QA-ES Automation Bundle ESU Automation Kit

Users Manual

PN 3672225
March 2011, Rev. 1
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Unpacking and Inspection

Follow standard receiving practices upon receipt of the instrument. Check the shipping carton for damage. If damage is found, stop unpacking
the instrument. Notify the carrier and ask for an agent to be present while the instrument is unpacked. There are no special unpacking
instructions, but be careful not to damage the instrument when unpacking it. Inspect the instrument for physical damage such as bent or
broken parts, dents, or scratches.

Technical Support
For application support or answers to technical questions, either email techservices@flukebiomedical.com or call 1-800- 648-7952 or 1-425-
446-6945.

Claims
Our routine method of shipment is via common carrier, FOB origin. Upon delivery, if physical damage is found, retain all packing materials in
their original condition and contact the carrier immediately to file a claim. If the instrument is delivered in good physical condition but does not
operate within specifications, or if there are any other problems not caused by shipping damage, please contact Fluke Biomedical or your local
sales representative.
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All items being returned (including all warranty-claim shipments) must be sent freight-prepaid to our factory location. When you return an
instrument to Fluke Biomedical, we recommend using United Parcel Service, Federal Express, or Air Parcel Post. We also recommend that
you insure your shipment for its actual replacement cost. Fluke Biomedical will not be responsible for lost shipments or instruments that are
received in damaged condition due to improper packaging or handling.
Use the original carton and packaging material for shipment. If they are not available, we recommend the following guide for repackaging:
 Use a double–walled carton of sufficient strength for the weight being shipped.
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 Use at least four inches of tightly packed, industry-approved, shock-absorbent material around the instrument.
 Returns for partial refund/credit:
Every product returned for refund/credit must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number, obtained from our Order
Entry Group at 1-800-648-7952 or 1-425-446-6945.
Repair and calibration:
To find the nearest service center, go to www.flukebiomedical.com/service or

In the U.S.A.:
Cleveland Calibration Lab
Tel: 1-800-850-4606
Email: globalcal@flukebiomedical.com

Everett Calibration Lab

Tel: 1-888-99 FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
Email: service.status@fluke.com

In Europe, Middle East, and Africa:

Eindhoven Calibration Lab
Tel: +31-402-675300
Email: ServiceDesk@fluke.com

In Asia:
Everett Calibration Lab
Tel: +425-446-6945
Email: service.international@fluke.com

Certification
This instrument was thoroughly tested and inspected. It was found to meet Fluke Biomedical’s manufacturing specifications when it was
shipped from the factory. Calibration measurements are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Devices for
which there are no NIST calibration standards are measured against in-house performance standards using accepted test procedures.

WARNING
Unauthorized user modifications or application beyond the published specifications may result in electrical shock hazards or improper
operation. Fluke Biomedical will not be responsible for any injuries sustained due to unauthorized equipment modifications.
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information in this document will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. No responsibility is assumed by Fluke Biomedical
for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by Fluke Biomedical, or by its affiliated dealers.

Manufacturing Location
The QA-ES Automation Bundle is manufactured at Fluke Biomedical, 6920 Seaway Blvd., Everett, WA, U.S.A.
 Table of Contents

Title Page

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
Safety ............................................................................................................................. 1
Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 2
Unpack the Product........................................................................................................ 3
Lead Identification .......................................................................................................... 4
How to Connect the Switch Box ..................................................................................... 6
How to Connect Bundle Components ............................................................................ 7
Power Distribution/Output Tests ................................................................................ 7
HF Leakage Current Tests ........................................................................................ 10
How to Test the Return Electrode Current Monitoring (RECM) Circuit ...................... 16
How to Clean Bundle Components ................................................................................ 17

