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Genstar Technologies Co., Inc. (GENTEC®) manufactures continuous suction O-ring on vacuum
Under REG mode the
gauge (7) is Replace o-ring.
regulators in two ranges, 0 to 300mmHg (882VR-300) and 0 to 760mmHg (882VR- regulator cannot reach
damaged.
760). These suction regulators provide three modes: REG (regulated vacuum), OFF the specified suction
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(no vacuum) and FULL (whatever is available at the wall inlet). Please take a few level (i.e., 200mmHg or
Regulator O-ring in regulator
minutes to familiarize yourself with the product by reviewing Figure 1 on the next 760mmHg, depending
Internal assembly (4) is Replace o-ring.
page. upon model).
Problems damaged.
The mode is selected by moving the lever at the top of the regulator to the left
(REG) for regulated suction, the center (OFF) to turn off the regulator, or the right Regulator assembly Replace regulator
(FULL) to allow full line suction. (4) is damaged. assembly.
The REG mode provides regulated suction levels as set by the user. The suction Mode selector Tighten or replace
level is set by occluding the suction tubing, then adjusting the regulator knob on assembly (3) is mode selector
the front of the suction regulator to achieve the desired suction level, up to the loose. assembly.
designed range. Suction is increased by turning the regulator knob clockwise,
decreased by turning it counter-clockwise. Under REG mode the
Clean gas assist
4 suction is too strong Gas assist port (6) is clogged.
port.
The OFF mode turns off the suction regulator, allowing no suction at the tubing. and cannot be reduced.
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Mode Selector
Gauge
DO NOT connect the suction tubing directly from the patient to either the
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Ohio/Ohmeda
vacuum trap assembly or the suction regulator. Doing so may permanently damage
the suction regulator and void any and all warranties, express or implied. Chemetron
NOTE: the suction regulator should always be turned OFF when not in use. This
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Ohio/Ohmeda
vacuum trap assembly or the suction regulator. Doing so may permanently damage
the suction regulator and void any and all warranties, express or implied. Chemetron
NOTE: the suction regulator should always be turned OFF when not in use. This
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Mode Selector
Gauge
DO NOT connect the suction tubing directly from the patient to either the
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Corrective
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. # Problem Probable Cause
Measures
Move the mode
READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS The regulator is in the “OFF”
selector to the
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS mode, or is not fully in the
“REG” or “FULL”
“REG” or “FULL” position.
EQUIPMENT. The vacuum gauge position.
needle does not move The adjustment knob is in the Turn the
If you do not understand any of these instructions, or if you have any 1 off “0” when regulator fully counter-clockwise, closed, adjustment knob
questions regarding the use of this product, please contact your is connected to position. clockwise to open.
facility’s training manager, your supervisor, the medical equipment vacuum source.
dealer from whom the product was purchased, or the manufacturer Check the
before operating the equipment. The collection bottle or suction
collection bottle
tube is leaking.
and tubing for leaks.
Do not attempt to repair this device if you have not been properly
trained. Doing so may create a hazardous situation that may result in The collection bottle is too full,
death or serious injury. Attempted repair by anyone other than a duly Empty the
causing the float to shut off the
authorized repair/service center of Genstar Technologies Co., Inc. voids The vacuum regulator collection bottle.
suction.
any and all warranties, express or implied. gauge shows a reading,
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but there is no suction
Carefully inspect and test this product before each use to ensure proper at the tubing. The filters or suction tubing are Change the filters
operation. Do not use the product if there are signs of damage or if it clogged. and tubing.
does not pass the initial suction test.
Increase source
Suction source cannot provide
Should this product require repair or service that will require shipping equipment vacuum
sufficient suction.
the product to another location, bear in mind that United States settings.
Federal law prohibits shipping contaminated products, as they
constitute a biohazard. This product must be properly sterilized and Relief valve (8) is
securely packaged prior to shipping. Replace relief valve.
damaged.
Genstar Technologies Co., Inc. (GENTEC®) manufactures continuous suction O-ring on vacuum
Under REG mode the
gauge (7) is Replace o-ring.
regulators in two ranges, 0 to 300mmHg (882VR-300) and 0 to 760mmHg (882VR- regulator cannot reach
damaged.
760). These suction regulators provide three modes: REG (regulated vacuum), OFF the specified suction
3
(no vacuum) and FULL (whatever is available at the wall inlet). Please take a few level (i.e., 200mmHg or
Regulator O-ring in regulator
minutes to familiarize yourself with the product by reviewing Figure 1 on the next 760mmHg, depending
Internal assembly (4) is Replace o-ring.
page. upon model).
Problems damaged.
The mode is selected by moving the lever at the top of the regulator to the left
(REG) for regulated suction, the center (OFF) to turn off the regulator, or the right Regulator assembly Replace regulator
(FULL) to allow full line suction. (4) is damaged. assembly.
The REG mode provides regulated suction levels as set by the user. The suction Mode selector Tighten or replace
level is set by occluding the suction tubing, then adjusting the regulator knob on assembly (3) is mode selector
the front of the suction regulator to achieve the desired suction level, up to the loose. assembly.
designed range. Suction is increased by turning the regulator knob clockwise,
decreased by turning it counter-clockwise. Under REG mode the
Clean gas assist
4 suction is too strong Gas assist port (6) is clogged.
port.
The OFF mode turns off the suction regulator, allowing no suction at the tubing. and cannot be reduced.
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