Biolase EPIC X User manual

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Contents
1INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................5
2INDICATIONS FOR USE ....................................................................................................6
3 CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS, AND PRECAUTIONS............................................7
3.1 CONTRAINDICATIONS......................................................................................................... 7
3.2 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................ 7
PRESCRIPTION STATEMENT.............................................................................................. 7
TRAINING.............................................................................................................................. 7
EYEWEAR............................................................................................................................. 7
ADJACENT STRUCTURES................................................................................................... 8
SUCTION............................................................................................................................... 8
PLUME REMOVAL................................................................................................................ 8
TREATMENT, TECHNIQUE, AND SETTINGS...................................................................... 8
CLINICAL ENVIRONMENT.................................................................................................... 8
4 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................9
4.1 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................. 9
4.2 ELECTRICAL......................................................................................................................... 9
4.3 LASER................................................................................................................................... 9
4.4 OTHER LIGHT SOURCES .................................................................................................... 9
5 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................10
5.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS.....................................................................................................10
5.2 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................11
BASE CONSOLE..................................................................................................................12
CONTROL BUTTON:............................................................................................................12
FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM.................................................................................................12
SURGICAL HANDPIECE......................................................................................................12
WHITENING HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL)...............................................................................12
DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL) ...........................................................................13
WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH...................................................................................................13
6.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................14
6.2 SAFETY CLASSIFICATION..................................................................................................15
6.3 SAFETY FEATURES............................................................................................................16
ENERGY MONITOR.............................................................................................................16
SYSTEM MONITOR .............................................................................................................16
POWER SWITCH .................................................................................................................16
ACCESS KEY CODE............................................................................................................16
CONTROL BUTTON.............................................................................................................16
WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH...................................................................................................17
REMOTE INTERLOCK.........................................................................................................17
EMERGENCY STOP............................................................................................................17
FUNCTIONAL DISPLAY.......................................................................................................17
7 INSTALLATION AND SET-UP..........................................................................................18
7.1 SYSTEM SETUP ..................................................................................................................18
FACILITY REQUIREMENTS:................................................................................................18
7.2 THE FIBER OPTIC CABLE...................................................................................................18

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7.3 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY .................................................................................19
7.4 SINGLE-USE TIPS...............................................................................................................20
7.3 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY .................................................................................20
7.5 CONNECTING THE WHITENING HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)......................22
7.6 CONNECTING THE DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)...................22
7.7 OPERATION - TURN ON THE Epic X..................................................................................24
7.8 HOME SCREEN...................................................................................................................24
7.9 SETTINGS SCREEN............................................................................................................25
7.10 PAIRING THE FOOTSWITCH TO THE LASER CONSOLE.................................................25
7.11 CONTROL BUTTON............................................................................................................26
7.12 ENTERING READY OR STANDBY MODES........................................................................26
7.13 READY MODE.....................................................................................................................26
7.14 WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH..................................................................................................27
7.15 PEAK POWER DISPLAY .....................................................................................................27
7.16 PULSE MODE SELECTION.................................................................................................27
7.17 USING THE Epic X TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY .................................................................29
7.18 PROCEDURES BUTTON.....................................................................................................30
7.19 TURNING THE LASER CONSOLE OFF..............................................................................30
8 CLINICAL APPLICATION .................................................................................................31
8.1 OVERVIEW..........................................................................................................................31
8.2 SOFT TISSUE SURGERY AND OTHER DENTAL USE ......................................................31
TIP INITIATION: PARAMETERS AND METHOD.................................................................31
PRE-PROGRAMMED SETTINGS FOR DENTAL PROCEDURES.......................................32
8.3 TABLE OF PRE-PROGRAMMED SURGICAL SETTINGS...................................................33
8.3 TABLE OF PRE-PROGRAMMED SURGICAL SETTINGS (CONTINUED) ..........................34
8.4 TEETH WHITENING............................................................................................................35
8.5 PAIN THERAPY...................................................................................................................35
PAIN THERAPY PRESET VALUES.....................................................................................35
PAIN THERAPY –ADVERSE EFFECTS.............................................................................36
PAIN THERAPY –WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS.........................................................37
RECOMMENDED USE........................................................................................................37
9 MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................38
9.1 DAILY MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................38
9.2 CLEANING AND STERILIZATION PROCEDURES .............................................................38
STEP 1 - CLEANING PROCESS –SURGICAL HANDPIECE..............................................38
STEP 2 - STERILIZATION PROCESS –SURGICAL HANDPIECE......................................39
STEP 3 –DISINFECTING THE FIBER OPTIC CABLE........................................................39
DISINFECTING THE WHITENING HANDPIECE .................................................................39
DISINFECTING THE DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE..............................................................39
9.3 FIBER OPTIC CABLE LENS INSPECTION AND CLEANING..............................................40
LENS INSPECTION PROCEDURE......................................................................................40
CLEANING THE LENS.........................................................................................................40
9.4 INSTALLING/REPLACING THE CONSOLE BATTERY PACK.............................................41
9.5 CHANGING THE WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH BATTERIES .................................................42
9.6 TRANSPORTATION ............................................................................................................43

