Description and

Operating Instructions

ACCUVAC Basic

Aspirator
WM 10700
WM 10709
Contents
1. Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5. Hygienic preparation . . . . . . . . . . .19
1.1 Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5.1 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.2 Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.2 Cleaning, disinfecting and
sterilizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Special symbols on the 5.3 Reassembling the disposable
appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 collection canister . . . . . . . . . 22
2.2 Safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6. Functional check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6.1 Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3. Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Assembly with wall bracket . . . 8 6.2 Performing the functional check 25
3.2 Fitting a re-usable collection 7. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
canister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 7.1 Power pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3 Fitting an accessory bag . . . . 11 7.2 Changing fuses . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.4 Fitting a rinsing glass . . . . . . 11 7.3 Changing the muffler . . . . . . . 31
4. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 8. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
4.1 Preparing for aspiration . . . . . 13 8.1 Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2 Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 8.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.3 After aspiration . . . . . . . . . . 16 9. Product and accessories . . . . . . . . .33
4.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic . . 16 9.1 Standard product . . . . . . . . . 33
9.2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
9.3 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
10. Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
10.1 Safe distances . . . . . . . . . . . 38
11. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
ACCUVAC Basic from front with disposable collection canister

5 Membrane keyboard
6 Release catch 7 Disposable
canister
-0,6 -0,4
-0,8 -0,2

-1,0 0

2 Vacuum control 4 On/Off

switch
1 Pressure gage 3 Voltage indicator

9 Tube holder plate 8 Motor unit

ACCUVAC Basic from rear without collection canister

14 Suction port

13 Muffler
(hidden)

12 Power socket
(hidden) 10 Loops for
accessory bag
11 Adapter/charger
plug
ACCUVAC Basic interior Disposable collection canister
15 Fuse F116 Fuse F2 (hidden) 19 Aspiration tube
with fingertip
20 Intermediate tube

21 Disposable bag

22 Vacuum
tube
23 T-piece

24 Collection canister

18 Plug X1 17 Power pack 25 Holder 11 Adapter/charger plug

Accessories
26 Re-usable collection canister WM 15269
27 Vent tab
28 Filter cover
29 Bacteria filter
30 Locking tab
31 Bracing
32 Secretion cover
33 Ball (overfill guard)
34 Sealing ring Accessory bag Wall bracket
WM 10655 WM 15208

35 Fingertip

36 Aspiration tube

37 Collection canister

13
,8
V

Mains / charger unit Connection cable

38 Holder set WM 15271 WM 2645 WM 10650
1. Description

1.1 Purpose

ACCUVAC Basic is a mobile and portable electrically

powered aspirator (suction pump).
It is used for:
• aspirating accumulations of blood, secretions and
food from the oral cavity, the nose and throat
region and the bronchial system;
• deflating vacuum matresses and inflatable splints.
ACCUVAC Basic:
• can when used by a skilled operator eliminate
obstruction of the respiratory tract and hence the
risk of respiratory failure;
• cuts energy consumption by reducing power
output on reaching the necessary vacuum;
• can optionally be powered by a rechargeable
internal power pack;
• or by an external DC source supplying 12.0 -
13.8 V;
• is also suitable for use in wards.
ACCUVAC Basic must not be used:
• in medical rooms where potential equalization is
necessary (e.g. heart surgery);
• in explosion-risk areas.

2 Description
1.2 Function

An electrically operated diaphragm pump generates

the vacuum necessary for aspiration.
Use the vacuum control 2 to set the desired vacuum,
which is continuously variable between –0.05 bar
-0,6 -0,4
-0,8 -0,2 and –0.8 bar. You can read off the set value on the
-1,0 0
pressure gage 1.
The aspirated material passes via the aspiration tube
19 into the disposable collection canister 7.

Disposable collection canister

The disposable collection canister 7 consists of the col-
lection canister 24 itself, the disposable collection bag
21, the aspiration tube with fingertip 19, the interme-
diate tube 20, the T-piece 23 and the vacuum tube 22.
The disposable collection canister 7 is inserted in the
holder 25 screwed on the side of the motor unit 8.
The vacuum tube 22 of the disposable canister 24 is
pushed onto the suction port 14 of the motor unit 8.
The aspirated material passes through the aspiration
tube 19 into the disposable collection bag 21. The dis-
posable collection bag is intended for once-only use.
When it is full, you can remove it from the collection
canister 24 and dispose of it complete with contents.
An overflow valve filter is integrated in the disposable
collection bag 21. This prevents secretions and liquid
from finding their way into the motor unit 8 and passing
into the environment via the muffler 13.

