Covidien Force FX, Service Manual

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Inspecting the Generator
Troubleshooting
Force FX Electrosurgical Generator C Service Manual
6-3
6.
Check the Patient Return Electrode receptacle for a broken pin or an obstruction. If
the receptacle is damaged or obstructed, replace the REM module. Refer to
Front
Panel REM Module Replacement
on page 7-11.
Inspecting the Internal Components
Equipment required
• Phillips screwdriver
1.
Remove the five screws that secure the cover to the chassis. Lift the cover off the
chassis. Save the cover and screws for reinstallation.
2.
Verify that all connectors are firmly seated.
3.
Inspect each board for damaged components, wires, cracks, and corrosion.
• If you find evidence of damage on the Control board, Display board, or Footswitch
board, replace the board. Refer to
Control Board Replacement
on page 7-4
,
Display Board Replacement
on page 7-5
,
or
Footswitch Board Replacement
on
page 7-8
.
•
I
f you find evidence of damage on the Power Supply/RF board, replace the board
only if the damage is severe. Refer to
Power Supply/RF Board Replacement
on
page 7-26
.
4.
To reinstall the cover, position the cover above the chassis and slide it down. Install the
five screws that secure the cover to the chassis.
Precaution
The generator contains electrostatic-sensitive components. When repairing the generator, work at
a static-control workstation. Wear a grounding strap when handling electrostatic-sensitive
components,
except
when working on an energized generator. Handle circuit boards by their
nonconductive edges. Use an antistatic container for transport of electrostatic-sensitive
components and circuit boards.