SSCOR S-SCORT III 74000 Instructions for use

Model 74000
Clearing The Airway Is Our #1 Priority
Operating Instructions
& Maintenance Manual
Tel 1+818-504-4054
Tel 1+800-434-5211
, INC.
11064 Randall Street
Sun Valley, CA 91352 USA
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1. SSCOR sucon units are not designed or intended for use in extended procedures that require prolonged
high vacuum/low airflow applicaons, as is the case in wound drainage or endoscopic use or in any other
procedure that produces high vacuum levels within an occluded system for an extended period of me.
Turn the sucon unit offwhen it is not in use.
2. Federal law restricts this device to sale, distribuon, and use by, or on the order of a physician, emergency
medical technician, or other medical praconer. For use by medical personnel trained in suconing
techniques and in the use of medical sucon equipment.
3. This manual is restricted to the discussion of the use and maintenance of this device. It does not aempt
to discuss professional techniques in suconing procedures.
4. Operator should be thoroughly familiar with these operang instrucons before this device is used.
5. Do not use in the presence of flammable agents or anesthecs.
6. The S‐SCORT III produces a powerful vacuum. Do not use the S‐SCORT III to sucon neonates.
7. Before tesng for vacuum over ‐300mmHg look for an expiraon date on the canister (where applicable)
and change the canister if the canister has passed the expiraon date to minimize the possibility of
implosion, which can occur when a canister is aged or damaged.
8. The sucon pump must be reconnected to the charging source aer each use and remain on charge unl
needed. Disconnect only for portable use. Check the condion of the baery frequently , see the baery
test on page 6. SSCOR’s AC‐DC charger only charges the baery, it will not power the sucon device. The
sucon device will run on vehicle power when the unit is connected directly to the vehicle baery via the
DC power cord.
NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
THIS UNIT OPERATES ON 12‐14V DC ONLY
S‐SCORT III Model 74000
Baery Operated Portable Sucon Pump
United States Patent No. 5134994
©2015 HI‐D and Big Sck are registered trademarks of SSCOR, Inc.
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Caution-Notice Revision K (02/17)
Rev. K (02/17)

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Table of Contents
General Description
Cauon‐Noce Page2
General Descripon Page3
ImportantFeatures Pages4‐5
Operang Instrucons Pages6‐7
Troubleshoong Page8
Warranty Page9
Maintenance Pages9‐10
General Specificaons Page11
Replacing the BaeryPack Page12
The S‐SCORT® III is a portable, 12V DC baery operated sucon pump to be used by professional personnel
trained in Emergency Care techniques for opening the airway by removing bodily fluids and parculate
maer.
The Model 74000 is powered by sealed lead acid baeries, capable of driving the unit for 30 ‐45 minutes.
The baeries are recharged by direct connecon to the vehicle, or by a AC/DC Dual Model Baery Charger
(included with the unit). A sealed lead acid baery is a very stable and reliable baery. Many factors can
affect the life of a baery:
• Leaving a unit switched on aer there is no longer enough power to run the pump can cause a baery to
deep discharge. This can reduce the life of, or destroy the baery.
Failing to charge a baery for an extended period of me will also cause the baery to go into deep
discharge.
• Low temperatures may reduce the available capacity.
High temperatures may cause deformaon of the baery case and damage the baery.
Sealed lead acid baeries can easily be maintained to permit proper operaon of the equipment. To protect
the baery, aer each procedure turn the unit off, put the unit on charge and always store the pump at room
temperature. The only way to assure the baery has funconal capacity, even if it is indicated the baery is
fully charged, is to perform the baery check suggested on page 6 of this operaons manual. Replacement
baery may be purchased at shop.sscor.com.
The S‐SCORT III is designed to provide instant, effecve suconing, independent of external sources of power
and can be pre‐set to be acvated immediately upon reaching the distressed paent, with no set up me
required during the first few crical minutes of the code. Sucon power is controllable for those instances
when full power would be considered harmful to the paent. All controls are clearly labeled and easily
accessible.
The S‐SCORT III is equipped with a disposable collecon canister which features a bacterial filter to screen
airborne parculates and a mechanical shut‐offvalve to prevent fluid overflow.
Rev. K (02/17)

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Important Features
Rev. K (02/17)

Key # Component Funcon
1 Vacuum Line Connects regulator to canister
2 Vacuum Port Connects canister to vacuum line
3 Paent Port Connects canister to paent tube
4 Paent Connecng Tubing 9/32” ID, SSCOR part #43200
5 Disposable Canister 1200cc/ml, SSCOR part #48041
6 Vented Sucon Tip HI‐D® “Big Sck”® Large Bore
Sucon Tip SSCOR part #44241
7 Charging Indicator Light Signifies electrical connecon from charger to
the unit
8 On/OffSwitch Turns unit on or off
9 Charging Receptacle To connect charger to baery
10 Carrying Handle
11 Regulator Control Adjusts negave pressure
12 Baery Connecon Quick disconnect
13 Pump Provides vacuum source
14 Baery Supplies electrical power to pump
15 Baery Charger Charges baery aer each use
16 12V DC Electrical Plug To connect charger to baery
17 DC Power Cord Connects power cord to vehicle
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Important Features
Rev. K (02/17)

