Boston Scientific Visual ICE
Boston Scientific · Model Visual ICE
Large touch-screen monitor Ten separate system channels, twenty needle ports provide opportunity to treat large tumors Four multi-point thermal sensors for sensing location and temperature for procedural performance Enlarged, positionable timers allow procedural status monitoring from a distance Argon and/or Helium gas can be used depending on cryoablation needles.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Will not power on or unexpected shutdown
HighSymptoms: The surgical & or is dead, reboots, or shuts down mid-use.
Root cause: Mains lead / fuse, an aged battery, or a power-supply board fault.
Battery will not hold charge
MediumSymptoms: Short run time on battery; low-battery alarm soon after a full charge.
Root cause: Aged rechargeable battery pack or a charger fault.
Display / control-panel fault
MediumSymptoms: Blank, dim or distorted display; unresponsive keys or touchscreen.
Root cause: Display, backlight, or control-board fault.
Fails self-test or calibration
MediumSymptoms: Power-on self-test or the scheduled performance check fails or is out of tolerance.
Root cause: Sensor drift or an internal board fault; recalibration or repair needed.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Rechargeable battery pack
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Power supply / mains board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Display / control-panel assembly
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Cooling fan
Class Major service partRel. cost $R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rechargeable battery pack | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Power supply / mains board | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Display / control-panel assembly | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
| Cooling fan | Major service part | $ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Error Codes
Extracted directly from this unit's own service manual.
80-30Gas pressure display may be inaccurate. Monitor procedure carefully using image guidance. At the conclusion of the procedure, contact Galil Medical Customer Service.
80-31Gas cylinder shut off valve is not open enough to provide adequate flow. If necessary, open the valve approximately another half turn.
80-32Channel X is defective. Choose another channel. At the conclusion of the procedure, contact Galil Medical Customer Service.
80-33Defective MTS in channel [X]. Replace with a new MTS.
80-34Fan X failure. At the conclusion of the procedure, contact Galil Medical Customer Service.
80-35The gas flow rate in channel XX exceeds the system operation requirements and may impact performance. Reduce the number of active needles.
80-36The gas flow rate exceeds the system operation requirements and may impact performance. Reduce the number of active needles
90-01Service the Visual-ICE System soon. Service must be completed by [DATE]. Contact Galil Medical Customer Service to schedule service
90-02Service for the Visual-ICE System is past due. Contact Galil Medical Customer Service to schedule service
90-03The Visual-ICE System is at the end of operational life. Contact Galil Medical Customer Service to arrange return of this system to be refurbished, replaced or disposed
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: No or weak therapy output / delivery-device fault
- Fit a fresh probe / applicator / tip and confirm it is recognised and seated.
- Check the gas / coolant supply pressure and the connecting hose (cryo).
- Substitute a known-good delivery device.
- Test the output into the manufacturer's test setup.
- Escalate a confirmed generator / console fault to the OEM.
Symptom: Leak / frost at fittings / poor freeze (cryosurgical)
- Check the gas cylinder level and the regulator.
- Inspect the hose and fittings for a leak (soapy water).
- Replace worn O-rings / seals.
- Confirm the probe reaches temperature in a test.
- Replace the probe or hose as isolated.
Symptom: Control / display / footswitch fault
- Power-cycle the unit.
- Test the footswitch and its cable.
- Check the control board / keypad.
- Replace the footswitch or keypad as isolated.
- Confirm all modes and safety interlocks.