System Features
Intended Uses of this Manual
Conventions Used in this Guide
CUSA
Clarity Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator System Operator's Manual
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The CUSA Clarity system includes several important components and
features:
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Console with touchscreen interface
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Cart
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36 kHz handpiece
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A variety of surgical tips that attach to the handpiece:
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Sterile, single-use tips
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Non-sterile, extended use tips (EUT)
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Tissue Select
feature, which increases the selectivity of the surgical
®
tip, allowing greater control and precision
When you receive your CUSA Clarity system, we recommend that you
read and understand all of this operator's manual before using the
system. Also, use the manual for:
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Reference - When you need specific information on a task.
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Training - When training new personnel to use the system.
To draw immediate attention to matters of importance, this manual
presents Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
product damage.
NOTE
Indicates additional information.
Preface
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