Astralite Instructions for Use Issue B2 May 2014

Astralite LED Instructions for Use

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Contents

Contents 1

Before using the equipment ...4 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5

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Operating instructions...7 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6

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Symbols used ...4 Models covered...4 Classifications ...5 Environmental conditions...6 Related guides ...6

Using the controls ...7 Mobile Emergency Power Supply (MEL Versions only) ...8 Transporting the Mobile (Mobile Versions only) ...9 Removing/replacing the sterilisable handle cover ...10 Using the spring arm for the first time...11 Warnings...11

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Cleaning instructions...12

4

Disposal instructions ...13

5

Declaration of Conformity ...14

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Before using the equipment For your full satisfaction with this equipment it is recommended that you read this section carefully before you start to use it.

1.1

Symbols used The symbols used in this guide and on the product are explained in the following table.

1.2

Symbol

Description

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WARNING/DANGER – Pay special attention. Note this point. Refer to another section/guide.

Models covered The following Astralite LED models are available:

1.2.1



Wall mounted



Ceiling mounted



Mobile.

500nm Cell Safety Light The product is a special adaptation of a Galaxy Ultra HD-LED surgical light to reduce blue light toxicity in delicate cell tissue. Short wavelengths of visible light, ie visible violet and visible blue light, below 500 nanometers is known to damage delicate cells including embryonic cells, stem cells and human retinal cells. This product has been adapted to reduce this radiation to safe levels. A Cell Safety Light has the suffix F5. White light without the visible violet and blue appears yellow to the human eye. All other functions of the product described in this manual are standard.

1.2.2

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Wall mounted Model

Approx. weight

ALED10RW

11.5 Kg

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Before using the equipment

1.2.3

Ceiling mounted

1.2.4

Model

Approx. weight

ALED10RCJ

11.5 Kg

Mobile

1.3

Model

Approx. weight

ALED10RM

20 Kg

ALED10RMEL

32 Kg

Each of the above mounted models is also available with a separate transformer and in this case the product number has the suffix ST, eg ALED10RCJST.

Classifications The classifications are explained in the following table.

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Classification

Description

Electrical classification

Class 1

Classification according to EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC

Class 1

Lamp head degree of protection from ingress of dust and water

IPXO

Degree of protection against the presence of flammable anaesthetic mixtures

Not for use in a flammable atmosphere

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Environmental conditions The environmental conditions relate to transportation/storage and operating.

1.4.1

Transportation and storage The environmental conditions relating to transportation and storage are explained in the following table.

1.4.2

Condition

Range

Temperature

-40oC to 70oC

Relative humidity

10% to 95% non-condensing

Pressure

500hPa to 1060hPa

Operating The environmental conditions relating to operating are explained in the following table.

1.5

Condition

Range

Temperature

15oC to 30oC ambient temperature

Relative humidity

10% to 80% non-condensing

Related guides The other guides that relate to the Astralite LED lamps are:

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Astralite LED Wall-Mounted Models Installation Guide



Astralite LED Ceiling-Mounted Models Installation Guide



Astralite LED Mobile Models Assembly Guide



Astralite LED Routine Maintenance Guide.

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Operating instructions

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Operating instructions This section covers:

2.1



Using the controls



Removing/replacing the sterilisable handle cover



Using the spring arm for the first time



Warnings.

Using the controls When the lamp is fully assembled and ready to use, connect to the mains supply. The main controls are explained in the following table. Symbol

Description ON/OFF control knob

Intensity control knob

Red Balance control knob

Focus control knob – ALED F models only

2.1.1

Switching the lamp on/off To switch the lamp:

2.1.2



On, rotate the control knob on the side of the light pod clockwise.



Off, rotate the control knob on the side of the light pod anti-clockwise.

Increasing/decreasing the light intensity To increase the light intensity, rotate the control knob clockwise. To decrease the light intensity, rotate the control knob anti-clockwise.

2.1.3

Controlling the focus To adjust the size of the illuminated field, rotate the control knob on the side of the light pod. To increase the field size, rotate the control knob clockwise. To decrease the field size, rotate the control knob anti-clockwise.

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High intensity H models cannot be adjusted for focus and have no focus knob.

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Controlling the red balance To adjust the amount of red, rotate the control knob on the side of the light pod. To increase the red value, rotate the control knob clockwise. To decrease the red value, rotate the control knob anti-clockwise.

