Introduction - Ametek Reichert Phoroptor VRx User Manual

Introduction

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Reichert Technologies (hereafter referred to as Reichert)
Phoroptor VRx.
®
This User's Guide is designed as a training and reference manual for operation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting. We recommend that you read it carefully prior to use and follow the instructions in
the guide to ensure optimum performance of your new instrument. Only properly trained eye care
professionals, such as ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and eye care technicians should
operate this instrument. All parts of this Medical Electrical system are suitable for use within the patient
environment.
Please retain this guide for future reference and to share with other users. For additional copies of this
manual or questions related to the Phoroptor VRx, contact your local authorized Reichert dealer, or
contact our Customer Service department directly:
Tel: 716-686-4500
Fax: 716-686-4555
Email: reichert.information@ametek.com
Indications for Use
The Phoroptor VRx Digital Refraction System is designed for:
• Subjective measurement of the refractive error of the eye.
• Determination of correction data for refraction anomalies and binocular functions as the basis for
manufacturing eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Use in refraction rooms in clinics and practices of physicians, optometrists, or opticians.
• Connection to other medical examination equipment or to an office Electronic Medical Records
(EMR) system.
• Operation by physicians, optometrists, opticians, or properly trained clinical personnel.
• Installation under the conditions for medical equipment.
• The digital refractor Phoroptor VRx with Prism is additionally designed for:
• Measurement of ocular deviation in patients with latent or manifest strabismus.
Contra-Indications
• There are none associated with the Phoroptor VRx Digital Refraction System.
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