ATMOS Atmoforte 350 and Record 500 Operating Instructions Dec 2001

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General Information

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The product Atmoforte 350/Record 500 bears the CE

mark CE-0124 in accordance with the Council

Directive 93/42/EEC about medical devices and fulfills

the essential requirements of Annex I of this directive.

•

The product fully complies with the electromagnetic

immunity requirements of standard EN 60601-1-2

"Electromagnetic Compatibility - Medical Electrical

Equipment".

•

•

These operating instructions are an integral part of

the device. They should always be kept near the

device. Close observance of these instructions is a

prerequisite for applying the device according to its

intended use and for correct operation.

Patient safety and interference-free operation can be

guaranteed only if original ATMOS parts are used.

Furthermore only the accessories listed in this manual

are approved by ATMOS and may be used in

conjunction with the device, or else accessories whose

use has been expressly permitted by ATMOS. In the

event that other accessories or consumables are used,

ATMOS does not guarantee the safe operation and

reliable performance of the device.

•

ATMOS cannot be held liable for any damages

resulting from the use of accessories or consumables

from other manufacturers.

•

Atmoforte 350 and Record 500 differ only with regard

to pumps, air-flow rates and final vacuum. Operation

and design of the units are identical. In following

sections, the name Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is,

therefore, used.

•

ATMOS considers itself responsible for safety,

reliability and perfomance of the device only

– if assembly, readjustment, modification, extension,

or repair is carried out by ATMOS or by persons

authorized by ATMOS

– if the device is used in compliance with these

operating instructions.

•

ATMOS supplies a service manual containing detailed

circuit descriptions and schematics as well as

information on adjustment and servicing to the

authorized service staff.

•

These operating instructions are in conformity with

the device specifications and publications on safety

of medical electrical equipment valid at printing date.

All rights are reserved for circuits, techniques, names,

software programs and devices mentioned in this

manual.

•

The ATMOS quality management system fully

complies with the international standards DIN EN ISO

9001 and EN 46001.

•

No part of this manual may be reproduced without

written permisssion from ATMOS.

ATMOS

MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Ludwig-Kegel-Straße 16

79853 Lenzkirch

Deutschland / Germany

Tel. + 49 (0) 76 53 / 6 89-0

Fax: + 49 (0) 76 53 / 6 89-190

+ 49 (0) 76 53 / 6 89-393 (Service Center)

e-mail: atmos@atmosmed.de

Internet: http://www.atmosmed.de

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Contents

Page

1.

Application and Functional Description

1.1 Intended Use ........................................................................... 4

1.2 Function ................................................................................... 5

1.3 Safety information .................................................................... 6

2.

Operating Controls and Indicators ........................................ 7 - 8

3.

First-Time Operation ............................................................. 9 - 12

4.

Operation .............................................................................. 14 - 19

4.1 General points to note during Operation ............................... 14

4.2 Suction Mode (Standard Mode) ..................................... 15 - 16

4.3 Suction Mode (Low Vacauum Range) ........................... 17 - 18

4.4 Vacuum Extraction ................................................................. 19

5.

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................. 20 - 22

6.

Trouble-shooting ................................................................. 23 - 24

7.

Spare Parts and Accessories ............................................. 25 - 27

7.1 Spare Parts .................................................................... 25 - 26

7.2 Accessories and Supplies ..................................................... 27

8.

Technical Specifications ............................................................. 28

General Standard Terms and Conditions

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1. Application and Functional

Description

1.1

Intended Use

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is a compact suction unit

for medical application. It is especially intended for

aspiration and collection of secretions, body fluids and

tissue. Its main fields of application are:

–

in the OPD, in the OR: during surgery, e.g. to drain

pockets or abscesses

–

in endoscopy: e.g. to aspirate secretions or rinsing

solutions

–

in gynaecology: for suction curettage and vacuum

extraction (obstetrics)

–

in ENT applications: to aspirate secretions, rinsing

solutions, cerumen

–

in the recovery ward and ICU: for the spontaneous

aspiration of body fluids, e.g. from the respiratory tract

–

for drainage in the low vacuum range (e.g. thorax

drainage)

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 must not be used :

Fig.1.

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Atmoforte 350 (with optional trolley)

Record 500 (trolley included in standard

equipment of user packages)

–

in non-medical applications

–

to aspirate flammable or explosive fluids or gases.

