PDF Indico 100l Service Manual 740914 - Compress
PDF Indico 100l Service Manual 740914 - Compress
PDF Indico 100l Service Manual 740914 - Compress
CPI Canada
Canada Inc .
PRE-INSTALLATION 1
SERVICE
INSTALLATION 2
AND
INSTALLATION
INTERFACING, PROGRAMMING, AND 3
MANUAL CALIBRATION
ACCEPTA
ACCEPTANCE
NCE TESTING
TESTING 4
TROUBLESHOOTING 5
REGULAR MAINTENANCE 6
THEORY OF OPERATION 7
SPARES 8
SCHEMATICS 9
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CHAPTER 1
PRE-INSTALLATION
CONTENTS:
Section
Section
1.1.0 INTRODUCT
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1.3.0 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION..
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1.1.0 INTRODUCTION
This chapter summarizes the main features of the 30 kW, 37.5 kW, and 50 kW, 100 kHz X-ray generator
(performance, regulatory and compatibility). Safety information is provided, along with environmental,
room and installation requirements. This chapter concludes with a pre-installation checklist and a diagram
showing the major component layout.
The information in this chapter is provided in order for the installer to be able to plan the site
layout prior to installation of the generator.
Depending on model, the X-ray generator is intended for use in radiographic only stationary X-ray
systems used for medical, chiropractic, or veterinary diagnostic purposes. The X-ray generator consists
of a main power cabinet, and a control console. The main power cabinet contains the HT tank and control
circuits, the filament drivers, the low speed starter, and interface connections to the room equipment.
The control console allows the operator to select the technique factors, image receptors, etc.,
and to initiate an X-ray exposure. The console also contains the AEC interface connections.
1.1.2 Features
The following are the main features of and the options available for the generator:
• Integral low speed starter, compatible with X-ray tubes with type “R” stator.
• 24 VAC 150 watts power source for collimator lamp.
• 24 VDC 75 watts power source for system locks.
• Optional AEC. Interfaces with 2 A.I.D. ion chambers.
1.1.3 Radiographi
Radiographic
c Performance
1.1.4 Environmen
Environmental
tal Specifications
OPERATING
Ambient
Ambient temperat
temperature
ure rrange
ange 10 to 40 °C (50 to 104 °F).
Relative humidity 20 to 80%, non condensing.
Atmospheric
Atmos pheric pressure
pressure range
range 500 to 1060 hPa
hPa (375 to 795 mm Hg).
Hg).
This series of X-ray generators complies with some or all of the following regulatory and design standards as
indicated in the table below.
A) SAFETY
• UL187.
• FDA Center for Devices & Radiological Health (CDRH) - 21 CFR title 21 subchapter J (USA).
• Radiation Emitting Devices Act - C34 (Canada).
• Medical Device Regulations (Canada).
• EC Directive 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices (European Community).
• EN 60601-1/IEC 60601-1, EN60601-2-7/IEC 60601-2-7, CSA 601.1, UL2601.1
-Type of protection against electric shock: Class I equipment.
-Degree of protection against electric shock: Not classified.
-Degree of protection against harmful ingress of water: Ordinary equipment.
-Mode of operation: Continuous operation with intermittent loading (standby - exposure).
-Equipment not suitable for use in presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or
with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• EN 60601-1-4/IEC 60601-1-4, EN ISO 14971.
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70 % UT 70 % UT
(30 % dip in U T) (30 % dip in UT)
< 5 % UT < 5 % UT
(> 95 % dip in UT) (> 95 % dip in UT)
for 5 s for 5 s
Power frequency 3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at
(50/60 Hz) levels characteristic of a typical location in a
IEC 61000-4-8 typical commercial or hospital environment
NOTE: UT is the A.C. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
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NOTE 1 These guidelines may not apply all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption
and reflection from structures, objects and people.
NOTE 2 It is essential that the actual shielding effectiveness and filter attenuation of the shielded location be
verified to assure that they meet the minimum specification.
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Field strengths fr from
om fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and
land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted
theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an
electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the
VZW2554 series of X-ray generators is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the X-ray
generator should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional
measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the X-ray generator.
1.1.6 Electromagnet
Electromagnetic
ic Compatibili
Compatibility
ty (EMC)
In accordance with the intended use, some models of this series of X-ray generators comply with the
European Council Directive concerning Medical Devices as per the table in this section. The CE marking
affixed to this product signifies this. One of the harmonized standards of this Directive defines the
permitted levels of electromagnetic emission from this equipment and its required immunity from the
electromagnetic emissions of other devices.
It is not possible, however, to exclude with absolute certainty the possibility that other high frequency
electronic equipment, which is fully compliant to the EMC regulations, will not adversely affect the
operation of this generator. If the other equipment has a comparatively high level of transmission power
and is in close proximity to the generator, these EMC concerns (the risk of interference) may be more
pronounced. It is therefore recommended that the operation of equipment of this type such as mobile
telephones, cordless microphones and other similar mobile radio equipment be restricted from the vicinity
of this X-ray generator.
