Bovie AARON 2250 User manual

iService Guide • Aaron 2250

SERVICE GUIDE

This Service Guide and the equipment it describes are for qualified technicians who maintain and repair the Aaron

2250 Electrosurgical Generator. Additional User information is available in the Aaron 2250 User’s Guide.

This document covers technical descriptions of the Aaron 2250 including its physical appearance, all operator

controls and indications, operational specifications, component functional descriptions (module level), diagrams

of the electronic circuits used, and troubleshooting guidelines (with chart comparisons).

The Aaron 2250 was constructed with the highest quality components, and was built in an ISO 9001 registered

environment. In the unlikely event that your generator fails within one year of purchase date, Aaron Medical will

warranty the product and effect factory repairs. Please refer to Appendix A Warranty for what is covered, length of

coverage, and Obtain a Return Authorization Number in Section 8.

Equipment Covered in this Manual

Aaron 2250:

Reference No: A2250

For Information Contact

Aaron Medical • 7100 30th Ave. N. • St. Petersburg, FL 33710-2902

U.S. Phone 1-800-537-2790 Fax 1-800-323-1640 • International Phone +1-727-384-2323 Fax +1-727-347-9144

www.aaronmed.com • sales@aaronmed.com

EC Representative: Crownhouse

Hornbeam Square North

Harrogate, HG2 8PB UK

Phone 01423 870 998

Made in USA

Printed in USA

permission of Aaron Medical.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THE GENERATOR

The safe and effective use of electrosurgery depends to a large degree on factors solely under the control of the

operator. There is no substitute for a properly trained and vigilant medical staff. It is important that they read,

understand, and follow the operating instructions supplied with this electrosurgical equipment.

To promote the safe use of the Aaron 2250, please refer to the User’s Guide for standard operating precautions.

APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS

CSA C22.2, NO. 601.1 - M90

UL 2601 - 1 - UL

IEC 60601 - 2 - 2 (2001-09) Part 1-2

CENELEC EN 60601 - 1 Part 1

IEC 60601 - 2 - 2 (1998-09) Part 2-2

IEC 60601 - 1 Part 1

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS GUIDE

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE:

Indicates an operating tip, a maintenance suggestion, or a hazard that may result in product

damage.

iiiService Guide • Aaron 2250

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Equipment Covered in this Manual.............................................................................ii

For Information Contact ..............................................................................................ii

Safety Precautions When Operating the Generator ..........................................................iii

Applicable Safety Standards..............................................................................................iii

Conventions Used in this Guide.........................................................................................iii

The Aaron 2250......................................................................................................................1-1

Functional Description.....................................................................................................1-2

Unit Description ...............................................................................................................1-3

Safety Precautions When Repairing the Generator........................................................1-3

General Warnings, Cautions, and Notices ..............................................................1-3

Active Accessories...................................................................................................1-4

Fire / Explosion Hazards .........................................................................................1-4

Generator Electric Shock Hazards ..........................................................................1-5

Servicing..................................................................................................................1-5

Cleaning ..................................................................................................................1-5

Controls, Indicators, and Receptacles ................................................................................2-1

Front Panel......................................................................................................................2-2

Controls and Indicators Overview ...................................................................................2-3

Symbols on the Front Panel....................................................................................2-4

Cut and Blend Controls ...........................................................................................2-5

Coag Controls..........................................................................................................2-6

Bipolar Controls .......................................................................................................2-7

Indicators .................................................................................................................2-8

Power Switch and Receptacles...............................................................................2-9

Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................2-10

Symbols on the Rear Panel ..................................................................................2-10

Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................3-1

Performance Characteristics ...........................................................................................3-2

Input Power .............................................................................................................3-2

Duty Cycle ...............................................................................................................3-2

Dimensions and Weight ..........................................................................................3-2

Operating Parameters .............................................................................................3-2

Transport and Storage.............................................................................................3-2

Audio Volume ..........................................................................................................3-3

