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Troubleshooting AMX
Error Number
TEST 03 FAILED
Error Code / System Message
TEST 03 FAILED - Auxiliary/external RAM test failed
Error Question
What does TEST 03 FAILED mean on a GE AMX-Series mobile X-ray?
Short Answer
TEST 03 FAILED: Auxiliary/external RAM test failed.
Possible Causes
External RAM test patterns could not be written/read correctly. Preserve data form bottom of RAM to top of Data Base. Does not preserve data abovetop of Data Base. Error Code 83 Hex is recorded in the Error Log for a failure.
Troubleshooting Steps
Check RAM devices and associated circuitry. Check RMA and it's associated circuity. Make sure RAMis in the correct socket. Check the microprocessor. Check the option switch. S96 on CPU 46-232828 or S75 on CPU 46-264974, to see that RAM is selected. Option switch 1 must be in the On (closed) position. Closed = 2k of RAM. Open = 4k of RAM. Change RAM chip first on CPU board U54 abd U107. If it still not work, the LVLE Power Supply is bad and need to be replace.
Parts Areas to Check
CPU board; memory/timer/A-D circuitry identified by the test
For Related Models
AMX-4, AMX-4+, Definium AMX 700
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