LUMENIS Novus Spectra, Operator'S Manual

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Novus Spectra
0642-543-01, Rev A, 12/02
78 Indications for Use
General warnings and precautions
WARNING - Lumenis and/or related entities assume no responsibility for
parameters, techniques, methods or results. Physicians must use their own
clinical judgement and professionalism in determining all aspects of treatment,
i.e. technique, proper power settings, intervals, durations, etc.
WARNING - The physician should seek formal training from established
courses on the use of the laser and its accessories. Any information given in this
text is not intended to pro-vide such instruction, and is not to be considered a
substitute. Because words can not rival actual experience, it is imperative that
physicians using this equipment experience its tissue effects before ever
attempting to use it on patients.
CAUTION - The laser may be expected to coagulate vessels up to 1.5 mm in
diameter. In larger diameter vessels, coagulation may prove difficult, and the use
of means other than the laser, such as electrocautery, may be needed.
CAUTION - Thermal damage caused by laser light substantially diminishes
beyond the focal point of the beam or the tip of the fiber optic. Nevertheless,
unfocused laser emissions travel in a straight line until obstructed or reflected,
and care should be taken concerning what materials are present beyond or
behind the target tissue. This is necessary to protect surgical personnel and
tissues other than those intended for treatment from accidental exposure to
the treatment beam.
CAUTION - The laser unit should be handled carefully and moved slowly to
avoid jarring. Maintenance and service should be performed only by
appropriately trained personnel.
CAUTION - To avoid electrical hazards from the operation of this laser unit,
floors must be kept dry. In a wet-field environment, the laser should be
protected from splashing and standing in pooled liquid. Personnel should avoid
casual contact with the laser in a wet field. The optional watertight footswitch
is strongly recommended for use in a wet-field environment.
CAUTION - The footswitch should be cleaned and inspected once each day
prior to use. It is recommended that someone be stationed at the laser console
during surgery to control the laser. The doctor should verify all treatment
parameters before firing the laser.
CAUTION - In using any delivery devices or accessories, attention must be
paid to the specific instructions and precautions applicable to those devices.
This manual and the appropriate delivery device operator manual should be
carefully read and comprehended before use.