4 DePuy Synthes Instructions for Use Air Pen Drive
Introduction
General Information
Precautions:
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Never use oxygen to run air-powered systems
(danger of explosion!); only use compressed air or
compressed nitrogen.
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To avoid injuries, the locking mechanism of the
tool has to be activated before every manipulation
and before placing the tool back down, i.e. the
mode switch has to be in the LOCK positon ( ).
•
Should the machine drop on the floor and have
visible defects, do not use it anymore and send it to
the Synthes service center.
•
If a product drops on the floor, fragments may split
off. This represents danger for the patient and user
as:
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these fragments may be sharp.
•
unsterile fragments may enter the sterile field or
hit the patient.
Accessories/Scope of delivery
The main components in the APD System are the hand-
piece, Hand Switch, Foot Switch, Air Hose as well as at-
tachments and accessories. An overview of all compo-
nents belonging to the Air Pen Drive System can be
found in the chapter ”Ordering Information”.
For using the Air Pen Drive System the following compo-
nents are a must:
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Air Pen Drive 60,000 rpm (05.001.080)
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Hand Switch (05.001.082) or Foot Switch (05.001.081,
also a Double Air Hose from Synthes is necessary to
connect the Foot Switch e.g. 519.510)
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Double Air Hose, for Air Pen Drive (05.001.083 or
05.001.084)
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At least one attachment belonging to the system and
cutting tool fitting to the attachment
For an optimal function of the system only Synthes cut-
ting tools shall be used.
Synthes recommends the use of the specifically designed
Synthes Vario Cases and of the specifically designed
Washing Basket (68.001.800) to sterilize and store the
system.
For care and maintenance special tools are available,
such as cleaning brushes, Synthes Maintenance Oil
for EPD and APD (05.001.095), Maintenance Spray
(05.001.098) and Maintenance Unit (05.001.099).
No oils from other manufacturers may be used. Only
Synthes Maintenance Oil for EPD/APD, 40 ml or Synthes
Maintenance Spray 400 ml may be used.
Lubricants with other compositions can cause jamming,
can have a toxic effect or can have a negative impact on
the sterilization results. Only lubricate the power tool
and the attachments when clean.
Locating of the instrument or fragments of
instruments
Synthes instruments are designed and manufactured to
perform within the scope of their intended use. How-
ever, if a Power Tool or accessory/attachment breaks
during use, a visual inspection or a medical imagine de-
vice (e.g. CT, Radiation Devices, etc.) can aid in locating
the fragments and/or components of the instrument.
Storage and Transportation
Only use the original packaging for dispatch and trans-
port. If the packing material is no longer available,
please contact the Synthes office. For storage and trans-
port environmental conditions, see page 43.
Warranty/Liability
The warranty for the tools and accessories does not
cover damage of any kind resulting from wear, improper
use, improper reprocessing and maintenance, damaged
seal, use of non Synthes cutting tools and lubricants or
improper storage and transport.
The manufacturer excludes liability for damage resulting
from improper use, neglected or unauthorized mainte-
nance or servicing of the tool.
For further information on the warranty please contact
your local Synthes office.
