the body and ared to 12 mm inside diameter for external pipeline connections. The
brass body and pipe assembly are inserted in to a gas specic plate. The “Rough-in assembly” has a colour coded label
on the front plate and the copper pipe, so that the installer can easily identify the gas that the copper pipe should be
connected to. The “Rough-in assembly” incorporated a check valve that allows the “Latch-valve assembly” to be removed
for service, without requiring the pipeline to be shut down. The “Rough-in assembly” has a DUAL pin gas specic indexing
arrangement to prevent the wrong “Latch valve assembly” from being plugged into the “Rough-in assembly” (see page
17).
The “Latch-valve assembly” is manufactured with a gas specic housing which accepts, retains and releases the probe,
indexed on the back side to match gas specic indexing of the “Rough-in assembly”.
CAUTION: DO NOT over tighten the Latch Valve mounting screws! Distortion of the Latch valve can occur.
Outlets are available for oxygen, medical air, surgical air, nitrous oxide, medical vacuum and anaesthetic gas scavenging
system. These are designed in accordance with HTM 2022, BS EN 737-1:1998 and BS 737-4:1998 (for AGSS)
Cleaning and Lubrication
The Amico British Slim Style 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, which is compatible with
plastic, anodized aluminum and die cast zinc. Lubricate elastomer seals sparingly with silicone lubricant that is oxygen
compatible. DO NOT USE OIL
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Inspection and Testing
Pressure drops across the Amico British Outlet shall comply with clause 6.3 of BS EN 737-1:1998.
Nominal Pressure
(kPa)
4003206015
40032020070
70064030070
Vacuum*404015
* Absolute pressure
AGSS Requirements for ow and pressure drop across terminal units with probe inserted clause 5.4.8 of BS EN 737-4:1998
Terminal TypeTest Pressure
1Atmospheric pressure9015
Note: The Amico British Slim Style Outlets meet and exceed the requirements at the time of manufacture. However
piping source capacity, sizing and restrictions my prevent outlets form attaining these values.
Test Pressure
(kPa)
Test Flow
(1/min)
Test Flow
(1/min)
EN 737-1 Limit
(kPa)
Maximum Pressure Drop
Across a Terminal Unit
(kPa)
Installation and Dimensions
The Amico British Slim Style Outlet should be mounted at a height of between 900 mm and 1400 mm above nished
oor level and not less than 200 mm from any obstruction.
Where more than one Outlet unit is to be mounted in one location, these should be mounted at the following spacing;
• Two Outlet units – 150 mm centres
• Three or more Outlets units – 135 mm centres
Outlet units mounted in a horizontal array shall be installed in the following sequence when viewed from the front, left
to right;
Regular inspection and maintenance of the Outlets will prolong its life and reduce the possibility of sudden, inconvenient
component failures. The use of damage probes or faulty equipment may require further maintenance.
Outlets should be subjected to regular inspection and testing as follows:
Monthly;
a. Visually inspect the Outlet for signs of damage.
b. Check to see if the Front Latch Assembly (2nd Fix) operates smoothly with the gas specic probe.
c. If there is any disagreement with the operation of the Front Latch Assembly (2nd Fix), remove the unit for closer
inspection/repair/replacement if necessary.
Annually;
a. Remove Trim Plate and clean debris from the mounting box.
b. Remove Front Latch Assembly (2nd x) and inspect the barrel for any damage.
c. Inspect the Rough-in Assembly (1st x) for any damage. If damage or leaking replace components.
d. Test Front Latch Assembly (2nd x) for correct operation (connection and disconnection of the probe) using a
blank probe.
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Gas Latch Valve Assembly
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5
8
7
10
9
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1. Unscrew the two Surface Box Cover screws (1), and remove the Surface Box Cover (2), or pry o Trim Ring (3) with a
at screw driver.
2. Unscrew the two Retaining screws (5) until the Latch Valve Assembly (4) can be removed from the Outlet.
3. Remove the two Retaining washer screws (11), and remove the Retaining washer (10).
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4. Remove the Gas Connector (8)
5. Remove the Body Seal (6), and the Poppet O-ring (9), then the Poppet (7) from the front of the Gas Connector (8).
Inspect the items for wear or damage and replace if needed.
6. Re-install all internal components into the Gas Connector (8). Poppet (7), then install Poppet O-ring (9), then inset
Body Seal (6) are in place. Re-install the round Retaining washer (10) and secure with two Retaining washer screws
(11), do not over tighten.
7. Re-install the Latch Valve Assembly into the outlet. Coat the Gas Connector (8) with a thin coat of oxygen
compatible silicone lubricant to aid insertion. Tighten down the Retaining screws (5), DO NOT over tighten, as this
could damage the Latch Valve Assembly
8. Re-install Surface Box Cover (2), install Surface Box screws (1) and tighten down (DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN) or reinstall Trim Ring (3).
9. Connect gas specic adapter into the outlet. The connection should be smooth and the adapter should lock and
remain in place allowing gas to ow. If not, replace the entire Latch Valve Assembly (4).
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Vacuum Latch Valve Assembly
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2
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11
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9
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7
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NOTE: Suction Outlets do not have a secondary check valve. Suction source to the Vacuum Outlet must be turned o
before removing the Latch-Valve Assembly
1. Unscrew the two Surface Box Cover screws (1), and remove the Surface Box Cover (2), or pry o Trim Ring (3) with a
at screw driver.
