Troubleshooting Esis - Arrow AutoCAT 2 Series Operating Manual

8 . T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g
8 . 1 : C o m m o n O p e r a t i o n a l P r o b l e m s
Problem Possible Cause(s)
Absent or poor ECG Cable connected
ECG waveform improperly
Poor ECG lead contact
Incorrect lead selected
ECG source improperly
selected
Electrodes placed on
patient improperly
Intermittent or Inappropriate trigger
absent flashing mode selected
heart or white
trigger bands ECG Gain affected by ESIS
interference

Troubleshooting ESIS

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TROUBLESHOOTING ESIS
Corrective Actions
Make sure the ECG cable is connected to
the correct connector on the AutoCAT
(Section 5.1)
• Check electrode-to-skin contact;
• Check connections at lead tip and
• Check ECG source and change if
Check electrode placement (leads may
be placed on the posterior aspect across
the shoulder axis if necessary); check
lead selection
Change trigger mode
Consider using MAN GAIN
reattach electrodes if necessary
cable junctions; repair if necessary
needed
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