Table of Contents
Caution-Notice ................................................................................. 2
General Description and Symbols ................................................... 3
Getting Acquainted- Basic Instructions ........................................... 4
General Specifications-Trouble Shooting ........................................ 5
Warranty-Maintenance .................................................................... 6
Sanitation and Disinfection................ .............................................. 7
Internal Access-Internal Components ............................................. 8
General Description
The SSCOR Sentinel is a portable, 12V DC battery operated suction pump for constant
suctioning during resuscitation emergencies. It is powered by sealed lead acid batteries,
capable of driving the unit for 45 minutes ± 10%. The batteries are recharged by a 115V AC to
13.8V DC Dual Mode Charger (included with the unit). A sealed lead acid battery is a very
stable and reliable battery. Many factors can affect the life of a battery:
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Leaving a unit switched on after there is no longer enough power to run the pump
can cause a battery to deep discharge. This can reduce the life of, or destroy the
battery.
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Failing to charge a battery for an extended period of time will also cause the battery to
go into deep discharge.
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Low temperatures may reduce the available capacity.
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High temperatures may cause deformation of the battery case and damage the battery.
Sealed lead acid batteries can easily be maintained to permit proper operation of the
equipment. To protect the battery, after each procedure turn the unit off, put the unit on
charge and always store the pump at room temperature. The only way to assure the
battery has functional capacity, even if it is indicated the battery is fully charged, is to perform
the battery test suggested on page 4 of this operations manual.
The Sentinel is designed to provide instant, effective suctioning, independent of external
sources of power and can be pre-set to be activated immediately upon reaching the distressed
patient. Suction power is controllable for those instances when full power would be considered
harmful to the patient. The SSCOR Sentinel is equipped with a disposable collection canister
which features a bacterial filter to screen airborne particulates and a mechanical shut-off valve
to prevent fluid overflow.
Description of Symbols
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Symbol
Meaning
Location
Type B Medical Equipment Serialized Label
Serialized Label Separate Collection for
Electronic Equipment
Serialized Label Caution - Consult
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