Precision Medical Continuous Vacuum Regulator - Manual (Page 5)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Inspect the Vacuum Regulator for visual damage before use,
DO NOT USE if damaged.
NOTE: Overflow protection should be used with the Vacuum Regulator.
(i.e. Filter, Vac Trap, Canister equipped with shut off).
1. turn the selector Knob to the “off” position.
2. Attach the Vacuum Regulator to the vacuum source.
A. REG mODE (Regulated mode) ALL MODELS
1. turn the selector Knob to the “reG.” position.
2. Block the bottom port of the Regulator.
3. Using the Regulator knob, set the desired vacuum.
To INCREASE vacuum - Turn knob CLOCKWISE
To DECREASE vacuum - Turn knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE
B. LINE mODE (Full, unregulated vacuum)
PM3100 & PM3600 SERIES ONLY
1. turn the selector Knob to the “Line’ position.
3. turn the selector Knob to the “off” position to turn the regulator off.
WARNING
• when turning the vacuum regulator to “reG.” from “Line” or
“off”, the vacuum level will return to its previously regulated
setting. Vacuum may be set at improper level for procedure.
• ALWAYS confirm vacuum setting prior to performing procedure.
• The vacuum CANNOT be regulated when the Selector knob is
set to the “Line” position.
• Full Line Vacuum is present between settings.
REGULATE MODE
• Turn selector knob fully clockwise to the regulator mode and
confirm vacuum setting before use.
LINE MODE
• Turn the selector knob fully counterclockwise for line vacuum
and confirm vacuum settings before use.
CAUTION
DO NOT operate the Vacuum Regulator when the collection
canister is “full”. this may cause loss of vacuum and damage to
the Vacuum Regulator. This will void the warranty.