Whittemore Enterprises Inc. EAGLE TWO PLUS, Instructions/Service Manual

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USER GUIDE |
EAGLE TWO+
Version: 3.3
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Electrical Connections & Power:
Warnings-
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Make use of a dry cheesecloth between patient and ground body.
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Inspect electrode connections and contacts frequently.
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Check all the power settings & each and every connection to the generator
before using the device on patient.
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Check if the earthing of power source in surgical room is proper. Make sure equipment
chassis or cabinets are grounded. Never cut off or reverse the ground connection on a plug.
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Please check if power from the main line (AC) is within the specified range as required for
proper functioning of the generator. Inappropriate voltage from the mains plug (AC Line)
may damage the device and/or may turn out to be hazardous to patient and/or surgeon.
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Always use lowest output setting for desired surgical effect. If proper setting is unknown,
set the generator at a very low setting & increase the power continuously until the desired
effect is achieved.
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Take faults of the circuitry into consideration any time the surgeon continues to request a
higher power. Check all the problematic extents such as: patient electrode, active electrode
or ESU as excessive power may damage
and/or burn the tissue.
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Simultaneously activating irrigation & electrosurgical current may result in increased arcing
at electrode tip, burns to unintended tissues, shocks & burns to the surgical site.
Cautions:
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Never use power plug adaptors.
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Avoid the use of “extension cord” for the mains power supply.
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Do not plug in or unplug power cord when mains switch &/or generator‟s
switch is in the ON state.
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Never defeat the purpose of a fuse or circuit breaker. Never install a fuse of
higher amperage rating than specified.
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Keep the active electrode clean. Dirty electrode causes the reduction of output power.
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The ESU's electrical cord should be adequate in length & flexibility, to reach the electrical
outlet without stress or the use of an extension cord.
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Replace defective cords and plugs. Inspect cabling for defects such as frayed wiring, loose
connections, or cracked insulation.
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Check all accessories and connections to the electrosurgical generator before using.
Improper connection may result in arcs, sparks.
Accessories Related:
Warnings-

Inspect ESU unit prior to use. Remove accessories which are
damaged and/or not working properly.
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Do not wrap the accessory leads around the metal objects. This may
induce currents that are dangerous to the patient.
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Do not try to increase or reduce length of cables. Excessive or improper current may
unintentionally damage the tissue or skin.