GE Solar 8000M/i Service Manual

GE Healthcare

Solar™ 8000M/i patient monitor

Service Manual

Software Version 5

NOTE: The information in this manual applies to Solar 8000i and Solar 8000M Patient Monitors. Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice.

NOTE: For technical documentation purposes, the abbreviation GE is used for the legal entity name, GE Medical Systems Information Technologies.

Listed below are GE Medical Systems Information Technologies trademarks. All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

APEX, DASH, MUSE, RSVP, SOLAR, TRAM, TRIM KNOB, and UNITY NETWORK are trademarks of GE Medical Systems Information Technologies registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

CARESCAPE is a trademark of GE Medical Systems Information Technologies.

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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Manual information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Revision history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Intended audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Ordering manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Responsibility of the manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Warnings, cautions, and notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Equipment symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Service information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Service requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Equipment identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2 Equipment overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

System components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Solar 8000M/i patient monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Solar 8000M/i patient monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

iPanel computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

UnityView remote display controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Tram-rac housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Patient Data Module (PDM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Connectivity devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

PRN 50/PRN 50-M digital writer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7

Laser printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Remote control or keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Remote displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Device compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Acquisition modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Peripheral devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Unity Network devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11

Interfacing with other peripheral devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

Theory of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Block diagram of internal connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Processor board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22

Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

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3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Back panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

TRAM-NET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

ETHERNET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

VGA VID 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

DFP VID 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

RS-232 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

RS-232 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Front panel connectors and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

M-Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Power up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

TRAM-NET communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Internal hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Ethernet communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

About ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

Twisted pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Network terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

4 Maintenance and checkout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Manufacturer recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Manufacturer responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Preventive maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Visual inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Cleaning precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Exterior cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Cleaning, disinfecting and storing GE ECG cables and leadwires . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Electrical safety tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Power outlet test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Ground (earth) integrity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Ground (earth) wire leakage current tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Enclosure leakage current test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12

Patient (source) leakage current test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Patient (sink) leakage current test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14

Test completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

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Checkout procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Required tools and equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

Parameter tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22

Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36

Maintenance Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37

“Visual inspection” on page 4-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37

“Cleaning” on page 4-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37

“Electrical safety tests” on page 4-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37

“Checkout procedure” on page 4-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37

Repair Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39

5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Terms used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Abort (main code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

Boot loader or boot code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Cold start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Continue (main code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Monitor memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Protected memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Power cycle or reboot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Service mode (main code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Service menu (boot code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Warm start (boot code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Country selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Set language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Service menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Boot code Service Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Main code SERVICE MODE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Fault analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

AC line voltage test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

120 VAC, 50/60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

240 VAC, 50/60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Problems and solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

LED troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16

Troubleshooting software updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

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Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

Reviewing error/event logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Accessing error/event logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

Useful error data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

Get error logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27

Get logs via PC using netUpdate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27

6 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Configuring a patient monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Set unit name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Set bed number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3

Patient monitor type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Set graph locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Admit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Set line frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Set defib sync voltage and pulse width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Set country selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Set language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Calibrate touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Advanced user procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Set time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Change software level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10

Enable options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Transfer monitor defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Change Ethernet address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Set internet address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Power cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

7 Field replaceable units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Ordering parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Field replaceable units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Hardware kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Keypads and remote controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

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Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Disassembly procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Appendix A – Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Solar 8000M/i patient monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Tram-rac 2 and 4A module housings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Tram modules and Solar parameter functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7

Dual temperature module (400 and 700 series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-15

Capnostat mainstream CO

module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18

SvO

ICG module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-19

BIS/EEG module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20

Patient Data Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-21

Solar SpO

Solar 8000M/i display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-22

Masimo SET module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-21

Purchaser’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-22

Medical-grade displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-22

Non-medical grade displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-23

Required specifications for non-medical grade CRT displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-24

Recommended specifications for non-medical grade CRT displays . . . . . . . . . .A-25

Required specifications for non-medical grade digital flat panel displays . . . . . .A-26

Recommended specifications for non-medical grade digital flat panel displays .A-27

module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16

Appendix B – Electromagnetic compatibility . . . . . . . . . B-1

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration — electromagnetic emissions . . . . . . .B-2

Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration — electromagnetic immunity . . . . . . . .B-3

Recommended separation distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-5

Compliant cables and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-6

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1 Introduction

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Manual information

Revision history

Each page of the document has the document part number and revision letter at the bottom of the page. The revision letter changes whenever

the document is updated.

Intended use

Introduction: Manual information

Revision Comment

A Initial release

B Updated document with editorial changes.

C Updated document with cpu and related hardware

changes.

Intended audience

Ordering manuals

This manual supplies technical information for service representatives and technical personnel so they can maintain the equipment to the assembly level. Use it as a guide for maintenance and electrical repairs considered field repairable. Where necessary the manual identifies additional sources of relevant information and technical assistance.

See the operator’s manual for the instructions necessary to operate the equipment safely in accordance with its function and intended use.

This manual is intended for service representatives and technical personnel who maintain, troubleshoot, or repair this equipment.

A paper copy of this manual will be provided upon request. Contact your local GE representative and request the part number on the first page of the manual.

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Introduction: Safety information

Safety information

Responsibility of the manufacturer

GE is responsible for the effects of safety, reliability, and performance only if:

 Assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or

repairs are carried out by persons authorized by GE.

 The electrical installation of the relevant room complies with the

requirements of the appropriate regulations.

 The equipment is used in accordance with the instructions for use.

General

This device is intended for use under the direct supervision of a licensed health care practitioner.

This device is not intended for home use.

Federal law restricts this device to be sold by or on the order of a physician.

Contact GE for information before connecting any devices to the equipment that are not recommended in this manual.

Parts and accessories used must meet the requirements of the applicable EN 60601 series safety standards, and/or the system configuration must meet the requirements of the EN 60601-1-1 medical electrical systems standard.

Periodically, and whenever the integrity of the device is in doubt, test all functions.

The use of accessory equipment not complying with the equivalent safety requirements of this equipment may lead to a reduced level of safety of the resulting system. Consideration relating to the choice shall include:

 use of the accessory in the patient vicinity; and

 evidence that the safety certification of the accessory has been

performed in accordance to the appropriate EN 60601-1 and/or EN 60601-1-1 harmonized national standard.

If the installation of the equipment, in the USA, will use 240V rather than 120V, the source must be a center-tapped, 240V, single-phase circuit.

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Warnings, cautions, and notes

The terms danger, warning, and caution are used throughout this manual to point out hazards and to designate a degree or level or seriousness. Familiarize yourself with their definitions and significance.

Hazard is defined as a source of potential injury to a person.

DANGER indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury or product/property damage.

NOTE provides application tips or other useful information to assure that you get the most from your equipment.

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Equipment symbols

Introduction: Safety information

NOTE: Some symbols may not appear on all equipment.

ATTENTION: Consult accompanying documents.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

NOTE: The rating of protection against electric shock (indicated by symbol for CF or BF) is achieved only when used with patient applied parts recommended by GE.

TYPE CF APPLIED PART: Isolated (floating) applied part suitable for intentional external and internal application to the patient including direct cardiac application. “Paddles” outside the box indicate the applied part is defibrillator proof. [Medical Standard Definition:] F-type applied part (floating/isolated) complying with the specified requirements of IEC/EN/UL 60601-1 Medical Standards to provide a higher degree of protection against electric shock than that provided by type BF applied parts.

TYPE BF APPLIED PART: Isolated (floating) applied part suitable for intentional external and internal application to the patient excluding direct cardiac application. “Paddles” outside the box indicate the applied part is defibrillator proof. [Medical Standard Definition:] F-type applied part (floating/isolated) complying with the specified requirements of IEC/EN/UL 60601-1 Medical Standards to provide a higher degree of protection against electric shock than that provided by type B applied parts.

TYPE B APPLIED PART: Non-isolated applied part suitable for intentional external and internal application to the patient excluding direct cardiac application. [Medical Standard Definition:] Applied part complying with the specified requirements of IEC/ EN/UL 60601-1 Medical Standards to provide protection against electric shock, particularly regarding allowable leakage current.

Fuse

Equipotential Stud: A ground wire from another device can be tied here to ensure the devices share a common reference.

Alternating current (AC)

Power; I = ON; O = OFF

Medical Equipment

With respect to electric shock, fire and mechanical hazards only in accordance with UL 60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 601.1, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2-27, IEC 60601-2-30, IEC

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60601-2-34, and IEC 60601-2-49.

2006-04

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This symbol indicates that the waste of electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste and must be collected separately. Please contact an authorized representative of the manufacturer for information concerning the decommissioning of your equipment.

This symbol indicates the date of manufacture of this device. The first four digits identify the year and the last two digits identify the month.

Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation: To indicate elevated, potentially dangerous, levels of non-ionizing radiation. Note - In case of application in a warning sign the rules according to ISO 3864-1 shall be adhered to.

IEC 60878 note: See safety sign ISO 7010 - W005 “Warning, non-ionizing radiation”.

Manufacturer name and address.

European authorized representative.

NOTE

The following symbols (required by China law only) are representative of what you may see on your equipment.

The number in the symbol indicates the EFUP period in years, as explained below. Check the symbol on your equipment for its EFUP period. This symbol indicates the product contains hazardous materials in excess of the limits established by the Chinese standard SJ/T11363-2006 Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products. The number in the symbol is the Environment-friendly User Period (EFUP), which indicates the period during which the toxic or hazardous substances or elements contained in electronic information products will not leak or mutate under normal operating conditions so that the use of such electronic information products will not result in any severe environmental pollution, any bodily injury or damage to any assets. The unit of the period is “Year”. In order to maintain the declared EFUP, the product shall be operated normally according to the instructions and environmental conditions as defined in the product manual, and periodic maintenance schedules specified in Product Maintenance Procedures shall be followed strictly. Consumables or certain parts may have their own label with an EFUP value less than the product. Periodic replacement of those consumables or parts to maintain the declared EFUP shall be done in accordance with the Product Maintenance Procedures. This product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, and must be collected separately and handled properly after decommissioning.

This symbol indicates that this electronic information product does not contain any toxic or hazardous substance or elements above the maximum concentration value established by the Chinese standard SJ/T11363-2006, and can be recycled after being discarded, and should not be casually discarded.

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Service information

Service requirements

Follow the service requirements listed below.

 Refer equipment servicing to GE authorized service personnel only.

 Any unauthorized attempt to repair equipment under warranty voids

 It is the user’s responsibility to report the need for service to GE or to

 Failure on the part of the responsible individual, hospital, or

 Regular maintenance, irrespective of usage, is essential to ensure

Equipment identification

Introduction: Service information

that warranty.

one of their authorized agents.

institution using this equipment to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards.

that the equipment will always be functional when required.

Every GE device has a unique serial number for identification. A sample of the information found on a serial number label is shown below.

### ## ## #### # #

ABCDEF

Description

A product code

B year manufactured

C fiscal week manufactured

D production sequence number

E manufacturing site

F miscellaneous characteristic

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2 Equipment overview

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Equipment overview: System components

System components

Solar 8000M/i patient monitoring system

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitoring system consists of the following standard components:

 Solar 8000M/i processing unit

 Display

 Keypad and/or remote control

 Two possible acquisition devices:

 Tram-rac housing with acquisition module(s)

 Patient Data Module (also referred to as PDM)

Optional components include:

 iPanel™ computer

 Clinical Information Center (central station)

 Remote display, VGA and DFP

NOTE

Available on Solar 8000M and Solar 8000i patient monitors with dual display capability.

 Printer PRN 50/PRN 50-M

 Unity Network™ ID connectivity device

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Equipment overview: System components

Solar 8000M/i patient monitor

The patient monitor consists of a Solar 8000M/i processing unit with compatible display purchased from GE or another vendor.

The processing unit is the center of the Solar 8000M/i patient monitoring system. It provides the user controls, the processors to communicate with various patient monitoring modules, and it analyzes patient data. It can display up to eight different waveforms at one time. System software may be updated using a laptop computer connected to the Solar 8000M/i processing unit or the Unity Network or from a Clinical Information Center (CIC) on the Unity Network.

