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Important Information – Please Read Before Use 15
W7.091.601 ELECTROSURGICAL GENERATOR ESG-400
interruption of treatment due to an unexpected
electrosurgical
generator failure during
treatment.
Should any abnormal output be suspected
during operation, immediately terminate the use
of the equipment by releasing the footswitch. If
the footswitch does not react, switch off the
electrosurgical
generator. Otherwise,
malfunction of the equipment may cause an
unintended increase in output.
Use physiological monitoring equipment
throughout the entire procedure, for continuous
observation of the patient’s condition.
For procedures where the high frequency
electrical current could flow through parts of the
body with a relatively small cross sectional area,
the use of a bipolar mode may be desirable in
order to avoid unwanted tissue damage.
It is not recommended to use electrosurgery for
circumcisions because of the risk of thermal
injuries. The risk can be reduced if metal parts
of any kind (e.g. clamps) and / or monopolar HF
instruments are avoided.
WARNING Safety measures during the procedure
Wear personal protective equipment to guard
against dangerous chemicals and potentially
infectious material. During operation, wear
appropriate personal protective equipment,
such as eye wear, face mask, moisture-
resistant clothing and surgical gloves that fit
properly and are long enough so that your skin
is not exposed.
Studies have shown that smoke generated
during electrosurgical procedures can be
irritating and potentially harmful to surgical
personnel. These studies recommend the use
of surgical masks and adequate ventilation of
smoke by the use of surgical smoke evacuators
or other means.