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  • Page 1 ACCUVAC Basic Suction pump Description and Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5.3 After aspiration ... 26 canister 5.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic . . . 26 10.2 Accessories ....50 10.3 Replacement parts .

  • Page 3: Overview

    1. Overview ACCUVAC Basic from front with disposable collection canister 7 Disposable 5 Membrane keyboard canister 6 Release catch -0,6 -0,4 -0,2 -0,8 -1,0 2 Vacuum control 4 On/Off switch 1 Pressure gage 3 Voltage indicator 8 Motor unit 9 Tube holder plate...
  • Page 4 ACCUVAC Basic interior Disposable collection canister 15 Fuse F100 16 Fuse F101 (hidden) 20 Elbow connector 21 Aspiration tube with fingertip 22 Disposable bag 23 Elbow connector for collection canister 24 Vacuum tube 25 Collection canister 26 Holder 19 Plug X101...

  • Page 5: Symbols On The Rating Plate

    1.1 Symbols on the rating plate Symbol Meaning Serial number of device Year of manufacture Direct voltage CE symbol (confirms that the product conforms to the applicable European directives) Degree of protection against electric shock: appliance type BF IPX1 Protection against ingress of water Do not dispose of device in domestic waste 1.2 Symbols on the packaging Symbol...

  • Page 6: Special Symbols On The Appliance

    1.3 Special symbols on the appliance Re-usable collection canister The symbol on the filter cover draws attention to the built-in bacteria filter. This must be changed or ster- ilized after use to prevent the risk of infection (see “6. Hygienic preparation” on page 30). Overview...

  • Page 7: Description

    • deflating vacuum matresses and inflatable splints. In expert hands, the ACCUVAC Basic can eliminate obstructions in the airways and so prevent the risk of respiratory failure. It can be used in buildings, in the open air and during transport.

  • Page 8: Function

    2.2 Function An electrically operated diaphragm pump generates the vacuum necessary for aspiration. The appliance can optionally be powered by a re- chargeable internal power pack or can also be sup- plied by an external direct voltage source with 12.0 - 13.8 V.
  • Page 9 An overfill system prevents secretions from entering the motor unit. The ball floats on the surface of the secretion until it blocks the exit. Disposable collection canister The disposable collection canister consists of the col- lection canister itself, the disposable collection bag, the aspiration tube with fingertip and the vacuum tube.
  • Page 10 Important The AC adapter/charger plug is only designed for charging the power pack with the appliance switched off. It must not be used to operate the ap- pliance itself, as this will overload it and cause it to overheat. The voltage indicator shows the charge status of the power pack.

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Before starting to work with ACCUVAC Basic, you must understand how to operate it. • ACCUVAC Basic should be used only if you are medically qualified and have received training in aspiration techniques. Severe physical damage may be caused by incorrect use.
  • Page 12 • Have servicing and repair work performed only by the manufacturer, WEINMANN Emergency, or by professional staff. • The plug-in charger is only intended for charging the power pack with the appliance switched off.
  • Page 13 • Do not use any cellphones in the immediate vi- cinity of ACCUVAC Basic. It is possible to oper- ate the ACCUVAC Basic without any problems in the patient area of an ambulance, even if a cellphone is in use in the cab.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    4. Assembly ACCUVAC Basic is supplied ready for use. Important Before using ACCUVAC Basic for the first time, fully charge the power pack (see “5.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic” on page 26). 4.1 Assembly with wall bracket If the WM 15208 wall bracket is not included in the scope of supply of your appliance, you may order the wall bracket as a accessory.
  • Page 15 If ACCUVAC Basic appliance is switched off, it will automatically be charged up from the DC power source. 9. To remove the ACCUVAC Basic from the brack- et ready for use, press the release catch and lift ACCUVAC Basic out of the wall bracket.

  • Page 16: Fitting A Re-Usable Collection

    4.2 Fitting a re-usable collection canister With the conversion kit WM 15261 you can also mount a re-usable collection canister instead of a disposable collection canister. 1. Disconnect the vacuum tube from the intake connector of the motor unit. 2. Remove the disposable collection canister from its holder.

  • Page 17: Fitting A Disposable Collection

    4.3 Fitting a disposable collection canister The conversion kit WM 15930 can be used to fit a disposable collection canister in place of a re-usable collection canister. 1. Remove the re-usable collection container from the motor unit. 2. Unscrew the holder from the motor unit. 3.

  • Page 18: Inserting The Disposable Collection Bag

    4.4 Inserting the disposable collection bag 1. Insert a new disposable collection bag. 2. Push a new aspiration tube onto the elbow connector of the disposable collection bag. 3. Switch on the device. 4. Set the vacuum of -0.8 bar on the device and connect the patient connection.

  • Page 19: Fitting A Rinsing Glass

    rinsing glass (see “4.6 Fitting a rinsing glass” on page 19). 1. Use the velcro-type strips to attach the accessory bag to the loops on the motor unit. 4.6 Fitting a rinsing glass On the left side of the appliance it is possible to fit an additional collection canister in the form of a rinsing glass for holding a rinsing liquid, e.g.
  • Page 20 5. Fix the holder to the left side of the appliance. 6. Push the rinsing glass into the holder. Assembly...