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042B

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iPanel computer

Equipment overview: System components

The iPanel computer is a self contained medical grade computer with flat panel display for use in the patient area. The iPanel contains the iPanel software that provides one touch access to patient data on the enterprise network. The iPanel application is compatible with the following patient data web portals:

 Centricity CIV

 Centricity CV Cardiology Web

 MUSE CV Web

 Centricity Enterprise Web

UnityView remote display controller

The UnityView remote display controller consists of a remote display controller with a compatible display purchased from GE or another vendor. The controller connects to the Unity Network and may be configured to display any patient waveforms broadcasted on the network for better visibility as a remote full-view display, or as an in-room telemetry display.

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Tram-rac housing

Equipment overview: System components

The Tram-rac housing (remote acquisition case) acquires patient data for the patient monitor. There are two Tram-rac housings available for the monitor:

 Tram-rac 2 housing — holds one Tram module.

 Tram-rac 4A housing — holds one Tram module and two additional

single-high modules.

See the Tram-rac Housing Service Manual for additional information. Shown below is a Tram-rac 4A housing with a Tram module and two single parameter modules inserted.

005B

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Equipment overview: System components

Patient Data Module (PDM)

The Patient Data Module (PDM) acquires patient data for the patient monitor. See the Patient Data Module service manual for additional information.

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Connectivity devices

The Unity Network ID connectivity device acquires digital data from eight individually isolated serial ports. The data is collected from up to eight peripheral devices (not necessarily manufactured by GE), then the device transmits the formatted data to the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor. See the appropriate connectivity device service manual for additional information.

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Equipment overview: System components

PRN 50/PRN 50-M digital writer

The PRN 50/PRN 50-M digital writer thermally records patient data on a paper strip. Any parameter or trace that can be monitored on a monitor can be graphed by the writer. Graphs initiate automatically when an alarm is activated, or they can be initiated manually from the monitor.

Laser printer

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NOTE

The PRN 50-M digital writer is an M-Port device. To make an AutoPort device (such as PRN 50) M-Port compatible, use the AutoPort to M-Port adapter, pn 2001973-001.

An optional laser printer can be connected directly to the monitor via one of the M-Ports. The laser printer must have a serial port, and an interface adapter is required for the cable between the laser printer and the monitor. Refer to the instructions provided in Laser Printer Support Kit, pn 2013421-001, for details on the interface adapter and installing a serial card in a laser printer.

WARNINGS

SHOCK HAZARD. Laser printers are UL 60950/EN 60950 certified equipment, which may not meet the leakage current requirements of patient care equipment. This equipment must not be located in the patient vicinity unless the medical system standard EN 60601-1-1 is followed.

Do not connect a laser printer to a multiple portable socket outlet (MPSO) supplying patient care equipment. The use of an MPSO for a system will result in an enclosure leakage current equal to the sum of all the individual earth leakage currents of the system if there is an interruption of the MPSO protective earth conductor.

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Equipment overview: System components

Remote control or keypad

The remote control or keypad provides all patient monitor controls on a portable component with a TRIM KNOB control, and allows the user to operate the patient monitor from across a room. Eighteen hard keys are configured for adult, neonatal, or operating room applications. The keypad can be mounted on the display or on a separate holster that has various mounting configurations.

Remote displays

004B

Depending on your Solar 8000M/i configuration, there are up to two VGA (CRT/analog flat panel) ports and two DFP (digital flat panel) ports for remote viewing.

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Equipment overview: Device compatibility

Device compatibility

The tables in this section are current as of the publication date of this manual and are subject to change. For current information, contact your Service or Sales Representative.

Acquisition modules

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor is compatible with the following acquisition modules.

Patient Data Module (Nellcor OxiMax SpO

Patient Data Module (Masimo SpO

SvO2 Module

Dual Temp Module, Series 700

Dual Temp Module, Series 400

Dual BP Module

BP Module

BP/Dual Temp Module

GE SpO2 Module

Masimo SET SpO2 Module

Capnostat Mainstream EtCO2 Module

Capnostat Mainstream Module

Capnostat Dual CO2 Module

Pryon Mainstream Module

Pryon Sidestream Module

SAM Module

)

SAM80 Module

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 2 BP, NIBP, SpO2

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 3 BP, NIBP, SpO2

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 4 BP, SpO2

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, NIBP, SpO2

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 4 BP, NIBP, SpO2 (GE)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 4 BP, NIBP, SpO2 (Nellcor)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 4 BP, NIBP, SpO2 (Nellcor OxiMax)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, 4 BP, NIBP, SpO2 (Masimo)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, SpO2 (GE)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, SpO2 (Nellcor)

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, SpO2 (Nellcor OxiMax)

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Peripheral devices

Equipment overview: Device compatibility

Tram Module w/ECG, Resp, CO, SpO2 (Masimo)

tcpO2/pCO2 Module

Respiratory Mechanics Module

Impedance Cardiograph Module

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor is compatible with the following peripheral devices.

Device Interface

Solar 8000M/i Remote M-Port

Solar 8000M/i Keypad M-Port

PRN 50 M-Port with M-Port compatible PRN50

RAC 4A Comm TRAM-NET

RAC 4A DAS TRAM-NET

RAC 2 TRAM-NET

Unity Network ID M-Port

RM Module M-Port with M-Port compatible RM module

Serial download RS-232 1

Elo Touchscreen RS-232 2

Remote Alarm M-Port

Laser printer M-Port

iPanel Computer

1. Solar 8000i patient monitor only.

RS-232 1

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Unity Network devices

Equipment overview: Device compatibility

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor is compatible with the following Unity Network devices.

Device Device

ADU/Pager LAN MARS 5000/8000

ApexPro MUSE

Aware Gateway Octacomm

CDT-LAN QS

CIC RSVP

CIC Pro C Solar 7000/8000

Dash 2000 Solar 8000M

Dash 3000/4000/5000 Solar 9000/9500

Eagle 3000 ST Guard

Eagle 4000 Tramscope 12

HL7 Outbound Auto View

ICMMS/Service Web CO2 Module

StatView Transcutaneous Module

iPanel Unity Network ID interface

Impact Pager Unity Network IS Patient Viewer

Managed Care Unity Network Patient Data Server

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Equipment overview: Device compatibility

Interfacing with other peripheral devices

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor can interface with other peripheral bedside monitoring devices through an Unity Network ID connectivity device. For a list of supported devices, see the Unity Network Interface Device (ID) Service Manual.

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Equipment overview: Theory of operation

Theory of operation

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor consists of a processor board, a power supply board, and a speaker. Software running on the processor board processes incoming data, services the communication channels and performs the general functions. System software may be updated using a laptop computer connected to the Solar 8000M/i processing unit or the Unity Network or from a Clinical Information Center (CIC) on the Unity Network.

The following theory of operation provides an overview of the various functional circuit boards in the monitor.

AC Power

Ethernet

TRAM-NET 1

TRAM-NET 2/ePort*

Serial Port 1 Serial Port 2

DFP 1 DFP 2

VGA 1 VGA 2

*ePort available on 801586-003 only.

Power Supply

Power

harness

Processor Board

Speak

Keypa

M-Por

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Equipment overview: Theory of operation

Block diagram of internal connections

Power Supply

Assembly

Processor

Board

Speaker

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Processor board

Equipment overview: Theory of operation

The processor board processes acquired data for the generation of displayed information, audible alarms, and supports communication channels for the acquisition system, serial peripherals and the Unity Network.

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Core processing system

Equipment overview: Theory of operation

The core processing system of the processor board is the microprocessor, the memory subsystem and the peripheral set.

The microprocessor

The Motorola PowerPC MPC860P, operating internally at 66.66 MHz and 33.33 MHz externally, is the microprocessor used in the Solar 8000M/i processor PCB. The MPC860P consists of a PowerPC core with a System Interface Unit (SIU) and Communications Processor Module (CPM).

The main facilities integrated into the MPC860P include:

 PowerPC Core including:

 16k of Dual ported RAM for registers and microcode

 A Memory Management Unit (MMU)

 16 kByte Instruction Cache

 8 kByte Data Cache

 System Integration Unit (SIU) including:

 Memory Controller and Wait State Generator via Eight(8)

General Purpose Chip-Select Machines (GPCM) and two(2) Universal Programmable Machines (UPM)

 Development Port/Background Debug Monitor

 System Configuration and Protections such as the Bus Monitor,

Software Watchdog Timer, and Periodic Interrupt Timer

 PLL Clock synthesizer

 Communication Processor Module (CPM) including:

 One (1) Fast Ethernet Channel (Media Independent Interface)

 Four SCCs, all of which can do IEEE 802.3 Ethernet

 Two SMCs (UARTs)

 One SPI Interface

 One I2C Interface

 Seven IRQ lines

 I/O port pin banks, some of which can be programmed to

generate an interrupt when a condition is present

A Development Port, commonly referred to as a Background Debug Monitor (BDM) debug port on other processors, is resident in the MPC860 to assist in debugging and troubleshooting the processor operation.

NOTE

The MPC860 is +5V I/O tolerant on all of its pins except for the clock input. This is important because the signals from the TRAM-NET Hub are +5V signal levels.

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Equipment overview: Theory of operation

Memory subsystem

The processor PCB provides the memory resources necessary for code storage and execution, and nonvolatile and configuration data storage by providing the following:

 FLASH Memory for Boot Code, Main Code and Parametric (TMSS)

Storage Memory,

 DRAM Memory for Code Execution and Volatile Data Storage, and,

 SRAM Memory that is battery backed for Nonvolatile Data Storage.

 EEPROM Memory for network configuration data.

The memory subsystem utilizes the memory controller facility of the MPC860. This allows for the addresses, strobe generation and wait stating to be under software control.

Peripheral set

Clock Source – The central clock source for the processor PCB is a crystal oscillator with a frequency of 14.7456 MHz.

Power monitor, watchdog and battery switch – The MAX793 provides the following facilities:

 Power-on reset

 Battery switchover

 Battery charge level indication (battery OK)

 Power going away indication (Low Line)

 SRAM chip select gating

 Manual reset input

 Watchdog facility

Real time clock – The Epson RTC-8593AA is the Real Time Clock (RTC) used. It is an I2C RTC with an internal crystal and can operate with a supply voltage of +3.3V. The storage of the year will have to be done in another location since this RTC has only 2 bits for storage of the year. The RTC must be battery backed to insure that the time is continued to be kept during power down periods. The I2C address for the RTC is “1011xxxx”.

Serial EEPROM – The serial EEPROM used is a Xicor X24165. The X24165 is a 16k bit part organized as 2k x 8, I2C compatible and a +3.3V part. The data stored in the EEPROM would be the Ethernet Address, IP Address, Software level, product type, year and Power-Applied Indication. The I2C address for the EEPROM is “1010001x”.

NOTE

The serial EEPROM on the Solar 8000M/i processor PCB is not removable.

Audio tone generation and output amplifier – The Solar 8000M/i processor PCB provides audio output for alarm and parameter tones.

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Video system

Equipment overview: Theory of operation

FPGA logic chip – The Processor PCB has one (1) Field Programmable Gate Array logic chip on the board to provide the PCI host bridge interface, the TRAM-NET strobe processing, the M-port support and a revision port. The FPGA used is an Altera 6016 FLEX FPGA. The FPGA is configured at power up by the Boot Code startup software loading the FPGA configuring data into the FPGA. Therefore the FPGA does not contain any functionality that is needed to allow the MPC860 to access and execute Boot Code or any other necessary facilities needed to get the processor PCB initialized at startup. In addition, any signal lines that the FPGA drives must be able to accommodate the fact that at power up the FPGA lines are high impedance until the FPGA is programmed.

NOTE

The FPGA must be 5V I/O tolerant since it is interfacing the older +5V technology parts such as the TRAM-NET Hub.

The video system consists of one video accelerator and two duplicate sets of CRT and flat panel buffers. A maximum of two analog and two digital flat panel displays can be used.

A 65.00 MHz clock oscillator is used to drive the video system. The MPC860 accesses the video systems over the PCI Bus using the Host Bridge implementation within the FPGA.

