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TOBI HOSPITAL is a surgical aspirator power-fed at 230V ~ / 50Hz, to be used for suctioning body liquids
(such as mucus, phlegm and blood) provided with 4 antistatic wheels, two of which with braking device,
and a pulling handle.
This equipment is designed for easy transport and continuous utilization.
Thanks to these characteristics and to its functions, this device is particularly suitable for utilization in
hospital wards and operation theatres both for suctioning body liquids and for gynaecological and der-
matological (liposuction) applications.
It’s provided with a plastic body, with thermal and electrical isolation in compliance with European safety
standards, two complete suction tanks in polycarbonate suitable for sterilization, and a float valve, besi-
des being fitted with a suction regulator and a vacuum gauge on the front panel. Available under request
with differents versions for applications and use (version with remote control, version with 4 litre jars,
version with flow direction regulator).
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Read instruction manual carefully before use
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Only highly qualified staff use reserved
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The instrument must not be disassembled. for a technical service always contact GIMA
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES:
1. Check the condition of the unit before each use. The surface of the unit should carefully inspected for
visual damage. Check the mains cable and do not connect to power if damage is apparent;
2. Before connecting the appliance always check that the electric data indicated on the data label and
the type of plug used, correspond to those of the mains electricity to witch it’s to be connected;
3. Respect the safety regulations indicated for electrical appliances and particularly:
• Use original components and accessories provided by the manufacturer to guarantee the highest
efficiency and safety of the device;
• The device can be used only with the bacteriological filter;
• Never immerge the appliance into water;
• Position the device on stable and flat surfaces in a way that the air inlets on the back aren’t obstructed;
• To avoid incidents, do not place the aspirator on unstable surfaces, which may cause it to acci-
dentally fall and lead to a malfunction and/or breakage. Should there be signs of damage to the
plastic parts, which may expose inner parts of the energised device, do not connect the plug to the
electrical socket. Do not attempt to make the device work before it has been thoroughly checked by
qualified personnel and/or the GIMA technical service department.
• Don’t use in the presence of inflammable substances such as anaesthetic, oxygen or nitrous oxide;
• Don’t touch the device with wet hands and always prevent the appliance coming into contact with
liquids;
• Don’t leave the appliance connected to the power supply socket when not in use;
• Don’t pull the power supply cable to disconnect the plug remove the plug from the mains socket
correctly;
• Store and use the device in places protected against the weather and far from any sources of heat.
After each use, it is recommended to store the device in its own box away from dust and sunlight.
• In general, it is inadvisable to use single or multiple adapters and/or extensions. Should their use be
necessary, you must use ones that are in compliance with safety regulations, however, taking care not
to exceed the maximum power supply tolerated, which is indicated on the adapters and extensions.
4. For repairs, exclusively contact technical service and request the use of original spare parts. Failure
to comply with the above can jeopardise the safety of the device;
5.
Use only for the purpose intended.
Don’t use for anything other than the use defined by the manu-
facturer. The manufacturer will not be responsible for damage due to improper use or connection to
an electrical system not complying with current regulation.
6. Instrument and accessory discharging must be done according to current regulations in the country
of use.
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WARNING:
Do not change this equipment without the permission of the manufacturer. None of elec-
tric or mechanical parts have been designed to be repaired by customers or end-users. Don’t open
the device, do not mishandle the electric / mechanical parts. Always contact technical assistance
8. Using the device in environmental conditions different than those indicated in this manual may harm
seriously the safety and the technical characteristics of the same;
