CC4 Cast Saw Operating Instructions Ver 6.1

Index

Item

Page

Warnings and Safety Rules

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Product Description

3

System Assembly

3

Instrument Controls

4

Blade Assembly

4

Operation

4

Cutting Technique

4

Fault Finding

5

Cleaning and Maintenance

5

Technical Description

6

Conditions for Transport and Storage

6

Supplied Accessories

6

Optional Accessories

6

Explanation of Symbols

7

Equipment Part Number

7

Details Saw Blades

8

Guarantee & Liability

9

Service Information

9

Repair Service

9

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Warnings & Safety Rules Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to the patient or operating staff. Danger!: Possible explosion hazard if used in the presence of flammable anaesthetics. Only permit trained personnel to use this equipment. Do not connect the equipment to the mains supply until all the instructions have been studied. Always check that the voltage stated on the identification plate corresponds with the electrical supply. Carefully inspect all equipment and accessories before use. Do not operate the equipment if it appears damaged or incorrectly installed. Always test the equipment prior to use, and check for malfunction or rapid temperature rise. Do not use suspect or damaged equipment. Always use eye protection when cutting to prevent injury from flying debris. Always ensure that no loose articles can be caught by the moving parts of the equipment. Always disconnect the equipment from the electrical supply when cleaning, changing accessories or when not in use. Always allow the equipment to stop before removing from the cutting site. Do not immerse the equipment in fluids. Do not drop the equipment. Do not clean with liquid or disinfectants. Do not clean in an ultrasonic cleaner. Do not use this saw to cut wet plaster. Do not operate this saw with wet hands. Product Description The De Soutter Medical Model CC4 is a mains voltage oscillating saw designed for the safe removal of surgical casts. System Assembly Mains Supply Lead If an unsuitable plug is fitted to the mains lead, remove and destroy this plug before disposal. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue - Neutral Brown - Live Connect the wires in the mains lead to a suitable plug as follows: Blue wire to the terminal marked either letter N or coloured blue or black. Brown wire to the terminal marked either letter L or coloured brown or red. Note: A 3-Amp fuse should be used to protect the instrument. 3

Instrument Controls Main On/Off Switch: Located at the front of the instrument. Push the switch forward and down to activate the saw. Blade Assembly Attach the blade of choice to the tool output shaft, secure the blade clamp screw and tighten with the hexagon key. The blade may be repositioned on the saw output shaft up to five times, therefore always presenting an unused section of the blade. Operation Before connecting to the mains electrical supply, the operator is advised to handle the instrument and determine the most convenient hold to carry out the cutting operation. The operator's hand must not restrict the flow of air to the ventilation slots in the body of the instrument. Cutting Technique Do not exert excessive working pressure - allow the blade to cut at its own rate. Excessive pressure will cause overloading of the motor, without increasing the cutting speed. Caution: Excessive cutting pressure will also cause the blade to over heat which may result in injury to the patient .Like wise badly worn blades will generate excessive heat and therefore they should be inspected and replaced regularly. Make the first cut both downwards and slightly sideways at approximately 30 degrees in order to keep one side of the blade out of contact with the cast. This will allow the operator a greater sense of feel when the blade breaks through. After the first cut, all cuts should be made straight down into the cast. The cutter should be lifted slightly and moved sideways; the second cut can then be taken straight down, the operator feeling the break through quite easily. Cutting can then proceed in a series of downward cuts, lifting and moving sideways progressively. The blade may touch soft mobile tissue momentarily without harm under a light pressure, however it should never be permitted to be in contact with the skin for any length of time. At the end of each operating cycle, the instrument should be disconnected from the mains supply. The instrument must not be left connected to the mains supply whilst unattended. 4

