Amico Scout Series Operating instructions

Operating and Maintenance Manual
Scout and Sentinel
Vacuum Regulators
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Models
SCOUT SERIES:
SENTINEL SERIES:
*** If no color is specified, grey is the standard for Sentinel Vacuum Regulators
SSX-XXXX-XX(X)
Model Number
Vacuum Regulator Type
CI = Continuous/Intermittent
C2 = Continuous 2 Mode
C3 = Continuous 3 Mode
CH = Continuous High/Surgical
PI = Pediatric/Intermittent
P2 = Pediatric 2 Mode
NI = Neonatal/Intermittent
N2 = Neonatal 2 Mode
Inlet Connection
F2 = 1/8" FNPT
DH = DISS Handtight
DN = DISS Nut
OM= Ohmeda Male
CM = Chemetron Male
PB = Puritan Bennett
MS = Medstar
OX = Oxequip
BM = British Male
GM = German Male (DIN)
FM = French Male
DO = DISS Outlet
Color Coding
U = USA
I = ISO
***Color Coding
W = White
R = Red
B = Blue
G = Green
P = Purple
Y = Yellow
N = Pink
Z = Baby Blue
Display
A = Analog
D = Digital
Patient Connection
2 = 1/8" FNPT
D = DISS Male
T = Tubing Nipple
* For MRI compatible please add“-M”to the end of the part number (Available for
Adult/Analog units only)
** If no color is specified, white is the standard for Scout Vacuum Regulators
Model Number
SRX-XXXX-XX(X)*
Vacuum Regulator Type
CI = Continuous/Intermittent
C2 = Continuous 2 Mode
C3 = Continuous 3 Mode
CH = Continuous High/Surgical
PI = Pediatric/Intermittent
P2 = Pediatric 2 Mode
NI = Neonatal/Intermittent
N2 = Neonatal 2 Mode
Inlet Connection
F2 = 1/8" FNPT
DH = DISS Handtight
DN = DISS Nut
OM= Ohmeda Male
CM = Chemetron Male
PB = Puritan Bennett
MS = Medstar
OX = Oxequip
BM = British Male
GM = German Male (DIN)
FM = French Male
DO = DISS Outlet
Color Coding
U = USA
I = ISO
**Color Coding
R = Red
B = Blue
G = Green
P = Purple
Y = Yellow
N = Pink
Z = Baby Blue
Display
A = Analog
D = Digital
Patient Connection
2 = 1/8" FNPT
D = DISS Male
T = Tubing Nipple

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User Responsibility
CAUTION: United States federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
This manual instructs a professional to install and operate the Vacuum Regulator. This is provided for
your safety and to prevent damage to the Vacuum Regulator. If you do not understand this manual,
DO NOT USE the Vacuum Regulator and contact your provider.
Symbol Definitions
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol ( ) indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
CONSULT ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS
Receiving Inspection
Remove the Vacuum Regulator from the packaging and inspect it for damage. If there is any
damage, DO NOT USE and contact your provider.

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Vacuum Ports: 1/8" NPT Female
Modes: REG (Regulated) – provides an adjustable, continuous
vacuum level
OFF – no vacuum
INT (Intermittent) – provides an adjustable vacuum level
that cycles between REG and OFF
FULL - provides full vacuum
Intermittent Cycle Time: Factory set at approximately 16 seconds ON and 8 seconds
OFF (for reference only). Cycle starts in OFF time.
Operating Environmental Limits: 55°F to 85°F (13°C to 29°C)
Storage Environmental Limits: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C). Max 95%, Non-condensing
Standard Flow Rate: 0 - 70 LPM
Pediatric/Neonatal Flow Rate: 0 - 40 LPM
Vacuum Regulator Model Gauge
Gauge Accuracy
Analog Digital
Continuous / Intermittent 0 – 300 mmHg ± 3% F.S.* ± 1% F.S.*
Continuous High 0 – 750 mmHg ± 3% F.S.* ± 1% F.S.*
Pediatric Continuous Intermittent 0 – 160 mmHg ± 3% F.S.* ± 1% F.S.*
Neonatal Continuous Intermittent 0 – 100 mmHg ± 3% F.S.* ± 1% F.S.*
*F.S. = Full Scale
Specifications
MRI Safety Summary
THIS SECTION APPLIES TO MRI COMPATIBLE LABELED SCOUT VACUUM REGULATORS ONLY.
