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Active Accessories
Caution
Do not stack equipment on top of the generator or place the generator on top of
electrical equipment. These configurations are unstable and/or do not allow
adequate cooling.
Provide as much distance as possible between the electrosurgical generator and
other electronic equipment (such as monitors). An activated electrosurgical
generator may cause electrical interference with them.
Do not turn the activation tone down to an inaudible level. The activation tone
alerts the surgical team when an accessory is active.
Notice
If required by local codes, connect the generator to the hospital equalization
(grounding) connector with an equipotential cable.
Connect the power cord to a wall receptacle having the correct voltage.
Otherwise, product damage may result.
Warning
Electric Shock Hazard Do not connect wet accessories to the generator.
Electric Shock Hazard Ensure that all accessories and adapters are correctly
connected and that no metal is exposed.
Caution
Accessories must be connected to the proper receptacle type. In particular,
bipolar accessories must be connected to the bipolar instrument receptacle only.
Improper connection may result in inadvertent generator activation or a contact
quality monitor alarm.
Set power levels to the lowest setting before testing an accessory.
Notice
During bipolar electrosurgery, do not activate the generator until the forceps have
made contact with the patient. Product damage may occur.