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1.2

 Secretions must not be allowed to enter the pump.

If this happens in spite of fill-level monitoring and

overflow protection (fluid trap), the Atmoforte 350/

Record 500 must be inspected by a service technical

before being used again on a patient.

 The suction tube must never come into direct

contact with the application site. A suction catheter,

suction tip or medical aspiration set must always be

connected to the tube.

 Excessive vacuum settings may cause lesions

in the tissue.

Function

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is a line-power operated

suction unit, centering around a silent, maintenance-free

diaphragm pump which produces a vacuum inside the

collection jar for aspiration and collection of the secretions.

The target vacuum is key-selectable in 12 steps. The

vacuum build-up is microprocessor-controlled. When the

target vacuum has been reached, the pump switches off. A

closed-loop control circuit activates the pump only when

needed to re-establish the selected vacuum setting.

Electronic fill-level monitoring and a fluid trap with

integrated bacterial filter are implemented to prevent that

secretions enter the pump. The filter can be cleaned and

sterilized.

Several monitoring and control functions enhance the

operational ease of the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 and

ensure its safe application. Among these are:

– electronic monitoring of the collection jar fill level: the

unit emits audio and visual signals when the max. fill

level is exceeded

– automatic standby: when idling, the pump automatically

switches to standby (e.g. while the suction cannula is

removed from the application site) and resumes when

the cannula is in contact again with the substance to

be aspirated

– electronic filter monitoring: the unit emits audio and

visual signals when the filter is clogged

– automatic mode for vacuum extraction: the required

vacuum builds up gradually and is reached within about

2 minutes

– automatic clog detection: interrupts the suction

operation when the cannula adheres to the tissue

– regular, automatic performance tests: if malfunctions

are detected, the corresponding pilot lamp lights up.

All parts of the system which come into contact with the

secretions (tubes, collection jar, cover and lids) can be

autoclaved (up to 136°C).

A special equipment trolley can be ordered for mobile

application of the Atmoforte 350 (Fig. 1).

User packages of the Record 500 are standardly equipped

with this trolley.

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1.3 For your Safety

• Dispose of the packaging material, observing the

• Install the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 only on vibration-

• The design of the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 fulfills

• The suction tube must never come into direct contact

• Before connecting the device to the power line, check

• Liquids must not be allowed to enter the device. Should

applicable waste-control regulations.

the requirements of IEC 601/EN 60601 and of

Protection class I. The device must be connected to a

properly installed socket with a non-fused earthed wire.

that the line voltage and frequency are identical with

the ratings specified on the nameplate.

• The use of extension cords with multiple power outlets

is not permitted.

• Before putting the device into operation, visually check

all connection cables and tubes for signs of damage.

Damaged cables and tubes must be replaced

immediately.

• When disconnecting the device from the power line,

first remove the plug from the wall outlet. Then the

power cord may be disconnected from the device.

Never touch the plug or cord while your hands are

wet.

free surfaces.

with the application site. A suction catheter, suction

tip or medical aspiration set must always be connected

to the tube.

liquids have penetrated into the device, it must be

inspected by a service technician before being used

again.

• Before applying the device, the user is obligated to

check it for functional safety and proper performance.

• The user must be familiar with the operation of the

device.

• Information which is of particular interest to the user

is printed in a box throughout this manual.

• The ambient conditions indicated in the Technical

Specifications must be strictly observed.

• The air vents on the underside of the device must not

 ATMOS cannot be held liable for injury to persons

• Set up the device so that the operator has a clear,

or damage to property if

– the parts used are not origin ATMOS parts

– the user instructions given in this manual are

disregarded.

be obstructed (do not place the device on soft

materials).

unobstructed view of and easy access to the front

panel.

• The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is not suitable for

operation in areas of medically used rooms where an

explosion hazard may occur. Explosion hazards may

result from the use of flammable anesthetics, skin

cleaning agents or disinfectants. Installed on the trolley,

the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is automatically placed

outside the area where an explosion hazard may

occur (refer to the literature list at the end of this

section).

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Literature

Medical Device Directive

IEC 601-1/EN60601-1/1990: Medical electrical equipment.