  • Page 21: Operation

    LED for the power indicator and the green LED for the button lights up. Do not switch on ACCUVAC Basic while there is still a vacuum. This would cause the pump motor to draw too much current when switching on, which could actuate fuse F101.

  • Page 22: Aspiration

    Wait until the pressure gage shows a constant vacuum. Now use the vacuum control to set the desired vacuum. ACCUVAC Basic is now ready for operation, and you can start aspiration. 5.2 Aspiration •...

  • Page 23: Venting The Re-Usable

    disposable collection bag is not wetted with se- cretion. If the overflow valve filter is wetted with secretion, it becomes impermeable and the dis- posable collection bag has to be replaced. Note • Keep an eye on the fill level of the collection ca- nister during aspiration with the reusable collec- tion canister.

  • Page 24: Emptying The Re-Usable

    Emptying the re-usable collection canister If the re-usable collection canister is full to the limit, you must interrupt aspiration and empty the collec- tion canister. Important When removing the collection canister, take care that the secretion cover is not opened accidentally, allowing the contents to spill over.

  • Page 25: Replacing The Disposable

    Replacing the disposable collection bag 1. Take the aspiration tube with fingertip and the elbow connector off the disposable collection bag. 2. Dispose of the aspiration tube and elbow connector. 3. Connect the disposable collection bag with the green cap which is attached to the cover. This closes the disposable collection bag and reduces the risk of fluid escaping.

  • Page 26: After Aspiration

    5.3 After aspiration After aspiration: 1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic by pressing the button marked O/I. 2. Empty the collection canister (see “Emptying the re-usable collection canister” on page 24) or dis- pose of the disposable collection bag (see “Re- placing the disposable collection bag”...
  • Page 27 Reversed polarity can damage ACCUVAC Basic. Charging without wall bracket 1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic. 2. Place the plug at the appliance end of the con- necting cable in the guide slot at the rear of the appliance and push it up behind the cover plate.
  • Page 28 Green: refresher charging Because of the way the WM 10750 charges, the charge LEDs on the ACCUVAC Basic show the status “full” very quickly, even though the battery will not be fully charged yet. You are therefore advised to re- fer to the charge LEDs on the charger plug.
  • Page 29 2 hours at least. Refresher charging Regular refresher charging extends the service life of the power pack. Leave ACCUVAC Basic connected to the external power supply even after the power pack is fully charged. This cannot overcharge the power pack provided the charging voltage is kept within the range 12.0 –...

  • Page 30: Hygienic Preparation

    Hygienic preparation of ACCUVAC Basic and the ac- cessories used must be carried out daily during use and before every change of patient. Observe the in- structions for the disinfectant used.

  • Page 31: Preparations

    6.1 Preparations Re-usable collection canister Important When removing and emptying the re-usable collec- tion canister, take care that the secretion cover does not accidentally come off the collection canister and allow the contents to spill over. 1. Unwind the aspiration tube from the tube holder plate to make it easier to remove the canister and to reduce the risk of the secretion cover coming open by accident.

  • Page 32: Disposable Collection

    6. Remove sealing ring from groove in secretion cover. 7. Remove the filter cover. 8. Remove the filter. 9. Remove the tube holder plate by sliding it to the left to disengage it and then pulling it towards you. Disposable collection canister 1.

  • Page 33: Cleaning, Disinfecting And Sterilizing

    6.2 Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing Hygienic preparation of the ACCUVAC Basic and the accessories used should be performed as described in the following table. Observe the instructions regarding use of disinfectant.
  • Page 34 Rinse in Part Cleaning Disinfecting washing Sterilization machine Collection canister Secretion cover Steam In warm water with Immerse in dilute Rinse at up to Overfill ball sterilization up a mild detergent solution 95 °C to 134 °C Filter cover Aspiration tube Steam In clear warm Filter...

  • Page 35: Reassembling The Disposable Collection Canister

    6.3 Reassembling the disposable collection canister Re-usable collection canister After cleaning, disinfection or sterilization, reassem- ble the parts as follows: 1. Insert filter in filter cover. Make sure that the filter is correctly seated in the groove in the filter cover. 2.

  • Page 36: Disposable Collection

    6. Place the secretion cover on the collection canister. 7. Fit the aspiration tube. 8. Attach collection canister to appliance case. 9. Refit the tube holder plate by sliding it to the right. Disposable collection canister After cleaning, disinfection or sterilization, reassemble the parts as follows: 1.

  • Page 37: Functional Check

    • Aspiration tube with fingertip WM 10733 7.1 Intervals To ensure that a properly functioning ACCUVAC Basic is always available, it is essential to observe the following intervals. Before every use • Perform a functional check (see “7.2 Performing the leak check” on page 38).

