4. Use 4.2 ± 0.3 kV when using the Tri-Hole electrode.
Figure 4
5. Push the ESI under test through the LSE ring electrode slowly (approximately
three [3] feet every four [4] seconds).
6. The alarm will sound when the ESI (the bare tip of the instrument) is first
inserted into the electrode.
7. After the test is completed:
a. Turn the base unit off and remove the clamp end from the unit under
test.
b. Remove the electrode from the probe wire and remove the ground wire
and probe wire from the base unit.
c. Properly store the unit and accessories away.
8. Follow the hospital’s procedure policy with regards to the instrument under test.
(Note: The unit should always be switched off prior to removing or repositioning of the
ground lead, the HV red wire, or the saddle block. If the unit is on and you touch the
ground lead (clamp end) and the probe end of the base unit at the same time, you will
receive a very mild “tingle”. To remove the possibility of receiving the “tingle”, always
use surgical gloves when handling the leads. You can hold the saddle block from the top
or the sides—just don’t touch the connection points.
[Fig. 5]
).
Figure 5
For Round ESI, such as laparoscopic:
1. Insert the chosen electrode into the proper slot in the top of the Saddle Block.
Make sure the pin is securely placed in the hole.
(Fig. 6)
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