Vacuum and Vacuum-Compressible (Overpressure) Splints for Rescue Service
 SINGLE   PRODUCTS    ACCESSORIES    PRODUCTS   SETS    USE    DESIGN    INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE   
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE    WARRANTY    REPAIRS   
Single products:            Selected photos from product line
VS - 101 Cervical vacuum splint                                                     NSN: 6515-16-002-7073  
VS - 101PA Cervical vacuum splint (cruciform)                                  NSN: 6515-16-002-8002  
VS - 202 Child vacuum splint for upper extremity  
VS - 203 Vacuum-compressive splint for upper extremity             NSN: 6515-16-000-2427  
VS - 203/2 Vacuum-compressive splint for upper extremity (rectangular)  
VS - 204 Child vacuum-compressive splint for lower extremity  
VS - 205 Vacuum compresive splint for lower extremity               NSN: 6515-16-000-2428  
VS - 206 Child vacuum-compressive splint for lower extremity with support of foot  
VS - 207 Vacuum-compressive splint for lower extremity extended with support of foot  
VS - 208 Child vacuum-compressive splint for lower extremity extended with support of foot (new model)  
VS - 209 Vacuum-compressive splint for lower extremity extended with support of foot (new model) (modification VS-209/1 and VS-209/2)  
Accessories:
VS - 210 Manual double action vacuum-compression pump for splints
NSN: 6515-16-000-2429 		 
VS - 211 Bag for a splint set  
VS - 212 /1 Rucksack for a splint set                                                  NSN: 6545-16-000-2426  
VS - 212 /2 Rucksack for a splint set + EFS - 102/2                          NSN: 6545-16-003-4258  
VS - 213 Repair set                                                                         NSN: 6515-16-000-2422  
Product Sets:
VS - 220 Set of vacuum and vacuum-compressible splints with accessories in a bag
The bag contains: VS-101, VS-203, VS-205, VS-210, VS-211 and VS-213, all per 1 unit
VS - 221 Set of vacuum splints and vacuum-compressible splints with accessories in a rucksack
The bag contains: VS-101, VS-203, VS-205, VS-210, VS-212/1 and VS-213, all per 1 unit
VS - 222 Set of vacuum splints and vacuum-compressible splints with accessories in a rucksack
The bag contains: VS-202, VS-203, VS-205, VS-210, VS-212/1 and VS-213, all per 1 unit
VS - 223 Set of vacuum splints and vacuum-compressible splints with accessories in a rucksack
The bag contains: VS-202, VS-203, VS-209/1, VS-210, VS-212/1 and VS-213, all per 1 unit
VS - 224 Set of vacuum splints and vacuum-compressible splints with accessories in a rucksack
The bag contains: VS-101 PA, VS-203, VS-209, VS-210, VS-212/1, VS-213, all per 1 unit
Use:
VAKUFORM vacuum and vacuum-compressible splints are used to provide an urgent pre-hospital care. The devices permitting multiple use are intended for careful stabilization
and immobilization of patients with injured locomoter system during transport.
Design:
The VAKUFORM vacuum-compressible splints operate on the principle of morphologically compressible materials. A loose polymer in a closed space of the splint vacuum chamber has an ability to copy the shape of a fixed part of the human body and, after exhausting air from the vacuum chamber, fix this shape by changing its loose form into a compact one.
By reletting air into the vacuum chamber the polymeric filling, temporarily stiff and compact, becomes loose again and the fixation splint is ready for another shaping and fixation cycle.

The vacuum-compressible splints comprise two hermetically separated chambers.
The vacuum chamber is provided with a vacuum valve and the overpressure (compression) chamber is fitted with an overpressure valve. The polymeric filling of the vacuum chamber
in VS-202 to VS-209 line of splints is contained in a special fabric cover preventing ununiform distribution of the filling, facilitating "setting" and increasing stiffness
of the evacuated splint.

The vacuum/overpressure combination increases the fixation effect of the VS-202 to VS-209 range of the vacuum-compressive splints and extends application potentials of the splints
in comparison with the single-chamber vacuum fixation splints containing unfixed internal filling. The splints are made by high-frequency welding and sewing.

