Reichert 7 User manual

Reichert®7
Auto Tonometer
User’s Guide

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Contents
Warnings & Cautions....................................................................................... 4
Symbols........................................................................................................... 6
Introduction...................................................................................................... 7
Indications for Use..................................................................................... 7
Contraindications....................................................................................... 7
Instrument Setup ............................................................................................... 8
Unpacking Instructions .............................................................................. 8
Shipping Protector ..................................................................................... 8
Application of Input Power......................................................................... 9
Disconnection of Input Power.................................................................... 9
 PartsIdentication ................................................................................... 10
Accessories ............................................................................................. 10
IconDenition.......................................................................................... 11
Default Settings ....................................................................................... 12
Customized Options .......................................................................... 13
Tonometer Settings.................................................................................. 14
Printout Settings ...................................................................................... 15
Communication Settings.......................................................................... 16
General Settings...................................................................................... 17
Instructions for Use ..........................................................................................18
Alignment and Measurement................................................................... 18
Demo Puff................................................................................................ 23
LowCondenceReadings....................................................................... 24
Too Far Activated..................................................................................... 26
Printing Measurement Data..................................................................... 27
Cleaning & Maintenance ................................................................................. 28
Fuses....................................................................................................... 28
External Cleaning .................................................................................... 28
Forehead Rest Cleaning.......................................................................... 28
Operator Display Cleaning ...................................................................... 28
Printer Paper............................................................................................ 28
Positioning Windows and Airtube Cleaning............................................. 29
Forehead Rest Pad Replacement ........................................................... 30
Troubleshooting................................................................................................31
Help Screens ........................................................................................... 31
Chart of Common Errors ........................................................................ 32
Print-Related Errors................................................................................. 33
Specications .................................................................................................. 34
Classications ................................................................................................. 35
Guidance Tables............................................................................................ 36
Warranty ........................................................................................................ 39

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Reichert Technologies®is not responsible for the safety and reliability of this instrument when:
• Assembly,disassembly,repair,ormodicationismadebyunauthorizeddealersorpersons.
• Instrument is not used in accordance with this User’s Guide.
WARNING: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: UNITED STATES FEDERAL LAW AND EUROPEAN REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT
THIS DEVICE BE PURCHASED ONLY BY A PHYSICIAN OR A PERSON ACTING ON BEHALF OF A
PHYSICIAN.
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT SHOULD BE USED IN STRICT ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED IN THIS USER’S GUIDE. THE SAFETY OF THE OPERATOR AND THE
PERFORMANCE OF THE INSTRUMENT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED IF USED IN A MANNER NOT
SPECIFIED BY REICHERT TECHNOLOGIES.
WARNING: DO NOT REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS INSTRUMENT WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION FROM
THE MANUFACTURER. ANY REPAIR OR SERVICE TO THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE PERFORMED
BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL OR DEALERS WHO ARE TRAINED BY REICHERT OR SERIOUS
INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR PATIENT MAY OCCUR.
WARNING: MODIFICATIONS TO THIS INSTRUMENT ARE NOT ALLOWED. ANY MODIFICATION
TO THIS UNIT MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY REICHERT OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OPERATOR
OR PATIENT MAY OCCUR.
WARNING: IF THIS INSTRUMENT IS MODIFIED, APPROPRIATE INSPECTION AND TESTING
MUST BE CONDUCTED TO ENSURE CONTINUED SAFE USE OF THIS INSTRUMENT.
WARNING: TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED
TO A SUPPLY MAINS WITH PROTECTIVE EARTH OR DAMAGE TO THIS INSTRUMENT AND/OR
INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR PATIENT MAY OCCUR.
WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE VOLTAGE APPLIED TO THE UNIT IS THE SAME AS THE VOLTAGE
THAT IS INDICATED ON THE DATA PLATE OR DAMAGE TO THE INSTRUMENT AND/OR INJURY TO
THE OPERATOR OR PATIENT MAY OCCUR.
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE PLUGGED INTO AN OUTLET WITH AN EARTH GROUND.
DO NOT REMOVE OR DEFEAT THE EARTH GROUND CONNECTION ON POWER INPUT
CONNECTOR OR THE UNIT’S POWER CORD OF THIS INSTRUMENT OR DAMAGE TO IT AND/OR
INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR PATIENT MAY OCCUR.
WARNING: THE EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE USED ADJACENT TO OR STACKED
WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT AND THAT IF ADJACENT OR STACKED USE IS NECESSARY, THE
EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM SHOULD BE OBSERVED TO VERIFY NORMAL OPERATION IN THE
CONFIGURATION IN WHICH IT WILL BE USED.
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE
ANESTHETIC MIXTURES, SUCH AS OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE FINGERS INTO THE OPENING SURROUNDING THE NOSEPIECE.
Warnings & Cautions

