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OPERATORS MANUAL
MODEL 1700
REV 8/06
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page
REV 8/06
Although current at the time of publication, SKYTRON’S policy of continuous development makes this
manual subject to change without notice.
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EQUIPMENT LABELS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PROTECTIVE GROUNDING.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE PROPER GROUNDING RELIABILITY,
THIS TABLE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
HOSPITAL GRADE OUTLET.
AC VOLTAGE
POWERED BY AC VOLTAGE
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14-1/2"
19-3/4"
TOP VIEW
60˚ 76"
22"
90˚
39" Max
8-3/4" 29" Min
35-1/2" 19"
Electrical Specifications
Power requirements 120 VAC, 60Hz, 300 Watts
Current Leakage Less than 100 micro amps
Power Cord 15 feet w/hospital grade connector(removeable)
ENTELA CERTIFIED
TO UL2601-1
CAN/CSA601.1, IEC 60601-2-46
Page 4 SPECIAL USER ATTENTION
Prior to use, all personnel that may operate this In general, common sense will dictate when there
table must be instructed in the correct opera- is a potential hazard.
tional procedures. This table is designed for
use by trained and qualified personnel for hu-
man medical purposes only. The following precautions should be reviewed
by all personnel prior to operating the table.
Initial use should not begin until after the users
have been instructed by the manufacturer's
representative.
WARNING
A routine instructional program must be imple-
mented by the facility for proper usage instruc- Indicates a possibility of personal injury.
tions for all personnel that may operate this
table.
WARNING
WARNING
DO NOT unlock brakes when a patient
Risk of electrical shock. Make sure is on the table. An uneven patient
power cord is disconnected prior to weight load may cause instability.
accessing fuses.
NOTE WARNING
Activating any function button will acti- To maximize patient safety, utilize
vate the brake system. Using the TABLE proper restraint methods during extreme
UP function to set the brakes provides Trendelenburg positioning.
a visual assurance that the brakes are
locked. As the brake cylinders are
extending, the entire table will move
slightly. When the table top begins to WARNING
elevate, the brakes are fully locked.
To maximize patient safety, utilize
proper restraint methods during extreme
lateral tilt positioning.
WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Consult manufacturer's instructions Exercise caution with the table top ro-
when using high frequency surgical tated 90° to the base since an improp-
equipment, cardiac defibrillator and car- erly distributed patient load may cause
diac defibrillator monitors. the table to be tipped over.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
The antistatic properties of the table are
dependent on the use of the original pad Thoroughly read and follow the
set which was furnished with the table manufacturer's directions for all clean-
or an alternate approved replacement. ing fluids. DO NOT use cleaners con-
taining phenolics.
WARNING
PENDANT
HEAD CONTROL SEAT
SECTION BACK SECTION LEG SECTION
SECTION
SIDE
RAIL
HEAD SECTION
LOCKING KNOB
TOP ROTATION
HANDLE
SERVICE
ACCESS COVER
POWER
CORD
FLOOR/LOCK
MAIN POWER BRAKE (4)
SWITCH EMERGENCY
BRAKE RELEASE
1-1. General
The hand-held pendant control unit (figure 1-3) has The floor lock/brake system consists of four self-
a spring clip hanger located on the back of the leveling, hydraulic brake cylinders which raise and
control for storage. When the Pendant Control is support the table base off from the casters. Press
not in use, it should be stored on a convenient side the TABLE UP button on the pendant control to set
or end rail. the table’s brakes. An electronic timer will activate
POWER the brake system until the brakes are completely
SIDE RAIL INDICATOR
CLIP
set, approximately 8-10 seconds.
NOTE
BRAKE
UNLOCK
a. Check to be sure the power cord is plugged The hand-held pendant control (figure 2-2) acti-
into a properly grounded, Hospital Grade, 120VAC vates the following table functions:
outlet. Make sure the power cord is routed so as to
prevent it from being in the way of the operating
personnel. REVERSE AC120V POWER ON
TRENDELENBURG INDICATOR LIGHT
(GREEN)
b. Depress "Main Power ON/OFF" switch on LATERAL TRENDELENBURG
the electrical panel. See figure 2-1. The green TILT LEFT
POWER ON indicator light on the pendant control LATERAL
BACK UP TILT RIGHT
should now be illuminated.
