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Amhanyobor Abraham
May 21, 2025

I need the accessories for neutral electrodes and bipolar electrodes

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Mr. Anderson
May 24, 2025

For the Bowa ARC 350:

Neutral electrode accessories:
- EASY: For monitoring split neutral electrodes.
- BABY: For monitoring split pediatric electrodes.
- MONO: For using one-piece neutral electrodes.
- Disposable self-adhesive electrodes.
- Cables and tabs for electrode connection.

Bipolar electrode accessories:
- Bipolar instruments with foot switch, finger switch, or AUTOSTART compatibility.
- Connection sockets for bipolar instruments:
- BOWA COMFORT
- 2-pin US type (28.58 mm) connectors.

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Ahmed
March 20, 2025

The reason for the error when pressing the foot switch even though the indicator on the panel is green

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Mr. Anderson
March 20, 2025

If the indicator on the panel is green but there is an error when pressing the foot switch on the Bowa ARC 350, possible reasons include:

1. Foot Switch Not Assigned – The foot switch may not be assigned to a socket. Assign a socket using the "Pedal" button.
2. Mode Error – The selected mode may not be allowed for the current setup (e.g., using an incorrect neutral electrode or socket). Choose a compatible mode or correct the setup.
3. Activation Error – The device may detect unintended activation at startup. Check and disconnect foot switches or handles if necessary.
4. Double Activation – Both pedals of a double-pedal foot switch may have been pressed simultaneously. Activate only one at a time.
5. Power Not Set – No power may be set for the activated output. Ensure the correct power level is configured.

Check these factors and make the necessary adjustments to resolve the issue.

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Shayam sunder
April 17, 2025

Machine is given error 4202

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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL HIGH FREQUENCY SURGICAL DEVICE...
  • Page 3 Monopolar Cut Monopolar Coag Bipolar Coag Program Blend ARC 300 Monopolar Cut Monopolar Coag Bipolar Cut Bipolar Coag Program Blend Blend ARC 350 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 4 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 5 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 6: Legend

    Connection socket for monopolar instruments with manual switching "Monopolar Output 1" finger switch indicator "Monopolar Output 2" 2 + 3 foot switch assignment indicator "Monopolar Output 2" key/indicator (connection socket 40) ARC 300/350 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 7 Connection for equipotential bonding Power connection for cooling device connector Connection socket for monopolar instruments with hand or foot switch or Bovie connector or 4 mm monopolar endoscope connector or 3-pin connector 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 8 Legend ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Monopolar modes ......................25 3.1.1. "Cut" mode......................25 3.1.2. "Moderate Coag" mode ..................25 3.1.3. "Forced Coag" mode ..................26 3.1.4. "Spray coagulation" mode .................26 3.1.5. "GastroCUT" mode....................27 3.2. Bipolar modes ........................28 3.2.1. "Soft COAG" mode ....................28 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 10 EASY neutral electrode monitoring (EASY monitoring) ........39 Operation............................40 6.1. Program overview ......................40 6.2. Basic program settings .....................41 6.2.1. Calling up a program ..................41 6.2.2. Changing the program..................41 6.3. Program descriptions ......................43 6.3.1. Program 0 "Standard"..................43 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 11 Contents 6.3.2. Program 1 “EndoLAP Bipolar Cut” (Bipolar Cut only for ARC 350 and ARC 350L)......................43 6.3.3. Program 2 “EndoLAP II Ligation” (ligation only for ARC 350L) ......44 6.3.4. Program 3 “Abdominal Ligation” (ligation only for ARC 350L) ......45 6.3.5.
  • Page 12 Repairs..........................71 9.3. Technical service ......................72 Positioning ............................73 Technical specifications........................74 11.1. Technical specifications for the HF devices ARC 300 and ARC 350 .......74 11.2. Output, voltage and current diagrams ................80 Accessories/Replacement parts....................109 EMC..............................110 13.1. Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration in accordance with DIN EN 60601- 1-2, Section 6.8.3.201.....................110...

  • Page 13: Using This Operating Manual

    Pos: 1 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/1 Legende/1 Legende @ 4\mod_1261040244069_6.doc @ 34330 @ Pos: 2 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/1 Legende/1.1 Legende @ 4\mod_1261040303163_6.doc @ 34444 @ Pos: 3 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/2 Umgang mit/2 Umgang mit dieser Gebrauchsanweisung @ 4\mod_1261040269100_6.doc @ 34349 @ Using this operating manual This operating manual is part of the device.

