GE MAC 1600, Operator'S Manual

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Troubleshooting
2028451-182B MAC™ 1600 A-3
System Will Not Power Up
If the system will not power up, do the following:
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Verify the unit is turned on.
If it is not, turn the unit on. Refer to
“Turning on the System” on
page 2-11 for instructions.
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Verify the battery is installed and charged.
Refer to
“System Errors” on page A-7 for instructions on verifying
whether the battery is installed and charged.
Refer to
“Replacing the Battery” on page 10-12 for instructions on
installing the battery.
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Verify the unit is connected to an AC power outlet.
Refer to
“Connecting the AC Power Adapter” on page 2-8 for
instructions.
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Verify the equipment is receiving power from the outlet.
If the unit is receiving power, the Power LED will be lit.
ECG Data Contains Noise
If the acquired ECG data displays unacceptable noise levels, do the
following:
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Check the patient’s position.
The patient should remain motionless during the acquisition of a
resting ECG.
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Use the Hookup Advisor indicator to help determine the cause of the
noise.
For more information, refer to
“Hookup Advisor Module” on
page 5-12
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Verify the electrodes are placed properly.
Refer to
“Applying the Electrodes” on page 3-3 for information on
proper electrode placement.
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Verify the electrodes have been applied correctly.
Perspiration, excessive hair, lotions, and dead skin cells must be
removed from the electrode site.
Refer to
“Prepare the Patient’s Skin” on page 3-2 more information.
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Check for defective or expired electrodes.
Replace the electrodes if there are any questions about their
effectiveness.
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Check for defective, broken, or disconnected leadwires.
Replace the leadwires if there are any questions about their
effectiveness. Refer to
“Connecting Leadwires” on page 2-9.
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Consider using filters, ADS , and FRF to help eliminate or reduce
ECG noise.
For more information, refer to
“ECG Options” on page 5-4,
“Arrhythmia Options” on page 6-3, or “Stress Options” on page 7-6.