Zimmer A.T.S. 3000 Operators & Service Manual

A.T.S. 3000 AUTOMATIC TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

Operator

& Service Manual

Zimmer A.T.S.® 3000

AUTOMATIC TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

REF 60-3000-101-00

A.T.S. 3000 AUTOMATIC TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY (U.S.A.)

SCOPE OF LIMITED WARRANTY

Zimmer, Inc. warrants the Product (A.T.S. 3000 Tourniquet System) for one year from date of purchase. During the warranty
period, Zimmer will repair or replace, at its option, any product which is defective in materials or workmanship or which fails to
meet the published specification for that model. This Limited Warranty is made only to the original purchaser of the product and
is non-transferable. The remedies described in this Limited Warranty are the exclusive remedies for breach of warranty. THIS

WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY PRODUCT WHICH HAS BEEN ALTERED OR MODIFIED IN ANY
WAY, OR WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO MISUSE OR ABUSE.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

The forgoing of Express Limited Warranty is given in lieu of any and all other express or implied warranties. ZIMMER
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

In no case shall Zimmer, Inc. be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages whether based on breach of
warranty or other legal theory whether or not such damages are foreseeable. Some states do not allow limitations on warranties
or on remedies for breach in certain transactions. In such states, the limits in this paragraph and the preceding paragraph do
not apply.

WARRANTY CLAIMS

In the event of a warranty claim within the warranty period please take the following steps:

1. Notify Customer Service Department, Zimmer Surgical, at 1-800-348-2759 or contact your local Zimmer representative.
Please provide details about the nature of the problem and include the product serial number. Upon receipt of this
information, Zimmer will provide a date for service or a return shipping authorization.

2. Upon receipt of the shipping authorization, forward the equipment, freight prepaid, to the location specified in the
shipping authorization.

Your compliance with these steps will help assure that you receive prompt warranty service for your product.

WARRANTY (OUTSIDE U.S.A.)

Please contact your local Zimmer Representative for warranty information.

Unit Serial Number _______________________

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TABLE

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CONTENTS

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SECTION TITLE PAGE

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 3

1.2 Intended Use ........................................................................................................................................ 6

1.3 Contraindications ................................................................................................................................. 6

1.4 Precautions in Use ............................................................................................................................... 6

1.5 Adverse Effects .................................................................................................................................... 7

2.0 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Initial Inspection .................................................................................................................................. 8

2.2 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors .................................................................................................. 8

2.3 Initial Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 9

2.4 Functional and Calibration Check ....................................................................................................... 9

2.5 Pressure and Time Defaults ................................................................................................................. 11

2.6 Limb Occlusion Pressure (LOP) Determination ................................................................................. 11

2.7 Single Cuff Operation .......................................................................................................................... 13

2.8 Dual Cuff Operation ............................................................................................................................ 14

2.9 Bier Block Cuff Operation (IVRA) ..................................................................................................... 15

2.10 Speaker Volume Setting ....................................................................................................................... 15

2.11 Contrast Display Setting ...................................................................................................................... 15

2.12 Alarm Conditions ................................................................................................................................. 15

3.0 MAINTENANCE

3.1 General Maintenance Information ....................................................................................................... 24

3.2 Access to Parts ..................................................................................................................................... 24

3.3 Limb Occlusion Pressure (LOP) Sensor Cleaning and Disinfecting .................................................. 24

3.4 Periodic Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 24

3.5 Calibration ............................................................................................................................................ 25

3.6 Leak Testing ......................................................................................................................................... 26

3.7 Battery Voltage and Battery Service .................................................................................................... 27

3.8 Fuse and Fuse Drawer Replacement ................................................................................................... 27

3.9 Unscheduled Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 28

3.10 Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................ 28

3.11 Expected Test Point Readings ............................................................................................................. 28

3.12 Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................ 32

3.13 Storage ................................................................................................................................................. 32

3.14 Warnings, Cautions, and Symbology ................................................................................................... 39

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2.1 Alarm Conditions ................................................................................................................................. 16

2.2 LOP Alarm Conditions ........................................................................................................................ 18

2.3 Error Codes .......................................................................................................................................... 18

2.4 EMC Guidance and Declaration - EMC Emissions ............................................................................ 20

2.5 EMC Guidance and Declaration - EMC Immunity/Disturbances ....................................................... 20

2.6 EMC Guidance and Declaration - EMC Immunity/RF ....................................................................... 22

2.7 EMC Guidance and Declaration - EMC Immunity/Separation Distances .......................................... 23

3.1 Board Plug Designators ....................................................................................................................... 24