1.2.0 SAFETY
The following advisory symbols are used on the safety warning labels, and/or on circuit boards, and/or on
the operator console.
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WARNING: THIS X-RAY UNIT MAY BE DANGEROUS TO PATIENT AND OPERATOR UNLESS
SAFE EXPOSURE FACTORS AND OPERATING
OPERA TING INSTRUC
INSTRUCTIONS
TIONS ARE OBSERVED.
OB SERVED.
WARNING: PROPER USE AND SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES WITH RESPECT TO X-RAY
GENERATORS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF USERS OF SUCH GENERATORS.
CPI CANADA INC. PROVIDES INFORMATION ON ITS PRODUCTS AND
ASSOCIATED HAZARDS, BUT ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBIL
RESPONSIBILITIES
ITIES FOR AFTER-
SALE OPERATING AND SAFETY PRACTICES.
THE MANUFACTURER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY GENERATOR
NOT MAINTAINED OR SERVICED ACCORDING TO THIS SERVICE AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL, OR FOR ANY GENERATOR THAT HAS BEEN MODIFIED
IN ANY WAY.
THE MANUFACTURER ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR X-RAY
RADIATION OVEREXPOSURE OF PATIENTS OR PERSONNEL RESULTING FROM
POOR OPERATING TECHNIQUES OR PROCEDURES.
X-ray radiationofexposure
over periods may be
many months ordamaging to .health,
even years.
years with some
Operators effects being
and service cumulative
personnel shouldandavoid
extending
any
exposure to the primary beam
beam and take protective measures to safeguard against scatter radiation.
Scatter radiation is caused by any object in the path of the primary beam and may be of equal or less
intensity than the primary beam that exposes the film.
No practical design can incorporate complete protection for operators or service personnel who do not
take adequate safety precautions. Only authorized and properly trained service and operating
personnel should be allowed to work with this X-ray generator equipment. equipment . The appropriate
personnel must be made aware of the inherent dangers associated with the servicing of high voltage
equipment and the danger of excessive exposure to X-ray radiation during system operation.
Do not connect unapproved equipment to the rear of the console. J1 and J12 on the
CPU board are used for interconnect cables to the generator main cabinet. J1 and J2
on the optional AEC board are the AEC inputs from the AEC chamber(s). J5 and J6
are CAEC inputs ONLY. INCORRECT CONNECTIONS OR USE OF UNAPPROVED
EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
DAMAGE .
CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED THE TUBE MAXIMUM OPERATING LIMITS. INTENDED LIFE AND
RELIABILITY WILL NOT BE OBTAINED UNLESS GENERATORS ARE OPERATED
WITHIN PUBLISHED
PUBL ISHED SPECIFICATIONS.
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES EXIST INSIDE THE GENERATOR `WHENEVER THE MAIN
POWER DISCONNECT IS SWITCHED ON. THESE AREAS INCLUDE THE MAIN
FUSEHOLDER AND ASSOCIATED
A SSOCIATED CIRCUITS ON THE
THE POWER INPUT BOARD.
THE CONSOLE ON/OFF SWITCH DOES NOT DISCONNECT THE MAIN POWER
FROM THE ABOVE AREAS
A REAS INSIDE THE GENERATOR.
This subsection defines the safety labels used inside and outside the generator cabinet.
This information is provided to help you establish safe operating conditions for both you and your X-ray
generator. Do not operate this X-ray generator except in accordance with these instructions, and any
additional information provided by the X-ray generator manufacturer and / or competent safety
authorities.
WHEN CONNECTING
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL EQUIPMEN
EQUIPMENT
T TO THE GENERATOR, IT IS THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO VERIFY COMPLIANCE TO ALL LOCAL
REGULATORY STANDARDS FOR SAFETY, EMC, AND HAZARD ANALYSIS /
RISK A SSESSMENT
SSESSMENT OF THE FINAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.
CONFIGURATION.
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This label is attached to a cover over the inverter board(s). The inverter assembly is connected to the
main DC bus and will have high voltage applied at all times that the generator is switched on. This
assembly will remain energized for 5 minutes after either the generator is switched off via the console, or
the main disconnect is switched off.
This label is also attached to a cover over the main input fuses on the power input board. This area will
have mains voltage applied as long as the main disconnect is switched on.
Weight Label
This label is attached to the main cabinet and to the HT oil tank, and states the approximate weight of the
main cabinet and the HT oil tank. This label cautions against attempting to lift those assemblies without
proper assistance.
