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SERVICE MANUAL
Dynamis / Spectro Line with Touchscreen
Applicable for the following Fotona laser systems:
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Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Fotona laser system and placing your trust in our brand. We are certain that
your Fotona system will be an asset to your practice and will provide you with substantial advantages in
many different areas of your daily work. With 50 years of experience in the laser industry, we have a deep
understanding of today’s modern physicians’ needs and aim to provide laser-based solutions that excel in
quality and reliability.
Fotona medical laser systems have been developed and are manufactured according to the most
stringent international quality and safety requirements and standards. All Fotona laser systems are
authorized to carry the CE mark.
The purpose of this Applications Manual is to provide general information and guidelines that can be
helpful to establish your own treatment procedures and protocols. We strongly recommend carefully
reading and studying its entire content and the system’s Operator Manual before attempting to operate
the device. Please take note of the various warnings and notes that are provided to ensure a maximum
life-span of your device and to ensure your safety, the safety of the patient, and that of the medical
personnel assisting you.
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CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure and
electric shock!
NOTE
The adjustment, alignment and calibration servicing procedures can only be
performed by qualified servicing persons authorized by Fotona d.o.o.
CAUTION
During the adjustment, alignment and calibration procedures appropriate
safety goggles must be used by the serviceman and all personnel present
in the laser room.
For Er:YAG wavelength 2940nm protective eyewear of I,R L4 (OD4).
For Nd:YAG wavelength 1064nm protective eyewear of I,R L7 (OD7).
WARNING!
When the laser system covers are removed an access to high voltage as
well as mains supply voltage is possible during the adjustment, alignment
and calibration procedures!
The undersigned certifies that the Fotona device being returned herein by
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Individual/Institution City, State, Country
has been cleaned and is free from biohazards, including - but not limited to -
human or animal blood, tissue or fluids or components thereof.
The undersigned also agrees to reimburse Fotona for any costs incurred in
cleaning the enclosed equipment, in the event said item(s) are received by
Fotona in a contaminated condition.
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3.1 Laser
Nd:YAG Laser (valid for SP and XP Dynamis)
Nd:YAG in FRAC3 and VERSA operation mode:
Average power: up to 20 W
3.2 General
Laser system classification: Class 4
(according to EN 60825-2/2007 or IEC 60825-2.0/2007 or
US CDRH CFR 21 1040.10)
For models:
SP Spectro (also FotonaSMOOTH SP or
Dualis SP II)
XP Spectro (also Fotona XP-2 Focus)
XS Dynamis (also FotonaSMOOTH XS or
Dualis XS)
- rated supply voltage: 220-240 V
- rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
- long time current: 12 A
- momentary current: 19 A
Mechanical
Environmental conditions
All models share the same sub-units but differ in height of the housing. Systems
with higher average power of Nd:YAG laser (and therefore higher rated current of
19 A ) have a higher housing due to cooling system with higher cooling capacity
located in lower part of the housing.
Flexible Nd:YAG laser jumper fiber-optic beam delivery (used in models M021-
4AF/3 and M001-12F )
Er:YAG laser 7-mirror articulated arm beam delivery assembly (used in models
M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A )
Protective housing consisting of:
Housing
Fixed power cord
Main circuit breaker
Door switch
Foot switch
Potential equalization screw
Emergency stop switch
Key switch
EMC shielding
NOTE
To meet the Canadian national rule the additional fuse were implemented
after the main switch.
After turning on the main switch on the rear side of the system the 24/12/5Vdc
auxiliary power supply turns on. The 12Vdc and 5 Vdc from auxiliary supply is
powering the Controller assembly, 8.4” LCD monitor with Touch-screen. The
Scanner adapter assembly is powered with 12Vdc.
The 24Vdc from auxiliary supply is supplying the following circuits:
The 24Vdc part of the Controller
Footswitch
Door switch,
The 24Vdc and 5Vdc power from the auxiliary power supply is fed to the TV IO
Dynamis TS board through connector X1.
Through X2 connector on IO Dynamis TS board the SYS Controller is
communicating with Relay TS 1 board (Charger on/off, Pump on/off) and the
READY LED (ready light) board.
Through X3 connector of I/O Dynamis TS board the SYS Controller communicates
with the Door-switch, Foot-switch, Flow-sensor and Thermal switch.
The Key-lock switch is connected to X12 connector on IO Dynamis TS board
The Speaker is connected to X5 connector on IO Dynamis TS board.
Through X11 connector on IO Dynamis TS board the SYS Controller is
communicating with Scanner adapter board (Serial communication RS232)
Through X11 connector on IO Dynamis TS board the SYS Controller is
communicating with GUI PC (serial RS232 communication).
a) For TS S22 Scanner adapter assembly SW vesion 5.7 and higher AND
S11 Scanner SW version 2.0 and higher:
For support of T-Runner Er:YAG Scanner operation with BOTH Long (23 cm)
spacer and Short (17 cm ) spacer the following conditions for SW configuration of
host laser sytem must be met:
• The GUI SW version should 40 or higher
• The SYS SW version must be 3.9 or higher
Ready state
warning light
8.4“LCD
Touch-screen
monitor
Figure 1: Appearance of 8.4” LCD monitor on Dynamis and Spectro laser systems front
panel
The Ready state warning light is located in the front panel and shines RED when
the laser is in READY state. The Laser emission warning comes on in Ready
button when footswitch is pressed and an audible sound is generated to indicate
that the device is emitting laser radiation.
The graphical user interface of the system allows selection of laser source type
and treatments groups (see Figure 3).
When the main circuit breaker is turned on the LCD monitor shows a generic
Fotona logotype screen that remains for a while. The SYS controller performs in
this state the first part of self test (integrity checking of SYS controller, checking the
operation of safety shutters, operation of READY warning light, turns on the cooling
system pump and checks for flow rate, turns on the charger and checks if simmer
current is OK – default laser in systems having two lasers is Er:YAG laser. Then
the SYS Controller turns off the cooling system and Charger and waits until the
GUI controller boots.
During booting of GUI controller the screen shows a Windows generated
“Welcome” message.
Settings
button
For servicing purposes the Settings button (in upper right corner of the screen)
should be touched that will display various settings as well as entrance to service
operation modes that will be described later.
The voltage value from the Controller to the PFM 41 assembly is fed via optical link
UREFERENCE (OW16) and it is further fed to Charger via optical link CHARGE
(OW20). The Charger also creates a 24VDC supplying voltage for proper operation
of the PFM 41 assembly. The Charger also comprises two Simmer power supplies
both acting as current sources. The simmer power supplies are operating at
different simmer currents. The simmer power supply for Nd:YAG laser is delivering
approx 600mA while the simmer power supply for Er:YAG laser flashlamp is
delivering approx 120mA. The simmer power supplies are used to keep the
selected laser´s flashlamp ionized (simmer current). Both simmer power supplies
are connected with respective flashlamps through PFM41 assembly. The simmer
power supply for Nd:YAG is short connected when Er:YAG laser is selected with
relay K1 on the PFM41 assembly. When the Nd:YAG laser is selected the Er:YAG
simmer power supply is short connected with relay K1 on the PFM41 assembly.
The integral part of the Charger is also the Mains filter B located on the top of the
charger.
The output of the Charger can be separated from the PFM41 assembly by a single
connector, and by one optical link OW20 running from PFM41 assembly.
The 230 VAC to the mains filter B is fed from Relay TS 1 board X2 connector.
Mains (EMI)
filter on
Charger
Charger
PFM41
assembly
NOTE
If the crowbar fire optical link OW19 is detached from the PFM 41 module
assembly the crowbar protection circuit is activated. Do not remove this
optical link from PFM41 module or from energy meter unless you will be
asked to do that by Fotona service staff.
De-ionizing cartridge
Temperature switch – located in the cooling liquid tank
Flow sensor
Figure 6: Cooling system for Model M021-4AF/3 (For models M002-2A the Nd:YAG laser is
not built-in in model M001-12F the Er:YAG laser is not built-in)
When the SYS Controller sends a signal for starting the cooling system via the
RELAY TS 1 board, the pump and heat exchanger fans start. The de-ionized water
is driven from the water tank through the heat exchangers through laser modules
(Er:YAG or Nd:YAG or both in series) and through a flow switch and de-ionizing
cartridge (both connected in parallel). A small amount of de-ionized water is flowing
through the de-ionizing cartridge to keep the water always de-ionized and clean.
The flow sensor is generating a frequency proportional to the flow rate. This signal
is sent to the FLOW METER circuitry on the IO DYNAMIS TS board, which
performs the function of determining the flow. The checking of the flow rate starts
with a 5 second delay after turning on the pump to allow for the flow to establish.
Later on the flow is continuously monitored and if it drops below a prescribed value
the SYS Controller immediately stops the laser, turns off the Charger, Cooling
system pump and fans, blocks the system and issues an appropriate message.
The temperature of the cooling liquid is monitored by the SYS Controller through a
thermal switch mounted on the cooling liquid tank. Should the water temperature
exceed the allowed limit the SYS Controller will stop the laser emission disable the
triggering of the laser and issue an advisory message (Over temperature). The
cooling system pump and fans remain to operate. The system will remain in this
state until the cooling liquid temperature does not fall under the trip point of the
temperature switch. The system will then revert to a STBY state.
Figure 7: Cooling system for Dynamis line laser systems with one heat exchanger
The laser characteristics (laser output energy vs capacitor bank voltage) are
different for each Operation mode.
The laser Input/Output characteristics parameters for each Operating mode are
described by a group of four numbers which are accessible through GUI with
Settings/Service Er / I/O Laser setup
U1 U2 E1 E2
U1 is a voltage on capacitor bank that will for a corresponding Operation mode
realize laser output energy E1.
U2 is a voltage on capacitor bank that will for a corresponding Operation mode
realize laser output energy E2.
E1 is selected to be approx. the smallest energy of the laser for the selected
Operation mode
E2 is selected to be approx. the highest energy of the laser for selected Operation
mode.
NOTE
The FOTONA SMOOTH mode (since it operates with LP laser pulses) utilizes
the characteristics of the laser for LP Operation mode.
5.9.2. Nd:YAG Laser Module (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F)
The Nd:YAG laser module consists of a highly efficient laser pumping chamber,
Nd:YAG laser rod, flash lamp, optical resonator with high reflectivity (HR) and out-
coupling (OC) mirror both mounted in their adjusting mechanisms. The Nd:YAG
laser pumping chamber is cooled by de-ionized water (it is cooled in series with the
Er:YAG laser module in model M021-4AF/3 ). The pumping chamber is insulated
from the resonator base plate with appropriate insulators with suitable creepage
distances and air clearances. The flash lamp is operating in a simmer current
mode and kept ionized for the main discharge current pulse initiated through an
IGBT module (located on the PFM 41 assembly). The main discharge excites the
laser rod and as a consequence a laser pulse is created within the optical
resonator. From the OC mirror the laser beam emerges if both OC and HR mirrors
are properly aligned.
The Nd:YAG laser operates in a more complex manner.
The Nd:YAG laser operates in FRAC3, VERSA, PIANO and QCW operating
modes.
FRAC 3 operating mode
In FRAC3 operating mode the laser pulse width can be selected between 0.1 and
1.6ms.
NOTE
When the laser system is to be operated in FRAC3 or VERSA operation
mode at a selected Fluency, spot size and repetition rate the GUI SW first
calculates the value of the energy per pulse of the laser corresponding to
the selected fluency and spot size (Eset) then it calculates the laser energy
needed – E laser (taking in account the transmission of the selected beam
delivery and handpiece) and then from the characteristics of the laser
calculates the voltage to which the capacitor bank is to be charged for the
first pulse in calibration.
E laser= E set / Ty
Ty stands for the transmission of the beam delivery together with the transmission
of the hand piece (Scanner) for the selected spot size.
When the laser system is to be operated in QCW operation mode at a selected
Power, frequency and bare fiber the computer first calculates the value of the
energy per pulse of the laser corresponding to the selected power (Pset) and
frequency (f) then it calculates the laser energy needed - Elaser (taking in account
the transmission of the selected beam delivery – i.e. fiber) and then from the
characteristics of the laser calculates the voltage to which the capacitor bank is to
be charged for the first pulse in calibration.
E laser= (Pset / f ) / Tf
Tf stands for the transmission of the selected fiber beam delivery.
The values of the transmission for each spot size of Nd:YAG handpieces are
accessible and can be edited in Settings/Service Nd/ Add-remove handnpiece
service SW.
For Piano operation mode the energy per laser pulse E laser is calculated from
selected spot size cumulative fluency, PIANO pulse duration, and fixed frequency
of pulses within PIANO pulse of 30 Hz.
From calculated Elaser the starting value of Ubank is calculated from the
characteristics of the laser for selected pulse width, as
Ustart = (Elaser – A)/B
With this starting voltage the energy regulation loop is starting the calibration
sequence of the Nd:YAG laser. After the calibration is completed (the laser energy
is close to the desired energy) the shutter opens and the system is placed in a
ready state. After pressing the footswitch the laser will all the time run in the energy
regulation loop, which adjusts the capacitor bank voltage to a value, which will
always deliver the selected energy to the treatment site.
There are three variants of simmer trigger boards. Each is used for distinct model.
Simmer Trigger 5 - assy. Code 97618 - used in Models M021-4AF/3
Simmer Trigger 5/2 - assy. Code 97620 - used in Models M001-12F
Simmer Trigger 5/1 - assy. Code 97619 - used in Model M002-2A
NOTE
All three simmer trigger boards use the same PCB but differ in number and
position of trigger transformers.
Please refer to the drawings of these assemblies in section 10 of this Technical file.
The Simmer trigger board is located on the top of the Er:YAG and Nd:YAG laser
module. Its function is to create high voltage (12kV) short pulses via a trigger
transformer to ionize the Xenon gas within the selected lasers flashlamp. Each
laser has separate trigger transformer.
