=Balieylab. Service Manual ForceTriad™ Energy Platformce ‘This manual and the equipment it describes are for use only by qualified medical professionals tained in the particular technique and surgical procedure to be performed, Its intended as a guide for servicing the Valleylab ForceTsiad™ energy platform only: Additional user information is available in the ForceTriad™ User's Guide Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Equipment covered in this manual ForceTriad™ energy platform ‘The ForceTriad Energy Platform Service Manual cousists of two parts—the text (part 1 of 2) and a schematics supplement (part 2 of 2), which contains the schematics, Valleylab Part Number 945 103 122 Effective Date January 2006 Trademark acknowledgements. ForceTriad™, LigaSure™, LigaSmart™, Smart™, REM™, TissuFect™, \Valleylab™, Force FX™, Force EZ™, Force Argon™, Force GSU™, SurgiStat™, EDGE™, Aceu\Vae™, and PolyHesive™ are trademarks of Valleylab. Patents pending. Manufactured by Valleylab a division of Tyco Healthcare Group LP Boulder, Colorado 80301-3299 USA For information call 1-303-530-2300 European representative ‘Tyco Healtheare UK Lid. Gosport, POLS OAS, UK, Made in USA, Printed in USA. ©2006 Valleylab All rights reserved, Force Tried Service ManualConventions Used in this Guide Indicates a potently hazardous situation which, f not avolded, could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which, not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Notice Indicates a hazard vhich may result in product damage. Important Indicates an operating tip or maintenance suggestion. ForceTriad Service ManualWarranty ‘Valleylab, a division of Tyco Healthcare Group LP, warrants each product ‘manufactured by it to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period{s) set forth below. Valleylab’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at its sole option, of any product, or part thereof, which has been returned to itor its Distributor within the applicable time period showa below after delivery of the product to the original purchaser, and which examination discloses, to Valleylab’s satisfaction, that the product is defective. This warranty does not apply to any product, or part thereof, which has been repaired or altered outside Valleylab’s factory in a way so as, in Valleylab’s judgment, to affeet its stabshty or reliability, or which has been subjected to misuse, neglect, or accident ‘The warranty periods for Valleylab products are as follows: Force Triad Energy Platform (One year from date of shipment Electrosurgical Generators (One year from date of shipment LigaSure Vessel Sealing System One year from date of shipment LigaSure Reusable Instruments One year ror date of shipment Mounting Fixtures (all models) One year om date of shipment Footswitches (all models) One year from date of shipment Force Argon Units One year trom date of shipment Optimum Smoke Evacuator ‘Two years fom date of shipment LLigaSure Sterile Single Use Items _Sterlity only as stated on packaging Sterile Single Use Items Sterity only as stated on packasing Patient Return Electrodes ‘Shelf life only as stated on packaging ‘This warranty isin lieu ofall other Warranties, express or implied, including ‘without limitation, the warranties of merchantability and finess for a particular purpose, and of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Valleylab. ‘Valleylab neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for it any other Kability in connection with the sale or use of any of Valleylab’s products Notwithstanding any other provision herein or in any other document or communication, Valleylab’s liability with respect to this agreement and products sold hereunder shall be limited to the aggregate purchase price forthe goods sold by Valleylab to the customer. There are no Warranties which extend beyond the tems hereof. Valleylab disclaims any liability hereunder or elsewhere in connection with the sale ofthis product, for indirect or consequential damages. Force Tried Service ManualThis warranty and the rights and obligations hereunder shall be construed under and governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, USA. The sole forum for resolving disputes arising under or relating in any way to this watranty is the District Court of the County of Boulder, State of Colorado, USA, Valleylab, its dealers, and representatives reserve the right to make changes in equipment built and/or sold by thet at any time without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on equipment previously built and/or sold by them, ForceTriad Service Manual=Palleylab. Force Triad Service ManualConventions Used in this Guide Warranty. Chapter 1. ForceTriad Energy Platform Overview and General Features ForceTriad Energy Platform Front Panel. Introduction. Parts Shipped un List of Components. System Conventions. Touchscreens. Common Symbols ven, Power Modes.. Monopolar Modes. Bipolar Mode esses LigaSure Mode... Chapter 2. Patient and Operating Room Safety General Setting Up the ‘System. Fire/Explosion Hazard. Energy Platform sss Active instruments Pacemakers and ICDs After Surgery Monopolar. Inadvertent Radio Frequency RF) Burns Bipolar... LigaSure. “ LigaSure in Laparoscopic Procedures... Servicing. SUN COPS soe en Procedures Where Conductive Fluid is Introduced into the Surgical Site. Laparoscopic Procedures... Chapter 3. System Setup StU ae Before Startup Powering Up the Force Triad Energy Platform, SYStEM FUNCLIONS ssseseneersem ‘Adjusting Display Brightness Activation LOQ semen Restore. SOUP svn ForceTriad Service Manual viiChapter 4. Technical Specifications Performance Characteristis mmm General . . Dimensions and Welght sn Operating Parameters. Transport and Storage nnn Internal Memory, Audio Volume. Activation Tone wu Alarm Tone... REM Contact Quality Monitor Autobipolar Duty Cycle Low Frequeney (50/60 Hz) Leakage Current. High Frequency (RF) Leakage Current Input Power Power Cord Specification... Input Frequency. Input Current.. Backup Power: Eaquipotential Ground Connection ECG Blanking — Standards and IEC Classifications. Class | Equipment (IEC 60601-1)... Type CF Equipment |EC 60801-1)Defbriltor Proof. Liquid Spillage. . Votage Transients (Emergency Energy Platform Mains Transfer). Electromagnetic Compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC 60601-2-2) Output Characteristics... Maximum Output for Bipolar, Monopolar, and LigaSure Modes... Output Power vs. Resistance Graphs Monopolar Graphs rnin lh Chapter 5. Principles of Operation Block Diagram. Functional Overview. TiesuFect Tissue Sensing Technology wm REM Contact Quality Monitoring System... High Voltage Dc (HVDC) Power Supply Principles of Operation RF Principles of Operation... REM. Autobipolar ns Leakage Current Monitor ‘Sensor Circuit Steering Relay PCBA Principles of Operation. viii Force Triad Service ManualCircuit Descriptions for the Force Triad Display PCBA. Hotlink Transceiver U1 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Driver Inside the FPGA U28 Touchscreen Driver wm. LCD Brightness DAC Control Barcode Driver smn PCBA ID Transmitte Power SUPBIY wns Footswiteh/Audio PCBA Circuitry Description smn Overview, Power Supplies... Communications. Footswitch Data... Expansion Port DAC Data. Flash Memory... Isolated Footswitch and Expansion Port Cireuty.. Controller PCBA.... . Controller Block Diagram... Digital Signal Processor (DSP) Controlled Data Converters... Interface Control Logic PLD... External Peripherals... Chapter 6. Setup, Tests, and Adjustments Setting Up the Generator. Periodic Safety Check sn Recommended Test Equipment. . Inspecting the Generator and Accessories. Inspecting the intemal Components. Verifying REM FUnCtiON sn Checking High Frequency Leakage Current. Calibrating the ForceTriad Generator Chapter 7. Troubleshooting Inspecting the ForeeTriad Energy Platform Responding to System Errors System Error Descriptions sums Non-Recoverable Error Descriptions. Chapter 8. Replacement Procedures Fuse Replacement wu Battery Replacement... . Low Voltage Power Supply (LVPS) Replacement. Footswitch/Audio PCBA Replacement Controller POBA Replacement. High Votage Dc (HVDC) PCBA Replacement Front Panel Replacement... ForceTriad Service ManualRF PCBA Replacement Steering Relay PCBA Replacement Display PCBA Replacement Barcode Scanner Replacement. Output Receptacle Replacement Chapter 9. Repair Policies and Procedures Responsibility of the Manufacturer. Routine Maintenance Cleaning .. Product Service. sn sa Returning the Energy Platform for Service. Adjustment to Factory Specification (Calibration). Software Upgrades Service Centers... se Chapter 10. Service Parts Ordering Replacement Parts. Chassis Assembly.. Shield PCBAs.. Front Panel. Display LCD PCBA. Steering Relay PCBA. Receptacles RF PCBA ann Footswitch/Audio PCBA. HVDC PCBA.... Controller PCBA Cable Assemblies... x Force Triad Service ManualForceTriad Energy Platform Overview and General Features This chapter provides an overview of the features and functions of the ForceTriad eneray platform. Read all warnings, cautions, and instructions provided with this system before Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided with electrosurgical instruments before use. Specific instructions for elactrosurgical instruments are ‘ot Included in this manual. ForceTriad Service Manual 14ForceTriad Energy Platform Front Panel ForceTriad Energy Platform Front Panel ‘Monopolar1 and accessory touchscreen Monopolar2andbipolartouchscreen Ligure and system ray touchscreen : \ =— Tote A ay tT vole \ Th opus | be swich es EM patentretun rope meplie Monopolar { instrument receptacle electrode receptacle Bipolarinstrument receptacle _Ligasure Dreceptace Introduction ‘The ForeeTriad energy platform is designed to provide RF energy for monopolar and bipolar surgical applications and tssue-fusion spplieations. It features three touchscreen user interfaces, and has the ability to sutomatically detect handsets and configure the generator accordingly. Safety and disanostic functionality inelude automatic fail-safe fetions 1-2 Force Tried Service ManualParts Shipped Parts Shipped List of Components When you unpack the ForceTriad energy platform, verify that the following parts have been shipped: + PoreeTriad energy platform + Power cord (110V) + Monopolar footswiteh adapter eable + User's guide + Service manual + Schematics supplement + Quick reference guide The ForeeTriad energy platform is a self-contained unit, consisting of a main enclosure (cover and base) and power cord, The main components of the generator are the following: + Front panel components + Rear panel components ‘+ Internal components Details about the interaction of the main components and PCBA descriptions are provided in Chapter 4, Principles of Operation. ForceTriad Service Manual 13 seimjee, feiauep pue ‘MaINENO WHONe|d ABIOUN peUL e104‘System Conventions System Conventions Touchscreens ‘The ForceTriad energy platform features a user-ftiendly interface with three touchscreens that allow the user to control system functions. The active touchscreen or touchscreens will illuminate, and the unavailable touchscreens vill dim, Common Symbols symbol Name Description Page UpiPage Down Scroll through blocks of options that eannot be displayed on a single Uprdown ‘Pressing once increases/decreases the associated valve selection by ‘one or moves highlighted selection up/down one line. Pressing and holding scrolls upidowa. NewtBack Progresses/Regresses