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SOPROCARE • User’s manual
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
• For each new patient, it is essential to use the dental barriers provided with the handpiece. Cleaning/disinfection INSTRUCTIONS
of the handpiece must be performed between all appointments, even though a barrier is used. Failure to do this could result in cross
contamination of patient.
• Infection control procedures must be observed when using accessories such as SOPROTIPS and dental barriers. When using
accessories always follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to use said accessory and prevent cross contamination risk from
one patient to another. Failure to do this could result in cross contamination of patient.
• When handling camera and dental barriers, always take the appropriate hygiene measures and precautions in order to prevent
cross contamination risks.
• Handpiece should NEVER be immersed in any liquid, NOR should it be autoclaved. This could result in electric shock.
• Before using the camera, make sure it does not have any sharp edges. This could result in injury.
• DO NOT expose the SOPRO camera to water spray and do not store it in a humid environment This could result in electric shock.
• DO NOT pull on the cable. This could damage the cable and could result in electric shock.
• DO NOT compress or nip the handpiece cable. This could damage the cable and could result in electric shock.
• DO NOT drop the handpiece. This could damage the housing and could result in electric shock.
• Install the camera in a clean, dry, and well-ventilated place. This cloud result in an electric shock.
CAUTION:
• Disconnect the connection box from the power supply if you are not going to use it for several days. This will save energy.
• The surface temperature in the light emission area can reach above 41°C (after several minutes of use). Therefore avoid maintaining
this emission area in contact with the patient’s mouth. This could result in pain for patient
• The camera is a product using group 1 LEDs according to IEC 62471. To avoid any ocular risk do not look directly at the light.
NOTE :
If the hygienic protection is torn while examining a patient or if the handpiece was “infected” while withdrawing the hygienic
protector, it is essential to totally disinfect the handpiece. In order to do this: please refer to the maintenance chapter.