1. PuriCore, Inc.
508 Lapp Road
Malvern, PA 19355
866.918.2743
484.321.2700
www.puricore.com
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User Manual
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2. 2 Vashe Wound Therapy 866.918.2743
VASHE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM
SERVICE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
PuriCore retains title to the Vashe Wound Therapy System, which may only be serviced and
maintained by PuriCore authorized service personnel. PuriCore, will, at its discretion, repair or
replace components of the Vashe Wound Therapy System with equivalent units, parts, and/or
the Vashe Electrolyte Solution as appropriate. Contact your PuriCore representative for more
information.
PURICORE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING
LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER, PURICORE SPECIFICALLY DOES NOT OFFER,
AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY THAT THE VASHE
WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM BE USEFUL FOR OR RESULT IN TREATMENT, DIAGNOSIS
OR DETECTION OF ANY DISEASE, ILLNESS, INFECTION OR CONDITION.
IN NO EVENT SHALL PURICORE BE LIABLE FOR ANY ACTUAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE BASIS FOR THE
CAUSE OF ACTION.
USE THE VASHE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM ONLY AS DIRECTED. FOLLOW ALL
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. HEED ALL WARNINGS AND OBEY ALL APPLICABLE LAWS,
REGULATIONS, SAFETY AND INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND PRACTICES. DO NOT
INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS VASHE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM IF YOU HAVE NOT
REVIEWED THIS MANUAL OR IF ANY INSTUCTIONS ARE UNCLEAR OR UNFAMILIAR TO
YOU. PURICORE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INJURIES, DAMAGES OR LOSSES OF ANY
KIND SUSTAINED AS A RESULT OF USING THIS VASHE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM IN
ANY MANNER THAT IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS
USER MANUAL OR ANY MATERIALS, DOCUMENTATION OR LABELING REGARDING THE
VASHE WOUND THERAPY SYSTEM.
© 2012 PuriCore, Inc. All rights reserved. PuriCore and Vashe are registered trademarks of PuriCore, Inc. All other brands
and products referenced in this document are acknowledged to be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners. Except for creation of back-up copies, this guide may not be copied in whole or in part, without the
express written consent of PuriCore, Inc.
Parts of this Vashe Wound Therapy System and the proper operation are covered by one or more claims
in the U.S. by patents including U.S. Patent 6,528,214 and U.S. Patent 6,632,347.
PuriCore, Inc.
508 Lapp Road
Malvern, PA 19365
866.918.2743
484.321.2700
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Technical Information
Electrical
Supply Mains (Nominal) ..............................................................................................100-240V/50-60 Hz
Maximum Current........................................................................................................................3.5 amps
Fuses (2 used: T3.15AH250V)..............................................................................3.15A, 250V time delay
Supply Voltage Variance.................................................................................................. 10% of Nominal
Environmental
Temperature for Use ....................................................................................................Room temperature
Storage Temperature (Vashe Electrolyte Solution) ..................................................10º-30º C (50º-85º F)
Operations
Duty Type....................................................................................................Unit can operate continuously
Fluid Capacity
Internal Tank ...............................................................................................................................4.0 Liters
Dispense Container..........................................................................................................................500ml
Waste Container ..............................................................................................................................150ml
Physical Characteristics
Weight (with no Electrolyte)............................................................................................ 5.2 Kg (11.5 lbs.)
Weight (with 4.0 liters of Electrolyte) .............................................................................. 9.0 Kg (19.8 lbs.)
Height................................................................................................................................323 mm (12.7")
Width....................................................................................................................................381 mm (15")
Depth ................................................................................................................................206 mm (8.11")
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Warranty and Limitation of Liability ................................................... 2
Introduction........................................................................................ 4
Installation and Priming..................................................................... 7
Operating Procedures ....................................................................... 9
Precautions ..................................................................................... 12
Maintenance.................................................................................... 15
Service ............................................................................................ 18
Supplies & Accessories................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting............................................................................... 20
Technical Information...................................................................... 22
Table of Contents
My Vashe Wound Therapy Generator Serial Number:

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Introduction
The Vashe Wound Therapy System manufactures a ready-to-use solution formulated to
effectively clean, irrigate, moisten, and debride acute and chronic dermal lesions such as
Stage I through IV pressure ulcers, stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-surgical wounds,
first- and second-degree burns, abrasions, and minor irritations of the skin in addition to
moistening and lubricating absorbent wound dressings.
