摘要 |
<p>A system and apparatus are provided for connecting an anesthetic container (14) to a vaporizer. Indicia are provided on the container (14) or on a transfer tube (12) connected to the container (14) and the indicia can include mechanical keys, electrical keys and electronic keys. A transfer device is provided for mounting to the vaporizer and engaging the container (14) or transfer tube (12) connected to the container (14). The transfer device includes a sensing system such as a key or code reader system. A clamping mechanism is provided for clamping the container (14), or end pin (16) of a transfer tube (12) connected to the container (14), in a leak-tight engagement within the transfer device. The transfer device can accommodate movement between a fill position and a drain position. The internal fluid flow passages are blocked except when the transfer device is in the fill or drain position.</p> |