Arthrex Angel, Operator'S Manual

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Routine Care
Angel ® cPRP System Operator’s Manual
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Chapter 6: Routine Care
To prolong equipment life and to provide maximum system performance, the routine care procedures
identified in this section should be followed.
It is presumed that the person(s) using this manual have thoroughly read and understand the
precautions associated with the use of this device. Please refer to the section entitled “ Before You
Get Started ” for specific precautions that apply to the routine maintenance of the equipment.
Precautions have been restated in this chapter, where applicable.
PRECAUTION
Due to the possibility of operator exposure to blood-borne pathogens (such as HIV,
hepatitis viruses, bacteria, etc.), Universal Precautions for blood-borne pathogens
should be practiced (e.g., gloves, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), etc.).
New Software
Periodically, new versions of the Angel System’s software may be released, which allow for better
system performance or new features. New versions of the software can be downloaded and installed
from the New Software Screen. For a detailed explanation of the New Software Screen, read
“
New Software Screen
” on page 6-4.
New versions of the system software may be downloaded from a USB storage device connected to the
Angel System’s USB Port.
In addition to updating the system software, it is possible to download and install an earlier
system version.
Follow these steps to install the new software on the
Angel System
:
1. Connect a USB storage device containing a valid software version, to the USB Port.
2. Access the New Software Screen:
a. Touch the Menu Button from any screen to display the Menu Screen.
b. Touch the “
Settings ” tab from the Menu Screen.
c. Touch the “ Check for new software ” Button located at the bottom of the “ Settings ” tab.
Note: The “ Check for new software ” Button is disabled during processing. Finish any active
cycle and empty the set before attempting to install the new software.
The
Angel System
will now check for software on any connected USB storage device or USB
connection. While it searches, the text “ Searching for software sources. Please wait… ” will
appear on the screen. If one or more versions of system software are found, the New Software
Screen will appear (see Figure 6-4).
Note:
If no software is found on any connected USB storage device or USB connection, then the
text “ No software updates found! ” will be displayed on the screen. If this happens, consult the
“ Troubleshooting the Software Update Process ” on page 5-6.
By default, the most recent software version is selected and displayed in the “ Select software
update source: ” field.