Chapter 7 • Troubleshooting the CUSA
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NXT System •
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Troubleshooting Ultrasonic Power Problems
Problem
Causes
Recommendations
Insufficient Power
Footswitch is unplugged.
Plug in the Footswitch.
Power level is not set appropriately.
Set the power level appropriately
(normally set between 70% and 100%).
Improper tip assembly.
• Detach the tip and reassemble the
handpiece; or
• Detach the tip and replace it with a new
one.
The Footswitch power pedal is broken;
the pedal will not turn on.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Liquid permeates the Footswitch.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Excessive Power
The Footswitch power pedal is broken;
the pedal will not turn off.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Liquid permeates the Footswitch.
Replace the Footswitch with a new one.
Handpiece Failure
Handpiece is overheating.
Insufficient aspiration. See page 85 for
troubleshooting tips.
No power to handpiece.
Try the following:
• Verify that the handpiece is plugged into
the correct port.
• Replace the handpiece with a new one.
If the problems persists, contact
technical support.
Tip Failure
Tip overheating.
Insufficient irrigation. See page 86 for
troubleshooting tips.
No Power to System
System is not turned on.
Turn on the system.
Service Module is not plugged in.
Plug in the Service Module to the
Console.
Summary of Contents for CUSA NXT
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