Soering MBC 200-BCC 140 - SM - en

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2007-07-19
Service manual
Radio frequency surgery units

MBC200/BCC140
MBC 200 BCC 140
0123
Dok-ID: 03-1272R00
Söring GmbH
Medizintechnik
Justus-von-Liebig-Ring 02
D-25451 Quickborn
Tel.: +49 (0)4106-6100-0

Fax: +49 (0)4106-6100-10
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.soering.com
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Radio frequency surgery units MBC200/BCC140
Inhalt
1 General................................
General ................................................................
................................ .............................................................
................................ ............................. 7
1.1 Information on the Service Instructions................................ 7
1.2 Explanation of symbols..............................................................8
1.3 Restricted liability....................................................................... 9
1.4 Copyright .....................................................................................10
1.5 Accessories ..................................................................................10
2 Safety ................................................................
................................ ..............................................................
................................ .............................. 11
2.1 Customer’s responsibility......................................................... 11
2.2 Personnel requirements ...........................................................13
2.2.1 Requirements............................................................13
2.2.2 Unauthorized persons ........................................... 14
2.3 Intended use ............................................................................... 15
2.4 General notes on safety........................................................... 16
2.5 Environmental protection ....................................................... 18
3 Technical data ................................................................

................................ ..............................................
................................ .............. 19
3.1 General information ................................................................. 19
3.2 Connection values..................................................................... 19
3.3 Operating conditions............................................................... 20
3.4 Performance values ................................................................. 20
3.5 Acoustic signals.......................................................................... 21
3.6 Electromagnetic compatibility...............................................22
3.7 Classification ..............................................................................23
4 System configuration ................................................................

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................................ ..24
.. 24
4.1 Overview of assemblies ...........................................................24
4.2 Arrangement of assemblies....................................................25
4.3 Primary power supply.............................................................. 26
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4.4 PCBs and modules .................................................................... 27
4.4.1 Supply unit............................................................... 27
4.4.2 Radio frequency generator PCB

(RFGEN_MBC200)...................................................29
4.4.3 The display PCB.......................................................30
4.5 Technical properties.................................................................. 31
4.5.1 RF-Signal .................................................................... 31
4.5.1.1 Pure cut, monopolar ............................33
4.5.1.2 Cut blend, monopolar......................... 35
4.5.1.3 Pulse cut, monopolar .......................... 38
4.5.1.4 Soft coagulation, monopolar........... 40
4.5.1.5 Coagulation Force, monopolar......... 42
4.5.1.6 Bipolar cut (BCC140 only)................... 45
4.5.1.7 Bipolar pulse (BCC140 only) .............. 47
4.5.1.8 Coagulation Soft, bipolar (BCC140

only) ........................................................49
4.5.1.9 Coagulation Force, bipolar

(BCC140 only) ......................................... 51
4.5.2 The patient electrode monitor (MBC200

only) ........................................................................... 54
4.5.3 The bipolar automatics......................................... 55
4.5.4 Button and footswitch polling............................ 55
4.5.5 System monitor ...................................................... 56
5 Settings in the service mode................................

mode ......................................................
................................ ...................... 57
5.1 PSC mode .....................................................................................57
5.1.1 Starting the PSC mode ...........................................57
5.1.2 PSC mode selection................................................ 58
5.1.3 PSC modes............................................................... 60
5.2 Unit calibration.......................................................................... 67
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5.2.1 Required measuring instruments...................... 67
5.2.2 Calibration of power monitor............................. 68
5.2.3 RF power calibration .............................................69
5.2.4 Calibrating the RF current limitation................ 70
5.2.5 Testing the arc regulation .....................................71
5.2.6 Calibrating the switching thresholds of the

bipolar automatics .................................................72
5.2.7 Calibrating the patient electrode monitor

(MBC200 only) ......................................................... 73
6 Troubleshooting and error elimination ...................................

................................ ... 75
6.1 Eliminating malfunctions........................................................75
6.1.1 The error memory ...................................................75
6.1.2 Retrieval of cumulative/single error

memory and unit statistics ................................. 76
6.1.3 error table .................................................................78
6.2 Component replacement ....................................................... 84
6.2.1 Opening the housing ............................................ 84
6.2.2 Removing the power supply unit .......................85
6.2.3 Removing the rear panel.......................................87
6.2.4 Removing the heat sink ........................................87
6.2.5 Removing the RF generator PCB ........................ 88
6.2.6 Removing the display PCB ................................... 88
7 Tests ................................................................
................................ ..............................................................
................................ .............................. 89
7.1 Technical safety inspections.................................................. 89
7.1.1 Electrical safety ......................................................90
7.1.2 Sample test protocol for electrical safety......... 91
7.1.3 Test of controls and indicators........................... 93
7.1.4 Testing the accessories......................................... 93
7.1.5 Testing the radio frequency generators .......... 94
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7.1.6 Testing the power monitor.................................. 95
7.1.7 RF leakage current test .........................................96
7.1.8 Test of patient electrode monitor...................... 97
8 Disassembly ................................................................
................................ .................................................
................................ ................. 98
8.1 Disassembly ...............................................................................98
8.2 Disposal .......................................................................................99
9 Appendix ................................................................
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................................ ..................... 100
9.1 Approved spare parts (excerpt) ...........................................100
10 Index ................................................................
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................................ ............................. 101
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General
1 General
1.1 Information on the Service Instructions

The present Service Instructions provide important hints on how to
troubleshoot and correct unit malfunctions. Adherence to all safety
notes and instructions given is a prerequisite for safe operation.
In addition, all local accident prevention regulation applicable to

unit servicing and all general safety regulations must be kept.
A release of the unit after repair is allowed only when all tests
required for safe operation were successfully completed.
Make sure to thoroughly read the Service Instructions before

starting any work! The Instructions must always be available to
service personnel.
The Service Instructions are not released for the operator or the
operator’s personnel. Section Personnel describes the qualification
required to handle the contents of the present manual.
To better show the actual situation, the illustrations contained in

the present manual are not necessarily true to scale and can slightly
deviate from the actual unit.
As the Operating Instructions of the units in question apply in

addition to the present Service Instructions, it is vital that you heed
the notes – in particular the safety notes – contained therein!
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General
1.2 Explanation of symbols
Warnings Warnings are identified by symbols. These warnings are introduced

by signal words, which express the severity of a danger.
Adhere to these warnings and act cautiously in order to avoid
accidents, personal injuries and damage to property.
DANGER!
… indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING!
… indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION!
if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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General
Hints and recommendations NOTE!

… emphasizes useful hints and recommendations as
well as information for efficient and trouble-free
operation.
Special safety notes The following symbols are used in connection with the safety notes
to highlight particular dangers:
DANGER!
Danger to life caused by electric current!
… highlights life threatening situations caused by

electric current There is a danger of serious injury or
death if the safety notes are not complied with.
The work to be performed must only be carried out
by qualified electricians.
1.3 Restricted liability

All information and notes in the present instructions were compiled
in adherence to applicable standards and regulations, state of the
art and the manufacturer’s long-standing expertise and experience.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by:

Failure to observe the present manual
Unintended use
Assignment of untrained personnel
Unauthorised conversions
Impermissible technical modifications
Use of unauthorised spare parts
The actual configuration can differ from the information and views
given here in case of special variants, when additional options were
ordered or due to late-breaking technical changes.
Furthermore, the manufacturer’s specifications, the contractual

agreements between manufacturer and operator and the statutory
provisions applicable when the contract was concluded shall apply.
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1.4 Copyright
Copyright
Treat these instructions confidentially. They are intended only for
persons working with the system. Passing these instructions on to
third parties without the written consent of the manufacturer is not
permitted.
NOTE!
The contents of these instructions, texts, drawings,
pictures and other representations are protected by
copyright law subject to industrial property rights.
Any misuse is punishable.
Reproduction of any kind – even in the form of excerpts – as well as

the use and/or disclosure of the contents without the written
consent of the manufacturer is not permitted. Violations require
compensation. The right to further claims remains reserved.
1.5 Accessories
WARNING!
Risk of injuries due to improper accessories!
Improper or damaged accessories can cause faults or

unit failures as well as injuries to the operator or
patient. Therefore:
– Use only accessories approved by the

manufacturer.
Approved accessories are listed in the Appendix and can be directly

ordered from the unit manufacturer. For the address refer to page 2.
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Safety
2 Safety
This paragraph provides an overview of all important safety aspects
for optimal protection of personnel as well as safe and trouble-free
operation.
Disregarding this Manual and safety regulations specified therein

may result in considerable danger.
2.1 Customer’s responsibility

The service operator is responsible to adhere to statutory
occupational safety regulations.
Apart from the notes on occupational safety given in the present

