Fluke QA-ES II User Manual

QA-ES II

Electrosurgical Analyzer

Users Manual

PN 2716032

October 2006

© 2006 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

Warranty and Product Support

Fluke Biomedical warrants this instrument against defects in materials and workmanship for one full year from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period, we will repair or, at our option, replace at no charge a product that proves to be defective, provided you return the product, shipping prepaid, to Fluke Biomedical. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse or as the result of service or modification by other than Fluke Biomedical. IN NO EVENT SHALL FLUKE BIOMEDICAL BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Only serialized products and their accessory items (those products and items bearing a distinct serial number tag) are covered under this one-year warranty. PHYSICAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY MISUSE OR PHYSICAL ABUSE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY. Items such as cables and nonserialized modules are not covered under this warranty.

Recalibration of instruments is not covered under the warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, province to province, or country to country. This warranty is limited to repairing the instrument to Fluke Biomedical’s specifications.

Warranty Disclaimer

Should you elect to have your instrument serviced and/or calibrated by someone other than Fluke Biomedical, please be advised that the original warranty covering your product becomes void when the tamper-resistant Quality Seal is removed or broken without proper factory authorization. We strongly recommend, therefore, that you send your instrument to Fluke Biomedical for factory service and calibration, especially during the original warranty period.

Notices

All Rights Reserved

♥ Copyright 2006, Fluke Biomedical. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language without the written permission of Fluke Biomedical.

Copyright Release

Fluke Biomedical agrees to a limited copyright release that allows you to reproduce manuals and other printed materials for use in service training programs and other technical publications. If you would like other reproductions or distributions, submit a written request to Fluke Biomedical.

Unpacking and Inspection

Follow standard receiving practices upon receipt of the instrument. Check the shipping carton for damage. If damage is found, stop unpacking the instrument. Notify the carrier and ask for an agent to be present while the instrument is unpacked. There are no special unpacking instructions, but be careful not to damage the instrument when unpacking it. Inspect the instrument for physical damage such as bent or broken parts, dents, or scratches.

Technical Support

For application support or answers to technical questions, either email [e-mail] or call 1-800- 648-7942 or 1-425-446-6945.

Claims

Our routine method of shipment is via common carrier, FOB origin. Upon delivery, if physical damage is found, retain all packing materials in their original condition and contact the carrier immediately to file a claim. If the instrument is delivered in good physical condition but does not operate within specifications, or if there are any other problems not caused by shipping damage, please contact Fluke Biomedical or your local sales representative.

Standard Terms and Conditions

Refunds and Credits

Please note that only serialized products and their accessory items (i.e., products and items bearing a distinct serial number tag) are eligible for partial refund and/or credit. Nonserialized parts and accessory items (e.g., cables, carrying cases, auxiliary modules, etc.) are not eligible for return or refund. Only products returned within 90 days from the date of original purchase are eligible for refund/credit. In order to receive a partial refund/credit of a product purchase price on a serialized product, the product must not have been damaged by the customer or by the carrier chosen by the customer to return the goods, and the product must be returned complete (meaning with all manuals, cables, accessories, etc.) and in “as new” and resalable condition. Products not returned within 90 days of purchase, or products which are not in “as new” and resalable condition, are not eligible for credit return and will be returned to the customer. The Return Procedure (see below) must be followed to assure prompt refund/credit.

Restocking Charges

Products returned within 30 days of original purchase are subject to a minimum restocking fee of 15 %. Products returned in excess of 30 days after purchase, but prior to 90 days, are subject to a minimum restocking fee of 20 %. Additional charges for damage and/or missing parts and accessories will be applied to all returns.

Return Procedure

All items being returned (including all warranty-claim shipments) must be sent freight-prepaid to our factory location. When you return an instrument to Fluke Biomedical, we recommend using United Parcel Service, Federal Express, or Air Parcel Post. We also recommend that you insure your shipment for its actual replacement cost. Fluke Biomedical will not be responsible for lost shipments or instruments that are received in damaged condition due to improper packaging or handling.

Use the original carton and packaging material for shipment. If they are not available, we recommend the following guide for repackaging:

Use a double–walled carton of sufficient strength for the weight being shipped.

Use heavy paper or cardboard to protect all instrument surfaces. Use nonabrasive material around all projecting parts.

Use at least four inches of tightly packed, industry-approved, shock-absorbent material around the instrument.

Returns for partial refund/credit:

Every product returned for refund/credit must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number, obtained from our Order Entry Group at 1-800-648-7952 or 1-425-446-6945.

