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Do not insert excessive tissue into
the Jaw heel as it may result in
poor ablation at the Jaw Heel.
•
Do not ablate in pool of blood or
other fluids as this may extend the
ablation time. Users should suction
excess fluids away from the jaws
prior to ablation.
•
Do not attempt to use an
ISOLATOR that has reached its
time limit expiration. The
ISOLATOR has an 8-hour useful
life that is tracked by the ASU. The
ISOLATOR will no longer function
after 8 hours of use and the ASU
will display a message indicating
that the ISOLATOR must be
replaced.
•
Do not use the ISOLATOR if signs
of damaged wire insulation are
noted upon inspection of the area
around the Jaw heel as it may
adversely affect ablation
performance.
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When the ASU (RF generator) and
Handpiece are used on a patient
simultaneously with physiological
monitoring equipment, ensure that
the monitoring electrodes are placed
as far as possible from the surgical
electrodes. Be sure to position the
Handpiece cables so that they do not
come in contact with the patient or
the other leads.
•
Needle monitoring electrodes are
not recommended for use when
operating the ASU (RF generator)
and Handpiece.
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Monitoring systems that incorporate
high frequency current-limiting
devices are recommended for use
with the ASU (RF generator) and
Handpiece.
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When the ASU (RF generator) is
activated in conjunction with the
Handpiece, the conducted and
radiated electrical fields may
interfere with other electrical
medical equipment. Refer to the
ASU IFU for more information
regarding potential electromagnetic
or other interference, and advice
regarding avoidance of such
interference.