Description 3
 Power supply
Power for operating the appliance and charging the
power pack can be drawn:
• from the built-in power pack 17.
• from a 12-volt electrical cable system, using the
connecting cable WM 10650 which is available
as an accessory.
• from the mains and charger unit WM 2645
which is available as an accessory.
Important The AC adapter/charger plug 11 supplied with the
appliance is only designed for charging the power
pack with the appliance switched off. It must not be
used to operate the appliance itself, as this will over-
load it and cause it to overheat.
The voltage indicator 3 shows the charge status of the
power pack.
Charging of the power pack starts automatically as
soon as the appliance is switched off and connected
to an external power supply (see “10. Technical Data”
on page 37).

4 Description
2. Safety

2.1 Special symbols on the appliance

Rating plate ACCUVAC Basic

Do not dispose of the unit in domestic

waste!

Protection class BF

Protection class II, safety insulation

Year of manufacture

2.2 Safety rules

For your own safety and the safety of your patients,

and in accordance with the requirements of the
93/42/EEC, we would draw your attention to the
following points:
• Please read these operating instructions carefully.
They belong to the appliance and must be kept
available at all times.
• Before working with ACCUVAC Basic, you must
understand how to use it.
• Be sure to observe these operating instructions
when working with ACCUVAC Basic.

Safety 5
 • To avoid infection or contamination with bacteria
please read section “5. Hygienic preparation” on
page 19.
• ACCUVAC Basic may only be used by trained
staff instructed in aspiration techniques. Incorrect
use can cause serious bodily harm.
• ACCUVAC Basic must be used for the designated
purpose only (see “1.1 Purpose” on page 2).
• Maintenance operations such as inspection and
repair work must be performed by expert person-
nel or by the manufacturer Weinmann.
• Malfunctions and a lack of biocompatibility may
result if third-party articles are used. Please bear in
mind that in these cases any warranty entitlement
and liability shall lapse where the accessories rec-
ommended in the instructions for use or original
spare parts are not utilised.
• During the aspiration process, take particular care
not to cause injuries to the patient’s mouth or
throat, e.g. to mucous membrane.
The suction can be interrupted by briefly opening
the fingertip, for example if the nozzle becomes
firmly attached to the skin.
• Ensure sterile conditions during bronchial aspira-
tion, and always use sterile catheters.
Important! • The disposal of liquids such as blood and secre-
tions and any items contaminated with such liquids
should be carried out according to the national
guidelines for hygiene.
• The ACCUVAC Basic should only be operated in
the upright position, in order to prevent liquid from
wetting the overflow valve filter integrated in the
disposable collection bag 21. If this happens, the
overflow valve filter becomes impermeable to air
and the disposable collection bag 21 has to be
changed.

6 Safety
• The AC adapter/charger plug supplied is only for
recharging the power pack when the appliance is
switched off. It must not be used for operating the
appliance itself, as this will overload it and cause
it to overheat.
• To extend its service life, the power pack 17 must
not be allowed to become fully discharged. If the
red charge control LED 3 lights up, it is time to re-
charge immediately.
• To eliminate the risk of fully discharging the power
pack, ACCUVAC Basic must never be stored in
an uncharged condition. Always recharge the
power pack first as described in “4.4 Charging
ACCUVAC Basic” on page 16.
• Lead cell power packs discharge even during non-
use. The rate of auto-discharge increases with ris-
ing temperature and amounts to about 20 % after
three months’ non-use at 20 °C. For this reason be
sure to carry out functional checks at the specified
intervals (see “6. Functional check” on page 23).
• Never sterilize the motor unit 8 in an autoclave.
• Never dip the motor unit 8 in disinfectant solution.
• We recommend keeping alternative means of
aspiration ready in case of appliance failure.
• Do not use mobile telefones right beside
ACCUVAC Basic.
ACCUVAC Basic can however be operated
without any problem in the back of an ambulance
even if a mobile telephone is being used in the
cab.

Safety 7
3. Assembly
ACCUVAC Basic is supplied ready for use.
Important Before using ACCUVAC Basic for the first time, fully
charge the power pack (see “4.4 Charging
ACCUVAC Basic” on page 16).

3.1 Assembly with wall bracket

To mount ACCUVAC Basic on a wall, use wall

bracket WM 15208, available as an accessory.

115 mm
1. Find a suitable mounting location on an even, ver-
tical surface. The outline of the ACCUVAC on the
drilling template shows the space required.
110
mm 2. Hold up the drilling template and level it with a
spirit level.
˘ 3 mm
3. Mark the required screw holes on the mounting
location.
4. Drill the screw holes with a Ø 3 mm drill.
5. Screw the wall bracket on with the screws sup-
plied.
6. Push the appliance plug 11 of the connection ca-
ble or of the mains/charger unit into the guide rail
of the wall bracket until it engages with the
tongue.
Important: the mounting substrate must be suffi-
ciently strong to hold the wall bracket and the
ACCUVAC securely in accordance with
CEN 1789 Medical Vehicles and their Equip-
ment - Road Ambulances.

