9 Use of the BIOM® 5
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9.3 Under Sterile Conditions: Test the Safety Functions
Attention
Risk of injury due to improper function
Only use the BIOM® 5 when the following functions have been
checked and are in proper working order.
Before each use, check that
The unit is in technically perfect condition.
All connections and fasteners that can be loosened are properly
tightened and are in a safe condition.
The dovetail mount for the adaptor is securely fastened at the
microscope.
Flip the BIOM® 5 towards the adaptor plate. Make
sure that the housing body can be shifted without
resistance.
Slide the safety rod of the loupe holder up and
down several times to check that it runs
smoothly.
Check that the knob turns easily and shorten the
total length of the BIOM® 5 until the adjuster is
at the fully up position.
Check whether all fastening screws are present
(e.g. screws at the feather key of the safety rod).
The control mark (1) must be below the guide.
Fig. 9-4: Test the safety functions