Section 5 Care and Maintenance
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5.4. Replacing the S 740600C Disposable Canister Liner
Follow the steps below to replace the canister liner.
Pull canister out of the cabinet at an angle to the left.
1. Turn on the vacuum pump.
2. DO NOT turn o vacuum until step 6.
3. Disconnect the patient tubing from the patient port and cap the port.
4. Firmly seal all ports other than the vacuum port.
5. Disconnect the vacuum tube from the vacuum port and cap the port.
6. Turn o the vacuum.
7. Dispose of the disposable suction canister containing medical waste in an environmentally safe manner per
state and federal regulations.
Install
1. Inspect the canister, lid, and components to ensure there is no damage.
2. Insert the liner into the reusable canister.
3. Press down rmly on the lid to ensure proper seal
4. Connect the vacuum tubing (red tubing on the canister) to the Vacuum Port.
5. Connect the patient tubing (gray tubing) to the Patient Port.
6. Turn on the vacuum supply.
See the manufactures canister owner’s manual 599 0027 for further information.
ACCESSORY
PORT
PATIENT
PORT
VACUUM
PORT
TANDEM
PORT
Figure 5-2. Replacing the S 740600C Disposable Canister Liner
CAUTION
Canister Liner is Single Use Only, Do Not attempt to clean, sterilize or reuse canister
liner. Possible consequences of reuse include: 1.) Implosion, 2) Fluid bypass, and 3)
Exposure to blood borne pathogens.
CAUTION
Dispose of the disposable suction canister liner containing medical waste in an
environmentally safe manner per state and federal regulations.
CAUTION
!
Care should be used by all personnel coming into contact with suction equipment. Wear
gloves when handling suction equipment and hand washing is necessary to prevent the
possibility of cross-contamination.