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1. 4341 State Street Road 1 Velchy PO Box 220 Skaneateles Falls NY 13153 0220 USA Tel 1 315 685 4560 Part No 690048 1 Rev D Fax 1 315 685 3361 www welchallyn com Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades Care and Maintenance Welch Allyn laryngoscope blades are crafted from enduring stainless steel To insure maximum life and performance the following instructions should be strictly adhered to Miller Macintosh and E Maclintosh styles of fiber optic blades all have removable light pipes This unique feature eliminates the expense of replacing the entire blade due to the fiber bundle deterioration that results from repeated exposure to disinfection and sterilization agents Now the bundle can simply be replaced at a fraction of the cost of a new blade Cleaning Procedure Immediately after use blades should be rinsed in clean tap water to remove any residue The fiber optic light pipe should be removed from the blade following the procedure outlined in the Fiber Optic Light Pipe Replacement section Both the light pipe and blade should then be gently scrubbed in soapy water with a soft brush to provide a thorough physical cleaning All Welch Allyn blades are compatible with enzymatic cleaners Refer to manufacturer s instructions for recommended exposure times and solution strengths After cleaning thoroughly rinse the light pipe and blade dry and reassemble see Fiber Optic Light2. and conforms with the provisions noted within the 93 42 EEC Medical Device Directive ec REP Authorized European Representative Address European Regulatory Manager Welch Allyn Ltd Navan Business Park Dublin Road Navan County Meath Republic of Ireland Tel 353 46 90 67700 Fax 353 46 90 67756 7 8 Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Welch Allyn
3. pack Remove batteries by pulling one end away from pack 2 Alkaline batteries have been supplied with your handle for maximum performance nickel cadmium with rechargeable handle and are recommended as replacements Ordinary carbon zinc batteries may also be used 3 Replace with appropriate size batteries and replace bottom cap Stubby handles insert battery pack with tab side down Instructions for Recycling Nickel Cadmium Batteries Welch Allyn employs the services of an agency which can disassemble and recycle all components of nickel cadmium batteries so that nothing gets land tfilled or incinerated If you wish to dispose of your expended Welch Allyn rechargeable battery via recycling in the US Canada only please send to Welch Allyn Welch Allyn Canada RECYCLE BATTERY RECYCLE BATTERY 4341 State Street Road 160 Matheson Blvd E Skaneateles Falls NY 13153 0220 Mississauga Ontario CANADA L4Z 1V4 For locations outside the U S and Canada consult your local recycling authority for correct disposal of batteries Lamp Replacement See figure 5 1 Unscrew bottom cap counterclockwise and remove batteries Lamp holder cartridge assembly will remain in main handle Prior to removal allow lamp time to cool Remove by applying finger pressure in the direction shown by the arrow 2 Remove outer shroud from holder by rotating shroud counterclockwise 3 Next remove lamp by rotating counterclockwise 4 Replace lamp with Welc
4. Pipe Replacement section prior to disinfection or sterilization Note f germicidal solutions are required for cleaning please contact Welch Allyn for compatibility A WARNING Ultrasonic cleaning is not recommended 2 Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Welch Allyn Disinfection Sterilization Minimum High Level Disinfection Required Sterrad System Welch Allyn laryngoscope blades are compatible with Sterrad hydrogen peroxide plasma system However only light pipes with recessed area where the light pipe exits the top of the green base are compatible These may also be identified by black marking for model number and size on rear of blade See figure 1 Cold Soak Welch Allyn laryngoscope blades and light pipes are compatible with Solutions 14 day 2 4 2 6 glutaraldehyde solution WARNING Do not use bleach sodium hypochlorite betadine or peroxide solutions Doing so may damage the instrument Contact Welch Allyn regarding the use of other cold soak solutions intended for disinfection or sterilization For recommended exposure times and solution concentrations refer to solution manufacturer s instructions Steam Autoclave is appropriate Note Do not exceed temperature of 280 F 138 C and pressure of 28 p s i Always wrap laryngoscopes WARNING Flash autoclaving and hot air sterilization should be avoided These processes will damage the instrument Ethylene Oxide is appropriate with gas concentrati
