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SurgiStat Low-Power Electrosurgical Generator Service Manual
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Generator Description
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Generator Description
The SurgiStat Low-Power Electrosurgical Generator is a self-contained generator,
consisting of the main enclosure and power cord. The main components incorporated in
the generator are:
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Front Panel Components
– Power switch, two dials for controlling power output,
membrane switches for selecting modes, receptacles for connecting electrosurgical
accessories, and indicators that show the current settings and patient return electrode
status.
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Rear Panel Components
– Volume control, footswitch receptacle, power cable
receptacle and fuse holder, and equipotential grounding lug.
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Internal Components
– Display board, main board, pad sensing module, speaker
board, and relay board.
Safety Precautions When Testing the Generator
Before testing this generator it is important that you read, understand, and follow the
instructions supplied with it. Also, be familiar with any other equipment used to install and
test the generator.
General Warnings, Cautions, and Notices
Warning
Use the generator only if the self-test has been completed as described. Otherwise, inaccurate
power outputs may result.
The instrument receptacles on this generator are designed to accept only one instrument at a time.
Do not attempt to connect more than one instrument at a time into a given receptacle. Doing so
will cause simultaneous activation of the instruments.
To reduce the potential for alternate site burns, do one or more of the following:
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Avoid skin-to-skin contact points, such as fingers touching leg, when positioning the patient.
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Place 5 to 8 cm (2 to 3 in.) of dry gauze between contact points to ensure that contact does
not occur.
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Position the patient return electrode to provide a direct current route between the surgical
site and the return electrode which avoids skin-to-skin contact areas.
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In addition, place patient return electrodes according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.Potential for alternate site burns increases if the return electrode is compromised.
Covidien recommends the use of split patient return electrodes with a contact quality
monitoring system.
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