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Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform User’s Guide
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General Warnings and Precautions
Inadvertent activation may occur while installing, removing, or bending electrodes. Ensure that the
instrument cord is not connected to the VLFT10GEN or that the system is off.
Leads connected to the patient should be positioned in such a way that contact with the patient
or other leads is avoided because the capacitance between the electrode cable and the patient may
result in some local high current densities.
Studies have shown that smoke generated during electrosurgical procedures can be potentially
harmful to patients and the surgical team. These studies recommend adequately ventilating the
smoke by using a surgical-smoke evacuator or other means.
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1. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH). Control of Smoke from Laser/Electric Surgical Procedures. HAZARD CONTROLS,
Publication No. 96-128, September, 1996
Notice
Connect the power cord to a properly grounded power receptacle having the correct voltage.
Otherwise, product damage may result.
The VLFT10GEN requires special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into
service according to the EMC information provided in the
Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform Service
Manual
.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the VLFT10GEN. Refer to the EMC
information provided in the
Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform Service Manual
.
The system should not be used adjacent to or stacked with equipment other than specified in the
Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform User Guide and Service Manual
. If adjacent or stacked use is
necessary, the system should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which
it will be used.
The system intentionally applies RF energy for diagnosis or treatment during activation. Observe
other electronic medical equipment in the vicinity during the system activation for any possible
adverse electromagnetic effects. Ensure adequate separation of electronic medical equipment
based on observed reactions.
The use of accessories, other than specified in the
Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform User Guide and
Service Manual
, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the system.
Calibration must be performed on a non-conductive surface. Do not use antistatic bench-top mats.
When performed on a conductive surface, calibration values may not be accurate.
After completing calibration, the system will reboot to the clinical screen to save the values or abort
the calibration.
Important
The VLFT10GEN is intended for use in a hospital environment.
Precaution
