Valleylab Force 2 - Instructions for Use; Setting Up the Generator for Surgery

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4Instructions for Use
This section describes how to set up the unit for surgery.
Setting Up the Force 2 Generator for Surgery
1. Plug the generator into a grounded receptacle. Do not use
extension cords and/or adapter plugs.
Simultaneously using two generators – Do not stack the generators or place
them too close together to allow for adequate cooling.
2. Turn on the power using the rear panel On/Off switch.
Ensure the generator performs a self-check. Verify that 8s and then dashes
appear on the displays. The generator is then in the standby mode. If any
of the indicators do not illuminate, contact your Biomedical Department.
3. If necessary, connect the footswitch to the generator rear panel.
You can connect a Valleylab monopolar two-pedal footswitch and/or a
bipolar single-pedal footswitch to the generator rear panel. Connect the
monopolar footswitch to the Monopolar Footswitch receptacle. Connect
the bipolar footswitch to the Bipolar Footswitch receptacle.
4. If necessary, apply the patient return electrode to the patient.
Follow the instructions supplied with the patient return electrode to
properly apply the return electrode to the patient.