Section 5: Troubleshooting
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5.6.2 Error Codes
When there is a problem within the N-3100 monitor, an error code may be
displayed on the front panel, as illustrated:
SYS
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
These codes correspond to messages that indicate what part of the monitor is
at fault. Actions to take for specific error codes are listed below. For a more
thorough understanding of the error codes, refer to Appendix A.
5.6.2.1 User-Correctable Error Codes
Table 5-3 lists the error codes that can be corrected by the operator. Refer to
the number of the error code that is displayed on the N-3100, then perform
the recommended action for the listed error code. Turn the N-3100 off and
back on and verify that the error code no longer appears.
Table 5-3: N -3100 User-Correctable Error Codes
Error
Code
Description
Recommended Action
055
Alarm limits and other
settings have been returned
to power-on defaults.
Press UPPER or LOWER ALARM
LIMIT button as needed and if
necessary, set alarm limits, alarm
volume, audible alarm silence
duration, and operating mode to the
desired value.
058
Alarm silence duration and
alarm volume have been
returned to power-on
defaults.
Press the ALARM SILENCE button.
If necessary, check and adjust alarm
silence duration and alarm volume.
085
A measurement could not
be completed due to faulty
cuff/hose, improper cuff
application, or patient
motion or physiology.
Check patient. Check cuff
connections. Check cuff application
and orientation. If necessary, replace
cuff.
086
Measured values not in
proper relationship (for
example, systolic should be
greater than mean, etc.) or
pulse rate out of range of
N-3100.
Check patient. Check cuff application
and orientation. If necessary, replace
cuff. Check for interference sources
near monitor. If necessary, move
monitor away from interference
sources.
