index Safety Information............2-4 AC Power Source.............3 Electrical................3-4 Introduction...............4 Illustration of Important Parts........5 Set-Up..................6 How to Operate Your Heavy Duty Suction Pump ...6-7 Battery Charging............. 7-8 Cleaning Instructions............8-9 Maintenance..............9-10 Troubleshooting..............10 Specifications/Classifications........11-12 Warranty................12-13 CAUTION Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on order of a physician, or any other practitioner licensed by the law of the State in which he practices to use or order the use of this device.
It has been dropped into water. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Never use while drowsy or asleep. NOTE: Item 18605 series is factory equipped with an internal rechargeable battery and all information regarding battery operation in this guide is applicable.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL Item # 18605 is equipped with a switch mode power supply allowing operation on any AC voltage (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz). However the correct power cord must be used to connect to adaptable wall power.
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safety information WARNING Proper operation of this product is necessary to avoid physical harm. Improper use can cause personal injury and/or tissue damage. This product should not be used unless the operator has been instructed by a physician or other qualified health care professional. introduction Features: New anti-bacteria filter design helps prevent contamination.
set up & operation 1. Connect either end of the 4” tubing to the tubing connector then connect the other end to the bacteria filter. Ensure that the clear side of the bacteria filter is toward elbow and bottle when installing/re-installing.
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set up & operation BATTERY OPERATION: To ensure proper operation from internal battery, fully charge the battery for 1.5 hours as explained in the Battery Charging section. To operate the unit from an internal rechargeable battery, ensure that no external power sources are plugged into the DC power input on the side of the unit.
Drive Medical provider or to Drive Medical. Verify that the charge light turns on when the external power is applied with the switch in the OFF position.
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cleaning &maintenance Collection Bottle: 1. Shut off unit using power switch and allow vacuum to drop. Disconnect power source from the DC input receptacle on the unit. 2. With the collection bottle still in the holder, remove the lid. The bottle can now be taken out of the holder to be emptied.
Electric shock hazard. Do not attempt to open or remove cabinet, there are no user-serviceable internal components. If service is required, return unit to a qualified Drive Medical provider or an authorized service center. Opening or tampering with the unit will void warranty.
90 days. Any defective part(s) will be repaired or replaced at Drive Medical’s option if the unit has not been tampered with or used improperly during that period. Make certain that any malfunction is not due to inadequate cleaning or failure to follow the instructions.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Drive Medical Design & Manufacturing 99 Seaview Boulevard Port Washington, NY 11050 Product Designation : Type/Model: 18605 We herewith declare that the above-mentioned product complies with the requirements of EC Directive 93/42/EEC and the following:...
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