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Read these instructions carefully before using the device.
1 - INTENDED USE
The AIDAL EMERGENCY surgical aspirator is a professional portable device intended
for the suction of fluids and other substances from the human body. It can be used in
the pharyngeal area and with tracheotomised patients. Vacuum pressure and flow can
be adjusted. The AIDAL EMERGENCY aspirator is not intended for thoracic drainage.
The device can be used in emergency situations and on an ambulance. The product
complies with the ‘Restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment’ of European Directive 2011/65/EU. On the basis of its intended
use, the AIDAL EMERGENCY aspirator is classified as a Class IIb medical device under
the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC (and subsequent amendments) and is thus CE
marked by the manufacturer, which is subject to surveillance by a Notified Body.
2 - ASPIRATOR DESCRIPTION
The aspirator is easy to handle and easy to use, robust, compact and quiet. It is equip-
ped with a convenient carrying handle, comes with a disposable bag and supports the
use of a reusable graduated collection jar (sold separately) for up to 1000 ml of fluid. A
safety stopper in the jar prevents aspirated fluids from penetrating into the aspirator unit
if the maximum containable quantity is exceeded. The jar lid connects to a antibacterial
filter that blocks the passage of solid particles, limits environmental contamination and
blocks outflow of fluid in the event of a first fault.
The aspirator can be equipped with a wall bracket that permits a quick extraction in
emergency situations. The bracket has two contacts that can be connected to a 12V
power source to recharge the suction unit while it is fixed on the wall bracket.
The aspirator can be operated on one rechargeable 12,8 V battery or a standard mains
power supply.
3 - PACKAGE CONTENTS
The package contains:
• The aspirator and one rechargeable battery
• A power suppler adapter and cord (cod.370021)
• An antibacterial filter
• Tube kit (3 tubes of varying length)
• A graduated collection jar to contain the disposable bag
• A 1000 ml disposable bag
• A reducing connector to connect a sterile disposable cannula* and the connection tube
• Connector with valve for suction control
• One disposable cannula*
• Operating instructions and warranty
• Aspirator carrying bag with strap
* The cannula must comply with Directive 93/42 EEC concerning medical devices and
must bear the CE marking.
**Components 3 and 4 are not in contact with the patient
4 - OPTIONALS
• Cigarette lighter power supply socket 12V DC (only for recharge) with instructions for use
• Wall bracket with instructions
• 1000 ml graduated collection jar
5 - OPERATING CONDITIONS
Maximum vacuum and maximum flow as indicated can be obtained in continuous ope-
ration under the following environmental conditions:
• Temperature
-10 to 40 °C
• Relative humidity
20 to 93%
• Pressure
700 to 1060 hPa
6 - STORAGE CONDITIONS
The device can be stored under the following environmental conditions:
• Temperature
-15 to +40 °C
• Relative humidity
0 to 93%
• Pressure
700 to 1060 hPa
Use appropriate personal protective equipment while operating the device.
7 - PREPARATION OF THE DEVICE (Figs. A, B, C)
► With disposable bag
a.1.1) Insert the disposable bag into the collection jar (1).
a.1.2) Connect one end of the first short tube (14) to the disposable bag (13) marked
“VACUUM” and the other end to the antibacterial filter (5) with the marking “IN”
towards the disposable bag.
a.1.3) Connect one end of the second short tube (15) to the free side of the antibacterial
filter and the other end of the tube to the aspirator unit socket (7).
a.1.4) Connect one end of the long tube (16) to the disposable bag (13) connector fitting
marked “PATIENT”. Connect the other end of the tube to the cannula connector
fitting (3) to which the disposable cannula is to be attached.
a.1.5) Check that all components are correctly assembled.
► With collection jar (sold separately)
a.2.1) Check the presence of the float (9,10,11) before installing the jar.
a.2.2) Install the jar (1) in position.
a.2.3) Fit the antibacterial filter (5), with the side marked “IN” towards the lid of the col-
lection jar (2), into the lodging marked “VACUUM”.
a.2.4) Connect the short tube (6) to the aspirator unit socket (7) and antibacterial filter (5).
a.2.5) Connect one end of the long tube (4) to the jar lid (2) connector fitting marked
“PATIENT”. Connect the other end of the tube to the cannula connector fitting (3)
to which the disposable cannula is to be attached.
a.2.6) Check that all components are correctly assembled.
The disposable bag is compatible with the collection jar supplied with the aspirator.
The vacuum system must always be used with the bacterial filter to prevent the
contamination of the suction unit.