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Warnings & Cautions (continued)
CAUTION: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY OF THE INSTRUMENT CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE SENSITIVE DEVICES (ESDS) THAT MAY BE SENSITIVE TO STATIC CHARGES
PRODUCED BY THE HUMAN BODY. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVERS WITHOUT TAKING PROPER
PRECAUTIONS.
CAUTION: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE CONNECTED TO EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE
THE CONTROL OF REICHERT TECHNOLOGIES OR MUST BE TESTED TO AN APPLICABLE IEC
OR ISO STANDARDS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR STRONG CLEANING SOLUTIONS ON ANY PART OF
THIS INSTRUMENT AS DAMAGE TO THE UNIT MAY OCCUR. SEE MAINTENANCE SECTION FOR
DETAILED CLEANING INSTRUCTION.
CAUTION: USE OF AMMONIA BASED CLEANERS ON THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD) MAY
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DISPLAY. SEE MAINTENANCE SECTION FOR DETAILED CLEANING
INSTRUCTION.
CAUTION: MEDICAL ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT NEEDS SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS REGARDING
EMC AND NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED AND PUT INTO SERVICE ACCORDING TO THE EMC
INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS.
CAUTION: PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT CAN AFFECT MEDICAL
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT TO BE USED NEAR HIGH-FREQUENCY EMITTING
SURGICAL EQUIPMENT.

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Symbols
Symbol Information
The following symbols appear on the instrument:
Caution symbol indicating important operating and maintenance
instructions that are included in this User’s Guide
Type B Applied Part
Alternating Current Power
Protective Earth Connection
ON / OFF
2016
Date of Manufacture
Manufacturer
REF Catalog Number
S/N Serial Number
Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Compliance to Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC
Authorized to mark given by Intertek ETL Semko for conformance
with electrical standards
Accompanying Documents must be consulted
Authorized Representative in European Community
Fragile Contents in Shipping Container - handle with care
Keep Dry - Package shall be kept away from rain
This Way Up - Indicates correct upright position of package

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Reichert®7 Auto Tonometer.
The Reichert 7 is an auto-aligning, non-contact tonometer used to measure the intraocular pressure
of the eye by delivering a very soft air puff or puffs to the eye.
This User’s Guide is designed as a training and reference manual for operation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting. We recommend that you read it carefully prior to use and follow the instructions
in the guide to ensure optimum performance of your new instrument. Properly trained eyecare
professionals such as ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and eye care technicians should
operate this instrument.
Please retain this guide for future reference and to share with other users. Additional copies can
be obtained from your authorized Reichert Technologies dealer or contact our Customer Service
department directly at:
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Indications for use
A tonometer is indicated for measuring intraocular pressure to aid in the screening and diagnosis of
glaucoma.
Contraindications
Use of the Reichert 7 is contraindicated in instances of:
• Edematous/ulcerated cornea
• Following keratoplasty
• Following penetrating trauma

