Drive VacuMax 18610 Manual

VacuMaxTM Suction Unit
Instruction Guide
Medical Suction Device
Models No. :
18610 VacuMaxTM Plus Suction Machine
18615 VacuMaxTM Go Portable Suction Machine
This unit complies with EU EMC standard EN60601-1-2
Caution: Use this Aspirator Only for its intended use as described in this
manual. Improper use or failure to do so could result in personal injury or
property damage. This device is to only be used by or on the prescription
of a physician.
REV4.04.29.15

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Models No.: 18610 & 18615
Table of Contents
1. Introduction -----------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 2
2. Product Structure ---------------------------------------------------------------------Page 3
3. Important Safeguards ---------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
4. Device Specifications ---------------------------------------------------------------Page 5
5. Operation Instruction ---------------------------------------------------------------Page 6
6. Cleaning and Sterilization ---------------------------------------------------------Page 7
7. Replaceable Parts and Accessories -------------------------------------------Page 8
8. Warranty ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 9
1) Introduction of Intended Use
A. This Medical Suction Device is intended for removal of fluids from the
airway or respiratory system. This appliance may also be employed in the
removal of infections materials from patient wounds.
B. Utilizing a motor to drive an air pump to generate negative pressure
(vacuum), this device will aspirate mucous secretions from the patient’s
body, in the management and treatment of respiratory disease. Aspirated
secretions are collected in a suction canister for proper disposal.

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Product Structure
A. Visual appearance
18610/18615
B. Assembly
18610 18615
AC Power Connection AC Power connection with
Rechargeable Battery

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2) Included Accessories
1. 800cc Suction Canister
2. 6’ Suction Tubing
3. 10” Suction Tubing
4. Hydrophobic Filter
5. Elbow Connector
3) Important Safeguards
Note: Read all instructions carefully before use.
The following basic precautions are needed when using the product.
Caution: Failure to read and observe all precautions could result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
Warning: Modification of this equipment voids the warranty.
Product Cautions:
1. To avoid electrical shock, keep the unit away from water; do not immerse the
power cord or the unit in any liquid. Do not use while bathing. Do not reach
for a unit that has fallen into water – immediately unplug the unit.
2. Never operate the unit if it has any damaged parts (including power cord),
and/or if it has been dropped or submersed in water.
3. The unit should not be used where flammable gas, oxygen or aerosol spray
products are being used.
4. Disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet before cleaning, filling and after
each use.
Operating Cautions:
1. Connect this product to an appropriate voltage outlet for your model.
2. Do not run this product unattended.
3. If any abnormality occurs, discontinue use immediately until the unit has
been examined and repaired.
4. Always unplug the product immediately after use.
Storage Cautions:
1. Do not store the unit under direct sunlight, extreme temperature or humidity.
2. Keep the unit out of reach of children.
3. Always keep the unit unplugged while not in use.
6. Product Manual
7. AC Power Cord (18610 and 18615)
8. DC Power Cord (18615 Only)
9. Carry Bag (18615 Only)

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4) Device Specifications:
No. Item 18610 18615
1 Rated Power input DC 12V DC 12V
2 Power 48VA Max 48VA Max
3 Max Negative Pressure 10PSI (530mmHg) 10PSI (530mmHg)
4 Negative Pressure
Adjust Range
2.9 – 10PSI
(150-530mmHg)
2.9 – 10PSI
(150-530mmHg)
5 Max Suction Speed 25 LPM 25 LPM
6 Collection bottle
Capacity 800cc
7 Dimensions 12.4in x 9.8in x 8.1in
(315mm x 248mm x 207mm)
8 Weight 4.4lbs (2.0 kgs) 5.0lbs (2.3kgs)
9 Life of Use 2 years
10 Operating Environment 50oF to 104oF (10oC to 40oC), 30% to 75% RH
11 Storage Environment -4oF to 140oF (-20oC to 60oC), 10% to 95% RH
12 Noise 60dBA at 1 meter
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Cleaning Cautions:
1. Clean after each use as instructed in this guidebook.
2. Do not immerse the unit in water. It may damage the unit.
3. Disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet before cleaning

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5) Operation Instruction
A. Canister, Tubing and Filter Assembly:
1. Open the accessories case and take out the silicone tube, the elbow and the
filter cover. Connect one end of the silicone tube to the front air input port
and the other end to the filter cover.
2. Connect the filter cover to the collection bottle with the elbow.
3. Inspect suction tubing and collection bottle for leaks, cracks, etc. before
each use.
B. Turn on the device:
1. Plug in the power cord.
2. Turn on the power switch.
3. Connect the suction tube to the device, open the suction valve, make sure the
suction air way is unobstructed.
4. Adjust the negative pressure through the adjusting knob; choose the
appropriate negative pressure for the recommended treatment (please refer to
your physician) for the patient.
Note: For DC Model 18615, if the device is connected with the adaptor, the
device will not use the energy in the battery set.