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9.7 STORAGE............................................................................................................................43
10 CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................44
11 SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION........................................................................................45
12 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................46
APPENDIX A TIP GUIDE ...................................................................................................48
NON-INITIATED ...................................................................................................................48
PRE-INITIATED....................................................................................................................48
APPENDIX B ACCESSORIES............................................................................................49
APPENDIX C LABELING....................................................................................................50
APPENDIX D SAFETY - LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS.................................................54
APPENDIX E ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY.......................................................56
APPENDIX F WIRELESS EQUIPMENT STATEMENT .......................................................60

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1Introduction
The Epic™ X diode laser system is a surgical and therapeutic device at the cutting edge of
technology, designed for a wide variety of oral soft tissue procedures and dental whitening, as well
as for use in providing temporary relief of minor pain.
The Epic X utilizes a solid-state diode as a semiconductor source for invisible infrared radiation. The
energy is delivered to the treatment site via a flexible fiber connected at one end to the laser source
and the other end to the Handpiece. Various types of single use, disposable tips are designed and
optimized for different applications. The device is activated by means of a wireless footswitch.
This is a prescription device that is indicated for professional use only by licensed medical and dental
practitioners. The use of this device requires proper clinical and technical training. This manual
provides instructions for those professionals that have completed the appropriate training.
When used and maintained properly, the Epic X will prove a valuable addition to your practice.
Please contact BIOLASE Customer Service at 1-800-321-6717 in the U.S. for any service needs. If
you are located outside the USA, please contact your BIOLASE-authorized distributor.

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2Indications for Use
Use of the Epic X device may be appropriate for incision, excision, vaporization, ablation and
coagulation of oral soft-tissues including marginal and inter-dental gingival and epithelial lining of free
gingiva and the following specifications:
•Excisional and incisional biopsies
•Exposure of unerupted teeth
•Fibroma removal
•Frenectomy
•Frenotomy
•Gingival troughing for crown
impressions
•Gingivectomy
•Gingivoplasty
•Gingival incision and excision
•Hemostasis and coagulation
•Implant recovery
•Incision and drainage of abscess
•Leukoplakia
•Operculectomy
•Oral papillectomies
•Pulpotomy
•Pulpotomy as an adjunct to root canal
therapy
•Reduction of gingival hypertrophy
•Soft-tissue crown lengthening
•Treatment of canker sores, herpetic
and aphthous ulcers of the oral
mucosa
•Vestibuloplasty
•Tissue retraction for impression
•Laser soft-tissue curettage
•Laser removal of diseased, infected,
inflamed and necrosed soft-tissue
within the periodontal pocket
•Sulcular debridement (removal of
diseased, infected, inflamed and
necrosed soft-tissue in the periodontal
pocket to improve clinical indices
including gingival index, gingival
bleeding index, probe depth,
attachment loss and tooth mobility.)
•Light activation for bleaching materials
for teeth whitening
•Laser-assisted whitening/bleaching of
teeth
•Topical heating for the purpose of
elevating tissue temperature for a
temporary relief of minor muscle and
joint pain and stiffness, minor arthritis
pain, or muscle spasm, minor sprains
and strains, and minor muscular back
pain; the temporary increase in local
blood circulation; the temporary
relaxation of muscle.

