CLEMENTS
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Once suctioning is finished, remove the tube slowly from the patient.
Unsnap the filled Collection jar and Cannula from the Pump Handle.
Place the filled Jar and tubing into a poly bag; seal bag and dispose
of appropriately.
Overflow Protection Mechanism
The eVAC Hand Operated Suction Pump is equipped with an
overflow protection mechanism which will engage once the jar is
filled. It is not possible to continue squeezing the handle once the
Collection Jar is full; extremely high resistance will be felt. When this
happens, empty the Collection Jar or replace with a back-up jar for
further suctioning. The overflow protection mechanism will ensure
that the fluid will not enter the housing of the Pump Handle
assembly once the Collection Jar is full.
When the suction port of the cap is pointed towards the floor, a
flapper valve will close to avoid spilling the aspirated contents from
the Collection Jar.
If the tip of the Suction Cannula becomes blocked, increased
resistance will be felt and the Pump handle will become difficult to
operate. Do not continue suctioning and lift the Suction Cannula
away from the occlusion. Remove the blockage from the tip of the
Cannula by disconnecting and shaking until clear, or replace with a
fresh cannula.
If the pump is turned upside down, the overflow protection
mechanism will be engaged and it will be impossible to suction. If a
sudden resistance is felt during suctioning and the Collection Jar is
not full, then the overflow protection mechanism may have become
engaged. Disconnect the Collection Jar from the Pump to release the
vacuum; shake the jar slightly to reset and reconnect. This should
disengage the overflow protection mechanism.
Note: When disconnecting the Collection Jar from the Pump, it is
important to pull apart to separate—do NOT twist. Twisting can
result in damage to the end stops.
Directions For Use
