9.1 General Maintenance of Suction Equipment. Ohio Medical Push-To-Set Continuous Vacuum Regulator
Below you will find brief information for Vacuum Regulator Push-To-Set Continuous Vacuum Regulator. The Push-To-Set Continuous Vacuum Regulator is a lightweight, compact unit used throughout the hospital primarily for pharyngeal/tracheal suctioning (airway management). Various models provide regulated or full-line vacuum for hospital suction procedures.
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9/Maintenance
Equipment
WARNING: The Pre-Use Checkout Procedure must be performed before using this equipment on each patient. If the regulator fails any part of the Pre-Use Checkout Procedure, it must be
mild detergent.
3. Perform a careful visual inspection.
4. Check that the High Flow Disposable Suction Filter is clean and in good condition.
removed from service and repaired by qualifi ed service personnel.
5. Check that all tubing is in good condition and connected securely to the correct ports.
6. Check the fl oats in the Overfl ow Safety Trap and
Collection Bottle for correct operation.
WARNING: Clean and sterilize all suction equipment if contaminated before disassembly,
7. Perform the Pre-Use Checkout Procedure.
to ensure service personnel are not exposed to hazardous contamination.
tubing, metal connectors, etc, and removing all residue.
2. Wipe all exterior surfaces with a solution of water and
9.2 Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Continuous Vacuum Regulators should be kept in use or used on a rotating basis. Unused equipment may tend to deteriorate.
Ohio Medical vacuum regulators function for decades. They are proven to provide trouble-free service with minimum care.
Maintenance of the vacuum piping system is as important as maintenance of the suction equipment. The use of Collection
Bottles with reliable shut-off valves, Overfl ow Safety Trap assemblies and disposable suction fi lters will protect the regulator and piping system. The fl ow rate at the wall outlet should be checked on a yearly basis and suitable cleaning of the outlets should be performed. The fl ow rate measurement should meet local standards.
Routine maintenance and inspection are important to the performance of suction equipment. The following is a recommended list for care of suction equipment after each patient use.
We recommend the following to determine the maintenance schedule appropriate for each facility:
1. Periodically (as required, but no less than annually) inspect the overall condition of the vacuum regulator.
Test gauge accuracy (section 8.6 Gauge Test) and perform the Pre-Use Checkout Procedure (section 4.4).
If the regulator does not pass, refer to Troubleshooting
(Section 6).
2. Determine a maintenance schedule based on data from your periodic inspections. Follow the guidelines below.
9.2 Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Item
Service Checkout Procedure
Elastomeric parts, O-rings, gaskets, diaphragms, internal fi lters
Minimum Frequency Comments
Every 24 months or as required
As required
If the regulator does not pass, refer to Troubleshooting (Section 6). Repair as needed
Cleaning, lubrication and replacement interval depends on hours of usage and environmental conditions. Replace, lubricate, and repair as needed
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Key Features
- Lightweight and compact
- Provides regulated or full-line vacuum
- Includes vacuum gauge
- Features positive pressure safety relief valve
- Low models have vacuum relief valve to limit maximum suction
- Operates in regulated or non-regulated mode
- Automatically adjusts suction level
- Easy to use and adjust
- Safe and reliable
