Maintenance And Service; Basic Information; Reprocessing; Sending In The Device - Atmos A 161 Introduction Manual

9.0 Maintenance

9.1 Basic information

• Before putting the device into operation, visually
check the device, secretion canister and power cable,
accessories, connection cables and hoses for signs of
damage. Damaged cables and hoses must be replaced
immediately!
• Maintenance, repairs and periodic tests may only
be carried out by persons who have the appropriate
technical knowledge and who are familiar with the
product. The person must possess the test devices and
original spare parts required to carry out these measures.
ATMOS recommends: work should be carried out by
an authorised ATMOS service partner. This ensures
that repairs and tests are carried out professionally,
original spare parts are used and warranty claims remain
unaffected.
• Comply with the country-specific guidelines regarding
regular testing, especially with regard to electrical safety.
ATMOS recommends an inspection every 24 months.
• For repair works, the device can be sent either directly to
ATMOS, or via the retailer you purchased it from.
• ATMOS neither guarantees for fault-free operation nor for
personal injuries and damage to property if
- no original ATMOS parts are being used,
- the advice for use in these operating instructions is
not being observed,
- assembly, new settings, alterations, extensions
and repairs have not been executed by ATMOS
authorised personnel.
• There are no warranty claims whatsoever on defects
or malfunctions which arise from the use of third-party
accessories or consumables.
• Before passing on the ATMOS A / C 161 Aspirator, the
device must be brought into a technically and hygienically
perfect condition for the protection of the user. If there
is a change of patient or ownership then the device
must be reprocessed acc. to Medical Devices Operator
Ordinance, Medical Devices Act and BVMed guidelines.
• An oversucked (contaminated) device must be repaired
by the manufacturer, by a certified ATMOS partner or an
ATMOS authorized, specialized dealer.
• The instructions and regulations for the respective field of
application should be observed.

9.2 Reprocessing

Handling of the suction device determines to a large extent
its reliability and safety. The hygiene measures described
in the previous chapters are necessary measures for the
protection of patients and users, and to maintain functional
reliability.
When you can ensure the device was not oversucked
then perform a reprocessing acc. to Medical Devices
Operator Ordinance, Medical Devices Act and BVMed
guidelines. The reprocessing consists of cleaning,
surface disinfection as well as the exchange of
consumables. An ATMOS set of consumables is
available for this purpose.
If you cannot exclude that the device was oversucked
then the device must be repaired by the manufacturer,
by a certified ATMOS partner or an ATMOS authorized,
specialized dealer. Subsequently the device may be
operated again.
When is a suction unit oversucked?
A suction device is oversucked if suction material penetrated
into the interior of the device.
How can one realise that the suction device is
contaminated?
Generally a reduced suction capacity is a sign of possible
oversuction
The ATMOS C 161 / C 261 Aspirator has a condensate
collector at the bottom of the device (fig.
inspection please remove the cap. The device is oversucked
if humidity or contamination is visible in the condensate
collector.
Condensate collector for quick visual
inspection of possible contamination
Measures
The device must be reprocessed by the manufacturer or a
certified ATMOS partner if the device is oversucked or if any
reservations exist regarding the hygiene condition.
A contaminated suction device bears a risk for the patient as
well as for the caregiver. Therefore, we recommend regular
checking of the condensate collector

9.3 Sending in the device

1. Remove all consumables and dispose of them properly.
2. Clean and disinfect the product and accessories
according to the operating instructions.
3. Enclose any used accessories with the product.
4. Fill in form QD 434 'Delivery complaint / return shipment'
and the corresponding Decontamination certificate.
• This form is enclosed with each delivery and can be
found at www.atmosmed.de.
5. The product must be well padded and packed in suitable
packaging.
6. Place the QD 434 "Delivery complaint / return shipment"
form and the respective decontamination certificate in an
envelope.
7. Affix the envelope to the outside of the package.
8. Send the product to ATMOS or your dealer.
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