User's Manual

10 OLYMPUS CAPSULE ENDOSCOPE SYSTEM SYSTEM MANUAL
User qualifications
The operator of this instrument must be a physician or medical personnel under
the supervision of a physician and must have received sufficient training in
capsule endoscopy procedures. This manual, therefore, does not explain or
discuss capsule endoscopy procedures.
Physicians performing capsule endoscopy should:
− Have completed a formal training program that includes
training in the recognition and management of small
intestinal diseases
− Have competency and privileges to perform
gastrointestinal endoscopy
− Be familiar with the Endo Capsule hardware and software
− Have formal training in capsule endoscopy that includes
hands-on training and supervised review of initial cases
by a competent capsule endoscopist
− Meet pertinent local hospital/clinic requirements and
professional society credentialing guidelines.
Instrument compatibility
Refer to the “System chart” in the Appendix to confirm that the system is
compatible with the ancillary equipment being used. Using incompatible
equipment can result in patient injury and/or equipment damage.
Repair and modification
This system does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not disassemble,
modify or attempt to repair it. Doing so may result in patient or user injury and/or
equipment damage.
Some problems that appear to be malfunctions may be correctable by referring
to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting”. If the problem cannot be resolved using the
information in Chapter 5, contact Olympus.