to the next sereen. Back Space ‘Regresses one character, 000 <> <> 14 Force Tried Service ManualSystem Conventions ‘Symbol Name Bipolar Mute OniOft Description ‘Turn on/off the audio tones produced by the system that indicate the increase or decrease of current during a bipolar procedure cancel Cancels caren! sreen and tua othe previous sere, eer ‘Accpis and initnes current selections, yen Tay “The syste way contains controls at allow yout acess and aust system stings eli eten righness and Main Menu options Brightness och selesion of this buiton ajuss te sveeabnighiness tothe nest ofthe ce available brighiness setings. When maxiqnm bihtness {breached next selection resets ote lest right seta Went Selesing accesses the Main Men, which provides user-selected O eptons for language, appearance, and operation. ForceTriad Service Manual 15 seimjee, feiauep pue ‘MaINENO WHONe|d ABIOUN peUL e104Power Modes Power Modes As a safety feature to prevent unexpected power delivery spikes, simultaneous activation of multiple instruments is not possible on the ForceTriad energy platform, Monopolar Modes ‘The ForceTriad energy platform produces five different modes of power output. Cut Modes Pure cut provides a clean, precise cut in any tissue with little or no hemostasis. Blend cut isa conventional blended waveform that provides slower cutting and additional hemostasis. Valleylab Mode ‘The Valleylab mode delivers optimized energy to provide controlled hemostasis ‘with minimal thermal spread during tissue division. The Valleylab mode function is only available when using Valleylab mode-enabled instruments. Coag Modes Pulgurate coagulates tissue by sparking from the active electrode, through air, to the patient tissue, Since sparks may spray unpredictably from the electrode during fulguration, using fulguration for delicate tissue or in confined areas can complicate surgery. Accidental sparking to adjacent areas can occur as tissue at the surgical site dries and becomes more resistant to current dlow. Spray delivers optimum fulguration; penetration is shallower and the tissue area is larger than with the fulgurate mode, Bipolar Modes ‘Three bipolar modes are available: low standard, and masrobipolr. Low delivers precision and fine control over the amount of desiccation, Standard is conventional bipolar output at low voltage. Macro (macrobipolas) may be used for bipolar cutting or rapid coagulation, over remains constant over a wide range of tissue types. Autobipotar ‘The autobipolar feature senses tissue impedance between the two bipolar electrodes, then uses the impedance information to automatically start or stop bipolar RF energy delivery. Optionally. the user may choose between footswitch start and auto start, or program a delay between auto start and RF activation, 16 Force Tried Service ManualPower Modes LigaSure Mode The LigaSure tissue fusion mode can be used on arteries, veins, and lymphatics up to and including 7 mm in diameter and tissue bundles. This system provides precise energy delivery and electrode pressure to vessels for & controlled time period to achieve a complete and permanent fusion of the vessel lumen. The system has been optimized to produce minimal sticking, charring or thermal spread to adjacent tissue. LigaSure Instruments The LigaSure instruments that complete the ForeeTriad tissue fusion system include multiple reusable and single use instruments for open and laparoscopic procedures. Each reusable instrument requires a corresponding single use electrode. The LigaSure function is only available when using Valleylab LigaSure instruments, ForceTriad Service Manual 17 seimjee, feiauep pue ‘MaINENO WHONe|d ABIOUN peUL e104=Palleylab. Force Triad Service ManualPatient and Operating Room Safety The safe and effective use of electrosurgery depends to a large degree upon factors solely under the control of the operator. There is no substitute for a properly trained and vigilant surgical team. It is important that the operating instructions supplied with this or any electrosurgical equipment be read, understood, and followed. Electrosurgery has been used safely in millions of procedures. Before starting any surgical procedure, the surgeon should be trained in the particular technique and surgical procedure to be performed, should be familiar with the medical literature related to the procedure and potential complications, and should be familiar with the risks versus the benefits of utilizing electrosurgery in the procedure. ForceTriad Service ManualGeneral General Setting Up the System es Electric Shock Hazard Connect the system power cord to a properly grounded power receptacle. Do not use power plug adapters. Fire Hazard Do not use extension cords, Patient Safety Use the energy platform only if the power-up self-test has been completed as described in this manual, otherwise inaccurate power outputs may result When using a smoke evacuator in conjunction with the ForceTTriad energy platform, place the smoke evacuator at a distance from the energy platform and ‘setthe eystem volume control at a level that ansures thatthe activation tones can be heard, ‘Connect only Valleylab-approved footswitches. Using footswitches from other manufacturers may cause equipment malfunction Hazardous Electrical Output This equipment is for use only by trained, licensed physicians. Do not use electrosurgical equipment unless propery trained to use Ii ‘specific procedure being undertaken. Use of this equipment without such training can result in serious, unintended patient injury, including bowel perforation and Unintended, reversible tissue necrosis. ‘Always use the lowest power setting that achieves the desired surgical effect. “The active elactrode should be ullized only for the minimum time necessary in order to lessen the possiblity of unintended burn injury. Accidental and Unintended burn injury has occurred during procedures in small surgical fields and on small appendages. Pediatric apelications andor procedures performed ‘on small anatomic structures may require reduced power setings. The higher the Current flow and the longer the current is appiea, the greater the possibilty of Unintended thermal damage to tissue, especially during use on small structures, Do not wrap the instrument cords or patient return electrode cords around metal ‘objects. This may induce currents that could lead to shocks, fres, or injury tothe patient or surgical team, Electric Shock Hazard Do not connect wat instruments to the energy platform, Ensure that al instruments and adapters are correctly connected and that no ‘metal is exposed at any connection points Confirm proper power settings before proceeding with surgery. Ifthe proper power settings are not Known, set the power to a low setting and cautiously Increase the power unt the desired effect is achieved, If increased power settings are requested, check the patient return electrode and all Instrument connections before mejor power setting adjustments. 22 Force Tried Service ManualGeneral ‘Contact between the active electrode and any metal wil greatly increase current. flow and can result in unintended surgical effect While using electrosurgery, the patient should not be allowed to come into direct contact with grounded metal objects (e.g., surgical table frame, instrument table, ttc.) If this is not possible during certain procedures (e.., those in whieh noninsviated head frames are used), use extreme caution to maximize patient safety: + Usa the lowest power setting that achieves the desired effect + Place the patient return electrode as close to the surgical ste as possible. + Place dry gauze between the patient and the grounded object if possibe. + Continually monitor the contact point(s) + Do nat use metal needle monitoring electrodes, Read all warnings, cautions, and instructions provided with this energy platform before using Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided with electrosurgical instruments before using. Specific instructions for electrosurgical instruments are not Included in this manual For surgical procedures where the current could flow through delicate parts ofthe body, the use of bipolar techniques may be desirable in order to aveid unwanted coagulation, Exarrine all instruments and connections tothe system before Using. Eneure that the instruments function as intended. improper connection may resuttin arcs, ‘sparks, instrument malfunction, or unintended surgical effects, Do not tum the activation tone down to an inaudible level, The activation tone alerts the surgical team when the energy platform is delivering RF energy. ‘Annon-funetioning ForceTriad eneray platform may cause interruption of surgery ‘A backup system should be available for use. ‘Studies have shown that smoke generated during electrosurgical procedures can 'be potentially harmful to patients ang the surgical team. These studies recommend adequately ventilating the smoke by using @ surgieal smoke evacuator or other means * Inadvertent activation may occur while installing, removing, or bending electrodes. Ensure thatthe instrument cord is not connectad to the ForceT‘iad ‘energy platform or that the system Is OFF, 1. US. Department of Heath and Human Services. National Instute for Occup jar Safety and Health (NIOSH). Contral of Smoke fiom LaserElectne Surgical rocedures. HAZARD CONTROLS, Publoation No. 96-128, Sepember, 1996. ForceTriad Service Manual 23 ‘hayes woo Bunezedo pue enedGeneral Notice Connect the power cord to a property grounded power receptacle having the correct voltage. Othenvise, product damage may result, Important {required by local codes, connect the energy platform to the hospital equalization connector with an equipotential cable. FirelExplosion Hazard Danger: Explosion Hazard Do not use electrosurgery in the presence of, flammable anesthetics, Fira Hazard Do not place active instruments near or in contact with fammable materials (such as gauze or surgical drapes). Electrosurgical instruments that are activated or hot from use can cause a fire. When notin use, place electrosurgical Instruments in a safety holster or safely away from patients, the surgical team, ‘and flammable materials 24 Force Tried Service ManualGeneral Fire Hazard Sparking and heating associated with electrosurgery can be an ignition source. Keep gauze and sponges wet. Keep electrosurgical electrodes: ‘away from flammable materials and oxygen (02) enriched environments. Use of electrosurgery in O2 rich environments increases the risk of fre. ‘Therefore, take maasures to reduce the O concentration at the surgical ste. ‘Avoid enriched O2 and nitrous oxide (N20) atmospheres near the surgical ste. Both Op and N20 support combustion and may result in fires and burns to patients or surgical personnel. It possible, stop supplemental oxygen at least one minute before and during use of electrosurgery eo not activate the energy platform until lammable vapors from skin prep ‘Solutions and tinctures have dissipated ‘Avoid the accumulation of naturally occurring flammable gases that may ‘accumulate in body cavitias such as the bowel Prevent pooling of flammable fuids and the accumulation of fammable or ‘oxidizing gases or vapors under surgical drapes or near the surgical site. Tissue buildup (eschar) on the tip of an active electrode may create embers that pose a fire hazard, especially in oxygen enriched environments. Keep the electrode clean and free ofall debris. Facial and other body hairs flammable, Water soluble surgical lubricating