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User Guide
User Guide
For use with Soft Port
*smith&nephew
RENASYS™ GO
Negative Pressure Wound
Therapy
300ml
200ml
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  • Page 1 User Guide User Guide For use with Soft Port *smith&nephew RENASYS™ GO Negative Pressure Wound Therapy 300ml 200ml 100ml 50ml...
  • Page 2 NPWT Customer Care Details Country Customer Care Center Advice/Service Details United Smith & Nephew, Inc. Tel: +1 800-876-1261 States 970 Lake Carillon Drive Fax: +1 727-392-6914 Suite 110 customercare.largo@ St. Petersburg, FL 33716 smith-nephew.com 24/7 NPWT Clinical 1-800-876-1261 Support Hotline...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Guide Table of Contents Introduction Turn off the device Indications for use Modes of operation Contraindications Clinician information – therapy time Warnings Dressing changes Precautions Clinician information – total time Glossary of symbols Clinician information – battery charge Physician orders Battery power Canister selection Alarms/troubleshooting guide...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction This user manual contains important information regarding the safe and effective operation of the RENASYS™ GO Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system. This manual is intended to aid in the training of personnel and to provide a reference for experienced users. Also included are instructions for commissioning the device, preventive maintenance, cleaning and disposal.
  • Page 5 Power Power Jack Point Power Supply with DC Cord Accessories Carry Bag Strap (available for 300ml canister)

  • Page 6: Indications For Use

    RENASYS device into the MRI suite. Indications for Use When operating, transporting, repairing or disposing RENASYS GO is indicated for patients who would benefit from a suction device (negative pressure) of RENASYS devices and accessories, the risk of...
  • Page 7 As a condition of use, the RENASYS™ device the location of the wound, the volume of drainage, should only be used by qualified and authorized the integrity of the dressing seal, the assessment of personnel. The user must have the necessary bacterial burden and the patient's risk of infection.

  • Page 8: Glossary Of Symbols

    Glossary of Symbols Power Button Keypad Lock Turns the device on and off. Locks the keypad to restrict accidental adjustment of therapy. When activated the light will illuminate. Battery Indication Shows the status of battery life. Flashes when the battery life reaches levels that Audio Pause require user intervention.

  • Page 9: Physician Orders

    • Adjunctive dressings infected or bio-hazardous materials. Canister Selection Canister tubing The RENASYS GO device can only be used with the Connect the tubing Disconnect the tubing Cap the tubing 300ml RENASYS GO Canister and the RENASYS GO Large Canister (750ml).

  • Page 10: Start Up Of Device

    Start Up of Device Setting the vacuum level is a decision that the healthcare provider must make based on an individual The device operates on both battery and AC power. assessment of the particular wound. These general guidelines should be adhered to: If battery operation is required for first use of the device, the battery must be charged from AC power •...

  • Page 11: Turn Off The Device

    Turn off the device The display will show for 6 seconds and then return to main menu. Press the Power button for 2 seconds and the To reset the time: device will power off. Press the Down button to move to clear Modes of Operation time and press the Select button.

  • Page 12: Dressing Changes

    If there Battery Status Indication are any signs of systemic infection or advancing RENASYS GO contains a lithium ion rechargeable infection at the wounded area, contact the battery good for approximately 300-500 recharges. treating clinician immediately.
  • Page 13 Indicator Battery Level Action The Battery is fully charged and has up No action required. to 20 hours therapy time remaining. ► Indicator shows a solid green light. The battery has up to 10 hours therapy No action required. time remaining. Indicator shows a flashing green light.

  • Page 14: Alarms/Troubleshooting Guide

    Alarms/Troubleshooting Guide Alarm Display Message Description Cause Remedy Low Vacuum The vacuum level is low There is a leak in or 1. Check dressing for around the dressing inconsistencies such as or there is a leak in the system for longer than 30 site.
  • Page 15 Alarm Display Message Description Cause Remedy There is a poor seal 1. Switch off the device at the canister to and check that the device connection. canister is correctly fitted. Restart the device. 2. If the above does not correct the alarm, carefully examine the inlet connector to the device and O-ring...
  • Page 16 Alarm Display Message Description Cause Remedy The system has Pump has 1. Switch off and restart Over Vacuum encountered an potentially the device. excessively high vacuum malfunctioned and 2. If the error alarm (of >235mmHg). has reached an recurs, there is a excessively high •...
  • Page 17 Alarm Display Message Description Cause Remedy The system has detected There is a leak 1. Check dressing for High Flow/Leak Alarm a significant leak for more in or around the inconsistencies such than 1 minute: dressing site. as creases, crevices or skin folds.
  • Page 18 Alarm Display Message Description Cause Remedy Inactive The device has been left The device has Either select vacuum in standby mode for longer been left in setting and start therapy This feature available with software than 15 minutes. standby mode or shut off the device version 0.66 and later.
  • Page 19 Gently tap canister to remove excess fluid. Reattach canister. ETSI INTERNAL TRACKING INFORMATION. Please disregard. March 16, 2011 If alarm sounds, replace canister. File: /Volumes/Art/Smith&Nephew/RENASYS GO/Service and Repair Module/9 effective dressing seal.eps 3. Examine the dressing The Quick Click lumen Flush with sterile Blockage is deeper is blocked.

  • Page 20: Accessories

    On the rear of the bag there is a belt loop should you the bag. wish to wear RENASYS GO around your waist. Pull the front of the bag over the top of the device and feed both parts of one zipper together.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    • Dry with a separate soft cloth. • Do not use solvents or abrasives. • Do not immerse any part of RENASYS GO in fluid or use an unnecessarily wet cloth. No fluids should be allowed to enter the device. If any liquids penetrate the device, contact your local distributor.

  • Page 22: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Guidance and Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity. RENASYS™ GO is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of RENASYS GO should assure that it is used in such an environment.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Guidance and Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions. RENASYS™ GO is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of RENASYS GO should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance...

  • Page 24: Cautions

    Cautions negligent handling or damage due to lack of care by the owner, user or handler of the Products including This User Guide is not intended as a guarantee or but not limited to storage, handling or cleaning; and (vi) warranty.
  • Page 28 Questions? Call the 24/7 NPWT Clinical Support Hotline at 1-800-876-1261. With over 150 years of experience in advanced wound care, Smith & Nephew is an industry leader providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of chronic, acute and traumatic wounds across all care settings. Wound Management Smith &...

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