Martin maxium & maxium Beamer Operating Instructions
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Never attach the neutral electrode over implants, other metal parts, bony protrusions/outgrowths or
scar tissue. Circumstances may require the cleaning or degreasing of the attachment site; shave
areas of abundant hair growth. Never employ agents that dry up the skin (such as alcohol).
Do not remove the neutral electrode by pulling the connecting cable or the connecting clip. Self-
adhesive electrodes should be removed very carefully in order not to injure the skin.
9.4
Working with the Active Electrode
When using HF currents for surgical purposes, the following rules must be observed:
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If a surgical unit and monitoring devices are simultaneously used on the same patient, then
only monitoring electrodes having protective resistors or HF chokes incorporated in their con-
necting cables may be employed. Do not use needle electrodes for monitoring purposes!
Moreover, the active surgical electrode should never be used near ECG electrodes (required
minimum distance: 15 cm).
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The HF power should be kept as low as possible for the particular application.
Note:
An insufficient effect with the usual setting may be due to poor attachment of the neutral elec-
trode, bad contact in plug-and-socket connections, broken cables (underneath the insulation)
or encrusted electrodes. Be sure to check this; defective accessories must be replaced.
