FujiFilm EB-530US Operation Manual page 9

6) Preparation for operation
Use a high-frequency surgical instrument and an Endoscope which can be used with a
high-frequency surgical instrument to provide proper emergency treatment, in cases of
bleeding.
7) Abnormality in use
If any abnormality is noticed during use, carry out safety checks and discontinue use
immediately.
8) Maintenance
The equipment will wear out and degrade after repeated use for a long period. Especially,
the portions such as rubber and resin deteriorate also by chemicals to be used a change with
the passage of time. Have it checked by specialists once every six months or once every 50
cases. Also have it checked if there is anything wrong with the equipment.
Do not disassemble or modify the equipment.
9) Operation of Ultrasonic Endoscope
Ultrasonic Endoscope is a precision instrument. Unnatural force or impact on the insertion
portion, flexible portion, or distal end may injure the inside of the patient as well as damage
the instrument. If you feel any abnormal resistance, do not force the Ultrasonic Endoscope
to insert and pull out. Please operate the Ultrasonic Endoscope slowly.
Do not perform the insertion, withdrawal, or bending without keeping a field of view.
A forward-oblique viewing direction is employed with this product and there is a
difference between the inserting direction and viewing direction. Be sure to understand the
characteristics of the equipment upon use.
10) Handling of Ultrasonic Endoscope
When holding Ultrasonic Endoscope, hold it by the control portion. Handling it up by the
insertion portion or LG flexible portion is difficult to hold and may exert an unnatural force,
resulting in instrument failure.
Wear protective gear when handling an Ultrasonic Endoscope to prevent infection and static
charges.
11) Handling of balloon
If the balloon is inflated while it is in patient's air passage, the air flow may become
blocked. Before using the balloon, thoroughly check the balloon position in the air passage
and the water flow rate to the balloon.
Chapter 1 Safety
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