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Instrument Setup
Great care has been taken to deliver your new Reichert 7 Auto Tonometer to you safely. The
container and packaging was specially designed to transport this unit. Please retain the packaging if
future transportation is required.
Unpacking Instructions
Please remove the packaging material from the instrument in the following
manner (Refer to images on left).
The instrument is packaged in a shipping container to protect the instrument
from damage during shipment. Please read the User’s Guide before
operating the unit. A Quick Reference Card is provided for your convenience
and reference during operation of the unit.
1. Remove the accessories from the shipping container.
Accessories box contains:
• Printer Paper (P/N 12430-887)
• Dust Cover (P/N 16050-089)
• Quick Reference Card (P/N 16050-104)
• User’s Guide (P/N 16050-101)
• Forehead Rest Pad (Spare) (P/N 16050-170)
• Power Cord (P/N RCBL10040 - 110V) or
(P/N RCBL10041 - 230V)
2. Remove the Top Foam (4 corners) from the shipping container.
3. Locate the handles on the sides of the inner box and remove the
inner box.
4. Lay the inner box on its side and remove the tape.
5. Remove the foam top and bottom inserts from the inner box.
6. Lift the Reichert 7 out of the inner box.
7. Take the Reichert 7 out of the plastic bag and set the unit on a
secure table.
8. Place the packing material in a safe place so that if transportation is
required in the future, it will be available.
Shipping Protector
The Reichert 7 comes with a shipping protector installed on the patient’s
side of the instrument. This protector ensures that the motor does not get
damaged during shipping. It is EXTREMELY important that this plastic
shim is saved and installed anytime the unit is shipped to prevent damage
to the motor and malfunction of the unit, most likely an M15 motor error.
CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO REMOVE THE SHIPPING PROTECTOR BE-
FORE OPERATING THE UNIT.
1. Pull the plastic Shipping Protector up and out of the opening on pa-
tient side of the instrument.
IMPORTANT: Do not throw away the Shipping Protector! Keep it with the rest of the packaging ma-
terial so that it can be re-installed if future shipment is necessary.
2. Continue with the instrument setup as indicated in the User’s Guide.
Note: Anytime the unit is shipped, this plastic Shipping Protector must be reinstalled, to prevent
any damage to the unit.
Inner Box
Opened Inner Box
Shipping Container
Inner Box
Accessories Box
Shipping Protector