2. Unscrew the two Retaining screws (5) until the Latch Valve Assembly (4) can be removed from the Outlet.
3. Remove the Primary Vacuum Spring (12), and inspect for damage replace if needed.
4. Remove the two Retaining washer screws (11), and remove the Retaining washer (10).
5. Remove the Gas Connector (8)
6. Remove the Body Seal (6), and the Poppet O-ring (9), then the Poppet (7) from the front of the Gas Connector (8).
Inspect the items for wear or damage and replace if needed.
7. Re-install all internal components into the Gas Connector (8). Poppet (7), then install Poppet O-ring (9), then inset
Body Seal (6) are in place. Re-install the round Retaining washer (10) and secure with two Retaining washer screws
(11), do not over tighten.
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8. Re-install the Primary Vacuum Spring (12).
9. Re-install the Latch Valve Assembly into the outlet. Coat the Gas Connector (8) with a thin coat of oxygen
compatible silicone lubricant to aid insertion. Tighten down the Retaining screws (5), DO NOT over tighten, as this
could damage the Latch Valve Assembly
10. Re-install Surface Box Cover (2), install Surface Box screws (1) and tighten down (DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN) or reinstall Trim Ring (3).
11. Connect gas specic adapter into the outlet. The connection should be smooth and the adapter should lock and
remain in place allowing gas to ow. If not, replace the entire Latch Valve Assembly (4).
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AGSS Latch-Valve Assembly
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13
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1. Unscrew the two Surface box Cover screws (1), and remove the Surface Box Cover (2), or pry o Trim ring (3) with a
at screw driver.
2. Unscrew the two Retaining screws (5) until the Latch Valve Assembly (4) can be removed from the Outlet.
3. After removing the Latch Valve Assembly (4) from the Outlet, you can then pull the Check Valve Body Assembly
from the back side of the Latch Valve Assembly (4). Remove the Check Valve Body Seals (10 & 11) and check for any
abnormal wear or Damage and replace if needed. Coat the O-ring with a thin coat of oxygen compatible silicone
lubricant.
4. Disassembly of the Check Valve Body Assembly: Hold the Check Valve Assembly in one hand, and push down the
Check Valve (6) with your thumb of the same hand, compressing the Check Valve Spring (9). Remove the Check
Valve O-Ring (13). Release the Check Valve (6) slowly; The Check Valve Body Assembly will fall apart. Inspect parts
for abnormal damage or wear and replace.
5. Reassembly of the Check Valve Body Assembly: Re-install the Check Valve Spring (9) onto the Check Valve (6), and
then insert them into the Check Valve Body (12). Again, hold the Check Valve Body Assembly in one hand, and push
down the Check Valve (6) with your thumb of the same hand, compressing the Check Valve Spring (9). Before reinstalling the Check Valve O-Ring (13), coat the O-Ring with a thin coat of oxygen compatible silicone lubricant.
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6. Insert the Check Valve Body Assembly into the back of the Latch Valve Assembly.
7. Re-install the Latch Valve Assembly into the outlet. Coat the outer portion of the Check Valve Body Assembly with a
thin coat of oxygen compatible silicone lubricant, to aid insertion. Tighten down Retaining Screws (5). DO NOT over
tighten, as this could damage the Latch Valve.
8. Re-install Surface Box Cover (2), install Surface Box screws (1) and tighten down (DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN) or reinstall Trim Ring (3).
9. Connect gas specic adapter into the outlet. The connection should be smooth and the adapter should remain in
place allowing ow. If not, replace the entire Latch Valve Assembly (4).
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AGSS Flow Control Adjustment
Referencing Part Numbers:
O-BSQSL-SUR-AGS
O-BSQSL-CON-AGS
Threaded Nose
A.G.S.S.
1. Insert a 3 mm Allen Key into the front of the Check Valve.
2. Adjust the Flow Control Screw to desired setting.
Valve
Flow Control
Screw
(3mm Allen Key)
Surface Mount
Box
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Rough In Assembly
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CAUTION: Ensure that the supply pressure is shut o before performing service.
Inside the “Rough-in assembly” is a secondary check valve whose function is to shut o gas ow when the “Latch-valve
assembly “is removed. This seal O-Ring also prevents leakage around the latch valve connector. As the secondary seal is
only a static seal, it will rarely need replacement. However, if the seal O-Ring does need replacement, follow the following
procedure:
NOTE: Suction inlets (Vacuum and AGSS) are not supplied with Secondary Check Valve. The Secondary Check Valve (2)
and Secondary Check Valve Spring (3) are not required.
1. Ensure that no pressure exists in the line by depressing the secondary check (2).
2. Removal of Internal components: Depress the Secondary Check Valve (2), with a dull screw driver (prevents damage
on the Check Valve), at the same time pry out the Secondary Seal O-Ring (1), with a small screws driver. After the
Secondary Seal O-Ring (1) is out. The Secondary Check Valve (2) and Secondary Check Valve Spring (3) are no longer
locked in place and can be easily removed. Inspect all components for abnormal wear and replace.
3. Reinstallation if internal components: Install the Secondary Check Valve Spring (3) to the back side for the
Secondary Check Valve (2). Then insert into the Rough-in Body (4). Insert Secondary Seal O-Ring (1), while
depressing the Secondary Check Valve (2).
4. Turn on the pressure and check for leaks. Re-install the “Latch Valve assembly” and perform then inspection and
test.