The selected flash lamp ionized gas impedance drops during the trigger pulse
allowing the external Simmer power supply to draw a small current (called simmer
current) through the flash lamp. The simmer operation of the flash lamp allows
accurate flash lamp firing with high rep rates.
Since the simmer currents for Er:YAG laser flashlamp and Nd:YAG laser flashlamp
are different there are two separate simmer power supplies in the Charger
assembly.
For Models M021-4AF/3 when the Er:YAG laser flashlamp is simmer operated the
Nd:YAG simmer power supply output is short connected by the K1 relay on PFM41
assembly, and vice versa.
In model M002-2A the Nd:YAG simmer power supply is short connected on the
PFM41 assembly.
In models M001-12F the Er:YAG simmer power supply is short connected on
PFM41 assembly.
The negative terminal of each trigger transformer secondary winding is connected
to both flash lamps cathode. The positive terminal of each trigger transformer is
connected to respective laser’s pumping chamber metal end plates. This allows for
efficient external triggering of both flash lamps.
When the Controller turns on the Charger the simmer power supply starts to
develop approx. 800 V on the selected flashlamp terminals. The simmer trigger
board is also supplied by the simmer power supply and starts to trigger the
flashlamp through the trigger transformer. When the flash lamp ionizes the simmer
current establishes and the simmer power supply accommodates the voltage on
the flash lamp to keep the simmer current through the flash lamp to a preset
constant value (the simmer power supply acts as a constant current source). When
the simmer current establishes the simmer trigger board disables the triggering of
the trigger transformer.
The open circuit voltage on the flash lamp terminals (for both laser’s flashlamps)
before establishing the simmer current is approx 800 VDC.
The simmer current for Er:YAG laser is approx 250mA and the flash lamp voltage
during simmer operation is approx. 90 – 110 VDC.
The simmer current for Nd:YAG laser flashlamp is approx 600mA and the
flashlamp voltage during simmer operation is also approx 90 to 110 VDC.
The whole simmer trigger board is electrically on a floating potential together with
the PFM41 assembly.
Please refer to optical path diagrams for each model n Section 8.5 of this Service
manual.
There are two sets of beam sampling and combining optics – one for each laser.
The function of the beam sampling and combining optics is to supply a sample of
the treatment laser beam to two separate energy meters and to combine the
aiming beam with the treatment beam. This is accomplished by two optical
components for each laser. They are accurately fixed to the laser head base plate.
For Nd:YAG laser two Beam Combiners (BCNd) are used having a small
reflectance and high transmittance for the treatment laser wavelength and high
reflectance for 650nm aiming beam. The reflected treatment laser beam from the
first Beam Combiner (closer to Nd:YAG laser OC mirror) falls on Feedback energy
meter sensor after being diffused. The second Beam Combiner (BCNd) reflects a
small amount of laser energy to the Nd:YAG Monitor energy meter and combines
the aiming beam laser (Diode Laser) with the treatment laser beam before they
enter the fiber coupling assembly.
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For Er:YAG laser also two Beam Combiners (BCEr) are used having a small
reflectance and high transmittance for the treatment laser wavelength and high
reflectance for 650nm aiming beam. The reflected beam from the first Bea
Combiner plate is falling on the Er:YAG Feedback energy meter sensor after being
diffused. The second Beam Combiner reflects a small amount of laser energy to
the Er:YAG Monitor energy meter and combines the aiming beam laser (Diode
Laser) with the treatment laser beam before they enter the articulated arm.
In Model M021-4AF/3 both the Nd:YAG and Er:YAG beam sampling optics are
used. In Model M002-2A only the Er:YAG while in Model M001-12F only the
Nd:YAG beam sampling optics is utilized.
NOTE
The Energymeters for models M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A are having a heater
element assembly that is supplied from Head CTRL 4 board with 24Vdc.
The energy meter is a complex analog and digital board which communicates with
the Controller and PFM41 assembly only through optical links.
The Energy meter assembly is supplied with 24VDC from the auxiliary power
supply when the main circuit breaker is turned on.
The functions of the energy meter are:
To receive from the SYS Controller data which identifies which laser is
selected (Er or Nd)
To receive from the SYS Controller the desired selected energy for selected
laser’s pulse in a digital form via optical link OW17 (Data_In).
NOTE
The value of the energy of the laser pulse is determined by the Controller
during calibration procedure after the READY button has been pressed.
To create analog value of the desired energy level via a D/A converter used for
comparing the analog level of laser pulse energy with the desired one.
To receive a RESET SYNCHRONIZATION pulse from the flash lamp light
pulse detector and from the SYS Controller. The flashlamp pulse detector
starts the energy measurement sequence. The SYS Controller checks if the
flash pulse has happened by comparison of the signal from the Controller and
from the flash pulse light detector. The light pulse detector is a wide-angle of
view optical detector located on the energy meter.
NOTE
The pick-up of the flash lamp light pulse is performed for both flashlamps
with a single detector. During servicing procedures do not cover or screen
the aperture of this flashpulse detector during laser firing. The system will
detect a missing flashpulse.
To create a Fire_SCR signal (through an optical link - OW19) if the laser pulse
energy (corresponding analog signal level) from any of the two independent
To amplify the signals from each energy sensor (which is proportional to laser
pulse energy) and to detect the peak value of this signals. During factory
calibration of the energy meters or during service calibration the gain of this
amplifiers can be trimmed to calibrate the energy meter sensitivity
To convert this signals via a A/D converter in a digital form
To send this signals via optical link Data_Out (OW15) for further processing in
the SYS Controller
To check if both the D/A and A/D converters function properly and to send this
information through OW13 back to the SYS Controller.
To check if the supplying voltages for each energy meter are within prescribed
values.
The SYS Controller reads the energy of laser pulse from both energy meters
(Feedback and Monitor).
The Nd:YAG part of the energy meter measures each micro-pulse energy and
sends it to the SYS Controller, where the SYS Controller after completing the
macro-pulse, adds-up the contribution of each micro-pulse energy and forms the
total macro-pulse energy. This sum energy is used for running the energy
regulation loop of the laser.
Please refer to drawings HEAD CTRL4 assembly and schematics attached to this
manual.
There are three variants of Head CTRL4 and safety shutter assembly used for
each model of Dynamis line.
Head CTRL4 and Shutter assembly for models M021-4AF/3 – Code: 80670
Head CTRL4 and Shutter assembly for model M002-2A – Code: 85902
Head CTRL4 and Shutter assembly for models M001-12F – Code: 85906
They all have the same PCB (Code 80168) but differ only in which actuator and
absorber is built-in (For Er:YAG only, Nd:YAG only or for both lasers).
The Head Control 4 and safety shutter assembly is located under the Energy
meter. The circuit is supplied with 24VDC from auxiliary power supply (Connector
X3).
The Head Control 4 is mounted together with the safety shutters to the laser head
base plate. It comprises two safety shutters – one for each laser for models M021-
4AF/3 (one for Nd:YAG for models M001-12F, and one for Er:YAG for model
M002-2A). Each shutter is actuated by a rotary actuator and has a static magnet
rod on its flag. Each shutters position is detected by Hall sensors on the Head
CTRL4 board. The circuit is communicating with the SYS Controller via two optical
links OW3 and OW4.
The Head CTRL 4 and safety shutter assembly functions are:
To receive commands from the SYS Controller for opening or closing the
respective shutter via optical link OW3
To receive commands for diode laser aiming beam power level via optical link
OW3
To supply power and drive the diode laser with PWM (pulse width modulated)
signal with eight hardwired average power levels via. The diode laser is
attached to HEAD CTRL 4 assembly via connector X4
To sense the position of each shutter and to send this information via optical
link OW4 to the SYS Controller. NOTE: during operation of a selected laser the
shutter status for the second laser is also monitored.
To sense if the fiber optic beam delivery is attached to the beam coupling
assembly (Connector X2). If it is not the operation of the system is halted until
the fiber optic beam delivery is not attached properly to the system.
To supply 24Vdc to Heater assembly through connector X6 on 80168 Head
CTRL 4 PCB for systems having an Er:YAG laser.
5.9.7.Nd:YAG fiber coupling assembly (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and models
M001-12F)
The fiber coupling assembly is located in the front part of the laser head. It is fixed
to the articulated arm holder in case of models M021-4AF/3 or via a dedicated
holder fixed to laser head baseplate in Models M001-12F. It comprises a holder,
lens within an adjustable positioning system, an SMA905 receptacle and a micro-
switch used for detecting the attachment of the fiber beam delivery system. The
micro-switch is connected to the HEAD CTRL 4 assembly via a two pin cable and a
connector to. The lens is coupling the laser beam into the attached fiber-optic
beam delivery. Two adjustment screws (X and Y) are facilitating positioning of the
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lens relative to the proximal fiber optic beam delivery end-face center. The
positioning screws are accessible from the front panel. The screw for adjusting the
lens Y position located vertically to the fiber receptacle, while the screw for
adjusting the X position to the left of the receptacle (looking from the front panel).
A third, fixing screw id used to lock the position of X and Y adjustment.
5.9.8. Er:YAG beam coupling optics (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and model
M002-2A)
The Er:YAG beam coupling assembly is located in front part of the laser head. It is
built in the articulated arm holder. The beam coupling is performed by two flat
mirrors – the Near field mirror and Far field mirror in a beam steering assembly.
Both are placed on their respective adjusting mechanisms. The Near field mirror
is the one, which is closer to the laser. On the top of the articulated arm holder
there is a beam transforming lens. By adjusting the Near and Far field mirrors
central propagation of both the treatment and aiming beam is achieved through the
articulated arm.
The aiming beam laser assembly is located next to the Er:YAG laser module. It is
mounted in its adjusting mechanism used for aligning the aiming beam to coincide
with the Er:YAG laser beam in models M021-4AF/3 and model M002-2A. For
models M001-12F and models M021-4AF/3 the aiming laser is alignment to
coincide with Nd:YAG laser beam is performed by aligning the beam bender mirror
for 650nm.
NOTE
In case of models M021-4AF/3 and model M002-2A the adjusting mechanism
of the aiming laser must be used for adjusting the coincidence of aiming
beam with the Er:YAG laser beam ONLY!
In case of models M001-12F (where there is NO Er:YAG laser) the adjusting
mechanism of the aiming laser must be used for adjusting the coincidence
of aiming beam with the Nd:YAG laser beam!
In models M021-4AF/3 the aiming beam is combined with the Er:YAG treatment
beam via a 50%/50% beam splitter for 650nm and a beam combiner BCEr (in
model M002-2A Dynamis the 50%/50% beam splitter is replaced with total
reflector). In this way the optical axis of the Er:YAG treatment and aiming beam
can be brought to be the same. The aiming beam is also coupled via the beam
coupling assembly into the articulated arm and through it to different hand pieces.
At the hand piece exit the aiming beam position marks the point to which the
Er:YAG treatment beam will hit the target when the footswitch will be depressed.
The aiming beam is combined with the Nd:YAG treatment beam via a 50%/50%
beam splitter for 650nm and an adjustable beam bender fro 650 nm and a beam
combiner BCNd. By adjusting the beam bender, the aiming beam can be centered
through the fiber coupling assembly on the proximal end-face of the fiber optic
beam delivery. On the distal end of the fiber-optic beam delivery a hand piece is
attached where the aiming beam position marks the point to which the Nd:YAG
treatment beam will hit the target when the footswitch will be depressed.
In case of models M001-12F the aiming beam is combined with the Nd:YAG
treatment beam via a total reflector at 650nm. By adjusting the aiming beam laser it
can be centered through the fiber coupling assembly on the proximal end-face of
the fiber optic beam delivery.
The Diode laser assembly is supplied and controlled from the HEAD CTRL 4
assembly (Connector X4).
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The aiming beam laser is a high temperature diode laser source operating in a
PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) mode. Eight hardwired power levels can be
selected via the HEAD CTRL 4 board received from the SYS Controller through
optical link OW3.
5.10. Nd:YAG laser fiber-optic beam deliveries (Valid for models M021-
4AF/3 and models M001-12F)
In VERSA, FRAC3 and PIANO operating modes the Nd:YAG laser uses a flexible
jumper fiber beam delivery with 945µm fiber core size. The jumper fiber beam
delivery is having high power SMA905 connectors on each side. The jumper fiber
numerical aperture is NA=0.22.
The proximal side of jumper fiber with the SMA connector is attached to the fiber
beam coupling assembly receptacle on the laser system front panel. On the distal
side of the beam delivery the different hand pieces with adjustable spot sizes
ranging from 2 to 20 mm or S11 Nd:YAG scanner can be attached with SMA
connectors.
For operating the S11 scanner at 2mm spot size an additional jumper fiber with
600 µm fiber core size with NA=0.22 and high power SMA905 connectors on each
side is used with 3mm optics selection on S11 scanner.
In QCW operating mode the Nd:YAG lasers utilizes a single or re-usable sterile
600µm fiber with numerical aperture of NA=0.22. The proximal side of the single
use sterile fiber must have a high power SMA905 connector.
NOTE
In QCW operating mode single use sterile fiber with core size of 1000µm can
be used also provided that it has a NA=0.22 and an SAM 905 connector on
proximal side.
5.11. Er:YAG laser beam delivery (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and
model M002-2A)
The Er:YAG laser beam delivery is a 7-mirror balanced articulated arm. After
installation at the user it is permanently attached to the system. To the articulated
arm distal end different hand pieces can be attached depending on the application.
For each handpiece the articulated arm can be balanced with an appropriate
balancing knob on the counterbalance mechanism in necessary.
The articulated arm balancing weight is having two positions:
One when Er:YAG scanners (Model F22 or S22) are attached to the articulated
arm, and
The other when handpieces are attached to the articulated arm.
The articulated arm can be balanced and adjusted according to user preference.
The articulated arm weight pivot has an orange spot and a black screw counter
balance adjustment. The articulated arm balance weight has two orange spots -
one designates the position for balancing the handpieces the other for balancing
the scanner.