3.2 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 29

3.3 Expected Test Point Readings ............................................................................................................. 31

3.4 Parts List .............................................................................................................................................. 32

ILLUSTRATIONS

1 A.T.S. 3000 Overview – front ............................................................................................................. 33

2 A.T.S. 3000 Overview – rear ............................................................................................................... 34

3 Main and Second Calibration Kit Setup .............................................................................................. 35

4 Battery Removal Overview ................................................................................................................. 35

5 Rear Power Cord Cover Removal ....................................................................................................... 36

6 Rear Clamp Removal ........................................................................................................................... 36

7 Wiring View of Control Board ............................................................................................................ 36

8 Rear Case Separation ........................................................................................................................... 37

9 Control Board Layout .......................................................................................................................... 38

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SECTION 1.0

ZIMMER A.T.S. 3000 AUTOMATIC TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

1.1 SPECIFICATIONS

Mains Line Voltage Range:

100–240 V ~ (AC), 50/60 Hz. Auto switching

Line Current:

670 mA RMS @ 120 V ~ (AC)

Input Power:

53 Watts typical

Battery Type:

Rechargeable, 12 VDC sealed lead acid,

4.0 amp hours

Battery Discharge Time:

Unit will operate on battery power for 240 minutes minimum
with a fully charged battery.

Battery Recharge Time:

24 hours
Unit should be plugged in 24 hours before initial use.
In the event of a deep battery discharge that cannot be
recovered in the first 24 hours, a second 24 hour charging
period may be required. In this event, the A.T.S. unit should
be unplugged for 60 seconds and reconnected to AC
power prior to starting the second charging session.

Power Cord:

Type SJT or international equivalent of HO5VV-F,

AWG 16 (1.31mm2), 14 ft. (4.27 m)

Power Plug:

Hospital grade, 3 prong straight blade, 15 amp or proper

equivalent power plug

Line Protection:

2 time delayed 1.0 amp 250 volt fuses

CONTROLS:

PRESSURE Button:

PRESSURE

Used in conjunction with the shuttle knob to adjust the
pressure set point. Can also be pressed to verify the set
point. The Main Cuff and Second Cuff have separate
Pressure buttons.

TIME Button:

TIME

Used in conjunction with the Shuttle Knob to adjust the time
alarm set point. Can also be pressed to verify the set point.
The Main Cuff and Second Cuff have separate Time buttons.

Cuff INFLATE / DEFLATE Buttons:

INFLATE

DEFLATE

Controls inflation or deflation of the respective cuff.
The Main Cuff and Second Cuff have separate
DEFLATE

buttons.

INFLATE /

ON/STANDBY Button:

Turns the unit ON / sets unit to STANDBY.

ALARM SILENCE Button:

Allows operator to manually silence most alarms for
30 seconds.

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Limb Occlusion Pressure (LOP) Button:

Cuff Pressure Range:

LOP

Controls the LOP feature. When the pulse sensor is in place
and cuff applied, pressing this button will start the process to
measure the patient’s LOP and give the user a recommended
tourniquet pressure (RTP).

AC Indicator Light Icon (Green LED):

50–475 mmHg, 1 mmHg increments

Pressure Accuracy:

±3 mmHg (50–475 mmHg)

Pressure Regulation:

±4 mmHg of set point
(10 second average under non-transient conditions without
external leaks)

Maximum Pressure:

475 mmHg cuffs

Time Alarm Set Range:

5–240 minutes; 1 minute increments

Timer Accuracy:

0.25% of elapsed time

Indicates unit is operating on AC Mains. This is the normal
means of operation (battery power is only intended for
emergency power loss or patient transport).

Battery Indicator Light Icon (Orange LED):

Indicates unit is operating on backup battery. This indicator
always flashes.

Alarm Indicator Light Icon (Red LED):

Visual indicator to show the unit is in an alarm condition.

LOP Heart Indicator Icon (Yellow LED):

Internal Diagnostics:

Program, memory, watchdog timer, transducer calibration,
improper valve actuation.

SIZE:
Height:

13.0 in. (33.02 cm)

Width:

9.5 in. (24.1 cm)

Depth:

10.375 in. (26.35 cm) (including clamp and ports)

Weight:

16.3 lbs. (7.4

DISPLAYS:

The A.T.S. 3000 uses a backlit 1/4 panel LCD.

Pressure Display: Displays pressure setting, sensed cuff
pressure, and hardware failure conditions / other
messages.

Time Display: Displays time alarm set point, elapsed
time, and hardware failure conditions / other messages.

kg)

Visual indicator to show the LOP function has been invoked.

