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Valleylab Force EZ - C Series - User Manual

Valleylab Force EZ - C Series
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Service Manual
Valleylab Force EZ™-C Series
Electrosurgical Generator
with Instant Response Technology

Table of Contents

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Summary

Service Personnel Safety

Safety Information

General safety guidelines and best practices for handling electrosurgical equipment.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notices

Crucial safety information regarding hazards and precautions during operation and servicing.

Fire;Explosion Hazards

Specific warnings about fire and explosion risks associated with electrosurgical procedures.

Electric Shock Hazards

Detailed information on preventing electrical shock during generator use and maintenance.

Servicing

Precautions and guidelines for safe and proper servicing of the generator.

Introduction

General Description

Overview of the electrosurgical generator's purpose, features, and capabilities.

List of Components

Identification of the main parts and internal components of the generator unit.

Instant Response Technology

Explanation of the generator's automatic resistance sensing and output adjustment feature.

REM Contact Quality Monitoring System

Information on the system that monitors patient return electrode contact quality.

Controls, Indicators, and Receptacles

Front Panel

Detailed description of controls, displays, and indicators on the generator's front panel.

Rear Panel

Explanation of the controls and receptacles located on the generator's rear panel.

Option Panel

Information about the serial and RF activation ports located on the option panel.

Technical Specifications

Performance Characteristics

Overview of the generator's general performance, dimensions, and operating parameters.

Standards and IEC Classifications

Information on the standards and IEC classifications the generator complies with.

Output Characteristics

Available power settings in watts for various modes.

Output Power vs. Resistance Graphs

Graphs illustrating output power versus load resistance for various modes.

Principles of Operation

Functional Overview

General explanation of how the electrosurgical generator functions.

REM Contact Quality Monitoring System

How the REM system monitors contact quality and prevents burns.

Control Board

Description of the Control board's functions and interfaces.

Microcontrollers

Overview of the main and feedback microcontrollers and their roles.

Power Supply;RF Board

Description of the main board containing the high voltage power supply and RF output stage.

Spark Control Circuit

Circuit that interrupts power to reduce sparking.

Setup, Tests, and Adjustments

Setting Up the Generator

Step-by-step instructions for setting up the electrosurgical generator.

Connections for Bipolar Surgery

How to properly connect accessories for bipolar surgery.

Connections for Monopolar Surgery

How to properly connect accessories for monopolar surgery.

Periodic Safety Check

Procedures for performing regular safety checks on the generator.

Testing the Generator

Procedures for verifying the generator's functionality through self-tests.

Calibrating the Force EZ-C Series Electrosurgical Generator

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the generator to ensure accuracy.

Troubleshooting

Inspecting the Generator

Initial steps to inspect the generator for obvious physical problems.

Correcting Malfunctions

Table of common malfunctions, their causes, and recommended actions.

Responding to System Alarms

Guide to interpreting system alarms and taking corrective actions.

Correcting Integrated Circuit (IC) Malfunctions

Procedures for troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions related to integrated circuits.

Correcting Battery-Backed RAM Malfunctions

Steps to troubleshoot and resolve problems with the battery-backed RAM.

Replacement Procedures

Battery

Procedure for replacing the battery for the battery-backed RAM.

Control Board

Step-by-step guide for replacing the Control board.

Display Board

Procedures for removing and installing the Display board.

Footswitch Board Assembly

Procedure for replacing the entire Footswitch board assembly.

Front Panel

Steps for removing and installing the complete front panel assembly.

Fuses

Instructions for replacing various fuses in the generator.

Power Supply;RF Board

Procedures for removing and installing the Power Supply/RF board and heat sinks.

Repair Policy and Procedures

Responsibility of the Manufacturer

Defines the manufacturer's responsibilities regarding the generator's safety and performance.

Returning the Generator for Service

Steps and information required for returning the generator for service.

Service Centers

Information on how to find worldwide Valleylab service centers.

Service Parts

Ordering Replacement Parts

Information needed when ordering replacement parts for the system.

Force EZ-C Series Electrosurgical Generator Assembly

Exploded view of the generator assembly and its numbered parts.

Generator Assembly Parts List

A comprehensive list of parts for the generator assembly with part numbers.

Power Supply;RF Board Components

List of components and part numbers for the Power Supply/RF board.

Valleylab Force EZ - C Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandValleylab
ModelForce EZ - C Series
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish