EN
SET-UP
1.
Your unit was shipped with the battery disconnected. Connect battery and charge before first
use. Refer to Battery Replacement section for instructions.
2.
Place clear side of filter labeled IN directly into canister's lid.
3.
With filter attached to canister, directly insert into the front port. Both the filter and the bottom
support secure the canister to the unit (FIG. 1 & 2).
4.
The 6' (1.8m) patient tubing can now be connected to the canister lid at the outlet labeled
<Patient>.
5.
Ensure that all connections are secure before use to prevent leaks.
6.
Verify that the unit is at the desired suction level before beginning patient suctioning.
How To oPERATE yoUR SUCTIon UnIT
Control Panel Symbols
On/Off
External power: Supplied from AC or DC power cord. Illuminates in GREEN when power is
supplied.
Battery charging: Illuminates in YELLOW. The light will go out when the battery is fully charged.
Low battery: illuminates in RED when battery reaches a discharge state.
Suction level setting: Scale/strength illuminates in GREEN. This scale shows the level of
mmHg
suction strength in mmHg.
Power Source Options
AC OPERATION - Plug the 90° power connector of AC to DC adapter/charger into DC power
input (FIG 3) and attach the line cord. Plug the other end of AC adapter into a grounded AC supply.
12V DC OPERATION - Plug the small 90° power connector of DC power cord into DC power
input (FIG 3). Plug large end of cord into 12V DC power receptacle of vehicle.
BATTERY OPERATION - Your unit is equipped with a high capacity rechargeable battery. For initial
charge on new unit, fully charge the battery for a minimum of 5 hours (see Battery Charging). To
operate unit from the rechargeable battery, ensure that no external power sources are plugged into
the suction unit.
NOTE
– During charging or operating, the power supply may become warm to touch; this is
normal.
If the unit does not receive external power or the battery has not been charged,
the low battery indicator light will remain on and the performance of the unit will
drop rapidly. If Low Battery symbol lights, switch to another power source to
avoid an interrupted suction procedure.
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