Biometer LENSTAR LS 900

Service Manual
©HAAG-STREIT 11/2008 HS No. 7220138 Revision 01

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 DELIVERY CONTENT ...................................................................................................................................................................4

2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 General ..................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Electrical connections ............................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Optical radiation .....................................................................................................................................................................5
2.4 Special notes in text ...............................................................................................................................................................5
2.5 Device transportation .............................................................................................................................................................5
2.6 Unpack the device..................................................................................................................................................................6
2.7 Device Nameplate..................................................................................................................................................................6
2.8 Disposal (Environment)..........................................................................................................................................................6
2.9 Guarantee and product liability ..............................................................................................................................................7
2.10 Statutory regulations ..............................................................................................................................................................7
2.11 Special notes in text ...............................................................................................................................................................7
3 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................................8
3.1 Specific use............................................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Basic construction ..................................................................................................................................................................8
3.3 Examination components (LS 900®) .....................................................................................................................................8
3.4 Device state ...........................................................................................................................................................................8
3.5 Control component (PC) ........................................................................................................................................................9
3.5.1 Minimum PC requirements............................................................................................................................................9
3.5.2 Minimal Monitor requirements.......................................................................................................................................9
3.6 Instrument table ...................................................................................................................................................................10
4 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................................................................................11
4.1 Safe system configuration according to IEC / EN 60601-1 ..................................................................................................11
4.2 Instrument table ...................................................................................................................................................................11
4.2.1 Mounting the roller rails/slide plate..............................................................................................................................11
4.2.2 Mounting the sticker for automatic position recognition ..............................................................................................12
4.3 Mounting the device.............................................................................................................................................................12
4.3.1 Lifting the device .........................................................................................................................................................12
4.3.2 Wiring cable under the device .....................................................................................................................................13
4.3.3 Device connection, cables at side ...............................................................................................................................16
4.4 Computer connection...........................................................................................................................................................17
5 OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1 Position of patient during measurement...............................................................................................................................18
5.2 Fixation.................................................................................................................................................................................18
5.3 Measured variables..............................................................................................................................................................19
5.3.1 A-Scan.........................................................................................................................................................................19
5.3.2 Keratometry.................................................................................................................................................................19
5.3.3 White-to-white distance ...............................................................................................................................................19
5.3.4 Pupillometry and visual axis ........................................................................................................................................19
6 SOFTWARE GUIDE.....................................................................................................................................................................20

7 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR....................................................................................................................................................21

7.1 Function check.....................................................................................................................................................................21
7.2 Cleaning...............................................................................................................................................................................21
7.3 Tools and cleaning equipment .............................................................................................................................................22
7.4 Polarisation alignment (with the service tool).......................................................................................................................22
7.5 Correct handling of electronic components..........................................................................................................................27
7.6 Housing................................................................................................................................................................................28

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 7.6.1 Removal of the cable cover (Part number 1020528)...................................................................................................28
7.6.2 Removal of the service cover (Part number 1020526)................................................................................................29
7.6.3 Removal of the back cover (Part number 1020577)....................................................................................................30
7.6.4 Removal of the Front cover (Part number 1020524)...................................................................................................32
7.7 Electronic Boards.................................................................................................................................................................34
7.7.1 Power board LS900 (part number 1020573)...............................................................................................................34
7.7.2 Connector board (Part number 1008202) ...................................................................................................................37
7.7.3 Replacing the fuse on the connector board (TT1A/250V)...........................................................................................41
7.8 Bottom housing and slider board .........................................................................................................................................42
7.8.1 Slider board (Part number 1008201)...........................................................................................................................42
7.8.2 Roll axle (Part number 3000512) ................................................................................................................................44
7.8.3 Control lever compl. (How to remove the engaging wedge – Part number 3000510).................................................45
7.8.4 Dismounting the discharging spring (Part number 1000219) ......................................................................................49
7.8.5 Removing the elevation spindle with gear (Part number 3300636).............................................................................50
8 APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................................................................................51
8.1 Technical data......................................................................................................................................................................51
8.1.1 General........................................................................................................................................................................51
8.1.2 Electrical data..............................................................................................................................................................51
8.1.2.1 Power supply (primary side)........................................................................................................................................................ 51
8.1.2.2 Device (secondary side).............................................................................................................................................................. 51
8.1.3 Optical radiation ..........................................................................................................................................................51
8.1.3.1 A-Scan measurement and central fixation .................................................................................................................................. 51
8.1.3.2 Keratometry................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
8.1.3.3 Peripheral fixation........................................................................................................................................................................ 51
8.1.3.4 Green illumination ....................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Measured variables.......................................................................................................................................................................52
8.1.3.5 Corneal thickness (CT) ............................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.6 Anterior chamber depth (AC) ...................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.7 Lens thickness (LT)..................................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.8 Axial length (AL) .......................................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.9 Keratometry................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
8.1.3.10 White-to-white distance .......................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.11 Pupillometry............................................................................................................................................................................ 52
8.1.3.12 Eccentricity of the visual optical line....................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3.13 Retinal Thickness ................................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.4 Ambient conditions ......................................................................................................................................................53
8.1.4.1 Use.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
8.1.4.2 Storage........................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
8.1.4.3 Transport..................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
8.1.5 Classification/safety regulations ..................................................................................................................................53
8.1.6 Compliance with standards .........................................................................................................................................53

