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GE Medical Systems Information Technologies as repairable. Refer to the 250 Series Service Manual for further information.
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0086 Compliance A GE brand Corometrics 250 Series Monitor bears CE mark CE-0086 indicating its conformity with the provisions of the Council Directive 93/42/ EEC concerning medical devices and fulfills the essential requirements of Annex I of this directive. The device is manufactured in India; the CE mark is applied under the authority of Notified Body BSI (0086).
Introduction Revision History Each page of this manual has a revision letter located at the bottom of the page. This letter identifies the revision level of the entire manual. This may be important if you have different manuals and you do not know which is the most current. For the initial release, all pages have the revision letter A.
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For your notes 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor Revision D 2020551-001...
Caution, Important, and Note are used throughout the manual. In addition, standard equipment symbols are defined. Responsibility of the Manufacturer GE is responsible for the effects on safety, reliability, and performance if: assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs are carried out by persons authorized by GE;...
Introduction: Safety Information Hazard Definitions Six types of special notices are used throughout this manual. They are: Danger, Warning, Caution, Contraindication, Important, and Note. The warnings and cautions in this Safety section relate to the equipment in general and apply to all aspects of the monitor.
In addition, proper placement of the paddles in relation to the electrodes is required to minimize harm to the patient. DEFIBRILLATION PROTECTION—When used with the GE Medical Systems Information Technologies-recommended accessories, the monitor is protected against the effects of defibrillator discharge.
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Introduction: Safety Information WARNINGS ELECTROSURGERY—The monitor is not designed for use with high-frequency surgical devices. In addition, measurements may be affected in the presence of strong electromagnetic sources such as electrosurgery equipment. EXPLOSION HAZARD—Do not use this equipment in the presence of flammable anesthetics or inside an oxygen tent.
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Introduction: Safety Information WARNINGS LINE ISOLATION MONITOR TRANSIENTS—Line isolation monitor transients may resemble actual cardiac waveforms, and thus cause incorrect heart rate determinations and alarm activation (or inhibition). MRI USE—Do not use the electrodes during MRI scanning; conducted current could potentially cause burns. PATIENT CABLES AND LEADWIRES—Do not use patient cables and electrode leads that permit direct connection to electrical sources.
CAUTIONS ANNUAL SERVICING—For continued safety and performance of the monitor, verify the calibration, accuracy, and electrical safety of the monitor annually. Contact your GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Service Representative. DAILY TESTING—It is essential that the monitor and accessories be inspected every day.
Turn equipment in the vicinity off and on to isolate the offending equipment. Reorient or relocate the other receiving device. Increase the separation between the interfering equipment and this equipment. If assistance is required, contact your GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Service Representative. Revision D...
Introduction: Equipment Symbols Equipment Symbols The following is a list of symbols used on products manufactured by GE. Some symbols may not appear on your unit. Equipment Symbols ATTENTION: Consult accompanying documents. This symbol indicates that the waste of electrical...
Any unauthorized attempt to repair equipment under warranty voids that warranty. It is the user’s responsibility to report the need for service to GE Medical Systems Information Technologies or to one of GE’s authorized agents. Failure on the part of the responsible individual, hospital or institution using this equipment to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards.
Fetal Monitoring A Corometrics 250 Series Monitor can be used for routine non-invasive and invasive fetal monitoring throughout labor and delivery (i.e., fetal heart rate and uterine activity monitoring). Fetal movement detection and Spectra Alerts are options that may be purchased.
Introduction: Service Requirements Related Manuals Manual Title 2020550-001 250 Series Operator’s Manual 15457 Maternal/Fetal Monitoring, Clinical Application 2004435-001 Information For Prescribers Revision D 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 1-13 2020551-001...
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Equipment Overview: Equipment Description Equipment Description The 250 Series Fetal Model monitors two Fetal Heart Rate channels plus Uterine Activity (TOCO or IUP). The 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Model monitors maternal NIBP, SpO and MECG, in addition to the features found in the Fetal Model. A feature summary follows: Fetal Only Monitor Maternal/Fetal Monitor...
Equipment Overview: Front Panel Description Front Panel Description FECG TOCO 165 172 NIBP MECG MSpO2 15:00 130/ 85 MAP (107) 03:15 25 mm/s II 2x FECG 03:22:45 Print Freeze Alarms Setup VSHX Monitor Front Table 1. Front Panel Name Description Display The monitor’s display is divided into several sections.
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Equipment Overview: Front Panel Description Table 1. Front Panel Name Description Mark [Offset] Button The Mark [Offset] button is a multi-function button. Mark: Pressing this button prints an event mark on strip chart paper (on the bottom two lines of the top grid). Offset: When the Heart Rate Offset mode is enabled, pressing and holding this button shifts the secondary FHR trend +20 bpm for visibility purposes.
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Equipment Overview: Front Panel Description Table 1. Front Panel Name Description FHR2 Volume Decrease Button The four Volume buttons raise ( ) and lower ( ) the volume of sound emitted by the rear panel speaker. The upper pair controls the volume for FHR1. The lower pair FHR2 Volume Increase Button controls the volume for FHR2.
Equipment Overview: Front Panel Displays Front Panel Displays The monitor is divided into two main sections: patient information (the left-side of the monitor) and monitor functionality (the right-side of the monitor). The keys are ordered for user efficiency.The content and layout of the display can change, depending on which functions are installed in the monitor and the modes of operation in use.
All alarms are enabled as indicated by Maternal/Fetal Monitor Display Example Setup Screens Review Chapters 3 and 4 of the Corometrics 250 Series Operator’s Manual for information on the individual parameters and setup screens. Softkeys A softkey is an area on the screen that can be selected with the Trim Knob control.
Equipment Overview: Softkeys Waveform Softkeys The waveform title is a softkey used to select the waveform for display or to disable the area. The ECG Scaling and MECG lead labels are softkeys used to configure the waveform currently displayed. Dedicated Softkey Area Softkeys are located at the bottom of each screen.
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J109, J110, and J111 RS-232C Three serial RJ-11 connectors are provided for interfacing Communications Connectors to peripheral equipment. Contact your GE Service Representative for more information. ECG Out Connector External recorder connector for MECG signals. The standard output level is 1 V/mV.
Adding Spectra Alerts The monitor can be upgraded to include Spectra Alerts. Refer to Appendix D of the Corometrics 250 Series Operator’s Manual for more information. Adding Fetal Movement Detection The monitor may be upgraded to include Fetal Movement Detection. Contact your GE Service Representative for further information.
Equipment Overview: DINAMAP® Models PRO Series 100-400 and ProCare the external monitor, determine the baudrate setting for the 250 Series monitor. Then exit the service mode screens. Access the General Setup screen and choose the time interval for printing the MSpO values on the strip chart paper.
