Olympus BF-UC180F - 10.2 Withdrawal of the Endoscope with an Irregulality

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Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
ULTRASONIC BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE BF-UC180F
10.2 Withdrawal of the endoscope with an irregulality
If an irregulality occurs while the endoscope is in use, take proper measures as
described in either “Withdrawal when the endoscopic image appears on the
monitor” or “Withdrawal when the endoscopic image does not appear on the
monitor or the frozen image cannot be restored” below. After withdrawal, return
the endoscope for repair as described in Section 10.3, “Returning the endoscope
for repair” on page 145.
If the endoscope or EndoTherapy accessory cannot be
withdrawn from the patient smoothly, do not attempt to
forcibly withdraw it; deal with it appropriately. If any
irregularities are observed, immediately contact Olympus.
Forcibly withdrawing the endoscope or EndoTherapy
accessory may cause patient injury, bleeding and/or
perforation.
Withdrawal when the endoscopic image appears on the
monitor
1.
Turn OFF all equipment except the video system center, light source,
monitor and suction pump.
2. When using an EndoTherapy accessory, withdraw the EndoTherapy
accessory slowly while the tip of the EndoTherapy accessory is closed
and/or retracted into its sheath.
3. Aspirate accumulated air, blood, mucus or other debris by depressing the
suction valve.
4. Turn UP/DOWN angulation control lever to the neutral position and carefully
withdraw the endoscope while observing the endoscopic image.
5. Remove the mouthpiece from the patient’s mouth.