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Assumption of impaired safety
If it has to be assumed that safe operation is no longer
possible, the power must be disconnected and the
battery removed to avoid accidental operation. This may
be the case, for example, if the device is visibly damaged
or no longer works correctly. A complete disconnection
from the power supply is only ensured when the power
cord is disconnected from the power source. Ensure that
the device can be quickly and easily disconnected at any
time.
Eye protection
Direct or indirect exposure of the eyes must be
prevented. Prolonged exposure to the light is unpleasant
for the eyes and may result in injury. To optimize user
safety, the device has been equipped with intelligent
anti-glare protection. For this, the "polyvision" function
must be activated (see 4. Operation). With the polyvision
function activated, the Bluephase PowerCure
automatically senses if the handpiece is outside of the
mouth and automatically switches off the light if it has
been activated inadvertently. If a protective sleeve is
used, this function is not available.
In addition, we also recommend using the anti-glare
protective equipment supplied. Individuals who are
sensitive to light, who take photosensitizing drugs, have
undergone eye surgery, or work with the apparatus (or
in its vicinity) for long periods of time, should not be
exposed and should wear protective orange goggles
that absorb light below a wavelength of 515 nm. The
same applies for patients.
Battery
Caution: Use only original spare parts for
Bluephase PowerCure, particularly Ivoclar Vivadent
batteries and charging bases. Do not short circuit
battery. Do not touch the battery contacts. Do not store
at temperatures above 40 °C / 104 °F (or 60 °C / 140 °F
for a short period). Always store batteries charged. The
storage period must not exceed 6 months. May explode
if disposed of in fire.
Please note that lithium-ion batteries may react with
explosion, fire and smoke development if handled
improperly or mechanically damaged. Damaged lithium-
ion batteries must no longer be used.
The electrolytes and electrolyte fumes released during
explosion, fire and smoke development are toxic and
corrosive. Do not touch leaking batteries with bare
hands. In case of contact with the eyes or skin,
immediately wash with copious amounts of water.
Avoid inhalation of fumes. In case of indisposition, see a
physician immediately. Remove electrolyte residue from
surfaces by washing/wiping with a moist cloth. Wash
contaminated pieces of clothing immediately.
Heat development
As is the case with all high-performance lights, the high
light intensity results in a certain heat development. Pro-
longed exposure of areas near the pulp and soft tissues
may result in irreversible damage. Therefore, this high-
performance curing light must only be operated by
trained professionals.
Generally, the recommended curing times,
particularly in areas near the pulp, must be
observed. Using more than two 3sCure cycles
on the same tooth within a period of 30
seconds and direct contact with the gingiva,
oral mucous membrane or skin must be
strictly avoided. In addition, the light
emission window must remain positioned
exactly on the material to be cured during the
entire duration of the curing cycle (e.g. by
holding it in place using a finger). If soft tissue
exposure cannot be avoided, work with
reduced light intensity. Polymerize indirect
restorations at intermittent intervals of
10 seconds in the High Power program and
1 x 5 seconds each in the Turbo program or
use external cooling with an air stream. The
instructions regarding curing programs and
curing times must be observed (see Selecting
the curing program).
After several curing cycles on the same
tooth, there is a risk that the pulp suffers
damage caused by the increased
temperature!
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