MGE UPS Systems SAM 12 - Instructions for Use; Before Operating Unit; Unit Set Up; Operating Environment

SA 12, SA 14, SA 15 and SA 16 – UK
Operation and Maintenance Manual
Manual 117 Issue 15 Page 7 of 24
3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Before Operating Unit
BEFORE operating your new SA unit please read the following instructions carefully.
Become thoroughly familiar with the operation and maintenance of the unit before using and note the
information on the control panel and rear of the unit. Only persons trained in its use should operate
the unit.
Check that the voltage supply is as printed on the rating plate fitted to the back of the SA unit.
Warning! Always electrically isolate the SA unit from the mains power supply before
carrying out any cleaning, maintenance or repairs. Electrical isolation of the
SA unit is by removal of the mains power plug from the mains power supply.
3.2 Unit Set Up
• Connect the desired collection system securely in place on the bracket(s) fitted to the
side of the unit. More detail can be found later in this section.
• Connect the desired equipment to the patient inlet tube on the collection container
top.
• Connect the unit to the power supply, check label on rear of unit for correct ratings.
Do not obstruct access to the mains power supply, and ensure the power cable does
not create a trip hazard or is subject to damage. Ensure the exhaust outlet on the
side of the unit is kept clear of any restriction.
• Switch the SA unit on by pressing the green rocker switch so that it illuminates.
The lamp indicates the SA unit is operating and ready for use.
3.3 Operating Environment
Operation of this equipment must be within the following ambient condition
+40°C
-5°C
%
80%
30%
Temperature Humidity
Warning! Never operate a SAM suction unit in the presence of flammable gas such as
anaesthetic agents. This is an Explosion hazard!
3.4 Gauge (Manometer) - Indicated Vacuum
The unit has a gauge fitted to allow the vacuum to be set at a pre-determined level and monitored
during use. To achieve the desired degree of vacuum, occlude the tubing fitted to the patient inlet on
the collection container top, and read the indicated vacuum on the gauge. Adjust the vacuum control
until the required degree of vacuum is achieved. (Turning the knob clockwise 

 increases the
vacuum). The SA unit is now set to operate at the selected vacuum.
3.5 External Filter
Warning! Never operate a SA suction unit without a MG Electric filter capsule.
The filter capsules are a sealed disposable bacterial or hydrophobic filter capsule. Both the bacterial
and hydrophobic filters have bacterial retention of 99.9999% ensuring safety and hygiene for patient
and operator. The 0.3 micron particle retention of the filter medium also gives not less than 99.985%
Dispersed Oil Particulate (D.O.P.) and so provides an effective barrier against possible aerosol
contamination. The hydrophobic filter also has an integrated micro porous membrane on the rear of
the filter medium which allows a clear flow of air through one way and an excellent block against any
accidental back flow the other. The external filters are fitted between the vacuum connector and the
filter capsule mount, and can be either a bacterial or hydrophobic filter. The connector, mount, and ‘O’