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1. 5 Installation 6 Mode Selection 7 Maintenance 9 Test 9 Cleaning amp Sterilization 10 Disassembly 10 Assembly 12 Troubleshooting 16 Specifications 17 Warranty2. 18 Figure 1 Continuous Regulators Models 3800 3810 3840 19 Figure 2 Intermitting Regulators Models 3804 3814 20 Figure 3 Intermitting Regulator with Line Model 3844 21 Appendix A Processing Recommendations 22 Contents 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 3 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 VACUUM Air or other gases at a sub atmospheric pressure typically expressed as mmHg or cmH20 SUCTION A use of vacuum that causes a fluid or solid to be drawn into an interior space or to adhere to a surface because of the difference between the external and internal pressures Alerts the user to the presence important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the device WARNING Alerts user to actions or conditions that could result in injury to user or patient CAUTION Alerts user to actions or conditions that can cause damage to the device or may result in substandard performance of the device or system IMPORTANT Indicates an action that is emphasized to ensure proper operation of equipment OFF Supply suction is off and patient circuit is vented to at
3. 4 The gauge should be accurate to 5 of full scale FS 5mmHg for 3810 amp 3814 10mmHg for 3800 3804 amp 3844 38mmHg for 3840 for any measurement within the range of the scale If this is not the case please return the gauge to the manufacturer for repair replacement CAUTION Inaccurate gauge calibration may lead to a high suction condition applied to the patient 5 With the control valve in the OFF position suction should be at atmospheric and gauge should read zero With suction port occluded gauge should read zero 6 With the control valve in the REG or CONTIN position with an appropriate collection system attached gt 800cc capacity set the Regulator to the middle of the scale and turn control valve to OFF then back to REG or CONTIN Gauge indicator should not travel more than 20 past the set point before settling at the desired level 7 With the intermitter control valve in the INTERMIT position the factory calibrated cycle will be 4 5 seconds OFF with an ON time being a multiple of 1 6 to 3 times the OFF time Adjust the timing screw counterclockwise to speed up the cycle time and counter clockwise to slow down the cycle time 8 A final important step in instrument maintenance is the identification of the instrument This confirms that a qualified individual performed service to accepted procedures and approved master gauges An ID tag should accompany the instrument which indicates as a minimum
4. Rectangular Adapter The adapter screws onto the outlet and then is unscrewed to remove approximately 3 turns Model 1504 DISS Hand Tight Nut and Gland Models 3800 3810 and 3840 MODE SELECTION OFF With control valve in the OFF position suction is off and the collection circuit is returned to atmospheric pressure by an internal vent port a special feature of the Boehringer design REG With control valve in the REG position wall suction may be controlled to a specific level by turning the large adjusting knob in the direction indicated A spring opposed diaphragm assembly precisely controls the level of suction provided at the lower port of the Regulator within the range of the gauge This assembly senses changes in the patient collection circuit and makes appropriate adjustments to maintain the suction level that has been selected Regulated settings are verified by the large easy to read gauge Model 7800 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit so they will not deliver any more than 230mmHg in this setting LINE With control valve in the LINE position the regulating mechanism is bypassed Full wall suction is applied to the patient collection system through the lower port of the Regulator The LINE suction mode is engaged by depressing the safety spring release and rotating the control valve to the line position LINE setting is verified by the exposure of the LINE warning at the bottom of the gauge label CAUTION
5. date of service individual performing the service and the date of next service CAUTION Have the regulator factory serviced if not performing to specifications See Warranty and Repair on p 15 for details on getting your instrument factory serviced MAINTENANCE TEST 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 10 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Please refer to Boehringer document 3800 044 Boehringer Platinum Series Suction Regulator Recommendations for Cleaning and Reprocessing for guidance This information is available online at www boehringerlabs com or toll free at 1 800 642 4945 Continuous Models 3800 3810 3840 See Fig 1 Regulator 1 Back out lock screw 8 on housing assembly 7 with 1 16 hex wrench 2 Unscrew diaphragm housing 7 from regulator body 3 Remove valve retaining screw 19 and washer 20 with 5 32 hex wrench Pull out control valve The control valve is factory matched to the particular regulator body If multiple units are disassembled take care to keep like parts mated 4 In the unlikely event suctioned material should enter the regulator diaphragm housing it will be necessary to disassemble and scrub the unit as follows a Remove quad ring 10 and Shroud 9 by hand then remove the lens cap retaining ring 1 and lens cap 2 and lens cap backer 3 b Push out diaphragm 3 by pressing on piston stem assembly 5 c Remove piston stem assembly