Instructions, the locally applicable safety, accident prevention and
environment protection regulations must be observed. The
following applies in particular:
The service operator must familiarise himself with applicable

occupational safety regulations and additionally prepare a risk
assessment to identify risks that may result from particular
operating conditions at the personnel’s workspace. He must
transform these into work and safety instructions for service
operations.
The service operator is obliged to verify at regular intervals

whether or not the work and safety instructions he has compiled
meet the current state of regulations and accordingly amend his
instructions if necessary.
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Safety
The service operator must clearly identify and define

responsibilities for all necessary work steps.
The service operator must ensure that all persons using the unit
in question have read and understood the Operating Instructions
and the present Service Instructions.
In addition, he must train and inform the staff of the dangers
involved at regular intervals.
The service operator is also responsible for maintaining

workspaces and all necessary technical equipment in a perfect
state at all times.
Responsibility for the unit operator
The service operator must ensure the tests and safety checks
described in the present Service Instructions were performed
before the unit was released for operation.
The service operator must ensure only spare parts approved and
components rated as compatible by the manufacturer are used
for servicing the unit.
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Safety
2.2 Personnel requirements
2.2.1 Requirements
WARNING!
Risk of injury when handled by inexpert persons!
Inexpert servicing can result in severe injuries to

persons and damage to material with a potential
risk of death for users or patients of the unit
operator or service personnel.
Therefore:
– Service work on the unit must only be entrusted

to personnel meeting the minimum
requirements mentioned hereunder.
– Perform service work not described in the

present Service Instructions after consultation
with the manufacturer only.
The following qualification is necessary for all work described in the

present Service Instructions:
Qualified service personnel

are capable due to their special technical education, expertise,
experience and authorisation by the manufacturer to safely
perform the error elimination and repair work assigned to them.
Qualified service personnel are capable of autonomously

identifying, assessing and preventing potential dangers for the
user of the unit or his patient.
Qualified service personnel are familiar with the contents of all

applicable regulations, guidelines and standards law stipulates
for the safe operation of the unit and can implement the
inherent requirements.
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Qualified service personnel have the required expert knowledge

in the unit’s area of application and ensure the unit operator can
comply with all safety and hygiene regulations applicable to the
use of medical devices after the unit has been released for
operation again.
Qualified service personnel are authorised to perform the legally

stipulated annual safety checks. They are regarded as Authorised
Expert in line with the unit’s Operating Instructions.
Qualified service personnel meet the requirements of a qualified

electrician and is thus authorised to work on electrical systems.
In Germany, the trained electrician must meet the requirements

of the BGV A3 accident prevention regulations (e.g. master
electrician). Similar regulations apply in other countries.
Only persons who may be expected to work reliably are allowed as

personnel. Persons whose reaction is impaired, for example by
drugs, alcohol or medication are not allowed.
Heed the locally applicable regulations regarding age and profession

when selecting personnel.
2.2.2 Unauthorized persons
WARNING! Danger for unauthorized persons!

Unauthorized persons not meeting the
requirements outlined here are not aware of the
dangers in the work area.
Therefore:
– Keep unauthorized persons away from the work

area.
– If in doubt, address the persons and direct them

to leave the work area.
– Interrupt work activities as long as unauthorized

persons are present in the work area.
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2.3 Intended use

The high frequency surgery units have solely been designed for the
intended use described in this manual.
Any safety-related rating of devices due to technical specifications

has been defined by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
Danger caused by improper service and technical
changes!
Improper service and arbitrary technical changes can
affect the operational readiness for the intended use
and can cause dangerous situations.
Therefore:
– Service operations have to be done only
according to the manufacturer's specification.
– For servicing use only compatible spare parts and
components approved by the manufacturer.
– Always comply to the specifications made in this
service manual.
Claims for any kind of damage resulting from unintended use are
strictly excluded.
The service operator is solely liable for any damages occurring to

technical changes without authority.
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2.4 General notes on safety
Damaged cables DANGER!

Risk of life due to damaged cables!
Damaged insulation of energised cables constitutes
a fatal risk.
Damage to individual conductors can result in
device malfunctions and put the patient at risk.
Therefore:
– Use tested undamaged cables only.
– Immediately switch off the power supply and
arrange for repair if insulation damage occurs.
– Entrust work on the electrical connection to
trained electricians only.
– Deenergise the electrical connection and test for
zero potential whenever you perform work on
the electrical connection.
– Switch off the power supply and secure it against
switching on before you start maintenance,
cleaning and repair work.
– Keep moisture away from energized components
in order to prevent short-circuits.
Electrical components CAUTION!

Electrostatic sensitive devices!
Electrostatic voltages can damage or destroy

components in the unit.
Therefore:
– Disconnect the unit from mains before you

start working on it.
– Wear a grounded antistatic wristlet when

working on electrostatic sensitive devices.
– Always hold components at their edges and

never touch printed circuit lines, ICs, etc.
– Deposit components on antistatic mats only.
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Safety
Improper storage of tools and spare CAUTION!

components Risk of injury due to improper storage of tools
and spare components!
Carelessly stored tools and spare components may
cause falls and injuries.
Therefore:
– Properly store tools and spare components to
prevent accidents.
– Move carefully in the workspace.
Spare parts WARNING!

Beware of injuries due to unsuitable spare parts!
Unsuitable spare parts may cause unit malfunctions

or complete unit failures and can result in injuries to
user or patient.
Therefore:
– Use only spare parts approved by the

manufacturer.
Approved spare parts are listed in the Appendix and can be directly
ordered from the unit manufacturer. For the address refer to page 2.
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Safety
Damaged components WARNING!

Risk of injuries due to damaged components!
Safe treatment of the patient is no longer possible if

damaged components are reused. Resulting unit
malfunctions can cause severe injuries to the
patient.
Therefore:
– Completely exchange damaged components

with a genuine spare part in mint condition.
– Clearly mark damaged components as damaged

and properly dispose of them.
2.5 Environmental protection
Disposal CAUTION!
Environmental
Environmental hazard due to improper disposal!
Improper disposal of the unit and its components

represents an impermissible hazard to the
environment.
Therefore:
– Properly dispose of components or unit or hand

them over to an authorised disposer of
electronics at their end of life.
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Technical data
3 Technical data
3.1 General information
Specification MBC200/BCC140 Value Unit
Purpose RF surgery
MBC200 monopolar/bipolar
BCC140 bipolar
Weight 14,5 kg
Length 31,0 cm
Width 38,5 cm
Height 15,0 cm
3.2 Connection values
Electrical Specification Value Unit
Voltage 230/115/105 V
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Max. current draw
MBC200 2,3/4,3/5,0 A
BCC140 1,5/2,8/3,1 A
Max. power draw
MBC200 480 VA
BCC140 350 VA
Mains fuses
MBC200 T2.5/T5.0/T5.0 A
BCC140 T2.0/T4.0/T4.0 A
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3.3 Operating conditions
Environment Specification MBC200/BCC140 Value Unit
Temperature range 15...40 °C
Max. relative humidity 15...85 %
Max. duty cycle Specification MBC200/BCC140

MB C200/BCC140 Value Unit
Max. duty cycle 30 seconds
Pause until next activation 70 seconds
3.4 Performance values
Specification Value Unit
Max. RF voltage
MBC200 1950 VPP
BCC140 1100 VPP
Max. RF current
MBC200 1,4/2,0 A
BCC140 2,0 A
Max. RF power
MBC200 200/140 W
BCC140 140 W
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3.5 Acoustic signals
Specification MBC200/BCC140 Value Unit
Cutting
MBC200 940 Hz
BCC140 831 Hz
Coagulation
MBC200 880 Hz
BCC140 784 Hz
Pulse
MBC200 880/740 Hz
BCC140 831/740 Hz
Patient electrode error: intermittent 554 Hz tone, 1 s

interval
Error tritone signal
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Technical data
3.6 Electromagnetic compatibility
Test Standard Values

(DIN EN)
Conducted emission 55011 150 kHz to

FCC P18 30 MHz
Radiated emission 55011 30 MHz to

FCC P18 1 GHz
Electrostatic discharge 61000-4-2 +/- 6 kV contact

+/- 8 kV air
Immunity to 61000-4-3 10 V/m

electromagnetic fields 80-2500 MHz
Immunity to transient 61000-4-4 +/- 2 kV supply

electrical interferences +/- 1 kV signal
Surge immunity 61000-4-5 Peak 1.2 / 50 µS

+/- 2 kV asym
+/- 1 kV sym
Immunity to conducted 61000-4-6 10 V 150kHz to

interferences induced by 80 MHz
high frequency fields
Voltage dips 61000-4-11 met
Harmonic currents 61000-3-2 met
Voltage fluctuation 61000-3-3 met
The unit is exclusively intended for application in the above

specified electromagnetic environment.
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3.7 Classification
Specification Value
Protection class (as per EN 60601-1) I
Type (as per EN 60601-1) CF
Classification (as per Medical II b

Devices Directive MDD)
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System configuration
4 System configuration
4.1 Overview of assemblies

The RF surgery units contain the following assemblies:
Power supply unit
RF generator PCB
Display PCB
Sockets (handpieces, footswitch, patient electrode and power

socket)
Housing
Structure and function of assemblies are described in the following

sections.
Supply unit components Mains voltage reaches the supply unit via the mains socket (with
integrated fuse holder and line filter) and the mains switch. The
supply unit comprises the transformer and Supply_TL1R2 PCB, both
mounted on an aluminium plate.
The PCB comprises the voltage selector (for operation with 115 V and
230 V), the rectifiers and the smoothing capacitors; it supplies
unregulated voltages (+/-28 VDC and ca. 160 VDC) for the RF
generator PCB. The supply unit is connected to the RF generator PCB
(RFGEN_MBC200).
RF generator PCB The RF generator PCB comprises all components required for:
generating sinusoidal RF voltages (ca. 360 kHz)
system monitoring and security devices (2 micro controllers)
patient electrode monitoring (MBC200 only)
all connectors for connecting the unit’s sockets
connection for the display PCB
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Display PCB The display PCB comprises all indicators and controls and features a
separate microcontroller.
Unit's sockets The unit sockets (monopolar, bipolar, patient electrode) are
connected to the RF generator PCB with heavy-duty connectors.
Housing The housing comprises 3 parts (chassis, rear wall and bottom plate).
RF generator and display PCBs are screwed to the chassis. The heat
sink is screwed to the rear wall that also accommodates line filter
socket, loudspeaker and volume control.
4.2 Arrangement of assemblies

MBC200 and BCC140 units are identical apart from minor
differences with regard to components on the RF board, sockets,
display and firmware. Fehler! Verweisquelle
Verweis quelle konnte nicht
gefunden werden. shows the block diagram.
Abb. 1 Arrangement of assemblies
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4.3 Primary power supply

