User's Manual

3 • System Setup
WHITESTAR SIGNATURE™ System Rx Only – Z370147 Rev. C 1008 3-15
Setup Sequence –
Anterior Segment
Surgery
The following is a general overview of the steps to be taken to prepare the
WHITESTAR SIGNATURE™ System for surgery:
1. Connect the WHITESTAR SIGNATURE™ System power cord to the rear of
system. Plug the power cord into a grounded power outlet.
2. Connect the footpedal to the rear panel receptacle.
3. Connect the compressed air line to the compressed air receptacle (optional).
4. Turn the system On at the back of the console.
5. Press the On/Off button on the Touch Screen monitor.
6. After completion of the Start Up Self Test, select the surgeon and program.
7. Install the tubing cassette, attach the required accessories (phaco, vitrectomy or
diathermy handpieces) and set up the tubing.
8. Prime and tune the handpieces. (Refer to Chapter 4, Equipment Operation,
Prime/Tune.)
9. Perform the final test of the fluidics and the handpiece integrity with the
footpedal. (Refer to Chapter 4, Equipment Operation, Verify Irrigation/
Aspiration Balance.)