• The Bovie
Smoke Shark Surgical Smoke Evacuator may cause radio interference or may disrupt the
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operation of nearby equipment. It may be necessary to take mitigation measures such as re-orienting
or relocating the Bovie
• The use of accessories other than those specified by the manufacturer as replacement parts for internal
components may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the Bovie
Surgical Smoke Evacuator
• Refer routine servicing to Symmetry Surgical. See Customer/Technical Services contact information.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the warranty.
• To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with
protective earth.
1.4.2
CAUTIONS:
• United States Federal Law restricts the Bovie
on the order of a physician.
• Using any other filter or accessory not specified by the manufacturer may cause damage and/or
cause the Bovie
Smoke Shark Surgical Smoke Evacuator to be inoperable, voiding the warranty.
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• Care must be exercised in the installation of tubing and adapters. Failure to follow the procedures
outlined in this manual may result in overheating of the motor and may void the warranty.
• The Bovie
Smoke Shark Surgical Smoke Evacuator is not intended for evacuation of fluid.
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Failure to avoid fluid aspiration could cause filter blockage, electrical damage, decreased efficiency,
and possible internal contamination.
• The filter should be changed according to the Filter Life Indicator. The filter should not be used for
more than the filter life specified. Failure to change the filter may result in decreased efficiency and
possible internal contamination.
• Care must be exercised in the installation and removal of filter and tubing. Filter and tubing are used
to capture potentially hazardous materials. Failure to follow the procedures outlined in this manual
may result in possible internal contamination.
• Do not block the tubing during operation. An occlusion or significant restriction may cause the motor to
overheat and the Bovie
• Installation of the Bovie
intake and exhaust vents located on the rear of the system are not obstructed. Failure to properly
install the Bovie
Smoke Shark Surgical Smoke Evacuator may cause reduced performance, damage,
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and/or cause the Bovie
warranty.
• The ambient temperature during operation must be kept between 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C).
• The relative humidity during operation must be kept between 10% to 75%.
• An atmospheric pressure range during operation must be kept between 700 hPa to 1,060 hPa.
• Storage environmental ambient temperature should be kept between 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C).
• Storage environmental relative humidity should be kept between 10% to 75%.
• There are no user serviceable components in the Bovie
Refer to Symmetry Surgical Customer/Technical Services for routine servicing.
• Use only with the Power Cord provided and always plug into a grounded electrical outlet.
Customer/Technical Services: 800.251.3000 (United States) or +1 615.964.5532 (International)
DESCRIPTION / INTRODUCTION: SECTION 1.0
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