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Dec 10, 2025 - 11:51 PM

The AtriCure MAG Multifunctional Ablation Generator provides a comprehensive guide for troubleshooting various error messages that may appear during operation. Here is a summary of common error messages, their causes, and recommended remedies based on the product manual:
1. **Recoverable Error Messages:**
- **Causes:** Power measurement problem, high impedance problem, low impedance problem, cooling fan problem, invalid or expired handpiece, relay problem, return electrode current problem, current measurement problem, return electrode contact problem, voltage measurement problem, footswitch disconnected, incorrect return electrode.
- **Remedies:** Clear error and continue, check handpiece or return electrode, cycle power off and back on, reconnect or replace handpiece or return electrode, replace solid return electrode with a split return electrode.
2. **Warning Messages:**
- **Causes:** Handpiece close to expiration, return electrode detaching from patient, footswitch connected during an ablation, ablation attempted while in sense mode.
- **Remedies:** Replace or reapply handpiece or return electrode, restart ablation, switch to ablate mode before attempting an ablation.
3. **Non-Recoverable Error Messages:**
- **Causes:** Internal RF problem, internal temperature problem, 24V power problem, footswitch self-test problem, measurement system problem, high lesion temperature detected, internal communication problem, real-time clock problem.
- **Remedies:** Cycle power off and back on, contact AtriCure Customer Service for further assistance.
If you encounter any error messages while using the AtriCure MAG Multifunctional Ablation Generator, refer to the troubleshooting guide in the product manual for specific instructions on how to address each issue. If the problem persists or if you have any other concerns, do not hesitate to contact the AtriCure Customer Service Hotline at (866) 349-2342 for additional support.
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