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1 DELIVERY CONTENT
We are pleased that you have opted for an LS 900®. This Biometer belongs to the latest generation. Depending on the scope of
your order, delivery will comprise:

- LS 900®
- one set of accessories
- one instrument table
- one headrest

Please check that the delivery is complete.

1 LS 900® 1009000
1 set of accessories comprising:
1 medical power supply 12V 1.25A± 5% 1020339
1 main cable EU 1007722
1 main cable US 1007723
1 USB2.0-cable 1020465
1 check unit 1020340
1 dust cover 1001395
1 user guide 7220055
1 user guide 7220056
1 sticker left/right recognition 1020575
1 EyeSuite Biometry (CD ROM / Software) 7220116
1 EyeSuite MySQL (DR ROM / Software) 7220008

Optionally:
1 instrument table comprising: 7220085
1 headrest 7200123
Please carefully retain packing material for reuse in case of return delivery or removal to another location.

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2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 General
• The product supplied may only be used for the purpose described in this User Guide (see section 3.1).
• Installation should only be carried out by trained technical personnel.
• The device must not be stored or operated outside the prescribed ambient conditions (see section 8.1.5)
• If the device is brought from a cold environment into the operating environment, condensation may form on cold surfaces. Wait a
couple of hours until the device temperature has equalized and it is dry, before switching the device on.
• The device is for use in a darkened room in the medical field.
• Keep this User Guide in a place where it will be permanently accessible to people who work with this device. Guarantee claims
will only be validated if the instructions in this User Guide have been followed.
• The doctor or operator undertakes to give the patient those safety instructions that concern him/her, and to monitor for their
compliance.
• Do not use the device in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Do not store volatile solvents (alcohol, petrol, etc.) or
flammable narcotics in the vicinity.
• Always remove the dust cover before switching on the device. Otherwise, the light sources may be destroyed by overheating.
After use, ensure that the device is switched off before replacing the cover.
• The removal of housing parts and repairs should only be undertaken by appropriately trained and authorized specialist staff.
Improper repairs may result in considerable risk to operator and patient.
• Only original spare parts and accessories may be used for repairs.
• If exposed to the effects of an external force (e.g. by being accidentally knocked or dropped), this type of sensitive measuring
device must be promptly checked according to section 7.1 (Function check) and, if necessary, returned to the factory for repair.
• The manufacturer of this device is not liable for loss or damage due to its unauthorized handling. All consequent guarantee
claims become invalid.
• Patient examination, device operation and interpretation of results may only be carried out by persons with appropriate training
and experience.
• Execute function checks when prompted by software (measurement properties, side recognition)
• If the instrument is not being used for a longer period of time it must be switched off.

2.2 Electrical connections

• Only use a Haag-Streit approved external medical power supply (IEC/EN60601-1, UL60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No 601.1-M90).
• Plug, cable and earth-wire connection on socket must function perfectly.
• Make sure that the device is only connected to power sources as defined on the device nameplate. This unit has no ON/OFF
switch. Before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work, the device must always be disconnected from the mains by
unplugging the DC connector.
• Computers and other peripherals (printers, etc.) must meet standard IEC/EN 60601-1, or be connected via electrical isolation to
external networks (isolating transformer, Ethernet isolator, etc.)
• For connection to PC, only use the supplied USB cable (2 m).

2.3 Optical radiation

According to IEC 60825-1, the limiting values for class 1 lasers are respected when the device is used in the defined manner.

2.4 Special notes in text

Additional safety instructions have been inserted in the text of this User Guide where necessary. They are differentiated according to
their importance and are intended to help exclude any risk to patients or operators, to prevent damage to the biometer, and to
guarantee perfect functioning of the device.

2.5 Device transportation

Use original packaging when transporting the device over long distances. For short distances, grasp the lower part of the device with
both hands and lift (see section 4.3.1)

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2.6 Unpack the device

1. Open the shipping box

2. Remove the top cover
3. Remove the intermediate part
4. Remove the accessoires box
5. Lift the device carefully

If the device is brought from a cold environment into the operating environment,
! CAUTION condensation may form on cold surfaces. Wait a couple of hours until the device
temperature has equalized and it is dry, before switching the device on.

