Neptune 3 In-Service Checklist

In-service checklist Neptune® 3 Waste Management System

The points below should be covered when carrying out a Neptune 3 in-service.

Tip: When talking about the Neptune 3 display, it’s helpful to start from the top and work your way down to the bottom.

Rover n

Demonstrate powering the rover on and off

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Review the warnings that appear on the display screen when powering the rover on

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Identify the 4L and 20L canisters and respective manifold ports

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Discuss the canister cleaning capability

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Demonstrate the canister privacy shutters

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Discuss different filter characteristics of ULPA (99.999%) and HEPA (99.97%) filters

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Discuss useful life of filters and how to check filter life in the “settings” mode

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Practice inserting smoke evacuation tubing into the ULPA filter

Manifold n

Demonstrate how to properly insert a manifold and refer to the manifold indicator stating the manifold is new (the icon will turn white when manifold is inserted properly)

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Discuss the RFID safety feature (indicates whether manifold is used or new)

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Know the difference between new, used, and expired manifolds (36-hour manifold life once suction is applied)

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Highlight the suction level indicator lights and top display (This allows for the surgeon or scrub nurse to see the suction levels)

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Show connection of fluid suction tubing to 4-port manifold

For detailed instructions, please consult the IFU.