Calibration - Integra Padgett C Manual De Operación

CALIBRATION

A calibration guide is included with the dermatome and can be ordered as an accessory (part #3539-
259). This guide is intended to determine if the oscillating pin, which moves the blade, is within
specifications. If the oscillating pin is not within specifications, the blade may "chatter" or "skip,"
yielding unsatisfactory results. Prior to each use, the Dermatome should be checked using the
calibration guide to determine if the particular instrument is within calibration specifications.
The calibration guide should be inserted between the oscillating pin and the base of the blade guide
(as shown in the diagram). This can be done from the right. If the oscillating pin lies anywhere within
the zone clearly marked on the calibration guide, the dermatome is properly calibrated. If the pin lies
on the edge or outside the zone, the dermatome should not be used, and should be sent to the
Integra Padgett Dermatome Repair Center (IPDRC) for recalibration. The calibration procedure is
important because dropping the dermatome or inadvertently hitting the oscillating pin may knock the
instrument out of calibration.
Using the Stainless Calibration Guide (3539-259)
Hold the Guide in your Right hand with the Integra logo facing
up. Lower the LEFT side of the Guide Slot (see figure 2) over the
Oscillating Pin and against the top of the Blade Guides.
Gently slide the Calibration Guide to the LEFT until the Oscillating Pin
touches the BOTTOM edge of the Guide Slot. If the Oscillating Pin lies
anywhere between the two vertical lines the dermatome is properly
calibrated.
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