Söring MBC-601 - 1 Introduction

27/04/04 © Söring Users manual RF-units
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not valid for MBC600
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1. Introduction
This operating manual describes the function and handling of the Radio Frequency Surgery
Equipment MBC. The manual serves as an instruction reference and should be read thoroughly
before operating the equipment. Only then can the correct handling of the equipment be assured.
In case of incorrect handling no liability will be taken on by the manufacturer.
MBC's are RF surgery equipment conforming to DIN IEC 601 part 1, respectively EN60601-1
utilized only for rooms for medical use. Every important function is controlled and supervised by a
microprocessor.
The MBC units, in MONOPOLAR MODE, are meant for the use in general surgery and
gastroenterology. In MONOPOLAR MODE, operations on the heart, eyes and in the brain
(neurosurgery) are not admissible!!!
This equipment has not
been developed for continual operation (constant power supply for a
longer period). The period for use fulfills the demands for operation of the EN60601-2-2 (10s load,
30s
break).
This RF Surgery unit meets the requirements of the (EMC) guideline 93/42/EWG of the European
Community and is therefore labeled with the
0123
sign!
Before starting operation the appropriate handpieces must always be checked for external
damage.
The Söring Company only accepts liability if accessories from the Accessories Order List
were used!!!
At the end of the normal life cycle of the unit it should be taken to either a legitimate electronics
disposal site or to the Söring Company.
Symbols Used
F
Patient electrode (when RF applied patient
electrode- electrode insulated against earth)
Defibrillator save
Attention!, see also covering
documents
Monopolar Cutting & Coagulation
Off (separation from main power
supply)
Bipolar Cutting
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and Coagulation
On (connection to main power supply) Potential equation pin
type CF
Attention high voltage
0123
CE label acc. To 93/42/EWG
!