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Summary of Contents for EMITTTMU

Page 1: ...ENCY MEDICAL TRAUMA TRAINER TACTICAL MEDICAL UPPER EMITT TMU ________________________________________________________ Emergency Medical Trauma Trainer Tactical Medical Upper EMITT TMU User Guide Rev_Q2_2020 ...

Page 2: ... Copyright 2020 TraumaFX Solutions Rev_Q2_2020 ...

Page 3: ... Copyright 2020 TraumaFX Solutions Rev_Q2_2020 TraumaFX Emergency Medical Trauma Trainer Tactical Medical Upper EMITT TMU TraumaFX Customer Service MATTsupport traumafx net 1 800 200 7465 ...

Page 4: ...r Tactical Medical Upper EMITT TMU Features 6 Ruggedized Realistic Synthetic Skin 7 Material 7 Cautions and Care 7 Chapter 3 Getting Started 8 Notes on General Use and Care 8 Charging the Batteries 8 EMITT TMU RC Transmitter Batteries 8 General Use and Care of Batteries 9 Installing and Removing the Batteries 10 EMITT TMU Batteries 10 Removing the EMITT TMU Batteries 11 Installing and Removing the...

Page 5: ...18 Sensored Airway 19 Simulated Infusible Intraosseous Sites 19 Humeral Infusion Site 19 Sternal Infusion Site 19 Simulated Bilateral Needle D 3 14 gauge Sites 20 Simulated Chest Wound Site 20 Simulated Dilated or Pinpoint Pupil 21 Simulated Infusible IV Insertion Site with Flash Cue 22 Cleaning 23 Packing 23 Chapter 5 After Use Care 25 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Repair 26 Additional Support 27 Cus...

Page 6: ...T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S iv Lithium Ion Batteries SDS 43 Airway Lubricant SDS 50 ...

Page 7: ...in tough outdoor terrains and features articulating shoulders and realistic reinforced silicone arms It can be carried dragged and transported in a variety of vehicles and aircraft The EMITT TMU can withstand nearly any weather condition making it ideally suited for real world simulation training for Tactical Combat Casualty Care TCCC and Combat Lifesaver training courses The EMITT TMU is a multi ...

Page 8: ...st Wound Blood KGS TFX SCWBL 1P 1 pint Sternal IO Discs TFX UP SIOD 5 1 package of 5 Non Infusible Sternal Plug TFX UP NISP 1 1 8oz Airway Lubricant KGS TFX UP TL 1 1 Silicone Cric Skin Tape TFX UP CST 1 1 roll Silicone Trachea Skin Tape TFX UP TRT 1 1 roll Humeral Skin Plug KGS TFX APLPB HS 5 1 package of 5 Cric Skin Multi use KGS TFX APLPB CBSM 1 1 Blood Powder KGS TFX LO BL 5G 1 package of 5 In...

Page 9: ...l Medical Lower EMITT TML Emergency Medical Trauma Trainer Active Shooter Lower EMITT ASL Multiple Amputation Trauma Trainer MATT Packable Hemostatic HEMO Trauma Trainer MATT Abdominal Casualty Expectant MATT ACE Clinical Response Lower CRL Injured Hands ECG Simulator System Overview Figure 2 Note Posterior Gunshot Exit Wound Not Shown ...

Page 10: ...on Water Resistance and Cleanup DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED WATER OR SUBMERGE THE EMITT TMU UNDER WATER REMOVE BATTERIES BEFORE CLEAN UP TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK EMITT TMU is water resistant but is not waterproof With water only carefully wash the EMITT TMU with a soft wet cloth or sponge after each use Vigorous scrubbing of the skin can result in permanent damage If EMITT TMU is used with any TraumaFX ...

Page 11: ...e simulated blood paste please store in a dark cool location Radio Control The Radio Control RC system used to operate the EMITT TMU has an extended range see technical specifications and can be used indoors or outdoors Note that indoor range is subject to building design and construction materials Test system operations whenever setting up in a new location or moving to a different area of a buil...

Page 12: ...ith teeth and tongue for use with King LT D or other esophageal airways Sensors to detect bag ventilation and provide proper chest rise and fall Simulated sucking chest wound with bubbling blood effect Upper body torso made of lifelike wrap around silicone skin with self healing intervention sites Bilateral needle decompression 3 14 gauge needle sites with responsive pleural membranes and replacea...

Page 13: ...d feel with exceptional durability that allows EMITT TMU to be carried or dragged on many surfaces such as outdoors or flooring commonly found in buildings Cautions and Care The EMITT TMU unit is water resistant but not water proof Avoid direct water contact with the battery compartment When washing EMITT TMU use only water Never use ink or marker to write on EMITT TMU Doing so can cause damage to...

