3. The operating rod should be visible through the screw holes in
the rear handle after the screws have been removed.
4. Remove the broken pin from the rod using the point of a fine
tip instrument.
5. The instrument is ready for shear pin replacement.
Note: The shear pin replacement set contains (1) one new shear
pin and (2) two new retaining screws.
6. Position the hole in the operating rod so that it is visible at the
center of the screw hole.
7. Insert one screw with the pin in position. Take care that the pin
enters the hole in the operating rod.
8. Install the opposite screw.
9. Tighten the two screws alternately until they rest on the
rear handle.
10. Verify free movement of the rear handle and activation of the
operating rod.
* SLIDING SUTURE CUTTER Assembly and Disassembly
INSTRUCTIONS ONLY
1. Open handles until position is locked by tooth in ratchet.
2. Removable rod
a. Unscrew and remove knurled pin.
b. Slide out rod. Do not force. Part way out, a 1/4 turn of
the rod may be necessary for free sliding. Clean rod and
handles with tube separately, preferably in an ultrasonic
cleaner, using a mild pH-neutral solution.
3. After cleaning, rinsing, and drying, assemble in reverse order.
WARNING
Avoid touching the sharp cutting edge at the front face of the tube.
Take special care when re-introducing the rod into the tube.
CAUTION
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Only soft cloth cleaners may be passed through the tube. Avoid
the use of metal brushes or similar tools which might damage
the tube.
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The rod and tube are matched one-to-one. Take care to keep
the rod with its original assembly.
Do not attempt to remove the tube from the handle.
CLEANING AND STERILIZATION INSTRUCTIONS
These cleaning and sterilization instructions have been validated for
preparing reusable instruments for reuse. It is the responsibility of
the end user to ensure that the cleaning and sterilization is actually
performed using appropriate equipment, materials, and personnel
to achieve the desired result. This normally requires validation
and routine monitoring of the process. Any deviation from these
instructions should be evaluated for effectiveness and potential
adverse consequences.
PREPARATION
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Clean instruments as soon as possible after use. If cleaning
must be delayed, wet the instruments in a compatible liquid
solution to prevent drying and encrustation of surgical soil.
•
Avoid prolonged exposure to saline to minimize the chance
of corrosion.
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Remove excessive soil with a disposable wipe.
Prior to sterilization, instruments should be cleaned by either
automated or manual means described below.
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