Penn-Century LS-2 Small Animal Laryngoscope - Manual (Page 3)

2. Use in the animal: It is not necessary to insert the entire blade tip into the mouth of the animal. Insert only
the very tip of the blade only in the animal’s mouth. The tip is intended only to push aside the animal’s
tongue. Do not forcefully bend or manipulate the blade tip as this may cause it to break. Note that the blade
is sharp and should be handled with care.
3. To turn off the light and save battery power, detach the blade assembly from the handle when not in
use. With your thumb, push up firmly on the rear of the blade assembly, or grasp the square green base and
push it up from the rear.
4. Care, cleaning and disinfecting. Please note that the Penn-Century Small Animal Laryngoscope – Model
LS-2 is made from modified components from two different manufacturers. Detailed instructions on the
materials that may or may not be safely used to clean and disinfect the blade assembly and handle are
enclosed with the device. PLEASE REVIEW EACH OF THEM CAREFULLY PRIOR TO USE.
· For care and cleaning of the handle, refer to the Greenlight II instructions below.
· For care and cleaning of the blade assembly, refer to the Welsh Allyn instructions below.
5. Do not use bleach on any part of the device. Do not soak or sterilize the Light/Battery Cartridge
enclosed inside the handle. Follow instructions for opening and removing the battery cartridge
prior to cleaning the handle. Both portions of the device are autoclavable and can be used with
disinfectant.
6. Always store your handle and blade assembly in the packaging that was provided when shipped.
7. Replacing the battery: The Small Animal Laryngoscope Model LS-2 operates with a 3-volt CR-123A lithium
battery that is housed inside the handle. When the battery needs replacement, you may open the bottom of
the handle with your fingers. Place your fingers in the curved bottom of the handle and twist it in a counter-
clockwise direction. Slide out the green plastic cartridge inside the handle that contains the battery. Remove
the old battery and insert the new one according to the + and – symbols on the side of the cartridge. Slide
the cartridge and spring back into the handle. Screw the handle bottom in place in a clockwise direction.
WARNING: This device is for laboratory use only; not for human in vivo use. Do not point at sensitive targets.
Questions? Call Penn-Century, Inc. (215) 753-6540
or e-mail [email protected]
Rev. 28Dec2012