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Introduction  Warnings
The QA-ES Automation Bundle is a kit of components To avoid possible electrical burn or personal
and cables or leads used with the Fluke Biomedical injury, follow these guidelines:
QA-ES II Electrosurgical Analyzer to automate Electrical • Read this Users Manual and the QA-ES
Surgical Units (ESU) tests. The Remote Electrode Control Operators Manual before operating the
Monitoring (RECM) test of an ESU is enhanced with this Analyzer with QA-ES Automation
bundle. Bundle.
Safety • Do not exceed the maximum rating of
When you use the bundle of components on an 5 kV peak on the switch box.
electrosurgical analyzer test, follow all warnings and
cautions of the QA-ES II Electrosurgical Analyzer as well • Follow all warnings and cautions in the
as those for the electrosurgical unit under test. QA-ES Operators Manual as well as
those found in this manual.
In this manual, a Warning identifies hazardous conditions
and actions that could cause bodily harm or death. A • Be sure the switch on the switchbox is
Caution identifies conditions and actions that could off “O” before turning on the QA-ES
damage the Analyzer, the equipment under test, or cause Analyzer.
permanent loss of data. • Examine all accessories for cracks or
damage before use. Do not use and
replace any damaged parts.

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• Follow all Bundle setup instructions and Symbols

stand clear when you activate the QA-
Table 1 is a list of symbols found in this manual or on this
ES Analyzer with the switch box.
Product.
• Do not use probes or accessories
supplied for use with the QA-ES for Table 1. Symbols
handheld use. Symbol Description
• Use Bundle accessories only in the
Risk of danger. Important information. See
manner specified in this manual.  manual.
• Use only Fluke Biomedical supplied
accessories. Do not substitute off-the-  Conforms to European Union directives.
shelf cables for those supplied in the
Bundle.  Hazardous voltage. Risk of electric shock.

Conforms to relevant North American Safety

 Standards.

Do not dispose of this product as unsorted

 municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for
recycling information.

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Unpack the Product

Unpack the Product

The content of the Bundle depends on the Bundle version. Table 2 shows the possible items that are contained in a Bundle.

Table 2. QA-ES Bundle Contents

Description Fluke PN Lead No

QA-ES Electrosurgical Analyzer US 2649769

SHK 2651725
UK 2770445
JPN 3096390 NA
AUS 2770450
Brazil 115 V 3951426
Brazil 230 V 3968660
Ansur QA-ES Plug-In 2461802 NA
Switch Box 3781222 NA
RECM Test Box 3782183 NA
International Dispersive Lead 3781268 4
Valleylab Dispersive Lead 3781279 3
RECM Alarm Disabling Lead 3781287 5
Monopolar Activation Lead 3781293 1
Bipolar Activation Lead 3781302 2

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Table 2. QA-ES Bundle Contents (cont.)

Description Fluke PN Lead No

QA-ES Automation Kit Users Manual 3672225 NA

20 Inch Black Safety Lead 3782216

6
20 Inch Red Safety Lead 3782233

40 Inch Black Safety Lead 3837016

7
40 Inch Red Safety Lead 3837025

Test Probe Set, 0.080 Brass Tip 1909216 8

RS232 Cable with Ferrites 3788956 NA

Carrying Case 3766325 NA

Lead Identification
To help identify which lead is used in each of the test
configurations shown in this manual, use Figure 1 and
Table 2.
In the configuration figures to follow, some lead
connections are identified with a call out. Use the lead
number in a configuration graphic to find the correct lead
in Figure 1. To help with identification, the same lead
number is used in Table 2.

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1 2

3 4

6 8
7

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Figure 1. Automation Bundle Leads

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How to Connect the Switch Box Note

Before you do an ESU test with the ESU Analyzer, the The three-position switch has a center off
switch box must be connected to the foot switch output position.
jacks on the right side of the ESU Analyzer. See Figure 2.