2.7 Device Nameplate

e) DC Power
f) HS-Part number
g) Type B equipment
h) Date of manufacture
i) Manufacturer
j) Serial number
k) Read User Guide carefully
l) Disposal remark

2.8 Disposal (Environment)

• Electrical and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from domestic waste. This device came
into circulation after 13.08.2005.
• Disposal must take place via a local collection point or through your Haag-Streit agent.
• This is to ensure that no harmful substances enter the environment and that valuable raw materials will
be reused.

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2.9 Guarantee and product liability

• The device and its accessories have been manufactured using high quality materials and the latest methods. They left our
factory in perfect condition. However, if you should have any complaint, please contact your agent
• The manufacturer guarantees the product for one year from the date of purchase. This guarantee covers faults and defects
arising from materials or design. All faults and defects caused by improper use or external influences are excluded from this
guarantee.
• After interventions by unauthorized persons, all obligations under guarantee will be rejected.
• If a product damaged by improper manipulation remains in use, personal injury may result. In this case, the manufacturer will not
assume any liability.
• Before removing the product from its packaging, check the packaging for any evidence of improper handling or damage. If such
evidence is found, inform the freight forwarding company that delivered the goods to you. Unpack the device in the presence of a
representative of the freight forwarding company. Make a report listing any damaged parts. The report must by signed by
yourself and the representative of the freight forwarding company.

2.10 Statutory regulations

• During development and construction of the LS 900®, the requirements of the following standards were taken into consideration:
IEC / EN 60601-1, IEC / EN 60601-1-2, IEC 60825-1, EN ISO 15004- 1 and EN ISO 10343. Production, testing, installation,
maintenance and repair all take place in accordance with Swiss and international conditions.
• The presence of the CE mark confirms that LS 900® Biometer complies with EU directive 93/42/EEC (annex II). Within the scope
of this directive, the LS 900® is a class IIa device.
• The LS 900® device meets European directive 2002/95/EG (RoHS).
• A copy of the declaration of conformity for the product concerned can be requested at any time from Haag-Streit.
• Statutory requirements regarding accident prevention should be respected.

2.11 Special notes in text

Additional safety instructions have been inserted in the text of this User Guide where necessary. They are differentiated according to
their importance and are intended to help exclude any risk to patients or operators, to prevent damage to the biometer, and to
guarantee perfect functioning of the device.

BEWARE Instruction that must be followed to exclude risk to the patient or operator.

! CAUTION Instruction that must be followed to prevent damage to the biometer.

) TIP Tip to guarantee perfect functioning of the biometer.

Reminder that the mains connector should always be pulled out before the device is
TIP
opened.

This User Guide describes all LS 900 software functions. Some functions are offered as options and may not have been
implemented in your device, or may not be accessible.

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3 INTRODUCTION
3.1 Specific use
The LS 900® is a biometer for measuring the axial dimensions and frontal section of an human eye, and defining which intraocular
lenses (IOLs) will be suitable for a patient. The device is mainly used in medical practices, hospitals and universities under normal
ambient conditions. Users include ophthalmologists and optometrists.

3.2 Basic construction

The system is divided into two parts: one concerned with examination (LS 900®) and the other with control (Notebook, PC). The
examination part communicates via a USB connection with the external PC. The LS 900® is operated through software installed on
the PC. Integral, automatic error recognition for measurements guarantees reliable examination results. New PC and biometrics
software can be downloaded or updated from internet via the homepage.

3.3 Examination components (LS 900®)

Overview

1 Front ring
2 Housing
3 Service cover
4 Cable cover
5 Joystick
6 Cross slide
7 Side identification sticker
8 Headrest
9 Forehead band
10 Auxiliary marking optimal eye height
11 Chin rest
12 Chin rest height adjustment
13 Hand grips for patient

3.4 Device state

The device state indicator allows device monitoring without PC software:

14 State indicator

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Joystick

The joystick is used to position the device in relation to

the patient’s eye.

15 Trigger

Connections

16 USB – device connection

17 DC – device connection
18 USB2.0 cable
19 DC cable
20 Tension compensator

3.5 Control component (PC)

A commercial PC is used as the control component for the biometer.
Control software runs under WINDOWS XP.

3.5.1 Minimum PC requirements

• Pentium IV / 1.7GHz
• 512 MB memory
• 40GB hard disk
• CD-ROM / DVD
• USB2.0 interface (ICH5)

3.5.2 Minimal Monitor requirements

• 1280 x 800 Pixels

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3.6 Instrument table

An adjustable instrument table (option) allows the height of the

device to be set comfortably to the height of the individual
patient.

