
Instructions for use
Polaris 600
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Assembly and preparation
Assembly and preparation
Checking for operational readiness before each use
Checking the system
1
Check that the device and the arm system are
free of visible damage.
2
Check that the power supply to the device is
correct, see "Status LEDs" on page 39.
3
Check that the device has been reprocessed in
accordance with the hospital's regulations, see
"Reprocessing" on page 66.
4
Check that the locking mechanism on the
handle is engaged.
The system is only ready for use when the checks
have been carried out successfully.
Checking the Polaris 600 remote control for
MedView camera
Press any key on the remote control.
– Status LED lights up green: the remote control
is functioning.
– Status LED flashes green: the battery charge is
low. The remote control can only continue to be
used for a short time. To maintain the function
WARNING
Risk of patient injury
Patients may be endangered if the system is
put into operation without first being
checked.
Make sure that the system is checked for
operational readiness.
WARNING
Risk of property damage
The light head may overheat during
operation.
Do not cover the light head completely or
partially.
WARNING
Risk of infection
Personnel and patient may become infected
by a non-sterile handle.
Use only sterile handles.
WARNING
Risk of infection
The Dräger disposable handle must be
checked for secure attachment after it has
been fitted to the inner handle. The inner
handle must be free from damage.
WARNING
Risk of infection
Disposable sleeves can fall down into the
operating field.
Dräger recommends using disposable
sleeves from another manufacturer (e.g.,
Covidien) only with the corresponding handle
adapter for disposable sleeves from the same
manufacturer, see list of accessories.
CAUTION
Risk of personal injury and property damage
The stops on the arm system may become
damaged.
When positioning the swivel arms and the
attached devices, take care not to use force to
pull the arm system beyond the stops.
NOTE
Sterilizable handles are supplied by Dräger in a
non-sterile state.