Biolase EPIC X User manual

User Manual

Epic X User Manual
1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 6
2 INDICATIONS FOR USE.................................................................................................. 7
3 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................ 8
3.1 General ......................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Electrical ................................................................................................................................. 8
3.3 Laser. ...................................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Other Light Sources................................................................................................................ 8
4 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................... 9
4.1 System Components .................................................................................................................... 9
4.2 General ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Base Console ............................................................................................................................. 11
Fiber Delivery System................................................................................................................. 11
Surgical Handpiece..................................................................................................................... 11
Whitening Handpiece (optional).................................................................................................. 11
Deep Tissue Handpiece (optional).............................................................................................. 12
Wireless Footswitch.................................................................................................................... 12
5 CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS, AND PRECAUTIONS....................................... 13
5.1 Contraindications ........................................................................................................................ 13
5.2 Warnings and Precautions.......................................................................................................... 13
Prescription Statement ............................................................................................................... 13
Training ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Eyewear...................................................................................................................................... 13
Anesthesia .................................................................................................................................. 13
Adjacent Structures .................................................................................................................... 14
Suction........................................................................................................................................ 14
Plume Removal .......................................................................................................................... 14
Treatment, Technique and Settings ............................................................................................ 14
Clinical Environment ................................................................................................................... 14
6 SAFETY WITH THE EPIC X .......................................................................................... 15
6.1 Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 16
6.2 SafetyClassication ................................................................................................................... 16
6.3 Safety Features .......................................................................................................................... 17
Energy Monitor ........................................................................................................................... 17
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System Monitor........................................................................................................................... 17
Power Switch .............................................................................................................................. 17
Access Key Code ....................................................................................................................... 17
Control Button............................................................................................................................. 17
Wireless Footswitch.................................................................................................................... 18
Remote Interlock......................................................................................................................... 18
Emergency Stop ......................................................................................................................... 18
Functional Display ...................................................................................................................... 18
7 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ........................................................................................ 19
7.1 System Setup ............................................................................................................................. 19
7.2 Connecting the Fiber .................................................................................................................. 19
7.3 Surgical Handpiece Assembly .................................................................................................... 20
7.4 Single-Use Tips........................................................................................................................... 21
7.5 Connecting the Whitening Handpiece (Optional Accessory) ...................................................... 23
7.6 Connecting the Deep_Tissue handpiece (Optional Accessory).................................................. 24
7.7 Operation-Turn on the Epic X ..................................................................................................... 26
7.8 Home Screen.............................................................................................................................. 26
7.9 Settings Screen .......................................................................................................................... 27
7.10 Pairing the Footswitch to the Laser Console .............................................................................. 27
7.11 Control Button............................................................................................................................. 28
7.12 Entering Ready or Standby Modes............................................................................................. 29
7.13 Ready Mode ............................................................................................................................... 29
7.14 Wireless Footswitch.................................................................................................................... 29
7.15 Peak Power Display.................................................................................................................... 30
7.16 Pulse Mode Selection ................................................................................................................. 30
7.17 Using the Epic X Touch Screen Display ..................................................................................... 31
7.18 Procedures Button ...................................................................................................................... 32
