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Chapter 3Cardiograph Care and Maintenance
This chapter contains information on basic cardiograph care and periodic maintenance. If 
further technical assistance is required, contact the nearest Philips Response Center. For more 
information, see “Contacting a Philips Response Center” on page 1-32. The PageWriter Trim 
cardiograph does not require scheduled preventive maintenance. 
Cleaning the Cardiograph
To clean the cardiograph: 
1
Unplug the AC power cord. 
2Wipe the external surfaces of the...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceCleaning the PIM, Patient Data Cable, and Lead Wires
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Cleaning the PIM, Patient Data Cable, and Lead Wires 
CAUTIONDo not:
„Use isopropyl alcohol
„Autoclave the patient data cable or lead wires or use ultrasonic cleaners
„Immerse
„Use abrasive materials
„Wet the connectors
To clean the PIM, patient data cable, and lead wires:
1
Dampen a soft cloth with soapy water or with one of the disinfectants or cleaning agents 
listed...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceReusable Electrode Cleaning
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To clean the print head:
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Pull the paper drawer completely out from the front of the cardiograph.
2Turn the unit over.
3Wipe the print head lightly with a foam swab dipped in 90% alcohol.
4Allow the print head to dry.
Reusable Electrode Cleaning
To clean reusable electrodes:
1
Dampen a soft cloth with one of the disinfectants or cleaning agents listed below. 
„Cidex Ortho Phthaladehyde
„Cetylcide...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceReplacing Printer Paper
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3Insert a new pack of printer paper with the printed side facing up. Ensure that no more 
than 100 sheets are being inserted into the paper tray. 
4Ensure that the paper sensor hole (A) is positioned as shown.  

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceReplacing Printer Paper
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5Drape the entire first sheet over the roller. Lower the paper bar. Ensure that the perforated 
edge of the paper aligns with the edge of the paper drawer, and that the paper bar is pulled 
down completely. Do not close the paper drawer with the paper bar in an upright position.
6Close the paper drawer.
7Press the Page button on the right side of the cardiograph to advance the paper to the 
beginning of...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceBattery Maintenance and Care
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8Tear off the first sheet as shown.
Battery Maintenance and Care
Caring for the Battery
The battery must be installed for proper operation of the cardiograph. The cardiograph cannot 
print an ECG report without the battery, even if it is plugged into AC power. 
The sealed lead-acid battery used in the PageWriter Trim cardiographs will provide optimal 
longevity when the batteries are fully charged...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceBattery Maintenance and Care
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„If the battery has been fully charged and requires recharging after a few ECGs, consider 
replacing it. 
„The use of cardiograph accessories (barcode reader, magnetic card reader, PC card, 
modem) will deplete battery power at a faster rate. The battery will require more frequent 
charging if these accessories are used with the cardiograph.
NOTEThe battery should be removed and placed in storage if...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceReplacing the Lead Wires in the PIM
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Replacing the Lead Wires in the PIM
To replace the lead wires:
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Disconnect the PIM from the RJ-11 receptacle (rear of cardiograph).
2Remove the lead wire(s) by pulling the connector up.
3Match the lead wire labeling (on lead) with the same lead wire connector on the PIM. 
Replace the lead wire by snapping it into the connector. 

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceCardiograph and Accessory Disposal
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4Reattach the patient data cable to the RJ-11 receptacle (rear of cardiograph).
WARNINGTo ensure safety and prevent damage to the system, only connect the patient data cable 
to the correct PIM connector on the rear of the cardiograph. 
Cardiograph and Accessory Disposal
When the cardiograph has reached the end of its product life, dispose of it according to local 
ordinances. When any of the...

Cardiograph Care and MaintenanceSetting the Paper Size and Lead Settings
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5Repeat the procedure to select the current year, date, and time. 
6When done, press the Enter key ( ) to save the new date and time settings. The new date 
and time appears on the Command Toolbar. 
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To change the date and time:
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Turn the Trim Knob until the date on the LCD display is highlighted.
2Push the Trim Knob. A screen appears showing the current date and time...