Ambu® aScope™ - Quick Guide

1. Functions The Ambu® aScope™ can be used/switched on for a total of

30 minutes within an 8 hour period from first switching on. When the 30 minutes or 8 hour period is exceeded the power to the aScope system is switched off. The timer within the aScope is independent of the aScope Monitor and will remember at which point the aScope was switched on/off. The time remaining for the aScope will be shown as symbols on the aScope Monitor at all times when powered on and connected. Do not disconnect the aScope from the aScope Monitor within the first two minutes.

The reusable monitor displays the video image from the aScope.

Fully charged battery(green).

Half battery capacity (orange).

Low battery capacity (red).

Battery error (the power plug is connected but the battery is not charging).

Full time left - 8 hours. Operation time 30 minutes (green).

Half time left (orange).

Time is expiring. Less than 5 minutes left (red).

Plug is connected and the monitor battery is fully charged (green).

Plug is connected and the monitor battery is half charged (orange).

Plug is connected and the monitor battery power is low (red).

Ambu® aScope™ operation time icons

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Ambu® aScope™ Monitor battery icons

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Start-up picture

Scope time expired

2. Connecting the system

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3. Preparation for use Ensure that the endotracheal tube slides over the insertion cord without resistance. The aScope can

be used with ET tubes size 6 and upward. If there is resistance put a small amount of lubrication half way up the aScope cord to ease tube passage. Do not get lubrication or any other contaminant on the tip of the aScope. Place the ET tube on the green parking device at the top of the aScope cord.

If you are using a preformed ET tube unbend it before inserting the cord of the aScope through it. Antifogging agent is not required with this device.

No additional lubrication is required. The aScope has an easy glide surface. Carefully slide the bending control lever forward and backwards in each direction until it stops.

Confirm that the bending section functions smoothly and correctly.

Slide the bending lever slowly to its neutral position. Confirm that the bending section returns smoothly to an approximately straight position.

Connect the aScope to the aScope Monitor to check picture signal.

Always have an additional aScope or reusable scope to hand as a precaution.

Time remaining counts down in minutes from 5 minutes to one minute.

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Connect the plug on the aScope cable to the socket on the front of the aScope Monitor.

Push the ON/OFF button on the aScope Monitor to start up the system. After about 10 seconds the aScope Monitor is ready to display the view.

Push the ON/OFF button on the aScope.

Warning: Read Directions For Use before using the Ambu® aScope™ and Ambu® aScope™ Monitor.

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Ambu® aScope™ - Quick Guide

4. Preparation for use The aScope Monitor can be placed on a flat surface or secured to an

I.V pole using the bracket supplied. The bracket also has a hook that facilitates easy, accessible storage of the Ambu aScope via the hole in the top of the aScope pouch.

Most users find the default contrast and brightness settings to be

optimal but these can be adjusted if required.

Consider dimming the OR/anaesthetic room lights to see the image from the aScope more clearly.

Check the battery indicator on the aScope Monitor.

If the time remaining is not sufficient for the procedure – charge the monitor by plugging it into the mains.

5. Insertion of the aScope Before inserting the aScope in to either the oral or nasal cavity use an independent suction device,

such as a Yankauer Catheter to remove as many secretions as possible.

Keep the cord of the aScope as straight as possible by holding the handle of the aScope high. This increases the range of movement of the tip and allows you more control.

Although not necessary, consider if a guiding device, such as a Berman airway might be helpful. Advance the aScope slowly, allowing the light of the camera to re-adjust at each stage.

Advancement needs to be slower than that of traditional reusable scopes. When the tip comes into contact with secretions the image may blur or bubble. If this happens try using the flick

method (flick the bending control lever up or down allowing it to return to a neutral position afterwards) to clear the secretions. If this doesn’t work try dabbing the camera tip on an internal mucosal wall to clear the image.

If the above fails, remove the aScope, rub the lens clean with either gauze or an alcohol swap.

Do not be afraid to exert a little pressure when doing this. Proceed as above. Advance the aScope to the carina and then slide the ET tube down the aScope cord and fix in place.

The aScope timer icon turns red at 5 minutes and counts down in one minute increments.

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6. Removal procedure Slowly withdraw the aScope while observing the image on the aScope Monitor. The distal tip must be in a

neutral and non-deflected position. If you remove the aScope and intend to use it later on the same patient, switch it off in order to conserve

the lifetime. Simply press the on/off button.

Once you have completely finished with the aScope disconnect it from the aScope Monitor and dispose of it in accordance with local guidelines for collection of infected medical devices with electronic components.

Wipe down the aScope Monitor as per the instructions in the Directions For Use.

Ambu® aScope™

Ambu® aScope™ Monitor

Contact details ; Phone: 01480 498 403Email : uksales@ambu.com Website: www.ambu.co.uk

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