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INSPECTION AND CLEANING
Performthefollowing inspection and cleaning procedures periodically as a
preventivemaintenance measure to keep the Polaris System in optimal
conditionresultingintrouble-free operationproducingcrisp,clearimages
Inspection - Routinely inspect each component of the Polaris System for
possibledefectsasfollows:
1CameraHandpiece -
a Checkoverallhandpieceforchips,cracksorotherirregularities
b Checkthelenswindowfordebrisorspots
c Checktheconnectorsocketfordamage
2ControlModule -
a Checkforbrokenindicatorlampandswitch
b Checkallconnectorsocketsfordamage,looseormissing hardware
3Cablesand Connectors-
a Checkcablesfor damaged or deteriorated insulation kinking or
twisting
b Checkconnectorsforloose,bentormissingpins
c Check that both quick-disconnect plug ends snap closed to snugly
securetheHandpieceCable totheCameraHandpiece andControl
Moduleconnectors
CAUTION: Always turn Off power and unplug the Polaris System components before
performing cleaning procedures.
Do not attempt any internal service of Polaris System components. Contact your local autho-
rized Air Techniques dealer for service. Failure to heed this warning may result in equipment
damage and voiding the warranty.
MAINTENANCE
Do not spray cleaning liquids or disinfectants directly on the camera handpiece. Use
care not to allow liquids to run into internal circuitry.
Do not wipe the surfaces using benzine, thinner, etc. as this may degrade the finish.
Do not autoclave the Camera handpiece.
2The camera cover must be used for only one patient and disposed
of properly in accordance with local code.
Cleaning - Clean each component of the Polaris System as needed by
performingthefollowingprocedures
1ControlModule-Useanon-corrosivesurfacedisinfectantsuchasBirex®se
2CameraHandpiece-Followingeverypatientuse,removethecameracover
fromtheCameraHandpieceanddisposeinaccordancewithlocalregula-
tionsThe CameraHandpiece canbewiped cleanand disinfectedwith
anynon-corrosivesurfacedisinfectantsuchasBirex®se
3Camera Window Lens-Remove debris or spots from lens window by
cleaningwithalcoholandcottonswabs