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5. ADAPTER TIP
An adapter tip is provided for additional applications.
This can be stored on the adapter tip holder (see
inset). Also included is a short, non-sterile 18 French
suction catheter. The short suction catheter and most
other standard suction catheters without suction
activation ports can be used with the adapter tip.
Catheters should be firmly seated into the adapter tip
before use. The adapter tip should then be pushed
over the intake valve. A double male connector is
provided to use the adapter tip with female-ended
catheters.
6. CARTRIDGE REMOVAL
1. Hold the handle as shown
with the tip pointed away
from you. With the heel of
your left palm, push out on
the cartridge reservoir while
gripping the handle frame
beneath the nozzle with the
fingers of your left hand.
2. As the cartridge pops out, catch it with your right
hand, pivot it to a right angle position and remove.
As an additional safe-guard against leakage, the
protective cap can be replaced over the intake valve.
7. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Clogging-Intake
Clogging of the intake valve is minimized due to its
large (1/2") bore. If a very large particle clogs the tip,
increased resistance will be felt when squeezing the
handle. By keeping the handle squeezed, the particle
can be held on the tip and lifted out of the patient's
mouth. To unclog the intake valve, keep the tip
pointed down and push through or remove the stuck
particle. Suctioning can then be continued as before.
Clogging-Exhaust
The exhaust valve has been positioned to limit the
possibility of it becoming clogged during use. If the
425 ml cartridge becomes full, the exhaust filter could
clog. This can also happen if the cartridge is partially
full and is held tip up. If the exhaust filter clogs, the
handle will not return to the ready (compressed
cartridge) position. In this situation, flip open the
exhaust valve cap that holds the filter. In most cases,
the exhaust valve will clear and the unit will again
operate.
Note: With the exhaust filter removed, some
emesis may escape through the exhaust valve.
8. CLEANING
Throughly clean handle after each use by scrubbing in
warm soapy water. Rinse and dry. Check the handle's
condition and function before returning it to service.
9. SPECIFICATIONS OPERATION
Peak Airflow:
Vacuum-
Approximately
Vacuum Range –
Approximately:
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Size (fully assembled): 13.5" x 2.5" x 4.8"
Weight Approximately: 10.3 oz. (292g)
Replacement Cartridge Capacity: 425ml
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: -18˚C to 45˚C
Storage Temperature: -40˚C to 63˚C
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70 liters/minute
380 mmHg plus (51 kPa plus)
170 mmHg – 380 mmHg plus
(23 kPa – 51 kPa plus)
(34,3cm x 6,4cm x 12,2cm)
(0˚F to 100˚F)
(-40˚F to 150˚F)