Topcon Slit Lamp SL-2G, Instruction Manual

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CAUTIONS FOR USE
Use this instrument carefully on the following patients:
• Patients who have epidemic corneitis, conjunctivitis or any other infectious disease
• Patients who are taking medications that cause light hypersensitivity.
Be careful not to let the patient touch this instrument. The patient's hand may be pinched by a
movable part.
To avoid injury or fire caused by electric shock, turn off the power switch and unplug the power
cord when not in use.
To avoid injury caused by electric shock, turn off the power switch when replacing the lamp.
To avoid burns caused by heat, do not replace the lamp with a new one immediately after it
burns out.
When operating the base unit, please note the following:
• Beware of catching fingers in the moving parts.
• Avoid hitting the patient's eyes or nose.
DISPOSAL
When disposing the instrument and/or parts, follow the local regulations for disposal and recy-
cling.
STORING PLACE, USAGE PERIOD
1. When storing the instrument, ensure that the following conditions are met:
(1) The instrument must not be splashed with water.
(2) Store the instrument where environmental conditions are appropriate.
(3) Do not store or transport the instrument on a slope or uneven surface or in an area where
it is subject to vibrations or instability.
(4) Do not store the instrument where chemicals are stored or gas is generated.
2. Usage period:
8 years from delivery providing regular maintenance is performed (according to the self-certifi-
cation [TOPCON data]).
USER MAINTENANCE
1. Regularly maintain and check the instrument and its parts.
2. When using the instrument after a prolonged period of inactivity, confirm normal and safe
operation beforehand.
3. Keep the objective lens, eyepiece and mirror free from finger prints and dust.
4. When not in use, protect the instrument with the dust cover.
5. If the objective lens, eyepiece or mirror is stained, clean it following "Cleaning lenses and
mirrors" on pg. 32 of this Instruction Manual.