When using a handpiece rotate the balance weight so that the white part of the
balancing weight is closer to the articulated arm holder and align the red on the
weight with the red spot on articulated arm. When using a scanner rotate the
balancing weight 180 degrees. The black counter balance screw can be adjusted
according to user preference do balance the handpiece or scanner weight.
5.13.1. Housing
The complete console is made from spot welded metal sheet console, spot welded
metal sheet upper side covers and a plastic front panel painted in the inner side
with a conductive paint. Therefore the construction gives good mechanical integrity
and excellent grounding as well as EMC compatibility.
A fixed non-detachable power cord is used for all models of Fotona Dynamis Line.
The Dynamis Line of laser systems uses a supplementary two pole 25 A circuit
breaker.
The Spectro Line of laser system s uses a supplementary two pole 15 A circuit
breaker.
Both circuit breakers serve in the same time as main switch.
The circuit breakers are located on the rear side of the laser system.
Figure 11: Main switch (circuit breaker), Doosrwitch, Footswicth connectors and potential
equalization terminal location on Spectro laser systems
Figure 12: Main switch (circuit breaker), Doosrwitch, Footswicth connectors and potential
equalization terminal location on Dynamis laser systems
It is located on the rear side of the housing next to the door switch receptacle. The
foot switch is connected to this receptacle.
NOTE
If not attached the system cannot start up and reports an advise message”
Footswitch not connected!“.
When Fotona Model G22 (G-Runner) Scanner is used with systems M021-4AF/3
or M002-2A, the G-Runner Interface box is connected to footswitch receptacle of
laser system, while the footswitch is connected to G-Runner Interface box
footswitch receptacle.
The Fotona Model G22 (G-Runner) scanner supplied with 24Vdc from laser system
Footswitch receptacle.
A potential equalization terminal is provided on the rear side of the laser system to
facilitate connection with potential equalization bus bar of electrical installation in
the laser room if available. For this purposes a separate potential equalization
conductor must be used that can be attached to this terminal. The terminal
complies with to IEC 60601-1 standard.
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5.13.7. Emergency Stop switch
It is located on the front panel. When activated the Auxiliary Power Supply (5, 12
and 24Vdc) and Charger are disconnected from mains power.
NOTE
The system cannot be restarted before Emergency stop switch is
deactivated (turned leftward), the Key switch is turned off, and the main
circuit breaker turned off and then again on.
When pressed it completely turns OFF the whole system up to mains A filter outlet.
It is located on the front panel. The function of the key switch is to protect the
system from unauthorized use of the system. When the main switch (circuit
breaker) is turned on, the system starts-up after turning on the key switch.
NOTE
The key cannot be removed in ON position.
5.13.9. Nd:YAG hand piece tray (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and models M001-
12F)
For models M021-4AF/3 and models M001-12F the Nd:YAG hand piece tray is
used for holding various Nd:YAG hand pieces.
NOTE
The Nd:YAG hand piece should be picked-up when Nd:YAG laser session is
to be performed.
A good practice is when using the Er:YAG laser the Nd:YAG handpiece or
S11 Scanner should be placed in the handpiece or S11 Scanner tray.
It is the responsibility of the user to use the appropriate handpiece that
corresponds to the selected laser and treatment.
The system does not detect the Nd:YAG handpiece when it is placed in the
handpiece tray.
The inner metal sheet protective housing is properly EMC shielded by the use of
appropriate EMC gaskets. The plastic front plate inner side is painted with a
conductive paint.
The compatible Nd:YAG handpieces for models M021-4AF/3 and models M001-
12F are:
Model R33
Model R33-T (can be used also with Matrixvew non-concact temperature
sensor – the MatrixView attached to system via Er:YAG scanner
connector). Please note that in GUI this configuration of R33 handpiece
can be selected as R33ΔT.
Model R34
Model R34-T (can be used also with Matrixvew non-concact temperature
sensor – the MatrixView attached to system via Er:YAG scanner
connector). Please note that in GUI this configuration of R34 handpiece
can be selected as R34ΔT.
S11 Scanner with Short (13 cm) spacer and 3, 6 and 9 mm spot size (2mm
spot size is realized with a jumper fiber beam delivery with 600 µm fiber
core and NA=0.22))
S11 Scanner with 9 mm spot size, Long (19 cm) spacer with or without
MatrixView S attached to Long spacer. Please note that in GUI this
opration of S11 Scanner can be selected as L-Runner
R27
R27-C
In addition a 600 µm sterile bare fiber with a SMA905 high power
connectro on proximal side can be used.
The handpieces can be installed in GUI in Settings/ServiceNd/ Add-remove
handpiece menu.
CAUTION
The 945 µm and 600 µm jumper beam delivery is not intended to be
sterilized!!!
DO NOT STERILIZE THE BEAM DELIVERY!
CAUTION
If power supply plug not removed from mains outlet an access to mains
voltage is possible at the circuit breaker part of the system as well as at TV
RELAY TS 1.
The covers for the Fotona Dynamis/Spectro laser systems consist from one upper
and two side metal sheet covers which are used also as EMC shielding of the
device.
NOTE
All three covers are protectively grounded to the chassis.
After finishing any service procedure assure that all covers are properly
grounded to the chassis.
The top cover is fixed to the main chassis of the instrument on the rear side with
screws. Remove these screws and carefully slide the top cover a little up on the
rear side and then backward.
Remove the grounding conductor fixed with a fast-on to the top cover.
Then remove the top cover.
Both side covers are fixed to the main chassis of the instrument on the rear side
with screws. Remove those screws and carefully, by holding it with your hands
slide each cover backward.
Remove the grounding conductor fixed with a fast on to each cover.
Then remove them.
Reassemble in reverse order and do not forget to properly ground the covers.
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
electrical utilities.
The Charger is fixed to the instrument chassis by four screws on the rear side of
the laser console and by two screws inside the chassis, which fix the Charger to
the wall that separates the power supply compartment form the Controller
compartment. The two fixing csrews are accessible through two holes that are
hiolding the Controller aseembly.
Remove the Charger assembly fixing screws to the chassis.
Detach the connector on the Charger.
Locate the incoming mains wires on the mains filter B terminal blocks (this
wires are also connected to pins 1 and 6 on the Relay TS 1 board terminal
blocks X2. Remove the wires from terminal blocks.
Detach the optical link OW20 from the PFM41 module assembly.
Carefully remove the Charger form the power supply compartment.
Replace it in reverse order.
During the replacement procedure please note that there is no remaining charge
on the PFM41 module assembly capacitor bank and there is no danger of electric
shock.
NOTE
All models of Dynamis/Sepctro have the same Charger assembly including
the mains filter on top of the Charger.
WARNING !
Each time after removal and before replacement of Charger assembly with
mains filter mounted on it the insulation resistance shall be measured
accordnig to instructions in this Service manual. Measured insulation
resistance should be more than 2 Mohm.
Turn off the main circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the mains.
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Locate the handle for pulling out the cooling system (on rear bottom of the laser
console).
Before removal of the cooling system the cooling liquid should be removed from
the cooling system.
Locate the discharge valve (on the bottom of the Cooling system) on the end of
PVC tubing. Place the outlet of the discharge valve into an empty vessel
having volume of at least 3 liters.
Open the water tank cover.
Allow sufficient time for the cooling liquid to slowly flow out from the release
valve.
Then perform the removal and replacement of the faulty component of the cooling
system (DI cartridge, flow meter, temperature switch, water tank or 24VDC pump).
NOTE
The cooling system cannot be pulled out completely until the pull-out
limitation is released.
This can be done after opening the lower compartment front door and
removing the inlet filter cartridge and locating the pull-out limitation.
NOTE
Handle carefully the flow meter connector (detachment and attachment)
since excessive force during attachment or detachment may damage the
component.
6.5.2. Preparing the laser systems for transportation under freezing conditions
The procedure assumes that laser system was in operation and filled with cooling
water.
Open the cooling system compartment on the lower back of the system.
Prepare approximately 2l empty container.
Locate the drain tube and open it. It is expected that small quantity of water will
come out.
The same procedure holds also for Spectro systems which have lower laser
system housing.
The de-ionizing cartridge has to be removed only if the color of the de-ionizing
resin has changed to a gray one.
Turn off the main circuit breaker.
Slide out the cooling system in order to have a free access to the de-ionizing
cartridge.
Before removing the de-ionizing cartridge remove the de-ionized water from
the water tank. Then remove the tubing from the de-ionizing cartridge (replace
the tubing if necessary).
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
electrical utilities.
NOTE
The De-ionizing cartridge in Dynamis/Spectro laser systems is supplied
with quick connectors.
Please note that the Spectro Line laser systems (smaller systems with current
rating of 12A) have an additional heat exchanger in the upper housing of the laser
system.
The Dynamis Line laser systems (higher systems with cutrent rating of 19A) have
all six heat exchangers in the lower housing of the laser system.
Turn on the system and locate the faulty fan.
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Then turn-off the main circuit breaker
Then turn-off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
electrical utilities
If the faulty fan is on hieat exchangers on lower housing then proceede as follows:
Slide outward the cooling system in the lower part of the system console to
have an access to the heat exchangers. There are six cooling fans mounted on
the heat exchanger of Dynamis laser systems and four fans in Spectro
systems.
Detach the 24 Vdc connectors on the faulty fan.
Remove the fixing screws of the faulty fan on the rear cover and then remove
the fans.
During the replacement of new fan please notice the direction of air flow
indicated on the fans.
Fix the new fan in such a direction that the air is blown out of the instrument
(toward the heat exchanger) – observe the fan – the air flow direction is clearly
shown on it.
CAUTION
Please notice the polarity of the fan electrical connection on the fan body. If
improperly connected, the fans will not rotate because they are diode
protected. Match the polarity with the polarity on wires to their respective
connectors on the fan.
WARNING
Access to line voltage is possible on this board.
Before replacement turn-off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the
power cord from the electrical utilities.
WARNING
Before removing it please note the position of all wires on terminal blocks
as well as the position of connectors. Use the drawing of the "Relay board
layout" in this manual. All the wires to the terminal blocks and connectors
must be placed exactly in their respective position. Serious damage to the
system can occur if the wires and connectors are improperly connected to
the Relay board.
After removal of the wires from the terminal blocks and connectors remove the four
screws and take out the Relay board.
Reassemble in reverse order.
WARNING
Access to LINE voltage is possible on this board.
Before replacement turn-off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the
power cord from the electrical utilities.
Complete Controller
assembly metal
sheet holder
Figure 16: Location of Auxiliary power supply, RELAY TS 1 board and Controller assembly
WARNING
Access to line voltage is possible on this board.
Before replacement turn-off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the
power cord from the electrical utilities.
WARNING
Both resistors must be conected to the Auxiliary power supply output with
provided connector. If not conected the Auxiliary power supply will not start
and the system will have no 24VDC, 12VDC and 5VDC power. Never remove
the resistors from the metal sheet holder since it serves as a heat sink for
both resistors. During normal operatioin the resitors ar hot.
To get access to the Auxiliary power supply assembly the complete Controller
assembly must be removed firts. Please refer to section Removal/Replacement of
Conmtroller assemby in this manual.
The Auxiliary power supply is a medical grade 24Vdc, 12VdcC and 5Vdc global
switcher. It is fixed to the metal sheet holder with four screws. The complete
Assemby together with metal sheet holder must be removed from the system in
order to replace the Auxiliary power supply.
Remove all the wires and connectors from the power supply and REALY TS 1
board terminal blocks.
Remember the position of each wire and connector. Refer to wiring diagram of
the instrument in this manual.
WARNING
If the wires and connectors on the replaced Auxiliary power supply are not
correctly attached and fixed to respective terminal blocks serious damage
to the system may happen. In replacing the auxiliary power supply refer to
the wiring diagram of the whole instrument provided in this manual.
Remove the four screws which are fixing the metal sheet holder of the
complete assembly to the instrument chassis.
Remove the complete Auxiliary power supply assembly from the instrument.
Then from the rear side release the four screws (designated as position 7 on
drawing "Auxiliary power supply assembly”), which are fixing the Auxiliary
power supply to the metal sheet holder.
Replace it with a new one and reassemble in reverse order.
CAUTION
The Controller board is a highly sophisticated digital electronic assembly
sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Use antistatic tools and methods for handling the Controller board! Always
connect yourself to system housing (touch) before handling with sensitive
electronics. Failure to follow this instruction will damage the electronic
circuitry and may cause serious damage to the Controller board as well as
to the system.
Certain malfunctions as a consequence of improper handling are not
necessary to appear immediately after replacement of this sensitive part but
can appear later.
Before removal of the complete Controller assembly detach all optical links and
connectors from the Controller.
Remove the four fixing screws with which metal sheet holder of Controller is
fixed to instrument chassis.
Gently remove the complete Cotroller assembly
In case that a completely new Controller assembly is to replaced replace it with
new one.
Reassemble in reverse order
Convince yourself that all the optical links and connectors are properly
attached in their receptacles
Factory shipped replacement parts are pre-configured with default parameters
and most recent version of program firmware. For details contact Fotona
service staff.
To replace the complete SYS Controller (I/O Dynamis TS boarad and SYS
Controller computer - PC WAFER):
Turn off the main switch and remove the power cord from the mains receptacle
Detach all connectors and optical links from the SYS Controller.
Remove the 4 screws that fixes the SYS Controller assembly to the metal
sheet holder of Controller assembly
Remove the SYS Controller assembly
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Replace the SYS Controller assembly with a new one
Reassemble in reverse order.
Convince yourself that all the optical links and connectors are properly
attached in their receptacles
The SYS Controller assembly as a spare part comes completely configured and
ready for use.
The SYS Controller computer (PC WAFER) is fixed to the I/O Dynamis TS board
with four screws.
Turn off the main switch and remove the power cord from the mains receptacle
Detach all connectors from the computer
Remove the four fixing screws
Detach the flat cable connector from the computer
Replace the computer with the new one
Reassemble in reverse order.
