Welch Allyn VideoPath Colposcope User manual
VideoPathTM Colposcope
Stand Alone Colposcope
Women's Health
Operating
Instruction
Manual
Table of Contents
Conventions
General Precautions
Symbols
Summary of Warnings and Cautions
Components
VideoPathh
VideoPath Light Source
Optional Accessory
Nomenclature
VideoPath
VideoPath
VideoPath
Vertical Pole Stand
Swing Arm Stand
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Colposcope
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Colposcope Front View
Colposcope Side View
Colposcope Back View
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Monitor
Light Source
Connection Diagrams
Connecting
Connecting
Connecting
Preparation
General Precautions
Assembly
Vertical Pole Stand Assembly
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Swing Arm Stand Assembly
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SettingUp
Operation
PowerSwitch
Focus and Zoom Controls
Green Filter Controls
Illumination Beam Director
Vertical Height Adjustment Ring
Swing Arm Height Adjustment
Right or Left Positioning of Swing Arm Colposcope
Positioning
Remote Video Functions
Storage of the VideoPath Colposcope Connector Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Maintenance
VideoPath
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VideoPath
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Colposcope Cleaning
Colposcope
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Colposcope
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Disinfecting Solutions
Illumination Lens Cleaning
Camera Lens Cleaning
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Specifications
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Thank you for purchasing the Welch Allyn
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found in this manual and your VideoPath Colposcope will provide you with many years of reliable service. Please read these
instructions thoroughly before attempting to use your new VideoPath Colposcope.
CAUTION: Federal law restricts sale of this device to, or on the order of, a physician or other
appropriately licensed medical professional.
VideoPath
Colposcope. Follow the operation and maintenance instructions
IMPORTANT:
equipment.
INDICATIONS FOR USE: For examination of the tissues of the vagina, cervix, and external genitalia, to investigate, by
means of magnification, abnormal cervical cytology or suspicious lesions of the lower female genital tract. Also used for
corresponding biopsy and treatment, when indicated.
NOTE: This device complies with the guidelines of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists’
threshold limits values for ultraviolet radiation for exposure time and distance consistent with the intended use of this device.
The material outlined in this manual should be reviewed and understood prior to operation of the
Conventions
CAUTION:
or moderate injury and/or damage to the equipment. They also alert against unsafe practices.
NOTE: Notes provide supplemental information to the text and indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage. They also highlight important information on the use of this equipment.
Cautions indicate a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor
General Precautions
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For safety, the VideoPath Colposcope should only be connected to either Welch Allyn VideoPath model number
VLX-10 or VLX-20 Light Sources.
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The VideoPath Colposcope should not be operated in the presence of flammable or explosive gases or chemicals, or
installed in areas where these materials are commonly used.
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Keep all liquids away from electrical equipment to avoid the possibility of shock and instrument damage.
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Occasionally inspect the umbilical cord and plug for signs of cuts, abrasions or other damage.
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The VideoPath Colposcope should never be stored or operated in areas where it could get wet or could be exposed to
any environmental conditions such as extreme temperature or humidity, direct sunlight, dust, etc.
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The illumination light is extremely bright. DO NOT stare directly into illumination beam director when the Light
Source lamp is lit.
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All service to the VideoPath Colposcope must be performed by Welch Allyn or by an authorized repair center.
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VideoPath Colposcope user should adhere to the operating conditions found in this manual and the applicable Light
Source manual. Otherwise, instrument damage may occur and/or operator/patient safety may be compromised.
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There are no user serviceable parts in this unit or in its accessories. Any attempt to disassemble and/or repair this unit
will result in voiding of the warranty.
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Do not immerse any portion of the VideoPath Colposcope.
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Symbols
On: Power: Connects to the low voltage supply.
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Off: Power: Disconnects from the low voltage supply.
Caution: Consult user’s manual for additional information.
Warning: Consult user’s manual for additional information.
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Summary of Warnings and Cautions
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Warning: High-intensity light
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Components
VideoPath Colposcope
The video colposcope includes . .
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VideoPath Colposcope and vertical stand models
88100/88110
Vertical stand hardware kit:
l Allen wrench
l Mounting cap
VLX-10/VLX-20
Light Source Includes:
VideoPath Colposcope and swing arm stand models
89100/89110
Swing arm hardware kit:
l Allen wrench
l Mounting washer
l Bolt
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Optional Accessory
40500 Light Source (VLX- 10)
45500
45510
Light Source (VLX-20)
Water Bottle (Not applicable for VideoPath Colposcope)
761076-0 Power Cord
45512
45520
S-Video Cable
Cleaning/Disinfection Bottle (Not applicable for
VideoPath Colposcope)
04060
Lamp Replacement Assembly
65158
RS232 Interface Cable
NOTE: Only accessories and components indicated in this manual are to be used
with the Welch Allyn Video Colposcope system.
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Nomenclature
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VideoPath Colposcope Front View
Name
1. Objective lens
2. Illumination beam director
VideoPath Colposcope Side View
Function
The lens that establishes the magnification and field of view.
Directs light beam.
Name
3. Ventilation slots
4. Zoom control button
5. Focus control button
6. Green filter button
7. LED indicator
Function
Allow air to enter and leave unit, cooling internal components.
Pressing + or - increases or decreases magnification accordingly.
Pressing < or > adjusts the focus.
Pressing turns the electronic green filter on or off.
Illuminates if the electronic green filter is on. Flashes during activation
or deactivation.
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