6. Full line suction may cause damage to sensitive tissue Safety Release For special adapter requirements please contact us at 800 642 4945 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 8 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Models 3804 3814 Model 3844 OFF With control valve in the OFF position suction is off and the collection circuit is returned to atmospheric pressure by an internal vent port a special feature of the Boehringer design INTERMIT With control valve in the INTERMIT position regulated suction to the patient is intermittently turned on and off vented to atmosphere at a nominal ratio of 2 1 on off The ratio is not adjustable and the cycle time on plus off time is set at the factory If the cycle time needs to be adjusted turn the timing screw No 31 on fig 2 CCW to speed up the cycle time and CW to slow down the cycle time Suction may be controlled by turning the large adjusting knob in the direction indicated See CONTIN below for details of the suction control Model 3804 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 230mmHg in this setting Model 3814 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 115mmHg in this setting CONTIN With control valve in the CONTIN position suction is continuous and may be controlled to a specific level by turning the large adjusting knob in the direction indicated A spring opposed diaphragm assemb
7. Regulator weights are without fittings Intermitting Specifications Model 3804 3814 amp 3844 Intermit Cycle User adjustable factory adjusted to a nominal 8 4 secs On Off 500 mmHg supply Intermit Ratio Fixed nominal 2 1 On Off 500 mmHg supply Operating and Storage Limits We recommend that Boehringer Suction regulators be operated and stored at controlled conditions that typically reflect the medical facility environment Boehringer Laboratories LLC guarantees all 3800 Series LONG LIFE Suction Regulators for TWELVE years Boehringer Laboratories LLC will also warrant all fittings purchased from and installed by Boehringer Laboratories LLC for the same warranty period as the suction regulator on which they were originally installed SPECIFICATIONS DISASSEMBLY Warranty and Repair ACCESSORIES DISASSEMBLY Integral Trap Bottle Model 9100 This device will protect your regulators and suction system from fluid overflow The bottle provides a 60 ml backup overflow volume with shut off capability provided by a precision float mechanism Inline Filter Model 7791 This device will protect your regulators and suction system from fluid overflow It is a hydrophobic high flow 1 0 micron filter The filter goes in the patient circuit between the waste canister and the regulator 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 18 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Boehringer Laborator
8. 1484 U Cup 27 33429 Intermitter Spring 12 33418AN Dashpot Body 28 33194 Piston w Magnet 13 33421 Dashpot Split Ring 29 33070 Intermitter Diaphragm 14 33440 Dashpot Retaining Ring 30 33260 Timing Screw 15 33423 Dashpot Filter 31 33067AN Intermitter Cap For parts not available for sale from this breakaway drawing please consult the factory for appropriate service details FIGURE 2 Model 3804 Shown 3814 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 21 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 No P N Description No P N Description 1 1465 Lens Cap Retaining Ring 19 33036 Linear Gauge Piston 2 33916 Generic Lens Cap 20 33610 Linear Gauge O Ring 3 33909 Lens Cap Backer 21 33042 Linear Gauge Diaphragm 4 1466 Regulating Diaphragm 22 33040 View Tube 5 2297 Piston Stem Assembly 23 33038 Linear Gauge Snap Ring 6 33768 Spring Platinum 24 33136 Filter 7 33763AS Diaphragm Housing Assy 25 33124 Tension Spring 8 1479 Housing Dog Point Screw 26 34127 Tension Plunger 9 33764 Shroud 27 33429 Intermitter Spring 10 1461 Quad Ring 28 33194 Piston w Magnet 11 1484 U Cup 29 33070 Intermitter Diaphragm 12 33418AN Dashpot Body 30 34125AS Intermitter Cap 13 33421 Dashpot Split Ring 31 33260 Timing Screw 14 33440 Dashpot Retaining Ring 32 34126 Retaining Ring 15 16 17 18 33041 33419 33043 33041 Das
9. 33797 Spring 760 mm Hg 3840 16 33042 Linear Gauge Diaphragm 7 33763AS Diaphragm Housing 3800 3840 17 33040 View Tube 7 33902AS Diaphragm Housing 3810 18 33038 Linear Gauge Snap Ring 8 1479 Dog Point Set Screw Model 3800 3840 19 1468 Control Valve Screw 8 33582 Dog Point Set Screw Model 3810 20 1454 Washer 9 33764 Shroud 21 1462 Thumbspring 10 1461 Quad Ring 22 1462 Thumbspring screw 11 1484 U cup 23 353 O Ring FIGURE 1 Models 3800 pictured 3810 3840 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 20 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 No P N Description No P N Description 1 1465 Lens Cap Retaining Ring 16 33419 Dashpot Cover 2 33916 Generic Lens Cap 17 33043 Linear Gauge Connector 3 33909 Lens Cap Backer 18 33041 0 200mmHg Gauge Spring Model 3804 4 1466 Regulating Diaphragm 18 33116 0 100mmHg Gauge Spring Model 3814 5 2297 Piston Stem Assembly 19 33036 Linear Gauge Piston 6 33768 Spring Platinum 3804 3814 20 33610 Linear Gauge O Ring 7 33763AS Diaphragm Housing Assy 3804 21 33042 Linear Gauge Diaphragm 7 33902AS Diaphragm Housing Assy 3814 22 33040 View Tube 8 1479 Housing Dog Point Screw 3804 23 33038 Linear Gauge Snap Ring 8 33582 Housing Dog Point Screw 3814 24 33136 Filter 9 33764 Shroud 25 33124 Detent Spring 10 1461 Quad Ring 26 33311 Detent Ball 11
10. tube 22 Then remove view tube piston diaphragm assembly 19 20 21 22 10 Remove the lower lip of the diaphragm from outside of the view tube and slide out the diaphragm piston assembly 11 Remove the upper diaphragm lip from the top of piston and slide diaphragm off piston 12 Remove spring 18 NOTE It is not necessary to remove the gauge body from the regulator body prior to cleaning IMPORTANT Always clean the unit prior to assembly Disassembly Intermitting Models 3844 See Fig 3 Regulator 9 Back out lock screw 8 on housing assembly 7 with 1 16 hex wrench 10 Unscrew housing assembly 7 from regulator body 11 Remove the dashpot cover 16 and filter 15 Remove the retaining ring 14 12 Remove the intermitter cap retaining ring 32 and pull out the cap 30 spring 27 piston 28 and diaphragm 29 Remove timing screw 31 Note the orientation of the diaphragm for reassembly 13 Push the spool out and inspect for wear and corrosion Inspect the ring 13 on the spool for misalignment and or damage The ring will have a small cut in it This spool is factory matched to its mating control valve If disassembling multiple units take care to ensure like parts remain mated for reassembly Note The ball spring and screw shown on the inside of the movable spool valve should only be disassembled if they are grossly contaminated If the relief valve screw is removed note its position and number