Equipment Overview: Quantitative Sentinel/Perinatal System ILC-1926 An ILC-1926 is required to interface with the DINAMAP PRO Series and ProCare Monitors. Quantitative Sentinel/Perinatal System Through this interface, the 250 Series Monitor outputs MHR data, FHR data, and UA data to a central information such as a Quantitative Sentinel/Perinatal System. Annotations made at the central station can be optionally printed on the strip chart paper of the 250 Series Monitor as summarized below (if the central station has the capability to send the command):...
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Equipment Overview: Quantitative Sentinel/Perinatal System Table 6. External Device Summary Interconnect Cable 250 Series Communications Cat. No. External Device Parameter(s) Baudrate Protocol 1 ft 6 ft MSpO Refer to 1557AAO 1557BAO Nellcor ® Nellcor Model N-200 applicable ® NIBP 1562AAO 1562BAO Critikon manufacturer’s...
Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation Theory of Operation Systems Overview The 250 Series system is made up of front-end and back-end PWAs, system power supply, and recorder module. The main PWA forms the heart of the monitor control functions. This PWA along with the Communications PWA form the back end of the monitor.
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Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation Digital System Processor (DSP) Display PWA The DSP Display PWA consists of two independent functioning modules: the DSP and the Display interface. The DSP processes analog and digital data from the front- end modules and interfaces to the main processor. The ECG and ultrasound analog information is processed and heart rates are output to the main board via a shared memory.
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Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation Main Board PWA The Main Board makes up the central processing unit for the 250 Series Fetal Monitor. The Main Board accepts simultaneously processed parameters directly from four separate modules. The minimum configuration monitor has only the DSP board as an input module.
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Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation internal SpO cable that in turn connects to the SpO Carrier PWA. The MSpO connector PWA keeps the sensitive analog SpO signals shielded on the inner layers of the board. R1 and R2 are 0 Ohm resistors that are used to provide a means of disconnecting the shorts between pins 4 and 9 and pins 8 and 11 if needed.
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Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation digitized and sent over the barrier via an opto coupler where it is routed similarly to the FECG analog signal. The uterine pressure front-end processes the pressure signals from the external TOCO or IUP sensor (uses same inputs) by amplifying and filtering the inputs and converts the signals via serial analog to digital converter.
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Equipment Overview: Theory of Operation FECG signals as well as the MECG mode lines. The MECG analog signals are routed separately from the front panel to the MECG daughter PWA. The MSpO input signals enter the SpO carrier PWA directly. Video Decoder PWA The decoder PWA interfaces between the DSP/display PWA and the LCD panel.
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Installation: Tools Required Tools Required Refer to “Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report” on page 4-58 for a list of required tools. Connections Fetal Acoustic Stimulator This connector is provided for connection to a Corometrics Model 146 Fetal Acoustic Stimulator. Remote Marks Connector This connector is provided for connection to an optional Corometrics Remote Event Marker.
Installation: Connections J101 Connector (Model 340 Telemetry System Interface) NOTE: For additional information, This connector is for future interfacing to the receiver of a Corometrics Model 340 refer to the Model 340 Service Manual, Telemetry System. P/N 2006920-001. A telemetry indicator is displayed beneath the FHR1 mode field: you connect a telemetry receiver to the 250 Series Monitor;...
DINAMAP ProCare Monitors Quantitative Sentinel/Perinatal System (any RS-232C connector) When shipped from the GE factory, all three ports are configured as follows: Communications Setup = Nellcor baudrate (bps) = 2400 At the above settings, connectors J109 and J111 are ready for connection to an NPB Model N-200.
Connect the detachable line cord to the rear panel power connector; plug the other end into a hospital grade grounded wall outlet of appropriate voltage. (If you are unsure about the voltage, contact your hospital Biomedical Engineering Department or GE Service Representative.) 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor Revision D...
Installation: Self-Test Routine Attaching the Power Cord Turn the monitor’s power on. The green indicator light, located near the upper left-hand corner of the Light button, illuminates and a series of tones are heard, indicating that the monitor has been turned on. Self-Test Routine The 250 Series Monitor contains a self-test routine which checks the calibration and internal circuitry of the monitor.
AC power. Information on setting the time and date is found in the General Setup screen section in Chapter 4 of the Corometrics 250 Series Monitor Operator’s Manual. 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor...
(re-alarm time). The re-alarm time is adjustable from the password-protected Install Options Screen 2. For further information, refer to Chapter 11, “Alarms” in the Corometrics 250 Series Operator’s Manual. The monitor also alerts you when paper is running low and when the recorder is completely out of paper.
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Installation: Setup Press down on the latch on the right side of the strip chart recorder door. Fan the pack of Z-fold paper on all sides to loosen any folds and to ensure proper feed of the paper through the recorder. Hold the package of paper so that: the black squares are on the bottom of the pack;...
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Installation: Setup paper is compatible with and required for the 250 Series. Unfold two sheets from the top of the package so that they extend toward you. Place the pack in the drawer so that the pack is laying flat in the recorder. Slowly close the strip chart recorder door, being careful not to skew the paper.
Installation: Service Mode Screens Mounting a Strain Gauge To mount a strain gauge post, refer to the manufacturer’s directions. Setup Screens The 250 Series Monitor provides a variety of options that are all selected using setup screens shown on the display. All functions are performed easily using the front panel Trim Knob.
Installation: Service Mode Screens Service Lock Screen “Service Lock Screen” on page 3-13, is used to access the remaining service screens. It displays the following information: Keypad Version MSpO For Nellcor: Nellcor 506 or NELL-3 Version and Date For Masimo: DSP: Version, MCU: Version, PID: Version For Ohmeda Oximetry: Version NIBP Version CPU Version...
Installation: Service Mode Screens Install Options Screens Install Options Screen 1 Language: English Line Frequency: 60 Hz Scaling: 30-240 Recorder Font Size: Large VS Print Interval: Real Time Paper Speed: 3 cm/min Paper Chime: Low/Out Paper Volume: HBC: HR Offset: FM Remote Mark: Scale: Auto...
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Installation: Service Mode Screens Language This field is used to set the language shown on the display and printed on the strip chart recorder paper. Use the Trim Knob control to cycle through the available options: English, Spanish, French, German, Dutch, Swedish, and Italian. (The monitor is factory set for the country in which it is being used.) Line Frequency This field is used to define the line power frequency for the country in which the...
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Installation: Service Mode Screens Paper Volume This field sets the volume of the paper chime. As you adjust the volume, a sample tone sounds. You can choose from a range of 1 to 9 (1 = lowest, 9 = loudest). HBC (Heartbeat Coincidence) The heartbeat coincidence feature alerts you when there is the possibility that you may be monitoring a duplicate signal.
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Installation: Service Mode Screens FM Remote Mark This field configures the marker annotation that is printed on the strip chart paper whenever a patient presses the button on the Remote Marker accessory. Use the Trim Knob control to alternate between On and Off. The factory default setting is Off. annotation is commonly used to record an “event”;...
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Installation: Service Mode Screens FECG Artifact Elimination This field is used to enable/disable FECG Artifact Elimination which affects only the direct FECG mode. Use the Trim Knob to alternate between On and Off. (The factory default setting is Off.) When On is selected, any new heart rate value which differs by more than ±25 bpm from the previously calculated heart rate is not printed on the strip chart paper.