Devices with this label indicates that it is MR Conditional and can be used in an MR
Environment.
All products identified as MR Conditional have been observed to maintain proper functionality
during exposure to static magnetic fields of not less than 300 Gauss in the fringe field area of a 3.0
Tesla MRI system.
As per ASTM F2052, the largest deflection measurement across all devices tested yield allowable
maximum spatial gradients of 8.93 T/m (893 gauss/cm) for 1.5 T systems, and 4.46 T/m
(446 gauss/cm) for 3.0 T systems.

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Intended Use
Scout and Sentinel Vacuum Regulators are intended to be used in a medical facility to aspirate,
remove, or sample body fluids. Do not use the device other than its intended use.
WARNING: DO NOT use this Vacuum Regulator for anything other than its intended use.
Personal injury and/or damage to the Vacuum Regulator may result from misuse.
WARNING: Only personnel instructed and trained in its use should operate this Vacuum
Regulator.
MRI WARNING: This device contains magnetic, ferrous material that may affect the result of
an MRI.
MRI conditional options are available. Please contact customer service at [email protected].
MRI Safety Summary
WARNING:
• This product should not be used directly inside of the MR System (e.g., inside the bore of
the scanner).
• The device must be securely attached to a wall Gas Outlet.
• To ensure MR compatibility, only adapters and fittings tested and designated by
Amico Patient Care for the configurations listed as MR conditional should be used. Any
substitution or change must be evaluated in accordance with your hospital policy.
• Device must be kept MR Conditional if serviced or replaced.
• This information must be kept with the device.

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CAUTION: Inspect the Vacuum Regulator for visual damage before use. DO NOT USE if
damaged.
NOTE: Overflow protection should be used with the Vacuum Regulator (e.g., Filter, Vac Trap, Canister
equipped with float shutoff).
1. Turn the Selector Switch to the OFF position.
2. Attach the Vacuum Regulator to the Vacuum Source.
REG Mode (Regulated Mode)– allows user to set a continuous vacuum level.
a. Turn the Selector Switch to the REG position.
b. Block the Bottom Port of the Vacuum Regulator or kink the vacuum tubing.
c. Using the Regulator Knob, set the desired vacuum level:
• To INCREASE vacuum level, turn knob CLOCKWISE
• To DECREASE vacuum level, turn knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE
CAUTION: Do not continue to turn the Regulator Knob once resistance is felt. Doing so could
damage the Vacuum Regulator.
INT Mode (Intermittent Mode) SELECT MODELS ONLY – vacuum cycles ON and OFF automatically at
a fixed interval.
a. Follow REG Mode steps a, b and c to set desired vacuum level.
b. Turn the Selector Switch to the INT position.
NOTE: Intermittent cycles start in the OFF phase; therefore, a delay occurs before the intermittent
cycle begins.
FULL Mode (Full Vacuum Mode) SELECT MODELS ONLY – regulator is bypassed to achieve maximum
vacuum.
a. Turn Selector Switch to the FULL position.
b. Block the Bottom Port of the Vacuum Regulator or kink the vacuum tubing to see the
full vacuum reading.
NOTE: Full vacuum can only be as high as the supply vacuum. If full vacuum is low, check the supply
vacuum.
3. Turn the Selector Switch to the OFF position to turn the Vacuum Regulator off when not in use.
WARNING: ALWAYS make sure to connect the Vacuum Regulator to the Vacuum Source only.
Connection to a Pressure Source could injure the patient or operator and damage the
equipment.
WARNING: ALWAYS confirm the vacuum setting prior to performing procedures.
WARNING: When turning the Vacuum Regulator to REG or INT from any position, the vacuum
level will return to its previously regulated setting.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the Vacuum Regulator when the Collection Canister is full. This
may cause loss of vacuum and damage to the Vacuum Regulator. This will void the warranty.
