Function; Transport And Storage; Explanation Of Pictures And Symbols - Atmos C 051 Thorax Operating Instructions Manual

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Function

The ATMOS® C 051 Thorax is an exceptionally handy, mobile, digital thoracic drainage suction
device.
The device is operated with an electrical, maintenance-free diaphragm pump. During operation
the pump creates a vacuum within the suction hose and the secretion canister by means of
which secretion and air can be sucked off by the hose system. The pump is controlled digitally
and therefore ensures that the chosen required vacuum value is stable. The air flow, which
is measured in real-time, is displayed in numbers. The secretion is collected in the secretion
canister. Its capacity is 800 ml. With the aid of the measuring and rinsing hose the vacuum at the
end of the hose system is measured. Via the touch screen display the required vacuum can be
set manually. The suction power is regulated automatically.
The hose system is rinsed with air at regular intervals to prevent the collection of debris in the
secretion channel. This measure also prevents secretion from intruding into the measuring and
rinsing hose or that a syphon effect is created.
The device is equipped with a rechargeable battery. A charging unit which is located within the
suction device guarantees for the secure charging of the battery. Therefore it is impossible to
overcharge the battery.
Bacteria filters in the secretion canister and in the measuring channel prevent the ingress of
contaminated secretion into the device. The device is equipped with a carrying strap. The strap
allows for mobility and the fastening of the device e.g. to the patient's beds. As an accessory a
universal connection can be ordered separately.
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Transport and storage

• The device may only be transported in a upholstered and protective shipping box.
• Please note down and immediately report any damages which occurred during shipping.
Please make use of the attached QD 434 delivery complaint / return shipment form when
complaining or sending back. This form can also be downloaded from our website www.
atmosmed.com.
• After the transport of the unit in temperatures below 0°C or prior to first start up it should be
kept at room temperature for at least six hours. If the device is not acclimatized it may not be
used as damages to the electronic components could occur.
• Ambient conditions:
Transport / storage:
Operation and
battery charging:
Operating altitude:
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Explanation of pictures and symbols

Short cuts / symbols contained in these operating instructions
Follow the arrows
Please press where dot
indicates
Activate the optional
foot switch
Please read, important
information
-20...+50 °C;
5...95 % air humidity without condensation at air pressure 700...1060
hPa
+5...+35 °C;
20...80 % air humidity without condensation at air pressure 700...1060
hPa
max. 3000 m
• General information
• Numeration
Subnumeration
-
Check
Move, plug... in this
direction
Turn, shift ... in this
direction
Replace
Engage, check
correct fit
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