ASTM F1208-89(2000)e1

ASTM F1208-89(2000)e1 - 1.1.2000

1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers breathing systems and components employed with anesthesia gas machines for humans. This specification considers the circle system as a whole and some of its components individually. A particular emphasis is placed upon component arrangement in the circle absorber-type system, and submits a system of standard description and notation. Excluded are ventilators for use during anesthesia, Mapelson nonrebreathing type systems, as well as breathing systems and related components of dental analgesia machines. (For rationale, see Appendix X1.)

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.3 This specification is arranged as follows:

Section
Scope	1
Referenced Documents	2
Terminology	3
System Classification	4
Graphic Notations
Diagramatic Rules
Functional Segments of the Circle System
Test Procedures-General	5
Sterilization	6
Systems	7
Leakage of Breathing System
Resistance of Breathing Systems
Volume of Gas Not Delivered to Patient Due to Internal Compliance
Monitoring Requirements
Adjustable Pressure-Limiting (APL) Valves	8
Reservoir Bags	9
CO₂ Absorbers	10
Unidirectional Valves	11
Requirements
Test Procedure
Optional Components	12
Breathing Tubes	13
Fresh Gas Inlet and Fresh Gas Supply Tube or Hose	14
Connectors	15
Pressure Gauges	16
Y-Piece and Breathing Tubes	17
Information in Labeling	18
Rationale	Appendix X1

2. Referenced Documents

F1054-01	Standard Specification for Conical Fittings (Withdrawn 2005)
F1204-88(1998)	Standard Specification for Anesthesia Reservoir Bags (Withdrawn 2002)
F1205-88(1999)	Standard Specification for Anesthesia Breathing Tubes (Withdrawn 2008)
ANSI/ASME B40.1M-1985	Standard for Pressure Gauge Available from the American National Standards Institute, 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036.