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- Page 1 Laerdal Suction Unit Cat. No. 78 00 00 - Reusable Cat. No. 78 00 30 - Serres Directions for Use...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.2 Indicators 9 Troubleshooting – 3.3 TEST-Button – 3.4 Power Sources – 3.5 Automatic Power-save Function 10 Accessories and Parts 4 LSU Reusable Canister System 11 Specifications – 4.1 Overview – 11.1 Classification – 4.2 Parts – 11.2 General Tolerance –... -
Page 4: Cautions And Warnings
The LSU must be placed on charge for a minimum of 24 hours to reach full The LSU is not suitable for use in the presence of battery capacity. The fast charging gives flammable liquids or gases; there can be a danger approximately 80% battery capacity after of explosion or fire. -
Page 5: User Interface
2 fully lit and 1 weakly increasing vacuum settings (see section 11.4 for lit segments). details). The LSU is switched OFF by resetting the Operating Knob to “0”. Even if the Operating Knob is in “0” position, voltage is present on some of the internal mmHg circuitry, when the LSU is connected to mains. -
Page 6: Test-Button
3.4 Power Sources Typical remaining Battery capacity Accuracy is dependent upon the lifetime and The LSU is delivered with an AC Power Cord for condition of the battery, as well as, the condition connection to AC mains and a DC Power Cord of the unit. -
Page 7: Lsu Reusable Canister System
Note: The LSU Reusable Canister System must The Canister Lid contains a Float Ball that shuts not be used without the Aerosol Filter or the off the vacuum if the canister is full or the LSU Float Ball. tips over. To restore the vacuum, remove the... -
Page 8: Use
It is recommended that the Aerosol Filter be replaced after each use or at least once every shift. If the LSU is used on patients in areas where cross contamination is not an issue, the Aerosol Filter should be replaced at least once a month. - Page 9 To remove the Canister, proceed as follows: 4 Safely dispose of the contents of the Canister according to local protocols. 5 Clean the LSU according to section 6.2 and its reusable parts according to section 4.6. 4.3.4 Assembly of the Reusable Canister System...
- Page 10 7 Connect the Aerosol Filter (blue ring) to the 11 Perform the Device Test according to section 7. blue Vacuum Inlet on the LSU. (Color code: Blue on Blue) 12 Wind the Patient Tubing on the Patient Tubing Holder. 13 Place the LSU on charge (see section 6.4)
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Page 11: Quick Reference
Perform the Device Test according to section • Thoroughly clean all surfaces, use a brush where possible. • Place the LSU on charge (see section 6.4). • Rinse in warm water and allow to dry. 4.6 Decontamination of Laerdal Reusable •... -
Page 12: Serres Suction Bag System
The Serres Suction Bag system contains a hydrophilic filter that shuts off the vacuum if the canister is full or the LSU tips over. To restore the vacuum, replace the Suction bag: The disposable parts must be replaced after each... -
Page 13: Use
Check that the lid of the canister is properly sealed: 5 When suctioning is complete, set the Operating Knob to “0”. 1 Block patient inlet and turn on the LSU. 5.3.3 Empty the canister Note: It is recommended to replace the Suction Bag when it is ¾... - Page 14 Suction bag has to be installed into equal size canister 4 Safely dispose of the Serres Suction bag according to local protocols. 5 Clean the LSU if needed according to section 6.2. 6 Clean the Serres canister if needed according manufacturers instructions for use.
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Page 15: Quick Reference
The lid is properly installed when vacuum has reached 500 mmHg. 5.5 After Use 1 Inspect all parts of the LSU for damage and excessive wear. Replace parts if necessary. The Serres Vacuum Connector should be replaced regularly. -
Page 16: General
Warning: Disconnect the LSU from external (see section 3.2.5 for details). power prior to cleaning. 3 The LSU should be placed on charge for a minimum of 24 hours to reach full battery Use a minimum of liquid to prevent any electrical capacity. -
Page 17: External Battery Charger
500+ LED 2 • If it is not possible to place the LSU on mmHg setting and free LED 1 continuous charge when not in use, make air flow for 20 minutes. -
Page 18: Fastening The Brackets
7 Device test 6.8 Fastening brackets The fastening bracket is used to hold the LSU in The Device test is a user initiated test program the optional wall bracket. Inspect the fastening for all models which can identify whether the brackets for wear and tear regularly. -
Page 19: Run The Test
6 After evaluating the test results turn the Operating Knob to “0” to exit the Device Test. Note: To indicate that the LSU is in test mode, the Power ON Indicator will flash rapidly (approx. Note: Do not release the TEST-Button until min. -
Page 20: Evaluation Of Device Test Results
Note: If the LSU does not pass one or more of the steps in this test after suggested actions are taken, the device might need to be returned for service (see the Troubleshooting guide). -
Page 21: Servicing
There are no user serviceable parts inside the cabinet. Do not open cabinet. Please note that wear and tear parts of the pump mechanism should be changed every third year. Refer servicing to personnel qualified by Laerdal Medical, or to Laerdal Medical or one of its authorised distributors. -
Page 22: Accessories And Parts
10. Accessories and Parts Cat. No. Description 78 00 00 LSU w/Reusable Canister 78 00 30 LSU w/ Serres Suction Bag System (Label on back side of cabinet: REF 78 00 xx) Reusable 78 04 00 78 12 00 Aerosol Filter for LSU Reusable... - Page 23 78 04 33 78 02 30 AC-Power Cord UK 78 08 00 LSU Battery - NiMH 78 04 00 LSU Battery - Lead Acid 78 04 36 Fasten bracket left/right 78 04 35 Holder for water bottle 79 35 00 Water Container...
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Page 24: Specifications
11.4.1 Operation with High Efficiency Filtration according to IEC 60601-1 The degree of protection provided by the chassis The flow and operation time of the LSU will be is according to IP34D: reduced when the Vacuum Connector Tubing is •... -
Page 25: Enviromental Conditions
• Cabinet front: Poly Cabonate/Acrylonitrile Dismantle the LSU by unscrewing the screws Butadiene Styrene (PC/ABS) on the back side of the LSU, remove the • Protector for front: Styrene Ethylene Betyl components and sort according to the table in Styrene (SEBS) 11.7. -
Page 26: Symbols
Unique product type identification Warning: The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified, with exception of transducers and cables sold by Laerdal Medical as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased emission or decreased immunity of the LSU. - Page 27 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Laerdal Suction Unit (LSU) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the LSU should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Page 28: Limited Warranty
To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the LSU is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the LSU should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the LSU. - Page 32 8179 Rev I...
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