21 Table top
22 Right-hand drawer (empty)
23 Left-hand drawer (for external medical power supply)
24 Elevator column (mechanical with spring)
25 Pedestal with castors

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4 INSTALLATION
4.1 Safe system configuration according to IEC / EN 60601-1

BEWARE All externally connected devices must meet the relevant safety standards.

26 Power supply (LS 900®)

27 Instrument Table
28 Isolation Transformer
29 Laptop / PC
30 Power supply (PC)
31 Printer

4.2 Instrument table

The instrument table is delivered in a separate package. To assemble
table, please use instructions enclosed with it.

4.2.1 Mounting the roller rails/slide plate

The roller rails/slide plate must be positioned in such a
way that, when
the device is centred, the patient’s eye will be at a
distance of 68mm
from the front of the device.

32 Rail
33 Positioning sticker
34 Gliding plate
35 Headrest columns
36 Aperture for cables

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4.2.2 Mounting the sticker for automatic position recognition
• Take off rail cover and move the device to the side, if
already in position.
• Clean surface of table
• Remove protective film (37) from back of sticker. Start
lifting it off carefully from the corner opposite the black
area.
• Position the sticker with the white side against the right
roller rail (38) and the edge of the table (39). Press the
black/white area down firmly and stroke out any air
bubbles.
• Carefully tear off the rest of the sticker (Positioning Tool)
along perforations (40).

4.3 Mounting the device

4.3.1 Lifting the device
To lift or reposition the device (short distances only):
a) Grasp device from behind with one hand on the
column and lift (41)

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b) With the second hand, support under the cross-slide (42)

4.3.2 Wiring cable under the device

The device can be invisibly wired by passing cables through the
cross-slide and using the cable channel underneath. To do this, you
need either the Haag-Streit instrument table HSM901 with table-top
biometer, or an aperture in the table-top used.

• Remove cable cover (43)

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• Expose USB and supply cables (table aperture, 44)

• Push supply cable through aperture in base of cross-

slide until the cable emerges from the upper front
aperture (45)
• Push USB cable through the same aperture in the
cross-slide (45)

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• Plug both cables into the corresponding boxes and fix with
the tension compensator (45)

• Replace cable cover (46)

• Replace cable cover (46)

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4.3.3 Device connection, cables at side
• Remove cable cover (48)
• Expose USB and supply cables
(left or right aperture on rail cover)

• With a knife, cut towards the snap-off point provided on the

left or right of the cable cover (49)

• Carefully use fingers to snap off the cut part (50)

• Insert both cables in the appropriate box and fix with the
tension compensator.

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• Join both cables together with spiral cable and attach firmly
using the cable channel on the rail cover (51)
• Replace cable cover

4.4 Computer connection

The USB cable should not exceed 5 m in length, otherwise impairment of device function must
BEWARE
be expected.

• Connect the LS 900® to the PC with the enclosed USB2.0 cable. Use of the 2 m cable supplied with delivery is recommended.
• Insert mains cable. Integral mains components work with the voltages specified under section 8.1 'Technical data'. It is not
necessary to select the voltage on the device. If an instrument table has been supplied, the power supply of the LS 900® can be
connected to the mains socket in the left-hand drawer of the table

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5 OPERATION
5.1 Position of patient during measurement
The instrument is manually positioned by the user. The patient
must be positioned in such a way that the distance from the
measuring head to the eye is approx. 68 mm (52). A steady
head position is promoted by resting the patient’s head well
against the chin rest and forehead band, and by the patient
holding on to the handles supplied. This can positively influence
adjustment time and measuring accuracy.

5.2 Fixation
To obtain usable results, the patient must stare at the red
fixation light in the measuring lens during measurement. If the
patient has difficulty seeing the fixation light with the eye being
measured, this can be remedied by fixing the other eye on an
opposed remote object (53).
To carry out peripheral measurement of corneal thickness, 32
green fixation points are provided. These can be switched on or
off by software. The points are arranged in 2 rings. When the
patient stares at these points, a peripheral zone is measured
with the following distances
a: from the horizontal axis (standard eye R = 7.8 mm):
outer distance: 2.7 mm Inner distance: 2 mm
b: Fixation periphery
c: Eye
d: Fixation center (Measurement beam, red)

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5.3 Measured variables
5.3.1 A-Scan
Depending on the patient’s gaze at the fixation light, the optical
path length of the visual axis is measured. (54)
CT: Corneal thickness
AC: Anterior chamber depth (back of cornea to front of lens)
LT: Lens thickness
AL: Eye length (front of cornea to retinal peak)
Note: Depending on the chosen software mode, eye length is
indicated to the inner limiting membrane (retinal pigment
epithelium – 0.2 mm).

