Modifying the FL400 settings (ARveo 8) Excitation intensity Fluorescence visibility Operation Operating Range Limits for FL400 Preoperative checklist Using the Leica FL400 for M530 Care and maintenance Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Product identification In this user manual the functions of the Leica FL400 for M530 are described. For information and description of the Leica surgical The model and serial numbers of your product is located on the side microscope, please refer to the user manual of the particular and top of the Leica FL400 for M530 filter module.
The Leica FL400 for M530 serves as a fluorescence excitation light system in conjunction with an approved tumor-selective substance (Gliolan = 5-ALA = 5-aminolaevulinic acid) for tissue characterization in The type label is located on the side of the Leica FL400 for M530 open neurosurgery. filter module.
Leica FL400 user/ surgeon profile. Design The Leica FL400 for M530 is an accessory for the Leica M530 surgical microscope. 4.2.1 Optics carrier with Leica FL400 for M530...
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In all presets, key (4) releases all brakes. This key cannot be configured. For the joystick and the other keys presets are available according to your task. Magni- Working Magni- cation distance cation Selected brakes Selected brakes Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Select the "Fluorescence FL400" user preset button (3). NOTE The FL400 user presets are only available if the FL400 accessory is enabled in the accessory list of your Leica Surgical Microscope. If not, please get in contact with your local Leica Service.
“ON/OFF“ button (1) on the left handle. NOTE no function Do not change the settings or edit the user list when the Left Handle microscope is in direct use on a patient. The FL400 mode is automatically stopped when modifying the settings. FL400 function no function Press the joystick to the left: The main page for “Fluorescence FL400”...
Get current settings Creating your own FL400 user On the page “Main > Fluorescence FL400” for both white light and You can create and save your own FL400 settings according to your FL400 modes, a “Show Settings” button can be found.
Select the desired function you wish to assign. In this example it would be: "FL400 Mode On/Off". Click on a free or assigned caption of the desired button on the handle to assign the selected function to it. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
After adapting the user settings, you can save your changes under a Select "User Settings". new username. Select the "FL" tab to set the brightness in FL400 mode to an adequate level. Recommended and default brightness level is 100%. In the "User settings" menu tap on "Save" (1) and then on "Save as New"...
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Please refer to the user settings chapter in the manual of your respective surgical microscope for detailed instructions on how to set or change passwords. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Choose between different surgeon profiles from the "wheel". surgeon profiles and presets is displayed. The Leica FL400 user can chose a surgeon profile for which the If more than 5 profiles have been defined, the user can rotate Leica FL400 profile has already been defined or choose the FL400 through all defined and activated profiles by dragging with their preset profiles _Tumor or _Tumor+IGS.
"_Tumor" or "_Tumor+IGS". point. The following warning screen appears: Press "OK" (1). The selected profile is shown on the "Live Screen" page. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Tap the "Surgeon Settings" icon (2). Press on "Right" for the right handle configuration screen. The "Surgeon Settings" page is displayed: Predefined factory settings of the right handle are displayed: Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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FL400 mode activation is a prerequisite to enable Leica FL400 functionality on the microscope. The following steps show how the Leica FL400 function can be assigned to a button i.e., on the left handle. The preset for FL400 can be used to quickly assign the FL400 functionality to a predefined handle button (see chapter 6.1.2 "Creating a new surgeon profile from an existing surgeon...
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Press "Back" to return to the "Options" page. This process can also be used for any of the buttons to which you wish to assign any other function. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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Select the desired function (1) and apply with Confirm (2). The selected function is displayed in the selection field. The selections are identical to those for the handles with the exception of the brakes. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Adapt the "Excitation" setting using the slider (5). Press "Back" (6). If the excitation setting was modified, the "Save Surgeon Setting" is displayed: Tap the "Surgeon Settings" icon (2). The "Surgeon Settings" page is displayed: Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
The fluorescence visibility can decrease even with standard conditions if the efficiency of the illumination system is reduced or the xenon bulb lifetime reaches its end. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
Switch on the illumination used for FL400. Activate FL400. For more information about the pre-operational check of the surgical microscope, refer to the Surgical Microscope user manual. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
FL400 user/ surgeon profile. The status LED on the swing arm of the particular surgical microscope is illuminated in blue if the FL400 mode is active (on all surgical microscopes), and white if switched back to white- light mode (M530 OHX only.
Please do not dispose waste electrical and electronic equipment in household trash. For care and maintenance of the Leica FL400 for M530, please refer to the user manual of the particular surgical microscope. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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If the active bulb is used over a long time and its reaching a critical age you receive the recommendation to exchange the bulb(s): Check the life time of the bulb(s) and replace the bulb(s) if the efficiency is too low. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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Lamp brightness low limit reached. ARveo 8 - defective lamp 2 alert Replace the lamp. Exchange the defective bulb with a new one before your next case. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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If electrically operated functions do not work properly, always check these points first: • Is the power switch switched on? • Are the power cables attached correctly? • Are all connecting cables attached correctly? Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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• HD C100 FL400 scene file settings: check with Leica Service • GLOW800 image enhancement in video settings for FL400 mode: check with Leica Service • ARveo 8 FL400 camera settings: see ARveo 8 manual. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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500 mbar to 1060 mbar atmospheric pressure Transport –30 °C to +70 °C –86°F to +158 °F 10 % to 100 % rel. humidity 500 mbar to 1060 mbar atmospheric pressure Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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12 Manufacturer's declaration of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) For the EMC declaration of the Leica FL400 for M530, please refer to the user manual of the particular surgical microscope. Leica FL400 for M530 / Ref. 10 744 764 / Version 04...
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