Valleylab Force FX-8C, Service Manual

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Periodic Safety Check
Setup, T
ests, and Adjustments
Force FX-8C Service Manual 5-15
Footswitch
1.
Remove the footswitch from the generator.
2.
Disassemble the footswitch connector. Inspect the connector for
damage or corrosion.
3.
Reassemble the footswitch connector.
4.
Inspect the footswitch for damage.
5.
Reconnect the footswitch to the generator.
Power Cord
1
. Remove the power cord from the unit and ensure that it is unplugged
from the wall receptacle.
2.
Inspect the power cord for damage.
3.
Reconnect the power cord to the generator and wall receptacle.
Inspecting the Internal Components
Equipment required:
• Phillips screwdriver.
1. Turn off the generator.
2. Loosen the five screws that secure the cover to the chassis. Lift the
cover off the chassis. Set the cover aside for reinstallation.
3. Verify that all connectors are firmly seated.
4. Inspect each board for damaged components, wires, cracks, and
corrosion.
• If you find evidence of damage on the Control board, Display
board, or Footswitch board, replace the board. Refer to Control
Board Replacement, Display Board Replacement, or Footswitch Board
Replacement in Section 7.
• If you find evidence of damage on the Power Supply/RF board,
replace the board only if the damage is severe. Refer to Power
Supply/RF Board Replacement in Section 7.
5. Reinstall the cover on the generator. Position the cover above the
chassis and slide it down. Tighten the five screws that secure the cover
to the chassis.
Caution
The generator contains electrostatic-sensitive components. When repairing the
generator, work at a static-control workstation. Wear a grounding strap when
handling electrostatic-sensitive components, except when working on an
energized generator. Handle circuit boards by their nonconductive edges. Use an
antistatic container for transport of electrostatic-sensitive components and circuit
boards.