Preparing the Product for Use .............. 22 4.1. Required tools, equipment, and staff ..............22 4.2. Unpacking the PURIST Leg Positioning System ............22 4.3. Assembling the PURIST Leg Positioning System ............. 24 4.3.1. Mounting the height setting device onto the chassis..........24 4.3.2.
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5.2.10. Accessory rail ..................... 64 5.2.11. Removing the traction boot .................. 64 5.3. Prepare PURIST for storage following completion of the operation ......65 Maintenance / Service ................. 66 6.1. Important information ..................66 6.2. Checks by the user ..................... 66 6.3.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Notes for users Notes for users 1.1. Using this user manual This user manual should make it possible for you to work safely with the device. Use this product only in accordance with the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Notes for users 1.3. Warning and danger symbols DANGER Danger of death or serious bodily injury Failure to observe WILL lead to death or serious bodily injury. WARNING Danger of death or serious bodily injury Failure to observe CAN lead to death or serious bodily injury.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Notes for users Instruction/caution sign on the pendulum Ensure star knob is fully OPEN before assembly. Chassis caution label (removable) Read the user manual. Observe important notice in the user manual. Read the user manual before installing and using the device.
PURIST Leg Positioning System Suction cups The rubber suction cups attached to the locking feet of the booms hold the PURIST in place by means of vacuum. 1.7. Figures in this user manual Some of the figures in this user manual are schematics where the colors do not necessarily correspond to the final product.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Product description 2.2. Scope of delivery and components The PURIST Leg Positioning System (LPS) is delivered in two transport boxes. The following parts of the dismantled product are to be found in these boxes: • The common names will be used throughout this manual.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Product description CAUTION Danger of injury from lifting transport boxes The transport crate weighs more than 15 kg (33 lb.) Only physically strong persons may carry this crate alone. For more details, please read chapter “Preparing the Product for Use”.
The product is designed for use on an electrically conducting floor by having electrically conducting castors. 2.5. Function / Performance description The PURIST is a leg positioning system that is used with an operating table. It may only be used in combination with an operating table.
PURIST may only be used by specialist staff who can position the patient correctly and have made themselves familiar with the product from the user manual. The period of use of PURIST is about 1 to 4 hours per surgical operation. 2.5.1. Performance characteristics •...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Notes General Safety Notes 3.1. Use for the intended purpose The product is intended solely for use in human hip joint replacement. The product may only be used in combination with an operating table. The patient must lie in the supine position (on the back) during use of the product.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Notes 3.2. Use in contradiction to intended use The device including the approved accessories must not be used for any other purpose than that indicated in chapter “Use for the intended purpose”. WARNING Danger of death or serious bodily injury...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Notes 3.3. Hazards when used as intended CAUTION Danger of injury for osteoporotic patients Leg fractures may occur if excessive mechanical force is applied to the bones of osteoporotic patients, e.g. by traction of the leg.
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CAUTION Risk of injury The pulling force exerted by PURIST during traction can exceed the adhesion of the operating table to the floor. The operation is delayed or cannot be carried out using the device.
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If the adhesion of the suction cups to the floor gives way suddenly, this can result in abrupt movements of the PURIST and the patient. Ensure that the suction cups are properly cleaned before starting the operation.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Notes WARNING Risk of contamination from the product Properly disinfect traction boot before and after surgery. Apply a bandage to avoid direct contact between patient and traction boot during patient preparation and before the traction boot is fitted to the leg to be operated on.
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CAUTION Risk of injury from PURIST breaking The PURIST may break in case of heavy patients over 227 kg (500 lb.). Use product only for patients of max. 227kg (500 lb.) SUP_7.036_Rev01...
PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 5 April 2017 on medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC. Medical Device Class The PURIST Leg Positioning System and his accessories are classified according annex VIII,...
