Enraf Nonius Endomed 482 Mode D'emploi page 49

6.3 Cleaning of accessories
6.3.1 Electrodes and sponge pads
The rubber electrodes should be cleaned with lukewarm water. For stubborn stains or dirt, cleaning and
disinfection of the rubber electrodes can be done using a 70% alcohol solution. During this process, the
black colouration of the rubber electrodes may be stained. This does not affect the operation of the
electrodes.
The sponge pads must be washed after use in warm water with a household cleaner. Then they must be
rinsed with water, drained thoroughly and then dried, after they have been placed like roofing tiles.
Damaged sponge pads must be replaced.
In areas where the water is soft, it is possible that the water may conduct poorly resulting in abnormally
low currents. In this case it is possible to use a saline solution to improve the conductivity of the water.
When the electrodes are not being used, the sponge pads should be removed. This increases the
operational life of the rubber electrodes. We advise that you should keep an extra set of sponge pads in
stock.
6.3.2 Patient cable
Check the cable regularly for damages and/or bad electrical contact. We also advise that you keep an
extra patient cable in stock.
6.4 Environment information
Your Endomed 482 contains materials which can be recycled and/or are noxious for the environment. At
the end of the duration of life, specialized concerns can take apart the Endomed 482 and sort out the
noxious materials and materials for recycling. By doing so you contribute to a better environment.
Please ensure that you are well informed of the local rules and regulations regarding to the
removal of equipment and accessories.
7 Diagnostics
7.1 Displays fail to light up
Check if the mains adapter is connected to the apparatus and mains supply.
7.2 Error code
The apparatus has discovered a fault during or after the self test. The error code consists of a 3 digit
number and appears on the current intensity display. Remove any applicators or cables from the output
sockets and switch the apparatus off and on again. If the code re-appears, contact your supplier. The
apparatus is probably defective.
7.3 Broken contact in the CC-mode
When contact is broken in the CC-mode, the equipment will indicate this with a beep-tone. In order to
avoid an unpleasant sensation for the patient, when the treatment head or electrode is placed back onto
the surface that is to be treated, the current will ramp down to 0. To continue the treatment, you will have
to set the current again.
7.4 Insufficient or no output current
• Check the patient cable for breaks or poor contact.
• Ensure that the sponges are sufficiently wet.
• If necessary, use a salt solution.
• Clean the electrodes.
• Check for poor contact.
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