Inspecting The Generator And Accessories; Service Personnel Safety - Bovie AARON 2250 Service Manual

INSPECTING THE GENERATOR AND ACCESSORIES

Before each use of the Aaron 2250, inspect the unit and all accessories to verify good working order:
• Inspect for physical damage to the generator and its connections.
• Verify that the appropriate accessories and adapters are present.
• Inspect all cords and connectors for signs of wear, damage, and abrasion.
• Verify that no error messages are displayed when the unit is turned on.

SERVICE PERSONNEL SAFETY

WARNINGS:
Hazardous Electrical Output This equipment is for operational use only by a trained, licensed,
physician. Bio-Med Technicians must also exercise caution when testing or repairing a unit.
Electric Shock Hazard Connect the generator power cord to a properly grounded receptacle. Do
not use power plug adapters.
Connect the power cord to a properly polarized and grounded power source with the frequency
and voltage characteristics that match those listed on the back of the unit.
Fire Hazard Do not use extension cords.
CAUTIONS:
Do not stack equipment on top of the generator or place the generator on top of electrical
equipment. These configurations are unstable and / or do not allow for 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.
Nonfunction of the generator may cause interruption of surgery. A backup electrosurgical
generator should be available for use.
Do not turn the activation tone down to an inaudible level. This activation tone alerts the surgical
team when an accessory (and the generator) is active.
When using a smoke evacuator in conjunction with the electrosurgical generator, place the smoke
evacuator a distance away from the generator. Set the generator's volume control (on the rear
panel) at a level that ensures all activation tones may be heard.
NOTICES:
Be familiar with the Cautions and Warnings described in this guide.
If required by local codes, connect the generator to the hospital equalization connector with an
equipotential cable. There is a equipotential connector on the rear of the unit.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet having the correct voltage. Otherwise product damage
may result.
If the following functional operational checks do not present the desired verification, refer to
Section 7, Troubleshooting or Section 8, Repair Policy and Procedures.
CAUTION:
Some of the following functional checks and procedures are for reference only and should not be
self applied to the service technician or physician.
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