5. cturer s instructions Lamp Cartridge The lamp cartridge may be wiped clean with a mild detergent and water solution DO NOT ALLOW SOLUTION TO ENTER INTO CARTRIDGE A WARNING Only trained personnel shall use a laryngoscope for intubation Use of instrument in presence of intense magnetic fields should present no problems Disinfection Sterilization Main Handle Section Remove batteries and lamp cartridge before subjecting handle to any of the following processes After removing the batteries and lamp cartridge the main handle can be soaked in a 14 day 2 4 2 6 glutaraldehyde solution following manufacturer s instructions for exposure time and temperature Steam autoclave is appropriate Do not exceed temperature of 280 F 138 C and pressure of 28 psi DO NOT FLASH AUTOCLAVE Ethylene Oxide is appropriate with gas concentrations of 10 100 Do not exceed 131 F 55 C Maximum 4 hours exposure time Aerate 12 16 hours at 120 F 49 C following process 4 Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Welch Allyn Lamp Cartridge Lamp cartridge can be wiped with cloth dampened with 70 isopropyl alcohol DO NOT ALLOW SOLUTION TO ENTER INTO CARTRIDGE The lamp cartridge CANNOT be SOAKED OR AUTOCLAVED May be ethylene oxide sterilized see above Lamp should be left in Repair Maintenance Battery Replacement See figure 4 1 Unscrew bottom cap and remove batteries Stubby handles pull on tab to remove battery
6. h Allyn lamp 06000 Specification 2 5V 2W Halogen HPX or 00300 Specification 3 5V 2 7W Halogen HPX per reference chart Caution Be sure lamp s glass envelope is clean and free of any fingerprints after assembly If necessary the glass may be cleaned with a soft cloth or cotton ball moistened in alcohol Directions for Use Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles 5 5 Be sure lamp and lamp shroud are sufficiently tightened before replacing lamp holder cartridge in main handle A Caution Halogen lamps are pressurized to provide maximum efficiency and illumination Protect lamp s glass against abrasion and scratches Dispose of lamp with care 6 To replace lamp holder cartridge in the main handle invert handle Then gently slide the cartridge down the inside of handle tipping it side to side until the holder exits opening on top 7 Insert batteries and apply slight pressure to set the cartridge in place Replace bottom cap and tighten Test Procedure Laryngoscope blades and handles should always be tested after cleaning disinfection sterilization and prior to use To check connect the laryngoscope blade to the handle and pull open to the on position If the unit fails to light or flickers check the lamp batteries Be sure adequate supplies of spare lamps batteries and replacement parts are readily available If problem still persists contact Welch Allyn Customer Service Note Power outputs from rec
7. hargeable batteries may fall rapidly during use resulting in rapid failure of illumination Be sure a spare handle is readily available Conforming to ASTM F 1195 and ISO 7376 EN60601 1 6 Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Fiber Optic Larygnoscope Reference Chart Handles Style Ref Battery Lamp Lamp Cartridge AA Cell 60814 AA Alkaline 06000 608125 501 C Cell 60813 C Alkaline 06000 608125 501 2 5V Rechargeable 60713 Welch Allyn 72000 06000 6081 25 501 Stubby 60815 AA Alkaline 06000 608125 501 3 5V Rechargeable 60835 Welch Allyn 72200 00300 608351 501 3 5V only Blades Style Ref Light Pipe Miller 00 68065 690122 505 0 68060 690122 500 1 68061 690122 501 2 68062 690122 502 3 68063 690122 503 4 68064 690122 504 Maclntosh 1 69061 690123 501 2 69062 690123 502 3 69063 690123 503 4 69064 690123 504 E Maclntosh 1 69211 690124 501 2 69212 690124 502 3 69213 690124 503 4 69214 690124 504 Locking Screw Assembly 690015 501 Welch Allyn Directions for Use Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles Figure 1 Figure 2 3 aS eas Light Carrier Compatible Not Compatible Figure 3 Outer Figure 5 Batteries 9 S Lamp Lamp Bottom Cap tem 4 Holder Cartridge amp Assembly Holder Cartridge The CE mark on this product indicates it has been tested to
8. ons of 10 100 Note Do not exceed temperature of 131 F 55 C and pressure of 8 p s i Exposure time 2 4 hours Aeration 12 16 hours at 120 F 49 C following processing Fiber Optic Light Pipe Replacement See figure 2 1 Remove locking screw by rotating counterclockwise with a standard screwdriver or coin 2 Pulllight pipe away from base of laryngoscope and slide distal end of pipe out of blade 3 Position new pipe and replace locking screw 4 Rotate locking screw clockwise until secure Note Miller blades differ slightly from drawing Directions for Use Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Blades and Handles 3 Fiber Optic Laryngoscope Handle Battery handles consist of two sections the main handle and the lamp holder cartridge assembly see Figure Prior to cleaning and disinfection disassemble the handle following the procedure outlined in the Repair Maintenance section The main handle will withstand the same cold soak solutions and autoclave ranges outlined in the Laryngoscope Blades Section However the lamp holder cartridge assembly and batteries must be removed prior to disinfection sterilization See figure 3 Cleaning Procedure Main Handle Section Remove the batteries and lamp cartridge as described in the Repair Maintenance section The main handle section may then be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution The main handle section may also be soaked in an enzymatic detergent following the manufa
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