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3 Contraindications, Warnings, and Precautions
3.1 CONTRAINDICATIONS
All clinical procedures performed with Epic X must be subjected to the same clinical judgment and
care used with traditional techniques. Patient risk must always be considered and fully understood
before clinical treatment. The clinician must completely understand the patient’s medical history prior
to treatment and exercise caution for general medical conditions that might contraindicate a local
procedure; such conditions may include, but are not limited to, allergy to local or topical anesthetics,
heart disease (including pacemakers and implantable defibrillators), lung disease, bleeding
disorders, sleep apnea, an immune system deficiency, or any medical conditions or medications that
may contraindicate the use of certain light/laser-type sources associated with this device, including
general neurovascular conditions which can reduce a patient's pain sensitivity while undergoing pain
therapy procedures (e.g., patients with neurodegeneration associated with Type II diabetes). Medical
clearance from the patient’s physician is advisable when doubt exists regarding treatment.
3.2 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
PRESCRIPTION STATEMENT
U.S. Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a dentist or other licensed dental
practitioner.
TRAINING
Only licensed professionals who have reviewed and understood this user manual should use this
device. BIOLASE assumes no responsibility for parameters, techniques, methods, or results.
Physicians must use their own clinical judgment and professional knowledge to determine all aspects
of treatment, including technique, power settings, pulse interval, duration, etc.
EYEWEAR
Doctor, patient, assistant, and all others inside or entering the operatory must wear appropriate laser
protective eyewear suitable for the 940 nm ± 10 nm wavelength, OD4 (DIR LB4) or greater,
whenever the laser is in use. Prior to use, inspect the eyewear for pitting and/or cracking. Replace if
damaged; do not use.
CAUTION: The specifications for the protective eyewear provided with the Epic X laser
system are marked on the side of the glasses. Always check the eyewear
specifications marked on the glasses to ensure they offer the required
protection for the specific laser wavelength.
For additional information, refer to the instructions for use provided with the glasses.

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ADJACENT STRUCTURES
Epic X is designed to remove soft tissues. Therefore, always be aware of adjacent structures and
substructures during use. Be extremely careful not to inadvertently penetrate or ablate underlying or
adjacent tissues. Do not direct energy toward hard tissue such as tooth or bone. Do not direct energy
towards amalgam, gold or other metallic surfaces. Do not direct energy towards cements or other
filling materials. Exercise extreme caution when using this device in areas such as pockets, cavities
or channels such as third molar sockets, where critical structures (i.e. nerves, vessels) could be
damaged. Do not proceed with using the laser if visibility is limited in these areas.
SUCTION
Use high-speed suction as required to maintain a clear field of vision during treatment. Do not fire the
laser if you cannot clearly see the treatment site.
PLUME REMOVAL
Special care must be taken to prevent infection from the laser plume generated by vaporization of
virally or bacterially infected tissue. Ensure that appropriate protective equipment, including high-
speed suction to remove the plume, appropriately filtered masks, and other protective equipment is
used at all times during the laser procedure.
CAUTION: Laser plume may contain viable tissue particulates.
TREATMENT, TECHNIQUE, AND SETTINGS
Use your clinical judgment to determine all aspects of treatment including, but not limited to, the laser
treatment protocol, technique, power settings, pulse duration and interval settings, mode of
operation, as well as the accessories utilized (e.g. tip type) and other procedural requirements.
Closely observe and monitor clinical effects and use your judgment to determine the clinical
parameters and approach for the treatment. Make appropriate power, pulse length, and interval
adjustments to compensate for varying tissue compositions, density, and thickness. Always start
treatment at the lowest power setting for the specific indication and increase as required. BIOLASE
assumes no responsibility for parameters, techniques, methods or results.
CLINICAL ENVIRONMENT
Only use this device in clinical environments that observe proper standard aseptic techniques with all
oral procedures.

