Welch Allyn Auriflush Ear Wash System - User Manual - Manual (Page 13)

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Troubleshooting
If your SPAH Auriflush System is experiencing problems, consult the following table to
find the symptom, the likely cause and the solution. If the information in this table does
not describe or solve the problem you are having, contact your Schering-Plough Animal
Health Office (see page 97).
Problem Possible Cause Solution
No water is coming
out of the handle
even though I am
pulling the actuator. The temperature shut-off
safety feature has acti-
vated due to the hot water
temperature. Run COLD water through the
system for 10-30 seconds. This
will reset the temperature shut
off safety feature and allow
water to flow again.
Excessive water
leaking from the
ear. The water is not turned on
high enough. Turn the cold water on full in
order for the suction system to
work properly (but still within
the right temperature range).
Lack of a clean
water stream
coming from eartip. Installation of eartip has
caused a problem. Apply a new eartip with the
tab side pointing upwards.
Eartip attachment
problem. Replace the eartip with the tab
side pointing upwards.
Tubing connection
problem. Ensure that both tube fittings
are fit snugly into the chamber.
Incorrect technique. Check the Quick Reference
Guide to verify you are aiming
the water correctly.
There is a kink in the
tubing. Make sure there are no bends
in the tubing restricting the
flow of water.
The tubing on the INSIDE
of the handle is restricting
water flow. Prime the actuator 25 - 50
times until water begins to
flow normally
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