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NeuroTherm NT1100 User Manual

NeuroTherm NT1100
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NEUROTHERM RADIO FREQUENCY LESION GENERATOR
MODEL NT1100
®
OPERATORS MANUAL
Document 109.00 10September2012 Issue 06
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 1-1
General Considerations ..................................................................................................................... 1-1
Indications for Use……………………………………………………………………………………………..1-2
2 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....................................................................................................... 2-1
Warnings ........................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Cautions ............................................................................................................................................ 2-3
Contraindications ............................................................................................................................... 2-3
3 TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................................................................... 3-1
Specification ...................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Earth Leakage ................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Environmental Conditions .................................................................................................................. 3-8
Minimising Electromagnetic Interference ........................................................................................... 3-8
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................ 3-9
4 UNPACKING AND ACCEPTANCE TESTING ............................................................................... 4-1
Electrical Safety Testing .................................................................................................................... 4-2
5 DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLS ........................................................................................... 5-1
Front Panel Keyboard Layout ............................................................................................................ 5-2
RF Lesion Operation…………………………………………………………………………………………..5-4
Connector Panel Layout………………………………………………………………………………………5-6
Back Panel Layout…………………………………………………………………………………………….5-7
6 GETTING STARTED ..................................................................................................................... 6-1
General description of screen displays .............................................................................................. 6-1
Setting up the machine for the first time ............................................................................................ 6-8
Undertaking Simple Procedures ................................................................................................... 6-13
Motor and Sensory Stimulation…………………………………………………………………………….6-15
7 MORE ADVANCED USE .............................................................................................................. 7-1
General terminology, logging, messages and simple operation ......................................................... 7-1
USB and Printing Records. ................................................................................................................ 7-1
RF Pulse Mode.................................................................................................................................. 7-6
Pulse Dose ........................................................................................................................................ 7-7
Two electrodes RF ............................................................................................................................ 7-8
Two Electrode Thermal Lesion .......................................................................................................... 7-9
Dual Electrode Operation ................................................................................................................ 7-10
Dual Electrode Lesion ..................................................................................................................... 7-12
Caution ............................................................................................................................................ 7-12
Simplicity II and III Procedure Mode………………………………………………………………………..7-13
Three Electrode RF………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-13
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NeuroTherm NT1100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChannelsSingle
Frequency460 kHz
Operating ModesContinuous, Pulsed
Weight10 lbs
Input Voltage100-240 VAC
RF Output Power50 Watts

Summary

General Introduction to NeuroTherm NT1100

General Considerations for Use

Regular inspection of accessories, especially electrode cables for damage.

Indications for Use

The NT1100 is intended for creating lesions in neural tissue using approved probes.

Warnings and Cautions

Warnings for Safe Operation

Potential harm to self or others; specific hazards like electrical output, explosion, shock, fuse replacement.

Cautions for Equipment Handling

Conditions that may lead to equipment damage or malfunction; proper handling and servicing advice.

Contraindications for Procedures

Absolute and relative conditions where the procedure should not be performed.

Technical Data and Specifications

Device Specification Details

Details on size, weight, electrical requirements, and standards compliance.

Earth Leakage Current Limits

Specifies maximum allowable leakage currents for various conditions.

Environmental Operating Conditions

Specifies temperature, humidity, and pressure for transport, storage, and operation.

Minimising Electromagnetic Interference

Guidelines to minimize interference between the NeuroTherm and other devices.

Machine Symbols Explained

Explains the meaning of symbols displayed on the machine.

Unpacking and Acceptance Testing

Electrical Safety Testing Procedures

Outlines settings and plugs for electrical safety analyser tests.

Description of Controls

Front Panel Keyboard Layout

Details the keyboard segments: Stimulate, RF Power, Control.

RF Lesion Operation Explained

Explains the unique heating algorithm for multi-electrode heating control.

Connector Panel Layout

Identifies and describes the purpose of various sockets on the panel.

Back Panel Layout Overview

Details components on the rear panel like power switch, IEC connector, fuses, and serial plate.

Getting Started with NeuroTherm NT1100

Screen Displays and Navigation Basics

Overview of screen displays including Self Test and basic navigation elements.

Doctor and Patient Profile Management

Steps for entering and storing doctor and patient details for procedures.

Procedure and Parameter Setup

Configuring procedure settings, electrode selection, and operating parameters.

Basic Procedure Execution Guide

Guides on undertaking simple procedures and performing stimulation.

More Advanced Use

Data Logging and Printing Records

Logging procedure data and managing records via USB and printer.

Site Labeling for Lesion Identification

Enabling and using site labels to identify lesion locations.

Specialized Procedure Modes

Details on specialized modes like RF Pulse, Pulse Dose, multi-electrode, Cordotomy, and Bipolar.

Procedure Profiles and System Maintenance

Using profiles, testing sites, caution, and maintenance access.

Error and Advice Messages

List of Error and Fault Messages

Categorizes messages by severity (User Advice, System Status, User Warning, Critical Fault).

Principles of Lesioning, Lesion Sizes, and Basic Procedures

Physical Principles of Radiofrequency Ablation

Explains the physics behind RF ablation and the circuit.

Typical Heat Lesion Sizes

Illustrates lesion shapes and sizes at different temperatures and gauges.

Basic Procedures for Stimulation and Lesion

Outlines auto test and seven-step procedures for basic operation.

Maintenance

EC Declaration of Conformity