8
CAUTION:
Be sure lamp’s glass surface is clean and free from fingerprints after assem-
bly. If necessary, the glass may be cleaned with a soft cloth or cotton ball moistened in
alcohol.
Fiberoptic Light Guide Replacement:
1) Loosen the locking screw with a screwdriver. (Note: This screw is
NOT designed to be completely removed. This prevents the screw
from falling out while the laryngoscope is in use. DO NOT attempt to
remove this screw from the laryngoscope blade.)
2) Pull out the green base of the fiberoptic bundle and slide out the light guide (Figure
5). (Note: The fiberoptic bundle is tightly fitted and may be difficult to remove.)
3) Insert new fiberoptic bundle by reversing the above steps.
4) Tighten the locking screw, ensuring that the fiberoptic bundle is securely attached to
the laryngoscope blade.
Figure 5
Test Procedures
Laryngoscope blades and handles should always be tested after
cleaning/disinfecting/sterilization, and prior to use. To test, connect the laryngoscope
blade to handle and push blade to ON position. If the unit fails to light or flickers, check
the lamp for a secure connection, batteries, and electrical contacts. Be sure to have ade-
quate supplies of replacement bulbs and batteries.
Caps on battery handle should be secure before use. If they are not, it could cause the
blade to move out of position. Laryngoscopes should be visually inspected for wear or
aging prior to use and after long storage periods. It is strongly recommended that back-
up laryngoscopes are kept on hand for emergency situations.