DC Buss Label
This label is attached to the main access panel on the generator cabinet. The internal capacitors may
hold a lethal charge for up to 5 minutes after the console
cons ole or the main power disconnect is switched off. Do
not remove the cover for a minimum of 5 minutes after the power has been switched off.
WARNING: WAIT A MI
MINIMUM
NIMUM OF 5 MINUTES AFTER THE INPUT MAINS POWER HAS BEEN
REMOVED BEFORE REMOVING ANY COVERS OR ACCESS PANELS. ONCE THE
COVER(S) / PANEL(S) ARE REMOVED CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE ACROSS THE
DC BUS CAPACITORS
CA PACITORS IS LESS THAN 48 VDC BEFORE SERVICING.
This label is attached to the main access panel on the generator cabinet. High voltage is present within
this cabinet at all times that the mains power is switched on.
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Caution HV Label
This label is attached to the resonant assembly. The resonant board will have exposed high voltage at all
times that the DC bus is charged.
Danger HV Label
This label is attached to the primary terminals on the HT oil tank. These terminals may be energized at all
times that the generator is switched on, and for 5 minutes after the console or the main disconnect is
switched off.
110 VAC is present on this board at all times that the generator is switched ON.
AEC Board
Some versions of AEC board will have high voltage present. This only applies to AEC boards
fitted with a high voltage supply for ion chambers, and can be recognized by the presence of
the high voltage supply components within the dashed outline on the right side of the board.
No high voltage hazard exists on this board if these components are not fitted.
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: High voltage is present on this board whenever the generator is
connected to live AC mains.
The DC bus capacitors will remain charged for up to 5 minutes after the generator has been
switched off.
BURN HAZARD: Power
HAZARD: Power input boards for single phase generators are fitted with several high
power resistors that operate at temperatures sufficient to cause skin burn. Ensure that these
resistors have cooled sufficiently after the power has been switched off before
be fore servicing.
FUSE RATING:
RATING: Fuse F1 is located on the generator chassis, to the left of the main input
fuses on the power input board.
Single phase generators: FNM-3 (3A 250V).
Three phase generators: FNQ-2 (2A 500V).
FUSE RATING
RATING (three phase generators): On three phase generators, F2 is located on the
generator chassis, to the left of the main input fuses on the power input board. (For single-
phase generators, the fuse for the primary of this
th is transformer is on the power input board).
Fuse type and rating (three phase generators):
gen erators): FNQ-1 (1A 500V).
Inverter Board
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: The inverter board(s) are connected to the main DC bus and will
have high voltage applied at all times that the generator is switched on. This assembly will
remain energized for up to 5 minutes after the generator is switched off, or the main
disconnect is switched off.
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HT Tank
The maximum heat output of the main cabinet is 500 watts, with 20 watts maximum heat output for the
console. Both the main cabinet and the console are convection cooled. Cooling slots underneath and on
the sides of the main cabinet must not be obstructed, and sufficient clearance must be provided to allow
adequate air flow for proper cooling. The console should
s hould never be covered while it is switched on.
30 kW Single Phase
Line Voltage 230 VAC ± 10%, 1 phase.
Line Frequency 50/60 Hz.
Momentary Current 185 Amps.
Standby Current 5 Amps.
30 kW Three Phase
Line Voltage 400 VAC ± 10%, 3 phase.
50 kW Three Phase
Line Voltage 400 VAC ± 10%, 3 phase.
The following table defines the power line requirements for the generators.
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING TABLE CONTAINS RECOMMENDED VALUES FOR THE WIRE SIZES
BETWEEN THE MAINS DISCONNECT AND THE GENERATOR. THE ACTUAL VALUES
USED AT AN
(VOLTAGE INSTALLATION
LEVEL) ARE DEPENDENT
THE CURRENT ON THE
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALITY OF THE
THE LENGTH INPUT
OF THE LINE
CABLE
RUN AND MUST BE CONFIRMED BY THE INSTALLER.
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30 kW 1 Generator
230 VAC #4 185 A 120 A 45 kVA #4 0.06 Ω
2 2
(21 mm ) (21 mm )
37.5 kW 1 Generator
230 VAC #2 235 A 120 A 60 kVA #2 0.048 Ω
2 2
(33 mm ) (33 mm )
30 kW 3 Generator
400 VAC #6 60 A 100 A 40 kVA #6 0.30 Ω
2 2
(13.3 mm ) (13.3 mm )
37.5 kW 3 Generator
50 kW 3 Generator
400 VAC #6 100 A 100 A 65 kVA #6 0.17 Ω
2 2
(13.3 mm ) (13.3 mm )
POWER LINE:
• A suitable ground must be connected from the disconnect switch to the main generator ground,
located to the left of the main fuse block on the power input board. The ground wire is typically part of
the line cord, and the current capacity of the ground conductor must normally be equal to or greater
than that of the line conductors.
