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GE Healthcare Giraffe Warmer: troubleshooting and error codes

The ServiceForge knowledge base holds 55 documented symptoms for the GE Healthcare Giraffe Warmer, with 62 ranked causes, 84 diagnostic checks with test points and expected values, and 10 error codes. Each symptom below shows its causes and the first check; the rest is one connection away. Connect ServiceForge to your AI

Symptoms

Inaccurate skin temperature readings patient safety

Temperature probe shows incorrect values, warmer cannot control temperature properly

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe not in contact with baby's skin (common)
  2. 2. Probe placed between baby and mattress (common)
  3. 3. Reflective foil removed or patch degraded (occasional)
  4. 4. Non-approved probe used or probe damaged (occasional)
  5. 5. Probe not in path of radiant heat or shielded by phototherapy (occasional)
First check

Verify probe is plugged into probe jack

Test point
Probe connector at control panel jack
Expected
Probe firmly inserted and seated in jack

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Temperature probe jack unplugged or disconnected patient safety

Alarm activates when skin probe jack is unplugged in Baby Mode, or when there is no probe in the jack in Manual Mode with Manual Temperature Alarm set

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe jack disconnected or probe not fully inserted (common)
  2. 2. Manual Temperature Alarm set but no probe in jack (occasional)
  3. 3. Temperature probe is defective (rare)
First check

Verify probe is fully inserted into jack

Test point
Skin probe jack connection
Expected
Probe fully seated in connector

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Unit does not power on or displays do not light high voltage

After switching on mains and standby switches, displays and indicators do not illuminate or software revision does not appear

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Power not connected or mains/standby switch not on (common)
  2. 2. Power cord damaged or power supply failure (occasional)
First check

Verify power cord connected to unit outlet

Test point
Power cord connection at rear of unit
Expected
Power cord firmly connected

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Alarm cannot be silenced

Pressing alarm silence key or Hands Free Alarm silence does not mute visual or audio alarms

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Alarm silence button defective or microphone not functioning (occasional)
First check

Press alarm silence key to silence active alarm

Test point
Alarm silence key and alarm indicators
Expected
Visual and audio alarms stop when silence key pressed

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Alarm does not trigger in Baby Mode patient safety

Visual and audio alarms do not activate when skin probe is unplugged in Baby Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Alarm system defective or alarm disabled (occasional)
First check

Unplug skin probe and change warmer to Baby Mode

Test point
Mode selector and probe jack
Expected
Unit switches to Baby Mode with probe disconnected

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Alarm light blinking or solid; audio alarm sounding patient safety

Low priority alarms indicated by blinking red alarm light, red alarm message, and intermittent audio tone; high priority alarms have continuous audio tone instead of intermittent

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Active alarm condition in warmer system (common)
First check

Identify and address underlying alarm condition

Test point
Warmer display and alarm indicators
Expected
Alarm message and light correspond to specific condition

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Alarms do not trigger in Baby Mode patient safety

After switching to Baby Mode, neither visual nor audio alarms activate when skin probe is disconnected

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Alarm circuit failure or disabled alarm system (unknown)
First check

Change warmer to Baby Mode

Test point
Mode selection control
Expected
Warmer switches to Baby Mode

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Ancillary equipment not securely mounted patient safety

Ancillary equipment attached to warmer is loose, not properly secured, or at risk of detachment

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Mounting brackets or fasteners loose or missing (unknown)
First check

Inspect all ancillary equipment mounts and fasteners

Test point
All ancillary equipment mounting brackets and fasteners
Expected
All equipment securely mounted with no visible movement or looseness

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Baby cannot be placed in bed during Warmup Mode patient safety

Operator attempts to place baby before warmup preheating is complete or Admit Baby key is pressed

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Operator places baby before warmup complete or before Admit Baby key pressed (common)
First check

Monitor warmup progress on display

Test point
Control panel display screen
Expected
Display shows 'Warming...' then after 7 minutes 'Warmup Complete…'

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Baby temperature below set point patient safety

Baby's skin temperature is greater than 1.0°C below the set temperature in Baby Mode. Low priority alarm with intermittent tone for 12 minutes, then high priority continuous alarm if >2.0°C below.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe attachment issue or baby losing heat (common)
First check

