Instructions For Use; Operator Training Requirements; General System Operation - smith&nephew ArthroCare Atlas Manuel De L'opérateur

16 ArthroCare
Atlas™ System
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User's Manual

Instructions for Use

Operator Training Requirements

The operator should be experienced in electrosurgical techniques. It is recommended that the user remain current
with advances in orthopedic procedures. Additional training on the use of the ArthroCare Atlas System from an
ArthroCare representative is recommended.

General System Operation

Wands are activated using either the Foot Control or the Hand Control. The Foot Control and the Hand Control have
three functions as described below:
Ablation Activation
Pressing the Ablation Activation function operates the Controller's normal ablation mode and will
activate the Wand.
Coagulation Activation
Pressing the coagulation function will activate the Controller's preset coagulation mode. And will acti-
vate the Wand for hemostasis of blood vessels.
Ablation Set Point Adjustment
Pressing the Ablation Set Point Adjustment function will adjust the Ablation voltage level on the
Controller. Each time the Ablation Set Point Adjustment function is pressed, the Ablation voltage
level increases by one level up to the maximum set point for each Wand style. Once the maximum
level for the connected Wand has been reached, the System will cycle back to Set Point 1.
NOTE: The Foot Control and Hand Control cannot be used simultaneously.