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GERMANY USA UK
RICHARD WOLF GmbH RICHARD WOLF RICHARD WOLF UK Ltd.
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Contents
1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Indications and field of use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Contraindications and side effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4.1 Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4.2 Side effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5.1 Potential equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5.2 Requirements for the products / components of a combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.6.1 Video mode - optionally with documentation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.1 Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Setting the DIP switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3 Color bar test chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.4 Adjusting LCD monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Visual check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Function check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.1 Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.2 Controls and modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3.1 White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3.2 Automatic brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.3.3 Contour enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.3.4 Endoscopic image adaptation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.3.5 Storage function on USB stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.3.6 Directory structure on a USB stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3.7 Functions and control via camera head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3.8 Taking out of service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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7.2.1 Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.3 Operating, storage, transport and shipping conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.4 Spare parts and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.5 Replacing parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.5.1 Device fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.5.2 Disposal of product, packaging material and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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1 General information
1.1 Symbol
Symbol Designation
Attention, Caution
Potential equalization
Brightness control
Contour enhancement
USB interface
Data output
Recycle the product separately. Do not discard together with other waste.
Manufacturer
-25_C
+ 50_C
Maximum temperature range for shipment, transport and storage
XX°
Permissible temperature range
XX°
XXhPa
Permissible atmospheric pressure range
XXhPa
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Symbol Designation
XX%
Permissible humidity range
XX%
A Registered Trademark of a Recognized Testing Laboratory, confirm the compliance to the standard
of Medical Electrical Equipment CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60601-1 (c) and ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (us)
Identification in conformity with medical devices directive 93/42/EEC only valid if the product and/or
packaging is marked with this symbol. Products of category IIa and above, as well as sterile products
or products with measuring function of category I, are additionally identified with the code no. of the
notified body (0124).
CAUTION!
The device may fail!
For therapeutic applications, a second camera with the same specifica
tions should be available.
. NOTE!
We recommend reading relevant literature for the planned application.
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1.4.1 Contraindications
1.5 Combinations
The ENDOCAM Performance HD Controller may only be used in combin
ation with the camera heads approved by Richard Wolf and following the
instruction manual of the camera heads used.
. IMPORTANT!
In addition to this instruction manual, follow the manuals for the products
used in combination with this product.
. IMPORTANT!
Via its RJ45 or USB interfaces, this device must not be connected to a
network (e.g. hospital in-house network).
. IMPORTANT!
Connect only USB accessories tested and approved by Richard Wolf to
the USB interfaces.
Otherwise interference or malfunction cannot be excluded.
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1.5m
1.5m
1.5m The general requirements depend on whether the products /
components are inside or outside the patient environment.
MP MP
- - Verification of the total patient leakage current
~ ~
MP MP
~ **
MP NMP
**
~ ~
MP NMP
- Verification of leakage currents
a) additional protective earth connection
**
~ - (consult the corresponding manufacturer),
MP or
NMP b) additional isolating transformer for medical applications **
~
MP NMP
~
MP MP / NMP
**
~
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. IMPORTANT!
The persons combining products to form a system are responsible for not impairing the system's compliance with
performance and safety requirements, and that the technical data and the intended use are adequately fulfilled.
Possible electromagnetic or other interference that may occur between the product and other products can cause
faults or malfunctions.
When selecting the system components, make sure that they meet the necessary requirements of the medical envi
ronment they are used in, in particular IEC/ EN 60601-1 (3. Edition IEC/EN 60601-1, section 16). In case of doubt
contact the manufacturer(s) of the system components.
Do not touch connectors for electrical connections between various components (such as signal input connectors
and signal output connectors for video signals, data exchange, controls etc.) and the patient at the same time.
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Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic immunity for products that are not life-supporting
The product is intended for use in the environment specified below. The user should assure that the product is used in such an environment.
Immunity tests IEC 60601 test level Compliance Electromagnetic environment - Guidelines
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should
be used no closer to any part of the product, including ca
bles, than the recommended separation distance calculated
from equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
REMARKS:
At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies. These guidelines may not apply in all situations. The propagation of elec
tromagnetic waves is affected by absorption and reflexion from buildings, objects and people.