The Vashe Wound Therapy System includes the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator,
which produces a hypochlorous (HOCl) solution, Vashe Wound Therapy Solution. This
solution is non-cytotoxic, non-mutagenic, and has shown no contact hypersensitivity and
no oral toxicity.
Shipping Contents
Consists of a Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and precursor Vashe Electrolyte
Solution. See the contents below.
Vashe Wound Therapy System*
Vashe Electrolyte Solution
(Sold separately:
see page 19)
Power
Cord
User
Manual
Vashe
Wound
Therapy
Generator
Optional Drain
Tube
Dispense and
Waste Containers
Bottler Risers
* Vashe Wound Therapy Solution fill bottles are supplied separately.
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Problem Solution
When testing the Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution as described on page 10 of this
User Manual, the AFC level or pH range
is not within the specified range.
Dispose of the Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution in the container and re-dispense
at least 250ml of fresh Vashe Wound
Therapy Solution. Retest.
If the problem persists, call PuriCore
The Vashe Wound Therapy Solution has
a very strong chlorine odor.
Test the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution
as described on page 10 of this User
Manual. If the AFC level or pH range
reading is not within the specified range,
call PuriCore Customer Service.
The error code does not clear after
powering the Vashe Wound Therapy
Call PuriCore Customer Service.
The funnel screen in the reservoir has
trapped debris.
Remove and rinse the screen. If the
screen is damaged, call PuriCore

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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
You are missing a part, or the Vashe
Wound Therapy Generator is cracked or
broken.
Call PuriCore Customer Service.
The unit fails to power on, which means
that none of the lights are illuminated on
either the Reservoir Status Panel or the
Mode Panel.
Check the fuses. If the fuses are okay,
call PuriCore Customer Service.
You are out of Vashe Electrolyte Solution. Call PuriCore Customer Service to order
additional Vashe Electrolyte Solution.
The Vashe Wound Therapy Solution or
the Vashe Waste Product has spilled in
the well(s).
Dry the well(s) with absorbent paper
towel. Ensure the containers and/or
optional drain tube are installed as
described on page 7 of this User Manual.
Always select the appropriate dispense
volume to avoid overflow. Empty the
waste container regularly. If the Vashe
Generator continues to leak, ensure that
the waste extension sleeve is placed
properly over the spout.
When starting with an empty waste
container, the waste container overflows
with waste product on a single 500 ml
dispense.
Discontinue use immediately and call
PuriCore Customer Service.
The Vashe Test Strips indicate the
presence of hypocholorous acid, but says
it is too high or too low.
Use the Palintest 1000 Chlorometer Duo
to measure the AFC level of the Vashe
PuriCore Customer Service: 866.918.2743
Have your Vashe Wound Therapy Generator serial number ready
(located on the back cover).
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Introduction
Vashe Electrolyte Solution The Vashe Electrolyte Solution is used by the Vashe
Wound Therapy Generator to make the Vashe Wound
Therapy Solution. The use of any other solution is
unauthorized and will void any applicable product
warranty.
Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution
The Vashe Wound Therapy Solution (hypochlorous,
HOCl) is produced by the Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator and is used to cleanse wounds, as a
debridement irrigant, and in dressing management.
Waste Product The waste product (dilute sodium hydroxide, NaOH) is
produced by the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and
is collected in the waste container in the lower well (or in
the optional drain tube). This product should be emptied
into a sink drain when necessary. The waste product is
safe for disposal in drains.
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution Definitions
Reservoir Status Panel Mode PanelDispense Button
Dispense Container
Well
Waste Container
Well
Vashe Wound
Therapy Fill Bottle
(sold separately:
see page 19)
Waste Container
Waste Label
Autofill
Dispense:
250ml
Autofill
Dispense:
500ml
Manual
Dispense
Stop
Dispense
Vashe Wound Therapy Generator

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Vashe Wound Therapy Generator Controls
The Reservoir Status Panel displays two lights to
indicate the level in the Electrolyte reservoir. The
green OK light indicates that the unit is ready to be
used. The yellow LOW light indicates that the reservoir
requires one gallon of Vashe Electrolyte Solution.