BACK DOWN
TABLE UP
(BRAKE LOCK) TABLE DOWN
NOTE LEG UP LEG DOWN
NOTE
a. Floor Lock/Brake System. To activate the b. Trendelenburg. To place the surgical table in
brakes without affecting table positioning, press the a Trendelenburg (head down) position, press the
TABLE UP button. See figure 2-3. The elevation TREND button (figure 2-4). Trendelenburg position-
cylinder will not function until the brakes are com- ing of up to 25° may be obtained. To place the table
pletely extended. in a reverse Trendelenburg (head up) position, press
the REV TREND button. Reverse Trendelenburg
positioning of up to 25° may be obtained.
WARNING
TABLE UP
(BRAKE LOCK) To maximize patient safety, utilize
proper restraint methods during ex-
BRAKE treme Trendelenburg positioning.
UNLOCK
REVERSE TRENDELENDURG
TRENDELENDURG
WARNING
LATERAL LATERAL
TILT LEFT TILT RIGHT
TABLE TABLE
UP DOWN
Figure 2-5. Lateral Tilt Positioning f. Leg Section. To lower the leg section press
the LEG DOWN button (figure 2-8). The leg section
will go down to 90° below horizontal. To raise the
leg section, press the LEG UP button. The leg
d. Back Section. To raise the back section, section will go up to horizontal.
press the BACK UP button (figure 2-6). The back
section will raise up to 60° above horizontal. To
lower the back section, press the BACK DOWN
button. The back section will go down to 30° below
horizontal.
60˚
90˚
30˚
In case of power failure or an electrical problem a. A quick release positioning bar located under
within the table, the emergency brake release and to the front of the head section (figure 2-10) is
system can be use to move the table. The control used to raise or lower the head section. Pull the
lever for this function is located on the side of the release bar toward the head end to allow the
table base and is identified by an EMERGENCY section to pivot up or down. Positioning from 60°
BRAKE RELEASE label. Turn the lever counter- above horizontal to 90° below horizontal in 15°
clockwise to release the brakes. See figure 2-9. increments is available. Release the bar to lock the
head section in position.
SERVICE ACCESS
COVER
LOCKING
KNOB
LOCKING
KNOB
NOTE
WARNING
Normal table top position is with the
head (and back) section over the power Exercise caution with the table top ro-
cord end of the base. tated 90° to the base since an improp-
erly distributed patient load may cause
a. The table top can be horizontally rotated 180° the table to be tipped over.
without having to rotate the entire table. To rotate
the top, turn the TOP ROTATION LOCK HANDLE
counterclockwise (figure 2-12), grasp the table by
the head end and rotate the top 180° counterclock-
wise. Lock the top in position by tightening the TOP
ROTATION LOCK HANDLE clockwise.
WARNING SUPPORT
ROD
Always lock the table top in position
after rotation. DO NOT rotate the top
with an unevenly distributed patient
weight load as instability may result.
WARNING
5. Check hydraulic fluid level. Remove major contaminants from the table with
disposable materials following appropriate biohaz-
6. Lubricate the slider assembly. ard waste disposal procedures.
CAUTION
3-3. Service
Repeat the steps to clean the bottom of the each Table maintenance can be performed by trained
pad. maintenance personnel using SKYTRON autho-
rized replacement parts and service techniques.
Service instructions and parts are available from
CAUTION SKYTRON.
When using spray cleaners DO NOT Preventive Maintenance contracts are available
spray fluids directly into electrical re- through your local SKYTRON representative.
ceptacles.
To obtain service instructions, replacement parts,
Repeat cleaning procedure for all table surfaces factory service or preventive maintenance con-
including the top, sides, elevation column, base tracts, contact your nearest SKYTRON represen-
and all accessories. tative or write or call:
CAUTION
INTRODUCTION
This manual contains the exploded views and replacement parts lists for the service-
able components of the SKYTRON Model 1700 Surgical Table.
Always use the complete SKYTRON part number and description when
ordering replacement parts.
Always use the complete table serial number (S.N.) when ordering replacement
parts.
Abbreviations
As Required ........................................... A/R
Optional ................................................... opt
Serial Number ....................................... S.N.
All Later S.N.'s ........................................ & L
All Prior S.N.'s ......................................... & P
Not Shown............................................... NS
REV 10/05
Although current at the time of publication, SKYTRON's policy of continuous development makes this
manual subject to change without notice.
