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3.   If using File Holder A, remove File Holder A from the File 

Holder Adapter and disconnect the File Holder Adapter from 

the Probe Cord.

PRECAUTION

After using the device, refer to 

Autoclavable Components:  

Lip hook, File holder A and File holder B.

 

3

  Turning the Device On/Off

Press the 

[ ]

 button on the left side of the device without 

the file holder and lip hook touching anything. The device is 

connected to power and turns on the display.

a.   Once powered on, the calibration function will run 

automatically. 

[CAL]

 flashes while the device is  

being calibrated.

b.   When calibration is complete, the measurement screen 

appears on the display.

c.   If the calibration function is not executed, Er will flash on 

the measurement screen.

d.   To end use, press and hold the 

[ ]

 button. The display  

turns off.

PRECAUTION

If the device is powered on while the file holder and lip hook are 

touching the object, the calibration function will not start, and 

[Er]

 is displayed on the measurement screen.

NOTE: 

Calibration is completed in about 10 seconds, if the 

measurement screen does not appear after 10 seconds,  

contact Kerr Customer Care.

PRECAUTION

After using the device, refer to 

Cleaning, Disinfection and 

Sterilization Instructions

 section to properly manage  

the device.

PREPARING THE DEVICE

 

1

  Preparation and Use Environment

The environmental information appropriate for using this device 

is as follows.

   

Appropriate temperature: 10–35°C (50–95°F) / Appropriate 

humidity: 30–75% / Atmosphere pressure: 700–1060 hPa

   

Do not use the device in a place that it is exposed to direct 

sunlight, heat sources, or near a fire.

 

2

 Assembly

   

Charge the battery sufficiently when using the device for the 

first time or after long-term storage.

   

Be sure to charge the battery using the power cord and  

AC/DC adapter included in the package. 

   

Sterilize the lip hook and file holder when using the device 

for the first time and after every patient.

   

Examine the role of each USB connector on the probe cord 

and connect to the appropriate device.

   

Ensure the file holder and lip hook are properly connected 

to the probe cord.

NOTE:

   

Refer to 

Charging the Battery

 on page 3 for more 

information on how to charge and replace the battery.

   

Refer to 

Assembling the Device

 on page 3 for more 

information on how to mount and remove the lip hook and 

file holder.

USING THE DEVICE

1.   Refer to 

Initial Set-up

 to connect the lip hook and file 

holder to the device.

2.   To turn on, press the 

[ ]

 button on the left side of the 

device without the file holder and lip hook touching 

anything. 

PRECAUTION

If the device is powered on while the file holder and lip hook are 

touching the object, the calibration function will not start, and 

[Er]

 is displayed on the measurement screen.

3.   With the clip of the file holder B touching the lip hook, 

ensure that the figures and graphs are activated on the 

measurement screen.

4.   While holding down the 

[Push]

 button on file holder B, 

insert the file according to the shape of the clip.

PRECAUTIONS

•  Use a stainless-steel hand file (k-file).
•  Do not use deformed or damaged files.

5.   Gently pull on the file to confirm it is secured.

Summary of Contents for Apex Connect

Page 1: ...Apex Connect INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ELECTRONIC APEX LOCATOR...

Page 2: ...buttontoenterthesettingsmode Inthesettingsmode theAPEXcanbesetforthereferencevalue soundvolume andstandbytime 5 Selectbutton Inthesettingsmode changethesettings 6 Batterycover Thereisabuilt inrecharg...

Page 3: ...cause a malfunction Ensure conductors such as metal are not in contact with the metal part of the device There is a risk of device malfunction fire or electric shock Do not disassemble the device Dire...

Page 4: ...he display When charging is complete the battery icon stops blinking and stays on WARNING ChargeusingtheAC DCadapterandpowercordincludedin thepackage Besuretoconnectthepowerplugtoagroundedpowersupply...

Page 5: ...idity 30 75 Atmosphere pressure 700 1060 hPa Do not use the device in a place that it is exposed to direct sunlight heat sources or near a fire 2 Assembly Charge the battery sufficiently when using th...

Page 6: ...ed from the measuring device may be shown This is not a malfunction of the measuring device It may be due to the anatomical apex and or the physiologic apex may be located coronal to the radiographic...

Page 7: ...NOTE For more information on the components of the Elements Connect Cordless Endodontic Motor and how to use them refer to the Elements Connect Endodontic Motor Instructions for use 3 Assembly and Co...

Page 8: ...sasfollows R S Themotorstopsafterrotatingintheopposite directionofthecurrentsetting REV Themotorrotatesinthedirectionoppositetothe currentsetting Itthenrotatesinthesetdirectionagain 2 Itisthetorqueval...

Page 9: ...e of contamination 3 Rinse the lip hook in tap water for 30 seconds 4 Dry the lip hook with a soft cloth and dry at room temperature for at least 30 minutes 4 Packing and Sterilization NOTE Health Car...

Page 10: ...d errorsmayoccur so pleasestartthemeasurement withathickfiletoathinfile Thisisamulti rootedcanal tooth Checkwitharadiographifthere areanycracksintheteethand thenre measure Problem Cause Solution Erwil...

Page 11: ...15 ApexConnectFileHolderA 815 1816 ApexConnectFileHolderB 815 1817 ApexConnectReplacementBattery ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This device has been tested for compliance with electromagnetic tests acc...

Page 12: ...errdental com Manufactured by Meta Systems Co Ltd 1214 18 Sicox tower 12F 484 Dunchon daero Jungwon gu Seongnam si Gyeonggi do 13229 Korea Distribution Facility Kerr Australia Pty Ltd 12 Mars Rd Unit...

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