Safety Notes - DENTSPLY SMARTLITE FOCUS Manual

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Safety notes

Be aware of the following general safety notes and the special safety notes in other
chapters of these Instructions for Use.
Safety alert symbol.
• This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
• Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
2.1 Warnings
Never modify SmartLite
promise safety and effectiveness.
2.1.1 SmartLite
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• Always make sure SmartLite
FOCUS to avoid accidental aspiration (see
• Always make sure light aperture is not covered by SmartLite
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• Do not try to remove LED tip from handpiece as they are permanently connected.
• Do not use the device as a tissue retractor, as this may damage the connection
between LED tip and handpiece.
• Do not use a damaged device, e.g. if among others the glass cover of the LED tip
is scratched, broken or missing.
• The SmartLite
spare shields included in the package or available as refill (see also [6.1 Acces-
sories]).
• Only authorized technicians should repair the handpiece or battery pack.
2.1.2 Charging base
• High voltages are present inside the charging base. Do not open charging base
when connected to power source. Use only under dry conditions. Do not use if the
charging base is wet. Only authorized technicians should repair the charging base.
• Do not use for voltages different from the range indicated on the charging base.
• Note: Unplug power connector
power connector from the charging base.
• Always make sure handpiece is completely reprocessed before inserting it into the
charging base.
2.2 Precautions
This product is intended to be used only as specifically outlined in these Instructions
for Use.
Any use of this product inconsistent with these Instructions for Use is at the discretion
and sole responsibility of the dental practitioner.
• Anyone with a history of retinopathy should consult their eye specialist before op-
erating this unit. Use the SmartLite
comply with all the necessary safety precautions (including wearing suitable, light
filtering safety glasses).
• Anyone who has had a cataract operation may be especially sensitive to light and
should be advised against undergoing treatment with a SmartLite
light unless adequate safety precautions are taken such as wearing suitable, light
filtering safety glasses.
personal injury hazards.
injury.
FOCUS or any of its equipment. Any modification may com-
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FOCUS Handpiece
FOCUS Shields
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FOCUS Shields will wear over time. Exchange defect shield against
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are securely fixed to SmartLite
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from power source before disconnecting
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FOCUS curing light extremely carefully and
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FOCUS Shields (see
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FOCUS curing
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