Video system components

The video system has a video graphics chip, some discretes and connectors for VGA (RGB) and DFP (Digital Flat Panel) video displays as well as a RS-232 serial port to provide for a Touchscreen input.

Video graphics chip – The video graphics accelerator chip has the following facilities:

 4 Mbytes of internal memory

 A bandwidth of 800 Mbytes/second minimum

 RAMDAC for direct VGA/RGB output

 Flat Panel Drive (using SiI164 components)

 Programmable Ports Pins

VGA video output – The RGB output from the graphics accelerator is used to generate the video signals output on the 15 pin VGA video connectors.

DFP video output – Flat Panel drive signals from the video accelerator are interfaced to a Silicon Image SiI164’s.The SiI164’s convert signals to transition Minimized Differential Signaling (TMDS) levels before connection to the 20 pin MDR DFP connectors.

RS-232 serial ports

The RS-232 serial ports provide the interface to the iPanel computer (RS-232 1) and serial communication devices such as a touchscreen display. See the Communication System for detailed discussion.

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Communication system

Equipment overview: Theory of operation

PCI bus implementation

The PCI Bus is used to communicate with the video accelerator and two (2) expansion slots. The PCI Bus is a 32 bit, 33MHz implementation. The PCI Bus interface to the MPC860 Bus was accomplished by implementing a purchased Intellectual Property (IP) design in the FPGA for a Host Bridge and PCI Bus Arbiter.

Ethernet for unity

The Processor PCB provides one (1) IEEE 802.3 10BaseT compliant Ethernet port. This port is implemented using an SCC within the MPC860 and an LXT905 Serial Interface Adapter. An Ethernet Port Address label is affixed to the connector bracket and visible to the user without disassembly.

Processor SCC channel – The first Serial Communication Controller (SCC) is used to implement the Ethernet channel.

Serial interface adapter – The LXT905 is used as the Serial Interface Adapter (SIA) for each Ethernet channel.

TRAM-NET (2 ports)

The Processor PCB provides an interface to the GEHC proprietary Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) network, TRAM-NET, by providing a TRAM-NET Controller (TNC) and a Hub facility. The TRAM-NET 1 port provides TRAM-NET communication only for connection to the Tram-rac 4A or Tram-rac 2. The TRAM-NET 2/ePort port provides TRAM-NET communication or ePort communication for connection to the PDM with an ePort cable. When the TRAM-NET 2/ePort connector is connected to PDM, the connection uses ethernet through the Broadcom ethernet switch.

Processor SCC channel – The MPC860 fourth Serial Communication Controller (SCC) is used to implement the TRAM-NET Controller. This is done by operating the SCC in transparent mode and using software to provide the functionality that was originally provided by an external communications processor.

Hub – The Hub chip is the Solar 9000 FPGA implementation. It accommodates the TNC port as well as four (4) external ports functioning as a “Header Hub”. The Header Hub “turns the signal around” by sending the “Up” signal out on the “down” path, generates the carrier sense signal so that the TNC will not cause an “out of window” collision, generates Collision Presence signals at the detection of a collision, and retimes the bits.

NOTE

The signals out of the Hub are at +5V signal levels, so any +3.3V devices interfacing to the Hub must be +5V tolerant.

Drivers and receivers – The DS8923 Dual Differential Driver/Receiver pair is used to convert the signals between the TRAM-NET differential RS-422 level and TTL levels.

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Equipment overview: Theory of operation

Isolation – The TRAM-NET signals are electrically isolated with signal transformers. The TRAM-NET power source is not isolated before being delivered to the TRAM-NET network.

ESD protection scheme – The typical diode/transzorb pair is employed to clamp the TRAM-NET connector pins to the common return plane. Since the TRAM-NET is really not an electrically isolated network, the need for maintaining isolation in the ESD protection scheme is not present.

M-Ports (4)

ID signal – The ID Signal is generated using a Dallas Semiconductor 1Wire Line Driver chip, DS2480. The DS2480 is interfaced by the MPC860's SCC3, which is multiplexed in the FPGA across the four (4) MPorts. The benefit of the DS2480 is that it relieves the MPC860 of doing most of the timing for the interface to the 1-Wire memory device, such as the DS2430 out in the DIDCA device. Also it improves noise immunity by reading at the latest possible time and it minimizes emissions by driving the line with a controlled edge rate and controlled drive current. The rate at which the DS2480 can receive new commands or transfer additional bytes of data is synchronized by the MPC860 waiting for a received character interrupt response from the DS2480 before it can load the next character. The ID signal has its own Return line. The ID Signal and its Return share the RJ-45 connector pins that the M-Port Ethernet 10 Base T Transmit differential pair uses. The functionality of the shared connector pins is determined by a relay under software control.

RS-232/UART interface – The M-Port RS-232 interface is provided by a Philips SC28L194 Quad UART (one UART per M-Port) and an Analog Devices ADM202E RS-232 Driver/Receiver. The SC28L194 Quad UART has sixteen (16) byte FIFO's on both the receiver and transmitter and I/O port pins that function as status LED drive signals. The benefit of the FIFOing is to reduce the overhead to the MPC860 to service the UART's. The Quad UART uses the auto vectored interrupt on level 3.

Ethernet facility – A Broadcom Ethernet Switch provides each M-Port with Ethernet capability. With the relay in the Ethernet position, pins 3 and 6 in the RJ-45 connector provide the Ethernet Differential Transmit pair. The Ethernet receive pair are provided on pins 1 and 2 of the RJ-45 connector.

NOTE

The M-Port provides Host or Hub pinouts, not device side pin outs, so that a one-to-one Category 5 cable can be used to connect any Ethernet device up using an M-Port.

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Equipment overview: Theory of operation

The Serial Management Interface (SMI) to the Broadcom Ethernet Switch is provided by reprogramming SCC3 in the MPC860 to be an HDLC controller and setting the appropriate MPC860 port pins to get the proper muxing action within the FPGA. The use of the SMI is to determine which M-Ports have a functioning 10BaseT Ethernet connection on them without having to switch the relay back to ID mode and interrogate for a One-Wire interface.

NOTE

The clock source for the SMI is selected by the MPC860 to be either sourced by itself or by the Broadcom Ethernet Switch under software control.

M-Port power sourcing – Each M-Port is capable of providing +5V +/- 5% @ 100mA into an external load.

Isolation – Per the M-Port Specification, Basic Insulation for 250Vac is provided between each M-Port and any other isolated facility and from earth ground.

ESD protection scheme – The M-Port connectors are ESD protected by using the planar capacitance method since they are isolated from an earth connection. The typical diode/transzorb pair is employed to clamp the connector pin to its isolated return plane. The impedance of the connector contact, the ferrite bead and the copper traces form an impedance divider with the 'planar' capacitor formed by the dielectric material in the PCB layer between the copper of the isolated return plane and the copper of the common (earthed) plane. The expectation is that the physical impedance divider formed by the bead/trace/connector inductance and the planar capacitor will accomplish the following two results:

 Limit the rate of rise of the voltage across the isolation barrier, i.e.,

across the planar capacitor, and

 Limit the peak amplitude to which the voltage across the barrier

rises to.

RS-232 serial ports

Both RS-232 serial ports are associated to a video set as described earlier to accommodate a touchscreen. However, the serial ports are not limited to being a touchscreen interface only. The RS-232 1 port also interfaces to the iPanel computer and either of these serial ports are capable of providing a polled data service facility or can be used as a service port.

Processor SMC channels – The RS-232 1 uses the SMC1 and the RS232 2 will use SMC2 in the MPC860.

Isolation – The serial ports are not isolated with respect to earth

ground.

ESD protection scheme – The typical diode/transzorb pair is employed to clamp the RS-232 serial port connector pins to the common return plane. Since the serial ports are not electrically isolated, the need for maintaining isolation in the ESD protection scheme is not present.

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Power supply

Speaker

Equipment overview: Theory of operation

I2C bus

The I2C bus is used to interface to the Real Time Clock and the Serial EEPROM.

SPI interface

The SPI is used to program the FPGA.

The power supply generates DC voltages necessary to power the processor board and the communication channels (M-ports and devices connected to TRAM-NET). It consists of a mains (AC line) PWM converter, that creates a 16.75 output voltage bus from which two outputs are developed. The main 16.75V output also provides external power to the RAC, data acquisition modules, and plug-in modules.

The speaker generates sound for alarms, QRS detection, and SpO2 pulse tones.

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3 Installation

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Installation: Back panel connections

Back panel connections

Connect the power cord to the power supply inlet on the back of the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor. If using a Tram-rac with power supply, connect the power cord as shown.

007A

Power switch

Ethernet connector RS-232 connectorsPower switch

Voltage select

Ethernet connector RS-232 connectors

TRAM-NET connectors Video connectorsPower cord

008C

Digital flat panel connectors

Solar 8000M

Power cord Voltage select TRAM-NET/ePort connectors

Solar 8000i

Video connectors Digital flat panel

connectors

010C

NOTE

The number of video connectors varies by configuration.

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TRAM-NET

Installation: Back panel connections

CAUTION

Equipment damage. Connect all peripheral equipment before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet. Otherwise, connectors may be damaged.

TRAM-NET provides the network for communication with bedside peripherals and acquisition modules.

NOTE

If two Tram-racs are connected in any configuration, one must have a power supply.

The following devices connect to either of the two TRAM-NET ports on the Solar 8000M/i monitor. The connector is a 9-pin, D-type.

 Tram-rac 4a housing with or without power supply

 Tram-rac 2 housing

 Tram-rac 4 housing with or without power supply

 Tram-rac 3 housing with or without power supply

 Patient Data Module (PDM) connects to TRAM-NET 2/ePort

connector only.

Tram-rac 4a housing

Tram-rac 2 housing

009C

011A

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Installation: Back panel connections

Tram-rac 4a housings with and without power supply

CAUTION

Equipment damage. Connect the Tram-rac housing to the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet. Connecting these devices to a powered Solar 8000M/i patient monitor could damage connectors.

One Tram-rac must have a power supply.

013C

Patient Data Module

The Patient Data Module (PDM) is an acquisition device that connects to the Solar 8000i patient monitor via the ePort cable.

940B

Connect one end of the ePort cable to the TRAM-NET2/ePort connector and the other end to the Patient Data Module.

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ETHERNET

Installation: Back panel connections

One Tram-rac must have a power supply.

043B

The ETHERNET connector provides an ANSI/IEEE 802.3 10BaseT Ethernet standard interface to the Unity Network using a Category 5 network cable. The connector is an 8-pin, RJ-45 type.

VGA VID 1 and 2

NOTE

The number of video connectors varies by configuration.

The two VGA connectors provide an interface to analog (VGA) displays. The connector is a 15-pin, high density D type.

WARNING

Do not connect a monochrome display to the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor. Visual alarm indictors may not appear properly, resulting in a hazard to the patient.

014D

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DFP VID 1 and 2

Installation: Back panel connections

Two DFP (Digital Flat Panel) connectors provide an interface to digital displays. The connector is a 20-pin, MDR type.

014C

RS-232 1

RS-232 2

The RS-232 1 serial connector provides an interface to the iPanel computer. If not using an iPanel, it interfaces to a PC for software upgrades or polled-parameter service. The connector is a 9-pin, D type.

The RS-232 2 serial connector provides a touchscreen interface. The connector is a 9-pin, D type.

NOTE

Use cable 2006733-00X for touchscreen connection. The cable supplied with the display will not work.

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Installation: Front panel connectors and indicators

Front panel connectors and indicators

The front panel connectors consist of four M-Ports. The Solar 8000M also has a keypad connector. Each port has a LED indicator.

M-Port LED indicators Power LED indicator

M-Ports

M-Port connectors

015A

Solar 8000i

015B

Solar 8000M

Keypad connector

M-Port means multi-protocol and supports Ethernet 10BaseT, RS-232, 1 wire identification, and is MIB (Medical Information Bus) compliant. M-Ports support AutoPort devices, but an AutoPort to M-Port adapter, PN 2001973-001, is required. The adapter must connect to the AutoPort device, not the M-Port host (the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor).

The following devices connect directly to the M-Ports. The connector is an 8-pin RJ-45 type.

