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• Press and release the mode button until the display changes to the Ready mode.
Handswitching is now active.
• To return to footswitch operation follow the above procedure, instead
selecting footswitch.
NOTE
• The footswitch will become inactive when handswitch is selected.
• Switching the generator off will reset the generator to footswitch operation.
CHANGING ELECTRODES DURING SURGERY
An Electrode can be removed from the Handpiece by unlocking the connector assembly and
then pulling the Electrode and Handpiece apart.
Once the Electrode is disconnected, the Generator will automatically enter idle mode with the
display showing the “INSERT ELECTRODE” symbol.
Fit a new sterile Electrode as previously described. If the new Electrode has different default
settings to the previous Electrode, check that the Generator display matches the Electrode
default settings specified on the package insert.
NOTE
When switching to or from a VAPR electrode with Integrated Cable, the generator will display
“CONNECT CABLE”.
If the new Electrode has identical default settings to the previous Electrode, the Generator will
retain the settings previously displayed prior to changing the Electrode.
Switching the Generator power off will clear all output adjustments.
WARNING
Do not insert or withdraw Electrodes while activated. Injury and/or product damage may result.
NOTE
In the event of a power failure, or if the Generator is turned off while an Electrode is connected
to the Generator, the Generator will default to its lowest output power level, 5 watts, when
power is restored. The power can be increased using the Power Up button.
Recommendations
• Unless circumstances dictate otherwise, use the Electrode default power and mode
settings to enhance patient and user safety.
• Remove any tissue buildup from Electrodes to maximize surgical effect.
• Avoid any unnecessary and prolonged Electrode activation to prevent overheating.
• When de-bulking or vaporizing tissue, apply firm pressure using a progressive surface
brushing technique. Avoid burying the electrode in the tissue as this could increase
debris formation.
• The speed of tissue de-bulking will be determined by the output mode selection, size
and style of the Electrode, and application technique.
• When rapidly de-bulking or vaporizing tissue some browning of the tissue can be
anticipated. This can either be brushed away with a non-activated electrode or ablated
using gentle application pressure during activation.
• If more than one style of Electrode is used during a procedure, the Generator will revert
to the default settings defined by each Electrode style.
• Bubbles are produced during tissue vaporization which may interrupt surgery by
temporarily interfering with vision. A continuous flow fluid management system is
recommended to prevent accumulation and remove bubbles, as well as any particulate
products of vaporization, from the operative field.