8 Assembly
 As an alternative to the AC adapter/charger plug
supplied with the appliance, you can also use the
connecting cable WM 10650 available as an
accessory.
7. Insert the AC adapter/charger plug in a 230 V/
50 Hz power socket, or if using the connecting
cable, insert the vehicle plug into a 12 volt DC
power source.
The vehicle plug is supplied complete with a red
adapter ring. This is needed if you want to plug
the vehicle plug into a cigarette lighter socket. To
connect to the mains/charger unit WM 2645
(accessory) or a 12 volt vehicle socket, remove the
red adapter ring.
8. Slide ACCUVAC Basic downwards into the wall
bracket.
If ACCUVAC Basic appliance is switched off, it
will automatically be charged up from the DC
power source.

9. To remove the ACCUVAC Basic from the bracket

ready for use, press the release catch 6 and lift
ACCUVAC Basic out of the wall bracket.

Assembly 9
3.2 Fitting a re-usable collection canister

Instead of the disposable collection canister 7 supplied

as standard, you can also fit a sterilizable re-usable
collection canister 26 with holder 38, available as an
accessory. This conversion kit is available under order
number WM 15261.
1. Remove the disposable collection canister 7 from
its holder 25.
2. Unscrew the holder 25 from the motor unit 8.

3. In the same place, screw on the holder 38 for the

re-usable collection canister 26.

4. Push the re-usable collection canister 26 into the

holder 38. Since the collection canister is directly
connected to the suction port 14 of the motor unit
8, there is no need for an intermediate tube.

10 Assembly
3.3 Fitting an accessory bag

The accessory bag WM 10655 is available as an

optional extra. It is used to hold aspiration catheters
and other small parts. The accessory bag cannot be
fitted at the same time as a rinsing glass (see “3.4 Fit-
ting a rinsing glass” on page 11).
1. Use the velcro-type strips to attach the accessory
bag to the loops on the motor unit.

3.4 Fitting a rinsing glass

On the left side of the appliance it is possible to fit an

additional collection canister in the form of a rinsing
glass for holding a rinsing liquid, e.g. water.
The rinsing glass kit WM 15229 consists of:
• Collection canister 37 WM 10631
• Holder set 38 WM 15271
1. Use a pointed object to pierce the two closed drill
holes on the left of the appliance case.

Assembly 11
 2. Fix the holder 38 to the left side of the appliance.

3. Push the rinsing glass into the holder.

12 Assembly
4. Operation

4.1 Preparing for aspiration

1. Unwind the aspiration tube 19 from the tube hold-

er plate 9.
Fingertip 2. If necessary, adapt an aspiration catheter of
Catheter suitable size for tracheal or nasopharyngeal aspi-
ration to fit the nozzle.

Aspirator tube Nozzle

3. Press the button marked O / I . The lower green LED

for the power indicator and the green LED for the
O / I button lights up.
Do not switch on ACCUVAC Basic while there is
still a vacuum. This would cause the pump motor
to draw too much current when switching on,
which could actuate fuse F2 16.

4. Set the desired vacuum at the vacuum control 2.

-0,6 -0,4
-0,8 -0,2

-1,0 0

For this purpose, close the fingertip with the stop-

per and the suction opening with your thumb.
Wait until the pressure gage 1 shows a constant
vacuum. Now use the vacuum control 2 to set the
desired vacuum.
ACCUVAC Basic is now ready for operation, and you
can start aspiration.

Operation 13
4.2 Aspiration

During the aspiration process, take care not to cause

any injury to the patient’s mouth and throat region, and
especially to mucous membrane.
• The fingertip can be opened to interrupt suction
briefly, e.g. if the nozzle is clinging to the skin.
You can leave the fingertip open all the time and
keep your thumb over it. To release the suction all
you have to do is lift your thumb.

Important Make sure that ACCUVAC Basic is always upright

during operation so that the overflow valve filter inte-
grated in the disposable collection bag 21 is not wet-
ted by secretion. If the overflow valve filter is wetted
with secretion, it becomes impermeable and the dis-
posable collection bag 21 has to be replaced.
During aspiration, keep an eye on the fluid level in the
disposable collection bag 21 and replace it with a
new one in good time.
Important Be sure to check the power pack charge level at regu-
lar intervals during aspiration. If the red LED on the
voltage indicator 3 lights up, aspiration should be con-
tinued with a second appliance. Using the appliance
beyond this point can damage the power pack by
discharging it completely, with the result that its full
capacity will no longer be available.

