Arthrex AR-3200-1018, Instructions For Use Manual

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3.0 Maintenance
Regular and proper maintenance of your Synergy Laser Light Source are the best ways to protect your
investment and avoid non-warranty repairs.
Recommended care and handling of the Synergy
Laser Light Source includes proper day-to-day operation,
cleaning, and sterilization which are extremely important to ensure safe and efficient operation. It is important to
visually inspect the device before each use.
Your authorized Arthrex service department is the most knowledgeable about the device and will provide
competent and efficient service. Any services and/or repairs done by any unauthorized repair facility may result
in reduced performance of the instruments or instrument failure.
3.1 Life Expectancy
Life expectancy for the product is expected to meet and exceed the warranty period for approximately 5 years
under normal use and standard of care.
3.2 Periodic Maintenance
The product should be inspected prior to and after each use to ensure that there is no damage.
3.3 Cleaning and Sterilizing
Follow universal precautions for protective apparel when handling and cleaning contaminated instruments.
3.3.1 Cleaning the Synergy Laser Light Source
1. Disconnect the device from power.
2. Use a fresh CaviWipe or equivalent to remove any gross contamination from the device.
3. Use a second fresh CaviWipe or equivalent to thoroughly wet the surface of the device and ensure that
it remains visibly wet for 3 minutes. Additional CaviWipes or equivalents may be needed to ensure that
the device remains visibly wet for 3 minutes.
4. Allow the device to air dry.
CAUTION: Do not sterilize the laser light source or immerse in liquid or disinfectant solution.
3.4 Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action
Laser does not power
on. Power LED does
not light up.
• Power cord is unplugged.
• Suspect power cord.
• Plug power cord into laser light source
and/or a properly grounded
receptacle.
• Replace power cord.