TABLE OF CONTENTS Model REF 7800 Battery Sternum Saw REF 7800-002 Sternum Guard & Accessories Instruction Manual Intended Use and Introduction ..............3 General Warnings ..................3-4 Markings ......................5-6 List of Compatible Accessories ..............7 Environmental Parameters .................7 Technical Data and Handpiece Safety Mechanisms ......7-8 Handpiece Features ...................8-9...
INTRODUCTION This manual has been written to help describe the procedures required to keep the MicroAire REF 7800 Battery Sternum Saw system operating properly. Throughout the manual, the following terms are used to identify tips and precautions that will help avoid accidental injury to patients or personnel, or prevent damage to the system.
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WARNING: REF 7800 Sternum Saw has been tested for use in the vicinity of High Frequency Electrosurgical / Electro coagulation equipment. Use of such equipment in close proximity to the REF 7800 Sternum Saw may cause unintended interruptions or unintended motion of durations up to 1 second. Place the Instrument on a safe surface when not in use.
Indicates the temperature limits to whichthe medical device can be Temperature ISO 15223-1:2012 1 0632 safely exposed. The upper and lower limits to temperature shall be Limitation indicated adjacent to the upper and lower horizontal lines. IM-7800 Rev G 2021-05 5 of 16...
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ISO 15223-1:2012 1 Manufacturer 3082 date of manufacture may be combined with this symbol. • When using MicroAire as the manufacturer, use the MicroAire LLC symbol. Indicates the European Conformity Mark with Notified Body Council Directive CE Mark with NB Number.
Use of Battery Packs other than those specified in the List of Compatible Accessories could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation. ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS (REF 7800, REF 7800-002) OPERATING CONDITIONS This device has been tested and proven to operate within the following conditions: >...
REF 7800-002 STERNUM GUARD The REF 7800 Battery Sternum Saw requires the use of the included REF 7800-002. The guard can be attached to the handpiece in either a superior or inferior position, depending on the position at which the blade was loaded.
3. Twist the blade locking collet into the open position by rotating in the direction of the arrows. 4. While holding the blade locking collet in the open position, insert a MicroAire REF ZR-032M or REF ZR-033M saw blade until it is fully seated. The blade may be inserted in the inferior or superior position.
Make sure the arrows on the handpiece and guard are aligned properly, and the Guard Lock/Release Button is depressed when attempting to insert the sternum guard. c. Attempt to load a different REF 7800-002 sternum guard into the collet. If the second guard cannot be loaded into the collet, return the handpiece for service.
CAUTION: DO NOT run instruments while warm. Cool by exposure to room temperature. CAUTION: DO NOT immerse in liquid to cool. 2. Flash sterilization Flash sterilization is not recommended for powered surgical instruments. The REF 7800 Sternum Saw has not been validated for flash sterilization. 3. Ethylene Oxide Sterilization.
7800 BATTERY STERNUM SAW & ACCESSORY WARRANTY MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLC warrants its REF 7800 Battery Sternum Saw and the REF 7800-002 Sternum Guard to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the original purchase date by the end customer.
See separate operating instructions provided with the MicroAire UL Classified Battery Charger (REF 7500-700). Battery Installation The REF 7800 Battery Sternum Saw handpiece must have a fully charged MicroAire battery pack (REF 6640-710, REF 7505-710 or Aseptic Battery) installed before use. To attach the battery to the handpiece, place the battery under the base of the instrument with the longer side facing the rear of the instrument.
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY NOTE: The 7800 Sternum Saw is suitable for use in hospitals and surgery centers. These systems should not be used near Magnetic Resonance Imaging equipment. EMC Test & Standard Test Levels / Limits Compliance Mains terminal disturbance voltage...
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Use of the 7800 Sternum Saw adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided be cause it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, the 7800 Sternum Saw and the adjacent equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.
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