  • Page 38: Performing The Leak Check

    Every 3 months • Check the charge level of the power pack by switching on ACCUVAC Basic and reading the voltage indicator. If the top LED of the voltage indicator does not light up, the power pack should be recharged (see “5.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic”...
  • Page 39 7. Switch on the aspirator and select the maximum vacuum of –0.8 bar by turning vacuum control fully to the right. ACCUVAC Basic must reach this vacuum in not more than 20 seconds. If the aspirator takes more than 20 seconds to reach this vacuum, its suction capacity is re- duced.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    8. Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy Appliance does not start, O/I indicator and voltage Have repairs carried out by factory or Faulty pump indicator show ready for by expert personnel. operation Fuse F100 or F101 in appliance Fit new fuse (8.2, page 44) defective Fuse in vehicle plug defective Fit new fuse (8.2, page 44)

  • Page 41: Power Pack

    Have repair carried out at factory or Pump defective by expert personnel 8.1 Power pack ACCUVAC Basic is fitted with a high-grade lead cell power pack. Changing power pack Important Never touch the circuit board, as this can damage the electronic system.
  • Page 42 2. Disconnect the aspirator from the external power supply. 3. Remove collection canister and any accessories. 4. If a reusable collection canister is used: unscrew the bracket. 5. If a disposable collection canister is used: unscrew the holder. 6. Open the case by unscrewing the 6 cross-head screws.
  • Page 43 8. Carefully disconnect the X100 electrical power pack plug connector from the main circuit board. 9. Unscrew the power pack holder (4 cross-head screws). 10. Detach both leads from the power pack. 11. Remove and dispose of the defective power pack (see “9.2 Disposal”...

  • Page 44: Changing Fuses

    Changing fuse F100 or F101 Important Never touch the circuit board, as this can damage the electronic system. 1. Unscrew the case of ACCUVAC Basic (see “Changing power pack” on page 41). 2. Carefully disconnect the X101 plug connector from the main circuit board.
  • Page 45 The minus lead of the cable is round and black. Caution: Check the vehicle plug for correct polarity. Reversed polarity can damage ACCUVAC Basic. 2. Change the faulty fuse. Use only approved fuses (see “11. Technical Data” on page 51).

  • Page 46: Changing The Muffler

    8.3 Changing the muffler 1. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the cover plate (2 cross-head screws). 2. Remove the old muffler. 3. Insert a new muffler. 4. Refit the cover plate. Make sure that the pad stuck to the cover plate is pressing against the muffler.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    9. Maintenance 9.1 Intervals The ACCUVAC Basic requires no maintenance, but please observe the intervals specified for regular functional checks (see “7.1 Intervals” on page 37). We recommend that you have any servicing, such as inspections and repair work, carried out by the man- ufacturer –...

  • Page 48: Scope Of Supply

    10. Scope of supply 10.1 Standard scope of supply ACCUVAC Basic with re-usable collection canister 1. ACCUVAC Basic with re-usable collection canister WM 10709 consisting of: – ACCUVAC Basic, basic device – Re-usable collection canister, complete WM 10630 – Filter, complete WM 10675 –...

  • Page 49: Disposable Collection

    – Mains/charger unit, complete WM 2610 ACCUVAC Basic with disposable collection canister 1. ACCUVAC Basic with disposable ® collection canister Serres complete WM 10722 consisting of: – ACCUVAC Basic, basic device – Disposable collection canister ® Serres , complete WM 10790 –...

  • Page 50: Accessories

    3. ACCUVAC Basic with disposable ® collection canister Serres accessories, complete WM 10789 consisting of: – ACCUVAC Basic, basic device – Disposable collection canister ® Serres , complete WM 10790 – Canister holder for Disposable ® collection canister Serres WM 15931 –...

  • Page 51: Technical Data

    11. Technical Data ACCUVAC Basic ACCUVAC Basic Electromagnetic Appliance class 93/ II b compatibility: 42/EEC – Radio EN 60601-1-2 380 x 280 x 140 (with interference disposable collection Dimensions suppression EN 55011 canister) WxHxD in mm – Radio 370 x 280 x 140 (with re- interference IEC 1000-4 Parts 2–5 &...
  • Page 52 ACCUVAC Basic ACCUVAC Basic Disposable Average sound collection canister: pressure level at ≤ 63,5 dB(A) – Collection canister PC and thermoplastic -0.8 bar elastomer primary: 230 V/50 Hz – Secretion cover AC adapter/charger secondary: 13.8 V – Disposable 0.3 A...

  • Page 53: Safe Distances

    11.1 Safe distances The ACCUVAC Basic is intended for operation in an electromagnetic environment in which high-fre- quency interference variables are controlled. The customer or user of the ACCUVAC Basic can help avoid electromagnetic interference by maintaining the minimum safe distance between portable and...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    12. Warranty Starting from the date of purchase, WEINMANN Emergency offers the customer a limited manufac- turer’s warranty on a new original WEINMANN Emergency product or replacement parts installed by WEINMANN Emergency in accordance with applica- ble warranty terms and conditions for the particular product and the warranty periods listed below.
  • Page 56 WEINMANN Emergency Medical Technology GmbH + Co. KG Frohboesestrasse 12 22525 Hamburg GERMANY E: customerservice@weinmann-emt.de www.weinmann-emergency.de T: +49 40 88 18 96-120 F: +49 40 88 18 96-481 Center for Production, Logistics, Service WEINMANN Emergency Medical Technology GmbH + Co. KG...

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