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13-8 Maintenance
Maintenance
Inspect the
System
The following lists what to look for when inspecting the system:
Inspect the
Exterior of the
Monitor
1. Examine the exterior of the unit for cleanliness and general
physical condition. Ensure that plastic housings are intact, that all
hardware is present and tight, and that there are no spilled liquids
or other serious abuse.
2. Inspect connectors of the Rack and ensure that the Modules are
locked into place and do not slide out without first releasing the
locking plate on the bottom of the Module.
3. Inspect all accessories external to the system such as transducers,
referring to the manufacturer's documentation.
4. Verify the backlight tube brightness is adequate. If the brightness
is not adequate, notify your biomedical department or the Philips
representative. Philips recommends replacement of the backlight
tube every 18 months of continuous use.
Inspect the
Cables and
Cords
1. Examine the line/power plug for damage. Ensure that the prongs
of the plug do not move in the casing.
2. Inspect the line/power cord for signs of damage. If damaged,
replace the entire cord. Ensure that any new line/power cord or
plug is fitted with the same polarity as the old one.
3. Inspect the interconnecting cable between the module rack and
the mainframe for general condition. Examine it carefully to detect
breaks in the insulation. Ensure that the cable connectors are
properly engaged and that any connector screws are fully
tightened.
4. Inspect the patient cables and leads and their strain reliefs for
general condition. Examine cables carefully to detect breaks in the
insulation and to ensure that they are gripped securely in the
connectors of each end to prevent rotation or other strain.
5. Flex the patient cable near each end to verify that there are no
intermittent faults.