Verify baby's skin temperature reading

Test point
Temperature probe
Expected
>1.0°C below Set Temperature

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Baby temperature exceeds set point patient safety

Baby's skin temperature is greater than 1.0°C above the set temperature in Baby Mode. Low priority alarm with intermittent tone for 12 minutes, then high priority continuous alarm if >2.0°C above.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe attachment issue or baby genuinely overheating (common)
First check

Verify baby's skin temperature reading

Test point
Temperature probe
Expected
>1.0°C above Set Temperature

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Baby temperature exceeds set point by more than 1.0°C patient safety

Low priority alarm activates with blinking red light and intermittent tone when baby's skin temperature is greater than 1.0°C above the set temperature in Baby Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe attachment loose or improperly positioned on baby's skin (common)
First check

Verify probe is securely attached to baby's skin

Test point
Temperature probe contact point on baby
Expected
Probe fully seated and making good thermal contact

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Baby temperature exceeds set point by more than 2.0°C patient safety

High priority alarm activates with blinking red light and continuous tone when baby's skin temperature is greater than 2.0°C above the set temperature in Baby Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Heater malfunction or probe contact problem (rare)
First check

Verify probe attachment and heater operation

Test point
Temperature probe and radiant heater
Expected
Probe properly attached and heater responding to temperature control

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Baby temperature falls below set point by more than 1.0°C patient safety

Low priority alarm activates with blinking red light and intermittent tone when baby's skin temperature is greater than 1.0°C below the set temperature in Baby Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe attachment loose or improperly positioned on baby's skin (common)
First check

Verify probe is securely attached to baby's skin

Test point
Temperature probe contact point on baby
Expected
Probe fully seated and making good thermal contact

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Baby temperature falls below set point by more than 2.0°C patient safety

High priority alarm activates with blinking red light and continuous tone when baby's skin temperature is greater than 2.0°C below the set temperature in Baby Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Heater malfunction or probe contact problem (rare)
First check

Verify probe attachment and heater operation

Test point
Temperature probe and radiant heater
Expected
Probe properly attached and heater responding to temperature control

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Baby temperature probe not responding patient safety

Skin probe warming does not increase baby temperature reading; probe not functioning correctly

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe connection loose or probe defective (occasional)
First check

Connect baby temperature probe to jack

Test point
Temperature probe jack on right side of bed
Expected
Probe connection secure

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Bed elevation mechanism does not operate smoothly patient safety

On units with elevating bed, bed does not raise or lower smoothly across full travel range or bed height adjustment pedals are inoperative

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Bed elevation hydraulic failure or mechanical binding (unknown)
First check

Operate bed elevation control across full travel range

Test point
Bed elevation control mechanism and mattress position
Expected
Bed raises and lowers smoothly without binding or jerking across entire travel range

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Bed elevation mechanism inoperative patient safety

Elevating bed does not raise or lower; movement is jerky, binding, or does not cover full travel range; bed height pedals do not function

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Bed elevation motor, linkage, or pedal mechanism defective or misaligned (unknown)
First check

Raise and lower bed along entire travel range

Test point
Bed elevation control and bed position
Expected
Bed moves smoothly through complete travel range without binding or jerking

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Bed tilt mechanism inoperative patient safety

Bed tilt control does not function smoothly, head of bed does not raise when control is squeezed and foot is pushed down, or bed does not hold position at any angle

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Tilt mechanism hydraulic failure or mechanical binding (unknown)
First check

Operate tilt control and observe head of bed raising

Test point
Bed tilt control lever and head of bed
Expected
Head of bed raises easily when control squeezed and foot pushed down

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Bed tilt mechanism inoperative or unstable patient safety

Tilt control does not function smoothly; head of bed does not raise when tilt control squeezed and pushed; mattress does not remain level or stable at any angle

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Tilt mechanism binding, broken, or incorrectly adjusted (unknown)
First check

Test tilt control functionality and head of bed raise

Test point
Tilt control and bed head position
Expected
Head of bed raises easily when tilt control squeezed and foot pushed down

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Bedside panels do not lock securely patient safety

Bedside panels are loose, rattle, or fail to remain in upright position

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Bedside panel locking mechanism defective or loose (unknown)
First check