Trapping of fingers can occur when assembling individual parts. Only allow the product to be unpacked and assembled by expert personnel. 4.2. Unpacking the PURIST Leg Positioning System Open the transport crates. Remove the following parts in sequence.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use Take out the height setting device with the gas strut. Always lay the height setting device on its side when it is not assembled to the chassis. Ensure it is oriented with the height adjustment handwheel facing upwards as shown.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 4.3. Assembling the PURIST Leg Positioning System The steps in the assembly are described in the following: • Mounting the height setting device onto the chassis • Fix the pendulum to the height setting and attach the gas strut.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use Carry the height setting device with the gas strut to the chassis in preparation of inserting it into the interface. Fig. 4-9: Height setting device SUP_7.036_Rev01 25 (80)
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 1 Securing rod on the height setting device 2 Red assembly marking Note the two red markings (2) on the height setting device. Once the height setting device has been fitted to the chassis, the red markings should no longer be visible.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use Assembly marking position The red tab must have disappeared at the position of the assembly marking (1). The height setting is correctly fitted when both red assembly markings (tabs) are no longer visible from above after the height setting device has been tightened.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 4.3.2. Fit the pendulum to the height setting device 1 Bearing block 2 Bearing bolt Abduction / Adduction shaft Lower fork gas strut Gas strut holder Fig. 4-15: Pendulum interface Unlock the pendulum locking lever ...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use Set bearing block pendulum onto abduction / adduction shaft. Re-insert the bearing bolt. Fig. 4-17: Fitting the pendulum, step 2 Remove the securing pin of the lower fork of the gas strut.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 4.3.3. Fit the traction rail to the pendulum Fig. 4-19: Chassis with height setting device and pendulum attached 1 Traction rail Bring the traction rail (1) to the height setting device.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 1 Bearing block 2 Bearing bolt 3 Guide nipple for the traction rail The interface for the traction rail is located at the height setting device. Fig. 4-21: Height setting device interface ...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 1 Traction rail 2 Guide nipple Lead the traction rail underneath the guide nipple into the bearing block. Fig. 4-23: Fitting traction rail, step 2 1 Traction rail with slider block 2 Bolt ...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 1 Traction rail 2 Bolt The traction rail (1) is securely fitted in the height setting device when the bolt (2) is located in the bearing block up to the end stop.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 4.3.4. Fit the boot holder to the traction rail 1 Interface block The traction slider block with the interface block (1) is located on the traction rail. Fig. 4-27: Traction rail interface...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use 1 Tilting bearing clamping lever 2 Tilting bearing clamping plate 3 Interface block on traction slider block Loosen clamping lever (1). Set the boot holder with the tilting bearing onto the interface block (3).
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use Fig. 4-33: Boot holder fitted to traction rail 4.3.5. Fitting the drape holder Stick the drape holder at the top into the height setting device. Attach the drape to the drape holder using clamps so that the operator can see the foot rotation.
CAUTION Danger of overturning PURIST can tilt over when it is loaded with accessories that are not in the transport position. Mount the accessories on the PURIST so that the center of gravity is as low as possible and lies close to the height setting device.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Product for Use CAUTION Danger of overturning The PURIST can tilt over when it is pulled over thresholds. A toppling PURIST can cause serious injury. PURIST may only be pushed over thresholds. CAUTION Risk of injury when moving the assembled product...
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(horizontal) position or there is no connection with the patient. 1 Accessory rail 2 Accessory rail The PURIST can now be moved using the accessory rails (1, 2). When transporting the PURIST over thresholds: push, don't pull. Fig. 4-36: Accessory rails SUP_7.036_Rev01...
Prior to use in the operating room, the product must be fully cleaned and disinfected. CAUTION Risk of injury from PURIST breaking The PURIST may break in case of heavy patients over 227 kg (500 lb.). Use product only for patients of max. 227kg (500 lb.) Fig.
“Performing the individual steps”. Cover the PURIST LPS, before surgery starts. It is important to make sure that the controls are easily accessible. CAUTION Danger of injury for osteoporotic patients Leg fractures may occur if excessive mechanical force is applied to the bones of osteoporotic patients, e.g.
Castor movements can be blocked. Check the functioning of the suction cups. Check the cleanliness of the suction cups. • Drive the PURIST to the operating table. • Check the intended installation environment Freedom from cracks and gaps in the flooring where the suction cups are to be placed.
