Summary of Contents for Aircraft Medical McGRATH MAC EMS
- Page 1 Video Laryngoscope Operator’s Manual ( Instructions for use ) Doc no: 100-160-000 Revision 1.1 8th January 2013 Aircraft Medical Ltd © 2012 www.aircraftmedical.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Description Accessories and Part Numbers Specifications Regulatory Environment Functional Unpacking and Inspection Battery Blade Fitting Using the Laryngoscope Maintenance and Decontamination Decontamination Cleaning Rapid Disinfection High Level Disinfection Sterilization Storage and Transportation Troubleshooting Warranty... -
Page 3: Introduction
1 Introduction 1.1 Description The McGRATH® MAC EMS Video McGRATH® MAC EMS 45 ° Laryngoscope (McGRATH® MAC EMS video laryngoscope or the device) is a tool used to aid the (the device) Monitor Monitor hinge intubation of the trachea. As a rigid laryngoscope it holds and shapes the LCD screen anatomy allowing a clear view of the... -
Page 4: Accessories And Part Numbers
TO DO SO WILL IMPAIR THE PERFORMANCE OF THE DEVICE AND PATIENT SAFETY AND VOID WARRANTY The device is supplied with a battery. Blades and additional batteries can be purchased separately from your Aircraft Medical agent or distributor. McGRATH® MAC EMS Video Laryngoscope 300-200-000 McGRATH®... -
Page 5: Regulatory
The McGRATH® MAC Disposable Laryngoscope Blades are classified as type BF applied parts in accordance with section 8.3 of EN60601-1:2006 The user must contact their Aircraft Medical agent or distributor to arrange responsible disposal and compliance with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations applicable, and any similar future environmental regulation applicable (including but not limited to Directives 2002/95/EC and 2002/96/EC as implemented in the country of use). -
Page 6: Functional
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection Unpack the device and check for any visible signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment. In the event of signs of damage, do not use the device and inform your Aircraft Medical agent or distributor. -
Page 7: Battery
2.2 Battery The device will only accept the McGRATH® 3.6V EMS battery. Push the battery unit into the cavity of the handle as illustrated. Power The device turns on and off by a single push of the Power button. The life of the battery unit is displayed on the bottom right hand corner of the screen. -
Page 8: Blade Fitting
2.3 Blade Fitting To fit the blade, open the peel pouch and slide the blade over the CameraStick™ portion of the device. The blade is fully located when the blade clip is firmly latched to the CameraStick™. To remove the blade lift the clip and pull the blade off. -
Page 9: Using The Laryngoscope
2.4 Using the Laryngoscope If possible, position the patient in the optimal position for direct laryngoscopy. Look into the mouth; insert the blade into the right side of the mouth, moving the device to a central position while sweeping the tongue to the left. -
Page 10: Maintenance And Decontamination
Information to be provided by the manufacturer for the processing of resterilizable medical devices). The instructions provided have been validated by Aircraft Medical as being capable of preparing the device for re-use. It remains the responsibility of the processor to ensure that the reprocessing as actually performed using equipment, materials and personnel in the reprocessing facility achieve the desired result. -
Page 11: Cleaning
3.2 Cleaning Aircraft Medical used Endozime and Cidezyme Enzymatic Medical Device Detergents when validating the processes below. Seek approval from your Aircraft Medical agent or distributor before using other detergents. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. CLEANING (MANUAL) – NON-IMMERSIVE McGRATH®... - Page 12 3.2 Cleaning CLEANING (MANUAL) – NON-IMMERSIVE McGRATH® 3.6V EMS Battery Prepare Ensure cleaning containers, soft brushes and cloths have been decontaminated and are in good condition. Prepare a container of detergent in accordance with the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. Clean Hold the battery unit above the container, and use soft cleaning brushes to remove soil from all exposed surfaces.
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Page 13: Rapid Disinfection
- McGRATH® 3.6V EMS Battery A Chemical Compatibility List is available which lists wipes that have been approved by Aircraft Medical as compatible and will cause no physical degradation to the McGRATH® MAC EMS. Aircraft Medical make no claims regarding the efficacy of any of the disinfectants listed. -
Page 14: High Level Disinfection
A Chemical Compatibility List is available which lists other high-level disinfectants that have been approved by Aircraft Medical as compatible and will cause no physical degradation to the McGRATH® MAC EMS. Aircraft Medical make no claims regarding the efficacy of the other disinfectants listed. Please consult the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines. -
Page 15: Sterilization
3.5 Sterilization STERRAD® McGRATH® MAC EMS with McGRATH® 3.6V EMS Battery removed McGRATH® MAC EMS with McGRATH® 3.6V EMS Battery fitted The McGRATH® MAC EMS is suitable for reprocessing in STERRAD® 50/100S/200/NX/100NX. Follow Advanced Sterilization Products instructions for processing using STERRAD® ETHYLENE OXIDE McGRATH®... -
Page 16: Storage And Transportation
4 Storage and Transportation The following precautions should be taken when storing and transporting the device: Ensure that contaminated devices are placed individually in suitable containers in accordance with local hospital practice. Containers used to transport devices should be durable and suitable for decontamination. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
If the image displayed on the screen is blurred or fuzzy • Replace the blade • Remove the blade and check that the image is clear. If necessary wipe the camera at the end of the CameraStick™ with a clean, soft wipe. If none of the above achieves positive results, return the unit to your Aircraft Medical agent or distributor for diagnostics and repair. -
Page 18: Warranty
The McGRATH® MAC EMS is supplied with a 12 month manufacturer’s warranty. • Only products supplied by an approved Aircraft Medical agent or distributor are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. • To be covered by the warranty the product must be maintained in accordance with the procedures documented in the Operator’s Manual. • Devices returned under the warranty claim should be decontaminated to a high-level disinfection state before transportation. For full terms of warranty, please contact your Aircraft Medical agent or distributor. - Page 19 10 Saint Andrew Square Edinburgh EH2 2AF United Kingdom Tel: +44 131 718 6042 Fax: +44 138 366 0328 www.aircraftmedical.com ‘McGrath’ and ‘Aircraft’ are registered trademarks of Aircraft Medical Ltd ‘CameraStick’ is a trademark of Aircraft Medical Ltd International patents pending. Aircraft Medical Ltd © 2013...
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