Test all four bedside panels for secure locking

Test point
Each bedside panel upright position
Expected
All panels lock securely and do not move when pressed or shaken

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Casters unstable or brakes not holding patient safety

Unit is not stable on floor, casters are not firmly in contact, or brakes do not hold or release properly

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Casters not in firm floor contact or brakes defective (unknown)
First check

Verify all casters firmly contact floor and unit is stable

Test point
All four casters and unit base
Expected
Unit stable, all casters in firm contact with floor

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Check Baby alarm activates after extended high heater operation patient safety

Low priority alarm with intermittent tone activates after radiant heater runs at 100% power (Baby Mode) or above 25% heater power (Manual Mode) for more than 12 minutes

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Normal safety reminder to verify infant condition during extended heating (common)
First check

Verify probe is attached and infant is stable

Test point
Temperature probe and infant condition
Expected
Probe properly attached; infant condition normal

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Check Baby alarm unanswered for 3 minutes; heater automatically shuts off patient safety

High priority alarm with continuous tone activates after radiant heater runs at 100% power for 15+ minutes (Baby Mode) or above 25% power for 15+ minutes (Manual Mode), and Check Baby alarm goes unanswered for 3 minutes; heater then shuts off automatically

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Check Baby alarm ignored or unheard; automatic safety shutoff activated (occasional)
First check

Verify probe attachment and infant temperature

Test point
Temperature probe and infant skin
Expected
Probe attached; infant temperature stable

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Device alarms not readable caution

Alarm display cannot be clearly viewed by operator

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Improper device positioning or viewing angle (common)

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Displays or indicators do not light at power-on

After power switch on at mains and standby, some or all displays and visual indicators fail to illuminate

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Power supply failure or display connector fault (unknown)
First check

Connect to hospital grade outlet and turn on power

Test point
Mains power outlet, unit power switch, standby switch
Expected
All displays and indicators light immediately, software revision displayed, prompt tone audible

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Gas or suction supply system has leaks patient safety

Suction or gas supply systems connected to warmer show pressure loss or visible leaks

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Tubing, connector, or valve leaking or disconnected (unknown)
First check

Setup suction and gas supply systems

Test point
Suction and gas supply connections
Expected
All connections complete and secure per operation manual

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Heater power below 30% in Baby Mode patient safety

Heater power set too low for effective temperature control during Baby Mode operation

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Heater power inadvertently set below 30% (occasional)
First check

Verify heater power level in Baby Mode

Test point
Control panel display showing heater power percentage
Expected
Heater power greater than 30% for normal operation; less than 30% will trigger Check Baby Alarm every 12 minutes

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Heater running at high power continuously patient safety

Radiant heater has been operating at 100% power (Baby Mode) or >25% (Manual Mode) for more than 12 minutes. Low priority intermittent alarm activates.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe not properly attached to baby or temperature control issue (common)
First check

Verify heater power level and probe attachment

Test point
Temperature probe jack and baby skin contact
Expected
Heater power at 100% for >12 minutes

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Heater shut down after prolonged high power operation patient safety

Heater has run at 100% power (Baby Mode) or >25% (Manual Mode) for >15 minutes with unanswered 'Check Baby' alarm for 3 minutes. High priority continuous alarm; heater automatically shuts off.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe not attached or temperature control malfunction (common)
First check

Verify probe connection and heater status

Test point
Skin probe jack and heater output
Expected
Heater shut off after 15 minutes at high power

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Incorrect heating mode when patient placed in unit patient safety

Warmer does not adjust for patient temperature in warmup mode; patient may overheat or underheat

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Warmup mode has fixed heater output without feedback control (common)
First check

Confirm operating mode is set correctly

Test point
Mode selector on unit control panel
Expected
Manual mode or Baby mode (not Warmup mode)

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Manual temperature alarm not activating in Manual Mode patient safety

Man.Temp Alarm does not alert when baby temperature deviates from set point in Manual Mode

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Manual temperature alarm not enabled or alarm range not set (common)
First check

Insert temperature probe into probe jack

Test point
Probe jack on control panel
Expected
Temperature probe fully seated in jack

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Optional equipment malfunctions caution