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Application of Input Power
WARNING: CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO ARRANGE THE CABLES FOR THE ACCESSORIES SUCH THAT THEY
DO NOT PRESENT A TRIPPING HAZARD TO THE EXAMINER OR A DANGER TO THE PATIENT.
WARNING: POSITION THIS INSTRUMENT SO THAT IT IS NOT DIFFICULT TO OPERATE THE DISCONNECTION
DEVICE (PLUG).
1. After the unit is in its secure location, apply the correct input voltage to the instrument using the
Power Cord from the Accessory Tray.
2. Press down on the “|” located on the ON/OFF Switch. The power inlet is located on the
underside of the unit (Refer to page 10, item 8, for its location).
3. Read the User’s Guide and the Quick Reference Card before operating this instrument.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE OUTSIDE COVERS OF THE UNIT OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR ANY INTERNAL
PARTS. REPAIR AND SERVICE OF THE UNIT MUST BE PERFORMED BY EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL OR
DEALERS THAT ARE TRAINED BY REICHERT.
CAUTION: ENSURE THAT THE VOLTAGE APPLIED TO THE UNIT IS THE SAME AS THE VOLTAGE THAT IS
INDICATED ON THE DATA PLATE NEXT TO THE INPUT CORD RECEPTACLE OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT MAY
OCCUR.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST THE RISK OF FIRE, ANY REPLACEMENT OF DAMAGED
FUSES MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RATING AS INDICATED IN THE SPECIFICATIONS SECTION OF
THIS MANUAL.
Disconnection of Input Power
1. At any time, the power switch can be set to OFF. The unit does not have a power down sequence.
To terminate operation of this instrument, press the ON / OFF switch to the OFF position (O).
2. If this instrument is intended to be OFF for an extended period of time, it can be disconnected from
power by detaching the power cord from the its receptacle.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Parts Identification
1. Operator Display: Displays measurement data.
2. Printer Door: Door (push to open) to access printer paper.
3. Forehead Rest: Alignment mechanism that moves right or
left for correct patient positioning.
4. Nosepiece Objective: Air tube that emits “air puff.”
5. Canthus Alignment Marks (right and left side): Alignment
mark that indicates the vertical position of the center of the
patient’s eye.
6. ON/OFF Switch: Switch that controls input power to the
unit. “O” indicates OFF, and “ | ” indicates “ON.”
7. USB Port: Communication port that transfers data to a
computer.
8. Main Power Connector and Fuse Holder: Connection
point for input power and the fuses. Press the top tab and
bottom tab together on the fuse panel to remove the fuse
holder and fuses. It is located on the underside of the unit.
9. Printer: Thermal printer supplied with the unit.
Accessories
• Chinrest (P/N 16049)
• Printer Paper (5 Pack) (P/N 12441)
• Dust Cover (P/N 16050-089)
• Quick Reference Card (P/N 16050-104)
• USB Cable - 6 ft. (1.8m) (P/N 15205-431)
• Forehead Rest Pad (Spare) (P/N 16050-170)
• Power Cord (P/N RCBL10040 - 110V) or
(P/N RCBL10041 - 230)
3
4
1
2
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Icon Denition
The Reichert 7 incorporates a user-friendly icon/menu-based operating system that will increase
the speed of measurements, training and use. Listed below are the icons that are used during the
operation of this instrument.
Icon Description
MENU — Accesses secondary level menus such as setup and help.
MEASURE — Initiates a single-puff measurement process.
TRIPLE MEASURE — Initiates a triple-puff measurement process.
QUADRUPLE MEASURE — Initiates a quadruple-puff measurement process.
DEMO — Allows patient to feel a soft demonstration air puff.
CLEAR DATA — Clears both right and left data on the Operator Display and in memory.
PRINT — Sends data to the printer.
SERVICE — Displays service information.
CANCEL — Cancels measurement process.
PROCEED — Proceeds with measurement process.
SELECT — Activates the new parameter or settings in the setup menus.
BACK — Returns to the preceding screen.
RIGHT ARROW — Moves right horizontally in the setup menus.
LEFT ARROW — Moves left horizontally in the setup menus.
DOWN ARROW — Moves down vertically in the setup menus.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Default Settings
The Reichert 7 has default settings that are set at the factory. To view a summary of these settings,
refertopage13.Toviewadetaileddenitionandexplanationofeachsetting,refertopages14
through 17.
Follow these steps to customize the default settings:
1. Touch the screen on the MENU icon.
2. Touch the UP/DOWN arrows icon to choose the appropriate setup category (e.g., Printout Setup).
3. Touch the SELECT icon to display the parameters and settings of the setup categories.
4. Touch the UP/DOWN arrows icon to move the cursor box to the desired parameter.
5. Touch the SELECT icon to activate the highlighted parameter.
6. Touch the appropriate RIGHT/LEFT arrows icon to move the cursor box to the desired setting for
the parameter.
7. Touch the SELECT icon to activate the highlighted setting.
8. Touch the BACK icon to step back through the previous menus until the Main Menu is shown.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE A POINTED OBJECT TO TOUCH THE SCREEN OR DAMAGE TO THE DISPLAY MAY
RESULT.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Default Settings (continued)
This instrument is sent from the factory with measurement, printer, communication, and
miscellaneous parameters set to default settings. These settings can be changed to suit the needs
of the individual operator or clinician. A summary of these settings is given below with the default
selections shown in bold type. To customize these settings, follow the steps provided on page 12,
Instrument Setup, Default Settings.
Customized Options
This instrument has the following default settings:
Tonometer Setup: (page 14)
Pressure: kPa, mmHg
Measurement: Avg[3], Avg[4]
Printout Setup: (page 15)
Date Format: MDY, DMY, YMD
Time Format: AM/PM, 24 HR
Date: 12/18/2007
Time: 05:00PM
Printer: On, Off
Practice: Reichert
Communication Port Setup: (page 16)
Baud: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
Parity: None, Even, Odd
Data Bits: 7, 8
Stop Bits: 1, 1.5, 2
General Setup: (page 17)
Language: Eng, Fra, Deu, Esp, Por, Ita
Tone: On, Off
Sleep: 5, 10, 20, 90
Contrast: - | | | | | | | | | +
Note: Default settings are shown in Bold type.