14 Operation
 Disposal of disposable collection bag
1. Pull the end of the aspiration tube with fingertip 19
off the port.

2. Detach the intermediate tube 20 from the T-piece

23 of the collection canister 24.

3. Push the free end of the intermediate tube 20 onto

the connection for the aspiration tube. This closes
the disposable collection bag 21 and reduces the
risk of fluid escaping.

4. Remove the disposable collection bag 21 and dis-

pose of it together with the aspiration tube 19.
Important Be sure to observe the relevant rules for disposal
(see “2. Safety” on page 5).

Operation 15
4.3 After aspiration

After aspiration:
1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic by pressing the
button marked O/I.

2. Fit a new disposable collection bag 21

(see “ Disposal of disposable collection bag” on
page 15).
3. Clean ACCUVAC Basic (see “5. Hygienic prepa-
ration” on page 19).

4.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic

We recommend you to charge ACCUVAC Basic as

soon as the yellow voltage indicator LED lights up. By
doing so you will ensure that it operates for an
adequate period next time it is used.
The power supply for charging must deliver 12.0 V –
13.8 V DC and at least 0.3 ampere. A full charge
takes a maximum of 14 hours.
The following sources can be used for charging:
• The AC adapter/charger plug 11 supplied.
• The 12-volt vehicle electrical system with the aid of
the accessory connecting cable WM 10650.
• The mains/charger unit WM 2645 available as
an accessory.

16 Operation
– + A red adapter ring is fitted to the vehicle connec-
tor. This is needed if you want to insert the vehicle
connector in a cigarette lighter socket. To connect
to the mains/charger unit WM 2645 (accessory)
or a 12-volt vehicle socket, you must remove the
red adapter ring.
Caution: Check the vehicle plug for correct
polarity. Reversed polarity can damage
ACCUVAC Basic.

Charging without wall bracket

1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic.
2. Place the plug 11 at the appliance end of the con-
necting cable in the guide slot at the rear of the ap-
pliance and push it up behind the cover plate.

3. Switch on the power supply.

4. Charging starts as soon as you have switched on
the power supply. When the top LED lights up, the
power pack is approx. 75 % charged. Please
charge the battery for another two 2 hours at least.

Charging with wall bracket

1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic.
2. Insert ACCUVAC Basic in the wall bracket.

Operation 17
 3. Charging starts as soon as you switch on the cur-
rent. When the top LED lights up, the power pack
is approx. 75 % charged. Please charge the bat-
tery for another two 2 hours at least.

Refresher charging
Regular refresher charging extends the service life of
the power pack. Leave ACCUVAC Basic connected
to the external power supply even after the power
pack is fully charged. This cannot overcharge the pow-
er pack provided the charging voltage is kept within
the range 12.0 – 13.8 V.

18 Operation
5. Hygienic preparation
Hygienic preparation of ACCUVAC Basic and the ac-
cessories used must be carried out daily during use
and before every change of patient. Observe the in-
structions for the disinfectant used. We recommend
GIGASEPT FF for immersion disinfection and TERRALIN
for wipe disinfection.
Never immerse the ACCUVAC Basic motor unit in dis-
infectant or other liquids. Always disinfect simply by
wiping with disinfectant. Otherwise you may damage
the device and thereby endanger users and patients
(see “5.2 Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing” on
page 20).
Be sure to carry out a functional check after every hy-
gienic preparation (see “6.2 Performing the functional
check” on page 25).

5.1 Preparations

1. Pull off the aspiration tube 19.

2. Remove the intermediate tube 20 from the T-piece

23 of the collection canister 24.

Hygienic preparation 19
 3. Push the free end of the intermediate tube 20 onto
the aspiration tube port 19. This closes the dis-
posable collection bag 21 and thereby reduces
the risk of secretion escaping.

4. Remove the disposable collection bag 21 and dis-

pose of it together with the aspiration tube 19.
Important Be sure to observe the relevant rules when dispos-
ing of the collection bag (see “2. Safety” on
page 5).
5. Remove the vacuum tube 22.

6. Lift the disposable canister 7 from its holder 25.

7. Remove the tube holder plate 9 by pushing it to the
left until it disengages and then pulling it towards
you.

5.2 Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing

Hygienic preparation of the ACCUVAC Basic and the

accessories used should be performed as described in
the following table.
Observe the instructions regarding use of disinfectant. For
immersion disinfection we recommend GIGASEPT FF
and TERRALIN for wipe disinfection.