The primary power supply comprises the following components:
Line filter socket with fuse unit (2-pole protection)
Power switch
Cable set
It serves to establish the electrical connection between mains socket

and supply unit.
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4.4 P CBs and modules
4.4.1 Supply unit

The supply unit comprises the supply unit PCB (Supply_TL1R2) and a
mains transformer. Fig. 2 shows the block diagram.
Fig. 2: Supply unit with mains transformer
Mains voltage reaches the primary windings of the mains

transformer (connector J2) via connector J1, a current limiter unit and
a voltage selector (115 V / 230 V). Fig. 3 shows the electrical design of
the mains transformer.
primary secondary V 0=
0V blue red 0V
100 V brown red 115 V / 3.00 A 124,73 V
115 V green orange 0V
purple 20 V / 2.00 A 21,49 V
0V green white 0V
115 V yellow grey 20 V / 2.00 A 21,49 V
gn/ve
thermoswitch (Φ ): 130 °C
Fig. 3: Mains transformer design
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Fig. 4: Supply unit PCB
J3 (secondary socket) connects the secondary windings (2 off 20 V, 1

off 115 V) to the supply PCB.
A melt insert (T3.15 A) protects the transformer’s secondary side

(115 V winding). Self-healing ceramic fuses protect the secondary low
voltages (2 off 20 V).
The rectified and smoothed voltages (ca. 160 VDC, 2 off 28 VDC)
reach the RF generator PCB via J4. J4 also transmits the “power
good” issued when the mains voltage is at least 80% of the rated
value (115 V / 230 V).
An additional M2.5 A fuse protects the 160 VDC output (of J4) to
minimise subsequent damage to the RF generator PCB in case of a
voltage regulator defect.
The current limiter unit comprises a resistor connected in series with

the primary winding. A relay bypasses this resistor ca. 0.5 s after the
mains voltage is turned on. The relay drops out in case of brief
power outages or voltage drops. This prevents an excessively high
surge current that could cause the unit’s fuses to blow. A thermal
fuse is provided to prevent the current limiting resistor from
overheating (risk of fire) in case of a relay malfunction.
4 LED indicate the presence of all operating voltages and of the

“Power Good” signal. These LED must be lit after unit power -on.
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4.4.2 Radio frequency generator PCB (RFGEN_MBC200)

Fig. 5 shows the block diagram of the RF generator PCB.
Fig. 5:Radio frequency generator PCB
The unregulated voltages generated by the supply unit
+/-28 V,
160 V,
and the “Power good” signal
reach the RF generator PCB via connector J1. The PCB contains:
A variable voltage source (U1 voltage regulator) providing a

voltage of 0 V to 100 V
The radio frequency generator, designed as a MOS bridge with

downstream resonance filter circuit and power regulation circuit
Power, current and arc limitation occurs by lowering the U1

voltage source (DOWN signal)
Assignment relays that switch the RF signal to the output

transformer of the respective output channel: 1 off monopolar
and 1 off bipolar for MBC200 or 2 off bipolar for BCC140
1 socket for connecting a patient electrode (MBC200 only) with

current loop monitoring of the patient contact resistance
(patient plate monitor)
1 socket for connecting a test resistor (10 Ω) for testing the radio
frequency generator and the power monitor during the self test
(not shown)
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1 power measuring circuit for monitoring the output power
Polling unit for testing the fingerswitch and footswitch actuation
Audio signal generator with volume control
2 microcontrollers for sequence and process control
Interface to the display PCB (via I2C bus)
The RF generator PCB in the MBC200 or BCC140 units features

different components. The RF generator PCB does not feature any
regulators for recalibration. You can recalibrate only the output
power, the power monitor and the patient electrode monitor if these
should have changed after a prolonged service life in special service
modes.
A heat sink connected to the cooling bracket (the power transistors

are fastened here with screws) is provided for cooling the final stage
transistors and the U1 voltage regulator. The cooling bracket
temperature is measured and the fan switches on automatically if
needed.
4.4.3 The display PCB

All controls (except for volume control and mains switch) are located
on the display PCB. According to the unit type (MBC200/BCC140) it
also features different components.
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4.5 Technical properties

The following section describes the RF and test signals generated on
the RF generator PCB.
4.5.1 RF-
RF - Signal
The RF generator generates a sinusoidal RF signal varying according
to application, effect and power setting that is output either
continuously or pulsed.
Depending on the operating mode, power and selected effect level;

this results in different power curves (correlation of power and load
resistance) that can be checked with a special power meter for RF
surgery units.
The maximum power output corresponds to the power reading in

the display.
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Operating modes monopolar Operating mode Effect levels Properties
Cut, None Little coagulation effect

Pure during cutting
Cut, 1 through 9 Coagulation effect increases

Blend proportional to the effect level
Cut, 1 through 9 Toggles periodically between

Pulse Cut / Coagulation
Coagulation, None Voltage exponentially

Soft increases with the power
Coagulation, 1 through 9 Cut effect increases

Force proportional to the effect level
Monopolar functions for MBC200 only.
Operating modes bipolar Bipolar mode Effect levels Properties
Cut, Pure* None like monopolar
Cut, Pulse 1-9 like Pulse monopolar
Coagulation, Soft* None low RF voltage
Coagulation, 1-9 Cut intensity increases

Force* proportional to the effect level
* BCC140 only
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4.5.1.1 Pure cut, monopolar
For pure cutting, the RF generator continuously operates at a

medium RF voltage and with arc limitation. There is a slight rise of
RF voltage and arc intensity across power. The maximum RF current
(current limit value) is exponentially calculated from the set power.
The maximum power is 200 W
Parameters and power graphs Relation of power P [W] to resistance R [Ω]

[ ]
250
Parameter Value Unit

200
Rated frequency 370 kHz

150
100W
Peak voltage 950 VPP [W]
200W
100
Crest factor 1.4

50
max. power 200 W
Design resistance 200 Ω 0

10
0
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
[Ω]
Fig. 1
Relation of peak output voltage V PP [V] to control setting [W]
1200
1000
800
[V] 600
400
200
0
10
30
50
70
90
110
130
150
170
190
[W]
Fig. 2
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Relation of output power P [W] to control setting [W]
250
200
150
100Ω
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
1000Ω
100
50
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
[W]
Fig. 3
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4.5.1.2 Cut blend, monopolar
Cut Blend uses a higher RF voltage than Pure Cut. At the same time,
the RF generator is periodically switched off and on at a frequency of
ca. 20 kHz. The higher the effect level, the shorter is the RF generator
duty cycle and the higher is the RF voltage in order to increase the
coagulation effect in correlation with the effect level. The maximum
power is 150 W.
Parameters and power graphs Relation of output power P [W] to resistance R [Ω]
[ ]
Monopolar Blend Bl.1
160

140
Rated frequency 370 kHz 120
100
Peak voltage 1950 VPP
75W
[W] 80
150W
Crest factor 1.6 60
40
Effect levels 9
20
max. power 150 W 0

0
0
10
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Design resistance 200 Ω [Ω]
Fig. 4
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Relation of output power P [W] to resistance R [Ω]

[ ]
160
140
120
100
75W
[W] 80
150W
60
40
20
0
10
0
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
[Ω]
Fig. 5

[ ]
160
140
120
100
75W
[W] 80
150W
60
40
20
0
10
0
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
[Ω]
Fig. 6
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Relation
Rel ation of peak output voltage V PP [V] to control setting [W]
2500
2000
1500
U [V]
1000
500
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
P [W]
Blend BL.1 [Vss] Blend BL.5 [Vss] Blend BL.9 [Vss]
Fig. 7
160
140
120
100
100Ω
200Ω
[W] 80
500Ω
1000Ω
60
40
20
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140
[W]
Fig. 8
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4.5.1.3 Pulse cut, monopolar
The Pulse mode alternately performs coagulation and cutting. To

this end, the generator operates at a low voltage (for coagulation)
and briefly at a higher voltage and with arc (for cutting). The higher
the effect level, the longer the cutting cycle; this increases the
cutting speed. Power and current limit values are always identical.
This is why the power meter indicates a constant (non-pulsed)
power below a certain load resistance. Above a certain load
impedance, the RF generator provides the set power in the Cut
phase only, resulting in a periodic fluctuation of the power value. In
this case, normal digital power meters for RF surgery units no longer
provide correct readings! This is why the power graphs end at ca.
200 Ω. The maximum power is 80 W

[ ]
90
Parameter Value Unit 80
70

60
Peak voltage 1450 VPP 50

40W
[W]
80W
40
Crest factor -
30
Effect levels 9
20
max. power 80 W 10
0
Design resistance 200 Ω
0
0
0
0
0
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
[Ω]
Fig. 9
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2000
1500
U [V]
1000
500
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
P [W]
Pulse PL.1 [Vss] Pulse PL.5 [Vss] Pulse PL.9 [Vss]
Fig. 10
90
80
70
60
50 100Ω
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
40
1000Ω
30
20
10
0
0 20 40 60 80
[W]
Fig. 11
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4.5.1.4 Soft coagulation, monopolar
Soft coagulation uses relatively low RF voltages where cutting due

to arc formation does not yet occur. Maximum RF current and RF
voltage are exponentially calculated in dependence of the power.
This is why different power settings result in similar power graphs.
The maximum power is 120 W
[ ]
140
Rated frequency 370 kHz 100
Peak voltage 520 VPP 80
[W] 60W
120W
Crest factor 1.5 60
40
Effect levels -
20
max. power 120 W
0
0
0
0
0
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
10
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
[Ω]
Fig. 12
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Relation of peak output voltage V PP [V]to control setting [W]
600
500
400
[V] 300
200
100
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
[W]
Fig. 13
140
120
100
80 100Ω
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
60 1000Ω
40
20
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120
[W]
Fig. 14
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4.5.1.5 Coagulation Force, monopolar
Force Coagulation uses a higher voltage and a short RF generator

duty cycle (20% to 30%). A certain cutting effect cannot be
prevented. The RF generator duty cycle (frequency: ca. 20 kHz) is
increased along with the effect level, which also increases the
cutting intensity. Maximum power is 120 W.
[ ]
Monopolar Force Fr.1
140
120

