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Please read this manual carefully before using this device. Keep this manual for future reference.
Important Safety Information
Important information is highlighted by these terms:
WARNING: Danger for patient or operating staff.
CAUTION:Information for preventing damage to the product.
ATTENTION:Important operating instructions.
WARNING
• This device is intended for use by trained and certified healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and therapists, or by those under their
guidance. Use only after consulting with your doctor and receiving proper training from a trained healthcare professional.
• Using this device for any purpose other than the stated intended use may result in injury to the patient or operator.
• For patients for whom a breakdown of the device can lead to a critical situation, a replacement or back-up device must always be readily available.
• To ensure proper hygiene, collection container, filter, suction tubing, and intermediate tubing must only be used by the same patient. Do not use
these accessories across multiple patients. Do not attempt to sterilize these accessories for use across multiple patients. Failure to abide by these
warnings may result in infection or cross contamination between patients.
• The suction tube must never come into direct contact with the suction area.
• Fluid collected in the collection container must be disposed of according to local regulations, institution policy (as applicable), and the instructions
of a certified healthcare professional.
• Do not use this device with accessories which have not been approved by the distributor or manufacturer of the product. Use of unapproved
accessories may cause harm to the patient and will void the warranty coverage for this device.
• Suction catheters are not included with this device and must be purchased separately, in accordance with the instructions of a trained
and certified physician or healthcare professional. Only use disposable, single-use, sterile suction catheters compliant with local and/or national laws,
regulations, and directives. Failure to do so could cause harm to the patient.
• To avoid the risk of infection, always use sterile single-use suction catheters. After use, immediately dispose of the suction catheter in accordance
with local regulations, institution policy (as applicable), and the instructions of a certified healthcare professional. Do not attempt to re-use or
re-sterilize suction catheters.
• During suction, do not exceed the maximum vacuum pressure recommended by your healthcare professional or physician.
• Ensure that the battery is fully charged before operating the device without access to mains.
• Never open, disassemble, or modify the device, or any accessories included with the device.
• Device is MR Unsafe. This device must not be used in an MRI environment. Further the device shall not be placed or operated in the following
environments or near the following devices: CT, diathermy machine, RFID transmitters, electromagnetic security systems (such as metal detectors).
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or injury to persons:
• Do not store the device where it can fall or be pulled into a tub, sink, or other water source.
• Never place the device in water or other liquids. If it falls in water, do not reach for it. Unplug immediately.
• Never leave the device unattended when switched on.
• The device must stand upright during use.
• Do not use this device to suction explosive, flammable, or corrosive liquids.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.
• Keep the plug and ON/OFF switch away from moisture.
• Never use the device (1) while bathing, showering, or close to a water source (2) when tired or not fully alert (3) at high room temperatures
(4) in an environment where there is a risk of explosion.
• Close supervision is required when this device is used for, with, or near children or infants. This device should not be operated by children.
• Do not operate where aerosol products are being used or where oxygen is being administered in a closed environment such as an oxygen reservoir.
• Never operate this product if: (1) It has a damaged power cord or plug. (2) It is not working properly. (3) It has been dropped or damaged. (4) It has
been dropped into water. Send the product to an authorized service center for examination and repair.
CAUTION
• Before plugging in the device, check that local mains conforms to the specified voltage requirements listed on the AC adapter.
• Unless charging battery, unplug the device when not in use. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by pulling on the power cable.
• This machine is an oil-less suction pump and does not require any lubrication. Do not add any lubricants to this machine.
• This aspirator is not suitable for prolonged continuous use.
• Before first use, battery must be charged continuously for at least 8 hours. Failure to do so may shorten the battery's lifetime.
• Fully charge the battery at least once every month. Failure to do so may shorten the battery’s lifetime.
ATTENTION
• Prior to first use, carefully unpack the unit and check for transportation damage. In case of damage, do not use.
• The device creates a negative pressure (vacuum) that draws fluids through a disposable suction catheter that is connected by suction tubing to a
collection container. The suctioned fluids are then trapped in the collection container for proper disposal.
• This aspirator is suitable for use at home, in hospitals or clinics, and in nursing homes.
• Before using any approved third party accessories with this device, check to make sure they are compatible - that all fittings are tight. Loose fittings
may degrade the performance of this device and may prevent the device from operating at its optimal level.
• Battery will gradually discharge when not in use; this is normal behaviour.
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