General requirements for safety; section 6: Protection

against hazards of ignition of flammable anesthetic

mixtures

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2. Operating Controls and Indicators

n

Fig. 2.

p

Atmoforte 350/Record 500

n

o

p

q

r

s

t

u

v

w

11

z

Fixation and contact element for collection jar

Connection piece for suction pump

Fluid trap with filter

Fixation for collection jar

Connection piece for tube connecting the fluid trap

Connection piece for suction tube

Lid system release button (for lid of collection jar)

Power switch

Display and control panel

Filter output (to pump connection piece)

Filter input (from collection jar)

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Fig. 3.

Atmoforte 350/Record 500 (rear view)

12

z

Power input

13

z

Fuses

14

z

Potential equalization pin

15

z

Pedal regulator port

Explanation of Symbols as Used on the Unit

Caution: Refer to operating instructions

Automatic standby on/off

Instrument fuse

"Clogged filter"/Max. fill level exceeded"

Device off

Malfunction indicator

Device on

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3.

First-Time Operation

n

This section decribes

– how to handle the lid system of the collection jar

– how to close and insert the collection jar

– how and where to connect the tubes

– how to connect the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 to

the power line

 Before putting the device into operation for the

first time, do not fail to read section 1.3 "For your

Safety".

Fig. 4.

Lid system

n Locking bow

o Knurled screw for removal of the lid insert

p Release knob

q Fill-level sensor with foam protection

r Lid rim

s Aperture for double socket nipple

t Contacts for monitoring of the fill level

The lid system must seal the collection jar tight to allow

the vacuum to build up inside. Fig. 4 shows the lid system

with the locking bow open.

 When dealing with heavily foaming secretions,

the foam protector should be attached to the fill-level

sensor.

* Slide the lid system onto the collection jar as shown in

Fig. 5, taking care that the rim of the lid (r, Fig. 4) is

placed below the rim of the jar, and press down the

locking bow until you hear it click into place.

Fig. 5.

Mounting the lid

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Fig. 6.

Suspend the collection jar in the fixture on the right or

left side of the device as shown in Fig. 6.

Suspending the collection jar

3 or 5-liter jars are suspended on the trolley as per Fig. 7.

 When placed on the trolley, the Atmoforte 350/

Record 500 must be firmly secured to the trolley

storage tray by means of the two screws (underside

of the tray) to ensure good contact for monitoring of

the fill level.

Fig. 7.

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3 or 5-liter jar suspended on the trolley

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• Insert the double socket nipple in the lid (Fig. 8). It is

important that you hear it lock into place.

Fig. 8.

Inserting the double socket nipple

n

• Use the short piece of tubing to connect the pump

connection piece n to the nipple of the filter o and,

the long tube to connect the vertical connection piece

of the double socket nipple q to the nipple of the fluid

trap p.

Fig. 9. Connection tubes

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• Slide the suction tube onto the horizontal connection

piece to the double socket nipple.

Fig. 10. Connecting the suction tube

n

Fig. 11. Double socket nipple

n Connection piece for fluid trap tube

o Connection piece for suction tube

p Adapter for 6-mm tube

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Connect the 10-mm suction tube directly to the connection

piece o. For the thin 6-mm tube you will have to add the

tube adapter p.

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• Check that the power ratings marked on the device are

identical with those of your local power line. Then

connect the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 on the power

line (power input w).

 For OR applications, we recommend to connect

the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 to the room´s potential

equalization system via pin (Fig. 12).

* If you have purchased the optional pedal regulator,

connect it to port .

w

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 is now ready for operation.

Fig. 12. Atmoforte 350/Record 500 Rear view.

w Power input

Potential equalization pin

Pedal regulator port

Fig. 13.

Display and control panel

Turns off the fine-control suction or

longterm drainage mode

Bar indicator (yellow during drainage

application

Turns on the fine-control suction or

longterm drainage mode

Enables/disables the automatic

f

standby function (inoperative when the

pedal regulator is connected.

Lights up when filter is clogged - blinks

when max. fill level has been reached

Malfunction indicator

Dual function controls: selection of the

target vacuum - indication of the actual

vacuum (in bars)

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4.

Operation

 Before using the device on a new patient, make

sure that the following parts have been sterilized:

– the suction tube incl. the suction tip or aspiration

set

– the collection jar incl. lid and double socket nipple

– the connection tube to the fluid trap as well as the

fluid trap and the bacterial filter.