11. 5 and spring 6 Gauge 5 Remove the retaining ring 18 using retaining ring pliers From the front of the gauge use thumb to rotate and loosen view tube 17 Then remove view tube piston diaphragm assembly 17 16 15 14 6 Remove the lower lip of the diaphragm from outside of the view tube and slide out the diaphragm piston assembly 7 Remove the upper diaphragm lip from the top of piston and slide diaphragm off piston 8 Remove spring 13 NOTE It is not necessary to remove the gauge body from the regulator body prior to cleaning IMPORTANT Always clean the unit prior to assembly Disassembly Intermitting Models 3804 3814 See Fig 2 Regulator 1 Back out lock screw 8 on housing assembly 7 with 1 16 hex wrench 2 Unscrew housing assembly 6 from regulator body 3 Remove the dashpot cover 16 and filter 15 Remove the retaining ring 14 4 Unscrew the cap 31 spring 27 piston 28 and diaphragm 29 Remove timing screw 30 Note the orientation of the diaphragm for reassembly 5 Push the spool out and inspect for wear and corrosion Inspect the ring 13 on the spool for misalignment and or damage The ring will have a small cut in it This spool is factory matched to its mating control valve If disassembling multiple units take care to ensure like parts remain mated for reassembly Note The ball spring and screw shown on the inside of the movable spool valve should only be disassemb
12. User Manual Boehringer Laboratories LLC 300 Thoms Dr Phoenixville PA 19460 800 642 4945 For 3800 Series Suction Regulators 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Higher Performance Suction Regulators With Self Clearing Technology TM And VSS Validated Sterilization Solution TM PLATINUM SERIES 3800 3804 3840 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 2 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of a Boehringer Suction Regulator We consider our Suction Regulators to be the best in the world We are confident they will provide you with reliable trouble free safe patient care and low cost of operation This product is intended for use by individuals properly trained in suctioning procedures by or on the order of a physician Please read these instructions carefully Contents 2 Definition of Terms Symbology 3 Safety Information 4 Clinical Use 4 Operation
13. continuous and may be controlled to a specific level by turning the large adjusting knob in the direction indicated A spring opposed diaphragm assembly precisely controls the level of suction provided at the lower port of the Regulator within the range of the gauge This assembly senses changes in the patient collection circuit and makes appropriate adjustments to maintain the suction level that has been selected Regulated settings are verified by the large easy to read linear gauge Model 3844 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 230mmHg in this setting LINE With control valve in the LINE position the regulating mechanism is bypassed Full wall suction is applied to the patient collection system through the lower port of the Regulator The LINE suction mode is engaged pulling the control knob out direction of arrow and rotating the control valve to the line position LINE setting is verified by the exposure of the LINE warning at the bottom of the gauge label CAUTION Full line suction may cause damage to sensitive tissue 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 9 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Your Boehringer Regulators have been designed to provide years of trouble free operation Most service activity is the result of aspiration of bodily fluids or other foreign materials into the regulator Your 3800 series regulator is equipped with patented Air Curtain Protection to provide
14. e and slide out the diaphragm piston assembly 15 Remove the upper diaphragm lip from the top of piston and slide diaphragm off piston 16 Remove spring 18 NOTE It is not necessary to remove the gauge body from the regulator body prior to cleaning IMPORTANT Always clean the unit prior to assembly Assembly and Lubrication Continuous Models 3800 3810 3840 See Figure 1 After disassembling and cleaning the instrument assemble and lubricate as follows Parts are available from Boehringer Laboratories LLC and may be ordered by part number P N Part numbers are found in figure 1 at the end of this manual Regulator 1 Lubricate control valve OFF REG LINE over entire mating surface with synthetic lubricant P N 1895 2 Rotate valve as you insert it into the body Remove the valve and inspect for dry areas The valve must have a thin layer of lubricant over its entire diameter without excess in the cross ports 3 Lubricate the threaded sleeve in diaphragm housing 7 and U cup 11 with a light coat of synthetic lubricant P N 1895 4 Assemble diaphragm housing in reverse order of disassembly Do not lubricate the stainless steel shaft of the piston stem assembly 5 or the inside of the threaded sleeve 7 5 Inspect quad ring seal 10 for cuts or wear Replace if needed 6 Assemble unit in reverse order of disassembly Place spring 6 on piston stem assembly 5 and then insert through diaphragm hous
15. een associated with neurological damage and fatalities ECRI Healthcare Product Comparison System US Regulators Suction Plymouth Meeting PA 1999 Always verify regulator operation Spike see page 8 for details before use on a patient Verify operation by establishing the desired vacuum level with the collection circuit and suction catheter attached to the regulator Occlude the suction catheter and note that the indicated vacuum does not rise by more than 10 of the original setting Intermitting Regulators The automatic return of the patient circuit to atmosphere may not eliminate the need for catheter tip irrigation As with any automatic system it is important to monitor the results to be sure that drainage is occurring in a safe efficient manner The fact that the intermitter is cycling is not an indication that effective drainage is occurring The Model 3708 Boehringer MRI Suction Regulator is the only MR conditional regulator with FDA 510K approval The high air flow Boehringer Suction Regulators contraindicate their use with a Vacuum Assisted Delivery VAD systems The 3800 Series Continuous Suction Regulators are designed to provide accurate control of wall suction for use in suction therapy procedures in the operating recovery intensive care unit labor and delivery neonatal pediatrics patient bedside and emergency room The 3800 Series Intermitting Suction Regulators are designed to provide an inter
