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XCEL
255
Slit Lamp
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 XCEL ™ Slit Lamp User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Reichert and Reichert Technologies are registered trademarks of Reichert, Inc. Xcel is a trademark of Reichert, Inc. AMETEK is a registered trademark of AMETEK, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. The information contained in this document was accurate at time of publication. Specifications subject to change without notice. Reichert, Inc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Warnings and Cautions ................... 4 Symbol Information ..................6 Introduction ...................... 7 Indications for Use ..................7 Contraindications ..................7 Setup ......................8 Parts Identification ..................8 Xcel 255 Package Contents ..............8 Accessories ....................8 Unpacking & Installation ................9 Application of Input Power ...............
  • Page 4: Warnings And Cautions

    Warnings & Cautions Reichert Technologies (Reichert) is not responsible for the safety and reliability of this instrument when: • Assembly, disassembly, repair, or modification is made by unauthorized dealers or persons. • Instrument is not used in accordance with this User’s Guide. WARNING: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: UNITED STATES FEDERAL LAW AND EUROPEAN REGULATIONS REqUIRE THAT THIS DEvICE BE PURCHASED ONLy By A PHySICIAN OR A PERSON ACTING ON BEHALF OF A PHySICIAN.
  • Page 5 Warnings & Cautions (continued) CAUTION: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRy OF THE INSTRUMENT CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIvE DEvICES (ESDS) THAT MAy BE SENSITIvE TO STATIC CHARGES PRODUCED By THE HUMAN BODy.
  • Page 6: Symbol Information

    Symbol Information Symbol Information The following symbols appear on the instrument: Caution symbol indicating important operating and maintenance instructions that are included in this User’s Guide Type B Applied Part Alternating Current Power Protective Earth Connection ON / OFF Date of Manufacture 2013 Catalog Number Serial Number...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Tel: 716-686-4500 Fax: 716-686-4555 Email: reichert.information@ametek.com Indications for use The Xcel 255 Slit Lamp is an AC-powered slit lamp biomicroscope that is intended for use in examining the anterior segment, from the corneal epithelium to the posterior capsule. It is used to aid in the diagnosis of diseases or trauma, which affect the structural properties of the anterior segment of the eye.
  • Page 8: Setup

    Setup Parts Identification Xcel 255 Package Contents On/Off Switch Illumination Level Control • Xcel 255 Slit Lamp (15120) Glide Plate • User's Guide (15120-101) Joystick for horizontal and vertical movement Accessories Bulb Access Door • Filter Dial Focusing Rod (P/N 15120-226) • Slit Length Dial Hex Wrench - 3mm (P/N X54264) •...
  • Page 9: Unpacking & Installation

    Setup (continued) Unpacking and Installation Open the outside shipping box and remove the three (3) inner boxes. Remove the User's Guide and read it. Open the box with the Table Top and Electronics in it. Refer to Figure SU-1. Remove the Table Top from the box and install the Table Top onto the instrument stand and secure it into place as indicated in the user guide for the stand.
  • Page 10 Setup (continued) Unpacking and Installation (continued) Base Chin Rest Lamp Wire Wire Attach the Fixation Light Wire from the Chin Rest Assembly into the connector on the back of the Power Supply Assembly. Refer to Figure SU-6. Open the box with the Microscope Assembly. Remove the Microscope Assembly, Base Assembly, and Accessories.
  • Page 11: Application Of Input Power

    Setup (continued) Unpacking and Installation (continued) Slide Install the Microscope Assembly onto the top of Microscope Assembly the Arm by sliding it into position, making sure it is up against the stop. Then, tighten the Lock Knob located on the right side of the Microscope Assembly.
  • Page 12: Instructions For Use

    Instructions for Use Operation Turn on the power using the On/Off switch located Projected on the front of the power supply. Brightness can Slit be adjusted by rotating the illumination level knob. Note: The maximum position is for intermittent use only.
  • Page 13: Slit Length

    Instructions for Use (continued) Operation (continued) The angle between the illumination system and the Magnification microscope can be varied between 0° and 90° to Dial either the left or to the right. Refer to Figure IN-5. The illumination angle is indicated on the Scale of the slit lamp arm.
  • Page 14: Cleaning & Maintenance

    Cleaning & Maintenance WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. ALWAyS DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE WALL AND THE INSTRUMENT BEFORE PERFORMING ANy OF THE FOLLOWING CARE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. External Cleaning Clean the external surfaces of this instrument using a clean, soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution (1 cc of liquid dish soap to one liter of clean, filtered water (filtered below 5 microns)).
  • Page 15: Fuse Replacement

    Cleaning & Maintenance (continued) Fuse Replacement Replace the fuses in the Power Input Module with the fuses indicated in the Specifications section of this manual. Pull Remove input power to the instrument. Press down on the top tab in the middle of the Power Input Module to release the Fuse Holder, and gently pull out the Fuse Holder by gripping the Tabs...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following chart outlines some common issues with the Xcel 255 Slit Lamp and some steps you can take to correct the issue. If problems persist, please contact the Reichert as listed in the Introduction section of this manual. Chart of Common Errors ISSUE PROBABLE CAUSE...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications Catalog Number 15120 Physical Dimensions Size: Weight, unpacked: 23.0 lbs. (10.4 Kg) Height: 19.8 in. (50.2 cm) Weight, packed: 52 lbs (23.64 Kg) Width: 10.5 in. (26.7 cm) Depth: 14.0 in. (35.6 cm) Electrical voltage: 100-240 vAC Power Input: Max 56-73vA Frequency: 50/60 Hz Fuses: T 1.6A L 250v Halogen Bulb: P/N 15121 (6v, 20 W)
  • Page 18: Disposal

    Specifications (continued) Movement Ranges Longitudinal (In/Out) 90mm Lateral (Left/Right) 107mm vertical (Up/Down) 30mm Chinrest Range 80mm Table Dimensions 18 1/2" x 12 10/16" (465 mm x 316 mm) Disposal This product does not generate any environmentally hazardous residues. At the end of its product life, follow your local laws and ordinances regarding the proper disposal of this equipment. Software Revision There is no software installed in this unit.
  • Page 19: Guidance Tables

    Guidance Tables Table 201 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Emissions All Equipment and Systems Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions The Xcel 255 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The cus- tomer or user of the Xcel 255 should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic Environment Emissions Test Compliance...
  • Page 20 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 202 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity All Equipment and Systems Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The Xcel 255 is intended for use in electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Xcel 255 should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance...
  • Page 21 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 204 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity Equipment and Systems that are NOT Life-supporting Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The Xcel 255 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The cus- tomer or user of the Xcel 255 should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance...
  • Page 22 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 206 – Recommended Separation Distances between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Xcel 255 for ME Equipment and ME Systems that are NOT Life-supporting. Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity Recommended Separation Distances for between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Xcel 255 The Xcel 255 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF distur- bances are controlled.
  • Page 23: Warranty

    Warranty This product is warranted by Reichert Technologies against defective material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of invoice to the original purchaser. (An authorized dealer shall not be considered an original purchaser.) Under this warranty, Reichert’s sole obligation is to repair or replace the defective part or product at Reichert’s discretion. This warranty applies to new products and does not apply to a product that has been tampered with, altered in any way, misused, damaged by accident or negligence, or which has had the serial number removed, altered or effaced.
  • Page 24 15120-101 Rev. D March 12, 2013...

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