Philips V26CT, V24CT manual Inspect, Exterior, Monitor, Cords

Maintenance

Monitor Maintenance

Inspect the	The following lists what to look for when inspecting the system:
System
Inspect the	1.	Examine the exterior of the unit for cleanliness and general
Exterior of the		physical condition. Ensure that plastic housings are intact, that all
Monitor		hardware is present and tight, and that there are no spilled liquids
		or other serious abuse.
	2.	Inspect connectors of the Rack and ensure that the Modules are
		locked into place and do not slide out without first releasing the
		locking plate on the bottom of the Module.
	3.	Inspect all accessories external to the system such as transducers,
		referring to the manufacturer's documentation.
	4.	Verify the backlight tube brightness is adequate. If the brightness
		is not adequate, notify your biomedical department or the Philips
		representative. Philips recommends replacement of the backlight
		tube every 18 months of continuous use.

Inspect the 1. Examine the line/power plug for damage. Ensure that the prongs

Cables andof the plug do not move in the casing.

Cords

2.Inspect the line/power cord for signs of damage. If damaged, replace the entire cord. Ensure that any new line/power cord or plug is fitted with the same polarity as the old one.

3.Inspect the interconnecting cable between the module rack and the mainframe for general condition. Examine it carefully to detect breaks in the insulation. Ensure that the cable connectors are properly engaged and that any connector screws are fully tightened.

4.Inspect the patient cables and leads and their strain reliefs for general condition. Examine cables carefully to detect breaks in the insulation and to ensure that they are gripped securely in the connectors of each end to prevent rotation or other strain.

5.Flex the patient cable near each end to verify that there are no intermittent faults.

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