Overview; Required Tools/Equipment; Problems; Audible Alarms - GE Transport Pro Service Manual

Overview

Required Tools/Equipment

Problems

Audible Alarms

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Troubleshooting: Overview
The symptoms and solutions in this chapter represent only a few of the
faults that you may encounter and are not intended to cover every
possible problem that may occur.
A systematic approach to the diagnosis of problems as well as a general
understanding of the architecture, both hardware and software, of the
monitor are essential to ensure successful troubleshooting of a device.
GE recommends formal service training before repairs are attempted.
These troubleshooting procedures combined with training provide the
service technician with skills necessary to service and repair a monitor in
the event of a malfunction.
Standard set of hand tools.
Digital multimeter.
Before starting any detailed troubleshooting, complete a thorough visual
inspection of the following.
All cable connections secure?
Devices properly powered?
Connected to a proper power source?
Problem
Alarms
Alarm light
Display blank
Display dim
No parameters/patient data/
waveforms
Speaker buzz
Unresponsive buttons
1. Press the Silence Alarm/Admit key and check for audio feedback.
2. If there is audio feedback, adjust alarm volume. If there is not audio
feedback, check speaker cable connection.
3. If the connection is good, check speaker resistance.
a. Disconnect the speaker cable.
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Solution
"Audible Alarms" on page 6-2.
"Alarms Light" on page 6-3.
"Display Blank" on page 6-3.
"Display Dim" on page 6-4.
"Missing/Inaccurate Patient Data/Waveforms"
page 6-5.
"Speaker Buzz" on page 6-5.
"Unresponsive Buttons" on page 6-5.
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