 Solar 8000M/i remote control

 Solar 8000M/i keypad

 PRN 50-M digital writer

 RM-M respiratory mechanics module

 Remote Alarm Terminal (Nurse Call and Alarm Light System)

 Laser printer (requires a serial port on the printer and an interface

adapter to connect to the monitor)

 Unity Network ID connectivity device

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Remote control or keypad

Installation: Front panel connectors and indicators

The following devices connect to M-Port hosts using AutoPort to M-Port adapter PN 2001973-001.

 PRN-50 digital writer with AutoPort

 Respiratory mechanics module with AutoPort

NOTE

AutoPort to M-Port adapter PN 2001973-001 is required for connecting AutoPort devices to M-Ports. Plug the adapter end labeled AutoPort into the AutoPort device.

The remote control or keypad is DIDCA programmed for specific care areas (adult, neonatal, or operating room). A keypad holster mount is available for mounting under the display.

NOTE

The Solar 8000M/i requires an interface (remote control or keypad) with all display types.

NOTE

The error message WARNING: REMOTE MISMATCHED WITH MONITORING MODE displays if a mismatched keypad/remote

control is connected to the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor.

PRN-50 digital writer and respiratory mechanics module

The figure below shows the PRN-50-M digital writer connected to one of the M-Ports. The RM-M respiratory mechanics module has similar connections.

AutoPort or M-Port connector.

Note: If this is a PRN 50 or RM module with

AutoPort, then adapter PN 2001973-001 is required.

016A

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Installation: Front panel connectors and indicators

Unity Network ID connectivity device

The figure below shows the Unity Network ID connectivity device connected to one of the M-Ports.

NOTE

This connection requires that the Unity Network ID connectivity device IP address is a 10.X.X.X address. Refer to the Unity Network ID connectivity device service manual for more details.

Ethernet connector

Laser printer

017A

Refer to the instructions provided in Laser Printer Support Kit, pn 2013421-001, for details on interconnection using the interface adapter and installing a serial card in a laser printer.

WARNING

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Indicators

Power up

Installation: Power up

A green LED indicates that the unit is connected to an AC power source and the power switch is turned on. There is a green/yellow LED above each M-Port indicating the M-Port status.

 Solid green indicates the device is communicating properly.

 Slow flashing yellow indicates the device has been identified, but

there is no communication.

 Quick flashing yellow indicates that too many identical devices are

connected or the device cannot be identified.

Refer to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting” if an LED is not green.

NOTE

Check power voltage at your location and set power to either 120 V or 240V.

After making all connections, plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet, turn the power switch to 1 (on), and turn on the display. The power LED illuminates and after about 10 seconds a display appears.

If the Solar 8000M/i patient monitor does not work properly, refer to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting” .

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Installation: TRAM-NET communication

TRAM-NET communication

Overview

The Solar patient monitor uses two distinct local area networks:

 TRAM-NET communication, and

 Ethernet communication.

Consider TRAM-NET as a small area network (SAN) contained in one room or at the patient bedside. Consider Ethernet as the local area network (LAN) for room-to-room communication or communication between patient monitors, central stations, and other GE equipment throughout the hospital.

NOTE

GE highly recommends using a ‘private’ LAN to connect Unity products. The purpose of the Unity Network is to connect only Unity devices for the exchange of patient data and room-to-room communication. Adding non-Unity devices (PCs, laptops, desktops, etc.) may compromise the ability of the Unity Network to meet its intended use.

Internal hub

A ‘private’ LAN is not the same as a private IP address.

This local area network links all patient monitors, central stations, and other GE equipment throughout the hospital.

The TRAM-NET connector makes a TRAM-NET small area network available for the peripheral devices. The TRAM-NET controller resides within the main processor which provides efficient data transfer by sharing main memory.

TRAM-NET is a small network that offers ample flexibility, a high rate of communication, and relatively inexpensive cabling. Data is transmitted at the rate of 921.6K bits per second. It uses a star topology, sometimes referred to as a rooted tree topology. This means that the wiring of the network can be pictured as a star or a series of stars. The center of each star is called a hub, and the points of the star are called nodes. There are cables between the nodes and the hubs, but no cables exist between nodes.

Data is acquired at a node, and is transmitted through a hub to all the other nodes. Each node has an address so data will be received by the node with the correct destination address. It is impossible for a node to communicate with another node without the data going through a hub somewhere along its journey. The hub controls all of the data ‘traffic’ in the system.

In a TRAM-NET system, the head hub is contained in the patient monitor, but there will be intermediate hubs in the Tram-rac housing and Tram module as well.

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Installation: Ethernet communication

Ethernet communication

About ethernet

The GE Unity Network uses Ethernet for device-to-device communications. This local area network links all patient monitors, clinical information centers, and other GE equipment throughout the hospital. Depending on the construction of the hospital, thick-net, thinnet, or CAT-5 twisted pair cabling is used. The Solar 8000M/i is designed to be used with twisted-pair cabling. Consult GE when trying to interface with either thick-net or thin-net cabling. The real-time GE Unity Network operates at 10 Mbps, half-duplex.

Twisted pair

Twisted pair is the most popular cabling because it is easy to install and flexible to work with. It uses the star topology with a switch as the hub of the segment. A maximum of 100 meters or 328 feet is the longest length of twisted pair cable allowed. The maximum number of devices on the GE Unity Network is 1,000.

CIC Pro

Solar 8000M/i

Printer

Segment

Solar 8000M/i

Switches 1 to n

041A

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Network terms

Node

MAC address

Switch

Installation: Ethernet communication

Each network device or node is assigned a MAC address number and requires a network connection to interface between the network device and the network.

A 48-bit address assigned by the manufacturer to uniquely identify a node of the network. This is also known as the Ethernet address.

To implement the star topology, each network device is connected to a network switch. The switch passes all network data between each network device in the star segment. Typically, the switch supports 12 to 48 network devices and may be linked to other switches to form larger networks.

Segment

IP address

Subnet

A network segment is comprised of all devices connected to 1 or many switches which are in-turn connected together to form a larger network. The boundaries of the segment are defined by networking equipment that regulate the flow of packets into and out of the segment (e.g. routers and switches).

A 32-bit (IPv4) address assigned by the user (either statically or dynamically from a server) to uniquely identify the packets from a device for routing purposes.

A subnet is a logical segment of a larger network that shares a common IP address range as defined by a subnet mask. Proper subnetting can improve the performance and security of a network. Solar 8000 series monitors support classful subnetting.

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Installation: Ethernet communication

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4 Maintenance and

checkout

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Maintenance and checkout: Maintenance schedule

Maintenance schedule

Manufacturer recommendations

To help ensure the equipment remains in proper operational and functional order, adhere to a good maintenance schedule. The manufacturer recommends that the following be performed by service personnel upon receipt of the equipment, every 12 months thereafter, and each time the unit is serviced:

 Visual Inspection

 Cleaning

 Electrical Safety Tests

 Checkout Procedure

 Clearing the Stored Patient Data Memory: Admit and discharge a

test patient every 12 months to clear the monitor’s stored patient data memory.

Manufacturer responsibility

Preventive maintenance

The message “EC1” will appear on the monitor to the left of the ECG parameter block after 395 days of operation. This message is a reminder that it is time to perform preventive maintenance procedures on the monitor. Perform all of the maintenance procedures listed under “Manufacturer Recommendations” above.

WARNING

Failure on the part of all responsible individuals, hospitals or institutions, employing the use of this device, to implement the recommended maintenance schedule may cause equipment failure and possible health hazards. The manufacturer does not, in any manner, assume the responsibility for performing the recommended maintenance schedule, unless an Equipment Maintenance Agreement exists. The sole responsibility rests with the individuals, hospitals, or institutions utilizing the device.

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Visual inspection

Maintenance and checkout: Visual inspection

The Solar 8000M/i patient monitor and its components should be carefully inspected prior to installation, once every 12 months thereafter, and each time the equipment is serviced.

 Carefully inspect the equipment for physical damage to the case, the

display screen, and the keypad. Do not use the monitor if damage is determined. Refer damaged equipment to qualified service personnel.

 Inspect all external connections for loose connectors or frayed cables.

Have any damaged connectors or cables replaced by qualified service personnel.

 Inspect the display face for marks, scratches, or other damage.

Physical damage to a CRT display face may pose an implosion hazard. Have the CRT replaced by qualified service personnel if necessary.

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Cleaning

Cleaning precautions

Maintenance and checkout: Cleaning

NOTE

See “Cleaning, disinfecting and storing GE ECG cables and

leadwires” on page 4-5 for instructions specific to GE ECG cables and

leadwires.

Use one of the following approved solutions:

 Cidex solution

 Sodium hypochlorite bleach (diluted)

 Mild soap (diluted)

 Lint-free cloth

 Dust remover (compressed air)

To avoid damage to the equipment surfaces, never use the following cleaning agents:

 organic solvents,

 ammonia based solutions,

 acetone solution,

 alcohol based cleaning agents,

 Betadine solution,

 a wax containing a cleaning substance, or

 abrasive cleaning agents.

Exterior cleaning

Cleaning the display

Clean the exterior surfaces with a clean, lint-free cloth and one of the cleaning solutions listed in the table above.

 Wring the excess solution from the cloth. Do not drip any liquid into

open vents, switches, plugs, or connectors.

 Dry the surfaces with a clean cloth or paper towel.

To clean the display, follow the recommendations of the display’s manufacturer. In general you will need to use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth dampened with a glass cleaner.

CAUTION

To avoid getting liquid into connector openings, do not spray glass cleaning or general cleaning solutions directly onto the product’s surface.

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Maintenance and checkout: Cleaning

Cleaning the Touch Screen Display

1. Turn OFF the mains power switch on the monitor and disconnect it from the power source.

2. Clean the screen with an ammonia free glass cleaner and lint free cloth.

CAUTION

Do not spray any glass cleaning solution or any general cleaning solutions directly onto the monitor’s display surface. Always dampen the towel and then clean the screen.

Cleaning, disinfecting and storing GE ECG cables and leadwires

NOTE

These instructions supersede all cleaning/disinfecting instructions for GE ECG Cables and Leadwires. All safety statements and notes in the manual still apply.

Cleaning or disinfecting

1. Remove cables and leadwires from the handheld device or system before cleaning.

2. Use care in cleaning leadwires to prevent pulling the long wires from the connector ends. Metal connections can be pulled away from the connectors.

3. For general cleaning of cables and leadwires, wipe using a lightly moistened cloth with a mild soap and water solution. Then wipe and air dry.

4. For disinfecting the cables and leadwires, wipe exterior with a soft lint-free cloth, using the following solution as recommended in the APIC Guidelines for Selection and Use of Disinfectants (1996):

 Sodium hypochlorite (5.2% household bleach) minimum 1:500

dilution (minimum 100 ppm free chlorine) and maximum 1:10 dilution.

 Any sodium hypochlorite wipe product that meets the above

guidelines of can be used.

NOTE

Wring excess disinfectant from wipe before using.

NOTE

Any contact of disinfectant solutions with metal parts may cause corrosion.

5. Do not immerse either end of a cable or leadwire connector. Immersing or “soaking” the connector ends may corrode metal contact ends and affect signal quality.

6. Wipe off cleaning solutions with a clean, lightly moistened cloth.

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Sterilization

Maintenance and checkout: Cleaning

7. Dry thoroughly with a dry lint-free cloth and let air dry for at least 30 minutes.

NOTE

Drying times may vary based on the environmental conditions.

8. Take care not to let fluid “pool” around connection pins. If this should happen, blot dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.

9. Do not use excessive drying techniques, such as oven, forced heat or sun drying.

NOTE

EtO sterilization is not recommended, but may be required for cables and leadwires. Frequent sterilization will reduce the useful life of cables and leadwires.

Sterilize with ethylene oxide gas (EtO) at a maximum temperature of 50° C/122° F. After EtO sterilization, follow the recommendations from the sterilizer manufacturer for required aeration.

Cautions

Storage

 Never immerse the handheld device, cables, or leadwires in any

liquid.

 Do not pour or spray any liquid directly on cables or leadwires or

permit fluid to seep into connections or openings.

 Never use conductive solutions, solutions that contain chlorides, wax,

or wax compounds to clean handheld devices, cables or leadwires.