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Installation: Service Mode Screens NIBP 1 min Interval This field is used to enable/disable the 1 minute interval selection on the maternal BP Setup screen. Use the Trim Knob control to alternate between On and Off. (The factory default setting is Off.) NIBP Display Setting this field to a value reduces the chance of error.
Installation: Printing System Setup Information Store Current To Hospital Select this option if you wish to store your current monitor settings as your hospital’s preferred default settings. When you select this option, the Default Settings: softkey reflects the change (i.e., Default Settings: change to Hospital). Printing System Setup Information Use the Trim Knob to select the PrintAll softkey on the bottom of Install Options Screen 1 to see an overall summary of the monitor’s setup screens.
Installation: Communications Setup Screen Communications Setup Screen The Communications Setup screen, allows you to configure the unit’s J109, J110, and J111 RS-232C Serial Interface ports for connecting to optional peripheral equipment. Each port is configured for baudrate and mode. To use the Communications Setup screen: Select the Service softkey from the General Setup screen.
Installation: Configuration Switches Configuration Switches The switches configure the operational characteristics of the 250. Switch Name Setting Factory Test Off = Enabled J102 Levels Off = HP, On = Coro RESERVED Set to Off NIBP Option Off = Enabled 5:Off 6:Off = Nellcor 5:Off 6:On = Ohmeda MSpO Option...
Installation: Factory Defaults Factory Defaults Table 1. Summary of Factory Defaults Setup Field Description Factory Default Default Options Hospital Preference Screen FECG or FHR Volume US/US2 FHR Alarm Limits High Low 200-140, Off 160 120 bpm 60-140, Off Audio Alarms On, Off Volume NIBP...
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Installation: Factory Defaults Table 1. Summary of Factory Defaults Setup Field Description Factory Default Default Options Hospital Preference Screen MSpO Response Time Fast Normal, Fast (Nellcor 506) Response Time Fast Fast (Nellcor NELL-3) Averaging Time (Masimo) 8 seconds 2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 seconds Sensitivity (Masimo) Normal Normal, Maximum...
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Installation: Factory Defaults Table 1. Summary of Factory Defaults Setup Field Description Factory Default Default Options Hospital Preference Screen General Play Song Off, Happy Birthday, Brahms’ Setup Lullaby, Rock-a-Bye-Baby, All Song Volume Brightness 0-9 (nine = brightest) Paper Speed United States: 3 cm/min 1-3 cm/min International: 1 cm/min Date...
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Installation: Factory Defaults Table 1. Summary of Factory Defaults Setup Field Description Factory Default Default Options Hospital Preference Screen Install Language Set according to shipping Set according to shipping Options destination destination Screen 1 Line Frequency United States: 60 Hz 50 Hz, 60 Hz (Service) International: 50 Hz...
Maintenance: Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Self-Test Cleaning Calibration Frequency Frequency Frequency TOCO as needed U/S Transducers as needed MECG Cables as needed Main Board Battery as needed Monitor Exterior as needed Monitor vacuum interior Before each monitoring session Printhead as needed Main Board power supply voltages annually or when the monitor...
Maintenance: Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Self-Test Cleaning Calibration Frequency Frequency Frequency Measure voltage breakdown Mains to Chassis using DC voltage for 1 hi-pot voltage tester 2.121 kVdc min. Display Check Verify DSP board operation, Remove, Replace, Upgrade Trimline TOCO Calibration As needed Nautilus TOCO Calibration As needed MSpO...
Maintenance: Cleaning Cleaning General care and cleaning are required for the 250 Series Monitor and its accessories. If an accessory is not listed, consult the manufacturer’s instructions. CAUTION Unplug the monitor from the AC power source and detach all accessories from the monitor. Do not immerse accessories in any liquid.
Maintenance: Cleaning Display To clean the display screen, use a soft, clean cloth dampened with a glass cleaner. Do not spray the glass cleaner directly onto the display. Do not use alcohol or hospital disinfectants like Cidex* or Betadine. Tocotransducer and Ultrasound Transducer CAUTIONS ABRASION—Do not use abrasive cloth, sharp objects, or abrasive cleaners.
Maintenance: Cleaning Dampen a cloth or paper towel with one of the following products; then wring out until only slightly wet: Sodium Hypochlorite 5.25% (Bleach) diluted 10:1 Cidex* Sporicidin* Soap and water Rub soiled area until clean. Dry with a soft, dry cloth. Maternal NIBP Cuffs and Hoses General The cuff must be thoroughly cleaned with the specified detergent before reuse.
Allow 2 hours for drying. The user has the responsibility to validate any deviations from the recommended method of cleaning and disinfection. For additional information on infection control procedures, contact GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Technical Support. Sensors Adhesive sensors are sterile and for single use only. Reusable sensors should be cleaned before reuse with a 70% alcohol solution.
Maintenance: Disposal of Product Waste After cleaning, rinse the transducer thoroughly in distilled water and replace the dome loosely. Dry the transducer with sterile gauze. CAUTIONS AUTOCLAVE—Do not autoclave pressure transducer. IMMERSION—Do not immerse any part of the electrical connector of the transducer in the cleaning solution at any time. Examine the outer sheath of the cable for perforations.
If you have questions concerning disposal of the product, please contact GE Medical Systems Information Technologies or its representatives. Electrical Safety Tests Refer to the “Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report”...
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Verify the following: < 300 µA (100, 120, 220, 230, or 240 VAC monitors) Record the primary leakage for the following conditions: Table 1. Unit to Primary Leakage Conditions Neutral Ground Power (Polarity) Closed Closed Normal Closed Open Normal...
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Patient-to-Line Leakage for ECG Connect an ECG test body to the monitor’s front panel ECG input. The ECG test body can be the assembly leakage cable. Set the fixture’s Leakage switch to Line. Turn ON the monitor using the monitor’s power switch. Verify the following: <...
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Patient-to-Line Leakage for IUP Connect an IUP test body to the monitor’s front panel UA input. The IUP test body can be a SensorTip transducer (wrapped in aluminum foil) or the assembly leakage cable. Set the fixture’s Leakage switch to Line. Turn ON the monitor using the monitor’s power switch.
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Patient-to-Line Leakage for MSpO test body to the monitor’s front panel MSpO Connect an MSpO input. Use the assembly leakage cable for the test body. Set the fixture’s Leakage switch to Line. Turn ON the monitor using the monitor’s power switch. Verify the following: <...
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Patient-to-Line Leakage for US Connect an US test body to the monitor’s front panel US input. The US test body should be an ultrasound transducer wrapped in aluminum foil. Set the fixture’s Leakage switch to Line. Turn ON the monitor using the monitor’s power switch.
Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Patient-to-Line Leakage for US2 Connect an US test body to the monitor’s front panel US2 input. The US test body should be an ultrasound transducer wrapped in aluminum foil. Set the fixture’s Leakage switch to Line. Turn ON the monitor using the monitor’s power switch.