Fault Finding

Instrument cuts slowly: • Check the condition of the blade. Adjust and replace the blade as required. • Instrument stops in use: • Pause to allow the instrument to cool for approximately one minute. After cooling, press in the overload safety reset button, located at the rear of the instrument. • Note: Frequent operation of this overload safety reset button should be investigated. If any problem persists, consult De Soutter Medical. General Cleaning & Maintenance The saw should be visually checked at each use for each of the following: • Condition of the electrical cables, for wear or abrasion. • Excessive build up of plaster dust. • The blade for wear and the blade retainer for tightness. Periodic technical maintenance is not required. Cleaning: Unplug cast cutter from the mains supply and wipe external parts with a damp cloth. Brush all debris from the ventilation slots at the back and underneath the instrument. Service Information Service information for this instrument is available from De Soutter Medical upon request. Alternatively, service is available from your nearest De Soutter Medical Authorised Service Centre.

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Technical Description Supply Voltage Supply Frequency Amperage Motor Power Oscillating Frequency (120V) Sound Level Motor Protection Mode of operation Degree of protection against harmful ingress of liquids

220 - 240V ~(ac) or 100-120V ~ (ac) 50 - 60 Hz 0.5 Amps (230V) or 1.0 Amps (100-120V) 110 Watts 14000 cycles/min (230V) or 16000 cycles/min. 70 dB(A) Automatic Overload cut out, manual reset Continuous Ordinary.

Conditions for Transport & Storage Relative Humidity Temperature Atmospheric Pressure

90% Max - 20ºC to 40ºC 1.5 Atmospheres Max

Supplied Accessories Description Blade Hexagon Key

Part No. 6250 204903

Optional Accessories Description CCS Extractor 230V CCS Extractor 230V Euro plug CCS Extractor 230V Australia/ New Zealand Plug CCS 100-120V (US Plug) CCS 100V (Japan plug) Extractor Hose Kit

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Part No. 1190 7020 9490 7140 7030 78472

Symbols

~

l O

Alternating Current Class II Type of protection against electric shock.

Type B degree of protection against electric shock

Power Off

Refer to Instructions

Equipment Part Number Details CC4 230V CC4 230V EURO CC4 230V AUS CC4 100-120V

Power On

Part No. 1280004 Part No. 1270994 Part No. 1281444 Part No. 1280554

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Operating

Saw Blades De Soutter Medical offers a full range of saw blades to suit both plaster of paris and synthetic cast materials.

Part No. 1060

Dia. 80

Type Circular PTFE Coated

3950

64

Circular Tin Coated

6230

44

Circular PTFE Coated

6240

50

Circular PTFE Coated

6250

64

Circular PTFE Coated

6260

80

Segment PTFE Coated

7310

64

Circular Diamond Coated

7320

80

Circular Diamond Coated

7960

64

Circular, Stainless Steel

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Guarantee & Liability De Soutter Medical guarantees all instruments, attachments and accessories to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Batteries are guaranteed for six months. De Soutter Medical is not liable by warranty or otherwise in the case of any of the following: • Abuse, misuse or use in other than the designed purpose; • Disassembly, alteration or unauthorised repair; • If the product has not been used in a reasonable manner and in full compliance with the written instructions. This guarantee does not affect your Statutory Rights in accordance with 1999/44/EEC

Service Information All powered instruments should be periodically checked and cleaned: in general, annual servicing is recommended for normal use. User service information is available upon request. Service and repair is also available from your nearest De Soutter Medical Authorised Service Centre. Repair Service To return an instrument for repair: 1. Record the serial number of the instrument being returned. Enclose a brief statement describing the reason for returning the instrument. 2. Enclose the purchase order number for the instrument if warranty is being claimed. It may be helpful also to include a contact name. 3. Wrap the instrument to prevent damage during shipment and send to the address below. Please ensure that the tool is properly cleaned and disinfected before returning it for service.

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De Soutter Medical Ltd. River Park, Billet Lane, Berkhamsted, Herts. HP4 1HL United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1442 860300 Fax: +44 (0)1442 860333 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.de-soutter.com Ref: 1047en – 6.1