Buffalo filter PlumeSafe Turbo User manual

PlumeSafe®Turbo™
Surgical Smoke Plume Evacuator
BUFFALO FILT ER
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Operator’s Manual
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For a period of three (3) years following the date of delivery, BUFFALO FILTER warrants
the Turbo Auto-Sense™ against any defects in material or workmanship. BUFFALO FILTER
will repair or replace (at BUFFALO FILTER’S option) the same without charge, provided that
routine maintenance as specied in this manual has been performed using replacement
parts approved by BUFFALO FILTER. is warranty is void if the product is used
in a manner or for purposes other than intended.
© 2018 BUFFALO FILTER®
Bualo, New York USA 14086
1-716-835-7000
www.bualolter.com
Customer Service: 800-343-2324 (U.S. Only)
1-716-835-7000 (International)
e revision level of this manual is specied by the highest revision letter found
on either the inside front cover or enclosed errata pages (if any).
Manual Number 900989 Rev J
PlumeSafe® TURBO Auto-Sense™
MEDICAL – GENERAL MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
AS TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL 60601-1, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005, 3rd ed.),
CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 601.1, AND CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1 (2008)
9D93
ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1: A1:2012, 1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2019/(R)2012,
and CSA CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-1:14
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EC REP
EMERGO EUROPE
Prinsessegracht 20
2514 AP The Hague
The Netherlands

Section Title Page
1.0 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 4
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Inspection
1.3 Operational Information
1.4 Cautions and Warnings
2.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11
2.1 System Controls
2.2 ViroSafe® Filter Instructions
2.3 Set-up and Operation
2.4 Specications
3.0 MAINTENANCE 22
3.1 General Maintenance Information
3.2 Cleaning
3.3 Periodic Inspection
3.4 Troubleshooting
4.0 CUSTOMER SERVICE 23
4.1 Equipment Return
4.2 Ordering Information
5.0 TERMS & WARRANTY 24
Figure Title
Page
1 Control Panel
11
Table of Contents
& List of Illustrations

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1.1 Introduction
BUFFALO FILTER® Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation Systems are intended to evacuate and lter
surgical smoke plume and aerosols created by the interface surgical tools with tissue, examples being
lasers, electrosurgery systems, and ultrasonic devices.
e Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation Systems have been designed with a high suction, high ow
rate centrifugal action pump. e ultra-quiet motor is used to draw the surgical smoke from the surgical
site through the vacuum tubing and into the ViroSafe® lter where the surgical smoke is processed
by a series of lters. A single disposable lter is used to simplify the installation and removal during
lter changes. e lter is completely enclosed to protect the healthcare personnel from potential
contamination during lter changes. One Bualo Filter ViroSafe® lter contains four dierent stages
within to capture the smoke plume.
e rst stage ltration is a prelter whose function is to trap and remove gross particulate and casual
uid.
e second stage ltration is ULPA grade (Ultra Low Penetration Air) lter whose high-tech patented
(U.S. Patent #5874052) design captures particulates and micro-organisms from .1 to .2 microns at an
eciency of 99.999%.
e third stage ltration uses the highest grade virgin activated carbon, especially designed for Bualo
Filter for the removal and adsorption of odors and toxic gases produced by burning tissues. ese
harmful gases may constitute a health hazard to healthcare professionals who are subjected to prolonged
exposure. e activated carbon used in the Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation Systems preferentially
removes toxic organic gases rather than water vapor and provides optimal odor removal.
e fourth stage ltration is an expanded foam used to trap activated carbon nes from migrating out of
the lter.
e electronic controls on the face panel of the Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation System has been
designed “user friendly” and facilitate unit set up and operation. Please refer to Section 2.0 for Operating
Instructions.
1.2 Inspection
e Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuator has been thoroughly tested and inspected before shipment
from the factory. Please check the unit before using it to insure that no damage has occurred in transit.
If damage is evident, please contact BUFFALO FILTER Customer Service
at 1-800-343-2324 (US Only) or [phone] (International)
System Description
Section 1.0

