Error Codes and Audio Tones
The Arthrex O.P.E.S. Electrosurgical Generator includes automatic self-diagnostics. If the diagnostics detect an error, the system
displays an error code, sounds an audible tone, and deactivates the unit output power. Most error codes result from faults in acces-
sories attached to the unit. The following table lists the error codes, describes the errors, and recommends actions to take to resolve
the errors. All error codes are displayed in the Bipolar display. If the unit displays any other error code, it requires service.
NOTICE:
If the unit does not power on to display an error, check fuses as described in Section 5 of this
guide.
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Error Code
Description
Recommended Action
F1
Cut handpiece button or footswitch may
be stuck
1. Turn off, then turn on the generator. Do not press buttons or activate
accessory devices during the self-test.
2. If the error code reappears, disconnect all accessories.
Turn off, then turn on the generator again.
3. If the problem persists, replace the handpiece or footswitch
and repeat the restart.
4. If the error code reappears, record the error code designation and call
Arthrex Customer Service.
F2
Coag handpiece button or footswitch
may be stuck
F3
Reserved
F4
Reserved
F5
Bipolar footswitch pedal
may be stuck
F6
Simultaneous activation error
The Arthrex OPES Electrosurgical Generator does not allow for simultaneous
activation of the Cut and Coag modes. The default activation sequence is “first
come, first serve”. This means that whichever mode is activated by the surgeon
first will be the function dispensed by the generator. Examples of this
functionality would include:
A) When the handpiece Cut button is pressed, the generator is activated for
Cut. If the handpiece Coag button is then pressed while still depressing
the Cut button, the generator will continue to deliver Cut power. If the
Cut Button is released prior to releasing the Coag button the alarm will
sound and both functions will be disabled.
B) When the footswitch Cut pedal is pressed, the generator is activated for
Cut. If the footswitch Coag pedal is then pressed while still depressing
the Cut pedal, the generator will continue to deliver Cut power. If the Cut
pedal is released prior to releasing the Coag pedal the alarm will sound
and both functions will be disabled.
1. Release the handpiece button or footswitch pedal activated, either Cut or
Coag.
2. If the error code reappears, record the error code designation and contact
Arthrex Customer Service.
E1
Output current out of specification
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Turn the unit on.
3. If the error code reappears, record the error code designation and contact
Arthrex Customer Service.
E2
Output current sensors delta error
E3
Output voltage sensors delta error
E4
System power supply voltages error
E5
Internal temperature of a section of the
unit exceeded the limit.
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Allow the unit to cool for 20 minutes.
3. Turn the unit on.
4. If the error code reappears, record the error code designation and contact
Arthrex Customer Service.
E6
E7
E8
NEM circuit error
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Turn the unit on.
3. If the error code reappears, record the error code designation and contact
Arthrex Customer Service.