Keeler Slimline Handle User manual

SLIMLINE HANDLE

PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Keeler Slimline Handles

Carefully read this Instruction Section before using your Keeler product.
For your own safety and that of your customers observe all cautionary
information provided in this section. The following information is intended
to highlight potential safety hazards that can be associated with misuse, or
damage.

Warning

This product must not be used in the presence of ammable gases.

!

Do not disassemble or modify the battery. There are no serviceable
parts inside.

Do not dispose of battery in re, Do not puncture.

Do not use a battery that is deformed, leaking, corroded or visually
damaged.

If the product emits a strange odour, heat, or smoke, stop use immediately. The
continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.

Do not immerse the unit in any liquid

Do not use unit if damaged and periodically visually inspect for signs of
damage.

Only Keeler Slimline handles with a red base can be used in the Keeler
Lithium Charger. Do not try to insert a Keeler handle with a blue base into
the Keeler Lithium Chargers. Refer to Keeler handle and bulb identication.

Caution

Remove dry cell batteries before prolonged periods of storage.

Use only Keeler rechargeable battery Pt. No. EP39 18918

Charge only using Keeler chargers Pt. Nos 1941-P-5289, Double Charger
1941-P-5326, Mini Charger

Do not mix battery types.

Do not charge battery in any environment where the temperature may exceed
40oC or fall below 0oC.

Keep out of reach of children.

For indoor use only (protect from moisture)

To prevent condensation from forming, allow instrument to come to room
temperature before use.

When connecting instrument heads to handles check that voltage of the bulb
in the instrument corresponds with the voltage of the handle.
Ensure that the control is in the off position when the examination has been
completed.

When replacing Lithium cell, turn handle off and insert new cell. Replace
bottom cap, and place handle into charging well.

Environmental

Dispose of battery in line with local regulations on recycling of batteries.

Tape over battery contacts to avoid short circuiting during disposal.

Li-ion batteries contain no toxic heavy metals, such as mercury, cadmium or
lead.

Keeler Handle & Bulb Identication

Keeler handles & bulbs are colour coded to allow you to distinguish between
a dry cell battery handle (2.8V) and a rechargeable handle (3.6v). The handles
are colour coded as follows:

Blue Base = 2.8v for dry cell batteries
Red Base = 3.6v for rechargeable batteries

Please ensure when replacing bulbs that the voltage corresponds to the
handle voltage.

Inserting/Replacing Batteries

Unscrew battery cap, insert batteries and replace battery cap as shown in
Fig 1.

2xAA (LR6-AM3-MN 1500) LINER SLEEVE

BLUE

RED

EP39-18918

Fig. 1

Connection of the instrument heads to the handle.

The connection between the instrument head to the handle
is a screw thread. To connect our instrument head connect
as shown and rotate in clockwise direction. Ensure the
connection between the head and handle is positive.

Compatibility

The Keeler Specialist, Professional, Standard and Practitioner
Ophthalmoscopes and Keeler Retinoscopes are compatible
with Keeler 2.8v and 3.6v Keeler handles.

OFF

On/Off brightness control

To switch the instrument on, rotate the brightness control as
indicated to the right.
To switch off the instrument, rotate the brightness control as
indicated to the left.
Keeler Slimline Handles have a power indicator. This will

HALF ON

show if the instrument is on or off.
Red = on Silver = off.

Handle Identication

Keeler Slimline and pocket handles are colour coded to allow
you to distinguish between a dry cell battery handle (2.8v) and
a rechargeable handle (3.6v). The handles are colour coded

FULL ON

as follows:
Blue base = 2.8v. for dry cell batteries (with sleeve liner.)
Red base = 3.6v for rechargeable batteries.

Cleaning Instructions

Only manual non-immersion cleaning as described below should be used for
the instrument:

13A

13B

1. Wipe the external surface with a clean absorbent, non shedding cloth
dampened with a water / detergent solution (2% by volume) or water /
isopropyl alcohol solution (70% by volume).

2. Ensure that excess solution does not enter the instrument. Use caution to
ensure cloth is not saturated with solution.

3. Surfaces should be carefully hand-dried using a clean non-shedding cloth.

4. Safely dispose of used cleaning materials.

Warranty & Service

No user serviceable parts - all preventative maintenance and servicing must
only be performed by authorised Keeler representatives.

Your Keeler handle is guaranteed for 3 years and will be replaced or
repaired free of charge subject to the following:

1. Any fault is due to faulty manufacture

2. Proof of purchase accompanies any claim.

MANUFACTURED IN THE UK BY:

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The CE mark on this 
product indicates it has 
been tested to and 
conforms with the 
provisions noted within 
the 93/42/eec Medical 
Device Directive.

Keeler Limited

Clewer Hill Road
Windsor
Berkshire SL4 4AA
England
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FREEPHONE: 0800 521 251

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