Electric Suction User Instructions Ver G Jan 2014

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USER INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Ensure that the Mains Lead is fitted with a 3 pin fused 3 amp plug. Connect the Mains/Plug into the Electric 240V Wall Socket and switch on the power. Ensure the Hydrophobic Filter, clear Plastic Tubing, and all other connections are secure, and not contaminated (If contaminated – change). Ensure that the Receiver Jar is complete and functional. Ensure that the Receiver Jar Liner (if fitted), is secure and correctly positioned within the Receiver Jar. Switch the Suction Unit on by pushing the Green Covered Switch located on the front panel of the unit. To pre-set the vacuum level before use, occlude the clear plastic tubing between the Hydrophobic Filter and the Receiver Jar. Turn the Suction Controller – positioned on the top of the unit – in an anti-clockwise direction. Read the suction level required on the Yellow Vacuum Gauge positioned on the front panel of the unit. The Suction Unit is now ready for use.

CHANGING THE VACUUM LEVEL DURING USE Should the operator wish to change the vacuum level during actual use. Turn the Suction Controller to the new setting and read the vacuum level on the Yellow Gauge as previously described in No. 7 above. The gauge is accurate to +/- 10%. EXPLANATION OF LABEL Indicates that the patient is isolated from Electric Earth with regards to this equipment. The equipment is not suitable for direct cardiac. Degree of protection against Electric Shock – Type BF applied Part Type of Protection against Electric Shock – Class 1 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY The unit complies with European Electromagnetic compatibility requirements. It may emit electromagnetic radiation, which may interfere with other equipment in the close vicinity. To minimise, maintain a reasonable distance between equipment. DISPOSABLE JAR LINERS (Part No. 4807) The Therapy Equipment Disposable Suction Jar Liner can ONLY be used with the Therapy Equipment Receiver Jar. Each Disposable Liner is individually packed with the full fitting instructions on each pack. HYDROPHOBIC FILTER (Part No. 4902) The Suction Unit is fitted with a Hydrophobic Filter Unit. This is placed between the Patient Receiver Jar and the Suction Pump Motor. This prevents liquids or solids from being inadvertently sucked up into the Suction Pump Motor. Should the filter come into contact with effluent, the filter will automatically shout down the Suction. THIS FILTER MUST BE FITTED AT ALL TIMES

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To replace the filter, detach clear hose, and pull upwards out of the unit. Push new filter into cavity on top of the Suction Unit ensuring that the silicone grommet is in place, and re-connect clear hose. It is not possible for the filter to come out during use, as the vacuum holds it in place. IMPORTANT Before use:

Check that the Hydrophobic Filter is clean Check that the Hydrophobic Filter is correctly fitted

Note: If the Filter or clear plastic tubing is contaminated i.e. discoloured stained or black, they must be replaced and disposed of in the proper manner. The tubing is considered disposable, and should not be cleaned and re-used. The tubing used is clear PVC with a 7mm Bore (Part No. 4302). RECEIVER JAR ASSEMBLY (Part No. 4800) The Electric Suction Unit is fitted with a 1.8 L Capacity Receiver Jar and Lid Assembly. The Lid Assembly incorporates an Overflow Cut Off Float Assembly and Anti-Splash Tube. The Receiver Jar is manufactured in Polysulphone. When the Jar is full the hose should be disconnected and it should be lifted from the V Socket, in the appropriate disposable area. The Jar Lid should be removed by pulling the Jar handle in the opposite direction to the Lid handle and the contents emptied. IMPORTANT The Receiver Jar - Lid - Cut off Float Unit should not be autoclave as one assembly. Separate the Unit into individual parts for autoclaving at up to 160°C The component parts should be sterilised for a duration appropriate to the instructions on the sterilisation device being used. The Jar has a device within the jar to prevent overfill, and should always be used in a level plane. This operates with a float sealing against a silicone filter. The Suction will stop when the overfill device is activated and will re-start when the Jar is emptied. The usable capacity of the Jar is 1.8L. A blue silicone Splatter Tube is fitted to the inside of the Lid, to minimise frothing. When reassembling after autoclaving, care should be taken to ensure that the orifice in the Splatter Tube faces the outside of the Jar. WARNINGS DO NOT autoclave, or immerse in liquid DO NOT attempt to use if the collection canister is full, or if the Pipeline Protector is wet or discoloured DO NOT use if the Electric Suction Unit becomes internally contaminated. ENSURE all connections are tight and leak free