16. etermine whether the device is truly regulating A safe and reliable regulator should regulate to its set position regardless of variable flow conditions Validated Sterilization Solution for 270 F Steam This steam symbol can be found on all 3800 Boehringer Suction Equipment that has been validated as being able to withstand 270 F pre vacuum steam autoclave conditions See 3800 044 for reprocessing guidelines PARALLAX Inaccuracy caused by observational position of an indicating element pointer to a reference element scale Definition of Terms and Symbology 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 4 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 This product is intended for use by or on the order of a physician It is to be used by individuals who are properly trained in medical suctioning procedures Please read these instructions carefully Suction regulators must only be attached to vacuum systems Do not attach to compressed air nitrogen or oxygen sources Suction catheters collection canisters and suction tubing must be carefully evaluated and selected to ensure adequate function for the specific clinical environment and intended field of use Do not use Boehringer suction regulators in the presence of flammable anesthetics There have been reports of increased intracranial pressures associated with endotracheal suctioning procedures Persistent increased ICP has b
17. hpot Filter Dashpot Cover Linear Gauge Connector 0 200mmHg Gauge Spring 33 34 35 34123 34122 34124 Detent Spring Detent Plunger Threaded Retainer For parts not available for sale from this breakaway drawing please consult the factory for appropriate service details FIGURE 3 Model 3844 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 22 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Appendix A Processing Guidelines NOTE For detailed instructions on cleaning and sterilizing 3800 series Platinum Suction Regulators please refer to Boehringer Platinum Series Suction Regulator Recommendations for Cleaning and Reprocessing Document 3800 044 At any point in time if your facility deems it necessary the 3800 series Platinum Suction Regulators can be cleaned and sterilized in order to minimize risk for patients and staff at your facility Setting the standard with the only VALIDATED sterilization solution VSS 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 23 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Boehringer Laboratories LLC 300 Thoms Dr Phoenixville PA 19460 For Customer Service Or Technical Support 800 642 4945 www boehringerlabs com A free trial evaluation of any of our suction regulators can be arranged by calling 800 642 4945 or 610 278 0900
18. ies LLC warrants to the original purchaser new suction regulators purchased directly from Boehringer Laboratories LLC or from an authorized dealer or representative This warranty guarantees the suction regulators to be free from functional defects in materials and workmanship We also guarantee that our suction regulators will meet our published specifications All regulators returned for repair shall be clean and free from contamination prior to shipment to Boehringer Laboratories This requirement is for the safety of our employees as well as to comply with Federal Law prohibiting the shipment of unmarked biohazard materials If units are returned contaminated a cleaning charge may result A service charge may be assessed on any unit returned that shows evidence of gross abuse Boehringer Laboratories LLC is the only authorized warranty service center for our suction regulators Any repair service requesting a return authorization for repair will be asked to provide the name and location of the original equipment purchaser If this information cannot be provided the repair is not covered under warranty and will be a chargeable repair This warranty excludes acts of God fire flood and acts of war terror or insurrection This warranty is not transferable from the original purchaser Boehringer Laboratories sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty is limited to repairing and or replacing the suction regulator There are no other ex
19. ing assembly 7 7 Install diaphragm 4 into housing with the lip going into groove of housing 8 Cover diaphragm housing assembly with lens cap backer 3 and lens cap 2 Snap lens cap retaining ring 1 into groove 9 Install shroud 9 to piston stem 5 it will snap into its correct position Assemble quad ring 10 to stem 5 then screw the housing into body fully 10 Tighten lock screw 8 to retain diaphragm housing on regulator body groove Typically this is screwed all of the way in and backed out of a turn Ensure this screw does not drag as the regulator setting is adjusted 11 Insert the control valve and position the valve retaining washer 20 before securing it with the valve retaining screw 19 Gauge 12 Slide large end of diaphragm 16 over piston 14 until top ring snaps into groove in piston Be certain the top bead of the diaphragm is completely engaged into the groove of the piston CAUTION If the diaphragm is not seated properly it will rub against the view tube and may lead to premature failure of the gauge 13 Slide view tube 17 over diaphragm piston assembly 14 Roll edge of diaphragm around bottom of view tube and into groove Make sure there are no folds or twists and that diaphragm is smooth 15 Insert spring 13 into piston view tube subassembly 16 Slide piston subassembly with spring up and gauge body facing down into gauge body The spring should sit in the poc