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Maintenance: Electrical Safety Tests Hi-Pot Tester DC Out Ground 250 Series Monitor FECG TOCO 165 172 NIBP MECG MSpO2 15:00 130/ 85 MAP (107) 120 Monitor 03:15 25 mm/s II 2x AC Power Cord FECG 03:22:45 Print Freeze Alarms Setup VSHX Assembly Leakage Cable Patient–to–AC-Line Using DC Voltage for 1 Minute (5.656 kVdc)
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Maintenance: Self-Test Routine Equipment Required The following items are necessary for performing any of the tests in this procedure: Corometrics Model 325 Simulator and corresponding line cord 250 Series Monitor interconnect cables Ultrasound Transducers (x2) Tocotransducer Strain Gauge Transducer Self-Test Routine The 250 Series Monitor contains test routines which verify the unit’s calibration and internal circuitry.
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Maintenance: Self-Test Routine NOTE: The monitor will add 50 mmHg to raw pressure data. In other words, the value is always referenced to 0 mmHg regardless of any UA referencing attempt. NOTE: The recorder returns to its original on, off, or maternal-only mode state from when the Test button was depressed.
Maintenance: Front Panel Button Test Front Panel Button Test This procedure ensures the functionality of the front panel buttons. Apply power to the 250 Series Monitor. Disconnect all transducers from the front panel. Depress the monitor’s Record button and verify the following: The yellow indicator next to the button illuminates continuously.
Maintenance: MECG Test Connect the sub-cables of the other end of the simulator interconnect cable into the color-coded connectors on the monitor/adapter: ECG, US, and UA. Turn on the Model 325 Simulator. Verify that the green Power indicator illuminates. Turn on the 250 Series Monitor. MECG Test This portion of the functional checkout procedure ensures the integrity of the MECG circuitry and the heart rate channel of the recorder.
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Maintenance: MECG Test Table 9. MECG Test Simulator Settings Section Switch Setting Rate/CMR RATE Rate MANUAL FECG/MECG Mode MECG QRS Amplitude 500 µV QRS Polarity GENERAL Pattern Memory Main Mode TOCO 10. Repeat Step 9 for each of the following rates: 30, 120, 210, and 240 bpm. 11.
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Maintenance: MECG Test 14. Set the simulator’s ECG Mode switch to the Off position. MECG Ramp MECG Oscillation Revision D 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 4-25 2020551-001...
Maintenance: FECG Test FECG Test This portion of the functional checkout procedure ensures the integrity of the FECG circuitry and the heart rate channel of the recorder. Connect the simulator’s ECG cable to the FECG connector on the monitor’s “Y” adapter cable.
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Maintenance: FECG Test Table 10. FECG Test Simulator Settings Section Switch Setting Rate/CMR RATE Rate MANUAL FECG/MECG Mode FECG QRS Amplitude 15 µV QRS Polarity GENERAL Pattern Memory Main Mode TOCO Repeat Step 7 for each of the following rates: 30, 60, 210, and 240 bpm. Change the simulator’s QRS Polarity switch from + to –.
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Maintenance: FECG Test The recorder prints an oscillation of 15 bpm between 110 and 125 bpm on the top grid of the strip chart paper. (Refer to figure “FECG Artifact Elimination” on page 4-29.) ∆ 16. Repeat Step 15 for the rate value of 22.
Maintenance: Ultrasound Test FECG Artifact Elimination Ultrasound Test This portion of the functional checkout procedure ensures the integrity of the ultrasound circuitry and the heart rate channel of the recorder. Connect the simulator’s US cable to the US connector on the monitor. Set the switches on the Model 325 Input Simulator according to Table If not already on, depress the monitor’s Record button.
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Maintenance: Ultrasound Test Use the simulator’s Manual Adjustment knob to decrease the heart rate value by more than 13 bpm from the 120 bpm baseline. Verify the following on the monitor: The FHR1 value immediately reflects this new input rate. The strip chart recorder prints at the last input rate for an additional 3 seconds before blanking the heart rate data and printing a continuous line at the new input rate.
Maintenance: Fetal Movement Detection Test Ultrasound Ramp Fetal Movement Detection Test This portion of the functional checkout procedure ensures the integrity of the fetal movement detection circuitry and the heart rate channel of the recorder. (Refer to figure “Fetal Movement Detection” on page 4-32.) Connect the simulator’s US cable to the US connector on the monitor.
Maintenance: Ultrasound Transducer Test Table 12. Fetal Movement Detection Test Simulator Settings Section Switch Setting Mode US/FMD Signal Level Ultrasound/FMD Rate MANUAL Main Mode TOCO Fetal Movement Detection Ultrasound Transducer Test Inspect an ultrasound transducer as follows: Ensure there are no cracks around the transducer face. Visibly inspect the condition of the cable, strain relief, and connector pins.
Maintenance: Uterine Activity Test The recorder prints the message US on the center margin of the strip chart paper after approximately 20 seconds. Gently rub each crystal of the ultrasound transducer rhythmically. (There are nine crystals. Eight are arranged around the circumference of the transducer; one is in the center.) Verify the following: Good sensitivity is apparent.
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Maintenance: Uterine Activity Test displayed accordingly and that the recorder prints a continuous line at the corresponding value on the uterine activity channel of the strip chart paper. Place the simulator’s UA Level switch at each of the level settings: 0, 10, 50, and 100 relative units.
Maintenance: Testing the Tocotransducers Uterine Activity Ramp Testing the Tocotransducers CAUTIONS LEAKAGE TEST—Perform a leakage and dielectric test on the tocotransducer per applicable standards. FUNCTIONAL TEST—Perform a functional response test on the tocotransducer. Inspect a Nautilus Tocotransducer as follows: Check for any cracks or contaminants on the tocotransducer especially on the diaphragm located on the bottom of the tocotransducer.
Maintenance: Strain Gauge Transducer Test Momentarily depress the monitor’s UA Reference button. Verify the following: The UA value shows the default setting. The UA mode shows TOCO. The recorder prints the messages UA REF and TOCO on the strip chart paper. Apply gentle pressure to the tocotransducer diaphragm and verify that the UA value responds to the pressure input.
Maintenance: Pattern Memory Test The UA value and mode are both blank. The recorder stops printing the uterine activity trace. The recorder prints the message UA INOP on the center margin of the strip chart paper after approximately 20 seconds. Pattern Memory Test The pattern memory of the simulator can be used to test any of the following mode combinations of the monitor.
Maintenance: Dual Heart Rate Test (Non-Pattern) Verify the following on the monitor: Each heart rate area (FHR1, FHR2, and/or MECG) responds accordingly for value, mode, and heartbeat indicator. The UA area responds accordingly for value and mode. The recorder responds appropriately in both trending and message information.
Maintenance: Alarm Test Plug one ultrasound transducer into the monitor’s US input connector and the other into the monitor’s US2 connector. Verify the following on the monitor: The FHR1 mode shows US. The FHR2 mode shows US2. The FHR1 value shows three steady dashes “– – –.” The FHR2 value shows three steady dashes “–...
