3M SmartClip SL3 Operating manual

SmartClip™Appliance
Wire Disengagement Instrument
Technique and Maintenance Guide
1. Approach archwire with disengagement instrument from occlusal or gingival side. (Figure 1)
2. Place instrument hooks under archwire keeping the bracket between the instrument hooks.
(Figure 2)
3. Squeeze handles. (Figure 3)
Note: Repeat procedure for each bracket.
1. Using a pointed object, approach tab.
2. Push tab. (Figure 5)
3. Remove slide. (Figure 6)
4. Obtain new slide. Note: Ensure proper orientation of slide. (Figure 7)
5. Push slide while holding handles in closed position. (Figure 8)
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Disengagement
Slide Replacement

1. Insert Allen wrench* on first setscrew (Figure 9) and rotate counter-clockwise until handles
open easily. (Figures 9 & 10)
2. Insert Allen wrench on top setscrew and rotate counter-clockwise until hooks are free.
(Figures 11 & 12)
3. Obtain new hooks. Note: Ensure proper orientation of hooks. (Figure 12)
4. Tighten top setscrew until first resistance is felt. (Figure 13)
5. Close plier handles. Insert Allen wrench and tighten first setscrew clockwise until first
resistance is felt and then rotate counter-clockwise 1⁄4 turn. (Figure 14)
6. Obtain new slide. Note: Ensure proper orientation of slide. (Figure 15)
7. Push slide while holding handles in closed position. (Figure 16)
*Included with Hook Insert Replacement Kit (P/N 804-162)
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WARNINGS:
Use instruments for indicated use only. Failure to do so may result in the breakage of the instrument and injury to patient or orthodontic
professional. Safety glasses recommended for patient and orthodontic staff when using these instruments.
Stainless steel contains nickel and chromium. If an allergic reaction occurs, direct patient to consult a physician.
Hook Replacement
SmartClip™Appliance
Wire Disengagement Instrument
Technique and Maintenance Guide
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