Olympus BF-UC180F Instructions Manual page 40

Inspection of the mouthpiece (MA-651, optional)
1.
Confirm that the mouthpiece is free from cracks, deformation, or
discoloration (see Figure 3.9).
2.
Using your fingers, check irregularities on the surfaces of the mouthpiece
(see Figure 3.9).
Main body
Figure 3.9
ULTRASONIC BRONCHOFIBERVIDEOSCOPE BF-UC180F
Do not use a mouthpiece that is damaged, deformed, or
reveals other irregularities. Doing so may cause patient injury
and/or equipment damage.
Place the mouthpiece in the patient's mouth before the
procedure to prevent the patient from biting and/or damaging
the endoscope's insertion section.
Opening
Chapter 3 Preparation and Inspection
Outer flange
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