Hologic Aquilex
Hologic · Model Aquilex
A simple user interface that is easy to setup. Setup in three easy steps once the system is connected and powered on. One integrated system with a fluid pump capable of 800 ml/min inflow. Two integrated vacuum pumps (1 for the underbuttock drape and scope outflow, 1 for the MyoSure system) capable of producing up to 500 mmHg of suction. Automatic lumen calibration to optimize intrauterine pressure for achieving and maintaining distention and visualization with a wide variety of hysteroscopes.
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 reach or hold set joint / cavity pressure
HighSymptoms: Pressure droops or overshoots, poor distension, pressure or flow alarm.
Root cause: Pump-head / roller wear, a pressure-sensor fault, a leak in the tubing / inflow-outflow, or a blocked cannula.
Tubing / cassette-detection fault
MediumSymptoms: Cassette / tubing not recognised, will not prime, leaks at the pump head.
Root cause: Cassette-detection switch or worn pump-head seals.
Outflow / suction-control fault
MediumSymptoms: Poor outflow, cannot clear debris, outflow alarm.
Root cause: Outflow pump / valve or a blocked suction line.
Shaver / handpiece fault (shaver systems)
MediumSymptoms: Blade will not oscillate / rotate, weak cut, handpiece not recognised, footswitch dead.
Root cause: Worn shaver handpiece / motor, or its cable / footswitch.
Display / control fault
LowSymptoms: Unresponsive touchscreen or keys, will not power on.
Root cause: Display / control board or power supply.
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.
Pump-head rollers / seals
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Pressure sensor / transducer
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Cassette-detection switch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Shaver handpiece / motor (shaver systems)
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Footswitch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pump-head rollers / seals | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Pressure sensor / transducer | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Cassette-detection switch | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Shaver handpiece / motor (shaver systems) | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Moderate |
| Footswitch | Periodic replacement | $$ | 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 hold set pressure / poor distension
- Fit a fresh tubing set / cassette and re-prime.
- Confirm the inflow and outflow cannulae are patent and connections are tight.
- Run the pump self-test and verify the set pressure against a gauge if possible.
- Inspect the pump-head rollers / seals for wear.
- Replace the pump head or pressure sensor as isolated.
Symptom: Shaver will not run (shaver systems)
- Swap the shaver handpiece and cable.
- Check the footswitch and its connection.
- Confirm the console recognises the handpiece.
- Test forward / reverse / oscillate modes.
- Replace the handpiece or refer the console output as isolated.
Documents & Manuals
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