The computer in SYS Controller as a spare part comes completely configured and
ready for use.
NOTE
The SYS Controller computer is the same as GUI Controller computer. The
difference is that it has a separate Flashcard which contains the SYS SW.
The GUI Controller computer is the same as the SYS Controller computer but has
its separate Flashcard that contains the GUI SW.
The GUI Controller computer is fixed to a metal hoolder with a hinge with two
screws. The third screw fixes the computer board to the metal sheet holder of the
complete Controller assemby.
Turn off the main switch and remove the power cord from the mains receptacle
Detach all connectors from the GUI Controller computer and th grounding wire.
Remove the screw that fixes the computer bord to the metal sheet holder
Remove two screws which fix the board to the holder on hinge.
Replace the computer with the new one
Reassemble in reverse order.
IMPORTANT NOTE
In case of the replacement of GUI Controller Computer the SW option
installation should be performed for which a SW Option Code should be
acquired from Fotona Service staff. Without the SW Option Code the system
cannot be started.
The computer battery is used for storing the CMOS setup of the built in computer.
In case the battery has to be replaced use the following type of battery:
Type CR2032 (or equivalent), Lithium, 3V (manufacturer: Panasonic,
Rayovac, Varta, etc.)
Turn off the main switch.
Remove the side covers on the computer compartment side
Locate the battery on the computer board
Remove the battery and replace it with a new one.
CAUTION
The + side of the battery should face outward
After the replacement of the battery the CMOS setup should be performed (BIOS
SETTING).
CAUTION
In case of battery removal/replacement in SYS PC the date and time settings
has to be set ( BIOS SETTING) otherwise the time stamp in Error history log
will be incorrect.
NOTE
For additional information how to perform the BIOS settings please contact
Fotona field service staff.
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
electrical utilities.
WARNING
Wait at least 5 minutes for the capacitor bank to completely discharge.
The Simmer trigger board is located on top of the Er:YAG or Nd:YAG or both
laser-pumping chambers. Two screws on spacers fix the simmer trigger board to
the Er:YAG laser pumping chamber (or holder) and one to the Nd:YAG (or
holder).
Before removing the Simmer trigger board remove the Er:YAG and Nd:YAG
flashlamp terminals from their terminal blocks on the simmer trigger board
(terminals A1, K1, A2 and K2).
Also remove the HV cables from the FPM41 assembly that are fixed to the
simmer trigger board terminal blocks.
Release the simmer trigger board fixing screws.
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There are two trigger transformers (T1 and T2) on the simmer board for Model
M021-4AF/3 and one trigger transformer only (T2) in model M002-2A or (T1) in
model M001-12F. The T1 trigger transformer high voltage terminal is
connected to the Nd:YAG laser pumping chamber metal housing while the T2
trigger transformer high voltage terminal is connected to the Er:YAG laser
pumping chamber metal housing. Release the screws that are fixing the T1 or
T2 or both trigger transformer high voltage terminals to respective laser
pumping chamber.
Remove the Simmer board
Replace it with a new one.
Reassemble in reverse order.
NOTE
Three variants of simmer trigger boars are used:
• Simmer Trigger 5 - assy. Code 97618 - used in Models M021-4AF/3
• Simmer Trigger 5/2 - assy. Code 97620 - used in Models M001-12F
• Simmer Trigger 5/1 - assy. Code 97619 - used in Model M002-2A
Use proper simmer trigger board that corresponds to laser system model.
Resonator mirrors are expensive and sensitive optical components. Handle them
with care.
CAUTION
Check the new mirror if it is clean before reassembling. If necessary clean it
with fine cotton pads immersed in pure acetone.
Place the mirror reflective side to face the removed mirror cap.
CAUTION
After each replacement of laser mirror, after transportation, longer store
(more than 3week) the laser should be checked for alignment. After
alignment a short warming up/conditioning of the laser mirror is necessary.
The warming up/conditioning of the mirror should be performed at
parameters SP, 200 mJ, 5Hz for 2 minutes. Please refer to Section Laser
alignment of this manual.
CAUTION
Check the new mirror if it is clean before reassembling. If necessary clean it
with fine cotton pads immersed in pure acetone.
Place the mirror in its cap with the reflective side to face the cap.
NOTE
The arrow on the side of mirrors is showing toward reflective surface.
6.9.3. Er:YAG laser pumping chamber removal replacement (Valid for models
M021-4AF/3 and model M002-2A)
The pumping chamber comes together with the laser rod already factory installed.
The laser rod is an expensive part, which can be easily damaged if replaced in
field.
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
mains.
WARNING
Wait at least 5 minutes for the capacitor bank to completely discharge.
NOTE
For testing the laser performance at elevated parameters a set of built in
parameters in GUI for certain applications can be loaded in GUI. This
parameters will be loaded as Alternative settings to Fotona settings for
each application. Testing at elevated parameters should be performed only
if Fotona field service staff will ask you to do so. Fotona field service staff
will also provide you the instructions how to load this parameters and how
to remove them after testing.
For replacement of the flash lamp the pumping chamber has to be removed from
the laser module.
Please follow the procedure bellow:
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
mains.
WARNING !
Wait at least 5 minutes for the capacitor bank to completely discharge.
Resonator mirrors are expensive and sensitive optical components. Handle them
with care.
CAUTION
Check the new mirror if it is clean before reassembling. If necessary clean it
with fine cotton pads immersed in pure acetone.
CAUTION
After each replacement of laser mirror the laser should be checked for
alignment. After alignment a short BURN IN of the laser mirror is necessary.
The BURN IN of the mirror should be performed at parameters 5ms, 250V
(approx. 5J), 3Hz for 2 to 5 minutes.
Use the Service Nd – Energymeter setup service program.
Please refer to Section Laser alignment of this manual.
CAUTION
Check the new mirror if it is clean before reassembling. If necessary clean it
with fine cotton pads immersed in pure acetone.
Place the mirror in its cap with the reflective side to face the cap.
Check the elastomer "O" ring in the adjusting mechanism if it is clean.
Then fix the mirror with its cap to the adjusting mechanism.
CAUTION
After each replacement of laser mirror the laser should be checked for
alignment. After alignment a short BURN IN of the laser mirror is necessary.
The BURN IN of the mirror should be performed at 5ms, 250V, 3Hz for 2
minutes.
Use Service Nd – Energymeter setup service program
Please refer to Section Laser alignment of this manual.
6.9.6. Nd:YAG laser pumping chamber removal replacement (Valid for models
M021-4AF/3 and models M001-12F)
The pumping chamber comes together with the laser rod already factory installed.
The laser rod is an expensive part which can be easily damaged if replaced in field.
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
mains.
NOTE
Usually the replacement of the pumping chamber does not influence the
alignment of the laser. Nevertheless, check if the laser alignment is OK. If
necessary perform the laser alignment procedure as described in this
manual.
NOTE
For testing the laser performance at elevated parameters a set of built in
parameters in GUI for certain applications can be loaded in GUI. This
parameters will be loaded as Alternative settings to Fotona settings for
each application. Testing at elevated parameters should be performed only
if Fotona field service staff will ask you to do so. Fotona field service staff
will also provide you the instructions how to load this parameters and how
to remove them after testing.
6.9.7. Nd:YAG laser flash lamp removal/replacement (Valid for models M021-4AF/3
and models M001-12F)
For replacement of the flash lamp the pumping chamber has to be removed from
the laser module. During this procedure the Simmer trigger board does not need to
be removed. Please follow the procedure bellow (refer to drawing Flash lamp
replacement):
Turn off the instrument circuit breaker and detach the power cord from the
mains.
WARNING
Wait at least 5 minutes for the capacitor bank to completely discharge.
CAUTION
The 24VDC connector must be placed in proper position. If reversed,
serious damage to the instrument can be caused.
Then:
Remove the four screws that are fixing the energy meter board to the
respective spacers.
Remove the complete energy meter.
Replace it with a new one.
Reassemble it in reverse order.
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WARNING
After the energy meter replacement a calibration procedure for the energy
meter MUST be performed for both lasers. Please follow the instructions for
energy meter calibration that are given in this manual.
NOTE
There are three variants of Energymeters one for each model of Fotona
Dynamis Line of lasers:
Energymeter 6 assy Code 84848 – for Models M021-4AF/3 (it has two
pyroeletric detectors and 4 InGaAs detectors)
Energymeter 6/1 assy Code 85901 – for Model M002-2A (it has only
pyrolectric detectors for Er:YAG laser)
Energymeter 6/2 assy Code 85905 – for Models M001-12F (it has only 4
InGaAs detectors for Nd:YAG laser)
Use proper energymeter for corresponding Model do laser system!
CAUTION
The 24VDC connector must be placed in proper position. If reversed or
misplaced, serious damage to the instrument can be caused.
NOTE
There are three variants of head control and safety shutters assembly:
Head CTRL4 and safety shutter assembly for models M021-4AF/3 s – Code:
80670
Head CTRL4 and safety shutter assembly for models M001-12F – Code:
85906
Head CTRL4 and safety shutter assembly for model M002-2A Dynamis –
Code: 85902
Use proper Head CTRL4 and shutter assembly for corresponding model of
Dynamis laser system!
To remove the LCD Color Touchscreen it is necessary first to remove the front
panel as described above.
Then:
Rotate the LCD screen upward to gain access to three alan screws that fix the
LCD screen to the front panel.
With suitable alan key release the three screws
Gently remove the LCD touchscreen assembly from the front panel together
with cables.
Replace it with a new Display assembly.
In Welcome screen touch and hold the keyboard button (shown in fugure bellow)
for at least 3 seconds:
Keyboard
button
Turn keyswitch ON
NOTE
Please note that SW versions that will be always displayed are those for
Windows, GUI SW, SYS SW, S22 Scanner Adapter SW and MatgrixView dll
The SW versions for S22 (S-Runner), F22 (F-Runner) and S11 Scanner as
well as MatrixView Sensor will be displayed ONLY if they are attached to the
laser system.
For exiting the “Enter Configuration Code” screen touch the BACK button to return
to Welcome screen.
For exiting the “Enter Configuration Code” screen touch the BACK button to return
to Welcome screen.
NOTE for use of G-Runner Er:YAG Gynecological scanner
Please note that the Fotona Model G22 (G-Runner) Er:YAG Gynecological
Scanner is not communicating with GUI or PC Controller and its SW version is
therefore not displayed on the GUI.
Settings
button
BACK button
returns to
previous screen
NOTE
If Er:YAG Service or Nd:YAG Service was once accessed with Service code
both Service screens can be entered without a need of Service Code until
the system is not turned off with Main switch.
Once the Service code is entered, Add/remove handpiece menu can only be
used to access Transmission menu (until the system is not turned off with
Main switch).
The Group config utility is used for customizing the appearence of Treatment
Groups and handpieces on screen for installed SW Option by adding/removing
treatment groups and handpieces that where where installed with SW Option.
Each model of Dynamis and Spectro laser systems has several SW Options.
Software options for each model differ in number of Treatment groups and
accessories (handpieces, scanners, etc...) that support the applications in
treatment groups.
Each SW option has pre-set Treatment groups and a pre-set number of
handpieces for each laser.
During factory installation of SW option, the maximal number of Treatment groups
and accessories (handpieces, scanners and fibers) are for the particular SW option
installed in the laser system.
With the Group config utility in Settings menu the number of Treatment groups
and handpieces may be reduced if needed.
When the Custom Groups Code is acquired for the particular laser system:
Enter the Settings menu as already described above
Touch the Group config button
Enter the acquired Custom Groups Code and confirm it
The following Customize groups nad handpieces menu will be displayed:
Then touch the group buttons you wish to install. Upon touch the button will
become green highlighted
NOTE
The order of treatment groups in HOME (Select Treatment Group) menu will
be the same as the order in which you make the selection.
After selection touch the confirmation button. The system will return to the
select group config menu. The selected tretment gorups will be displayed in
HOME menu when accessing it.
In the same manner the Nd:YAG laser tretment gorups can be added or removed
For selecting the handpieces that will be available for each laser:
Touch the Er:YAG (or Nd:YAG) Handpiece button
This will open the Add/remove handpiece menu:
Confirmation
button
Next page
button
Then touch the handpiece buttons you wish to install. Upon touch the button
will become green highlighted. Unselected handpiece buttons will remain on
gray background.
NOTE
The order of appearance of handpieces in Applications library of each
treatment group will be such as the order in which you make the selection.
After completeing the selection, touch the confirmation button. The system will
return to the Customize groups and handpieces menu. The handpieces
selected will be enabled and will be available for the user.
NOTE
Please note that the number of displayed handpieces in GUI may be
reduced by the user himself in Settings menu with selection of Er:YAG
Handpiece or Nd:YAG Handpiece buttons. By using those buttons the
Add/remove handpiece menu will open displaying the handpieces that were
enabled with Customize groups and handpieces menu only. The procedure
for removal of handpieces is the same as already described above. They
may be added any time latter.
NOTE
This feature was added for those users that do not want to deal with too
many handpieces in various treatments, especially if they do not have them.
Enter the Service code with the on-screen keyboard and confirm it with
confirmation button.
The Service menu screen will open for selected laser:
NOTE
For re-entering any of Service menus the Service code will not be needed
until the system is not turned OFF with the main switch.
7.3.2. Nd:YAG laser and Nd:YAG energymeters checking with service software
Enter the Service Nd with service code and select Energymeter Setup. The
following screen will be displayed:
In this service screen the Nd:YAG laser can be run at selected fixed voltage of
capacitor bank (laser pulse energy regulation is not active) at selected pulsewidth
and frequency. The BACK button is used to return to previous screen.
This service screen can be used for:
Nd:YAG laser alignement, and
for both energymeters (Monitor an Feedback for HI and LO channels)
calibration to external reference by adjusting the corresponding potentiometers
on energymeter assembly.
