Maintenance
Synergy
RF™
System Service Guide
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The pins of the device connector may be damaged if the black dots are not
aligned before the device connector is fully inserted.
The user may experience intermittent operation of the disposable RF device
(Probe) if the connector is not fully seated into the console receptacle.
5.0 Maintenance
Regular and proper maintenance of your Synergy
RF
System is the best way to protect
your investment and avoid non-warranty repairs.
Recommended care and handling of the Synergy
RF
System includes proper day-to-day
operation and cleaning, which are extremely important to ensure safe and efficient
operation. It is important to visually inspect the foot pedal, accessory devices, cable and
connectors before each use.
Your authorized Arthrex service department is the most knowledgeable about the
Arthrex Synergy
RF
Systems, accessory devices and foot pedals and will provide
competent and efficient service. Any services and/or repairs done by any unauthorized
repair facility may result in reduced performance of the instruments or instrument
failure.
5.1 Periodic Maintenance
The product should be inspected prior to and after each use to ensure that the
there is no damage. If it becomes necessary to return the console or accessory
devices to Arthrex for service, please clean them before shipping. If fluid or
particles splash on the display, clean it with a micro-fiber cloth by gently wiping
in a circular motion.
A Field Service Preventative Maintenance Inspection Form can be found at the
end of this manual.
Annual calibration and/or preventative maintenance tests are NOT required
for the use of the Synergy
RF
system. Preventative Maintenance tests are
performed at the discretion and requirements of the facility.
5.2 User’s Manual (DFU-0221-XX)
The Synergy
RF
User’s Manual is supplied with each system, and provides
additional operation information.