Drive Medical 18600 Guide De L'utilisateur page 8

set up & operation
4. Place the patient tubing to the appropriate position of patient and start to suck sputum.
5. When the sputum reaches the safe full level of collection bottle (800cc), the suctioning will
stop sucking automatically (float shut-off).
6. Switch the power switch to "O" position (off), shut off the suction motor.
7. Remove the sputum from collection bottle after the motor stops turning completely. (Please
refer to the section "CLEAN INSTRUCTIONS" on page 9 for the directions of how to clean the
collection bottle).
8. Turn on the unit and start to run the suction unit again.
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NOTE
1. If the unit sustains a severe drop, validity of the gauge must be checked. Inspect if the float
shut-off is still functioning properly when the liquid in the collection bottle reaches the safe full
level.
2. Always transport unit with vacuum adjust knob rotated fully clockwise in case unit is dropped.
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CAUTION
1. When automatic float shut-off is activated, contents of the collection bottles should be emp-
tied. Further suctioning could cause damage to the vacuum pump.
2. Should fluid be aspirated back into the unit, send your suction to an authorized service center
for a detailed inspection as the vacuum pump may have been damaged.
cleaning
Clean Collection Bottle:
1. Turn off the suction unit and allow vacuum to drop, then disconnect AC power source.
2. With the collection bottle still in the holder, remove the collection bottle lid. The bottle can now
be taken out of the holder to be emptied.
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NOTE
Collection bottle should be emptied after each use.
3. Collection bottle should be thoroughly cleaned after each use by one of the following three
methods:
a. Wash in a hot water/dishwashing detergent solution and rinse with clean, hot tap water.
Then wash in one part vinegar to three parts hot water solution. Rinse with hot tap water
and air dry.
b. Wash with rubbing alcohol and air dry
c. Wash with a commercial (bacterial-germicidal) disinfectant, follow disinfectant manufacturer's
recommended instructions and dilution rates carefully.
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