Main parts of the splint:
-   body of the splint (case)
-   vacuum chamber polymeric filling
-   fastening system
-   vacuum valve
-   overpressure valve (in VS-202 to VS-209 splints only)

The splint body is made from two parts of polyamide fabric provided with a special coat
of PVC and PUR.

The two parts comprising the splint body are joined together around their circumference
by high-frequency welding. The fastening system consists of fixing bands with ribbon Velcro fasteners complete with hooks, Velcro velvet on the splint body and suspension strap
(in VS-202 and VS-203 arm fixation splints only). Both vacuum and overpressure valves
as well as the cover of the double-action pump are made of rigid PVC-CAW.
Instructions for use of the VAKUFORM vacuum splints:
-   Place the fixative splint in its soft state on the part of patient´s body to be fixed. -   Secure the required shape of the splint using the fixing Velcro bands and straps. -   Screw tightly the tops of both vacuum and overpressure valves. (since VS-101, VS-101 PA cervical vacuum splints are provided with a vacuum valve only, instructions related only
to the valve apply to this splint). -   Insert the vacuum hose outlet of the double-action pump (signed 1) (with a grey ring) into the top of the grey vacuum valve and start to evacuate the air from the vacuum chamber. When the splint has achieved the necessary stiffness, take out the vacuum outlet of the hose from the vacuum valve top and put a plastic plug into the hole. -   If required, adjust the air pressure in the vacuum chamber containing the stiff polymeric filling by inflating it. To do this, insert the overpressure hose outlet (signed 2) (with a white ring) of the double action pump into the top of the white overpressure valve and inflate
the overpressure chamber until the required pressure has been obtained. After that, close the overpressure valve with a plastic plug. -   When the fixed body or body part are to be released, unplug the evacuation holes
and unscrew both valves enough to allow air enter the vacuum chamber and deflate
the overpressure chamber. -   During the whole transport of the injured person, check the evacuated and inflated splint whether it fixes correctly the injured locomoter system and, if required, adjust the level
of vacuum and pressure in the splint.
Warning:   An excessive inflating may cause failure of the peripheral weld.
 -   Check the pressure in the splint during air transport (particularly during helicopter ascent and descent) in order to prevent neurovascular injury of the immobilized part of the body.
This pressure must not exceed 6,66 kPa. -   The specified temperature range for use of vacuum and vacuum-compressive splints is
(-20) °C to +40 °C.
Maintenance and storage:
-   Wash dirty splint with lukewarm water containing a detergent and subsequently use
the Sekusept ® Pulver disinfecting and cleaning agent (following distributor´s instructions). Launder the cover if heavily soiled.
Warning: Do not use organic solvents aggressive to PVC (such as acetone, petrol
and toluene) for cleaning and disinfection. -   Valves must be opened and the plastics plugs removed from the valves during storage. -   Do not store the splints at sub-zero temperatures and in places where exposed
to intensive sunlight. -   Protect the products from damage caused by sharp objects and burn. -   For small repairs use the repair kit or send the damaged product to the manufacturer. -   In case of any problems with the use of the product contact please the producer VAKUFORM division manager at the telephone/fax number:
+420 577 211 676
or in writing at the following address:
PLEMENARSKE SLUZBY, a. s., Division VAKUFORM, Vypusta è. 198, 760 01 Zlin, Czech Republic
e-mail: vakuform@vakuform.cz
Warranty extent and warranty terms:
The manufacturer provides a 24 month guarantee period for the product from the date
the product was taken over (purchased) by its purchaser. Liability for product faults is governed by provisions of the Act No. 47/92, Collection of Laws. Claims shall be settled
in compliance with the manufacturer´s claiming rules.
1)   The manufacturer shall repair any defect free of charge provided the defects were caused demonstratably by a fault of material or incorrect manufacture and if the claim is presented within the warranty period. 2)   The warranty shall not cover:
a) defects due to an improper (careless, negligent, forcible) use contradicting manufacturer´s instructions
b) wear-and-tear of the product or damage caused by using the product in extraordinary climatic conditions. 3)   Claim can be presented to the seller or directly to the product manufacturer. Warranty duly confirmed by the manufacturer, a letter describing the defects and indicating their location on the product including the date and method of dispatch of the faulty product must be attached to the product being claimed.
Repairs:
Send damaged products for repair solely to the manufacturer.

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