The MicroAire LipoTower System is a device intended for aesthetic body contouring. INDICATIONS FOR USE The MicroAire LipoTower System is indicated for use in the following surgical specialties when the fragmentation, emulsification and aspiration of soft tissue is desired: •...
IFUs. This IFU addresses primarily the operation, maintenance cleaning and sterilization procedures applicable to the MicroAire LipoTower System. The MicroAire LipoTower System can be configured to meet the requirements of an individual surgeon. See SETUP section for details on system configuration.
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WARNING: Explosion hazard. Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics or oxygen. WARNING: The MicroAire LipoTower System is heavy, weighing approximately 190 pounds. Use the proper equipment to lift the system if required. WARNING: Flat shelving capacity – 6.8 kg (15lb) maximum safe capacity. Do not exceed.
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NOTE: The MicroAire LipoTower System should only be used with compatible FDA cleared tubing, handpieces and cannulas. NOTE: The MicroAire LipoTower System has been tested for sound level and does not exceed 70 dB(A). IM-LIPOTOWER Rev G...
CAUTION: The Hospital Grade Receptacle has maximum current limit of 3A. Do not exceed. CAUTION: This panel is in place for safety. Only UL-approved, PAL-related MicroAire cables are to be used to connect to the receptacles within the system. Ensure cover is securely attached before connecting power.
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Tumescent Switch is in the ON position. (Figure 16) Figure 15 - Connect Foot Figure 16 - Connect Foot Switch to rear of cart to Switch to side of cart to control vacuum pumps control infiltration IM-LIPOTOWER Rev G...
4. Close the lid on the Tumescent Pump to compress the Infiltration Tubing within the pump. OPERATION WARNING: Prior to use, all MicroAire Power Assisted Lipoplasty System subsystem manuals should be reviewed for important warnings and instructions for use. WARNING: Prior to use, all system components should be inspected to detect any damage, excessive wear, corrosion or malfunction.
NOTE: If “FOOT SWITCH” is selected, ensure that the foot switch cable is securely connected to its receptacle located on the lower rear of the MicroAire LipoTower System. Ensure that the foot switch pedal is located within reach of the operator.
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MicroAire LipoTower System. Once the MicroAire LipoTower System is powered up, and its appropriate cables, tubing, waste canisters and biofilter properly connected, and its mode of operation selected, and once the REF PAL-650 or PAL-600 and the REF 1020/1025 or REF 5020 have been properly powered and connected in accordance with their respective IFUs, surgical procedures can be started.
FOOT SWITCH WILL NOT OPERATE • Ensure that the foot switch connection tube is fully seated in its receptacle at the lower rear of the MicroAire LipoTower System. • Ensure that the vacuum pump CONTROL SWITCH is in the FOOT SWITCH position.
Atmospheric pressure limits Relative humidity limits WARNING: If there is condensation present on the MicroAire LipoTower System, DO NOT use it. Wait for the unit to come to room temperature and for condensation to evaporate before use. WARNING: If the MicroAire LipoTower System is operated at high elevation or low atmospheric pressure, aspiration performance may be adversely affected.
The MicroAire LipoTower System may be interfered with by other equipment with CISPR emission requirements. CAUTION: The pin of the BNC connector of the MicroAire LipoTower System should not be touched and connection to this port should not be made unless ESD precautionary procedures are used.
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