8700-0006-000 (Rev. 12) 08/2020
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8/Maintenance
8.1 General Maintenance of Suction Equipment
WARNING: The Pre-use Checkout Procedure must be performed before using this equipment on each patient.
If the regulator fails any part of the Pre-use Checkout Procedure, it must be removed from service and
repaired by qualified service personnel.
WARNING: If the unit has been contaminated, clean and disinfect all suction equipment before disassembly.
Protection of the vacuum piping system is as important as maintenance of the suction equipment. The use of collection
canisters with reliable shut-off valves, overflow safety trap assemblies and disposable suction filters will protect the
regulator, wall outlet, and piping system.
Routine maintenance and inspection are important to the performance of suction equipment. The following is a
recommended list for care of suction equipment after each patient use.
1.
Keep connecting tubing, fittings and adapters/probes clean.
2. Wipe all exterior surfaces with a solution of water and mild detergent or approved cleaning solutions.
3. Perform a careful visual inspection of the vacuum regulator.
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Perform Service Checkout Procedure
If the regulator does not pass, refer to troubleshooting (Section 5
Troubleshooting). Repair as needed
Check elastomeric parts, O-rings, gaskets,
diaphragms, internal filters
Cleaning, lubrication and replacement interval depends on hours of
usage and environmental conditions. Replace, lubricate, and repair
as needed
8.3 Repair Policy
WARNING:
To reduce transportation personnel and/or service personnel exposure to hazardous contamination, clean
and disinfect all suction equipment before shipping for service.
CAUTION:
Do not steam autoclave or liquid sterilize the PTS-CVR. Severe impairment to the operation of the regulator
will result.
CAUTION:
Only competent individuals trained in the repair of this equipment should attempt service.
Do not use malfunctioning equipment. Make all necessary repairs. Have the equipment repaired by qualified service
personnel or by Ohio Medical. After repair, perform the Service Checkout Procedure to ensure that the product is
functioning properly, and complies with the manufacturer’s published specifications.
4.
Check that the high flow disposable suction filter is
clean and in good condition.
5. Check that all tubing is in good condition and
connected securely to the correct ports.
6.
Check the floats in the Overflow Protection Device
and collection canister for correct operation.
7. Perform the Pre-use Checkout Procedure.
8.2 Recommended Maintenance
We recommend the following to determine maintenance appropriate for each facility:
1. Periodically inspect the overall condition of the vacuum regulator. Test gauge accuracy (Section 7.3 Gauge Test) and
perform the pre-use checkout procedure (See PTS-CVR Instructions for Use for the Pre-use Checkout Procedure). If
the regulator does not pass, refer to troubleshooting (Section 5 Troubleshooting).
2. Determine maintenance based on data from your periodic inspections. Follow the guidelines below.