100

80
60W
Crest factor 2.0 [W]
120W
60
Effect levels 9
40
max. power 120 W

20

0
10
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
1100
1200
1300
1400
1500
1600
1700
1800
1900
2000
[Ω]
Fig. 15
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[ ]
140
120
100
80
60W
[W]
120W
60
40
20
0
10
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
1100
1200
1300
1400
1500
1600
1700
1800
1900
2000
[Ω]
Fig. 16

[ ]
140
120
100
80
60W
[W]
120W
60
40
20
0
10
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
1100
1200
1300
1400
1500
1600
1700
1800
1900
2000
[Ω]
Fig. 17
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Relation of peak output voltage V PP [V] to control setting P [W]
2500
2000
1500
U [V]
1000
500
0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
P [W]
Force Fr.1 [Vss] Force Fr.5 [Vss] Force Fr.9 [Vss]
Fig. 18
140
120
100
80 100Ω
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
60 1000Ω
40
20
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120
[W]
Fig. 19
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4.5.1.6 Bipolar cut (BCC140 only)
Bipolar Cut corresponds to monopolar Cut, maximal 130 W.

[ ]
120
100
Peak voltage 800 VSS

80
[W] 65W
Crest factor 1.4 130W
60
Effect levels - 40
max. power 130 W 20
0
25
125
225
325
425
525
625
725
825
925
1025
1125
1225
1325
1425
1525
1625
1725
1825
1925
[Ω]
Fig. 1
900
800
700
600
U [Vss]
500
400
300
200
100
0
10
30
50
70
90
110
130
P [W]
CUT [Vss]
Fig. 2
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140
120
100
80 100Ω
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
60 1000Ω
40
20
0
20 40 60 80 100 120
[W]
Fig. 3
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4.5.1.7 Bipolar pulse (BCC140 only)
Bipolar Cut Pulse corresponds to monopolar Cut Pulse, maximal 80

W.
Parameters and power graphs Relation of power P [W] to resistance

resistance R [Ω]
[ ]
90
70

60
Peak voltage 1000 VSS 50

40W
[W]
80W
40
Crest factor 1.5
30
Effect levels 9
20
max. power 80 W 10
0
5
5
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
12
22
32
42
52
62
72
82
92
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
[Ω]
Fig. 4
1200
1000
800
U [Vss]
600
400
200
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
P [W]
Pulse PL.1 [Vss] Pulse PL.5 [Vss]

Pulse PL.9 [Vss]
Fig. 5
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90
80
70
60
100Ω
50
200Ω
[W]
500Ω
40
1000Ω
30
20
10
0
0 20 40 60 80
[W]
Fig. 6
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4.5.1.8 Coagulation Soft, bipolar (BCC140 only)
A low voltage exponentially calculated from the power similar to

Coagulation Soft monopolar is used. A low RF voltage is used to
attain a “soft” coagulation start. Maximum power is 50 W.

[ ]
60

50

40

25W
[W] 30
50W
Crest factor 3
20
Effect levels -
10
max. power 50 W
0
5
5
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
12
22
32
42
52
62
72
82
92
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
[Ω]
Fig. 7
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300
250
200
[V] 150
100
50
0 10
20
30
40
50
[W]
Fig. 8
45
40
35
30
100Ω
25
500Ω
[W]
1000Ω
20
200Ω
15
10
0
0 20 40
[W]
Fig. 9
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4.5.1.9 Coagulation Force, bipolar (BCC140 only)
Similar to Coagulation Force monopolar, a pulsed RF signal and a

higher RF voltage are used. Maximum power is 140 W.

[ ]
160
120
100

70W
[W] 80
140W
Crest factor 1.
60
Effect levels 9 40
20
max. power 140 W
0
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
12
22
32
42
52
62
72
82
92
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
[Ω]
Fig. 10
1200
1000
800
U [Vss]
600
400
200
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
P [W]
Force Fr.1 [Vss] Force Fr.5 [Vss] Force Fr.9 [Vss]
Fig. 11
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configura tion
160
140
120
100
100Ω
200Ω
[W] 80
500Ω
1000Ω
60
40
20
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140
[W]
Fig. 12
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Specification MBC 200
Monopolar cutting (Pure Cut) 200 W @200 Ω
Monopolar cutting (Pulse) 80 W @200 Ω
Monopolar cutting (Blend) 150 W @200 Ω
Soft Monopolar Coagulation 120 W @200 Ω
Force Monopolar Coagulation 120 W @200 Ω
Force Bipolar Coagulation 140 W @100 Ω
Specification BCC
BC C 140
Bipolar Cutt 130 W @100 Ω
Bipolar Pulse mode 80 W @100 Ω
Soft Bipolar Coagulation 50 W @100 Ω
Force Bipolar Coagulation 140 W @100 Ω
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4.5.2 The patient electrode monitor (MBC200 only)

During monopolar treatment, the RF current flows through the
patient between the handpiece and the patient. The contact
resistance between patient electrode and patient is particularly
critical since too high a resistance can cause the contact point (skin)
to unduly heat up and thus to cause burns. For this reason, the
MBC200 features a patient electrode monitor. Its function is as
follows:
Measurement of the contact resistance between both patient

electrode cables with an RF current loop (ca. 130 kHz)
Indication of the patient electrode state (contact resistance) as

“good” (green), “sufficient” (yellow) and “danger” (flashing in red
and alarm sound) in the patient electrode display.
Shut off and lock the RF generator in case of patient electrode

alarm
The patient electrode alarm is also issued when the currents of any
of the electrode parts (in case of split electrodes) differ too much (by
more than ca. 250 mA).
Single patient electrodes do not allow for an automatic status check

(except for the cable). In this case, the patient electrode monitor
indicates green and yellow simultaneously.
The following table shows the function of the patient electrode

monitor:
Patient electrode monitor Condition Remarks

indicator
Green & yellow: Resistance below 10 Ω Undivided patient electrode
Green Resistance between 10 Ω and 70 Ω Suitable resistance
Yellow Resistance between 70 Ω and 100 Ω Resistance approaches limit value
Flashes red, alarm Resistance above 100 Ω Impermissible resistance
Flashes red, alarm Current difference exceeds 250 mA Impermissible current difference
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4.5.3 The bipolar automatics

With the bipolar automatics enabled, the RF generator is switched
to the set power when contact with the tissue is detected. The
power is maintained until a significant RF current drop indicates
that the instrument has been taken off the tissue. The RF generator
is used as test generator:
The RF generator starts at a very low power and RF voltage when

the automatic mode is enabled. The RF current is continuously
measured. The RF generator is in the “ready mode”.
The RF generator switches to the mode set on the unit (power,

function) when the RF current exceeds a particular threshold
(corresponding to falling short of a particular contact resistance,
approximately 100 Ω). The RF generator is now in the “active
mode”.
The RF generator switches back to the “ready mode” when the RF

current drops below a particular threshold determined by the set
parameters (RF voltage) in the “active mode”. The calculated
current threshold corresponds to a tissue resistance of several
thousand Ohms to prevent the generator from switching off
prematurely due to coagulation and drying tissue.
4.5.4 Button and footswitch polling

Brief spike pulses with alternating polarity are sent via a series
resistor to a test transformer of an oscillator circuit. The secondary
windings of the transformers are connected via diodes to the
handpiece or footswitch buttons. When a button is pressed (short-
circuited), the positive or negative half cycle is short-circuited,
depending on the polarity of the series diode. This is evaluated and
detected as fingerswitch or footswitch actuation. The impulse
voltages range around 10 Vpp.
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4.5.5 System monitor

Major safety-relevant operating parameters such as:
power output
U1 voltage (determines the RF voltage)
operating voltages of micro controllers
button and footswitch polling
software (watchdog and plausibility check)
are continuously monitored. An appropriate error is generated in

case of an error; the unit switches off and is locked. The display
indicates the type of error and an appropriate measured value.
A self test checking all safety-relevant monitoring functions runs

after unit power-on.
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Settings in the service

se rvice mode
5 Settings in the service mode
5.1 PSC mode

All calibration takes place in special service modes (PSC mode). There
are no adjusters on the PCBs. The RF generator PCB is defective and
needs to be replaced if recalibration (e.g. because of incorrect output
power) is no longer possible. Recalibration lets you correct the
following values:
Power monitor
Short-circuit current (current limitation)
Patient electrode monitor
Bipolar automatics
Arc regulation (test only)
In addition, you can read out major events in the error memory.
As some calibration modes are also used for safety checks, the
calibration modes are also referred to as PSC (Periodically Safety
Check) modes. The Bipolar display first reads PSC when the PSC
modes are started.
5.1.1 Starting the PSC mode

