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INSPECTION AND CLEANING
Performthefollowing inspection and cleaning procedures periodically as a
preventivemaintenance measure to keep the Polaris System in optimal
conditionresultingintrouble-free operationproducingcrisp,clearimages
Inspection - Routinely inspect each component of the Polaris System for
possibledefectsasfollows:
1CameraHandpiece -
a Checkoverallhandpieceforchips,cracksorotherirregularities
b Checkthelenswindowfordebrisorspots
c Checktheconnectorsocketfordamage
2ControlModule -
a Checkforbrokenindicatorlampandswitch
b Checkallconnectorsocketsfordamage,looseormissing hardware
3Cablesand Connectors-
a Checkcablesfor damaged or deteriorated insulation kinking or
twisting
b Checkconnectorsforloose,bentormissingpins
c Check that both quick-disconnect plug ends snap closed to snugly
securetheHandpieceCable totheCameraHandpiece andControl
Moduleconnectors
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
performingthefollowingprocedures
1ControlModule-Useanon-corrosivesurfacedisinfectantsuchasBirex®se
2CameraHandpiece-Followingeverypatientuse,removethecameracover
fromtheCameraHandpieceanddisposeinaccordancewithlocalregula-
tionsThe CameraHandpiece canbewiped cleanand disinfectedwith
anynon-corrosivesurfacedisinfectantsuchasBirex®se
3Camera Window Lens-Remove debris or spots from lens window by
cleaningwithalcoholandcottonswabs