• If a neutral line is provided with the system, under no circumstances is it to be used for ground
purposes. The ground conductor must carry fault currents only.
STATOR CABLE:
• Use of a shielded stator cable is recommended. The shield for the stator cable must be properly
grounded at the chassis ground studs as per chapter 2.
The main generator cabinet is self standing and does not need to be supported. However, the installation
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DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MM)
SPACERS
FILE: IN_MTG.C
IN_MTG.CDR
DR SUPPLIED BY
CUSTOMER
(4 PLACES)
Figure 1-1:
1-1: Anchorin g plates for securing t he generator
generator
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VIEW
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FILE: IN_MTG2.CDR
Figure 1 -2:
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generator
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Figure 1-4 shows the seismic center location for the generator main cabinet.
7 6
(178) (152)
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3 4
1 3
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INCHES
DIMENSIONS ARE IN (MM)
INDICO L SEISMIC.CDR
CHECK DESCRIPTION
Is there an unloading area to transport the generator from the delivery truck to
the inside of the building?
If the installation is not on the same floor as the delivery entrance, is there an
elevator available?
Is there a transport dolly or similar device to move the generator?
Do any regulatory bodies need to be notified prior to installation?
If movers are required, have arrangements for time and equipment been
completed?
Are lifting straps or some
some other suitable device available to lift the generator off
the shipping pallet?
The following is a checklist of recommended tools and test equipment for installation and calibration of
the generator.
CHECK DESCRIPTION
General handtools for installation: Wrenches, nut drivers, assortment of
screwdrivers, pliers, etc.
If the generator is to be anchored to the floor, suitable hardware and drills, drill
bits etc must be available.
A supply of connectors for
for wiring: terminal lugs, caps, splices etc.
A calibrated DVM which indicates true RMS voltages.
Dual trace memory oscilloscope with a minimum 20 MHz bandwidth;
appropriate leads, probes, etc.
Device for measuring true kVp. This may be a Dynalyzer equivalent or a non-
invasive meter such as the Keithley TRIAD system.
A calibrated radiation meter with detectors that will allow for R/min and uR
type measurements (or uGy and Gy/min).
A suitable mA / mAs meter.
A strobe or reed type tachometer to verify that the anode is rotating up to
speed.
A sufficient selection of patient absorbers to allow AEC calibr
calibration
ation if this option
is fitted. A suggested selection is 3/4 inch Al (quantity 2); 1 mm of Cu (quantity
8), Water in containers of 5.0. 10.0, 15.0 cm thickness.
Vapor proof compound for the HT terminations.
X-RAY TUBES:
Refer to the compatibility statement/product description at the end of this chapter, for compatibility.
NOTE THE STATOR WARNING BELOW.
AEC DEVICES:
BUCKY:
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The dimensions and weight of the generator are shown in the table below.
Figures 1-4 and 1-5 show the major components located inside the main cabinet.
REAR
TOP VIEW
LEFT OF RIGHT
SIDE GENERATOR SIDE
CABINET
FRONT
POWER SUPPLY
CONTROL BOARD INVERTER BOARD
(DEPENDING ON MODEL,
MAY USE ONE OR TWO
CUSTOMER INTERFACE INVERTER BOARDS)
BOARD
DC BUS ASSEMBLY
FILAMENT BOARD (1 PHASE UNITS ONLY)
AUXILIARY BOARD
HT OIL TANK
FILE: SM_SUBID.C
SM_SUBID.CDR
DR
RESONANT
BOARD
POWER INPUT
BOARD
MAIN INPUT
FUSES
LOW SPEED
STARTER
BOARD
AUXILIARY
AUXILIARY
POWER FUSE
POWER SUPPL
SUPP LY
AUXILIARY
AUXILIARY
TRANSFORMER
24V INTERFACE/
CONSOLE POWER
TRANSFORMER
ACCESS COVER
COVER
SHOWN REMOVED
SM_SUB1.CDR
Figure 1-6: Major generator subassemblies view 2
Any questions regarding X-ray generator operation should be directed to the Customer Support Department as
shown on the inside cover page of this manual.
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CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
CONTENTS:
2.5.5 High
2.5.6 Power Line Mains
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2.5.7 X-Ray Tube Housing Ground..................
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2.5.8 Room Equipment......................................................................................................................................2-10
2.5.9 Safety Interlocks................
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2.6.1 Low Speed Starter Tube Select Table ......... ..................
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2.6.2 Low Speed Starter Boost Voltage Selection .......... ...................
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2.6.3 Low Speed Starter Run Voltage Selection...........
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2.6.4 Low Speed Starter Boost Time Selection ...........................
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2.1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Chapter contains instructions for unpacking, positioning, and cabling the X-ray generator, allowing
for initial power-up and tube auto calibration.