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UL60601-1 Classification:

Type of protection against electric shock: Class I or Internally Powered Equipment*

Degree of protection against electric shock: Type BF applied part

Classification according to the degree of IPX0
protection against ingress of water:

Mode of operation: Continuous operation

*When the unit is operating on backup battery, the type of protection against electric shock changes to internally powered equipment.

This device is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic or gases.

Emissions/Immunity:

The A.T.S. 3000 Tourniquet System complies with EMC criteria set forth in EN 60601-1-2. The user of this device should be
aware that precautions should be taken in regards to EMC. The device should be installed and used according to the EMC
information provided in the instructions for use. See EMC Guidance Tables included in this manual.

Cables

Zimmer LOP sensor cable

Mains power cord

WARNING: use of an LOP sensor cable or mains power cord with a length other than those specified may result in
increased emissions and decreased immunity.

Maximum length

98 inches (249 cm)

170 inches (432 cm)

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1.2 INTENDED USE

The A.T.S. 3000 Tourniquet System is intended to be used by
qualified medical professionals to temporarily occlude blood
flow in a patient’s extremities during surgical procedures
on those extremities. Tourniquets have been found useful in
producing a bloodless operation field in surgical procedures
involving the extremities including:

Reduction of certain fractures
Kirschner wire removal
Tumor and cyst excisions
Subcutaneous fasciotomy
Nerve injuries
Tendon repair
Bone grafts
Total wrist joint replacement
Replacement of joints in the fingers
Knee joint replacements
Amputations
Replantations

WARNING: Do not use tourniquet cuffs to control the
distal flow of CO2 or any other gases used as a distention
media. Tourniquet cuffs have not been evaluated for safety or
effectiveness in controlling gas flow beyond the surgical site
during arthroscopic insufflation procedures. Possible effects
of using a tourniquet cuff in this manner include serious
subcutaneous emphysema proximal to the cuff.

1.3 CONTRAINDICATIONS

The medical literature lists the following as possible
contraindications. However, in every case, the final
decision whether to use a tourniquet rests with the
attending physician.

Open fractures of the leg
Post-traumatic lengthy hand reconstruction
Severe crushing injuries
Elbow surgery (where there is excess swelling)
Severe hypertension
Skin grafts in which all bleeding points must be

readily distinguished

Compromised vascular circulation, e.g., peripheral

artery disease
Diabetes mellitus
The presence of sickle cell disease is a relative

contraindication. (See PRECAUTIONS IN USE.)

A tourniquet should also be avoided in patients who
are undergoing secondary or delayed procedures
after immobilization.

1.4 PRECAUTIONS IN USE

◆ The tourniquet system must be kept well calibrated
and in operable condition. Accessories should be checked
regularly for leaks and other defects.

◆ The tourniquet cuff must never be punctured; therefore
towel clips used near the system must be handled with
special care. Cuffs with inner rubber bladders must be
completely enclosed by the outer envelope to preclude
ballooning and possible rupture of the bladder. Cleaning and
assembly instructions of the cuff manufacturer should be
followed carefully.

◆ Do not use an elastic bandage for exsanguination in
cases where this will cause bacteria, exotoxins, or malignant
cells to spread to the general circulation, or where it could
dislodge thromboemboli that may have formed in the vessels.

◆ The tourniquet cuff must be applied in the proper
location on the limb, for a “safe” period of time, and within
an appropriate pressure range. Never apply a tourniquet
over the area of the peroneal nerve or over the knee or
ankle. Do not readjust an already inflated cuff by rotating it
because this produces shearing forces which may damage the
underlying tissue.

◆ Prolonged ischemia may lead to temporary or permanent
damage to tissues, blood vessels, and nerves. Tourniquet
paralysis may result from excessive pressure. Insufficient
pressure may result in passive congestion of the limb with
possible irreversible functional loss. Prolonged tourniquet
time can also produce changes in the coagulability of the
blood with increased clotting time.

◆ Inflation should be done rapidly to occlude arteries and
veins as near simultaneously as possible.

◆ Careful and complete exsanguination reportedly
prolongs pain free tourniquet time and improves the quality
of Intravenous Regional Anesthesia, (Bier Block anesthesia).
In the presence of infection and painful fractures, after
the patient has been in a cast, and in amputations because
of malignant tumors, exsanguination before tourniquet
application may be done without the use of an elastic
bandage by elevating the limb for 3 to 5 minutes.

◆ In case of failure, the tourniquet cuff must be fully
deflated and the limb exsanguinated again before reinflation.
Reinflation over blood-filled vasculature may lead to
intravascular thrombosis.

