2 Safety
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ARC 100 Operating Manual
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2.3.
Personal safety instructions
2.3.1.
Ambient conditions
Excessive leakage currents may create a risk of burns to the patient.
Do not operate the HF device in the immediate vicinity of the
patient. Observe the minimum distances recommended by BOWA,
as shown in the following figure.
2.3.2.
Patients with pacemakers
Malfunction or destruction of the pacemaker can endanger the life of the
patient or result in irreversible injuries to the patient.
In cases of patients with pacemakers, consult the cardiologist
before carrying out HF surgery.
Use bipolar HF methods when possible.
Move the HF neutral electrode close to the operating field.
Set the demand pacemaker to a fixed frequency.
Ensure that the pacemaker does not come into contact with the HF
electrode.
Keep a fully operational defibrillator within reach.
Carry out a postoperative pacemaker check.
