Preparation before surgery
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ARveo / Ref. 10 747 384 / Version 04
7.8 Attaching sterile controls and
drape
WARNING
Risk of infection.
X
Always use the ARveo surgical with sterile controls and a
sterile drape.
7.8.1 Covers for rotary buttons
Use the covers also when you use sterile disposable drapes.
The controls will be easier to grasp.
X
Fit steam-sterilizable covers on the magnification, working
distance and AutoIris manual override knobs.
X
Attach steam-sterilizable covers to accessories as well (if
present).
7.8.2 Cover for footswitch
Packaging the footswitch in a plastic bag protects it against
dirt.
7.8.3 Sterile drape for stand
Only use the sterile Leica tested drapes specified in the
Accessories section.
CAUTION
Risk of infection.
X
Leave sufficient space around the stand to ensure
that the sterile drape does not come into contact with
non-sterile components.
CAUTION
Danger of injury due to falling counterweights.
X
Before attaching the sterile drape, check the
counterweights for correct seating.
X
Activate the "All Brakes" function on the handle and extend the
arm system.
X
Put on sterile gloves.
X
Attach all the sterile controls.
X
Unpack the sterile drape carefully and drape it over the
Leica M530 surgical microscope as far as the arm system.
X
Clamp the protective glass (optional) onto the objective.
X
Do not attach the sterile drape too tightly with the provided
ribbons. It must still be easy to move the instrument.
X
Check the ease of movement of the instrument.
Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the
sterile drape.
Always use the drape with a protective glass.
