Use Instructions
10 | Safety information
1. Only use products specified in these Instructions for Use.
2. Do not modify the Invia Ease pump or any of the system components without authoriza-
tion from the manufacturer.
3. The Invia Ease pump is verified within the scope of conformity evaluation and is only to be
used with products included in the Invia Ease NPWT system and distributed by Medela.
Medela can only guarantee the effective performance of the system with these products.
4. Before you plug in the Invia Ease pump, please check that your local power supply is the
same as the voltage given on the specification type plate located at the base of the pump.
5. Wireless communication equipment such as wireless home network devices, mobile
phones, cordless telephones and their base stations, and walkie-talkies can interfere with
the Invia Ease pump and should be kept at a minimum distance of 1 foot (30 cm) away
from the Invia Ease pump.
6. Supervision is necessary when the Invia Ease pump is used in the vicinity of children.
7. Do not use the Invia Ease pump if:
– The power cord or charger are damaged
– The pump is damaged
– The pump is not functioning properly
– The pump has apparent safety defects
8. Do not use the Invia Ease products if they are damaged.
9. Never pull the plug out of the main socket by pulling on the connecting cord.
10. Keep the Invia Ease pump and the associated products away from hot surfaces.
11. Never place the Invia Ease pump or charger in water or other liquids and keep the
charger connector away from moisture or immersion in water.
12. The Invia Ease pump must not be used for suctioning explosive, easily flammable or
corrosive liquids.
5.3 Safety measures
5.4 Physician’s orders
A physician must assess each wound when applying this therapy and determine
an appropriate negative pressure setting according to the wound characteristics.
Changes to the therapy should only be done as prescribed by a physician.