TKR Positioner for Total Knee Replacement

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TKR Positioner for Total Knee Replacement,  24” (61 cm)  800-0141
TKR Positioner for Total Knee Replacement,  30” (76 cm)  800-0171
 

Initial Release: 11/17/2009
 

Manufacturer 
SchureMed (081001460) 
452 Randolph St., Abington, MA 02351 USA  
Toll Free (888) 724-8763 
Ph (781) 982-7000  |  Fax (781) 982-7001 
orders@schuremed.com

Authorized Representative 
Emergo Europe, Prinsessegracht 20, 2514 AP The Hague, The Netherlands

• Product not made with Natural Rubber Latex
• Device supports 500 lbs (227 kg) proportional patient load (6’4” (193 cm) tall patient per 99% human body model)
• Product warranty covers product from manufacturing defects for period of 2 years
• If damaged in shipping, call Customer Service at (888) 724-8763 or (781) 982-7000 to obtain Return Material Authorization number. For product warranty issues, contact Customer Service.
• Product is maintenance-free, check product condition before next use
• Life of device is 3 years under normal use
• Store device between –4°F to +86°F (–20°C to +30°C)
• All components must be cleaned before and after use. See cleaning instructions below.
• All components need to be steam sterilized. See sterilization instructions below.

Instructions 
Become familiar with patient positioning device’s features before use with patient. Always practice on a nurse, physician, or appropriate volunteer prior to using clinically.

   
Set Up and Use of TKR Positioner 

1.  Drape the surgical table. Choose Standard CamLoc Clamp (sold separately) to use with 1-2 drapes or Large CamLoc Clamp for 3-5 drapes.
2. Attach (A) CamLoc Clamp to rail. Then flip (B) Locking Lever right or left to secure. (DO NOT ATTACH OVER THE NOTCHES WITHIN THE SIDE RAIL).
3. Slide (C) Track System Crossbar into CamLoc Clamp. Securely tighten Track System Crossbar by turning (D) CamLoc Clamp Star Knob clockwise. 
4. Slide (E) Base Plate into (F) Cross Support Bar making sure its flush. Tighten two (G) Star Knobs by turning clockwise.
   
5. Insert Plastic Slide (K) within opening under Adjustable Slide Block (H), with notched side up. Make sure handle is rotated until it stops (do not tighten) before sliding on to Base Plate. Handle should be in 12:00 position (see Figure 5). Depress button and pull handle to adjust as needed. Slide on to track system while holding Plastic Slide up close to Adjustable Slide Block. WARNING! Only adjust adjustable slide block lever when it is on track.
   
6. Place (I) Adjustable Boot Ball into track system’s Adjustable Slide Block
   
7. Line boot with our Sterile Disposable Boot Liner 800-0146 (12/cs, sold separately)
8. Prep and position patient, turn (J) Slide Block Locking Handle right to lock into desired position

Intended Use 
Intended use is to allow surgeon to position operative leg in multiple positions (extension, flexion, tilt, and rotation) during total knee replacement surgery. 
 
General Specifications 
Device Dimensions (maximum) 
Single-person installation.

800-0141  TKR, 24” (61 cm)
Length: 23.7”+/- 0.5” (61 cm +/- 1 cm)
Width: 7.5” +/- 0.5” (19 cm +/- 1 cm)
Height: 8.1” +/- 0.5” (20 cm +/- 1 cm)
Net Weight: 9 +/- 0.5 lbs. (4 kg +/- .22 kg)
Gross Weight: 12.5 +/- 0.5 lbs. (5.6 kg +/- .22 kg)

800-0171  TKR, 30” (760 mm)
Length: 29.7” +/- 0.5” (76 cm +/- 1 cm)
Width: 7.5” +/- 0.5” (19 cm +/- 1 cm)
Height: 8.1” +/- 0.5” (20 cm +/- 1 cm)
Device Weight: 10 +/- 0.5 lbs. (4.5 kg +/- .22 kg)
Gross Weight: 14.5 +/- 0.5 lbs. (6.5 kg +/- .22 kg) 

Component Overview 
TKR Positioner for Total Knee Replacement, 24” (61 cm) or 30” (76 cm), is a surgical accessory that allows the surgeon to position operative leg during total knee replacement surgery.

