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7 Use of the Video Rhino Laryngoscope
7.1
Switch on
The Video Rhino Laryngoscope is switched on and off using the on/off switch (see Fig. 2).
Figure 2: Operating elements on the handpiece
1 Save button
2 On-off switch
3 Status LED
4 Connector plug, attention: only plug in, do not turn
The save button can be used to save an image. For more details on saving images, see the descrip-
tion of the image processing software.
7.2
Insert, angle and retract the insertion tube.
Carefully insert the insertion tube into the corresponding regions to be examined (nasal and pharyn-
geal cavities). If necessary, the distal end can be ad/- 120° with the adjustment lever (see fig-
ure 3). The plane of the angulation should be checked in a free trial. The examining doctor holds the
laryngoscope in his hand to check the adjustment of the distal end and observes the image on the
screen.
Figure 3: Adjustment lever
After the examination, return the adjustment lever to the rest position and carefully withdraw the inser-
tion tube.
7.3
Switch off
After use, the laryngoscope must be switched off (see Fig. 2) and then the necessary cleaning and
disinfection work must be carried out. See chapter 8.
