Remove the scope from the model.

Release the model by unhooking the grey straps from the ‘M’ shaped hook at the back.

Now you can easily remove the model.

Then remove the skin cover

Now you can replace the esophageal insert.
Pull the lower-end out of the frame by pulling on the two tabs.

Now peel the insert off the frame.

When putting a new insert on it’s best to turn the rib cage over for easier access.

Then hook the top (anterior) end of the insert over the frame hooking on to the first groove.

Gently pull and hook it on the middle of the frame making sure it seats properly.

Now take the bottom (posterior) end of the insert (with the two tabs) and hook it in the lowest hook.

Replace the synthetic skin

Place the model back on the stand then pull the grey straps over the model and then hook them back on the ‘M’ shaped hooks at the back.

Reposition the camera through the middle hole and adjust as necessary.

Remove the scope from the model.

Release the model by unhooking the grey straps from the ‘M’ shaped hook at the back.

Now you can easily remove the model.

Then remove the skin cover.
If you are changing the synthetic skin skip to STEP 11

Now you can remove the esophageal insert.
Pull the lower-end out of the frame by pulling on the two tabs.

Now peel the insert off the frame.
Then replace the rib cage.

When putting the insert back on it’s best to turn the rib cage over for easier access.

Then hook the top (anterior) end of the insert over the frame hooking on to the first groove.

Gently pull and hook it on the middle of the frame making sure it seats properly.

Now take the bottom (posterior) end of the insert (with the two tabs) and hook it in the lowest hook.

Install the synthetic skin.

Place the model back on the stand then pull the grey straps over the model and then hook them back on the ‘M’ shaped hooks at the back.

Reposition the camera through the middle hole and adjust as necessary.

Remove the scope from the model.

Release the model by unhooking the grey straps from the ‘M’ shaped hook at the back.

Now you can easily remove the model.

Then remove the skin cover.

Using a hairdryer heat the 4th and 5th ribs from both sides.

As ribs start to soften gently spread them apart

When sufficient separation is achieved place a support to keep ribs apart.

Once cooled remove the support

Fit an insert if needed

Fit the Open Practice skin

The model is now ready for Open Practice

To return to a Closed Practice model remove the skin and insert

Place the ribs in a heat-resistant container (e.g. measuring jug)

Fill with boiling water

Remove once the ribs return to their original shape

Let the ribs cool and dry. Then replace the insert and Closed Practice skin