Welch Allyn Electrosurgical Unit - User Manual - Manual (Page 3)

IMPORTANT
Thoroughly train the user of this equipment, in the techniques of loop electrosurgi-
cal excision procedures. This equipment is designed for use with Electrosurgical
Accessories. DO NOT use this equipment for any purpose other than that for which
it is designed.
This manual contains information about the proper procedures for inspecting and
preparing the equipment before its use and its care and storage after use.
This manual does not describe actual procedure is performed, nor is it meant to
teach the proper technique or any of the medical considerations regarding the use
of this equipment. Welch Allyn recommends that prospective user obtain appropri-
ate training before using this equipment as improper use is potentially hazardous to
the patient and the user. DO NOT use this device without proper training.
Training in the use of electrosurgical equipment should include:
1. A review of the published literature regarding the procedure of interest.
2. Attendance at a course or courses offered by Physicians experienced
with the loop electrosurgical excision procedure.
3. Hands-on preceptor training from an experienced practitioner.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY TO BECOME FAMILIAR
WITH EACH OF THE CONTROLS AND FEATURES BEFORE MAKING ANY
ATTEMPT TO USE THE EQUIPMENT CLINICALLY.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING MANUALS OF ANY
EQUIPMENT USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS EQUIPMENT TO AVOID ANY
POSSIBLE HAZARD FROM INCOMPATIBILITY.
FAILURE TO THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
GIVEN IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE PATIENT
AND/OR THE OPERATOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN
THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT.
No long-term follow-up studies with this device have been performed as to recur-
rence rates. The effects of loop electrosurgical excision procedure on pregnancy
outcome are not known.
ALWAYS EXERCISE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT OPERATOR/PATIENT SHOCK, FIRE HAZARD AND
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
CAUTION: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physi-
cian. This device SHOULD NOT be used without proper training and preceptorship.
If any questions arise regarding the information contained in this manual, the
operation or safety of the equipment or service, please contact your local
Distributor or Welch Allyn Customer Service at 1-800-535-6663.
I. PROFESSIONAL USE GUIDE
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Electrosurgical Unit • Instruction Manual