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d) Close and inspect the cups/jaws of the forceps to make sure the cups/jaws are
in proper alignment. If the forceps has a spike, the spike must be completely
straight and fully within the cups/jaws.
WARNING:
The use of any forceps or accessory that shows any sign of damage or
difficulty of operation must be avoided. Any malfunction of a forceps or
accessory during a patient procedure could result in serious injury to the
patient. Also, the use of damaged forceps or accessories may result in
serious and costly damage to the endoscope.
e) Any accessory should be slowly inserted through the instrument channel inlet
with the endoscope in a straight position.
There should be no resistance encountered. If resistance is encountered, do not
attempt to introduce the accessory further.
The instrument channel may be damaged and the endoscope should not be used.
Contact the PENTAX service facility.
WARNING:
From the standpoint of infection control, all patient contact accessories
must be thoroughly cleaned and subjected to an appropriate high-level
disinfection or sterilization process before being used for the rst time and
subsequently after each clinical use.
CAUTION:
The instrument, A/W and the water jet channel systems are made of
stainless steel, Noryl and uorine-contained polymers. When any uids are
used with this endoscope, please read carefully and follow all instructions
in the instructions for use supplied with the uids for use and pay special
attention to any reactions with the materials identied in the intended uid
path.
NOTE:
Endoscope instrument, A/W and the water jet channels are composed
of stainless steel, Noryl and fluorine contained polymers. PENTAX is not
aware of any reports of material incompatibility between these materials
and fluids that are commonly used during endoscopic procedures. As
relates to reprocessing, PENTAX publishes a list of compatible detergents
and disinfectants. In the event that the healthcare team intends to infuse
a less commonly or rarely used fluid through the instrument channel in
conjunction with a procedure, it is strongly advised that the manufacturer
of the fluid be consulted for material compatibility information with
stainless steel and polymers containing uorine. Also, please consult the
PENTAX list of compatible reprocessing agents for guidance regarding
compatible detergents and disinfectants.
NOTE:
Accessories should always be inspected and checked with the particular
endoscope prior to each procedure.
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