  • Page 14: Icons And Labeling

    Consequences of occurrence non-compliance Immediate risk Death, serious DANGER injuries Possible risk Death, serious WARNING injuries Possible risk Minor injuries CAUTION Possible risk Property damage NOTE 1.4.3. Tips Tips/Additional information to facilitate tasks. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 15: Other Icons And Labeling

    Bold numbers (e.g.: 35) refer to a schematic diagram of the ARC 300 / 350 and the respective legend (page 6 – 7) Pos: 8 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/3 Sicherheit/3 Sicherheit @ 4\mod_1261040342069_6.doc @ 34463 @ 1 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 16: Safety

    2 Safety Safety Pos: 9 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/3 Sicherheit/3.1 Bestimmungsgemäße Verwendung @ 4\mod_1261040347522_6.doc @ 34482 @ 2 2.1. Intended use The HF device is intended exclusively for the generation of electrical power for monopolar and bipolar cutting and coagulation in surgical interventions.

  • Page 17: General Safety Instructions

    To protect personnel, BOWA recommends the use of a smoke evacuator to extract electrosurgical smoke, e.g. BOWA SHE SHA. Pos: 11 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/3 Sicherheit/3.3 Personenbezogene Sicherheitshinweise @ 4\mod_1261040358116_6.doc @ 34520 @ 233333 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 18: Personal Safety Instructions

    Keep the lines to the HF electrodes as short as possible and position them so that they do not touch the patient or other lines. Do not place any objects on the HF device. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 19: Correct Use Of The Hf Device

    Always set the power output of the HF device as low as possible. Set the acoustic signal that sounds when the electrode is activated so that it is always clearly audible. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 20: Device-Related Safety Instructions

    Never boil the device and never disinfect it mechanically. Immediately drain any fluid that might have penetrated the device. Pos: 13 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/3 Sicherheit/3.5 Sichere Handhabung (allgemein) @ 4\mod_1261040369350_6.doc @ 34558 @ 233 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 21: Safe Handling (General Instructions)

    Do not place any instruments on the patients or on the devices. Ensure that no instruments are being cleaned when AUTOSTART is activated. Wear suitable gloves during operations. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 22: Surgical Environment: Prevention Of Explosions/Combustion

    Ensure that no endogenous gases are pesent that could ignite. Ensure that all materials saturated with oxygen (e.g. cotton, gauze) are removed far enough from the HF environment that they cannot ignite. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 23: Application Of The Neutral Electrode

    • Ensure that there are no implants (e.g. bone nails, bone plates, endoprostheses) in the current path. • Ensure that no short circuits can occur at the neutral electrode connection. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 24 Pos: 14 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4 Funktionsweise @ 4\mod_1261040424241_6.doc @ 34596 @ 1 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 25: Functionality

    The arc control technology reduces the power output depending on the tissue and its resistance to the necessary minimum. Pos: 15 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.1 Monopolare Modi @ 4\mod_1261040443506_6.doc @ 34634 @ 233333 3.1. Monopolar modes In monopolar operation, the HF device has the following operating modes: •...

  • Page 26: Forced Coag" Mode

    "Spray coagulation" mode This mode is used for contactless surface coagulation via arcing. This mode is used for hemostasis in parenchymal tissue or in poorly accessible crevices and in conjunction with argon coagulation. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 27: Gastrocut" Mode

    (default setting) "Fast" mode Cutting characteristics: Recommended for experienced Dynamic and fast pulse sequence users in this specialist area Pos: 16 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.2 Bipolare Modi @ 4\mod_1261040448835_6.doc @ 34653 @ 23 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 28: Bipolar Modes

    The "Soft COAG" mode is used for precision work with the bipolar tweezers. The AUTOSTART function is not available in this mode. Pos: 17 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.3 Aktivierungs- und Alarmsignale im monopolaren und bipolaren Modus @ 4\mod_1261040456147_6.doc @ 34672 @ 2 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 29: Activation And Alarm Signals In Monopolar And Bipolar Mode

    If errors are detected, the HF generator will shut itself off. An error message appears on the display. For further information, see Detecting and correcting errors, Page 64. Pos: 20 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.6 ARC Control-Technologie @ 4\mod_1261040479928_6.doc @ 34729 @ 2 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 30: Arc Control Technology

    Pos: 21 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.8 Neutralelektroden-Überwachung @ 4\mod_1261040495131_6.doc @ 34767 @ 233 3.7. Neutral electrode monitoring When the neutral electrode is attached, the largest possible neutral electrode must be attached! 3.7.1.

