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THERAPY SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL
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  • Page 1 V.A.C.ULTA™ THERAPY SYSTEM SERVICE MANUAL Important Document File in your maintenance records...
  • Page 3 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF REMEDY KCI HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ON THE KCI PRODUCT(S) DESCRIBED IN THIS PUBLICATION. ANY WRITTEN WARRANTY OFFERED BY KCI SHALL BE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS PUBLICATION OR INCLUDED WITH THE PRODUCT.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction / About This Manual ....................................... 6 V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit Checklist ................................... 6 Preparation For Use ..........................................7 V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit Feature Identification ................................8 Front and Back Views of Therapy Unit ..................................8 Side Views of Therapy Unit ......................................9 Cleaning and Disinfection ........................................10...
  • Page 5 Spare Parts ..............................................30 Country Specific Parts ........................................30 Safety Information Sheet and User Manual Part Numbers ..........................30 Symbols Used ............................................31 Battery Information for Shipping ......................................31 Customer Contact Information....................................31 V.A.C.ULTA Therapy Unit Checklist (Service Manual) ...............................32...

  • Page 7: Important Information For Users

    Important Information For Users This manual is designed to assist with routine service procedures for the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit manufactured by KCI. This manual is not intended for repair or non routine service procedures. Contact KCI (see page 31) for any repair or non routine service not covered by this manual.

  • Page 8: Introduction / About This Manual

    Before starting any cleaning or service procedure detailed in this manual, make photocopies of the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit Checklist located in the back of this manual (see page 32). After the inspection and service are complete, retain the completed form for each unit as a permanent record.

  • Page 9: Preparation For Use

    Preparation For Use Preparing the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit for use includes unpacking, inspection for any damaged or missing parts, and an initial round of service procedures to ensure the battery is fully charged and the unit is ready for patient use. The following procedures should be performed when the unit is first received from KCI.

  • Page 10: V.a.c.ulta™ Therapy Unit Feature Identification

    V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit Feature Identification Front and Back Views of Therapy Unit V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit - Front Canister Release Power Button Button Touch Screen Not For Home Use Label (not present on all units) Battery Charging Indicator Light Speaker USB Port...

  • Page 11: Side Views Of Therapy Unit

    Side Views of Therapy Unit V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit - Left Carry Handle Solution Container Hanger Arm Lock V.A.C. VERALINK™ Instill Label V.A.C. VERALINK™ Cassette Pivot Slot V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit - Right Canister Bellows (Seals) Label may not appear on all units...

  • Page 12: Cleaning And Disinfection

    Cleaning and Disinfection Cleaning and disinfection of the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit includes wipe down of all hard surface components. The V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit must be cleaned and disinfected: • if it becomes soiled during patient use • between each patient use Infection Control Institutional policies regarding infection control may vary;...

  • Page 13: Therapy Unit

    Therapy Unit 1. Ensure therapy unit is unplugged from power supply. 2. Remove canister bellows from unit. Wipe / clean bellows with an antiseptic wipe. Ensure the bellows cavities and adjacent surfaces are clean of any foreign material. Use a cotton tipped applicator if necessary.

  • Page 14: Power Supply

    9. Pull the unit hanger arm away from the unit until it is fully extended. Lock the arm in place by turning the unit hanger knob. 10. Wipe / clean the entire unit with an antiseptic wipe. Do not allow excess fluid to pool in the areas surrounding the touch screen or touch screen gasket.

  • Page 15: Service Procedures

    Service Procedures The following service procedures are used to verify that the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit is functioning properly and that the battery is fully charged. Once these procedures are complete, the unit will be ready for patient use. The following procedures should be performed as listed and in order when the unit is first received from KCI and between each patient use.

  • Page 16: Touch Screen

    Touch Screen Check the touch screen for any visible signs of damage or excessive screen scuffing or scratches that could obscure screen elements. Deep or extensive screen scratches can be the source of intermittent erratic therapy unit operation. User Data Interface (UDI) 1.

  • Page 17: Unit Hanger Arm

    Unit Hanger Arm 1. The unit hanger arm is spring loaded. Verify that the spring mechanism is working correctly by pulling the arm away from the case and returning it to its retracted position. Do not allow the arm to snap back. 2.

  • Page 18: Charge Battery

    Charge Battery The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit battery has sufficient charge to complete all following checks and test procedures. Tools and Supplies • power supply (KCI PN 4103730 or 44001464) • power cord (KCI PN see page 30 for country specific part) 1.

