GE Healthcare · MRExcite22487632254261

3T RF Amplifier Error - Prescan fails with no signal. 3T RF Amplifier front panel filter clogged with dust.

Symptom

3T RF Amplifier Error - Prescan Fails with No Signal No signal on any coil. 3T RF Amplifier errors 2248763 and 2254261.

Error message

2248763 RF Amplifier Error RF amplifier failed to power off in the allotted amount of time when commanded to do so 2248763 RF Amplifier Error. RF amplifier failed to power off, in the allotted amount of time, when commanded to do so. Please power cycle the RF Subsystem and perform a TPS Reset.

2254261 3T RF Amplifier PA Air Too Hot (fault 47). See Long Description Mon Oct 9 13:20:16 2006 Error: 2254261 Host: MR3T Process: NSP File: SCP:../rf_nb_contro Line: 1491 3T RF Amplifier PA Air Too Hot (fault 47). Possible Causes: obstructed air flow, PSD exceeding safe operating range. Cool 30 minutes, clear air intake and exhaust port, adjust PSD parameters. If the fault persists, replace the RF amplifier. Extended Error : The RF Amp PA Tube experienced high air temperature. Allow the RF Amp to cool for 20 minutes and restart scanning. Make sure room air temperature is <40 C, address with site if necessary. Check air filters and replace if necessary. If fault persists, replace the RF deck.

Applies to

Models
Excite
Product
3T Excite HD 12.0 software only
Software
12.0 Excite HD and 3T Excite HD products only
Area
MR

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