EndoWrist SP Instruments
da Vinci SP Instruments and Accessories
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DRAFT/PRE-RELEASE/CONFIDENTIAL
12/5/19
Note: Refer to individual instrument chapters for further instrument preparation
instructions.
3.3 Intraoperative Use
For information on intraoperative use (installation, insertion, and removal of the instruments),
refer to the da Vinci SP System User Manual.
3.4 Postoperative Instructions
Remove the monopolar cautery tip and MCS Tip before removing the instrument sheath.
For monopolar cautery tip removal instructions, see 6.4 Postoperative Instructions on page 34.
For MCS Tip removal instructions, see 5.4 Postoperative Instructions on page 29.
Instrument Sheath Removal
CAUTION: Use caution when installing and removing the sheaths to avoid
instrument shaft, elbow, or wrist damage. Use gloves with sufficient grip to aid with
installation and removal of the sheath.
Remove the sheath from the instrument after each procedure.
1. Press the clips on both sides of the sheath connector and push up to disengage from the
flanges on the base of the instrument shaft (
Figure 3.9 B).
Figure 3.9 Press the clips on the connector