jelly ‘may be used to cover hair close to the surgical site to decrease fammabilty Verity that all anesthesia circult connections are lask free before and during use of elactrosurgery. Fire Hazard During Oropharyngeal Surgery Verity endotracheal tubes are leak free and that the cuff seals properly to prevent ‘oxygen leaks. Ian uncutfed tube is in use, pack the throat with wet sponges around the Uncuffed tube, and be sure to keep sponges wet throughout the procedure ‘Question the need for 100% 02 during oropharyngeal or head and neck surgery. necessary, scavenge excess 0, with separate suction Energy Platform Each instrument receptacle on this eneray platform is desianed to accept only ‘one instrument at atime. Oo not attempt to connect more than one instrument at a time into @ receptacle. Doing so will cause simultaneous activation of the instruments. Follow the instructions provided with electrosurgical instruments for proper connection and use. Do not stack equipment on top of the eneray platform or place the energy platform on top of electrical equipment. This is an unstable configuration and does not allow for adequate cooling ForceTriad Service Manual 25 ‘hayes woo Bunezedo pue enedGeneral Provide as much distance as possible between the energy platform and other lectronic equipment (such as monitors). Do not cross or bundle electronic device cords. This energy platform may cause interference with other electronic. equipment. Active instruments Inspect instruments and cords for breaks, cracks, nicks, and other damage before avary use. If damaged, co not use. Damaged instruments or cords may result in injury or electrical shock to the patient or surgical team. Pacemakers and ICDs Use electrosurgery and tissue fusion with caution in the presence of intemal or extemal pacemakers. Interference produced by the use of electrosurgical devices can cause a pacemaker to enter an asynchronous mode or can block the pacemaker effect entirely. Consult tne pacemaker manufacturer or hospital Cardiology department for futher information when use of electrosurgery or tissue fusion appliances is planned in patients with cardiac pacemakers. Ifthe patient has an implantable carcioverter cefiorilator (ICD), contact the ICD. ‘manufacturer for instructions before performing an electrosurgical or tissue fusion procedure. Electrosurgery or tissue fusion may cause multiple activations of IeDs. After Surgery es Electric Shock Hazard Always tum off and unplug the energy platform before cleaning, Do not reprocess, reuse or resteriize instruments labeled “diszosable” or “single use only.” Do not claan the energy platform with abrasive claening or disinfectant compounds, solvents, or other materials that could scratch the panels or damage. the energy platform. 26 Force Tried Service Manual‘Monopolar Monopolar ‘Simultaneously activating suction/irigation and electrosurgical current may result in increased arcing atthe electrode tip, burns to unintended tissues, or shocks ‘and burns to the surgical team, ‘Some surgeons may elect to "buzz the hemostat" during surgical procedures. tis not recommended, and the hazards of such a practice probably cannct be eliminated. Bums to the surgeon's hands are possible, To minimize the risk take these precautions + Do not ‘buzz the hemostat’ with a needle electrode, + Do not lean on the patient, the table, or the retractors while buzzing the hemostat + Activate cut rather than coag. Cut has a lower voltage than coag, + Firmly grasp as much of the hemostat as possible before activating the eneray platform. This disperses the current over a larger area and minimizes the current concentration atthe fingertips. "Buzz the hemostat” below hand level (as close as possible to the patient) to reduce the opportunity for current to folow alternate paths through the surgeon's hanes. + Use the lowest power setting possible forthe minimum time necessary to achieve hemostasis. + Activate the energy platform after the instrument makes contact withthe hemostat. Do not arc to the hemostat + When using a coated or nonstick blade electrode, place the edge of the electrode against the hemostat or other matal instrument ForceTriad Service Manual 27 ‘hayes woo Bunezedo pue enedMonopolar Patient Return Electrodes Co Do not attempt to use patient return electrodes that clsable the REM system. The ForceTriad energy platform's contact quality monitoring system wil function correctly only with REM patient return electrodes. Any other patient return electrode products may cause patient injury or product damage. ‘The safe use of monopolar electrosurgery requires proper placement of the Patient return electrode. To avold electrosurgical burns beneath the patient return lectrode, follow al directions on the procuet package for proper return electrode placement and use. (Do not cut a patient retum electrode to reduce its size. Patient burns dus to high currant density may resut. A patient return electrode is not necessary in bipolar or LiaaSure procedures. ‘To avoid patient burns, ensure thatthe patient retum electrode fly and completely contacts the skin. Alvays check the patient reium electrode periodically and after tne patient Is repositioned and during procedures involving long periods of activation, Use of duty cycles greater than 26% (10 seconds active followed by 30 seconds Inactive) wil inerease the risk that neat build-up under a return electrode may be high enough to injure the patient. Do not continuously activate for longer than one minute. Inadvertent Radio Frequency (RF) Burns Electrodes and probes used with monitoring, stimulation, and imaging devices (or similar equipment) can provide a path for high frequency current even ifthe electrodes or probes are isclated at 50-60 Hz, insulated, andlor battery operated, Do not use needles as monitoring electrodes during electrosurgical proceciures. Inadvertent electrosurgical burns may result. ‘To rediuce the risk of an inadvertent electrosurgical burn atthe electrode or probe. site, place the electrode andlor probe as far away a8 possible from the electrosurgical site andlor patiant return electrode. Protective impedances (resistors or RF inductors) installed in the monitoring leads may racuce the risk of such burns. Consult the hospital biomedical engineer for further information, 28 Force Tried Service ManualBipolar Bipolar LigaSure In some circumstances, the potential exists for alternate site burns at points of skin contact (e.g, between the arm and the side of the body). This occurs when electrosurgical current seeks a path to the patient retum electrode that includes the skin-o-skin contact point. Currant passing through small skin-io-skin contact points is concentrated and may cause a burn. This is trus for ground referenced and isolated output electrosurgical energy systems. ‘To reduce the potential for alternate sits bums, do one or more of the following: + Avoid skin-o-skin contact points, such as fingers touching leg or knee touching knee when postioning the patient. + Place insulation, such as dry gauze or towel, between contact points to ensure that contact does not occur + Position the patient return electrode to provide a direct current route between the surgical site and the retum electrode which avoids skin-to-skin contact areas + In adition, place patient retum electrodes according to the manufacturer's instructions. Bipolar instruments must be connected to the bipolar instrument receptacle only. Improper connection may resul in inadvertant system activation, LigaSure instruments are intended for use ONLY with the Valleylab ForceTriad ‘energy platform and the Valleyiab LigaSure vessel sealing system. Use of these Instruments wtn other Valleyiab generators or with generators produced by other ‘manufacturers could result in injury to the patient or surgical team, or cause damage to the instrument. It the seal cycle complete tone has not sounded, an optimal seal may not have been achiaved, Reactivate the RF energy untl a seal complete tone is heard. “The LigaSure tissu fusion function has not been shown to be effective for tubal sterlzation or tubal coaguiation for sterlization procedures, Do not use this function for these procedures, Use caution during surgical cases in which patients exhibit certain types of vascular pathology (atherosclerosis, aneurysmal vessels, etc.), For best results, apply the seal to unaffected vasculature ForceTriad Service Manual 29 ‘hayes woo Bunezedo pue enedLigaSure Do not activate the energy platform In the LigaSure mode untl the tissue fusion instrument has been applied with the proper pressure. Activating the energy platform before this is cone wil result in an improper seal and may increas thermal spread to tissue outside the surgical ste TTisaue fusion requires the application of RF energy and pressure from the Instrument. Tissue to be sealed must be firmly grasped between tne instrument. Jaw electrodes. Tissue in the jaw hinge or outside the instrument jaw will not be ‘sealed even ifthermal blanching occurs. Do not use LigaSure instruments on vessels in excess of 7 mm in diameter. LigaSure instruments that require single use electrodes must be used vith the correct electrode type. Use of thase instruments with any other electrodas could result in injury tothe patient or surgical team, or cause damage tothe instrument. ‘Conductive fluids (e.g, blood or ealine) in direct contact with LigaSure Instruments or in close proximity may carry electrical currant or heat, which may cause unintended surgical effects or bums. Energy based devices, such as electrosurgical pencils or uitrasonic scalpels, that are associated with thermal spread should not be used to transect seals. ‘Avoid placing fingers in the handle ratchet mechanism. Injury to the user may result LigaSure in Laparoscopic Procedures ee For laparoscopic procedures, be alertto these potential hazards: «The extemal surfaces of the LigaSure instrument jaws may remain het enough to cause bums after the RF current is deactivated. + Inadvertent activation or movement ofthe activated LigaSure instrument Cutside ofthe field of vision may result in injury tothe patient + Do not activate the instrument vile the instrument jas are in contact with, or in close proximity to, other instruments including metal cannulas, as localized bums to the patient or physician may occur. + Do not activate the LigaSure function in an open circut concitton. Activate the energy platform only when the instrument is near or in direct contact with the target tissue to recluce the possibilty of unintended bums, + Carefully Insert and withdraw LigaSure instruments from cannulas to avold possible damage to the devices and/or Injury to the patient. 