In this section you will find detailed information on

– how the automatic standby function as well as the

electronic fill-level and filter monitoring work

– how to operate the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 as

a suction unit (normal range, low vacuum range)

and how to replace and empty the collection jar

– how to perform long-term drainage with the water

vacuum gauge

 The bacterial filter can be used up to about 200

times. It can be cleaned and sterilized. The filter is

electronically monitored for clogging. The inserted

filters must be completely dry.

 The suction tube must never come into direct

contact with the application site. A suction catheter,

suction tip or medical aspiration set must always be

connected to the tube.

– how to perform vacuum extraction

4.1

General Points to note during

Operation

Automatic Standby Function

With the automatic standby function enabled, the

Atmoforte 350/Record 500 will automatically switch to the

standby mode when left idle for about 12 seconds (e.g.

open suction tip). As soon as the suction tip is reimmersed

in the substance to be aspirated, the pump restarts at full

capacity. This method prevents unnecessary noise.

However, for some special applications, e.g. when using

extremely narrow suction cannulae, suction tubes with pool

suction tips or disposable suction bags with filter stones,

the automatic standby function may have to be disabled.

The function is switched on and off with the

key ( ),

Fig. 13) . The key is lit when the function is enabled.

Electoronic Fill-Level Monitoring

q

Fig.14. Lid system with fill-level sensor

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The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 electronically monitors the

fill level in the collection jar. When the max. fill level is

reached, i.e., when the fluid level reaches the sensor (q,

Fig. 14) the pump switches off, 5 short audio signals sound

and the

indicator ( , Fig. 13) starts blinking. When

the aspired substance creates large amounts of foam,

we recommend to add the foam protection to prevent that

the pump shuts off prematurely. As soon as the sensor is

no longer in contact with the liquid (e.g. after inserting the

double socket nipple in the second collection jar, if

present), the pump restarts.

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4.2

Fig. 15. Turning on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500

 If, in spite of fill-level monitoring and overflow

protection (fluid trap), secretions have entered the

pump, the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 must be

inspected by a service technician before being used

again on a patient.

Fig. 16.

Display and control panel

Turns off the fine-control suction or

longterm drainage mode

Bar indicator (yellow during drainage

application

Turns on the fine-control suction or

longterm drainage mode

Enables/disables the automatic

f

standby function

Suction Mode (Standard Mode)

•

Connect the suction catheter, the suction tip or the

suction set to the pump.

•

Turn on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500: the indicator

in the power switch must light up!

•

Push one of keys , Fig. 16, to select the desired target

vacuum (the vacuum is given in bar).

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 starts up and begins to build

up the vacuum. As the vacuum increases, the indicators

corresponding to the vacuum attained light up one after

the other. When the selected vacuum has been reached,

the pump switches off. During operation of the Atmoforte

350/Record 500, a control circuit monitors the vacuum and

activates the pump only when needed to reestablish the

selected vacuum setting.

While at work, keep an eye on the fill level in the collection

jar. Even though the electronic fill-level sensor switches

off the pump when the max. fill level has been reached,

the jar should be exchanged or emptied at 2/3 of its max.

fill level (incl. foam) (Fig. 17).

Lights up when filter is clogged - blinks

when max. fill level has been reached

Malfunction indicator

Dual function controls: selection of the

target vacuum - indication of the actual

vacuum (in bars)

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Exchanging the Collection Jar

•

Interrupt the procedure and switch off the pump.

•

Remove the double socket nipple from the jar (Fig.

18). If a second collection jar has been installed, insert

the double socket nipple there.

•

The jar is easy to remove if you tilt it a little away from

the device and then lift it off (Fig. 19).

•

Either insert a new jar or empty the one that you just

removed. Press the release button to open the locking

bow (Fig. 18). Dispose of the contents of the collection

jar, observing the applicable waste control regulations.

•

Insert the double socket nipple in the empty jar and

continue the procedure.

Fig. 17. Recommended max. fill level

After Use

•

Fig. 18. Removing the double socket nipple

Fig. 19. Removing the collection jar

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At the end of the procedure, switch off the Atmoforte

350/Record 500 and clean the device and the

accessories as desribed in section 5 "Cleaning and

Maintenance".

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4.3

Suction Mode (Low Vacuum Range)

For applications requiring a low vacuum, you can choose

between two operating modes.

–

fine-control suction, a method which protects

delicate tissue by combining a low vacuum (-0,2 bar

max.) with optimal suction capacity

–

long-term drainage with the optional water vacuum

gauge, e.g. for thorax drainage.