 Never use solutions or products that contain the following:

 Any type of Ammonium Chloride such as, but not limited to:

 Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride

 Quaternary Ammonium Chloride solutions

 Abrasive cleaners or solvents of any kind

 Acetone

 Ketone

 Betadine

 Alcohol-based cleaning agents

 Sodium salts

 Never autoclave or steam clean cables or leadwires.

 Store in a dry well-ventilated area.

 Vertically hang cables and leadwires.

 Do not coil leadwires or cables tightly around any medical device.

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Maintenance and checkout: Cleaning

Improper cleaning products and processes impact/results

 Product discoloration.

 Metal part corrosion.

 Brittle wires.

 Brittle and breaking connectors.

 Reduced cables and leadwires life.

 Unit malfunction.

 Void warranty.

Cleaning products to avoid

Cleaning products known to cause the types of problems listed above include, but are not limited to:

 Sani-Cloth

 Ascepti

 HB Quat

 Clorox

 Over-the-counter detergents (e.g. Fantastic

Wipes

Wipes (they do not contain bleach).

, Tilex®, etc.).

Products that contain active ingredients and solutions similar to these products should also be avoided.

NOTE

For additional information, refer to the How to Reach Us page of the manual for contact information. Also see the GE Handheld Medical Devices Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Storage addendum.

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Maintenance and checkout: Electrical safety tests

Electrical safety tests

Recommendations

Electrical safety tests provide a method of determining if potential electrical health hazards to the patient or operator of the device exist.

GE recommends that all safety tests be performed

 upon receipt of the device,

 once a year thereafter,

 after any upgrade,

 any time the main enclosure is disassembled, or a part is repaired or

replaced.

Record the date and results on the Repair Log included at the end of this chapter.

These instructions are intended for every component in the system. If the system includes a Tram-rac housing without its own power supply, it should remain connected to the monitor throughout the safety tests.

Test conditions

WARNING

Failure to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards. Unless you have an Equipment Maintenance Contract, GE does not in any manner assume the responsibility for performing the recommended maintenance procedures. The sole responsibility rests with the individual or institution using the equipment. GE service personnel may, at their discretion, follow the procedures provided in this manual as a guide during visits to the equipment site.

Perform electrical safety tests under normal ambient conditions of temperature, humidity, and pressure.

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Test equipment

Maintenance and checkout: Electrical safety tests

The recommended test equipment required to perform electrical safety tests is listed below.

Item Specification

Leakage Current Tester Equivalent to the circuits shown

Digital Multimeter (DMM) AC volts, ohms

Ground Bond Tester 0 – 1 ohm

ECG Test Body All leads together

Masimo SET SpO2 Test Body 2006036-001

Host patient monitor system Solar 8000M or Solar 8000i

Acquisition device Tram-rac with TRAM module or Patient

Data Module

Set up

Prepare the Solar 8000M or Solar 8000i patient monitor and the acquisition device for electrical safety tests.

1. Confirm that all components of the monitoring system are correctly

2. Verify that the power indicator illuminates on the acquisition device.

Power outlet test

Verify that the power outlet is wired correctly per the country’s electrical code standard before starting the following electrical safety tests. The results of the following tests will be inaccurate unless a properly wired power outlet is used.

Ground (earth) integrity

Listed below are two methods for checking the ground (earth) integrity, “Ground Continuity Test” and “Impedance of Protective Earth Connection.” These tests determine whether the device's exposed metal and power inlet's earth (ground) connection have a power ground fault condition.

connected as described in Chapter 3, “Installation” .

Perform the test method below that is required by your country/local governing safety organization.

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Ground continuity test

1. Disconnect the device under test from the power outlet.

2. Connect the negative (–) lead of the DMM to the protective earth terminal (ground pin in power inlet connector) or the protective earth pin in the mains plug (ground pin in power cord).

3. Set the DMM to the milliohm (mΩ) range.

4. Connect the positive (+) lead of the DMM to all exposed metal surfaces on the device under test.

5. Resistance must read:

 0.1 ohm or less without power cord

 0.2 ohms or less with power cord

Impedance of protective earth connection

This test stresses the ground system by using special ground bond testers and is normally only required as a manufacturing production test to receive safety agency compliance.

Some country agencies do require this test after field equipment repairs (i.e. Germany's DIN VDE 0751 standards). Consult your country/local safety agency if in question.

Check compliance as follows:

1. A current of 25A from a current source with a frequency of 50 or 60 Hz with a no-load voltage not exceeding 6 V is passed for at least 5 seconds through the protective earth terminal or the protective earth pin in the mains plug and the equipotential stud which could become live in case of failure in basic insulation.

2. The voltage drop between the parts described is measured and the impedance determined from the current and voltage drop. It shall not exceed the values indicated.

When taking this measurement, move the unit's power cord around. There should be no fluctuations in resistance.

 For equipment without a power supply cord the impedance

between the protective earth terminal and the ground tabs of the Video In connector which is protectively earthed shall not exceed

0.1 ohms.

 For equipment with a power supply cord the impedance between

the protective earth pin in the mains plug and the ground tabs of the Video In connector which is protectively earthed shall not exceed 0.2 ohms.

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Ground (earth) wire leakage current tests

Perform this test to measure current leakage through the ground (earth) wire of the equipment during normal operation.

The device under test is to be tested at its normal operating voltage.

1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below.

Leakage Tester

HIGH

LOW

GND

Power Cord

10K

DMM

DMM set to measure AC voltage

0.015µF

NORM

RVS

Power Cord

GND

Device

Under

Test

2. Connect the power cord of the device under test to the power receptacle on the leakage tester.

3. Set the power switch of the device under test to ON.

4. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

5. Set the polarity switch on the leakage tester to RVS (reverse).

6. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

NOTE

If either reading is greater than the appropriate specification below, the device under test fails. Contact GE Technical Support.

500A

 300 μA (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from 100-120 V/50-60 Hz.

 300 μA (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from a centered-tapped 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single phase circuit.

 500 μA (0.5 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from a non-center-tapped, 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, singlephase circuit.

NOTE

Center-tapped and non-center-tapped supply circuits produce different leakage currents and the UL and EN limits are different.

7. Set the power switch of the device under test to OFF.

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Enclosure leakage current test

This test pertains to the Solar 8000M/i, part of the monitoring system.

Perform this test to measure current leakage through exposed conductive surfaces on the device under test during normal operation.

1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND switch OPEN and polarity switch NORM.

Leakage Tester

HIGH

LOW

GND

Power Cord

10K

DMM

DMM set to measure AC voltage

0.015µF

NORM

RVS

Open

Closed

Power Cord

GND

Probe to exposed conductive chassis

Device

Under

Test

501A

2. Connect probe to an unpainted, non-anodized chassis ground on the device under test.

3. Set the power switch of the device to ON.

4. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

NOTE

Center-tapped and non-center-tapped supply circuits produce different leakage currents and the UL and EN limits are different.

5. Set the polarity switch to RVS.

6. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

NOTE

If either reading is greater than the appropriate specification below, the device under test fails. Contact GE Technical Support.

 300 μA (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from 100-120 V/50-60 Hz.

 300 μA (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from a centered-tapped 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single phase circuit.

 500 μA (0.5 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is

powered from a non-center-tapped, 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, singlephase circuit.

7. Set the GND switch on the leakage tester to CLOSED.

8. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

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9. Set the polarity switch to RVS.

10. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.

NOTE

If the reading is greater than the specification below, and the device under test is powered from 100-240 V/50-60 Hz, the device under test fails. Contact GE Technical Support.

 100 microamperes (0.1 volts on the DMM), and the device under

test is powered from 100-240 V/50-60 Hz.

11. Set the power switch of the device under test to OFF.

Patient (source) leakage current test

This test pertains to the Solar 8000M/i, part of the monitoring system.

This procedure only applies to Class I (grounded/earthed) equipment, and measures the leakage current from the ECG/RESP connector then the SpO2 connector of the device to ground.

1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND switch OPEN and polarity switch NORM.

Leakage Tester

HIGH

LOW

GND

Power Cord

10K

DMM

DMM set to measure AC voltage

0.015µF

NORM

RVS

Closed

GND

Power Cord

ECG Test Body/ SpO2 Test Body

Device

Under

Test

502A

2. Connect an ECG test body to the ECG/RESP connector of the device under test.

3. Set the power switch of the device to ON.

4. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.

5. Change the leakage tester polarity switch to the RVS position.

6. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.

NOTE

If either reading is greater than 50 μA (0.05 volts on the DMM), the device fails this test. Contact GE Technical Support.

7. Change the GND switch to the closed position.

8. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.

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9. Change the leakage current switch to the RVS position.

10. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.

NOTE

If either reading is greater than 10 μA (0.01 volts on the DMM), the device fails this test. Contact GE Technical Support.

11. Set the power switch of the device to OFF.

NOTE

The AAMI and EN single fault condition (ground open) is 50 μA, whereas the normal condition (ground closed) is less.

12. Repeat the steps in this procedure using the appropriate SpO2 Test Body.

Connect the SpO2 Test Body to the blue SpO2 connector of the device under test.

Patient (sink) leakage current test

This test pertains to the Solar 8000M/i, part of the monitoring system.

This procedure only applies to Class I (grounded/earthed) equipment, and measures the leakage current from a mains voltage source into the ECG/RESP connector then the SpO2 connector.

1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND switch CLOSED and polarity switch NORM.

Leakage Tester

HIGH

LOW

GND

Power Cord

120K

10K

DMM

DMM set to measure AC voltage

0.015µF

NORM

RVS

Closed

GND

Power Cord

ECG Test Body

or ECG Cable/

SpO2 Test Body

(Keep cable length as short as possible.)

Device

Under

Test

503A

WARNING

Shock hazard. The following step causes high voltage at the test body. Do not touch the test body.

2. Set power switch on the device to ON.

3. Read leakage current indicated on DMM.

4. Change the leakage tester polarity switch to the RVS position.

5. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.

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Test completion

Maintenance and checkout: Electrical safety tests

NOTE

If either reading is greater than the appropriate specification below, the device under test fails. Contact GE Technical Support.

 10 μA (0.01 volts on the DMM) at 120 VAC using the test body.

 20 μA (0.02 volts on the DMM) at 240 VAC using the test body.

 50 μA (0.05 volts on the DMM) at 120-240 VAC using the ECG

cable.

NOTE

The 10 and 20 μA limits are based on internal design standards. The 50 μA limit is common to all standards. AAMI ES-1 standard requires using the patient cable.

6. Set the power switch on the device to OFF.

7. Repeat the steps in this procedure using the appropriate SpO2 Test Body. Connect the SpO2 Test Body to the blue SpO2 connector of the device under test.

1. Disconnect the leakage tester from the power outlet.

2. Disconnect all test equipment from the device.

3. Disconnect the device power cord from the leakage tester.

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Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

Checkout procedure

General

These procedures test the functions of the patient monitor, Tram-rac housing or Patient Data Module and associated communication networks. For other input modules checkout procedures, refer to their appropriate service manual.

GE recommends that all checkout procedures be performed

 upon receipt of the device,

 once a year thereafter,

 after any upgrade,

 any time the main enclosure is disassembled, or a part is repaired or

replaced.

Record the date and results on the Repair Log included at the end of this chapter.

Required tools and equipment

NOTE

Be sure test equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s maintenance schedule to ensure accuracy.

