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VEGA UNO is an electric device for medical use working with 230V ~ / 50 Hz network electricity, to be used for the nasal
aspiration, oral aspiration, tracheal aspiration of the body liquids (mucus or catarrh) in the adult or in the children.
Easily transportable from one hospital ward to another, particularly suitable for tracheotomized patients, minor surgical
applications and post-operative therapy at home.
Easily portable equipment designed for not continuous use 20 min. ON / 40 min. OFF.
Made of highly heat-resistant, electrically insulated plastic material in conformity with the latest European safety standards.
Supplied with a complete polycarbonate autoclavable jar complete with overflow valve.
Equipped with aspiration regulator and vacuum indicator located on the front panel.
GENERAL WARNING
READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
ONLY HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF USE RESERVED
THE INSTRUMENT MUST NOT BE DISASSEMBLED
FOR A TECHNICAL SERVICE ALWAYS CONTACT GIMA S.p.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
1.
On opening the packaging, check the integrity of the appliance, paying particular attention to the presence of damage to
the plastic parts, which may make access possible to internal live parts and also to breakage and / or peeling of the power
supply cable. In these cases don’t connect the plug to the electric socket.
Carry out these controls before each use;
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.
If the plug supplied with the appliance is incompatible with the mains electricity socket, contact qualified staff for
replacement of the plug with a suitable type. The use of simple or multiple and / or extension adapters is not generally
recommended. Whenever their use is indispensable, use those in compliance with safety regulations, however paying
attention not to exceed the maximum power supply limits, which are indicated on the adapters and extensions;
4.
Respect the safety regulations indicated for electrical appliances and particularly:
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Use original components and accessories provided by the manufacturer to guarantee the highest efficiency and safety
of the device;
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The device can be used only with the bacteriological filter;
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Never immerge the appliance into water;
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Position the appliance on flat stable surfaces;
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Position the device in a way that the air inlets on the back aren’t obstructed;
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Never use the device in environments which have anaesthetic mixtures inflammable with air, oxygen or nitric oxide;
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Don’t touch the device with wet hands and always prevent the appliance coming into contact with liquids;
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Keep off the reach of children or not capable people without supervision;
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Don’t leave the appliance connected to the power supply socket when not in use;
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Don’t pull the power supply cable to disconnect the plug remove the plug from the mains socket correctly;
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Preserve and use the medical device in environments protected from atmospheric factors and at a distance from heat
sources;
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Don’t use the device thoracic drainage.
5.
For repairs, exclusively contact GIMA technical service and request the use of original spare parts.
Failure to comply with the above can jeopardise the safety of the device;
6.
This medical device must be destined exclusively for the use for witch it has been designed ad described in this
manual. Any different use must be considered incorrect and therefore dangerous; the manufacturer cannot be considered
liable for damage caused by improper, incorrect and / or unreasonable use or if the appliance is used in electrical plants
that are not in compliance with the regulations in force;
7.
Particular precautions must be made concerning electromagnetic compatibility. The medical device must be installed and
used according to information supplied with the accompanying documents;
8.
Instrument and accessories discharging must be done following current law regulations in every country of use.
9.
None of electric 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 GIMA technical assistance
10. 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.
