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Microlight ML 830 Operating Manual

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MICROLIGHT ML 830 LASER SYSTEM
CAUTION: Federal (or United States) Law restricts this Device to sale by or on
the order of a Licensed Clinician.
CAUTION: Laser Radiation. Avoid Direct Eye Exposure. Do Not Stare into
Laser Beam.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation on exposure.
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Lit001/Rev.F
OPERATING GUIDE
See U. S. Patent No. 5,464,436
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2935 Highland Lakes Drive
Missouri City, Texas 77459
281-433-4648
CUSTOMER SERVICE: (713) 520-0668
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2007 MicroLight Corporation of America All rights reserved.
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No reproduction in any form without express written consent

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  • Page 1 See U. S. Patent No. 5,464,436 ICRO IGHT ORPORATION OF MERICA 2935 Highland Lakes Drive Missouri City, Texas 77459 281-433-4648 CUSTOMER SERVICE: (713) 520-0668 2007 MicroLight Corporation of America All rights reserved. Lit001/Rev.F No reproduction in any form without express written consent...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MICROLIGHT ML 830 LASER SYSTEM OPERATING GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION Page Number Please read Please read Warning and Safety Instructions in this Operating Guide. Warning and Safety Instructions in this Operating Guide. Introduction ..................1 Components..................1 Warnings and Safety Instructions............2 Setting Up the Recharger ..............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Welcome to the MicroLight Corporation's ML 830 Laser System. This Operating Guide will lead you through the steps for operating the ML 830 . Please proceed through this Guide by following the steps in sequence. COMPONENTS The ML 830 Laser System comes with the following components.

  • Page 4: Warnings And Safety Instructions

    WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before you begin using your ML 830 Laser or the Recharger, read these important warnings and safety instructions. For your own safety and that of your equipment, take note of the following: DANGER DANGER LASER LASER...

  • Page 5: Setting Up The Recharger

    If your equipment is exposed to rain or any other excessive moisture. If your equipment is dropped or the Recharger case is damaged. If you suspect that your Recharger need s repair or service. Whenever the Recharger is not in use. Whenever power surges are expected, such as during thunderstorms or power outages.

  • Page 6: Testing The Power Output

    TESTING THE POWER OUTPUT Connect the rechargeable battery to the ML 830 Laser probe by carefully threading the battery onto the threaded end of the laser probe. (Be careful not to strip the threads.) Thread th e battery until resistance is felt then tighten one-half turn.
  • Page 7 Notch & Register Pin Figure 4 Note the LED meter reading. Output is measured in milliwatts (mW). The meter should read 90mW(+/-10%). Activate the laser's annular or tactile (on-off) switch (Figure 5). [The switch is located beneath the black vinyl area on the laser probe which surrounds the entire probe.] By gently squeezing, the switch will be activated, turning the power on.

  • Page 8: Charging The Batteries

    CHARGING THE BATTERIES Carefully unscrew the battery from the laser probe unit (Figure 6), Rechargeable Battery Figure 6 Carefully thread the battery onto one of the battery mounts (Figure 7), but only until finger tight. Figure 7 NOTE: Batteries should each be charged at least twelve (12) hours before initial use or after long periods of nonuse.
  • Page 9 Indicator lights Figure 8 Note the Illuminated Indicator lights on the left of the battery mount (Figure 8). The "CHARGE"Indicator Illuminates when the battery is being charged. If the battery is left attached to the battery mount, the battery will continue to be charged at low current.

  • Page 10: Operating The Laser

    MicroLight provides a remote interlock for use in those rare situations where the operator wishes to terminate the emission of low-level laser energy when a door or portal into the area of usage is opened. Call your Microlight dealer for assistance on this module.

  • Page 11: Principles Of Operation

    The meter should read 90 mW (+ /- 10%). If the value is within the limits the unit is ready for use. The ML 830 Laser is programmed with an "automatic" laser activation cycle of 33 seconds. Once the switch is depressed the laser automatically stays on for 33 seconds or until the switch is lightly depressed again.

  • Page 12: Indications For Use

    Only recharging of batteries and periodic verification of power output are to be performed the user. The ML 830 laser probe generally will require a recharge of batteries after about 50 - 100 cycles. The unit will continue to output the proper milliwatts of power to the point of depletion;...

  • Page 13: Contraindications

    Class IIIb laser that poses a significant potential for eye damage if the laser is directed toward the unprotected eye. Protective glasses are provided with the ML 830 Laser System and must be worn by patients and operators.

  • Page 14: Treatment Regimen

    TREATMENT REGIMEN: The laser probe should be placed directly over the area to be treated with the "notch" on the laser head at the 12 o'clock position. Activate the black switch on the laser probe. All lasers are activated first by depressing the switch by gently squeezing.

  • Page 15: Technical Information

    (or some other certified and reliable measuring device) to measure each censor and make any necessary calibration at that time. Contact MicroLight for the name, address, and telephone number of such an authorized person. Page 13 of 16...

  • Page 16: Limited Warranty

    General In the unlikely event your ML 830 Laser is returned for manufacturing defects, please attach your name, address, telephone number and a copy of your Bill of Sale. Return the product with transportation charges prepaid to our Customer Service Office.
  • Page 17 Appendix A ML 830 Laser Treatment Protocol for CTS Dose per treatment point: 9 joules (0.99 joule/laser diode x 3 diodes x 3 cycles) Number of treatment points 4 points (wrist and palm area) Treatment Intervals: 3 times / week...
  • Page 18 The ML 830 Laser Probe should be applied as follows: 1. Place the Laser Probe to the area to be treated. 2. Activate the Laser beam by depressing the switch (beneath the black vinyl area on the laser which surrounds the entire circumference of the laser probe).

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