Sterile Components; Setting The Rest Position On The Leica Telescope Mount - Leica M501 User Manual

Preparation for Operation
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Attach the sterile components

Setting the rest position on the Leica Telescope Mount

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Leica M501 / Ref. 10 711 785 / Version D
➩ Adjust the tilt of the footswitch. Screw the adjustable sup-
ports in or out.
➩ Check that all accessories are correctly connected and
securely attached.
➩ Release the articulation brakes and apply them lightly.
Make the joint easier to move:
➩ Release the joint brake (1).
Make the joint stiffer:
➩ Tighten the joint brake (1).
➩ Extend the swinging arm.
➩ Release the retaining hook on the swinging arm.
➩ Check the weight setting on the swinging arm by raising and
lowering the microscope and correct as necessary.
Caution 7
Danger of infection!
➩Leave sufficient space around the stand to ensure
that the sterile drape does not come into contact with
non-sterile components.
Set for one operation
• 3 handles
• 3 drive knobs
The handles and drive knobs can be sterilized via steam or gas.
➩ Sterilize the handles and drive knobs.
➩ Place the sterile drive knobs onto the binocular tube and the
turn knob for fading ambient lighting.
➩ Place the sterile handles onto the optics carrier and the tilt
head.
Caution 9
Danger of collision!
The surgical microscope can collide with nearby com-
ponents, light fixtures, or the ceiling.
➩Check the danger area before moving the swing arm.
➩Move the ceiling mount upwards carefully, and note
the position of the ceiling and light fixtures.
➩ Swing the microscope away.
➩ Remove the sterile components.
➩ Switch off the power switch.
➩ Move the swing arm all the way upwards.
➩ Release the articulation brakes.
➩ Press the raise lift arm
The Leica Telescope Mount moves upwards.
(2) button.