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4 Specifications
4.1 GENERAL
•Dimension (W x L x H)
5.7 in x 6.5 in. x 4.4 in (14.5 cm x 11.2 cm x 16.5 cm)
•Weight
2.5 lbs / 1kg
4.2 ELECTRICAL
•Operating voltage
100V - 240V ~ at 1.5A
•Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
•External Fuses
None
•Main control
Main Power Switch (ON/OFF Control Button)
•Remote Interruption
Remote interlock
•Disable Control
Emergency Stop Button
•Battery
Lithium Ion Rechargeable, 14.6V, 2.75Ah
•DC Power Supply Module
12V DC, 5A
4.3 LASER
•Laser Classification
IV (4)
•Medium
InGaAs Semi-conductor diode
•Wavelength
940 ± 10nm
•Max Power Output
10W
•Power Accuracy
± 20%
•Power Modes
Continuous, Pulse Modulation
•Fiber Tips Diameter
200µm, 300µm, 400µm
•Pulse Duration
0.01ms –20ms
•Pulse Interval
0.04ms –20ms
•Pulse Repetition Rate
Up to 20kHz (for reference)
•Spot Size
>Surgical Handpiece
400µm (maximum in contact mode)
>Deep Tissue Handpiece
30mm diameter = 7.1cm2 area
>Whitening Handpiece
35mm x 8mm = 2.8cm2
•NOHD (Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance)
2.71 meters
•MPE (Maximum Permissible Exposure)
30W/m2
•Beam Divergence
7- 25.4° per side angle
•Standard Fiber Cable Length
79 inches (2 meters)
4.4 OTHER LIGHT SOURCES
•Aiming Beam
Laser diode, max 5 mW, 625nm –670nm, Class 2

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5 Equipment Description
5.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS
The Epic X laser system includes the following:
1. Laser Console
2. Peel-off Screen Protectors (qty. 30)
3. Assorted Surgical Tips
4. Surgical Handpiece (qty. 2)
5. Laser Protective Eyewear (qty. 3)
6. DC Power Supply Module
7. Power Cord (one (1) U.S, one (1) International)
8. Welcome Kit (Includes User Manual and Quick Setup Guide)
9. Laser Warning Sign
10. Tip Initiation Kit
11. Remote Interlock Cable
12. Footswitch
13. Philips-Head Screwdriver (for installing Footswitch batteries)
14. AAA Batteries (qty. 2)
Optional Accessories:
•Whitening Handpiece
•Deep Tissue Handpiece
WARNING: No modification of this equipment is allowed.

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5 Equipment Description
5.2 GENERAL
The Epix X system consists of three components:
Figures 5.1
Base Console
Fiber Delivery System
LED Indicators
LED Indicators
Control Button
Fiber Storage Channel
Wireless Footswitch
Fiber Optic Cable
Tip
Handpiece

