Buffalo Filter VisiClear - Manual (Page 7)

7 Buffalo Filter® VisiClear™ Operator’s Manual
1.4.1 WARNINGS:
• Read this manual thoroughly and be familiar with its contents prior to using this equipment.
• This equipment is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals only.
• This equipment may cause radio interference or may disrupt the operation of nearby
equipment. It may be necessary to take mitigation measures, such as re-orienting or
relocating the VisiClear™ or shielding the location.
• Test this equipment prior to a surgical procedure. This product was thoroughly tested at the
factory before shipment.
• Disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet prior to inspecting system components.
• The VisiClear™ system is only intended and suitable for the applications that are mentioned
in the operating instructions.
• The smoke plume evacuator produces a strong vacuum. Adjust the airflow and the
position of the inlet end of the wand or tubing to prevent patient injury and to prevent
suction of surgical materials and surgical specimens.
• If the smoke plume evacuator is activated while the airflow is set to a high speed, it may
produce a sudden, strong suction action. Check the airflow setting before activating the
smoke evacuator to prevent patient injury and to prevent suction of surgical materials
and surgical specimens.
• To maximize patient safety, the tubing or wand should not come into direct contact with
tissue. Otherwise, patient injury may result.
• The BUFFALO FILTER® VisiClear™ filters and single-use accessories are completely
disposable. Please dispose of according to your local codes or regulations and hospital policy.
These filters may be disposed of or incinerated, whichever is appropriate for your institution.
• Care should be taken to route the power cord, foot pedal, smoke evacuation tubing, and EZLink™
Automatic Activation Device cable as to not cause a tripping hazard or crimping of cords.
• Do not operate this device in the presence of flammable or explosive gases.
• To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with
protective earth.
• The use of ACCESSORIES other than those specified by BUFFALO FILTER®, or sold by
BUFFALO FILTER® as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased
emissions or decreased immunity of the VisiClear™.
• This equipment should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment and that if
adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the VisiClear™ should be observed to verify normal
operation in the configuration in which it will be used.
• Refer routine servicing to qualified biomedical technical personnel.