7.19 Turn the Laser Console Off......................................................................................................... 32
8 CLINICAL APPLICATIONS............................................................................................ 33
8.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 33
8.2 Soft-Tissue Surgery and Other Dental Use ................................................................................ 33
Tip Initiation: Parameters and Method (Not Required if using Pre-Initiated Tips) ....................... 33
Pre-Programmed Settings for Dental Procedures ...................................................................... 34
8.3 Table of Pre-Programmed Settings............................................................................................. 35
8.4 Teeth Whitening .......................................................................................................................... 37
Preset Values.............................................................................................................................. 37
8.5 Pain Therapy .............................................................................................................................. 37
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Preset Values.............................................................................................................................. 38
Pain Therapy-Adverse Effects .................................................................................................... 38
Pain Therapy-Warning and Precautions ..................................................................................... 39
Recommended Use .................................................................................................................... 40
9 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 41
9.1 Daily Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 41
9.2 Cleaning and Sterilization Procedures........................................................................................ 41
Step 1- Cleaning Process- Surgical Handpiece.......................................................................... 41
Step 2- Sterilization Process- Surgical Handpiece ..................................................................... 42
Step 3- Disinfecting the Fiber Optic Cable.................................................................................. 43
Disinfecting the Whitening Handpiece ........................................................................................ 43
Disinfecting the Deep Tissue Handpiece Fiber........................................................................... 43
9.3 Fiber Optic Lens Inspection and Cleaning.................................................................................. 44
Lens Inspection Procedure ......................................................................................................... 44
Cleaning the Lens....................................................................................................................... 44
9.4 Installing/Replacing the Console Battery Pack ........................................................................... 45
9.5 Changing the Wireless Footswitch Batteries .............................................................................. 45
9.6 Transportation............................................................................................................................. 46
9.7 Storage ....................................................................................................................................... 46
10 CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................... 47
11 SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION....................................................................................... 47
12 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 48
APPENDIX A- TIP GUIDE................................................................................................... 50
Non-Initiated ........................................................................................................................................ 50
Pre-Initiated ......................................................................................................................................... 51
APPENDIX B- ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................... 52
APPENDIX C- LABELING.................................................................................................. 53
APPENDIX D- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS ............ 57
APPENDIX E- ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY.................................................... 59
APPENDIX F- WIRELESS EQUIPMENT COMPLIANCE STATEMENT............................ 63
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6Epic X User Manual
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exibleber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 for any service needs.
This device must be installed, operated, and maintained according to the guidelines of
CAN/CSA-Z386-14.
Introduction

Epic X User Manual
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specicindications:
• 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,
inamedandnecrosedsoft-tissuewithin
the periodontal pocket
• Sulcular debridement (removal of diseased,
infected,inamed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
related to temporomandibular joint disorders,
the temporary increase in local blood
circulation;thetemporaryrelaxationofmuscle.
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3.1 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 / 1 kg.
3.2 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, 14.4 V, 2.9 Ah.
• DC Power Supply Module 12V DC, 5 A.
3.3 LASER
• LaserClassication IV(4).
• Medium InGaAsP Semi-conductor diode.
• Wavelength 940 ± 10 nm.
• MaxPowerOutput 10W.
• Power Accuracy ± 20%.
• Power Modes Continuous, Pulse Modulation.
• Fiber Tips Diameter 200µm, 300 µm, 400 µm.
• Pulse Duration 0.01 ms – 20 ms.
• Pulse Interval 0.01 ms – 20 ms.
• Pulse Repetition Rate Up to 20 kHz (for reference).
• Spot Size
• SurgicalHandpiece 400µm(maximumincontactmode).
• Deep Tissue Handpiece 30 mm diameter = 7.1 cm2area.
• WhiteningHandpiece Rectangular35mmx8mm=2.8cm2
• NOHD 2.7 meters.
• Beam Divergence 8- 22° per side angle.
• Standard Fiber Cable Length 5 feet (1.524 meters).
3.4 OTHER LIGHT SOURCES
• AimingBeam Laserdiode,max1mW,625nm–670nm,Class2.
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4.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS
The Epic X laser system includes the following:
1. Laser Console (Lithium Ion Battery Pack Already Installed).
2.  ScreenProtectorsBox(Peel-offClearScreenCover-qty.30).
3. Fiber Optic Cable Assembly (Installed).
4. Assorted Surgical Tips.
5. Surgical Handpiece (2).
6. Laser Protective Eyewear (3).
7. DC Power Supply and Power Cord (1).
8. Welcome Kit (Includes User Manual and Quick Setup Guide).
9. Laser Warning Sign.
10. Tip Initiation Kit.
11. Remote Interlock Cable.
12. Philips-Head Screwdriver (For Installing Footswitch Batteries).
13. Footswitch.
14. AAA Batteries (2).
Optional Accessories:
• Whitening Handpiece.
• Deep Tissue Handpiece.
WARNING: No modication of this equipment is allowed.
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4.2 GENERAL
The Epic X system consists of three components:
LED Indicators
Control Button
Fiber Storage Channel
Base Console
Fiber Delivery System
Figure 4.1
Wireless Footswitch
Fiber Optic Assembly
Handpiece
Tip
LED Indicators
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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 4.1).
