Endoscope Functions - Olympus BF TYPE 160 Operation Manual

Chapter 2 Instrument Nomenclature and Specifications
2.2

Endoscope functions

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1. Endoscope connector
This connector connects the endoscope to the output socket of the light
source and transmits light from the light source to the endoscope.
2. Electrical connector
This connector connects the endoscope to the video system center via the
videoscope cable. The endoscope contains a memory chip that stores
information about the endoscope and communicates this information to the
video system center CV-160. For more details, refer to the instruction
manual of the CV-160.
3. UP/DOWN angulation control lever
When this lever is turned in the "U" direction, the bending section moves
UP; when the lever is turned in the "D" direction, the bending section moves
DOWN.
4. Single-use suction valve (MAJ-209)
This valve is depressed to activate suction. The valve is used to remove any
fluid and debris that obstruct the visual field.
5. Single-use biopsy valve (MAJ-210)
Accessories may be inserted through the slit in this valve. A syringe may be
inserted for the introduction of fluids.
6. Instrument channel port
This channel port functions as:
− channel for the insertion of endo-therapy accessories
− suction channel
− fluid feed channel (from a syringe via the biopsy valve)
The BF-1T160 instrument channel has an inner diameter of
ø 2.8 mm, but only endo-therapy accessories with an outer
diameter of ø 2.6 mm (green) should be used. If the
endo-therapy accessories with an outer diameter of
ø 2.8 mm (yellow) are used, the instrument may be
damaged.
BF TYPE 160 Series OPERATION MANUAL