NOTE
When using this service screen the laser system does not detect the fiber
beam delivery attachment to the fiber coupler assembly, therefore operation
without attached beam delivery is possible.
After entering the READY state in this screen by touching the STBY/READY button
and pressing the footswitch, the measured energies of Monitor energymeter and
Feedback energymeter for each laser pulse will be displayed in Joules in
corresponding windows shown on figure above.
The external calibrated reference energymeter to measure the Nd:YAG beam
should be placed at fiber coupler assembly output (i.e. without fiber attached).
There are two feedback and two monitor energymeters for Nd:YAG laser.
FNdLO and MNdLO energymeters are measuring and displaying low energies
from 0.3 J up to 5 J regardless of pulse width.
FNdHI and MndHI energymeters are measuring and displaying high energies
from 5J up to 50J regardless of pulse width.
The location of potentiometers on the energymeter assembly for adjustment of gain
of each energymeter channle is shown on Figure xxx bellow:
This service screen is used for running the Nd:YAG laser in energy regulation
regime at selected fluence, pulsewidth, frequency and spot size. After entering the
READY state by touching the STBY/READY button and pressing the footswitch the
screen will display the operating voltage on capacitor bank and feedback energy
for each laser pulse. The U1, E1 and U2, E2 Laser I/O characteristics parameters
(already explained elswhere in this service manual) are displayed for the selected
pulsewidth. The U1, E1, U2 and E2 parameters can be changed (edited) and
saved by pressing the confirmation button.
This service screen is used for optimizing the response of the laser system. The
optimization procedure will be described later in this manual.
WARNING
During the service procedure the laser beam exiting the fiber should be
aimed in absorber that can disipate the energy (max 50J) and full power
(max 80W).
The external calibrated reference energymeter to measure the Er:YAG beam for
calibration of energymeters should be placed at articulated arm input (i.e. to
measure energy without articulated arm).
There are two feedback and two monitor energymeters for Er:YAG laser also:
FErLO and MErLO energymeters are measuring and displaying low energies
from 20mJ up to 450 mJ regardless of pulse width.
FErHI and MerHI energymeters are measuring and displaying high energies
from 300mJ up to 4500mJ regardless of pulse width.
The location of potentiometers on the Energymeter assembly for adjustment of
gain of each energymeter channel is shown on Figure 29 above.
Calibration of Er:YAG Feedback and Monitor energy meters can be performed if
and only if external calibrated reference energymeter for Er:YAG is available!
WARNING
During the service procedure the Er:YAG laser beam exiting the handpiece
should be aimed in absorber that can dissipate the energy (max 3J) and full
power (max 20W).
After completing the service procedure touch the BACK button so many times to
return to the Treatment groups selectetion menu.
NOTE
The procedure can be only done by using bootable USB flash drive.
Required files and freeware programs can be provided by Fotona service.
The USB flash drive is ready for PC WAFER Dynamis/SPectro firmware update. It
can be also used as container for other Dynamis/Spectro firmware’s. Their
replacements are described in corresponding sections of this manual.
Find service panel with USB connector on the back side of the system.
Connect bootable USB key with proper operating system (OS) on the back
side.
Start the system with the mains switch.
Enter the menu and start OS Setup option.
Touch and hold the keyboard button in the Welcome screen for at least 3
seconds.
Keyboard
button
Keyboard for
entering the
code
Prerequisite:
USB key with GUI software: Go to the Fotona service ftp (ftp://foton.fotona.si) and
use service login data to log on. Go to the folder “Fidelis/Dynamis_Spectro TS”.
Copy the folder “Fsetup” with all subfolders and files to the root location of USB
key. After this step, the USB key should look like this:
Enter “GUICONFIG” code in the “Enter configuration code” screen and confirm
with the “Conformation button”. The “GUI SW utility” screen will open.
Press the “Bootloader” button and the following screen will open:
Press “Restart” button and wait till LCD screen becomes black. Pull out the
USB key from USB service port and wait to system restarts.
After the system reboots and “Welcome screen” is displayed, you should enter
SW Option code, written on the first page of the installation report. This step
activates new functionalities, if they were introduced in new version of the GUI.
Below are instructions on how to enter SW Option code.
In the Welcome screen touch and hold the keyboard icon (button) for at least 3
seconds.
Type in the SW Option Code (two strings with 8 characters separated with a
blank).
Touch the confirmation button.• The succefull installation of new SW option will
be reported by: Done_
NOTE
When configuration is done, by default all PS03 handpieces (if enabled by
configuration) are disabled in User Add/remove handpiece menu!
When using the GUI SW utility a USB memory stick should be attached to the USB
service port of the laser system.
The location of the USB service port is on the rear side of the system. To access it:
Remove the metal sheet cover above the footswitch and doorswitch connector
with a suitable tool to access the USB socket.
USB service
port
Is used for factory set system logotype setting. If selected and confirmed with
Rename button the Welcome string displayed will change to the selected system
logotype.
A utility that is intended for controling the activity time of the complet device.
WARNING
NEVER USE THIS BUTTON UNLESS INSTRUCTED BY FOTONA SERVICE
STAFF.
IF USED THE SYSTEM MAY BECOMA INOPERABLE AFTER SOME TIME
AND NEW INSTALLATION OF SW OPTION WILL BE NEEDED.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE THIS BUTTON UNLESS INSTRUCTED BY FOTONA SERVICE
STAFF.
Bootloader screen
In this screen:
Keep user settings
Select this option if you want to keep user's settings and user's applications
(treatments).
Update
Select to activate the GUI SW updating.
Backup and update
7.5.11. Files selection checkboxes and buttons in GUI SW utility screen config
Keeps information on configured SW option for particular laser system. If deleted
the system cannot operate until the SW Option is configured.
h_transm
Keeps the transmissions of all handpieces. If deleted a default value will be used.
laser_io
Keeps all the laser I/O parameters. If deleted default values will be used and the
optimization of system response for each operation mode (for Er:YAG laser) and
each laser puslewidth (for Nd:YAG laser) should be performed according to
instructions elswhere in this Service manual.
NOTE
If this file was exported on USB memory stick before it was deleted it can be
imported and the system will resume normal optimized response.
srvcval
Keeps the values of parameters last used in service programs (like Energymeter
setup, Laser I/O, Fibre adj). If deleted default values wil be used with no
consequences on proper system operation.
my_f
Keeps all settings for all alternative Fotona settings for all groups and applications.
If deleted all Alternative settings for Fotona treatments will be the same as original
Fotona settings.
my_p
Keeps all settings of applications in all personal libraries for all groups. If deleted
they will be lost unless if they were exported to USB memory stick.
user
Keeps all other user settings (language, selection of visible handpieces in different
tretments, etc...)
All button
CAUTION
This button should be used only if you will be asked to use it by Fotona
Service staff.
CAUTION
This button should be used only if you will be asked to use it by Fotona
Service staff-
CAUTION
This button should be used only if you will be asked to use it by Fotona
Service staff.
Delete button
With this button the selected files will be deleted.
WARNING
Do not use this button unless instructed by Fotona Service staff. Deleting
the config file will make the system inoperable and a SW Option installation
will be needed.
In the Welcome screen touch and hold the keyboard icon (button) for at least 3
seconds.
The “Enter configuration code” screen will be displayed
Touch and hold the keybord icon (button) for at least 3 seconds.
In the following screen:
7.8.1. For Nd:YAG laser (valid for models M021-4AF/3 and models M001-12F)
7.8.1.1. Laser I/O parameters setting for FRAC3, VERSA and QCW operation mode
Determine the Pulse width and spot size which needed a lot of calibration
shots (Operation mode is not important) at low fluences
In settings menu select Nd:YAG Service and then Laser I/O
Select the puslewidth and spot size for which the laser needed too long time
for calibration
Set the Frequency to 1Hz.
Set the Fluence level to lowest selectable.
Go in calibration (READY state)
Then press the footswitch and make 10 to 20 shots. The operating voltage and
measured energy will be displayed on the screen (see Figure for Er:YAG Laser
I/O setup screen above)
Set the U1 voltage to the operating voltage value
Set the E1 energy to the measured and displayed value
Touch the confirmation button – this will save the new U1 and E1
parameters.
Go in READY state and observe the number of calibration shots. This will be
now reduced to several shots only.
If the system slowly calibrates at highest fluences for certain pulse width, then
repeat the same procedure as already described above except that the highest
WARNING
Do not edit any system parameters until you completely understand the
meaning of each parameter, which can be edited. Serious damage to the
system may ensue.
Parameters editing should be used only if fotona service department
request the change of certain parameters.
7.8.1.3. Nd:YAG handpiece transmission change (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F)
(In reality this will be rarely necessary)
Determine the handpiece for which the transmission has to be changed
In Settings menu select Nd:YAG Service and type in the Service Code
Touch the back button
In Settings menu select Nd:YAG Handpieces.
The Add/remove handpieces menu opens:
7.8.2. For Er:YAG laser (Valid for Models M021-4AF/3 Dynamis and M002-2A
Dynamis)
NOTE
The FOTONA SMOOTH operation mode is operating with a train of LP
Operation mode pulses. In case of too long calibration in FOTONA SMOOTH
operation mode the same procedure described above should be used but
with operation mode set to LP in Laser I/O Settings screen. Or in other
words: if the calibration is optimized for LP Operation mode than it will be
also optimized for FOTONA SMOOTH operation mode.
7.8.2.2. Er:YAG handpiece transmission change (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A)
(In reality this will be rarely necessary.)
Determine the handpiece for which the transmission has to be changed
In Settings menu select Er:YAG Handpieces
The Er:YAG handpiece menu opens
NOTE
For GUI SW versions 27 and higher for Models M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A if
SW options installed in laser system contains a G-Runner Gynecology
treatment group for Er:YAG laser, additional “handpieces” (actually
adapters) that can be attached to Model G22 (G-Runner) Scanner, will
appear in handpiece screen. The additional “handpieces” are: Top Pixel,
Direct Pixel, Top Full, Continual Full and Circular Full. Each adapter is
having its transmission in order to compensate for losses in transmitted
Er:YAG laser pulse energy to treatment site.
When SW configuration is completed and also after each upgrade of GUI SW the
display of info ready screen is enabled and show-up each time when entering the
ready state.
Equipment leakage current flowing from the mains part through or across
the insulation into the protective earth conductor.
Allowable limits according to IEC62353 2nd edition, Table E.2 for equipment
leakage current is 5mA in normal condition and 10mA in single fault condition.
Touch leakage current flowing from the enclosure or from parts thereof, excluding
patient connections, accessible to any operator or patient in normal use, through
an external path other than the protective earth conductor, to earth or to another
part of the enclosure.
WARNING:
This insulation resistance measurement will measure the insulation
resistance of complete device but without the Charger assembly (together
with mains filter mounted on the Charger).
Measurement of Charger assemlby insulatuon resitance should be
performed on Charger assembly separately each time affter removal and
before it is being replaced. The measuring circuit for insulation resitance
measurements is the same as for the the medical equipment.
9.1. Alignment procedure for the Nd:YAG fiber coupler (Valid for
models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F )
The following procedure assumes that the Nd:YAG laser is in alignment
The fiber coupler assembly needs realignment:
If the fiber optic beam delivery SMA connector fiber end-face is getting
damaged in normal use,
After each realignment of the laser resonator (first check the alignment and
then perform the alignment procedure if it is necessary).
An old already used or damaged fiber or fiber beam delivery with SMA 905
connector or a MOCK fiber can be used for performing or checking the alignment.
Additionally a water resistant marker ink (green), a magnifier or hand held
microscope, as well as a suitable Allan key (hexagonal) is used as tools for
alignment.
The specified performance of the Fotona Nd:YAG laser on Models M021-4AF/3
and M001-12F can be achieved only if the Nd:YAG beam is perfectly aligned with
the fiber coupler assembly on the center of the fiber beam delivery end-face. The
alignment is performed by adjusting the fiber coupler lens in X and Y direction. For
this purposes two adjustment screws are available on the fiber coupler assembly.
The adjusting screws are accessible from the front panel after removal of the black
rubber feed-through.
Turn on the system and enter the Settings – Service Nd – Fiber couple adjustment
service screen (See section 4.3.4.)
Select 250V
Insert and fix an already used or damaged or MOCK fiber with SMA905
connector, which is painted with green water resistant marker, into the systems
fiber receptacle.
Go in READY state
Make a single shot
Remove the fiber and with a microscope or magnifier convince yourself that the
spot of the laser beam on the green waterproof ink is visible. If it is not increase
the voltage for 10 to 20 V and repeat the procedure.
CAUTION
Do not use excessive energies for aligning the fiber coupling assembly!
Higher energies per pulse will damage the connector used for alignment
and in the same time may damage the coupling lens (deposit melted metal
on lens surfaces).
Now mark the fiber jacket with a water resistant marker for remembering the
relative position of the fiber to the fiber coupler (since after taking it out and
replacing it back you can rotate the fiber).
Make several shots by pressing the footswitch for a very short time.
Remove the connector and observe under a magnifier or microscope where
the laser beam hit the connector end-face (removed the green water resistant
ink). For perfect alignment the beam should be exactly in the center of the fiber
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or within a circle of 2/3 of the fiber diameter. If the beam has missed the center
and is out of the so defined circle, or if the laser shot footprint is on the metal
part of the connector end-face, adjustment of the fiber coupling lens is
necessary.
For this purposes use the reference mark on the fiber connector. Before
proceeding with the alignment the black rubber fiber coupling feed-through should
be removed from the front panel.
Insert the prepared fiber for adjustment as described in section 9.1.1.
After making the first trial shots determine in which direction the alignment
should be done.
The rule for alignment is that you should have to move the lens toward the
footprint of the laser beam on the connector metal end-face if the beam is off-
centered.
