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3� Press the desired needle port (A or B) on each channel containing a needle you wish to track ablate� Only one
needle per channel may activate the cautery function at a given time�
NOTE: The Visual-ICE Cryoablation System uses a pre-set duration of 30 seconds for each cautery phase for 1�5 CX-
type needles� This value is not adjustable, but the duration can be stopped in advance of 30 seconds by pressing the
Stop button�
NOTE: A maximum of four (4) needles may use the cautery function simultaneously�
4� Press the Start button to initiate track ablation (cautery)�
• During the needle warming phase, the Cautery Control Screen will display a rotating warming indicator
(Screen 38)�
Screen 38. 1.5 CX Needle Warming
• When the cautery threshold temperature is reached, Cauterization automatically begins�
o The timer will display Cauterizing (Screen 39)�
o The Cautery Control Screen will display the estimated temperature range for the needle shaft�
NOTE: The shaft temperature is displayed as a temperature range because tissue and procedural variables affect the
temperature�
Screen 39. 1.5 CX Needle Cautery In Progress
• When the cautery function has terminated, the timer indicates the status as Stopped and the temperature
display indicates that the needle is Cooling�
5� If desired, press the Start button to re-initiate track ablation on additional sections of the needle track�
6� After completing track ablation, carefully remove the needle�
WARNING: Ensure adequate thawing or cooling before attempting to remove needles from the patient�
Black (K) ∆E ≤5.0
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