Olympus BF-UC180F - 3.2 Endoscope Inspection

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Chapter 3 Preparation and Inspection
ULTRASONIC BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE BF-UC180F
3.2 Inspection of the endoscope
Clean and disinfect or sterilize the endoscope as described in Chapter 7 and 8 of
this manual.
Inspection of the endoscope
1.
Inspect the control section and the endoscope connector for excessive
scratching, deformation, loose parts, or other irregularities.
2. Inspect the boot and the insertion section near the boot for bends, twists, or
other irregularities.
3. Inspect the external surface of the entire insertion section including the
bending section and the distal end for dents, bulges, swelling, peeling,
scratches, holes, sagging, transformation, bends, adhesion of foreign body,
detached, parts, protruding objects, or any other irregularities.
4. Holding the insertion section gently with one hand, carefully run your
fingertips over the entire length of the insertion section in both directions.
Inspect for any protruding objects or other irregularities. Also confirm that
the insertion section is not abnormally stiff (see Figure 3.2).
Figure 3.2
5. Inspect the covering of the bending section for sagging, swelling, cuts,
holes, or other irregularities.
6. Gently hold the midpoint of the bending section and a point 10 cm from the
distal end. Push and pull gently to confirm that the connection between the
bending section and the insertion section is not loose.
7. Inspect the objective lens and light guide at the distal end of the endoscope
for dents, bulges, swelling, or other irregularities.