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•The overflowprotection/bacteria filter protectsthe pump againstoverflow.Caution:
Suctioning is interrupted when the filter is wet/moist or clogged. Test the filter before
each use and during use periodically.(Filter testchapter X)
•The pump muststand uprightduring use.
•The device mustnotbe used for suctioning explosive, easilyflammable or corrosiveliquids
•The connecting tubing supplied withthe device mustnever come intodirectcontactwith
the suction area. Asterile suction catheter mustalwaysbeused (risk of infection).
•Inthe case of overflow,inform the internal technical service immediatelyand perform the
tasks in the service manual.
•Keep the power cord awayfrom hotsurfaces.
•The plugand the ON/OFF switch mustnotcome intocontactwithmoisture.
•Separation from the mains is onlyassured through the disconnection of the plugand
socketconnection.
•Never pull the plugout of the mains socketbypulling on the connecting cable!
•Never use the device athigh room temperatures, while bathing or showering, if youare
verytired or in an environmentwhere there is arisk of explosion.
•Never leavethe device unattended when itis switched on.
•Never place the device in water or other liquids.
•The Medela Vario is amedical device thatrequires special safety measures in regard to
EMC. Itmustbe installed and put intooperation in accordance withthe attached EMC
information. Portable and mobile RF communications equipmentcan affectmedical
devices.
Indications
Thoracic drainage For thoracic drainage, the Vario 8mustbe used in combination with
componentsofthe Medela ThoraxDrainage System (disposable cani-
ster,trolley). Otherwise Medela cannotguarantee asafe function of the
system.
Wound healing If the Vario is used for wound healing, care mustbe taken toensure
thatthe wound has notdried out and thatthe bandage is firmlyin
place. If an unusuallylarge amountof fluid collectsinthe suction jar
(excessiveloss of blood), the wound drainage mustbe stopped.
Gastric suction OnlywithVario 18c/i: When the device is used for gastric suction, the
patient’s condition and correctfunctioning of the pump (on the basis of
acoustic and visual signs) mustbe checked atleastonce everyfour
hours.
ENT indications For patientsfor whom abreakdownofthe device can lead toacritical
situation (e.g. patientswithacutedyspnoea or severe catarrhal conge-
stion), areplacementdevice mustalwaysbeavailable.
These Instructions for Use must be kept for later reference.