The location of adjusting screws is shown on the picture bellow looking from the
front side:
Turn the appropriate adjusting screw on the fiber coupling assembly and make
trial shots. Make corrections until prefect alignment is achieved. If necessary
re-paint the fiber used for adjustment with the green waterproof marker.
When you finish the adjustment attach a new fiber beam delivery to the fiber
coupler assembly and make trial shots.
CAUTION
Before inserting the new fiber beam delivery inspect and convince yourself
that the new fiber connector end-face is clean. If it is not then clean it with
cotton pad immersed in pure alcohol!
Go in Expert Er Treatment Group and chose any full beam straight handpiece, SP
operatioin mode, and pulse energy of approx. 100 mJ and a frequency of 2Hz.
Go in READY – this will allow the red aiming beam to emerge from the arm or arm
holder.
The specified performance of the articulated arm can only be achieved if the
Er:YAG laser beam is launched into the arm correctly. The optical performance of
the arm is referenced to its mounting flange (label “FRONT”), which has been
specially prepared to simplify and guarantee the alignment.
The laser beam launched must be correct in NEAR and FAR field. In practice, only
the near field must be set accurately initially, with the arm itself used subsequently
confirm the far field alignment of the beam launch. It is important that no
assumptions are made about the near field position of the laser beam. The beam
MUST enter the arm on the geometric axis of the base mounting flange. This can
be accomplished by placing a metal cross on the arm holder exit, accurately
machined to be a close fit on the arm flange.
The Er:YAG laser optical path incorporates two steering mirrors upstream of the
arm mounting socket to allow separate and independent adjustment of the near
and far fields. The visible aiming laser beam must be co-axial with the Er:YAG
laser beam at its entry to the arm.
Check the diode laser beam alignment and correct the alignment if it is not
aligned to the Er:YAG laser beam.
Remove the articulated arm from the system.
Insert the articulated arm input cross (code 62490 or 70248) into the articulated
arm input flange.
Mount the arm back to the support base.
Place an articulated arm output cross (code 55895) to the arm exit.
Observe the position of red aiming diode laser beam according to both
alignment crosses. The input cross will be seen as many diffraction lines and
the actual position of the cross is seen as the darkest crossed lines.
Rotate the output alignment cross to get better observation.
Align the lower steering mirror inside the articulated arm support to center the
red aiming beam through the input cross.
Align the upper steering mirror inside the articulated arm support (three holes)
to center the red aiming beam through the output cross. Neglect the position of
the red aiming beam according to the input cross.
Repeat the alignment of the lower steering mirror followed by alignment of the
upper steering mirror till the red aiming beam is centered through both crosses.
Rotate the output cross to check if the crosses are overlapped and if the red
aiming beam is centered to overlapped crosses.
This procedure assumes that the Er:YAG laser is aligned. Check the Er:YAG laser
alignment and optimize it if it is necessary.
Turn off the laser system.
Remove the articulated arm from the system.
Remove the metal cone around the arm support and place the plastic cover
protection to the top of the support for lens protection. The cover is delivered
with the system. It is placed on the cone. It fits the arm support if is turned
around.
Remove the upper and both side covers.
Remove the front panel. Leave it functionally connected.
Remove the EMI protection in front of the articulated support.
Remove the laser head protective earth (PE) connection from the housing.
Set the system app. 3m from some vertical surface (wall) or use the bending
tool ID70440 and activate the wheel brakes. The system should not move
during the procedure.
Start the system, enter the Er:YAG Service/Energymeter setup screen, enter
READY at any settings. The diode laser should come out from the system.
Fix a thermal (fax, printer) paper on a distant place (wall). The aiming laser
beam will indicate the approximate place.
Select SP and voltage that corresponds to 1J output energy. Fire the laser to
the thermal paper. Keep firing till some obvious mark is made on the paper on
the wall. This is now the reference and must not be moved. If it is moved a new
mark must be made.
Reduce the voltage to get app. 100mJ to 150mJ.
Displace the energy meter to reach the aiming laser upper adjusting screws
(allan wrench 2.5). The energy meter must remain functional and the flash
lamp pulse sensor must not be interrupted.
Place a stand with thermal paper close from the arm support exit hole
approximately 10cm away from exit. The stand can be improvised with some
box, laser cover or anything else. The stand must stay still.
Fire the Er:YAG laser to the thermal paper on the stand. The beam will make a
mark.
Adjust the near field aiming laser screws. The aiming laser beam should
overlap with Er:YAG laser beam.
Remove the stand and observe the position of the aiming beam against the
Er:YAG laser mark on the wall. If it is above the reference mark then the far
field aiming laser must be moved laser mark on the wall paper.
Repeat the procedure of firing the Er:YAG laser to the stand and correcting the
near field aiming laser alignment according to the mark on the stand.
Repeat the far field aiming laser alignment according to the reference mark on
the wall.
Repeat both aligning procedures as many times is necessary to perfectly
overlap the aiming laser beam with the mark on the stand and the reference
mark on the wall at the same time. In such condition the aiming laser beam is
aligned to the Er:YAG laser beam.
Assemble the system.
9.4. Aiming (Pilot) laser alignment procedure for Nd:YAG laser (Valid
for models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F)
This procedure assumes that the fiber coupling assembly is properly aligned for the
Nd:YAG.
In case when the red aiming beam emerging form the hand piece is of annular ring
shape or irregular shape it is necessary to realign it.
Turn off the main circuit breaker
Remove the top and left side cover
Remove the laser head cover.
Turn on the system
After the self-test select the Nd:YAG laser and any parameters in any
application.
Select PILOT level 7
Touch the READY button - the system calibrates the laser, opens the shutter
allowing the read aiming beam from the diode laser to propagate through the
fiber optic beam delivery.
Observe if the aiming beam comes out from the fiber beam delivery.
If not then:
Locate the beam bender which bends the aiming beam to the Nd:YAG
beam combiner.
Aim a fiber beam delivery distal end on a white sheet of paper
With the adjusting screws on the beam bender adjust the red aiming beam
until you get at the distal end of the attached fiber beam delivery a nice red
circular spot.
This completes the diode laser alignment procedure.
9.5. Er:YAG laser alignment (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and M002-
2A)
NOTE
This alignment procedure is performed by the built in service utility for
Er:YAG laser in Settings/Er:YAG Service/Energymeter setup
WARNING
High voltage is present on the simmer trigger board during laser alignment
as well as on the PFM41 assembly as well as at the mains inlet!
Should the laser get misaligned (when the system cannot realize the requested
energy in normal operation or during calibration), or if the resonator mirrors has
been changed, or if the laser pumping chamber or flash lamp has been changed
the service firmware facilitates the alignment of Er:YAG laser.
CAUTION
During alignment a laser beam will emerge from the articulated arm exit!
Use the supplied tool (insulated Allan key for laser adjustment) and place it in
one of the rear mirror adjustment screws.
Press footswitch.
Observe the feedback energy reading on the display
If the readings are near 0 then increase the voltage setting until you get some
lasing.
By turning both adjusting screws of the rear mirror try to maximize the
feedback energy. In case that even with the highest allowed voltage setting no
feedback energy occurs then try at this voltage setting to adjust the rear mirror
until the laser starts to lase. When you get lasing, maximize the laser energy.
During this maximization if the measured feedback energy gets greater then
500 mJ decrease the voltage setting and press READY.
After the maximal energy has been reached also check if for this maximized
output energy the shape of the laser spot emerging from the articulated arm is
circular and centered on the articulated arm exit aperture for different positions
of the articulated arm. If necessary additionally realign the FAR field steering
mirror (the first steering mirror from the articulated arm upstream to the Er:YAG
laser) - refer to articulated arm alignment procedure.
This completes the laser alignment procedure.
Leave the service mode by turning off the main circuit breaker.
Turn the system on in and check the system in normal operation at different
parameters.
WARNING
Observe caution, high voltage or dangerous voltage is present on the
simmer trigger board during laser alignment as well as on the PFM41
assembly and at mains inlet!
CAUTION
During alignment a highly divergent laser beam will emerge from fiber
coupler assembly!
Use appropriate absorber for absorbing the beam.
The purpose of the calibration procedure is to check whether the output energy
corresponds to the energy set by the operator and displayed on the control panel
screen within an accuracy range of ± 20 percent.
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For Er:YAG laser in models M021-4AF/3 and model M002-2A there are two
energymeters - Monitor and Feedback. Each energymeter has two ranges LO and
HI that can be calibrated separately.
For Nd:YAG laser in models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F there are two pairs of
energymeters. One pair for Monitor the other for Feedback. Both the Feedback and
Monitor energymeters have a channel for LO and HI energies. Each channel can
be separately calibrated.
The Feedback energy meters are used to regulate the output energy with a digital
closed-loop feedback loop. The Monitor energy meters reading must match the
corresponding feedback energy meter reading. This forms a double safety
condition.
If the readings of corresponding Monitor and Feedback energy meters differ by
more then a prescribed value, the system will disable the respective laser, close
the safety shutters, block the entire system and display an energy meters
mismatch message.
The laser system uses laser beam delivery systems which inherently give rise to
certain losses in the transmitted laser beams.
To ensure the system displays the treatment energy accurately, these losses are
compensated by the system itself through transmission factors for each handpiece
and fiber.
Both lasers use their respective beam deliveries and hand pieces with certain
transmission losses. To assure that the system delivers accurate energies and
powers displayed on the control panel these losses are compensated by the
system itself (handpiece transmissions – already described in this manual
elswhere).
This procedure assumes that the laser is in alignment.
9.7.1. Er:YAG Feedback and Monitor energy meter calibration procedure (Valid for
models M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A)
NOTE
Before you attempt the Er:YAG energy meter calibration procedure it is
advisable to check if the Er:YAG beam is centered on the articulated arm
exit aperture. If it is then proceed with the calibration of energy meters. If it
is not, then first perform the alignment of the articulated arm as described
in the Service manual.
NOTE
Before starting the energy meter calibration procedure, check that the red
aiming beam emitted from the hand piece is a regular, circular shape.
If it is not, the fiber-optic delivery unit may be damaged at the proximal or
distal end, or the fiber coupling optics may be misaligned.
To check the alignment of the fiber coupling optics, please refer to the
Service Manual.
If the fiber coupling optics are aligned, but the emerging aiming beam is still
not a regular circular shape, then replace the complete fiber-optic delivery
unit.
Proceed with the calibration procedure described below once the shape of
the aiming beam is regular.
NOTE
Energy measurements for the Nd:YAG laser should be performed on a
single pulse, since there are currently no commercial energy meters on the
market that can measure high energies from pulse to pulse at higher
repetition rates.
For this reason, measure the energy for every fifth laser pulse. To perform
this correctly, with a suitable absorber, close the beam path to the energy
meter probe and open the path on every fifth pulse.
The Nd:YAG energy meter in the models M021-4AF/3 and M001-12F consists of
two pairs of laser beam energy sensors. In each pair, one sensor is used for
measuring LOW energies the other for measuring HIGH energies. For this reason
there are four trimpots for trimming the response of the energy sensor. Therefore
the feedback energy sensors are designated as FNdLO and FNdHI. The same
holds for the Monitor energy sensors – MNdLO and MNdHI.
LOW energies are energies up to 5J HIGH energies are energies higher than 5J.
The Nd:YAG laser energy meter calibration procedure is as follows:
Calibration of LOW Energy sensors
Switch off the system and disconnect it from the mains electrical supply.
Remove the laser system’s upper cover as well as the laser head cover to gain
access to the energy meter assembly.
Disconnect the fiber-optic beam delivery unit from the system.
Place the external energy meter approx. 15cm from the fiber coupling
assembly port (to get a red aiming beam of approx. 15mm diameter).
Switch the system on and enter the service firmware through Settings –
Service Nd – Energymeter setup .
Select a 2 ms pulsewidth and a repetition rate of 1 Hz.
Make trial shots and subsequently adjust the voltage to a reading of 2.5J on
the external energy meter.
Then locate the FNdLO (Feedback) energy meter for low energies and adjust
the Feedback energymeter reading to match the reading on the external
energy meter.
Repeat the same procedure with the MNdLO (Monitor) energy meter but now
with MNdLO trimpot and Monitor energymeter reading
9.8.1. Er:YAG beam delivery calibration (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and M002-
2A)
The Er:YAG laser beam delivery is a 7-mirror articulated arm. The articulated arm
itself is a high reliability component. Nevertheless, if it is handled without care
damage to the internal optics can occur. In such cases the transmission of the arm
can drop and/or the beam shape at the arm exit can be affected.
For checking the articulated arm for transmission, please follow the procedure
bellow:
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Dismount the hand piece form the articulated arm.
Dismount the articulated arm from the system
Place the external energy meter approx. 10 – 15 cm from the laser aperture
where the arm fixing flange is located
CAUTION
When the articulated arm is dismounted a free access to the beam
transforming lens in the system's arm fixing flange is possible. Do not
touch the lens by fingers and do not allow dust or any contaminants to fall
on the lens. Inspect it and if necessary clean it.
9.8.2. Nd:YAG laser beam delivery calibration (Valid for models M021-4AF/3 and
M001-12F)
The beam delivery of Nd:YAG laser is fiber optic beam delivery. If it is not
damaged (broken) and the SMA 905 connector is clean on both sides, and if the
red aiming beam emerging from the fiber distal end is of nice regular circular shape
the fiber beam delivery is OK. Nevertheless, if the fiber is delivering less energy
(more then 20% less then it is displayed on the laser system control panel display)
then the fiber beam delivery should be replaced with a new one. If even with the
new fiber beam delivery the delivered energy from the fiber is more then 20% less
then it is displayed on the laser system control panel display then the energy
meters in the system need a re-calibration.
10.1.2.1. Advisory messages that may appear in selftest and normal operation
Scanner adapter does The scanner adapter does not repond on commands from SYS
not respond! (169) PC through I/O DYNAMIS TS board.
