Valleylab ForceTriad - Footswitch; Start System

Footswitch
LigaSure Tissue Fusion
ForceTriad User’s Guide 6-5
Footswitch
The ForceTriad energy platform in LigaSure mode can accommodate two
single-pedal LigaSure footswitches.
If you plan to activate the LigaSure instrument connected to the LigaSure 1
instrument receptacle with a footswitch, attach the purple, seven-pin, LigaSure
footswitch connector plug to the purple LigaSure 1 footswitch receptacle on the
rear panel.
If you plan to activate the LigaSure instrument connected to the LigaSure 2
instrument receptacle with a footswitch, attach the orange, nine-pin, LigaSure
footswitch connector plug to the orange LigaSure 2 footswitch receptacle on the
rear panel.
Start System
1. Plug the system power cord into the rear panel receptacle.
2. Plug the system power cord into a grounded wall receptacle.
Note: Do not plug into a power strip or extension cord.
3.
Turn the system power switch to the ON position.
Note: Verify that the system has successfully completed the start-up self-test.
before connecting instruments.
Warning
Electric Shock Hazard
• Do not connect wet instruments to the energy platform.
• Ensure that all instruments are correctly connected and that no metal is
exposed at any connection point.
Connect instruments to the proper receptacle. Improper connection may result in
inadvertent instrument activation or other potentially hazardous conditions.
Follow the instructions provided with LigaSure instruments for proper connection
and use.
The instrument receptacles on this system are designed to accept only one
instrument at a time. Do not attempt to connect more than one instrument at a
time into a given receptacle. Doing so will cause simultaneous activation of the
instruments.
Caution
Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided with LigaSure instruments
before use. Specific instructions are not included in this manual.
Inspect instruments and cords (especially reusable instruments and cords) for
breaks, cracks, nicks, and other damage before every use. If damaged, do not
use. Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury or electrical shock to
the patient or surgical team.