◆ Tourniquet users must be familiar with the inflation­deflation sequence when using a dual-cuff tourniquet or two
tourniquet cuffs together for IVRA (Bier Block anesthesia),
so that the wrong tourniquet will not be released accidentally.

◆ Test for hemoglobin type and level before using a
tourniquet on patients with sickle-cell anemia. When the
tourniquet is used for these patients, the limb should be
carefully exsanguinated and the PO
closely monitored.

◆ Select the proper cuff size to allow for an overlap of
about 3 to 6 in. (7.6–15 cm). Too much overlap may cause
cuff rolling and telescoping, and may lead to undesired

and pH should be

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pressure distribution on the limb. The skin under the
tourniquet cuff must be protected from mechanical injury by

smooth, wrinkle-free application of the cuff.
If the tourniquet cuff is applied over any material that
may shed loose fibers (such as Webril) the fibers may
become embedded in the contact closures and reduce their
effectiveness. As an under padding, a section of stockinette
may be used. The deflated cuff and any underlying

bandage or protective sleeve should be completely
removed as soon as tourniquet pressure is released.
After the cuff has been fully deflated and removed from
the patient, the unit can be set to STANDBY. Even the

slightest impedance of venous return may lead to congestion
and pooling of blood in the operative field.

◆ If skin preparations are used preoperatively, they should
not be allowed to flow and collect under the cuff where they
may cause chemical burns.

◆ Whenever the tourniquet cuff pressure is released, the
wound should be protected from blood surging back by
applying pressure dressings and, if necessary, elevating the
limb. Transient pain upon tourniquet pressure release can be
lessened by elevation of the limb. If full color does not return
within 3 to 4 minutes after release, the limb should be placed
in a position slightly below body level.

◆ Whenever IVRA, Bier Block anesthesia, is used, it is
recommended that the tourniquet remain inflated for at least
20 minutes from the time of injection.

◆ WARNING: Cuffs will not deflate in STANDBY
mode. Ensure cuffs are fully deflated before setting the
unit to STANDBY.

1.5 ADVERSE EFFECTS

A dull aching pain (tourniquet pain) may develop throughout
the limb following use.
Pathophysiologic changes due to pressure, hypoxia,
hypercarbia, and acidosis of the tissues occur and become
significant after about 1 1/2 hours of tourniquet use.
Symptoms of tourniquet paralysis are motor paralysis
and loss of sense of touch, pressure, and proprioceptive
responses.
Intraoperative bleeding may be caused:

1. By the slight impeding effect exerted by an
unpressurized cuff (and its padding, if used),
which prevents venous return at the beginning of
the operation.

2. By blood remaining in the limb because of
insufficient exsanguination.

3. By inadequate tourniquet pressure (between systolic
and diastolic blood pressure of the patient), or slow
inflation and deflation, all of which allow arterial
blood to enter while preventing venous return.

4. By blood entering through the nutrient vessels of the
long bones, such as the humerous.

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INSTALLATION

AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 2.0

ZIMMER A.T.S. 3000 AUTOMATIC TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

2.1 INITIAL INSPECTION

Unpack the A.T.S. 3000 Tourniquet upon receipt and inspect
the unit for any obvious damage that may have occurred
during shipment. We recommend that this inspection be
performed by a qualified biomedical engineer or other
person thoroughly familiar with electronic medical devices.
If the unit is damaged, notify the carrier and your Zimmer
representative immediately. If the initial inspection results
are satisfactory, a functional and calibration check should
be performed after a 24-hour charge. The attention label
covering the ON/STANDBY button can be removed and
discarded after the 24-hour charge.

2.2 CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND CONNECTORS

Refer to Figure 1 in the back of the manual for the locations
of the unit’s controls, indicators, and connectors.

1. ON/STANDBY button

Turns the unit ON or sets the unit to STANDBY. This

button will not set the unit to STANDBY when the
cuff pressure is at a non-zero value. Ensure both

cuffs are fully deflated and have been removed
from the patient as well as all underlying bandages
or protective sleeve prior to setting the unit
to STANDBY.

NOTE: During STANDBY, the power to the A.T.S.

3000 instrument and all instrument functions (i.e.
inflation, deflation, etc.) are OFF but power continues
to supply the battery charging circuitry anytime ~ (AC)
power (Mains) is present.

2. Shuttle Knob

Changes the value of set time or default time and set

pressure or default pressure. Turn knob clockwise
to increase the value; turn knob counterclockwise to
decrease the value.

