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Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform User’s Guide
Setup
Setup
Unpacking the System
Carefully unpack the contents of the shipping container. The container contains the
following items:
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Valleylab FT10 FT Series Energy Platform
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Power cord
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First-time setup guide
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Quick reference card
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User’s guide
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DVD with user’s guide translations and service manual
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Ethernet cable
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Monopolar foot-pedal adapter
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Bipolar Resection foot-pedal adapter
Before Starting the System
1. Verify the system is off and the power cord is unplugged.
2. Place the energy platform on a flat, stable surface such as a table, platform, boom
system, or Valleylab Universal Generator Cart (VLFTCRT). Refer to the procedures for
the local institution or local codes.
3. If necessary, connect the equipotential grounding lug to a ground source.
4. Plug the system power cord into the rear panel receptacle.
5. Plug the system power cord into a grounded power receptacle. The On/Off button
illuminates yellow.
Important
The VLFT10GEN is intended for use in a hospital environment.
The operator of the generator may be as far away from the generator as 2 ft. (60 cm) [direct
product interaction], 5 ft. (1.5 m) [inside the sterile field], and 13 ft. (4 m) [across the room working
with other equipment].
Precaution
Do not plug the system power cord into a power strip or extension cord.
