Millennium Surgical Algerbrush II User Manual

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Algerbrush II
Instructions for Use and Care
IFU-2016.03.07
e ALGERBRUSH II burr must be sterilized prior to its initial use and following each use thereaer (for sterilization
information, refer to section entitled “Sterilization” )
e chuck and burr on the ALGERBRUSH II are held together by friction and may become loose during shipment. Prior to
each use of the ALGERBRUSH II, check the following:
1) Burr ts snugly within the chuck
2) Chuck ts snugly on the motor sha
*** If either of the above parts is loose, injury to the patient could result if the assembly falls o during use. Please refer to
section entitled “Chuck and Burr Maintenance”
OPERATION
To start the ALGERBRUSH II, turn end nut in “ON” direction indicated on ALGERBRUSH II label, i.e., to the right
To stop the ALGERBRUSH II, turn end nut in “OFF” direction indicated on ALGERBRUSH II label, i.e., to the le
*** Note: To ensure ALGERBRUSH II is “OFF”, check that the chuck and burr have stopped spinning.
INSTALLATION / CHANGING OF BATTERY
*** Note: When changing battery, care should be taken not to put pressure on the battery clip as it may break at the point
where it attaches to the motor
• Remove chuck and burr assembly (see section entitled “Installation of Chuck and Burr Assembly”)
• Remove end nut
• Slide motor and battery assembly out of housing
• Battery must be installed - Pole rst (closest to motor; see ALGERBRUSH II diagram above)
(If battery installed + Pole rst, the ALGERBRUSH II will not function properly)
• Place new battery between motor and battery clip (- Pole closest to motor)
• Re-insert motor and battery assembly into housing
• Ensure motor seated properly in housing by checking the following:
1) Motor sha centered in hole at tip of housing
2) Tip of motor sha just even with top of housing
• Partially tighten end nut
• Note: if motor starts spinning, see section above entitled “Operation of ALGERBRUSH II” for
instructions to stop motor
END CAP
BURR
CHUCK
HOUSING
AA BATTERY
SWITCH STRIP
OFF ON
MOTOREND NUT
Warning: If this device is/was used in a patient with or suspected of having Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), the device cannot be reused and must
be destroyed due to the inability to reprocess or sterilize to eliminate the risk of cross-contamination!

Millennium Surgical Algerbrush II Specifications

General

Brand	Millennium Surgical
Model	Algerbrush II
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Operation and Battery Installation

Operation

Instructions for starting and stopping the Algerbrush II by turning the end nut.

Installation / Changing of Battery

Procedure for installing or changing the battery, including precautions for the battery clip.

Chuck, Burr, and Sterilization Procedures

Installation of Chuck and Burr Assembly

Steps for installing and removing the chuck and burr assembly onto the motor shaft.

Chuck and Burr Maintenance

Procedures for tightening a loose chuck or burr assembly using pliers.

Sterilization of the Algerbrush II

Important note not to autoclave the entire instrument; housing can be wiped with alcohol.

Appendix 1: Cleaning and Sterilization Instructions

Instructions for cleaning and sterilizing carbide burrs before initial and subsequent use.

Usage Guidelines and Safety Warnings

Warnings

Precautions against using specific chemicals or methods for sterilization and cleaning.

Reprocessing Limitations

Determining the end of life for carbide burrs based on wear and damage.

Ultrasonic Cleaning Procedure

Step-by-step guide for cleaning carbide burrs using a pH-neutral solution and sonication.

Inspection Testing

Procedure for inspecting the device for debris and damage before use.

Packaging and Storage

Guidelines for packaging burrs for sterilization and storing them until required.