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DePuy Synthes
Air Power Line II Instructions for Use
Air Oscillator
Positioning the Saw Head
The saw head can be locked in eight operating positions
(8
2
45°).
To choose the operating working position, pull the sliding
sleeve backwards and rotate the saw head into the required
position. Release the sliding sleeve. It will lock automatically
as soon as the correct position is reached.
Instructions for handling saw blades
Synthes recommends using a new saw blade for each oper-
ation to ensure that the saw blade is optimally sharpened
and clean.
The following risks are associated with used saw blades:
– Thermal necrosis caused by excessive heat build-up
– Infection caused by residues
– Extended cutting time due to poor sawing performance
– Potentially, splintering of the teeth or the saw blade
The use of irrigation fluid is recommended to cool the cut-
ting tools and prevent heat necrosis.
Check the cutting tools for wear and/or damage after each
use, and replace if necessary. For optimal performance only
use Synthes saw blades. These are optimized to meet the
specific requirements of the tool. Non Synthes saw blades
can considerably reduce the lifetime of the system.
Detailed ordering information on saw blades for the
Air Power Line II system can be found in the brochure
“Large Bone Saw Blades” (036.001.681).
