Bovie Aaron 1250 User Manual page 39

The Aaron 1250™ includes automatic self-diagnostics. If the diagnostics detect an error, the system displays an error
code, sounds an audible tone, and deactivates the unit output power.
Most error codes result from faults in accessories attached to the unit. The following table lists the error codes,
describes the errors, and recommends actions to take to resolve the errors.
If the unit displays any other error code, it requires service.
Error Code Description
F1
(on the
Handswitch or monopolar
Cut / Blend
footswitch cut pedal may be stuck.
display)
F1
(on the
Handswitch or monopolar
Coagulation /
Fulguration footswitch coag pedal may
Bipolar
be stuck.
display)
Cut and Coag buttons activated
F2
simultaneously
(pencil or footswitch)
Footswitch Cut or Coag pedal
pressed while in Bipolar Foot
F3
Control and the unit is not in
Bipolar Mode.
E4
DC voltage error
E6
Delta error
Internal temperature of the unit
E7
exceeded the limit.
Connector Sense Error
The unit shall monitor the connec-
E8
tion of the main cable between the
main and display boards.
NOTICE:
If the unit does not power on to display an error, check fuses as described in Section 5 of
this guide.
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Recommended Action
1. Turn off, then turn on the generator. Do not press buttons or activate
accessory devices during the self-test.
2. If the error code reappears, disconnect all accessories.
Turn off, then turn on the generator again.
3. If the problem persists, replace the handpiece or footswitch
and repeat the restart.
4. If the error code reappears, record the number and call
Bovie® customer service.
The unit does not allow simultaneous activation of the cut and coagula-
tion modes. Release either the cut or coag button on the handpiece, or
the cut or coag pedal on the footswitch.
The unit will not allow the footswitch to activate the unit if Bipolar
footcontrol is selected, but the Bipolar Mode is not selected.
1. Turn the unit off.
2.Turn the unit on.
3. If the error code reappears, record the number and contact
Bovie® customer service.
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Verify that the unit is connected to the line voltage.
3. If the error code reappears, record the number and contact
Bovie® customer service.
1. Turn the unit off.
2. Allow the unit to cool for 20 minutes.
3. Turn the unit on.
4. If the error code reappears, record the number and contact
Bovie® customer service.
1. If this cable becomes disconnected an E8 error shall occur and be
displayed.
2. The unit cannot be activated while the error condition is present.
3. The unit has to be reset to remove the error condition.
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