Lumenis Novus Varia
Lumenis · Model Novus Varia
Convenience and Flexibility - The Novus Varia automatically senses the delivery device connected to it. Laser parameters are adjusted internally to compensate for the chosen delivery device to maintain selected power density on the target tissue. Intelligent - The Novus Varia features Smart fiber technology that allows the laser system to distinguish an LIO from the endoprobe or LaserLink and will automatically adjust power settings to increase safety parameters. User-Friendly - A color touch screen and illuminated remote keypad put all operations literally at your fingertips. Versatile - The Novus Caria is compatible with a wide variety of accessories and delivery devices - meeting your specific preferences in the outpatient clinic and the OR.
Key tips
- ·Verify true laser output with an external power meter, not the console readout - the display drifts independently of real delivered energy.
- ·Never bypass a door interlock, key switch, or footswitch safety to finish a treatment - laser safety interlocks are not optional.
- ·Most low-output complaints trace to the delivery fiber or handpiece, not the laser source - inspect and swap those first.
- ·Intermittent mid-treatment shutdowns are usually cooling-related - check coolant level and flow before suspecting the diode or lamp.
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.
No or low laser output
HighSymptoms: Weak or no output at the delivery device, treatment ineffective, power not reaching the set value.
Root cause: Laser module / lamp aging, a damaged delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator, or a driver / power-supply fault.
Cooling / thermal shutdown
HighSymptoms: Unit shuts down after a period, over-temperature or low-flow alarm.
Root cause: Chiller / TEC fault, low or contaminated coolant, or blocked airflow.
Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator fault
MediumSymptoms: Burn marks at the tip, high loss, intermittent output, applicator not recognised.
Root cause: Damaged or contaminated fibre / applicator / connector.
Contact-cooling / skin-cooling fault (aesthetic)
MediumSymptoms: Skin cooling not delivered, cooling alarm.
Root cause: Contact-cooling / cryogen supply, valve, or the tip.
Footswitch / interlock / key fault
MediumSymptoms: Laser will not fire, key / interlock / footswitch error.
Root cause: Footswitch, door interlock, or key-switch fault.
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.
Laser module / lamp
Power re-calibration required after replacement.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$$R&R Expert-level
Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$$R&R Fairly easy
Chiller / TEC components & coolant filter
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Contact-cooling tip / cryogen valve (aesthetic)
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Footswitch
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser module / lamp Power re-calibration required after replacement. | Periodic replacement | $$$$ | Expert-level |
| Delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator | Frequent wear item | $$$ | Fairly easy |
| Chiller / TEC components & coolant filter | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| Contact-cooling tip / cryogen valve (aesthetic) | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| Footswitch | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ 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.
- ·Laser output power verification against a calibrated external power meter
- ·Cooling-system check: coolant level, flow rate, and filter / heat-exchanger condition
- ·Delivery-system inspection: handpiece, delivery fiber or articulated arm, and output optics
- ·Interlock, key-switch, emergency-stop, and footswitch function test
- ·Beam-alignment and optical-path check per the service manual
- ·Annual full PM and electrical safety test
Error Codes
Extracted directly from this unit's own service manual.
0Null Event
11DAC/ADC Test Failed
12ADC Timeout
13Remote Timeout
102CRC Test Failed
104Data Flow Error
201Shutter Test Failed
202Shutter Not Closed
203Shutter Not Opened
204Shutter Missing
205All Shutter Sensors Dark
250Fiber port selection test failed
251Fiber port 2 sel error
252Fiber port 1 sel error
253Fiber port selector missing
254All Fiber Selector Sensors Dark
303Power High
304Power Low
401Footswitch Pressed
402Footswitch Test Failed
403Footswitch Bouncing
404Attach Footswitch
405Footswitch Broken
406Footswitch EPLD Error
431External Interlock
451Attach Fiber
452Two endoprobes connected
453Two laser links connected
454Two LIOs connected
501No ESF connected
511ESF1 error
512ESF2 error
60112V Failure
602-15V Failure
603+15V Failure
704Fan Speed Error
801Inadvertent Exposure Test Failed
802Unexpectd Laser Light
803Timer Exposure Test Failed
804Exposure timer error
805Crowbar Test Failed
901No Working Lasers
910Printer Timeout
921Green DD not installed
922Red DD not installed
923Yellow DD not installed
931Green filter 1 not installed
932Red filter 1 not installed
933Yellow filter 1 not installed
941Green filter 2 not installed
942Red filter 2 not installed
943Yellow filter 2 not installed
944Green TEC error
945Red TEC error
946Yellow TEC error
947Main TEC error
948Green KTP TEC error
949Red KTP TEC error
950Yellow KTP TEC error
951Self firing disabled
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: No or low output
- Measure output at the delivery device with a laser power meter against the setting.
- Fit a known-good delivery fibre / handpiece / applicator.
- Confirm the cooling system runs and coolant is at level and clean.
- Check the key, interlock and footswitch are satisfied.
- Escalate a confirmed laser-module or driver fault to Lumenis; recalibrate power after any module work.
Symptom: Thermal shutdown
- Confirm the cooling fans / pump run and airflow is clear.
- Check the coolant level and replace the coolant filter.
- Let the unit cool and restart.
- Clean the air filters / vents.
- Monitor for recurrence during a treatment.
Technical Specs
- Laser Type
- Diode
- Height
- 102 cm
- Length
- 64 cm
- Weight
- 52.2 kg
- Wavelength
- 532 nm Green, 5614 nm Yellow, 659 nm Red
- Width
- 46 cm
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Operating rooms and surgical procedure suites
- Dermatology and medical-aesthetic clinics
- ENT, gynecology, and specialty procedure rooms
- Outpatient surgical centers
Documents & Manuals
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