Reichert Tono-Pen AVIA Vet Quick Reference Manual

Tono-Pen AVIA Vet
Ocu-Film + Instructions
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Proper set up of the Ocu-Film + tip cover is essential for the precision and
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accuracy of the tonometry measurement. A new Ocu-Film + tip cover must be
used for each new patient. Be certain that the film is flat across the tip, but not
too taut or too loose.
Position the Ocu-Film + Roll the Ocu-Film + tip
applicator on the transducer.

Taking an IOP Measurement

To take a measurement, press the button once. [88
played, followed by a double row of dashes [= = = =], indicating the Tono-Pen is
ready to measure.
The corneal surface needs only to be momentarily contacted. Indentation or
excessive pressure is not required and may lead to injury to the eye.
CORRECT
CORRECT
Remove the
cover onto the tip. applicator.
] will briefly be dis-
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INCORRECT
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Quick Reference Guide
Applanation Tonometer
Button
Transducer
1. Hold the Tono-Pen with the transducer end pointed straight down toward the floor.
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2. Press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The instrument will "beep" 5 times and
the LCD will display [dn].
3. Hold the Tono-Pen steady for 15 seconds until the device "beeps" and the LCD
displays [UP].
4. Quickly and smoothly flip the Tono-Pen up, so the transducer is pointing straight up.
5. A properly functioning Tono-Pen will display [Pass] and the device will "beep".
Press the operating button again to ready the pen for a measurement.
6. If [Fail] is displayed, repeat this verification procedure.
LCD Display
Keep the Tono-Pen
AVIA Vet covered
with an Ocu-Film +
tip cover at all times,
even in storage.

Verification Procedure

Verification must be successfully performed
whenever the measurements are in question.
Verification can be performed with or with-
out an Ocu-Film + tip cover installed.
Note: The first thing to be displayed on the
LCD screen during verification mode
is [dn] for down.
230750-104 Rev. F, 02-05-2020