CONTROL BUTTON:
Activates the controls and display; places the laser into Standby, Ready, or Sleep mode.
LED Indicators: Amber = Standby mode
Green = Ready mode
Blinking green = Laser is ring
Blinking blue = Pairing active
FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM
TheberdeliverysystemconsistsofFiberOpticCable,the
reusablesurgicalHandpiece,andtheberTips,andtransmitslaser
radiationfromthelaserconsolethroughtheHandpieceandber
Tips to the target tissue. The laser ships from the factory with the
Fiber Optic Cable already attached to the base console
(Figure 4.2).
SURGICAL HANDPIECE
The surgical Handpiece is re-usable and detachable from the
ber(Figure4.3).Itistheconduitthroughwhichlaserenergy
owsfromthelaser,throughtheFiberOpticCable,totheTip.
WHITENING HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL)
The Whitening/Contour Handpiece is a re-usable
Handpiece which can be used for teeth whitening and
comes equipped with disposable non-sterile shields for
single-patient use (Figure 4.4).
Figure 4.2
Figure 4.3
Figure 4.4
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DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE (OPTIONAL)
The deep tissue Handpiece is a re-usable Handpiece used
for pain therapy (Figure 4.5). 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 is already paired to the
base console.
The Footswitch is protected by a metal cover. To access,
rstpressdownonthecovertounlatchit,thenpressthe
Footswitchtorethelaser.
Figure 4.5
Figure 4.6
Footswitch
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5.1 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debrillators),lungdisease,bleedingdisorders,
sleepapnea,animmunesystemdeciency,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.
5.2 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
PRESCRIPTION STATEMENT
U.S. Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a dentist or physician or other
licensed medical 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 professionalism in determining all aspects of treatment, technique,
proper power settings, interval, duration, etc.
EYEWEAR
Doctor, patient, assistant and all others inside or entering the operatory must wear appropriate laser
protection eyewear for the 940 nm wavelength, OD 4 or greater (OD4+) whenever the laser is in use.
Prior to use, inspect eyewear for pitting and/or cracking. Replace if damaged; do not use.
CAUTION:ThespecicationsfortheprotectiveeyewearprovidedwiththeEpicXlaser
system are marked on the side of the glasses: 800 - 820, 920 - <955 nm DIR LB4 (OD4+).
Alwayschecktheeyewearspecicationsmarkedontheglassestoensuretheyofferthe
requiredprotectionforthespeciclaserwavelength.
For additional information, refer to the instructions for use provided with the glasses.
ANESTHESIA
In soft-tissue cases anesthesia may not be required, but patients should be closely monitored for signs
of pain or discomfort at all times. If such signs are present, adjust settings, apply anesthesia, or cease
treatment if required.
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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
lling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eldofvisionduringtreatment.Donotre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lteredmasks,andotherprotectiveequipment,isusedatalltimes
during the laser procedure.
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 (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specic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.
CAUTION: Laser plume may contain viable tissue particalates
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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.
LASER WARNING: DO NOT open the console housing at any time. This device contains
no user-serviceable parts. Any attempt to modify or repair the laser by anyone other than an
authorizedBIOLASEtechnicianorBIOLASE-trainedrepresentativemayleadtoexposure
to laser radiation and collateral laser radiation, and void the product warranty.
LASER WARNING: This device contains no displaceable portions of protective housing
that could allow human access to hazardous levels of laser or collateral radiation.
LASER WARNING: DONOTaimthelaseratmetallicorreectivesurfaces,suchas
surgical instruments or dental mirrors. If aimed directly at these surfaces the laser beam
willreectandcreateapotentialhazard.
Symbol warns of laser beam hazard. Always wear appropriate eye protection.
Symbol indicates laser aperture is at the end of the Fiber Optic Cable; when
attached to the laser console, visible and/or invisible laser radiation is emitted from
this aperture.
WARNING: No modication of this equipment is allowed.
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adhesiveand
ammable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
elctromagnetic, electrostatic, and radio frequency interferenece standards. However, the
possiblityofelectromagneticorotherinterferencemaystillexist.Relocatingthedevicemay
help to eliminate the interference.
