CLEMENTS Suction Controllers

Safety

Thank you for purchasing this Clements Suction Controller.

For your safety it is imperative that this unit only be operated by authorised personnel in accordance with the instructions as described in this manual. Operated in this way, the Suction Controller will provide years of service.

Due to continual improvements in product design, the Suction Controller may vary in detail from the descriptions in this manual. In the event of further questions please contact your local distributor or BMDi TUTA Healthcare direct.

Copyright © 2010 BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd

The information in this manual was originated by, and is the exclusive property of BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd. It is furnished for customer information only, and is not an authorisation or licence to make this product or to furnish this information to others.

Priory Analysts Ltd
The Pinnacle, 160 Midsummer Boulevard,
Milton Keynes, MK9 1FF, United Kingdom

CE 0123

Contents

• Specifications
• High Suction Controllers
• Medium Suction Controllers
• Low Suction Controllers
• Transportation and Storage
• Vacuum and Flow Definitions
• Installation and Operation
• Spare Parts
• Troubleshooting
• Cleaning and Sterilisation
• Disassembly Procedure
• Parts List
• Warranty

Specifications

All Suction Controllers

High Vacuum High Flow Controllers

Specifications: High Suction Controllers

Infant Medium Vacuum High Flow Controllers

Specifications: Medium Suction Controllers

Low Vacuum High Flow Controller

Specifications: Low Suction Controllers

Transportation and Storage

Environmental conditions for transportation and storage are shown in the following table.

Warning Symbols Legend

[Warning Icon] Caution, consult accompanying documents

Waste Materials

The contents of the collection jars, suction tubing, bacteria filter, internal exhaust filter may contain biohazard wastes. Handle using safe handling procedures, which may include the use of rubber gloves and eye protection, and dispose of according to local protocols for biohazard materials.

Recycling

At the end of their service life, the Controller should be dismantled if necessary, and returned to a local materials recycling centre.

Vacuum and Flow Range Definitions

The graph below illustrates the range of vacuum and flow levels as defined in Section 1, Clause 2 Terminology and Definitions of AS 2120.3 1992 for Medical Suction Equipment and some typical applications.

Vacuum Range vs. Flow Rate

Y-axis (Vacuum Range):

• -760 mmHg / -100 kPa
• -450 mmHg / -60 kPa
• -150 mmHg / -20 kPa
• 0 mmHg / 0 kPa

X-axis (Flow Rate in litres free air / min):

• 0
• 20

Quadrants:

• High Vacuum, Low Flow: Tracheal Suctioning Infant/Pediatric Pharyngeal
• High Vacuum, High Flow: Operating Room Fluid Removal, Adult Pharyngeal
• Medium Vacuum, Low Flow: Tracheal Suctioning Infant/Pediatric Pharyngeal
• Medium Vacuum, High Flow: Tracheal Suctioning Pediatric Pharyngeal
• Low Vacuum, Low Flow: Wound Drainage
• Low Vacuum, High Flow: Pleural Suctioning

Installation and Operation

Please Note!

Clements suction controllers are suitable for a range of applications requiring different vacuum levels. It must be noted however, that to avoid potential harm to patients, it is extremely important that the appropriate model is used for each application.

• High Suction for High Suction applications ONLY
• Medium Suction for Medium Suction applications ONLY
• Low Suction for Low Suction applications ONLY

All Controllers

Carefully examine the suction controller for any visual signs of damage that might have occurred during shipment. Attach the suction controller to the wall outlet with the index handwheel or relative connector.

For High Suction Controllers

1. Ensure control knob is turned OFF.
2. Occlude the inlet port at the bottom of the plastic hose tail or at the tubular inlet / outlet nozzle if a collection jar is fitted.
3. Turn on full vacuum by rotating the control knob fully clockwise. The reading should be equal to the pipeline vacuum.

For Low and Medium Suction Controllers

1. Ensure control knob is turned OFF.
2. Occlude the inlet port at the bottom of the plastic hosetail or at the tubular inlet / outlet nozzle if a collection jar is fitted.
3. Slowly turn on vacuum by rotating the control knob clockwise.
4. When fully open, the gauge reading should NOT read above –20 kPa [-150 mmHg] for Low Suction and –60 kPa [-450 mmHg] for Medium Suction.
5. If readings are above these levels then the procedure is as follows:
   • Turn off vacuum.
   • Check safety blow back valve by pressing the ball located on the bottom of the controller body inwards a couple of times.
   • Repeat steps 2 – 4 above.

If readings are still above maximum level contact your engineering dept., Clements distributor or Clements direct.

General Usage

To set the controller to desired setting:

1. Occlude inlet.
2. Wind controller control knob to register higher than required setting.
3. Allow setting to stabilise.
4. Slowly wind back controller knob to required level.
5. Release inlet.
6. Occlude inlet and check the unit returns to set level.
7. Release inlet, then apply to patient.

Spare Parts

Troubleshooting

Cleaning and Sterilisation

Controller

Warning: Do not immerse or autoclave the Controller unless the gauge, plastic handwheel, and nozzle have been removed.

Cleaning

Clean using a pH neutral disinfectant for wiping or immersion cleaning. Flush after immersion using distilled water and dry before reassembly of the Controller.

