Welch Allyn 26030 User Manual

Bivalve Nasal Speculum Instructions

Model 26030

Actuating the Specula Blades

The Bivalve Nasal Speculum can be manipulated into several positions. Four basic positions are
outlined here:

1. Insertion/Resting position: This is the natural position that the specula will assume when no
finger pressure is applied. It's also the same position used when inserting the specula into the
nostril.

2. Both specula spreading at once: This is the standard movement of the instrument. By pushing
both sections at their finger seat area, the nasal specula will spread as shown to the left.

3. Right or left blade spreading only: Push the finger seat area on the right or left section only.

4. Both specula spreading and pivoting: This can be done by pushing both sections at their finger
seat area. While doing this, move your fingers such that both halves pivot around their attach­ment to the base. The pivoting option allows you to position the instrument to maximize your
view and facilitate instrumentation.

Removing the Bivalve from the Illuminator Base

1. Grasp the Bivalve section with the left hand.

2. With your right hand, grasp the Illuminator's collar at "A."

3. While holding the Illuminator collar stationary, twist the
Bivalve section counterclockwise at "A" until the Bivalve sec­tion becomes loose as shown to the left.

4. Slide the right hand down to the power handle, grasp it and
turn it clockwise while keeping the Bivalve section stationary,
until the Bivalve section is removed as shown to the right.
The illuminator is now ready for use as a general purpose or
throat illuminator.

To replace Bivalve section, reverse the above steps.

Printed in USA • Welch Allyn Inc., 4341 State Street Road, Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220 • Part No. 260044 REV C

Bivalve Nasal Speculum Instructions

Model 26030

Actuating the Specula Blades

The Bivalve Nasal Speculum can be manipulated into several positions. Four basic positions are
outlined here:

1. Insertion/Resting position: This is the natural position that the specula will assume when no
finger pressure is applied. It's also the same position used when inserting the specula into the
nostril.

2. Both specula spreading at once: This is the standard movement of the instrument. By pushing
both sections at their finger seat area, the nasal specula will spread as shown to the left.

3. Right or left blade spreading only: Push the finger seat area on the right or left section only.

4. Both specula spreading and pivoting: This can be done by pushing both sections at their finger
seat area. While doing this, move your fingers such that both halves pivot around their attach­ment to the base. The pivoting option allows you to position the instrument to maximize your
view and facilitate instrumentation.

Removing the Bivalve from the Illuminator Base

1. Grasp the Bivalve section with the left hand.

2. With your right hand, grasp the Illuminator's collar at "A."

3. While holding the Illuminator collar stationary, twist the
Bivalve section counterclockwise at "A" until the Bivalve sec­tion becomes loose as shown to the left.

4. Slide the right hand down to the power handle, grasp it and
turn it clockwise while keeping the Bivalve section stationary,
until the Bivalve section is removed as shown to the right.
The illuminator is now ready for use as a general purpose or
throat illuminator.

To replace Bivalve section, reverse the above steps.

Printed in USA • Welch Allyn Inc., 4341 State Street Road, Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220 • Part No. 260044 REV C