Instructions for Use
Electrosurgical Unit ME 102
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V. 3.1
WARNING
Risk of burns from improper handling of the neutral electrode!
In order to minimize the risk of burns or other problems in the area of the neutral electrode,
during application of the neutral electrode please mind the following:
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The neutral electrode must butt against the patient's body as close to the operation field
as possible, reliably, and with its whole surface. For an operation field on the torso, the
upper arms and thighs are good application sites.
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Safe contact of the neutral electrode must be ensured for the total duration of the high
frequency application.
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Application of the neutral electrode to a limb must not impair perfusion. Particularly for
longer operation times it must be made sure that the patient does not lie on the cable
connection clip of the neutral electrode (risk of pressure necrosis).
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Electrodes and cables must be applied carefully. The supply cables to the high-frequency
electrodes must be laid out without loops and so that they cannot touch the patient or
other cables. Use only cables that are intended for use with the device according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
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The current paths in the body should be as short as possible and run in the longitudinal or
diagonal direction of the body, not across it, the latter particularly not on the chest. Any
metal parts in or on the body should be removed if possible, insulated, or paid special
attention to.
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After repositioning of the patient, the electrodes and cables must be controlled for proper
attachment.
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Do not apply the neutral electrode above implants or other metal parts, nor above bone
protrusions or scarred tissue. If necessary, prepare the application site by cleaning and
degreasing it; strong hair-growth is to be removed. For removal do not use substances
(e.g. alcohol) that desiccate the skin.
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For removal of the neutral electrode, do not pull at the cable or the connector strap.
Quick removal of adhesive electrodes may hurt the skin.
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If an insufficient result is achieved with the usual settings, the reason may be poor
contact of the neutral electrode with the patient's body.
