P16/37 E-IM54f
5.0 OPERATION
WARNING
1) This electrosurgical unit is to be operated
by medically qualified personnel only.
2) Note that interference produced by the
operation of this unit may adversely influence
the operation of other electronic equipment.
3) While the electrosurgical unit is activated
(i.e. the running tone can be heard and power
activated indicators are illuminated) do NOT
touch the patient with a contact area of less
than 10cm
2
. This is especially important when
monopolar mode is being used at high power
settings.
4) Do not touch a monopolar or bipolar active
electrode with its active cable plugged into the
electrosurgical unit, even when changing the
electrode.
5.1 Before use ensure the details covered in the
preliminary information sections 1.5 to 1.7 have been
performed and the routine checks below in section 5.2 have
been completed. Connect the required accessories as
detailed in sections 5.3 to 5.9 and then carry out a systems
check detailed in sections 5.10 to 5.17 before using the
unit.
ROUTINE CHECK
5.2 Routine checking should be limited to external
checks of the unit, and must include all accessories and
cables. Routine checks must be carried out each time the
unit is used as follows:
WARNING
If in doubt, discard suspect component and
substitute with one of known function,
continuity and condition.
♦ Mains electrical supply cable/cord. Examine mains
electrical supply plug for condition and correct
attachment to cable/cord. Check condition of cable/
cord insulation over its entire length.
WARNING
Do not repair a damaged disposable plate
electrode or reusable plate electrode. Always
substitute a new plate electrode and, if
necessary, the cable. Always ensure that a
supply of new plate electrodes is readily
available.
♦ Plate electrode. With reusable types, examine the
plate cable and plug for signs of wear. Ensure that the
insulation of the connecting cable is in good condition.
♦ Accessory cables/cords (reusable monopolar active
and bipolar types). Examine all cables for condition
and attachment to end fittings.
Note: All active cables are subject to deterioration
caused by repeated sterilization and should be
renewed regularly.
♦ Fingerswitches. Check buttons on fingerswitches
for function and free action.
Note: All fingerswitches have a limited life and should
be renewed regularly.
♦ Footswitches. Check all footswitch cables and
connectors for condition. Check all switches for
correct function and free action.
CONNECTION OF ACCESSORIES PRIOR
TO USE or SYSTEMS CHECK
Note: For numbers in brackets refer to Illustration 11 which
folds out at the end of this manual.
Monopolar
5.3 There is a choice of active cable connections to the
lower front panel of the unit for the monopolar outputs:
♦ A three-pin fingerswitch connector can be plugged
into active fingerswitch sockets (27 and 28) for USER
2 and active fingerswitch sockets (25 and 26) for
USER 1.
♦ A single active cable with 4 mm plug (footswitch
operated) can be connected to active electrode
socket (26) for USER 1.
CAUTION
Incorrect insertion of a single 4mm monopolar
active plug into either of the USER 1
fingerswitch sockets (25) can cause damage
to the TD830 if the output is energized by a
footswitch.
♦ A single active cable with 8 mm plug (footswitch
operated) can be connected to active electrode socket
(24) for use by USER 1 only
Note: This overrides any cables plugged into the
USER 1 sockets (25 and 26).
CAUTIONS
Only one of the above active connections
should be connected to the unit at any one time
for USER 1.
If an adapter is connected to the unit and it does
not have an active cable connected to it, the
adapter must be removed from the unit.
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