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1. Top & Side Frame Assemblies - Head Section ...... Page 4 2. Top & Side Frame Assemblies - Leg Section ...... Page 8
3. Trendelenburg & Lateral Tilt Cylinders ................. Page 12 4. Support Column Assembly ................................ Page 14
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5. Electrical Components (S.N.1700-XX-030 & P) ... Page 16 6. Electrical Components (S.N.1700-3H-031 & L) . Page 20
7. Hydraulic Valves & Fittings .................................. Page 22 8. Electro/Minivalve Assembly ............................. Page 26
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MODEL 1700
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Table of Contents
SECTION I HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................................................................................ 1
1-1. General........................................................................................................................................... 1
1-2. Component Operation .................................................................................................................... 2
a. Motor/Pump Operation ............................................................................................................. 2
b. Pressure Relief Valve ............................................................................................................... 2
c. Mini-Valves ............................................................................................................................... 3
d. Mini-valve in Neutral Position ................................................................................................... 3
e. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated ................................................................................................ 4
f. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated .................................................................................................. 4
g. Hydraulic Cylinders (Slave Cylinders) ...................................................................................... 5
h. Elevation Cylinder Return Circuit .............................................................................................. 6
i. Brake System ........................................................................................................................... 7
j. Emergency Brake Release ....................................................................................................... 7
1-3. Hydraulic Adjustments .................................................................................................................... 8
a. Fluid Level. ............................................................................................................................... 8
b. Bleeding The Hydraulic System ............................................................................................... 8
c. Pressure Relief Valve ............................................................................................................... 8
d. Speed Controls ......................................................................................................................... 9
3-1. General......................................................................................................................................... 18
3-2. Components ................................................................................................................................. 18
WARNING NOTE
Indicates a possibility of personal injury. Indicates important facts or helpful hints.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of damage to
equipment.
Although current at time of publication, SKYTRON's policy of continuous development makes this manual
subject to change without notice.
9/03 Page 27
BASIC RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
The basic items notes below should be inspected at a minimal interval period of 6 months (dependant on
usage). For optimal usage, safety and longevity of the product, have it serviced only by an authorized
Skytron representative with authentic Skytron replacement parts.
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EQUIPMENT LABELS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PROTECTIVE GROUNDING.
IN ORDER TO ENSURE PROPER GROUNDING RELIABILITY,
THIS TABLE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
HOSPITAL GRADE OUTLET.
AC VOLTAGE
POWERED BY AC VOLTAGE
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1700 Series General Purpose Surgical Table Specifications
14-1/2"
19-3/4"
TOP VIEW
60˚ 76"
22"
90˚
39" Max
8-3/4" 29" Min
35-1/2" 19"
Electrical Specifications
Power requirements 120 VAC, 60Hz, 300 Watts
Current Leakage Less than 100 micro amps
Power Cord 15 feet w/hospital grade connector(removeable)
ENTELA CERTIFIED
TO UL2601-1
CAN/CSA601.1, IEC 60601-2-46
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SECTION I HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1-1. General b. Motor/Pump Assembly - A positive displace-
ment gear type pump provides the necessary oil
Electro-Hydraulic System pressure and volume.
The hydraulic system (with the exception of the c. Pressure Relief Valve - Provides an alternate oil
hydraulic cylinders and hoses) is contained within path when the hydraulic cylinders reach the end of
the base of the table. The hydraulic valves and their stroke.
pump are electrically controlled by the use of a
hand-held push button pendant control. The power d. Electro/Hydraulic Mini-Valve Assemblies -These
requirements for the table are 120 VAC, 5 amp, 60 direct the fluid to the appropriate hydraulic cylinders.
Hz.
e. Hydraulic Lines, Fittings, Connections - They
The table contains the following components. Re- provide a path for the hydraulic oil.
fer to the block diagram (figure 1-1) for relationship.
f. Hydraulic Cylinders - They convert the hydraulic
a. Oil Reservoir - Main oil supply. Approximately fluid pressure and volume into mechanical motion.
two quarts.
