To prevent damage when testing outlets or inlets, what components must be used?

Using gas-specific adapters is crucial when testing outlets or inlets in medical gas systems. These adapters are designed to fit only specific types of gas outlets or inlets, ensuring that the correct gas is connected without the risk of mixing different gases. This is vital in medical settings, where the integrity and safety of gas delivery are paramount.

Gas-specific adapters prevent cross-contamination or accidental connections that could lead to respiratory issues or equipment malfunction, which can have serious implications for patient safety. Each medical gas, such as oxygen, nitrous oxide, or medical air, has unique pressure and delivery requirements that gas-specific adapters are engineered to accommodate.

The other components, while important in various capacities, do not provide the necessary safety assurance against the risks associated with incorrect gas connections during testing. Standard adapters may not prevent cross-connections, universal connectors could lead to hazardous mix-ups, and pressure regulators are more related to managing pressure levels rather than ensuring correct gas connections during testing.