
10
May 2016
8811 User Guide
(BB1003-G)
To alter the angle of the needle-guide holder:
1
Loosen the adjustable screw by turning it one quarter revolution counter-
clockwise.
2
Select the desired angle (60
; 45
; 30
).
3
Retighten the adjustable screw.
To select the correct needle barrel:
1
Raise the three winged handle up out of its socket and rotate it until the desired
barrel is next to the small black triangular marking on the top of the needle guide
holder.
2
Push the three winged handle fully back down into its socket.
3
Slide in the desired needle (or catheter).
To detach the needle during interventional procedures:
1
Raise the three winged handle approx. 3mm and rotate counter-clockwise
through 60
until halted by the small metal nub.
2
The needle (or catheter) can now be released from the needle guide attachment.
All parts of the puncture attachment can be autoclaved or disinfected by immersion
in a suitable solution.
Performing Puncture and Biopsy
Cover the transducer with a sterile transducer cover.
If the transducer cover is damaged when attaching the puncture attachment, replace
it with a new cover.
See the Product Data sheet for a list of available transducer covers.
Press the scanner
Puncture
or
Biopsy
control button to superimpose a puncture line
on the scan image.
If more than one puncture line is available, refer to the applicable scanner user guide
for instructions on how to change which one appears.
WARNING
It is essential for the patient’s safety that only the correct puncture attachments, as
described in this guide, are used. Never use unauthorized combinations of transducers
and puncture attachments or other manufacturers puncture attachments.
Before beginning a puncture or biopsy procedure, always check that the type number of
the transducer and the type number or description of the puncture attachment match
exactly those displayed on the scanner monitor.
WARNING
The puncture line on the scan image is an indication of the expected needle path. The
needle tip echo should be monitored at all times so any deviation from the desired path
can be corrected.