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UC200304151c ML
5.5" x 7.75" (139.7 mm x 196.85 mm)
Temperature Verification Cartridge
1. Turn the ACT Plus™ instrument ON and allow the instrument to warm up for
15 minutes.
2. Place the Temperature Verification Cartridge (Catalog No. 313-11) into the
actuator heat block.
3. Wait for temperature equilibration to occur (minimum 10 minutes) and check
the Temperature Verification Cartridge reading.
4. The instrument-displayed temperature and the Temperature Verification
Cartridge temperature should both be within 36.5°C to 37.5°C. The
Temperature Verification Cartridge temperature should be within ± 0.5°C of
the instrument-displayed temperature.
From the Quality Control Menu:
5. To change the temperature, if needed, or to record that the temperature has
been verified, select [Temperature Adjustment].
6. Enter the temperature verification cartridge reading using the numeric keypad
(values must be between 35°C and 39°C).
7. To accept the entry, press [Enter]. The time, date, and temperatures of the
temperature verification cartridge and the display will be recorded in the
temperature log.
Note: If the instrument is still not in the range specified in Step 5, adjustments can
be repeated after a minimum of 10 minutes. To repeat adjustments, select [Repeat
Adjustment].
8. If you are unable to calibrate the display to match the temperature on the
Temperature Verification Cartridge, contact the Medtronic Service
Representative or an authorized distributor.
Preventive Maintenance
See Service and Troubleshooting on page 44.
Fuse Replacement
Two fuses are located in the Power Inlet Module on the ACT Plus™ instrument's
rear panel. To replace or examine the fuses:
1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Open the cover of the fuse holders using a small flathead screwdriver.
3. Slide the fuse holders out and, if necessary, replace the fuses with T4A
250-V fuses.
4. Insert the fuse holders back into the Power Inlet Module.
5. Close the cover.
6. Power ON the instrument to determine whether replacing the fuse(s) solved
the problem.
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Medtronic Confidential
ACT Plus™ Operator's Manual
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