3. PRESSURE button

Press to verify or modify set pressure.

4. TIME button

Press to verify or modify set time.

5. INFLATE buttons

Inflation of the respective cuff is initiated by depressing

the INFLATE button.

6. DEFLATE buttons

Deflation of the respective cuff is initiated by depressing

the DEFLATE button. For greater safety, the DEFLATE
button has a delay and, therefore must be held for
approximately 2 seconds before the unit will allow a cuff
to deflate.

7. ALARM SILENCE button

The ALARM SILENCE button will silence most audible

alarms for 30 seconds after the button is pressed.
When an alarm sounds because of an internal hardware
malfunction, the alarm cannot be silenced.

NOTE: The alarm messages will continue to flash on

the displays until the alarm condition is corrected.

8. AC INDICATOR light

The AC INDICATOR light indicates that the unit is

plugged in and is being powered by AC Mains. This is
the normal means of operation (battery power is only
intended for emergency power loss or patient transport).

9. BATTERY INDICATOR light

The BATTERY INDICATOR light indicates that the

unit is operating on backup battery. The light will
flash continuously while the unit is running on battery
backup power.

10. PRESSURE displays (independent)

During normal operation with no buttons being pressed,

the independent PRESSURE display areas will show the
monitored cuff(s) pressure. At other times, depending on
alarm conditions and buttons pressed, the display may
communicate other information such as alarm messages,
set pressure, or default set pressure.

11. TIME displays (independent)

During normal operation with no buttons being pressed,

the independent TIME display area will show elapsed
inflation time of each cuff. At other times, depending on
alarm conditions and buttons pressed, the display may
communicate other information such as alarm messages,
set time, or default set time.

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NOTE: The elapsed inflation time can be “zeroed” at

any point in the procedure by pressing the TIME and
PRESSURE buttons for the respective cuff simultaneously.

Cuff connector ports

12.

The

13. Pole Clamp
The Pole Clamp is used to mount the unit on an

NOTE: Do not hang articles on the tourniquet pole that

14. Hose hangers

The A.T.S. 3000 is equipped with hose hangers that

NOTE: Do not hang articles on the tourniquet’s hose

2.3 INITIAL SETUP

Inspect to ensure the correct fuse drawer with the
appropriately rated fuses is present. The 100–120 V unit
uses the gray fuse drawer with 1.0 A time delay fuses.
The 220–240 V unit uses the black fuse drawer with 1.0
A time delay fuses. See Section 3.8 Fuse and Fuse Drawer
Replacement. The power cord should be plugged into the
power entry module on the back of the unit. The unit should

be plugged into ~ (AC) power (Mains) for 24 hours
before initial use. During shipping and storage, the unit’s
battery could become weak. Always charge 24 hours
before any initial use including any calibration checking
procedures, initial checks, tests and any institutional
performed biomedical evaluations.

2.4 FUNCTIONAL AND CALIBRATION CHECK

The unit shall produce the results explained in the following
steps exactly as indicated. Failure to do so indicates that
a problem may exist and the device is not to be used until
necessary repair or calibration has been made.

Cuff connectors are the ports used to connect the
unit to the cuff hoses. Please note that the Main Cuff is
the RED ports and the Second Cuff is the BLUE ports.
The A.T.S. 3000 is designed and tested for use with
Zimmer dual port cuffs. Zimmer does not recommend
the use of any cuff other than Zimmer dual port cuffs.
Do not use single port cuffs with the A.T.S. 3000.

I.V. pole.

are not related to tourniquet use. For stability reasons, do
not use an I.V. pole with a base less than 27.56 inches
(70 cm) in diameter.

pull out of the unit’s handle. The cuff hoses can be
temporarily hung on the hangers for transport or when
disconnecting from the cuff.

hangers that may cause the tourniquet to become
unstable. Cuff hoses or the LOP sensor should be the
only item to utilize the hose hangers.

1. Connect the power plug of the unit to a properly
polarized and grounded power source with voltage
and frequency characteristics compatible with the
specifications listed in Section 1.1.

Observe that the green AC Mains indicator light turns on.

2. Turn the unit ON by pressing the ON/STANDBY button
and observe the following:
a) “Zimmer” along with the circle “Z” appears on the

LCD display.

b) The unit displays “SELF TEST” below the

“Zimmer” name. The unit is self-testing specific

system hardware and software.
c) Emits tones while “SELF TEST” is displayed.
d) The front panel “Alarm”, “LOP”, and “Battery”

indicators flash on and off while “SELF TEST”

is displayed.
e) “CAL” is displayed in the PRESSURE display areas

during the calibration check.
f) “0” is displayed in the PRESSURE and TIME

display areas after the startup routing is complete.