2-40 Force Tried Service ManualServicing Servicing Shunt Cords Electric Shock Hazard Do not remove the energy platform cover. Contact ‘authorized personnel for service Notice Refer to this system's service manual for maintenance recommendations and funetion and output power verification procedures. ‘Some surgical instruments (e g., colonoscopes) may allow substantial leakage ‘current that could burn the surgeon. Ifthe instrument manufacturer recommends. the use of a shunt cord (s-cord) to dlract the currant back to the energy platform, you must also use a Valleylab E0507-B adapter. To avoid a REM alarm. you ‘must use a REM patient return electrode with the E0807-8 adapter. Procedures Where Conductive Fluid is Introduced into the Surgical Site ‘When this energy platform Is used in procedures where conductive Muld (saline or lactated ringers) Is introduced into the surgical site for distention or to conduct RF current, higher than normal currents (greater than one amp) may be produced. In this situation, use one or more adult-size retum electrodes, Do not use raturn electrodes labeled for children, infants, bables, neonatal use, or peclatric use, Use of duty cycles greater than 25% (10 seconds active followed by 30 seconds: inactive) will increase the risk that heat bulld-up under a retum electrode may be high enough to injure the patient. Do not continuously activate for longer than one. minute ForceTriad Service Manual 244 ‘Aajeg wooy Buyesedo pue yuanedLaparoscopic Procedures Laparoscopic Procedures For laparoscopic procedures, be alert to these potential hazarcs: + Laparoscopie surgery may result in gas embolism due to insulation of gas in the abdomen «The electrode tip may remain hot enough to cause bums after the electrosurgical current s deectivated + Inadvertent activation or movement ofthe activated electrode outside of the field of vision may rasutin injury to the patient. + Localized burns to the patiant or physician may result from electrical currents carried through conductive objects (such as cannulas or scopes). Electrical current may be generated in conductive objects through direct contact with the active electrode, orby the active instrument (electrode or cable) being in close proximity to the conductive objact. + Do not use hybrid trocars that have @ nonconductive locking anchor placed over a conductive sleeve. For the operative channel, use all metal or all plastic systems. At no time should electrical eneray pass through hybrid systems. Capacitive coupling of RF current may cause unintended burns. + When using laparoscopic instrumentation with metal cannulas, the potent exists for abdominal wall bums to occur cue to direct electrode contact or capacitive coupling of RF current. Ths is most likely to occur in instances ‘where the energy platform is activated for extended periods at high power levels inducing high current levels in the cannula, + Ensure that the insulation of single use and reusable laparoscopic instrumentation is intact and uncompromised, Compromised insulation may Jad to inadvertent metal-o-metal sparking and neuromuscular stimulation ‘andlor inadvertent sparking to acjacent tissue. + Do not activate electrodes wile in contact with other instruments as Unintended tissue injury may occur (Do not activate the energy platform In an opan circuit condition. To raduce the chances of unintended burns, activate the energy platform only when the active electrode is near or touching the target tissue. + Use the lowest power setting that achieves the desired surgical efect and use a low voltage waveform (Pure Cut, Valeylab, or Fulgurate) to lessen the potential for the creation of capacitive currents. + Carefuly Insert and withdraw active electrodes rom cannulas to avoid possible injury tothe patient or damage to the devices, Valleylab recommends against the use of laparoscopic surgery on pregnant patients 242 Force Tried Service ManualSystem Setup This chapter describes the how to set up the energy platform, turn it on, and configure system settings. Read all warnings, cautions, and instructions provided with this system before use, Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided with electrosurgical instruments before use. Speci instructions for electrosurgical instruments are not included in this manual. ForceTriad Service Manual 34Setup Setup System Functions Before Startup 4. Verify the system is ff by pressing the power switch off (0. 2. Place the energy platform on a flat, stable surface such as a table, platform, boom system, or Vallaylab cart. Carts with conductive wheels are recommended. Refer to the procedures for your local institution or your local codes. 3. Plug the system power cord into the rear panel receptacle, 4. Plug the system power cord into a grounded power receptacle Powering Up the Force Triad Energy Platform 41. Tum on the system by pressing the power switch on (| ). Observe the following during the power-up self test ‘+ The ForcelIriad logo will appear on all three screens. +A starus bar indicates activity + Anhourglass icon indicates activity after the status bar disappears + A.tone will sound upon completion of seftest 2, Ifthe system does not pass the power-up self test, refer to the Troubleshooting chapter. Adjusting Display Brightness ‘The ForceTriad energy platform screens have three levels of brightness. Touch, the brightness icon on the right side of the right touchscreen to adjust the display brightness. Activation Log ‘The Activation Log allows the user to view the last 1000 activations and REM alerts. 4. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchscreen. The Main Menu display will appear in the let touchscreen, 2. Touch Activation Log in the Main Memu, The activation log will appear on the center touchscreen, 3, Touch the single up or down arrows to the right ofthe activation log to seroll through the log one line ata time. 4. ‘Touch the green arrow button on the bottom right comer of the Main Menu sereen to retum the ForceTriad energy platform to the previous setup configuration. The last settings will be displayed. 32 Force Tried Service ManualSystem Functions Restore Selact the Restore button in the Main Menu to restore the ForeeTriad energy platform to the previous setup configuration. The touchscreens will display the Jast settings entered prior to shutting the system off Setup The Setup menu allows the user to change the language that the system touchsereens display, set the time and date, and enable or disable the autobipolar mode. Language Setup 41. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchsereen. The Main. ‘Menu display will appear in the left touchscreen 2. Touch Setup in the Main Menu. The Setup display will appear in the left touchscreen, 3, Touch Language in the Setup menu, A list of languages will appear in the left touchscreen. 4, ‘Touch the single up or down arrows tothe right ofthe list to scroll through the list one line ata time, ‘Touch the double up or down arrows to scroll through the list one page at a time. 5, Touch the desired language, A confirmation box will appear and request the user to confirm that a language change is desired. 6. To proceed with the language change, touch the green check mark button. The language will be activated and the confirmation box will close. ‘To reject the language change, touch the red ‘will return to the previously selected lang button. The language setting 7. Touch the green arrow button to return to the Setup menu, 8. Touch the green arrow button below the Setup menu to return to the Main Menu, Time and Date Setup 1. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchsereen. The Main. ‘Menu display will appear in the left touchscreen 2. Touch Setup in the Main Menu. The Setup display will appear in the left touchscreen, 3. Touch the Time and Date button in the Setup menu. The Time and Date display wall appear in the let touchscreen, 4, Touch the desired numeric field (minutes, seconds, month, day, or year) to select that field, ForceTriad Service Manual 33 jag wayshg‘System Functions '5. Touch the up or down arrows next tothe time or date row to adjust the selected numeric fel. Touch and hold the arrows to increase the number once per second. After four seconds, the numbers will inerease once per 100 milliseconds, 6. Touch the green check mark button to store the date and time information and return to the Setup menu, ‘Touch the red “X° button to return the time and date to the previous settings and return to the Setup menu, 7. Touch the green arrow button below the Setup menu to retum to the Main Menu. Enable(Disable Autobipolar 4. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchscreen. The Main Menu display will appear in the let touchscreen, 2. Touch Setup in the Main Menu. The Setup menu will appear in the left touchsereen, 3, Ifthe Autobipolar mode is not enabled, the Autobipolar button shall display “Enable AutoBipolar’. Touch the Enable AutoBipolar button to enable the autobipolar mode. the Autobipolar mode is enabled, the Autobipolar button shall display “Disable AutoBipolar’. Touch the Disable AutoBipolar button to disable the autobipolar mode. 4. ‘Touch the green arrow button below the Setup menu to return to the Main Menu. 34 Force Tried Service ManualSystem Functions Demo Mode Demo mode Is Intencied for demonstration or testing purposes only, emo moce Js not intanded for clinical use. 44. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchsereen. The Main ‘Menu display will appear in the left touchscreen. Enable Demo Mode 41. In the Main Menu, the Demo mode button will display ‘Enter Demo” if the system is not in Demo mode. Touch the Enter Demo mode button to begin, ‘Demo mode, The system operating displays will appear in all the touchscreens ‘with the words ‘DEMO MODE: Not for Clinical Use’ on all three sereens. 2. Proceed with any practice or demonstration scenarios. While in Demo mode, the REM alarm and the dual instrument error alarm are deactivated but RF power will still be delivered. NOTE: In Demo Mode the generator will nt sense Instrument type, so the appropriate tab must be selacted manually for the connected instrument 8. To exit Demo mode, either tam the system off and restart it, or follow the steps in the exit Demo mode section below: Exit Demo Mode 41. Touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touehser ‘menu display will appear in the leit touchscreen. 2, In the Main Menu, the Demo mode button will display ‘Exit Demo" ifthe system is in Demo mode. Touch the Exit Demo button in the Main Menu to exit the Demo mode. The system touchscreens will display the last settings entered during the Demo mode. ForceTriad Service Manual 35 ‘imag wayshg=Palleylab Force Triad Service Manualf Technical Specifications Alll specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice. A specification referred to as “Typical” is within +20% of a stated value at room temperature (77°F/25°C) and a nominal line input voltage Read all warnings, cautions, and instructions provided with this system before use, Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided wit electrosurgical instruments before use, Specific instructions for electrosurgical Instruments are ‘not Included in this manual. ForceTriad Service Manual 44Performance Characteristics Performance Characteristics General Output configuration Cooting Display Connector ports Mounting, Isolated output Natural convection and fan Three LCD touchscreens LED illuminated Smart connector readers + ForeeTriad cart (FT800), Universal Mounting cart (UC8008), andior the UC8O10 Overshetf + operating room boom systems + any stable, at surface such as a table or cart top Dimensions and Weight wiath: 1B inches, Depth 20 inches Height 10 inches Weight 30 pounds 42 Force Tried Service ManualPerformance Characteristics Operating Parameters ‘Ambient temperature Relative humiaity ‘Atmospheric pressure Warm-up time Transport and Storage ‘Ambient temperature range Relative humidity ‘Atmospheric pressure Duration of storage Internal Memory Nonvolatile, battery backed RAM Storage capacity #10°C to 440°C 20% to 78% non-condensing 700 milibars to 1060 milibars It transported or stored at temperatures outside the ‘operating temperature range, allow one nour for the ‘energy platform to reach room temperature