Flashing lights indicate that an error has occurred.
The Mode Panel enables the user to select autofill
dispensing of two volumes, 250ml (8 oz.) or 500ml (16
oz.), or to operate the unit manually with Manual
mode. The STOP button clears the current operation
and resets the selected mode.
Autofill mode:
Select a desired dispense volume with the Mode
Panel, then press the gray dispense button to
generate Vashe Wound Therapy Solution. Press the
gray dispense button again to pause the operation.
Press it a third time to restart the original fill request.
(The unit will remember how much dispense time has
elapsed and will resume the autofill to the requested
volume.) Pressing the STOP button on the Mode
Panel will stop the current generation of the solution
and clear any remaining time of dispense.
Manual mode:
Select the Manual dispense mode on the Mode
Panel, then depress and continue to hold down the
gray dispense button to generate Vashe Wound
Therapy Solution. Release the gray dispense button to
stop generation. If the Manual mode is used, a
minimum of 250ml must be produced to keep the
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution within specification.
Pressing the gray dispense button
Using the Mode Panel
Introduction
Reservoir Status OK
Mode Panel
Reservoir Status Low
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Ordering Vashe Wound Therapy Supplies and Accessories
To order Vashe Wound Therapy supplies, call PuriCore Customer Service at
866.918.2743.
Supplies & Accessories
Item PuriCore Part Number
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution Fill Bottle Packs
Vashe Electrolyte Solution
Case of 4 1-gallon bottles 6000-6021
Case of 2 1-gallon bottles 6000-0003
Vashe Wound Therapy Test Strips (AFC) 3000-3037
Palintest 1000 Chlorometer-Duo Meter 3000-3001
Replacement Waste Spout Sleeve 5000-5189
Vashe Sample Bottle Kit 7000-0011
Pack of 56 250ml Vashe Wound Therapy Fill Bottles 7000-0028
Pack of 28 500ml Vashe Wound Therapy Fill Bottles 7000-0030
Palintest Tablets 3000-3013

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Vashe Wound Therapy Generator Service
If the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator requires service, follow the instructions below.
1. Call PuriCore Customer Service at 1-866-91-Vashe (1-866-918-2743).
2. Have the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator serial number (located on the back cover
of the Generator) available to give to the Customer Service Representative.
3. If the PuriCore Customer Service Representative cannot solve the problem over the
phone, you will be given instructions on how to return the Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator. If the Generator qualifies under the original factory or extended warranty
terms and conditions, a replacement unit will be shipped to you at no charge. The
replacement Vashe Wound Therapy Generator will have the remaining balance of the
original or extended warranty coverage.
4. It is imperative that the reservoir tank be completely drained before shipping
the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator. Drain the reservoir tank as described in the
“Draining the Reservoir Tank” section on page 16 of this User Manual.
5. Place the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator in the original shipping box or in the box
provided by PuriCore Customer Service.
6. Return the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator as instructed by the PuriCore Customer
Service Representative.
Service
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Installation and Priming
2. Power On the Generator
Select a level surface on which to operate the Vashe
Wound Therapy Generator. The Generator should be
positioned for easy access to the rear power switch.
Connect the power cord to the back of the Vashe Wound
Therapy Generator and plug the other end into an AC
power outlet with a grounded receptacle. Press the ON/
OFF switch on the rear switch to the On position. Observe
that the yellow LOW light on the Reservoir Status Panel is
illuminated.
3. Install the Containers and/or Optional Drain Tube
Insert the dispense container or a bottle with the bottle riser
in the top well of the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator. If
using the waste container, ensure that the waste extension
sleeve (1/2-inch clear Teflon tube) is placed over the waste
spout. An extra sleeve has been provided for your
convenience. Insert the waste container in the bottom well.
If the Generator is equipped with the waste drain option,
firmly connect the drain tube to the drain fitting on the
bottom of the Vashe Generator using the quick connect
fitting. Ensure that the drain tube is directed to a sink or a
waste container. The drain tubing must be kept free-
flowing. Do not kink the tubing or otherwise restrict the flow
with clamps or additional fittings. You can shorten the
tubing but do not extend the tubing in any manner. Do not
raise the end of the tubing above the bottom of the Vashe
Wound Therapy Generator. The tubing should be
horizontal or vertically pointed downward.
