Instruction manual

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DORO
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Instruction Manual
DORO
6.2 Function and safety inspection
The user is responsible for function and safety inspections before and after each clinical use.
Exclusion of liability:
The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages resulting from improper func-
tion and safety inspections or failure of the user to perform such inspections.
Danger:
Check all fastening screws and the stability of the Headrest - and Retractor
System before and after each clinical use.
6.2.1 Prior to clinical use of a DORO device
Perform the following function and safety tests before using the device in clinical applications:
Make sure that:
- the device is perfectly adjusted to the patient position required for surgery.
- all joints of the device are locked and all fastening screws are tightened.
- all components are tightly attached to each other and the starburst connection teeth of all
components are fully engaged and interlocked.
- the Index Knob is engaged in correct position and Locking Screws of the device are pro-
perly tightened.
- the Base Handle Assembly of the Base Unit is tightly locked and that the Transitional
Member is properly attached to the Base Handle Assembly.
- the Skull Clamp Base and Skull Clamp Extension Assembly are properly engaged. There
must be no movement detectable in the mechanism.
- the stability of the complete system is ensured.
6.2.2 After clinical use of a DORO device
Perform the following function and safety tests after having used the device in clinical appli-
cations:
Make sure
- that the device is complete and is not damaged. If the device appears to be damaged or
does not seem to function properly, immediately send the device to the manufacturer or
to your authorized distributor for repair.
- to check if the Base Unit Locking Lever needs to be readjusted and that the Transitional
Member of the Base Unit is properly mounted.
You may only use the device if it is fully functional as described above.