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- Page 1 MedizinTechnik English ATMOS Variotherm 530.2030.B 2013-08 Index: 16 ATMOS MedizinTechnik Ludwig-Kegel-Str. 16 Tel. +49 (0) 7653 / 6 89-0 atmos@atmosmed.de GmbH & Co. KG 79853 Lenzkirch / Germany Fax +49 (0) 7653 / 6 89-190 www.atmosmed.de...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3.3.2 Connecting a potential balance ......11 3.3.3 Water connection ..........11 3.3.4 Connecting the irrigation handle ......11 Start-up ..............11 Operation Activation of the Variotherm ........12 Temperature adjustment ........12 Time setting ............12 Thermal nystagmus stimulation ......12 Cleaning General information on cleaning and disinfection ..13 Recommended disinfectants .........14... -
Page 3: Introduction
These operating instructions contain important notes on how to operate the Variotherm plus safely, correctly and effectively. Therefore, they are intended not only for new operating personnel to be instructed in its use, but also for use as a reference manual. They help to avoid risks, and also to reduce repair costs and down-time. -
Page 4: Intended Use
Here, the auditory canal can be rinsed with water warmed up to 37°C and a flow of at least 400 ml/min. Possibility to change into the stimulation mode for stimu- lating the vestibule with a reduced flow of water. The Variotherm plus is equipped with a timer for prese- lecting the stimulation time. -
Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols
1.0 Introduction Explanation of symbols Pay attention to operating instructions! Type B equipment as to IEC 417 °C Temperature in degree centigrade Timer adjustment in seconds Timer Cold stimulation 20 - 36°C Warm stimulation 38 - 47°C Rinsing mode (water temperature 37°C) Setpoint value adjustment possible Increase of setpoint value Decrease of setpoint value... -
Page 6: Safety Advice
ATMOS. rator and as such responsible for meeting the requirements of system specification EN 60601-1-1. In case of further The Variotherm plus may be used in supervised operation questions please contact your local specialist supplier or by qualified personnel only who have been authorised the technical service. -
Page 7: Advice For The User For Maintaining Hygienic Status
2.1 Important instructions for the maintenance of the hygiene status of warm water irrigation units For loosening cerumen in the auditory meatus and for the stimulation of the labyrinthine system, ATMOS offers the warm water units Hygrotherm plus (37°C) and Variotherm plus (20° - 47°C). -
Page 8: Installation And Start-Up
3.0 Installation and start-up Standard delivery Quantity Variotherm basic unit Irrigation handle with Double-barrelled hose Jet connection short, straight (80 mm) Splash protection Rubber bush for splash protection Three-holes gasket Hose tips for jet connection (30 pcs) Operating instructions... -
Page 9: Illustrations
3.0 Installation and start-up Illustration Fig. 1 Front view Arrow keys up resp. down (for temperature adjustment resp. time settings) Stimulation time display (double digits, resolution 1s) Temperature display (double digits, resolution 1°C), shows actual value ... -
Page 10: Illustrations
Installation and start-up Illustrations Fig. 2. Irrigation handle The sprayer tube must be exchanged after each patient. Handle Connection for double-barrelled hose Adjusting flow quantity Three-holes gasket Adjusting screw ... -
Page 11: Connections
Installation and start-up Connections 3.3.1 Electrical connection See operating instructions of the ENT unit. For connection to the mains supply we recommend a residual current circuit breaker! 3.3.2 Connecting a potential balance See operating instructions of the ENT unit. 3.3.3 Water connection ... -
Page 12: Activation Of The Variotherm
Remove the handle from the support. Due to the built in light barrier, the ear irrigation module starts up automatically. After taking out the handle the control of the Variotherm requires approx. 20 s until the requested temperature is reached. -
Page 13: Cleaning
The jet connection which comes into contact with the patient must be disinfected after each use. The hose tips must be exchanged after each use. The surfaces of the Variotherm plus resist most of the com- mon surface disinfectants. However, do not use –... -
Page 14: Recommended Disinfectants
Cleaning method for handle with jet connection for water irrigation tip The ATMOS appliances Variotherm and ATMOS Hygrotherm are used, according to the rules, with disposable hose tips (dis- posables). These tips must be disposed off after each application to the patient. -
Page 15: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Decalcification and change of filter (see sections 6.4, 6.5) should be carried out immediately by the user when required. Safety-related inspection The safety-related inspection must be performed according to §4 clause (4) of the Medical Device Operator Ordinance, after each maintenance measure. -
Page 16: Visual Inspection
Decalcification now takes place automatically in the thermal process for reducing bacterial count. If after switching-on the unit has been in the thermal process for reducing bacterial count for 5 minutes the water passages have been decalcified and cleaned, and also sufficiently flushed. The Variotherm plus is again fully ready for operation. When water passages are heavily calcified, a modified procedure may become necessary, with a prolonged reaction period for the decalcifier. -
Page 17: Trouble Shooting
NTC • Have temperature feeler of the regulating NTC checked by the service staff. "E9" not used If, nevertheless, the errors cannot be removed, inform the ATMOS service staff. Do not start any attempts to repair the unit yourself! -
Page 18: Accessories And Spare Parts
Accessories and spare parts Accessories Description Calcification protection device ........................502.0995.0 Jet connection, extra long, straight (110 mm) ....................508.0429.0 Rinsing connection (Teflon) for stimulating the vestibular organ..............501.0355.0 Spare parts Description Irrigation handle .............................530.1190.0 Jet connection, short, straight (80 mm)......................508.0427.0 Splash protection ............................501.0331.0 Rubber bush for splash protection .........................501.0331.1 Three-holes gasket device side ........................501.0320.0 Three-holes gasket handle side ........................530.1186.0 Hose double barrel for irrigation handle ......................530.1181.0 Jet connection for water irrigation handle 40 mm ..................502.0984.0... -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
9.0 Technical Specifi cations Voltage range 220 - 240 V~ ± 10 % 50/60 Hz Special voltage: 100 - 127 V~ ± 10 % 50/60 Hz Current input 6.8 A (220 - 240 V~); 14.8 A (100 - 127 V~) Power consumption 1500 W Operating modes Thermal process for reducing bacterial count; Irrigation mode (water fl ow... -
Page 20: Disposal
10.0 Disposal The ATMOS Variotherm does not contain any hazardous materials. ● The housing is recyclable. ● Device and accessories must be decontaminated prior to disposal. ● Please take care on a careful separation of the different materials. ● Please observe national disposal regulations (e.g. waste incineration). - Page 22 ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co. KG in accepting such goods or payment arrears. Acts of God or stoppages upon in writing by us.
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