1 = The field strength of stationary transmitters (e.g. base station for radio phone, earth to earth radio stations,, amateur radio stations, radio
and television transmitters) cannot be exactly predicted in theory. To assess the EMC environment due to fixed transmitters an electromagnetic
site survey should be conducted. If the measured field strength in the location in which the product is used exceeds the applicable compliance
level above, the product should be observed to verify normal operation.
If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be required, such as reorienting or relocating the product.
2 = Over the frequency range between 150 kHz and 80 MHz the field strength should be below 3 V/m.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices and devices which
are not life-supporting
The product is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment where HF disturbances are controlled.
The user can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile HF telecommunica
tions equipment and the product.
Separation distance as a function of transmitter frequency (m)
Rated nominal output power of the
transmitter (Watts) 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
d = 1.2 p P d = 1.2 p P d = 2.3 p P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a nominal output power not listed in the table above, the recommended separation distance (d) in meters (m) can be
determined using the applicable equation (observe frequency). P = nominal power of the transmitter in Watts (W).
REMARKS:
At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies. These guidelines may not apply in all situations. The propagation of elec
tromagnetic waves is affected by absorption and reflexion from buildings, objects and people.
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DVI
1 2
HDMI
3
2
USB 2.0
Legend
Direct connection to monitor
1 HDMI to DVI cable or cabling for alternative signal type
. NOTE!
Depending on the configuration the device has different video interfaces serving different standards.
When establishing cable connections to peripheral devices make sure that these standards are met.
(see section 7.2).
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2 Illustration
8 7 6 5 4 2 1.1 1
Legend
1 Power ON/OFF switch 5 Contour enhancement
1.1 Power ON/OFF LED 6 Endoscopic image adaptation
2 "Automatic white balance" (AWB) button 7 Camera socket (applied part in accordance with
the camera head connected)
3 "Brightness preselection PLUS“ button 8 USB 2.0 interface (for external storage media)
4 "Brightness preselection MINUS" button
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16 17 18 19 20
SD HD Service
S--VIDEO COMPONENT
DIP
DIP
P Y P
B R
1 HDMI
DIP Resolution
USB
1080i
720p
1 2 SDI
2
480i/576i
VIDEO REMOTE
15 14 13 12 11 9 19.1
10
21
FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS UNIT TO BE
USED OR SOLD, EXCEPT UNDER THE SUPER-
VISION OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR.
Legend
9 USB 2.0 service interface 16 Potential equalization connector
10 Remote output 17 YPbPr output
(e.g. printer remote control)
11 SDI output 18 HDMI output
12 Video output 19 DIP switches for setting the resolution on the
HDMI output
13 S-video output 19.1 Table for DIP switch positions
14 Fuse plate 20 RJ45 service interface
15 Power input connector with fuse holder 21 Identification plate
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3 Setup
WARNING!
The device is not protected against explosions.
Explosion hazard.
Do not operate this device in areas where there is a danger of explosion.
WARNING!
Power supply without protective earth.
Danger of electric shock!
Connect the device only to a power supply with protective earth.
. NOTE!
The line / mains voltage must correspond with the voltage indicated on
the identification plate. Connect the device only via the supplied power
cable or a power cable with the same specifications.
Do not block any ventilation slots!
CAUTION!
Danger of faults and malfunctions.
To guarantee the safety of the user, patient and others, use only acces
sories and spare parts specified by the manufacturer of this product.
Other accessories or spare parts can cause the emission of increased
electromagnetic radiation or reduced immunity against interference.
. IMPORTANT!
Medical electrical equipment is subject to special precautions with regard
to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Make sure you follow the notes on EMC for installation and operation.
Medical electrical devices can be influenced by mobile HF communication
devices.
If it is necessary to stack the devices or place them next to each other
and HF interference is observed, make sure you carefully observe the
intended operation of the devices.
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3.1 Preparation
. IMPORTANT!