If a number other than zero is displayed in the

PRESSURE display, the unit should be calibrated.

3. Test the PRESSURE set point system as follows:
a) Press either PRESSURE button.
b) The PRESSURE display should read “*250” (the

factory default set point) for approximately 2
seconds.

c) Within the 2 second time frame, rotate the

SHUTTLE KNOB to change the pressure set
point (clockwise to increase, counter-clockwise
to decrease). The set pressure can be maintained
between 50 mmHg and 475 mmHg in increments
of 1 mmHg.

d) Repeat step 3 for the other PRESSURE set point.

4. Test the TIME set point system as follows:
a) Press either TIME button.
b) The main TIME display should read “* 60” (the

factory default set point) for 2 seconds.

c) Within the 2 second time frame, rotate the

SHUTTLE KNOB to change the time set point
(clockwise to increase, counter-clockwise to
decrease). The set time can be maintained between
5 and 240 minutes in increments of 1 minute.

d) Repeat step 4 for the other TIME set point.

NOTE: Anytime an asterisk (*) appears in the left most
display digit, the data being displayed is the set point. Set
pressure and time will revert back to the default pressure and
time settings when the unit is set to STANDBY.

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5. Calibration Check

NOTE: During the power-up diagnostic self-test described
above, the unit will test the calibration. Should an out of
calibration condition be detected, the unit will display either
“CAL” “FAIL”, “CAL M” “FAIL” or “CAL 2” “FAIL” in
the PRESSURE and TIME display areas. Even though the
unit performs this check at every power-up, the following
quantitative check is recommended at regular intervals.

a) Verify the unit is in the STANDBY mode.
b) Enter the calibration mode by pressing then

releasing the ON/STANDBY button then
immediately depress and hold in the Main Cuff
INFLATE and Main Cuff DEFLATE buttons during
power on self test. The unit will enter calibration
mode after momentarily displaying “ZIMMER”
“SELF TEST”. When “CALIBRATION” is
momentarily displayed, release the Main Cuff
INFLATE and Main Cuff DEFLATE buttons. The
unit will also display the software revision level in
the lower left corner. The software revision level can
be recorded for future reference.

NOTE: The calibration is only being checked in this section.
For complete calibration, see Maintenance Section 3.0.

c) Connect a calibrated 0 to 700 mmHg pressure meter

(minimum requirement) to the calibration hose
assembly. The calibrated meter will be used as the
pressure standard (See Figure 3 in the back of the
manual).

d) Connect a pressure source capable of supplying 0 to

700 mmHg of pressure, minimum.

e) Insert one end of the calibration hose assembly

connector into the Main Cuff sense port on the unit
(red port). The sense port is the second port over
from the left side of the unit.

f) Insert the other end of the calibration hose assembly

connector into the Second Cuff sense port on the
unit (blue port). The sense port is the fourth port
over from the left side of the unit.

NOTE: The unit will be displaying “0” where the cuff
pressures are normally displayed and alternating “CAL” and
“0” where the cuff times are normally displayed.

g) Increase the pressure in the calibration hose

assembly to 50 mmHg. Both PRESSURE displays
should read 50±5 mmHg when compared to the
calibrated meter.

h) Increase the pressure to 250 mmHg. Both

PRESSURE displays should read 250±5 mmHg.

i) Increase the pressure to 475 mmHg. Both

PRESSURE displays should read 475±5 mmHg.

j) Decrease the pressure to 0 mmHg and remove

the calibration hose assembly from the unit. The
PRESSURE displays should return to 0 mmHg.

k) Press and hold in the Main Cuff INFLATE and

Main Cuff DEFLATE buttons to advance to the
reservoir calibration check.

NOTE: At this point the reservoir pressure, if pressurized,
will be exhausted through the source ports and the Main
Cuff PRESSURE display should go to “0” while the Main
Cuff TIME display should continue to display “CAL” “0” as
described earlier.

l) Insert one end of the calibration hose assembly

connector into the Main Cuff source port on the
unit (red port). The source port is the first port from
the left side of the unit.

m) Insert the other end of the calibration hose assembly

connector into the Second Cuff source port on the
unit (blue port). The source port is the third port
over from the left side of the unit.

n) Increase the pressure in the calibration hose assembly

to 250 mmHg. The display should read 250±5 mmHg.

o) Increase the pressure to 475 mmHg. The display

should read 475±5 mmHg.

p) Increase the pressure to 700 mmHg. The display

should read 700±5 mmHg.

