Verathon BFlex 2 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 10

WARNING
Two areas of the bronchoscope tip that contact the patient can exceed 41°C (106°F) as part of normal
operation:
The first area is the light‑emitting area surrounding the camera in the tip. When used as indicated,
continuous contact with this area is unlikely because, if tissue were to contact this area, a usable view
would be lost. Devices would then need to be adjusted to regain the working distance needed for a
usable view.
The second area is the area of the tip that surrounds the camera, but is out of its field of view.
Continuous contact with this area is unlikely because the product is typically not held stationary for an
extended period of time, and because there is normally a small clearance between the area and the
adjacent tissue.
To prevent thermal damage, such as a burn to the mucosal tissue, avoid prolonged, continuous contact
with these areas of the bronchoscope tip.
WARNING
Do not use this system to deliver highly flammable anaesthetic gases to the patient. Such use may
result in patient injury.
WARNING
When using suction, limit the vacuum level to 85 kPa (638 mmHg) or less. Higher vacuum levels may
make it difficult to cut off suction if required.
WARNING
Do not use active endoscopic components such as laser probes or electrosurgical devices with this
system. Such use may result in injury to the patient or damage to the system.
WARNING
Do not introduce accessories that exceed the maximum accessory width shown in the Product
Specifications section or on the package label of the bronchoscope.
WARNING
Do not advance the bronchoscope while endoscopic accessories extend out of the opening in the distal
tip. The resulting accessory movements may result in patient injury.
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