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Chapter 3 Installation and Connection
ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT PSD-30
When using the P-plate (MB-574)
Do not use a P-plate (MB-574) that is cracked or bent. This
may cause patient burns.
1.
Confirm that the P-plate is free of cracks or bends.
2.
Confirm that the cable of the P adapter (MAJ-812) and the P cord (MAJ-3)
are free of cracks and other damage.
3.
Confirm that the plug on the unit side and the plug on the patient plate side
of the P adapter are free of cracks and other damage.
4.
Insert the plug on the patient plate inside of the P cord into the terminal of
the P-plate and turn the Clamping ring clockwise to tighten it securely.
Figure 3.6
5.
Moisten gauze pads slightly larger than the P-plate with physiological saline
or conductive paste (e.g., Conductive Gel#1145, 3M) and place the gauze
pads on the P-plate. Attach the P-plate to the patients thigh or calf with the
Fastening Band, or lay it under the hip and check to see that it is always
moistened.
6.
Insert the plug of the unit side of the P adapter firmly into the patient plate
connector on the front panel of PSD-30.