NOTE: If any reading is off by more than ±5 mmHg, the
entire unit must be recalibrated by following the calibration
procedure as outlined in Maintenance Section 3.0.

q) To complete this procedure, turn the unit OFF by

holding in the ON\STANDBY button until the unit
is set to STANDBY.

r) Calibration check is complete.

6. Low Pressure Alarm Check –

Turn the unit ON by pressing the ON/STANDBY button.

Connect a cuff and standard length hose set to the Main
Cuff ports. Inflate the cuff to 250 mmHg. Create a
leak in the cuff by partially detaching the hose (either
port) from the unit while a cuff is inflated. Make the
leak large enough that the pressure drops more than
15 mmHg below set point. Observe:

a) A 1.5 second delay is instituted to reduce nuisance alarms.
b) The PRESSURE display flashes between “LO-P” and

the monitored pressure (if a substantial leak has been
present for more than 9 seconds, the PRESSURE display
will show “CUFF” “LEAK”).

c) An audible tone will sound and the red alarm indicator

will illuminate announcing the alarm condition.

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d) Stop the leak and observe the monitored pressure

returns to regulated state, the audible tone stops, the red
alarm indicator turns off, and the alarm message is no
longer displayed.

Repeat this procedure with the Second Cuff ports.

2.5 PRESSURE AND TIME DEFAULTS

To modify the default pressure or time limits for either cuff,
follow the following steps.

1. Default Pressure
a) The Default Pressure is selected by depressing and

holding either PRESSURE button for 2 seconds.
When the default mode is entered, the audible
alarm beeps once and a “D” is displayed in the first
position on the selected cuff PRESSURE display.

b) The Default Pressure is modified via the

and can be set between 50 and 475 mmHg in

Knob
increments of 1 mmHg.

c) After the correct value is selected, it is saved by

momentarily depressing the PRESSURE button or it
will be saved automatically in 3 seconds.

d) The new default value will be displayed for

1.5 seconds and the audible alarm will beep once
signifying a new default value has been stored.

e) The new default pressure will be stored and remains

the default every time the machine is turned on.

2. Default Time Limit
a) The Default Time Limit is selected by pressing and

holding either TIME button for 2 seconds. When
the default mode is entered the audible alarm beeps
and a “D” is displayed in the first position on the
selected cuff TIME display.

b) The Default Time Limit is modified via the Shuttle

Knob and can be set between 5 and 240 minutes in
increments of 1 minute.

c) After the correct value is selected, it is saved by

momentarily depressing the TIME button or it will
be saved automatically in 3 seconds.

d) The new default value will be displayed for

1.5 seconds and the audible alarm will beep once
signifying a new default value has been stored.

e) The new time limit default will be stored and

remains the default every time the machine is
turned ON.

NOTE: The elapsed inflation time can be “zeroed” at
any point in the procedure by pressing the TIME and
PRESSURE buttons simultaneously for each respective
cuff time.

Shuttle

2.6 LIMB OCCLUSION PRESSURE (LOP)
DETERMINATION

NOTE: Limb Occlusion Pressure (LOP) determination is not

intended for use in pediatric procedures.

The patient’s limb occlusion pressure is the lowest pressure
required to stop the flow of blood in the extremity. The A.T.S.
3000 has the ability to estimate the patient’s limb occlusion
pressure based on their physiological characteristics. The
A.T.S. 3000 will also take into account anticipated changes in
blood pressure during the procedure by adding an additional
pressure margin to the LOP measurement at the end of the
LOP determination. This additional pressure margin added
to the LOP measurement is referred to as the Recommended
Tourniquet Pressure or RTP. The RTP is calculated using the
LOP with the following:

LOP 100–130 mmHg LOP + 50 mmHg = RTP

LOP 131–190 mmHg LOP + 75 mmHg = RTP

LOP 191–300 mmHg LOP + 100 mmHg = RTP

The RTP can be accepted or rejected based on the
physician’s discretion. The RTP value is presented at the end
of the LOP determination.

When deciding to accept the RTP value or not the physician
may take into account other factors such as the patient’s
blood pressure, anesthetic technique to be used, expected
procedure duration, cuff location, cuff type, cuff width,
snugness of cuff application and surgical procedure to
be performed. The physician may also choose to use an
alternative method such as the Doppler stethoscope to
manually determine the patient’s LOP, or to confirm the
LOP determined by the A.T.S. 3000. The accuracy of the
automatic determination of LOP can be verified manually, by
employing a Doppler stethoscope and carefully following the
published technique for manual LOP determination.

