LightSpeed EndoPALTM Powerful and Long-Lasting

Cordless Endodontic Handpiece

Manual Revision Date: July 2005

OPERATION MANUAL
Thank you for choosing the EndoPAL (Powerful And Long-lasting) cordless battery-
powered handpiece. The EndoPAL provides mechanical assistance to complete root
canal therapy quicker and with less fatigue. It is designed to work in conjunction
with rotary nickel-titanium root canal instruments. Be certain that the specifications
of the EndoPAL (Instructions for Use, Page 3) are compatible with the instrument
manufacturer's requirements before using.

Read all safety instructions carefully and understand them

before attempting to operate this device. Keep this manual for
future reference. Be sure to also read instructions for
charging unit before attempting to charge the handpiece.
Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on
the order of a dentist.
This device is powered by a rechargeable,
recyclable Lithium-Ion battery pack.
2 Important Safety Descriptions
Safety instructions are classified as follows in accordance with the seriousness of this risk.

Class Degree of Risk

Existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious injury, if the safety instructions
Danger are not followed.

Existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury or damage of the device, if the
Warning safety instructions are not followed.

Possibility of a hazard that could result in light or medium degree of bodily injury or
damage of device, if the safety instructions are not followed.
Caution

Danger
Never disassemble or alter the handpiece or charging unit.

Never use this handpiece or charger in an area with combustible liquids or gases.

Never plug anything, other than the supplied charger, into the charging port on the rear of the handpiece.
Doing so will void the warranty.

Warning

Do not attempt to replace batteries. Opening this device will void warranty. Return to service center for
all repairs and service.
Never allow water or other liquids to spill or seep into the handpiece as it could cause damage to the
handpiece and void warranty.

Do not use handpiece if any liquid leaks from inside the handpiece and report leak immediately to service
center. Immediately wash clothes or part of the body in water if you come in contact with battery fluid.

Caution

This cordless handpiece is only to be used by licensed dental practitioners or hygienists for rotary
root canal treatments or polishing.

Charging should be done in a dry place at 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F) ambient temperature.

Battery life may be shortened when left uncharged for an extended period of time.

Never use a bent, damaged, deformed or non-ISO conforming instrument in this handpiece.

Do not use or leave this device in a high heat environment such as direct sun, near fire or heater.

Do not drop or impact these devices.

Warming of the handpiece casing is not normal. If you feel it become warm, stop using the device
and contact us immediately.

Looseness, vibrations or rattling noises are not normal. If you feel or hear such, stop using the device
and contact us immediately.

Never attempt to sterilize the handpiece body itself. Only the heads may be sterilized. Handpiece body
may be cleaned only with alcohol.
 General Instructions for Use 3

On/off Switch
Head

Main Body

Charging Port

Figure 1. Handpiece

Instructions

• Turn handpiece on by sliding on/off switch forward; turn handpiece off by

sliding on/off switch back.
• The handpiece has only one setting and when using a 1:1 head the speed
is ~2600 RPM at ~5.0 oz-in (360 g-cm) torque.
• Check with your instrument manufacturer for their recommended speed and
torque settings before using this handpiece.
• It is good to charge the handpiece before the first use.
• A fully charged battery should be capable of 6-8 hours of continuous operation
before additional charging is necessary.
• When using the handpiece, cover handpiece body with a FDA cleared barrier sheath.
• Wipe down handpiece body with alcohol taking care not to soak or damage labels.

Warnings
• DO NOT attempt to open handpiece body for any reason at any time.
Return to service center if service is required.
• DO NOT autoclave the handpiece body.
• DO NOT ultrasonic the handpiece body.
4 Contra Angle Head Maintenance and Installation

Latch Push
Button

Collar
Collar
Figure 3. Push Button Latch Head
Figure 2. Latch Head

Head Maintenance

• Only use the contra angle head provided with the cordless handpiece or one that is
sold by LightSpeed Technology Inc. specifically for the LightSpeed EndoPAL
handpiece. Failure to do so will void the warranty.
• Please follow the contra angle maintenance and sterilization instructions between
each patient use.
• Steam autoclaving is the only acceptable sterilizing method. Remove from
handpiece and autoclave between patient uses. Sterilize between 121°C and
132°C for 15 to 20 minutes at 15-PSI minimum pressure. Follow manufactures
directions of the unit you are using for autoclaving. Never autoclave with an
instrument in head. Allow head to cool to room temperature before use.
• You may use rubbing alcohol to wipe off the head but this is not a sufficient
sterilization process.
• Lubricate the head with handpiece oil between each use and prior to autoclaving.
Clean off any excess oil that could seep into handpiece body, damage its
components or get into the patient’s mouth.

