Olympus KV-5 - Changing Single-Use Liners

SUCTION PUMP KV--5
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FIGURE 3-4
Filter connecting tube
Filter connecting tube 90˚ connector
Microbial filter
(6) Ensure the KV--5 power switch is OFF and the vacuum regulator is set to ‘MIN’, then connect the power cable into
the IEC receptacle on the rear of the unit and a suitably grounded AC wall outlet or isolation transformer socket.
(7) Set the power switch to the ‘l’ position, the switch will illuminate and the pump will start to run.
(8) The suction level can be increased and set as required by turning the vacuum regulator in a clockwise direction. To
obtain suction via an endoscope, refer to the instructions for the endoscope.
(9) Suction should be stopped when the fluid reaches the 1 litre / 2 litre mark.
NOTE
If the liner is overfilled, an integral hydrophobic filter will prevent further suction. To allow suction to continue,
proceed as below.
(10) Change the liner as follows:
CAUTION
The single --use suction liner, filters and suction tubing will contain potentially infectious body fluids. Take
suitable precautions, as dictated by local hospital policy, such as use of personal protective equipment, and
dispose of carefully as clinical waste for incineration.
Do NOT lift the suction jar by the lid, otherwise the lid and jar may become separated and s p illage of its
contents may result.
When using single--use liners, if the liner is over filled or filled rapidly and the KV--5 is switched OFF with the
patient tube disconnected from the endoscope, aspirated fluid may syphon from the single use suction liner into
the patient connecting tube. Always leave the unit running until the patient connecting tube is disconnected
from the suction jar to prevent liquid back flow..
The patient tube may contain residual fluid s o carry holding both ends of the tube upright, taking care to ensure
it is properly drained before disposal in line with local hospital policy.
a) Keep the KV--5 switched ON and disconnect the patient connecting tube from the single use suction liner.
b) Replace the cap on the single use suction liner and press the cap firmly downwards, through the lid into the
suction jar. The contents of the liner are now sealed.
FIGURE 3-5
c) Switch OFF the KV--5, remove the filter connecting tube if required and then remove the suction jar lid. Finally,
remove the single use suction liner from the suction jar and dispose of in line with local hospital policy.