laerdal Bemis 78 00 20 Manual

Laerdal Suction Unit
Directions for Use
Cat. No. 78 00 20 - Bemis
www.laerdal.com
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Read these Directions for Use carefully, and become thoroughly familiar with
the operation and maintenance of the LSU before using it.
The LSU should only be used by persons trained in the use of medical
suction equipment.
The LSU is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
There can be a danger of explosion or fire.
Do not use the LSU under environmental conditions that are outside the
ranges specified under section 9.6. This can endanger safety and adversely
affect operation of the device.
Battery:
- The LSU must be charged between each clinical use
- To maintain satisfactory operation of the battery, it is recommended to place
the LSU on continuous charge when not in use.
- The LSU must be placed on charge for a minimum of 24 hours to reach full battery
capacity. The fast charging gives approx. 80% battery capacity after 3 hours (for a
new battery). Please note that repetitive 3 hour charging is not recommended.
- If it is not possible to place the LSU on continuous charge when not in use, make
sure the battery is charged for a minimum of 24 hours at least once
a month.
- Do not store the battery when it is discharged. Always fully charge the
battery before storage.
Do not block the Exhaust Outlet during use. This will lead to reduced flow and
can also cause damage to the LSU.
If overflow of liquid from the Canister into the pump is suspected, the LSU
must be returned for service (see section 6). Overflow of suctioned material
can damage the device.
Disconnect the LSU from external power prior to cleaning. Use a minimum of
liquid to prevent any electrical shock hazard.
Do not immerse the LSU or allow it to stand in water or other liquids. This might
damage the device, and cause electrical hazard.
Do not pump any cleaning solution or other liquids through the vacuum pump,
i.e. through the Vacuum Connector. This can damage the LSU.
Use only accessories supplied by Laerdal or one of its authorized dealers to
help ensure that the LSU operates satisfactorily.
Federal law (USA) restricts the LSU to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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1 Cautions and Warnings
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Contents
1 Cautions and Warnings .............................................................2
2 Introduction .................................................................................... 4
2.1 Unpacking ..................................................................................4
2.2 Indications for Use ..................................................................4
2.3 Contraindications .................................................................... 4
2.4 Features and Benefits ............................................................. 4
2.5 Limited Warranty ....................................................................5
3 Description ...................................................................................... 6
3.1 Quick Reference Guide ......................................................... 6
3.2 User Interface ...........................................................................7
3.3 Canister ................................................................................... 12
3.4 Power Sources / Connector Sockets ...............................13
3.5 Automatic Power-save Function ....................................... 13
4 Operation .......................................................................................14
4.1 Getting Started ...................................................................... 14
4.2 Replace the Canister ............................................................15
4.3 After Use .................................................................................16
5 Maintenance ..................................................................................16
5.1 General .................................................................................... 16
5.2 Battery ..................................................................................... 16
5.3 Clean the Cabinet .................................................................16
5.4 Charge the Battery ............................................................... 17
5.5 Check the Battery Quality ..................................................17
5.6 Replace the Battery .............................................................. 18
6 Servicing ......................................................................................... 18
7 Trouble Shooting ....................................................................... 19
8 Parts List ........................................................................................ 20
9 Specifications ................................................................................21
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2.1 Unpacking
- Remove the LSU from its packaging and inspect all parts for
damage. If there are any signs of damage or if any parts are missing,
immediately notify Laerdal or one of its authorized dealers.
- Insert the battery according to section 5.6.
- Place the LSU on charge for a minimum of 24 hours to make sure you have
a fully charged battery (see section 5.4).
- Perform the Device Test according to section 3.2.3.
2.2 Indications for Use
The LSU is a portable, electrically powered, medical suction equipment
intended for field and transport use. It is intended for intermittent
operation to remove secretions, blood or vomit from a patient´s airway
to allow ventilation. Higher vacuum levels are generally selected for
oropharyngeal suctioning, and lower vacuum levels are usually selected
for tracheal suctioning and the suctioning of children and infants.
2.3 Contraindications
None known.
2.4 Features and Benefits
- Splashproof, rugged and solid.
- Easy access to the tubing.
- Equipped with an internal battery that can easily be replaced
without using tools.
- Charging of battery can be done directly from AC or DC mains - no
external charger is needed.
- Fast charge option of 3 hours, giving approx. 80% battery capacity.
- Operation possible from internal battery and directly from AC or DC mains
- no adapter is needed.
- A large combined ON/OFF switch and vacuum selector makes
operation easy even with heavy-duty gloves.
- A green LED bargraph makes it easy to observe the actual vacuum level
during operation.
- Another green LED bargraph indicates approx. remaining battery capacity.
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2.5 Limited Warranty
The LSU comes with five (5) year limited warranty*. See the enclosed
“Laerdal Global Warranty” for terms and conditions.
The warranty is also available at www.laerdal.com
* Excluding the canister, tubing systems and battery.
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3.1 Quick Reference Guide
LSU w/Disposable Canister
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3 Description
Vacuum
Connector
Patient Suction
Tubing
Canister Holder
Battery
Door
Canister Holder
Release Arm
CanisterCanister Lid w/Bacterial
Filter & Shut-Off Valve
Strap for Patient
Suction Tubing
Vacuum Connector
Tubing
VACUUM Inlet
Patient
Inlet
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User Interface
3.2 User Interface
3.2.1 Operating Knob
The Operating Knob is a combined ON/OFF switch and vacuum
selector, located at the bottom of the User Interface.
The LSU is switched ON by turning the Operating
Knob to the required setting. Each setting
indicates the maximum achievable vacuum level
for the selected position (80, 120, 200, 350,
500+ mmHg). The free air flow value changes
along with the increasing vacuum settings
(see section 9.4 for details). The LSU is switched
OFF by resetting the Operating Knob to “0”.
