1 Using this operating manual Using this operating manual This operating manual is part of the device. BOWA-electronic GmbH & Co. KG assume no liability nor provide any warranty whatsoever for any damage or consequential damage arising from non-compliance with this operating manual.
Death or serious injuries WARNING Possible risk Death or serious injuries CAUTION Possible risk Minor injuries NOTE Possible risk Property damage 1.2.3. Tips Tips to make your work easier or supplementary explanatory information for a procedure. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Result of preceding activity • List (first level) • List (second level) Emphasis Emphasis ..., see section xxx, Cross reference page xxx 1.2.5. Symbols on packaging Icon/ Labeling Meaning Manufacturer Comply with operating instruction MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
The ligature instruments are intended to be used with the bipolar ligation operating mode. They are intended to be used in connection with the ligation program of BOWA ARC generators. Do not use the ligation instruments if, in the opinion of a experienced physician or according to current professional...
In case of cleaning in an ultrasound bath or manual precleaning, there is a risk of infection due to water spray and vapors: Wear a face mask and protective clothing. Adequate ventilation is recommended. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
The HF cable may cause interference to imagery on monitors: Never route the HF cable alongside a camera cable. Do not lay the HF cable in loops. Consult the operating manuals of the BOWA HF generators for additional information on interference with other devices. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
Dirty electrodes may cause a short circuit, thereby resulting in functional failure of the ligation instrument. Clean the jaw electrodes regularly with a moist cloth. 2.2.4. Repairs and servicing Do not repair or service defective devices: Discard or replace defective devices. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
Ensure that the pacemaker does not come into contact with the HF electrode. Keep a fully operational defibrillator within reach Carry out a postoperative pacemaker check. Pos: 5 /679-BOWA/HF-Instrumente/Ligator "TissueSeal und TissueSeal Plus"/03. Funktionsweise @ 5\mod_1291718350323_6.doc @ 46097 @ 1 TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
The jaws can be opened and closed by actuating the handle. A ratchet mechanism in the handle provides reproducible mechanical pressure on the electrode tips when the handle is closed. Pos: 6 /679-BOWA/HF-Instrumente/Ligator "NightKNIFE"/04.Montage @ 5\mod_1277985233074_6.doc @ 40636 @ 1 MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
Assembling the ligation instrument With TissueSeal: plug the disposable electrode tip A1 onto the holder for jaw B2. Connect the HF cable C to the cable connector B3 and check that it is attached securely. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
18) and prepared (see section 7, page 25). WARNING Risk of patient injury! Use only approved BOWA ARC generators with ligation capability (see section 8, page 40). Use only genuine HF cables. Use only suitable products and accessories as described in the system overview.
Maintain sufficient distance between the tips of the instrument and sensitive tissue structures, such as the pancreas or intestine. Ensure that hot ligation instruments are not used for preparation. Do not lay the ligation instrument on the patient. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
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• An alternating acoustic signal indicates the end of the sealing process. Release the foot switch to stop the supply of power. Using the handle B, open the jaws A. The tissue is coagulated. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
A are clean and not worn out. 5.3. Withdrawal WARNING Risk of patient injury due to damaged or broken-off parts! Check the ligation instrument after each use. All parts must be present. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
A1 if the electrodes are damaged. With TissueSeal PLUS: replace the ligation instrument if the electrodes are damaged. Prepare the ligation instrument after use (see section 7, page 25). Pos: 9 /679-BOWA/HF-Instrumente/Ligator "NightKNIFE"/06.Demontage @ 5\mod_1277986204902_6.doc @ 40710 @ 1 MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
Disconnect the HF cable C from the handle B. With TissueSeal: remove the disposable electrodes A1 from the handle B. Pos: 11 /679-BOWA/HF-Instrumente/Ligator "TissueSeal und TissueSeal Plus"/07. Aufbereitung @ 5\mod_1291704309651_6.doc @ 46021 @ 1223222222222 TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Observe the applicable national legal regulations and the hygiene regulations of the hospital or clinic. BOWA-electronic GmbH & Co. KG assumes no warranty for malfunction of the ligation instruments in connection with disinfectants or the method used, including the effectiveness of the disinfectant.