20. ion Assemble quad ring 10 to stem 5 then screw the housing into body fully 23 Tighten lock screw 8 to retain diaphragm housing on regulator body groove Typically this is screwed all of the way in and backed out of a turn Ensure this screw does not drag as the regulator setting is adjusted IMPORTANT Always test the reassembled unit after each maintenance procedure See the Test section for exact test procedure Assembly and Lubrication Intermitting Models 3844 See Figure 3 After disassembling and cleaning the instrument assemble and lubricate as follows Parts are available from Boehringer Laboratories and may be ordered by part number P N Part numbers are found in Fig 3 at the end of this manual Intermitter Control Valve 1 Dry all parts to remove excess moisture before assembly If Autoclaved the piston 28 may not fit properly in the control valve due to swelling of the outside diameter If this is the case allow the piston to air dry for 1 hour and try again The piston should return to original size within 6 hours Heated drying max 270 F can accelerate the drying process 2 Seat the diaphragm 29 around the outside of the piston 28 The smoother side of the diaphragm should be in contact with the cap 30 Seat the spring 27 into the piston Holding this assembly seat the spring into the groove of the intermitter control valve compress the assembly and press the cap into the interm
21. isolation of critical control elements from the inadvertent intrusion of foreign contaminants The routine use of an appropriate collection canister greatly reduces needed service To determine your cleaning maintenance schedule Periodically inspect the overall condition of the instrument Test the gauge accuracy and check the instrument function as described under Test Simply clearing the small orifices in the gauge view tube and the regulator body can remedy many performance conditions see troubleshooting Return to service if the instrument performs appropriately per the Test requirements Based on data from your periodic inspections determine a cleaning maintenance schedule appropriate for the operational conditions of your facility Clean inspect lubricate and test based on your schedule and according to the Instrument Cleaning Instrument Lubrication and Test section outlined below 1 With the control valve in the REG or CONTIN position and a collection system attached with a 14 Fr catheter regulator should control vacuum from 10 100 of full scale FS 2 With the control valve in the REG or CONTIN position and housing turned all the way off with suction port occluded gauge should read zero 3 With the control valve in the REG or CONTIN adjust regulator to the middle of the scale and occlude the catheter Gauge movement should be less than 10 of the setting This measurement is called spike
22. it is vented to atmosphere This action tends to clear the catheter tip and maximize the removal of fluids 5 An appropriately sized collection canister must be used in between the regulator and the patient connection INSTALLATION Patient Connection Port bottom Wall Adapter Port rear Adjusting Knob Extra large easy grip knob turns COUNTER CLOCKWISE direction of arrow to increase suction setting and CLOCKWISE to decrease suction setting INCREASE DECREASE Patented Linear Gauge Allows accurate readings from 180 field of view and never requires calibration Each range has unique color coding Mode Selector Valve Large round knob to easily switch between operating modes OFF INTERMIT CONTIN Must pull out knob to access LINE position This prevents accidental activation of the LINE function 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 7 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Location Configuration requirement Order Number and Description Patient Connection Port Suction tubing attached directly to the suction regulator Model 2469 High Flow Bubble Barb Suction regulator attached to collection canister roll stand or trap bottle Model 1487 DISS Body Adapter Wall Adapter Port Vacuum outlet requires a 90 twist to release the regulator Model 1492 Diamond Ohio Vacuum outlet has a button to release the regulator Model 1493 Chemetron NCG
23. itter control valve Install and fully seat the retaining ring 32 into the groove in the intermitter control valve Replace timing screw 31 3 Lightly lubricate the intermitter control valve over the entire OD mating surface with synthetic oil P N 1895 4 If removed reinstall the detent spring 33 detent plunger 34 and threaded retainer 35 Also reinstall the tension spring 25 and tension plunger 26 5 Rotate the intermitter control valve as you insert it into the regulator body Remove the intermitter control valve and inspect for dry areas The intermitter control valve must have a thin layer of lubricant over its entire diameter without excess in the cross ports and grooves Place the detent spring 24 and ball 25 into the regulator body and reinsert the control valve into the body 6 Thread on the dashpot body 11 and hand tighten to the stop The control valve must rotate freely through its 3 positions and pull out to rotate into the line position 7 Reinstall the relief valve screw ball and spring into the spool if necessary See step 5 of Disassembly above 8 Install the spool ring 13 and insert the spool into the control valve DO not apply any lubricant to the OD of the spool or the ID of the control valve Check for a smooth fit feel It is normal to feel resistance when near the full insertion 9 Install the retaining ring 14 filter 15 and vinyl cap 16 Gauge 10 Slide large e
24. ket at the bottom of the gauge body 17 Press until view tube assembly rests on shoulder in gauge body 18 Assemble retaining ring 18 into groove in gauge body IMPORTANT Always clean the unit prior to assembly ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 13 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Assembly and Lubrication Intermitting Models 3804 and 3814 See Figure 2 After disassembling and cleaning the instrument assemble and lubricate as follows Parts are available from Boehringer Laboratories and may be ordered by part number P N Part numbers are found in Fig 2 at the end of this manual Intermitter Control Valve 1 Dry all parts to remove excess moisture before assembly If Autoclaved the piston 28 may not fit properly in the control valve due to swelling of the outside diameter If this is the case allow the piston to air dry for 1 hour and try again The piston should return to original size within 6 hours Heated drying max 270 F can accelerate the drying process 2 Seat the diaphragm 29 around the outside of piston 28 The smoother side of the diaphragm should be in contact with the cap 31 Seat the spring 27 into the piston Holding this assembly seat the spring into the groove of the intermitter control valve compress the assembly and screw the cap onto the intermitter control valve Fully seat the cap against the intermitter control valve Replace