2.2.0 UNPACKING
THE HT OIL TANK IS LOCATED IN THE MAIN CABINET. ONE PERSON SHOULD
NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT OR MOVE THIS ASSEMBLY WITHOUT PROPER
EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMEN T OR ASSISTANCE.
1. Inspect the pack for evidence of shipping damage. If there is evidence of shipping damage, note
this in the event that a damage claim is justified.
2. Remove the cardboard outer pack. See the cautionary note below before removing the pack.
CAUTION: OPEN THE CARDBOA RD PACK CAREFULL Y. SHARP TOOLS MAY DAMAGE THE
CONTENTS.
4. Unscrew the bolts that secure the generator to the shipping pallet. Carefully lift the generator
from the pallet. Refer to 2.3.0 for the procedure for lifting the generator.
6. Unscrew the leveling feet at the bottom of the generator by a minimum of 1 ½ in. (35 mm). This
will provide the required airflow underneath the generator cabinet and allow room to make
leveling adjustments when the generator is placed in its final location.
8. Unpack the manuals and any other paperwork that may be packed with the generator.
9. Keep the shipping containers. In case of shipping damage, place the unit(s) back in its shipping
pack and notify the carrier and the Customer Support Department as shown on the inside cover
page of this manual.
One of the following methods is recommended for lifting or moving the generator. Proper equipment or
sufficient help is necessary to lift the unit. Refer to figure 2-1 for identification of the panels referenced
below.
• Lifting straps may be used with a hoist to raise the generator. The straps should be placed under the
generator cabinet and along the four sides to properly support the cabinet.
• Remove the main access panel and the rear wiring access panel from the generator cabinet
Temporarily disconnect the ground wire(s) from the cover(s). The metal cross brace found at the front
of the cabinet (below the circuit board mounting panel) may be used, in conjunction with the lip at the
upper edge of the opening for the rear wiring access panel, as lifting points. Two people (one on each
side) will be required to lift the generator cabinet.
Be sure to properly reconnect the ground leads when the covers are reinstalled.
Figure 2-1:
2-1: Ge
Generator
nerator lifting points
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Place the generator cabinet in a location that will allow the following:
• Easy front and side access for service and sufficient clearance at the rear for room interface cables.
Refer to Chapter 1.
• Air circulation - a minimum height of 1 ½ in. (35 mm) is recommended to allow airflow underneath the
generator.
• Stable footing - the leveling feet at the bottom of the cabinet will be used to prevent movement during
normal operation.
• Close proximity to service disconnect boxes - cables should not be on the floor where they could be
stepped on.
2.4.2
2.4.2 Contro l Conso le
Position the control console in its intended location and ensure that it is stable. Refer to Chapter 1.
• If the console is located on a shelf, supply index pins or equivalent hardware to the base of the
console to prevent slipping.
• Ensure that the console is mounted at a height and angle to allow easy viewing of the displays.
• Leave sufficient slack in the cabling to the console to allow for future service and maintenance.
NOTE: IT IS RECOMME
RECOMMENDED
NDED THAT THE CONSOLE CABCABLES
LES NOT BE DISASSEMBL
DISASSEMBLED
ED
FOR SYSTEM INSTALLATION. HOWEVER, IF THIS IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY
TO ROUTE THE CABLES, PLEASE ENSURE CAREFUL AND CORRECT
REASSEMBLY OF THE CONNECTOR SHELL TO AVOID ANY POSSIBILITY OF
PINCHING OF THE
THE INTERNAL WIRES B Y THE SHELL.
YOU MAY CHOOSE TO TEMPORARILY LOCATE THE CONSOLE NEAR THE GENERATOR FOR
INITIAL PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATION. IF THIS IS SO, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FINAL
CONSOLE INSTALLATION PER THIS SECTION WHEN THE GENERATOR INSTALLATION IS
COMPLETED.
Unless specified otherwise, it is suggested that all cables be routed into the generator main cabinet
through the wiring access panel on the rear of the cabinet. The cables should be secured to the lip on the
access panel using tie wraps or equivalent fasteners.
All cables
cab les should be routed away from high vol
voltage
tage areas in the main cabin
cabinet,
et, and dressed and
secured neatly in place. Cables should be cut to the correct length if possible as excess cabling may
contribute to EMI/RFI problems. For those cables that cannot be cut to the correct length (HT cables and
console cables
are in effect for example), try to minimize the area inside any loops of excess cable, as these loops
an antenna.
EXCESS LENGTHS OF CABLING MUST NEVER BE BUNDLED UP AND STORED INSIDE THE
GENERATOR.
2.5.1
2.5.1 Contro l Conso le
1. Locate and unbundle the 37 conductor console cable. The free end of this cable is routed out of
the generator main cabinet through the access panel on the rear of the cabinet. Connect the free
end of this cable to J1 on the rear of the console. Ensure that the screw locks are fully tightened
to secure the connector to the console. For reference, the other end of this cable is connected to
board.
