Magnum Biopsy Troubleshooting Guide 0602-28

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Bard MAGNUM

BIOPSY INSTRUMENT STEP

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How to hold the Bard MAGNUM® Instrument

STEP

Half energized

STEP

Reusable Biopsy Instrument Please consult product labels and inserts for any indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, cautions and directions for use.

Troubleshooting Guideline

Fully energized

STEP

Select throw depth

STEP

Problem

Try This

If This Does Not Work

• Gun hard to energize or does not energize completely

• Position gun in hand correctly (step 1) • Pull cocking slide all the way back (step 2 & 3) • Ensure that safety is not in “F” position (step 8) • Clean and lubricate gun

• Call 1-888-367-2273 for instructions on returning the product to Bard for service.

• Gun hard to fire or does not fire

• Ensure that gun is completely energized (step 3) • Ensure that safety is in “F” position (step 8) • Clean & lubricate gun

• Call 1-888-367-2273 for instructions on returning the product to Bard for service.

• Gun doesn’t fire completely

• Clean & lubricate gun

• Call 1-888-367-2273 for instructions on returning the product to Bard for service.

• Can’t switch between 15 & 22 mm positions

• Ensure that gun is completely energized (step 3) • Clean & lubricate gun

• Call 1-888-367-2273 for instructions on returning the product to Bard for service.

Bard recommends that the instrument be cleaned and lubricated using the products listed below after every use, in accordance with the Instructions For Use. The cleaner and lubricant are EtO and steam sterilizable, and will enhance the performance and longevity of the instrument. Do not use 2% glutaraldehyde, bactericidal solutions, concentrated chlorhexidine gluconate, or any other agent containing alcohol, as it may cause the instrument to not function properly.

Insert needle

STEP

Remove spacer, close cover

STEP

Nick skin & align with lesion

Cleaning Instructions Inspect the instrument for signs of deterioration or damage (cracking, blistering, separation of coating, pitting) Do Not Use if deterioration or damage is observed. Thoroughly wash the instrument in a mild, warm detergent. Bard recommends hand dishwashing detergent. Then rinse all parts well with hot water. Thoroughly dry the product inside and out.

Lubrication Instructions Use quality medical grade lubrication compatible with the sterilization methods identified. Bard recommends the use of Bard Magnum lubrication pack, product number LP-1522.

Sterilization Instructions Sterilize either by autoclaving or ethylene oxide. Prior to sterilization the instrument should be cleaned and placed in appropriate packaging materials. Although cycle conditions and times will vary, typical conditions for autoclaving are 2500F (1210C) for 30 minutes and for ethylene oxide sterilization, 500mg/L ethylene oxide, 50%-70% relative humidity (RH) and 1200-1300F, with exposure time dependent on type of vessel. To ensure effectiveness, sterilization process should be properly validated and monitored with the proper biological controls. Sterilization operations should proceed according to sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions. Do not sterilize by irradiation.

STEP

Switch safety to fire

STEP

Press trigger to fire

MAGNUM® Disposable Biopsy Needles MAGNUM™ Needles Order Number

Gauge x Length

MN2010 MN2013 MN2016 MN2020 MN1810 MN1813 MN1816 MN1820 MN1825 MN1830

20 X 10 20 X 13 20 X 16 20 X 20 18 X 10 18 X 13 18 X 16 18 X 20 18 X 25 18 X 30

MN1522

MAGNUM Biopsy Instrument

MAGNUM™ Needles Order Number

MN1610 MN1613 MN1616 MN1620 MN1410 MN1413 MN1416 MN1420 MN1210 MN1213 MN1216 MN1220

Gauge X Length

16 X 10 16 X 13 16 X 16 16 X 20 14 X 10 14 X 13 14 X 16 14 X 20 12 X 10 12 X 13 12 X 16 12 X 20

To order, call 1-888-367-2273 or fax order to 1-888-383-3839 Ask your sales representative about our Bard biopsy products.

C. R. Bard, Inc. Covington, GA 30014

To remove sample, repeat step 2

Bard and Magnum are registered trademarks of C. R. Bard, Inc. or an affiliate. Please consult product labels and inserts for any indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, cautions and directions for use. © 2006 C. R. Bard, Inc. All rights reserved. 0602-28 R4/06 THP P7/06 1M