Setting Up The Generator - Covidien Force FX Service Manual

Setting Up the Generator

Setting Up the Generator
Warning
Electric Shock Hazard
receptacle. Do not use power plug adapters.
Fire Hazard
Precaution
Do not stack equipment on top of the generator or place the generator on top of electrical
equipment (except a Valleylab Argon Gas Delivery Unit II or a CUSA EXcel unit). These
configurations are unstable and/or do not allow adequate cooling.
Provide as much distance as possible between the electrosurgical generator and other electronic
equipment (such as monitors). An activated electrosurgical generator may cause interference with
them.
Notice
If required by local codes, connect the generator to the hospital equalization connector with an
equipotential cable.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet having the correct voltage. Otherwise product damage
may result.
1. Verify the generator is off by pressing the power switch off (O).
2. Place the generator on a stable flat surface, such as a table, platform, or Covidien
cart. Carts with conductive wheels are recommended. For details, refer to the
procedures for your institution or to local codes.
Provide at least four to six inches of space from the sides and top of the generator for
cooling. Normally, the top, sides, and rear panel are warm when the generator is used
continuously for extended periods of time.
Ensure that the generator rests securely on the cart or platform. The underside of the
generator contains four rubber feet and additional holes that allow you to reposition
the feet to ensure stability. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the rubber feet from
the generator. Then, reinstall the feet in the preferred location.
3. According to the procedures used by your institution, connect an equipotential
grounding cable to the grounding lug on the rear panel of the generator. Then,
connect the cable to earth ground.
4. Plug the generator power cord into the rear panel receptacle.
5. Plug the generator power cord into a grounded receptacle.
6. Turn on the generator by pressing the power switch on (|). Verify the following:
• All visual indicators and displays on the front panel illuminate.
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Connect the generator power cord to a properly grounded
Do not use extension cords.
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