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Calibration
A calibration guide is included with the dermatome and can be ordered as an
accessory (part #3539-259). This guide is intended to determine if the oscillating pin,
which moves the blade, is within specifications. If the oscillating pin is not within
specifications, the blade may “chatter” or “skip,” yielding unsatisfactory results.
Prior to each use,
the dermatome should be checked using the calibration guide to
determine if the particular instrument is within calibration specifications.
The calibration guide should be inserted between the oscillating pin and the base
of the blade guide (as shown in the diagram). This can be done from the right. If the
oscillating pin lies anywhere within the zone clearly marked on the calibration guide,
the dermatome is properly calibrated.
If the pin lies on the edge or outside the zone,
the dermatome should not be used, and should be sent to the Integra Padgett
Dermatome Repair Center (IPDRC) for recalibration.
The calibration procedure is
important because dropping the dermatome or inadvertently hitting the oscillating
pin may knock the instrument out of calibration.
Using the Calibration Guide (3539-259)
1
Hold the Guide in your Right hand with the Integra logo facing up. Lower the LEFT side
of the Guide Slot over the Oscillating Pin and against the top of the Blade Guides.
2
Gently slide the Calibration Guide to the LEFT until the Oscillating Pin touches the
BOTTOM edge of the Guide Slot. If the Oscillating Pin lies anywhere between the
two vertical lines the dermatome is properly calibrated.
