Hologic Affirm - Accessory Installation and Removal

Affirm Breast Biopsy Guidance System User Guide
Chapter 3: Installation, Verification, and Removal
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Adjust the Bracket Height
1. Release the Attachment Bracket Lock (see the previous figure, item 5).
2. Slide the bracket to the required height.
3. Push the Attachment Bracket Lock into the locked position.
Adjust the Biopsy Control Module Position
1. Release the Lock Knob for the Articulating Arm (see the previous figure, item 1).
2. Tilt or change the current angle of the Biopsy Control Module.
3. Rotate the Lock Knob to lock the Biopsy Control Module in the new position.
3.4 Installation and Removal of Accessories
3.4.1 Biopsy Compression Paddles
5x5 cm Standard
Biopsy Paddle
6x7 cm Standard
Biopsy Paddle
5x5 cm Axillary
Biopsy Paddle
15 cm Lateral Arm
Biopsy Paddle*
*The system automatically recognizes when a Lateral Arm is installed on the Biopsy Guidance Module.
The biopsy compression paddles attach to the compression device on the imaging
system. Refer to the imaging system User Guide for instructions on installation and
removal of the paddles.
3.4.2 Needle Guide
Warning:
Always use sterile techniques when you use Needle Guides during the
patient procedures.
Warning:
It is important to install the device correctly. Be sure to insert the needle
through the top and bottom Needle Guides.
Note
Your needle guides can look different from the needle guides shown.