Page 14: ...f any substance including detergents to the blood mix may damage internal components and will void the limited warranty Charging the Batteries EMITT TMU RC Transmitter Batteries Read all instructions provided in the Operating Manual Makita Battery Charger before using Each EMITT TMU trainer utilizes three 3 18v Makita Lithium Ion batteries for operation Two batteries power the unit and the third b...

Page 15: ... illuminates each battery takes approximately 15 30 minutes to charge and depending on the amount of usage provides up to 4 hours of training support 3 Remove the battery when readout indicates charging is complete NOTE A 220V Makita charger is available for International use This is a special order item and available for purchase through TraumaFX by contacting customer support or your account rep...

Page 16: ...nit have the same capacity rating on the side of the battery 8 Store batteries indoors away from extreme temperatures not above 120 F or below 38 F 9 Only charge TraumaFX related batteries using the approved chargers supplied with the TraumaFX system Installing and Removing the Batteries EMITT TMU Batteries 1 Select two 2 100 fully charged Makita Lithium Ion batteries 2 Open the battery compartmen...

Page 17: ...utton located on the battery to remove the battery from the remote control transmitter Attaching an Optional TraumaFX Lower Trainer to EMITT TMU The EMITT TMU unit can attach to any TraumaFX lower unit to help trainees learn how to treat patients suffering from multiple traumatic injuries Be sure to install fully charged batteries in EMITT TMU before connecting the lower unit the connection will b...

Page 18: ...ing as soon as possible preferably within 24 hours to avoid staining Pre treatment of stains and vigorous cleaning will usually remove simulated bloodstains Only use detergents and cleansers recommended by the manufacturer s of the affected surfaces or fabrics If dry blood powder is spilled avoid contact with liquids Sweep or vacuum the affected area immediately To mix the blood powder follow the ...

Page 19: ... of coagulated blood The paste can be rubbed onto simulated wounds using a paintbrush sponge or fingers to enhance their realistic appearance and feel and can be used to provide the appearance of coagulated blood on floors walls doors or other surfaces see caution above regarding staining of surfaces with simulated blood compounds Skin Plug and Component Replacement Inserting the Pleural Membrane ...

Page 20: ...g the Infusible Humeral Block and Humeral Skin Plug Insert the infusible humeral block and humeral skin plug into the shoulder of EMITT TMU Adjust the skin plug edges as needed to eliminate seams Inserting the IV Insertion Skin Plug Insert the IV insertion skin plug Figure 13 by lining up the holes and pressing the IV Insertion Skin Plug into the IV recess located at the left forearm Adjust the sk...

Page 21: ...out infusion the red stopper can be placed within the manubrium prior to installing the skin plug cap Figure 14 Inserting the Cric Saddle and Cric Skin Plug EMITT TMU has a multi use cric saddle and skin plug For each use place a single piece of the supplied Cric Tape over the hole in the cric saddle and a second piece of tape over the incision in the skin plug For easy insertion tilt head up and ...

Page 22: ...hile the 2 plugs are consumables and will need to be replaced after several uses To replace the IO plug and or skin plug remove the existing plug by pulling up from the edges Install a new IO plug by wetting all four 4 sides with water or alcohol and pushing the plug straight in with both thumbs Figure 16 Install the new skin plug by inserting the tongue into the top edge and tucking the flange in...

Page 23: ...ise with the EMITT TMU trainer performing a quick link check between the RC transmitter and EMITT TMU is highly recommended Prior to shipment each RC transmitter is synced and fully tested with its paired lower body unit and therefore may require pairing for the first use Instructions on how to sync your unit to the RC Transmitter are located in the TraumaFX Remote Control Transmitter User Guide t...

Page 24: ... 18 Simulated Oral Airway The Simulated Oral Airway cavity with teeth and tongue provides for pharyngeal intubation and to facilitate opening and maintaining a clear airway for mechanical ventilation Figure 19 This simulated airway can be used with King LT D or other esophageal airways Figure 19 The Simulated Oral Airway provides trainees with a flexible neck and jaw to perform endotracheal intuba...

Page 25: ...er This information along with the bag ventilation rate is also displayed on the Session Control screen on the remote control transmitter Simulated Infusible Intraosseous Sites Humeral Infusion Site The Simulated Infusible Humeral Intraosseous Site allows trainees to insert an Intraosseous Infusion Introducer at this location This site uses a multi use infusible bone and skin plug which is easily ...

