
LIT-218 SUNOPTIC SURGICAL
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Rev. A
(English) Date of Revision: 10/04/17
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2. WARNINGS/ CAUTIONS
WARNING The illuminator produces a highly concentrated (luminous energy per unit area) light
beam and this high energy density is retained through any connected lightguides and instruments. The
output of a connected instrument left in close proximity or contact with tissue or flammable materials
presents a risk of injury or fire. Qualified personnel must determine a safe working distance and intensity
setting for each application. The illuminator should never be left on unattended.
Caution Rx only. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed
healthcare practitioner.
Caution To prevent fire or electric shock, do not open or expose the illuminator unit to rain or
moisture. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only.
Caution Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or
nitrous oxide.
Caution To prevent any potential electro-magnetic interference, do not use any kind of cellular
phone near the illuminator.
Caution This product should be used only with type BF endoscopic instruments which have been
certified according to IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment and IEC 60601-2-18 for endoscopic equipment.
This symbol indicates type BF equipment.
Caution User must not alter this device in any fashion. Doing so voids all warranties and
statements of suitability for any purpose.
Caution All devices connecting to the Illuminator must be classified as medical equipment.
Additional information processing equipment connected to the Illuminator, a Medical System and the
operator must determine that all equipment complies with the appropriate end-product standards (such as
IEC 60950 or IEC 60065 and the Standard for Medical System, IEC 60601-1-1).
Caution Always set the intensity controlto the minimum level and insert the fiberoptic cable into the
unit before turning on the power. When light is not required at the surgical site, the intensity control
should be should be set to the fully dimmed position. If it becomes necessary to remove the fiberoptic
cable without turning the unit off, turn the intensity control to the fully dimmed position.
Caution The fiberoptic cable used with this illuminator must be electrically NON-
CONDUCTIVE. It should not have conductive shielding or any other conductive connection between the
patient and equipment. Such connection will impair safety of the equipment. It must be rinsed free of
soaking/disinfectant solution and dried before plugging into the illuminator receptacle. Ensure the optical
surface is clean before connecting the cable to the illuminator.
Caution When using high intensity illuminators at full output, the recommended distance from the
headlight module to the patient is not less than 12 inches (30.5 cm). If using less than 12 inches from the
patient, the light intensity must be reduced.
Caution User is responsible for determining if interruption of light output will create an
unacceptable risk. If this determination is made arrangements (such as a standby illuminator) should be
made to reduce the risk.