Service Mode; Correcting Malfunctions - Covidien Valleylab LS10 User Manual

Correcting Malfunctions

Indicators
White color system status
indicator illuminated and
flashing

Service Mode

Service mode functionality requires an external PC and manual command entry. See
service manual for details. When the system is in service mode, the system status indicator
will illuminate white and flash. Cycle power to exit service mode.
Correcting Malfunctions
If a solution is not readily apparent, use the table below to help identify and correct specific
malfunctions. After you correct the malfunction, power cycle the generator, confirm the
self-test completes, and returns to ready state as described in Chapter 3, System Setup.
Situation
Abnormal neuromuscular
stimulation (stop surgery
immediately)
4-4
Description
System in service mode
Possible Cause
Metal-to-metal sparking
Abnormal 50 Hz-60 Hz
leakage currents
Valleylab LS10, LS Series Single Channel Vessel Sealing Generator
Actions
Cycle the power to exit service mode.
Solution
Check all connections to the
generator and LigaSure
instrument and cords for
damage.
Contact your biomedical
engineering department or a
Covidien Technical Service
representative for assistance.