TREND 9
7 2
4 LEG
5 SECTION
BACK
SECTION
8
6
LATERAL
TILT
3 BRAKE SYSTEM
1
ELEVATION
EMERGENCY
BRAKE
RELEASE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
CLEAR
PLASTIC
LINE
2 4 6 8 10
PRESSURE 1 3 5 7 9
RELIEF VALVE
MINI-VALVES
RESERVOIR
MOTOR/PUMP
ASSEMBLY
MOTOR/
PUMP Figure 1-3. Pressure Relief Valve Not
ASSEMBLY
PUMP
OIL Functioning
RESERVOIR
INLET
PRESSURE RELIEF
Figure 1-2. ADJUSTMENT NUT
PRESSURE
b. Pressure Relief Valve GAUGE
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c. Mini-Valves
The operation of the mini-valves is identical for all Also, by using this control method, it doesn’t matter
table functions except the elevation and brake what size cylinder and piston is used because the
circuits. These two hydraulic circuits use a 3-way speed can be controlled by restricting the return oil.
(single check valve) type mini-valve. All other func- If the pump puts out more volume to a certain slave
tions use a 4-way (dual check valve) type mini- cylinder than the speed control is allowing to go
valve. back to the reservoir, the pressure relief valve
provides an alternate path for the pump oil.
Either type mini-valve is controlled by two pushing
type, electrically operated solenoids. The sole- d. Mini-Valve in Neutral Position
noids push the spool valve (located in the lower (No fluid flow) See figure 1-5.
portion of the valve) one way or the other. This
motion opens the main supply galley (which has 1. Spool Valve Centered - This closes off both
pump pressure) allowing the oil to flow through the oil pressure and oil return galleys.
various parts of the mini-valve to the function. The
spool valve also opens an oil return circuit which 2. Pilot Plungers Both Closed -The pilot plung-
allows the oil to return to the oil reservoir. ers control the opening of the check valves. If they
are closed, the check valves must be closed.
The main components of the mini-valve and their
functions are listed below: 3. Check Valves - Both check valves are closed
trapping the oil in the cylinder and oil lines.
1. Spool Valve - Opens the main oil galley
(pump pressure) to either mini-valve outlet de- 4. Speed Adjustment - When the mini-valve is
pending on which direction the spool valve is in the neutral position, the speed adjustment does
pushed. Also it provides a return path for the oil not affect anything because there is not any oil flow.
returning back into the reservoir.
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e. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated f. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated
(See figure 1-6) (See figure 1-7.)
Slave Cylinder Piston Moves to Left Slave Cylinder Piston Moves to Right
Right Mini-Valve Port is Supply Line Left Mini-Valve Port is Supply Line
Left Mini-Valve Port is Return Line Right Mini-Valve Port is Return Line
Figure 1-6. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated Figure 1-7. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated
1. Spool Valve - Pushed to the left by electric 1. Spool Valve -Pushed to the right by electric
solenoid. This opens the internal oil pressure gal- solenoid. This opens the internal oil pressure galley
ley allowing the fluid to go through the check valve allowing the fluid to go through the check valve and
and on to the cylinder. Also, the spool valve opens on to the cylinder. Also, the spool valve opens the
the oil return line providing an oil path through the oil return line providing an oil path through the
internal oil galley back to the reservoir. internal oil galley back to the reservoir.
2. Pilot Plunger Valve - Left pilot plunger valve 2. Pilot Plunger Valve - Right pilot plunger valve
is pushed up by the incoming oil pressure mechani- is pushed up by the incoming oil pressure mechani-
cally opening the check valve located above it in the cally opening the check valve located above it in the
return circuit. This action allows the oil from the left return circuit. This action allows the oil from the
side of the slave cylinder to go back into the right side of the slave cylinder to go back into the
reservoir. The right pilot plunger valve is not reservoir. The left pilot plunger valve is not affected
affected in this operation mode. in this operation mode.
3. Check Valves - Both check valves are 3. Check Valves - Both check valves are opened
opened in this operation mode. The right check in this operation mode. The left valve is pushed
valve is pushed open by the oil pressure created by open by the oil pressure created by the pump. The
the pump. The oil then continues to go through the oil then continues to go through the lines and
lines and pushes the slave cylinder piston to the pushes the slave cylinder piston to the right. At the
left. At the same time, the left check valve is held same time, the right check valve is held open
open mechanically by the pilot plunger providing a mechanically by the pilot plunger providing a return
return path for the oil through the mini-valve back path for the oil through the mini-valve back to the
to the reservoir. reservoir.
