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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Touch the CONFIRM button to reset the inflation time
NOTE:
Touching the CANCEL button to keep the existing
inflation time
OPERATION
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Physician's Decision:
Physician's discretion will be used to determine the following:
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What pressure set-point to use
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How long to apply the tourniquet cuff
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When to inflate the tourniquet cuff
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Patient Preparation:
Prepare the patient in accordance with your established procedures and manufacturer's cuff utilization
instructions. Ensure that the chosen tourniquet cuff's specified maximum pressure is greater than the
pressure set point to use. The Precautions In Use detailed under Section 1 General Information, as well
as the following, are offered as a guide to assist in this process
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In most cases, a tourniquet cuff should be applied to the widest part of the limb to allow as much tissue
as possible to lie between the cuff and any nerves or vascular structures susceptible to damage
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The optimum positions are the upper arm and the proximal third of the thigh
3
Turning the Unit ON:
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Press the ON/STANDBY button to turn on the unit. Refer to Automatic Diagnostic and Calibration
Checks under Section 2 Operating Instructions
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Successful completion of the self-check and calibration check indicates that the unit is ready for use
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Connect the PTS ii hose assembly and a Delfi cuff or a tourniquet cuff with Positive Locking connector
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