Welch Allyn 88372 Cryosurgery System - User Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THE SALE OF THIS DEVICE TO OR
ON THE ORDER OF A LICENSED MEDICAL PRACTITIONER OR DESIG-
NATED AGENT.
WARNING: EXPOSURE TO NITROUS OXIDE (N
2
O) MAY RESULT IN
IMPAIRMENT OF PERFORMANCE, COGNITION, OR DEXTERITY. VENTI-
LATE WELL.
IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO FIT THE EXHAUST HOSE
BETWEEN THE CRYOSURGERY UNIT EXHAUST AND DISPOSAL POINT
TO MINIMIZE NITROUS OXIDE (N
2
O)/CARBON DIOXIDE (CO
2
) EXPO-
SURE.
The Cryosurgery System
The Cryosurgery System is designed for easy assembly and operation.
No tools are necessary.
The system is delivered in an attaché carrying case along with clean-
ing plugs, a gas scavenging hose, and a package of replacement “O”
rings. On the end of the cryogun barrel is a tip protector, which is
removed when the cryotip is used and replaced when the cryogun is
not in use.
A 20# N
2
O (Nitrous Oxide) or CO
2
(Carbon Dioxide) gas cylinder is
available for the Cryosurgery Unit. Nitrous Oxide/Carbon Dioxide is
used as the refrigerant for the cryogenic process. Use the N
2
O/CO
2
only in a well-ventilated area. A 20-ft. scavenging hose is provided to
divert used gas away from the operator. Use the mobile hand cart for
cylinder movement. Do not drag, slide, or roll the cylinder. Store the
cylinders upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or accidentally
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR NEW CRYOSURGERY INSTRUMENT.