SA 12, SA 14, SA 15 and SA 16 – UK
Operation and Maintenance Manual
Manual 117 Issue 15
Page 6 of 24
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
SA 12
- General-purpose high vacuum medical suction unit, incorporating one collection container
of 2L capacity. Designed for all medical procedures that require an adjustable high
vacuum. For domiciliary use or use within a healthcare facility. These units are not
intended for field and transport use.
SA 14
- General-purpose high vacuum medical suction unit, incorporating two collection containers
of 2L capacity. Designed for all medical procedures that require an adjustable high
vacuum. For domiciliary use or use within a healthcare facility. These units are not
intended for field and transport use.
SA 15
- High vacuum surgical suction unit, incorporating one Intra-Uterine (IU) collection container
of 2L capacity. Designed for use in intra-uterine procedures. Collection containers fitted
with a wide bore top complete with specimen filter. For theatre or ward use within a
healthcare facility. These units are not intended for field and transport use.
SA 16
- High vacuum surgical suction unit, incorporating two Intra-Uterine (IU) collection containers
of 2L capacity. Designed for use in intra-uterine procedures. Collection containers fitted
with a wide bore top complete with specimen filter. For theatre or ward use within a
healthcare facility. These units are not intended for field and transport use.
The SA 14 and SA 16 are fitted with two collection containers and a simple changeover valve. This
valve enables one container to be emptied and replaced while the other remains in use.
There are no contra-indications.
SA 14 and SA 16
2
nd
External Filter
Vacuum Gauge
Vacuum Control
ON/OFF Switch
SA 14 and SA 16
Changeover valve
Connection to
Collection Vessel
Collection Vessel
Bracket