before use, (0% to 90% (non-condensing) £600 milibars to 1080 milibars ‘The ForceTriad energy platform may be stored indefinitely. ifthe energy platform is stores for over cone year, the memory battery must be replaced. Battery type: Lithium Battery Ite: 120 mah + 286 KB ForceTriad Service Manual 43 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayAudio Volume Audio Volume ‘The audio levels stated below ae for activation tones cut, Valleylab, coag bipolar, and LigaSure modes) and alarm tones (REM and system alarms) ata distance of one meter. Activation Tone Volume (adjustable) 451065 488 Frequency cut 660 Hz Valieyiab: 200 Hz Cong: 40 He Bipolar: 940 Hz UgaSure: 440 Hz Duration Continuous while the system is activated Alarm Tone Volume (not 265 6BA adjustable) Frequency REM: 660 He Regrasp: 986 Hz ‘Seal Complete: 985 H2 ErroriSystem Alert: Beep tone ranging trom 1400 Hz 07100 He Duration REM: Two 1/2 second tones separated by 1/2 second for each REM event Regrasp: Three 1/2 second tones high, low, high ~ ‘separated by 1/2 second ‘Seal Complete: Two 1/2 second tones separated by 1/2 second foreach Seal Complete event ErroriSystem Alert: Two 1/2 second tones separated by 1/2 second for each Error/System Alert event a4 Force Tried Service ManualAudio Volume REM Contact Quality Monitor Interrogation frequency 140 kHz + 10 kHE Interrogation current <50 uA Interrogation voltage <12V RMS, Acceptable Resistance Range REM resistance measurements are + 10% during RF activation and + 5% when [RF output is not activated [REM patient retum electrode: $ to 135 obms or up to a 40% increase in the initial ‘measured contact resistance (whichever is less). ‘the measured resistan fault condition occurs is outside the acceptable range(s) noted above, a REM REM Alarm Activation REM patient return electrode: When the measured resistance exceeds the standard range of safe resistance (below $ ohms or above 135 ohms) or when the initial measured contact resistance increases by 40% (whichever is less), the REM alarm indicator enlarges and flashes red and yellow, a tone sounds twice, and RF output is disabled. The indicator remains illuminated red and yellow until you correet the condition causing the alarm, Then, the indicator illuminates green and RF output is enabled. Autobipotar The ForceTriad eneray platform is equipped with an autobipolar feature that allows for automatic activation of bipolar energy. The autobipolar specifications Interrogation frequency G0 kHz + 10 kHz Interrogation current <50uA Interrogation voltage < 12V RMS. Activation impedance 200te 5000 ForceTriad Service Manual 45 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayAudio Volume Deactivation Impedance User selectable: 1, 500.0, 1, 800.0, 2, 000.2. or 2,200 Measurement Accuracy 10% of Full Scale activation Impedance while keying active {5% of Full Seale activation impedance while keying inactive Keying Delay User selectable in 600 msec increments from O sec to 2.5 sac Duty Cycle ‘Under maximum power settings and rated load conditions, the FoceTviad energy platform is capable of operating a duty eyele of 25%, defined as 10 seconds active and 30 seconds inactive, in any mode fora period of 4 hours Use of cuty cycles greater than 25% (10 seconds active folloved by 30 seconds inactive) wil increase the risk that heat build-up under a return electrode may be high enough to injure tne patient. Do not continuously activate for longer an one: minute. Low Frequency (50/60 Hz) Leakage Current current, ground open <0 HA Normal polarity intact ground: < 10 WA, Source current, patient Notnal polaiy, round open: < 50 yA leads, all outputs Reverse polatity, ground open: <50 pA Mains voltage on applied part: < 80 WA Sink current at high Tine, all inputs ene 46 Force Tried Service ManualAudio Volume High Frequency (RF) Leakage Current Bipolar RF leakage <59.2 MA ns current Monopolar RF leakage < 150 MA ars current LigaSure Leakage 132 mA ForceTriad Service Manual 47 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayAudio Volume Input Power 100-120 Volt 220-240 Volt Maximum VA at nominal line voltage: Maximum VA at nominal ine voltage Ile: $2 VA Iele: 52. VA Bipolar: 450 VA Bipolar: 480 VA cut: 924 VA cut: $24 VA oag: 830 VA Coag: 630 VA Input mains voltage, full regulation Input mains voltage, full regulation range: 80=132 Vae range: 208-284 Vac Input mains votage, operating range: Input mains voltage, operating range 85-192 Vee 170-264 Vac Mains current (maximum): Mains current (maximum): Idle: 0.44 Iolo: 0.24 Bipolar: 20, Bipolar: 1.0. cut: 70 curs.5A Coag 40.8 Coag: 20.4 LigaSure: 5.0.4 Ligasure: 2.54 Mains ine frequency range (nominal): Mains line requency range (nominal): 50 10 60 He, 50 to 60 Hz Fuses (2): mmx 20mm 8A, 250 Fuses (2): 5 mm x20 mm 8A, 250 fast blow fast blow Power cord: 3-prong hospital grade Power cord: 3-preng locally approved connector connector Power Cord Specification ‘This unit was equipped from the factory with a 110 VAC hospital srade NEMA 5-15 power cord, Should the AC power cord need to be replaced to match another plug configuration, the replacement plug/cable/receptacle configuration must meet or exceed the following specifications: 100-420 VAC Cable - SIT16/3, IEC color code, maximum length 15 ft (Sm) Plug-minimom 10 A- 125 VAC Unit receptacle - IEC female, minimum 10 A ~ 125 VAC 220-240 VAC Cable - HOSVVF3G1.0 VDE, maximum length 15° (5 meters) Plug minimum 6 A - 250 VAC Unit receptacle - IEC female, minimum 6 A - 250 VAC 48 Force Tried Service ManualAudio Volume Input Frequency The ForceTTriad eneray platform operates within specification at all line input frequencies between 48 Hz and 62 Hz. The User does not need to reconfigure the ForceTriad energy platform for different line frequencies Input Current The ForceTTriad energy platform draws no more than 10A at any Line input voltage, Backup Power The ForeeTvad energy platform retains ll user programmed features, calibration, snd statistical data when switched off and unpluaged. The Forcelriad eneray platform operates within specification when switched over to a supplied line power by hospital backup systems. Equipotential Ground Connection ‘An equipotential ground connection is provided to allow connection of the Forceliiad energy platform to ground, ECG Blanking An ECG blanking port is provided to signal other devices that the ForceTriad energy platform is active. The receptacle is a 2mm mono jack. Its electrically isolated from the internal ground referenced electronics with the shell electrically connected to the chassis for ESD protection, ForceTriad Service Manual 49 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayStandards and IEC Classifications Standards and IEC Classifications ATTENTION Consult accompanying documents The generator output is floating (isolated) with respect to ground. DANGER Explosion risk ifused with flammable anesthetics. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ‘Nom-Tonizing Radiation Classified with respect to electrical shock, fire, mechanical, and other specified hazards only in accordance with UL60601-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1. Class | Equipment (IEC 60601-1) Accessible conductive parts cannot become live in the event of a basic insulation failure because of the way in which they are connected to the protective earth conductor, Type CF Equipment (IEC 60801-1)/Defibrillator Proof ‘This generator provides a high degree of protection against electric QD) stock: particle regarding allowable leakage curents. 13s type CF isolated (floating) output and may be used for procedures involving the heart ‘This generator complies with the ANSVAAMI HF 18 specifications for ‘defibrillator proof” designation and IEC 60601 Liquid spillage ‘The ForceTriad energy platform is constructed so that liquid spillage in normal use does not wet electrical insulation or other components, which when wetted are likely to adversely affect the safety of the equipment, 4.40 Force Tried Service ManualStandards and JEC Classifications Voltage Transients (Emergency Energy Platform Mains Transfer) The ForceTTriad enerzy platform continues to operate normally with no errors or system failures when transfer is made between line AC and an emergency energy platform voltage source, (IEC 60601-2-2 sub-clause $1.101 and AMI HF18 sub- clause 4.2.2) Electromagnetic Compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC 60601-2-2) This generator complies with the appropriate IEC 60601-1-2 and 60601. specifications regarding electromagnetic compatibility. Notice “The ForceTriad generator should not be used aojacent to or stacked with ‘equipment other than specified in the ForceTriad generator user guide and ‘service manwal. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the ForceTriad {generator should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in \Which twill be used, ‘The Force'Triad generator intentionally applies RF energy for diagnosis or {reatment during activation. Observe other electronic medical equipment in the vicinity during the Force'Triad generator activation for any possible adverse electromagnetic effects. Ensure adequate separation of electronic medical ‘equipment based on observed reactions, ‘The use of accessories, other than specified n the ForceTriad generator user {guide and service manual, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the ForceTriad generator. The ForceTriad energy platform meets the following requirements: amunity (IEC 60601-1-2 Sub-Clause 36.202 and IEC 61000- Radiated Immunity (IEC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36.202.2 and IEC 61000: ESD h Electrical Fast Transient/Burst (IBC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36,202.3.1 and IEC 61000-4-4) 2 sub-clause 36.202.3.2 and IEC 61000 Surge Imamunity (IEC 60601. Emissions (IEC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36.201.1, IEC 60601-2-2 sub-clause 36 and CISPR 11 Class A) Harmonie distortion (IEC 60801-1-2 sub-elause 36.201.3.1 and IEC 61000-3-2) Conducted disturbances (IEC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36.202,6 and IEC 61000-4-6) Power frequency magnetic fields (IEC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36,202.8.1 and IEC 61000-4-8) Voltage dips, short interruptions and variations (IEC 60601-1-2 sub-clause 36.202.7 and IEC 61000-4-11) ForceTriad Service Manual ant suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayStandards and IEC Classifications Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions. The Fors ‘Triad generator is intended for use in th the user of ine ForceTriag generator should assure that itis used in sucn an environment, tromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or ‘emissions IECS1000-3-3 Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment - ‘guidance RF emissions Group 2 ‘The ForceTriad generator must emit CISPR 11 ‘lectromagnetic energy in order to perform is intended function. Nearby ‘electronic equipment may be affectec RF emissions: Class A ‘The ForceTrlad generator Is suitable CISPR 11 {or use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly Harmonie emissions Class A connected to the public low-voltage 1EC 61000-3-2 power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. Voltage fluctuations! fcker Complies 442 Force Tried Service ManualStandards and JEC Classifications Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic Immunity ‘The ForceTriac generator is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the