Cleaning; Periodic Inspection; Fuse Replacement; Figure 5 - 1 Fuse Holder - Bovie Aaron 1250 User Manual

Bovie Medical Corporation recommends that you complete periodic inspection and performance testing. Perform
inspections and performance testing every six months. A qualified biomedical technician should conduct this testing
to ensure that the unit is operating effectively and safely.

CLEANING

After each use, clean the unit.
WARNING:
Electric Shock Hazard - Always turn off and unplug the generator before cleaning.
NOTICE:
Do not clean the generator with abrasive cleaning or disinfectant compounds, solvents, or other
materials that could scratch the panels or damage the generator.
1. Turn off the generator, and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Thoroughly wipe all surfaces of the generator and power cord with a mild cleaning solution or disinfectant and
a damp cloth. Follow the procedures approved by your institution or use a validated infection control procedure.
Do not allow fluids to enter the chassis. Do not sterilize the generator.

PERIODIC INSPECTION

Every six months, visually inspect the Aaron 1250™ for signs of wear or damage.
In particular, look for any of the following problems:
• Damage to the power cord
• Damage to the power cable receptacle
• Obvious damage to the unit
• Damage to any receptacle
• Accumulation of lint or debris in or around the unit.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

Fuses for the unit reside directly below the Power Cable Receptacle on the rear of the unit.
To replace the fuses, follow this procedure:
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Remove the power cord from the Power Cable Receptacle on the rear panel.
3. To release the fuse drawer, insert a small flathead screwdriver into the slot
on the drawer below the power cord receptacle. Then, slide the drawer out.
4. Remove the two fuses (T3.15AL250V) and replace them with new fuses with
the same values.
5. Insert the fuse holder into the Power Cable Receptacle.
NOTICE:
If the unit does not display an error and does not power on, check fuses.
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Figure 5 – 1 Fuse holder
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