No further operation with any od scanners will not be possible
Normal operation with any handpiece is possible
12. Possible reasons:
Check if TS S22 Scanner board has 12Vdc supply
Check if plastic fibers OW 29, 30 are attached correctly
to I/O DYNAMIS Faulty S22 scanner adapter board –
replace it
Faulty I/O DYNAMIS TS board – replace it
Scanner or adapter The communication of SYS PC through I/O DYNAMIS TS board
communication echo with Scanner or scanner adapter is not reliable.
error! (164) No further operation with aby scanner will be possible.
13. Normal operation with any handpiece is possible.
Check optical fibers from S22 scanner adapter to I/O
DYNAMIS ST board
Scanner adapter is faulty – replace it
I/O Dynamis TS board is faulty – replace it
Selected scanner is faulty – consult Fotona service staff
This advisory message indicates actually a Scanner error that the S11 (S22 or F22
nad S22-T) Scanner head or S22 Scanner adapter has reported to host laser
system SYS Controller an error with error code XY. The type of the Scanner error
is described with two characters XY.
The first character (X) in the scanner error code is related to error status of
Scanner head while the second character (Y) is related to the error status of the
built in S22 Scanner adapter in the host laser system.
Before any action please check if all optical link connections (OW24, 25, 26, 29
and 30) between the I/OPC 104 board and S22 Scanner adapter are correct.
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The meanings of error codes for Nd:YAG and Er:YAG scanner as well as hints for
remedy are listed below for Scanner SW versions up to 2.1:
For S11 Nd:YAG scanner:
Error For S11 Hint For S22 Scanner Hint
Nd:YAG adapter (Y
Code Scanner head character)
status (X character)
6mm inlet
optics
without
outlet lens
3mm inlet
optics with
outlet lens
Additionally
check:
if pins on
inlet and
outlet optics
for activation
of
microswitch
es are
mechanicall
y damaged,
or
missing pins
on inlet or
outlet optics
Replace
inlet or outlet
optics.
C Invalid Scanner Ask Fotona Invalid Scanner Ask Fotona technical
communication technical communication service for additional help
between S11 service for between S11
Scanner head additional Scanner head and
and S22 help TS S22 Scanner
Scanner adapter adapter
For Scanner SW versions from S11 Scannwer SW versions 2.3 and higher the error codes are as
follows:
Error For S11 Hint For S22 Scanner Hint
Nd:YAG adapter (Y
Code Scanner head character)
status (X character)
If Scanner Error advisory message appears (followed by Scanner erro Code XY) it
will be displayed for several seconds and the host laser system will revert to STBY
mode with closed shutters. Norma operation with other hadnedpieces is possible.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair the Scanner head or TS S22 Scanner adapter in
field.
Send it back to Fotona technical service for repair.
This error is displayed if the controller detects high (ON) status of fiber
OW26.
This error message means that the Er:YAG laser safety shutter do not follow the
commands from the controller.
Check if the 24VDC supply cable is properly connected to HEAD CTRL board.
If anything is to be repaired always turn the main switch OFF. The 24VDC power supply of
HEAD CTRL and ENERGY METER is capable to deliver considerable currents. In case of
short circuits, connectors can be damaged.
Check if optical links (fibers) OW3 and OW4 are properly inserted in their
receptacles both on the Controller and HEAD CTRL board. Remove fiber from
white transmitter body (OW4) on the HEAD CTRL board and check if it emits
light with the system in turned ON state.
If yes, then:
Dismount the HEAD CTRL board together with the shutter assembly and
check if the shutter blade is freely rotating.
If it is blocked or stiff, then the shutter assembly together with the HEAD
CTRL board has to be changed, or The reason of mechanical blockage has
to be corrected.
NOTE
For inspecting and correcting the shutter mechanical blockage the shutter
assembly should be removed from the HEAD CTRL board. For doing this,
the actuator wires should not be de-soldered from the board.
If the shutter moves freely then the problem is in the HEAD CTRL board. Most
probably the communication IC is faulty. Replace the IC or PCB with a new one.
The error message means that the Nd:YAG laser during calibration achieved the
maximal allowable voltage ad the energy of the laser is still 30% lower then
requested.
Check the laser at lower energy (fluence) settings. If it does not report this
message then:
The Nd:YAG laser efficiency dropped due to loss of flashlamp efficiency –
replace the flashlamp in Nd:YAG laser.
The Nd:YAG laser is misaligned – perform the laser alignment according to this
manual
The Nd:YAG laser resonator mirrors are damaged – check the resonator
mirrors and replace if necessary
The energy meter is not calibrated – check it for calibration at lower energy
settings according to the procedure described in this manual.
The laser crystal is damaged. Replace the laser rod.
The laser cavity reflector assembly is damaged. Replace the laser cavity
reflector.
The cooling liquid is leaking near the laser rod end surface. Fix the leaking and
clean the laser end surface.
Some pollutant have entered the cooling circuit and pollute the laser cavity.
Disassemble the laser cavity to safe level and clean the internal parts.
The Monitor energy meter reading is differing form the Feedback energy meter
reading for more then the prescribed allowed value.
Perform the Nd:YAG energy meter calibration according to this manual
If the monitor energy meter cannot be calibrated then replace the complete
energy meter
The laser is misaligned and the laser beam is not optimized. One energy meter
is picking different signal from the beam. Align the laser.
The output laser mirror is slightly damaged and the laser beam is not optimize.
One energy meter is picking different signal from the beam. Replace the faulty
mirror.
Energy meters are receiving EMI (electromagnetic interference) and their
readings are not stable. At certain moment a difference can cause an error
case.
Try to replace the flash lamp to reduce the EMI emission.
This error message can appear only during normal operation usually in the first or
few pulses after pressing the foot switch. It means that the Nd:YAG laser energy
measured by the energy meter exceeds the requested value for more then the
allowed prescribed value due to overshooting in energy regulation.
Check if the Nd:YAG laser is in alignment.
Check if energy meter is faulty or not calibrated well (calibration).
Energy meters are receiving EMI (electromagnetic interference) and their
readings are not stable. At certain moment a difference can cause an error
case.
Try to replace the flash lamp to reduce the EMI emission.
This error message means that the Er:YAG laser safety shutter do not follow the
commands from the controller.
Check if the 24VDC supply cable is properly connected to HEAD CTRL board.
If anything is to be repaired always turn the main switch OFF. The 24VDC power
supply of HEAD CTRL and ENERGY METER is capable to deliver considerable
currents. In case of short circuits, connectors can be damaged.
Check if optical links (fibers) OW3 and OW4 are properly inserted in their
receptacles both on the Controller and HEAD CTRL board. Remove fiber from
white transmitter body (OW4) on the HEAD CTRL board and check if it emits
light with the system in turned ON state.
If yes, then:
Dismount the HEAD CTRL board together with the shutter assembly and
check if the shutter blade is freely rotating.
If it is blocked or stiff, then the shutter assembly together with the HEAD
CTRL board has to be changed, or The reason of mechanical blockage
has to be corrected.
If the shutter moves freely, then the problem is in the HEAD CTRL board. Most
probably the communication IC is faulty. Replace the IC or PCB with a new
one.
NOTE
For inspecting and correcting the shutter mechanical blockage the shutter
assembly should be removed from the HEAD CTRL board. For doing this,
the actuator wires should not be de-soldered from the board.
This error means that the synchronizing signal Energy meter Data Available (EDA)
from Er:YAG energy meter is not detected by the controller.
The possible reasons are:
The simmer current is not present through the Er:YAG flash lamp
Turn-off the system and turn it on again. If the error 15 shows up
then:
Simmer power supply open circuit voltage should be
measured (approx 600V) immediately after turning on
the Charger and before the error message 15 happens)
If the simmer power supply open circuit voltage is OK
then observe if the Trigger board triggers the flashlamp
before the error message 15 appears.
If not, the Flash lamp could be faulty – replace it, or the
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Simmer trigger board could be faulty – replace it.
The flash lamp pulse has not happened and the simmer current is OK – The
IGBT switch on the PFM41 assembly does not respond to commands from the
controller. Check if a single Er:YAG flash lamp pulse is created during the
calibration before the error message is generated.
If not, then check if OW5 for driving the IGBT pulse is properly attached
to PFM41 or Controller assembly. If it is, then:
Check during start-up of the system if the OW19 fiber is emitting
a red light and if the OW19 fiber is correctly attached to the
PFM41 assembly.
If the OW 19 fiber does not emit a red light the crowbar
protection is activated – very probably the energy meter
is faulty - replace it
If OW19 emits a red light then:
The PFM could be faulty
The I/O Dynamis TS board could be faulty.
If a single flash lamp pulse on the Er:YAG laser happens then
Check if the flashpulse detector diode (SFH203P) on the Energy meter
assembly is screened and does not receive light from the flash lamp.
If it is not screened, then:
The energy meter board could be faulty – replace it, or
The Controller I/O Dynamis TS board is to be replaced.
This error means that the synchronizing signal Energy meter Data Available (EDA)
from Nd:YAG Energy meter is not detected by the controller.
The possible reasons are:
The simmer current is not present through the Nd:YAG flash lamp Turn-off the
system and turn it on again. If the error 15 shows up then:
Simmer power supply open circuit voltage should be measured (approx.
600-800 VDC) immediately after turning on the Charger and before the
error message 15 happens)
If the simmer power supply open circuit voltage is OK then
observe if the Trigger board triggers the flashlamp before the
error message 15 appears.
If not, the Flash lamp could be faulty – replace it, or the
Simmer trigger board could be faulty – replace it.
The flash lamp pulse did not happened and the simmer current is OK – The
IGBT switch on the PFM41 assembly does not respond to commands from the
controller Check if a single Nd:YAG flash lamp pulse is created during the
calibration before the error message is generated.
If not, then check if OW5 for driving the IGBT pulse is properly attached
to PFM41 or Controller assembly. If it is, then:
Check during start-up of the system if the OW19 fiber is emitting
a red light and if the OW19 fiber is correctly attached to the
PFM41 assembly.
If the OW 19 fiber does not emit a red light the crowbar
protection is activated – very probably the energy meter is faulty
- replace it
If OW19 emits a red light then:
The PFM41 could be faulty
The I/O Dynamis TS board could be faulty.
If a single flash lamp pulse on the Er:YAG laser happens then
Check if the flashpulse detector (SFH203P) on the Energy meter
assembly is screened and does not receive light from the flash lamp.
If it is not screened, then:
This error message means that during calibration:For specific user settings the
maximum allowed voltage on the capacitor bank is achieved and the produced
laser output energy is still 30% lower then it should be.
First check if the system performs calibration at lower energy settings and
lower repetition rates. If it does then the possible reasons:
The Er:YAG laser is misaligned or the resonator mirrors are damaged –
check the alignment as well as the footprint of the laser spot.
If the footprint shows noncircular spot but not signs of damaged
resonator components – then perform the laser alignment.
If the laser footprint (spot) indicates a damaged resonator
component inspect the OC and HR resonator mirrors as well as
the rod for damage – replace the damaged mirror. If the laser
rod is damaged replace the complete pumping chamber.
If the laser footprint is circular and no signs of damage of
resonator components is visible then:
The flash lamp has lost its efficiency – replace it, or
The energy meter is out of calibration (this is possible only if
calibration of energy meter was performed with an un-calibrated
external energy meter – the external energy meter was showing
much less energy than the actual energy) - perform calibration
with calibrated energy-meter.
The Er:YAG laser has lost its efficiency (pumping chamber) –
replace the pumping chamber
The Er:YAG laser needs too low voltage, which is lower then allowed for
realizing the requested energy.
This could happen if the energy meter was calibrated with an un-
calibrated external reference energy meter. Actually the external energy
meter was showing higher energies than actual. Use a calibrated
external energy meter and repeat the energy meter calibration.
The Er:YAG laser characteristics in the XY.dat files where edited in a
bad way. Write down the XY.dat file content before editing and after
editing and report them to Fotona service staff for advice how to
proceed.
This error message indicates that the monitor HI Er:YAG energy meter reading
does not match the energy reading of the feedback energy meter within a
prescribed tolerance window.
Please perform the same service actions as in case of ERROR 7 case but for
Er:YAG laser
It means that the Er:YAG laser energy measured by the LOW channel of ER:YAG
energy meter exceeds the requested value for more then the allowed prescribed
value due to overshooting in energy regulation.
The possible reasons for this error as well as the procedure for remedy are as
follows:
Check if the ER:YAG laser is in alignment.
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Check if energy meter is faulty or not calibrated well (calibration).
Energy meters are receiving EMI (electromagnetic interference) and their
readings are not stable. At certain moment a difference can cause an error
case.
Try to replace the flash lamp to reduce the EMI emission.
The output laser mirror is slightly damaged and the laser beam is not
optimized. One energy meter is picking different signal from the laser beam.
Replace the faulty mirror.
The laser description parameters (xy.dat files for Er:YAG laser) dose not
match well with the true laser inside the system. Optimize the laser and
optimize the laser description parameters.
The charger can charge the capacitor bank to higher voltage then necessary.
The PFM CTRL PCB is not reading or comparing correctly the OW16
reference signal and is probably faulty. Replace the PCB.
The charger is leaking charging current and consequently rising
capacitor bank voltage. In such case the error is detected after an
operation pause.
This message means that the simmer current is not established through the flash
lamp of Er:YAG laser. This message is displayed only during self-test of the
system.
For troubleshooting please perform the following:
Turn off the system
Remove the instrument top cover
Remove the laser head metal sheet cover
Turn on the system
Observe if the flashlamp triggers (short light pulses of pink color appear after
the Charger has turned on).
If it triggers and the simmer current establishes and then turns off the
flashlamp is to be replaced.
If it does not trigger then:
Check if the simmer voltage on the Er:YAG flashlamp, after the
charger turns on and before the system generates the error
message, is approx. 600-800 VDC.
WARNING
Do not test the simmer voltage on the flash lmap terminals but on the
corresponding place on the PFM CTRL PCB. HV trigger pulse will destroy
your voltage meter. Trigger pulse has a small (not dangerous) energy but
has a very high peak voltage.
