Skytron 4-030-60 User manual

OWNERS MANUAL
UNIVERSAL SPLIT LEG SECTION
P.N. 4-030-60
ACCESSORY FOR
3600B TABLES and the
3500, 6002, 6700 SERIES TABLES
TEC-D-0035 REV0
11/09

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13.4"
4.9” 4.4"
30" - 36.5"
13.4”
9.5"
24.5”
21"
GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Complete Accessory Weight: 31.6 lbs.

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Prior to use, all personnel that may operate this
accessory must be instructed in the correct
operational procedures. This accessory is de-
signed for use by trained and qualified personnel
for human medical purposes only.
Initial use should not begin until after the us-
ers have been instructed by the manufacturer's
representative.
A routine instructional program must be imple-
mented by the facility for proper usage instruc-
tions for all personnel that may operate this
accessory.
The maximum lifting capacity of this accessory
is 400 pounds.When lifting or articulating large
patients, pay close attention to the patient posi-
tion as well as the positioning guidelines and
limitations listed in the operation instructions
of the accessory and the surgical table.
As with the operation of any surgical table acces-
sory, a certain amount of care should be exercised
to position the patient safely. Although the thick
pads and sheets substantially protect the patient,
pinch points, located at the joints of the top section
should always be considered. BE SURETHAT THE
ARMS, HANDS AND FINGERS OF THE PATIENT
AND THOSE OF THE OPERATING ROOM PER-
SONNEL ARE CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS
BEFORE MOVING THE TABLE AND POSITION-
ING THE ACCESSORY. Proper restraints should
always be used for patient safety.
The operator has the ultimate responsibility of pre-
venting damage to the table and surrounding equip-
ment or possible injury to the patient or staff.
The operator must ensure proper positioning is
maintained to prevent compromising respiration,
nerve pathways or circulation.
In general, common sense will dictate when there
is a potential hazard.
The following precautions should be reviewed
by all personnel prior to operating the table.
WARNING
Indicates a possibility of personal in-
jury.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of damage to
equipment.
NOTE
Indicates important facts or helpful
hints.
Do not use worn or damaged accessories, they
represent an injury hazard.
Remove possible obstacles before lowering or tilting
the operating table
Do not place objects on the base of the table, a
danger of damage exists during positioning.
Use caution when articulating the table top or ac-
cessory, pinch hazards exist.

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This is a high quality OR table accessory that provides the following features and benefits:
Slides onto the accessory side rail of the surgical table•
Facilitates access to the operative site•
Permits abduction/adduction of either leg•
Permits adjustment of lithotomy position•
Adjustable length•
Compatible with SKYTRON Table Models: 3500 Series, 3600B, 6002 Series and 6700 Series. This•
accessory has been proven to perform safely with these SKYTRON table models. The safety, com-
patibility and ease of use can only be guaranteed with these models. Use with other tables is not
recommended.
In order to properly utilize and fully appreciate the SKYTRON Split Leg Section be sure to follow these
instructions carefully. Initial use should not begin until after the users have been instructed by the manu-
facturers representative. Familiarize yourself with the product illustration prior to proceeding.
As with any unfamiliar patient positioning device, you should always practice its use on a nurse, physician
or other appropriate volunteer prior to using it clinically.
RAIL LOCK KNOB
ACCESSORY LOCK
HANDLE
LITHOTOMY
LOCK KNOB
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
To prevent failure of the Split Leg do not
exceed 400 lb. patient weight limit.
WARNING
Do not use Split Leg in reverseTrendelen-
burg position without additional patient
restraint such as thigh straps.
CAUTION
Split Leg Section should be attached
by at least two trained operators, one to
support the patient and one to position
the Split Leg Section.
CAUTION
If it is necessary to reposition the Split
Leg Section, one operator should always
support the patient's leg until the Split
Leg Section is securely locked in the
new position.

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PREPARE THE SURGICAL TABLE
1. Lower or remove the leg section from the
surgical table.
2.If the table has a removable leg section, press
the leg down on the pendant until leg section cast-
ings are completely retracted.
INSTALL THE SPLIT LEG SECTION
1. Unscrew the Rail Lock Knob completely.
2. The clamp may be engaged over the acces-
sory side rail at any point. The clamp may also be
slid on from the end of the accessory side rail.
3. Slide the Split Leg Section on the table ac-
cessory side rail until it is in the desired location.
CAUTION
Do not position the products clamp over
cut-outs in the side rail or a pivoting joint
in the table rails;the clamp may be broken
when the table is articulated.
4.When the product is in position, tighten the Rail
Lock Knob securely by turning clockwise to secure
Split Leg Section onto surgical table side rail.
5. Ensure that the Split Leg Section is secure by
pulling towards the operator as shown in the picture
below.
6. Repeat steps 1-6 above for the opposite Split
Leg Section.
TO ADJUST FOR LITHOTOMY
1. To adjust the lithotomy angle of the Split Leg
Section, loosen the Lithotomy Lock Knob on the
clamp as shown below and adjust as needed.
2. Adjust the Split Leg Section to the desired
lithotomy position.Tighten the Lithotomy Lock Knob
while gently moving the end of the split leg up and
down to ensure that the internal locking teeth are
properly seated.
3. The built in clamp also has a safety warning
device built into the Lithotomy Lock Knob.
LITHOTOMY
LOCK KNOB

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CAUTION
If the red warning strip is visible, the
Lithotomy Lock Knob is not properly
tightened. In this case, it is important
to tighten the Lithotomy Lock Knob so
that the red warning line is no longer
visible.
NOTE
This clamp is equiped with a safety clutch.
If the Lithotomy Lock Knob is securely
tightened but the internal locking teeth
are not fully engaged, they will "pop"
into position when loaded. If you hear
the "pop" when applying a load to the
accessory, relieve the load and securely
retighten the Lithotomy Lock Knob.
NOTE
To obtain maximum service life from
this clamp always completely unlock the
Rotation Knob by turning it at least two
full turns prior to adjusting the angle of
inclination.
RED WARNING
STRIP
TO ADJUST FOR ABDUCTION / ADDUCTION
To adjust the accessory for abduction or adduc-
tion, loosen the Accessory Lock Handle as shown
below and abduct or adduct the Split Leg Section
as required. Tighten the Accessory Lock Handle in
the desired position.
TO ADJUST LENGTH
To adjust length, pull the Length Adjustment
Knob located on the underside of the Split Leg
Section and slide to desired length. Make sure that
the section locks into position.
LENGTH
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
ACCESSORY
LOCK
HANDLE

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. After each use, clean the device and inspect
for damage. Avoid use if any damage is noted on
the accessory and attachment clamp.
2. Clean and disinfect using a quaternary am-
monium disinfecting/cleaning solution following the
manufacturer's recommendation for achieving low-
level disinfection.
3. Read the cleaning product's directions and
follow the instructions on the label. Use caution in
areas where fluid migration may occur:
Handles•
Side-rail clamps•
4. Wipe device with a clean, dry cloth.
5. Make certain the product is dry prior to use
to avoid damage.
CAUTION
Damage may result if the product is
cleaned with bleach.
SERVICE / PARTS
This device is not field serviceable and must be
returned to SKYTRON for service.
TO REMOVE
Hold the Split Leg Section and loosen the Side
Rail Lock Knob completely. Pull Split Leg Section
away from table.

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