PlumePen® Elite - Buffalo Filter
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1. Indications For Use The PlumePen Elite is designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system The pencil enables the operator to remotely conduct an electrosurgical current from the output connector of an electrosurgical unit to the operative site for the desired surgical effect Indications for Use for the PlumePen Elite Integrated Smoke Evacuation Pencil include a To remove smoke plume from the surgical site b To remotely conduct an electrosurgical current from the output connector of an electrosurgical unit to the target tissue for the desired surgical effect PlumePen Elite Surgical Plume Evacuation Pencil If you have any questions or need any assistance with the set up or use of the PlumePen Elite Surgical Plume Evacuation Pencil please contact Buffalo Filter at U S toll free 800 343 2324 International 1 716 835 7000 Email smoke info buffalofilter com 904162 RevB pdf ee a Figure 3 Plug the 3 prong power cord into the electrosurgical generator of your choice Figure 3 Confirm that all power settings on the generator are appropriate for the procedure being performed The electrosurgical generator s intensity should be set as low as isnecessary to achieve the desired effect The PlumePen Elite is a monopolar electrode the use of a dispersive el2. ectrode is required to prevent burns injury to patient Please refer to electrosurgical generator user manual and dispersive electrode instructions for use for additional instructions Figure 2 Prior to connecting the PlumePen Elite 3 prong power cord to the electro surgical generator ensure that the electrode blade provided is fully inserted into the pencil by gently pressing it in front of the PlumePen Elite Remove the plastic shield from the blade and discard Figure 1 Open product packaging and remove the PlumePen Elite Surgical Plume Evacuation Pencil assembly Connect the tubing provided with the PlumePen Elite to a smoke evacuation system or other appropriate vacuum source example shown Figure 1 For connection and operation to a specific smoke evacuation system please refer to the specific instructions for use for appropriate setup and use Figure 6 To optimize the life of your smoke evacuation filter it is recommended that a Buffalo Filter Surgical Smoke Plume Evacuator be used in conjunction with an EZLink Automatic Activation Device Model EZLink0O1 Figure 6 Figure 5 The PlumePen Elite has CUT and COAG buttons located on the top of the electrosurgical pencil body The YELLOW button is for cutting and the BLUE button is for coagulation Figure 5 Figure 4 The PlumePen Elite is equipped with several key features for the surgeon s convenience Above the electrode blade is a tra
3. ects Current may be generated in conductive objects by direct DO NOT activate the instrument when not in contact with target tissue as this may cause contact with the active electrode or by the active accessory being in close proximity injuries due to capacitive coupling PlumePen Elite is designed and intended only to be used with an electrosurgical generator that has been tested to the IEC 60601 standard Please refer to generator to ensure compatibility PlumePen Elite is not a fluid removal device therefore it should not be used for such application ASPIRATE fluid from the area before activating the instrument Conductive fluids e g blood or saline in direct contact with or in close proximity to an active electrode may BUFFALO Filter 5900 Genesee Street Lancaster NY 14086 U S toll free 800 343 2324 International 1 716 835 7000 Fax 716 835 3414 Email smoke info buffalofilter com www buffalofilter com to the conductive object For single use only Do not reuse reprocess or re sterilize Reuse reprocessing or re sterilization may compromise the structural integrity of the device and or lead to device failure which in turn may result in patient injury illness or death This single use product is not designed or validated to be reused Reuse may cause a risk of cross contamination or cause a malfunction as a result of the product being physically damaged due to cleaning disinfection re sterilization o
4. mePen Elite If original blade is removed visually confirm new blade is completely inserted and secured before activating the pencil Never force the blade into the pencil Rotate the INSPECT instruments and cables for damage prior to each use especially pencil if the smoke tube is obstructing view of the insertion point the insulation of laparoscopic endoscopic instruments This may be done visually under magnification or with a high voltage insulation testing device Insulation failures may result in burns or other injuries to the patient or operator For procedures where visualization may be impaired be alert of these potential hazards e The electrode tip may remain hot enough to cause burns after the current has been Sterility unless packaging is damaged or any seal is broken Do not use electrosurgery de activated in the presence of flammable anesthetics or other flammable gases fluids or objects or in the presence of oxidizing agents as fire may result Place active accessories in a holster or in a clean dry non conductive and highly visible area away from the patient when not in use Inadvertent contact with the patient may result in burns Contact with drapes or linens may cause a fire Inadvertent activation or movement of the activated electrode outside of the field of vision may result in injury to the patient Localized burns to the patient or physician may result from electrical currents carried through conductive obj
5. nslucent plastic tube that can be positioned at varying lengths Figure 4 to most effectively capture surgical smoke plume as it is created With the electrosurgical generator off and the electrode blade cool position this tube as near the point of the tissue interaction as possible without obstructing the view of the target tissue Keep the active electrodes clean Build up of eschar may reduce the instrument s effectiveness Do not activate the instrument while cleaning Injury to operating room personnel may result The EZLink will automatically turn the Buffalo Filter Surgical Smoke Plume Evacuator on or turn it off when either the CUT or COAG function is activated de activated on the PlumePen Elite Contact Buffalo Filter for more details on the EZLink After use turn off smoke evacuation unit and electrosurgical generator Discard the entire PlumePen Elite assembly Pencil Blade Tubing and Power Cord per facility protocol for contaminated items carry electrical current or heat away from target tissues which may cause unintended burns to the patient CAUTION DO NOT USE in patients who have electronic implants such as cardiac pacemakers without first consulting a qualified professional e g cardiologist A possible hazard exists because interference with the action of the electronic implant may occur or the implant may be damaged Buffalo Filter recommends that the original blade be utilized with the Plu
6. r reuse Do Not Use Damaged Single Use Only Do Not Reuse Do Not er Resterilize RX ony cd us Does Not Contain Natural Rubber Latex STERILE R PLP1001 REF PLP2001 PLP1501 PLP2501 CAUTION Intended for use with a maximum voltage of 10kV P P
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