TransLite Veinlite LED User manual

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Troubleshooting Veinlite LED®
Before returning the Veinlite LED to TransLite for repair, please call or e-mail to obtain a
return merchandise number and shipping information. No refunds for unauthorized shipping.
- LED Failure
The light source contains LEDs designed to have an excess of 100,000 hours of operation.
They should not require replacement during the life of the Veinlite LED. If an LED fails, the
unit is designed to continue operating using the remaining LEDs, with only a slight decrease
in intensity of light output. In case of multiple LED failure, please contact TransLite to
arrange return for repair. Do not attempt to replace any LEDs.
- No Light from any LEDs
Recharge the battery and try turning on the unit again. During charging, make sure the red
light [3] comes on to indicate that the battery is charging and the green light [4] comes on to
signal that the battery is fully charged. If the red light does not stay on, check the battery and
reseat the battery plug in the unit. In the event that the battery is fully charged but the unit
does not turn on, call TransLite for assistance.
- Battery Fails to Charge
If the battery fails to charge and the Veinlite LED is over two years old, please replace the
battery with a new one. You can order a replacement battery from TransLite via our web
site, www.veinlite.com, or by calling TransLite or its authorized dealer.
Warranty
The Veinlite LED has a one year parts and labor warranty. In order for this warranty to be
activated, you must register the Veinlite LED at the time of purchase either by sending in the
warranty registration card or by submitting your registration via www.veinlite.com.
Veinlite LED Specifications
Number of LEDs: 12 orange and 12 red LEDs
Weight including battery: 3 oz
Dimensions: 95 x 55 x 21 mm
Veinlite LED Light Shield Veinlite LED Pediatric Adapter
Rechargeable Battery: 3.7V, 1000 mAh Lithium Ion
Battery Charger: 90-240 volts AC input, 5 volts DC output
Explanation of Symbols
M. Devices Group,
Marlborough House,
Riding Street,
Southport, PR8 1EW, UK.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
*US Patent Number 5,146,923.
VLED DFU 0611
TransLite LLC
8410 Highway 90A, Suite 150 Tel: [phone]
Sugar Land, TX 77478, U.S.A. Fax: [phone]
www.veinlite.com [email protected]
Symbol Explanation
Model Number
Serial Number
Manufacturer
EC Representative (EU Only)
Do not dispose as unsorted
municipal waste.
EC REP
READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
CAUTION:
¾United States Federal Law restricts this device for sale by or on the order of a
qualified health care professional.
¾Veinlite LED is designed for external examination only.
¾To avoid contamination of the device, do not use Veinlite LED without the
disposable plastic cover.
¾To avoid spread of infection, always change the disposable plastic cover between
patients.
TransLite, LLC www.veinlite.com
8410 Highway 90A, Suite 150 [email protected]
Sugar Land, TX 77478, U.S.A. Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
The TransLite Veinlite™ LED is a hand-held battery powered transillumination device for
visualizing veins and superficial blood vessels. It utilizes the patented* transillumination
technique known as side-transillumination, which enables the Veinlite LED to uniformly
illuminate a small region of skin and subcutaneous tissue without any areas of shadow. The
shadow-free side-transillumination technique allows better visualization of veins than any
other transillumination method.
Applications
¾Venous access in adult and pediatric patients, especially those with a history of
difficult venous access
¾Easier visualization of veins in darkly pigmented patients
¾Transillumination light for neonatal applications
Veinlite LED Side-Transillumination Technique
In side-transillumination, light shines into the skin from outside the area of interest. A ring of
bright light is focused below the skin surface and directed towards the ring's center. The
focused light creates a volume of illumination, with the central focus acting as a virtual light
source under the skin. This technique achieves uniform illumination of a small region of
tissue anywhere on the body and does not create the shadows that limit the usefulness of
other transillumination techniques.
Description of Veinlite LED
The Veinlite LED has 24 light emitting diodes (LEDs), mounted in a circular array and
pointed towards the center of the circle. The light from the LEDs shines through a clear
plastic window [1] so that it is focused under the skin. There is an opening in the circle to
allow access. The 24 LEDs are grouped in two sets of 12: one set emits orange light, the
other set emits red light.