  • Page 31: Foot Switch

    Double-pedal foot switch (DP) 901-031 Double-pedal foot switch with sensor (DP+) Pos: 23 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/4 Funktionsweise/4.9 Speicherfunktionen @ 4\mod_1261040500460_6.doc @ 34786 @ 2 3.9. Memory functions For generators from the ARC series, the parameter settings of all programs can be stored.

  • Page 32: Description

    4 Description Description Pos: 25 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/5 Beschreibung/5.1 Symbole am Produkt @ 4\mod_1261040522944_6.doc @ 34824 @ 2 4.1. Icons on the device Icon Designation Solid neutral electrode Split neutral electrode Foot switch Comply with operating instruction Neutral electrode at HF insulated from...

  • Page 33: Rating Label

    4.2. Scope of delivery You'll find detailed information on the scope of delivery in the current catalogs. Pos: 28 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/5 Beschreibung/5.3 Zum Betrieb erforderliche Komponenten @ 4\mod_1261040541522_6.doc @ 34900 @ 2 4.3. Components required for operation • Power cable •...

  • Page 34: Preparation

    5 Preparation Preparation Pos: 30 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/6 Vorbereitung/6.1 HF-Gerät aufstellen @ 4\mod_1261040578397_6.doc @ 34938 @ 2 5.1. Setting up the HF device NOTE When the HF device is used as intended, electromagnetic fields are generated! This can affect other devices.

  • Page 35: Switching On The Hf Device

    A self-test is carried out if the device is switched off for longer than 15 to 20 seconds after being used. The default parameters of the most recently selected program subsequently appear. Pos: 32 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/6 Vorbereitung/6.3 Zubehör anschließen @ 4\mod_1261040588616_6.doc @ 34976 @ 233 5.3. Connecting instruments...

  • Page 36: Instruments For Monopolar Applications

    32. Once the contact is closed, the application starts after the configured reaction time. Pos: 33 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/6 Vorbereitung/6.4 Fußschalter anschließen @ 4\mod_1261040594335_6.doc @ 34995 @ 33 5.3.3. Connecting the foot switch Connect the desired foot switch to the foot switch connection socket 50 or 52.

  • Page 37: Assigning A Foot Switch Output

    Press the key/display for AUTOSTART 32 for longer than 5 seconds. The configured HF parameters will be saved and the symbol -> appears on the display/main display 15. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 38 The shift sensor on the foot switch is locked in programs 18, 19, and 20 for safety reasons. Socket changeover must occur directly at the device. Pos: 34 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/6 Vorbereitung/6.5 Funktionsprüfung @ 4\mod_1261040600038_6.doc @ 35014 @ 233 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 39: Function Test

    EASY monitoring of the solid neutral HF device. electrode 19 light up green, but the type of neutral electrode is not correctly detected. Pos: 35 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/7 Bedienung/7 Bedienung @ 4\mod_1261040616100_6.doc @ 35033 @ 1 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 40: Operation

    6 Operation Operation Pos: 36 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/7 Bedienung/7.1 Programm-Übersicht @ 4\mod_1261040621881_6.doc @ 35052 @ 2 6.1. Program overview An overview of the programs that can be executed with the HF device is displayed below. Program Program name ARC 350L ARC 350...

  • Page 41: Basic Program Settings

    All programs have basic settings, e.g. operating language, sound or display and memory options, which can be changed for individual applications; see Chapter Menu programs, Page 57. Pos: 37 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/7 Bedienung/7.2 Grundeinstellungen der Programme @ 4\mod_1261040627350_6.doc @ 35071 @ 233 6.2. Basic program settings 6.2.1.
  • Page 42 –Or– Set the power limit for the bipolar coagulation current using the keys for power limitation for bipolar coagulation 30/31. Pos: 38 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/7 Bedienung/7.3 Programm-Beschreibungen @ 4\mod_1261040633397_6.doc @ 35090 @ 2333333333333333333333333 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 43: Program Descriptions

    6.3.2. Program 1 “EndoLAP Bipolar Cut” (Bipolar Cut only for ARC 350 and ARC 350L) This program is used for bipolar cutting with preconfigured settings. The key/display for “Monopolar output 2” 39 and “Bipolar output 4” 48 are preconfigured.

