Biolase Inc. EPIC-1 ユーザーズマニュアル
EPIC™10 User Manual
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Figure 2.2:
Fiber
Optic Access Plug
Figure 2.3: Optical Access Port
2.7 SINGLE-USE TIPS
The tips are single-use accessories and are provided in three core diameters:
200μm, 300μm,
and 400μm, in different lengths (see Appendix A).
CAUTION:
Tips are single-use only to avoid cross-contamination and are designed to
withstand only a single sterilization cycle; they must be disposed of after use in a
biohazard medical waste Sharps container.
Always visually inspect the tip prior to use to make sure it is free of debris or
damage.
withstand only a single sterilization cycle; they must be disposed of after use in a
biohazard medical waste Sharps container.
Always visually inspect the tip prior to use to make sure it is free of debris or
damage.
To connect the tip, insert it firmly into the distal end of the handpiece as far as it will go, then
tighten by turning clockwise (Figure 2.7). Bend the metal cannula according to the specific
procedure requirements (Figure 2.10).
tighten by turning clockwise (Figure 2.7). Bend the metal cannula according to the specific
procedure requirements (Figure 2.10).
Remove the fiber tip by twisting the tip counterclockwise (Figure 2.8).
NOTE:
To provide proper laser operation, do not connect tips when the handpiece is
disconnected.
disconnected.
2.8 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY
► To connect the handpiece to the fiber optic assembly, push the Handpiece on the fiber
shaft until it clicks on and is secured at connected position (Figures 2.4, 2.5).
► To disconnect the handpiece from fiber optic assembly (Figure 2.6):
• Take the handpiece body in one hand and the shaft in another
• Push the two buttons on the fiber shaft
• Pull the handpiece with the ring to separate.
• Push the two buttons on the fiber shaft
• Pull the handpiece with the ring to separate.