Controller Checks (Figure E-2) - GE PANDA Service Manual

6. For Bedded and Freestanding models, check that all the casters are in firm contact with the floor and
that the unit is stable. Lock the caster brakes and check that they hold the unit in place. Release the
brakes and check that the unit moves smoothly.
7. For Bedded models check the operation of all four bedside panels. The bedside panels should lock
securely in the upright position.
8. For Bedded Models, check the operation of the bed tilt mechanism. When you squeeze the tilt control
and push down on the foot of the bed the head of the bed should raise easily, and should stay in
position at any angle along its tilt path when you let go of the tilt control. The bubble levels on the side
bedside panels indicate the mattress is level.
9. Check the movement of the Procedure Light Assembly (if equipped). Ensure movement is smooth and
the light can be positioned at each corner of the mattress.
10. For Freestanding model, inspect the fasteners that attach the rails, the mounting blocks, and the base
together to ensure the joints are secure and tight.
11. For wall mount model, make sure the bracket is securely mounted on the wall and all the screws
attaching the heater head to the bracket are tight.
2.2.2 Controller Checks
Warning: Do not use the warmer in the presence of flammable anesthetics; an
explosion hazard exists under these conditions.
Warning: Always connect the warmer directly to a hospital grade wall outlet.
Connecting to a power strip or another piece of equipment may result in safety and
ground integrity issues.
1. Make sure the power cord is connected to the outlet on the unit and to the rated power supply.
2. Switch on the power at the mains switch on the back of the unit, and at the standby switch on the front
control panel. Verify the following:
• The model type indicated on the screen matches the type of unit (Panda or Giraffe, bedded or non-
bedded)
• All the displays and indicators light
• The software revision appears
• The prompt tone begins
3. Press the "Admit Baby" key to enter normal operation in Manual Mode. Select Heater Power percentage
to silence the prompt tone.
4. Connect the baby temperature probe to the jack on the right side of the bed. If using a warmer with an
In-bed scale, the temperature probe jack is located above the In-bed scale connection.
5. Check the patient probe. Warm it by placing it between your fingers, and verify that the baby
temperature reading increases.
6. Unplug the patient probe and change the warmer to Baby Mode. Check that both visual and audio
alarms trigger in the Baby Mode. Silence the alarm by using either the alarm silence key or the Hands
Free Alarm silence.
7. Return the warmer to Manual Mode by pressing the "Mode" key. Select a Heater Power setting to
silence the prompt tone.
8. If the unit is equipped with an elevating bed, check the operation of the bed elevation mechanism.
Raise and lower the bed along its entire travel range, checking that the mechanism operates smoothly.
Check that the raise and lower bed pedals on both sides of the unit raise and lower the bed height.
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Chapter 2: Installation, Maintenance, and Checkout
Installation and Service Checkout Procedures
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