25. led if they are grossly contaminated If the relief valve screw is removed note its position and number of threads of insertion prior to removal and thread the screw back to the same position during reassembly This sets the intermediate pressure that determines the timing of the spool valve DISASSEMBLY Cleaning amp Sterilization 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 11 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 6 Unscrew the dashpot body 12 and pull the intermitter control valve out of the regulator body Remove the detent ball 26 and spring 25 from the regulator body The regulator control valve is factory matched to its regulator body If disassembling multiple units take care to ensure like parts remain mated for reassembly 7 Replace filter 24 in the regulator body if damaged or clogged Remove by pressing out from bottom side or prying out with a small tool 8 In the unlikely event suctioned material should enter the housing assembly 7 it will be necessary to disassemble and scrub the unit as follows a Remove quad ring 10 and Shroud 9 by hand then remove the lens cap retaining ring 1 lens cap 2 and lens cap backer 3 b Push out diaphragm 4 by pressing on piston stem assembly 5 c Remove piston stem assembly 5 and spring 6 Gauge 9 Remove the retaining ring 23 using retaining ring pliers From the front of the gauge use thumb to rotate and loosen view
26. ly precisely controls the level of suction provided at the lower port of the Regulator within the range of the gauge This assembly senses changes in the patient collection circuit and makes appropriate adjustments to maintain the suction level that has been selected Regulated settings are verified by the large easy to read linear gauge Model 3804 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 230mmHg in this setting Model 3814 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 115mmHg in this setting OFF With control valve in the OFF position suction is off and the collection circuit is returned to atmospheric pressure by an internal vent port a special feature of the Boehringer design INTERMIT With control valve in the INTERMIT position regulated suction to the patient is intermittently turned on and off vented to atmosphere at a nominal ratio of 2 1 on off The ratio is not adjustable and the cycle time on plus off time is set at the factory If the cycle time needs to be adjusted turn the timing screw No 31 on fig 2 CCW to speed up the cycle time and CW to slow down the cycle time Suction may be controlled by turning the large adjusting knob in the direction indicated See CONTIN below for details of the suction control Model 3844 regulators incorporate a safe upper limit to not deliver more than 230mmHg in this setting CONTIN With control valve in the CONTIN position suction is
27. mittent suction source for gastrointestinal drainage procedures The 3800 series regulators may also be used in procedures that require continuous suction Safety Information WARNING CLINICAL USE 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 5 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Continuous Models 3800 3810 3840 Shown with optional trap bottle Intermitting Models 3804 3814 Operation FEATURES Adjusting Knob Extra large easy grip knob turns COUNTER CLOCKWISE direction of arrow to increase suction setting and CLOCKWISE to decrease suction setting Mode Selector Valve Square knob to easily switch between operating modes INCREASE DECREASE Safety Release Thumb spring that must be depressed to turn Mode Selector Valve to LINE Mode Selector Valve Large round knob to easily switch between operating modes OFF INTERMIT CONTIN Adjusting Knob Extra large easy grip knob turns COUNTER CLOCKWISE direction of arrow to increase suction setting and CLOCKWISE to decrease suction setting INCREASE DECREASE Patented Linear Gauge Allows accurate readings from 180 field of view and never requires calibration Each range has unique color coding Patented Linear Gauge Allows accurate readings from 180 field of view and never requires calibration Each range has unique color coding Optional Integral Trap Bottle Available for the 38XX models Provides fluid overfl
28. mospheric pressure REG Supply suction is on and regulated output is controlled to prescribed setting LINE Supply suction is on and regulation is bypassed to deliver maximum suction to collection circuit CONTIN Intermitting regulator setting that provides continuous regulated suction to the collection circuit INT Intermitting regulator setting that allows periodic automatic application amp venting of the collection circuit Lo Spike Accuracy of regulation depends primarily on the ability to provide a consistent level of vacuum under changing flow conditions Involuntary pneumatic biopsy or tissue damage can occur when high levels of vacuum are applied to delicate tissue With a Boehringer regulator you can depend on very low spike compared to our competitor s models Spike is the variation in indicated suction as flow in the collection circuit changes from an a free flowing condition to an occluded condition We measure spike as the change in indicated suction from full flow to a no flow condition using a typical collection circuit with a 14 French catheter To test set the regulator to 100 mm flowing and then allow occlude the 14Fr catheter The change in the indicated suction level is Spike Boehringer regulators are checked on the assembly line to meet a specification of less than 10 of the indicated setting for example 10mmHg spike at a 100 mmHg setting An evaluation of a regulator s spike allows one to d