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18610 Operating Lights
• The Low Battery and Charging lights have been deactivated and will not illuminate
during operation
Note: The 18610 and 18615 has been built with the same housing in order to facilitate
simple battery installation during conversion from the 18610 to the 18615 model.
18615 Operating Lights
• Low Battery Light
• OFF while charging
• RED when operating on DC power and battery is not fully charged
• Will turn o when the unit is plugged in
• GREEN when fully charged
• Charging Light
• OFF when in use and operating on AC power
• RED while charging
• GREEN when fully charged and plugged in
• Will turn o when the unit is unplugged
C. Turn o the device:
1. After the treatment is over, turn o the power switch, the device will stop
working.
For DC Model 18615, when the Power Switch is turned o and the device is
plugged in, the device starts battery charging. The time of the battery charge
is less than eight hours.
2. The working cycle of the device is 30 minutes on & 30 minutes o.

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6) Cleaning and Sterilization
Disconnect from the power source prior to cleaning.
1. It is recommended that the tubes and collection bottle be thoroughly cleaned
with hot water after each use and be cleaned with a mild detergent after the
last treatment of the day. If your physician or respiratory therapist specifies a
dierent cleaning procedure, follow their instructions.
2. The filter can’t be cleaned.
3. If the filter gets wet, or becomes contaminated or clogged, it must be
replaced.
Rinsing and Disinfection
Please follow the following steps to disinfect your Suction Device unless other-
wise specified by your physician. It is suggested that the unit is disinfected after
each treatment.
Rinsing:
(Recommended after each treatment)
1. Disconnect the tubes, collection bottle, the filter cover and the elbow. Rinse
the tubes, collection bottle with water.
2. Dry them with clean soft towel or let it air dry.
3. Reassemble the product when completely dry and put these parts in a dry
sealed container.
Disinfection:
(Recommended after each treatment)
1. Use one part white vinegar with three parts distilled water. Make sure mixed
solution is enough to submerge the tubes and collection bottle.
2. Complete Rinsing Steps 1-3.
3. Wash the tubes and collection bottle in warm water and a mild detergent.
Then wash them in a hot tap water.
4. Submerge these parts in the vinegar and water solution for thirty minutes.
5. Complete Rinsing Steps 2-3.
Commercial Bacterial Germicides specially intended for cleaning medical
devices within the institutional environment may be used in compliance to the
manufacturer’s instructions in cleaning this equipment.

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7) Replaceable Parts and Accessories
Always use OEM parts
Never use any AC-DC Adaptor other than approved Drive Medical adaptors.
Use compliant FDA or CE approved suction tubing with the diameter of 6.0mm x
9.0mm with the Drive Medical VacuMaxTM 18610/18615 suction machine.
Accessories
Part Number Description UOM
18615-ACORD AC Power Cord for the 18610 and 18615 1/ea
18615-DCORD DC Power Cord for the 18615 1/ea
18615-BATTERY Replacement Rechargeable Battery for
the VacuMax™ Go 18615
1/ea
18615-BAG Carry Bag for VacuMax™ 1/ea
18600-FILTER Hydrophobic Filter 3/bx
22330 800cc Disposable Suction Canister Kit 1/ea
22330-12 800cc Disposable Suction Canister Kit 12/cs
18600-KITN Universal Suction Tubing and Filter Kit 1/bx
610-12B 800cc Disposable Suction Canister 12/cs
610-48BP 800cc Disposable Suction Canister 48/cs
Consult accompanying documents
Type BF equipment
Disposal for Separate Collection
Device in protection class 2
Prescription Only

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8) LIMITED WARRANTY
The VacuMaxTM Suction Machine has been carefully manufactured and
inspected and is warranted to be free from defectives in workmanship and
materials. Under this warranty, Drive Medical’s obligation shall be limited to
the replacement or repair of any such units which prove, by Drive Medical’s
inspection, to be defective within two years from the original purchase date.
Rechargeable batteries are warranted for 6 months from the original purchase
date. This warranty is not transferrable or assignable to any subsequent
purchaser or owner. Any abuse, operation other than the intended use of this
product as outlined in the manual, negligence, accident, or repairs by someone
other than a Drive Medical Authorized Service Professional, shall immediately
void this warranty.
Drive Medical will not accept damages or charges for labor, parts, or expenses
incurred in making field repairs.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other expressed warranties.
Implied warranties, if any, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall not extend beyond the
duration of the express warranty provided herein. In no event shall Drive Medical
or its subsidiaries by liable for loss of use or profit or other collateral, special or
consequential damages.
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