Active Accessories; Fire / Explosion Hazards - Bovie AARON 2250 Service Manual

Active Accessories

WARNINGS:
Shock Hazard - Do not connect wet accessories to the generator.
Shock Hazard - Ensure that all accessories and adapters are correctly connected and that no
metal is exposed.
CAUTIONS:
Accessories must be connected to the proper receptacle type. In particular, bipolar accessories
must be connected to the Bipolar Instrument receptacle only. Improper connection may result in
inadvertent generator activation.
Set power levels to the lowest setting before testing an accessory.
NOTICE:
During bipolar electrosurgery, do not activate the generator until the forceps have made contact
with the patient. Product damage may occur.

Fire / Explosion Hazards

WARNINGS:
Explosion Hazard – Do not install the generator in the presence of flammable anesthetics, gases,
liquids, or objects.
Fire Hazard – Do not place active accessories near or in contact with flammable materials (such
as gauze or surgical drapes). Electrosurgical accessories that are activated or hot from use can
cause a fire. Use a holster to hold electrosurgical accessories safely away from personnel and
flammable materials.
Fire Hazard – Do not use extension cords.
Fire Hazard – For continued protection against fire hazard, replace fuses only with fuses of the
same type and rating as the original fuse.
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