Edwards EV1000

Help and Troubleshooting
12-13
CVP Troubleshooting
Pressure Difference: ClearSight
BP vs. Other BP
HRS detached from Finger Cuff or
phlebostatic axis.
HRS not properly zeroed.
Possibly contracted arteries (due to cold
fingers).
Finger Cuff too loose.
Other BP measurement device not
zeroed.
Other BP measurement sensor incorrectly
applied.
Verify HRS placement -The finger end should be attached
to Finger Cuff and heart end should be placed at
phlebostatic axis. In case of invasive BP reference, HRS
heart end and the transducer should be at the same level.
Rezero HRS.
Warm the hand.
Reapply Finger Cuff (to a different finger) or replace
Finger Cuff with proper size.
Re-zero other BP measurement device.
Remove and reapply other BP measurement sensor.
Service Battery Battery full charge capacity has dropped
below recommended level.
Battery malfunction.
To ensure uninterrupted measurement, make certain
EV1000 NI is connected to electrical outlet.
Condition the battery (ensure a measurement is not
active):
• Connect Pump-Unit to an electrical outlet to fully
charge battery.
• Allow the battery to rest in fully charged state for at
least two hours.
• Disconnect the Pump-Unit from electrical outlet
and continue to run the system on battery power.
• EV1000 NI System will power down automatically
when the battery is fully depleted.
• Allow the battery to rest in fully depleted state for
five hours or more.
• Connect Pump-Unit to an electrical outlet to fully
charge battery.
• If the Service Battery message persists, replace
Pump-Unit.
Contact Edwards Technical Support to service Pump-Unit
battery.
HRS Expires in <4 Weeks HRS will expire in less than 4 weeks. Replace HRS to prevent delay in start of monitoring.
HRS Expires in <2 Weeks HRS will expire in less than 2 weeks. Replace HRS to prevent delay in start of monitoring.
Table 12-8 CVP Troubleshooting
Message Possible Causes Suggested Actions
SVR > SVRI Incorrect patient BSA
BSA < 1
Verify units of measure and values for patient’s height and
weight.
Enter CVP Value for SVR/SVRI
Measurements
No CVP Value Entered. Enter CVP value.
Table 12-7 ClearSight Troubleshooting
Message / Question Possible Causes Suggested Actions