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Variables Affecting Airflow
During Surgery
RapidVac™ Smoke Evacuator User’s Guide 4 - 3
Variables Affecting Airflow
The following factors may affect airflow:
• Diameter of the tubing—with larger diameter tubing, airflow improves
• Airflow settings
• Attachments
Changing the Airflow
You can change the airflow while the smoke evacuator is in use.
1.
Adjust the air flow by pressing the up-arrow ( ) to increase or the down-
arrow ( ) button to decrease.
2.
Verify that the indicator illuminates for the speed setting you selected.
Periodic Checks
During surgery periodically check the accessories described below.
Tubing
Check for clogged, occluded, or kinked tubing during surgery.
Sponge Guard
If a sponge guard is in use, ensure it is fully attached to the sterile tubing to
prevent suction of surgical materials.
Filter Life Indicator
Monitor the remaining life of the filter by viewing the Filter Life Indicator LEDs
on the smoke evacuator front panel.