The light from each set of LEDs has specific characteristics selected for optimal vein
visualization at varying depths and through skins of different tones. The properties of the
orange light are optimal for viewing superficial veins (including small varicose and spider
veins), whereas the properties of the red light are optimal for viewing deeper veins. The red
light also provides better penetration through darker skin.
Each set of LEDs can be independently selected by pressing one of two separate buttons [2]
located one on each side of the Veinlite LED. The orange LEDs are controlled by the orange
button and the red LEDs by the red button. Both sets of LEDs can be switched on at once by
pressing both buttons at the same time.
Operating Directions
1. Place the Veinlite LED inside the disposable plastic cover. Wipe the area of the
cover coming in contact with the patient with alcohol.
2. Turn off any overhead fluorescent lights as these may interfere with
transillumination. Low power, non-fluorescent side lighting is optimal.
3. Visually locate the region of the skin you wish to examine for veins and then place
the Veinlite LED over it.
4. Apply gentle pressure to the Veinlite LED to ensure it is in contact with the skin.
5. Depress the orange and/or the red button [2] to turn on the LEDs. Use the orange
button if you are examining small superficial or spider veins. Use the red button if
ou are examining deeper or feeder veins, or if the skin is darkly pigmented.
Depress both buttons if a stronger light is needed.To access a vein while viewing
with the Veinlite LED, place the Veinlite LED over the vein. Rotate the opening in
the Veinlite LED so that it faces away from the heart. Apply gentle pressure on the
Veinlite LED to sequester the vein. Pull back slightly on the Veinlite LED to stretch
the skin and provide traction. Insert the needle in the normal way at the entrance
to the opening in the Veinlite LED.
6. Discard the disposable plastic cover after each patient. A Veinlite LED may be
wiped with 70% isopropyl alcohol or other medically accepted disinfectant.
Position of Veinlite LED while looking for vein Position of Veinlite LED while accessing vein
DO NOT LOOK AT THE LEDs WHEN THEY ARE SWITCHED ON!
DO NOT SHINE THE LIGHT FROM THEM DIRECTLY INTO ANYONE'S EYES!
Disposable Plastic Cover
The Veinlite LED should always be used with its disposable plastic cover to protect it from
contamination and to minimize the spread of infection from patient to patient. These plastic
covers are not sterile. Before using Veinlite LED, always wipe with 70% isopropyl alcohol
any part of the cover coming in contact with the patient. The Veinlite LED is shipped with 50
plastic covers. Additional covers can be ordered from TransLite or its authorized dealer.
Low Battery Level Indicator Light
The new Veinlite LED incorporates a low battery level indicator light located in the orange
light push button [2]. The light is activated when either the orange or the red lights are turned
on and the battery level is lower than approximately 20% of the full battery power.
Recharging the Battery
The Veinlite LED is powered by a rechargeable lithium Ion battery similar to a cell phone
battery. This battery is designed to provide between 250 and 350 minutes of continuous
usage, depending on whether one or both sets of LEDs are used at once. The Veinlite LED
battery must be recharged by plugging the low power charger provided with the device in the
charger opening in the Veinlite LED [5]. A red LED light [3] can be seen in the clear window
[1] when charging the battery and a green LED light [4] can be seen when it is fully charged.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER CHARGER!
USING ANOTHER BATTERY CHARGER COULD DESTROY THE VEINLITE LED.
Replacing the Battery
The rechargeable Lithium Ion battery in the Veinlite LED is capable of over 500 charging
cycles before replacement. For a typical user, this translates into approximately two to three
years of use. Replacement of the battery is very simple. Slide the battery cap [6] off and lift
out the battery. Unplug the connector at the top of the battery. Replace the battery with a
new battery and plug in the connector. Slide the battery cover back on.
USE ONLY THE VEINLITE LED BATTERY FROM TRANSLITE.
Cleaning Directions Wipe the device with a damp cloth. Always use the disposable
plastic cover to protect the device and to minimize the spread of infection. Whenever
necessary, the Veinlite LED should be cleaned using 70% isopropyl alcohol or other
medically accepted disinfectant.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE DEVICE IN LIQUID. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE THE DEVICE.