PRELIMINARIES Revision Record All revisions incorporated in this copy of the manual must be recorded below. Revision Issue Date By (Signature) Remarks Date Inserted 03/98 ——— ——————- First Issue 247901 Issue 1 March 1998...
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Read and understand this manual before attempting to service or repair the equipment. This manual is intended to be used only by qualified Huntleigh Healthcare service technicians. In the event that the manual is provided to a customer in response to customer requirements, the customer is advised not to attempt repairs and to direct any required service to qualified Huntleigh Healthcare service technicians.
INTRODUCTION About This Manual ® This manual contains information on servicing the AC550 Flowtron Excel system which consists of the pump and a pair of garments. The manual is sectioned with tabbed dividers for ease of use and consists of the following sections.
General Description system is a specially designed non-invasive system for the Flowtron Excel prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The application of external pneumatic compression has two effects : Augments venous blood flow velocity, thereby reducing stasis, and Enhances fibrinolytic activity to reduce the risk of early clot formation. system is comprised of a pressure regulated pump unit and Flowtron Excel a pair of calf or thigh length, single patient use garments.
Technical Description The pump is an electromechanical unit designed to supply compressed air to the garments while controlling the inflation time and pressure. In addition, an electronic module monitors pressure and fault conditions only. It is independent of the control system, and functions independent of thepump pressure.
OPERATIONAL MAINTENANCE Routine Checks These procedures should be carried out each time the system is used. Inspect the pump unit for external damage to case, controls, and connections. Inspect power cord for damage or twisting, and replace if necessary. Check that the control knob is set to the recommended setting of 40 mmHg.
TROUBLESHOOTING ® pump unit has both an audible and a visual alarm. If a Flowtron Excel problem occurs, the system will sense the fault and briefly flash a message on the display. It will not alarm immediately in order to screen out false alarms due to normal patient movement.
Service Mode Checks Service mode gives additional information on the type of alarm fault. To access the service mode, hold the Single Leg button down for approximately 13 seconds. The unit will then ‘beep’ and the red LED on the top panel will be constantly displayed.
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3.0.0.1 Fault Codes and Counter Measures 247901 Issue 1 March 1998...
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Preventive maintenance should be carried out every 12 months. WARNING Before dismantling the pump unit, ensure unit has been isolated from the power supply by removing the cord plug from the wall outlet. CAUTION : Static Sensitive Devices This pump should only be opened by personnel trained in ESD methods and with appropriate equipment and anti-static protection.
4.1.2 General Service - Pump Initial Assessment (Visual) Check: Enclosure condition Fittings for damage and security Labelling is secure and legible Open pump and check: Wiring security and terminations are secure Tubing security and integrity Component fastenings are secure General condition inside is clean Open compressor and check: Bellows assembly condition Silencer bag weld seams...
Inaccuracy of the pressure display - see Section 4.4 Pressure Display Calibration. Use the following procedure to check the pump: Hold the Single Leg button down until display changes to Service Mode resolution (see Section 3.2). Set control knob to 12 o’clock position. Ensure garments are connected to both outputs.
Pressure Display Calibration ® utilizes a precise and accurate pressure management Flowtron Excel system which is not expected to require re-calibration until after several years of continuous use. The measurement system automatically handles any adverse effects due to drift or temperature change and should not require any user intervention.
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WARNING : DURING CALIBRATION AC POWER VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT With the pump switched Off and disconnected from the power supply, remove the top cover as detailed in Section 4.1.1 Carefully disconnect the two tubes attached to the pressure transducer and attach a suitable piece of spare tubing to one of the ports of the transducer, leaving both the other end of the tube and the other transducer port disconnected.
With the pump displaying ‘C7’, reapply 70 mmHg to the tubing and press the Single Leg button, ensuring that the pump beeps and the display changes to ‘CC’. 10. Press the Single Leg button ensuring the display shows 70 ± 2 mmHg. Switch the pump off and disconnect from the power supply.
Unscrew and remove securing nuts on side of compressor casing. Remove valve body from compressor body. Replacement is reverse of above procedure. Note that the compressor can be replaced as a complete assembly if required. Disconnect the silencer bag outlet tubes from the four-way connector. Disconnect the compressor electrical leads from the terminal block main PCB.
SERVICING THE PUMP Replacing the Main Printed Circuit Board Remove the two screws located towards the rear of the PCB. Unclip the three electric connectors located at the rear left hand side of the board. Remove the PCB by sliding it backwards. Disconnect the buzzer electrical connection located at the right hand side of the PCB.
Replacing Display PCB Having removed the two securing screws of the front panel assembly as described earlier, the Display PCB is now visible. Simply remove the six screws and lift out. Replacement is reverse of above procedure. Replacing the Electrical Supply On/Off Switch Disconnect the electrical connections, squeeze together the retaining flanges located at the top and bottom of the switch body and push the switch through the front panel.
5.11 Replacing the Pressure Control Assembly Carefully peel the face label from the front panel and place to one side. Unscrew and remove the four countersunk securing bolts and nuts. Disconnect all tubing attached to the assembly. Replacement is reverse of the above procedure. Ensure that the pressure control spring and rivet are in position before securing pressure control to front panel.
5.14 Buzzer Replacement Disconnect connector CON1. Cut wires from existing buzzer mounted on base. Fit replacement buzzer onto a clear base area close to the front of the pump ensuring that the lead is able to reach and fit onto CON1. Use Cyanoacrylate 495 adhesive to bond the sounder’s copper side to the plastic case.
TECHNICAL DATA Pump Model Number AC550 Size 3.5 x 10.5 x 4.5 inches Weight 5.5lbs Pressure Range 30 - 60 mmHg ± 5 mmHg Cycle Time Inflation 12 seconds (approx.) Deflation 48 seconds (approx.) Indicators 2-digit 7-segment red LED that indicates: -garment pressure in 5 mmHg steps -fault conditions (HI, Lo, F) Single garment amber LED...
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