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™ Video Laryngoscope INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE تعليامت االستخدام BRUGSANVISNING BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG INSTRUCCIONES DE USO KÄYTTÖOHJE MODE D’EMPLOI ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO 使用説明書 사용설명서 GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING BRUKSANVISNING INSTRUKCJA UŻYCIA INSTRUÇÕES DE UTILIZAÇÃO BRUKSANVISNING KULLANMA TALİMATI 使用说明 Venner Medical (Singapore) Pte Ltd 35 Joo Koon Circle, Singapore 629110 www.vennermedical.com Advena Ltd Tower Business Centre, 2...
Contents Device description Video Viewer ™ Handle and MAC or MIL Camera Module ™ Technical specifications Operating instructions Inspection Cleaning Batteries Assembling the device Fitting a new blade Using the device 2.6.1 MAC (Macintosh) Blade 2.6.2 DAB (Difficult Airway Blade) or U-DAB (Unchannelled Difficult Airway Blade) 2.6.3 MIL (Miller) Blade...
These instructions for use are for the following APA ™ products: Device description Product code Description Quantity / box Handle Video Viewer MIL 1 Blade MAC 3 Blade 701000 ™ Video Viewer 701006 ™ Handle MIL 2 Blade MAC 4 Blade 700930 MAC Camera Module ™...
Video Viewer Handle and APA MAC or MIL Camera Module ™ ™ ™ ( + ) button Handle ( - ) button Single replaceable AA 1.5V battery LED light indicator TEST button Video output Connector MAC Camera Module High intensity light source Figure 1.1: APA ™...
Technical specifications Operating instructions Video Viewer Inspection Display 3.5” LCD (320 x 240 pixels) Weight 135g Check all areas of the video laryngoscope before first use and between each patient use. In the event of signs of damage or defects, refer to Section 5.1, do not use and Power consumption inform the local distributor.
Assembling the device To use the device as a laryngoscope, align the notch on the Camera Module with the steel pin on the Handle and attach them together (Figure 2). An audible “click” may be heard when the Camera Module is fitted correctly. Ensure that the Camera Module rotates smoothly and locks in the ‘OFF’, ‘BLADE REMOVAL’...
With direct visualisation of the laryngeal inlet a correctly sized ETT (EndoTracheal Tube) can be introduced into the trachea. Ensure that the ETT is adequately lubricated prior to use. An introducer/stylet may be used to assist the introduction. Correct placement of the ETT should be both visual and by the use of capnography. CAUTION: Avoid putting pressure on the patient’s teeth during laryngoscopy.
Do not use an introducer or stylet with the DAB however, you may use an introducer or stylet with the U-DAB. An indirect view of the ETT passage into the glottis can be observed on the screen. Correct placement of the ETT should be both visual and by the use of capnography.
CAUTION: The blade is designed with a fail-safe feature and can only be removed when 2.6.5 Stylet ™ the Camera Module is in the BLADE REMOVAL position. The APA Stylet is designed to work with the APA U-DAB by providing an angled shape to ™...
CAUTION: Before any procedure, the Video Viewer must be checked to ensure that it Concave point Convex point is operating correctly and the battery level is sufficient. If the LED light indicator starts to flash during a procedure it means that there is limited battery. The procedure may continue at the clinician’s discretion.
Decontamination Disinfection The video laryngoscope must be cleaned and disinfected before first use and between Prepare or dilute a suitable disinfectant in accordance with the manufacturer’s each patient use, in accordance with local cleaning regime for non-autoclavable, instructions. Visit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website for a list of non-metallic devices.
APA IP Shield VL and DL As a video laryngoscope ™ In clinical situations where the risk of contamination and infection increases, use the The following, is a list of possible problems and recommended solutions. APA IP Shield , a disposable cover designed for the video laryngoscope, to further protect If the problem persists, contact the local distributor.
(APA Oxy Blade and Stylet) ™ AAM Healthcare warrants the hardware products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. AAM Healthcare’s obligation Not made with natural rubber latex under this warranty is limited to correcting the defect in the product or any part thereof which is defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period.
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WEEE wheeled bin. This product contains electrical and electronic components that may contain materials which, if disposed with general waste, could be damaging to the environment. Residents of the European Union must follow specific disposal or recycling instructions for this product. Residents outside the European Union must dispose or recycle this product in accordance with local laws or regulations that apply.
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