Sterilisation

The Controller may be safely autoclaved at 121°C for 15 minutes, once the gauge, plastic handwheel, and nozzle have been removed.

Jar

Cleaning

Clean using a pH neutral disinfectant for wiping or immersion cleaning. Flush after immersion using distilled water and dry before reassembly of the Jar.

Sterilisation

The MAK collection jar and components are all autoclavable. The jar and components may be safely autoclaved at 121°C for 15 minutes.

Tools and Materials Required

1. Small adjustable spanner
2. Circlip pliers
3. Allen key set, imperial
4. Vacuum grease
5. Can of spray, Dow Corning Molykote D-321R Sealer

Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove unit from wall.
2. Remove the hand wheel by inserting an allen key into the brass nipple in the centre of the hand wheel. Make sure the allen key is pushed home into the brass nipple before unscrewing.
3. Remove the gauge.
4. Remove the bronze filter by unscrew plastic nozzle. Replace the bronze filter if damaged or discoloured.
5. Remove the yellow knob by inserting an allen key into the side of the knob and pull off.
6. Remove the circlip and O-Ring (O-Ring fitted to current models only).
7. Push the bronze shaft out by gently twisting and pushing. Once the shaft is out, gently clean the shaft with a soft brush using a degreaser. Wash and blow-dry. Use the same care when cleaning out the bore in the controller body.
8. Coat the shaft with Molykote surface spray and let dry.
9. Coat the bore in the body liberally with vacuum grease.
10. To assemble - reverse the order.
11. To test - knob should be firm and smooth to turn. Vacuum when tested should read the same as the vacuum source. Flow should have a max of 2-3 lpm loss only.
12. Clean any vacuum grease off the body.

Parts List

Medium Suction Controller / Low Suction Controller

Diagram Description: A diagram showing a cross-section of a suction controller with numbered components.

All Clements Suction Controllers can be supplied with alternate wall outlet connectors including:

• BS
• Puritan Bennett
• Drager

All Controllers are available with a 1/8” BSP Threaded Inlet to allow the connector of your choice to be fitted.

High Suction Controller

Diagram Description: A diagram showing a cross-section of a high suction controller with numbered components.

All Clements Suction Controllers can be supplied with alternate wall outlet connectors including:

• BS
• Puritan Bennett
• Drager

All Controllers are available with a 1/8” BSP Threaded Inlet to allow the connector of your choice to be fitted.

Warranty

BMDI TUTA Healthcare Pty Limited ("BMDi TUTA Healthcare") warrants that this product is free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment by BMDi TUTA Healthcare or its authorised agent to the purchaser. Subject to the conditions of this warranty, if the product fails to operate for any reason within the warranty period and the product is returned to the place of purchase at the purchaser's expense, BMDi TUTA Healthcare will repair or replace the product free of charge.

If a valid warranty claim is made within 30 days from the date of shipment, then BMDi TUTA Healthcare will also reimburse the purchaser for reasonable freight costs in returning the product to the place of purchase.

Conditions of Warranty

1. The product must be returned to the place of purchase with proof of purchase.
2. This warranty is only available to the original purchaser of the product.
3. The product must not have had its serial number removed, defaced or changed, its casing opened, its power supply altered or have been tampered with in any other way.
4. This warranty does not cover :
   • inadequate or incorrect site preparation;
   • improper installation;
   • connection to the wrong voltage;
   • failure of the product due to misuse;
   • the use or operation of the product outside of the physical, electrical or environmental specifications of the product;
   • use in a manner or environment in which the product is not designed to be used;
   • improper adjustment, calibration or operation by the purchaser;
   • the use of accessories including consumables, hardware or software which were not manufactured or approved in writing by BMDI TUTA Healthcare;
   • any modifications of the product which were not authorised in writing by BMDi TUTA Healthcare;
   • any contamination or leakages caused or induced by the purchaser; and
   • inadequate or improper maintenance of the product.
5. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear.
6. BMDI TUTA Healthcare will not be responsible for damage or loss caused during shipping.
7. In Australia, apart from any warranties implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 all other warranties expressed or implied and whether arising by virtue of statute or otherwise are hereby excluded.
8. Outside Australia, all other warranties expressed or implied and whether arising by virtue of statute or otherwise (including any warranties implied by the Vienna Convention) are hereby excluded.
9. BMDI TUTA Healthcare' obligations under this warranty are limited to the repair or replacement of the product, within the terms of this warranty and the total liability of BMDi TUTA Healthcare for loss or damage of every kind whether arising pursuant to the terms of the sale of the product or otherwise in connection with the product is limited to the amount paid by the purchaser to BMDi TUTA Healthcare for the product.
10. Apart from any liability imposed by Part VA of the Trade Practices Act, BMDi TUTA Healthcare accepts no other liability for any loss or damage occasioned (including consequential loss or damages) in any way as a result of the use of the product.
11. The warranty does not extend to cover damage to the following parts as they are inherently prone to wear :
    • motor brushes
12. This warranty does not extend to cover corrosion due to any cause nor to any damage to painted or anodised surfaces.
13. BMDi TUTA Healthcare will give the purchaser the benefit of any manufacturer's warranty in respect of any components in the product which were not manufactured by BMDi TUTA Healthcare, if such a manufacturer's warranty is available.