20 Hygienic preparation
 You are recommended to wear suitable gloves (e.g.
household or disposable gloves) during disinfection
procedures.

Rinse in
Part Cleaning Disinfecting washing Sterilization
machine
Hot steam
collection canister

Rinse at up to sterilization
Collection canister In warm water Immerse in dilute
Disposable

with mild house- 95 °C up to 121 °C

solution (3) (4)
hold cleaner
Vacuum tube Not permitted
Aspiration tube
Disposable item, re-use not permitted. Use new part for every patient
with fingertip
Collection canister
Secretion cover Hot steam
In warm water
Re-usable collection canister

Immerse in dilute Rinse at up to sterilization

Overfill ball with mild house-
solution (3) 95 °C up to 134 °C
Filter cover hold cleaner (5)

Aspiration tube
Hot steam
In clear warm sterilization
Filter (1) Not permitted (2)
water (2) up to 134 °C
(5)

Nozzle with
Disposable item, re-use not permitted. Use new part for every patient.
fingertip
Wipe with damp
Motor unit Disinfectant wipe Not permitted
cloth
Tube holder plate In warm water
Immerse in dilute Rinse at up to
with mild house- Not permitted
Accessory bag solution (3) 40 °C
hold cleaner

(1) Always dry the filter before using it again. A damp filter reduces
the pump’s suction capacity.
(2) Do not use any surfactants or alcohol for cleaning, as they can
adversely affect the hydrophobic properties of the filter.
(3) After disinfection, rinse the parts thoroughly with distilled water
and let them dry.
(4) Sterilization with superheated steam at 121 °C in units
complying with EN 285, residence time 20 minutes.
(5) Sterilization with superheated steam at 134 °C in units
complying with EN 285, residence time 5 minutes.

Hygienic preparation 21
5.3 Reassembling the disposable collection canister

After cleaning, disinfection or sterilization, reassemble

the parts as follows:
1. Refit tube holder plate 9 by sliding it to the right.

2. Insert the collection canister 7 in its holder 25.

3. Use the vacuum tube 22 to connect the T-piece of
the collection canister 24 to the suction port 14 on
the motor unit 8.

4. Insert a new disposable collection bag 21.

5. Push the intermediate tube 20 onto the T-piece 23.

6. Push a new aspiration tube 19 onto the connection

port of the disposable collection bag 21.

22 Hygienic preparation
6. Functional check
If the functional check reveals defects or deviations
from the specified values, ACCUVAC Basic must not
be used again until the faults have been rectified.
We therefore recommend that you always keep a
stock of the following:
• Disposable collection bag 21 WM 10732
• Aspiration tube with fingertip 19 WM 10733

6.1 Intervals

To ensure that a properly functioning

ACCUVAC Basic is always available, it is essential to
observe the following intervals.

Before every use

• Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

After every use

• Clean, disinfect and/or sterilize the unit and its
parts (see “5. Hygienic preparation” on
page 19);
• Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

Functional check 23
 Every 3 months
• Check the charge level of the power pack 17 by
switching on ACCUVAC Basic and reading the
voltage indicator 3. If the top LED of the voltage in-
dicator does not light up, the power pack should
be recharged (see “4.4 Charging
ACCUVAC Basic” on page 16).

At least every 6 months

• Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).
• Make a visual inspection of the muffler for clog-
ging. If it is clogged, fit a new muffler (see “7.3
Changing the muffler” on page 31).

After all repairs

• Clean, disinfect and/or sterilize the unit and its
parts (see “5. Hygienic preparation” on
page 19);
• Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

24 Functional check
6.2 Performing the functional check

1. Check that all tubes and the individual parts of the

disposable collection canister 7 are in perfect con-
dition. Any damaged or worn parts must be re-
placed.
2. Check that all tubes are securely connected and
the disposable collection bag 21 is firmly installed.
3. Switch on ACCUVAC Basic.
4. Check the charge level on the voltage indicator 3.
Always recharge the power pack without delay if
the yellow LED on the voltage indicator lights up
(see “4.4 Charging ACCUVAC Basic” on
page 16).
5. Insert the stopper in the fingertip.

6. Use your thumb to hold the suction nozzle closed.

7. Switch on the aspirator and select the maximum

vacuum of –0.8 bar by turning vacuum control 2
fully to the right. ACCUVAC Basic must reach this
vacuum in not more than 20 seconds.
If the aspirator takes more than 20 seconds to
reach this vacuum, its suction capacity is reduced.
Check for possible faults (see “7. Troubleshooting”
on page 26).
8. Switch ACCUVAC Basic off again.