29. nd of diaphragm 21 over piston 19 until top ring snaps into groove in piston Be certain the top bead of the diaphragm is completely engaged into the groove of the piston CAUTION If the diaphragm is not seated properly it will rub against the view tube and may lead to premature failure of the gauge 11 Slide view tube 22 over diaphragm piston assembly 12 Roll edge of diaphragm around bottom of view tube and into groove Make sure there are no folds or twists and that diaphragm is smooth 13 Insert spring 18 into piston view tube subassembly 14 Slide piston subassembly with spring up and gauge body facing down into gauge body The spring should sit in the pocket at the bottom of the gauge body 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 15 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 15 Press until view tube assembly rests on shoulder in gauge body 16 Assemble retaining ring 23 into groove in gauge body Regulator 17 Lubricate the threaded sleeve in diaphragm housing 7 and U cup 11 with a light coat of synthetic lubricant P N 1895 18 Assemble diaphragm housing in reverse order of disassembly Do not lubricate the stainless steel shaft of the piston stem assembly 5 or the inside of the threaded sleeve 7 19 Inspect quad ring seal 10 for cuts or wear Replace if needed 20 Assemble unit in reverse order of disassembly Place spring 6 on piston stem assembly 5 and then in
30. of threads of insertion prior to removal and thread the screw back to the same position during reassembly This sets the intermediate pressure that determines the timing of the spool valve 14 Unscrew the dashpot body 12 and pull the intermitter control valve out of the regulator body Remove the detent ball 26 and spring 25 from the regulator body The regulator control valve is factory matched to its regulator body If disassembling multiple units take care to ensure like parts remain mated for reassembly 15 Replace filter 24 in the regulator body if damaged or clogged Remove by pressing out from bottom side or prying out with a small tool 16 In the unlikely event suctioned material should enter the housing assembly 7 it will be necessary to disassemble and scrub the unit as follows a Remove quad ring 10 and Shroud 9 by hand then remove the lens cap retaining ring 1 lens cap 2 and lens cap backer 3 b Push out diaphragm 4 by pressing on piston stem assembly 5 c Remove piston stem assembly 5 and spring 6 Gauge 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 12 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 13 Remove the retaining ring 23 using retaining ring pliers From the front of the gauge use thumb to rotate and loosen view tube 22 Then remove view tube piston diaphragm assembly 19 20 21 22 14 Remove the lower lip of the diaphragm from outside of the view tub
31. olution Instrument fails to provide suction at the patient port The supply or patient fittings are clogged Replace or clean the fittings Gauge doesn t respond to changes in suction via control valve or adjustment knob Gauge diaphragm is improperly sealed on the gauge piston and or view tube Disassemble gauge and check the position of the gauge diaphragm Gauge piston is discolored Material has entered the inside of the gauge Instrument is contaminated Disassemble and clean the instrument Gauge responds slowly to changes in suction The small hole in the top of the View Tube may be plugged Using a small diameter probe pierce the hole to clear the obstruction Instrument will not shut off or exhibits high spike Dried fluids may have cut the quad ring seal Replace the quad ring 5 and Test the unit as per above procedure Instrument exhibits high droop or gauge flutters on dead ended circuit The small brass orifice inside of the diaphragm housing may be clogged Clear any obstruction using a small diameter probe Instrument fails to regulate suction Piston Stem surface is binding with foreign matter Disassemble and clean the instrument Erratic gauge movement resulting from regulator adjustment Gauge is not sealed Make sure retaining ring 17 is seated in groove on the gauge body and there is no end play in the view tube 19 The unit will not intermit or intermits too fast or too slo
32. ow protection utilizing a precision float mechanism 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 6 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Intermitting Model With Line 3844 All Boehringer suction regulators are supplied with 1 8 NPT female ports The standard port facilitates simple adaptation to any quick disconnect system Fittings are available from Boehringer to adapt to your quick connect system We recommend you purchase the appropriate fittings with your regulator at the time of purchase The fittings will then be factory installed prior to shipping By purchasing the regulator and fittings a complete system simultaneously the factory will apply the same TWELVE Year Warranty of our suction regulators to the fittings as well See page 15 for complete warranty details In the event that you must assemble or disassemble fittings please follow these instructions 1 Assemble desired male quick connect to the wall adapter port on the back of the regulator using Teflon tape or thread sealant 2 Assemble the desired inlet fitting to the patient connection port bottom of the regulator using Teflon tape or thread sealant 3 The regulator is now ready to be placed in service on your suction system 4 For gastric suctioning procedures position the patient port of the collection canister 12 18 above the patient This will encourage slight fluid backflow through the catheter when the collection circu
33. press or implied warranties beyond these warranties set forth above At Boehringer Laboratories we are committed to lowering your suction regulator costs of operation All repairs will be shipped back within five days of receipt of purchase order authorization For quality factory service call 800 642 4945 or 610 278 0900 for your return authorization Ship returns to Boehringer Laboratories LLC Repair Department 300 Thoms Dr Phoenixville PA 19460 New Products We are continually striving to reach higher and higher standards of quality We value your comments and input on our suction regulators If you are pleased with this instrument please find out more about Boehringer Laboratories complete line of suction controls 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 19 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 For parts not available for sale from this breakaway drawing please consult the factory for appropriate service details No P N Description No P N Description 1 1465 Lens Cap Retaining Ring 12 33043 Linear Gauge Fastener 2 33916 Generic Lens Cap 13 33906 0 100mmHg Spring 3810 3 33909 Lens Cap Backer 13 33041 0 200mmHg Spring 3800 4 1466 Regulating Diaphragm 13 33115 0 760mmHg Spring 3840 5 2297 Piston Stem Assembly 14 33036 Linear Gauge Piston 6 33768 Spring 200 mm Hg 3800 3810 15 33610 Linear Gauge O Ring 6
