Atrix VACOS-F220, Omega Supreme Plus Forensic Vacos-f User Manual

Omega Supreme Plus Forensic Series Vacuum Instruction Manual

For Model: VACOS-F, VACOS-F220

UL, UL Canada, CE, TUV, EAC

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY:

1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

2. Electrical shock may occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces.

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended instructions.

5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to Atrix International.

6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges of corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp plug, not the cord.

8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.

11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

12. Do not use without filter in place.

13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

16. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

17. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance of electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER:

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 110-volt circuit (VACOS­F). A temporary adapter may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be
installed. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be
held in place by a metal screw. This unit is also available for 230V configuration (VACOS-F220).

THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY. SERVICING, OTHER THAN NORMAL MAINTENANCE, MUST BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE

REPRESENTATIVE.

1. Release the two front fasteners and open the lid.

2. Remove hose, power cord, and factory sealed forensic filter and crevice tool from cover storage area.

3. Remove the orange plug from the filter cartridge and store in unit.

4. Slide one end of the super flex hose into the filter cartridge.

5. *Remove forensic filter and then remove red caps and attach hose and crevice tool.

6. Plug the female end of the power cord into the receptacle on the vacuum.

7. Close lid and latch securely.

8. Plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

9. Turn on the power switch.

10. These vacuums have a factory installed resettable Thermal Cutout (TCO) for added operator and motor safety. If the unit gets too hot, the vacuum will shut down for approx. 20 minutes. Turn the

on/off switch to the off position, and turn back on in approximately 20 minutes. Your hose may be clogged, or it may be time to install a new filter.

Forensic VACUUM INSTRUCTIONS

Forensic OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

*PROCEDURE

Prepare Vacuum for Use
Tamper proof evidence tape is used to seal the evidence filter. Do not attempt to open the filter chamber. Any assembly
with disturbed evidence seals should be discarded.

1. Remove the round red vinyl caps from both ends of the filter. Keep these caps for later use. Attach the appropriate
tool to the tapered end of the filter.

2. Attach the filter directly to your vacuum’s flexible hose. Proceed with evidence collection. Monitor the amount of evidence collected through the
chamber’s clear tube, and replace filters as needed.

3. After collection is complete or the filter is full, remove the tool from the filter. Remove the filter from the
vacuum sweeper and replace both end caps. This effectively seals the evidence into the trace evidence filter
assembly.

4. Fill out the form printed on the self-sealing evidence/property bag in which the filter assembly will be packed.

5. Initial the evidence tape seal on filter assembly.

6. Place the filter and applicable tool into the bag.

7. Remove the release liner from the flap of the bag. (The release liner is a plastic strip that protects the adhesive.)

8. Fold along the line indicated on the bag. Press flap and bag together along the line of adhesive to form seal. The
bag is now sealed.

9. Tear off the receipt tag from the end of the bag and retain for your records.

10. Forward sealed evidence bag to appropriate crime laboratory.

INTRODUCTION

The Trace Evidence Collection Filter is designed and manufactured
specifically for the collection of >90% of 3-10 micron particle
evidence at crime scenes.
The evidence filters offer one-time use to prevent any possibility
of contamination from one area to another. These filters are sealed
at the factory, and these seals must not be disturbed either before
or after evidence is collected. The seal may be broken only by the
laboratory technician.

CAUTIONS

• The trace evidence filter is intended for one use only. DO NOT REUSE THIS FILTER or CREVICE TOOL.