1. Ensure that an ITI Fluid Collection Canister (b) is properly placed in the receptacle of the Therapy Unit (c) Note: Always use a new canister with a new patient.
2. Inspect the adhesive tubing flanges to ensure that they are properly connected to the ITI Foam Dressing (a) and that the connections are well sealed.
3. Connect the distal end of the SpeedConnect™ tubing (d) with the blue tapered connector to the suction port of the Canister (b). Gently twist and push the connector on just enough to secure and seal it. Also, make sure that the clamp on the SpeedConnect™ tube (d) is open.
4. If utilizing the SVEDMAN® therapy unit –
- Insert the “Suction” tube from the Canister (b) to the “SUCTION” connector on the top-front of the Therapy Unit (c).
- Insert the “Sensing” tube from the Canister (b) to the “SENSING” connector on the top-front of the Therapy Unit (c).
The metal tabs on the connectors may need to be depressed to permit tube insertion. If utilizing the SVED® therapy unit, slide canister into holder and press upwards until the canister locks into place.
5. Plug the Therapy Unit’s A.C. Adapter into a suitable 120 VAC, 60 Hz, outlet. Insert the power plug into the Power Jack on the side of the Therapy Unit.
6. Press the ON (1) button to begin therapy. Check to verify the green button light is illuminated. Adjust the desired therapy level by pressing the appropriate pressure button (-70 mmHg, -120 mmHg or -150 mmHg). Software versions 2.57 and higher can operate in an intermittent suction mode with a 5 minute “on” and 2 minute “off” cycle. To turn the intermittent mode on, press and hold the desired setting button then momentarily press the OFF (0) button. The unit will beep “•—•—“ and the green ON (1) button will begin flashing indicating the unit is now operating in intermittent mode. Release both buttons. To turn the intermittent mode off (and return the device to the default continuous mode), repeat the above steps. The unit will produce a single long beep and the green ON (1) button will steadily illuminate. The unit will remember the mode setting when the power is turned OFF and ON. During intermittent operation, the unit will provide target therapy pressure throughout the “on” part of the cycle and approximately -25 mmHg throughout the “off” part of the cycle. By maintaining this lower pressure while the unit is off, the dressing seal is never compromised. This method of applying intermittent pressure also increases patient comfort.
7. Dressing should collapse, indicating the presence of vacuum. Once dressing integrity is verified, turn the irrigation fluid supply on and adjust flow rate for desired therapy.
8. Carefully check dressing for vacuum or fluid leaks and repair with additional ITI Semipermeable Drape (f) material as needed.
9. The therapy unit (c) should be operated at least 22 out of every 24 hours to prevent possibleinfection. |