The following table lists the test equipment, adapters, and cables necessary to complete the checkout procedures. Equivalent equipment

may be substituted

Acquisition device:

 Tram 100-851 module (Any GE Tram 100-851 module)  Patient Data Module (Any GE Patient Data Module)

Multifunctional patient simulator (MARQ III or equivalent)

Patient cables (Multi-link ECG 12-lead patient cable and ECG leadwire set)

Tram-rac housing test:

 Tram-rac (Any GE Tram-rac)  BP module (Any GE BP module)  Digital multimeter (AC volts, ohms)

M-Port test:

 Port Checkout DIDCA (420915-031)  Cable, category 5 (418335-002)  AutoPort to M-Port Adapter (2001973-001)

Blood pressure test:

 Blood pressure simulator cable (700095-001)

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Temperature test:

 700/400 series dual temperature adapter (402015-004)  Temperature simulator cable for use with Marq III

Cardiac output test:

 Cardiac output simulator II (900028-001) (no longer available for ordering)  Cardiac output cable adapter (700092-001)

Sp02 test:

 Masimo SpO2 Test Kit includes Masimo Tester and SpO2 Sensor Adapter Cable

(2021087-001)

 Nellcor pulse oximeter tester model SRC-2 (2007650-001)  Dual BP adapter cable (2005772-001)  Nellcor OxiMax pulse oximeter functional tester model SRC-MAX (2007650-002)

NBP test:

 NBP cuff coupling (400787-001)  NBP hose coupling (46100-0020)  NBP tee (4745-101)  NBP tubing 2 feet (401582-001)  Manometer, digital or mercury (Meriam Instrument Smart Manometer model 350

DM2000 or equivalent)

 NBP tube (414873-001)  NBP cuff (9461-301)  Pipe, PVC

Set up

DEFIB sync test:

 Unterminated cable assembly (2017842-001)  Oscilloscope

Complete the following steps in the order presented. Failure to attain any of the listed results indicates a malfunction.

1. Confirm that all components of the monitoring system are correctly connected as described in Chapter 3, “Installation” .

 For Patient Data Module, connect using the ePort host interface

cable.

 For Tram, place the Tram module into the top two slots of the

Tram-rac housing.

2. Verify that the power indicator illuminates on the acquisition device.

3. Using the patient simulator and patient cables, configure the monitor display with as many waveforms as possible. Refer to the appropriate patient monitor operator's manual, if necessary.

4. The waveforms should look clean (no noise).

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Procedures

Solar 8000M/i Unity View display

NOTE

This check only applies to Solar 8000M systems with product code 3S and 3T.

Refer to the specific manufacturer’s documentation.

Touchscreen

Verify that touching a parameter box displays the screen information for that parameter.

Tram-rac housing

1. Verify that the power LED is ON at the Tram-rac housing.

2. Disconnect and reconnect the Tram-rac housing communication cable. Verify the recovery of the waveforms.

3. If the Tram-rac housing has additional slots for input modules, insert a BP module. Connect simulator and verify communication to the monitor. Repeat for each slot.

4. If the Tram-rac housing has an optional power supply, check the following on the connector that applies to your equipment.

018A

 Verify +16.5V is not present at pin 5 of the TRAM-NET

connector with respect to pin 9.

 Verify +16.5V is not present at pin 5 with respect to chassis

ground of the Tram-rac housing.

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5. The following step does not apply for a Tram-rac 2 housing. Check the analog output connector (yellow) using an oscilloscope. Observe a signal at the appropriate pins found in the next table. The output signal is dependent upon which Tram and input module functions are activated at the monitor.

FRONT VIEW TRAM-RAC 3

ANALOG OUTPUT

CONNECTOR

REAR VIEW

TRAM-RAC 4A

ANALOG OUTPUT

CONNECTOR

10 7

9 8

019A

Analog output signals

Pins for

D-type

connector

Pins for round

connector

Signal source

Tram-rac 4A

bezel number for

Pin 1 Pin 8 Signal GND for Tram Waveforms –

Pin 2 Pin 2

Trace I (ECG II

Pin3 Pin 6 Tram BP3 or SPO2 Value

)Tram

Tram

Pin 4 – Reserved for Future Use –

Pin 5 Pin 4 Tram ART 1 or BP1 Tram

BP output

Pin 6 Pin 9 Slot 3 Series 7000 Waveform A (Right Side or Module) Parameter 6

Pin 7 Pin 11 Slot 4 Series 7000 Waveform A (Right Side or Module) Parameter 8

Pin 8 Pin 8 Signal GND for Series 7000 Waveforms –

Pin 9 Pin 1 Tram ECG II

Pin 10 Pin 3 Tram ECG V

Pin 11 Pin 7 Tram BP4 or RESP

Tram

Pin 12 – Reserved for Future Use –

Pin 13 Pin 5 Tram BP2 or SPO

Waveform Tram

Pin 14 Pin 10 Slot 3 Series 7000 Waveform B (Left Side or Module) Parameter 5

Pin 15 – Slot 4 Series 7000 Waveform B (Left Side or Module) Parameter 7

1. The top displayed trace on the monitor is present unless AVR, AVL, or AVF leads are used, then lead II is output.

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M-Port

1. Insert the AutoPort to M-Port adapter into the Port Checkout DIDCA.

2. Connect the M-Port side of the AutoPort to M-Port adapter to one of the M-Ports using the category 5 cable.

3. Verify that the M-Port status LED illuminates green. (LED remains illuminated for a short time after the cable is removed.)

4. Repeat the above steps for all available M-Ports.

If an LED is anything but steady green, refer to Chapter 5,

“Troubleshooting” .

TRAM-NET interface or communication

Interface

1. Connect the TRAM-NET interface assembly and device. (Use the appropriate TRAM-NET interface assembly manual and device manual for interconnection directions.)

Unity Network MC network

Or,

Connect the Patient Data Module between the ePort connector and the TRAM-NET 2/ePort connector on the Solar.

2. Observe correct type of device identified at the monitor.

3. Simulate and observe waveform on monitor.

Communication

1. Connect the Tram-rac housing cable into each of the two TRAM-NET connectors.

Or,

Connect the Patient Data Module between the ePort connector and the TRAM-NET 2/ePort connector on the Solar.

2. Verify that the waveforms recover on the monitor display each time the cable is reconnected.

3. Verify that the waveforms recover on the monitor display each time the adapter is reconnected.

1. Disconnect the patient cable from the Tram module and verify alarms at the central station.

2. From the MAIN menu, select MORE MENUS > VIEW OTHER PATIENTS > SELECT A BED TO VIEW. Verify that the list includes beds other than your own.

3. Select another bed and verify that the selected bed’s data is displayed.

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Keypad/remote control

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

1. Plug the keypad or remote control into an M-port.

2. Check all functions of the TRIM KNOB control and 18 hard keys. Verify a response at the monitor display.

3. Check that the backlight is on and lights the keys evenly.

4. Activate Boot Code as follows:

 Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Zero All.

 Press and release the TRIM KNOB control.

 Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Zero All until the Boot Code

information appears on the display.

5. Select Tools Menu.

6. Use password “mei^” to open Service and Diagnostic Tools Menu.

7. Select M-Port Tools > Show M-Port #X Serial Incoming Data. (Where X = the M-Port number.)

8. If the message, “No incoming data read” appears, nothing is connected to the M-Port. Connect the keypad or remote control or choose the correct M-Port.

Unity Network ID

Printer

9. As the columns of numbers scroll, press the keys and TRIM KNOB control. Verify that the numbers change as keys are pressed.

10. Exit Boot Code.

Unity Network ID connectivity device checkout procedures, see the Unity Network Interface Device (ID) service manual.

Press Graph Go/Stop and verify that the printer responds correctly.

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Parameter tests

ECG functions

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

These procedures test the following:

 Lead and heart rate information displays properly.

 QRS tone sounds.

 Pacemaker mode displays in ECG parameter box.

 Calibration pulses display with correct amplitude.

1. Set up the simulator:

 Heart rate to 80 bpm.

 ECG amplitude to 1.0 mV.

2. Attach the patient cable and leadwires between the ECG connector on the acquisition device and the leadwire connectors on the patient simulator.

3. Set up the patient monitor:

a. Go to MORE MENUS > MONITOR SETUP > PARAMETERS

ON/OFF and turn off all parameters except ECG.

b. In MONITOR SETUP select WAVEFORMS ON/OFF and set

leads in the following order:

 Waveform 1 = II

 Waveform 2 = I

 Waveform 3 = III

 Waveform 4 = V1

 Waveform 5 = AVL

 Waveform 6 = AVF

c. From the ECG Menu, select MORE ECG, QRS VOLUME: and

set to the desired volume percentage.

4. Admit a patient into patient monitor. (MORE MENUS > ADMIT MENU > ADMIT PATIENT)

5. Check that the following conditions are true:

 The monitor displays ECG lead II, and it is noise-free.

 The patient monitor displays an 80 ±1 bpm heart rate.

 The patient monitor QRS audible tone sounds with each QRS

complex.

6. Make sure all six ECG leads are available for display and are noisefree.

7. At the patient monitor, select the ECG parameter window to display the ECG menu at the bottom of the screen.

8. Select PACE 1: or PACE 2:.

9. Inject an asychronous pacemaker pulse with the simulator.

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10. Observe the following with leads II, III, aVR, aVF, and V:

 On the patient monitor, the pacemaker icon with asterisk

appears in the ECG parameter box to denote pacemaker mode.

 The patient monitor still displays an 80 ±1 bpm heart rate.

11. Remove the pacemaker pulse input and return the simulator to these conditions:

 Heart rate to 80 bpm.

 Amplitude to 1.0 mV.

12. Select lead II for display in the top trace position if not already there.

13. Remove the RA leadwire from the patient cable.

14. Observe the following:

 The monitor displays an RA FAIL message.

 The monitor displays lead III in place of lead II.

15. Replace the RA leadwire. Observe lead II in the top trace position again.

16. Print out a graph of ECG 1, lead II.

17. Observe that the waveform pulses are 1mV in amplitude both on the printout and patient monitor display.

12SL™ ECG analysis program functions

1. Connect a 12-lead patient cable to the patient monitor and simulator.

2. At the patient monitor, select the ECG parameter box.

3. At the ECG menu, select 12 LEAD ECG ANALYSIS.

4. Check that all 12 ECG waveforms display clearly, are noise-free, and display an amplitude equal to the input voltage.

Respiration functions

1. Set up simulator:

 Set baseline impedance to 750Ω (or 1000Ω if using Marq II).

 Set Δ (delta) R to 0.5Ω

 Set lead select to I and II (or LL if using Marq II).

 Set respiration rate to 30 breaths per minute.

2. Set up the monitor:

 Turn the respiration waveform RR ON.

 Set the respiration waveform to lead II.

3. Observe these conditions:

 The monitor displays a distortion-free respiration waveform.

 The monitor displays a respiration rate reading of 30 ±2 breaths

per minute.

4. Set the respiration waveform to lead I at the monitor, LA at the simulator, and observe the same conditions as in step 3.

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Invasive blood pressure functions

1. Set up simulator:

 Go to BP functions, select BP1, then 0.

 Set output to 0 mmHg.

2. Connect the IP simulator cable from the BP1 connector of the simulator to the corresponding IP connection of the acquisition device.

3. Observe an ART1 label and graticules on the patient monitor.

4. Zero the ART1 waveform by pressing the Zero All button on the Patient Data Module, Solar keypad or remote.

5. Set the simulator to output 240 mmHg. (BP1 > STAT > UP > RUN)

6. Observe a reading of 240 ± 4 mmHg on the patient monitor.

7. Set the simulator to BP dynamic waveform output. (BP1 > DYNA > RUN)

8. Set the patient monitor ART1 SCALES to AUTO.

9. Observe a distortion-free waveform and a blood pressure reading of approximately 120/80 (93) on the patient monitor.

Temperature functions

10. Repeat these tests with each IP/BP connector selecting BP2, BP3, etc.

NOTE

Use the Dual IP Adapter Cable to test the third and fourth IP functionality for each IP/BP connection.

1. Go to TEMP functions on the simulator and set a 37°C temperature output.

2. Connect a temperature sensor adaptor to the TEMP/CO connector of the acquisition device.

3. Set the switch on the adaptor to the 400 position.

4. Connect the temperature simulator cable from the temperature output connector of simulator to the T1 connector of the temperature sensor adaptor.

