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1. 2. 3.4a. 4b. 5.Using CareFusion Surgical ClippersIn order to comply with recommended practices, the followingsteps should be taken for preoperative hair removal usingCareFusion Surgical Clippers1. Attach the bladeUsing gloved hands, position a new blade on top of theclipper head and slide the blade back until it clicks intoplace and the indentations on the handle are alignedwith the notch on the blade.2. Clip hairWet clip whenever possible. Clipping a dry area canresult in airborne dispersal of skin cells and loose hair,which can contaminate the wound site.Hold the clipper handle as you would a pen or pencilwith the CareFusion logo facing up. Stretch the skin,rest the clipping blade flat on the skin and clip againstthe grain of the hair.3. Remove bladeTurn the clipper off, position the clipper blade facingdownward over a sharps bin and use your thumb to pushthe blade forward along the blade frame.4. Clean clipper handleWash the clipper handle thoroughly with soap and water,wipe the device with surface disinfectant, or soak thehandle in an approved antimicrobial agent for no morethan 15 minutes.5. Charge and storePlace the clipper handle in an upright position in thecharging adapter to ensure it will be charged for the nextprocedure.
Ordering InformationCat. No. Description Qty. Cs.Hardware4413 Rechargeable surgical clipper 14414K Charging adapter 1Blades4406 General purpose bladeDesigned for all types of hair.Recommended for general surgery,cardiology and orthopaedics.4412A Neuro bladeDesigned for head hair and othervery thick hair.Recommended for neurosurgery.4403A SensiClip ® bladeDesigned for hair removal inthe groin and perineal area.Recommended for urology, labourand delivery, obstetrics and gynaecology.502020Remember:• Always rest the base of theclipping blade flat on the patient’sskin. Do not change the angle or“toe in” the blade in an attempt toget a closer clip.• Maintain a consistent grip onthe clipper handle. Do not use anoverhand hold, as this will provideless accuracy and control.• Always move the clippers awayfrom your body with a gentlepush. Avoid pulling the clipperstoward you across the patient’sskin and never apply greaterforce than needed.
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