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NOTE: The
TruNode
®
Probe can be used preoperatively in its sterile
pouch, prior to sterile deployment. Simply press through the clear
poly film to access the controls. Use care not to damage the pouch
seals, as this could disrupt its sterile barrier.
Note: The battery charge in the
TruNode®
Probe can also be tested
as in step 2 by first assuring that there is no UF
U in ‘
Read
y’ st
ate
nearby
–
a flashing light indicates the battery is not discharged. If
no UFU is detected, the probe will turn off in 30 seconds.
NOTE: The useful life of the
TruNode
®
Probe is the lesser of 100
minutes of continuous use, one patient procedure, or 4 hours,
including preoperative use.
NOTE: The
TruNode®
Probe will hibernate after 10 minutes of
inactivity. To awaken the pr
obe, simply press and hold the ‘M’
button until the light on the keypad flashes.
NOTE: The UFU will display the life of the probe when 15 minutes
of use or less remain.
Flashing light indicates probe is active