  • Page 44: Program 2 "Endolap Ii Ligation" (Ligation Only For Arc 350L)

    BOWA ligation instrument. • Effect 4: The sealing of thick blood vessels and structures of up to 7 mm with the aid of a BOWA ligation instrument. DANGER Blood loss due to incomplete blood vessel sealing! Deactivate the ligation instrument after completed sealing of blood vessels.

  • Page 45: Program 3 "Abdominal Ligation" (Ligation Only For Arc 350L)

    BOWA ligation instrument. • Effect 4: The sealing of thick blood vessels and structures of up to 7 mm with the aid of a BOWA ligation instrument. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 46: Program 4 "Argon Ligation" (Ligation Only For Arc 350L)

    ® ® ® BOWA NightKNIFE , LIGATOR , and TissueSeal series Not intended for: • tubal sterilization or sterilization by means of tubal coagulation • dirty or defective electrode tips ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 47: Program 5 "Argon Open

    BOWA ligation instrument. • Effect 4: The sealing of thick blood vessels and structures of up to 7 mm with the aid of a BOWA ligation instrument. DANGER Blood loss due to incomplete blood vessel sealing! Deactivate the ligation instrument after completed sealing of blood vessels.

  • Page 48: Program 7 "Micro Plastic

    In program 11, the maximum output transfer is unlimited to ensure maximum settings. Please refer to the respective diagrams Mono CUT 300 W, Mono COAG 120 W, Bipolar CUT 150 W, and Bipolar COAG 120 W. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 49: Program 12 "Drycut

    It is not possible to work in cutting mode and key/display 12 is deactivated. 6.3.15. Program 14 "Chest" This program is used in thoracic surgery. In this program, a cutting current and forced coagulation are used. Maximum output is limited to 90 W. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 50: Program 15 "Mammaria

    BOWA ligation instrument. • Effect 4: The sealing of thick blood vessels and structures of up to 7 mm with the aid of a BOWA ligation instrument. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 51: Program 17 "Gynecology Hystero

    6.3.18. Program 17 "Gynecology Hystero" This program is used in gynecology for hysterectomies. 6.3.19. Program 18 "TUR-P Bipolar TUR" (Bipolar TUR only for ARC 350 and ARC 350L) • Both cutting and coagulation are possible in the bipolar application. •...

  • Page 52: Program 19 "Tur-Bt Bipolar Tur" (Bipolar Tur Only For Arc 350 And Arc 350L)

    Connect the bipolar resectoscope to “Bipolar output 3” 43. Connect the monopolar resectoscope to “Monopolar output 2” 40. 6.3.20. Program 19 "TUR-BT Bipolar TUR" (Bipolar TUR only for ARC 350 and ARC 350L) • Both cutting and coagulation are possible in the bipolar application.

  • Page 53: Program 20 "Resection Bipolar" (Bipolar Resection Only For Arc 350 And Arc 350L)

    6 Operation 6.3.21. Program 20 “Resection Bipolar“ (bipolar resection only for ARC 350 and ARC 350L) • Both cutting and coagulation are possible in the bipolar application. • Use the connection socket for monopolar instruments 40 for monopolar TUR. •...

