Important Information Save this user manual. This user manual contains important safety and operating instructions for this equipment. Throughout this user manual, the words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE are used to highlight important information. : WARNING information identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury WARNING : CAUTION information identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage to CAUTION...
Intended Use and Benefits The equipment described in this user manual is intended for use by a professional surgeon, in a surgical procedure. The equipment is intended to efficiently drill, ream, bur or cut bone and hard tissue. The equipment is also intended to drive wires and pins into bone. There are no known contraindications.
Symbols Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning Refer to the user manual Only for use by a physician Single-use only Do not immerse Refer to the user manual Dispose of in accordance for the duty cycle with local regulations Drive in the direction Suitable for recycling indicated Normal mode...
Reprocessing - Sterilisable Equipment These reprocessing instructions are suitable for the sterilisable equipment described in this user manual. • All Handpieces • All Attachments • SB-xxx - Sterile Battery • AS-xxx - Aseptic Shield • V-AH-xxx - Aseptic Housing Limitations on reprocessing Repeated processing as specified in these instructions has minimal effect on this equipment.
Detergents and Rinse Aids for use on Batteries : the choice of detergent or rinse aid, and the manner in which they are used, is critical WARNING to sustaining the reliability of the equipment. Failure to follow the instructions given in this user manual may cause premature failure of the equipment and may compromise patient safety.
Cleaning and Disinfection Manual Cleaning • Remove all attachments and accessories and wash them separately. • Dispose of single-use accessories in accordance with local guidelines. Manual cleaning should only be carried out where an automatic washer-disinfector is not available, or in order to remove large contaminant deposits. Manual cleaning should be conducted in a dedicated area, by trained personnel who are wearing protective clothing, for example: gloves, a waterproof apron, and goggles or a visor.
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Automatic Cleaning • Remove large contaminant deposits by manual cleaning. • Remove all attachments and accessories and wash them separately. • Dispose of single-use accessories in accordance with local guidelines. An automatic washer-disinfector, capable of meeting the relevant national and international cleaning and disinfection standards (such as, ISO 15883 or HTM 2030), should be used.
3. Remove the disinfected equipment from the washer-disinfector and place the equipment in a clean area. : ensure the equipment has been sufficiently dried. Check cannulations, blind holes CAUTION and recesses for moisture. 4. Remove any washing spacers and end caps, if fitted. 5.
Sterilisation of Handpieces and Accessories : these sterilisation instructions are not suitable for sterilisable batteries CAUTION : ensure that aseptic battery housings are open, with the open side facing down CAUTION Steam Sterilisation Using a Wire Sterilisation Case Exposure Time and Minimum Drying Cycle Temperature...
Sterilisation of Sterilisable Batteries Steam Sterilisation : aseptic batteries (AB-xxx) are not suitable for sterilisation CAUTION : high temperature can affect the performance and life of a battery. The specified drying CAUTION times should not be exceeded. : ensure that sterile batteries are fitted to the holder in the sterilisation container. The CAUTION contacts should be facing downwards to allow any liquid to drain away freely.
Storage To preserve sterility, wrap the sterilised equipment with a suitable material, capable of presenting a barrier to micro-organisms and particulate contamination. Point of Use (after reprocessing) : do not operate this equipment while it is still warm from reprocessing CAUTION : this equipment should not be placed in a refrigerator or similar CAUTION...
Configuring a Handpiece Selecting the Mode : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories Slide the mode selector to choose the required mode. V-MBU-470 Normal mode SAFE...
Using Attachments Fitting an Attachment : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories : all attachments are fitted in the same way NOTE...
Removing an Attachment : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Holding both the attachment and the handpiece, rotate the release ring clockwise. 2.
Fitting a Bur Guard : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Place the bur guard onto the attachment. 2. Rotate the bur guard clockwise to lock it in place. : this procedure applies to the V-BU-472 NOTE...
Removing a Bur Guard : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Rotate the bur guard anti-clockwise to unlock. 2. Pull the bur guard away from the handpiece : this procedure applies to the V-BU-472 NOTE...
Using a Wire or Pin Driver : if the wire is to be removed from the surgical site, ensure the wire is wiped clean before CAUTION inserting into the attachment : if the wire or pin protrudes from the rear of the tool, a wire guard must be fitted WARNING : do not use bent wires CAUTION...
