Instructions for Use
Electrosurgical Unit ME 102
V. 3.1
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4.7.7
Bipolar Functional Check
The neutral electrode does not have to be connected for bipolar operation. As described in
section 5.3 “Application of the Neutral Electrode”, page 25, we recommend connecting the
neutral electrodes even for bipolar mode.
All functions of the unit must be checked before using the unit. Perform the following test steps
for the bipolar functional check:
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Connect connection cable with instrument for bipolar coagulation to socket (14).
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Connect single-pedal foot switch to socket (20) on the rear.
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Press the switch button (15) for foot switch activation (button must be lit).
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Activate the bipolar RF current via the foot switch. The activation LED (12) must light up,
and the RF activation signal must sound.
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Press the switch button (16) for the bipolar automatic activation system.
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Touch a saline-soaked swab with the clean electrodes of the bipolar instrument. The
activation LED (12) must light up, and the RF activation signal must sound.
CAUTION
Risk of malfunction, risk of injury!
If the RF activation signal can be heard when no foot switch is connected and without
activation of the bipolar automatic activation system, the unit is defective.
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The unit must not be operated.
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A technical inspection must be performed.
CAUTION
Risk of malfunction, risk of injury!
If the RF activation signal can be heard when the foot switch is connected but the pedal is not
pressed, the foot switch is defective (Requirement: bipolar automatic activation system off).
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This accessory must not be used.
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It must be replaced.
