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Curing Mode
(continued)
To change from the C1 to the C2 timer, press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys
on the CONTROL WHEEL. The display windows show “C2” in the MODE
window and “05” in the SETTING window.
The ACTIVATOR button on the curing handpiece will activate and deactivate
the lamp. The TIMER SELECT button on the curing handpiece will alternate
between the C1 and C2 timers.
ATTENTION: DO NOT HOLD DOWN THE START/STOP OR
ACTIVATOR BUTTON.
PRESS AND RELEASE.
Fast Start (Note: See the Warnings and Precautions in this section
and at the beginning of the User’s Manual before curing)
When the curing handpiece is installed, pressing the ACTIVATOR button on the handpiece or START/STOP
button on the front panel will immediately activate the lamp and start the countdown timer. The timer setting will
be either the factory-default 5 seconds or the last setting, from 1 to 10 seconds, when the power was turned off.
When the CURE mode is selected, it is necessary to power down or unplug the light guide to reset the system
and change to BLEACH mode.
Recommended Use of Both Timers
When placing LUMINEERS,
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set timer C1 for 2 seconds and timer C2 for 5 seconds. Use C1 for spot curing
LUMINEERS with the 2 mm tacking tip, and use C2 for final curing with the 9 mm tip. Use the TIMER SELECT
button to quickly alternate between the C1 and C2 timers. Spot curing with the 2 mm tacking tip makes clean-up
of margins a breeze and greatly reduces finishing time.
Curing Instructions
NOTE: Clean the tip prior to use for maximum light output.
PRECAUTION: Inspect the pistol handle, light cable and any curing tips which will be used. Ensure they are in
good working order. Check to make sure there are no burrs or sharp edges or features, which could cut a patient
or the user of the device.
ATTENTION: Do not touch the curved tip of the light guide handle to the restorative material. Hold the tip
approximately 2 mm above the material to be cured! Direct the light onto the restorative material and tooth,
avoiding the gingiva. See warning below.
WARNING: Do not direct the light on to unprotected gingiva or skin. Even a portion of the beam directed on
unprotected gingiva or skin can cause a rapid rise in temperature, while the reflective surface of teeth is less
prone to this effect, patient tissue must be monitored closely during exposure to the light. Use the correct curing/
bleaching tip to ensure the light is focused on the tooth. The intense light can quickly blister gums or unprotected
skin. Use extreme caution. Device must be used only by a trained dental professional. Counsel patient to
immediately notify you if they experience discomfort associated with a temperature rise or heat. It is the user’s
responsibility to monitor temperature rise and the effect of the light on the teeth and gingival. Apply the light for
only as long as is needed to achieve required cure. Do not overexpose. Small tips focus all of the light energy
onto a small area and can rapidly burn skin or gum tissue.
Test all restorative materials for the time required for complete curing prior to use. The curing test rings provided
with the Sapphire are 2 mm deep x 5 mm interior diameter. Fill the ring with the restorative to be used. Set timer
C1 or C2 to 5 seconds. Position the curved tip of the handpiece approximately 2 mm from the composite and
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