Ohio Medical 1200cc User guide

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1200cc Suction Canister

INTENDED USE: For the collection and disposal of aspirated uids.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

1. Gently shake lid to verify shut-off mechanism moves freely.

2. Place lid on canister and press firmly around entire perimeter.

3. Take right angle connectors (elbows) out of bags found in lid packages and
apply tightly to patient and vacuum ports.

Note: The patient tube can be placed directly on patient port without

an elbow if desired.

4. Apply pour spout cap firmly over pour spout and apply tandem port cap tightly
over tandem port if not being used.

5. Attach patient tube to patient port and vacuum tube to vacuum port. Be sure
tubing fits snugly.

6. Check all caps and connections for proper seal. Test the assembly for vacuum
leaks by turning on vacuum source and occluding the patient tubing with finger
or thumb.

7. To eliminate fluid contamination in vacuum line, make sure vacuum line is
attached to vacuum port.

DISPOSAL

1. Turn off vacuum source and disconnect all tubing.

2. Seal vacuum and patient ports with attached port caps.

3. Remove canister from bracket and transport to disposal area. Do not lift

canister by lid. The weight of the contents may cause the lid to
separate from the canister.

4. Dispose of according to hospital policy.

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P

V

P = PATIENT
V = VACUUM
T = TANDEM
S = POUR SPOUT

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CAUTION

• Single Use Only. Do not attempt to clean, sterilize or reuse canister. Possible consequences of
reuse include: 1) implosion, 2) fluid bypass, 3) exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

• Do not exceed vacuum level of 25" (640mm) Hg.

• Not recommended for use in liposuction procedures.

• Do not apply continuous vacuum longer than 24 hours.

• Not intended as a measuring device, only for general reference, not specific measurement.

• Canister contents are considered potentially hazardous. Use appropriate PPE and handle accordingly.

• Check expiration date on canister for use-by-date (if applicable).

• Store in a dark place. Long term exposure to light may compromise product performance and
result in breakage during use.

Loss of Vacuum: Check that vacuum is on, canister is properly sealed, and that all connections are tight and
tubing is not kinked. If loss continues, replace canister.

Report any product malfunctions or complaints to Ohio Medical LLC using the contact information below.

Ohio Medical LLC — 1111 Lakeside Drive, Gurnee IL 60031 — 847-855-0500 — www.ohiomedical.com

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