ForceTriad generator should assure that Its used in such an environment Immunity test Ec 60601 test | Compliance level Electromagnetic environment « level ‘guidance Electrostatic discharge | +-6kV contact | +-8kV contact | Floors should be wood, concrete or (E80) abe kV aie iakvair | S2Faiie tle, Iffoors are covered wth IEC 61000-4-2 synthetic material, the relative humidity ‘should be st least 30%, Electrical fast transienv burst IEC 6 1000-4-4 +12 KV Tor power supply lines ht KY for input output lines | +1 KY for input! ‘output lines. Mains power quality should be that of @ typical commercial or hospital environment, suge setvatterental | 41 kValterental | Maine powercusty shui be ato rec Etsooes wove woes | tote commercial Orhespta enaronnent sickveonmon | 41-2kv commen rose nose votege Gos shor aur __———— ° © 1000 2000 2000 4000» 5000 Load Resistance (ohms) Peak voltage versus impedance {or Pure power Peak Voltage oSB88888888 Load Resistance (ohms) CCutput power versus power ‘setting for Pure power Sm 2 = wo & 2 ow 3 ® ° Power Setting 4.20 Force Triad Service ManualOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs Peak vottage versus power setting for Pure power ‘Output power versus impedance for Blend power Peak voltage versus impedance for Blend power Output power (nats) Peek Voltage Peak Voltage BESEES 28s Power Seting Load Resistance (ohms) a8 oo momma Load Resistance (ohms) ForceTriad Service Manual 424 ‘suoqeoyloads leoluyoa)Output Power vs. Resistance Graphs Cutput power versus power ‘setting for Bland power z = g 2 3 Poner Settng Peak votage versus power ‘setting fo Bland power 10 0 ‘0 & = a 109 ° Q @ ‘00 19 0 Pone Seting Cutout power versus impedance for Fulgurate power “40 120 Z 100 = £6 3 gz 0 6 2 ° o 1000 2000 000 4000 Load Resistance (ohms) 4.22 Force Triad Service ManualPeak voltage versus impecance for Fulgurate power ‘Output power versus poner seting for Fulgurate power Peak voltage versus power setting for Fulgurate power tage 3 Output power (wat Peak Voliage Output Power vs. Resistance Graphs Load Resistance (ohms) » » ° Power Setting . =m © w 10 1 Power Setting ForceTriad Service Manual 4.23 ‘suoqeoyloads leoluyoa)Output Power vs. Resistance Graphs (Output power versus impedance {or Spray power 2 EB 2 s ° ° Load Resistance (ohms) Peek votage versus impedance for Spray poner s © 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 2000 0000 Load Resistance (ohms) Cutout power versus power ‘setting for Spray power 1 ‘zo Zz = 8 _ = 40 3 2» ° 0 0 2 «640 680100120 Power Setting 4.24 Force Triad Service ManualOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs Peak vortage versus power setting for Spray power ‘Output power versus impedance for Valleylab power Peak voltage versus impedence for Valleyiab power Output power (wats) Peak Votage Peak Voltage o 888888838 o 7 8 © © 1 12 Power Setting [NT Load Resistance (ohms) tt a ° 10002000 00000000 Load Resistance (ohms) ForceTriad Service Manual 4.25 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs (Output power versus power setting {or Valleylao power 2 & ° © 10 10 200 Power Seting Peek voltage versus power seting for Valeyied power ‘x0 1000 a) & 20 o ” 0 aD Power Setting 4.26 Force Triad Service ManualOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs (Output power versus impedance for Bipolar Low power Peak voltage versus impedance for Bipolar Low power (Output power versus power setting for Bipolar Low power Bipolar Graphs Output power (wets) Peak Votage Output power (wats) Load Resistance (ohms) 290 sm to 1800200 Load Resistance (ohms) os8esegass © ° 0 Power Setting 2500 ForceTriad Service Manual 4.27 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs Peak voltage versus power setting {or Bipolar Low power Peak Volage ° 2 «© © 0 Power Setting Cutout power versus impedance {or Bipolar Standard power Output power (vas) Load Resistance (ohms) Peak voltage vereus Impedance for Bipolar Standard power Peak Voltage Po o8 88888 8 RN Load Resistance (ohms) 4.28 Force Triad Service ManualOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs (Output power versus power setting for Bipotar Standard power Peak votage versus power setting for Bipolar Standard power ‘Output power versus impedance for Bipolar Macro power uput power wats) Peak Votage Output power (vets) * @ 7 #0 x 2 ° Power Setting 10 10 100 cs © © » ° ° 2 ” © o Power Setting eeseezssé Load Resistance (ohms) ForceTriad Service Manual 4.29 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoayOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs Peak voltage versus Impedance for Bipolar Macro power = “7 2 wo 3 & . SMMIANSS UNFIT 38) a Load Resistance (ohms) Cutput power versus power seting for Sipoer Necro power « & go a) BS a oS ZB » 3 ° over Sting Peak votage versus power sting for Bipolar Mecro power £ 3 Power Setting 430 Force Triad Service ManualOutput Power vs. Resistance Graphs (Output power versus impedance for LigaSure power Peak voltage versus impedence for LigaSure power Current versus impedance for Ligasure power Output power (wats) Peak Votage Current mm Load Resistance (ohms) 00 ——— Load Resistance (ohms) Load Resistance (ohms) ForceTriad Service Manual 431 suoqeayisadg jeotuyoay=Palleylab Force Triad Service Manualf Principles of Operation This chapter provides detailed information about how the ForceTriad energy platform functions and how the internal components interact. This chapter includes the following information: + A block diagram that illustrates how the energy platform functions + A general description of how the generator works + Detailed descriptions of the circuitry for the printed PCBAS ForceTriad Service ManualBlock Diagram Block Diagram 52 Force Tried Service ManualFunctional Overview Functional Overview The ForceTriad electrosurgical generator system is a combination of full- featured general surgery electrosurgical unit and a LigaSure vessel sealing system, The monopolar and bipolar sections of the ForceTTiad are isolated electrosurgical outputs that provide the appropriate power for cutting, desiccating and fulgurating tissue during monopolar and bipolar surgery. The LigaSure section of the ForceTriad provides power for vessel sealing During monopolar electrosurgery, radio frequency (RF) current flows from the generator to an active electrode, which delivers the eurrent to the patient. The resistance to the current, provided by the patient's tissue and/or the air between the active electrode and the tissue, produces the heat that is necessary for the surgical effect. The RF current flows from the active electrode, through the patient's body tissue to the retumn electrode, which recovers the current and retums it to the generator, The LigaSure vessel sealing system provides precise eneray delivery and electrode pressure to vessels for a controlled time period to achieve a complete and permanent fusion of the vessel lumen. TissuFect Tissue Sensing Technology ‘The ForceTTriad generator automatically senses resistance and adjusts the output voltage to maintain 2 consistent tissue effect across different tissue impedance, ‘This adjustment is based on the selected mode, the power setting, and the level of tissue resistance. REM Contact Quality Monitoring System The ForceTriad generator uses the Valleylab REM Contact Quality Monitoring system to monitor the quality of electrical contact between the patient return electrode and the patient. The REM system is designed to minimize the risk of burns at the return electrode site during monopolar electrosurgery. When you connect a REM patient return electrode to the Patient Return Electrode receptacle, you activate the REM system. When you activate monopolar output, ‘the generator connects the patient return electrode path. Ifyou activate bipolar output while a retum electrode is connected to the patient, the retum electrode circuit is deactivated automatically to eliminate the possibility of current dispersal ‘The REM system continuously measures resistance at the return electrode site and compares it to a standard range of safe resistance (between S and 135 obs), thus ‘minimizing intermittent false alarms that could result fom small changes in resistance. The REM system also adapts to individual patients by measuring the initial contact resistance (baseline resistance) between the patient and the patient retum electrode. Ifthe tissue impedance atthe retumn electrode decreases during clectrosurgery. the REM system resets the baseline resistance. ForceTriad Service Manual 53 uuogelado yo sajdiouudHigh Voltage DC (HVDC) Power Supply Principles of Operation REM Alarm Activation ‘The REM Alarm indicator flashes red, atone sounds, and the generator stops producing output power when either ofthe following occurs + ‘The measured resistance is below 5 olims or above 135 ohms, the limits of the standard range of safe resistance. ‘+ Am increase in contact resistance is greater than 40% from the initial ‘measurement (baseline resistance), ‘The REM Alarm indicator remains illuminated red until you correct the condition causing the alarm, Then, the indicator illuminates green and RF output is enabled, Electrodes Without the REM Safety Feature Return electrodes without the REM safety feature should not be used on the ForeeTriad energy platform, High Voltage DC (HVDC) Power Supply Principles of Operation ‘The HVDC power supply will regulate an output DC voltage to a desired level that is proportional to a 0 10 SV analog logic signal ealled Voltage Control (ECON). The AC input range is SSVAC to 26{VAC with line frequencies from ATH 10 63H12, The HVDC can be simplified into two sections, the AC section and DC section. ‘The AC section rectifies the AC input into the rectified +Bus and —Bus voltages. For line voltages of 1S0VAC or less, the rectified AC voltage is doubled. The rectified voltage is monitored and will be flagged ifthe voltage starts to drop too low or ifthe rectified voltage exceeds 400VDC. As a safety feature, the HVDC vwill be shut down when it exceeds 400VDC. The AC section also incorporates a soft start circuit that will reduce the inrush AC current at power up. The DC section is a phase-shifted full-bridge typology and uses a Pulse Width, Modulator (PWM) from Texas Instruments, part number UCC389S. For information on this particular typology, the data sheet (available at ti.com) for this part contains a full dialogue of the theory of operation, The DC section ‘consists of limits that help protest the HVDC from fault conditions, These limits include over voltage, over current, over power, and short circuit. Each limit sends a flag to the controller card if it is triggered and will shut down the HVDC. Another feature of the HVDC is an active discharge circuit; this circuit will place load across the output. This allows the output of the HVDC to discharge quickly xno matter what the load sttached to the HVDC. 54 Force Tried Service ManualRF Principles of Operation RF Principles of Operation The primary purpose of the ForceTriad RF PCBA is to convert the DC voltage coming fom the HVDC PCBA into a 470 KHz RF signal that is sent to the Steering Relay PCBA to be distributed to the appropriate output, A push-pull typology is used to accomplish this voltage conversion. Two gate drive signals, that are 180° out of phase are used to drive the high voltage Field Effect Transistors (FETS), called T ON and T ON 180. The gate drive signals tur on each of the FETs at opposite times to deliver a waveform at the specified