Stryker Neptune SafeAir
Stryker · Model Neptune SafeAir
Safety and Satisfaction: Helps reduce exposure to smoke related biohazards Efficiency: Eliminates need for nurses with smoke tube, freeing up space at the table and hands to assist. Integrates with existing monopolar electrosurgical generators and smoke evacuation systems (22mm inlet) like that in the Neptune 3 Waste Management System. Performance: Helps maintain a clear operative site and its ergonomic design aids transition from standard electrosurgical pencils. Ergonomics: Designed to preserve surgeons natural technique via a lightweight and ergonomic electrosurgical pencil. ULPA filtration in accordance with AORN guidelines. Auto-activation via integrated sensor that detects pencil current. Lighted indicator visibly tracks filter life; shows when change is needed. Proprietary vacuum design enables near instant "on tip" suction at the power level set. Multiple activation codes; Automatic, continuous and footswitch. Adjustable time delay to enable maximum smoke evacuation.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Low or no suction / capture
HighSymptoms: Plume not captured, weak airflow, blower ramps but flow is low.
Root cause: Loaded ULPA / charcoal filter, a worn blower / turbine, or a leak / kink in the hose.
Filter loaded / end of life
MediumSymptoms: Filter-change alarm, reduced airflow, odour breakthrough.
Root cause: ULPA / activated-charcoal filter at end of its capacity.
Auto-activation / ESU-sync fault
MediumSymptoms: Evacuator does not start with the ESU, or runs continuously.
Root cause: The ESU-sensing cuff / cable or the auto-activation board.
Blower / turbine fault
MediumSymptoms: Noisy, weak, or dead blower even with a new filter.
Root cause: Worn blower / turbine bearings or motor.
Noise / control fault
LowSymptoms: Very loud in use, speed will not adjust.
Root cause: Worn blower or a speed-control fault.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
ULPA / activated-charcoal filter
Class ConsumableRel. cost $$R&R Easy
Blower / turbine assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
ESU-sensing cuff / auto-activation board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Hose / wand adapters
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
Speed-control board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| ULPA / activated-charcoal filter | Consumable | $$ | Easy |
| Blower / turbine assembly | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| ESU-sensing cuff / auto-activation board | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Hose / wand adapters | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
| Speed-control board | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Low or no capture
- Fit a fresh filter and confirm the change alarm clears.
- Check the hose and wand for kinks or blockage.
- Confirm the blower spins up to full speed.
- Measure capture at the wand if a meter is available.
- Replace the blower / turbine if flow is low with a new filter.
Symptom: Does not auto-start with the ESU
- Confirm auto-activation mode is selected.
- Check the ESU-sensing cuff is around the correct ESU lead and the cable is intact.
- Test manual mode to confirm the blower works.
- Adjust the activation sensitivity if provided.
- Replace the sensing cuff / auto-activation board as isolated.
Technical Specs
- Height
- 5.5 in
- Length
- 0 in
- Weight
- 28.66 lbs
- Width
- 14.96 in
Documents & Manuals
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
It has been identified that the impacted docking station (SN 2521008873) was not product released from manufacturing and may not have completed required testing prior to being shipped to your facility. There is a potential risk of electrical shock due to the device s safety testing being unverifiable.
- RECALL
Bolts on the vacuum pump filter housing and the flange plate were not properly tightened, impacting the function of the Neptune rovers. Systems with loose bolts may fail to provide sufficient suction force or loss of suction during a procedure.
- RECALL
There is a potential for the product to activate without manual input when plugged into a power source or remain active after buttons are released. Unintentional activation of the device may result in localized burns to the patient or physician from electrical currents carried through conductive objects or fluids. Medical/surgical intervention may be needed to correct these injuries
- RECALL
Due to a distribution error, product from the affected lot was shipped expired.
- RECALL
Hairline fractures in a component could allow electrical current to arc out of the device, resulting in a burn to the patient and/or user.
- RECALL
Stryker initiated a voluntary recall of the 120 V Neptune 3 Rover on 07/01/2016, due to a potential for the device to experience system errors causing the device to shutdown if high levels of electromagnetic interference are present in the operating room.
- RECALL
The Fluid Coupling Sleeve, a component within the Neptune Waste Management System Docker, may be out of specification. This can cut or dislodge the PTFE seal and cause a leak between the Rover and Docker couplers during docking or leaking from the Rover coupler after docking. The potential hazard is waste fluid and/or fresh water dispensed from the Neptune 2 Rover at the incorrect time.
- RECALL
Stryker Instruments is initiating a recall of the Neptune 2 Waste Management System due to complaints related to installation failures of the Neptune 2 diverter valve assembly during docking.
- RECALL
The purpose of this correction is to upgrade the Neptune 2 Waste Management Systems in the field to the recently obtained 510(k) clearance specifications.
- RECALL
Stryker has received two reports of serious injury as a result of tissue damage associated with the use of the Neptune 2, including an event in which one customer connected the Neptune 2 System to a passive chest drainage tube post operatively, resulting in a fatality. The current IFU did not specifically warn against connecting all Neptune Waste Management devices, which is a high vacuum/high flow device, to a passive drainage tube. June 12, 2012, customers were instructed to review the revised IFU, distribute to affected departments, and educate users of the Neptune on this warning. Warning Labels, which are pending distribution, are required on all Neptune devices. Further investigation found the Neptune 1 Silver, Neptune 2 Ultra (120V) and Neptune 2 Ultra (230V) lacked FDA 510(k) clearance and therefore are not legally marketed without determination of their safety and effectivene
- RECALL
Beginning May 24, 2011 Stryker Neptune 2 (N2) Waste Management Systems castors were replaced with a new castor design because investigation found the old design had the potential for the casters to bind compromising the Rover's ability to roll. This can result in additional strain on the operator, due to multiple exposures resulting in back pain.
- RECALL
The grounding pin may break inside of the electrical plug, resulting in a shock hazard.
- RECALL
Cap may be cracked and fail, exposing O.R. staff to patient blood, and cause an unexpected loud noise in the O.R.
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