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AIR POWER LINE II Air driven power tool system for orthopedics and traumatology Instruments and implants approved by the AO Foundation. This publication is not intended for distribution in the USA. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE...
Power Tool Attachments for the Air Reamer/Drill II Air Oscillator Power Tool Attaching the Saw Blades Positioning the Saw Head Air Reciprocator Power Tool Attaching the Saw Blades Positioning the Saw Head Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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Manual Cleaning Instructions Automated Cleaning Instructions with Manual Pre-cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Inspection and Function Test Packaging, Sterilization and Storage Repairs and Technical Service Disposal of Waste Troubleshooting System Specifications Ordering Information DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
Intended use For the tool to function properly, Synthes recommends that The Air Power Line II is a compressed air powered system to it is cleaned and serviced after each use in accordance with be used for treatment in orthopedic and traumatology sur- the process defined in the “Care and Maintenance”...
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(refer to page 7, Safety system). – Should the machine drop on the floor and have visible de- fects, do not use it anymore and send it to the Synthes Service Center. – If a product drops on the floor, fragments may split off.
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The device meets the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC for medical devices. It is authorized by an independent notified body for which it 0123 bears the CE symbol. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Remove the air hose from the compressed air or nitrogen source. Precaution: The air hose has to be connected properly and should never be squeezed or obstructed by any loads. Non-respect might lead to bursting of the outer hose. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
To lock the trigger, pull it forward according to the marking on the handle and then turn it. To unlock the trigger, twist it in the opposite direction and then push it back. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
0–340 rpm Weight: 1,100 g Air consumption at 6 bar: max. 380 l/min Recommended operating pressure: 6 –7 bar (max. 10 bar) Cannulation: B 4.0 mm Technical data is subject to tolerances. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
– If the reamer head blocks, the speed trigger is released immediately. – The correct function of the speed trigger (immediate stop of the system when the trigger is released) is checked be- fore the reaming process. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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All reaming speed attachments transfer the speed and torque of the drive unit with a maximum speed of 340 rpm and a maximum torque of 20 Nm. Technical data is subject to tolerances. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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(Speed: 0–930 rpm) Trinkle Quick Coupling (530.784) (Speed: 0–340 rpm) Trinkle Quick Coupling (530.794) (Speed: 0–930 rpm) Trinkle Quick Coupling XXL, modified (530.795) (Speed: 0–340 rpm) Technical data is subject to tolerances. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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Caution: Properly operating tools are essential to the success of an operation. For this reason, used tools must be checked for wear and/or damage after each use and should be re- placed if necessary. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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Reclamp the guide pin by pulling on the tension lever. The guide pin is removed from the bone analogue as described above. Technical data is subject to tolerances. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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Ensure that the shaft of the tool is loaded between the centre of the three clamps of the chuck. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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Universal Drill Chuck, Keyless (530.731) Hold the Drill Chuck on the retaining ring and release the securing ring by turning anticlockwise. Remove the tool from the Drill Chuck. Technical data is subject to tolerances. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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(Fig. 1). Push the ring on the attachment back to fi x the drill. Check if the drill is seated correctly by gently pulling on it. For removal, follow the same procedure in reverse. Figure 1 DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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– Hitting a nail: Remove the drill bit until the flutes are visible, and reaim the drill bit or ex change the drill bit if necessary. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
0–14000 1/min Weight: 1,260 g Air consumption at 6 bar: max. 380 l/min Recommended operating pressure: 6–7 bar (max. 10 bar) Saw blade deflection: 4.5° Technical data is subject to tolerances. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
To prevent injuries, the trigger should always be in the lock position when inserting or removing saw blades, or adjusting the sawing plane. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Detailed ordering information on saw blades for the Air Power Line II system can be found in the brochure “Large Bone Saw Blades” (036.001.681). DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
Continuously adjustable frequency: 0–14000 1/min Weight: 1,060 g Air consumption at 6 bar: max. 380 l/min Recommended operating pressure: 6–7 bar (max. 10 bar) Stroke: 4 mm Technical data is subject to tolerances. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Otherwise the saw blade could come loose and begin to vibrate. – To prevent injuries, the trigger should always be in the lock position when inserting or removing saw blades, or adjusting the sawing plane. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
Release the sliding sleeve. It will lock automatically as soon as the correct position is reached. Instructions for handling saw blades Synthes recommends using a new saw blade for each oper- ation to ensure that the saw blade is optimally sharpened and clean.
For more information about Care and Maintenance, please Clinical Processing”. Concerning the clinical reprocessing refer to the Air Power Line II Care and Maintenance Poster of the Air Power Line II system please refer to the follow- (038.000.017). ing section of this document.