5.3.2 Keratometry
Keratometry is calculated through the position of 32 projected
light reflections. Sixteen measuring points on each eye are
arranged in two rings with the following diameters (standard eye
R = 7.8 mm):
Outer measuring points: 2.3 mm
Inner measuring points: 1.65 mm
For each measuring point, the equivalent of an ideal sphere is
calculated.
The values displayed (flat radius, steep radius) correspond to
the radii of an ellipsoid that fits into the assemblage of points.
The axis of its rotation is measured counter-clockwise from the
horizontal to the flat radius. (55)
e: Flat radius
f: Steep radius
g: Axis of its rotation

5.3.3 White-to-white distance

The white-to-white distance (WW) is determined using the
image of the iris and the eye radii obtained from keratometry.
The value displayed corresponds to the diameter of an ideal
circle. (56)
5.3.4 Pupillometry and visual axis
Pupil diameter (Ø) corresponds to the diameter of an ideal
circle, with the smallest error square to the established pupil
border. At the same time, the shift of visual axis towards the
centre of the pupil is provided. The calculated dimensions are
located on the theoretically derived level of the iris. Image
enlargement achieved by breaking up the eye is disregarded.
(57)

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6 SOFTWARE GUIDE
Device operation for carrying out an examination is set out in a separate guide, together with a description of EyeSuiteTM application
software.

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7 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
• Biometer housing parts should only be removed by trained personnel.
• The ON/OFF switch does not disconnect the biometer from the mains. Before removing
housing parts, the device must always be disconnected from mains power by unplugging the
mains power cable.
BEWARE • Repairs should only be undertaken by suitably trained, authorized, technical staff. Improper
repairs may result in considerable risk to patient and operator.
• If parts must be replaced, only original spare parts supplied by HAAG-STREIT or its agent
should be used.
• Guarantee claims cannot be enforced if instructions in the User Guide have been ignored.

The LS 900 is practically maintenance free and only requires minimal care to provide complete satisfaction over a long working life.
However, we recommend instructing a service engineer who has visited a HAAG-STREIT biometer training course to overhaul the
biometer periodically. HAAG-STREIT or your local agent will be happy to provide further information.

7.1 Function check

The inspection gauge (58) supplied with the device will assist
the user in checking the proper functioning of the unit. This
check takes place for the first time when the device is
commissioned. Subsequent test Intervals (1 week) will be
specified by the software (message displayed). For exact
procedure see software guide.
If test results fall outside tolerances, a corresponding

7.2 Cleaning
Regular dusting of the device with a soft cloth is sufficient. More stubborn dirt can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with
water or alcohol (70% alcohol)

Avoid making the device wet and under no circumstances use solvent or any other abrasive
! CAUTION
methods.

The accessories of the LS 900 include a dust cover. Cover the device when cleaning work is in progress, or if the device is not in use
for long periods. Before switching the device on, the dust cover must be removed.

! CAUTION The device must not be covered when its state is switched on (overheating, fire risk).

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7.3 Tools and cleaning equipment
The following tools and cleaning equipment are needed.

1 x torx size 10
1 x torx size 20
1 x screwdriver size 2
1 x screwdriver size 4
1 x screwdriver (watch-maker)
1 x clippers (to cut tie-wraps)
1 x set of tie-wraps
1 x special cloth for cleaning
1 x cleaning fluid (70% alcohol to clean housing)
1 x test tool
1 x allen key size 2
1 x ESD Field service set
1 x service tool (part number 1020749)

7.4 Polarisation alignment (with the service tool)

The polarisation alignment must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind
of service on the instrument, especially after removing the service cover and always after
BEWARE any situation in which the instrument received a hard knock.
The polarization alignment should also be carried out in cases where customers
complain that the signal of the lens measurement is not good.

Service tool (unit)

Seen from the top.

Note: When using the tool,
make sure that the tilt lever
is at the top so that the filter
will not fall into place,
(which could happen if
installed horizontally)

To follow the polarisation alignment procedure, follow the instructions step by step as is seen on your monitor. See steps below.

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 Open the EyeSuite program on your desktop. On the
left side, click on ‘Biometry’.
Wait until the device has started up. A message will
appear ‘Device startup’. Wait until this procedure has
been completed.

In the main menu go to ‘Tools’ – ‘Utilities’ –‘Polarisation

alignment’.

A login block will be displayed where you need to insert

the username as well as the password.

Username = Service
Password = samba

Open the cover according to the instructions on the

display (you can also refer to the service manual under
section 8.5.2), press ‘next’ to continue.

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 Make sure that nothing is in the measuring range and
press ‘next’ to continue.

Maximize the signal by turning the polarisers in the top

row. One needs to adjust both polarisers in the top row
to obtain the best result. Press ‘next’ to continue.