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Maintenance: Alarm Test 12. Set the switches on the Model 325 Input Simulator according to Table 13. Using the simulator’s Manual Adjustment knob, input an MECG signal of 119 bpm as indicated on the monitor. Verify that there is no alarm tone sounding from the monitor’s rear panel speaker.
Maintenance: MSpO Test 22. Depress the monitor’s front panel Alarm Silence button and verify the following: The alarm tone is silenced. The MECG value continues flashing. The message ALARM SILENCE X:XX appears on the screen and a countdown is started. 23.
Maintenance: NIBP Calibration and Testing The message MSpO2% stamps in the annotation line on the strip chart paper. A diamond (with MSpO and MHR/P vital signs) stamps in the annotation area on the strip chart paper at 2-minute intervals. NIBP Calibration and Testing Purpose This describes the information needed by a biomedical or service personnel to successfully verify or set calibration and perform field test procedures for the 250...
Maintenance: NIBP Calibration and Testing All NIBP calibration procedures are accessed from the NIBP Calibration screen. To access the NIBP Calibration screen: Navigate to Install Screen Options 1. Select Tests. Select NIBP Cal. The sequence of procedures for calibration of NIBP starts with Calibration Verification.
Display Check There is no calibration or replacement procedure for either the Display Driver Board or the Power Controller Unit. Contact your GE Service Representative for information about repair/exchange of the entire display assembly. Revision D...
11. If you suspect that the DSP Board is not supplying the correct voltage or one of the video signals is missing and you have another properly functioning 250 Series Monitor, substitute the DSP Board and check for proper operation. Contact your GE Service Representative for information about repair/exchange of the DSP Board. 4-46...
250 Series Monitor, substitute the entire display assembly and check for proper operation. Refer to “Checkout” and “Checkout”. Contact your GE Service Representative for ordering information. Maternal SpO Calibration The 250 Series Monitor automatically performs a self-test on the pulse oximetry module upon power up and whenever the MSpO module is reset.
Maintenance: J102 Analog Output Connector DAC Static Test Table 16. Hardware Switch Settings Switch # Description Setting Factory Test Off = Enabled J102 Output Levels Off = HP, On = Coro Reserved Set to Off NIBP Option Off = Enabled MSpO Option 5:Off 6:Off = Nellcor...
Maintenance: J102 Analog Output Connector DAC Static Test Use the Trim Knob control to select the J102 softkey at the bottom of the screen. The J102 screen displays. (See figure “J102 Analog Output Connector Screen” on page 4-50.) The Range and Voltage fields can be displayed using a decimal point or a comma as a separator.
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Maintenance: J102 Analog Output Connector DAC Static Test Calibration For calibration, you must use the specific values listed in Table 17 (Corometrics output levels) or Table 18 (Hewlett-Packard output levels). This tests the high and low ranges for the HR1, HR2, and UA signals. If a measured value does not fall within the given range, adjust the corresponding potentiometer accordingly (on Communications Board, No.
Verify that, after a few seconds, the status Loopback OK displays. OK indicates that the test has passed. NOTE: If Off remains displayed, the test has failed; contact your GE Service Representative. Do not use this port to connect to any peripheral equipment until the port or Communications Board has been serviced.
This procedure is not intended to replace a complete instrument checkout and alignment as performed at the GE factory. It should be considered a performance check and troubleshooting guide to be used in conjunction with other information supplied throughout this service manual.
Maintenance: Before You Begin Electronic Calibration Before You Begin Electronic Calibration General Refer to the assembly drawings for the location of adjustments and test points referred to in this section. The board assembly drawing numbers are given for each board in this section. The electronic calibration procedure outlined in this section necessitates removal of the monitor’s top cover.
Maintenance: Recorder Photosensor Calibration Recorder Photosensor Calibration Adjusting the Paper-Low Photosensor Load paper in the recorder. Ensure that there are no black squares showing to indicate a paper-low condition. Press the Record button to turn on the recorder. Allow the paper to advance for a few seconds in order to tension the paper.
Maintenance: Recorder Photosensor Calibration Adjusting the Paper-Loading Sensor Load paper in the recorder. Ensure that there are no black squares showing to indicate a paper-low condition. You must load at least nine sheets of paper. Using a digital voltmeter, connect the positive lead to J9 (pin 6) on the Recorder Board;...
Maintenance: Repair Log Repair Log Unit Serial Number Institution Name Maintenance/ Date Technician Date Repair Revision D 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 4-57 2020551-001...
Maintenance: Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Customer________________________ Customer Number________________ Date ____________________ FE________________________ FE ID ___________________Call Number __________________________ Equipment Serial Number __________________________ Software Revision CPU _________ DSP: ________ Configuration Model 256__________ Model 259 __________ Fetal Movement Detection (FMD) __________ Tools Required •...
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Maintenance: Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Page Description Complete Actual Pass Fail Cleaning Clean the monitor exterior. Clean the monitor interior using a hand-held vacuum. Clean the recorder printhead. Clean the UA Strain Gauge. Clean the monitor accessories (TOCO, transducers, cables) Clean the monitor accessories (cuffs, hoses) Calibration Page...
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Maintenance: Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Page Description Complete Actual Pass Fail 4-15 Patient-to-Line leakage for US 50mA) < 4-15 Patient-to-Ground leakage for US2 50mA) < 4-15 Patient-to-Line leakage for US2 50mA) < 4-16 Ground Continuity Functional Checkout Tests Description Page Complete Actual Pass...
The first errors indicate problems on the Main Motherboard. The last error indicates a problem on the DSP Board. If the monitor displays any of these messages, turn off the monitor and contact your GE Service Representative. Monitor Self-Test The 250 Series Monitor contains self-test routines which verify the unit’s calibration and internal circuitry.
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Troubleshooting: Error Log Screen The Data column lists other information associated with the error code. This column is for factory use only. Error Log Error Log Count Data Print Clear Page Exit Error Log Screen To use the Error Log screen: Select the Service softkey from the General Setup screen.
Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Diagnostic Control Screen The Diagnostic Control screen, as shown below, is used to perform the following diagnostic self-tests: Recorder Calibration test; Status Relay softkey tests Nurse Call Interface relay; CPU software version number; DSP software version number; Monitor Run Time;...
Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Recorder Calibration Test This test provides a method of testing the recorder calibration alignments. Use the Trim Knob control to set the recorder calibration field on the Diagnostic Control service mode screen to On. The recorder prints four continuous horizontal lines at 0 mmHg, 30 bpm, and 240 bpm and the minimum and maximum rates on the HR scale (30 bpm and 240 bpm for domestic paper, 50 bpm and 210 bpm for international paper).
Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Run Time This field displays the amount of time the monitor has been turned on—since the field was cleared. The time is displayed in hours, minutes, and seconds. To clear this field (reset the timer), activate the Clear softkey to the right of the run time field. NOTE: The Clear softkey also resets the recorder time field.