For opmal performance the sucon device is to remain plugged in whenever the device is not in use. If for
any reason poor baery quality is suspected, a baery test should be conducted.
Baery Test
Run the following test whenever poor baery quality is suspected to ensure proper performance of the
device.
1. Confirm the power cord is supplying power to the device. Check the power indicator light on the control
panel.
2. Remove the power cord and run the unit from its internal DC baery.
3. Check for vacuum by occluding the paent tube and set the vacuum regulator to the maximum vacuum
seng. Un‐occlude the paent tubing.
4. Allow the unit to run for 15 minutes on DC power. If the unit stops or slows during the 15 minutes, it is
possible the baery capacity has been depleted. It is me to replace the baery.
5. If the unit is sll running at full power aer 15 minutes, adjust the regulator to the desired seng, turn
the device offand put it back on charge.
6. Reconnect the unit to the charging source as soon as possible aer each use
SSCOR recommends replacing the baery aer 3 years. Replacement baeries may be purchased at
shop.sscor.com.
BATTERY CHARGING SUGGESTIONS
It is important to keep the baery connected to the charging source at all mes when the unit is not in use.
In order for the S‐SCORT® III baery to operate at its maximum efficiency, it must be charged from a power
source that will bring the voltage level of the baery up to the 13V DC operang range. This S‐SCORT III
model is equipped to charge the baery two ways, with a AC/DC baery charger (15) or a DC power cord for
direct connecon to the vehicle (17).
An acve vehicle, running calls around the clock, will do well to charge the S‐SCORT III from the vehicle’s DC
charging system. The preferred method of charging the S‐SCORT III is to wire the DC power cord to the
vehicle DC power system on a properly fused line in front of the master switch. This charging method is
designed to keep the baery charging at all mes. If the sucon unit is operated while it is hooked up to the
vehicle it will ulize the vehicle power and save its own baery for emergency use. All SSCOR, Inc. sucon
units have a diode to prevent drawdown from the pump to the vehicle electrical system and a fuse to protect
the pump from vehicle electrical surges. If your sucon unit is wired to the vehicle baery via an automac
load switch power supply, be sure to use a filter in order to eliminate any voltage spikes.
A vehicle running infrequent calls does not charge itself oen enough to keep baeries in the 13V DC
operang range and should rely on the S‐SCORT III AC/DC baery charger when the vehicle is connected to
the shore line. In this instance the DC power cord should be used as a backup source of power to run the
S‐SCORT III from the vehicle during paent transport. To ulize the 115V AC baery charger, the sucon
pump must be removed from the vehicle and charged from an AC outlet or the charger must be plugged into
a “shore‐line” outlet in the vehicle. Whichever charging method is chosen, remember to keep the unit con‐
nected to the charging source whenever the unit is not in use.
For replacement parts and accessories, please visit shop.sscor.com
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Operating Instructions
Rev. K (02/17)

NOTICE: Component key numbers are indicated within ( )s. Reference pages 4 and 5.
Electrical operaon: Constant charging is required.
CHARGING THE S‐SCORT III FROM A VEHICLE
Connect the DC power cord to the cigaree lighter receptacle in the vehicle or hard wire the DC power cord
(17) to the hot DC electrical system of the vehicle on a properly fused line in front of the master switch.
Connect the electrical line cord to the S‐SCORT® III by securely aaching the charging plug (16) into the
receptacle (9). The S‐SCORT III baery is charged by the vehicle electrical system and the pump is powered
by the vehicle current and the S‐SCORT III baery running in parallel.
DC CHARGING FROM AC/DC DUAL MODE BATTERY CHARGER
If 115V AC charging is required, connect the S‐SCORT III to a SSCOR AC baery charger (15) SSCOR Part
#80533 (included with unit). AC charging should bring the baery to a dependable working charge in 4 to 6
hours. The green LED on the charger will light when the baery is fully charged.
The charging indicator light (7) on the front panel indicates the S‐SCORT III is receiving electrical input from
the AC charger or vehicle. It does not reflect the condion of the baery. Check the charging Indicator light
to be sure you have a good electrical connecon.
Operaon of Unit
Negave pressure on the Model 74000 is controlled by a two posion regulator (11). When fully depressed
(pushed toward the pump), the negave pressure exceeds ‐525mmHg. To reduce negave pressure, pull the
regulator straight out to the stop. In this posion, the negave pressure will be ‐120mmHg (±15%).
Aach the paent connecng tube (4) to the paent port (3) on the canister (5). Use 9/32" I.D. tubing. Turn
the On/Offswitch (8) to the On posion and occlude the end of the paent connecng tube. Keep it
occluded for 10 seconds. Release the occlusion and observe evidence of negave pressure. If the pump is
running and no negave pressure is observed, check to be sure the lid on the disposable canister is ght and
vacuum connecons are secure. Dispose of the canister aer use according to local / regional / naonal re‐
quirements for the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
Reconnect the S‐SCORT III to the vehicle or to the baery charger (15) as soon as possible following the code
by securely aaching charging plug (16) into the receptacle on the unit (9).
CAUTION ‐Always turn the pump switch “Off” as soon as possible aer the procedure.
Rechargeable baeries will short out if they connue to discharge aer they have reached the point where
they do not have sufficient power to drive the pump. Be sure the switch is in the “Off” posion unl needed.
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Operating Instructions
Rev. K (02/17)