Caution: Read all warning and safety instructions before operating the
Vashe Wound Therapy Generator.
1. Unpack the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator
Discard any packing material. Do not apply power to the Vashe Wound
Therapy Generator until all packing materials are removed.
Power on the Generator.
If using the waste container,
install the sleeve on the waste
spout.
If using the drain tube, connect
the tube to the connector on
the bottom of the Generator.

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Fill the Generator with Vashe
Electrolyte Solution
This initial portion of the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution primes the Generator’s
electrochemical cell, is not suitable for use, and should be discarded down a sink
drain. Dispose of the waste product in the waste container as well. Replace both the
dispense container and waste container into their respective wells. Wait 10 minutes
before using the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator again.
Note: During the initial priming process, the Generator will beep and blink the lights on
the Reservoir Status Panel and the Mode Panel as the unit initiates its alerts.
Turn the power off and then on to reset the alerts. Repeat the priming procedure
two to three times until the Generator no long beeps or blinks to complete the
priming.
4. Fill the Generator with Vashe Electrolyte Solution
Lift the fill lid on top of the Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator. Carefully and slowly pour an entire bottle of
the Vashe Electrolyte Solution into the funnel. The
green OK light on the Reservoir Status Panel will
illuminate. Use caution when pouring the Vashe
Electrolyte Solution to avoid spills.
5. Prime the Generator
The priming process conditions the Vashe Wound
Therapy Generator for use and is only needed when it
is first unboxed or unused for an extended period.
Select the Manual button on the Mode Panel and then
hold down the gray dispense button to dispense 250ml
of Vashe Wound Therapy Solution into the dispense
container.
Installation and Priming
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Replacing the Fuses
The two fuses located on the back of the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator are the only
user-serviceable parts.
CAUTION: Read the fuse label located on the back of the Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator before fuse replacement. Replace the fuses only with
those of the same type and rating. The Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator is protected by two 3.15A, 250V time delay fuses.
1. Power off the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and remove the
cord.
2. With a small flat screwdriver, open the door to the power entry
module, as shown in the upper photo to the right.
3. With the same small flat screwdriver, pull out the fuse holder
assembly, as shown in the lower photo to the right.
4. Replace the blown fuses.
5. Reinstall the fuse holder assembly and plug in the power cord.
Power on Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and proceed as
normal.
Maintenance
Open door of the
power entry
module
Fuse holder
assembly

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Draining the Reservoir Tank
When preparing the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator for
shipment or transport, you must drain the Vashe Electrolyte
Solution as follows.
1. Power off the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and
remove the power cord.
2. Carefully position the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator
over the sink.
3. While maintaining the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator
in an upright position, reach under the bottom of the
unit to access the drain plug.
4. With a flat screwdriver, remove the plug by turning the
plug head counterclockwise.
5. When the Vashe Electrolyte Solution stops flowing,
slightly tip the unit side to side to empty the tank of
residual electrolyte solution.
6. When the draining is completed, insert the plug into the
drain hole and turn it clockwise until fully inserted. Do
not over-tighten the plug. Over-tightening the plug can
strip the threads and cause the Vashe Electrolyte
Solution to leak when refilling. Always replace the plug
immediately after draining the Vashe Electrolyte
Solution.
Maintenance
Remove the plug with a flat
screwdriver.
Empty the reservoir tank of all
residual Vashe Electrolyte
Solution.
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Operating Procedures
Generate Vashe Wound Therapy Solution
To generate Vashe Wound Therapy Solution, first use the Mode Panel to select a
desired dispense volume in Autofill mode or select Manual mode. Press the STOP
button at any time to stop the current operation and reset the selected mode.
Autofill mode: Press the gray dispense button to generate Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution. You can pause operation by pressing the dispense button again and restart it
by pressing the dispense button a third time. A blinking light on the selected Autofill
button on the Mode Panel indicates that the generation of Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution is in process. This light will continue to blink even when the Generator is
paused. Upon dispensing the selected volume, the Generator will automatically stop
dispensing and the appropriate Autofill button light will be illuminated steadily.
Manual mode: Press and continue to hold down the gray dispense button to generate
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution. Release the dispense button to stop the generation of
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution. Never generate less than 250ml of the Vashe Wound
Therapy Solution to ensure that it is within specification.
