Section 5: Troubleshooting
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5.6
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problems with the N -3100 are separated into the categories indicated in
Table 5-1. Refer to the paragraph indicated for further troubleshooting
instructions.
Note:
Taking the recommended actions discussed in this section will correct
the majority of problems you will encounter. However, problems not
covered here can be resolved by contacting Nellcor Puritan Bennett’s
Technical Services Department or your local Nellcor Puritan Bennett
representative
Table 5-1: Problem Categories
Problem Area
Refer to Paragraph
1. AC Power
• No power-up
• Fails power-on self-test
5.6.1
2. Error Codes
5.6.2
3. Buttons
• Monitor does not respond properly to
buttons when pressed
5.6.3
4. Display/Alarms
• Displays do not respond properly
• Alarms or other tones do not sound
properly or are generated without
apparent cause
5.6.4
5. Operational
• Displays appear to be operational,
but monitor shows no readings
• Suspect readings
5.6.5
6. Stacked Configuration
• N-3100 operates properly when used
alone but not when stacked
5.6.6