ConMed Linvatec LS7500, Instruction Manual

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8. Do not block air vents. Provide at least four
inches of free air space behind Light
Source.
9. Prior to each use, the Light Source and all
associated equipment must be inspected for
proper operation.
10. Do not excessively bend or kink the instru-
ment power cord. Always inspect cords for
signs of excessive wear or damage. If wear
or damage is found, discontinue use and
replace immediately.
11. The fiber optic cable must be a Non-Con-
ductive cable. It must be rinsed free of
soaking/disinfectant solution and dried
completely before plugging into the light
source turret.
12. Disconnect product prior to applying car-
diac defibrillation to patient.
13. Do not use in surgical procedures requiring
direct illumination of the eye.
14. Do not look directly or indirectly at the
lamp at any time. The lamp produces high
intensity visible and ultraviolet radiation
that may cause burns to skin or eyes.
15. To avoid burns, use caution when working
with high temperature areas during endo-
scopic procedures. High energy radiated
light guided through endoscopes may give
rise to high temperatures in front of the
light outlet and the tip of the instrument.
16. The bottom door of the unit must always
remain closed during unit operation.
17. Always unplug the unit before opening the
lamp access door.
18. Wear a face shield or protective safety eye
glasses and inspection gloves when han-
dling the lamp assembly.
19. Do not touch the lamp until it has com-
pletely cooled.
20. The lamp in this unit is filled with xenon
gas at very high pressure. Do not subject the
lamp to mechanical forces or rough han-
dling that may fracture the lamp as this may
result in an explosion.
21. Do not leave finger prints or any marks on
the lamp reflector surface or the bulb. Oil on
these areas, such as from fingers, will burn
from the heat, possibly resulting in damage
to the bulb.
22. Do not use in the presence of flammable
anesthetics, gases, disinfecting agents,
cleaning solutions, or any material suscepti-
ble to ignition due to electrical sparking.
23. Some disinfectants and cleaning agents
vaporize to form explosive mixtures and, if
such agents are used, the vapor must be
allowed to disperse before the equipment is
returned to use.
24. After each use, thoroughly clean the
unit and accessories (See “Cleaning” on
page 8 ).