Dentsply Maillefer ProPex Mode D'emploi page 3

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A Contents
Before use, please check the exact contents of the new equipment:
– one Propex apex locator
– one charger
– one measurement cable including 2 lip clips, 2 connection hooks and 2 connec-
tion forks.
B Recharging the Battery
The Propex is delivered with a rechargeable battery.
The Propex screen has an indicator showing the level of charge of the battery. When this
is flashing, the battery requires recharging. However, it is still functional for 3 or 4 treatments
before the battery dies.
Procedure for recharging the battery:
1) Disconnect the measurement cable
2) Connect the charger cable to the equipment (connection on the right side
of the Propex)
3) Connect the charger to the mains
An orange light indicates that the battery is charging.
A green light indicates that charging is complete.
Duration of charging: 12 hours (24 hours after long periods without use).
Note: Propex cannot be used while charging.
C Getting Started
1) Disconnect the charger from the device if connected
2) Connect the measurement cable and switch on the device
3) Link the lip clip to the patient
4) Insert the file into the canal
5) Connect the hook to the file
A green light (coupled with a 2-beep signal) indicates that the Propex is ready for use
A red light (and no sound signal) indicates a faulty connection. Check your connections,
clean your hook connection and lip clip, moisten the canal if necessary and start again.
No other specific adjustment is necessary before commencing measurement. Propex
works with all types of canal instruments.
One tone audio signal is emitted when the unit is turned on.
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Propex is equipped with a sonic indicator which enables monitoring of the progression of the
file within the canal.
This function, in conjunction with the digital display of progression, enables working "blind"
while still monitoring the progression of the file.
The volume can be adjusted to one of four levels: mute, low, normal and high, by succes-
sive presses on the . volume key.
Visual of different volumes to be included.
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1) Median Zone
Slowly introduce the file into the canal.
In the pre-apical zone, Propex indicates the progression of the file via two vertical arrows.
A downward pointing arrow appears when the file descends into the canal, and a upward
pointing arrow when the instrument is withdrawn.
Sound Adjustment
Search for the Apex
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