General Troubleshooting Guidelines
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ForceTriad User’s Guide
General Troubleshooting Guidelines
If the ForceTriad energy platform malfunctions, check for obvious conditions that
may have caused the problem:
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Check the system for visible signs of physical damage.
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Make sure the fuse drawer is tightly closed.
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Verify that all cords are connected and attached properly.
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If an error code is displayed on the touchscreens, note the code along with all
information on the error screen, then turn the system off and turn it back on.
If the malfunction persists, the system may require service. Contact your
institution’s biomedical engineering department.
REM Alarms
If the ForceTriad energy platform does not sense the correct impedance for the
connected REM patient return electrode, monopolar energy will be disabled, the
REM symbol will illuminate red and enlarge on both the center and left
touchscreen displays, and an alarm tone will sound twice. The REM symbol will
return to its smaller size but will remain red, and RF energy will remain disabled
until the REM alarm is corrected.
When you correct a REM alarm condition, the system is enabled and the REM
alarm indicator illuminates green.
Valleylab recommends the use of Valleylab REM patient return electrodes. Return
electrodes from other manufacturers may not provide proper impedance to work
correctly with the ForceTriad energy platform.
Correcting a REM Alarm Condition
To correct a REM alarm condition, follow these steps:
1.
Inspect the return electrode plug and cord. If you find evidence of cracks,
breaks, or other visible damage, replace the return electrode
and/or the cord.
2.
Verify that the patient return electrode cord is correctly connected to the
energy platform.
3.
Verify that the return electrode is in good contact with the patient. Follow the
instructions for use provided with the Valleylab REM patient return electrode.
4.
If the REM alarm persists it may be necessary to use more than one patient
return electrode. Refer to the instructions for use with the Valleylab REM
patient return electrode for complete information.
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