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GYNECARE VERSAPOINT System
VERSAPOINT Helpful Hints for the Bipolar Electrosurgery System Jan 2013
Helpful Hints
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Helpful Hints for GYNECARE VERSAPOINT™ Bipolar Electrosurgery System For complete instructions refer to Owners Manual Release Button
Outflow
Electrode Mounting Block
Light Post Locking Collar
GYNECARE 30° WA Hysteroscope
Outer Sheath
Inner Sheath Resectoscopic Electrode
Distal Clip
“Return”
“Active”
Shaft Seal
Swivel Thumb Ring
Inflow
Electrode Cable Boss
Cord
“Active” 0° Vaporizing Electrode
Bipolar Loop Electrode
“Return” Standard obturator not pictured
Assembly 1. Attach the hysteroscope to the working element: • Rotate the hysteroscope-locking collar counter clockwise until the indicator marks are aligned at the top • Insert the hysteroscope into the working element with the light post up • Lock the hysteroscope in place by rotating the locking collar clockwise until secure 2. Attach the electrode to the working element: • Mount the electrode cable boss into the working element mounting block • Swing the electrode towards the hysteroscope • Position the shaft seal so that it fits into the seal groove on the working element and is flush with the sealing taper. Note: The shaft seal is dropped into place, not slid • Using gentle pressure, press the electrode hysteroscope clip onto the hysteroscope • Connect the electrode to the connector cable by aligning the alignment mark on the keyed connector with the alignment mark on the connector cable electrode connector and press firmly together until the electrode connector snaps into place (see the GYNECARE VERSAPOINT System User Manual)
3. Attach the standard obturator to the inner sheath: • Insert the standard obturator into the sheath • Lock the standard obturator in place by pressing it firmly into the sheath-locking ring until the obturator snaps into place 4. Attach the assembled standard obturator and inner sheath to the outer sheath: • Insert the assembled standard obturator and inner sheath assembly into the outer sheath • Screw the inner sheath into the outer sheath using the ribbed ring on the outer sheath 5. Attach the light cable from the light source to the hysteroscope light post. 6. Attach the video endoscopy system camera head to the hysteroscope eyepiece (optional). 7. Attach the inflow tubing to the inflow valve on the inner sheath. An appropriate Luer lock adapter must be used with the inflow tubing set. 8. Attach the outflow tubing to the outflow valve on the outer sheath. An appropriate Luer lock adapter must be used with the outflow tubing set.
9. Insert the assembled standard obturator and sheaths into the uterus:. • Dilate the cervix using an appropriate cervical dilator if necessary • Insert the assembled standard obturator and sheaths into the uterus through the cervix • Remove the standard obturator from the sheath by depressing the inner sheath-locking ring release button and withdrawing the obturator 10. Attach the assembled working element, hysteroscope, and electrode assembly to the sheaths: • Fully retract the working element • Insert the working element, hysteroscope and electrode assembly into the sheaths • Lock the working element, hysteroscope and electrode assembly into place by pressing it firmly against the sheath-locking ring until it snaps into place Note: To disassemble the electrode elements, simply pull them apart.
Gynecare Versapoint
GYNECARE VERSAPOINT™ Bipolar Electrosurgery System Components GYNECARE VERSAPOINT System Bipolar Generator
On/Off Switch
Connector Cable Socket
Alphanumeric User Display
User Buttons
Fault Indicator
Footswitch (Yellow-vaporize/cut) (Blue-coagulate)
Connector Cable (approx 3m long)
Which Electrode Should I Use? After diagnostic observations, appropriate electrode can be chosen based on findings.
Spring Electrode For rapid tissue vaporization and desiccation
Ball Electrode For precise tissue vaporization and desiccation
Twizzle Electrode For vaporization and needle-like cutting
O° Vaporizing Resectoscopic Electrode For rapid tissue vaporization including endometrial ablation
Bipolar Loop Electrode For cutting and resection of tissue
Error Codes Problem Generator resets during activation (Fault 100.10) Suggestions/Solutions Check grounding of generator. Check insulation of connector cable. Check integrity of electrode. Ensure no contact was made with other equipment during activation.
Problem Generator flashes “Insert Electrode” after electrode inserted Suggestions/Solutions Ensure the connector contacts are clean and dry and have not been damaged during reprocessing. Check electrode integrity. Ensure only GYNECARE VERSAPOINT System approved accessories are being used.
Problem Unable to activate the generator Suggestions/Solutions If your generator version supports both footswitch and possible future handswitchable accessories, check that the correct activation source is selected. Check footswitch for damage. Ensure approved footswitch is attached.
Problem Generator overheats (Fault 300.10) Suggestions/Solutions Allow generator to cool down before re-use. Check sufficient ventilation provided around generator. Ensure ambient temperature is within operating limits.
Problem No display on the generator Suggestions/Solutions Check inlet fuse and replace with the correct type if necessary. Request assistance from qualified service engineer if fault persists.
Problem Error 200 Ref 15 Suggestions/Solutions Hand piece is wet, or electrode has touched hysteroscope during activation. Stop activation. Disconnect hand piece. Initialize generator. Once display reads “Connect Cable,” connect hand piece to generator.
Problem Generator flashes “Connect Cable” after cable inserted Suggestions/Solutions Verify that the cable connector is fully inserted. Check for damage to cable flex. Remove connector and inspect pins for damage. Ensure only GYNECARE VERSAPOINT System approved accessories are being used. © 2015 Ethicon, Inc. All rights reserved. 027687-150113