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Any deviation by the processor from the in- structions provided should be properly evaluated for ef- fectiveness and potential adverse consequences. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Air Hose with the seal nipple (519.596). 519.610 519.630 519.650 BOC/Schrader Double Air Hoses Connect both sides of the BOC/Schrader Air Hose with the seal nipple (519.591 or 519.511 519.592). 519.531 DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
2 minutes. Follow the enzymatic detergent manufacturer’s directions for correct temperature, water quality (i.e. pH, hardness) and concentration/dilution. (310 mm) (78 mm) (55 mm) Cleaning brush (516.101) Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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7. Final rinse with deionized/purified water Final rinse with deionized or purified water for a minimum of 2 minutes. 8. Dry Dry device using a clean, soft lint-free cloth or medical grade compressed air. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
If they are, first wipe off or spray these surfaces with alcohol-based disinfectant and then put the seal nipple on. Make sure that no solution enters the hose. Precaution: Clean all movable parts in opened or unlocked position. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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– Never immerse the handpiece or attachments in aqueous solutions or in an ultrasonic bath. Do not use pressurized water as this will cause damage to the system. (310 mm) (78 mm) (55 mm) Cleaning brush (516.101) DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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Ensure that the attachments are positioned in an upright position and fully opened. Ensure that the water can flow off any surface. Damage due to improper reprocessing is not covered by the warranty. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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Furthermore, the device must be serviced at least once per year as specified under the section “Repairs and Technical Services” on page 38. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
519.531 outlet are not connected. Oiling the power tools – After each use, apply around 5 drops of the Synthes special oil (oil dispenser 519.970) into the air inlet of the cleaned power tool (Fig. 1). – Connect the power tool to a double hose using the lubri- cation adapter (519.790) (Fig.
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When lubricating, never use a double hose without the lubrication adapter (519.790) since leaking oil could otherwise damage the hose. Warning: The Radiolucent Drive (511.300) does not require lubrication. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
For further information on inspection and function test, please refer to the APL II Care and Maintenance Poster (038.000.017). Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Sterile Barrier System. Sterilization Synthes Air Power Line II system may be resterilized using validated steam sterilization methods (ISO 17665 or national standards). Synthes recommendations for packed devices and cases are as follows.
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Use products in the order in which they are received (“first-in, first-out princi- ple“), taking note of any expiration date on the label. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
Care and Maintenance Repairs and Technical Service The power tool should be sent to the Synthes office for re- pair if it is faulty or malfunctions. Contaminated products have to run through the complete reprocessing procedure before being sent to the Synthes of- fice for repair or technical service.
The device may not be disposed of with house- hold waste. To prevent damage during shipping use the original packag- ing to return devices back to Synthes. If this is not possible, please contact the Synthes affiliate. Precaution: Contaminated products have to run through the complete reprocessing procedure in order to rule out any risk of infection in case of disposal.
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Compressed air motor is blocked from Lock the power tool. Rotate the un- not operating for a long time. locking sleeve by hand without pressing the trigger. Release the lock and run the machine. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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If the recommended solutions do not work, send the power tool to your local Synthes Service Center. For further technical questions or information on our services, please contact your Synthes representative. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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38 °C; 100 °F 72 h 85 % 60 °C; 140 °F 30 % *products have been tested according to ISTA 2A Precaution: The machine must not be stored or operated in explosive atmospheres. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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– Careful maintenance of the system will reduce heat Oscillating sawing 30 sec 90 sec development in the handpiece and the attachments. – The Air Power Line II must not be stored or operated in Reciprocating sawing 20 sec 120 sec an explosive atmosphere.
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Handpiece 511.610 at idle speed (14 000 Osc./min) and with 6 bar. Handpiece 511.615 at idle speed (14 000 Osc./min) and with 6 bar. Technical data is subject to tolerances. The values are determined with Synthes saw blades. DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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Handpiece 511.610 at idle speed (14 000 Osc./min) and with 6 bar. Handpiece 511.615 at idle speed (14 000 Osc./min) and with 6 bar. Technical data is subject to tolerances. The values are determined with Synthes saw blades. Air Power Line II Instructions for Use DePuy Synthes...
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Trinkle Quick Coupling (340 1/min), for Power Line 530.794 Trinkle Quick Coupling (930 1/min), for Power Line 530.741 Adapter for RDL for Power Line 530.795 Trinkle Quick Coupling XXL (340 1/min), modified, for Power Line 511.300 Radiolucent Drive DePuy Synthes Air Power Line II Instructions for Use...
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For further information please contact your local Synthes representative. Cutting tools Detailed ordering information on saw blades for the Air Power Line II system can be found in the brochure “Large Bone Saw Blades” (036.001.681). Detailed ordering information on the special 3-flute drill bits for the Radiolucent Drive can be found in the brochure “Working with the Radiolucent Drive”...
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Synthes GmbH Eimattstrasse 3 4436 Oberdorf Switzerland Tel: +41 61 965 61 11 Fax: +41 61 965 66 00 0123 www.depuysynthes.com This publication is not intended for distribution in the USA.
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