Operation Instructions 73
Selecta
PBL200051, Rev J
Operation Instructions
Preoperative Instructions
1 Ensure that the Selecta system is properly connected, as described in the
“Connection instructions” section of this manual.
2 Post the “Laser in Use” warning sign outside the treatment room door.
3 Verify that the pre-operative system set up, as described in this manual, was
properly performed.
4 Ensure that all persons in the treatment room are wearing the appropriate laser
safety eyewear, as described in the “Laser Safety Eyewear” section of this
manual.
5 Turn on the laser, as instructed in this manual.
Intraoperative Instructions
1 As detailed in this manual, prepare the treatment room and verify that the
laser is turned on and in standby mode.
2 Position the patient.
3 Turn on the slit lamp illumination.
4 If used, place the contact lens in the patient’s eye.
5 Adjust the slit lamp, if necessary. Verify a clear view of the target tissue.
6 Select the desired treatment parameters.
WARNING - Verify energy settings before, during, and after treatment.
WARNING - Incorrect treatment settings can cause serious tissue damage.
Therefore, it is recommended that you use the lowest acceptable treatment
settings until you are familiar with the instrument’s capabilities. Use extreme
caution until you thoroughly understand the biological interaction between the
laser energy and tissue.
7 Place the laser in ready mode.
8 Depress the joystick laser pushbutton or footswitch to deliver the treatment
beam to the target site.