User's Manual

4-22 Chapter 4: System Operation
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Figure 4-16 Wand Not Functioning Screen
Caution!
Do not shorten the length of the SmartWand’s cable in order to replace the connector
at either end. Adjusting the cable length will affect the wand’s performance. Replace
the entire cable with a new one if any complications arise.
Notes
• Remove instruments from the surgical site prior to scanning with the SmartWand.
• Before removing the SmartWand from the sterile field, the user should leave Wand
mode to reduce the chance of inadvertently detecting items in the path of the
wand.
• While in Wand mode do not set the wand on large metal surfaces. If this occurs,
remove the wand from the surface and give the system 20 seconds to readjust.
• Do not attempt to scan trash cans or other metal receptacles for disposable items,
as the wand may not be able to detect them.
• While in Wand mode do not place the SmartWand on the Count Out Basin or on
the In Scanner: the wand will fail to operate. Removing the wand from these
locations will restore normal functionality.
• Do not use the wand in conjunction with any large reusable, capacitive-coupled
return electrode systems that are placed under the patient for electosurgical
devices, as the read range of the wand may be significantly reduced.
• When scanning a patient, hold the SmartWand only by its handle.
• If Wand mode is entered with the wand still in the hanger, the System Alert shown
in
Figure 4-16 below may appear. Remove the wand from the hanger and press
CONTINUE to resume.