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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM

ANALYSIS

Cable becomes Disconnected or Damaged

Electric Suction will not function, or will revert to Battery if dual function Electric Suction will not Function Pump would be operational, but the gauge would not be indicating the correct vacuum Cannot adjust the Suction output of the Electric Suction Unit Spillage of effluent

Motor Failure Gauge not operational

Controller Mal-Function

Disposal of waste products from Suction Jar

Disposal of Equipment

Infection Exposure

Final disposal of equipment

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Wear protective clothing Refer to Hospital management and Infection Control Authorities Ensure all appropriate action is taken to prevent exposure to parts of the equipment Contact manufacturer for instructions

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USE OF ANIMAL TISSUES/PHTHALATES The standard Electric Suction unit has not been manufactured using any Animal Tissue or Phthalates. We should confirm however that Phthalates are used in the manufacture of the Suction Tubing and Disposable Liner (full details are available on request). REPLACEMENT PARTS DETAILS HYDROPHOBIC FILTERS Hydrophobic Filters (For Electric Suction Unit)

Part No. 4902

Pack of 10

RECEIVER JARS Complete Assembly

Part No. 4800

DISPOSABLE LINERS Disposable Liners (1.8 L capacity)

Part No. 4807

Box of 50

Part No. 4302

30M coil

PLASTIC SUCTION TUBING Plastic Suction Tubing

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Circuit diagram, component lists, descriptions, calibration instructions and other information that will assist the users are available to appropriately qualified technical personnel to repair and maintain the equipment to the Standard designated by the manufacturer. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The product should be stored in a clean dry environment. The Storage temperature should be within the range -25°C to +50°C. The humidity should not exceed 95%. The pressure to which the product could be exposed should not exceed 1 Bar. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Each time the unit is used, a check should be made to ensure that full suction can be achieved. This is effected by occluding the patient outlet on the Receiver Jar, switching the unit on to Maximum Suction, and ensuring the Suction measures in excess of –575mmHG (-75kPa). In addition, it is recommended that each unit be checked for function on an annual basis. Annual Function Testing 1) Remove old Pipeline Protector (Hydrophobic Filter) by detaching tubing and pulling the filter out of its grommet. Dispose of old Pipeline Protector. 2) Fit new Pipeline Protector by pushing thread first into blue grommet (Do not re-attach suction tubing until tests are complete). 3) Connect the Mains Lead (4201-44) into the chassis plug and connect to the mains 4) Turn the Suction Unit ON by pressing the Green Switch 5) Occlude the Pipeline Protector outlet and turn the Suction Knob to MAXIMUM 6) Ensure the gauge on the Suction Unit reads approximately –575mmHG (-75kPa) within 6 seconds. 7) Connect the Electric Suction Unit to a 1.8Ltr and occlude the patient outlet. If fully functional the Suction Controller should read -400mmHG within 6 seconds. This proves that the flowrates of the unit are acceptable 8) Remove occlusion from Pipeline Protector (while Control Knob registering maximum), and ensure that the gauge reading falls to register between 0 and –10kPa at free flow. 9) Re-occlude Pipeline Protector, and ensure the unit allows fully controllable suction levels over the entire range by increasing and decreasing the Vacuum levels on the Control Knob. 10) Turn the Green Switch OFF and check the gauge registers Zero 11) Check the correct labels are being used on the Control Knob, and Top Cap, to indicate the level of Suction i.e. Red Label, and Red Printing

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It is not possible with correct operation to contaminate the motor. If, however, due to incorrect use effluent has been drawn into the motor (vacuum pump), then the unit should be sealed within an airtight heavy-duty plastic bag, and returned to the manufacturer. The unit should be externally cleaned, by wiping the surface with an alcohol or disinfecting wipe. The used wipes should be safely disposed of after use. If you suspect that the unit is contaminated, remove it from use, and refer the device to the appropriate department. We do not recommend the use of Detergent Based Hard Surface Wipes. A FULL SPARES AND REPAIR SERVICE IS AVAILABLE ON ALL PRODUCTS

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