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Clarity Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator System Operator’s Manual
9-2
Priming the System
Quick Reference: Operating the System
Priming the System
Check Connections
1. “Check connections” on page 9-2.
2. “Priming the System” on page 9-2.
3. “Testing the Handpiece” on page 9-4.
4. “System Ready for Use” on page 9-5.
NOTE
The footswitch (page 8-3), handpiece (page 8-3), and tubing set
(page 8-4) connections must be completed prior to priming the system.
NOTE
Priming the system is required to operate the handpiece.
During the prime cycle, the system pumps irrigation uid from the
irrigation bag through the irrigation tubing to the handpiece tip. The prime
cycle takes less than one minute (approximately).
On the Setup Tasks screen, make sure the footswitch, handpiece
and cartridge have a green check mark.
If not, select the ? to view further information.
Start Prime
To start priming the system:
1. On the Setup Tasks screen, select the Start Prime button.