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OptiFlex® 3 Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Therapy Unit
5.2 OPTIFLEX3 SYSTEM TESTING
5 TROUBLESHOOTING
A.
General
1.
The following information is intended to aid
in troubleshooting the major components of
the
OptiFlex3 units to “Board Level” only.
These tests are OEM standard testing
procedures and methods used at the factory
before shipment of any OptiFlex3 unit.
2.
Due to the complex nature of the technology
utilized by Chattanooga Group, the
recommended
troubleshooting
techniques
are to determine “Bad Board” and board
replacement only. No board component level
troubleshooting is recommended nor will
information or parts be supplied by
Chattanooga Group. Any board component
level troubleshooting performed will be
at sole risk and liability of the Service
Technician performing such troubleshooting
techniques.
3.
Once a particular PC Board has been
determined to be bad, replace the board only
with Chattanooga Group OEM replacement
parts
and
hardware.
B. Special Tools, Fixtures, and Materials Required
1.
Certain tests require the use of special tools
and fixtures. These will be listed at the
particular test where they are required. Testing
with any other special tool or fixture other
than those stated could give erroneous
readings or test results. Always perform the
tests exactly as stated to ensure accurate
results.
2.
Standard test equipment settings will be
listed for each test performed to aid in
performing the test to OEM standards and to
ensure proper readings.
3.
The troubleshooting and repair of the
OptiFlex3 units should be performed only
by authorized technicians trained and certified
by
Chattanooga
Group.
C. Equipment Required
1.
Digital Multimeter
2.
Fine Edged Tool for removing decals
3.
Tape Measure or Ruler
4. Required SAE Tools
• #1 Phillips Screwdriver
• #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• Preset and calibrated, 5 inch pound
“T”-Handle Torque Wrench with 1/4” square
drive and 5/64” straight hex key socket
• Preset and calibrated, 10 inch pound “T”-
Handle Torque Wrench with 1/4” square drive
and 9/64” straight hex key socket
• 5/16” Socket Driver
• 3/32” Allen Wrench
• 9/64" Allen Wrench
• 5/64" Allen Wrench
• Heyco Tool # 29
• Miniature Diagonal Cutters
• 11/32" Open End Wrench
•
Gear
Puller
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Small Flatehead Screwdriver
• Snap Ring Pliers
• Large Flathead Screwdriver
•
Adjustable
Pliers
•
Soldering
Iron
5. Required Lubricants
• MolyGraph Grease (Black) by Sta-Lube
6. Required Locking Compound and Primer
• Type N Primer by Loctite
• Loctite 222 (Purple)
7. Inclinometer, Protractor, or Goniometer
accurate to 1°
8. Certified, calibrated Stop Watch
NOTE:
The tool, lubricant, and locking compound requirements
will be listed at their respective removal and replacement
procedures throughout this manual.
The following tool, lubrication, and locking compound
requirements are critical to component removal and
replacement of the OptiFlex3.
All hardware, bolts, nuts, and screws used to assemble
the OptiFlex3 are SAE Standard. Due to the size of these
components, no metric equivalent is available. Therefore,
it will be necessary to obtain the proper size tools for
removal and replacement of certain components.
The lubricants and locking compounds listed in
this manual are crucial in the assembly of certain
components to ensure patient safety and efficient
operation of the unit. Use only the recommended
products listed or an approved equivalent possessing
the same properties and qualities.
