System Description
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1.
System Description
The EPT-1000 XP
TM
Cardiac Ablation System (see Figure 1-1) consists of two principal
subsystems:
•
EPT Model #800XP Cardiac Ablation Controller (RF Generator)
•
Catheter(T°) or Catheter(Non-T) with Quick Connect Instrument Cables for
connection to the EPT Model #822T High Power Automatic Personality Module
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Note
Refer to Figure 1-2 for cable configuration.
Two accessories are provided with the Controller:
•
EPT Model 822T High Power Automatic Personality Module (XP APM)
•
EPT Model 840 Footswitch
For system operation and power level access greater than 50 W/1 A, it is
mandatory
to
use the XP APM. If accessing up to 100 W/2 A power levels, both an XP APM and a
special high power catheter must be used. The Footswitch usage is optional as the
Controller can be operated directly from its front panel controls. The EPT-1000 XP
TM
Cardiac Ablation System is operated in conjunction with commercially available external
Disposable Indifferent (Dispersive) Patch (DIP) Electrodes, which are in compliance with
ANSI/AAMI Standard HF-18.
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Note
When using special high power catheters with the EPT-1000 XP
TM
Controller, two
DIP Electrodes are required.
The Catheter delivers RF power in a monopolar mode between its distal electrode and the
large DIP Electrode(s). Detailed information regarding the Catheter is contained in the
accompanying manual titled,
Blazer II XP (High Power) Cardiac Ablation Catheter
Instructions for Use.