2. Plug the power supply into an appropriate electrical outlet (100-240VAC nominal, 50-60Hz). If necessary, use
the proper adapter for your region. (Fig. 2) Refer to Section 4.9 "Power Supply & Adapters". The green light on
the back of the charging base indicates that the charging base is plugged into the electrical outlet and receiving
power. (Fig. 3)
3. Ensure that the charging base tip is in the lower position. (Fig. 4)
4. Ensure that the handpiece tip is rotated so the alignment marks are matched (Fig. 5) and insert it into the opening
of the charging base. (Fig. 6) Loop™ will automatically start a Self-Check Dirty Lens Detection. A green circle with
a checkmark indicates a clean lens.
If the battery is too low, allow the battery to charge until the low-battery indicator has disappeared. When the
battery is charged, remove and replace the handpiece on the charging base to automatically start a Self-Check
Dirty Lens Detection.
NOTE: The handpiece arrives in a locked state for shipping. Refer to Section 1.4.1 "Before the Cure" for shipping
lock screen. Placing the handpiece in the charging base will automatically unlock the handpiece.
NOTE: Keep the lens clean from skin oils and debris. If you receive a Dirty Lens Detection Failure, refer to Section
5.3 "Cleaning the Lens".
5. After the handpiece has properly charged, you may remove it from the charging base for normal use.
When not in use, the Loop
Refer to Section 4.2 "Normal Operation" to determine your desired mode of operation.
Refer to Section 4.3 "Settings" to change any settings.
Refer to Section 4.7 "Protective Barrier Sleeve" for application instructions.
Refer to Section 4.8 "Protective Light Shield" for application instructions.
CAUTION: Do not position the charging base so that it is difficult to disconnect the power cord.
WARNING: Do not touch the connector on the charger base and the patient simultaneously. The
Charging Base must only be used with the power supply provided for the Loop
connected with the appropriate supplied power adapter. Attempting to use another power supply may
create a risk of electric shock to the operator or damage the product and will void the warranty.
3.2 CHARGING & BATTERIES SET-UP
It is recommended to fully charge the Loop
4.10 "Charging and Batteries" for charging and battery operation.
3.3 INITIAL CALIBRATION
Once the Loop
handpiece is fully charged, calibration is recommended at initial set-up and once a month
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thereafter. Complete the steps in section 4.4 "Calibration".
4. Operation
4.1 OPERATING STATES
There are four operating states:
4.1.1 Idle
Idle: The handpiece is idle when it is not curing or in sleep mode and the battery is charged. The user may cycle
between curing irradiance and time settings by pressing the Menu or Select buttons. Curing cycles may also be
initiated from the idle state by pressing the Start/Stop button.
NOTE: To conserve battery life, the display will dim after a period of inactivity.
handpiece should be stored in the charging base with power connected.
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handpiece before first use. This may take up to 4 hours. Refer to Section
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charging base and
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