Contents 1 General information ..............5 1.1 User instructions ..............5 1.2 Signal words ................5 1.3 Conventions throughout this document ........5 1.4 Manufacturer ................6 1.5 Reporting serious incidents ............ 6 2 Safety information ..............7 2.1 Intended use ................7 2.2 General warnings and cautions ..........
• If the required instructions for use are missing, immediately contact an Olympus representative. • Keep the instructions for use in a safe, accessible location. 1.2 Signal words The following signal words are used throughout this document.
Elements in the graphical user interface can be: - buttons - menu items - dialog elements 1.4 Manufacturer Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH Kuehnstr. 61 22045 Hamburg Germany 1.5 Reporting serious incidents If a serious incident occurs with the device, report it to the...
Safety information 2 Safety information 2.1 Intended use The pressure reducers are accessories and must only be used in conjunction with the compatible argon plasma coagulation unit APU-300. • Observe the instructions for use of the compatible argon plasma coagulation unit APU-300 (WA90004W, WA90004J, WA90004C) regarding: - Intended use - Contraindications...
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• Before use, inspect the pressure reducer for damage. Especially inspect the following: - The O-ring in the gas cylinder coupling screw (only for WA94041A, WA94042A, WA94045A). - The gas hose. • Do not use a damaged pressure reducer.
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Compatible pressure reducer Using an incompatible pressure reducer can result in injury to the user and the medical personnel. • Only use a compatible Olympus pressure reducer as mentioned in the chapter “Product description” on page 11. NOTICE No lubricants...
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Safety information NOTICE Supply pressure of an argon gas cylinder A supply pressure of the argon gas cylinder that exceeds 250 bar (3625 psi), as displayed on the pressure gauge of the pressure reducer, can damage the pressure reducer. • Make sure that the supply pressure does not exceed 250 bar (3625 psi).
3 Product description 3.1 Scope of delivery • Before use, check that all items listed below are available. • Contact an Olympus representative or an authorized service center if any items are missing or damaged. - Pressure reducer with pressure sensor cable...
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Product description Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation Follow instructions for use Fragile, handle with care Indicates the range of humidity CE marking indicating that the to which the medical device can device is in conformity with the be safely exposed applicable requirements set out in applicable European Union harmonisation legislation.
Depending on the country or region where the pressure reducer is used it distinguishes by the design of the gas cylinder coupling screw including the nut. 3.4.1 For southern and central Europe (not Italy) – WA94041A Figure 3.2 Pressure reducer with connector according to DIN 477-6 3.4.2 For northern Europe –...
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Product description 3.4.3 For the USA and the Americas – WA94043A Figure 3.4 Pressure reducer with connector according to CGA 580 3.4.4 For the UK and others – WA94044A Figure 3.5 Pressure reducer with connector according to BS 341-3...
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Product description 3.4.5 For Japan – WA94045A Figure 3.6 Pressure reducer with connector according to JIS B8246 3.4.6 For France – WA94046A Figure 3.7 Pressure reducer with connector according to ISO 5145 No. 4...
Product description 3.5 Warranty Any warranty claims towards Olympus are forfeited if the user or unauthorized persons attempt repair or modification of the product. No warranty is provided for any damage due to misuse of the product.
• Check all markings on the product for clear visibility. • Check the O-ring inside the gas cylinder coupling screw for damage (only for WA94041A, WA94042A, WA94045A). 4.2 Mounting the pressure reducer 1. Remove the protective cover from the argon gas cylinder.
Installation and deinstallation 4.3 Dismounting the pressure reducer 1. Make sure that the cylinder valve is completely closed. 2. Make sure that the gas hose and the pressure sensor are disconnected from the APU-300. 3. Make sure that the remaining gas in the pressure reducer has been released completely.
Details of the annual safety check are described in the maintenance manual for the APU-300. • Contact the local Olympus representative to make sure to have the latest version of the maintenance manual available. Alternatively, the pressure reducers can be sent to an authorized service center where the annual safety check is done.
6 Repair, shipment and disposal 6.1 Repair There is no repair service. • Do not send the product to Olympus for repair. • Do not attempt to repair or modify the product. 6.2 Shipment When sending products to an authorized service center note the following.
Compatible equipment 7 Compatible equipment The pressure reducers are accessories and must only be used in conjunction with the compatible argon plasma coagulation unit APU-300. • Observe the instructions for use of the APU-300 regarding the compatible equipment.
Outlet pressure Operating pressure P2 ..........4 bar/58 psi Gas type ............Argon 4.8 (99.998%) Connection standard for cylinder outlet/pressure reducer inlet WA94041A ..............DIN 477-6 WA94042A ..............DIN 477-10 WA94043A ..............CGA 580 WA94044A ..............BS 341-3 WA94045A ..............JIS B 8246 WA94046A ............
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Technical data Storage conditions Temperature ........–25 to 60 °C (–13 to 140 °F) Relative humidity ............10 to 85% Transport conditions Temperature ........–25 to 60 °C (–13 to 140 °F) Relative humidity ............10 to 85%...
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