Functional check 25
7. Troubleshooting
Fault Cause Remedy
Appliance does not start,
O/I indicator and voltage Have repairs carried out by factory or
Faulty pump
indicator show ready for by expert personnel.
operation
Fuse F1 or F2 in appliance defective Fit new fuse (7.2, page 29)
Fuse in vehicle plug defective Fit new fuse (7.2, page 29)
Perform several charge/discharge
Power pack fully discharged cycles. If unsuccessful, fit new power
Appliance does not start,
pack (7.1, page 27)
O/I indicator does not
show ready for operation Incorrect polarity of vehicle power Correct polarity and if necessary
socket replace fuse F1 (7.2, page 29)
Snap-in connection between circuit
board and power pack not properly Make sure connection snaps in
engaged
Appliance does not switch
Electronic fault Have it repaired
on or off
Check that all tubes are firmly
Appliance does not reach Leak in suction side of appliance connected and disposable bag is
maximum vacuum of securely installed
–0.8 bar in 20 seconds,
Power pack not sufficiently charged Charge power pack (4.4, page 16)
but voltage indicator
shows ready for operation Have repairs carried out at factory or by
Fault in pump
expert personnel.
Have repairs carried out at factory or
AC adapter/charger plug defective
by expert personnel
External power supply must be
Inadequate external power supply
between 12.0 and 13.8 volt.
Not charging Fuse F1 or F2 defective Fit new fuse (7.2, page 29)
Fuse in vehicle plug defective Fit new fuse (7.2, page 29)
Snap-in connection between circuit
board and power pack not properly Make sure connection snaps in
engaged

26 Troubleshooting
 Fault Cause Remedy
Use AC adapter/charger plug
Charger does not meet specifications WM 10750 or charger WM 2645
Power pack is not fully (accessory)
charged up despite Vehicle electrical system is not
charging for 14 hours (top supplying 12.0 – 13.8 V Check vehicle electrical system
LED in voltage indicator
does not light up) Power pack damaged by being fully
discharged Fit new power pack (7.1, page 27)
Power pack at end of service life
Top LED of voltage Check internal connection between
indicator lights up after Internal connection faulty printed circuit board (X1) and power
charging, but pump does pack
not run when powered by
power pack Fuse F2 defective Fit new fuse (7.2, page 29)

Pump is often switched on under

Do not switch on pump under vacuum
vacuum conditions
Fuse F2 frequently blows
Have repair carried out at factory or
Pump defective
by expert personnel

7.1 Power pack

ACCUVAC Basic is fitted with a high-grade lead cell

power pack.

Changing power pack

Important Never touch the circuit board, as this can damage the
electronic system.
1. Switch off ACCUVAC Basic.
2. Disconnect the aspirator from the external power
supply.
3. Remove collection canister 7 and any accessories.

Troubleshooting 27
 4. Unscrew the holder 25 for the disposable collec-
tion canister 7.

5. Open the case by unscrewing the 6 cross-head

screws. When opening the case, be careful not to
damage the silicone sealing cord.

6. Carefully disconnect the power pack connector 18

(X1) from the circuit board.

7. Unscrew the power pack holder (4 cross-head

screws).

8. Detach both leads from the power pack 17.

9. Remove the faulty power pack.
Help protect the environment!
Don’t throw the old power pack in the garbage
can – take it to a local collection point for environ-
ment-friendly disposal.
10. Attach the two cables to the connections on the
new power pack: red to plus; black to minus.

28 Troubleshooting
 If you accidentally reverse the connections, the
electronic system will be protected by fuse 16 (F2),
which will then have to be replaced.
11. Fit the new power pack with its holder, making
sure you do not jam any cables.
12. Carefully push power pack connector X1 onto the
circuit board until it snaps into place.

13. Screw the case together again, making sure that

the silicone sealing cord is correctly inserted and
is not jammed or otherwise damaged.
14. Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

7.2 Changing fuses

Changing fuse F1 or F2
Important Never touch the circuit board, as this can damage the
electronic system.
1. Unscrew the case of ACCUVAC Basic
(see “ Changing power pack” on page 27).
2. Remove the faulty fuse 15/16. The fuses are iden-
tified on the circuit board.
3. Insert a new fuse. Always use approved fuses (see
“10. Technical Data” on page 37).

Troubleshooting 29
 4. Screw the case together again, making sure that
the silicone sealing cord is correctly inserted and
is not jammed or otherwise damaged.
5. Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

Changing fuse in vehicle plug

1. Use a screwdriver to open the vehicle plug.
Fuse
Note:
The central contact of the plug is the plus pole. The
plus lead of the cable has either a square cross-
section or colored markings.
The outer contact of the plug is the minus pole. The
minus lead of the cable is round and black.
Caution: Check the vehicle plug for correct
polarity. Reversed polarity can damage
ACCUVAC Basic.
2. Change the faulty fuse. Use only approved fuses
(see “10. Technical Data” on page 37).
3. Screw the vehicle plug together again.
4. Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).

