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HCS7000 VAC-ASSIST SUCTION UNIT CAUTION: Rx only. NOTE: Check ALL parts for shipping damage. If shipping damage is noted, DO NOT use. Contact medical equipment provider for further instruction.
Index 1. Safety Information......................3 2. AC Power Source......................4 3. Electrical..........................4 4. Introduction ........................5 5. Illustration of Important Parts..................5 6. Set-Up..........................6 7. How to operate your VAC-ASSIST Suction Unit............6 8. Cleaning Instructions....................9 9. Maintenance........................9 10. Troubleshooting......................10 11. Disposables and parts for reorder................11 12.
1. Safety information When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using. Important information is highlighted by these term Danger Urgent safety information for hazards that will cause serious injury or death. Warning Important safety information for hazards that might cause serious injury.
2. AC Power source Caution The Model HCS7000 is used with a power supply allowing operation on AC voltage (115 VAC, 60 Hz). However the correct power source must be used to connect to adaptable wall power.
Figure 2 6. Set-Up 1. Connect either end of the connecting tubing (item# 4) to the top of collection bottle connector then connect the other end to the hydrophobic filter. 2. The patient tubing should be connected to collection bottle at the outlet labeled (patient).
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2. Switch the power switch to “I” position (on), the unit start running. "On" position Figure 4 3. Adjust the vacuum level from 0 to 560 mm Hg by turning the vacuum adjust knob (clockwise to increase vacuum and counter-clockwise to decrease vacuum). Referring to the vacuum gauge while setting the desired level of vacuum.
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4. Place the patient tubing to the appropriate position of patient and start to suck sputum. 5. When the sputum reaches the safe full level of collection bottle (800 cc), the suctioning will stop sucking automatically (float shut-off). Safe Full Level Collection Bottle Figure 7...
8. Cleaning instructions Collection Bottle Lid Holder Collection Bottle Figure 8 Clean Suction Unit 1, Disconnect the suction unit from all external power sources. 2, Wipe the suction unit housing, handles, and knobs with any commercial (bacterial-germicidal) disinfectant. Caution Do not submerge in water as this will result in severe damage to the vacuum pump. Warning The waste in collection bottle may cause respiratory infection which must be handled according to medical waste disposing regulation.
change the filter immediately. 2. Remove filter by disconnecting it from tubing connected to pressure adjusting valve and tubing connected to collection bottle lid assembly. 3. Replace with a new VAC-ASSIST Hydrophobic filter and connect to above two tubing. Additional filters can be purchased from an authorized dealer. 4.
3. Adjust vacuum adjust knob and release Checking system for leaks: 1. Detach all tubing from the machine and canister. 2. Turn on the HCS7000 and increase suction level to 21inHg 3. Occlude hose barb on the valve assembly (outlet on machine) and evaluate suction level.
Maximum Vacuum 560 ± 3% mm Hg Flow Range > 40 LPM Sound Level < 58 dBA Electrical Requirements HCS7000: AC 115 V~60Hz Power Consumption HCS7000: 70 watts Hydrophobic Filter pore size 0.45 microns Collection Bottle Capacity 800 ml (cc) Operating Temperature 32°...
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For Service Call Your Authorized VAC-ASSIST Medical Provider: Medline Industries, Inc. www.medline.com Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, Inc. Manufactured for Medline Industries, Inc. Three Lakes Drive, Northfield, IL 60093 USA Made in Taiwan 1-800-MEDLINE V3 RA21EMG...
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