Zimmer Biomet iASSIST Knee Manual page 19

Distal Femoral Cut (cont.)
13. Optionally, a drop rod can be used to check
the varus/valgus orientation of the cut before
performing the resection. Insert the paddle
section of the alignment arch into the femoral saw
slot. Make sure that the arm of the alignment arch
is aligned with the A/P plane of the femur. Then,
slide a drop rod in the body of the alignment arch.
Note: The alignment rod with coupler (provided
by Zimmer) can be used to verify the cut.
Note: Alternatively, the Natural-Knee
Alignment Rod (provided by Zimmer) can be
used to verify the cut.
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Figure 3.5
Distal Femur Cut (Continued)
14. Resect the distal femur.
Warning: The femoral saw slot is compatible
with saw blades of 1.27 mm (0.05 inches)
thickness.
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