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Note: Connect tubing according to color code:
Blue on Blue & Yellow on Yellow.
4.4 Reusable Canister System
Quick reference
The assembly of the tubing is
illustrated on the right side of the
LSU.
1 Connect the blue Aerosol filter
to the blue Vacuum Inlet.
2 Connect the yellow angled
connector to the yellow
Vacuum Seal.
3 Connect the Patient Tubing to
the Patient inlet.
4.5 After Use
• When suction is complete, set Operating
Knob to ”0” and inspect all parts for damage
or excessive wear. Replace parts if necessary.
• Clean the LSU and its reusable parts
according to section 6.2
• Perform the Device Test according to section
7.
• Place the LSU on charge (see section 6.4).
4.6 Decontamination of Laerdal Reusable
Canister
4.6.1 Parts to be Decontaminated
After Each Use:
1 Canister Lid
2 Float Ball
3 Gasket.
4 Vacuum Seal
5 Angled Connectors
6 Canister
7 Patient Suction Tubing
8 Suction Catheter Adapter.
1.
4.
3.
8.
5.
7.
6.
2.
4.6.2 Preparation
• Remove and empty the Canister according
to section 4.3.
• Disassemble the Canister into separate parts
as indicated in the picture above.
• The Float Ball on the reusable canister can
be snapped out of the lid.
4.6.3 Rinsing
• Rinse all parts under cold running water.
• Immerse in warm water (30-40°C).
4.6.4 Cleaning
• Immerse all parts in hot water (60-70°C)
containing a mild detergent (see section 6.3).
• Thoroughly clean all surfaces, use a brush
where possible.
• Rinse in warm water and allow to dry.
• Inspect all parts to be visibly clean and dry.
Note: Thorough rinsing and cleaning are very
important steps prior to disinfection.