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6. Obstetric Abdominal Palpation Model Handling Precautions
1. For the power supply, always use the designated AC adapter (accessory).
2. Please handle this model with the same care that you would exercise when working with a
human body. Excessive force may result in damage.
3. Dropping the model or subjecting it to a strong impact may cause damage.
4. The material of the abdominal wall piece has a distinct odor. This odor is not harmful to the
human body and does not indicate poor quality. The distinct odor fades over time. There may
also be a smell of baby powder remaining on the product, as baby powder is applied to the
models during fabrication.
5. The abdominal wall piece may become sticky due to the oil component. Always wrap the
abdominal part correctly in the protective sheet (provided as an accessory) and then place it
in the storage bag. If it becomes too sticky after use or after washing, it may be difficult to set
the skin in place. In these cases, apply baby powder (provided as an accessory) liberally to the
abdominal wall piece.
6. The skin may become sticky from the oil component in the abdominal wall piece. If this
happens, wash the skin in water to remove the oil before use. To prevent the oil from getting
onto the skin, always wrap the abdominal wall piece correctly in the protective sheet (provided
as an accessory) and then place it in the storage bag.
7. The abdominal wall piece may change its shape over a prolonged period. Check the shape
of the part about three years after purchase. If it is deformed to the extent that its function is
affected, consider replacing it.
8. Air bubbles or impressions in the abdominal wall piece that may remain from the fabrication
process do not affect the strength of the material, as the material used is tear-resistant.
9. Do not use oil-based inks, pencil, chalk, or paints on the model because they will soak into
the material and may cause permanent staining.
10. Do not use the model outdoors or in damp places; doing so may damage the model.
11. When filling the amnion with air, be careful not to exceed the maximum level of the amnion
indicator (indicated by a red line). Filling it with too much air may damage the model.
12. Placing objects directly on top of the models or placing them on uneven surfaces may cause
deformation.
13. Storing the model for an extended period in a high or low temperature environment or under
exposure to direct sunlight may cause the oil component in the abdominal wall piece to ooze
out, causing deformation or discoloration of the model. If possible, store the model at 10°C to
50°C, away from direct sunlight.
14. When storing the Seitz method standard adjustment base and Seitz method plus adjustment
base in the parts storage bag, always place them in the bags in which they came at the time
of purchase.