Reference Number.
Lot Number, Batch Code.
UL Recognized Component Mark for Canada and the
United States.
Warning.
4. Use of the endoscope
Numbers in gray circles below refer to illustrations on page 2.
4.1. Preuse check of the endoscope
1. Check that the pouch seal is intact before opening. 1a
2. Make sure to remove the protective elements from the handle and from the insertion cord.
1b
3. Check that there are no impurities or damage on the product such as rough surfaces,
sharp edges or protrusions which may harm the patient.
1c
Refer to the Instruction for Use for the compatible monitor for preparation and inspection of
the monitor. 2
4.2. Inspection of the Image
1. Plug in the endoscope into the corresponding connector on the compatible monitor.
Please ensure the colours are identical and be careful to align the arrows. 3
2. Verify that a live video image appears on the screen by pointing the distal end of the
endoscope towards an object, e.g. the palm of your hand. 4
3. Adjust the image preferences on the compatible monitor if necessary (please refer to the
monitor Instruction for Use).
4. If the object cannot be seen clearly, clean the tip.
4.3. Preparation of the endoscope
1. Carefully slide the bending control lever forwards and backwards to bend the bending
section as much as possible. Then slide the bending lever slowly to its neutral position.
Confirm that the bending section functions smoothly and correctly and returns to a
neutral position.
5a
2. Using a syringe insert 2ml of sterile water into the working channel port (if applying a
Luer Lock syringe use the enclosed introducer). Press the plunger, ensure that there are
no leaks, and that water is emitted from the distal end. 5b
3. If applicable, prepare the suction equipment according to the supplier’s manual. 5c
Connect the suctioning tube to the suction connector and press the suction button to
check that suction is applied.
4. A pre-check of compatibility of accessories is recommended. If applicable, verify that
endoscopic accessory of appropriate size can be passed through the working channel
without resistance. The enclosed introducer can be used to facilitate the insertion of
soft accessories. 5d
4.4. Operating the endoscope
Holding the endoscope and manipulating the tip 6
The handle of the endoscope can be held in either hand. The hand that is not holding the
endoscope can be used to advance the insertion cord into the patient’s nose or mouth. Use
the thumb to move the control lever and the index finger to operate the suction button. The
control lever is used to flex and extend the tip of the endoscope in the vertical plan. Moving
the control lever downward will make the tip bend anteriorly (flexion). Moving it upward will
make the tip bend posteriorly (extension). The insertion cord should be held as straight as
possible at all times in order to secure an optimal tip bending angle.
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