J1 on the power supply control board.
2. Locate
the and unbundle
generator the 25through
main cabinet conductor consolepanel
the access cable.onThe
thefree
rearend of this
of the cableConnect
cabinet. is routed out
the of
free
end of this cable to J12 on the rear of the console. Ensure that the screw locks are fully tightened
to secure the connector to the console. For reference, the other end of this cable is connected to
board.
J6 on the customer interface board.
3. Figure 2-2 shows the designations of the connectors on the rear panel of the control console.
Do not connect unapproved equipment to the rear of the console. J1 and J12 on the CPU
board are used for the interconnect cables to the generator main cabinet. J1 and J2 on the
AEC board
b oard are for conventional ion chamber AEC inputs, J5 and J6 are CAEC inputs used
for special applications only.
only. J1,
J1, J2, J5, and J6 are only available if the optional AEC board
is fitted. AEC chamber compatibility must be confirmed per chapter 3. INCORRECT
CONNECTIONS OR USE OF UNAPPROVED EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
DAMAGE.
Figure 2-2:
2-2: Re
Rear
ar of co ntrol consol e
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2.5.2
2.5.2 Hand Switc h (Optional)
Route the hand switch cable into the console via the cutout at the rear of the console. If using a CPI
supplied hand switch assembly, plug the 3-pin connector on the end of the hand switch cable into J9 on
the CPU board (observe orientation). If using a hand switch assembly without a mating connector for J9,
the hand switch connections may be made to the J9 solder pads on the CPU board in the console. Pin
assignments are as follows:
CPU BOA
BOARD
RD DEFINITION
DEFINITION
J9-1 X-ray
J9-2 Prep
J9-3 Common
The hand switch cable should be dressed and secured as required to prevent strain on the terminations
during normal use of the generator.
2.5.3
2.5.3 Stator Connect ion s
Refer to figure 2-3 for the X-ray tube stator and thermal switch connections.
1. Route the X-ray tube stator cable to the stator terminal block. This is shown in figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3:
2-3: Sta
Stator
tor c onnections to generator
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2.5.4
2.5.4 Thermal Switc h
2.5.5
2.5.5 Power Lin e Mains
Refer to Chapter 1 for generator power and generator power line requirements.
1. Pass the AC mains cable through the access hole located at the lower rear of the main cabinet.
2. Use an appropriate cable clamp to secure the mains cable at the cabinet entrance.
3. Temporarily remove the safety cover from the main fuses. Strip sufficient cable jacket to allow the
ground wire to reach the main ground connector located at the left side of the main fuse block.
Refer to figure 2-4.
4. Connect the ground wire to the chassis ground connector, and connect the mains power wires to
the terminals on the bottom of the main fuse holder (3 wires for 3 phase systems, 2 wires for
single phase systems as shown). Be sure to replace the main fuse safety cover after all
connections are made and properly tightened.
Figure 2-4:
2-4: Gene
Generator
rator mains connection
2.5.6
2.5.6 High Tension Cables
The X-ray tube should be mounted in its normal fixture i.e. tube stand or other device.
1 Verify that the HT cable terminations are clean, in good condition, and coated with vapor proof
compound.
2. Remove the dust caps which cover the high voltage terminals on the HT oil tank.
3. Connect the anode and cathode cables to the HT tank. Use the right angle connectors for the HT
transformer end. Ensure that the cables are plugged into the proper connectors on the HT tank.
Refer to figure 2-5.
4. Be sure that the HT cable connectors are tight and there is no play between the connector
insulator and the screw down ring.
Figure 2-5:
2-5: HV connector id entification
2.5.7
2.5.7 X-
X-Ray
Ray Tube Housin g Groun d
2
A separate ground wire (10 AWG, 6mm ) must be connected from the X-ray tube housing to one of the
ground studs on the HT tank. Refer to figure 2-5 for the location of these ground studs. These ground
locations may have other ground wires already connected, ensure that these existing ground wires are
not disconnected when making the X-ray tube ground connection.
Failure to make this ground connection may result in intermittent operation and/or exposure errors.
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2.5.8
2.5.8 Room Equipm ent
Refer to Chapter 3 for connection of the Buckys, interlocks, collimator lamp and system locks power, and
optional AEC chambers. It is suggested that these items not be connected until after the initial run-up of
the generator is complete, and the tube auto calibration routine has been performed as described near
the end of this Chapter.
2.5.9
2.5.9 Safety Interloc ks
The room door interlock switch must be wired to the generator as described in INPUTS in Chapter 3 prior
to power up. This switch will provide a closed contact when the door is closed.
PLEASE
PLEA SE BE SURE TO READ A ND UNDERSTAND THIS SECTION
SECTION FULLY
FULL Y BEFORE PROCEEDING.
