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SurgiStat Low-Power Electrosurgical Generator Service Manual
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Safety Precautions When Testing the Generator
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Active Accessories
When high-frequency surgical equipment and physiological monitoring equipment are used
simultaneously on the same patient, place any monitoring electrodes as far as possible from the
surgical electrodes.
Do not use needles as monitoring electrodes during electrosurgical procedures. Inadvertent
electrosurgical burns may result.
To avoid the possibility of an electrosurgical burn to either the patient or the physicians, do not
allow the patient to come in contact with a grounded metal object during activation. When
activating the unit, do not allow direct skin contact between the patient and the physician.
To avoid the possibility of a burn to the patient, when using a split pad do not activate the unit if
the solid pad indicator is illuminated green or the red alarm indicator remains illuminated red. This
could indicate improper pad placement or a faulty NEM circuit.
Remove any loose fitting jewelry from the patient before activation.
Examine all accessories and connections to the electrosurgical generator before use. Ensure that
the accessories function as intended. Improper connection may result in arcs, sparks, accessory
malfunction, or unintended surgical effects.
When not using active accessories, place them in a holster or in a clean, dry, nonconductive, and
highly visible area not in contact with the patient. Inadvertent contact with the patient may result
in burns.
Studies have shown that smoke generated during electrosurgical procedures can be potentially
harmful to patients and the surgical team. These studies recommend adequately ventilating the
smoke by using a surgical smoke evacuator or other means.
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1. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH). Control of Smoke from Laser/Electric Surgical Procedures. HAZARD CONTROLS,
Publication No. 96-128, September, 1996.
Notice
If required by local codes, connect the generator to the hospital equalization (grounding)
connector with an equipotential cable.
Connect the power cord to a wall receptacle having the correct voltage. Otherwise, product
damage may result.
Warning
Electric Shock Hazard
Do not connect wet accessories to the generator.
Electric Shock Hazard
Ensure that all accessories and adapters are correctly connected and that
no metal is exposed.
Precaution
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