UM-1151140EN, Rev. C, May 2016
5.4.1. Aiming Beam
Integrity Test
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Refer to the appropriate delivery system manual for
important, additional information on laser beam integrity
specific to that device.
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When using a fiber delivery device always inspect the fiber
to ensure that it has not been kinked, punctured, fractured,
or otherwise damaged. The fiber may be damaged if
stepped on, pulled, left lying in a vulnerable position, kinked,
or tightly coiled. Do not clamp the fiber with a hemostat or
other instruments. If sterile tape is used, always remove the
tape before lifting the fiber. A damaged fiber may cause
accidental laser exposure or injury to the treatment room
personnel or patient and/or cause fire in the treatment room.
Before beginning treatment, verify the aiming beam integrity by
performing the following:
1.
Ensure that the delivery system is properly connected to the Smart532
laser as described in the Connection Instructions sections earlier in
this chapter.
2.
Turn on the Smart532 laser system.
3.
Verify that there are no error messages displayed on the control panel.
If a message is displayed, ensure that the connector is fastened
properly to the fiber connection port. If Incompatible Delivery
Device Connected is
displayed, connect a compatible delivery
system.
4.
Set the aiming beam to the highest intensity.
5.
Hold a non-reflective surface, such as a tongue depressor, in front of
the probe fiber tip or at the delivery system’s focal plane. A red spot
(the aiming beam) should appear on the flat surface. If the aiming
beam is weak, verify that the aiming beam is set to the highest
intensity.
Do not use the delivery system if the aiming beam is set to the
highest intensity and is still weak or not visible; the fiber may be
damaged. A damaged fiber may cause accidental laser
exposure to the treatment room personnel or patient, and/or fire
in the treatment room.
6.
Set the desired laser treatment parameters.
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