POWER

CANCEL
ENTER

RF-DET
ECT

REMO
TE
SCOP

Coag
E OUTP
UT

3
0
2
8
9
A
W
T,
T
E
R
E
V
E

Cut

Off

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Figure 2. Switchbox Connections to QA-ES II

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How to Connect Bundle Components Power Distribution/Output Tests

Figures 3 through 11 shows the connections made Power Distribution/Output tests measure the power
between the ESU Analyzer and the Unit Under Test output properties of the ESU and supply output current
(UUT) for different ESU tests. These connections, (A), power (W), peak-to-peak voltage (V), and crest factor
although equivalent to those in the QA-ES II Operators values. Figure 3 shows how to connect the Bundle for
Manual, show how the components of this Bundle must Monopolar mode and Figure 4 shows the connections for
be connected. Bipolar mode.

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ESU

Neutral/Disp.
Coag (Black)
Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead 1 Lead 3 or 4

Lead 5

QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 3. Power Distribution/Output Test Connections - Monopolar

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ESU
Bipolar

Neutral/Disp.
Coag (Black)
Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead
3 or 4
Lead 5
Lead 2
QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 4. Power Distribution/Output Test Connections - Bipolar

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HF Leakage Current Tests

These tests measure the leakage current from the ESU under test. Figures 5 through 10 show the connections used to make
the different HF leakage current measurements on the unit under test.

ESU
F

Neutral/Disp.
Coag (Black)
Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead 1
Lead
3 or 4
Lead 5

QA-ES II

2
0
0

giw02.eps

Figure 5. HF Leakage Current on Active Electrode for HF Insulated ESUs (CF Type) Connection - Monopolar
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ESU

Coag (Black) Neutral/Disp.

Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead
3 or 4
Lead 1 Lead 5

QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 6. HF Leakage Current from Neutral Electrode for HF Insulated ESUs (CF Type) Connections - Monopolar

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ESU

Neutral/Disp.
Coag (Black)
Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead
3 or 4
Lead 5
Lead 1

QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 7. HF Leakage Current (Fig 101) for HF Grounded ESUs (BF Type) Connections - Monopolar

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ESU

Coag (Black) Neutral/Disp.

Cut (Yellow)
Active

Lead
3 or 4
Lead 5
Lead 1

QA-ES II

1 Kv

2
0
0

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Figure 8. HF Leakage Current (Fig 102) for HF Grounded ESUs (BF Type) Connections - Monopolar

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ESU
Bipolar

Neutral/Disp.

Lead 1
Lead
Black 3 or 4
Lead Lead 5

QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 9. HF Leakage Current for Bipolar Modes (BF & CF type ESUs) – First Wiring

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ESU
Bipolar

Neutral/Disp.

Lead 1
Lead
3 or 4
Lead 5

QA-ES II

2
0
0

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Figure 10. HF Leakage Current for Bipolar Modes (BF & CF type ESUs) – Second Wiring.

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How to Test the Return Electrode Current Monitoring (RECM) Circuit

To do an RECM circuit test, connect the RECM Test Box to the return connection on the UUT as shown in Figure 11. Adjust
the resistance on the test box to the value specified in the UUTs specifications

Other Brands
Valleylab
Neutral

Lead 3

Lead 4
OR

Lead 6
Lead 6

Lead 8 Lead 8

RECM Test Box RECM Test Box

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Figure 11. RECM Testing Connections

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How to Clean Bundle Components

How to Clean Bundle Components

 Warning
To avoid electric shock, do not clean the
bundle components while connected to the
Analyzer or UUT.
 Caution
Do not pour fluid onto the bundle component
surfaces; fluid seepage into the electrical
circuitry may cause the component to fail.
Do not use spray cleaners on the
components; such action may force cleaning
fluid into the components and damage
electronic components.
Clean the bundle components utilizing a damp cloth and
mild detergent. Take care to prevent the entrance of
fluids.
Wipe down the adapter cables with the same care.
Inspect them for damage to and deterioration of the
insulation. Check the connections for integrity before
each use.

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