Fine-Control Suction

The Atmoforte 350/Record 500 starts up and begins to

build up the vacuum. As the vacuum increases, the

indicators corresponding to the vacuum attained light

up one after the other. Whenever the suction cannula

adheres to the tissue, the pump interrupts the suction

process, allowing you to disengage the tip from the tissue.

•

To turn off the fine-control suction mode, press the ”0”

first, then "Drainage o”

(the color of the bar

indicator changes to grey).

Long-Term Drainage (Thorax Drainage)

The fine-control suction mode, at settings between 0.05

and -0,2 bar, is ideal for applications involving delicate

tissue. In this mode the automatic clog detection briefly

suspends system operation when the suction tip adheres

to the tissue. The suction process continues when the

cannula has been disengaged from the tissue.

•

Connect the suction catheter, the suction tip or the

suction set.

•

Turn on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500: the power

switch must light up!

•

Press the "0" key

to enable selection of the finecontrol suction mode ("drainage" displays).

•

Activate the fine-control suction mode with

bar indicator lights up yellow.

•

Push one of the yellow keys

target vacuum.

In long-term drainage the vacuum is adjusted by means

of the water vacuum gauge. To keep down the noise level,

the pump is intermittently activated. The required suction

capacity can be selected with keys "0,05" ..."0,2" (which is

equivalent to 1,8 ... 3,5 liters/min).

The vacuum and, hence, the suction is adjusted by means

of the immersion tube of the water vacuum gauge: the

deeper the tube is immersed in the water, the higher the

vacuum.

. The

to select the desired

Fig. 20. Dispaly and control panel

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Mounting the Water Vacuum Gauge

•

Suspend the support for the glass cylinder on the left

side of the unit ( Fig. 21).

•

Fill 2/3 of the glass cylinder with purified or sterilized

water.

•

Close the cylinder with a rubber stopper.

•

Slide the short end of the bacterial filter tubing onto

the pump connection piece , observing the proper

orientation (as indicated).

•

Attach the choke coil to the filter and connect the

exit on its side to the curved connection piece of the

rubber stopper (thin silicon tube ).

•

Connect the straight end of the choke resistor to the

connection piece at the side of the fluid trap .

•

Connect the aspiration set to the suction tube.

Fig. 21. Mounting the water vacuum gauge

Operation

 The suction tube between patient and collection

jar should descend a little towards the jar. Furthermore,

sags in the tubing are to be avoided.

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•

Turn on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500: the indicator

in the power switch must light up!

•

Press the ”0”key (Fig. 20) to enable selection of the

fine-control suciton mode ("drainage"displays).

•

Activate the fine-control suction mode at

indicator lights up yellow.

•

Push one of the yellow keys

•

Using the immersion tube, select the required vacuum

(the deeper you immerse the tube, the higher the

resulting vacuum.

•

Using the yellow keys , determine the optimal motor

performance (indicated by only sporadically rising

bubbles).

•

Push the ”0”

•

To terminate the fine-control mode, press the ”0” key

first and then the "Drainage o" key

(the color of

the bar indicator

changes to grey).

.The bar

to turn on the pump.

to switch off the pump.

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Vacuum Extraction

For vacuum extraction we recommend the use of a small

collection jar (1,5 l) where the vacuum builds up much

faster. The target vacuum is preset on the control panel.

Vacuum production can be controlled either via a pedal

regulator or automatically by the device.

•

Slide the green vacuum extraction tube on the

horizontal connection piece of the double socket

nipple.

•

Connect the extraction cup to the other end of the

tube.

User-controlled vacuum build-up

Fig. 22. Attaching the vacuum extraction tube

•

Connect the pedal regulator to port

•

Turn on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 : the indicator

in the power switch must light up !

•

Adjust pedal regulator to full heel stop.

•

to select the desired target

Push one of keys

vacuum (the vacuum is given in bars).

•

Attach the extraction cup and increase the vacuum

step by step with the pedal regulator. The pedal will

remain in the position in which you remove your foot.

(Fig. 23) .

Automatic vacuum build-up

In the automatic mode, the Atmoforte 350 / Record 500

builds up the vacuum at an even pace, so that the target

vacuum is reached in approx. 2 minutes. An audio signal

indicates that the selected vacuum has been attained. It

is possible to switch to the user-controlled vacuum buildup at any time either by actuating the pedal regulator or

by selecting another vacuum setting.