Using Accessories Fitting and Removing a Rotary Cutter : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories To secure or release the accessory, adjust the chuck according to the chuck type. Chuck Type Adjustment Instructions Keyed...
Fitting and Removing a Small Reciprocating Blade : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Rotate the blade clamp anti-clockwise using the wrench. 2.
Fitting a Sagittal Blade (Knob-release) : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. With the blade clamp in the open position, insert the blade. 2.
Removing a Sagittal Blade (Knob-release) : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Pull the blade clamp down and unscrew, anti-clockwise. 2. Lift and remove the blade. : this procedure applies to the V-NU-470 NOTE...
Fitting and Removing a Sagittal Blade (Manual-release) : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Using the blade clamp tool, rotate the blade clamp anti-clockwise. 2.
Fitting and Removing a Bur : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories : never run the handpiece with the locking sleeve in the unlocked position. CAUTION : when using a bur attachment, always use a bur guard CAUTION...
Fitting a Wire or Pin (V-WU-470 & V-PU-470) : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories : if the wire is to be removed from the surgical site, ensure the wire is wiped clean before CAUTION inserting into the attachment : do not grip the lever while adjusting the wire position...
Fitting a Wire or Pin (V-WU-471) : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories : if the wire is to be removed from the surgical site, ensure the wire is wiped clean before CAUTION inserting into the attachment : do not grip the lever while adjusting the wire position...
Fitting a Wire or Pin Guard : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories : do not use bent wires CAUTION 1. Slide the wire guard over the end of the wire at the rear of the handpiece. 2.
Powering the Handpiece : ensure the handpiece is set to SAFE mode before attempting to change the handpiece WARNING configuration, and before fitting or removing attachments and accessories 1. Slide the battery onto the base of the handpiece until it clicks into place. 2.
Technical and Ordering Information Handpiece Specifications Model V-MBU-470 Part no. 1292444 0 - 1350 rpm Speed 0 - 270 rpm Cannulation Diameter 4.2 mm Protection Type Type BF protection Enclosure Protection IP69 Intermittent - 2 minutes on / 8 minutes off, 4 times with a 2 Mode of Operation hour cooling period Environmental Conditions...
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Reamer Attachments All reamer attachments have a speed range of 0 - 350 rpm. Model Description Capacity Cannulation (mm) Part No. V-RU-470 Keyed 0.5 - 7.4 mm 18820 V-RU-470 AO Synthes 18830 V-RU-470 Hudson/Zimmer 18840 Other Attachments Model Description Speed Blade / Capacity Part No.
Power Accessories Battery Systems Small batteries are recommended for light use applications and for when a larger battery is not practical. Medium batteries are recommended for applications where low weight or small size are important. Large batteries are recommended for applications where long duration or high power are important.
Battery Charger The BC-700 can be used, with various interchangeable charging adaptors, to charge a range of De Soutter Medical batteries. Alternatively, a dedicated single station charger is available for use with the 700 Series batteries. Model Battery Type Bays Part No.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Handpiece does not Battery is discharged Charge the battery Battery is expended Replace the battery Power supply fuses have tripped Replace the fuses Handpiece runs Battery is discharged Charge the battery slowly or judders Small battery is being used Use a larger battery Both triggers are pressed when Ensure only one trigger is...
Further Help If the problem cannot be resolved, or for any other queries, contact your De Soutter Medical representative. Service and Repair Information All equipment should be periodically checked and cleaned. To minimise the risks associated with loss of performance, annual servicing is recommended for normal use. Due to the specialist techniques used in the manufacture and maintenance of De Soutter Medical equipment, user servicing is not possible.
EMC Information General Information The equipment described in this user manual is intended for use in hospitals, except near areas where the potential for EM disturbances is high (such as, near HF Surgical equipment or near the shielded room of an MRI system). : the use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in CAUTION improper operation.
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United Kingdom De Soutter Medical Limited Halton Brook Business Park Weston Road Aston Clinton Aylesbury Bucks, HP22 5WF +44 (0) 1296 634 000 +44 (0) 1296 634 033 info@de-soutter.com http://www.de-soutter.com Australia France De Soutter Medical Australia Pty Ltd De Soutter Medical France 2/12-14 Apollo Drive 1252 Avenue Parc des Expositions Hallam...
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