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Unit does not funcon
when switch is in the
“ON” posion
 Molex connecons disconnected
 Baery discharged
 Baery damaged
 Charger damaged
 Reconnect Molex connecons
 Recharge baery
 Replace baery
 Check output of charger
Unite does not sucon
when pump is running
 Vacuum line loose
 Canister damaged
 Canister lid is not ght
 Thumb vent on sucon p is not
occluded
 Check connecons
 Replace canister
 Re‐secure canister lid
 Occlude thumb vent with thumb
Pump is sluggish  Residual materials have collected
in the pump head
 Baery is unable to retain a
charge
 Loose connecons
 Replace pump
 Replace baery
 Check connecons
System shuts down while
suconing heavy
parculate maer
 Vacuum line clogged at canister
lid
 Float valve has closed
 Remove connector or canister lid and
loosen obstrucon
 Loosen float valve, empty contents,
or replace canister
Regulator stem is difficult
to pull
 Stem requires lubricaon  Lubricate stem with pneumacs
lubricant
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Troubleshooting
Rev. K (02/17)

SSCOR warrants that each new product is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and service for a period of one year from date of purchase. If returned to SSCOR, we will arrange for repairs
or replacement within the terms of the warranty. The product should be decontaminated and returned
properly packaged and postage prepaid. Loss or damage in transit to the factory shall be at the purchaser’s
risk. Please call 800‐434‐5211 or internaonal +1 818‐504‐4054 for return authorizaon or for the locaon of
an authorized repair center. Loss or damage in return shipment from SSCOR shall be at the purchaser’s risk.
The warranty shall not apply to any SSCOR product which has been repaired by anyone other than an
authorized SSCOR representave, or altered in any way so as, in SSCOR’s judgment, to affect its safety or
efficacy, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident, nor which has had the serial number
altered, effaced or removed. Neither shall this warranty apply to any SSCOR product which has been
connected otherwise than in accordance with the instrucons furnished by SSCOR.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranes expressed or implied and of all other obligaons or liabilies on
SSCOR’s part, and SSCOR neither assumes, nor authorizes any representave or other persons to assume for
it, any other liability in connecon with the sale of SSCOR products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from jurisdicon to
jurisdicon. For countries where minimum warranty terms are determined by statute, the warranty term is
the longer of the statutory period or the term listed above.
Baeries, disposable items including collecon canisters, paent tubing and catheters are excluded from this
warranty.
Prevenve Care: Observe the following maintenance roune to ensure readiness at any me:
1. When the SSCOR aspirator is not in use, keep baeries on connuous charge.
2. Test the SSCOR aspirator at regular intervals; See page 6.
3. Make sure the SSCOR aspirator is always clean and ready for use.
4. If the procedure produced an excessive quanty of fluids, check the vacuum line (1) for evidence of
moisture. If the vacuum line between the pump and canister is moist, it is possible that fluids have
reached the vacuum pump. See Disinfecon Instrucons (page 10).
5. If the vacuum pump appears defecve, return the unit to the factory for repair. Do not aempt to repair
the vacuum pump.
6. For technical assistance, call (800) 434‐5211 or internaonal +1 (818) 504‐4054. For replacement parts
and accessories, please visit shop.sscor.com.
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Warranty
Maintenance
Rev. K (02/17)

