KaVo PIEZOlux 0.571.5211, Instructions For Use Manual

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4 Operation
4.1 Using the PIEZOlux
See also: Instructions for use for the KaVo treatment unit
The KaVo ZEG PIEZOlux can gently remove calculus and plaque as well as excess
cement from natural teeth without pain at a vibrational frequency of 30 kHz.
CAUTION
Instrument inserts can be damaged from long-term use, or when dropped or bent.
They cannot be guaranteed to function properly.
Potential injury from insert breakage.
▶ Check the instrument inserts before each use.
▶ In the case of frequent use, replace the instrument inserts every 9 - 12 months.
▶ Before each use, apply approx. 10 N of pressure to instrument inserts as an
additional safety precaution. (10 N corresponds to weight of 1 kg).
See also: 3.2 Load test for early recognition of tip breakage, Page 6
▶ Select the spray on the foot control or the electronics.
Note
The water is supplied through the working tip and can be adjusted corresponding
to the tip on the water control.
The water flow should be adjusted so that the instrument tip sprays the water with
its vibration.
Water cock
▶ Control the intensity using a foot control or the electronics.
▶ Remove calculus, plaque or excess cement with light, painting movements fol‐
lowing the tooth surface.
Make sure that the movement of the tip is in line with the handpiece axis. (The
optimum removal occurs at a vibration width of 0.05 mm to 0.07 mm with a fre‐
quency of 30 kHz.)
Instructions for use PIEZOlux (0.571.5211 - 1.001.8522)
4 Operation | 4.1 Using the PIEZOlux
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