Instruction Manual

Do not use endotracheal length catheter in patient with tracheostomy tube. The extra length may cause mucosal tissue
injured. Do not use tracheostomy length catheters for endotracheal tubes. The short length will result in insufficient suction-
ing.
This is single use product. Do not reuse or resterilize this device. Reuse and resterilization may lead to the device not per-
forming as intended, malfunction or create a risk of cross infection.
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Do not CUT endotracheal tube while Closed Suction System is attached. Otherwise, the suction catheter may be cut and the cut
portion of catheter may be aspirated into lower respiratory tract.
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Caution
Check the product package before use. Do not use if product packaging has been damaged.
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Withdraw suction catheter from the patients until the black marking can be seen on the distal side of patient-end adaptor.
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Do not pull suction catheter out of patient-end adaptor.
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The product should be handled by trained and qualified clinicians.
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Rx Only – Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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For series used with tracheostomy tubes, the length of catheter is 305mm and is indicated on the pack.
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Do not leave catheter within the airway, it will cause increased airway resistance.
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Always place the vacuum control device in the locked position when not in use.
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Recommended vacuum settings 80 to 120mm/Hg.
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The entire suction procedure should last no longer than 10 to 15 seconds.
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When used in conjunction with other manufacture’s products always refer to their instruction for use.
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Excess fluid in heat and moisture exchangers (HMEs) or heat moisture exchanging filters (HMEFs) may increase resistance to
flow. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and replace HME(F).
There are no standard connections for suction tubing, hospitals should qualify the tubing fits the series of Sunset Standard Closed
Suction Systems.
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Inspect the package before opening. Ensure the product has not been compromised.
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Select the appropriate catheter length and size following clinical guideline. It is recommended that the catheter size is no more
than half the size of patient’s artificial airway.
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Warning
Pre-Use Check
Keep dry
Keep away from sunlight
Catalog number
Date of manufacture
Manufacturer
Batch code
Use by date
Do not use if package is damaged
Do not reuse
Do not resterilise
Consult instructions for use
Temperature limitation
Upper limit: 49°C
Lower limit: 5°C
49°C
5°C
Does not contain natural rubber latex
Do not use in MRI
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