732752- 00
Before continuing, note the part number of the low speed starter in the generator. Part number 732752-00
has a 33 µF phase-shift capacitor; part number 732752-01
732752- 01 has a 12.5 µF capacitor, and part number
732752-02
732752- 02 has
has a 45 µF capacitor. Confirm that the phase shift capacitor is compatible with the desired
tube(s), as listed in table 1 in Supplement 746026 which follows chapter 2.
If the desired tube type is not listed, please contact CPI product support for assistance.
2.6.1
2.6.1 Low Speed
Speed Starter Tube Select Table
2.6.2
2.6.2 Low Speed Starter Boo st Voltage Selection
Follow the steps below to verify and configure the correct low speed starter boost voltage.
1. Confirm the required BOOST VOLTAGE for the selected tube type per table 1 in supplement
746026, which follows chapter 2. The requirement for the vast majority of tubes in table 1 is 240
V. For tubes that require 120 V boost, this is noted along with the run voltage, boost time, etc for
that tube.
• Refer to figure 2-6 (power supply auxiliary transformer). Locate this transformer under the
power input board; refer to chapter 1 for details.
• If there is only one connection on the 120V tap on the power supply auxiliary transformer, the
boost voltage is set to 240 VAC.
• If there are two connections on the 120V tap, the boost voltage is set to 120 VAC.
• Confirm the correct boost voltage at F1 on the low speed starter board with a suitable
voltmeter.
• Go to 2.6.3 if the boost voltage is properly set for the selected tube type and therefore does
NOT need to be changed.
2. If the boost voltage tap on the power supply auxiliary transformer needs to be changed from
240V to 120V, proceed as follows:
• Loosen the clamping screws for the 240V tap and for the 120V tap.
• Move the boost voltage lead from the 240V tap to the 120V tap. The boost voltage lead is the
lead
leadsthat connects
on the directly
120V and to J1taps.
/ or 240V on the low speed starter board. Do not disturb the other
• Ensure that the wires are positioned between the two metal clamps on the transformer
terminal block.
• Retighten both of the clamping screws.
• Confirm the correct boost voltage at F1 on the low speed starter board with a suitable
voltmeter.
3. If the boost voltage tap on the power supply auxiliary transformer needs to be changed from
120V to 240V, proceed as follows:
• Loosen the clamping screws for the 120V tap and for the 240V tap.
• Move the boost voltage lead from the 120V tap to the 240V tap. The boost voltage lead is the
lead that connects directly to J1 on the low speed starter board. Do not disturb the other
leads on the 120V and / or 240V taps
• Ensure that the wires are positioned between the two metal clamps on the transformer
terminal block.
• Retighten both of the clamping screws.
• Confirm the correct boost voltage at F1 on the low speed starter board with a suitable
voltmeter.
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2.6.3
2.6.3 Low Speed Starter Run Voltage Selection
Follow the steps below to verify and configure the correct low speed starter run-voltage.
1. Note the required RUN VOLTAGE for the selected tube type per table 1 in Supplement 746026,
which follows chapter 2. Then confirm the low speed starter run-voltage in the generator. This is
determined by the run-voltage setting on the power supply auxiliary transformer. Refer to figure
2-6.
• Locate this transformer under the power input board; refer to chapter 1 for details.
• Locate the run-voltage output on the transformer. This will be set to the 52V, 73V, or 94V tap,
and must match the required run-voltage for the selected tube in table 1.
• Go to 2.6.4 if the run-voltage setting is correct for the selected tube type, and therefore does
NOT need to be changed.
2. If the run-voltage setting on the power supply auxiliary transformer needs to be changed, proceed
as follows:
• Loosen the clamping screws for the current run-voltage tap, and for the required run-voltage
tap.
• Move the run-voltage output lead from the current tap position to the required tap position
(52V, 73V, or 94V). Ensure that the wire is positioned between the two metal clamps on the
transformer terminal block.
• Retighten both of the clamping screws.
Figure 2-6:
2-6: Low s peed run-voltage tap selection
2.6.4
2.6.4 Low Speed Starter Boos t Time Selection
Follow the steps below to verify and configure the low speed starter boost time.
1. Ensure that jumper JW1 on the auxiliary board is in the “.15S” position. This sets the hardware
boost time to the minimum value. The boost time is then set in software as described below.
2. Refer to chapter 3, section 3.5.6 for the procedure for setting the actual boost time.
This section describes the procedure for initial power-on of the generator after it has first been installed.
2.7.1
2.7.1 Initial Voltage Measur
Measur ements
1. Verify that the mains voltage and current capacity is correct for the generator installation per
GENERATOR POWER REQUIREMENTS in Chapter 1 of this manual.