Repair and calibration:

To find the nearest service center, go to www.flukebiomedical.com/service or

In the U.S.A.:

Cleveland Calibration Lab

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Everett Calibration Lab

Tel: 1-888-99 FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)

Email: [e-mail]

In Europe, Middle East, and Africa:

Eindhoven Calibration Lab

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In Asia:

Everett Calibration Lab

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Certification

This instrument was thoroughly tested and inspected. It was found to meet Fluke Biomedical’s manufacturing specifications when it was shipped from the factory. Calibration measurements are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Devices for which there are no NIST calibration standards are measured against in-house performance standards using accepted test procedures.

WARNING

Unauthorized user modifications or application beyond the published specifications may result in electrical shock hazards or improper operation. Fluke Biomedical will not be responsible for any injuries sustained due to unauthorized equipment modifications.

Restrictions and Liabilities

Information in this document is subject to change and does not represent a commitment by Fluke Biomedical. Changes made to the information in this document will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. No responsibility is assumed by Fluke Biomedical for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by Fluke Biomedical, or by its affiliated dealers.

Manufacturing Location

The QA-ES II Electrosurgical Analyzer is manufactured in Norway for Fluke Biomedical, 6920 Seaway Blvd., Everett, WA, U.S.A.

Table of Contents

Title	Page
Introduction ....................................................................................................................	1
Safety .............................................................................................................................	2
Specifications .................................................................................................................	4
General......................................................................................................................	4
Measurement.............................................................................................................	6
Controls and Connections ..............................................................................................	7
Main Switch On and Off .................................................................................................	10
Analyzer Menu and Function Keys.................................................................................	10
LCD Display Menu Messages ...................................................................................	11
Start-up Screen.....................................................................................................	11
Main Menu ............................................................................................................	11
SHOW CHOICES (F1)..........................................................................................	12
KNOB PARAM. (F2) .............................................................................................	12
START (F3) ..........................................................................................................	12
SETUP (F4) ..........................................................................................................	13
QUIT MENU (F5) ..................................................................................................	13
PRINT HEADER (F3) ...........................................................................................	13
REMOTE CONTR. (F4) ........................................................................................	13

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Printout......................................................................................................................	13
Foot Switch Output ........................................................................................................	14
ESU Tests with the Analyzer .........................................................................................	14
Power Output Tests ..................................................................................................	15
Continuous Operation Test .......................................................................................	16
Single Operation Test ...............................................................................................	16
Power Distribution Test .............................................................................................	17
HF Current Leakage Test..........................................................................................	18
Test Procedure.....................................................................................................	19
Measuring Leakage Current with HF Isolated Equipment ....................................	19
Measuring Leakage Current with Grounded HF Equipment.................................	21
REM Alarm Test........................................................................................................	21
Foot Switch Control .......................................................................................................	23
Monopolar Testing ....................................................................................................	24
Cut Activation .......................................................................................................	24
Coag Activation ....................................................................................................	24
Bipolar Testing ..........................................................................................................	24
Cleaning the Analyzer....................................................................................................	24

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		List of Tables
Table	Title	Page
1.	Symbols.................................................................................................................................	3
2.	Controls and Connectors.......................................................................................................	9
3.	Load Resistance....................................................................................................................	16
4.	Leakage Resistance ..............................................................................................................	19
5.	Foot Switch Connections.......................................................................................................	23
		List of Figures
Figure	Title	Page
1.	Controls and Connectors.......................................................................................................	7
2.	Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................	8
3.	Test Results Printout .............................................................................................................	14
4.	ESU Power Output Test ........................................................................................................	15
5.	Power Distribution Test .........................................................................................................	17
6.	Test Setup A..........................................................................................................................	20
7.	Test Setup B..........................................................................................................................	20
8.	Test Setup C .........................................................................................................................	21
9.	Test Setup D .........................................................................................................................	21
10.	REM Alarm Test Setup..........................................................................................................	22

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Introduction

The QA-ES II Electrosurgical Analyzer (hereafter called the Analyzer) is a precision instrument for use in performing tests on high-frequency electrosurgical units (ESU) in accordance with national and international standards. It is for use by trained service technicians. Tests include:

•Automatic power distribution measurement

•Crest factor measurement

•RF leak measurement

•Return electrode monitor (REM) test

The Analyzer conducts testing by measuring the ESU output against test loads set and adjusted in the Analyzer. The Analyzer can automatically execute a power distribution test with a load resistance ranging from 10

ohms to 5200 ohms. The Analyzer automatically measures crest factor with a bandwidth of 2.5 MHz (with loads), ensuring that the test result is reliable and reproducible.

Test results shown in the Analyzer’s LCD display can be printed out directly or transferred to a PC via the Ansur QA-ES Plug-in test automation software. The Ansur QA-ES Plug-in software allows you to design test protocols, remotely control the Analyzer, and store test results.

Carefully unpack all items from the box and check that you have the items listed under Standard Accessories.

If you are missing any of these items, or if you find a damaged item, follow the procedures found in the Unpacking and Inspection Notices in the front of this manual.

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