Return Electrode Sensing .......................................................................................3-3

Low Frequency (50-60 Hz) Leakage Current..........................................................3-3

High Frequency (RF) Leakage Current...................................................................3-4

Standards and IEC Classifications..................................................................................3-4

Class I Equipment (IEC 60601-1) ...........................................................................3-4

Type CF Equipment (IEC 60601-1) / Defibrillator Proof..........................................3-4

Drip Proof (IEC 60601-2-2) .....................................................................................3-4

Electromagnetic Interference...................................................................................3-4

Electromagnetic Compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2 and IEC 60601-2-2) ......................3-4

Voltage Transients (Emergency Generator Mains Transfer)...................................3-4

Output Characteristics.....................................................................................................3-5

Maximum Output for Monopolar and Bipolar Modes ..............................................3-5

Output Power Curves ..............................................................................................3-6

Output Waveforms...................................................................................................3-9

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Theory Of Operation .............................................................................................................4-1

Block Diagram .................................................................................................................4-2

Functional Overview of Key Circuits ...............................................................................4-2

Controls and Indicators ...........................................................................................4-2

Activation Sense Circuits (5) ..................................................................................4-2

Temperature Sensing Circuits (3)............................................................................4-3

Neutral Electrode Monitoring Circuit (NEM) ............................................................4-3

Footswitch Sensor Circuits (2) ...............................................................................4-3

Input Voltage............................................................................................................4-3

Display Control Circuits ...........................................................................................4-3

Control Circuit..........................................................................................................4-4

Power Factor Correction Circuit (PFC) ...................................................................4-4

Power Supply ..........................................................................................................4-4

Switch Mode Power Supply Circuit (SMPS)............................................................4-4

Auxiliary Relay ........................................................................................................4-4

Speaker Circuit .......................................................................................................4-4

RF Drive .................................................................................................................4-4

HV Relay .................................................................................................................4-4

Output......................................................................................................................4-4

Sense and Backup Sense Circuits..........................................................................4-4

Controls and Indicators ...................................................................................................4-5

Aaron 2250 Control Signal Inputs and Outputs ..............................................................4-5

Operating the Aaron 2250 ....................................................................................................5-1

Inspecting the Generator and Accessories .....................................................................5-2

Service Personnel Safety................................................................................................5-2

Installation and Placement ..............................................................................................5-3

Functional (Operational) Checks.....................................................................................5-3

Operating the Unit ...................................................................................................5-3

Preparing for Monopolar Surgery............................................................................5-4

Applying the Return Electrode.................................................................................5-4

Connecting Accessories ..........................................................................................5-4

Preparing for Bipolar Surgery..................................................................................5-4

Activating the Unit ...........................................................................................................5-5

Maintaining the Aaron 2250 .................................................................................................6-1

Cleaning ..........................................................................................................................6-2

Periodic Inspection ..........................................................................................................6-2

Fuse Replacement ..........................................................................................................6-2

Fuse Replacement on the Main PCB..............................................................................6-3

Main PCB Fuse Information ....................................................................................6-3

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................7-1

Recommended Equipment for Troubleshooting..............................................................7-2

Troubleshooting the Aaron 2250 .....................................................................................7-2

Inspecting the Generator.........................................................................................7-2

Inspecting the Receptacles .....................................................................................7-2

Inspecting Internal Components..............................................................................7-3

Understanding Error Codes and Audio Tones.................................................................7-4

Correcting Common Problems ........................................................................................7-5

Main Board Test Points ...................................................................................................7-9

Display Board Test Points ...............................................................................................7-9

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Repair Policy and Procedures .............................................................................................8-1

Responsibility of the Manufacturer..................................................................................8-2

Returning the Generator for Service ...............................................................................8-2

Step 1 – Obtain a Returned Goods Authorization Number.....................................8-2

Step 2 – Clean the Generator .................................................................................8-2