  • Page 54: Program 21 "Gastrocut Pol" (Optional For Arc 300)

    If necessary, remove the polypectomy snares and connect the argon probe with the argon unit ARC PLUS. Press the key/display for “Spray Coagulation” current 14. Press the blue key of the foot switch for coagulation. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 55: Program 22: "Gastrocut Pap" (Optional For Arc 300)

    If required, remove the papillotome and connect the argon probe with the argon unit ARC PLUS. Press the key/display for “Spray Coagulation” current” 14. Press the blue key of the foot switch for coagulation. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 56: Program 23 "Argon Flex" (Optional For Arc 300)

    48 are preconfigured. Connect the additional device ARC PLUS. Connect the flexible probes to the HF device at “Monopolar output 2” 43. Pos: 39 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/7 Bedienung/7.5 Menü-Programme @ 4\mod_1261040640397_6.doc @ 35109 @ 23333333333333 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 57: Menu Programs

    Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the overview of the menu programs. When the HF device is switched off, the new settings will be saved automatically. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 58: Menu Program 1 "Set Language

    Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 4. Press the key for scabbing level 5/6 to change the volume. Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 59: Menu Program 3 "Moderate Coag Mode

    The selected mode is saved and displayed for 3 seconds on the bipolar coag display 29 after switching on the device. Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 60: Menu Program 5 "Forced Coag Mode

    The error number will appear on the main display 15. Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. The service manual contains further information on menu program 6. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 61: Menu Program 7 "Hide Fix Prog

    Press the power limitation key for bipolar coagulation 30/31 to adjust the post-run time in 100 ms increments (from 0-2500 ms). Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 62: Menu Program 9 "Edit Prog Names

    Press the power limitation key for bipolar coagulation 31 and the key/display for AUTOSTART 32 to delete all entries in the freely selectable HF programs (24-99). Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 63: Menu Program 10 "Restore Programs

    Press the power limitation key for monopolar cutting 3 to return to the menu programs. Pos: 40 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/8 Fehler/8 Fehler erkennen und beheben @ 4\mod_1261040652788_6.doc @ 35128 @ 1 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 64: Detecting And Correcting Errors

    • system errors • errors in the EASY monitoring Pos: 41 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/8 Fehler/8.1 System-Fehler-Anzeigen @ 4\mod_1261040656694_6.doc @ 35147 @ 232 7.1. System- errors When a system error occurs, the error indicator 18 lights up red. “INF” appears on the display “Monopolar Cut” 2 and a one to three digit error code on the display “Monopolar Coag”...
  • Page 65 Activate the output via the finger or Connection socket activated via finger foot switch one after the other. and foot switches At the end of activation a different activation signal is pending for the same socket 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 66 In the case of continuing error messages, contact the BOWA Service Dept., see Chapter Technical service, Page 72. Ensure constant system voltage. System voltage too low If necessary, connect a UPS. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 67 Chapter Technical service, Page 72. If the expected change in the tissue does not occur and no error message appears, check the parameters and the accessory connections. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 68: Errors In The Easy Monitoring

    The device's electronics messages, replace system switches off the the neutral electrode. monopolar outputs of the connection sockets 36 and Pos: 42 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/9 Aufbereitung/9 Aufbereitung @ 4\mod_1261040691288_6.doc @ 35166 @ 1 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 69: Preparation

    8 Preparation Preparation Pos: 43 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/9 Aufbereitung/9.1 Aufbereitung des Zubehörs/Desinfizieren und Reinigung @ 4\mod_1261040694772_6.doc @ 35185 @ 22 8.1. Preparation of the accessories Prepare the accessories (e.g. surgical handles, instruments, active electrodes, neutral electrodes and cables) as described in the corresponding operating manuals.

  • Page 70: Maintenance/Repair

    9 Maintenance/Repair Maintenance/Repair Pos: 45 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/10 Wartung/10.1 Wartung/10.2 Reparatur @ 4\mod_1261040702069_6.doc @ 35223 @ 232 9.1. Maintenance Check the device, the device trolley and the accessories (e.g. foot switch, cable) after each use for damage or defects. In particular, make sure that the insulation is intact on all cables.

  • Page 71: Repairs

    If a repair is necessary, have it done only by the service center specified below. Never carry out any repairs yourself. BOWA is liable for safety, reliability and performance of the HF device under the following conditions: • full compliance with all instructions regarding the installation and proper use for the intended purpose contained in this operating manual was maintained.

