Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Reduced/low
vacuum.
Device does
not start.
Gauge reads
incorrectly.
Device runs but
gauge reads
zero.
Device stops
running during
use.
Medi-Pump Manual
Possible Causes
1 Clogged hydrophobic
filter.
Regulator improperly
2
set.
Air leak.
3
4
Jar lid not secured to
jar.
1 Power cord not
plugged in.
Defective switch.
2
Vacuum still exists in
3
system.
Faulty gauge.
Gauge tubing not
connected or is
leaking.
(Model No. 1616)Device
1
overheated.
Model No. 1615/1617)
2 (
Blown fuse or circuit
breaker in household
circuit.
Low voltage to device.
3
Remedies
1 Replace the filter
following directions in
this manual.
Set regulator vacuum
2
level following operating
instructions.
3
Check the tubing and
connectors for possible
leaks. Attach, tighten, or
replace.
4
Be sure the jar lid fits
tightly on the jar.
Plug in the power cord.
1
Contact your service
2
center or distributor.
Disconnect tubing
3
from the collection jar
to release vacuum.
Reconnect tubing and
turn on the device.
Contact service center
for repair.
Check the tubing and
connector for leaks.
Attach, tighten, or
replace.
(Model No. 1616) Unplug
1
device and allow to cool
for 10 minutes. Plug in and
restart.
Model No. 1615/1617)
2
Replace fuse or reset
breaker.
Too many motor operated
3
appliances on same circuit.
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