Step 3 – Ship the Generator ...................................................................................8-2

Warranty ................................................................................................................................A-1

Board Drawings, schematics, & Assemblies .....................................................................B-1

How to Order Parts from Aaron Medical.........................................................................B-2

Aaron 2250 Design Breakdown and Drawing Reference...............................................B-2

Aaron Drawing and Schematic Package ........................................................................B-4

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 2 – 1 Layout of controls, indicators, and receptacles on the front panel..................2-2

Figure 2 – 2 Controls for the Cut and Blend modes............................................................2-5

Figure 2 – 3 Controls for the Coag mode ............................................................................2-6

Figure 2 – 4 Controls for the Bipolar mode..........................................................................2-7

Figure 2 – 5 Indicators for power, return electrodes, and footswitch control.......................2-8

Figure 2 – 6 Location of the unit power switch and front panel receptacles .......................2-9

Figure 2 – 7 Layout of connectors and controls on the rear panel....................................2-10

Figure 3 – 1 Output power vs impedance for Cut mode......................................................3-6

Figure 3 – 2 Output power versus impedance for Blend mode, set at Minimum. ...............3-6

Figure 3 – 3 Output power versus impedance for Blend mode, set at Maximum ...............3-7

Figure 3 – 4 Output power vs impedance for Coagulation mode........................................3-7

Figure 3 – 5 Output power vs impedance for Fulguration mode .........................................3-8

Figure 3 – 6 Output power vs impedance for Bipolar mode................................................3-8

Figure 3 – 7 Cut set to 200 W, at no load, open..................................................................3-9

Figure 3 – 8 Cut set to 200 W, actual power 200 W at 300 ohm load ................................3-9

Figure 3 – 9 Blend minimum set to 200 W, at no load, open ............................................3-10

Figure 3 – 10 Blend minimum set to 200 W, actual power 200 W at 300 ohm load ...........3-10

Figure 3 – 11 Blend maximum set to 200 W, at no load, open ...........................................3-11

Figure 3 – 12 Blend maximum set to 200 W, actual power 200 W at 300 ohm load ..........3-11

Figure 3 – 13 Coagulation set to 120 W, at no load, open..................................................3-12

Figure 3 – 14 Coagulation set to 120 W, actual power 120 W at 500 ohm load.................3-12

Figure 3 – 15 Fulguration set to 80 W, at no load, open .....................................................3-13

Figure 3 – 16 Fulguration set to 80 W, actual power 80 W at 500 ohm load......................3-13

Figure 3 – 17 Bipolar set to 80 W, at no load ......................................................................3-14

Figure 3 – 18 Bipolar set to 80 W, actual power set to 200 W load ....................................3-14

Figure 4 – 1 Functional Block Diagram of the Aaron 2250 system. ....................................4-2

Figure 6 – 1 Fuse holder......................................................................................................6-2

Figure 6 – 2 Fuse location ...................................................................................................6-3

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BOARD DRAWINGS AND SCHEMATICS

Main Board Schematic Block Diagram ...................................................................................B-5

Power Factor Circuit ...............................................................................................................B-6

Power Supply Circuit ..............................................................................................................B-7

SMPS Circuit...........................................................................................................................B-8

Power Generator Circuit .........................................................................................................B-9

High Voltage Relays Circuit ..................................................................................................B-10

Current / Voltage Sensors Circuit..........................................................................................B-11

Current / Voltage Sensors (Backup) Circuit..........................................................................B-12

Audio Amplifier Circuit...........................................................................................................B-13

Display Block Diagram..........................................................................................................B-14

System Logic Circuit .............................................................................................................B-15

Display Control Circuit ..........................................................................................................B-16

Neutral Electrode Monitoring Circuit .....................................................................................B-17

Analog to Digital Converter Circuit .......................................................................................B-18

Request Sense Hand Cut Circuit..........................................................................................B-19

Request Sense Hand Coag Circuit.......................................................................................B-20