  • Page 19: Therapy Unit Settings

    Therapy Unit Settings The purpose of this procedure is to verify the date and time settings for the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit and ensure the correct regional settings are in use. 1. Press and hold the Power button until the light comes on to turn the V.A.C.ULTA™...

  • Page 20: Regional Settings

    1. Press the Regional Settings button. 2. Verify the settings are correct or change as required. For more detailed information refer to the Regional Settings Screen section in the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit User Manual. 3. Press the button to accept the settings as they appear or...

  • Page 21: Date And Time Settings Screen

    Date and Time Settings Screen The date and time can be verified on the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit any time by looking in the upper left of any screen. If settings are incorrect perform the following steps.
  • Page 22 Date & Time Settings screen. For more detailed information refer to the Date & Time Settings Screen section in the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit User Manual. 4. Press the button on the Confirm Date &...

  • Page 23: Operational Checks

    The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the canister fits and latches securely to the therapy unit. 1. Slide test canister into the side of the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit. 2. Push the canister firmly into place on the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit. An audible click indicates the canister is fully seated.

  • Page 24: V.a.c. Veralink™ Test Cassette Fit

    V.A.C. VERALINK™ Test Cassette Fit The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the V.A.C. VERALINK™ test cassette fits and latches securely to the therapy unit. 1. Fill the container on the V.A.C. VERALINK™ test cassette (KCI PN SE-000387) almost full with water. 2.

  • Page 25: Therapy Unit Testing

    Therapy Unit Testing Setup 1. If the unit is not powered on press and hold the Power button until the light comes on to turn the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit on. If the battery needs charging see the Charge Battery section.
  • Page 26 8. Press the Standard QC button on the QC Checklist screen.

  • Page 27: V.a.c.® Therapy Alarm Testing

    Canister Not Engaged Alarm. 9. After test is successfully completed slide the taped test canister into the side of the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit. An audible click indicates the canister is fully seated. 10. Press the Arrow button displayed next to Canister Full Alarm.

  • Page 28: V.a.c. Veralink™ Alarm Testing

    V.A.C. VERALINK™ Alarm Testing If the V.A.C. VERALINK™ Test Cassette is properly in place this screen will appear with two green checks (see figure at left). If a red X appears on this screen, remove and re-seat the V.A.C. VERALINK™ Test Cassette, press the Back button, then press the Next...

  • Page 29: Pump Performance Testing

    3. If the value continues to display > 88% • Press and hold the Power button until the display turns off to turn the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit off. • Verify that all plugs are undamaged and firmly attached to the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit. •...

  • Page 30: Final Steps

    Final Steps The purpose of these steps is to verify that the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit is charging before turning it off. 1. Remove the test canister and V.A.C. VERALINK™ test cassette from the unit if still attached. 2. Plug the AC power cord into the DC power supply.

  • Page 31: Preparation For Transport And Patient Use

    Preparation for Transport and Patient Use The following documentation and items should always accompany the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit when patient placement occurs. For replacement documentation contact KCI (see page 23). • V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy System Safety Information • V.A.C.ULTA™ Power Supply •...

  • Page 32: Spare Parts

    South Africa 360076 Power Cord Australia 360074 Power Cord Other European Countries not listed Safety Information Sheet and User Manual Part Numbers V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Safety V.A.C.ULTA™ User V.A.C.ULTA™ Service Language Information Sheet Part Number Manual Part Number Manual Part Number 417282...

  • Page 33: Symbols Used

    For questions regarding this product, supplies, maintenance, or additional information about KCI products and services, please contact KCI or a KCI authorized representative, or: In the US call 1-800-275-4524 or visit www.acelity.com or www.vaculta.com KCI USA, Inc. 12930 IH 10 West San Antonio, TX 78249 Outside the US...

  • Page 34: V.a.c.ulta Tm Therapy Unit Checklist (Service Manual)

    V.A.C.ULTA Therapy Unit Checklist (Service Manual) • This form is to be used in conjunction with the V.A.C.ULTA™ Therapy Unit Service Manual (417137). • Complete this side of form between each patient use and maintain it as a permanent record.
  • Page 36 Dublin Road, Athlone, San Antonio, TX 78249 USA Co. Westmeath, Ireland 1-800-275-4524 www.kci-medical.com www.acelity.com www.veraflo.com www.vaculta.com All trademarks designated herein are property of KCI Licensing, Inc., its affiliates, and/or licensors. Copyright 2017 KCI Licensing, Inc. All rights reserved. 417660 Rev A...

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