Integra CUSA NXT, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 7 • Troubleshooting the CUSA
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NXT System •
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Troubleshooting Aspiration Problems
Problem Causes Recommendations
Insufficient Aspiration Service Module is unplugged. Plug in the Service Module.
Tubing is routed incorrectly. See the diagram on the Console for
correct routing. Ensure that the filter is
fully inserted.
Tubing is not connected to the
suction source. Connect the tubing to the suction source.
See page 59.
Aspiration level displayed on the
touch screen is too low. Set aspiration level to appropriate level.
Tubing is blocked or occluded. Unblock tubing with the stylet or saline
flush.
Pinch valve not working correctly. Contact technical support.
Suction canister is full. Remove the suction canister and replace
with a new one.
Suction canister is cracked. Remove the suction canister and replace
with a new one.
Contamination filter is clogged. Check the contamination filter on both the
tubing and the Service Module for clogs. If
a clog exists, replace the appropriate filter.
Aspiration tubing is pinched or
kinked. Remove the pinch or kink from the tubing.
Hole in the aspiration tubing. Inspect the aspiration tubing for holes. If
holes are found, replace the tubing.
Liquid permeates the Footswitch. Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Excessive Aspiration Tubing between handpiece and
Console is blocked or occluded. Unblock the tubing with the stylet or saline
flush.
Handpiece is blocked. Unblock the handpiece with the stylet.
Aspiration is set too high. Reduce the aspiration level setting.
Aspiration pinch valve stays open. Contact technical support.
Aspiration set point level cannot
be reduced. Contact technical support.