This message means that the simmer current is not established through the flash
lamp of Nd:YAG laser. This message is displayed only during self-test of the
system.
For troubleshooting please refer to ERROR 15 section of this manual but consider
that this is Nd:YAG laser error case.
This error message indicates that the monitor LO Er:YAG energy meter reading
does not match the energy reading of the feedback energy meter within a
prescribed tolerance window.
This error message indicates that the monitor LO Nd:YAG energy meter reading
does not match the energy reading of the feedback energy meter within a
prescribed tolerance window.
It means that the Er:YAG laser energy measured by the HIGH channel of ER:YAG
energy meter exceeds the requested value for more then the allowed prescribed
value due to overshooting in energy regulation.
The possible reasons for this error as well as the procedure for remedy are the
same as for LOW channel of Er:YAG energy meter already described in section
10.2.15. above.
It means that the Er:YAG laser energy measured by the LOW channel of Er:YAG
energy meter exceeds the requested value during energy regulation by more than
2 times.
The possible reasons for this error are:
Check if the error message is repeated for same parameters selected.
If yes:
Check if energy meter is faulty or not calibrated well (calibration).
The output laser mirror is slightly damaged and the laser beam is not
optimized. One energy meter is picking different signal from the laser beam.
Replace the faulty mirror.
The laser I/O characteristcis description parameters (in Settings – Service Er -
Laser I/O Setup) for the operation mode for which the error was reported, does
not match well with the true laser inside the system. The laser output energy
regulation is not stable. Optimize the laser and optimize the laser I/O
characteristics description parameters for the operation mode for which the
error was reported. Consult Fotona field service staff for additional instructions.
The charger can charge the capacitor bank to higher voltage then necessary.
The PFM41 CTRL PCB is not reading or comparing correctly the OW16
reference signal and is probably faulty. Replace the PCB or complete
PFM41 assembly.
The charger is leaking charging current (charging when it should not)
and consequently rising capacitor bank voltage. In such case the error is
detected after an operation pause.
This error message may appear at highest energies when the measured HI energy
exceeds the set value (divided by transmission of handpiece) between 1.5 to 2
times and if the HI energymeter is not calibrated according to instructions in this
manual.
The possible reasons as well as procedures for remedy are similar as for ERROR
21 for HIGH channel Er:YAG energymeter already described above but valid for HI
Nd:YAG energymeter channel.
This error message may appear at highest energies of LO energymeter when the
measured LO energy exceeds the set value (divided by transmission of handpiece)
between 1.5 to 2 times and if the LO energymeter is not calibrated according to
instructions in this manual.
The possible reasons as well as procedures for remedy are similar as for ERROR
21 for HIGH channel Er:YAG energymeter already described above but valid for
LO Nd:YAG energymeter channel.
It means that the energy measured by the LO channel of Nd:YAG energy meter
exceeds the requested value for more then the allowed prescribed value due to
overshooting in energy regulation.
This error message means that laser HI Nd:YAG Energymeter energy measured
by the energy meter is 2 or more times greater then the requested one.
The service is performed as in ERROR 7 case.
WARNING
Before Fotona service staff request from you to edit the Nd:YAG laser I/O
characteristics description in Settings – Service Nd – Laser I/O Setup
servvice firmware, write down on a piece of paper the original data as they
are (U1, E1, U2 and E2) for the pulsewidth at which the error was reported,
so you can always revert to the values before editing.
Please consult the Fotona service staff for help in editing this file.
The capacitor bank was charged to values higher then it is requested by the
computer:
Possible reason is that the Charger is faulty. Before changing the Charger
please check the voltage on the capacitor bank between HV terminals + and
– on the PFM41 assembly and compare them with the values the computer is
sending to the charger. To accomplish this enter the service firmware in
Settings- Service Nd – Laser I/O Setup, select pulse width, fluence spot size
and go in READY and start firing laser pulses. Observe the voltage for each
laser pulse and compare it with the measurements. Consult Fotona service
for additional help.
To accomplish this measurement run the service firmware (Settings – Service
Nd – Energymeter Setup for selected opration mode, and set the laser
operating voltage. After, check the voltage on the capacitor bank between HV
terminals + and – on the PFM41 assembly and compare it with the setting
value.
If the capacitor bank voltage do not correspond to the values requested by
the controller then the Charger should be replaced.
This error message may appear for laser energies (set energy on display divided
by transmission factor of handpiece or scanner) between 2250mJ and 3000mJ for
HIGH energymeter.
This error message means that the HIGH channel of Er:YAG laser energymeter
has generated a crowbar fire signal (the measured energy is exceeding the
requested betwenn 1.5 to 2 times).
The possible reasons as well as procedures for remedy are similar as for ERROR
21 for HIGH channel Er:YAG energymeter already described above.
This error message may appear for laser energies (set energy on display divided
by transmission factor of handpiece or scanner) between 225 and 300mJ for LOW
energymeter.
This error message means that the Er:YAG laser energy measured by the LOW
channel of Er:YAG energy meter exceeds the requested value during energy
regulation between aprox 1.5 to 2x.
The possible reasons as well as procedures for remedy are similar as for ERROR
21 for LOW channel Er:YAG energymeter already described above.
This error message can appear only in normal operation after releasing the
footswitch.
The same troubleshooting is used as for ERROR 30 case above.
This error message can appear during the self-test. It indicates that the
communication between the Controller and PFM41 assembly is faulty.
Check if fiber OW1 and OW2 is properly attached to the PFM41 assembly or to
the Controller assembly. Also check if OW1 and OW2 fibers are damaged.
If both fibers are OK then:
The PFM41 assembly is faulty or
Controller I/O Dynamis TS board is faulty.
This error message can appear during the self-test. It indicates that the
communication between the Controller and PFM41 assembly is faulty.
Check if fiber OW1 and OW2 is properly attached to the PFM41 assembly or to
the Controller assembly. Also check if OW1 and OW2 fibers are damaged.
If both fibers are OK then:
The PFM41 assembly is faulty or
Controller I/O Dynamis TS board is faulty.
This error message may appear if the the temperature swith is faulty and the
cooling liquid exceeds 65°C, or of the bimetal temperature switch is faulty.
Please note that there are two temperature switches in the temeprature switch
assembly immersed in the de-ionized water tank. The electronic temperature
switch trip point is set to 60°C. The Bimetal temperature swithc trip point is at 65°C.
When the electronic tempeature switch is activated an advisory message
„Overheated coolant - Please wait to cool down!“ is generated. In this case do
not turn off the system but wait 5 to 8 minutes to for the cooling liquidf to cool
down by tghe action of heat exchangers and fans. The advisory message will
disapear and normal operation can be continued. This advisory message may
appear when the ambient temperature exceeds 29°C and the system operates
at full dissipation, or if the cooling air filters are blocked (clean or replace
them). Normally the ERROR 37 message will never appear because the trip
point is higher than for electronic temperature switch.
If ERROR 37 message appears it usualy means that the bimetal temperature
swicth is faulty. In this case replace the complete temperature switch assembly
with a new one.
This error message may appear during selftest or during normal operation.
In selftest:
The system is checking if the discharge circuit is open. In case it is open for any
reasons it means that the capacitor bank cannot be discharged after the system is
turned off.
Since the capacitor bank is 15mF (for all models except model M002-2A where the
capacito bank is 10mF) and potentially charged to 800V and having a load
resistance of 1MOhm to 500 kOhm (from voltage dividers on the PFM41 assembly
and partly also on the discharge circuit), the capacitor bank may discharge from
800V slowly for several hours and represents a lethal danger for service
personnel.
WARNING
If this error message appears the service personnel should carefully check
the capacitor bank voltage and if necessary to discharge the capacitor bank
manually before attempting to replace the faulty Discharge circuit board.
This error message indicates that the capacitor bank voltage has dropped bellow
120V. Corresponding LED is OFF on the PFM41 CTRL PCB. Capacitor bank
voltage can be adjusted by using VOLTS the service program and can be checked
on the capacitor bank +, - terminals of the PFM.
Turn off the system according to instructions in operator manual and turn it on
again.
If the error message remains then:
Check optical link OW 20 if it is properly attached in receptacle on the PFM
assembly.
Check if optical link OW 16 is properly attached in receptacle on PFM
assembly and I/O PC104 assembly.
The Charger is faulty.
The PFM41 assembly is faulty.
The IGBT is burned in conductive state therefor discharging the
capacitor bank through the flash lamp. This current is added to the
simmer current and it looks like a strong simmer current on the flash
lamp. Strong simmer like current is normalized if OW20 is removed and
charger is switched off.
Safety discharge circuit is faulty. This should be normally detected by
another ERROR case but there is always a possibility of double fault
case.
The PFM41 CTRL PCB does not detect and compare OW16 signal
correctly.
The I/O PC104 assembly is faulty (there is no reference signal to OW16).
In case of error codes in range from 262 to 267, please contact Fotona Service
staff for instructions how to proceed.
This error message indicates that the GUI SW integrity error was detected. Please
contact Fotona Service staff for instructions how to proceed.
10.3.1. The screen does not show anything after turning on the system
This situation means that the laser needs too much laser shots to calibrate the
laser to the requested energy. During the lifetime of the laser system the flash lamp
is loosing its efficiency and consequently the laser also. For this reasons the:
Values of Er:YAG laser I/O characteristics for the operation mode in which the
calibration is too long in Er:YAG Service/ Laser I/O setup has to be
corrected according to instructions already described in this manual (see
section 7.7).
Values of Nd:YAG laser I/O characteristics for the pulsewidth in which the
calibration is too long in Nd:YAG Service/Laser I/O setup has to be corrected
according to instructions already described in this manual (see section 7.7).
By correcting them in a proper manner the laser calibration time can be optimized.
WARNING
To perform the optimization of calibration time for each laser complete
understanding of the I/O parameters for both lasers is needed. Do not
attempt to perform optimization if you are not sure what these parameters
mean.
Ask Fotona service staff for advice.
The Model G22 (G-Runner) Er:YAG GYnecologicla Scanner can be used only with
models which are incorporating an Er:YAG laser (i.e. M021-4AF/3 and M002-2A).
The Gynecological scanner is connected to the laser system footswitch connector
while the footswicth of the laser system is connected to G-Runner Iterface box. The
Gynecological scanner is not communicating with the laser system GUI or SYS
Controller. Its modes of operation must be manually matched with the selected
operation modes in laser syetem GUI. The G-Runner scanner when attached only
enables/disables the footswitch signal to laser system depending on the selected
mode of operation of the the scanner. For this resons a malfuction of model G22
Scanner is not reported on the laser system GUI.
The status of G-Runner Scanner is indicated by indicator lights in scanner
keyboard:
NOTE
For Model M002-2A only the Er:YAG laser is present.
For Models M001-12F only the Nd:YAG laser is present.
For Models M021-4AF/3 both lasers are present.
NOTE:
New version of Head CTRL 4 PCB (Code 80168) has an additional connector
(X6) for attaching the herater elements of Energymeters Code 96968 and
96970.
HOUSING – Internal
58014 Lock X X X X X
contacting
gauge
58012 Emergency X X X X X
knob
58013 Knob X X X X X
contacting
gauge
HOUSING - external
58484 Door X X X X X
switch
connector
57654 Console X X
wheel
w/locks
70986 Console X X X
wheel
w/locks
92921 Articulated X X X
arm DT TS
assy
LASER - Nd Line
27561 Nd front X X X X
mirror
66585 Nd rear X X X X
mirror
82423 Nd rear X X X X
01.01.2016 mirror
85432 Nd fiber X X
coupler
M021-
4AF/3
Dynamis
assy.
85340 Nd fiber X X
coupler
assy M001-
12F
Dynamis
assy
84720 Nd Fiber X X X X
coupler
lens
LASER – Er Line
75120 Er rear X X X
mirror th6
SP assy.
75119 Er rear
mirror th4
SP assy.
84868 Beam X X X
Combiner
Er
80668 Aiming X X X X X
diode laser
100919 Charger K X X X X
V800 2S
150-600
assy.
100920 Charger K X
V800 2S
150-600
assy.
107885 PFM 41 X X
2S1 1SCR
800V
assembly
107886 PFM 41 X
2S1 150
1SCR
800V SES
107884 PFM 41 X X
2S1 600
1SCR
800V
assembly
85740 TV PFM x x
CTRL 4
2S1 600
800V –
PCB assy.
80455 Discharge X X X X X
board
80141 Additional X X
capacitor
bank
4/800V
assy.
85004 Additional X X
capacitor
bank 7 - 4
assembly
ELECTRONICS - Other
97618 Simmer X X
trigger 5
assembly
97619 Simmer X
trigger 5/1
assembly
97620 Simmer X X
trigger 5/2
85906 Head X X
XTRL4 and
shutter
assy M001-
12F
Dynamis
34563 EM shutter X X X X X
actuator
84848 Energymet X X
85901 Energymet X
er 6/2
assembly
85905 Energymet X X
er 6/1
assembly
91975 TV RELAY X X X X X
TS 1 PCB
88270 PC Without X X X X X
WAFER - CF card
LX-800- and RAM
R12 IEI
93323 PC104 DS X X X X X
TS assy.
92961 MONITOR X X X X X
8.4“ LCR
assembly
93408 S22 X X X X X
SCANNER
ADAPTER
DS TS
assembly
COOLING
67935 DE-ionizing X X
cartridge
assembly
91822 Coolant X X X
container
80608 Coolant X X
container
ACCESSORIES
71185 S11 X X X X
Scanner
cable
86838 945um 2M X X X X
fib er beam
delivery -
assy
90278 600um 2M X X X X
fiber beam
delivery
assy
90974 Sterile X X X X
600um
bare fiber –
reusable
NOTE
This list was generated on May 26, 2016. The Fotona Laser Technical Support and Service
department retains rights to change the spare parts list without notification.