Hologic Affirm - Biopsy Device Adapter; Biopsy Device; Figure 12: Attaching a Biopsy Device Adapter to the Device Mount (Standard)

Affirm Breast Biopsy Guidance System User Guide
Chapter 3: Installation, Verification, and Removal
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3.4.3 Biopsy Device Adapter
Installation of the Biopsy Device Adapter on the Standard Device Mount
1. Align the outer holes in the biopsy device adapter (item 1 in the following figure)
with the guide pins on the device mount.
2. Align the middle hole in the biopsy device adapter with the mount screw (item 2).
3. Turn the mount knob (item 3) to secure the biopsy device adapter.
Figure 12: Attaching a Biopsy Device
Adapter to the Device Mount (Standard)
Figure Legend
1. Biopsy Device Adapter Holes
2. Device Mount Screw
3. Device Mount Knob
Removal of the Biopsy Device Adapter
1. Turn the mount knob to release the biopsy device adapter.
2. Pull the biopsy device adapter away from the mount.
3.4.4 Biopsy Device
Follow the directions supplied by the manufacturer to install or remove the biopsy
device and adapter. Carefully insert the biopsy needle through the disposable needle
guide when installing the biopsy device.