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SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1
Introduction
5.2
How to Use this Section
5.3
Who Should Perform Repairs
5.4
Replacement Level Supported
5.5
Obtaining Replacement Parts
5.6
Troubleshooting Guide
5.1
INTRODUCTION
This section explains how to troubleshoot the N-3100 if problems arise.
Tables are included that list possible monitor difficulties, along with probable
causes, and recommended actions to correct the difficulties.
5.2
HOW TO USE THIS SECTION
Use this section in conjunction with Section 3, Performance Verification, and
Section 7, Spare Parts. To remove and replace a defective part, follow the
instructions in Section 6, Disassembly Guide. The circuit analysis section in
the Technical Supplement also offers information on how the monitor
functions that you may find useful in troubleshooting.
5.3
WHO SHOULD PERFORM REPAIRS
Only qualified service personnel should open the monitor housing, remove
and replace components, or make adjustments. If your medical facility does
not have qualified service personnel, contact Nellcor Puritan Bennett’s
Technical Services Department or your local Nellcor Puritan Bennett
representative.
5.4
REPLACEMENT LEVEL SUPPORTED
The replacement level supported for this product is limited to the printed
circuit board (PCB) and major subassembly level. Once you isolate a suspect
PCB, follow the procedures in Section 6, Disassembly Guide, to replace the
PCB with a known good PCB. Check to see if the trouble symptom disappears
and the monitor passes all performance tests. If the trouble symptom
persists, continue troubleshooting to isolate another suspect PCB.
5.5
OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Nellcor Puritan Bennett Technical Services provides technical assistance
information and replacement parts. To obtain replacement parts, contact
Nellcor Puritan Bennett. Refer to parts by the part names and part numbers
listed in Section 7, Spare Parts.