4.0 Operation
WARNING
Risk of infection by lack of hygiene or damaged components!
Risk of deadly diseases being transmitted.
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Always use new consumables for every patient (single-patient secretion canister
system, DDS bacterial filter cartridge and suction hose).
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Always check whether hoses or the single-patient secretion canister system are
damaged before using the device. Replace any damaged parts.
WARNING
Electric shock from damaged equipment!
Cardiac arrhythmias may be caused.
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Always check the device and mains power unit for damage before use.
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Replace any damaged parts immediately.
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Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Ambient conditions during operation
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Temperature:
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Relative humidity:
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Air pressure:
4.1 Switching on the device
The device should only be left on for as long as you need it. This will prolong the
battery life (for ATMOS LC 27 Battery).
1. Press the on/off button to switch on the device.
The pump starts.
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The operation status display (LED) below the on/off button lights up so long as the
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device is switched on.
4.2 Switch off the device
1. Switch off the device by pressing the on/off button.
4.3 Vacuum adjustment
WARNING
Excessive vacuum!
Patient may be seriously injured.
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Observe the valid guidelines.
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Select the vacuum according to the patient and the application.
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Using the device on children requires a lower vacuum setting. Observe the
instructions issued by the attending physician.
1. Switch on the device.
2. Set the desired vacuum by obstructing the suction hose opening and allowing the
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Operation
vacuum to build.
0...+40°C
20...80%
700...1060 hPa