Buffalo Filter ViroVac User Manual
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ViroSafe® Filter Instructions
Note: Before installing or removing any filter, be sure that the system is turned off.
Filter Installation Instructions:
The installation of the ViroSafe® Filter into the BUFFALO FILTER ViroVac™ Smoke Evacuation
System(s) is quick and simple.
1. Remove the ViroSafe® Filter from the shipping box and discard any protective wrapping. Ex-
amine all filters for damage during shipping and storage. Do not install any filter with visible
signs of structural damage.
2. Insert the ViroSafe® Filter into the filter receptacle. Be sure that the filter is seated completely
against the bottom of the filter chamber and clip is fully engaged.
WARNING: This device is not intended for evacuation of fluid. If fluid is expected to be as-
pirated using the ViroSafe® Filter or the BUFFALO FILTER ViroVac™ system, fluid collection
devices must be installed with the vacuum hose assembly. Failure to install a fluid collection
device may cause filter blockage and/or electrical damage.
Filter Removal Instructions:
1. After the ViroSafe® Filter has been exhausted and requires changing, turn the smoke
evacuation system off and disconnect any accessory tubing attached to the filter.
2. Depress the filter tab and pull the ViroSafe® Filter from the smoke evacuation system and dis-
pose of in accordance with hospital policy. The ViroSafe® Filter may be disposed of or inciner-
ated.
3. Clean the unit with appropriate germicide prior to re-use. Follow the indicated instructions
for maintenance and installation of a new ViroSafe® Filter.
CAUTION: Using any other filter or accessory not supplied by BUFFALO FILTER may cause
damage to the system and/or cause the system to be inoperable and may void the warranty.
WARNING: The ViroSafe® Filter should be changed when the Filter Life Indicator shows red
flashing LED (replace). Failure to change this filter may result in decreased efficiency and
contamination of the electric motor, vacuum pump, and sound absorbing media within the
system, or non-operation of smoke evacuator.
Buffalo Filter P/N:
VV120 & VV220
ViroSafe® Filter P/N:
VS353
Configuration:
Portable or tabletop
ViroSafe® Filters - Multi Port Filter:
4-Stage Filtration In One Casing,
(Pre-Filter, ULPA, Carbon, Post-Filter)
Filter(s):
ULPA
Particle Size, µm:
0.1 to 0.2 Microns At 99.999% Efficiency
Filter Life:
Automatic Factory Set Filter Sensor
Filter Life Indicator:
Timed Replacement