LOX Safety Advice

Never move the dewar without first consulting your Baywater Healthcare Technician.
Keep the dewar upright at all times. If it falls over on its side a stream of liquid oxygen may spill out of the reservoir. If a spill occurs, open doors and windows to ventilate the area and call us immediately on 0800 373 580.
Never use oxygen in a fuel station.
Never smoke or allow anyone to smoke near the patient while using liquid oxygen.

If the portable LOX flask does not separate easily, do not use force. The units may be frozen together, wait until they warm up, then they should separate easily.
Never touch any of the frosted parts on the LOX dewar or the portable LOX flasks. This could result in a burn.
If liquid leaks after separation, reattach the portable LOX flask to the LOX dewar and try again.
Exposure to liquid oxygen can cause burns due to its extreme temperature.
If there is an excessive leakage to the point where there is a stream of liquid, leave the area and call our Healthcare Helpline.
To avoid evaporation of the oxygen, fill the portable LOX flask 15 minutes before going out.
If using a Helios portable LOX flask, fill it one hour before required and lay down on its back.
Always keep the portable LOX flask in a well ventilated area.
Never leave the oxygen equipment unattended when filling the portable LOX flasks.