15
• Indication of set vacuum at vacuum gauge (
3
, fig. 9)
(keep suction attachment closed by hand).
• Secretion is collected in 1.25 l canister with mechanical
overflow safety and water-repellent bacterial filter.
ª
Prevents ingress of secretion into the pump.
)
Secretion canister to be emptied when half full at the
latest, see chapter 4.2.4.1!
)
The suction system may be operated only with inserted
bacterial filter. In case the filter is blocked it has to be
exchanged (see chapter 6.1) !
For hygienic reasons, the bacterial filter should be
exchanged
daily
.
)
The suction hose must never come into direct contact
with the application site.
Always
use a suction catheter,
suction tip, or medical suction set!
)
Change the suction catheter after every patient and
clean the suction hose, e.g. with the aid of the optional
hose rinsing system (aspirate rinsing fluid or disinfectant
solution)!
• All commercially available models of suction cannulae
(Adson, Walter, Frazier, Fergusson, Plester, Yankauer,
Torrington) may be attached to the silicone attachment.
4.2.4.1 Emptying the secretion canister
• Detach all hose connections carefully on the lid system
and take secretion canister out carefully to prevent spills
and contamination of the area. Dispose of secretions
properly.
•
Grip lid system firmly, open lid of filter housing by turning
in anti-clockwise direction. With bacterial filter plate or
integrated bacterial filter: Remove filter and dispose it of.
• Rinse all parts thoroughly under running water. A
detergent or cleaning agent may also be used if required.
•
After cleaning a new filter must be inserted (with bacterial
filter plate: smooth side down). See chapter 6.1.
See also suction accessories (chapter 8.2).
4.2.4.2 Application with disposable secretion
canister systems
Assemble the disposable canister system:
Insert the disposable bag into the canister. Seal properly on
all sides. Check again for tightness, otherwise there will be
no build up of vacuum. Connect the vacuum hose.
)
Please observe the operating instructions of the
disposable secretion canister system.
)
Please observe the valid hygiene and waste disposal
measures.
)
Only the recommended ATMOS disposable secretion
canisters with integrated filter may be used!
Fig. 9. Suction
Suction attachment
ON switch
Vacuum gauge
Vacuum control
Fig. 10.
Secretion hose
Bacterial filter plate
4.0 Operation
Fig. 11 Disposable secretion canister systems
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2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
1
2