  • Page 72: Technical Service

    BOWA-electronic GmbH & Co. KG Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 4–10 72810 Gomaringen, Germany Phone +49 (0) 7072-6002-0 Fax +49 (0) 7072-6002-33 or visit our Web site: www.bowa-medical.com Pos: 47 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/11 Lagerung/11 Lagerung @ 4\mod_1261040711366_6.doc @ 35261 @ 1 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 73: Positioning

    -20 °C to +50 °C • Relative humidity 0 to 75%, no condensation • Atmospheric pressure: 500 to 1600 mbar Pos: 49 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/12 Technische Daten/12 Technische Daten @ 4\mod_1261040719522_6.doc @ 35299 @ 1 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 74: Technical Specifications

    11 Technical specifications Technical specifications Pos: 50 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/12 Technische Daten/12.1 Technische Merkmale @ 4\mod_1261040723569_6.doc @ 35318 @ 2 11.1. Technical specifications for the HF devices ARC 300 and ARC 350 Insulation type / Classification IEC 60601-1-2 Level of protection provided by the housing...
  • Page 75 Monitoring of the dosage, error message on the display √ Continuous self-test Continuous status indication on the display √ √ Display of operating errors on the display √ Display of system errors on the display 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 76 Service support using BOWA software Service support √ Service support integrated in the device via service programs √ Service support via ISSys Cooling √ Convection √ Temperature-controlled fan Operating mode Operating mode 10 / 30 sec ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 77 11 Technical specifications 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 78 11 Technical specifications ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 79 11 Technical specifications Pos: 51 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/12 Technische Daten/12.2 Leistungs-. Spannungs- und Stromdiagramme @ 4\mod_1261040732147_6.doc @ 35337 @ 2 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...

  • Page 80: Output, Voltage And Current Diagrams

    Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as • Diagram of power output P [W] as a a function of the "Monopolar Cut" function of the "Monopolar Cut" setting. setting (idle mode) Measured load resistance = 500 Ω ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 81 Diagram of power output P [W] as a Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as function of the "MacroCUT" setting. a function of the "Blend" setting (idle Measured load resistance = 500 Ω mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 82 Measured load resistance = 500 Ω U [Vp] Blend 0-9 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 displayed value ARC350DC_SE_080124_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the "DryCUT" setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 83 Diagram of power output P [W] as a function of the “Blend” setting for “GastroCUT Pol” The short-term peak power exceeds 400 W. However, this is still permissible since the mean value from 1 second is below 400 W. 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 84 “GastroCUT Pap” “Blend 0-9” (idle mode) The short-term peak power exceeds 400 W. However, this is still permissible since the mean value from 1 second is below 400 W. ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 85 “CardiacCUT” = 90 W/45 W U [Vp] 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 ARC350CCUT_SE_080124_3 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the "CardiacCUT" setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 86 “SimCOAG” = 120 W/60 W U [Vp] 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350SCOAG_SE_080125_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “SimCOAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 87 = 75 Ω = 120 W/60 W U [Vp] displayed value ARC350MBCOAG_SE_080124_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Moderate COAG Standard” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 88 “Moderate COAG resistance = 500 Ω Dessication 1” = 120 W/60 W • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Moderate COAG Dessication 1” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 89 Dessication 2” = 120 W/60 W resistance = 200 Ω U [Vp] displayed value ARC350MCD2_SE_080125_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Moderate COAG Dessication 2” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 90 = 500 Ω Dessication 3” = 120 W/60 W U [Vp] ARC350MCD3_SE_080125_3 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Moderate COAG Dessication 3” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 91 = 500 Ω U [Vp] 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 ARC350MCD4_SE_091217_3 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Moderate COAG Dessication 4” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 92 Measured load resistance = 30 W/15 W 125 Ω U [Vp] displayed value ARC350MMCOAG_SE_080125_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Micro Moderate COAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 93 COAG” setting (idle mode) U [Vp] 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350FCOAG_SE_080313_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Mixed Forced COAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 94 Non-cutting” setting (idle mode) Mixed” setting (idle mode) U [Vp] 1200 1000 ARC350MFCOAG_SE_080124_4 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Forced COAG Micro Cutting” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 95 = 50 W/25 W U [Vp] 4000 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350GCFC_SE_080125_2 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “GastroCUT ForcedCOAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 96 500 Ω U [Vp] 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350MSCOAG_SE_080125_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Micro Spray COAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 97 U [Vp] as a function of "Spray COAG“ connection socket 2 (idle mode) • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Argon Flex Spray COAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 98 ARC350ASCOAG_SE_080125_6 • “Argon OPEN Spray COAG II” program, connection socket 1 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Argon OPEN Spray COAG II” setting ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 99 = 500 Ω 40 W/20 W U [Vp] 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350SCFC_SE_080124_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Local Anesthesia COAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 100 500 Ω U [Vp] 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350SCSC_SE_080125_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Local Anesthesia Spray COAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 101 Measured load resistance = 500 Ω U [Vp] 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 displayed value ARC350CCOAG_SE_080124_3 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “CardiacForcedCOAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 102 Diagram of power output P [W] as a • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as function of the “Bipolar CUT” setting. a function of the “Bipolar Micro CUT” Measured load resistance = 500 Ω setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 103 “Bipolar Standard COAG” = resistance = 75 Ω 120 W/60 W U [Vp] ARC350MBCOAG_SE_080124_3 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Bipolar Standard COAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 104 Measured load resistance = 75 Ω 120 W/60 W U [Vp] ARC350BSCOAG_SE_080125_2 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Bipolar Soft COAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 105 “Micro Bipolar COAG” = 75 Ω 50 W/25 W U [Vp] displayed value ARC350BMCOAG_SE_080125_2 • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Micro Bipolar COAG” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 106 = 125 Ω = 50 W/25 W U [Vp] ARC350BNCOAG_SE_080125_2 displayed value • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Micro bipolar Neuro COAG” setting (idle mode) ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...
  • Page 107 R [Ω] for 25 Ω the setting “Bipolar LIGATION” “Effect 1-4” • Diagram of HF output voltage U [Vp] as a function of the “Bipolar LIGATION” setting (idle mode) 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
  • Page 108 R [Ω] for of the “Bipolar TUR COAG” “Effect” the “Bipolar TUR COAG” “Effect 0-9” setting (idle mode) Pos: 52 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/13 Zubehör/Ersatzteile/13 Zubehör/Ersatzteile @ 4\mod_1261040777053_6.doc @ 35356 @ 1 ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN...