power requested from the user. The RF PCBA is capable of several different outputs ranging from 5.5Arms in LigaSure tissue fusion modes to over 7KVpp in coag ‘modes. Relays throughout the RF PCBA switch in the appropriate tuning clements required to achieve these various outputs. Primary and redundant sense cirouite detect the RF output voltage and current. An accurate scaled dawn AC voltage representative of each of these is sent to the Controller PCBA, which in tm will keep the output at levels appropriate for the ‘mode in use, Four sense relays per cireuit correspond to specific modes and ‘witch in Voltage dividers tuned to divide the output signals to levels that are ‘manageable for the Controller card. Three relays per voltage sense cireuit divide down the output voltages from 425Vpk - 5000Vpk to around 1Vpk, depending on ‘the mode selected by the user. The current sensors use 1 relay per circuit this relay kicks in for currents higher than 1Arms, The sensor signals are passed through a multiplier which uses a gain control signal from the controller card, ‘After this multiplier stage, the signal is filtered and routed to the controller card, RF voltage and current foldback circuits use the ranges selected on the sensors to determine if a limit has been hit. These circuits will foldback the ECON signal going to the HVDC, reducing the DC output to the RF PCBA. This in tum reduces the RF output amplitude. REM The Return Electrode Monitor (REM) circuit monitors the resistance between the ‘wo retum areas on a REM electrode using a 140 KHZ signal generated by the controller card. Autobipotar The Autobipolar (ABP) circuit consists ofan 80 KHe signal, also generated by the controller card. It is used to monitor the bipolar output impedance. Leakage Current Monitor ‘The RF PCBA also features a leakage current monitor circuit, which measures the active and retum of the generator and puts out a DC voltage that represents the difference between the two. If this voltage exceeds a limit, the RF will be folded back to prevent excess leakage current. ForceTriad Service Manual 55 uuogelado yo sajdiouudRF Principles of Operation Sensor Circuit ‘The sensor citcuit provides RF output voltage and current monitoring to software in order to deliver the correct energy dosage during a surgical procedure, Two identical sensory circuit paths, composed of a primary and backup, are implemented to provide fail-safe mitigation in the event of circuit failure. Since each primary and backup sensor circuit mirrors the other, the sensed output voltages, which are monitored by software, are equal when the sensory system smaintains proper operation. In the event of primary or backup sense circuit failure, dissimilar outputs are present and software detection stops delivery of RF and notifies the user with an error message displayed on the front panel of the ForeeTriad generator, Each primary and backup sensory circuit consists of four processing elements to censure that the correct RF is delivered. Inthe description that follows, the primary sensory path is identified for the voltage sense circuitry, with reference designation only provided to the backup circuit. Backup circuit operation is, identical to the primary cireuit that is described here. RF current sense circuit process is symmetrical to the voltage sense description in that it also uses four processing elements, The only notable difference between voltage and current sensing is the different transfer gains required to adequately address the dynamic range of individual generator operating modes. First: Transformer TS, along with resistors R110 and R119, provide RF output voltage monitoring by generating a proportionately scaled, secondary sense voltage, which is correlated tothe delivered RF output voltage. Backup referenced components are TI, R9S, and RIL. Second: Coupled to the secondary of transformer T6, a software controlled switched pad network is implemented to provide proper impedance scaling to address the dynamic sensory range required for all operating modes of the ForceTriad generator. This pad impedance switched network is used to develop the proportionately scaled secondary sense voltage of T6. Resistors R103 and R107 provide the initial impedance termination, paralleled by resistor paired components R104 and R105, R94 and R106, and RSS and R100, which are switched independent on the selected generator Cut, Blend, and Coag operating modes respectively. Paired resistor switching is accomplished by electronic switch components RL12, RLII, and RL1O respectively. Backup referenced terminating components are RS9 and R93; paired components are RSO and R91. [RSS and R92, and RA] and R84; and switch components are RL9, RLS, and RL7, which are used respectively ‘Third: The Pad network output of TS is then differentially fed to a gain control module, U1S, which provides continuous gain control to normalize the sensed voltage output, independent of generator operating modes and delivered RF power levels, Amplifier, U19, buffers the signal received from software which is used to precisely control the gain of U18, while amplifier U17 provides a scaled ow von Host a ior ww ogg fet a i tomes PASH go ACOROATA, | ADORIDATA fs, ose rte ox ose. 4 ome SEN » eran en : cree 7 #0 xo —poore sen ifm) | ae) x ws) ForceTriad Service Manual uuogelado yo sajdiouudController PCBA Host Processor ‘The host has FLASH, SDRAM, and SRAM memory blocks. All memory devices are directly connected to the address and data bus. The SRAM is a battery-backed device that also supports the system's real-time clock function, The host processor is also capable of external communication through two RS232 ports, an Ethernet port, and a USB port. The host processor is to have a four elk cycle wait state for a read access to the ICL. Digital Signal Processor (DSP) Controlled Data Converters psps ‘The first Analog Devices ADSP-21161N DSP is the main control system processor Its primary responsibility is control of the High Voltage Power Supply (HVPS) setting (via an on-board DAC), as well as the keying signal for the FR FETs (T_ON, T_ON_180). It also reads a set of voltage and current sensors that ‘complete the feedback loop of the control system. DSP1 has FLASH and SDRAM memories directly connected to its address and data bus. DSP1 is to have four wait states for a read access to the ICL. spa ‘The second 21161 in the system is the dosage-enror processor: It reads a redundant set ofthe same sensors that DSP1 reads. Through a direct-connect serial channel (or through the ICL), the two DSPs are able to compare sensor results. DSP2 has FLASH and SDRAM memories directly connected to its address and data bus DSP? is to have four wait states for a read access to the ICL. Interface Control Logic PLD ‘The purpose of the ICL is to act as Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) for the processors. Those peripherals not directly connected to the processors are connected to the ICL and the data transfers appear as 52-bit registers for the processors to read or Write. The ICL also provides a communication channel for the three processors via a tri-port RAM. The peripherals connected to the ICL are: + Footswiteh/Audio PCBA + PCRAID bus + Display PCBA (LCDs, barcode readers, and touchscreens) + Low Voltage Power Supply (LVPS) power fail circuit + REM and HVPS sensor circuits + RF relays 518 Force Tried Service ManualController PCBA Data Converters There are four high-speed Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) on the PCBA for voltage and current sensor data, There is also one slow-speed ADC for reading REM voltage as well as the HVPS output. There are three Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs) on the PCBA as well. One DAC is not used. The other two DACs are used by the DSPs to drive the gain of their respective voltage and current sensors, DSP1's DAC also drives the voltage level of the HVPS. The following figures show how the on-board and off-board data converters are connected. DSP-Controlied Data Converters st f one - IcL-Controlied Data Converters ewer in APA pe RR. FOC MEM pean ant External Peripherals The Controller PCBA has ports for talking to external peripherals through the following protocols: RS232, USB 1.1, and Ethernet. ForceTriad Service Manual 519 uuogelado yo sajdiouud=Balleylab. Force Triad Service Manualf Setup, Tests, and Adjustments After unpacking or after servicing the ForceTriad energy platform, set it up and verify that it functions correctly. If the generator does not satisfactorily complete the self-test, calibrate it to ensure its accuracy. ForceTriad Service Manual etSetting Up the Generator Setting Up the Generator Electric Shock Hazard Connect the generator power cord to a properly ‘grounded receptacle, Do not use power plug adapters, Fira Hazard Do not use extension cords, Do not stack equipment on top of the generator or place the generator on top of electrical equipment. These configurations are unstable andlor do not allow for adequate cooling, Provide as much distance as possible between the electrosurgical generator and other electronic equipment (such as monitors). An activated electrosurgical (generator may cause interference with them. Notice IM required by local codes, connect the generator to the Nospital equalization connector with an equipotential cable. ‘Connect the power cord to a wall outlet having the correct voltage. Otherwise product damage may result. 44. Verify the generator is off by pressing the power switch off (0). 2. Place the generator on a stable flat surface, such as a table, platform, or Valleylab cart. Carts with conductive wheels are recommended. For details, refer to the procedures for your institution orto local codes. Provide at least four to six inches of space from the sides and top of the senerator for cooling. Normally, the top, sides, and rear panel are warm when the generator s used continuously for extended periods of time. Ensure that the generator rests securely on the eart or platform. The underside of the generator contains four rubber feet and additional holes that allow you to reposition the feet to ensure stability, Use a Phillips serewdriver to remove the rubber feet from the generator. Then, reinstall the feet in the preferred location. 3, According to the procedures used by your institution, connect an equipotential ‘rounding cable to the grounding lug on the rear panel of the generator. Then, connect the cable to earth around. 