
IceCure
™
Medical Ltd.
DSR3200000 rev. G
ProSense
™
Confidential
User Manual
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2.4
Liquid nitrogen
Nitrogen gas is a potential asphyxiant. In the event of a large liquid nitrogen spill,
personnel should adhere to a predetermined evacuation plan. Seek medical help
immediately if breathing problems occur.
Warning
If a liquid nitrogen leak is detected at any time, PUSH the EXTRACTION
button immediately.
Warning
At the beginning of the procedure the Dewar should be filled around 1 cm
below the neck of the bottle.
Do not overfill a Dewar with Liquid nitrogen; it will reduce performance of
the system.
Warning
Use safety measurements as Cryogenic gloves and face shield for protection
when filling-in the 2-liter Dewar and/or 20-liter Dewar.
2.4.1
Danger - explosion and fire hazard
Warning
The
ProSense™
cryoablation system includes electronic devices that may emit
sparks, and therefore, should not be operated in the presence of ANY
flammable material.
ProSense™
cryoablation system should be kept away from flammable fumes, e.g.,
flammable anesthetics or volatile substances. An easily accessible fire extinguisher in the
vicinity of the unit is recommended.
Warning
Pay attention to the probe during pre-test: bubbles, leak or frost on shaft
may signal internal problems that could be hazardous.
Warning
If you don’t press SKIP after replacing Dewar, the system will stay in THAW
mode.