Integra CUSA NXT, Operator'S Manual

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• Chapter 7 • Troubleshooting the CUSA
®
NXT System
Troubleshooting Irrigation Problems
Problem Causes Recommendations
Excessive Irrigation Incorrect rate set. Set the appropriate rate (normally
between 2 and 6 ml/min).
Tubing is not routed correctly. See the diagram on the Console for the
correct routing.
Irrigation pump is not fully closed. Close the irrigation pump.
Broken Fast Flush pedal on the
Footswitch.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Irrigation pump is running at an
excessive speed. Contact technical support.
Liquid permeates the Footswitch. Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Insufficient Irrigation Incorrect rate set. Set the appropriate rate (normally
between 2 and 6 ml/min).
Footswitch is unplugged. Plug in the Footswitch.
IV spike is not inserted into the bag. Insert the spike into the IV bag.
IV bag is empty. Replace the IV bag with a new one.
Tubing is not connected to the
irrigation pump correctly. Reconnect the tubing. See page 62.
Tubing is not primed. Prime the tubing. See page 63.
Irrigation tubing is blocked. Inspect the tubing for blockage.
Irrigation tubing is pinched or kinked. Remove the pinch or kink from the
tubing.
Hole in the irrigation tubing. Inspect the irrigation tubing for holes. If
holes are found, replace the tubing.
Broken Fast Flush pedal on
Footswitch.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Pump does not rotate when pressing
the Footswitch. Contact technical support.
Liquid permeates the Footswitch. Replace the Footswitch with a new one.