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In addition, please compare the accessories you receive with the standard accessories list below.
If an item is missing, please notify BUFFALO FILTER Customer Service.
Standard Accessories:
• Operator’s Manual
• Power Cord
• Pneumatic Footswitch
Please contact BUFFALO FILTER Customer Service to purchase the following accessories:
• Replacement Filters
• EZ Link® Remote Activator
• Hoses, Tubing, Laparoscopic Kits, Adapters, Wands & Other Accessories
1.3 Operational Information
e operational information contained in this section is intended for the customer review of regulatory
issues. e information pertains to the use of the products both domestically and internationally:
1. e BUFFALO FILTER Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation System(s) complies with IEC60601.1
electrical specications in the following systems:
100/120 VAC 50/60 Hz, 220/240 VAC 50/60 Hz
2. Type of protection against electrical shock (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.1): Class I
3. Degree of protection against electric shock (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.2); Type CF Applied Part
4. Degree of protection against ingress of water (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.3): IPX1
5. Method of sterilization or disinfection recommended by BUFFALO FILTER (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.4):
Unplug Unit. Wipe unit with a damp cloth containing mild disinfectant solution
or soapy water. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. Do not steam sterilize.
6. Degree of safety of application in the presence of ammable anesthetic mixture with air or
with oxygen or nitrous oxide (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.5): Not Suitable
7. Mode of operation (UL 60601-1, Clause 5.6): Continuous
8. Upon request, BUFFALO FILTER will provide the following:
Service and Repair Instructions, including Circuit Diagrams and Parts List
9. e fuses in the power entry module are to be serviced by an authorized BUFFALO FILTER
technician as follows:
100/120 VAC, 50/60 Hz use 10 Amp 250 Volt Fuse (Slo-Blo)
220/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz use 8 Amp 250 Volt Fuse (Slo-blo)

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10. is equipment needs special precautions regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility and needs to be
installed according to EMC information found in this manual.
11. is equipment utilizes mobile RF communications equipment that can aect medical
electrical equipment.
12. is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. is equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at their expense.
13. is equipment operates in the following radio frequency specications:
RX modulation: Pulse-width coded, AM 100% modulation
TX Frequencies: Manchester encoded,
A = fc =/- 423.75kHz, B = fc +/- 484.29kHz
Low bit: transition A to B
High bit: transition B to A
14. To isolate equipment from supply mains, unplug the power cord from the appliance inlet on
the unit or receptacle in the wall. Position the equipment to allow for ease of unplugging
power cord.
15. Potential Equalization Conductor: Terminal located on back panel for connection of
potential equalization. Conductor complies with requirements per IEC 60601-1 (2005).
e Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation System(s) and all lters are not intended for
contact with patients.
1.4 Cautions and Warnings
Please note that all Cautions and Warnings
should be read and understood before any
use of this equipment.

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1.4.1 WARNINGS:
• Read this manual thoroughly, and be familiar with its contents prior to using this equipment.
• Test this equipment prior to a surgical procedure. is product was thoroughly tested at the factory
before shipment.
• Disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet prior to inspecting system components.
• e Turbo Auto-Sense™ system is only intended and suitable for the applications that are mentioned in
the operating instructions.
• e smoke evacuator produces a strong vacuum. Adjust the airow and the position of the
inlet end of the wand or tubing to prevent patient injury and to prevent suction of surgical
materials and surgical specimens.
• If the smoke evacuator is activated while the airow is set to a high speed, it may produce a
sudden, strong suction action. Check the airow setting before activating the smoke evacuator to
prevent patient injury and to prevent suction of surgical materials and surgical specimens.
• To maximize patient safety, the tubing or wand should not come into direct contact with
tissue. Otherwise, patient injury may result.
• e BUFFALO FILTER ViroSafe® lters and single-use accessories are completely disposable.
Please dispose of according to your local codes or regulations and hospital policy. ese lters
may be disposed of or incinerated, whichever is appropriate for your institution.
• Care should be taken to route the power cord, foot pedal, smoke evacuation tubing, and
EZ Link cable as to not cause a tripping hazard or crimping of cords.
• Do not operate this device in the presence of ammable or explosive gases.
• is equipment is intended for use by healthcare professionals only. is equipment may cause
radio interference or may disrupt the operation of nearby equipment. It may be necessary to
take mitigation measures, such as re-orienting or relocating the Turbo Auto-Sense™ or shielding
the location.
• e use of ACCESSORIES other than those specied by BUFFALO FILTER, or sold by BUFFALO
FILTER as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased emissions or decreased
immunity of the Turbo Auto-Sense™.
• is equipment should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment and that if
adjacent or stacked use in necessary, the Turbo Auto-Sense™ should be observed to verify normal
operation in the conguration in which it will be used.

