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For use with Site~Rite™ 6 Ultrasound System Instructions for Use...
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Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System CF Type Equipment Keep Dry Storage Humidity Parameters Manufacturer: (packaged) Consult instructions Storage Temperature for use Parameters Operating Humidity Parameters Do not dispose with Storage Humidity Parameters ordinary municipal waste (unpackaged) Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts Rx Only Operating Temperature this device to sale by or on the...
Instructions For Use - TABLE OF CONTENTS - Section Section Overview Magnetic Navigation Only Mode 1.1 Indications for Use Step 1: Prepare Device 1.2 Post Market Clinical Trial Step 2: Position Patient and Perform Ultrasound 1.3 Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System (TCS) Description Step 3: Measure Catheter Length 1.4 System Components Step 4: Prepare Sensor...
1.2 Post Market Clinical Trial The Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System (TCS) is Bard’s next generation, fully integrated magnetic navigation and ECG-based peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) tip confirmation technology, which represents the next evolution of the Sherlock™ II Tip Location System and the previously- marketed Sapiens Tip Confirmation System.
This section specifies warnings and precautions specific to the functionality of the Sherlock 3CG™ TCS. - See the Bard Access Systems' catheter Instructions for Use (IFU) for possible complications associated with peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) placements and ECG positioning.
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Warning: The following actions void the warranty of the Sherlock 3CG™ TCS and may result in injury or equipment damage. - Opening or servicing the Site~Rite™ 6 Ultrasound System with Sherlock 3CG™ TCS by anyone other than Bard Access Systems’...
Instructions For Use Caution: Placement of red electrode outside of the correct region may result in reduced ECG performance. See Section 4. Caution: Discontinue electrode use immediately, if skin irritation occurs. Caution: To avoid damage to the device operating system, shutdown the device through the Power Control button from the Application Toolbar. 2 Assembling the Sherlock 3CG™...
Instructions For Use 3.3 Sherlock 3CG™ TCS Controls and Indicators Main Controls Ultrasound Mode: Select to exit the TCS Mode and enter Ultrasound Mode. Calibrate Button: Select to calibrate magnet navigation. Audio On: Select to mute the magnet navigation audio. Audio Mute: Select to turn the magnet navigation audio on.
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Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System Menu: Select to open the Menu Window. Select the ‘F1’ key on the keyboard to open the Patient Information window. Select the ‘F2’ key on the keyboard to open the Menu Window Select the ‘F3’ key on the keyboard to open the Exit Site Marking Window. Select the ‘F6’...
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Confirmation Statement Printing: Select to enable or disable the confirmation statement printing on the ECG printout. Magnet Tracking Printout: Select to enable or disable the magnet navigation printout. Demonstration: Select to initiate demonstration mode. For training, contact your Bard Access Systems’ Sales Representatives. Exit: Select to close the Menu Window.
- Tone 1: The stylet tip is detected and the tip is not under the sensor. - Tone 2: The stylet tip is under the sensor and is at or above the Bard logo. - Tone 3: The stylet is under the sensor and below the Bard logo.
- Enter Patient Information as needed. Step 2: Position Patient and Perform Ultrasound Pre-scan - Refer to the Bard Access Systems’ Site~Rite™ 6 Ultrasound System Instructions for Use. Step 3: Measure Catheter Length - Refer to Bard Access Systems’ Catheter Instructions for Use.
Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System Step 5: Position Sensor and ECG electrodes - Remove the adhesive backing from the sensor holder and lace the sensor directly on the patient’ skin with the adhesive side down. Place the sensor as flat as possible for best results.
- Insert the catheter until the magnetic navigation shows the stylet moving consistently downward. - Continue to slowly advance catheter until the catheter is inserted to the external measurement as determined in the Bard Access Systems’ catheter instructions for use.
- Enter patient Information as needed. Step 2: Position Patient and Perform Ultrasound Pre-scan - Refer to the Bard access Systems’ Site~Rite™ 6 Ultrasound System Instructions for Use. Step 3: Measure Catheter Length - Refer to Bard Access Systems’ Catheter Instructions for Use.
- Insert the catheter until the magnetic navigation shows the stylet moving consistently downward. - Continue to slowly advance catheter until the catheter is inserted to the external measurements as determined in the Bard Access Systems’ catheter instructions for use.
Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System - Below is an image of Magnetic Navigation only mode. 6 Trouble Shooting and Error Messages 6.1 Error Screens Cause: Sensor not connected to the display. Sensor Disconnected Solution: Ensure the sensor is properly connected. Disconnect and reconnect the sensor. Cause: The display power supply is connected to a noisy electrical outlet.
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Instructions For Use Cause: Interference caused by magnetic field changes or by sensor movement. Magnet Error Solution: 1. Move all metal objects at least 12 inches (30 cm) away from the sensor. 2. Lower bed rails. 3. Move all active electronic devices at least 5 feet (1.5m) away. 4.
Flush the catheter lumen containing the stylet with saline. Cause: No stylet-to-fin connection. Solution: Fully seat the stylet connector on the fin. Refer to the Bard Access Systems’ catheter instructions for use. Cause: Fin and/or stylet connectors not fully seated.
Note: Depth icons will Cause: Stylet magnet trimmed off. not be present. Solution: Replace catheter with a new Bard Access Systems’ catheter from a kit labeled ] or Cause: Stylet is out of sensor's depth range (3 to 11 cm) Solution: 1.
Sherlock 3CG™ Tip Confirmation System Cause: Stylet at edge of sensor’s depth range (3 to 11 cm). Solution: 1. Pull catheter back until stylet icon is stable. 2. Verify catheter is moving in the correct direction and continue placement. Cause: Magnetic interference.
The manufacturer, Bard Access Systems, Inc., warrants to the original purchaser that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be so defective, purchaser may return the same to Bard Access Systems, Inc. for repair, replacement or credit at Bard Access Systems Inc.'s option in accordance with Bard Access Systems Inc.'s Return Goods Policy found in the current...
Operating Humidity: 5% to 85% non-condensing Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing 12 Disposal Information To return the Sherlock 3CG™ TCS for end of life recycling, please contact your nearest Bard sales or distributor office in the country of purchase.
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