34. r diaphragm piston assembly 11 Roll edge of diaphragm around bottom of view tube and into groove Make sure there are no folds or twists and that diaphragm is smooth 12 Insert spring 18 into piston view tube subassembly 13 Slide piston subassembly with spring up and gauge body facing down into gauge body The spring should sit in the pocket at the bottom of the gauge body 14 Press until view tube assembly rests on shoulder in gauge body 15 Assemble retaining ring 23 into groove in gauge body Regulator 16 Lubricate the threaded sleeve in diaphragm housing 7 and U cup 11 with a light coat of synthetic lubricant P N 1895 17 Assemble diaphragm housing in reverse order of disassembly Do not lubricate the stainless steel shaft of the piston stem assembly 5 or the inside of the threaded sleeve 7 18 Inspect quad ring seal 10 for cuts or wear Replace if needed 19 Assemble unit in reverse order of disassembly Place spring 6 on piston stem assembly 5 and then insert through diaphragm housing assembly 7 20 Install diaphragm 4 into housing with the lip going into groove of housing 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 14 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 21 Cover diaphragm housing assembly with lens cap backer 3 and lens cap 2 Snap lens cap retaining ring 1 into groove 22 Install shroud 9 to piston stem 4 it will snap into its correct posit
35. sert through diaphragm housing assembly 7 21 Install diaphragm 4 into housing with the lip going into groove of housing 22 Cover diaphragm housing assembly with lens cap backer 3 and lens cap 2 Snap lens cap retaining ring 1 into groove 23 Install shroud 9 to piston stem 5 it will snap into its correct position Assemble quad ring 10 to stem 5 then screw the housing into body fully 24 Tighten lock screw 8 to retain diaphragm housing on regulator body groove Typically this is screwed all of the way in and backed out of a turn Ensure this screw does not drag as the regulator setting is adjusted IMPORTANT Always test the reassembled unit after each maintenance procedure See the Test section for exact test procedure 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 16 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Complete Technical Manuals and Service Bulletins can be found at http www boehringerlabs com support suction regulator technical manuals php Video Tips and Techniques for use and repair can be found at http www boehringerlabs com support video product videos php http www youtube com boehringerlabsllc Boehringer Suction Regulators have been designed for years of trouble free service Should you experience difficulty that is not the result of damage to the instrument the most likely cause is aspiration of dirt and or fluids into the Regulator Symptom Probable Cause S
36. timing screw 30 3 Lightly lubricate the intermitter control valve over the entire OD mating surface with synthetic oil P N 1895 4 Rotate the intermitter control valve as you insert it into the regulator body Remove the intermitter control valve and inspect for dry areas The intermitter control valve must have a thin layer of lubricant over its entire diameter without excess in the cross ports and grooves Place the detent spring 25 and ball 26 into the regulator body and reinsert the control valve into the body 5 Thread on the dashpot body 12 and hand tighten to the stop The control valve must rotate freely through its 3 positions 6 Reinstall the relief valve screw ball and spring into the spool if necessary See step 5 of Disassembly above 7 Install the spool ring 13 and insert the spool into the control valve DO not apply any lubricant to the OD of the spool or the ID of the control valve Check for a smooth fit feel It is normal to feel resistance when near the full insertion 8 Install the retaining ring 14 filter 15 and vinyl cap 16 Gauge 9 Slide large end of diaphragm 21 over piston 19 until top ring snaps into groove in piston Be certain the top bead of the diaphragm is completely engaged into the groove of the piston CAUTION If the diaphragm is not seated properly it will rub against the view tube and may lead to premature failure of the gauge 10 Slide view tube 22 ove
37. w The Timing Screw is not adjusted properly Adjust timing screw 31 CCW to speed up and CW to slow down IMPORTANT Always test the reassembled unit after each maintenance procedure See the Test section for exact test procedure TROUBLESHOOTING DISASSEMBLY 3800 019 Rev H P N 33784 17 of 23 Released October 2015 User Manual 3800 3804 3810 3814 3840 3844 Inlet and outlet fittings 1 8 NPT Gauge accuracy ANSI Class B 5 FS 5mmHg 3810 amp 3814 10mm Hg 3800 amp 3804 38mm Hg 3840 Regulation Accuracy 10 FS from full flow to zero flow with 14 FR catheter attached Leak rate in OFF position less than 1 cc min Free Air Flow Greater than 38 LPM with regulator set to 100 mmHg at standard JCAHO supply 305mmHg 180 SCFH and a typical collection circuit Materials polycarbonate hard anodized aluminum stainless steel Buna rubber acetal copolymer Model Regulation Range User Selectable Modes Wt lb H x W x D in 3800 20 200 mm Hg Off Regulated Control Line source vacuum 1 35 5 x 2 x 4 3804 20 200 mm Hg Off Intermitting Continuous 1 64 5 x 4 x 4 3810 10 115mm Hg Off Regulated Control 1 35 5 x 2 x 4 3814 10 115mm Hg Off Intermitting Continuous 1 64 5 x 4 x 4 3840 76 760 mm Hg Off Regulated Control Line source vacuum 1 35 5 x 2 x 4 3844 20 200 mm Hg Off Intermitting Continuous Line 1 64 5 x 4 x 4
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