Even if the Operating Knob is in “0” position, voltage is present on some
of the internal circuitry, when the LSU is connected to mains. To fully
remove power, pull out the Power Cord.
TEST-Button
Power ON Indicator Vacuum Indicator
Battery Status
Indicator
Operating Knob
External Power
Indicator
Failure Mode
Indicator
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3.2.2 Indicators
3.2.2.1 Power ON Indicator
This green LED has 3 modes:
- It is lit continuously while the LSU is switched ON.
- It flashes rapidly (approx. twice per second) during the Device Test.
- It flashes slowly (approx. once per second) while the Automatic
Power-save Function is activated, if the Device Test is interrupted
and when the battery is discharged.
3.2.2.2 External Power Indicator
This green LED is continuously lit while external AC- or DC-power is
connected.
3.2.2.3 Failure Mode Indicator
The red LED is lit when a possible malfunction of the LSU has been
detected. If lit turn the LSU OFF, and then ON again to check if the
indication disappears*. Provided that the indication does not occur
again the LSU can be operated. If the Indicator continues to be lit after
three OFF/ON cycles and after replacing the battery with a fully charged
battery, discontinue use and return the LSU to service. (See section 6).
*Failure Mode Indication caused by external electrical interference may occur on any digital
equipment including the LSU. Such fault will usually not be repeated.
3.2.2.4 Vacuum Indicator
This green LED bargraph displays the actual
vacuum level during operation of the LSU. Each fully lit
segment represents 50 mmHg. If a segment has a weak
light, this represents 25 mmHg (e.g 125 mmHg means
2 fully lit and 1 weakly lit segments).
3.2.2.5 Battery Status Indicator
During operation from internal battery and during charging
the displayed values must only be used as indications.
Several parameters can influence battery capacity e.g. device settings,
state of battery, temperature etc.
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mmHg 80 120 200 350 500
kPa 11 16 27 47 67
mBar 107 160 267 467 667
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This green LED bargraph has 3 functions:
During operation from internal battery - indicates approx. remaining battery capacity.
Note: Immediately after turning the LSU ON and immediately after switching from external
power to internal battery operation, all 4 LED’s will flash for 5 seconds before the remaining
battery capacity is displayed. Due to the nature of voltage based battery capacity measurement,
the battery status indication may differ from unit to unit. Each battery may vary in voltage versus
remaining capacity, thus allowing for variability in the reading. Other outside variables such as
temperature may also affect accuracy. The indication is targeted to show battery capacity as
indicated below. The graph shows how the accuracy of the indication can vary.
TYPICAL REMAINING BATTERY CAPACITY
(for a new battery stored in room temperature ) OUTPUT
> 50 % 4 LEDs lit.
30 - 50% 3 LEDs lit.
20 - 30% 2 LEDs lit.
< 20% 1 LED lit.
Battery Low; (min. 1 minute of operation left based on
500+ mmHg/free flow). 1 LED flashes.
Note: If the LSU or the NiMH battery has been stored at low temperatures
(< 12 °C / < 54 °F), the LSU may indicate lower remaining battery capacity than actual when
first switched on. This is due to the nature of NiMH batteries. The battery indicator may flash on
one LED, which normally indicates Battery Low. The LED may continue to flash until the LSU
temperature is above 12 °C / 54 °F and the LSU is switched off and on again. The low
battery indication in this instance is not a correct indication of the residual battery capacity.
During charging - indicates approx. achieved battery capacity.
CAPACITY OUTPUT*
< 75% The LED’s will be lit sequentially.
75-80% 3 LED’s lit and 4th flashing.
> 80% 4 LED’s lit.
*Note: If no battery is installed, the battery status indicator will be fully lit for approx. 5 sec.
until it is turned off.
During the Device Test - indicates which step of the test is currently in
progress or which corresponding test result is being displayed:
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LED 1 (lower LED) lit = STEP 1, LED 2 lit = STEP 2 etc.
3.2.3 TEST-Button
This button allows you to run a 4-step user initiated Device Test
program to identify whether the LSU operates satisfactorily, is assembled
correctly or if it needs service:
- STEP 1 - Checking for occlusions in the Suction System (including
canister and tubing).
- STEP 2 - Checking the vacuum build-up efficacy of the Pump System.
- STEP 3 - Checking the max. achievable vacuum level of the LSU. (reaches
this level within 10 seconds).
- STEP 4 - Checking for air leakage in the Pump System (including canister
and tubing).
To indicate that the LSU is in test mode, the Power ON Indicator
will flash rapidly (approx. twice per second) until you exit the test
program.
BEFORE YOU START THE DEVICE TEST
- Before you press the TEST-Button, make sure the Patient Suction Tubing
is not occluded or bent.
DEVICE TEST DESCRIPTION
- Press and hold the TEST-Button while setting the Operating Knob to
500+ mmHg.
Note: Do not release the TEST-Button until min. 2 seconds after the
Operating Knob has been set to 500+ mmHg. The test will start immediately.
- As soon as LED 2 of the Battery Status
Indicator comes on (takes approx. one
second) fully occlude the Patient
Suction Tubing.*
- Keep the tubing occluded until LED 1
comes on. To read the test results
see next page.
Note: If you need to interrupt the test and revert to normal operation, turn the
Operating Knob to another position and then select the required setting.
* If the tubing is not occluded within 2 minutes, the test will be interrupted and
the Power ON Indicator will start to flash slowly (approx. once per second).
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LED 4
LED 3
LED 2
LED 1
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