4. Speed Adjustment - The right speed control 4. Speed Adjustment - The left speed control
(output side) does not have any effect in this (output side) does not have any effect in this oper-
operation mode because the oil is routed around ation mode because the oil is routed around the
the speed adjustment through a by-pass valve and speed adjustment through a by-pass valve and
then to the output port. The left speed adjustment then to the output port. The right speed adjustment
controls the speed of the table function by restrict- controls the speed of the table function by restrict-
ing the amount of oil going back into the reservoir. ing the amount of oil going back to the reservoir.
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g. Hydraulic Cylinders (Slave Cylinders)
There are several different types of hydraulic cylin- 2. Trendelenburg Cylinder Assembly - The
ders used in the table that activate the control Trendelenburg and Lateral Tilt cylinders share a
functions, all operate basically the same way. The common housing. The Trendelenburg assembly
control functions are listed below: (See figure 1-8.). consists of two pistons and connecting rods that
Back Section--1, double action cylinder connect to a stationary pin on the Trendelenburg
Leg Section--1, double action cylinder pivot casting which is attached to the center col-
Trendelenburg--2, single action cylinders func- umn. The cylinder housing is attached to the table
tioning together to act as 1 dual action cylinder top and connects to the pivot casting with an axis
Lateral Tilt--2, single action cylinders func- pin. When hydraulic fluid is pumped into one
tioning together to act as 1 dual action cylinder cylinder, the cylinder housing itself moves around
Elevation--1, single action cylinder the pivot housing causing the table top to tilt. A
Brakes--4, single action cylinders return path is opened for the hydraulic fluid of the
LATERAL other piston. See figure 1-10.
BACK
TILT
SECTION
PISTON
PIN
(STATIONARY)
TRENDELENBURG
LEG
SECTION
ELEVATION
CONNECTING
PISTON RODS
PISTON
RAM PISTON
Figure 1-11. Lateral Tilt Cylinder Assembly
Figure 1-9. Back Section Cylinder
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4. Elevation Cylinder - This single action cylin-
der does not have hydraulic fluid on both sides of
PISTON
the piston. It depends on the weight of the table top
assembly to lower it. OIL LINE
The cylinder is set in the center of the elevation
main column. The cylinder is elevated by the driven RETURN
SPRING
force of the oil pressure. When lowering, the oil that
is accumulated in the cylinder is returned to the oil
reservoir through the mini-valve due to the table top
weight. BRAKE
PAD
A slider support assembly is used to support the
weight of the upper table section. A stainless steel
shroud covers the flexible hydraulic hoses and Figure 1-13. Single Action Brake Cylinder
slider. See figure 1-12.
h. Elevation Cylinder Return Circuit
TO RESERVOIR RETURN TO
THROUGH RESERVOIR
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
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i. Brake System
The brake system consists of the following compo- When activated, the return hydraulic circuit oper-
nents: (figure 1-15) ates similar to the elevation cylinder return circuit.
Return springs inside the single action brake cylin-
1. Single action slave cylinders (4 each). ders retract the brake pads and provide the pres-
2. 3-way (single check valve type) mini-valve. sure to return the hydraulic oil back to the reservoir.
3. Manually controlled emergency brake re- The electronic timer operates the return circuit for
lease. approximately 8-10 seconds.
4. Plumbing terminal, flexible hoses, copper
lines and "O" rings. j. Emergency Brake Release
5. Portions of the electrical system.
The emergency brake release is simply a manually
Each corner of the cast-iron table base has a operated bypass valve connected in parallel to the
hydraulic brake cylinder. These single action cyl- brake cylinders and the oil reservoir. See figure 1-
inders are hydraulically connected in parallel to the 16. When the valve is opened (turned counter-
mini-valve and all four are activated together. It is clockwise) a return circuit for the brake hydraulic
normal for one corner of the table to raise before the fluid is opened. The return springs force the
others due to the weight distribution of the table. pistons up pushing the hydraulic oil back into the
reservoir and retracting the brake pads.
An electronic timer in the relay box is activated
when any function on the pendant control is
pushed momentarily. The pump/motor and brake
system mini-valve are activated and the brake
cylinders are completely set. The electronic timer
runs for approx. 8-10 seconds.