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BASE CONSOLE
The base console is portable, contains the diode laser and all the elements which power the laser,
and has a touchscreen which allows the user to navigate from screen to screen, select procedures,
enter and/or change settings, etc. (Figure 5.1).
CONTROL BUTTON:
Activates the controls and console display; places the laser into Standby, Ready, or Sleep mode.
LED Indicators:
Solid Amber = Standby mode
Blinking Blue = Pairing active
Solid Green = Ready mode
Blinking Green = Laser is firing
Blinking Amber = System error
FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM
The fiber delivery system (Figure 5.2) consists
of the Fiber Optic Cable, the reusable surgical
Handpiece, and the fiber Tips, and transmits
laser radiation from the laser console through
the Handpiece and fiber Tips to the target
tissue. The Fiber Optic Cable is permanently
attached to the base console.
SURGICAL HANDPIECE
The Surgical Handpiece (Figure 5.3) is a re-
usable Handpiece. It is a conduit for delivering
the optical energy produced by the laser to the
treatment site and must be cleaned and
sterilized between patients to avoid cross-
contamination (See Section 9).
WHITENING HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL)
The Whitening Handpiece is a re-usable
Handpiece used in conjunction with the Biolase
LaserWhite 20 Whitening Gel for teeth
whitening; packaging includes disposable non-
sterile shields for single-patient use (Figure 5.4)
which are installed over the Handpiece lens
prior to each use.
Figure 5.2
Figure 5.3
Figure 5.4

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DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL)
The Deep Tissue Handpiece is a re-usable
Handpiece used for pain therapy (Figure 5.5).
The Handpiece is equipped with disposable
non-sterile shields for single patient use. The
shields are applied to the spacer and discarded
after one-time use.
WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH
The Epic X laser will only emit laser energy
when the user presses down on the Footswitch
while the laser is in Ready mode. It is designed
to work using wireless technology and is
powered by two AAA batteries which are
installed prior to shipment from the factory; it
ships already paired to the base console.
The Footswitch is protected by a metal cover.
To access, first press down on the cover to
unlatch it, then press the Footswitch to fire the
laser (Figure 5.6).
Figure 5.5
Cover
Footswitch
Figure 5.6

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6Safety
Failure to comply with the precautions and warnings described in this user manual may lead to
exposure to dangerous optical radiation sources. Please comply with all safety instructions and
warnings.
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified in this User Manual may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
6.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these safety instructions before and during treatments:
•When the laser is in use, all operatory entrances must be marked with an appropriate warning
sign (included - see Appendix C).
•Do not operate in the presence of explosive or flammable materials. Flammable anesthetics
or oxidizing gases such as nitrous oxide (N2O) and oxygen (O2) should be avoided. Solvents
of adhesives and flammable solutions used for cleaning and disinfecting should be allowed to
evaporate before the laser is used. Attention should also be drawn to the danger of ignition of
endogenous gases.
•All persons present in the operatory must wear laser protective eyewear. Always ensure
that the laser protective eyewear is appropriate for the laser wavelength; refer to the markings
on the eyewear itself for the specifications of the protection provided.
•Prior to use inspect the eyewear for pitting and/or cracking; do not use if damaged; for
replacement or additional laser protective eyewear, please contact BIOLASE.
•Do not look directly into the beam or at specular reflections.
•Never direct or point the beam at a person’s eyes.
•Do not aim the laser at metallic or reflective surfaces, such as surgical instruments or dental
mirrors. If aimed directly at these surfaces the laser beam will reflect, creating a potential
hazard
•Always place the system into Standby mode (by pressing the control button while in Ready
mode) before exchanging Handpieces or disposable Tips.
•Always ensure that the proper laser parameters are set before the Epic X laser is used in a
clinical procedure.
•Toggle the ON/OFF switch (located on the rear of the console) to the OFF (O) position before
leaving the unit unattended.
•Do not use the Epic X if the Fiber Optic Cable is damaged or broken.
•Do not use the laser if there's a suspicion it is not functioning properly or other than
described in this User Manual.