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• Refer routine servicing to qualied biomedical technical personnel.
• Changes or modications not expressly approved by Bualo Filter could void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
• To avoid risk of Electric Shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with
protective earth.
e warranty on this product is void if any of these warnings are disregarded.
1.4.2 CAUTIONS:
• Federal law (United States of America) restricts this device to be used by, or on the order of a physician.
• Do not block either the tubing or the lter. If either becomes occluded or signicantly restricted, the
motor/blower may overheat and cause the unit to fail.
• Using any other lter or accessory not supplied by BUFFALO FILTER may cause damage and/
or cause the system to be inoperable and may void the warranty.
• Care must be exercised in the installation of hoses, adapters and suction canisters. Failure to
follow the procedures outlined in this manual may result in overheating of the motor and may
void the unit warranty.
• When using and accessory that will be connected to a surgical cannula, ensure that a mechanical
means of closing the ow to the evacuator is available, such as a stopcock to prevent unwanted loss of
pneumo gasses during the procedure or in case of system failure.
• is device is not intended for evacuation of uid. If uid is expected to be aspirated to the ViroSafe®
Filter, uid collection devices must be installed with the vacuum hose assembly. Failure to install a
uid collection device could cause lter blockage and electrical damage.
• e ViroSafe® Filter should be changed according to the life of the lter. e ViroSafe® Filter, used with
the Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation System(s), should not be used for more the time specied
for each lter. Failure to change the lter may result in decreased eciency and contamination of the
electric motor, vacuum pump, and sound absorbing media within the unit.
• Do not block either the tubing or the lter during operation. An occlusion or signicant restriction
may cause the motor to overheat and the unit to stop working.

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• e installation of this equipment must be performed such that the intake and exhaust vents
located on the bottom of the system are not obstructed. Failure to properly install the unit may
cause reduced performance, damage and/or cause the system to be inoperable and may void the
warranty.
• e ambient temperature during operation must be kept between 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)
• e relative humidity during operation must be kept between 10% to 75%.
• An atmospheric pressure range of 700 hPA to 1,060 hPa.
• Storage environmental ambient temperature 14°F to140°F (-10°C to 60°C).
• Storage environmental relative humidity 10% to 75%.
ere are no user serviceable components in the Turbo Auto-Sense™ Smoke Evacuation System(s).
Refer service to qualied service personnel.
Use only with the power cord provided and always plug into a grounded outlet.

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Symbol Description / Meaning
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE
CAUTION -
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
TYPE CF APPLIED PART
IPX1 PROTECTION AGAINST INGRESS OF WATER AS DETAILED IN IEC 60529
ALTERNATING CURRENT
PROTECTIVE EARTH, (GROUND)
EQUIPOTENTIALITY
DENOTES THE DATE THE EQUIPMENT WAS MANUFACTURED
DENOTES THE MANUFACTURER OF THE DEVICE
NON-IONIZING RADIATION
CONSULT INSTRUCTIONS