KOPP Development Inc. FerrAlert™ HALO PRESCREEN
KOPP Development Inc. · Model FerrAlert™ HALO PRESCREEN
• Instantly PINPOINTS location of the ferromagnetic object, allowing Technologist to quickly identify and remove the ferromagnetic threat – NO invasive PAT-DOWN required • Limits alarm fatigue – Patented technology suppresses irrelevant warnings and false positive alarms caused by hallway traffic • 24 location-accurate sensors for uniform sensitivity, reliability and usability • An intelligent pre-alarm indicator - Constantly monitors the ambient magnetic field and provides early visual warning of approaching ferrous objects • No-Touch Activation safeguards against cross-contamination • Consistent, unambiguous and simple Self-Screening or Supervised Screening • Most flexible installation options – perpendicular or parallel to the wall mounting or on a swing-away hinge to accommodate all facility needs • Unlike independent, dual pillar products, the portal configuration provides 18 detection zones as both sides communicate, maximizing sensitivity right in the middle • Unlike independent, dual pillar products, the portal configuration does not require constant re-alignment • Conforms to ES60601-1-8 international standards for medical device alarms (Does not cause alarm fatigue. No RED alarm lights, as color RED must be used ONLY in life threatening situations) • Conforms to IEC 60101-1:2005 medical device specification requirements (Ferromagnetic detectors are not considered to be medical devices; however, they are an integral part of the medical environment. As such, it is highly important that the power supply used in the detectors complies with standards for medical equipment used by the FDA, UL, as well as agencies around the world.)
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
Failure patterns typical of this equipment class - general BMET reference, not verified against this exact unit's own service history unless flagged. Severity is a category-level estimate.
ECG lead-off / artifact
MediumSymptoms: Flat or noisy ECG, frequent lead-off alarms.
Root cause: Worn electrodes, loose leads, or dry gel.
SpO2 probe / sensor failure
MediumSymptoms: No pleth, SpO2 drops to --- or false low.
Root cause: LED/photodiode aging or cable damage.
NIBP measurement error
MediumSymptoms: Cuff fails to inflate, erroneous BP, long cycle.
Root cause: Pump/valve wear or cuff leak.
Display / touch panel fault
LowSymptoms: Dim, flickering, or unresponsive screen.
Root cause: Backlight or digitizer failure.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
The parts a BMET typically services on this class of equipment. Service class and relative cost are general engineering estimates for the category, not figures from this unit's documentation. Part numbers appear only when pulled from this unit's own service manual. Always confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Rechargeable backup battery
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Display / touch assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
ECG patient cable & lead set
High-turnover; keep inventory.
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
SpO2 sensor (adult/ped/neo)
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rechargeable backup battery | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Display / touch assembly | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| ECG patient cable & lead set High-turnover; keep inventory. | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
| SpO2 sensor (adult/ped/neo) | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
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 structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: ECG lead-off / artifact
- Confirm the presentation - typically flat or noisy ECG, frequent lead-off alarms - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: worn electrodes, loose leads, or dry gel.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the eCG patient cable & lead set per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Symptom: SpO2 probe / sensor failure
- Confirm the presentation - typically no pleth, SpO2 drops to --- or false low - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: lED/photodiode aging or cable damage.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the spO2 sensor (adult/ped/neo) per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
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
Documents & Manuals
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