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Servicing of any recorder parts, other than the five subassemblies outlined above, should be referred to the nearest GE Service Representative. Stepper Motor and Harness Prior to removing/replacing the stepper motor, follow all instructions in the section, “Removing the Strip Chart Recorder”...
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Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Replacing the Stepper Motor Slide new stepper motor into place. Replace the two screws which attach the motor to the frame. Re-connect the stepper motor harness cable to the Recorder Board at J4. Printhead Adjustments Refer to “Recorder Top View”...
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Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Loosen the four hex-head lock screws—two on each side. The right side screws are labeled B in the figure on page 5-12. To move the printhead forward on one side, back-off the corresponding captive screw (turn counterclockwise) from its alignment block. To move the printhead backward on one side, tighten the corresponding captive screw (turn clockwise).
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Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Open the recorder door. Support the printhead by reaching in through the recorder door, then remove the two screws on top of the printhead. Pull the printhead down and out through the recorder door with the harness still attached.
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Although these two reflective-sensors may be replaced in the field, tight tolerance repositioning is required to ensure that the sensors function properly. Therefore, it is recommended that the photosensors be replaced by a GE Service Representative. If the replacement is done locally, it must be done according to the following procedure.
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Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen Using an allen wrench, remove the two socket-head screws which attach the black sensor housing to the angle bracket. Discard the sensor and housing. Replacing the Paper-Low/Paper-Out Photosensor Use the following procedure for replacing the paper-low or paper-out photosensor: Attach the sensor and housing to the printhead support bracket using the two socket-head screws.
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Troubleshooting: Diagnostic Control Screen NOTE: Ensure that there is enough slack in the cable so that when the recorder door is opened the cable does not become taut. Re-install the strip chart recorder. Refer to “Installing the Strip Chart Recorder” on page 5-7.
Troubleshooting: FAQs FAQs Question Answer NOTE: When the monitor is powered off, then on again, the settings revert back to the factory default settings or can be saved if you choose Store Current to Hospital in the password-protected Install Options Screen 2. To save your changes and exit the service mode: 1.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the alarm limits for Fetal 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for FHR1. (This field is at the top left on the Heart Rate 1? display, and it may read INOP, FECG, US, or US2. 2.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the alarm limits for Non- 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for NIBP. (This field is slightly above Invasive Blood Pressure? center, on the left side of the display. 2.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I enable the MHR/P, Maternal 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for MHR/P. (This field is located Heart Rate Pulse, trend recorder tracing? approximately in the center of the display, and may indicate MECG, Pulse or INOP, according on the settings that are currently enabled.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the scale of the MSpO 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Setup softkey at the bottom of the screen. 2. Once Setup is highlighted press the Trim Knob. Press the Trim Knob. Maternal Blood Oxygen Saturation, trend 3.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the waveform parameter 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the waveform selection item. (This field is slightly being displayed? above the bottom menu bar, to the far left of the display, and should indicate one of the following: Off, MECG, MSpO , or FECG.) 2.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the waveform vertical 1. To change the waveform scale, the current selected waveform must be MECG or scale on the display? FECG. The waveform scale cannot be altered when you view MSpO plethsysmograph waveforms which auto-scale.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I enable and change the alarm 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for FHR1. (This field is top left on the volume settings for Fetal Heart Rate 1? display, and it may read INOP, FECG, US, or US2.) 2.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I enable or change alarm volume 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for NIBP. (This field is slightly above settings for Non-Invasive Blood Pressure? center, on the left side of the display.) 2.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the Volume for FHR1 Option 1 audio or heart beat tones? 1. Use the front panel Volume Up or Volume Down buttons (left) to control volume for FHR Channel 1. Option 2 1.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the volume for MHR 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the field for MHR/P. (This field is located near the Pulse tones? center of the display, and may indicate MECG, Pulse or INOP, depending on the settings that are currently enabled.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I access the service setup / install 1. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Setup softkey at the bottom of the display, options screens? below the menu bar. 2. Once the Setup softkey is highlighted, press the Trim Knob. 3.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I enable/disable Smart BP? 1. Enter Install Options Screen 1. (Refer to, “How do I access the service setup / install options screens?” on page 5-27). 2. In Install Options Screen 1, rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Smart BP: setting. 3.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the default 1. Enter Install Options Screen 2. (Refer to “How do I access the service setup / install tocodynamometer reference value? options screens?” on page 5-27.) 2. In Install Options Screen 2, rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Default TOCO Reference: setting on the eighth line from the top (excluding the Title).
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I change the Recorder Paper 1. Enter the Install Options Screen 1. Speed? 2. Rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Paper Speed: setting in the Recorder Setup section of the General Setup screen (center section of the display). 3.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I enable/disable Fetal Alarms 1. Enter the Install Options Screen 2. (“How do I access the service setup / install (tachycardia, bradycardia) or Spectra options screens?” on page 5-27). Alerts? 2. In Install Options Screen 2, rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Fetal Alert/Alarm: setting.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I perform the recorder calibration 1. Enter Install Options Screen 1. (“How do I access the service setup / install options test? screens?” on page 5-27.) 2. In Install Options Screen 1, rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the Tests softkey at the bottom of the display, below the menu bar.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I test the RS232 outputs? 1. The 250 Series Monitor Serial Interface is capable of being tested by means of a loop back connector. A loop back connector simply routes the TX line from the serial port to the RX line of the same serial port.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How can I see all the current settings for 1. Enter the Install Options Screen 1. (“How do I access the service setup / install my monitor? options screens?” on page 5-27.) 2. In the Install Options Screen 1, rotate the Trim Knob to highlight the PrintAll softkey at the bottom of the display, below the menu bar.
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Troubleshooting: FAQs Question Answer How do I check the settings of the Main 1. Enter the Install Options Screen 1. (“How do I access the service setup / install CPU Board dip switch SW1 without options screens?” on page 5-27.) opening the unit? 2.
Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting The following Section will aid in the troubleshooting and repair of your monitor. Each of the following sub-sections begins with a general fault description, followed by a list of possible causes and debugging hints. Before looking through the listed problems, attempt to verify the reported problem.