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Soaking • Dismantling • Pretreatment in an ultrasonic bath • Manual removal of contamination • Automatic preparation in a CDM • Inspection • Packing • Autoclaving • Storage • Functional test in the operating room TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Never clean the HF cable in an ultrasonic bath. NOTE Risk of material damage to the ligation instrument from scouring agents and metal brushes! Never use scouring products to clean the ligation instrument. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
CE mark. The disinfectant used for soaking is intended solely for personal protection and does not replace subsequent disinfection. 7.2. Dismantling Dismantle the ligation instrument (see section 6, page 24). TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Use suitable cleaning and disinfection products for ultrasonic cleaning (see section 7.11, page 39). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions with regard to the concentration and exposure time of the cleaning and disinfection products. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
7 Preparation 7.3. Manual removal of contamination The TissueSeal PLUS ligation instrument is described as an example in this section. Open the jaw A. HINWEIS Risk of material damage to the ligation instrument from metal brushes! Always use a plastic brush to clean the ligation instrument.
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Using a plastic brush and a steam jet cleaner, remove contamination from the top and bottom outer surfaces of the jaws A and the electrode surfaces A2. Rinsing After pre-cleaning, rinse all parts of the instrument thoroughly with fully demineralized or distilled water. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
Sterile water or water with a low microorganism count (max. 10 germs/ml) and low endotoxin count (max. 0.25 endotoxin units per ml) is used for rinsing. • Drying air is filtered. • The CDM is serviced and tested at regular intervals. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
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The chemicals that are used are compatible with the instrument components (see section 7.11, page 39). • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions with regard to the concentration and exposure time of the cleaning and disinfection products. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
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After the program is finished, remove the instrument components from the CDM. NOTE Risk of handle damage due to compressed air! Restrict compressed air pressure to 3 bar or less for handle drying. Use filtered compressed air to dry the instrument components. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Risk of patient burns with brittle or defective insulation! Replace instrument components with damaged insulation. Jaw insert Check the ratchet B1 for ease of motion. Check the jaw holder B2 and the cable connector B3 for damage and corrosion. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
(resistant to temperatures up to 137 °C, with sufficient steam permeability) • Serviced at regular intervals (sterilization container) Pack the ligation instrument in a suitable disposable sterilization package and/or a suitable sterilization container. Sterilization in the transportation packaging is not allowed. TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Minimum sterilization time 20 minutes at 121 °C or 5 minutes at 132 or 134 °C Using the less effective gravitation method must be secured by means of additional validation (longer sterilization times may be necessary). MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
The shipping box is not intended for storing the device. Storage conditions: Temperature: –20 to +50 °C Relative humidity: 0 to 75%, non-condensing Atmospheric pressure: 500–1600 mbar TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN...
Test the ligation instrument for proper operation (see section 7.5, page 35). 7.11. Recommended operating supplies BOWA recommends the use of neutral to slightly alkaline cleaning agents or cleaning and disinfection agents free from potentially harmful ingredients. Alcoholic and/or aldehydic ingredients may be permissible, depending on the concentration.
Infection hazard To avoid spreading germs and infections, disinfect the instrument before it leaves the hospital or surgical practice. Always dispose of medical products, packaging materials and accessories in accordance with applicable national regulations and statutes. MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
10 System overview 10.2. TissueSeal PLUS Order from your specialist dealer 760-123 Handle • 760-119 ..• 760-123 ..• 760-128 ..HF cable • 378-045 ..=== Ende der Liste für Textmarke Inhalt === MN031-443-S0-20110112-EN TissueSeal / TissueSeal PLUS...
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