Maximize the signal by turning the polarisers in the

middle row. One needs to adjust both polarisers in the
middle row to obtain the best result. Press ‘next’ to
continue.

Once again, please check that nothing is in the

measuring range. Press ‘next’ to continue.

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 Wait a few seconds until the nullification process has
been completed.

Attach the HS service tool (device), Part number

1020749; make sure that the filter is out of the beam
then press ‘next’ to continue.

Find the signal (you must achieve 99% before you

continue) by turning the two screws on the end of the
service tool (device). Then press ’next’ to continue.

Turn the filter so that it is in the measuring beam and

again find the best signal by turning the two screws on
the end of the service tool (device). Do NOT press
‘next’ until you have carried out the next step!

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 Turn the two lowest polarisers to optimize the
signal. Once the signal has been optimized, press
‘next’ to continue.

Turn the filter out of the beam. Then press ‘next’ to

continue.

Wait a few seconds….

If the process has been carried out successfully, it will be

shown with a green smiley. If the procedure fails then it is
necessary to repeat the entire procedure. Press ‘exit’ to
close the wizard.

If the process fails every time, then please inform Haag-

Streit Service.

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7.5 Correct handling of electronic components

! CAUTION ESD – Electostatic Sensitive Device – For all repairs, the technician must be grounded.

Before removing housing parts, the device must always be disconnected from the mains power
! CAUTION
by unplugging the mains power cable.

ESD – Electorstatic Sensitive Device

Make sure to be grounded at all times when removing any

electronic component inside the unit. Keep the unit on an
ESD field service mat.

ESD protection

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7.6 Housing
The housing is made up of the following covers:

Front cover - 1020524

Back cover - 1020577

Service cover - 1020526

Cable cover - 1020528

Base cover - 1020527

Base (if required to replace, please note the serial

number and contact HS Service department)

7.6.1 Removal of the cable cover (Part number 1020528)

Slide the cover off towards the front and then pull it in an
upward movement.

Remove the cover and place it on a clean surface

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

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7.6.2 Removal of the service cover (Part number 1020526)

Insert a screwdriver, size 0 and push it in slightly to loosen

the cover. Also see images below.

Left: view without

the cover.

Right: view of the

cover
This gives an idea
how the service
cover is put in
place.

After inserting the

screwdriver, pull
the cover in a
downward
movement. Then
pull it away from
the instrument.
See images on
the left and right.

• Place the cover on a clean surface.

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

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7.6.3 Removal of the back cover (Part number 1020577)

1) Remove the service cover. See chapter 7.6.3

After removal of the service cover one can access

the screw which one needs to remove to be able
to remove the back cover. With a torx screwdriver
size 10 gently remove the torx screw between the
bottom two polarizers.
Make absolutely sure you do not move or touch
the polarizers or else they will be misaligned.
Make sure the screw does not fall down into the
instrument.

Take a thin screwdriver (watch screwdriver) or thin

tweezers and press it in the tiny hole in the top part
of the black back cover (see image below)

Press the screwdriver or tweezer into this hole

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 Pull the black cover down and then out.

Once you have gently pulled away the front cover (never
pull it away with force), place it on a clean surface.

• Replace in reverse order to removal

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7.6.4 Removal of the Front cover (Part number 1020524)

Loosen (not necessary to remove) 6 torx screws (3 on both

sides of the instrument). Torx, size 10 or the HS Multitool.

Only loosen the 6 screws. It is not necessary to remove

them completely

Gently remove the front cover and place it on a clean

surface

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 Front cover (Part number 1020524)

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

The functional check must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind of
BEWARE
service on the instrument.

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7.7 Electronic Boards

One is NOT allowed to disassemble the following parts.

! CAUTION 1) Processor board 3) Camera board

2) Motor board 4) Fibre optics

Do not touch the optical fibre. If one slips with a screwdriver and hits the optical fibre, it,
! CAUTION it can very easily get damaged and then the complete instrument needs to be replaced.
Be very careful, especially in the vicinity of the motor magnets!

2 boards in association with the measuring head that can be replaced are the Power board and the Connection board. How one
removes these two boards is described below. All the other electronic boards and fibre optics can NOT be removed. If one
encounters a problem associated to one of the other boards in the measuring head, it is necessary to send the instrument back to
HAAG-STREIT in Köniz, Switzerland. For this you must use the original box, not to damage the unit.

7.7.1 Power board LS900 (part number 1020573)

Remove the power cable with the white connector

(red and black cable)

Remove the 4 screws (torx 10)

Heat sink (black metal plate)

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 Remove the plastic screw (size 2)

Remove the black metal plate (heat sink)

Gently pull the power board out of the 40 pin socket on the
processor board.