Generate additional Vashe Wound Therapy Solution as required, emptying the waste
container when necessary.
Ensure an Adequate Electrolyte Level
If during an Autofill operation the electrolyte level runs low, the Generator will cease
generation of Vashe Wound Therapy Solution, and the yellow LOW light on the
Reservoir Status will be illuminated. The light on the selected Autofill button of the
Mode Panel will continue to blink, and the Generator will beep every 10 seconds.
Replenish the electrolyte, ensure that the green OK light on the Reservoir Status is
illuminated, and press the gray dispense button to complete the current fill. In the
Manual mode, the Generator will stop operation when there is no electrolyte.

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Test the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution
Available Free Chlorine (AFC) Concentration: Use one of the two available
methods to test the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution for the proper concentration:
Palintest
®
1000 Chlorometer-Duo Meter. When using the meter, follow the operating
procedure provided with the instrument. The acceptable range is 150-250ppm AFC.
Contact PuriCore Customer Service if your Vashe Wound Therapy Solution is out of
specification.
Vashe Wound Therapy Analysis Kit. Take sample as directed and ship using the
enclosed envelope. PuriCore will analyze the sample and report the findings to you.
Available Free Chlorine (AFC) Presence Indicator:
Vashe Wound Therapy Test Strips. When using the Vashe Wound Therapy Test
Strips, follow the "Directions for Use" provided, which depict the acceptable color
range. Note that these strips only indicate the presence of hypochlorous acid in the
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution, not the actual concentration.
To order these test strips or the Palintest meter, see page 19 of this User
Manual.
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution Directions for Use
Operating Procedures
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution is cleared to clean, irrigate, moisten and
debride acute and chronic dermal lesions. It can be used in the following
methods.
• Flush or flood a wound by pouring Vashe Wound Therapy Solution directly on the
wound site.
• Soak the wound in the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution in various types of baths.
• Swab the wound using gauze soaked in Vashe Wound Therapy Solution.
• Moisten a wound dressing liberally with Vashe Wound Therapy Solution and
cover the wound bed.
• Administer Vashe Wound Therapy in a wound using a trigger-activated spray or
pulsed lavage device with an adjustable nozzle that produces a stream of liquid at
approximately 8 to 14 psi.
• To keep a wound dressing moist, apply additional Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution as needed.
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Maintenance
Warnings: Always unplug the power cord from the the back of the Vashe
Wound Therapy Generator before initiating any maintenance
procedures to avoid shock or damage to unit.
Never allow fluid to enter the power entry connection.
Never place a filled Vashe Wound Therapy Generator on its side or
upside down.
Cleaning the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator’s Exterior
• Always clean the exterior of the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator in its upright
position.
• Keep the funnel lid closed while cleaning. Seepage of cleaning solution into the
funnel will contaminate the solution in the reservoir tank.
• Remove the dispense and waste containers from the wells of the Vashe Wound
Therapy Generator. Wash the containers separately from the Vashe Wound Therapy
Generator. Use a solution of mild liquid detergent and warm tap water.
• Do not apply cleaning solution directly to the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator.
Slightly dampen a cotton cloth, paper cloth, or sponge with a solution of mild liquid
detergent and warm tap water. Clean all exterior surfaces of the Generator. Once
cleaned, the surface can be wiped with a dry cloth.

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Precautions
General Operating Precautions
Do not kink, crimp, or otherwise obstruct the flow of the optional drain tubing. Do not
elevate the drain tubing above the bottom of the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator.
You can cut the drain tubing to length but do not extend the drain tubing in any way
with fittings or couplings.
Add Vashe Electrolyte Solution to the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator only when
the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator is powered ON and the yellow LOW light on
the Reservoir Status is illuminated.
Always pour the entire contents of the Vashe Electrolyte Solution bottle into the
Generator. The green OK light on the Reservoir Status indicates that there is
enough Vashe Electrolyte Solution in the reservoir tank.
Overfilling the Vashe Electrolyte Solution can damage the electric components of
the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and will void the warranty. Never top-off,
overfill the tank, or add Vashe Electrolyte Solution while the green OK light is
illuminated.
