Periodic Safety Check
Setup, Tests, and Adjustment
Force FX Electrosurgical Generator C Service Manual 5-17
4. Inspect the footswitch for damage.
5. Reconnect the footswitch to the generator.
Power Cord
1. Disconnect the power cord from the unit and ensure that it is unplugged from the
wall receptacle.
2. Inspect the power cord for damage.
3. Reconnect the power cord to the generator and wall receptacle.
Inspecting the Internal Components
Equipment required
• Phillips screwdriver
1. Turn off the generator.
2. Loosen the five screws that secure the cover to the chassis. Lift the cover off the
chassis. Set the cover aside for reinstallation.
3. Verify that all connectors are firmly seated.
4. Inspect each board for damaged components, wires, cracks, and corrosion.
•If you find evidence of damage on the Control board, Display board, or Footswitch
board, replace the board. Refer to Control Board Replacement on page 7-4,
Display Board Replacement on page 7-5, or Footswitch Board Replacement on
page 7-8.
• If you find evidence of damage on the Power Supply/RF board, replace the board
only if the damage is severe. Refer to Power Supply/RF Board Replacement on
page 7-26.
5. Reinstall the cover on the generator. Position the cover above the chassis and slide it
down. Tighten the five screws that secure the cover to the chassis.
Caution
The generator contains electrostatic-sensitive components. When repairing the generator, work at
a static-control workstation. Wear a grounding strap when handling electrostatic-sensitive
components, except when working on an energized generator. Handle circuit boards by their
nonconductive edges. Use an antistatic container for transport of electrostatic-sensitive
components and circuit boards.
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