As soon as possible aer use, the single use disposable canister, paent tubing and catheter should be
discarded according to local / regional / naonal requirements for the disposal of hazardous waste
materials. Clean the exterior of the SSCOR sucon unit using a mild detergent and clear water by
dampening a clean lint free cloth. Rinse using clear water and another damp clean lint free cloth to remove
any detergent residue.
NOTE: The hydrophobic filter in the canister helps to ensure that no moisture or parculate maer reach‐
es the inside of the device. When fluids fill the canister, the posive (mechanical float) shutoffvalve closes
immediately, shung the vacuum port offso as to prevent fluid from contacng the pump. The filter has
been tested by the manufacturer (Bemis) to screen out aerosolized microorganisms and parculate maer
at a bacterial efficiency rang of 99.99% DOP. The canister also has sidewall gradaon marks starng at
100 ml/cc and at every 50 ml/cc up to 1200 ml/cc indicang the fill level of the canister.
In the unlikely event that fluids may have reached the vacuum pump, read the disinfecon secon. Your
engineering department will have to open the unit to check the condion of the pump.
Do not reuse any single use disposable parts; do not submerge the device into any liquid, this will void the
warranty and cause the device to malfuncon.
Part Cleaning and Disinfecng
Collecon Canister Disposable item, re‐use not permied. Use new canister for each paent.
Paent Tubing Disposable item, re‐use not permied. Use new paent tubing for each
paent.
HI‐D® Sck Disposable item, re‐use not permied. Use new HI‐D Sck for each pa‐
ent.
Vacuum Pump Wipe with damp cloth or disinfectant wipe. Sterilizaon not permied.
Vacuum pump should be replaced if contaminated
Chassis Wipe with damp cloth or disinfectant wipe. Sterilizaon not permied.
Cauon: Disconnect the unit from any power source prior to cleaning the unit.
Disinfect the unit using a mild surface disinfectant, such as a 10:1 mixture of water and bleach. The unit is
designed to sucon contaminated fluids, which should be removed from the system immediately aer use.
In the unlikely event that fluids may have reached the vacuum pump, your engineering department will
have to open the unit to check the condion of the pump. When cleaning the interior of the chassis,
disconnect the baery from the wiring harness. The only foreseeable way fluids may reach the vacuum
pump is the filter in the canister has been compromised or bypassed.
For technical assistance, call (800) 434‐5211 or +1 (818) 504‐4054. For replacement parts and accessories,
please visit shop.sscor.com.
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Maintenance
Disinfection
Use personal protecve equipment such as gloves, a smock, and face and eye protecon when handling
units that are suspected to be contaminated.
Rev. K (02/17)

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS
Size 11"L x 8"H x 5.25"W
Weight 7 pounds
Vacuum Pump 12V DC., 3.0 A
Clinical Airflow ≥30LPM
Exceeds 525mmHg
Regulator Controls negave pressure
Power Source:
Baery (DC Power)
DC Charging from Vehicle
Rechargeable Sealed Lead Acid. SSCOR part # 80638. Please read
pages 6 and 7 for baery care suggesons. At full capacity a fully
charged baery will power the sucon device for 30‐45 minutes.
Vehicle electrical system powers the pump and charges the baery
unl disconnected and then the unit switches automacally to its self
contained baery.
AC Charger U.L. Listed AC/DC Dual Mode Baery Charger
Switch On/OffRocker
Collecon Canister 1200cc/ml SSCOR part #48041
Paent tubing Vinyl tubing 9/32”ID x 72”L SSCOR part #43200
Sucon Tip HI‐D® “Big Sck®” Large Bore Sucon Tip with thumb control.
SSCOR part #44241C
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General Specifications
Rev. K (02/17)

Refer to parts diagram pages 4 and 5.
Instrucons to replace the baery
• Unzip the top flap and pull it back exposing the foam chassis.
• Remove the top poron of the foam chassis exposing the components.
• Lithe baery out of the chassis and disconnect the baery’s Molex fing from the wiring harness.
 Dispose of the old baery according to local / regional / naonal requirements for the disposal of sealed
lead acid baeries.
Instrucons for disassembly to wash the fabric case
• Remove the four screws around the outside switch plate and remove the plate.
• Unzip the top flap and pull it back exposing the foam chassis.
• Remove the top poron of the foam chassis exposing the components.
• Remove the screw stop that aaches to the white regulator stem and remove the regulator stem.
• Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the “E” clip from the outside of the regulator.
• Pull the vacuum tubing back to the pump head, under the flap.
• All of the components should liout of the chassis and remove the foam chassis from the fabric case.
To reassemble the device
• Put the foam chassis back into the fabric case.
• Reaach the switch plate with the four screws.
• Put the pump and baery back into the foam chassis.
• Replace the white regulator stem into the regulator. Rotate the stem and place the set screw through the
regulator slot & into the set screw hole on the white regulator stem. Do not screw all of the way down
(approx. 1/16" from regulator stem). Check the regulator stem moves freely.
• Pull the stem all of the way out & place the “E” clip onto the end of the brass regulator (on the outside of
the case) using channel locks to snap the “E” clip into place.
• Reaach the vacuum tubing to the vacuum port of the canister. Close the zipper on the top of the case.
Turn the unit on and verify there is a vacuum
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Rev. K (02/17)
Replacing the Battery (Available for purchase on shop.sscor.com)