Valleylab SurgiStat II-20, User Manual

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Inspecting the Generator and Accessories
4-2 SurgiStat II-20 User’s Guide
Inspecting the Generator and Accessories
Before each use of the SurgiStat II, verify that the unit and all accessories are in
good working order:
• Inspect for damage to the generator and all its connections.
• Verify that the appropriate accessories and adapters are present.
• Inspect all cords and connectors for signs of wear, damage, and abrasion.
• Verify that no errors occur when you turn on the unit.
Setup Safety
Warning
Hazardous Electrical Output This equipment is for use only by trained,
licensed physicians.
Electric Shock Hazard Connect the generator power cord to a properly
grounded receptacle. Do not use power plug adapters.
Connect the power cord to a properly polarized and grounded power source with
the frequency and voltage characteristics that match those listed on the back of
the unit.
Fire Hazard Do not use extension cords.
Patient Safety Use the generator only if the self-test has been completed as
described. Otherwise, inaccurate power outputs may result.
The instrument receptacles on this generator are designed to accept only one
instrument at a time. Do not attempt to connect more than one instrument at a
time into a given receptacle. Doing so will cause simultaneous activation of the
instruments.
Failure of the high frequency electrosurgical equipment could result in an
unintended increase of output power.
Do not use electrosurgical equipment unless properly trained to use it in the
specific procedure being undertaken. Use by physicians without such training has
resulted in serious, unintended patient injury, including bowel perforation and
irreversible tissue necrosis.
For surgical procedures where the high frequency current could flow through
parts of the body having a relatively small cross-sectional area, the use of bipolar
techniques may be desirable to avoid unwanted coagulation.
If the patient has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), contact the ICD
manufacturer for instructions before performing an electrosurgical procedure.
Electrosurgery may cause multiple activation of ICDs.