Mounted optional equipment does not operate correctly per its operation manual

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Optional equipment defective or misconfigured (unknown)
First check

Test optional equipment operation per operation manual

Test point
Optional equipment functional tests
Expected
Optional equipment functions per operation manual

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Optional equipment not securely mounted patient safety

Mounted optional devices are loose, rattle, or are at risk of shifting or falling

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Equipment mounting hardware loose or missing (unknown)
First check

Verify all optional equipment securely mounted

Test point
All mounted optional equipment and mounting hardware
Expected
All equipment firmly mounted and immobile when pressed or shaken

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Patient overheating during seven minute warmup period patient safety

Radiant heater operates at maximum power during warmup, potentially overheating patient if mode not changed

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Warmup mode maintains 100% heater power for seven minutes (common)
First check

Verify warmup period duration and heater power reduction

Test point
Heater output
Expected
100% power for 7 minutes, then drops to 50% (10-15 mW/cm2)

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Power connector brackets missing or loose caution

Plug retaining brackets for power cord or accessory outlets are not in place or are loose on control panel back

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Brackets removed or not installed (unknown)
First check

Verify presence and security of all plug retaining brackets

Test point
Back of control panel power and accessory outlets
Expected
All brackets present and secure

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Power cord accessories not properly secured caution

Plug retaining brackets for power cord and accessory outlets are loose or missing

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Plug retaining brackets loose or missing (unknown)
First check

Verify plug retaining brackets are present and secure

Test point
Back of control panel
Expected
All brackets in place and secure

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Power cord damaged high voltage

Visual inspection reveals cuts, burns, or other damage to power cord insulation or connectors

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Power cord physically damaged (unknown)
First check

Visual inspection of entire power cord length

Test point
Power cord from mains to unit connector
Expected
No cuts, burns, discoloration, or damage to insulation or connectors

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Prompt tone does not begin at startup

After power-on with both mains and standby switches activated, audible prompt tone is not heard

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Audio system muted or speaker defective (occasional)
First check

Verify prompt tone begins after startup

Test point
Speaker output
Expected
Audible prompt tone heard

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Prompt tone does not sound at startup

After power on in standby mode, the audible prompt tone does not begin

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Speaker or audio circuit failure (unknown)
First check

Listen for audible prompt tone during power-on

Test point
Unit speaker and audio output
Expected
Prompt tone audible after standby switch on

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Skin temperature probe does not read increases patient safety

After connecting baby temperature probe and warming probe with fingers, baby temperature reading does not increase on display

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Temperature probe defective, disconnected, or connection fault (unknown)
First check

Verify temperature probe jack connection

Test point
Temperature probe jack on right side of bed
Expected
Probe connector seated and secure

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Software revision does not display at startup

After power on, software revision message does not appear on display

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Firmware or display boot sequence failure (unknown)
First check

Observe display during startup sequence

Test point
Main control panel display
Expected
Software revision appears after power-on

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System electrical failure detected high voltage

Electrical failure detected in warmer. System automatically shuts off heater and triggers two-tone audio alarm that cannot be silenced. Warmer is unsafe to use.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Internal electrical fault in warmer system (unknown)
First check

Identify error message before shutdown

Test point
Display screen
Expected
Error message displayed before two-tone alarm

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System failure alarm activates patient safety

System failure automatically shuts off the heater and triggers a two-tone audio alarm that cannot be silenced when an electrical failure is detected

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Internal electrical failure detected (rare)
First check

Note error message and power off unit

Test point
Control panel display
Expected
Error message displayed on screen

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Temperature probe failure detected patient safety

Difference between the two thermistors in the skin probe is greater than 0.5°C for over 6 minutes. Alarm activates.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Probe internal sensor mismatch or probe failure (common)
First check

Verify thermistor readings in probe

Test point
Temperature probe sensors
Expected
Thermistor difference <0.5°C

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Temperature probe failure: thermistors differ by 0.5°C or more patient safety

Alarm activates when the difference between the two thermistors in the skin probe exceeds 0.5°C for more than 6 minutes

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Temperature probe is defective and must be replaced (common)
First check

Replace the temperature probe

Test point
Temperature probe assembly
Expected
New probe installed and functioning normally

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Unapproved equipment connected to accessory outlets patient safety