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 Remove the power board completly

Power board (Part number 1020573)

Always use ESD protection when working with the Biometer

electronic boards

• Place the board on a clean, ESD protected surface.

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

The functional check must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind of
BEWARE
service on the instrument.

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7.7.2 Connector board (Part number 1008202)

The connector board comes together with the cables (Power cable, USB cable and the 6 pin slider-board flat cable)

Remove the 6 pin flat-cable with the red connector from the
processor board.

Remove the grey USB connector from the processor board.

Remove the 3 tie-wraps holding the cables together (attached to

the frame)

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 Remove the metal plate, held in place by one torx screw (size 20)

Remove the 2 torx screws (size 20), using a torx key

WARNING: Be very careful how you hold the measuring head

unit! Do not touch or bend the fibre optics

Remove the 6 pin flat-cable with the red connector from the
connector board. For this you need to loosen the metal clip
holding the flat cable.

Remove the black plastic cable guide by removing the screw

(torx size 10)

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 Remove the second screw (torx size 10) holding the connector
board to the silver metal plate.

Push out the black plastic cover connecting the connectors on

the connector board with a screwdriver (size 0) on both sides.
The plate will now fall away so take care by holding it in your
hand.

Remove the 2 torx screws (size 10) from the bottom side
of the connector board.

Gently push the cables through the slot in the measuring

head unit.
WARNING: Be very careful how you hold the
measuring head unit! Do not touch or bend the fibre
optics

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 Gently pull the connector board with the cables

Slide each cable through the slot separately, beginning with

the power cable

After removing the power cable, remove the 6 pin flat cable
(slider-board cable) and then the USB cable.
Remove the cables gently, not to damage the connectors.

Place the connector board on a clean, ESD protected surface.

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

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7.7.3 Replacing the fuse on the connector board (TT1A/250V)

Before removing everything to get to the fuse, we recommend you to check the 12V

) TIP
source on the DC socket with a multimeter. If you have 12V power on the socket then
measure the 12V on the white cable connecter (black and red cable) seen in chapter 7.7.1.
If you have 12 V across the white connector then the fuse is OK.

1) Remove the cable cover. See chapter 7.6.1

2) Remove the back cover. See chapter 7.6.3

Remove the 2 torx screws (size 20), using a torx key, then lift
the complete measuring head unit

Remove the 6 pin flat-cable (sliderboard cable) with

the red connector from the connector board. Then lift
away the measuring head unit and place it on a clean
surface.

Remove cover for the fuse

Fuse

• Replace the fuse using your fingers

• Replace parts in reverse order to removal.

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7.8 Bottom housing and slider board
7.8.1 Slider board (Part number 1008201)

Remove plastic cover by removing the 2 screws

(torx size 10)

2 screws which need to be removed (torx size 10)

The plastic cover can then be removed. Place it on a
clean surface.

Remove the 2 screws (torx size 20)

Remove the 2 screws (torx size 10)

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 Remove the bottom plate (Part number 1020445) very
gently.

Be carefull not to rip out the black cable going to the

joystick.

Disconnect the aluminium flat cable holder

Unplug the black cable

Unscrew the 2 screws (torx 20)

Place the slider board on a clean, ESD protected surface.

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

The functional check must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind of
BEWARE
service on the instrument.

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7.8.2 Roll axle (Part number 3000512)

Unscrew 4 torx screws (size 20)

Unscrew only 1 screw spec. M5x10 (Part number

3000026) on one side of the role axle (screwdriver size 4)

Remove the stop ring (Part number 1200314), the

perforated wheel (Part number 3000513) and the screw
(Part number 3000026)

Pull out the roll axle (Part number 3000512)

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 One can now remove the ball cage (Part number1007899)

Brake bracket, (Part number 1200074).

• Replace in reverse order to removal.

7.8.3 Control lever compl. (How to remove the engaging wedge – Part number 3000510)

Remove the 3 screws (torx size 10)

Lift out the ‘control lever complete’ (Part number 1020335)

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 Remove the 2 screws holding the retaining cover
(Part number 3000500) with torx size 10

Lift out the gliding disc assembly (Part number 3300299)

Remove the gliding plate (Part number 3000499)

Place all the components on a clean surface

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 Remove the distance sleeve (Part number
1007858)

After roving the distance sleeve, remove the pressure

spring (Part number 3000504) and the brown upper
bearing (Part number 3000506)

Remove the black rubber ring, (Part number 3000516)

Use a allen key (size 2) to loosen the screw, then pull

out the joystick very gently

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 One can now access the engaging wedge
(Part number 3000510).

The engaging wedge can be removed by using tweezers

• Reassemble in reverse order to removal.