Figure 1-16.
BRAKE SYSTEM BRAKE
CYLINDERS
NOTE
PLUMBING
TERMINAL •The emergency brake release valve
must be tightened securely when not in
RELIEF use.
VALVE BRAKE
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1-3. Hydraulic Adjustments
The fluid level should be approximately 1/2" below The pressure relief valve is adjusted by turning the
the filler hole or gasket surface. If additional fluid is adjustment nut until the desired pressure is reached.
needed, remove the filler vent cap with a phillips
screwdriver and add fluid through this opening To adjust:
using a funnel. See figure 1-17.
1. Remove the blind cap and attach a hydraulic
pressure gauge to the main oil galley using a 6mm
NOTE plumbing bolt. See figure 1-18.
GASKET
Figure 1-17.
Figure 1-18.
The type of oil that should be used is Mobil DTE #25
or equivalent. This is a very high quality hydraulic 2. Raise the table top until the piston reaches
oil. The table requires approximately two quarts of the end of its stroke and stalls. Observe reading on
oil to operate properly. pressure gauge and turn the adjustment nut (clock-
wise to increase oil pressure, counterclockwise to
b. Bleeding The Hydraulic System decrease) until desired reading is obtained. Pres-
sure should be 80KG/CM† -1138 PSI.
To purge the air from the hydraulic system, operate
each function back and forth at least two or three
times.
NOTE
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d. Speed Controls
The speed controls restrict the volume of oil return- A pressure gauge should be used to set the speed
ing back to the reservoir thereby controlling the of the back section and Trendelenburg control
speed of each control function. functions.
Figure 1-19.
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SECTION II HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING
2-1. Precautions
Before attempting to troubleshoot any hydraulic Once the problem has been determined, concen-
problem on the table, please read through the pre- trate on that particular hydraulic circuit or control
cautions and notes below. function.
1. Does the problem affect all control func- When installing new "O" rings use white
tions? lithium grease or hydraulic oil to thoroughly
lubricate the "O" rings and cylinder. Keep
2. Does the problem affect only one control everything clean.
function?
Each complete oil circuit is shown on the following
3. If the problem affects one control function is pages. When troubleshooting a particular function,
it in both directions? refer to the appropriate oil circuit diagram and the
list of possible problems
4. Is the problem intermittent?
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2-3. ELEVATION DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Table will not elevate properly Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Low on Oil
Spool Valve Not Centered
Defective Pump
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Table will not descend properly Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Bad Check Valve
Spool Valve Not Centered
Galled Slider Assembly
Defective Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
PISTON
O-RING
CYLINDER
BASE O-RING CYLINDER
BASE
PLUMBING
TERMINAL
FLEXIBLE HOSE
COPPER
LINE
CHECK VALVE
SPEED CONTROL
ELEVATION
MINIVALVE
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2-4. TRENDELENBURG DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Trendelenburg function moves improperly Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
PISTON
O-RING
CYLINDER
CAP O-RING
COPPER
LINES
CHECK VALVE
MAIN PLUMING
SPEED CONTROL TERMINAL
MINIVALVE
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2-5. LATERAL TILT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Lateral tilt function moves improperly Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Lateral tilt function chatters or loses position Defective or Dirty Check Valves
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
PISTON
O-RING
CHECK VALVE
SPEED CONTROL
MINIVALVE
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2-6. BACK SECTION DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Back Section function moves improperly Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Back Section function chatters or loses position Defective or Dirty Check Valves
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
COPPER
LINES
CHECK VALVE
MAIN PLUMING
SPEED CONTROL TERMINAL
MINIVALVE
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2-7. LEG SECTION DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Leg function moves improperly Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
COPPER
LINES
CHECK VALVE
MAIN PLUMING
SPEED CONTROL TERMINAL
MINIVALVE
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2-8. BRAKE CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem Reason
Brakes will not set properly Emergency Brake Release Valve Open or Defec-
tive
Spool Valve Not Centered
NOTE Bad Check Valve
Low on Oil
If brakes have been released with the Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Emergency Brake Release Valve, Pinched Hose
brakes will not reset until BRAKE UN- Defective Mini-Valve
LOCK Circuit has been activated. Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Brakes Will Not Stay Locked Emergency Brake Release Valve Open or Defec-
tive
Defective or Dirty Check Valve
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Leaking "O" Ring Inside Cylinder
BRAKE
CYLINDER
FLEXIBLE
HOSES
MAIN PLUMING
TERMINAL
FLEXIBLE
BRAKE HOSES
CYLINDER
EMERGENCY
BRAKE RELEASE
CHECK VALVE COPPER
LINE
SPEED CONTROL
RELEASE LEVER
MINIVALVE RETURN
TO RESERVOIR
INTERNAL OIL BRAKE
INTERNAL OIL FROM PUMP
FROM PUMP CYLINDER
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2-9. Flexible Hose Identification and
Placement
TREND 9
7 2
4 LEG
5 SECTION
BACK
SECTION
8
6
LATERAL
TILT
3
1
ELEVATION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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SECTION III ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The complete electrical system (with the excep- Refer to figure 3-1 for the relationship of the elec-
tion of the hand-held pendant control) is contained trical components.
