
Otherwise, inaccurate power outputs may result.
ailure of the high frequency electrosurgical equipment could result in an unintended increase
of output power.
The instrument receptacles on this generator are designed to accept only one instrument at
a time. Do not attempt to connect more than one instrument at a time into a given receptacle.
Doing so will cause simultaneous activation of the instruments.
Use the lowest output setting necessary to achieve the desired surgical effect. Use the active elec-
trode only for the minimum time necessary in order to lessen the possibility of unintended burn
injury. Pediatric applications and/or procedures performed on small anatomic structures
may require reduced power settings. The higher the current flow, and the longer the current is
applied, the greater the possibility of unintended thermal damage to tissue, especially during
use on small structures.
or all monopolar modes, if the Generator is activated with the rated duty cycle of 10 seconds on /
30 seconds off, the surface skin temperature under the Bovie® patient return pads will not rise by
more than 6°C if the skin and pad are prepared properly. However, be aware that activation times
longer than the rated duty cycle of 10 seconds on / 30 seconds off, particularly at high power
settings, the surface skin that is under the Bovie patient return pads may continue increasing in
temperature by more than 6°C.
Avoid using power settings that would exceed the highest maximum voltage that is acceptable for
each accessory. Choose only accessories that will withstand each mode and power setting.
To avoid incompatibility and unsafe operation, use suitable cables, accessories, active and neutral
electrodes, including values for the highest allowed H. . peak voltage.
Some accessories have multiple buttons that can deliver different surgical effects. Verify
accessory features and proper mode settings prior to activation.
Connected accessories need be rated for at least the maximum peak output voltage of the H. .
generator set at the intended output control setting in the intended operating mode.
Associated equipment and accessories used must be rated to withstand the combination of the
Vpeak rating and Crest actor for the following R modes, Blend, Pinpoint and Spray.
The output power selected should be as low as possible for the intended purpose. Certain devices
or accessories may present a safety hazard at low power settings.
Apparent low output or failure of the Specialist | PRO to function correctly at the normal operating
settings may indicate faulty application of the neutral electrode or poor contact in its connections.
In this case, the application of the neutral electrode and its connections should be checked before
selecting a higher output power.
When using Cut mode, associated equipment and active accessories should be selected that have
a rated accessory voltage equal to or greater than 1250 Vpeak max.
When using Blend mode, associated equipment and active accessories should be selected that
have a rated accessory voltage equal to or greater than 1850 Vpeak max.
When using Coagulation mode, associated equipment and active accessories should be selected
that have a rated accessory voltage equal to or greater than 3300 Vpeak max.
When using ulguration mode, associated equipment and active accessories should be selected
that have a rated accessory voltage equal to or greater than 3900 Vpeak max.
When using Bipolar mode, associated equipment and active accessories should be selected that
have a rated accessory voltage equal to or greater than 1200 Vpeak max.
Use electrosurgery with caution in the presence of internal or external devices such as pacemak-
ers or pulse generators. Interference produced by the use of electrosurgical devices can cause
devices such as pacemakers to enter an asynchronous mode or can block the pacemaker effect
entirely. Consult the device manufacturer or hospital Cardiology Department for further information
when use of electrosurgical appliances is planned for patients with cardiac pacemakers or other
implantable devices.
If the patient has an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), contact the ICD manufacturer
for instructions before performing an electrosurgical procedure. Electrosurgery may cause
multiple activation of ICDs.
Do not use electrosurgical equipment unless properly trained to use it in the specific procedure
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