5. Observe that the T1 reading on the patient monitor is between 36.6 and 37.4.

6. Move the cable from the T1 connector of the temperature sensor adaptor to the T2 connector.

7. Observe that the T2 reading appears on the patient monitor is between 36.6 and 37.4.

8. Disconnect the temperature sensor adaptor and temperature cable from the acquisition device and the simulator.

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Cardiac output functions

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

1. Connect the cardiac output cable adapter to the Temp/CO connector of the acquisition device.

2. Connect the cardiac output adapter to the cardiac output cable adapter and to the simulator.

3. At the patient monitor, go to MENUS ⇒ CO.

4. Set up the monitor:

 Set AUTO MODE: to ON

 Set INJECT TEMP: to BATH

 Set SIZE: to 7

 Set INJECT VOL: to 10CC

 Set COMPUTATIONAL CONSTANT: to 0.540

5. Select cardiac output menu corresponding to the injectate temperature. (CO)

6. Set the adapter and simulator to 0°. Verify that the IT value on the lower left of the display matches the input.

SpO2 functions (Masimo)

When computing is complete, the CO reading on the patient monitor should read approximately ±5% of simulated value.

7. Repeat this test with the adapter and simulator set to 24° and the COMPUTATIONAL CONSTANT: set to 0.595.

The computed output should be ±5% of simulated value.

1. Connect the Masimo SpO2 tester cable to the SpO2 sensor adapter cable.

2. Connect the SpO2 adapter cable to the SpO2 connector on the acquisition device.

3. Turn the patient monitor on.

4. Verify the following are displayed at the patient monitor: (It might be necessary to turn the SpO

 A waveform with an SpO

 An SpO

 A PRR reading between 60 and 62 beats per minute.

% reading between 78- 84%.

parameter on.)

label.

5. Disconnect the simulator cable from the acquisition device.

SpO2 functions (Nellcor OxiMax)

1. Verify that 2 AA alkaline batteries are installed in the NELLCOR SRC-MAX Pulse Oximetry functional tester.

2. Connect the SRC-MAX to the SpO

3. On the SRC-MAX, verify that the IR and RED LED indicators are both lit.

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connector on the module.

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

4. Verify the SRC-MAX default indicators are as follows:

 Heart rate = 60 bpm

 Light = LOW

 MOD = LOW

5. Verify the following SpO

 Saturation (%): 75 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 60 ± 2

readings for saturation and pulse rate:

6. Press and release the heart rate button on the SRC-MAX. Verify default indicators are lit as follows:

 Heart rate = 200 bpm

 Light = LOW

 %SpO

 MOD = LOW

= 75

7. Verify the following SpO

 Saturation (%): 75 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 200 ± 3 (194 to 206)

readings for saturation and pulse rate:

8. Press and release the light button on the SRC-MAX. Verify default indicators are lit as follows:

 Heart rate = 200 bpm

 Light = HIGH

 %SpO

 MOD = LOW

9. Verify the following SpO

 -Saturation (%): 75 ± 2

 -Rate (bpm): 200 ± 3 (194 to 206)

10. Press and release the %SpO

= 75

readings for saturation and pulse rate:

button on the SRC-MAX. Verify default

indicators are lit as follows:

 Heart rate = 200 bpm

 Light = HIGH

 %SpO

 MOD = LOW

= 90

11. Verify the following SpO

 Saturation (%):90 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 200 ± 3 (194 to 206)

readings for saturation and pulse rate:

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12. Press and release the MOD button on the SRC-MAX. Verify default indicators are lit as follows:

 Heart rate = 200 bpm

 Light = HIGH

 %SpO

 MOD = HIGH

= 90

13. Verify the following SpO

 Saturation (%):90 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 200 ± 3 (194 to 206)

SpO2 functions (Nellcor OxiSmart, Tram only)

1. Connect the Nellcor pulse oximeter SRC-2 to the sensor connector.

2. Make sure that the SRC-2 IR and RED LED drive indictors are both lit.

3. Set the RCAL/MODE switch to RCAL 63/LOCAL.

4. Set the LIGHT and MODULATION switches as follows:

 Set the LIGHT switch to HIGH 1.

 Set the MODULATION switch to HIGH.

 Set the RATE switch to 112.

Allow the Tram a few seconds to obtain a steady reading.

5. Verify the following SpO2 readings for saturation and pulse rate:

 Saturation (%): 81 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 112 ± 2% (110 to 114)

readings for saturation and pulse rate:

6. Set the LIGHT and MODULATION switches as follows:

 Set the LIGHT switch to LOW.

 Set the MODULATION switch to LOW.

 Set the RATE switch to 201.

7. Verify the following SpO2 readings for saturation and pulse rate:

 Saturation (%): 81 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 201 ± 3% (195 to 207)

8. Set the LIGHT and MODULATION switches as follows:

 Set the LIGHT switch to HIGH 2.

 Set the MODULATION switch to LOW.

 Set the RATE switch to 38.

9. Verify the following SpO2 readings for saturation and pulse rate:

 Saturation (%): 81 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 38 ± 2% (37 to 39)

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NBP calibration check

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

10. Set the LIGHT and MODULATION switches as follows:

 Set the LIGHT switch to LOW.

 Set the MODULATION switch to HIGH.

 Set the RATE switch to 201.

11. Verify the following SpO2 readings for saturation and pulse rate:

 Saturation (%): 81 ± 2

 Rate (bpm): 201 ± 3% (195 to 207)

1. Connect the acquisition device to the patient monitor.

2. Disconnect all parameter cables.

3. Apply power to the patient monitor.

4. Make sure the power indicator on the acquisition device’s front panel is ON (green).

WARNING

Do not put the NBP cuff around a human limb during the checkout procedure due to the potential for injury. When the NBP cuff is used in this procedure, it must be tightly wrapped around a rigid cylinder or pipe.

5. Connect a manometer and NBP cuff to the NBP connector on the front of the acquisition device.

Connect to

acquisition device

454A

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6. Turn the manometer ON, and set its range switch to the 1000 mmHg setting.

7. From the patient monitor Main Menu, select MONITOR SETUP > SERVICE MODE.

8. Enter the username and password to get into the service mode. The first two digits of the password are the day of the month, and the second two digits are the month. Select SERVICE MODE.

9. Select CALIBRATE.

10. Select CALIBRATE NBP.

11. Select CHECK CAL OFF.

12. Select START.

13. The text in the menu field changes to CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS. Verify that the pressure readings on the patient monitor (shown as CUFF in the NBP parameter box) and the manometer are equal (± 1 mmHg) for at least one full minute.

14. If they are equal, the device is properly calibrated.

If they are not equal, the device requires calibration. Complete this section, then continue with “NBP calibration” below.

NBP calibration

15. Select CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS.

16. Select STOP. The module then releases pressure in the cuff.

17. Disconnect the NBP cuff and manometer from the acquisition device.

1. From the monitor’s main menu, select MONITOR SETUP.

2. Select SERVICE MODE.

3. Enter the password to get into the service mode.

 The first two digits of the password are the day of the month, and

the second two digits are the month. For example, on 7 March, the password would be 0703.

 Select SERVICE MODE

4. Select CALIBRATE NBP.

5. Select CAL ZERO OFF.

6. Select START. The CAL ZERO menu item shows that it is IN PROGRESS, and when it is done it displays OFF again.

7. Reconnect the cuff and manometer to the acquisition device.

8. Select CAL GAIN OFF.

9. Select START.

The second line of text on the CAL GAIN menu item changes to INFLATING. Then, the acquisition device starts pumping up the pressure bulb or cuff displayed pressures increase on both the monitor display and the manometer.

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The pump shuts off at about 250 mmHg, and the pressure drops slowly to about 240 mmHg before stabilizing. The second line of text on the CAL GAIN menu item changes from INFLATING to

HOLDING

NOTE

If the pressure continues to drop at a rate of 1 mmHg or more for every five seconds, there is a leak in the NBP plumbing. If there is a leak in the NBP plumbing, correct the problem and restart this calibration procedure.

10. Select ENTER CAL PRESSURE.

11. An ENTER CAL PRESSURE popup window appears. Use the Trim Knob control to select a pressure value that is 1 mmHg lower than the current manometer reading.

12. When the manometer falls to exactly the value that you selected in the popup window, press the Trim Knob control to enter the value. Select PREVIOUS MENU to return to the MAIN MENU button.

13. Select CHECK CAL OFF.

14. Select START.

15. The text on the menu item changes from CHECK CAL OFF to CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS. Make sure that the pressure readings (shown as CUFF in the NBP parameter box) on the monitor display and manometer are equal (± 1 mmHg) for at least one full minute.

16. Select CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS.

17. Select STOP. The module then releases pressure in the bulb or cuff.

18. Remove the cuff and manometer from the acquisition device.

Defib/sync and analog output test

Patient Data Module

1. Connect the unterminated cable assembly to the Defib/Sync connector on the front of the Patient Data Module.

2. Set up the simulator:

 Heart rate = 80 bpm

 Amplitude to 1.0 mV

3. Test the ECG, Arterial BP, and Marker Out signals from the DEFIB SYNC connector using an oscilloscope to connect to the appropriate

wire on the test cable (shown below). They should resemble the waveforms in the following figures. Note that there are two Marker Out traces shown. The top trace shows the frequency of the pulses; the bottom trace shows the pulse width.

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Test Cable Plug and Pinout

Pin Wire Color Signal Name

1 Brown ECG_ANALOG_OUT

2 Red BP_ANALOG_OUT

450B

3 Orange NO_CONNECTION

4 Yellow MARKER_RETURN

5 Shield DRAIN WIRE

6 Green ANALOG_RETURN

7 Blue NO_CONNECTION

8 Violet DEFIB_SYNC_MARKER_IN

9 Gray DEFIB_SYNC_MARKER_OUT

ECG

Signal pin: 1 Brown wire

Ground pin: 6 Green wire

Time/division: 0.2s

Volts/division: 0.5v

023A

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Arterial BP

Signal pin: 2 Red wire

Ground pin: 6 Green wire

Time/division: 0.2s

Volts/division: 0.2v

Marker Out (Frequency)

Signal pin: 9 Gray wire

Ground pin: 4 Yellow wire

Time/division: 10ms

024A

Volts/division: 0.5v

Marker Out (Pulse Width)

Signal pin: 9 Gray wire

Ground pin: 4 Yellow wire

Time/division: 5ms

Volts/division: 1v

NOTE

The Marker Out amplitude and pulse width are configured at 10v and 10ms respectively from the factory.

025A

026A

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4. Short the gray wire (Marker Out) to the violet wire (Marker In) and observe negative spikes in the R-waves of the displayed ECG waveforms.

Observe normal Rwaves before shorting Marker Out and Marker In.

Observe negative spikes in the R-waves after shorting Marker Out and Marker In. Note that the spikes are small, and can be diffucult to see at times.

432B

Tram module

1. Connect an oscilloscope to the DEFIB SYNC connector on the front panel of the Tram module.

2. Test the ECG, Arterial BP, and Marker Out signals from the DEFIB SYNC connector. They should resemble the waveforms in the following figure. Note that there are two Marker Out traces shown. The top trace shows the frequency of the pulses; the bottom trace shows the pulse width.

Defibrillator Synchronization connector J2

Pin Name Descriptions

1 DEFIB_MARKER_OUT Digital defibrillator output synchronization signal

2 DEFIB_MARKER_IN Digital defibrillator input signal

3 AGND1 Signal Ground

4 DGND Signal Ground

5 AGND2 Signal Ground

6 BP_ANALOG_OUTPUT Analog BP/OUTPUT

7 ECG_ANALOG_OUTPUT Analog ECG output signal

Front View of

Module

039A

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ECG

Signal Pin: 7

Ground Pin: 3

Probe Type: x10

Time/Division: 0.2S

Volts/Division: 0.5V

Arterial BP

Signal Pin: 6

Ground Pin: 5

Probe Type: x10

023A

Time/Division: 0.2S

Volts/Division: 0.2V

NOTE

The Marker Out amplitude and pulse width are configured at 5V and 10ms respectively from the factory. To change these settings refer to the Calibration chapter of your TRAM modules service manual.

024A

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Marker Out (Frequency)

Signal Pin: 1

Ground Pin: 4

Probe Type: x10

Time/Division: 0.2S

Volts/Division: 1V

Marker Out (Pulse Width)

Signal Pin: 1

Ground Pin: 4

Probe Type: x10

025A

Time/Division: 5mS

Volts/Division: 1V

026A

3. Attach a jumper between pin 1 (Marker Out) and pin 2 (Marker In) of the DEFIB SYNC connector and observe negative spikes in the Rwaves of the displayed ECG waveforms.

Observe normal Rwaves before the jumper is installed.

