BRACCO Empower MR
BRACCO · Model Empower MR
ARM mode allows software to run diagnostic checks prior to injection, as well as guarding against unintentionally starting the injection Tilt lockout minimizes the risk of air embolism by ensuring that the injector runs only in the down position Color-coded illuminating handle lets you know whether the injector Random Access Memory (RAM) is in motionUser-friendly remote display with anatomical identifiers allows easy viewing and programming of protocols with up to 8 phases (3 phases when saline is included) Stores up to 50 separate programs Easily accessible Help function provides instant on-screen operational guidance.
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.
Injector will not arm
HighSymptoms: ARM mode diagnostic checks fail, injector will not go to armed.
Root cause: Air detected in the syringe/line, a syringe not seated, or a sensor/self-test fault.
Tilt lockout active
MediumSymptoms: Injector will not run, tilt-lockout indication.
Root cause: Injector head not in the down position - the tilt sensor prevents running to reduce air-embolism risk.
Syringe will not fill or advance
MediumSymptoms: Plunger will not move, inaccurate volume, stalls.
Root cause: Drive motor, leadscrew, or plunger-engagement fault.
Remote display / handle communication loss
MediumSymptoms: No status on the remote, illuminating handle does not indicate motion, cannot program.
Root cause: Head-to-remote cable or a communication board.
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.
Syringe drive motor / leadscrew
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Disposable syringe set
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
Hand / pendant control
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Tilt sensor
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Head-to-remote cable
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syringe drive motor / leadscrew | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Disposable syringe set | Consumable | $ | Easy |
| Hand / pendant control | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Tilt sensor | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Head-to-remote cable | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
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: Will not arm
- Purge all air from the syringe and connecting line.
- Confirm the syringe is fully seated and the plunger is engaged.
- Let the ARM-mode self-tests complete and note any message.
- Check the head is in the down position (tilt lockout).
- If self-tests still fail, refer for service.
Symptom: Syringe will not advance
- Confirm the plunger is engaged with the drive.
- Listen for the drive motor on a manual advance.
- Check for a mechanical obstruction.
- Replace the drive assembly if it will not move under command.
- Verify delivered volume against the set volume after repair.
Documents & Manuals
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
Insufficient seal on the sterile barrier of the device, compromising the sterility of the device
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