Product Description; Handling, Operation - Candulor CA 3.0 Mode D'emploi

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Instructions for Use
Specifications:
• Bonnwill's triangle 110 mm
• Balkwill angle 25°
• Height 150 mm, inside height 100 mm with mounting plates,
115 mm without, depth 160 mm, width 145 mm
• Retrusive path 1.5 mm
• ISS: 0-2.5 mm fixed
• Condyle path inclination adjustable 0°-60°
• Replaceable incisal guides 0°, 15° and 30°
• Weight: 690 g
• Material: anodised aluminium
• Colour: silver
1 Introduction
1.1 Preface
Thank you for purchasing a branded product from Candulor.
This appliance is a technically sophisticated product. Top
quality and high precision are the hallmarks of this equipment.
However, risks can arise in the case of improper use. Please en-
sure that you have read and fully understood the instructions
given below before using the product. We hope you will enjoy
working with the CA 3.0.
1.2 Warranty
We provide a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase
against material failure of original metal parts. The validity of
the warranty depends on proper handling in accordance with
the Instructions for Use.
2 Safety
This appliance has been developed solely for use in dentistry
and must be handled strictly in accordance with the Instruc-
tions for Use. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
damages arising as a result of incorrect handling or of using
the appliance for other purposes. The user shall be solely
responsible for testing the appliance prior to use in order to
verify its suitability for the intended purpose, particularly if
that purpose is not explicitly stated in the instructions.
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CA 3.0
3 Product Description
3.1 Function description, layout of the appliance
The CA 3.0 is a semi-adjustable articulator designed in
accordance with Camper's plane. The mechanical joint takes
the form of a guide edge which supports a bi-conical axle. The
horizontal condyle path inclination can be adjusted from 0°-60°
by rotating a wheel. The appliance incorporates a retrusive
movement of 1.5 mm as well as the possibility of an immediate
side shift. A novel centric quick-lock facility can be activated for
exact, reproducible initial set position of the articulator. The
upper and lower sections of the articulator remain connected
by the centric rubber bands even when the centric lock is open.
Thanks to its well-conceived range of accessories the CA 3.0
can be readily adapted to suit the personal preferences and
requirements of the user.
3.2 Indication
Suitable for the three-dimensional fixing of models of dental
reconstructions. The basic configuration is suitable for simula-
ting the average-value movements of the human temporo-
mandibular joint.
3.3 Contraindications
Based on current knowledge, there are no contraindications
providing that the appliance is handled properly in accordance
with the Instructions for Use.
4 Installation and First Use
4.1 Using the appliance for the first time
Remove the parts from the box and check for completeness. If
any parts are missing or damaged, please contact Customer
Service. We recommend that you keep the packaging for trans-
portation purposes. Before using the articulator for the first
time, spray with a standard silicone spray.
Do not grease!
4.2 Setting up the appliance (average value ) (03)
• Loosen knurled thumb screw A and set condyle path
inclination to an average value of 30°.
• Close the centric lock (04)
• Push the vertical guide rod on the vertical guide rod holder
into the zero position (millimetre scale) and fasten
• Centre the incisal guide on the vertical guide rod
• Push the long part of the incisal pointer through the top
hole and the short part through the bottom hole on the
vertical guide rod as far as they will go.
4.3 Support rod
The supporting rod is a feature of the ergonomic design of the
articulator. Screw the supporting rod into the thread in the
upper section of the CA 3.0. When the supporting rod is fitted
the upper section of the articulator will be supported (opening
stop).
4.4 Mounting in the articulator (01 + 02)
The following possibilities are available for mounting in the
articulator:
Direct fixing with plaster thanks to the split-cast system (01)
Plastic mounting plates, Metal mounting plates (02)
5 Handling, Operation
5.1 Centric position
The CA 3.0 features a precision centric lock which can be acti-
vated in 3 possible positions:
Centric lock (04) closed
In this position the CA 3.0 can only be opened and closed in
centric position for occlusion checks to be performed.
Centric lock (04) open
Retrusion lock closed
Protrusive, Bennett, balance movements as well as immediate
side shift (ISS) and all intermediate movements can be physio-
logically reproduced in this position.
Centric lock and retrusion lock open (05)
With the lock in this position, the retrusive movement can also
be performed.
5.2 Protrusive movement (06)
If the centric lock is open, the protrusive movement can be
performed as shown in the figure. The horizontal condyle path
inclination can be adjusted from 0°-60° by rotating the wheel.