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McKesson Argent 22-A942 User Manual

High frequency electrosurgical desiccator
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High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator
User's Guide
22-A942
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  • Page 1 High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator User’s Guide 22-A942 MFR #...
  • Page 2 USER’S GUIDE User’s Guide • McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator - MFR # 22-A942...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Performance Checks ..........................11 Maintenance ..............................11 Sterilization and Cleaning of the Accessories ................11 Accessories ..............................11 Technical Description..........................11 IEC Classifications.............................12 EMC Compliance ............................12 Warranty ..............................15 Servicing and Repair ..........................15 Troubleshooting............................16 Output Power Characteristics ......................17 Graphs ................................18 Descriptions of Symbols........................20 McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    To promote the safe use of the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator, this section presents the warnings and cautions that appear throughout this user’s guide. So that you can operate this equipment with maximum safety, it is important that you read, understand, and follow the instructions in these warnings and cautions.
  • Page 5 • Position the return electrode to provide a direct current route between the surgical site and the return electrode which avoids skin-to-skin contact areas. • In addition, place patient return electrodes according to the manufacturer’s instructions. McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.
  • Page 6 The patient should not come in contact with metal parts which are earthed or which have an appreciable capacitance to earth (for example operating table supports, etc.). The use of antistatic sheeting is recommended for this purpose. User’s Guide • McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator - MFR # 22-A942...

  • Page 7: Contraindications

    The output power selected should be as low as possible for the intended purpose. Certain devices or accessories may present a safety hazard at low power settings. Apparent low output or failure of the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator to function correctly at the normal operating settings may indicate faulty application of the neutral electrode or poor contact in its connections.

  • Page 8: Catalog Numbers

    - Permissible Impairments: - Mild reading / vision impairment or vision correction to 20/20 - Partial hearing impairment, allowing for audible detection of tones at 0.5-2.0 kHz. User’s Guide • McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator - MFR # 22-A942...

  • Page 9: Unit Operation

    UNIT OPERATION The McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator produces radio frequency current which is useful for the removal and destruction of superficial cutaneous and mucosal lesions. This is done by performing desiccation and fulguration procedures. Electrosurgical desiccation occurs when the electrode is placed directly onto the surface of the lesion.

  • Page 10: Setup Procedures

    Figure 1 SETUP PROCEDURES Mount the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator on the wall or optional mobile stand using the standard mounting kit (see figure 1). Figure 2 Do not operate the unit in the horizontal position, as liquids may spill into unit.
  • Page 11 15. Adjustment of the audible tone is achieved by a switch located on the rear of the unit (see figure 3). Two tone choices are available, high and low. A small screwdriver will be necessary to make the adjustment. McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.

  • Page 12: Performance Checks

    MAINTENANCE The McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator 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.

  • Page 13: Technical Description

    EMC information provided in the manual. Understand that only the Accessories supplied with or ordered from McKesson Argent should be used with your device. The use of Accessories, transducers, and cables other than those specified, may result in increased Emissions or decreased Immunity of the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator.
  • Page 14 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment listed below. The customer or the user of the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator should assure that is used Emissions test...
  • Page 15 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment listed below. The customer or the user of the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator should assure that it is used IEC 60601...

  • Page 16: Warranty

    FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicated theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location which the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator should be observed to verify normal operation.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator 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.

  • Page 18: Output Power Characteristics

    9.5 ± 20% @ 800Ω Coagulation 6300 V 40 W @ 200 Ω Bipolar 368 kHz ± 10% 37 kHz ± 10% 5.5 ± 20% @ 800Ω 950 V User’s Guide • McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator - MFR # 22-A942...

  • Page 19: Graphs

    Power setting versus voltage (Vpeak) Bipolar Figure 7 Output Power versus Load • Bipolar 100% / 50% Figure 8 Bipolar Mode Waveform Figure 9 Output Power versus Load • Monopolar 100% / 50% Figure 10 Monopolar Mode Waveform McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.
  • Page 20 Figure 11 Output Power VS. Power Settings at Rated Load User’s Guide • McKesson Argent High Frequency Electrosurgical Desiccator - MFR # 22-A942...

  • Page 21: Descriptions Of Symbols

    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 McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. sales representative for return instructions. McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.
  • Page 22 Questions? Call 1-800-777-4908 Distributed by McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Richmond, VA 23233 PVN A0317 Made in Bulgaria MC-55-258-001 Rev. 0 2017-05-02...