INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Bovie® DERM 941/942. Please visually check the unit to ensure that damage did not occur during shipment and that all standard items are included. If there are any discrepancies, please contact Bovie® at +1 800-251-3000. For the latest user information and technical bulletins, visit www.BovieMedical.com.
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This occurs when electrosurgical current seeks a path to the return electrode that includes the skin-to-skin contact point. Current passing through small skin-to-skin contact points is concentrated and may cause a burn. This is true for grounded, ground referenced, and isolated output generators. Bovie Medical Corporation...
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• In addition, place patient return electrodes according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Potential for alternate site burns increases if the return electrode is compromised. Bovie recommends the use of split return electrodes and Bovie generators with a contact quality monitoring system.
Apparent low output or failure of the Bovie® DERM 941/942 to function correctly at the normal operating settings may indicate faulty application of the neutral electrode or poor contact in its connections.
CATALOG NUMBERS The Bovie® DERM 941/942 has 2 models – A941 and A942: DERM 941™ Monopolar mode only unit, with 110 VAC Hospital-grade power cord DERM 942™ Monopolar & Bipolar modes unit, with 110 VAC Hospital-grade power cord APPLICATION SPECIFICATION Description •...
INSPECTING THE DESICCATOR AND ACCESSORIES Before each use of the Bovie® DERM 941/942, verify that the unit and all accessories are in good working order: • Inspect for damage to the desiccator and all its connections.
Figure 1 SETUP PROCEDURES 1. Mount the Bovie® DERM 941/942 on the wall or optional mobile stand using the standard mounting kit (see figure 1). Do not operate the unit in the horizontal position, as liquids may spill into unit.
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(see figures 2 and 3, letter G). When the unit is activated, an audible tone is sounded and the blue active light will illuminate (see figures 2 and 3, letter H). 10. To use the optional grounding plate with cord (A802EU), insert the plug of the cord into the grounding Bovie Medical Corporation...
MAINTENANCE The Bovie® DERM 941/942 requires periodic cleaning. When the unit case requires cleaning, simply utilize a soap and water solution and wipe clean. Be careful to not have any water enter into the unit through the various openings.
TROUBLESHOOTING The Bovie® DERM 941/942 has been designed and manufactured with the utmost safety in mind. The unit is equipped to automatically detect a malfunction. The following table list error codes, their meaning and recommended actions to be taken to resolve the error.
User’s/Service Manual CD 1 pcs All models NOTICES: *A902 Handpiece shall be used with the DERM 941/942 Only. Bipolar accessories are for use with the DERM 942™ Only. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Mains Connection Safety Main Voltage: 100 – 240 VAC ± 10%...
The Bovie® DERM 941/942 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment listed below. The customer or the user of the Bovie® DERM 941/942 should assure that it is used in such an environment. - electromagnetic emissions...
For warranty and repair work, please contact Bovie® and obtain a Return Materials Authorization number (RMA). Place the number so that it can be seen on the exterior of the package and ship directly to Bovie® . A return without an RMA may not be accepted.
TROUBLESHOOTING The Bovie® DERM 941/942 has been designed and manufactured with the utmost safety in mind. The unit is equipped to automatically detect a malfunction. The following table list error codes, their meaning and recommended actions to be taken to resolve the error.
GRAPHS Figures 5 and 6 illustrates power settings versus Vpeak voltage for monopolar and bipolar modes. Figures 7 and 9 illustrate output power load curves. Figures 8 and 10 are the output waveforms as viewed on an oscilloscope. Figure 11 illustrates output power delivered to rated load for all available modes at selected power settings. Figure 5 Power setting versus voltage (Vpeak) Monopolar Figure 6...
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Figure 11 Output Power VS. Power Settings at Rated Load Bovie Medical Corporation...
Please note that infected medical devices must be disposed of as medical/biohazard waste and cannot be included in used electronic equipment disposal/recycling programs. In addition, certain electronic products must be returned directly to Bovie Medical Corporation. Contact your Bovie® sales representative for return instructions.
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