within the base of the table. The pump motor and
the hydraulic valves are controlled electrically with a. Wires, Connectors, Switches, Fuse - These
the pendant control. provide the path for the various electrical circuits.
The electrically operated functions are as follows: b. Relay Box - Contains the step down trans-
former, full wave rectifier, micro-processor and
- ELEVATION - Up and Down relay switches. The relay switches are activated by
the pendant control signal to the micro-processor
- TRENDELENBURG - Head up and down and in turn energize the solenoids.
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SOLENOID 2 PIN PENDANT
COIL 120 VAC CONNECTORS CONTROL
MINI-VALVES
PENDANT
BASE
CONNECTOR
CN7
CN1
RELAY BOX
CN2A
CN2B
CN4
CN15 MOTOR/PUMP
ASSEMBLY
CAPACITOR
POWER
DPST MAIN
CORD
POWER SWITCH
CONNECTOR
(2) FUSE
10AMP
POWER
CORD
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SECTION IV ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
RELAY BOX
The following defective components could cause
all control functions to be affected: CN2A
a. Relay Box
b. Pendant Control CAUTION
The component listed below would only affect one Line voltage (120 VAC) will be mea-
control function: sured in this test. Do not touch uninsu-
lated connector pins or meter test leads.
Solenoid
3. Use an AC voltmeter capable of measuring
When troubleshooting an electrical circuit, start at 120 VAC and measure the voltage between pins
the problem and work back to the power source. 1 and 2 (black and white wires) located in connector
CN4. See figure 4-2. You should receive line
4-2. Main Switch voltage 120 VAC.
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b. Test Results
is always activated no matter what control function
If you do not receive the correct voltage measure- is selected. The brake locking circuit relay is also
ment, the problem would have to be in the wires, activated when any control function other than
main switch, fuses, or power cord. If the correct BRAKE UNLOCK is initially selected.
voltage is obtained, everything is good up to this
point and the problem would have to be in another Also, inside the relay box is a step-down transformer
area. and full-wave rectifier which decreases the line volt-
age to 5.5 volts. This low voltage potential controls
4-3. Pendant Control the relays by the use of the hand-held pendant
control buttons. Basically the relays enable a 5.5
The Pendant Control is part of the solid state, multi- volt potential to control the 120 volt circuit.
plex, logic control system. The pendant control
contains illuminated, circuit board mounted switches The following tests will determine if the relay box is
and a micro processor. The encoded output from the functioning correctly.
pendant control is serial bit stream logic.
a. Checking Relay Box Connector CN4
The output signal is transmitted to the micro pro-
cessors in the relay box where the logic is decoded 1. Connect the power cord to the table. Plug
and the appropriate relays for the selected function the power cord into the 120 VAC power supply (wall
are activated. receptacle) and turn the main switch ON. Leave all
connectors connected.
a. Wiring Harness Test
The following test checks the wires leading from the WARNING
table connector to connector CN7 at the Relay Box.
Disconnect connector CN7 from the Relay Box and Line voltage (120 VAC) will be mea-
using an ohmmeter, test the continuity between the sured in this test. Do not touch uninsu-
corresponding pins in connectors CN7 and the lated connector pins or meter test leads.
table connector. See figure 4-3.
