Laser Console Basics 25
Novus Spectra
0642-543-01, Rev A, 12/02
Laser beam integrity check
WARNING -
Refer to the appropriate delivery device manual for important,
additional information on laser beam integrity specific to that device.
WARNING -
When using a fiber delivery device, always inspect the fiber to
ensure that it has not been kinked, punctured, fractured, or otherwise
damaged. The fiber may be damaged if stepped on, pulled, left lying in a
vulnerable position, kinked, or tightly coiled. Do not clamp the fiber with a
hemostat or other instruments. If sterile tape is used, always remove the tape
before lifting the fiber. A damaged fiber may cause accidental laser exposure or
injury to the treatment room personnel or patient and/or cause fire in the
treatment room.
Before beginning treatment, verify the aiming beam integrity by performing
the following:
1
Ensure that the delivery device is properly fastened to the laser as described in
the Connection Instructions section of this manual.
2
Turn on the laser.
3
Verify that E300 (fiber not connected) or E301 (fiber not compatible) IS
NOT displayed on the laser console or remote control. If E300 displays, make
sure the connector is fastened properly in the fiber port. If E301 displays, con-
nect a compatible delivery device.
4
Set the aiming beam to the highest intensity, as instructed in your laser opera-
tor manual.
5
Hold a nonreflective surface, such as a tongue depressor, in front of the probe
fiber tip or at the delivery device focal plane. A red spot, the aiming beam,
should appear on the flat surface. If the aiming beam is weak, verify that the
aiming beam is set to the highest intensity.
WARNING -
Do not use the delivery device if the aiming beam is set to the
highest intensity and is still weak or not visible; the fiber may be damaged. A
damaged fiber may cause accidental laser exposure to the treatment room
personnel or patient, and/or fire in the treatment room.
6
Set the laser treatment parameters, as instructed in the Setting Treatment
Parameters of this chapter.
Summary of Contents for Novus Spectra
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