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY FRONT-END MOTHERBOARD Passes all front-end signals. Make sure boards seated and no connector damage exists. ULTRASOUND BOARD Can affect ultrasound audio only if US board is ISOLATED POWER SUPPLY By affecting ECG - does not affect ultrasound UI KEYPAD BOARD...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS TRANSDUCER COMM BOARD WITH I/O Sits on same data bus as DSP/Display board CONNECTORS Secondary failure due to overheating only MECG ISOLATED POWER SUPPLY MECG BOARD DSP BOARD Processes MECG analog MECG FRONT-END CABLE &...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS NIBP MAIN BOARD Contains NIBP processor and sensors PNEUMATICS BOARD (PUMP & Holds Pump, valves, hoses VALVES) HOSES To front panel, Pneumatics to main SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY DSP TO UI KEYPAD CABLE Could affect NIBP Start/Stop button UI KEYPAD BOARD Would affect all buttons on front panel...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS COMM MAIN BOARD Generates all external comm COMM BOARD WITH I/O CONNECTORS SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY DSP BOARD Sits on the same data bus from main board Secondary failure due to overheating only PRINTING RECORDER BOARD Receives data from main board...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS PRINTHEAD Misalignment causing drag DSP BOARD Front panel keypad routed through DSP board Secondary failure due to overheating only VOLUME CONTROLS UI KEYPAD BOARD Would affect all buttons on front panel MAIN BOARD Communicates with keypad VOLUME KEYPAD...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS Secondary failure due to overheating only TOCO OR STRAIN GAUGE Try another transducer TRANSDUCER TEST FUNCTION DSP TO UI KEYPAD CABLE Affects all front panel functions UI KEYPAD BOARD Would affect all buttons on front panel PRINTHEAD Should print test pattern...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY MAIN BOARD Communicates with Keypad DSP BOARD Front Panel Keypad signals routed through DSP Secondary cause from overheating NIBP START/STOP HOSES To front panel, Pneumatics to main (blank) Would affect all buttons on front panel Could affect NIBP Start/Stop button...
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Troubleshooting: System Troubleshooting 250 SERIES SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SUBASSEMBLY COMMENTS POWER ON LINE CORD SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY POWER SWITCH CABLE Bad contacts in connector or to switch POWER SWITCH MAIN BOARD Short circuit RECORDER BOARD VHead Loading Power Supply Secondary failure due to overheating only.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Table 22. General Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution No monitoring functions and green Power Monitor is not connected to an AC line Connect the power cord to an AC line indicator does not illuminate when Power connector.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting Ultrasound Troubleshooting Table 23. Ultrasound Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution Ultrasound not functioning properly. Transducer not properly connected to Ensure that transducer is securely monitor. attached to monitor. Transducer placement. Wait before moving transducer; FHR often returns. Reposition transducer. Too little gel applied to transducer.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting External Uterine Activity Troubleshooting Table 25. External UA Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution Tocotransducer not recording contractions. Transducer not properly connected to Ensure that transducer is securely monitor. attached to monitor. Transducer not properly placed. Reposition transducer. Transducer not secured to patient.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting Internal UA Troubleshooting Table 26. Internal UA Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution Internal pressure not measuring correctly. Transducer not properly connected to Ensure transducer is securely attached monitor. to monitor. Air bubble in dome; or catheter blocked. Flush dome and catheter.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting Blood Pressure Troubleshooting Table 28. Blood Pressure Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution High reading. Measurement taken during uterine Annotate chart, then take a manual contraction. reading in-between contractions. If possible, cancel reading during contraction. Enable the monitor’s Smart BP feature.
Troubleshooting: General Troubleshooting Maternal Pulse Oximetry Troubleshooting Table 29. Maternal Pulse Oximetry Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Possible Solution COMM message shown in MSpO area of Communication error between the built- Contact Biomedical Engineering in MSpO module and the remainder of Department.
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This section of the manual provides parts lists for the 250 Series Monitor. Parts lists should be used in conjunction with the other chapters of this manual. GE makes every effort possible to provide the most up-to-date reference documentation for your equipment. However, in special cases involving field- installed upgrades, the revision level of a diagram or parts list in this manual may not reflect the revision level of your unit’s subassemblies.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) FRU List The following table offers details of each of the corresponding bubble numbers that appear on the exploded engineering-assembly drawings (tri-folded drawings at the end of this section). Serv.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) Serv. Manual Bubble Drawing Page Part Number Description Comments Number Number 2025177-022 Plastic Bezel w/cables DRU Depot repair only, do not ship to FE. Customers out of warranty may purchase 2025177-023 Keypad/Volume Pad FRU 2025177-026 Trim Knob and Switch 2025177-017...
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) FRU Main Reference Guide Drawing For quick reference use the following FRU Main Reference Guide drawing. The numbers in the bubbles coincide with the last three digits of the part number listed in the FRU list (e.g., -020 represents FRU P/N 2025177-020).
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) -009 -008 -029 SpO 2 Carrier Bd. w/Nellcor -010 SpO 2 Carrier Bd. w/Masimo -011 SpO 2 Carrier Bd. w/Datex -012 -007 Revision D 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 2020551-001...
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 2025177-003 Speaker Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Disconnect speaker cable from Main board connector J10. Remove nuts and flat washers fixing Speaker to mounting posts. Keep nuts and washers aside.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 18. Connect speaker cable to Main board connector J10. 19. Place Comm. board onto Main board. 20. Fasten Comm. board onto chassis with four screws. 21. Connect power supply cable to Main board connector J8. 22.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs Disconnect power-switch cable from front-bezel power-switch chassis-mounted connector. Remove cable-tie mount from side of chassis. Disconnect Power Supply cable from J1 connector on Recorder board. Disconnect Power Supply cable from J8 connector on Main board. Remove three flat-head screws from side of Power Supply.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 12. Connect 8-conductor Inverter cable to DSP board connector J1. 13. Connect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable to DSP board connector J2. 14. Place DSP board onto Main board. Use two screws to fasten DSP board to chassis.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 34. Connect MECG cable to MECG board connector. 35. Insert SpO Carrier board assembly onto Front-end Motherboard. 36. Connect MSpO cable to SpO Carrier board connector. 37. Insert Ultrasound board onto Front-end Motherboard. 38.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 20. Pull red tubes through chassis grommet away from Front-bezel. 21. Disconnect orange connector receptacle of power switch cable assembly from orange chassis-mounted plug. 22. Remove front bezel from chassis tabs. 23. Remove Ultrasound board from Front-end Motherboard. Remove SpO Carrier board assembly from Front-end Motherboard.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 55. Fasten four pan-head screws into back of Power Supply. 56. Fasten one pan-head screw into inside bottom of Power Supply. 57. Insert power supply power-switch connector into chassis. 58. Adhere new cable tie mount to side of chassis. 59.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 89. Insert MSpO cable beads into chassis bead clips. 90. Connect MECG cable to MECG board connector. 91. Connect MSpO cable to SpO Carrier board connector. 92. Connect Ultrasound cables to Ultrasound board connectors. The left- most Ultrasound connector US1 cable goes to the rear connector on Ultrasound board, J5.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 10. Disconnect 20-conductor Recorder ribbon cable from Recorder board connector 11. Disconnect power supply cable from J1 connector on Recorder board. 12. Disconnect Recorder EMC ground wire Fast-on connector from chassis tab. 13.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs Remove DSP board from Main board. Disconnect 10-conductor DSP-to-Keypad ribbon cable from DSP board connector J5. Disconnect 20-conductor Recorder ribbon cable from Recorder board connector Disconnect power supply cable from J1 connector on Recorder board. Disconnect Recorder EMC ground wire Fast-on connector from chassis tab.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 2025177-019 Cables Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Remove two screws fastening DSP board to chassis. Remove DSP board from Main board. Disconnect 8-conductor Inverter cable from DSP board connector J1. Disconnect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable from DSP board connector J2.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 25. Connect 8-conductor Inverter cable to DSP board connector J1. 26. Slide-on top cover. Re-insert screws. 2025177-020 Pneumatics Assembly Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Remove two screws fastening DSP board to chassis. Remove DSP board from Main board.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 2025177-021 Display Assembly Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Remove two screws fastening DSP board to chassis. Remove DSP board from Main board. Disconnect 8-conductor Inverter cable from DSP board connector J1. Disconnect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable from DSP board connector J2.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs Disconnect 8-conductor Inverter cable from DSP board connector J1. Disconnect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable from DSP board connector J2. Disconnect 10-conductor DSP-to-Keypad ribbon cable from DSP board connector J5. Remove one flat-head screw from each side of the monitor fastening the front bezel to chassis.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 36. Remove front bezel from chassis tabs. 37. Insert new front bezel into chassis tabs. 38. Push power switch in through front bezel. 39. Insert metal retaining clip into top and bottom bridges on power switch. Then push in tightly.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 2025177-023 Keypads Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Remove two screws fastening DSP board to chassis. Remove DSP board from Main board. Disconnect 8-conductor Inverter cable from DSP board connector J1. Disconnect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable from DSP board connector J2.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 31. Connect 8-conductor Inverter cable to DSP board connector J1. 32. Place DSP board onto Main board. Use two screws to fasten DSP board to chassis. 33. Slide-on top cover. Re-insert screws. 2025177-026 Trim Knob and Encoder Remove top cover.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 2025177-027 Power Switch Assembly Remove top cover. Keep screws aside. Remove two screws fastening DSP board to chassis. Remove DSP board from Main board. Disconnect 8-conductor Inverter cable from DSP board connector J1. Disconnect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable from DSP board connector J2.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs Disconnect 10-conductor DSP-to-Keypad ribbon cable from DSP board connector J5. Remove two screws fastening Pneumatics assembly to chassis. Remove clear section of tubing from E1 to PT1 on Main board. Remove clear section of tubing from E2 to PT2 on Main board. 10.
Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs 36. Connect 20-conductor DSP-to-LCD Decoder ribbon cable to DSP board connector J2. 37. Connect 10-conductor DSP-to-Keypad ribbon cable to DSP board connector J5. 38. Place DSP board onto Main board. Use two screws to fasten DSP board to chassis.
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Parts List, Drawings, and Replacement: Assembly/Disassembly of FRUs CAUTION The top cover gasket protects the inside of the unit from fluid spills. Whenever the monitor cover is removed during servicing, be sure to inspect the gasket, ensuring it is attached securely across the whole front of the top cover along the stamping line (just in from the edge).
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Technical Specifications This section contains a detailed list of the technical specifications for the 250 Series Monitor. Revision D 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 2020551-001...
Technical Specifications Operating Modes Operating Modes Table 2. Operating Mode Specifications CAUTION The monitor may produce incorrect results if operated outside the minimum specified parameter specifications in this table. FECG Mode Technique: Peak detecting, beat-to-beat cardiotachometer Heart Rate Counting Range: 30–240 bpm Heart Rate Resolution: ±...
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Technical Specifications Operating Modes Table 2. Operating Mode Specifications (Continued) MECG Mode Technique: Peak detecting, beat-to-beat cardiotachometer Maternal ECG Electrode Type: Medtronic 1700-003 or equivalent Leads Available: I, II, and III Heart Rate Counting Range: 30–240 bpm Heart Rate Resolution: ±...
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The 250 Series blood pressure parameter complies with the American Compliance: National Standard for Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometers [AAMI/ANSI SP10-1992]. The GE monitor values are based on the oscillometric method of noninvasive blood pressure measurement and correspond to comparisons with intra-aortic values within ANSI/AAMI Standards for accuracy.
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Technical Specifications Operating Modes Table 2. Operating Mode Specifications (Continued) Maternal Pulse Oximetry Mode (Masimo) Technique: Spectrophotometry and plethysmography. Sensor Accuracy Sensor Model LNOP DC-I, LNOP-Adt, LNCS PC-I, and LNCS-Adt ® Weight Range > 30 kg Saturation No Motion ± 2% Accuracy Motion ±...
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Technical Specifications Operating Modes Table 2. Operating Mode Specifications (Continued) Maternal Pulse Oximetry Mode (Masimo continued) Accuracy specified when used with Masimo SET pulse oximetry modules using PC or LNC series patient cables. Numbers represent ± 1 standard deviation.Plus or minus one standard deviation represents 68% of the population.SpO accuracy from 70% to 100%.Pulse Rate accuracy from 25 to 240 bpm.
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Technical Specifications Operating Modes Table 2. Operating Mode Specifications (Continued) Maternal Pulse Oximetry Mode (Ohmeda) Technique: Spectrophotometry and plethysmography Sensor Type OxiTip+ OXY-AP and OxiTip+ OXY-F Pulse Rate Accuracy: 30-250 bpm; ± 2 digits or ± 2%, whichever is greater (no motion) 30-250 bpm;...
Alarms Summary: For your notes 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor Revision D 2020551-001...
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Alarms Summary: Table B-1. Summary of 250 Series Alarms Type Condition Visible Advisory Audible Advisory An alarm setting (audio or high/low — displays to the left of the limit) is turned off. FHR mode title. Alarm Defaults Audio: on Volume: 5 Limits: High = 160 bpm, Low = 120 FHR limit (high or low) actively being FHR numeric flashes.
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Alarms Summary: Table B-1. Summary of 250 Series Alarms Type Condition Visible Advisory Audible Advisory Alarm Defaults — Audio: on Volume: 5 Limits: High = 120 bpm, Low = 50 Re-alarm: 120 sec MHR/P limit (high or low) actively MHR/P numeric flashes. Alternating high/low tones (if being violated.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility: For your notes 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor Revision D 2020551-001...
Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions The Corometrics 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. It is the responsibility of the customer or user to assure that the 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is used in such an environment.
Electromagnetic Compatibility: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. It is the responsibility of the customer or user to assure that the 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is used in such an environment. Immunity Test EN 60601 Test Level Compliance Level...
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Electromagnetic Compatibility: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. It is the responsibility of the customer or user to assure that the 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is used in such an environment. Immunity Test EN 60601 Test Level Compliance Level...
Electromagnetic Compatibility: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Recommended Separation Distances The table below provides the recommended separation distances (in meters) between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor. The 250 Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment on which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
The table below lists cables, transducers, and other applicable accessories with which GE Medical Systems claims EMC compliance. NOTE: Any supplied accessories that do not affect EMC compliance are not included.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part No Description Maximum Lengths 2023597-001 MASIMO SET adult reusable finger sensor 2025350-001 Nellcor MSpO INTERMED CABLE, 120 SERIES 170053 Nellcor OXYGEN XDCRS TOCO Cables 2264HAX Nautilus Tocotransducer Cable, Loop Style 2.4 m / 8 ft 2264LAX Nautilus Tocotransducer Cable, Button Style 3 m / 10 ft...
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