800-0141-TRAY  TKR Sterilization Tray, 24” (61 cm) (included with 800-0141 purchase)
800-0171-TRAY  TKR Sterilization Tray, 30” (76 cm) (included with 800-0171 purchase)

Required Accessories: CamLoc Clamp and Sterile Disposable Boot Liners sold separately. 

US: 0.374” x 1.122” (9.5 mm x 28.5 mm) PN# 800-0271 or 800-0271-L     
Denyer: 0.236” x 1.496” (6 mm x 38 mm) PN# 800-0271-DEN 
Europe: 0.394” x 0.984” (10 mm x 25 mm ) PN# 800-0271-EU
Eschmann (UK): 0.236” x 1.260” (6 mm x 32 mm) PN# 800-0271-UK
Japan: 0.354” x 1.260” (9 mm x 32 mm ) PN# 800-0271-JPN
Swiss: 0.394” x 1.181” (10 mm x 30 mm ) PN# 800-0271-SWISS

800-0146  Sterile Disposable Boot Liners, 12/cs

• General - Prevent infection by cleaning and disinfecting product before disposal
• Packaging - Dispose packaging material via household waste according to national requirements
• SchureMed accepts back used or retired products - or dispose of product in accordance with national requirements

Product Use Warnings  
WARNING! 
Maximum load should not exceed appropriate proportion of a patient weighing 500 lbs. (227 kg). Use care with low-maximum load capacity surgical tables that accessory rails are not overloaded.
  

WARNING! 
Hazards result from incorrect use. Strictly follow instructions for use with your Operating Table system.
  

WARNING! 
Only adjust adjustable slide block lever when it is on the track.

• Clean TKR Positioner thoroughly before using (before sterilization) and after each use
• Recommended cleaning products: (All solutions should be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions)
  - Enzymatic neutral pH detergent solution
  - (Enzymatic cleaners are compatible with metal devices/instruments and are preferred)
  - Non-enzyme, hydrogen peroxide based solution
  - Coverage Plus NPD One Step Cleaner, Disinfectant & Deodorizer Concentrate

• Disassemble TKR Positioner into separate parts for cleaning:
  - Boot Ball
  - Mounting Plate with Clamp
  - Base Plate with Track
  - Slide Block with Handle

• Scrub each piece with a soft, plastic scrub brush and a recommended cleaning solution (see above)
• Rinse all parts thoroughly to remove any chemical residue
• Wipe each part completely dry with a clean, lint-free cloth

• Put through washer/decontaminator according to manufacturer’s instruction (Select cycle that does not included lubrication)
• Prepare for sterilization (device must be cleaned before sterilization)
• See sterilization instructions below

*Based on information provided by the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC), the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) and the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Sterilization Tray w/Lid
(Outside View)

• 26.5”L x 10.5”W x 6.75”D (67 cm x 27 cm x 17 cm)
• Weight: 7.9 lbs. (3.6 kg)

• 31.25”L x 10.5”W x 6.75”D  (79 cm x 27 cm x 17 cm)
• Weight: 8.7 lbs. (3.9 kg)

Sterilization Tray 
(Inside View)

Component Placement in Pouches 

7” x 12” (18 cm x 31 cm) Pouches - Blade/Star Knobs, Handle/Ball Slide Block and Clamps/Handle

8” x 16” (20 cm x 41 cm) Pouch - Mount Plate

1. Place Base Plate upright  (as shown)
2. Place TKR Boot within black outline for exact placement
3. Place pouches vertically in slots

Steam Sterilization Procedure

Wrap using envelope method or accepted wrap method at your facility.

Pre-Vacuum 
Wrapped Instruments 
Exposure Time at 132°C (270°F):  4 minutes 
Drying Time: 40 minutes

Symbol Explanation

  Date of Manufacture

  Manufacturer

 Authorized Representative in European Community

  Conformity Mark

  Batch Code/Serial Number

                   
IFU-800-0141_800-0171 REV 3.08