1. Press program keys 1 and 2 simultaneously and turn on the unit
(mains switch). Wait until user mode is completed.
2. You can toggle between PSC and user modes by repeatedly

pressing program keys 1 and 2 simultaneously.
No self test is performed (vital for troubleshooting).
3. Before switch of the unit leave the PSC correctly towards the
user mode. Otherwise the unit will produce an error (Err 74)
after switch on again. In this case the unit has to be boot again
in PSC mode as described before. Then leave the PSC mode
correctly.
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Settings in the service mode
5.1.2 PSC mode selection

selection
PSC modes are made up of a main function and a pertaining
subfunction, displayed in the left display and separated by a dot “.”
Indicated are:
main function number.
subfunction number.
General display PSC XX.Y
Values (parameters) can be displayed for most functions/sub-

functions and edited for calibration. They appear in the right
coagulation display.
To select a main function:
MBC200: Use the “Power” keys below the left display (Monopolar
CUT) to edit the main function number
BCC140: Use the “Power” keys below the left display (Bipolar CUT
1) to edit the main function number
To select a subfunction:
MBC200: The Blend / Pulse keys decrement / increment the

subfunction number
BCC140: The Pulse / Auto keys decrement / increment the

subfunction number
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Reading/editing parameters
MBC200: The parameter appears in the “Mono Coag and Bipolar

Coag” display. The “Power” keys underneath this display edit the
parameter. Press “Auto” to save the edited parameter.
BCC140: The parameter appears in the “Bipolar Coag1 and Bipolar

CUT 2” display. The “Power” keys underneath this display edit the
parameter. Press “Pulse” (Bipolar Coag 2 panel) to save the edited
parameter.
Note:
A reading of “PSC” corresponds to main function 0. You can edit

parameters (calibration values) only if a release code is set and
saved as parameter (see above) in main function 0 (display
“PSC”).
Changing the main function will set the subfunction to 0.
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5.1.3 PSC modes

There are the following PSC modes:
Main Sub Display/Calibration read

function function
functi on only
PSC none Enter release code and save (007) ( Choose 006 if any faults of the
unit disturb entering 007)
1 0 3-digit version number MPU0 e.g. 100 ( = 1.00 ) X
1 CRC MPU0, 5 digits, decimal (2nd and 3rd display from the left) X
1 CRC MPU1, 5 digits, decimal (2nd and 3rd display from the left) X
1 CRC MPU2, 5 digits, decimal (2nd und 3rd display from the left) X
4 0 stored P-offset value X
1 stored oscillator frequency (resonance point) channel 1 X
2 stored oscillator frequency (resonance point) channel 2 X
3 capacitance level channel 1 X
4 capacitance level channel 2 X
5 global calibration of output power by 100 ± 20%
6 global calibration of current limitation by 100 ± 5%
7 digital preset for 20kHz pulse X
8 digital preset for duty-min X
9 digital preset for duty-max X
5 0 display / calibration of power monitor
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function function
functi on only
1 check arc regulation (channel 1) X
2 check arc regulation (channel 2) X
6 (MBC 200) 0 automatic search for optimal NE-oscillator frequency
1 digital preset of NE-oscillator frequency X
2 threshold green & yellow / green
3 threshold green / yellow
4 threshold yellow / red (alert)
5 current deviation
7 0 activation threshold bipolar automatic
1 deactivation threshold bipolar automatic
8 reservered
9 0 number of errors + warnings X
1 number of errors X
2 most recent listed error / warning X
3 measured value of most recent error X
4 status of most recent error X
10 0 number of short time unit boots X
1 number of unit boots X
2 duration of effective RF-activation in min. X
3 number of RF activations X
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function function
functi on only
11 0 ROM-ERR MPU0, number of errors + warnings X
1 ROM-ERR MPU0, number of errors X
2 ROM-ERR MPU0, measured value of most recent error X
3 ROM-ERR MPU0, error status (OK 0, warning 1, error 2, fatal 3 ) X
12 bis 90 for reference structure of the following errors see 11.0 – 11.3
12 0-3 RAM-ERR MPU0 X
13 0-3 EEPROM-ERR MPU0 X
14 0-3 WD-ERR MPU0 X
15 0-3 LOCAL-ERR MPU0 X
16 0-3 EXTER-ERR MPU0 X
17 0-3 CONTROLLER-ERR MPU0 X
18 0-3 SYSTEM-ERR MPU0 X
19 0-3 CMD-ERR MPU0 X
20 0-3 HEATSINK1-ERR X
24 0-3 AD-ERR X
25 0-3 AD-ERR X
26 0-3 U1-ERR X
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function function
functi on only
27 0-3 STC-ERR X
28 0-3 U1_EN-ERR X
29 0-3 PWR-DOWN-ERR X
30 0-3 U1-100V-ERR X
31 0-3 I1-OC-ERR X
32 0-3 SUP-TST-ERR X
33 0-3 I1-SHORT-ERR X
34 0-3 MPU1-ERR X
35 0-3 PWR-ST0-ERR X
43 0-3 RF-EN-ERR X
44 0-3 PWR_ILOW-ERR X
45 0-3 PWR_IHIGH-ERR X
46 0-3 WD-RESET-ERR X
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function function
functi on only
47 0-3 TIME-ERR X
48 0-3 U1-ERR X
49 0-3 I1-ERR X
50 0-3 OFRQ-SETUP-ERR X
51 0-3 PWR-DWN-ERR X
52 0-3 HSE-ERR X
53 0-3 MPU2-ERR X
54 0-3 NO-ERR X
55 0-3 ROM-ERR MPU1 X
56 0-3 RAM-ERR MPU1 X
57 0-3 EEPROM-ERR MPU1 X
58 0-3 WD-ERR MPU1 X
59 0-3 LOCAL-ERR MPU1 X
60 0-3 EXTER-ERR MPU1 X
61 0-3 CONTROLLER-ERR MPU1 X
62 0-3 SYSTEM-ERR MPU1 X
63 0-3 CMD-ERR MPU1 X
64 0-3 P05V-ERR X
65 0-3 P15V-ERR X
66 0-3 N15V-ERR X
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function function
functi on only
67 0-3 RGND-ERR X
68 0-3 REL5-ERR X
69 0-3 REL6-ERR X
70 0-3 PWR-COMP-ERR X
71 0-3 NEI1-ERR X
72 0-3 NEI2-ERR X
73 0-3 NEI3-ERR X
74 0-3 TEMP-ERR X
75 0-3 HSE--OPEN-ERR X
76 0-3 HSE-+OPEN-ERR X
77 0-3 HSE--DIODE-ERR X
78 0-3 HSE-+DIODE X
79 0-3 MAX-PWR-ERR X
80 0-3 ACTUAL-PWR-CHECK-ERR X
81 0-3 NO-ERR X
82 0-3 ROM--ERR MPU2 X
83 0-3 RAM--ERR MPU2 X
84 0-3 EEPROM--ERR MPU2 X
85 0-3 WD--ERR MPU2 X
86 0-3 LOCAL-I2C--ERR MPU2 X
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function function
functi on only
87 0-3 EXTER-I2C--ERR MPU2 X
88 0-3 CONTROLLER--ERR MPU2 X
89 0-3 SYSTEM--ERR MPU2 X
90 0-3 CMD--ERR MPU2 X
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5.2 Unit calibration

All unit calibration is done with the PSC modes without opening the
unit. There is a defect if it is not possible to set the required
calibration values. In such a case, you would normally have to
replace the RF generator PCB.
5.2.1 Required measuring instruments

The following measuring instruments are required:
Power meter for RF surgery units, e.g. EPM3 by MT-Med-Tech
Resistor 4.7k, 10 W
Resistor box, 0.5 W
Handpiece for monopolar cutting / coagulation, fingerswitch
Double footswitch
Cable set
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5.2.2 Calibration of power monitor

The output power is monitored while the unit is active. The power
monitor turns off the unit and issues an error message if due to a
unit malfunction the output power exceeds the set value.
The compliance of the power measured by the power monitor with

the power measured by a calibrated RF power meter is tested.
Calibration:
1. Connect RF power meter to the patient electrode and the

monopolar handpiece (MBC200) or via a bipolar adapter and
forceps (BCC140) so that the output power can be measured.
2. Set the load on the RF power meter to 200 Ω (MBC200) or 100

Ω (BCC140).
3. Enable the PSC mode.
4. Go to the user mode and set Cut 200 W (MBC200) or 140 W

(BCC140).
5. Select PSC 5.0. The parameter display now reads the calibration
value.
6. Activate the unit with the handpiece button (MBC200) of the

footswitch (BCC140). The parameter display now reads the
power measured by the power monitor.
7. Compare the measured values of power monitor and RF power

meter.
8. Edit and save the parameter (calibration value), repeat the test
until the measured values of power monitor and RF power
meter match if deviations are found (tolerance: +/-5%).
9. Quit the PSC mode.
HINWEIS!
Make sure to activate the correct bipolar output
with the BCC140 footswitch.
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5.2.3 RF power calibration

This step is required if the measured output power deviates from
the display reading. Heed the correct setting of the load resistance
to prevent power output errors because the RF current or RF voltage
limits are reached!
Calibration:
1. Wiring and load resistance of the RF power meter as in section

Calibration of power monitor.
2. Power setting as in section Calibration of power monitor.
3. Select PSC 4.5.
4. Correct by editing and saving the parameter if the power

deviates from the value set before (200 W for MBC200 or 140 W
for BCC140).
5. Quit the PSC mode.
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5.2.4 Calibrating the RF current limitation