30 Troubleshooting
7.3 Changing the muffler

1. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the cover plate

(2 cross-head screws).

2. Remove the old muffler 13.

3. Insert a new muffler.

4. Refit the cover plate. Make sure that the pad stuck
to the cover plate is pressing against the muffler.
5. Perform a functional check (see “6.2 Performing
the functional check” on page 25).
Pad

Troubleshooting 31
8. Maintenance

8.1 Intervals

The ACCUVAC Basic requires no maintenance, but

please observe the intervals specified for regular func-
tional checks (see “6.1 Intervals” on page 23).
We recommend that you have any servicing, such as
inspections and repair work, carried out by the manu-
facturer – Weinmann – or by expert personnel.

8.2 Disposal

Do not dispose of the unit with domestic waste. To dis-

pose of the unit properly, please contact a licensed,
certified electronic scrap disposal merchant. This
address is available from your Environment Officer or
from your local authority.

32 Maintenance
9. Product and accessories

9.1 Standard product

1. ACCUVAC Basic with disposable canister

ACCUVAC Basic WM 10700
consisting of:
– Aspirator unit
(disposable canister) WM 10710
– AC adapter/charger plug,
complete WM 10750
2. ACCUVAC Basic with re-usable canister
ACCUVAC Basic WM 10709
consisting of:
– Aspirator unit
(re-usable canister) WM 10726
– AC adapter/charger plug,
complete WM 10750
– Bacteria filter WM 10675

Product and accessories 33

9.2 Accessories

The following accessories are not part of the standard

product and must be ordered separately:
1. Mains/charger unit WM 2645
2. Connection cable WM 10650
3. Accessory bag WM 10655
4. Wall bracket
incl. fixing kit WM 15208
5. Conversion kit to re-usable
collection canister WM 15261
consisting of:
– Set, re-usable canister WM 15269
– Holder set WM 15271
6. Set, re-usable canister WM 15269
consisting of:
– Re-usable canister WM 10630
– Instructions for use WM 16235
7. Holder set
for re-usable canister WM 15271
consisting of:
– Holder WM 10640
– Fixing elements
8. Set, rinsing glass WM 15229
consisting of:
– Collection canister WM 10631
– Holder set WM 15271
9. Aspiration catheter, sterile pack
CH. 05, diam. 1.3 mm WM 5154
– Set I: 10 x WM 5154 WM 15311
– Set II: 20 x WM 5154 WM 15312
– Set III: 30 x WM 5154 WM 15313

34 Product and accessories

10. Aspiration catheter, sterile pack
CH. 06, diam. 2.0 mm,
50 cm long, pack of 2 WM 5155
– Set I: 10 x WM 5156 WM 15314
– Set II: 20 x WM 5156 WM 15315
– Set III: 30 x WM 5156 WM 15316
11. Aspiration catheter, sterile pack
CH. 10, diam. 3.3 mm,
50 cm long, pack of 4 WM 5157
– Set I: 10 x WM 5158 WM 15317
– Set II: 20 x WM 5158 WM 15318
– Set III: 30 x WM 5158 WM 15319
12. Aspiration catheter, sterile pack
CH. 12, diam. 4.0 mm WM 5159
– Set I: 10 x WM 5159 WM 15296
– Set II: 20 x WM 5159 WM 15297
– Set III: 30 x WM 5159 WM 15298

Product and accessories 35

9.3 Spare parts
1. Disposable collection canister WM 10730
consisting of:
– Collection canister WM 10731
– Disposable collection bag WM 10732
– T-piece WM 10738
– Aspiration tube with fingertip WM 10733
– Vacuum tube WM 10740
2. Holder set for
disposable collection canister WM 15172
consisting of:
– Holder WM 10735
– Fixing elements
3. Reset button set, green WM 15397
4. Tube holder plate, green WM 10723
5. Lead cell power pack WM 10747
6. Muffler WM 10665
7. Instructions for use WM 16138
8. Fuse for vehicle plug WM 10673
9. Fuse for external power
supply (F1) WM 2692
10. Fuse for power pack (F2) WM 2692
11. Set I, disposable collection bags WM 15226
(10 x WM 10732)
12. Set II, disposable collection bags WM 15227
(20 x WM 10732)
13. Set III, disposable collection bags WM 15228
(50 x WM 10732)
14. Set I, aspiration tube with fingertip WM 15327
(10 x WM 10733)
15. Set II, aspiration tube with fingertip WM 15328
(20 x WM 10733)
16. Set III, aspiration tube with fingertip WM 15329
(50 x WM 10733)