Never direct the camera head at the sun or bright light sources in the vi
cinity. High-energy radiation in the visible and ultraviolet wave length
range can damage the image sensor surface. This may result in color
distortions and image noise.
When the camera head is not in use, the protection cap, or with the ob
jective lens connected, the lens protection cap must be installed.
Fig. 1
23
22 21 20
Legend
20 Compatible camera head 22 Endoscope
21 Objective lens 23 Light cables
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Z The DIP switches serve to set the resolution of the HDMI output of the
camera controller.
. NOTE!
Depending on the selected resolution and the monitor connected, the im
age may be displayed with black bars on both sides.
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4 Checks
. IMPORTANT!
Run through the checks before and after each use.
Do not use the products if they are damaged or incomplete or have loose
parts.
Return damaged products together with any loose parts for repair.
Do not attempt to do any repairs yourself.
Z Connect the camera head to the camera controller and the endoscope
to the objective lens.
Z Check the connectors for secure connections.
Z Switch on the camera controller.
' The LED on the power switch lights up.
' After a successful selftest the device is ready for operation.
Z Switch on all other devices.
Z Connect the light cable to the endoscope and switch on the light
source.
' Direct the endoscope at an object and check image rendering on the
monitor, ensure sufficient image brightness.
CAUTION!
Danger of glare.
Do not look into the open end when the light cable or endoscope is con
nected.
Z Vary the distance between the endoscope and the object; adhere to
the typical working distances for the endoscope in question.
' The automatic brightness control keeps the brightness of the monitor
image constant over a wide range.
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5 Use
. NOTE!
Depending on the focal length of the objective lens, image information of
the endoscope (A) cannot be detected on the image sensor (B) (Fig. 2).
A B Depending on the use and system combination, the brightness control
must be adjusted.
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5.3 Operation
. IMPORTANT!
Possible malfunction of the device controls.
A malfunction can cause a failure of the controllability of the device wi
thout impairing the actual image display. Carry out a restart of the device
at a later, convenient point in time.
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. IMPORTANT!
A The camera controller does not have an internal hard disk. Images/video
B recordings can only be stored directly on external storage media.
Single frame and white balance:
Actuating the left camera head button (A) < 1 s:
D The single frame is stored on all external storage media connected
(e.g. USB stick).
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Clean the device with a soft cloth moistened with a surface disinfectant
that is approved for cleaning/disinfecting surfaces on devices, universal
device carts, and auxiliary carts. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer's
instructions for use.
. IMPORTANT!
Make sure that no humidity enters the device. Do not use any cleaning
agents, scouring agents or solvents on this device.
6.3 Maintenance
. IMPORTANT!
In the case of inquiries or in your correspondence please always indicate
the product number and the serial number listed on the identification
plate. Further documentation is available from the manufacturer on re
quest.
. IMPORTANT!
To avoid any incidents or damage caused by aging and wear it is neces
sary to service the product and the accessories at adequate intervals.
Depending on the frequency of use, but at least once a year, have an
expert check the functional and operational safety of the equipment.
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7 Technical description
7.1 Troubleshooting
. IMPORTANT!
If the faults cannot be corrected with the help of this table, please contact
our service department or return the device for repair.
'Do not attempt to do any repairs yourself!