The current limitation is globally calibrated for all operating modes
and powers. Deviations of the current limitation influence the lower
ranges of the power curves. For calibration, the short-circuit current
in the “Coagulation Monopolar Soft” (MBC200) or “Coagulation
bipolar Soft” (BCC140) mode is adjusted. To measure the short-
circuit current, set the power at 25 Ω (Coagulation Monopolar Soft)
or 10 Ω (Coagulation Bipolar Soft).
Calibration:
1. Connect and set the RF power meter as described in section RF-

power calibration.
2. Set the load resistance to 25 Ω (MBC200) or 10 Ω (BCC140).
3. Select PSC 4.6.
4. Activate the unit as in section RF-power calibration and

calibrate to the following values by editing the parameter:
Unit Load [Ω
[ Ω] Calibration
MBC200 25 Ω 1.4 A (equals 49 W)
BCC140 10 Ω 2 A (equals 40 W)
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Settings in the service

service mode
5.2.5 Testing the arc regulation

To test, connect a circuit comprising a load resistor and a resistor-
capacitor-diode network to the RF output. Due to non-linearities,
this circuit causes harmonics in the current profile resembling the
effect of an arc during tissue dissection when the RF generator is
activated. In PSC mode 4.0 you can edit the threshold for harmonics
(distortion factor) where RF voltage reduction starts. The message
“Monopolar Coag” (MBC200) or “Bipolar Coag 1” (BCC140) indicates
that the arc limit value has been reached. The threshold starting at
which the limit value is reached must lie in a specific window. When
the threshold lies outside this window, the arc regulation is faulty
and the RF generator PCB must be replaced.
Calibrati
Calibration:
1. Set Cut monopolar 100 W (MBC200) or Cut bipolar1 100 W

(BCC140).
2. Connect the “arc regulation” test device between handpiece

and patient electrode (MBC200) or to the forceps (via the
Bipolar 1 socket on BCC140).
3. Select PSC 4.0, set the parameter to 10.
4. Activate cutting with the fingerswitch (MBC200) or footswitch

(MBC140) (yellow pushbutton or footswitch).
5. Increment/decrement the parameter until the activation

indicator underneath the Coag display lights up / goes out. The
transition (parameter) where the indication toggles must be:
Unit Threshold
MBC200 8 – 12
BCC140 6–8
* Fictitious values; need to be determined.
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5.2.6 Calibrating the switching thresholds of the bipolar automatics

In the automatic mode (Auto key is lit), the RF generator is started at
very low power (less than 1 W) and voltage. This is the “ready mode”.
The RF generator switches to the active mode where the set power is
output when the RF current reaches a particular threshold (equalling
a load resistance of 100 Ω).
The RF generator switches back from the active to the ready mode
when the RF current reaches a particular threshold (equalling a load
resistance of 8000 Ω).
Both the switch on and switch off thresholds must be calibrated. Do

this with PSC 7.0 and 7.1.
Calibration:
1. Connect the bipolar adapter with forceps.
2. Set a Bipolar Coag power of 10 W and enable the automatics on

the respective bipolar output (Auto key).
3. Select PSC 7.0. The generator now provides the parameters

(power and voltage) in the ready mode.
4. Connect a 100 Ω resistor. The measured current is now

indicated in the parameter display. It exactly equals the switch-
on threshold.
5. Save the displayed parameter
6. Connect a 8000 Ω resistor.
7. Select PSC 7.1 (Caution: the generator now supplies the set
power).
8. The measured current is now indicated in the parameter

display. It exactly equals the switch-off threshold.
9. Save the displayed parameter.
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5.2.7 Calibrating the patient electrode

electr ode monitor (MBC200 only)
The patient electrode monitor measures the resistance between the
separate parts of a split patient electrode. Depending on the
measured resistance, the patient electrode monitor indicates:
Signal Signification Resistance
Green & yellow Undivided patient less than 10 Ω

electrode
Green good contact between 10 Ω and 68 Ω
Yellow poor contact between 68 Ω and 100 Ω
Red & alarm insufficient contact higher than 100 Ω
The patient electrode monitor issues an alarm and switches the unit
off when the current difference between the patient electrode
halves exceeds a particular value (250 mA).
The following is calibrated:
Test oscillator frequency
The resistances where the patient electrode indicators toggle
The RF current difference causing an alarm
Calibration:
1. Connect the “patient electrode” cable (without patient

electrode) and a monopolar handpiece.
2. Set Coagulation Soft 50 W.
3. Select PSC 6.0. The parameter display indicates the oscillator

frequency (kHz).
4. Press the save key: The optimum oscillator frequency

(resonance) is determined and saved (with the “Auto” key).
5. Select PSC 6.1. The parameter display indicates the digital

oscillator preset. The preset must be set between 30 and 225.
6. Successively connect different test resistors to the patient

electrode adapter, select PSC modes and save (Auto key).
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PSC mode Resistance Remark
6.2 10 Ω Threshold green & yellow / green
6.3 68 Ω Threshold green / yellow
6.4 100 Ω Threshold yellow / red (alarm)
We recommend that you use a resistor box to set the different

resistance values.
1. Disconnect the resistors from the patient electrode adapter.

Connect the RF power meter between handpiece and one
connection of the patient electrode adapter.
2. Select a load resistance of 500 Ω.
3. Select PSC 6.5 and activate coagulation (blue handpiece button)

on the handpiece.
4. Read the RF current on the RF meter. The reading must be

250 mA +/-25 mA. Set a higher or lower load resistance on the
RF power meter in case of deviations.
With the handpiece activated, the current difference (digital

values) appears in the parameter display.
5. Save this value (Auto key) with the handpiece activated.
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Troubleshooting and error elimination
6 Troubleshooting and error elimination
6.1 Eliminating malfunctions

The unit performs a self test after power-on. The unit is ready when
this self test has completed successfully. Each of the self test steps is
indicated as a number on the left (CUT) display. All controls are
locked and an error message is issued if a fatal error occurs during
the self test or during operation (system monitor). The left display
(Cut) indicates “err”, the next display (Coagulation) the error number
and the third display (Bipolar Coagulation for MBC200 or Bipolar Cut
2 for BCC140) the measured value resulting in the error. Error
number and measured value are major clues for troubleshooting.
This also applies to the error memory that holds the number of
warnings and errors.
1. Turn off the unit and on again after 10 seconds if an error

occurs during “normal” operation.
The unit is defective if repeated attempts to turn on the unit
should fail.
You can attempt to operate the unit in the PSC mode if an error
occurs during the self test since the self test is then bypassed.
Warning
Never use the unit on patient if self test has not
passed complete
comple te and correctly.
6.1.1 The error memory

Errors occurring frequently during the self test or during operation
could be caused by component aging or creeping errors. A
calibration in the PSC mode can remedy this in many cases. The
number of errors is stored in an error memory. Each error has an
entry of its own according to the error table. You can also retrieve
the number of power-on cycles from the error memory.
You can start reading the error memory with PSC mode 7 that
provides several subfunctions.
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6.1.2 Retrieval of cumulative/single error memory and unit statistics

The cumulative error memory contains the error code, measured
values and number of occurrences for all errors and warnings.
9.0 contains the total sum of occurred errors and warnings. 9.1
contains the number of errors.
The difference between 9.0 and 9.1 equals the number of warnings.
9.2 indicates the most recent error, 9.3 the corresponding measured
value or constant. 9.4 indicates the status of the most recent error
entry.
main sub display/calibration read

function function only
9 0 number of errors + warnings X
1 number of errors X
2 most recent listed error / warning X
3 measured value of most recent X

error
4 status of most recent error X
The unit statistics offer an overview on the usage. 10.0 indicates the
number of unit boot-ups after a short term failure or reset. Function
within specifications is indicated by a 0.
10.1 indicates the number of boot-ups that concluded the self-test.

This value equals the number of successful unit starts.
10.2 indicates the duration of active RF-signals. Time is indicated in

minutes. 10.3. contains the number of times the RF signal was
activated.
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10 0 number of short time unit boots X
1 number of unit boots X
2 duration of effective RF-activation X

in min.
3 number of RF activations X
The error memory contains the error code, number of occurrences

for every single error type and the measured values for its last
occurrence.
11.0 contains the total sum of occurred errors and warnings. 11.1
contains the number of errors.
The difference between 11.0 and 11.1 equals the number of warnings.
11.2 indicates the measured value or constant of the most recent
error. 11.3 indicates the status of the most recent error entry.

11 0 ROM-ERR MPU0, number of errors X

+ warnings
1 ROM-ERR MPU0, number of errors X
2 ROM-ERR MPU0, measured value of X

most recent error
3 ROM-ERR MPU0, error status X

(OK 0, warning 1, error 2, fatal 3 )
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6.1.3 error table

The following table lists all errors that can occur during operation
and during the self test.
Displays from left to right: “err”, toerror No., Measured value
error number/ brief description runtime

possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
RF- Gen power MHF_PM test
Supply Resistor
#1 CRC check error MPU0 X

ROM-ERR
#2 RAM test error MPU0 X
RAM-ERR
#3 CRC check error FRAM yes X
EEPROM-ERR
#4 Watchdog-Err MPU0 X
WD-ERR
#5 local I2C BUS error (EEPROM)
LOCAL-I2C-ERR MPU0
#6 controller I2C BUS error yes X X
EXTER-I2C-ERR MPU0
#7 µcontroller
CONTROLLER- defect
ERR
OPTIONAL
#8 software Inconsistency yes X
SYSTEM-ERR MPU0
#9 Command-error MPU0 yes X
CMD-ERR
# 10 Heat sink-MP1 yes X
HEATSINK1-ERR
# 11 temperature yes X X
HEATSINK2-ERR
# 12 temperature
HEATSINK3-ERR
# 13 not in use
HEATSINK4-ERR
OPTIONAL
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possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
Supply Resistor
# 14 int. AD converter, reference yes X