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6 Safety
WARNING: DO NOT open the console housing at any time. Danger from optical
radiation may exist. DO NOT aim the laser at metallic or reflective surfaces, such as
surgical instruments or dental mirrors. If aimed directly at these surfaces the laser
beam will reflect creating a potential hazard.
CAUTION: DO NOT position this equipment so that it is difficult to pull the plug
from the power source.
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be
connected to a supply mains with protective earth.
CAUTION: High temperatures produced in the normal use of this laser equipment
may ignite some materials (e.g., cotton wool when saturated with oxygen); solvents or
adhesives and flammable solutions used for cleaning and disinfecting should be
allowed to evaporate before the laser equipment is used.
CAUTION: Be aware that the metal/plastic cannula on the Tips may become hot
during use. Avoid contact of the cannula with any tissue.
CAUTION: This laser system has been designed and tested to meet the
requirements of electromagnetic, electrostatic, and radio frequency interference
standards. However, the possibility of electromagnetic or other interference may still
exist. Relocating the device may help to eliminate the interference.
6.2 SAFETY CLASSIFICATION
The following safety classifications are applicable to the device:
•Laser radiation –Class 4
•Aiming Beam –Class 2
•Type of protections against electrical shock –Class 1
•Degree of protection against electrical shock –Type B applied part
•Not protected against water ingress –Ordinary equipment
•Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anesthetic mixture
•Operation mode –Continuous wave and pulse mode
•Wireless Footswitch –IPX6

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6.3 SAFETY FEATURES
ENERGY MONITOR
The energy monitor measures and verifies power output.
Power deviations of more than ± 20% from the selected
value will cause the display to show the error message:
“LASER CURRENT HIGH/LOW”.
The laser console will not operate until the system first
clears the error and then goes into Ready mode. If the
error message persists, please contact BIOLASE Service
at 1-800-321-6717 or your BIOLASE-authorized service
representative.
SYSTEM MONITOR
The system monitors the emergency stop switch, remote
key, wireless Footswitch connection, and output power. An
error in any one of these will stop the system. The text
display will indicate the type of error. Operation cannot
resume until the error is cleared.
POWER SWITCH
The laser console can be switched ON ( I ) or OFF (O)
using the power switch on the back of the console. Turn
the power switch OFF (O) only when the system will not be
in use for a long period of time.
ACCESS KEY CODE
The Access Key Code (888) prevents unauthorized use of
the system. It is activated every time the system is turned
ON with the power switch.
Placing the laser in Sleep mode by pressing and holding
the Control button on the front panel of the console does
not re-set the access key code.
CONTROL BUTTON
Once the power switch is set to the ON ( I ) position, enter
the access key code. After setting the desired parameters
for a procedure, press the CONTROL button on the control
panel to enter into Ready mode. The aiming beam will
illuminate to indicate that the system is ready for use.
Figure 6.1: Power Switch, DC
Power Input, Remote Interlock
Figure 6.2: DC Power Supply
Module

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WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH
The Epic X will not emit laser energy until the user presses
down on the Footswitch while the laser is in Ready mode.
The Footswitch is designed to work using wireless
technology and is paired to the laser console at the factory.
REMOTE INTERLOCK
This feature allows the laser to be connected to a remote
sensor which prevents it from firing when the sensor is
triggered. To install the remote interlock, insert the plug (a)
at the end of the connector (Figure 6.4) into the rear of the
laser console and attach the two wires (b) at the other end
to a door switch; the laser will stop immediately when the
connection to the door switch is deactivated, i.e., when the
door is opened.
EMERGENCY STOP
Press the red emergency laser stop button (Figure 6.5) to
instantly turn off the laser console. The message
“Emergency Switch Error” will appear on the console
display and the amber LED will begin flashing. To clear the
error, press the emergency laser stop button again; in 2 to
5 seconds the amber LED will stop flashing and the system
will automatically go into Standby mode.
FUNCTIONAL DISPLAY
The system color display with touch screen and LED
indicators on the control panel shows the functional
conditions of the system.
CAUTION: Use only the DC Power Supply
Module supplied with the Epic X laser
system. (BIOLASE P/N 2400075)
Figure 6.3: Wireless
Footswitch
Figure 6.4: Remote Interlock
Connector
Figure 6.5: Emergency Laser
Stop

