da Vinci SP Instruments and Accessories
EndoWrist SP Instruments
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AFT/PRE-RELEASE/C
ONFIDENTIAL
12/5/19
da Vinci SP Instrument Sheath Overview
The da Vinci SP® Instrument Sheath (
) is specifically designed to cover the EndoWrist
SP instruments and must be installed on the instruments prior to surgical use. The Instrument
Sheath is supplied sterile and is for single use only; do not reuse the sheath. Install the sheath
onto instruments before installing instrument tip accessories (Hook, Spatula and MCS Tip).
Figure 3.2 Instrument Sheath
Instrument Sheath Installation
WARNING: Inspect the Instrument Sheath for damage throughout use. Examples of
damage include tears or cuts in the sheath material. If damage is observed, remove
and replace the Instrument Sheath on any instrument (monopolar or other) to
prevent stray cautery or other risks.
CAUTION: The camera and instruments must be covered with sheaths designed
specifically for use with the da Vinci SP System.
CAUTION: After the sheath is installed on a camera or instrument, do not reuse the
sheath on another camera or instrument.
CAUTION: Use caution when installing and removing the sheaths to avoid
instrument shaft, elbow, or wrist damage. Use gloves with sufficient grip to aid with
installation and removal of the sheath.
Note: Ensure that the instrument tip is free from lubricant prior to installing the
Instrument Sheath.
Note: Before use, each instrument requires installation of an Instrument Sheath.
Install the sheath onto instruments before installing instrument tip accessories
(Hook, Spatula and MCS Tip).