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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ammablematerials.Flammableanesthetics
oroxidizinggasessuchasnitrousoxide(N2O)andoxygen(O2) should be avoided. Solvents
ofadhesivesandammablesolutionsusedforcleaninganddisinfectingshouldbeallowed
to evaporate before laser is used. Attention should also be drawn to the danger of ignition of
endogenous gases.
• All persons present in the operatory must wear the appropriate laser protection eyewear. Always
ensure that the laser protective eyewear is appropriate for the 940 nm wavelength (OD4+). Prior to
use inspect the eyewear for pitting and/or cracking; do not use if damaged.
• Do notlookdirectlyintothebeamoratspecularreections.
• Never direct or point the beam at a person’s eyes.
• 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laseriftheberopticcableisdamagedorbroken.
6.2 SAFETY CLASSIFICATION
• Thefollowingsafetyclassicationsareapplicabletothedevice:
• Laser radiation – Class 4.
• Aiming beam – Class 2.
• Type of protections against electrical shock – Class 2.
• Degree of protection against electrical shock – Type B applied part.
• Not protected against water ingress – Ordinary equipment.
• Notsuitableforuseinpresenceofammable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veries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rst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: Power Supply
Module with Cord
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Figure 6.3:
Wireless Footswitch
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.
REMOTE INTERLOCK
This feature allows the laser to be connected to a remote sensor
whichpreventsitfromringwhenthesensoristriggered.Toinstall
the remote interlock, insert the plug (a) at the end of the connector
into the rear of the laser console (Figure 6.4) 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 error screen will display an
“Emergency Switch Error” message and the amber LED will begin
ashing.Tocleartheerror,presstheemergencylaserstopbutton
again;in2to5secondstheamberLEDwillstopashing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 power supply module supplied with the Epic X laser system.
(BIOLASE P/N 2400129)
Figure 6.4:
Remote Interlock Connector
Figure 6.5:
Emergency Laser Stop
(a)
(b)
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Figure 7.2: Optical Access Port
Figure 7.1: Fiber Optic Cable Access Plug
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7.1 SYSTEM SETUP
• Place the unit in a clean, dry, and well-ventilated area; do not cover or block the ventilation
channels.Thesechannelsprovideanair-ow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
 DC Power: Connect the power cord of the power supply to the laser console and plug into a
wall outlet.
 Rechargeable Battery: To charge the battery pack, connect the power cord of the DC power
supplytothelaserconsoleandplugintoawalloutlet.Beforerst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 power supply 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 CONNECTING THE FIBER
The Epic X ships with the Fiber Optic Cable already attached.
To disconnect the Fiber Optic Cable from the laser
console, make sure the laser console is
turned off and the cable is completely
unwound from the console base, grab the
Fiber Optic Cable access plug and slowly pull it
straight back from the optical access port (Figure 7.1).
To re-install the Fiber Optic Cable, make sure
the laser console is turned off. The Fiber
Optic Cable is attached to the console by inserting
the optical access plug (Figure 7.1) into the optical
access port (Figure 7.2).
CAUTION:DonotconnectordisconnectthebercablewhilethelaserconsoleisturnedON.
OnlyconnectordisconnecttheberwhenthelaserconsoleisturnedOFF
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Forstorage,windthecableintheberstoragechannelaroundthebaseoftheconsoleina
counterclockwise direction.
7.3 SURGICAL HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY
ToconnecttheHandpiecetotheFiberOpticCable,pushtheHandpieceontothebershaft,without
twisting, until it clicks into place and is secured (Figures 7.3, 7.4). If no click is audible, disconnect the
Handpiece and then re-install it.
Figure 7.3: Connecting the Handpiece to the Fiber Optic Cable assembly
Figure 7.4: Surgical Handpiece Assembly fully assembled
CAUTION: Do not bend the Fiber Optic Cable at a sharp angle, as it is can break. Make sure
itisnotcaughtorpinchedbetweenthehousingandtheberopticaccessplug.
CAUTION: The surgical Handpiece is not sterile when sold and MUST be sterilized prior to
initial use, and cleaned and sterilized between patients.
Protective Cap
Fiber Shaft
Collar
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Handpiece