Candela AlexTriVantage, Operator'S Manual

Page: 27 / 116

8501-00-1800, Revision 05 Confidential 1-13
Candela Corporation AlexTriVantage Laser System
Gauze, Drapes, and Clothing
Avoid combustible materials such as gauze, drapes and clothing in the treatment area.
When the use of gauze or drapes is required, all combustible materials must be kept
moist with water or saline.
Saline soaked Telfa pads rather than gauze should be used to protect the eyes.
Masks, Cannula and Airway Materials
Avoid the use of colored masks, cannula or airway materials.
Treatment Area Preparation
Never use any flammable substance, such as alcohol or acetone, in the preparation of
the skin for treatment. Use soap and water, if necessary.
When alcohol is used to clean and disinfect any part of the Handpiece, it must be
allowed to dry before the laser is pulsed.
Anesthetics
Anesthetics administered either by inhalation or topically must be approved as non-
flammable.
Instruments
Since laser beams are reflected by most shiny surfaces, all instruments used in laser
procedures should have brushed or blackened non-reflective surfaces.
Extinguishing Fires
Simple and effective means of quickly extinguishing a small fire should be kept on hand
during each procedure. A small basin of water and a fire extinguisher are recommended.