2.2

Mobile Emergency Power Supply (MEL Versions only)

2.2.1

Warnings Mains Healthy Indicator - Under normal mains supply the green indicator will be illuminated.

Low Battery Warning – Batteries are about to become exhausted When the mains supply is disconnected then the yellow indicator will illuminate when the batteries are 80% discharged, showing the batteries are about to become exhausted. The operating lamp connected to the system will continue to operate until the batteries become fully discharged. At this point the batteries will be disconnected and the lamp will not illuminate. The mains supply should be re-established before the lamp will re-illuminate.

2.2.2

Storage To store the unit when in regular use; leave the unit connected to an energised mains supply. This will keep the batteries at a ready state and improve battery life. To store the unit when not in regular use; ensure that the unit is charged then disconnect from the mains supply. Isolate the batteries by pushing and holding the storage switch for 5 seconds. The switch is found on the underside of the base, see (Y) below. Failure to isolate the batteries using the storage switch may result in the batteries being discharged. The unit can not be re-energised until mains power is re-applied.

Y

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Operating instructions

2.2.3

Resetting the miniature Circuit Brakers To reset the miniature cicuit braker, locate the lamp output MCB (X) as shown below and push the button in to reset. It should remain in. Only reset the MCB two or three times if they continue to open then seek advice from a qualified electrician.

X

2.3

Transporting the Mobile (Mobile Versions only) Before moving the Mobile unit; ensure that the power cable is disconnected from the mains outet and then neatly stowed and that the brake casters are released. Lower the lamphead arm to avoid it swinging around and monitor it in transit. Always pull the unit using the handle on the column see fig X below. Never allow the mobile unit to tilt as it could over balance and fall over, see fig Y. Fig X

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Fig Y

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Removing/replacing the sterilisable handle cover To fit a sterilisable handle cover you only need to push the handle cover over the Carrier until an audible click is heard and the handle has locked in position. As shown below. To release the sterilisable handle cover, simply push the blue release button and the cover can be removed.

Grub Screw

Release Button

Sterile Handle Cover (HM33562)

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The sterilisable handle as supplied is not sterile. You must sterilise it by autoclave – typically steam sterilisation at 134°C for three minutes – or by using normal sterilising solutions in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Operating instructions

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Using the spring arm for the first time The spring arm is balanced so that it will work only when the lamp head is fitted correctly. Occasionally, the spring arm as supplied is rather stiff to start with and the first time it is operated it needs an extra hard pull to allow the free up/down movement of the lamp head and spring arm.

2.6

Warnings



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Do not remove any covers from the lamp heads as there are no serviceable parts inside. The warranty will be invalidated if any covers are removed from the lamp heads.

!

Do not attempt to remove the lamp head as serious injury could occur.

Refer to Astralite LED Routine Maintenance Guide for more information about the general maintenance of the spring arm.

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Cleaning instructions !

Do not clean the lamp heads with alkaline cleaning solutions or bleach, which may damage the plastic material.

Brandon Medical approves the use of the following cleaning solutions on its products: 

HexaquartR plus – dilute to strength



MeliseptolR rapid – pre-prepared spray



MeliseptolR HBV – tissues.

These chemicals are manufactured by B Braun Ltd and are available from Brandon Medical. To order these products please contact your local stockist. Please ensure that the solutions are not applied to warm surfaces and that any excess solution is wiped from the surface and not allowed to dry as this may lead to a build-up of deposits. Make sure you check the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the dilution factors for a particular solution. You can clean the body of the lamp using proprietary non-alkaline, sterilising solutions as instructed by the manufacturer.

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Disposal instructions

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Disposal instructions

Do not dispose of the light with normal refuse. Depending on local regulations, dispose of the light at a recycling centre or return it to a dealer with a disposal service. Equipment must be de-contaminated before disposal or return to dealer.

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Declaration of Conformity

Brandon Medical Co Ltd hereby declares that this product – Astralite LED – is in compliance with the EC Directive 93/42/EEC. The Class 1 medical device specified above conforms to the essential requirements listed in the Annex 1 of the EC Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993. Despite any compliance with EMC standards, the device may emit radiation that interferes with adjacent equipment. If this becomes apparent then increase the distance between the two pieces of equipment.

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