Troubleshooting Table
17-2 EarlyVue VS30 Instructions for Use
Troubleshooting Table
Use the following table to diagnose and fix monitor problems. The table describes a
monitor problem by symptom, lists possible causes and suggests actions. If you cannot
resolve a problem by using the following table, or if the table does not list the problem
you are experiencing, see your system administrator.
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Power Problems
The monitor does not turn on
with AC power, but turns on
with battery power.
The power cord is unplugged. Ensure that the power cord is
plugged into an AC power source.
Check that the locking clip is
engaged.
The power cord is broken. Replace the power cord if
necessary.
The monitor turns on with AC
power, but does not turn on
with battery power.
The battery is not charged. Charge the battery. For more
information, see “Understanding,
Charging, and Maintaining the
Battery” on page 2-7.
The power is on, but the
monitor screen is blank.
The monitor is in Standby
mode.
Press the On/Standby button to
end Standby mode.
If the problem persists, see your
system administrator.
The monitor does not
respond to the touch screen.
The touch screen is locked. On the System menu, press the
On/Standby button. If the
problem persists, see your system
administrator.
Alarm Problems
Auditory alarms do not
sound.
The monitor is in Audio Pause
mode or Audio Off mode.
Confirm audio alarms are
enabled.
The nurse call function does
not signal alarm conditions.
Alarms have been silenced. Touch the Acknowledge Alarm
button to end the Audio Off mode
or Audio Pause mode.
The phone connector is loose
or broken.
Check the physical connection to
the nurse call connector.
NBP Problems
The NBP cuff does not
inflate.
The tube or cuff is bent or
twisted.
Straighten the tube or cuff.
The tube or cuff is leaking air. Replace the cuff and ensure that
there is no air leakage in the tube.