Connection To The Skin-Port; Companion Operation - Aspire Assist Manuel D'utilisation

Step 4: Position Drain Tube in toilet, above water.
2.2

Connection to the Skin-Port

Caution: If the Companion is set to the drain mode (i.e.

Drain Clamp open) aspiration will automatically begin once the
Connector is attached to the Skin-Port and its lever fully pushed
clockwise, so ensure that the Drain Clamp is closed before
connecting the Connector to the Skin-Port.
Procedure:
Step 1: Push Connector (A) onto Skin-Port (B) until the
Connector 'feet' (C) contact the face of the Skin-Port.
Step 2: Gently turn the Connector clockwise until the 'feet' fall
into the port holes and the Connector fits into the Skin-Port like
a puzzle.
Step 3: Hold the Connector tightly with one hand and use the
other hand to push the Connector lever (D) clockwise around
the Connector. Do not force the lever. If it does not turn easily,
disconnect and start over.
Step 4: Continue to push the Connector lever until it reaches a
stop, at which point the Skin-Port valve is fully open.
2.3

Companion Operation

Caution: You must be in a standing position with the

Companion below the belly for the system to operate.
 Warning: Stop water infusion immediately if you
unexpectedly start to cough. An overfull stomach could cause
fluid to enter your lungs.
Procedure:
Step 1: Open the Drain Clamp to start aspiration. Stomach
contents should drain out of Skin-Port, through the Connector
Tube, and down the Drain Tube into the toilet.
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