Instructions for Use
Electrosurgical Unit Minicutter
Revision 08 13
Danger of electric shock!
In order to avoid the risk of electric shock, this device may be connected only to a grounded mains supply.
Connect the device to the power outlet using the mains cable. Set mains switch (10) on the front side of the
unit to position “I”.
In order to be able to completely separate the unit from the grid in the event of danger, either the power
socket of the unit or the outlet into which the mains cable is plugged in should remain accessible.
For the decommissioning of the unit, no special measures are necessary.
4.4 Equipotential Bonding Connection
Equipotential bonding, aka potential equalization, is the conductive electrical connection of
the casings of units. It ensures that the units will always, even in case of an electric defect,
have the same potential. Equipotential bonding is required for certain operating theaters,
e.g. for intracardial operations, and can be realized via the connector for equipotential
bonding (19). The necessary connection cable is not included in the scope of delivery and
can be obtained from us if required.
4.5 Switching On / Off
After switching on the device using the mains switch (10), the unit is switched into operation mode. After
switching the unit on it is operational. The surface of the rocker switch must light up in green.
4.6 Monopolar Operation
For the assignment of the position numbers, see section 4.2 Functions of the Control Elements,
Connections and Displays, page 11.
4.6.1 Connection of the Neutral Electrode
In order to lead the current introduced into the patient back to the generator during monopolar
application, a large-area neutral electrode that is applied to the skin of the patient is used. Neutral
electrodes are available as reusable electrodes and as disposable products.
To ensure continuous application during the entire operation time, we recommend a two
-part single-use
adhesive neutral electrode. Only a two
-part adhesive neutral electrode ensures continuous monitoring of
-surface neutral electrode, the integrated Patient Control System (PCS) by
Gebrüder Martin continually monitors the neutral electrode for proper application.
If a two-piece neutral electrode is connected, the status indicator (12) for the neutral electrode goes dark
when a safe application state has been reached. As individual run-in times are to be expected, a lead period
must be taken into account during application.
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