Item # 46619, Loute Wire Tightener On Tecomet

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Specifications | How to Use | Note

Length	N/A 8-1/2 in
Maximum Capacity (Cerclage Wire)	N/A 1.5 mm17 gauge

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Loosen both knobs by turning counterclockwise until center pin disappears from view.
Pass wire around bone and feed both ends into center hole at the tip.
Use Wire Pulling Forceps (46637) to pull ends through and hold wire taut while pushing the instrument close to the bone.
Turn lower (distal) knob clockwise to lock wire in place. Then turn upper (proximal) knob clockwise to pull in remaining slack from wire.
Balance instrument in one hand and rotate it with the other hand until resistance is felt. Then hold tightener shaft tight and turn lower (distal) knob clockwise until wire is cut.

N/A Hold instrument straight (do not tilt) while tightening.

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