1) Make sure that the cable is inserted into the slot and through the spring correctly.
! CAUTION 2) Make sure that the glide plate is assembled correctly with the smooth side on the
bottom and the structure is aligned vertically to the base

The functional check must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind of
BEWARE
service on the instrument.

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7.8.4 Dismounting the discharging spring (Part number 1000219)

Use a screwdriver size 5 (special thin) while pressing

down on the base plate (Part number 1008228)

Slowly release the spring tension…

….and out comes the discharging spring! Use grease

number 3 (Part number 3300030) when regreasing.

The white ball bearing cage (Part number 1007898) can

now be seen and greased. Use grease number 9.

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 • Reassemble in reverse order to removal

7.8.5 Removing the elevation spindle with gear (Part number 3300636)

Remove the 3 screws (torx size 10)

Remove the elevation spindle with gear (Part number

3300636). If it needs greasing, use grease number 10.

• Reassemble in reverse order to removal

The functional check must always be carried out after one has carried out any kind of
BEWARE
service on the instrument. See chapter 8.3

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8 APPENDIX
8.1 Technical data

Manufacturer
HAAG-STREIT AG
Gartenstadtstrasse 10
CH-3098 Köniz / Switzerland

8.1.1 General
Type designation: LS 900
Dimensions (W x D x H): 310 x 260 x 420 mm
Weight: 6.2 kg

8.1.2 Electrical data

8.1.2.1 Power supply (primary side)

Voltage: Compliant
Frequency: EN / IEC60601-1
Power draw: HS-Nr.:1020392, Friwo FW7401M/12

8.1.2.2 Device (secondary side)

Voltage: 12 VDC
Power draw: 12 W

8.1.3 Optical radiation

The combination of radiation generated has been determined as Class I as per IEC 60825-1:2001

8.1.3.1 A-Scan measurement and central fixation

Light source Super luminescent diode
Wavelength 820 nm
Optical power on patient’s eye < 0.6 mW
Max exposure time per patient/day 30 000 s

8.1.3.2 Keratometry
Light source LED
Wavelength 950nm
Optical power on patient’s eye < 0.2 mW
Max exposure time per patient/day 30 000 s

8.1.3.3 Peripheral fixation

Light source LED
Wavelength 570 nm
Optical power on patient’s eye < 0.02 mW
Max exposure time per patient/day 30 000 s

8.1.3.4 Green illumination

Light source LED
Wavelength 525 nm
Optical power on patient’s eye < 0.2 mW
Max exposure time per patient/day 600 s

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Measured variables
Variables refer to ‘Phakic’ measurement mode.

8.1.3.5 Corneal thickness (CT)

Measurement range 300 - 800 μm
Display resolution 1 μm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 2 μm

8.1.3.6 Anterior chamber depth (AC)

Measurement range 1.5 - 5.5 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/-20 μm

8.1.3.7 Lens thickness (LT)

Measurement range 0.5 - 6.5 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 50 μm

8.1.3.8 Axial length (AL)

Measurement range 14 - 32 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 25 μm

8.1.3.9 Keratometry
Measurement range for radius 5 - 10.5 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 30 μm
Measurement range for axis angle 0 - 180°
Display resolution 1°
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 9°

8.1.3.10 White-to-white distance

Measurement range 7 - 16 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm
In-vivo repeatability (1.σ) +/- 0.3 mm

8.1.3.11 Pupillometry
Measurement range 2 - 13 mm
Display resolution 0.01 mm

8.1.3.12 Eccentricity of the visual optical line

Display resolution 0.01 mm

8.1.3.13 Retinal Thickness

Manually assessed
Display resolution 1 μm

The abovementioned measurement ranges are based on the standard settings of the device for automatic measurement and
analysis.

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8.1.4 Ambient conditions

8.1.4.1 Use
Temperature +10°C to +35°C
Relative humidity 30% to 75%
Air pressure 800hPa to 1060hPa

8.1.4.2 Storage
Temperature -10°C to +55°C
Relative humidity 10% to 95%
Air pressure 700hPa to 1060hPa

8.1.4.3 Transport
Temperature -40°C to +70°C
Relative humidity 10% to 95%
Air pressure 500hPa to 1060hPa

8.1.5 Classification/safety regulations

IEC / EN 60601-1 Biometer LS 900 according to protection class II
Type B application part
Operating mode: permanent operation
IEC / EN 60601-1-2 EMC
IEC 60825-1 Laser class I
93/42 EEC (medical products) Class IIa
FDA Class II

8.1.6 Compliance with standards

IEC / EN 60601-1:1990+A1:93+A2:95 (ed.2)
IEC / EN 60601-1-2:2001
EN ISO 15004-1:2006
IEC 60825-1:2001
EN ISO 10343: 1999

Subject to technical change without notice.

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