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WARNING: The following tests are recommended prior to use on each patient. If the
Vacuum Regulator does not pass one or more of the following tests, it should be evaluated,
repaired and/or replaced by a qualified individual.
REGULATOR TESTING:
The following tests must be done with a minimum supply vacuum of -53 kPa (-400 mmHg):
1. Move the Selector Switch to the OFF position. Turn the Regulator Knob one complete turn in the
clockwise direction. Kink the vacuum tubing to block the outlet. There should be no movement
of the gauge reading.
2. Move the Selector Switch to the REG position. Turn the Regulator Knob fully in the
counterclockwise direction. Kink the vacuum tubing. Again, there should be no movement of
the gauge reading.
3. Kink the vacuum tubing and set the regulator as follows:
Standard: Increase the vacuum to -12 kPa (-90 mmHg)
Pediatric and Neonatal: Increase the vacuum to -5 kPa (-40 mmHg)
REGULATOR SETTING:
4. Open and close the kinked vacuum tubing slowly to reach various vacuum rates. Ensure that the
level of vacuum remains consistent when the vacuum tubing is kinked.
For Intermittent Regulators only:
a. Move the Selector Switch to INT.
b. Kink the vacuum tubing.
c. Timing cycles are approximately 16 seconds ON and 8 seconds OFF.
NOTE: The intermittent mode starts in the OFF phase.
d. Decrease the vacuum level to zero and move the Selector Switch to the OFF position.
RELIEF VALVE TESTING FOR PEDIATRIC AND NEONATAL REGULATORS ONLY
1. In the REG mode, kink the vacuum tubing and turn the Regulator Knob fully in the clockwise
direction to ensure that the vacuum level does not go over -21 kPa (-160 mmHg) for Pediatric,
and -13 kPa (-100 mmHg) for Neonatal. The Vacuum Regulator is equipped with a Safety Relief
Valve that triggers and emits an audible vibration once the maximum allowable vacuum is
reached. To reset the Safety Relief Valve, turn the Regulator Knob counterclockwise to reduce the
vacuum level. If the Safety Relief Valve fails to trigger when the maximum allowable vacuum is
reached, do not use the Vacuum Regulator and contact your service provider.
NOTE: This feature is only present for the Pediatric and Neonatal models.
SENTINEL CHECK FOR SENTINEL REGULATORS ONLY
1. On the back of the Vacuum Regulator, press the TEST button using a small screwdriver or allen
key and hold for 1 second. The Amber BATT LED will light up. This indicates that the batteries are
not dead. If the Red CHECK LED doesn’t turn on, this means that the unit is not contaminated.
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OPTION #1: Reverse Flush with Cidex Solution (see Figure 1)
1. Connect the Rear Port of the Vacuum Regulator to the Patient Port of a Collection Canister.
2. Attach the Vacuum Port of the Collection Canister to a Vacuum Source.
3. Connect a hose from the Bottom Port of the Vacuum Regulator and place the other end into a
container containing 100cc of a Cidex solution.
4. Fully turn the Regulator Knob of the Vacuum Regulator in the clockwise direction.
5. Turn the Selector Switch to the REG position. Wait until all of the Cidex solution has passed
through the Vacuum Regulator. Allow time for the Cidex solution to fully dry.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 for all modes of the Vacuum Regulator.
7. The Vacuum Regulator should run for 60 seconds in each mode with its Bottom Port open to
the atmosphere in order to dry internal parts.
Figure 1: Reverse Flush Setup for Scout - Side
Cleaning Instructions - Scout
Vacuum
Regulator
Vacuum
Source
Vacuum Hoses
100cc Cidex
Solution
Collection
Canister
NOTE: Amico Patient Care Corporation highly recommends replacing the Disposable Body to ensure
it is completely free of contamination.
CAUTION: Ethylene Oxide is not recommended as a sterilant. Sterilization using an ethylene
mixture may cause small surface cracks to some of the plastic parts that may not be readily
apparent to the user.
CAUTION: Do not steam autoclave, immerse in liquid or gas sterilize Vacuum Regulators.