AD-5V- ERR voltage and analogue
multiplexer
# 15 ground yes X
AD-0V-ERR
# 16 power-supply 0 V test X
U1-ZERO-ERR
# 17 power-supply-watchdog X
STC-ERR test
# 18 power-supply-enable test X
U1_EN-ERR
# 19 power-down test X
PWR-DOWN-
ERR
# 20 power-supply U-test X X
U1-100V-ERR
# 21 power-supply I-test X X
I1-ERR
# 22 break-through-voltage cut- X X
SUP-TST-ERR out
OPTIONAL
# 23 current limiter
I1-SHORT-ERR power supply
OPTIONAL
# 24 MPU1 self test yes X
MPU1-ERR
# 25 power level 0 X X X
PWR-ST0-ERR
OPTIONAL
PWR-ST1-ERR
PWR-ST2-ERR
PWR-ST3-ERR
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possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
Supply Resistor
PWR-ST4-ERR
PWR-ST5-ERR
PWR-ST6-ERR
# 32 power level 7
PWR-ST6-ERR
OPTIONAL
# 33 RF enable X
RF-EN-ERR
# 34 current level 0 X X X
PWR_ILOW-ERR
# 35 current level 1 X X X
PWR_IHIGH-ERR
# 36 Watchdog-reset yes X
WD-RESET
# 37 time monitoring of the yes X
TIME-ERR MPUs
# 38 power supply voltage yes X X
U1- ERR outside permissible limits
# 39 power supply current
I1- ERR outside permissible limits
OPTIONAL
# 40 oscillator frequency outside
OFRQ-SETUP- permissible limits
ERR
OPTIONAL
# 41 power-down capacitor test X
PWR-DWN-
TCHK-ERR
# 42 HSE verification shows yes X
HSE-ERR deviation from HSE of MPU1
# 43 MPU2 self test yes X X
MPU2-ERR
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possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
Supply Resistor
# 44 reserved
NO-ERR
# 45 CRC check error MPU1 X
ROM-ERR
# 46 RAM test error MPU1 X
RAM-ERR
# 47 CRC check error FRAM X
EEPROM-ERR
# 48 Watchdog-Err MPU1 X
WD-ERR
# 49 locale I2C BUS error
LOCAL-I2C-ERR (EEPROM) MPU1
# 50 controller I2C BUS error yes X
EXTER-I2C-ERR MPU1
# 51 µcontroller X
CONTROLLER- defect
ERR
OPTIONAL
# 52 software Inconsistency yes X
SYSTEM-ERR MPU1
# 53 Command-error MPU1 yes X
CMD-ERR
# 54 +5V, AD-Wandler o. Refspg. yes X X
MPU-ERR Err
# 55 +15V error yes X X
P15V-ERR
# 56 -15V error yes X X
N15V-ERR
# 57 Ground, AD-converter error yes X X
GND-ERR
# 58 Relay test X
REL5-ERR
# 59 Relay test X
REL6-ERR
# 60 power monitor and power yes X
PWR-COMP-ERR compensation
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possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
Supply Resistor
# 61 patient electrode test 1 X

NEI1-ERR
NEI2-ERR
NEI3-ERR
# 64
reserviert
# 65 HSE-error - open yes X
HSE--OPEN-ERR
# 66 HSE-error +open yes X
HSE-+
OPEN-ERR
# 67 HSE-error – diode yes X
HSE--DIODE-
ERR
# 68 HSE-error + diode yes X
HSE-+
DIODE-ERR
# 69 power above limit yes X X
MAX-PWR-ERR
# 70 compare power set value to yes X X
ACTUAL-PWR- displayed value
CHECK
# 71 reserved
NO-ERR
ROM-ERR
# 73 RAM test error MPU2 X
RAM-ERR
EEPROM-ERR
# 75 Watchdog-Err MPU2 X
WD-ERR
# 76 locale I2C BUS error
LOCAL-I2C-ERR (EEPROM) MPU2
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possible location
mnemonic monitor
RF-
Supply Resistor
# 77 controller I2C BUS error yes X

EXTER-I2C-ERR MPU2
# 78 µcontroller X
CONTROLLER- defect
ERR
OPTIONAL
# 79 software inconsistency yes X
SYSTEM-ERR MPU2
# 80 command-error MPU2 yes X
CMD-ERR
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6.2 Component replacement
DANGER!
– Separate the unit from mains before opening it.
– Energized components can be touched when the
open unit is operated.
– Risk of accidents due to short-circuits and
contact with energized components when
making measurements at the open unit.
6.2.1 Opening the housing

To open the housing, unscrew the bottom plate (Phillips screws). A
yellow/green earthing cable connects the bottom plate with the
chassis. You can separate it by unscrewing the respective screws.
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6.2.2 Removing the power supply unit

The power supply unit comprises the power supply PCB and the
mains transformer. You can lift out and lay the entire power supply
unit aside without breaking any electrical connections (connectors)
after having unscrewed the 4 Phillips screws. You can thus test the
unit.
2 cables connect the power supply unit to the mains switch and the
RF generator PCB. A (screwed) protective earth cable connects the
aluminium plate with the chassis.
DANGER!
The smoothing capacitors on the power supply PCB
can hold dangerous voltages (higher than 60 V) for a
longer period of time (up to one minute) after unit
power-off.
Residual voltages in the smoothing capacitors can damage the RF

generator PCB if you reverse the connector to the RF generator PCB
or plug it on with an offset.
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Instructions 1. We recommend that you first separate the 6-pole connector on

the RF generator PCB.
2. Then also separate the 6-pole connector on the power supply

PCB.
3. When reconnecting the cable, connect it to the power supply

PCB first.
4. Connect it to the RF generator PCB only then (the thicker side of

the connector points towards the capacitor)
Abb. 6 Supply unit removed
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6.2.3 Removing the rear panel

4 Phillips screws connect the rear panel with the chassis. The heat
sink is also fastened on the inside (2 self-locking M4 screws).
Instructions 1. First separate the cable of the fan motor on the PCB (J3).
2. The rear panel can then be opened to the rear by ca. 45°.
Abb. 7 Rear panel removed
6.2.4 Removing
Removing the heat sink
2 M4 Allen screws fasten the heat sink to the RF generator PCB. After
swinging down the rear wall, loosening these screws and separating
the connector to the RF generator PCB you can take off the heat sink.
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6.2.5 Removing the RF generator PCB

6 self-locking M4 nuts fasten the RF generator PCB to the chassis.
Connectors are used to link the RF generator PCB and the power
supply PCB, the sockets, the test resistor and the loudspeaker.
1. Lift out the RF generator PCB carefully after having unscrewed

the screws and unplugged the connectors.
New PCBs are supplied on an exchange basis; they come aligned,

with the latest firmware and have been tested.
Caution:
Do not lose the cardboard washers
Heed the serrated washer
6.2.6 Removing the

t he display PCB
8 self-locking M3 nuts secure the display PCB to the chassis. Springs
underneath the PCB push it against the screws. This allows the PCB’s
distance to the housing front to be exactly adjusted so that the keys
can be easily actuated through the front foil.
Caution:
Adjust the distance between PCB and housing front after assembly
so that the keys can be easily actuated through the front foil.
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7 Tests
7.1 Technical safety inspections
NOTE!
Detaillierte Messwerte und technische Beschreib-
ungen zum Gerät siehe Serviceunterlagen.
NOTE!
Alle sicherheitstechnischen Kontrollen müssen
mindestens einmal jährlich durchgeführt werden!
CAUTION!
Keine Haftung bei Nichteinhaltung der Fristen!
Der Hersteller übernimmt keine Haftung für Sach-
oder Personenschäden, wenn sicherheitstechnische
Kontrollen nicht fristgemäß beauftragt und
durchgeführt werden.
General Presence and completeness of device book and operating

instructions.
Electrical safety as per IEC601 / VDE0750
Controls and indicators
Radio frequency generators (output power / leakage current)
Patient electrode monitor
Faultless condition of accessories (handpieces, footswitch and

power cable)
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Tests
7.1.1 Electrical safety
Required equipment Safety tester for medical units

e.g. Secutest 3 from Gossen-Metrawatt
Handpieces
Patient electrode connection cable (genuine Söring part)
Cables, terminals
Preparation Connect meter to the unit in line with manufacturer instructions:
Power cable
Equipotential bonding terminal
Monopolar handpiece
Bipolar handpiece (both electrodes)
Patient electrode (both electrodes)
Tasks Measurement of all safety-relevant data as per IEC601, in

particular:
PE conductor impedance: (limit value 0.2 Ω)

Housing leakage current: (limit value 0.5 mA)
Leakage resistance: (at least 100 MΩ)
Leakage currents (normal): (maximum 10 µ)
Leakage currents (first fault): (maximum 50 µ)
Auxiliary currents: (maximum 10 µ)
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7.1.2 Sample test protocol for electrical safety
Test of electric safety according to IEC 601.1
Order number:
Customer: Contractor:
Söring GmbH
Justus-von-Liebig-Ring 2
25451 Quickborn
Unit type: RF-Unit Manufacturer: Söring GmbH Medizintechnik
Type designation: BCC140 Protection class:

class: I
ID Number: Insulated user parts: Type CF
Test according to IEC 601.1 Test date:
Inspection: OK
Housing and mechanic parts OK [OK]
Insulating parts OK [OK]
Unit power cords including connectors OK [OK]
Inscriptions present or completed, type label OK [OK]
Miscellaneous [OK]
Measurement Measured Limit value OK

