Welch Allyn Auriflush Ear Wash System - User Manual User Manual
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6. To clean the ear, grasp the patient’s pinna. Pull gently to help straighten the ear
canal. While maintaining tension on the pinna, insert the tip of the handle into the ear
to create a seal. Squeeze the actuator on the handle. By adjusting how much force
you push on the actuator, some control over the flow rate is attained.
7. Aim the stream of water toward the ear canal walls by rotating the handle during the
irrigation. Flood the ear with water. The suction return system will return the dis-
charge away from the ear. (See the quick reference guide for a diagram of correct
water flow).
8. If you wish to administer an additional agent to augment the cleansing effect, simply
inject it into the Injection Port while continuing to irrigate the ear canal.
Use a slow and steady pressure (2cc/sec is recommended) when
introducing an additional agent through the Injection Port. DO NOT exceed
10cc/sec (approx. 15 psi). Excessive irrigation pressures higher than 15 psi
could potentially damage the tympanic membrane. DO NOT inject any
agent through the Injection Port while the faucet water is off. Doing so
could cause corrosive damage to the internal components of the water
chamber and voids the warranty.
NOTE:
Discoloration or staining of the tubing can occur over time due to local water
conditions and/or introduction of Betadine or other ear cleaning solutions.
9. If the temperature of the irrigating water becomes too hot, the unit will restrict the
flow to the handle, while continuing to discharge out the bottom of the unit. For the
unit to reset, bring the water temperature down to a safe level by adjusting the knobs
on the faucet until the water cools sufficiently.
10. Release the actuator and keep the eartip in the canal for 5 to 10 seconds to vacuum
any residual irrigating water.
NOTE: The Auriflush System will reduce your procedure time. All procedure times are
dependent on the consistency of the cerumen, quantity of debris, degree of
inflammation and/or infection and whether or not a wax softening agent is used
prior to cleaning. In severe cases, procedure times may be extended.
11. When cleaning is complete, grasp the tab located on the eartip of the device and pull
the eartip off of the handle with a downward motion. This eartip is disposable.
Please place in an appropriate receptacle.
If there is no water flow out of the eartip and the actuator is depressed,
check to see if the hot water shut-off has tripped by running cold water
through the unit. This should restore water flow to the handle.
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