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Tonometer Settings
The following options are available in the Tonometer Setup menu:
Parameters Settings
PRESSURE Choose either kilo Pascals (kPa) or millimeter of mercury (mmHg).
MEASUREMENTS Choose the average of 3 readings (Avg.[3]) or 4 readings (Avg.[4]).
Instrument Setup (continued)

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Printout Settings
The following options are available in the Printout Setup menu:
Parameters Settings
DATE FMT Choose the date format to display on the printer paper:
D=Day, M=Month, Y=Year.
TIME FMT Choose the time format: AM/PM or 24 HR.
DATE Change the current date. Use the PLUS (+) or MINUS (-) icons to increase or
decrease the numbers, then touch the SELECT icon.
TIME Change the current time. Use the PLUS (+) or MINUS (-) icons to increase or
decrease the numbers, then touch the SELECT icon.
PRINTER Option that sets the printer to print (ON) or not to print (OFF) when the PRINT icon
is touched.
PRACTICE Up to 30 characters (letters and numbers) can be printed at the bottom of the
printer paper. To change the characters, use the PLUS and MINUS icons to scroll
through the alphabet. Once you find the letter you need, touch the RIGHT or
LEFT icon to move horizontally to the next letter. To exit, touch the SELECT icon,
then the RETURN icon.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Communications Settings
The Reichert 7 can transfer data to an external device, such as a computer, through the USB port.
The following options are available in the Communications Setup menu:
Parameters Settings
BAUD Serial transmission data rate, transfers in bits per second (bps).
PARITY Bits added to data transmission used to detect transmission errors. None, Even,
or Odd are the available options.
DATA BITS Number of bits that make up data transmission word. Usually 7 or 8 bits in length.
STOP BITS Number of bits added to the end of the data transmission word to signal the end of
transmission. Usually 1, 1.5, or 2 bits in length.
PRINTER Option that sets the printer to print (ON) or not to print (OFF) when the print button
is pressed. When the printer is set to OFF, the patient data is sent only to the USB
port. When the printer is set to ON, the patient data is sent to the printer and the
USB port.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
General Settings
The following options are available in the General Setup menu:
Parameters Settings
LANGUAGE Sets the language that appears on the Operator Display.
TONE Sets the audible tone indicator (“beep”) to be silent (OFF) or audible (ON).
SLEEP Sets the duration of time (5, 10, 20 or 90 minutes) that the instrument is inactive
before it enters the “sleep” mode (the Operator Display goes blank when the
“sleep” mode is active). To illuminate (“wake”) the Operator Display after the
“Sleep” mode is active, press any Control Button.
CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the Operator Display by changing the position of the slide bar.

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Alignment and Measurement
When power is applied to the Reichert 7, it initially performs a system check. After completion of the
system check, the title screen will be displayed.
The Operator Display then displays a message to move the Forehead Rest fully to the left or right until
it locks into position (if it is not already in this position).
Instructions for Use

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Instructions for Use (continued)
Alignment and Measurement (continued)
Slide headrest left or right
The Reichert 7 features a fully automated alignment system that enables the instrument to align itself
to the apex of the patient’s left or right eye. This innovative system makes the measurement process
quicker and more comfortable for the patient. Perform the following steps to take a measurement of
the patient’s eye.
Illuminated
Nosepiece
Air Tube
1. Instruct the patient to locate the air tube inside the red circle on the end of the nosepiece.
2. After they have located the air tube, have the patient find the green target inside the air tube
and then slowly lean forward until their forehead is on the soft pad in the middle of the Forehead
Rest. Refer to page 20.
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Alignment and Measurement (continued)
Proper Patient Alignment
(Chin close to unit.)
Improper Patient Alignment
(Chin moved away from unit.)
Note: If the patient cannot see the green target, use the canthus marks on the sides of the
instrument to set the vertical alignment of the eye, and then ask the patient to move forward
until the center of their forehead is pressed against the Forehead Rest pad.
Note: Verify that the patient is seated comfortably on the patient side of the instrument.
Note: Position the patient in a way that encourages them to lean forward with their chin as close to
theinstrumentaspossible.Thiswillreducethedifcultiesassociatedwithmisalignmentand
lowcondencereadings.
Instructions for Use (continued)