Fig. 23. Connecting the pedal regulator

•

Turn on the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 : the indicator

in the power switch must light up!

•

Adjust pedal regulator to full toe stop.

•

Push the "0" key and, holding the key depressed,

select the desired target vacuum (e.g. 0.8 bar).

•

Attach the extraction cup.

Beginning at -0,2 bar, the Atmoforte 350/Record 500 starts

producing the vacuum step by step. An audio signal

sounds when the selected vacuum has been attained after

approx. minutes.

Fig. 24. Enabling "automatic vacuum build-up" and

selecting the target vacuum

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5. Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning and Sterilizing the Tubes and the Collection

Jar

All parts of the suction system which come into contact

with the secretions must be cleaned and sterilized after

each application and before being used again on a new

patient. These parts are

Fig . 25

=

=

–

the suction tube including the suction tip or aspiration

set

–

the collection jar including the lid and the double socket

nipple

–

the tube connecting the fluid trap (fluid trap and

bacterial filter, next page)

•

Disconnect all tubes, remove the double socket nipple

from the lid system, empty the jar and dispose of the

collected material, observing the applicable waste

control regulations.

•

Open the fluid trap (screw top) and empty the trap, if

needed.

•

Remove the top of the filter housing and pull out the

filter.

•

Rinse all parts thoroughly with running water. You may

add a detergent, if you wish, or wash all components

in a machine.

•

For thorough cleaning and for sterilization, the lid insert

may be detached from the lid system. To do so, turn

the knurled screw counterclockwise until the insert

ca be removed (Fig. 25).

•

Autoclave all of the parts referred to above (136°C

max.) or disinfect them, using the products listed on

page 22.

•

After sterilization, reassemble all parts (section 3 "FirstTime Operation").

•

Check the contacts for fill- level monitoring. They must

always be clean ( , Fig. 25).

Knurled screw for removal of the lid

insert

Contacts for fill-level monitoring

 Use only the cleaning agents and disinfectants

specified on page 22.

 After cleaning, grease the O-rings with Vaseline.

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Cleaning and Disinfecting the Device Surface

•

Always disconnect the device from the power line,

before cleaning and disinfecting the surface.

•

After sterilization, place the filter on a sterile cloth and

let it dry to some hours.

•

Wipe the surface clean with a cloth moistened with a

cleaning solution or disinfectant. Liquids must not enter

the device. All of the cleaning solutions and

disinfectants listed on the next page can be used.

•

Then reinsert the dry filter in the filter housing, which

you have previously sterilized as well.

•

The filter housing, the tubing and the collection jar

must be free from disinfectants containing alcohol.

 Should liquids have penetrated into the device, it

must be inspected by a service technician before being

used again.

Cleaning an Sterilizing the Bacterial Filter

The bacterial filter does not come into contact with the

patient. Its purpose is to prevent contamination of the pump

and moisture from penetrating into the device.

The frequency of sterilization and the application time

affect the filter`s service life. The filter is electonically

monitored for clogging; the unit emits audio and visual

signals to alert the user to a clogged filter.

•

A clogged filter (electronically monitored and indicated)

can be reconditioned by cleaning it before sterilization.

To do so, immerse it briefly in an alcohol solution, then

rinse its outside with a strong water jet.

•

Dry and remove remaining drops of water as best you

can, or let the filter dry at room air.

•

Then steam sterilize (autoclave) the filter.

 Always have spare filters at hand (Order No.

444.0082.0).

Maintenance

•

Visually inspect the device, tubes, collection jar and

power cord before each use.

•

Parts which are damaged must be replaced

immediately.

•

The system does not require any further maintenance.

Autoclaving without vacuum:

121 °C, 60 min

130 °C, 45 min

Autoclaving with Vacuum or fractional vacuum:

121 °C, 30 min

126 °C, 20 min

134 °C, 15 min

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Recommended desinfectants for instruments

Produt

Ingredients

(in 100 g)

GIGASEPT FF

(conc.)

succinic acid dialdehyde

dimethoxy-tetrahydrofurane

anticorrosive components

non-ionogenic tensides and perfumes

PRONTOCID

(conc.)

formaldehyde

glutaric dialdehyde

glyoxal

quaternary ammonium compounds

Sekusept PLUS

(conc.)

glycoprotamine

non-ionogenic tensides

solvents, complexing agents

Mucozit-T

(conc.)

