Checking/Reprocessing/Disposal; Checking The Devices; Reprocessing; Disposal - Atmos A 161 Introduction Manual

13.0 Checking, Reprocessing,Disposal
13.1 Checking ATMOS Suction Devices
The ATMOS Suction Devices are maintenance-free when they are used according to the operating instructions. Comply with
the country-specific guidelines regarding regular testing, especially with regard to electrical safety. ATMOS recommends an
inspection every 24 months.
Regular, thorough cleaning and disinfection of the device and the application parts respectively the operation of the device in
line with the operating instructions are assumed.
(only for ATMOS C 161 / 261 Aspirator)
A regular check of the condensate collector on the bottom of the device is necessary For visual inspection please remove the
cap. The device is oversucked if humidity or contamination is visible in the condensate collector.

13.2 Reprocessing

(hygienic and technically perfect condition)
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.
ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co. KG offers their partners and customers a trouble-free and fast reprocessing and checking
/ periodic tests for ATMOS suction devices.

13.3 Disposal

When the device is operated according to the operating instructions it has an expected service life of 5 years. A regular thorough
cleaning and disinfection of the device as well as operation in line with the operating instructions are
assumed.
• The ATMOS A / C 161 / 261 Aspirator does not contain any hazardous materials.
• The housing material is fully recyclable.
• Prior to disposal, device and accessories must be decontaminated, as secretion residues containing
pathogens can be hazardous.
• Pay attention to a careful separation of the different materials.
• Please observe national disposal regulations (e.g. waste incineration).
Disposal within the EU
The device described above is a high-quality medical product with a long service life. After its life cycle, it must be disposed
of professionally. According to the EC directives (WEEE and RoHS) the device may not be disposed of with domestic waste.
Please observe existing national laws and rules for disposal of old devices in the respective country.
Disposal within the Federal Republic of Germany
In the Federal Republic of Germany, the law for electrical devices (ElektroG) regulates the disposal of electrical devices.
Since this type of product is mainly used at home for secretion suction in the respiratory tract (after laryngectomy), it must be
assumed that those suction devices could be contaminated. Therefore, according to the regulations of the EAR foundation
(Used Electrical Appliances Register), this type of device is excluded from ElektroG regulations. In order to guarantee a proper
disposal of your old device, please either pass on your old device to your specialised dealer or send it directly to ATMOS
MedizinTechnik for a professional disposal.
Prior to disposal or before transport, all secretion canisters and hoses must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
The device surface must be disinfected.
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