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b. Test Results: NOTE
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the Before deciding the relay box is de-
relay box or wiring is defective. If the correct fective, check the wires and pins in the
readings are obtained, this part of the relay box is connector blocks to make sure they are
okay. Proceed to the next step. not loose or making a bad connection
with their mate.
c. Checking Output to Solenoids
his test checks the high voltage (120V) that is used
to energize the solenoids.
ACV
1
WARNING
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a. Solenoid Test c. Test Results:
The following tests check the voltage applied to the If you do not receive the correct voltage, the prob-
solenoids and the resistance of the solenoid coil. lem could be in the wires leading to connectors.
The problem could also be in the relay box or the
NOTE Pendant Control (refer to appropriate section for
troubleshooting).
If a solenoid does not function when the
pendant control button is pushed, the If the correct voltage is obtained, everything is
problem could be the pendant control, good up to that point and the problem is more than
the relay box, or the solenoid. likely the solenoid.
NOTE d. Step #2
Each solenoid is controlled with 120V The solenoid can be checked out using an ohm-
source coming from the relay box. This meter R x 1 scale.
source can easily be checked by mea-
suring the voltage at the 2 pin connec- 1. Measure the resistance between the two
tor in question. pins of the connector in question. See figure 4-6.
Connector being tested must be disconnected.
WARNING Polarity of meter leads is not important.
Line voltage will be measured in this 2. The meter should read approximately 60
test. Do not touch uninsulated connec- ohms at room temperature.
tor pins or meter test leads.
3. Measure the resistance between either pin
b. Step #1 and ground.
1. Plug the table cord into the wall receptacle 4. Meter should read infinity.
and turn main switch ON.
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OHM ACV
BLUE BLUE
WHITE/BLUE RED
BLUE BLUE
CN1
WHITE/BLUE BROWN 16
BLUE BLUE 15
14
13
WHITE/BLUE ORANGE 12
11
BLUE BLUE 10
9
WHITE/BLUE WHITE/BROWN 8
7
BLUE BLUE 6
5
4
WHITE/BLUE WHITE/GREY 3
2
BLUE BLUE 1
WHITE/BLUE BLACK/WHITE
UP HD RT. UP DN. UN
DN. LOCK
CN2B
4
LAT. BACK LEG 3
ELEV. TREND TILT SECT. SECT. BRAKE 2
1
HD
DN. UP. LT. DN. UP LOCK
CN2A
16
15
14
13
12
BLUE BLUE 11
10
WHITE/BLACK 9
WHITE/BLUE 8
BLUE BLUE 7
6
5
WHITE/BLUE GREY 4
3
BLUE BLUE 2
1
WHITE/BLUE BLUE/WHITE
BLUE BLUE
WHITE/BLUE WHITE/ORANGE
BLUE BLUE
WHITE/BLUE YELLOW
BLUE BLUE
WHITE/BLUE WHITE/RED
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4-6. Motor/Pump Assembly
The electric motor is a capacitor start type with a 3. Use a voltmeter capable of measuring 120
rating of 120 VAC, 200 watts. The field windings VAC and measure the following connector pins in
are protected with a thermal protector that will open the connector. See figure 4-8.
the winding circuit if the motor is run continuously
for approximately 10 minutes. This protector will
take about 10 minutes to automatically reset. The
oil pump unit is attached to the bottom of the motor ACV
and is a gear type positive displacement pump with
a pumping capacity of .4 liter per min. The Motor/ 3
Pump Assembly is mounted on an insulated motor
plate in the base of the table. The starting capacitor
is mounted along side the motor/pump assembly 2
1
PIN NO AC VOLTS
a. Motor/Pump Test 1-2 120
1-3 120
2-3 0
The following tests will check the voltage applied to
the motor and the resistance of the motor field
windings. Figure 4-8. Motor Connector
Line voltage will be measured in this If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
test. Do not touch uninsulated connec- problem could be in the wires, connectors, relay
tor pins or meter test leads. box, or main switch (refer to appropriate section for
troubleshooting).
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e. Test Results:
NOTE
OHM
The capacitor may have to be dis-
charged first (by shorting pins 2 and 3
together) before you will be able to see
the ohmmeter needle swing up the
scale. PIN NO METER
3. Use the R x 1 scale of the ohmmeter and If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
measure the resistance between the pins located motor or wiring is defective.
in the pump connector. See figure 4-9.
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