questions
What are electronic IFUs?
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
Electronic Instructions for Use (eIFUs) are PDF versions of the printed manuals delivered with systems, instruments and accessories. The content is identical to the paper version.
Do I need to make an account to access this site?I search for multiple words?
No, an account is not required.
How do I find documents for a system or service?are electronic IFUs?
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
1. From the world map, select your country, and if applicable, language.
2. Select your system or product, and if applicable, system software.
How do I find my system software?
For most systems, from the main touch panel, touch Settings > Troubleshooting, and then look for software version information.
For details, contact Intuitive Customer Service.
How do I find applicable IFUs?
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
After you select a platform or product, you will see a list of all applicable documents. Use the search bar to look for specific documents.
Can I search for text in documents?
Yes. You can search for text in documents using the basic search or keyword search.
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for stapler AND endoscope finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
You can also search for partial words. For example, searching for stapl finds stapler and stapling. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Why don’t I see any IFUs or specific IFUs for my country?
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
Due to regional regulations or other factors, not all IFU are available for all countries and languages. For details, contact Intuitive Customer Service.
Can I still order paper IFUs?
Yes. To place an order, contact Intuitive Customer Service.
Will I be notified when an IFU is updated?
Yes, IFU updates are communicated through a customer letter. For details, contact Intuitive Customer Service. To place an order, contact Intuitive Customer Service.
What is an basic search?
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.
You can enter any text in the search field. The system looks for it in the properties and body of all documents.
You can enter text in separate fields for part number, title, description, and keyword. [Keyword] searches for text in the body of the documents. You can also limit your search to a specific platform
Can I search for multiple words?
You can use AND, OR, and NOT to narrow your search. For example, searching for 'stapler AND endoscope' finds documents that include both words. However, you cannot use quotation marks to identify a phrase.
Can I search for partial words?
You can search for words that start with the text you enter. For example, searching for 'stapl' finds 'staple' and 'stapling'. However, you cannot use wildcards, such as ? or *.
Can I further limit the search results?
Yes, use [Filter By] to search within the search results, and [Narrow By] to show only specific platforms and document types.