(3-aminopropyl)laurylamine

8,0 %

alkyldimethylbenzylammoniumchloride

19,0 %

coco-propylene diamine 1,5-guanidine acetate

7,0 %

11

3

g

g

4,5 g

3,5 g

2,5 g

7,0 g

25

g

Manufacturer

Schülke & Mayr, Norderstedt

Braun, Melsungen

Henkel, Düsseldorf

Merz & Co., Frankfurt/Main

Recommended disinfectants for the device surface

Product

Ingredients

TERRALIN

(conc.)

benzalkonium chloride

phenoxypropanole

QUATOHEX

(conc)

didecyl dimethy

ammonium chloride

benzalkonium chloride

bi-guanidine cetate

bi-guanidiniumacetat

polymeric diguanide

(in 100 g)

20

35

g

g

Manufacturer

Schülke & Mayr, Norderstedt

Braun, Melsungen

14

10

7,5

0,5

g

g

g

g

Incidin Plus

(conc)

glycoproitamine

non-ionogenic tensides

solvents, complexing agents

26,0 g

Henkel, Düsseldorf

Pursept-A

(spray or tissues)

ethanol

glyoxal

quaternary ammonium compounds

38,9 g

0,1 g

0,05 g

Merz & Co., Frankfurt/Main

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6. Troubleshooting

The table below will help you to correct system

malfuntions.

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

Unit does not start up

(power switch is not lit)

– power connector not properly

inserted

– check power connector

– no power

– check power supply of the

building (fuses)

– check instrument fuses

Alarm upon power up

(Fill level control is lit)

– fluid trap full

– check fluid trap and empty, if

needed

– bacterial filter clogged or not

completely dry

– replace bacterial filter

– choke coil in place, althrough

drainage mode is not selected

– select drainage mode

Alarm upon power up (fill-level

monitoring is lit)

Atmoforte 350/Record 500

switches off

– collection jar full

– empty collection jar

– contacts short-circuited

– remove metal connections of

the contact element (also check

rails on trolley)

Alarm during suction application

(fill-level monitoring is lit)

– collection jar full

– empty collection jar

– bacterial filter clogged

– clean or replace filter

– excessive foam

– install foam protection

– unit mounted on trolley and

contaminated contacts

– clean contact bar

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Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

No alarm, even though collection

jar is full

– poor contact between collection

jar and

Atmoforte 350/Record 500

– check whether collection jar incl.

lid system are properly locked

into place in the support and/or

whether the Atmoforte 350/

Record 500 is correctly screwed

onto the trolley

Alarm during suction application,

unit switches off

– excessive foam, foam bubbles

trip contact between sensor

and double socket nipple

– attach foam protection to fill level

sensor

(Art.No. 444.0064.0)

No or poor suction performance

– leak in suction system

Automatic standby function does

not work

(unit does not start up when

suction tube is immersed in liquid)

for leaks, please check

a) silicone gasket between

collection jar and lid system

a) reattach lid system, taking care

that it is seated in a center

position on the collection jar;

replace silicone gasket, if

necessary;

Art.No. 055.0070.0

b) O-ring at double socket nipple

b) check O-ring at double socket

nipple for signs of damage;

properly insert double socket

nipple and check for tightness

c) O-ring at fluid trap screw

connection

c) check O-ring in screw

connection of fluid trap, screw

tight and check for tightness

d) O-ring at fluid trap lid

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d) check O-ring in lid of fluid trap for

signs of damage; replace, if

necessary

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7.

Spare parts and Accessories

7.1 Spare Parts

Designation

n

o

p

q

r

s

s

Fluid trap (glass)

Fluid trap (assembled)

Silicone tube

Double socket nipple

Tube adapter

Suction tube 6 mm, 1,25 m

Suction tube 6 mm, length to order

Suction tube 10mm, 1,25 m

Suction tube 10 mm, length to order

Art.-No.

000.0504.0

444.0080.0

443.0046.0

444.0012.0

444.0013.0

000.0013.0

006.0009.0

000.0243.0

006.0026.0

n

Fig. 26.

t

t

u

v

w

Lid system (assembled)

Lid insert

Gasket

Foam protection

444.0015.0

444.0052.1

055.0070.0

444.0064.0

Fig. 27.

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