Device is not functional Power switch is not on 'Actuate the power switch
Power cable is not connected 'Connect the power cable
Fuse in device is defective 'Replace the fuse
No line voltage/mains 'Check in-house power supply
Incorrect color rendering
Automatic white balance Automatic white balance incorrect 'Perform white balance
Incorrect color setup of monitor 'Readjust color saturation and color
General phase
Light projector has not reached its op 'After switching on the light projector,
erating temperature wait for 3 min, then carry out the white
balance procedure
Image flickers
Video-controlled light projector in Both shutter function and video control 'Set to light projector to manual mode
combination with shutter function on the light projector are active or deactivate the shutter function
Image too bright
General Target brightness on camera con 'Adjust target brightness
troller is set too high
Unfavorable setting of adaptation of 'Adjust image circle diameter as re
endoscopic image quired
Monitor incorrectly set 'Contrast and brightness on monitor
incorrectly set
Image too dark
Target brightness on camera con 'Adjust target brightness
troller is set too low
Unfavorable setting of adaptation of 'Adjust image circle diameter as re
endoscopic image quired
Light transmission not optimal 'Clean the light entry and exit sur
faces of the endoscope and light cable
Light projector without video control Level setting of light projector too low 'Increase the level
Grainy image or image noise Light projector too dark 'Set the light projector to brighter
Blurred image Objective lens not focused 'Adjust the obejctive lens to maximum
sharpness
Camera or objective lens window 'Clean the window
soiled
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7.2.1 Interfaces
Output format
Digital video
PAL 720 x 576 (50 Hz)
USB 2.0 Interlaced
NTSC 720 x 480 (60 Hz)
. NOTE!
To prevent damage during transport or shipment of the products we recommend using the original
packaging material.
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CAUTION!
The specifications of the device fuses must correspond with the fuse ra
tings on the identification plate.
Use only the fuses specified in the spare parts list.
2 2
1
1
3 3
Z Switch off the device and disconnect the power cable from the wall
socket and from the power input connector of the device.
Z Push together the clamps [2] of the fuse holder [1] and pull out the fuse
holder.
Z Pull out and replace the fuses [3].
Z Reinsert the fuse holder [1] and push in until it clocks into place.
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Richard Wolf guarantees our instruments to be free from any defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for one year. Richard Wolf general terms and conditions may be found on the
back of our invoice.
Parts delivered separately by Richard Wolf are subject to all of the same general terms and conditions for
our products, including the limitations of warranty and liability.
All products should be returned to Richard Wolf for any necessary or desired repair or part replacement.
No product repair or part replacement should be done other than by Richard Wolf unless the care and
instruction manual or other written information indicates that repair or part replacement is authorized. If
authorized, parts must be replaced only by parts supplied or specified by Richard Wolf, and product repair
and part replacement must be done in strict conformance with Richard Wolf specifications and instruc
tions for repair and part replacement, including post replacement testing and recalibration. Failure to fol
low this requirement in any way can be dangerous to you, your personnel and your patients and voids the
warranty for the product repaired or the product in which the part was replaced and if the part was supplied
by Richard Wolf, for that part.
Delivery by Richard Wolf of technical documents such as circuit or other design diagrams does not consti
tute authorization for product repair or part replacement. Richard Wolf instruments and other products
should never be modified or altered under any circumstances.
Contact Richard Wolf if you have any question (1) whether replacement of a part or a repair is authorized
by Richard Wolf, or (2) whether you have complete instructions and specifications for part replacement or
repair.
These instructions do not attempt to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for every
possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Should further
information be required or should problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser's
purpose, the matter should be referred to Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation.
Our national sales and service offices, as well as our manufacturing facility, are located in Illinois. Trained
manufacturer's representatives are located throughout the U.S. to serve you. For any questions regard
ing these instruments, or to place an order, contact Richard Wolf customer service department at
847-913-1113 or 800-323-WOLF (9653).
INSTRUMENT ORDERING POLICY
Richard Wolf reserves the right to make substitutions, if necessary, without prior notice.
REPAIR POLICY
Defective merchandise will be repaired or replaced at no charge to the customer, provided the customer
delivers such defective merchandise prepaid. Any repairs, maintenance or servicing of Richard Wolf mer
chandise by anyone other than a factory authorized representative will render our warranty null and void.
REPAIR SHIPMENTS
When returning your instrument for repair, we suggest that you prevent shipping damage to the instru
ment by reusing the box that it was originally shipped in. Richard Wolf also recommends that the instru
ment be insured for an amount to cover the cost of replacement.
IMPORTANT
For general safety and health reasons, Richard Wolf requires that you clean and sterilize all instruments
before returning them for repair. If instruments are received in an unsanitary condition, Richard Wolf will
clean and sterilize each instrument and add a $ 100.00 cleaning charge for each instrument requiring
cleaning.
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