Move PURIST 5.2.2. Adjusting the height Hand wheel for height adjustment Star knob Turn the hand wheel (1) to set the PURIST to the desired working height for the operator. Tighten star knob on chassis. Fig. 5-2: Height adjustment SUP_7.036_Rev01...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 5.2.3. Mount the traction boot to the boot holder Select the proper boot size (S or M). Clean contaminated traction boots by manually washing with mild detergent and warm water. Before each use, inspect for visible damage and defects of surfaces, seams and bonds, and control the adhesion of the closures to ensure proper operability of the traction boot.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Central recess (neutral position) The central recess allows a symmetrical pivot range for the rotation of 120° in both directions. Together with the ab- or adduction, a total rotation of 160° is possible in both directions.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Upper fixing knob 2 Lower fixing knob 3 Boot There are two fixing knobs (1, 2) on the sole of the boot. The boot (3) is fitted to the boat holder by means of the two fixing knobs.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Upper fixing knob 2 Upper recess The traction boot is correctly fitted when the upper fixing knob (1) has engaged in the recess (2). Fig. 5-8: Mount the boot 4 5.2.4. Fixing the castors 1 Locking lever The four lockable castors ensure the non-slip stand of the product.
5.2.5. Attach the suction cups to the floor Note According to tests on normal, commercially available flooring, PURIST can withstand a traction force of at least 450 N (100 pounds force). The suction cups only function when the following conditions are satisfied: •...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Boom 2 Suction cup 3 Toggle lever Press the boom (1) down firmly. Press down firmly the toggle lever (3) on the suction cup (2). Fig. 5-12: Lock suction cup 1 Suction cup...
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If the suction cup (1) has been attached properly, the loss-of- vacuum indicator (2) on the toggle lever (3) is no longer visible. Make sure that suction cups are functioning correctly by pulling and pushing the PURIST and that they hold the PURIST in position. Fig. 5-14:...
CAUTION Risk of injury The pulling force exerted by PURIST during traction can exceed the adhesion of the operating table to the floor. The operation is delayed or cannot be carried out using the device. Before the operation, ensure that the operating table is adequately fixed to the floor.
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If the adhesion of the suction cups to the floor gives way suddenly, this can result in abrupt movements of the PURIST and the patient. The suction cups only function if they have been cleaned and the surfaces under them are clean have no cracks or gaps.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Locking lever for the pendulum The pendulum is locked in this position. Fig. 5-15: Pendulum locking lever Adjust traction on the traction rail. Reset it if necessary to the initial value. Turn the hand wheel to set the traction on the slider block.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Rotation grip 2 Traction slider block 3 Hand wheel Traction can also be applied by pulling the traction slider block (2) with the rotation grip (1). Grasp the rotation grip with both hands. Pull the traction slider block to the desired measurement.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 5.2.7. Setting the extension 1 Hand wheel 2 Latch 3 Pendulum locking lever 4 Traction rail 5 Pendulum bearing axis 6 Pendulum 7 Gas strut The extension of the patient's leg is set by the vertical movement of the traction rail (4).
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Label with note about direction 2 Label with note about danger 3 Pendulum locking lever Note that the pendulum locking lever (3) is released before the extension is set. Fig. 5-20: Extension controls 2...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Pendulum locking lever The pendulum is locked in this position. Fig. 5-22: Pendulum locking lever CAUTION Risk of injury The setting of the extension has an immediate effect on the position of the patient's leg. Increasing or decreasing the extension could result in injuries to the patient's leg.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 pendulum locking lever Loosen the pendulum locking lever (1) before operating the hand wheel for the extension. Pull up the locking lever (1) and turn a quarter revolution. Leave the locking lever (1) in this position ...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Latch 2 Hand wheel Lower traction rail / raise extension Pull on the latch (1) and turn the hand wheel (2) to lower the traction rail / raise the extension. Raise traction rail / reduce extension The latch (1) must not be pulled to raise the traction rail/reduce the extension.
Only actuate the abduction/adduction in the unloaded state (without patient) when the pendulum is locked. The pendulum must always be locked when the PURIST is not in use. CAUTION Danger of injury from the return movement of the pendulum ...