Attaching and Removing Heads

• Turn collar portion only: clockwise to tighten, counterclockwise to loosen. Use

caution not to strip threads or attempt to turn any portion of the head other than the
contra angle collar.
• Open the latch before removing or attaching the head as the latch gets in the way
of turning the collar.
• Ensure head is properly connected before attempting to use handpiece.
 Charging and Batteries 5

Figure 4. Charging Position

• Place handpiece in cradle on its side as shown in Figure 4

then insert charger plug into back of handpiece body. Plug
charging unit into AC outlet according to Fig 6a or 6b. Normal
charging cycle is 60 - 120 minutes (1 - 2 hours). The charger
may take slightly longer to charge the handpiece due to the
actual room temperature and other charging variables. You may
leave the handpiece connected to the charger for longer than the
specified time, such as leaving it charging over the weekend.
Figure 5. Storage Position
You may also use the cradle as a stand as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 6. Battery Figure 6a. Model 1: 120 Volt Figure 6b. Model 2: 230 Volt
Charging Unit 60 Hz., with USA type plug 50 Hz, with Euro type plug

• The battery charger has a lighted charge indicator as shown in Figure 6. A red light
indicates that your battery is being charged. A green light indicates charging is complete,
is not needed, or that the charger is not connected to handpiece.

• DO NOT attempt to replace the batteries yourself. Return the handpiece to LightSpeed
Technology, Inc. to replace the battery pack. Please call for pricing and a Return
Authorization number.
 6 Troubleshooting
If trouble is found, please refer to the following chart before consulting your dealer. If
none of the following scenarios are applicable or the solution does not remedy the
problem, a more serious problem is suspected. Contact your dealer.
Problem Likely Causes
Battery has fully discharged.
Abnormal battery. (Are the batteries hot?)
Handpiece will not turn on. The contra angle (CA) is not making
connection with the handpiece gears
The CA is jammed and not allowing
the motor to spin.
Handpiece turns on but will not rotate the Handpiece or CA has been damaged or
contra angle. drive shaft has loose gear connections.
The handpiece torque is noticeably weaker. The battery has become weak.
The speed of the handpiece is low. The battery has become weak.
The battery charger is not plugged into the
The battery charger light does not turn on. wall chord or the wall chord is not plugged
into the charger.
Handpiece unit has come apart. Joint connections have failed.
Handpiece or contra angle has been
Contra angle won’t fit onto handpiece.
damaged.
Solution
Recharge the battery.
Cool the handpiece for a while and turn it on.
If handpiece keeps overheating, call for a
return authorization number (RA#).
Remove the CA, turn on handpiece
and visually check to see if the gears
are turning. If not, call for RA#.
Remove the CA, autoclave and oil, reinsert
CA and check for rotation. If still jammed, try
to spin the CA gears by hand and check for
rotation. If still jammed, call for RA#.
Turn handpiece on without CA and look inside
front of handpiece to confirm gear is moving.
If gear is moving, reinsert contra angle and
try again. If this still doesn’t work or if gear
is not moving call for RA#.
Recharge the battery.
Recharge the battery.
Plug the battery charger or
wall chord in.
Call for RA#.
Call for RA#.
 Electrical Characteristics and Specifications 7

Battery Charger
Input rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nominal 90-264VAC/47-63Hz

Switch frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40kHz

Leakage current from battery . . . . . .0

Operating temperature . . . . . . . . . . .-25ºC - +40ºC

Ripple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .< 100 mV p-p

Insulation class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Class II

Insulation voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4000VAC (primary) / 5640VDC (secondary)

Electrical safety approvals . . . . . . . . .UL 2601-1, EN 60950, EN 60601-1, EN 60335-2-29

EMC standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN60601-1-2 (Medical), EN 61000-6-3

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Emission), EN 61000-6-1 (Immunity)

Reliability (MIL-GDBK-217F) . . . . . . .MTBF > 250,000 hours at 30ºC and full load

Input connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 pin IEC 320

Output connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5mm x 5.5mm x 9mm barrel plug, center positive

Dimensions/weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.55” x 1.77” x 1.26” (90 x 45 x 32mm) / .25 lbs. (115g)

Battery Pack
Cell Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Cylindrical Cell

Cell Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter – 18mm

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Height – 50mm

Nominal Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.7V (4.2V max)

Rated Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1500mAh nominal

Charging Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 hours @ 1.3A

Cycle Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70% after 300 cycles

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34.5g
8 Warranty and Repairs

One-year parts and labor warranty for handpiece body and internal components
(excluding the battery), heads and charging unit. Warranty is void if units are
opened for any reason. Warranty may be void if handpiece is used without
protective moisture barrier or dropped. Before units are returned for repair or
service a return authorization number must be obtained. Shipping to our repair
facility must be prepaid if unit is out of warranty period.

Only use the contra angle provided with the cordless handpiece or one that is
sold by LightSpeed Technology Inc. specifically for the LightSpeed EndoPAL
handpiece. Failure to do so will void the warranty. Instructions, warranty and
repairs are subject to change without notice.

Notice: Always contact us BEFORE returning your handpiece for

service or repair.

Phone: 800.817.3636
210.495.4942
Fax: 210.495.4945
Website: www.LightSpeedUSA.com
Email: info@LightSpeedUSA.com
Address: 403 E. Ramsey, Suite 205 • San Antonio, TX 78216