Page 26: ...ions Figure 21 Simulated Chest Wound Site EMITT TMU has a deep chest wound on the left side Figure 22 that can be configured by the user to simulate leaking air and blood A small amount of simulated blood can be placed within the wound site Using the RC Transmitter from the Session Control Screen press ABC then Breathing to find the button that turns on the Sucking Chest Wound A small amount of ai...

Page 27: ...Brain Injury TBI such as the case with the following two scenarios Figure 23 Dilated pupil Figure 24 indicating a concussion accompanied by laceration to the forehead Pinpoint pupil Figure 25 indicating basilar skull fracture and battle signs or raccoon eyes achieved through moulage Pinpoint pupils are also indicative of drug overdose and exposure to nerve agents Figure 24 Figure 25 ...

Page 28: ...accomplish this screw the 120 ml syringe completely depressed into the luer in the wrist and pull back on the plunger until you hear a sucking sound indicating the bladder is empty To continue training repeat the instructions above To finish for the day inject 50 ml of water through the shoulder port and the suck it out through the wrist port Each skin plug will last for many training sessions and...

Page 29: ... syringe with clean water 2 Attach syringe to the small port to the right of the sucking chest wound 3 Depress syringe to flush out the wound site To clean EMITT TMU s exterior features 1 Gently clean EMITT TMU after each use with water only never use abrasive materials on EMITT TMU s skin 2 If stains persist on EMITT TMU s exterior gently clean with a soft wet cloth or sponge DO NOT vigorously sc...

Page 30: ... and place the transmitter in its proper place in the upper body simulator storage case 6 Charge the Makita batteries using the supplied Makita charger 7 Place the batteries in their proper place in the upper body simulator storage case 8 Empty and rinse out the blood fill bucket with water Dry the bucket and store in the upper body simulator storage case 9 Clean the surface of EMITT TMU with a we...

Page 31: ... fully charged battery with a partially charged battery as this will cause the EMITT TMU unit to not operate properly 5 Do not mix a new battery with an old battery as this will quickly degrade the new battery 6 Only use approved chargers supplied with the EMITT TMU system to recharge the EMITT TMU and transmitter batteries 7 Wash skin and wounds with water after each day of use Blood paste is cel...

Page 32: ...stay in place or appear damaged from multiple simulation use Replace with a new skin plug For replacement skin plugs please contact MATTSupport traumafx net Receiving less than adequate resistance on needle chest decompression Replace the pleural membrane For replacement pleural membranes please contact MATTSupport traumafx net Power light is flashing or has turned off This indicates that your bat...

Page 33: ...B L E S H O O T I N G R E P A I R 27 Additional Support Customer Service and Support For other troubleshooting issues not identified above please contact TraumaFX Technical Support at MATTSupport traumafx net or 1 800 200 7465 ...

Page 34: ... for repairing silicone cuts and tears 1 Thoroughly clean cut or tear with water followed by rubbing alcohol 2 Thoroughly dry the skin surface 3 Generously spread the Sil Poxy inside of and over the cut or tear Figure 28 and Figure 29 4 For a cut pinch the cut back together 5 For a tear replace the skin flap Apply tape medical bandage if necessary to hold together until the Sil Poxy cures 6 Gently...

Page 35: ...attery Charger Provided with the TraumaFX lower body simulator Input A C 120 V 50 60 HZ Output D C 7 2 V 18 V Weight 1 0 kg 2 2 lbs Remote Control Transmitter Provided with the TraumaFX lower body simulator Effective Range Outdoor range is 200 meters line of site indoor range is 50 meters but is subject to building construction materials that may impede signal Power supply 18v Lithium Ion Battery ...

Page 36: ...d under ISO 9001 2000 registered standards XBee XBee PRO RF Modules are optimized for use in US Canada Australia Israel and Europe contact MaxStream for complete list of approvals IMPORTANT The XBee XBee PRO OEM RF Module has been certified by the FCC for use with other products without any further certification as per FCC section 2 1091 Modifications not expressly approved by MaxStream could void...

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Page 73: ...rical 7 Insertion 14 22 Intraosseous 19 intubation 1 4 18 IV 6 14 22 legs 4 Nasal Airway 18 Needle D 20 Needle D 14 Oral Airway 18 Pinpoint 21 Pleural Membrane 13 power 17 preventive maintenance 4 pupil 6 21 Pupil 21 quick connect Upper Torso 11 Radio Control See transmitter RC transmitter 17 24 Remote Control 29 Sil Poxy 25 skin 7 23 25 Technical Specifications 29 31 training 1 4 6 7 8 9 11 13 17...

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