Function - Atmos Thorax C 051 Operating Instructions Manual

1.3 Function

The ATMOS C 051 Thorax is an exceptionally handy, mobile, digital thoracic drainage suction device.
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The device is operated via an electrical, maintenance-free membrane pump. During operation the pump creates
a vacuum within the suction hose and the secretion canister due to which secretion and air can be drained by
the hose system. The pump is controlled digitally and therefore secures 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 in the hose system 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 hose.
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.
A bacterial filter located in the secretion canister prevents the intrusion of bacteria and secretion into the aggregation
space. 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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