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M/L
-10 REUSABLE MULTI- FIRE CLIP APPLIER
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
The M/L-10 Multi-Fire Clip Applier consists of:
1.
One reusable autoclaveable handpiece – CAT. #1001/1002.
2.
One removable "Stainless Steel" outer tube – CAT. #1201(included with CAT. #1001/1002).
3.
Optional sterilization tray(s) - CAT. #3705 (sold separately) & 3707 (included w/clip applier &
sold separately).
4.
One sterile disposable back-loading slide cartridge - (
is sold separately)
large clips,
WARNING:
If during the inspection of the shipping carton, one of the above items shows any sign of damage
D0 NOT USE. Please contact your local distributor.
LOADING CLIP APPLIER
1.
Peel the clip cartridge pouch open and remove it from the pouch.
2.
Fully squeeze the handpiece trigger against the handle. (Fig. 1)
3.
Align the arrow on the back of the clip applier with the arrow of the cartridge as shown in fig 3
(Arrow of the cartridge should be seen on the "non-clip" side of the cartridge).
4.
Insert the cartridge all the way in to the back of the handpiece. (Fig. 2), making sure it is handled
by its sides or proximal end behind "the ladder" in order to avoid any displacement of clips or
ladder.
5.
Release the trigger. (This will immediately engage a clip into the handpiece jaws).
6.
The instrument is ready to be used.
OPERATION
NOTE:
Before firing a clip, verify that the ligation site is free of any obstructions.
1.
Verify that there is a clip properly loaded in the jaws prior to inserting the clip applier through the
cannula.
2.
Position the clip carefully around the vessel to be ligated.
P/N: 09-39-30 Rev D ECO 949 04/06
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Fully Squeeze
Trigger
Cartridge
fully
inserted
Fig. 2
The cartridge,
-4-
containing Titanium medium
Fig. 1
"Non -clip"
side
of cartridge
Fig. 3
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