  • Page 109: Accessories/Replacement Parts

    Pos: 53 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/13 Zubehör/Ersatzteile/13.1 Zubehör/Ersatzteile @ 4\mod_1261040779928_6.doc @ 35375 @ The original BOWA accessories are suitable for operation with the devices ARC 350, ARC 300, ARC 300e, ARC 200 und ARC PLUS. When using accessories made by other manufacturers, the user must ensure that they are designed for and compatible with the maximum HF peak voltage of the HF device.

  • Page 110: Emc

    Electromagnetic interference (DIN EN 60601-1-2, Table 201) The ARC 300 and ARC 350 are intended for operation in an electromagnetic environment as described below. The customer or user of the ARC 300 and/or ARC 350 should ensure that these devices are operated in such an environment.
  • Page 111 Electromagnetic resistance to interference (DIN EN 60601-1-2, Table 202) The ARC 300 and ARC 350 are intended for operation in the electromagnetic environment described below. The customer or user of the ARC 300 and/or ARC 350 should ensure that these devices are operated in such an environment.
  • Page 112 Electromagnetic resistance to interference (DIN EN 60601-1-2, Table 204) The ARC 300 and ARC 350 are intended for operation in the electromagnetic environment described below. The customer or user of the ARC 300 and/or ARC 350 should ensure that these devices are operated in such an environment.
  • Page 113 The ARC 300 and ARC 350 are designed for operation in an electromagnetic environment in which HF interference is monitored. The customer or user of the ARC 300 and ARC 350 can help to prevent electromagnetic interference by complying with the minimum clearance between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices (transmitters) and the ARC 300 and ARC 350.

  • Page 114: Disposal

    14 Disposal Disposal Pos: 57 /679-BOWA/ARC 300/350/15 Entsorgung/15.1 Entsorgung @ 4\mod_1261040829522_6.doc @ 35451 @ You must comply with the national regulations of the relevant country when you are disposing of or recycling the device or its components. Symbol Designation A device marked with this symbol must be put into the separate waste collection for electrical and electronic devices.
  • Page 115 System error indicators ........64 General safety instructions ......17 Technical specifications for the HF devices Key..............58 ARC 300 and ARC 350......74 Maintenance ............70 Volume............58 Menu programs........35, 41, 57 Monopolar modes..........25 900-350_IFU_V2.6_10296-S13-20100111-EN ARC 300 / ARC 350 Operating manual...
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