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Abduction / Adduction lever 2 Release knob Pull the abduction / adduction lever (1) upwards out of the holder and hold fixed. Press the release knob (2). Under load (when already out), the lever must first be pressed before the knob can be pressed (safety function).
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 5.2.9. Setting internal and external rotation of the leg 1 Rotation lever 2 Rotation grip Grasp the rotation grip (2) with both hands. Press with your thumbs on the rotation lever (1) to turn the boot holder containing the foot of the patient.
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PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 1 Scale The rotation can be read off in degrees on the scale (1). Let go of the rotation lever once the movement has been completed. Ensure that the boot holder clicks into place at the desired position.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 5.2.10. Accessory rail 1 Accessory rail 2 Accessory rail Accessory devices can be attached to the accessory rails (1, 2). The accessory rails may only be used for in-house transport and storage of accessories. Fig. 5-32: Accessory rail 5.2.11.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation 5.3. Prepare PURIST for storage following completion of the operation Clean and disinfect PURIST and accessories following the operation. Bring the rotation to the zero position. Bring abduction / adduction to the zero position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / Service Maintenance / Service A list of the available replacement parts and consumables can be obtained from the distributor IOT. 6.1. Important information As with every technical device, this one also requires • proper operation in accordance with this user manual •...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / Service 6.3. Maintenance and service The device contains the following mechanical components that are subject to operational wear: • Castors • Suction cups • Traction drive • Pendulum belt • Guides • Tilt bearing of abduction / adduction •...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / Service Interval Maintenance task Personnel As needed Tighten bolts Medical technician from the user Before each Check device for defects Specialized medical personnel Clean and disinfect the device Specialized medical personnel Clean sealing edges of suction cups...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / Service 6.5.1. Cleaning WARNING Risk of contamination This device is not sent in sterile condition. Please clean and disinfect the device according to the procedures approved by your organization. WARNING Danger of explosion The use of cleaning agents containing alcohol can lead to the formation of ignitable mixtures.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance / Service 6.5.2. Disinfection The methods used for disinfecting must comply with the valid legal provisions and guidelines for disinfecting and for prevention of explosions. Do not use any corrosives, solvents or gas-forming disinfecting agents. WARNING...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Transport, storage, and disposal Transport, storage, and disposal 7.1. Decontamination before sending WARNING Danger of contamination After usage, medical devices can contain germs and represent a contamination hazard. Prior to transport, the user must clean and disinfect the device according to the procedures authorized by his organization.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Transport, storage, and disposal 7.2. Transport The product has to be disassembled before transportation. Disassembling of the product has to be carried out in reverse order of the assembling order according chapter 4.3. ATTENTION Danger of damage The height setting device may tilt over when the star knob is loosened before removing the pendulum.
For this reason, this product may not be disposed of in ordinary industrial or household waste. Dispose of the individual component parts separately. IOT, as distributor, will provide you with support regarding proper disposal, if necessary. SUP_7.036_Rev01 74 (80)
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Technical Data Technical Data 8.1. Technical data of the PURIST Leg Positioning System Designation or name Nominal values Service life, years General information Length, mm/in. 1100/43.31 Width (suction cups in – out), mm/in. 500 - 1000/19.69 - 39.37 Height, mm/in.
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Technical Data 8.2. Setting ranges (nominal values) METRIC Resolution 4 mm /hand wheel Height setting of traction rail from floor 1015 mm revolution, no resolution, +200 mm continuous 15 mm /hand wheel Traction revolution, no +132 mm...
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Components and accessory parts Components and accessory parts Only use accessories on the PURIST Leg Positioning System that have been officially approved by ADSM. Contact IOT for any questions. Order Designation Description (Common Name) Category number Chassis...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PURIST Accessories 10. Accessories Operating instructions for accessories are included with the respective accessory. SUP_7.036_Rev01 78 (80)
PURIST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Revision 11. Revision Version Release Date Company Reason for Change Rev01 15/10/2020 ADSM Creation SUP_7.036_Rev01 79 (80)
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