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The following, is a list of possible problems and recommended solutions.
If the problem persists, contact the local distributor.
Problem description
Possible cause
Action needed
Poor image quality
(Image is not clear or dark)
Dust or fluid trapped in
connector
Check cleanliness of the
connectors
Video Viewer is not
connected correctly with the
laryngoscope
Check for firm connection
between the devices
Illumination failure
Refer to Section 3
Contamination, fluid or
lubricant on lens
Clean lens, refer to Section 4
No image
(i) Screen turns off shortly
after connection
(ii) when devices are
connected
(i) Video Viewer’s battery has
no charge
Charge the Video Viewer, refer
to Section 3.1
(ii) Video Viewer is not
connected correctly with the
laryngoscope
Check that the Video Viewer is
inserted in the right direction
and firmly connected with the
Handle, refer to Section 2.4
Electronic circuitry fault
Return Video Viewer for
servicing, refer to Section 5
Unable to turn on device
even after long charging
time
Video Viewer’s battery has
exceeded usable life
Return Video Viewer for
servicing, refer to Section 5
Electronic circuitry fault
Return Video Viewer for
servicing, refer to Section 5
Video Viewer’s battery is not
recharged after 2 hours
Video Viewer is not connected
to its charger or the power
supply
Check the connection to the
charger and/or the power
supply
Video Viewer is not inserted
properly
Check for firm connection
between the devices
If the Camera Module does not illuminate, check that the battery is inserted in the
correct orientation or replace the battery with a new alkaline or lithium AA 1.5V battery.
If the illumination still does not work, contact the local distributor for servicing,
refer to Section 5.
5.
Service and maintenance
6. Troubleshooting
6.1
As a video laryngoscope
6.2
As a laryngoscope
The video laryngoscope should be inspected at regular intervals for:
Visible signs of external damage
Scratches or defects on the Camera Module lens
Build-up of material on connection pin area of the Handle and Camera Module
Any other faults will require diagnosis by an authorised service centre, contact
your local distributor or
www.AAMHealthcare.com
for technical support.
5.1
General maintenance
The Video Viewer is recommended to be serviced every 2 years for a battery replacement.
When returning the Video Viewer for servicing, pack the Video Viewer in its original
product box or wrap the device carefully for protection. The device should be sent to the
authorised service centre as advised by the local distributor.
5.1
Preventive maintenance
In clinical situations where the risk of contamination and infection increases, use the
APA IP Shield
™
, a disposable cover designed for the video laryngoscope, to further protect
the device from these exposures.
Use the APA IP Shield
™
VL if using the device as a video laryngoscope and
APA IP Shield
™
DL if using the device as a standard laryngoscope. Be sure to apply
standard medical institution practices for using personal protective equipment during
use. After use, the APA IP Shield
™
should be disposed in accordance with standard
departmental practices for handling contaminated items. Proceed to clean the
APA
™
Video Laryngoscope as per cleaning instructions, refer to Section 4.
CAUTION:
Always ensure that a used APA IP Shield
™
is safely disposed prior to removing
any personal protective equipment for the prevention of possible self-contamination.
4.5
APA IP Shield
™
VL and DL