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7 Installation and Set-Up
7.1 SYSTEM SETUP
NOTE: The laser ships with the lithium ion battery pack already installed.
FACILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Electrical Supply: 100V - 240V ~ at 1.5A, 50/60Hz
Environmental: Temperature 15-35 ºC (59-95 ºF), Humidity 10-90%, non-condensing
•Place the unit in a clean, dry, and well-ventilated area; do not cover or block the ventilation
channels. These channels provide an air-flow path to cool the unit.
•Verify the power switch is in the OFF (O) position.
•Epic X will work using either DC power or its rechargeable battery pack:
oDC Power Supply Module: Connect the DC power supply module to the laser console,
attach one end of the power cord to the DC power supply module and plug the other
end of the power cord into a wall outlet.
oRechargeable Battery: The Epic X is shipped with the battery pack already installed;
to charge the battery pack, connect the power cord of the DC power supply module to
the laser console and plug into a wall outlet. Before first use, fully charge the battery
(at least 3 hours). Once the battery is charged, unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet and the laser console. The laser console will run on battery power alone. To
fully charge the battery, plug the DC power supply module in and then turn the laser
console ON ( I ) at the power switch. The laser console will start to charge and the unit
will go into Sleep mode (the screen is dark) after 5 minutes; if the power supply is
plugged in but the console is turned OFF (O) at the power switch, the battery will still
charge, but at a slower rate.
7.2 THE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
The Epic X ships with the Fiber Optic Cable built into the laser console and cannot be disconnected
from the console
For storage, wind the Fiber Optic Cable in the fiber storage channel around the base of the console
in a counterclockwise direction.
CAUTION: Do not bend the Fiber Optic Cable at a sharp angle, as it can break. Make
sure it is not caught or pinched between the housing and the fiber optic outputplug.

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7.3 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: The surgical Handpiece is not sterile when shipped and MUST be sterilized
prior to initial use and cleaned and sterilized between patients.
To connect the Handpiece to the Fiber Optic Cable, push the Handpiece onto the fiber shaft, without
twisting, until it clicks into place and is secured (Figures 7.1, 7.2). If no click is audible, disconnect the
Handpiece and then re-install it.
Figure 7.2: Surgical Handpiece Assembly fully assembled
Fiber Shaft
Protective Cap
Collar
Handpiece
Figure 7.1: Connecting the Handpiece to the Fiber Optic Cable

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To disconnect the Handpiece from the Fiber Optic Cable (Figure 7.3):
1. Take the Handpiece body in one hand and the shaft in the other,
2. Pushing the two buttons on the fiber shaft,
3. Gently pull the Handpiece by the collar to separate it from the fiber shaft, without twisting.
7.4 SINGLE-USE TIPS
The Tips are single-use accessories and are provided in three core diameters: 200μm, 300μm, and
400μm, and in different lengths (see Appendix A).
7.3 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Tips are single-use only to avoid cross-contamination and are designed to
withstand only a single sterilization cycle; they must be disposed of after use in a
biohazard medical waste sharps container. Always visually inspect the Tip prior to use
to make sure it is free of debris or damage.
To connect the Tip, remove the protective cap from the end of the fiber shaft, connect the Handpiece
to the Fiber, then insert the tip firmly into the distal end of the Handpiece as far as it will go and
tighten by turning clockwise (Figure 7.4). Bend the metal cannula according the specific procedure
requirements (Figure 7.7).
Remove the fiber Tip by twisting the Tip counterclockwise (Figure 7.5).
Figure 7.5: Remove the fiber Tip by twisting the Tip counterclockwise.
Figure7.3: Disconnecting the Handpiece from the Fiber Optic Cable
Figure 7.4: Insert the fiber Tip into the Handpiece and twist clockwise until snug