Reichert 7 User manual

Reichert 7
Auto Tonometer
User’s Guide

©2008 Reichert, Inc. Reichert is a registered trademark of Reichert, Inc.
The information contained in this document was accurate at time of publication. Specications subject to
change without notice. Reichert, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the product described in this manual
without notice and without incorporating those changes in any products already sold.
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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9001 requirements.
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Contents
Description Page
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4
Indications for Use .................................................................................................. 4
Contraindications .................................................................................................... 4
Warnings & Cautions .............................................................................................. 5
Symbol Information ................................................................................................. 6
Classication........................................................................................................... 7
Transportation & Storage........................................................................................ 7
Disposal .................................................................................................................. 7
Instrument Setup
Unpacking Instructions............................................................................................ 8
Parts Identication ................................................................................................ 10
Icon Denition ........................................................................................................11
Default Settings..................................................................................................... 12
Tonometer Settings ............................................................................................... 14
Printout Settings.................................................................................................... 15
Communication Settings....................................................................................... 16
General Settings ................................................................................................... 17
Instructions for Use
Alignment & Measurement .............................................................................. 18-22
Demo Puff ............................................................................................................. 23
Low Condence Readings............................................................................... 24-25
Too Far Activated .................................................................................................. 26
Printing Measurement Data .................................................................................. 27
Maintenance
Fuses .................................................................................................................... 28
External Cleaning.................................................................................................. 28
Forehead Rest Cleaning....................................................................................... 28
Positioning Windows Cleaning ........................................................................ 28-29
Operator Display Cleaning.................................................................................... 29
Printer Paper......................................................................................................... 29
Troubleshooting
Help Screens ........................................................................................................ 30
Troubleshooting Chart........................................................................................... 31
Print-Related Errors .............................................................................................. 32
Appendix A –Specications
Guidance Tables .............................................................................................. 33-36
General Specications .......................................................................................... 37
Ordering Information – Accessories...................................................................... 37
Warranty
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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. We recommend you
carefully read and follow the steps in this guide to ensure optimum performance from
your new instrument.
Please retain this guide for future reference and to share with other users. Additional
copies can be obtained from your authorized Reichert, Inc. 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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Reichert, Inc. (Reichert) is not responsible for the safety and reliability of this
instrument when:
• Assembly, disassembly, repair, or modication is made by unauthorized deal-
ers 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: ANY REPAIR OR SERVICE TO THE REICHERT 7 MUST BE PERFORMED BY
EXPERIENCED PERSONNEL OR DEALERS THAT ARE TRAINED BY REICHERT SO THAT
CORRECT OPERATION OF THE REICHERT 7 IS MAINTAINED.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE FINGERS INTO THE OPENING SURROUNDING THE NOSEPIECE
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE PRESENCE OF
FLAMMABLE ANESTHETIC MIXTURES, SUCH AS OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
CAUTION: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE RISK
OF DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
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 ALCOHOL ON THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD) MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE DISPLAY. SEE MAINTENANCE SECTION FOR DETAILED CLEANING
INSTRUCTION.
CAUTION: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE PRESENCE OF
FLAMMABLE ANESTHETIC MIXTURES SUCH AS OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
CAUTION: PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT CAN AFFECT
MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
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: 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: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT TO BE USED NEAR HIGH-FREQUENCY EMITTING
SURGICAL EQUIPMENT
CAUTION: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN THE PRESENCE OF
FLAMMABLE ANESTHETIC MIXTURES SUCH AS OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
CAUTION: PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT CAN AFFECT
MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
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: 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: THIS INSTRUMENT IS NOT TO BE USED NEAR HIGH-FREQUENCY EMITTING
SURGICAL EQUIPMENT
Warnings & Cautions

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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 Product Classication
Class 1 Equipment, Continuous Operation
Alternating Current Power
Protective Earth Connection
ON / OFF
Date of Manufacture
[REF] Catalog 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

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Classication
The Reichert 7 is classied as Class 1 Equipment.
Class 1 Equipment is equipment in which protection against electric shock does not
rely on basic insulation only, but which includes an additional safety precaution in that
means are provided for the connection of the equipment to a protective earth conductor
in the xed wiring of the installation in such a way which accessible metal parts cannot
become live in the event of a failure of the basic insulation.
The Reichert 7 is classied as Type B Equipment.
Type B Equipment provides an adequate degree of protection against electrical shock,
particularly regarding allowable leakage currents and reliability of the protective earth
connection.
The Reichert 7 is classied as IPX0 Equipment.
IPX0 Equipment is ordinary equipment enclosed without protection against ingress
of water.
According to the mode of operation, the Reichert 7 is a Continuous Operation instrument
FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A PHYSICIAN
Transportation & Storage
This instrument can withstand the following conditions while packed for transportation
or storage.
• An ambient temperature range of -40° to +158° F (-40°C to +70°C)
• A relative humidity range of 10% to 80% non condensing
• An atmosphere pressure range of 14.7 inHg to 31.3 inHg (50.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa)
Exposure to these extreme conditions indicated above should not exceed 15 weeks.
Disposal
This product does not generate any environmentally hazardous residues. At the end
of its product life, follow your local laws and ordinances regarding the proper disposal
of this equipment.

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Great care has been taken to deliver your new Reichert 7 Auto Tonometer to you safe-
ly. 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 box from the shipping
container
Accessories box contains:
• Power cord
• Dust Cover
• Spare printer paper (2 rolls)
• Quick Reference Card
• User’s Guide
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 tape.
5. Remove the foam top and bottom inserts from the
inner box. Lift the Reichert 7 out of the inner box.
6. Take the Reichert 7 out of the plastic bag and set
the unit on a secure table.
7. Place the packing material in a safe place so that
if transportation is required in the future, they will
be available.
Instrument Setup
Shipping Container
Inner Box
Opened Inner Box

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Instrument Setup (continued)
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 FOLLOWING TYPE AND RATING.
(Use “T 2.50 AH, 250V” fuses)
1. After the unit is in its secure location, apply the correct input voltage to the
instrument using the Power Cord that was contained in the Accessory Tray.
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 location).
2. Read and fully understand 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 EXPERIENCE
PERSONNEL OR DEALERS THAT ARE TRAINED BY REICHERT.

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Instrument Setup (continued)
Parts Identication
1. Operator Display: Operator Display that dis-
plays measurement data.
2. Printer Door: Door (push to open) to access
printer paper.
3. Forehead Rest: Alignment mechanism that
moves right/left for correct patient positioning.
4. Nosepiece Objective: Air tube where “air puff”
is emitted
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
printer data
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.
Located on underside of unit.
9. Printer: Thermal printer supplied with the unit.
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