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change the filter immediately.
2. Remove filter by disconnecting it from tubing connected to pressure adjusting
valve and tubing connected to collection bottle lid assembly.
3. Replace with a new VAC-ASSIST Hydrophobic filter and connect to above two
tubing. Additional filters can be purchased from an authorized dealer.
4. Hydrophobic Filter should be replaced every 2 months of use or if canister
overflow occurs, dispose of suction filter assembly and replace with new
assembly.
Figure 9
Note
Use only VAC-ASSIST filters. Do not substitute any other material for this
hydrophobic filter. Improper substitution may lead to contamination or poor
performance;
Fuse Change:
1. Use only the same type of fuse to replace the broken fuse.
2. Fuse specification: Miniature Glass Fuse 5x20mm, Fast Blow (Quick Acting),
F2A/250V.
10. Troubleshooting
Your VAC-ASSIST Suction Unit contains no user-serviceable parts. If you believe
your unit is not working properly, BEFORE YOU RETURN IT TO THE MEDICAL
EQUIPMENT PROVIDER WHERE YOU PURCHASED IT OR TO VAC-ASSIST, please
take a few moments to check for these possible causes:
Pressure
Adjusting
Valve
Tubing
Tubing
hydrophobic Filter
Collection Bottle Lid