The A.T.S. 3000 will suggest the RTP as the lowest pressure
for the extremity to ensure the field will remain clear even
during changes in blood pressure. However large changes
in the patient’s blood pressure during surgery may result in
reduced visibility in the field. The pressure may need to be
adjusted slightly to improve visual quality. The RTP may
be overridden at any time simply by changing the pressure
set point.

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It should be noted that certain physiologic conditions in
some patients may prevent the A.T.S. 3000 from making
a determination of LOP, in which case the instrument
will display an appropriate message and will terminate
the attempt to measure LOP. In that event, the physician’s
judgment should be used to set tourniquet pressure in the
absence of LOP and RTP values.
The determination of LOP is intended as additional,
supplementary information for the physician responsible
for selecting the tourniquet pressure to be employed for a
specific patient and procedure. The physician’s best judgment
should always be paramount in the selection of tourniquet
pressure.

NOTE: The pulse sensor appears very similar to other
sensors used for pulse measurements. It should be noted,
the A.T.S. 3000’s pulse sensor does not measure oxygen
saturation nor can it be modified to do so. The A.T.S. 3000
uses a custom sensor. Non Zimmer sensors will not work
with the A.T.S. 3000. Use of a non Zimmer sensor could
damage the A.T.S. 3000 or cause unpredictable operation.
Never use any sensor other than approved Zimmer
pulse sensors.

2.6.1 Single Bladder Cuff LOP Measuring

NOTE: If the LOP determination is performed on the Main

Cuff, all readings and recommendations are for the Main
Cuff only. If the LOP determination is performed on the
Second Cuff, all readings and recommendations are for the
Second Cuff only.

c) Connect the LOP pulse sensor to the LOP socket in the

front of the A.T.S. 3000.

d) Prepare the patient in accordance with your established

procedures and cuff manufacturer’s instructions. The
precautions of Section 1 and the following are offered as
a guide to assist in this process.

In most cases a tourniquet cuff should be applied to

the widest part of the limb to allow as much tissue
as possible to lie between the cuff and any nerves or
vascular structures susceptible to damage. The optimum
positions are the upper arm and the proximal third
of the thigh. In certain cases of fore-foot surgery, the
tourniquet cuff can be applied around the calf or to the
area proximal to the malleoli. The valve port and hose
connections should be placed so that the hose will not be
kinked when the limb is positioned for surgery.

e) Attach the LOP pulse sensor to the patient’s index

finger or second toe on which the tourniquet cuff has
been applied.

NOTE: LOP determination temporarily inflates then deflates
the tourniquet cuff automatically to obtain the patient’s LOP.

a) Press the ON/STANDBY button to turn the unit ON.

The unit will execute a self-check diagnostic test as
described in Section 2.4 of this manual. Successful
completion of the self-check indicates the unit is ready
for use.

CAUTION: If a connected cuff is pressurized to

50 mmHg or more during power-up, the A.T.S. 3000
Tourniquet will declare it an abnormal start-up sequence.
It will assume that a surgical procedure is in process,
and will adopt the pressure sensed in the cuff as the new
set point. It will automatically go into the regulate mode
on the cuff. To alert the operator of this condition, the
unit will sound a tone and display a “CUFF” “INFL”
alarm. The operator should immediately check the
pressure set point and readjust to the proper set point if
necessary. The alarm will be cleared as soon as the set
point is examined, (press the correct pressure button).

b) Connect a dual port cuff to the unit at the Main Cuff or

Second Cuff port connectors. The Main Cuff and Second
Cuff both have the ability to perform the LOP function.

NOTE: The LOP Pulse Sensor is applied to a finger or toe
on the operative limb.

f) Ensure the sensor is fully engaged to achieve the best

possible and most accurate reading.

g) With the cuff and sensor applied to the patient, press the

corresponding LOP icon to start the LOP determination.
The A.T.S. 3000 will begin to inflate the cuff
incrementally while continuously analyzing the patient’s
pulse. If the sensor or cuff were not properly installed,
the unit will display alarm messages. The meanings to
the alarm messages are found in Table 2.2.

h) The LOP determination will last approximately

30 seconds depending on the quality of pulse sensed.

i) At the end of the LOP determination, the A.T.S. 3000

will beep and display the LOP and RTP pressures
in the lower display area for that cuff. The unit will
automatically display the RTP in the cuff pressure
display area preceded by a “*”.

NOTE: The RTP is the summation of the pressure margin
and the LOP which ensures the field visibility remains clear
during the procedure.

j) To accept the RTP and return to normal operation

press the corresponding PRESSURE button. To reject

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