Edan Cadence
Edan · Model Cadence
Easy-to-read LED numerical display Highly sensitive 1MHz waterproof FHR transducer Signals Overlap Verification to separate twins FHR Flat surface design and waterproof TOCO transducer Built-in Long life thermal printer 15 mins printing caching function when paper runs out Support American/International standard recording paper Automatic fetal movement detection DECG & IUP parameters optional Insight software for data management Built-in rechargeable battery for 4 hours continuous work Wired & wireless central monitoring solution Compact and lightweight design Complete carting and mounting solution Standard Configuration: FHR, TOCO, FM, AFM Optional Configuration: Twins FHR, DECG&IUP, Fetal Stimulator, Li-ion Battery.
Key tips
- ·A no-signal/flatline alarm gets checked on the patient first, not the monitor - rule out a real clinical event before troubleshooting.
- ·Recalibrate NIBP against a reference manometer, not just a self-test pass.
- ·Reused patient cables (SpO2, ECG leads) are a common source of intermittent-fault complaints - swap the cable before the module.
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.
Noisy trace / lead-off / no signal
HighSymptoms: Baseline wander, AC or muscle noise, "lead fail", or no waveform / audio.
Root cause: Worn patient cable / lead set or probe, dried electrodes / low gel, or an acquisition fault.
Printer / recorder fault
MediumSymptoms: No or faint report, paper jam, misregistered grid.
Root cause: Thermal print head or paper handling.
Battery / power fault
MediumSymptoms: Short battery run time, will not power on.
Root cause: Aged battery pack.
Speaker / audio fault (Doppler)
MediumSymptoms: No sound from the speaker, distorted audio.
Root cause: Speaker or audio amplifier.
Connectivity fault
LowSymptoms: Records will not transmit to the management system / EMR.
Root cause: Network / Wi-Fi configuration or the communication module.
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.
Patient cable / lead set or probe
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
Thermal print head / paper
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
Battery pack
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Speaker / audio amplifier
Class Major service partRel. cost $R&R Moderate
Acquisition / communication module
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient cable / lead set or probe | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
| Thermal print head / paper | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
| Battery pack | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Speaker / audio amplifier | Major service part | $ | Moderate |
| Acquisition / communication module | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Routine cable and lead-wire inspection for fraying/wear
- ·Battery conditioning cycle
- ·NIBP calibration check against a reference manometer
- ·ECG / SpO2 accuracy verification against a patient simulator
- ·Annual electrical safety test
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: Noisy trace or no signal
- Re-prep the skin and fit fresh electrodes / apply fresh gel.
- Swap in a known-good patient cable / lead set or probe.
- Route leads away from AC sources.
- Check the acquisition-module connection.
- Verify on a simulator / known-normal subject.
Symptom: Will not print or transmit
- Check the paper and clean the print head.
- Print a test pattern.
- Confirm the network / Wi-Fi settings and send a test record.
- Reboot the unit.
- Escalate a persistent print or communication fault.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- ICU / CCU
- Emergency Department
- OR / PACU
- General med-surg floors
- Step-down units
- Telemetry units
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