Operating Instructions; On/Off - Cardinal Health ALLY TO GO NPWT Patient User Manual

3. Operating Instructions

Carefully read 1.3 Precautions and 1.4 Safety Tips in 1. Important User Information section before attempting
to operate the ALLY TO GO™.
CAUTION: The ALLY TO GO™ must only be used with the supplied A.C. Power Adapter. Use of another adapter/power
cord could create a shock hazard for you or your caregiver, cause fire, and/or severely damage the ALLY TO GO™. If you
need a replacement A.C. Power Adapter, call Cardinal Health Customer Service at 1.866.484.6798.

3.1 ON/OFF

The ON and OFF Buttons are located on the front of the ALLY TO GO™ (Figure 9).
ON Button
OFF Button
1. Press the ON Button. All lights on the ALLY TO GO™ sequentially light up during the power-on self-test.
2. Each time the ALLY TO GO™ is turned on, it goes through self-test and the Alert Display shows a series of numbers
and/or letters.
3. The dressing should slowly collapse, indicating the presence of negative pressure. If there is a Low Pressure/Leak
alert, there may be a problem (3.2 Troubleshooting).
4. The ALLY TO GO™ should be operated at least 22 hours out of every 24-hour period. Contact your healthcare
professional if the ALLY TO GO™ is off for more than 2 hours in a 24-hour period. Your dressing must be changed
by your healthcare professional.
NOTE: If an alert persists and cannot be resolved, please call Cardinal Health Customer Service at 1.866.484.6798.
CAUTION: In the event of an emergency, please contact your treating physician, caregiver or your local
emergency responders.
Figure 9
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