Observe negative spikes in the R-waves while the jumper is installed. Note that the spikes are small, and can be difficult to see at times.

040A

4. Remove the jumper.

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Completion

Maintenance and checkout: Checkout procedure

 Test additional modules using procedures found in the service

manual that accompanied the module.

 Disconnect all test equipment.

 Return the monitor and acquisition device to service.

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Maintenance Checklist

Use the following checklist to ensure maintenance completion.

“Visual inspection” on page 4-3

1. ____ General

2. ____ Connectors

3. ____ Display

“Cleaning” on page 4-4

1. ____ Exterior cleaning

2. ____ Cleaning the display

3. ____ Cleaning the touch screen display

4. ____ Cleaning disinfecting and storing GE ECG cables and leadwires

“Electrical safety tests” on page 4-8

1. ____ Power outlet test

2. ____ Ground (earth) integrity

3. ____ Ground (earth) wire leakage current tests

4. ____ Enclosure leakage current test

5. ____ Patient (source) leakage current test

6. ____ Patient (sink) leakage current test

“Checkout procedure” on page 4-16

1. ____ Solar 8000M/i Unity View display

2. ____ Touchscreen

3. ____ Tram-rac housing

4. ____ M-Port

5. ____ TRAM-NET interface or communication

6. ____ Unity Network MC network

7. ____ Keypad/remote control

8. ____ Unity Network ID

9. ____ Printer

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“Parameter tests” on page 4-22

1. ____ ECG functions

2. ____ 12SL™ ECG analysis program functions

3. ____ Respiration functions

4. ____ Invasive blood pressure functions

5. ____ Temperature functions

6. ____ Cardiac output functions

7. ____ SpO2 functions (Masimo)

____ SpO2 functions (Nellcor OxiMax)

____ SpO2 functions (Nellcor OxiSmart, Tram only)

8. ____ NBP calibration check

9. ____ Defib/sync and analog output test (Patient Data Module)

____ Defib/sync and analog output test (Tram Module)

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Repair Log

Unit serial number: Institution name:

Date Maintenance or repair Technician

Maintenance and checkout: Repair Log

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5 Troubleshooting

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Terms used

Listed and defined below are terms used in this chapter.

Abort (main code)

This is a Main Code menu selection that may appear on the monitor during software downloads from the monitor SERVICE MODE menu. ABORT causes the download to stop by pushing the TRIM KNOB control.

Boot loader or boot code

The Boot Loader or Boot Code is used to download software. Entering the Boot Code does not erase any memory, but downloading new software will erase protected memory. To activate the Boot Code, perform the following.

1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Zero All.

Troubleshooting: Terms used

Cold start

2. Press and release the TRIM KNOB control.

3. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Zero All until the Boot Code information appears on the display.

A cold start is used only in extreme circumstances. It erases the protected memory, language, unit name and bed number; automatically discharges the patient; and restores factory defaults. Ethernet address, internet address, software feature level, and CRG trend option remain unchanged.

1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Zero All.

2. Press and release the TRIM KNOB control and keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Zero All.

3. When the monitor resets and the display goes blank, press and hold Display On/Off (in addition to NBP Go/Stop and Zero All) until the message “performing cold start” appears on the display.

NOTE

If the Boot Code information appears before the message “performing cold start” appears, begin the cold start again.

Continue (main code)

CONTINUE is a Main Code menu selection that appears after a successful software download. It allows the user to continue downloading other files without resetting the monitor.

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Monitor memory

Monitor memory contains the Ethernet address, internet address, bed name, care unit name, and standard unit defaults for each monitor.

Protected memory

Protected memory contains a patient’s history and any individualized changes to the unit defaults.

Power cycle or reboot

To power cycle or reboot the monitor, turn the power OFF at the rear of the unit, wait 10 seconds, then turn the power ON.

Service mode (main code)

The SERVICE MODE menu is found in the monitor MAIN menu and is used for various functions like calibration, video tests, and downloading monitor interface software. (See details later in this chapter.)

Troubleshooting: Terms used

Service menu (boot code)

The Service Menu found in the Boot Code is used when downloading the Boot Code and main processor code. (See details later in this chapter.)

Warm start (boot code)

A warm start activates the software previously downloaded. The following steps activates a warm start.

1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Zero All.

2. Press and release the TRIM KNOB control.

3. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Zero All until the Boot Code information appears on the display.

4. Select Start Patient Monitoring.

Country selection

This is a Boot Code setting. The choices are France, Germany, or Default which chooses a particular set of GE factory defaults. These

defaults are used when changing the unit type (Adult-ICU, OR, or Neonatal).

Set language

This is a Boot Code setting. It sets the language for displayed text in the Main Code. (Do not confuse with Country Selection.)

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Service menus

The Boot Code Service Menu and Main Code SERVICE MODE menu are generally used by qualified field engineers and factory service personnel to troubleshoot, repair, or download new software to the patient monitor.

Boot code Service Menu

Troubleshooting: Service menus

WARNING

The Boot Code service menu or SERVICE MODE menu is intended for qualified personnel only. It is possible to lose patient data, damage the operating software for this monitor, and even affect the Unity Network. Do not ‘experiment’ with any commands found in the service menus.

Set up first Ethernet Port

Use the Boot Code service menu when downloading new Boot Code or Main Code software to the patient monitor or when the patient monitor exhibits a serious failure. Activate the Boot Code program as follows:

1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Zero All on the keypad or remote control.

2. Press and release the TRIM KNOB control.

3. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Zero All until the Boot Code information appears on the display.

This menu selection allows changes to the Ethernet address, gateway address, and internet mask.

WARNING

Duplication of an Ethernet address on a network causes data loss and possible Unity Network problems. If you change the factory assigned Ethernet address, you must record all other Ethernet addresses used on your network to avoid duplication.

Set up second Ethernet Port

Same as Set up first Ethernet Port.

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Clear Monitor Memory

Set Configuration

Serial Download Main

Troubleshooting: Service menus

If you respond with YES in this option, you will erase all patient histories and programmed defaults in the protected memory and return to factory installed defaults.

This menu contains options for defib sync for ECG modules (not Tram modules), line frequency, country selection (not for text translations), and setting language for displayed text.

WARNING

Changing the language will discharge the monitor and erase any saved monitor defaults. The monitor defaults will be set to the factory defaults.

This option is used when downloading software from a laptop PC.

Serial Download Boot

This option is used when downloading software from a laptop PC.

View Main Code Error Logs

Allows access to the error logs generated by the Main Code.

Tools Menu

This password protected menu contains service diagnostic tools. Use password “mei^”.

Video Test Screens

Various color screens for testing the display.

Options Menu

In this menu, you can enable various software options (Hires Trends, Cardiopulmonary Features, etc.) and change the monitor software level. A unique password is required for each option and to change the software level or Ethernet address. Fax a password request to GE Customer Relationship Center at (414) 362-3250 to obtain a password. You must provide your product serial number and Ethernet address. (The Ethernet address displays in the Boot Code banner information.)

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Troubleshooting: Service menus

Main code SERVICE MODE menu

Access the SERVICE MODE menu starting from the MAIN menu.

1. Select MORE MENUS > MONITOR SETUP > SERVICE MODE.

2. Enter password using the TRIM KNOB control to select the day and month from monitor screen with leading zeros. (e.g. July 4 = 0407).

DOWNLOAD CODE

This menu provides options for downloading SpO2, RAC COMM/DAS, SAM, and CO

CALIBRATE

modules.

020A

HARDWARE TEST

These menu selections are used to calibrate the touchscreen and various inputs from the Tram module, Patient Data Module, or other discrete modules. Refer to the module service manual for details. See Chapter 6,

“Configuration” , for calibration details.

This menu provides access to the hardware tests for the monitor.

Hardware Status

The ‘one of a kind’ patient monitor LAN address is listed here. The current revision of the main processor and FPGA are also listed.

Video Test

WARNING

Loss of patient data. Do not enter this menu selection unless loss of patient data is not an issue.

Provides a list of various test patterns and colors that can be used to calibrate the display. When finished, select RESTART System.

PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE

Select the type of monitor desired, i.e., adult, neonatal or operating room. See Chapter 6, “Configuration” , for detailed procedures.

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MENU SETUP

Troubleshooting: Service menus

WARNING

Changing the patient-monitor type will default the admit function to STANDARD configuration. Different alarms and parameters are activated for each selection.

NOTE

The keypad/remote control is DIDCA programmed for specific monitor types. The error message WARNING: REMOTE MISMATCHED WITH MONITORING MODE displays if the monitor and keypad/remote control do not match.

This menu selection provides the following submenus: (See Chapter 6,

“Configuration” , for detailed procedures.)

ADMIT MENU: STANDARD

This menu selection allows you to determine the function of the patient monitor. The four variables include stationary or ambulatory (telemetry) patient monitoring with a monitor that always stays in one room (STANDARD) or a monitor that moves from room to room (ROVER).

SOFTWARE LEVEL

This menu selection displays the software feature level this monitor is using. It allows setting the level to a lower setting than the software feature level setting in Boot Code.

MONITOR DEFAULTS PASSWD

This menu selection is used to turn a password requirement ON or OFF for entry into the MONITOR DEFAULTS menu section described above. If selected, the password will be the same as the SERVICE MODE MENU password.

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MONITOR SETTINGS

Troubleshooting: Service menus

This menu selection provides the following submenus: (See Chapter 6,

“Configuration” , for detailed procedures.)

SET UNIT NAME

This menu selection allows changes to the care unit name. After initial setup, this name should not be changed or communication to the central station will be corrupted. Note that the care unit name must be registered exactly the same in the central station and the patient monitor.

SET BED NUMBER

This menu selection allows changes to the bed number. After initial setup, this number should not be changed or communication to the central station will be corrupted. Note that the bed number must be registered exactly the same in the central station and the patient monitor.

SET LOCATION ID

Enter the location identification for the MUSE system.

SET SITE NUMBER

A site number may be necessary if your institution has multiple buildings. A MUSE system can be used as a site number.

STORE DEFAULTS FOR NETWORK TRANSFER

This menu selection saves the monitor defaults for transfer to another monitor with the same software, patient monitor type, and country code. It stores all monitor defaults, custom default names, and 12 SL location and site.

SET INTERNET ADDRESS

This menu selection allows changes to the internet (IP) address.

WARNING

Duplication of an internet (IP) address on a network causes lost data. If you change the factory assigned internet address, you must first record all other internet addresses used on your network to avoid duplication.

An incorrect internet address may also prevent the monitor from viewing other monitors on the network. Whether or not this can occur depends on the network topology at the installed site.

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GE Solar 8000M/i Service Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

1 Introduction

Manual information

Revision history

Intended use

Intended audience

Ordering manuals

Safety information

Responsibility of the manufacturer

General

Warnings, cautions, and notes

Equipment symbols

Service information

Service requirements

Equipment identification

2 Equipment overview

System components

Solar 8000M/i patient monitoring system

Solar 8000M/i patient monitor

iPanel computer

UnityView remote display controller

Tram-rac housing

Patient Data Module (PDM)

Connectivity devices

PRN 50/PRN 50-M digital writer

Laser printer

Remote control or keypad

Remote displays

Device compatibility

Acquisition modules

Peripheral devices

Unity Network devices

Interfacing with other peripheral devices

Theory of operation

Block diagram of internal connections

Processor board

Power supply

Speaker

3 Installation

Back panel connections

TRAM-NET

ETHERNET

VGA VID 1 and 2

DFP VID 1 and 2

RS-232 1

RS-232 2

Front panel connectors and indicators

M-Ports

Indicators

Power up

TRAM-NET communication

Overview

Internal hub

Ethernet communication

About ethernet

Twisted pair

Network terms

Maintenance schedule

Manufacturer recommendations

Manufacturer responsibility

Preventive maintenance

Visual inspection

Cleaning

Cleaning precautions

Exterior cleaning

Cleaning, disinfecting and storing GE ECG cables and leadwires

Electrical safety tests

Recommendations

Set up

Power outlet test

Ground (earth) integrity

Ground (earth) wire leakage current tests

Enclosure leakage current test

Patient (source) leakage current test

Patient (sink) leakage current test

Test completion