BRACCO EmpowerCTA+
BRACCO · Model EmpowerCTA+
Unique Safety Enhancements: Saline advance - Delivered via pendant switch or key on the injector at the patient's side prior to starting the procedure, allows for the use of saline to test patency and vein integrity Saline jump - Allows for the immediate advancement to saline (once opacification has been reached), minimizing the contrast a patient receives Unique patented EDATM (extravasation detection accessory) Detects, notifies, and pauses procedure if clinically significant variation occurs; detects extravasation with patented EDA patch, providing additional patient safety and peace of mind for the technologist eGFR calculator - Assists in the critical evaluation of kidney function before contrast is delivered Streamlined Workflow: Simultaneously - operating dual syringes Auto-initialization - The most efficient way to prepare syringes for filling Protocol fill - Automatically fills syringes to volumes based on the selected protocol Integrated Efficiencies: Built-in tilt sensor and position lock to minimize the likelihood of an air embolism Convenient remote control pause function Fixed fill rate Purge function to automatically remove air from the system.
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 / self-test fails
HighSymptoms: Pre-injection checks fail, will not arm.
Root cause: Air in a syringe or line, a syringe not seated, or a sensor/self-test fault.
Tilt lockout / position-lock active
MediumSymptoms: Injector will not run.
Root cause: Head not in the down position - the built-in tilt sensor and position lock guard against air embolism.
EDA extravasation-detection fault
MediumSymptoms: EDA accessory not recognised, false extravasation pauses, or no detection.
Root cause: EDA patch not connected or defective, or the EDA input.
Dual-syringe drive fault
MediumSymptoms: One syringe will not fill or advance, volume inaccurate, purge fails.
Root cause: Drive motor, leadscrew, or plunger engagement on that channel.
Remote / pendant communication loss
LowSymptoms: No remote control, pause function unresponsive.
Root cause: Cable or 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 (per channel)
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Disposable dual-syringe set
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
EDA patch / accessory
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
Hand / pendant control
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Tilt sensor / position lock
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syringe drive motor / leadscrew (per channel) | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Disposable dual-syringe set | Consumable | $ | Easy |
| EDA patch / accessory | Consumable | $ | Easy |
| Hand / pendant control | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Tilt sensor / position lock | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
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 both syringes and the connecting lines using the purge function.
- Confirm both syringes are seated and plungers engaged.
- Let the pre-injection self-tests complete and note any message.
- Confirm the head is down (tilt lockout) and the EDA accessory, if used, is connected.
- Refer for service if self-tests still fail.
Symptom: EDA not working
- Confirm the EDA patch is applied and connected to the correct input.
- Try a fresh EDA patch.
- Check the EDA cable and connector.
- If detection still fails, run without EDA only if protocol allows and refer the input for service.
- Verify EDA function on the next case 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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