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Chapter 4 Operation
BF TYPE 160 Series OPERATION MANUAL
Figure 4.2
1.
If necessary, apply a medical-grade, water-soluble lubricant to the insertion
tube.
2.
Place the mouthpiece between the patient’s teeth or gums, with the outer
flange on the outside of the patient’s mouth.
3.
Insert the distal end of the endoscope through the opening of the
mouthpiece, then from the mouth to the pharynx, while viewing the
endoscopic image.
Angulation of the distal end
Operate the angulation control lever as necessary to guide the distal end for
insertion and observation.
Feeding fluids and suction
Feeding fluids
Do not depress the suction valve while feeding fluids.
Otherwise, the fluids will be aspirated into the suction pump.
Securely insert a syringe into the slit of the biopsy valve and press the plunger.
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