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Valleylab ForceTriad - User Manual

Valleylab ForceTriad
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Users Guide
ForceTriad
Energy Platform

Table of Contents

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Summary

ForceTriad Energy Platform Overview and General Features

ForceTriad Energy Platform Front Panel

Details the physical layout and interfaces of the ForceTriad energy platform's front panel.

Introduction to the ForceTriad Platform

Provides a general introduction to the ForceTriad energy platform's capabilities and design.

System Conventions and Symbols

Explains the conventions and symbols used throughout the user guide for clarity and understanding.

Power Modes Overview

Describes the different power output modes available on the ForceTriad energy platform, including monopolar and bipolar.

Patient and Operating Room Safety

System Setup and General Safety

Guides users on safely setting up the energy platform and covers general safety precautions during use.

Fire and Explosion Hazards

Details potential fire and explosion risks associated with electrosurgery and precautions to mitigate them.

Energy Platform Safety Precautions

Outlines specific safety measures for the energy platform itself, including instrument connection and placement.

Instrument and Patient Safety Considerations

Discusses safety related to active instruments, pacemakers, and ICDs when using the electrosurgical system.

Electrode and Burn Prevention

Provides essential guidance on patient return electrode placement and preventing inadvertent RF burns.

Laparoscopic Procedure Safety

Addresses unique safety considerations and potential hazards specific to laparoscopic procedures.

System Setup

System Setup Procedures

Details the steps for initial system setup, including before startup and powering up the energy platform.

System Functions and Configuration

Explains how to adjust system functions like display brightness, activation log, language, and time/date.

Demo Mode Operation

Describes how to use the system in demo mode for demonstration purposes only.

Monopolar Function

Monopolar System Components

Identifies and describes the front and rear panel components relevant to monopolar function.

Monopolar Quick Setup Instructions

Provides a streamlined procedure for setting up the system for monopolar surgery.

Monopolar Function Overview

Offers a general overview of the monopolar modes and footswitch functionality.

Patient Return Electrodes and REM System

Explains the importance of patient return electrodes and the REM contact quality monitoring system.

Active Electrode Functionality

Details the use of active electrodes, including standard and Valleylab modes, manual control, and accessory ports.

Bipolar Surgery

Bipolar System Components

Details the front and rear panel components specific to bipolar surgery operations.

Bipolar Quick Setup and Overview

Covers the quick setup process and provides an overview of bipolar surgery functions and modes.

Bipolar Electrode and Footswitch Operation

Explains how to connect and operate bipolar electrodes and footswitches for effective use.

Autobipolar Functionality

Describes the autobipolar feature for automatic activation and cessation of bipolar energy delivery.

LigaSure Tissue Fusion

LigaSure System Components

Identifies and describes the front and rear panel components for LigaSure tissue fusion.

LigaSure Quick Setup and Overview

Provides a quick setup guide and an overview of the LigaSure tissue fusion function.

LigaSure Instruments and Operation

Covers instrument assembly, connection, settings, activation, and operation for LigaSure procedures.

LigaSure Alerts and Post-Procedure

Explains alert situations during LigaSure activation and procedures for disconnecting and reprocessing instruments.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting and REM Alarms

Provides general guidelines for troubleshooting malfunctions and specific steps for correcting REM alarms.

Correcting Malfunctions

Offers a table to help identify and correct various system malfunctions and issues.

System Alarm Resolutions

Lists common system alarms and provides solutions for correcting them.

Maintenance and Repair

Manufacturers Responsibility and Routine Maintenance

Defines the manufacturer's responsibilities and outlines routine checks and maintenance for the energy platform.

Cleaning and Product Service

Details procedures for cleaning the energy platform and information on product service options.

Calibration, Upgrades, and Service Centers

Covers procedures for calibration, software upgrades, and locating service centers for support.

Technical Specifications

Performance Characteristics

Lists key performance characteristics of the ForceTriad energy platform, including general, dimensional, and weight specifications.

Operating Parameters and Storage

Outlines the environmental and storage parameters for the energy platform, including temperature, humidity, and memory.

Audio Specifications

Details the specifications for activation tones and alarm tones, including volume and frequency.

System Component Specifications

Provides technical specifications for system components like the REM system, Autobipolar, and electrical parameters.

Standards, Symbols, and EMC

Lists relevant standards, defines symbols, and covers electromagnetic compatibility requirements.

Output Characteristics and Graphs

Presents detailed output characteristics, power settings, waveforms, and graphical representations of performance.

Valleylab ForceTriad Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelForceTriad
TissueFect sensing technologyYes
Automatic Tissue Impedance MeasurementYes
ManufacturerMedtronic
DisplayTouchscreen
Safety FeaturesREM

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