If all lights on the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator are flashing, cycle the power off
and then on to clear any errors.
Vashe Electrolyte Solution is not a wound cleansing solution. Vashe Wound
Therapy Solution is the wound cleansing product generated by the Vashe Wound
Therapy System.
Never pour the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution or the Vashe Waste Product back
into the Generator.
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WARNING: For external use only. Not for injection.
HANDLING: Vashe Wound Therapy Solution is non-irritating and non-
sensitizing to skin and eyes and requires no special handling
precautions.
STORAGE: Store in the Vashe-labeled, approved opaque, tightly-capped
HDPE containers at room temperature for up to 30 days
unopened. Once opened, the solution must be used within 7
days.
Do not store in unauthorized containers.
INGREDIENTS:
DISPOSAL: Vashe Wound Therapy Solution is safe to the environment. No
special disposal considerations are required for unused Vashe
Wound Therapy Solution.
Discard any unused Vashe Wound Therapy Solution within 24
hours if left in an uncapped container.
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution Appearance and Odor
It is normal for the Vashe Wound Therapy Solution to appear slightly cloudy at
times. The cloudiness will dissipate in a few minutes. Vashe Wound Therapy
Solution will have a mild chlorine odor.
The Generator Self-Diagnostics and Error Monitoring
The Vashe Wound Therapy Generator monitors internal parameters and performs
self-diagnostics. If an error condition occurs, the unit will begin to blink all the lights
on both the Reservoir Status Panel and the Mode Panel. The Vashe Wound
Therapy Generator will beep once, and then it will beep the number of the error
code. Cycling the power off and then on will clear the error code. You can do this
without damage to the Generator.
Operating Procedures
Water 99.574%
Sodium chloride 0.4%
Hypochlorous acid 0.025%
Sodium chlorate 0.001%

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Warnings and Cautions
For your protection, read these safety instructions completely and keep this guide
for further reference. Observe and comply with all warnings, cautions, and
instructions placed on the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator or described in the
installation and operating instructions.
UL Approved: This device has been tested as laboratory equipment in
accordance with applicable UL (Underwriters
Laboratory) specifications and meets specified electronic
leakage requirements.
Warnings: This symbol located on the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator
is intended to alert you to a possible electrical shock hazard.
Use only an approved power cord set. If you are not sure as to the proper power
cord to use with your Vashe Wound Therapy Generator, contact your sales
person, your PuriCore sales representative, or call PuriCore Customer Service.
Do not operate the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator if there is damage to the
power cord or plug, if the Generator is malfunctioning, or if it has been dropped or
otherwise damaged. Never attach or detach the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator
from a source of AC power with wet hands. Do not directly touch or apply power or
disconnect power if the power cord is wet. Use a dry glove or towel to avoid a
possible shock hazard.
Never pull on the power cord to remove the plug from an outlet. Grasp the plug
and pull to disconnect.
Do not attempt to service the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator yourself as
opening the Generator housing risks a shock hazard that could result in serious
injury or death. Opening the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator for any reason will
void any applicable product warranty. Contact PuriCore Customer Service to return
the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator for repair.
Do not allow Vashe Electrolyte Solution to spill over the back of the Generator
when filling.
Precautions
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Precautions
Cautions: Be certain to read and understand the important safety and
operating information below before proceeding.
Monitor the waste container levels and dispose the waste product as needed.
When disposing the waste product, avoid contact with eyes, skin, mucous
membranes, or clothing. Do not allow the waste product to be inhaled or ingested.
Wash your hands after handling.
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution might cause slight discoloration of some
unprotected metals such as aluminum and steel.
Use the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator only as described in this user manual
and only with the accessories supplied or recommended by PuriCore.
Use only the approved Vashe Electrolyte Solution. Use of any other solution
can severely damage the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator and void the
warranty.
Never operate the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator unless both the dispense
container (or a bottle on the bottle riser) and the waste container (or drain tubing)
are inserted into the wells of the Generator.
Always use the Vashe Wound Therapy Generator on a firm, level surface to
ensure against tipping. Do not move the unit when it is filled with fluid unless the
Generator is malfunctioning and must be drained. Operate the Generator in an
upright position. Placing unit on its side or on its back or front risks the spilling of
Vashe Electrolyte Solution and other damage.