Bowa ARC 400 - Functional Test

4 Prearrangement
34 Operating Manual ARC 400 BOWA-IFU-11779-ARC400-V2.1.0-S0-EN
The following foot switch systems can be connected to the HF device:
Item no.
Designation
901-011
Single-pedal foot switch with switch
901-031
Double-pedal foot switch with switch
901-032
Double-pedal foot switch with switch and clip
4.4. Functional test
4.4.1. Auto test function
The HF device automatically performs cyclic testing during operation. If any
faults occur, see Section “Detecting and correcting faults”, page 99.
4.4.2. Functional testing
Perform the following functional test before putting the device into service:
The accessories must be designed for the specified maximum voltage.
1. Connect the neutral electrode and attach it securely to the patient’s
arm.
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The EASY neutral electrode indicator changes to green.
2. Remove the neutral electrode.
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The indicator changes to red, acoustic signals sound.
The neutral electrode used for this test may not later be used for an
operation.
3. Connect a monopolar HF handle to a monopolar socket connector if
there is a green EASY indicator and use the manual switch and
footswitch to individually activate "Cut" and "Coag".
4. Check the settings on the display.
5. Now change to the bipolar output and connect bipolar forceps.
6. Select a mode with AUTOSTART, grasp moist gauze with the forceps,
and check the display.
7. Now change to a mode without AUTOSTART and use the footswitch to
activate the bipolar output. Check the settings and indicators in the
bipolar section.