Electrosurgical Unit Minicutter
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Revision 08
Danger of injury from damage to active implants!
In patients with active implants such as pacemakers or implanted electrodes, the application of the
electrosurgical unit poses a risk. Application may result in irreparable damage to the active implant or
impairment of its function. Therefore, please note:
Do not apply the neutral electrode above implants or other metal parts, nor above bone protrusions or
scarred tissue. If necessary, prepare the application site by cleaning and degreasing it; strong hair-growth
is to be removed. For removal do not use substances that desiccate the skin (e.g. alcohol).
Danger of burns and injury from adhesive electrodes!
In case of adhesive electrodes whose gel layer is damaged, second- or third-degree burns can occur.
Quick removal of adhesive electrodes may also injure the skin. Therefore, please note:
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Adhesive electrodes whose gel layer is injured must not be used.
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Ensure that the gel-free connector straps of an adhesive electrode are full covered by the cable
connection clip so that they cannot come into contact with the patient’s skin.