8 - DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS & INDICATORS (Fig. D)
On the front of the aspirator are (Fig. D):
b.1) ON/OFF green indicator light (17).
b.2) Aspirator vacuum gauge with graduated kPa scale (18).
b.3) Knob for adjustment of the vacuum minimum and maximum (19).
b.4) Three indicator lights (green, yellow and red) to indicate the battery charge (20).
b.5) Green indicator light to indicate the aspirator is connected to the mains power
supply (21).
9 - OPERATING THE DEVICE ON MAINS POWER SUPPLY & BATTERY RECHARGING
(Figs. D, E, F)
Fully charge the battery, before using the aspirator.
c.1) Check that the mains power supply corresponds with that indicated on the power
adapter.
c.2) Connect the plug (24) of the power supply adapter to the socket of the aspirator (22),
raising the water protection cover (23). Connect the adapter by the other end of the
power supply cord (26) to the mains power.
c.3) The green light (21) and an acoustic signal will indicate that the device is connected
to the mains power.
c.4) During charging the battery charge indicators (20) will indicate charge status. The
green indicator will flash until the battery is fully charged (approximately 6 hours)
and will then remain steadily lit.
c.5) Press the power button (17) to turn on the aspirator.
Operating the device on mains power supply will also charge the battery.
Do not power on the aspirator if the power supply adapter or cord are damaged.
10 - OPERATING THE DEVICE ON INTERNAL BATTERY POWER SUPPLY (Fig. D)
Once the aspirator is in operation, the battery charge indicator lights (20) will indicate the
battery charge status:
• The green indicator light indicates that the battery is fully charged.
• The yellow indicator light indicates that the battery is 30% charged.
• The red indicator light, together with a continuous acoustic signal, indicates that the
battery is low and must be recharged as soon as possible.
Note = With the battery fully charged and the green indicator light (20) on the aspirator
has about 45 minutes of charge under normal operation and with the yellow light on
about 15 minutes. The red light indicates that the aspirator must immediately be con-
nected to the mains power supply to ensure the continuity of patient care and recharging
of the battery. Such operating times are indicative only and depend on the initial amount
of battery charge. The acoustic signal continues to sound until the device is switched off
or it is connected to the mains power supply.
Charge the battery at least once every 6 months when the device is not in use.
The battery has an average life span of 2 years. We recommend replacing it after
that period.
11 - STARTING THE DEVICE & ADJUSTING THE VACUUM PRESSURE (Fig. D)
d.1) Turn on the aspirator by pressing the green power button (17). Once activated, the
button will light and the aspirator will start operation.
Adjust the vacuum pressure by the vacuum adjustment dial (19) in the fol-
lowing way:
d.2) Close with a finger the open end of the cannula or tube.
d.3) Turn the dial clockwise (19) to increase suction, anticlockwise to decrease it. Read
the vacuum pressure value on the vacuum gauge.
d.4) Once the desired value has been selected, remove your finger from the cannula
or tube.
d.5) Now the aspirator is ready for use.
d.6) To turn off the device, press the green power button again (17).
N.B. = The kit contains a connector with valve that allows you to adjust the vacuum level
without having to use the dial on the control panel of the device. To regulate the flow,
open the valve and cover the hole gradually with your finger. The more you cover the
hole, the higher the vacuum. In order to avoid fluids entering the aspirator unit, empty the
collection jar before the fluid reaches the float.
12 - DISPOSAL OF BODILY FLUIDS & DISPOSABLE BAG
It is essential to remember that fluids aspirated into the collection jar are potentially in-
fectious and their disposal must be in accordance with procedures established for such
waste. Disposal of the jars, which are intended for the collection of potentially infectious
body fluids, as well as disposal of the fluids themselves, must therefore be effectuated
following hospital procedures for such types of waste. In the case of home use, pre-
scriptions to use the aspirator must contain instructions for the disposal of single-use
jars and aspirated liquids.
13 - CLEANING & DISINFECTION OF THE ASPIRATOR
The aspirator can be cleaned and disinfected using a sponge or soft cloth moistened
with a cold disinfectant solution (e.g. a sodium hypochlorite solution with a concentration
no greater than 2%), as directed by the manufacturer of the product. Ensure that the
solution is compatible with the materials of the aspirator or follow hospital procedures.
Do not wash or immerse the aspirator under water. The aspirator must always be turned
off and disconnected from the mains while cleaning.
Surgical Aspirator - Model: AIDAL EMERGENCY
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