4. Plug the generator power cord into the rear panel receptacle. '5, Plug the generator power cord into a grounded receptacle, 6. Tum on the generator by pressing the power switch on (). Verify the following: ‘+ All visual indicators and displays on the front panel illuminate + Activation tones sound to verify that the speaker is working properly 62 Force Tried Service ManualPeriodic Safety Check Periodic Safety Check 7. Ifthe solf test is successful, a tone sounds. Verify the following: +The three LCD touch screens illuminate and show the appropriate operating sereen, + Each display shows a power setting of one watt + ‘The REM alarm indicator illuminates red, 8. Ifthe self-test is not successful, an alarm tone sounds, An error screen appears ‘oneach of the LCD touchscreens, Note the information on this display and refer to Chapter 6, Troubleshooting, Perform the following safety check every six months to verify that the eenerator is functioning properly. Record the test results for reference in future tests. Ifthe generator fails to meet any of the checks, refer to Chapter 6, Thoubleshooring. Electric Shock Hazard - When taking meesurements or troubleshooting the (generator. take appropriate precautions, such as using isolated tools and ‘equipment, using the “one hand rule, etc. Electric Shock Hazard - Do nct touch any exposed wiring or conductive surfaces while the generator is disassembled and energized. Never wear a ‘grounding strap when working on an energized generator. ‘Tne generator contains electrostatic-sensitive components, When repairing the generator, work ata static-control workstation, Wear a grounding strap when, handling electrostatic-sensitiva components, except when working on an ‘energized generator. Hanale PCBAS by thelr nonconductive edges. Use an antistatic container for transport of electrostatic-sensitive components and PCBAs. Important When testing RF equipment, follow these test procedures to duplicate ‘manufacturer test data. Keep test leads to the minimum length usable; lead ‘inductance and stray capacitance can acversely affect readings. Carefully select ‘sutable ground points fo aveld ground loop error in measuremants ‘The accuracy of most RF instruments is approximately 1-5% of full scale, Using uncompensated scope probes causes large errors when measuring high voltage RF waveforms, ForceTriad Service Manual 63 sjuawsnipy pue ‘sisau ‘dnjagPeriodic Safety Check ‘The summary of safety checks: + Inspect the generator and accessories + Inspect the intemal components + Test the generator + Verify REM function + Confirm outputs + Check leakage cusrent and ground resistance Recommended Test Equipment + Stylus pencil (or calibrating touch sereen) + 5,10, 20, 30, $0, 100, 200, 300, $00, 1000, 2000, $000 ohm, all 250 watt, 1% tolerance, noinductive (Dale NH-250, or equivalent) + Current transformer - Pearson model 411, or equivalent + True RMS voltmeter - Fluke 8920A, or equivalent + Decade resistance box (for REM testing) + REMplua + Oscilloscope - Tektronix 2445, or equivalent + X10 and X100 oscilloscope probes + X1000 high voltage probe + Digital volameter ( digit minimum) + Handswitching electrosurgical pencils + Force Triverse electrosurgical device (barcode) + LigaSure instrument (dot code) + Valleylab footswitch pedals (bipolar, monopolar, LigaSure) + Potentiometer adjustment tool + Low frequency test circuit Inspecting the Generator and Accessories Equipment required: + Bipolar footswitch or monopolar footswitch ‘+ Bipolar instrument cords (handswitehing and footswitehing) ‘+ Monopolar instrument cords (handswitching and footswitching) + LigaSure instrument cords (handswitching and footswitchin ‘Tum off the generator, and disconnect the power cord from the wall receptacle, 64 Force Tried Service ManualPeriodic Safety Check Rear Panel 1. Check the rear panel footswitch receptacles for obstructions or damage. Check fora secure fit by inserting the bipolar footswiteh or monopolar footswiteh ‘connector into the appropriate receptacle, 2. Remove the fuse and verify correct voltage and current rating. Refer to Performance Characteristics in Chapter 9. 3. Ifeither connection is loose, replace the Footswiteh/Audio PCBA. Refer to Footswitel/Audto PCBA Replacement in Chapter 7. Front Pane! 1. Check the Universal Footswitching Port (UEP) for obstructions or damage (Check for a secure fit by inserting the monopolar footswiteh connector into the receptacle, Verify the UFP properly deteots instrument insertion. Ifthe connection is loose, replace the receptacle. Refer to Output Receptacle Replacement in Chapter 2, Check the Bipolar instrument receptacle for obstructions or damage. Insert the bipolar instrument connector (footswitching and handswitching) into the appropriate receptacle to verify a secure fit. Verify the Bipolar instrument receptacle properly detects instrument insertion. Lf the connection is loose, replace the receptacle assembly. Refer to Output Receptacle Replacement in Chapter 7. 3. Check the Monopolar instrument receptacles for obstructions or damage. Insert the Monopolar instrument connector into the appropriate receptacle to verify a secure fit. Ensure the barcode readers detect and read the hhandswitching electrosurgical pencil and Force Triverse electrosurgical device Ifany of the connections ate loose, replace the receptacle assembly. Refer to Output Receptacle Replacement in Chaptet 7. (Check the Patient Retum Electrode receptacle for a broken pin or an obstruction. Ifthe receptacle is damaged or obstructed, replace the receptacle assembly Refer to Ourput Receptacle Replacement im Chapter 7 5, Check the LigaSure instrument receptacles for obstructions or damage. Insert the LigaSure instrument connector into the appropriate receptacle to ensure a secure fit. Verify the barcode readers detect and read the LigaSure instrument, any of the conneetions are loose, replace the receptacle assembly. Refer to Output Receptacle Replacement in Chapter 7. Footswitches 1. Remove the footswitch from the generator. 2. Inspect the connector for damage or corrosion. 3. Inspect the footswitch for damage, 4 . Reconnect the footswitch to the generator ForceTriad Service Manual 65 sjuawsnipy pue ‘sisau ‘dnjagPeriodic Safety Check Power Cord 4. Remove the power cord from the unit and ensure that itis unplugged from the wall receptacle 2. Inspect the power cord for damage 3, Reconnect the power cord to the generator and wall receptacle, Inspecting the Internal Components Equipment required: + Phillips screwdriver ed ‘The generator contains electrostati-sensitive components. When repairing the generator. work at a static-control workstation. Wear a grounding strep when handling electrostate-sensitve components, except ven working on an energized generator, Handle PCBAs by thelr nonconductve ecges, Use an antistatic container for transport of electrostatc-senstive components and PCBAS. 4. Tum off the generator 2. Remove the four screws that secure the cover to the chassis. Lift the cover off the chassis. Set the cover aside for reinstallation. 3. Verify that all connectors are firmly seated, 4, Inspect each PCBA for damaged components, wires, cracks, and corrosion. + Ifyou find evidence of damage on the Controller PCBA, Steering Relay PCBA, Display PCBA, or Footswitch/Audio PCBA. replace the PCBA. Refer to Controller PCBA Replacement, Steering Relay’ PCBA Replacement, Display PCBA Replacement, or Footswiteh/Audio PCBA Replacement in Chapter 7. ‘+ Ifyou find evidence of damage on the HVDC Power Supply PCBA or the RF PCBA, replace the PCBA only if the damage is severe. Refer to Power HVDC Power Supply PCBA Replacement and RF PCBA Replacement in Chapter 7. 15. Reinstall the cover on the generator. Position the cover above the chassis and slide it down, Install the four serews that secure the cover tothe chassis. 66 Force Tried Service ManualPeriodic Safety Check Testing the Generator Tuming on the generator initiates an internal self-test to verify the calibration. The selFtest also checks the operation of the speaker, all indicators, and the displays. Use the generator only ifthe sell-iast has been completed as described Otherwise. inaccurate power outeuts may resut 1, Turn on the generator by pressing the front panel On (|) switch, Verify the following: ‘+ All visual indicators and displays on the front panel illuminate. + Activation tones sound to verify that the speaker is working properly 2. If the self-test is successful, a tone sounds. Verify the following: + The three LCD touch screens illuminate and show the appropriate operating + Each display shows a power setting of one watt + The REM alarm indicator illuminates re. 3. Ifthe self-test is not successful, an alarm tone sounds, An error screen appears ‘oneach of the LCD touchscreens, Note the information on this display and refer to Chapter 6, Troubleshooting, Verifying REM Function Equipment requi + REMplug and resistance substitution box 41, Set the resistance substitution box to 120 ohms. Connect the resistance box to the generator and confirm that the REM indicator illuminates areen, the resistance and \ sy that the REM alarm sounds at 3. Decrease the resistance to 60 ohms and verify that the REM indicator illuminates areen. 4, Increase the resistance to 100 ohms and verify that the REM alarm sounds. 5. Decrease the resistance to 30 ohms and verify that the REM indicator illuminates areen. 6. Decrease the resistance to 10 ohms and verify that the REM indicator illuminates areen, 7. Decrease the resistance to 3 ohms and verify that the REM alarm sounds. ForceTriad Service Manual 67 sjuawsnipy pue ‘sisau ‘dnjagPeriodic Safety Check Confirming Outputs Important ‘The output of any receptacle equipped with a barcode scanner may only be verified using an appropriate bercode or det code accessory. ‘The generator must be in the Demo mode to confirm outputs. ‘The ForceTTriad is designed to function only as Return Electrode Contact Quality Monitor (RECOM) equipped unit. To disable the RECOM circuit, se the following instructions for enabiing the Demo mode. Enable Demo Mode 41. To enter demo mode, touch the wrench icon on the right side of the right touchscreen, The Main Menu display will appear inthe left touchscreen. 2. Inthe Main Menu, the Demo mode button will display ‘Enter Demo" ifthe system is not in Demo mode, Touch the Enter Demo mode button to begin Demo mode, The system operating displays will appear in all the touchscreens with the words ‘DEMO MODE: Not for Clinical Use’ on all three screens. Note: While in Demo mode, the REM alarm and the dual instrument error alarm {are deactivated. but RF power wil stil be delivered. The generator will not sense the instrument type, so the appropriate tab must be selected manually for the connected instrument 3, To exit Demo mode, cither tur the system off and restart it, or follow the steps in the exit Demo mode section below. Exit Demo Mode 4. Touch the wrench icon om the right side of the right touchscreen. The Main Menu display will appear in the left touchscreen, 2. Inthe Main Menu, the Demo mode button will display “Exit Demo’ ifthe system is in Demo mode. Touch the Exit Demo button in the Main Menu to exit the Demo mode, The system touchscreens will display the last settings no mode 68 Force Tried Service ManualPeriodic Safety Check (Checking the Bipolar Output 1. Verify thatthe generator successfully completes the selftest as described in Tasting the Generator in this chaptct. 2. Connect the test equipment for bipolar output, ‘a. Connect the two test eables to the Bipolar Instrument receptacle, Ensure the test eables depress both the sensing switches of the receptacle. bb, Pass one test cable through the current transformer and connect the current transformer to the voltmeter, fe. Connect the 100 ohm power sesistor across the output jacks atthe end of | the test cables, 4. Connect the bipolar footswitch to the Bipolar Footswitch receptacle on the rear panel. 3. Press the Low button and ser the bipolar power to 10 watts, 4, Test the output current for the selected Bipolar mode. a, Press the footswitch pedal and, while activating the generator, note the output on the voltmeter. , Release the footswitch pedal. ¢. Based on the voltmeter setting and the current transformer you are using, calculate and record the output current. 5, Press the Med (Standard) button and repeat step 4. 6. 7. Verify that th If the output is outside the specified range, calibrate the bipolar output as,

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