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SA 35 SA 36 Medical Suction Unit Operating and Maintenance Manual M.G. Electric (Colchester) Ltd Altbarn Close, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9HY, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1206 842244, Fax: +44 (0) 1206 845849 e-mail: sales@mgelectric.co.uk www.mgeworldwide.com...
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual Dear Customer, We take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing a SA Medical Suction Unit. Please read the operating instructions and listed precautions thoroughly before attempting to operate the unit. MGE manufactures its range in accordance with the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 and BS EN ISO 13485 INDEX...
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual Return of Medical Equipment Should you wish to return any equipment to MGE (Colchester) Limited (MGE), or one of our designated distributors, Health Service Guideline HSG (93) 26 Decontamination of equipment prior to inspection, service or repair must be adhered to.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The safety of the patient and suction unit operator are the first priorities. It is therefore vital that the following precautions are strictly observed: WARNING!!! Never operate a SAM suction unit without an MGE filter capsule. The filter capsules are single patient use and cannot be reused.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual ELECTRICAL WARNING Always electrically isolate the SA suction unit from the mains power supply before carrying out any cleaning, maintenance or repairs. Electrical isolation of the SA suction unit is by removal of the mains power cable from the mains power supply.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION SA 35 General-purpose high vacuum medical suction unit, normally incorporating two collection containers of 2L capacity. Other types of collection container are allowed. Designed specifically for use in medical and healthcare facilities, primarily in operating theatres where high vacuum and high flow are required.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 3.1 Before Operating Unit BEFORE operating your new SA suction unit please read the following instructions carefully. Become thoroughly familiar with the operation and maintenance of the unit before using and note the information on the control panel and rear of the unit.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 3.6 External Filter Warning! Never operate a SA suction unit without a MGE filter capsule. The filter capsules are a sealed disposable bacterial or hydrophobic filter capsule. Both the bacterial and hydrophobic filters have bacterial retention of 99.9999% ensuring safety and hygiene for patient and operator.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 3.8.1 SAM 2 Collection System The SA 2 collection container is fitted as standard to all SA suction units. They are fully autoclavable Polyester Carbonate (P.E.C.) collection containers, with integral handle and for IU applications, with a wide bore.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual Warning! When replacing a full collection container, be aware of its weight and ensure handling the collection container is comfortable to avoid the possibility of spillage. Transport of the SA suction unit with a full jar attached is not advised.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual • Turn the vacuum off and use the thumb tab to remove the liner for disposal. Warning! The liner lid tubing must not be used as a carry handle. 3.9.3 Serres Suction Bag System •...
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual -20°C There are no restrictions for land, air, or sea transport. 3.13 Storage suction units must be stored in a dry, dust-free, well ventilated environment. The storage environment should not exceed the temperature and humidity conditions stated below. Avoid direct sun or UV exposure and shield nearby sources of heat.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4. MAINTENANCE Warning! Other than for routine daily procedures, any maintenance or repairs to MGE products must be carried out by fully trained and qualified engineers (EBME) or an authorized MGE dealer. Such persons must be familiar with the relevant standards, rules, accident prevention regulations, and operating conditions as a result of their training, experience, and instruction.
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.2 Monthly Maintenance Carry out the daily maintenance procedure. • • Check the vacuum and the flow at the collection container top. With the collection container empty and the vacuum control valve set to maximum, switch •...
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.4 General Layout Manual 118 Issue 15 Page 15 of 28...
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.5 Pump (If Required) Pump Head Connector Seal Con Rod / Diaphragm Assembly MQ45 Pump Complete 230V 50/60Hz • Remove the pump from the SA suction unit. • Remove the pump head from the pump casing and examine the diaphragm for signs of wear.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.6 Replacing the Internal Hydrophobic Filter Warning! A hydrophobic filter must be fitted internally to prevent liquid passing through to the pump. Hydrophobic filters only work once and should be replaced immediately it becomes wetted. When replacing filters, particularly the hydrophobic filter, it is important to ensure the filter is connected correctly to suit the direction of flow.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 4.8 Flow Diagram SA 35 and SA 36 Manual 118 Issue 15 Page 18 of 28...
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 5. OPTIONS AND RECOMMENDED SPARES 5.1 Options User Instruction Manuals are offered in English. Other languages are available on request. Model Electrical Specification Collection Jars Power Cable Version 230Vac 50/60Hz No Jar Static 110Vac 50/60Hz European...
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 6.1 General Dimensions ǂ Free air-flow (litres/minute): *50 lt/min** nominal *25 lt/min nominal ǂ Vacuum: *675mmHg** *730mmHg Performance classification: High vacuum High flow (ISO 10079-1) Nominal collection container capacity: 2 Litres or 4 Litre** Power input (watts): 100W Standard supply voltages available:...
SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 6.2 End of life IMPORTANT INFORMATION Correct disposal of the product in accordance with EC directive 2012/19/EU At the end of its life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The purpose of this testing is to ensure the SAM 35/36 is not likely to adversely affect the normal operation of other such equipment and that other such equipment is not likely to adversely affect the normal operation of the 35/36.
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35/36 is used with cables / accessories other Basic standard than those supplied, this may result in increased IEC60601-1-2:2014 (table 9) emissions or decreased immunity of the SAM 35/36 in relation to EMC performance. Test setup IEC61000-4-3:2006; 35/36 should not be used adjacent to or Amd, 1:2007 and Amd, 2:2010 stacked with other equipment.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies. NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations.
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 7. NOTES Manual 118 Issue 15 Page 26 of 28...
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SA 35 and SA Operation and Maintenance Manual 8. OTHER PRODUCTS IN THE RANGE Mains Powered Suction SA 12 - General ward high vacuum suction unit SA 14 – Twin jar minor operating theatre high vacuum suction unit SA 15 - Intra-uterine aspirator suction unit SA 16 –...
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