36 Product and accessories

10. Technical Data
ACCUVAC Basic ACCUVAC Basic
Appliance class EN 60601-1,
II b Norms complied
MPG EN ISO 10079-1,
with
Dimensions EN 1789
385x280x140
WxHxD in mm 8 A, DIN 72581,
Vehicle plug fuse
Weight approx. 5.4 kg identification color white

Canister volume 900 ml 4 A slow-acting,

Internal fuse F1
low breaking capacity
Suction capacity at external power
> 20 l/min G fuse links 5x20 mm,
12 V with free flow supply
conforms to IEC 127
Max. vacuum at 4 A slow-acting,
0.8 bar (80 kPa)
12 V Internal fuse F2 low breaking capacity
diam. 5 mm, power pack G fuse links 5x20 mm,
Aspiration tube
length 1800 mm conforms to IEC 127
at least 99.8 % for Power pack type Lead cell, 3.4 Ah
Overflow valve filter
particle size 2.8 µm Charging voltage 12.0 to 13.8 V
Motor output 50 W Operating time
Rated voltage 12 V after charging for 30 min at maximum suction
14 hours
Maximum current
3.5 A
consumption Operating mode S2 60 min
Temperature range Service life of 400 charge/discharge
– Operation –18 °C to +40 °C power pack cycles in approx. 3 years
– Charging + 0 °C to +40 °C primary: 230 V/50 Hz
– Storage –40 °C to +70 °C AC adapter/
secondary: 13.8 V /
charger
Electromagnetic 0.3 A
compatibility: EN 60601-1-2 Materials
– Radio interference
suppression EN 55011 Disposable collection canister:
– Radio interference – Collection canister: PC
resistance IEC 1000-4 Parts 2–5 & 11 – Disposable collection bags, tubes: PVC
– Nozzle with fingertip: PE
Classification according to EN 60601-1:
– Protection against electric shock: class II; Case PC/ABS
with charger: class I Tube holder plate ABS
– Degree of protection against electric shock: BF
– Degree of protection against water: IPX 1
(drip-water)
Classification according to EN ISO 10079-1: From serial no. 10735/2004
– high vacuum/high flow

Technical Data 37
10.1 Safe distances

The ACCUVAC Basic is intended for operation in an

electromagnetic environment in which high-frequency
interference variables are controlled. The customer or
user of the ACCUVAC Basic can help avoid electro-
magnetic interference by maintaining the minimum
safe distance between portable and mobile high-fre-
quency telecommunication devices (transmitters) and
the ACCUVAC Basic depending on the rated output
of the transmitter as given below.

Recommended safe distances between portable or mobile HF telecommunication

devices (e.g. mobile phones) and the ACCUVAC Basic
Safe distance depending on transmission frequency
Rated output of
HF device in m

in W 150 kHz - 80 MHz 80 MHz - 800 MHz 800 MHz – 2,5 GHz
d=(3,5/V1) x √P d=(3,5/V1) x √P d=(3,5/V1) x √P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.37 0.37 0.74
1 1.17 1.17 2.33
10 3.69 3.69 7.38
100 11.67 11.67 23.33

38 Technical Data
11. Warranty
• Weinmann offers a warranty that the product, when
used in accordance with requirements, will remain free
from defects for a period of two years from date of
purchase. For products whose durability is clearly indica-
ted as less than two years, the warranty expires on the
expiration date indicated on the packaging or in the
user’s manual.
• Claims against the warranty can be made only when
accompanied by the sales receipt, which must show
salesperson and date of purchase.
• We offer no warranty in the case of:
– Disregard of usage instructions
– Operating errors
– Improper use or handling
– Third-party intervention by non-authorized persons for
the purpose of device repair
– Acts of God, e.g., lightning strikes, etc.
– Transport damage as a result of improper packaging
of returned items
– Lack of maintenance
– Operational and normal wear and tear, which inclu-
des, for example, the following components.
– Filter
– Batteries / recheargable batteries
– Articles for one-time usage, etc.
– failure to use original spare parts.
• Weinmann is not liable for consequential harm caused
by a defect if it is not based on intention or gross negli-
gence. Weinmann is also not liable for minor physical
injury to life or limb resulting from negligence.
• Weinmann reserves the right to decide whether to elimi-
nate defects, to deliver a defect-free item or to reduce
the purchase price by a reasonable amount.
• If Weinmann rejects a claim against the warranty, it as-
sumes no expense for transport between customer and
manufacturer.
• Implied warranty claims remain unaffected by these
changes.

Warranty 39
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