Non-standard or unauthorized equipment connected to warmer accessory outlets creating safety or interference risk

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Operator connects incompatible or unapproved accessory equipment (occasional)

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Unit does not isolate from mains using standby switch high voltage

Standby switch on probe panel will not isolate device from supply mains; only rear mains power switch achieves isolation

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Standby switch design does not provide full isolation (unknown)

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Unit enters power fail alarm condition patient safety

Single red LED lit at left side of alarm light display; audible alarm is repeating series of three rapid beeps separated by short pause

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Loss of mains power (common)

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Unit has damaged or missing parts caution

Visual inspection reveals broken, cracked, or absent components

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Damaged or missing parts present on unit (unknown)
First check

Inspect entire unit for damage or missing parts

Test point
All external components
Expected
No damage or missing parts

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Unit not isolated from mains when standby switch used high voltage

Operator uses standby switch expecting isolation; device remains powered from wall outlet

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Standby switch does not isolate mains power (common)
First check

Verify device is fully isolated from mains

Test point
Rear of unit
Expected
Mains power switch in OFF position

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Unit unstable on casters patient safety

Unit rocks, tilts, or does not move smoothly on wheels; caster brakes fail to hold unit in place

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Casters not in firm contact with floor or caster brakes defective (unknown)
First check

Verify all casters in firm contact with floor

Test point
All four casters
Expected
All casters firmly seated on floor

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Warmer does not heat or preheating incomplete patient safety

Warmup Mode not starting, heater not reaching full power, display shows incomplete warming

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Baby not admitted before warmup timeout (common)
First check

Verify unit is in Warmup Mode

Test point
Display screen
Expected
Display shows 'Warming...' or 'Warmup Complete…'

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Weight above maximum on scale caution

Alarm activates when weight on the scale exceeds 8 kilograms (17.6 lb)

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Other objects placed on scale in addition to infant (common)
First check

Verify only infant weight on scale

Test point
Scale platform
Expected
Only infant on scale; weight under 8 kg (17.6 lb)

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Weight on scale exceeds maximum caution

Weight detected on scale is above 8 kilograms (17.6 lb). Alarm activates.

Ranked causes

  1. 1. Objects other than baby on scale or baby overweight for scale (common)
First check

Verify only baby is on scale

Test point
Scale surface
Expected
Weight ≤8 kg (17.6 lb)

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Error codes

CodeMeaningTriggerSeverity
Baby Cold - Check Temp ProbeBaby's skin temperature falls below set point by 1.0°C or more (low priority) or 2.0°C or more (high priority)Temperature reading 1.0°C below set in Baby Modewarning
Baby Hot - Check Temp ProbeBaby's skin temperature exceeds set point by 1.0°C or more (low priority) or 2.0°C or more (high priority)Temperature reading 1.0°C above set in Baby Modewarning
Callback Timer CompleteSet reminder timer has reached target timeCurrent callback timer reaches its programmed target timeinfo
Check BabyRadiant heater has been running at high power for extended time; safety check reminderBaby Mode: 100% radiant power for >12 minutes; Manual Mode: >25% power for >12 minuteswarning
Check Baby-Heat OffInfant check alarm ignored for 3 minutes; heater automatically shut off as safety measureCheck Baby alarm unanswered for 3 minutes after 15+ minutes at high heater powercritical
Check Baby - Heat OffHeater forcibly shut off after sustained high power and unanswered Check Baby alarm100% power (Baby Mode) or >25% (Manual Mode) for >15 min with Check Baby alarm unanswered 3 mincritical
Confirm Probe Jack ConnectionTemperature probe jack is unplugged or probe not inserted when Manual Temperature Alarm is setBaby Mode: probe jack unplugged; Manual Mode: no probe in jack with Manual Temp Alarm setwarning
System FailureInternal electrical failure detected; heater disabled; unsuppressible alarm activeElectrical failure detected by system self-checkcritical
Temp Probe FailureTemperature probe internal sensors are mismatched or probe is defectiveDifference in the two thermistors in skin probe exceeds 0.5°C for more than 6 minuteswarning
Weight Above MaximumScale detects weight exceeding safe operating limitWeight on scale exceeds 8 kilograms (17.6 lb)warning

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