This may damage the unit.
CAUTION: If the Vacuum Regulator becomes contaminated internally, replace the
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OPTION #2: Replace the Disposable Body (see Figure 10).
1. Remove all 4 Housing Screws (#8) then remove the Scout Front Housing (#1)from the
Assembly.
2. Carefully remove the Vacuum Gauge (#2)from the Assembly.
3. Remove the Regulating Module (#3)by turning it clockwise until it is separated from the
Assembly. Thoroughly clean the Regulating Module with Cidex solution. Allow time for the
Regulating Module to fully dry.
4. For Intermittent Regulators only: Remove the Intermittent Screw (#5)holding the
Intermittent Module (#4)in place, then carefully separate the Intermittent Module from the
Assembly.
5. Remove the 2 Disposable Body Bottom Screws (#6.2), and the 1 Disposable Body Back
Screw (#6.4) holding the Assembly together. Carefully separate the Scout Disposable Body
Assembly (#6.1) from the Scout Back Housing Kit (#7).
6. Remove the Disposable Body Port Gasket (#6.3).
7. Dispose of the Disposable Body Port Gasket (#6.3), Scout Disposable Body Assembly
(#6.1), Disposable Body Back Screw (#6.4) and Disposable Body Bottom Screws (#6.2),
following your facility's procedure for handling contaminated products.
8. Replace with the Scout Disposable Body Replacement Kit (#6).
9. Place the new Disposable Body Port Gasket (#6.3) onto the new Scout Disposable Body
Assembly (#6.1) then carefully install back onto the Scout Back Housing Kit (#7). Ensure that
the Disposable Body Port Gaskets (#6.3) remain in place and create a good seal. Fasten the
new Scout Disposable Body Assembly (#6.1) in place using 1 new Disposable Body Back
Screw (#6.4) and 2 new Disposable Body Bottom Screws (#6.2).
10. For Intermittent Regulators only: Carefully install the Intermittent Module (#4) and fasten it to
the Assembly using the Intermittent Screw (#5).
11. Install the Regulating Module (#3) by turning it counterclockwise into the corresponding
threads on the Scout Disposable Body Assembly (#6.1).
12. Carefully install the Vacuum Gauge (#2) into the Assembly.
13. Install the Scout Front Housing (#1) and tighten all 4 Housing Screws (#8).
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NOTE: Amico Patient Care Corporation highly recommends replacing the Disposable Body to ensure
it is completely clean.
NOTE: If the Amber BATT LED does not come on right away when TEST button is pressed, change
the batteries.
CAUTION: Ethylene Oxide is not recommended as a sterilant. Sterilization using an ethylene
mixture may cause small surface cracks to some of the plastic parts that may not be readily
apparent to the user.
CAUTION: Do not steam autoclave, immerse in liquid or gas sterilize Vacuum Regulators.
This may damage the unit.
CAUTION: If the Vacuum Regulator becomes contaminated internally, replace the
Disposable Body and follow your facility's procedures for handling contaminated products.
CAUTION: Avoid getting the Sensor Assembly wet. The Sensor Assembly is not waterproof
and might get damaged.
OPTION #1: Reverse Flush with Cidex Solution (see Figure 1)
1. Connect the Rear Port of the Vacuum Regulator to the Patient Port of a Collection Canister.
2. Attach the Vacuum Port of the Collection Canister to a Vacuum Source.
3. Connect a hose from the Bottom Port of the Vacuum Regulator and place the other end into a
container containing 100cc of a Cidex solution.
4. Fully turn the Regulator Knob of the Vacuum Regulator in the clockwise direction.
5. Turn the Selector Switch to the REG position. Wait until all of the Cidex solution has passed
through the Vacuum Regulator. Allow time for the Cidex solution to fully dry.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 for all modes of the Vacuum Regulator.
7. The Vacuum Regulator should run for 60 seconds in each mode with its Bottom Port open to
the atmosphere in order to dry internal parts.
8. Calibrate the unit following steps listed in the“Calibrate/Reset Guide - Sentinel“ (page 15).
Cleaning Instructions - Sentinel