value
Protective ground resistance [RSL] 0,80 Ω < 0,200 Ω OK
Insulation resistance [RISO] > 310,0 MΩ > 070,0 MΩ OK
Ground leakage current [IEA-NC] 0,110 mA < 0,500 mA OK
Ground leakage current Single Fault Condition [IEA-SFC] 0,155 mA < 1,000 mA OK
Housing leakage current [IG-NC] 000,2 µA < 100,0 µA OK
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Tests
Housing leakage current Single Fault Condition [IG-SFC] 108,0 µA < 0,500 mA OK
Patient AC leakage current [IPAAC-NC] 000,0 µA < 10,00 µA OK
Patient AC leakage current Single Fault Condition [IPAAC-SFC] 2,5 µA < 050,0 µA OK
Patient DC leakage current [IPADC-NC] 000,1 µA < 10,00 µA OK
Patient DC leakage current Single Fault Condition [IPADC-SFC 000,1 µA < 050,0 µA OK
Patient mains leakage current at operator parts [IPNAT 22 µA < 050,0 µA OK
Auxiliary patient AC current [IPHAC-NC 000,0 µA < 10,00 µA OK
Auxiliary patient AC current Single Fault Condition [IPHAC-SFC] 000.3µA < 050,0 µA OK
Auxiliary patient DC current [IPHDC-NC 000,1 µA < 10,00 µA OK
Auxiliary patient DC current Single Fault Condition [IPHDC-SFC] 000,1 µA < 050,0 µA OK
High voltage test of mains circuit 1.5 kV OK
Function test OK
Function and safety test OK [OK]
Test interval: 12 months Next test due : 22.01.08
Measuring
Me asuring instruments Type: Manufacturer:
used
SECUTEST 0751/601 / SIII GOSSEN-METRAWATT
Tester:
Signature:
_____________________________________________________
Place: Quickborn Date: 19.07.2007
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7.1.3 Test of controls and indicators

indic ators
Monopolar Connect handpieces and neutral electrode according to operating

instructions.
Switch on the unit and check the indicators
Select power levels for cutting and coagulation
Press handpiece fingerswitch (blue and yellow button) or

footswitch and test unit function (audio signal and display).
Bipolar Connect bipolar connection cable and bipolar instrument

according to operating instructions.
Turn on the unit.
Select power level for bipolar coagulation, actuate footswitch

and check unit function (audio signal and display).
7.1.4 Testing the accessories
Check the function of all handpieces, footswitches and of the

power cable for the following:
Connector and cable insulation without faults

Mechanical faults, in particular cracks in the handpiece body
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7.1.5 Testing the radio frequency generators
Required equipment RF power meter for RF surgery systems,

e.g. type EPM3 from MT-MedTech
Handpieces
Cables, terminals
Preparation: Connect meter to the RF surgery unit in line with manufacturer

instructions.
Tasks Measure monopolar and bipolar output power at 5 W, 50 W and

maximum power. Maximum deviation +/-10 % plus +/-2 W
Load resistor and measured value (MBC200)
Monopolar cutting: 200 Ohms 200 W

Cut blend 200 Ohms 150 W
Monopolar Pulse: 100 Ohms 80 W
Monopolar coagulation: 100 Ohms 120 W
Force monopolar: 100 Ohms 120 W
Force bipolar: 100 Ohms 140 W
Load resistor and measured value (BCC140)
Bipolar cutting: 100 Ohms 130 W

Bipolar Pulse: 100 Ohms 80 W
Bipolar coagulation: 100 Ohms 50 W
Force bipolar: 100 Ohms 140 W
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7.1.6 Testing the power monitor
Tasks Check whether the value measured by the power monitor

matches the value measured by the power meter. To do so,
select “Pure Cut” 200 W or “Bipolar Coagulation” 100 W, set the
unit to display the “power monitor” and verify whether the
value measured by the power monitor matches the value
measured by the power meter. Maximum deviation: +/-10 %.
Use the PSC function 1 (see 4.2.1 ff) for this purpose
Load impedance:
Monopolar cutting: 200 Ohms

Bipolar coagulation: 100 Ohms (BCC140)
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7.1.7 RF leakage current test
RF power meter for RF surgery systems,

Required equipment
e.g. type EPM3 from MT-MedTech
Handpieces
Cables, terminals
Preparation: Connect meter to the RF surgery unit in line with manufacturer

instructions.
Perform leakage current measurement as per requirements for

type CF. To do so:
Place patient electrode and handpiece lines parallel on a table,

distance ca. 0.5 m
Tasks Measure leakage current at maximum power:
Monopolar cutting: with / without 200 Ω load

Monopolar coagulation: with / without 200 Ω load
Bipolar coagulation: with / without 200 Ω load
Limit values
Monopolar: 150 mA
Bipolar: 50 mA
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7.1.8 Test of patient electrode monitor
Divided patient electrode Connect according to instructions and turn on unit
Patient electrode alarm must be triggered and operation

must be disabled
Let patient electrodes touch each other and break the contact
again:
Patient electrode alarm must reset and trigger again.
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Disassembly
8 Disassembly
Disassembly
Damaged components must be removed and disposed of in an
environmentally friendly manner.
8.1 Disassembly
To scrap, clean the component and dispose of it in line with
applicable on-the-work and environment protection regulations.
Switch off the unit and secure it against switching on.
Remove the component and clearly mark it as defective until

disposing of it.
Make sure any residual energies are properly discharged.
Remove all operating and auxiliary substances as well as residual

packaging material and dispose of them in an environmentally
compliant manner.
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Disassembly
8.2 Disposal
Properly dispose of the component or hand it over to an
approved recycling specialist.
Metallic parts such as housing, trolley and basket can be

scrapped.
CAUTION!
Environmental hazard due to improper disposal!
Electric waste and electronic components are

subject to special waste treatment and must be
disposed of by approved specialist companies only!
WARNING!
Deadly peril due to biological contamination!
contamination!
Risk of biological contamination in case of improper

disposal. The resulting risk of infection can cause
severe diseases or even death.
Therefore:
– Dispose of disposable accessories and other

contaminated products in line with the disposal
requirements for biologically contaminated
products.
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Appendix
9 Appendix
9.1 Approved spare parts (excerpt)

The following spare parts are approved for application with the
radio frequency surgery units.
Please contact the manufacturer for information on other approved

spare parts.
NOTE!
Specify the unit’s serial number and the software
version when ordering spare parts.
PCBs Article Designation Brief description

number
Display board MHF
RF generator board RFGEN
Power supply board TL1
Components Article Designation Brief description

number
power supply
cooling unit
casing
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Index
10 Index
P
A
Performance values ......................................................20
Accessories....................................................................... 10
Personnel .......................................................................... 13
Appendix ......................................................................... 98
Purpose of use ................................................................. 15
C
Q
Components
Qualified personnel........................................................ 13
damaged ...................................................................... 18
S
Connection values ......................................................... 19
Safety
Copyright.......................................................................... 10
general ...........................................................................11
D
Sensitive devices.............................................................16
Damaged cables ............................................................. 16
Service Instructions..........................................................7
Disassembly.................................................................... 96
Service mode....................................................................57
Disposal ............................................................................97
Settings .............................................................................57
E
Statistics........................................................................... 76
Electrostatics ................................................................... 16
Symbols
Error memory ..................................................................76
in this manual .............................................................. 8
L
System configuration ................................................... 24
Liability................................................................................9
T
O
Technical data .................................................................19
Operating conditions ................................................... 20
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Radio frequency surgery units

MBC 200 BCC 140

Tel.: +49 (0)4106-6100-0

1.1 Information on the Service Instructions................................ 7

1.2 Explanation of symbols..............................................................8

1.3 Restricted liability....................................................................... 9

1.4 Copyright .....................................................................................10

1.5 Accessories ..................................................................................10

2.1 Customer’s responsibility......................................................... 11

2.2 Personnel requirements ...........................................................13

2.2.2 Unauthorized persons ........................................... 14

2.3 Intended use ............................................................................... 15

2.4 General notes on safety........................................................... 16

2.5 Environmental protection ....................................................... 18

3 Technical data ................................................................

3.1 General information ................................................................. 19

3.2 Connection values..................................................................... 19

3.3 Operating conditions............................................................... 20

3.4 Performance values ................................................................. 20

3.5 Acoustic signals.......................................................................... 21

3.6 Electromagnetic compatibility...............................................22

3.7 Classification ..............................................................................23

4 System configuration ................................................................

4.1 Overview of assemblies ...........................................................24

4.2 Arrangement of assemblies....................................................25

4.3 Primary power supply.............................................................. 26

4.4 PCBs and modules .................................................................... 27

4.4.1 Supply unit............................................................... 27

4.4.2 Radio frequency generator PCB

4.4.3 The display PCB.......................................................30

4.5 Technical properties.................................................................. 31

4.5.1 RF-Signal .................................................................... 31

4.5.1.1 Pure cut, monopolar ............................33

4.5.1.2 Cut blend, monopolar......................... 35

4.5.1.3 Pulse cut, monopolar .......................... 38

4.5.1.4 Soft coagulation, monopolar........... 40

4.5.1.5 Coagulation Force, monopolar......... 42

4.5.1.6 Bipolar cut (BCC140 only)................... 45

4.5.1.7 Bipolar pulse (BCC140 only) .............. 47

4.5.1.8 Coagulation Soft, bipolar (BCC140

4.5.1.9 Coagulation Force, bipolar

4.5.2 The patient electrode monitor (MBC200

4.5.3 The bipolar automatics......................................... 55

4.5.4 Button and footswitch polling............................ 55

4.5.5 System monitor ...................................................... 56

5 Settings in the service mode................................

5.1 PSC mode .....................................................................................57

5.1.1 Starting the PSC mode ...........................................57

5.1.2 PSC mode selection................................................ 58

5.1.3 PSC modes............................................................... 60

5.2 Unit calibration.......................................................................... 67

5.2.1 Required measuring instruments...................... 67

5.2.2 Calibration of power monitor............................. 68

5.2.3 RF power calibration .............................................69

5.2.4 Calibrating the RF current limitation................ 70

5.2.5 Testing the arc regulation .....................................71

5.2.6 Calibrating the switching thresholds of the

5.2.7 Calibrating the patient electrode monitor