Request Sense Foot Cut Circuit ...........................................................................................B-21

Request Sense Foot Coag Circuit ........................................................................................B-22

Request Sense Foot Bipolar Circuit .....................................................................................B-23

Foot Monopolar Contact Circuit ............................................................................................B-24

Foot Bipolar Contact Circuit..................................................................................................B-25

Silkscreen for Main PCB for Component Locations .............................................................B-26

Silkscreen for Top of Display PCB for Component Locations ..............................................B-27

Silkscreen for Bottom of Display PCB for Component Locations.........................................B-28

Silkscreen for Relay PCB for Component Locations............................................................B-29

Final Assembly Overview......................................................................................................B-30

Cabling in Assembly .............................................................................................................B-31

Mechanical Front Panel Assembly........................................................................................B-32

Mechanical Back Panel Assembly........................................................................................B-33

Cabling Back Panel Assembly..............................................................................................B-34

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THE AARON 2250

This section includes the following information:

●●Functional Description

●●Unit Description

●●Safety Precautions when Repairing the Generator

CAUTIONS:

Read all warnings, cautions, and instructions provided with this generator before using.

Read the instructions, warnings, and cautions provided with electrosurgical accessories before

using. Specific instructions are not included in this manual.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

The Aaron 2250 is a multipurpose electrosurgical generator for use in physician’s offices and surgi-centers. This unit

offers unsurpassed performance, flexibility, reliability, and user convenience.

The Aaron 2250 includes digital technology. This new technology is evident in the self-checking circuitry and error

code readouts. The unit offers monopolar and bipolar electrosurgical operations.

The following are Aaron 2250 key advantages and benefits:

•Power Capabilities

Up to 200 watts of pure cut in the Cut mode @ 300 Ω

Up to 200 watts of Blend @ 300 Ω

Up to 120 watts of Pinpoint @ 500 Ω

Up to 80 watts of Spray @ 500 Ω

Up to 80 watts of Bipolar @ 150 Ω

•Cut Mode

The cut mode gives the surgeon flexibility to cut all types of tissue without losing performance.

The Cut mode generates constant output power over a wide range of impedances. Refer to the

Technical

Specifications

section of this guide.

•Blend with 10 Settings

The Blend mode is a combination of Cutting and Hemostasis. The 2250 gives the surgeon freedom to adjust

the desired level of hemostasis. A setting of 1 is minimal blend with maximum cutting effect. A setting of 10 is

maximum hemostasis (blend) with minimal cutting effect. This adjustment is easily achieved by a incremental

adjustment. Refer to Section 2,

Controls, Indicators, and Receptacles, Cut and Blend Controls

. The Blend mode

improves the rate of targeted tissue desiccation without increasing the power delivered by the generator.

•Two levels of coagulation: Pinpoint and Spray

Pinpoint provides precise control of bleeding in localized areas.

Spray provides greater control of bleeding in highly vascular tissue over broad surface areas.

•Return electrode sensing and contact quality monitoring

The 2250 incorporates a return electrode contact quality monitoring system (Bovie NEM™). This system

detects the type of return electrode: solid or split. The system also continually monitors the contact quality

between the patient and the split return electrode. This feature is designed to minimize patient burns at the

return electrode site.

•FDFS™ (Fast Digital Feedback System)

The FDFS™ (Fast Digital Feedback System) measures voltage and current at 5,000 times a second and immediate-

ly adjusts the power to varying impedance during the electrosurgical procedure. The unit’s digital technology sens-

es and responds to changes in tissue and density. Unlike analog, this feature reduces the need to adjust power set-

tings manually.

NOTICE:

The Bovie NEM™ system recommends that you use a split return electrode.

•Isolated RF output

This minimizes the potential of alternate site burns.

•Standard connectors

These connectors accept the latest monopolar and bipolar instruments. Refer to Section 2, Controls, Indicators, and

Receptacles to learn more.

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