General Troubleshooting Guidelines
7-2 Force FX Electrosurgical Generator C User’s Guide
General Troubleshooting Guidelines
If the Force FX-C generator malfunctions, check for obvious conditions that may have
caused the problem:
• Check the generator for visible signs of physical damage.
• Make sure the fuse drawer is tightly closed.
• Verify that all cords are connected and attached properly.
• If an error code is displayed, turn the generator off, then on again.
If the malfunction persists, the generator may require service. Contact your institution’s
Biomedical Engineering Department.
Correcting a REM Alarm Condition
To correct a REM alarm condition, follow these steps:
1. Verify that the patient return electrode cord is correctly connected to the generator.
2. Inspect the plug, cord, and the connection of the cord to the return electrode. If you
find evidence of excessive wear, cracks, breaks, or other visible damage, replace the
return electrode and/or the cord.
3. Verify that the return electrode is in contact with the patient, per the package
instructions for applying the return electrode.
4. If the REM alarm persists:
If you are using a REM Polyhesive patient return electrode, apply another REM
electrode. Refer to Applying Additional Patient Return Electrodes on page 7-3.
or
If you are using a patient return electrode without the REM safety feature, apply a
new patient return electrode and/or use a backup generator to complete the surgical
procedure.
When you correct a REM alarm condition, the generator is enabled and the REM Alarm
indicator changes as described below:
• If you are using a REM Polyhesive patient return electrode, the indicator illuminates
green.
• If you are using a patient return electrode without the REM safety feature, the red
indicator light is extinguished.
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