Ambu aScope 5 Broncho Bedienungsanleitung Seite 10

Inspection of the image
1. Plug in the display unit connector into the corresponding connector on the compatible
display unit. Please ensure the colors are identical and be careful to align the arrows. 3a 3b
2. Verify that a live video image appears on the screen by pointing the distal tip of the endoscope
towards an object, e.g. the palm of your hand. 4
3. Adjust the image preferences on the display unit if necessary (please refer to the Ambu
display unit's Instructions for Use).
4. If the object cannot be seen clearly, wipe the lens at the distal tip with a sterile cloth.
Preparation of aScope 5 Broncho
1. Carefully slide the control lever upward and downward to bend the bending section as
much as possible. Then slide the control lever slowly to its neutral position. Confirm that
the bending section operates smoothly and correctly. 5a
2. Carefully turn the rotation control ring left and right to rotate the insertion cord as much as
possible. Then turn the rotation control ring back to its neutral position. Confirm that the
rotation control ring operates smoothly and correctly. 5b
3. Press the endoscope buttons one after the other. Short press < 1 second and long press
> 1 second. For default setting please see the display unit's Instructions for Use. 5c
4. Instill 2 ml of sterile water and 2 ml of air into the working channel using a syringe
(if applying a Luer Lock syringe, use the enclosed introducer). Press the plunger to ensure
that there are no leaks, and that water is emitted from the distal tip. 5d
5. If applicable, prepare the suction equipment as specified in the manufacturer's Instructions
for Use. Connect the suctioning tube to the suction connector and press the suction
button to check that suction is applied. 5e
6. If applicable, verify that endotherapy instruments of appropriate size can be passed
through the working channel without resistance. The enclosed introducer can be used for
connection of Luer Lock syringes or to ease insertion of very soft instruments, such as soft
catheters and protected specimen brushes, if necessary. 5f
7. If applicable, verify that the accessories or endotherapy instruments are compatible with
the endoscope before starting the procedure.
8. To guard against potentially infectious materials during the procedure, consider wearing
personal protective equipment.
3.2. Operating the aScope 5 Broncho
Holding the aScope 5 Broncho and manipulating the tip
The handle of the endoscope can be held with either hand.
Use your thumb to move the control lever up and down and your index finger to operate the
suction button. The control lever is used to flex and extend the distal tip of the endoscope in
the vertical plane 5a . Moving the control lever downward will make the tip bend anteriorly
(flexion). Moving it upward will make the distal tip bend posteriorly (extension). The insertion
cord should be held as straight as possible at all times to ensure an optimal bending angle at
the distal tip. After bending, the control lever should be moved back to the neutral position.
This will increase/ease maneuverability.
Rotation of the insertion cord 5b
The rotation control ring enables the user to rotate the insertion cord in relation to the handle,
and vice versa. This can be done either by holding the rotation control ring in place and then
rotating the handle, or by holding the handle in place and then rotating the rotation control
ring. In either case, make sure to check the rotation indicators on the rotation control ring and
on the red ring above. The rotation is in the neutral position (i.e. turned 0°) when the indicators
are aligned. This will allow a maximal rotation of 120° to either side. A tactile click indicates when
the rotation control ring has returned to the neutral position. Always view the live endoscopic
image when operating the rotation control ring to avoid patient injury.
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