2. Temporarily remove the safety cover over the main input fuses in the generator.
3. If the mains supply is compatible with the generator, switch on the main breaker and/or the
disconnect switch and check for the following voltages:
NOTE: DO NOT SWITCH THE GENERATOR ON AT THIS TIME (ONLY THE AC MAINS TO
THE GENERATOR IS TO BE SWITCHED ON).
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2.7.1
2.7.1 Initial Voltage Measur
Measur ements (Cont)
4. Measure and record the voltage across the main line fuses in the generator. Single phase units
will only use one set of voltage measurements.
BEFORE CONTINUING, REFER TO SECTION 2.7.2 OR 2.7.3 FOR THE PROCEDURE FOR
ADJUSTING
ADJ USTING LINE VOLTAGE TAPS ON THE 24 V INTERFACE / CONSOLE POWER
TRANSFORMER AND ON THE POWER SUPPLY AUXILIARY
AUXIL IARY TRANSFORMER.
6. Switch OFF the mains power to the generator. Verify that there is no line voltage present, then
replace the safety cover on the main input fuse block.
7. Switch the mains power ON again, then switch the generator ON at the console.
8. Verify that the red LED (DC BUSS OK) located on the power input board in the main cabinet is lit.
___ Check.
9. Switch off the generator, then switch back ON after approximately 10 seconds. Observe the
startup sequence on the console APR display.
• The generator type / model may be briefly displayed.
• The software revision will be shown while the console runs a series of diagnostic tests.
10. Verify that the following LED’s on the auxiliary board in the main cabinet are lit:
D2 CNTCTR CLSD
D3 S.S. OK
D29 +12V
D30 -12V
D31 +/- 35V
2.7.2
2.7.2 Single Phase Primary Tap Selection
THIS SECTION APPLIES TO SINGLE PHASE GENERATORS ONLY. ENSURE THAT THE AC MAINS
IS SWITCHED OFF AND LOCKED OUT, AND THAT ALL CAPACITORS ARE DISCHARGED
BEFORE PROCEEDING.
PROCEEDING.
1. Note the position of the 208 / 240V tap on the power supply auxiliary transformer (this is factory
set to 240 VAC). Refer to figure 2-6, this shows the locations of the transformer taps.
2. Based on the line voltage measured in section 2.7.1, step 4, set the tap referenced in the
previous step as follows. Refer to figure 2-7, this shows the line voltage taps schematically.
• Use the 208V tap if the line voltage is 215 VAC or less.
• Use the 240V tap if the line voltage is 216 VAC or higher.
Figure 2-7:
2-7: Sche
Schematic,
matic, primary of po wer supply aux transformer
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2.7.2
2.7.2 Single Phase Primary Tap Sele
Selecti
cti on (Cont)
3. Note the position of the 208 / 230V tap on the 24V interface / console power transformer (this is
factory set to 230 VAC). Refer to figure 2-8, this shows the transformer as viewed from the left
side of the generator.
4. Based on the line voltage measured in section 2.7.1, step 4, set the 24V interface / console
power transformer primary voltage tap as follows:
• Black to pin 4 (208V tap) if the line voltage is 215 VAC or less.
• Black to pin 6 (230V tap) if the line voltage is 216 VAC or higher.
2.7.3
2.7.3 Three Phase Primary Tap Selection
THIS SECTION APPLIES TO 400 VAC THREE PHASE GENERATORS ONLY. NO TAP CHANGE IS
NEEDED ON 480 VAC UNITS.
ENSURE THAT THE AC MAINS IS SWITCHED OFF AND LOCKED OUT, AND THAT ALL
CAPACITORS A RE DISCHARGED BEFORE PROCEEDING.
1. Note the position of the 380 / 400V tap on the power supply auxiliary transformer (this is factory
set to 400 VAC). Refer to figure 2-6, this shows the locations of the transformer taps.
2. Based on the line voltage measured in section 2.7.1, step 4, set the tap referenced in the
previous step as follows. Refer to figure 2-7, this shows the line voltage taps schematically.
• Use the 380V tap if the line voltage is 389 VAC or less.
• Use the 400V tap if the line voltage is 390 VAC or higher.
It is recommended that the generator be tested at this point with only the rotor and high tension cables
connected. The generator should be able to complete an X-ray tube calibration and seasoning cycle
without other equipment connected to the generator (other than the basic interlocks as noted below). This
will allow for easier fault isolation as each section of the system is connected and tested.
Before being able to make X-ray exposures, the room door interlock must be closed and the
thermal switch must be closed.
closed.
Prior to beginning tube auto calibration (per the procedure in chapter 3), the tube(s) used in this
installation must be properly selected, and the generator kV and kW limits should be programmed. Refer
to chapter 3.
It is recommended that the tube(s) be conditioned (seasoned) before beginning tube auto
calibration; refer to chapter 6.
The room interface connections may now be completed. These items are described in 2.5.8.
• When finished all wiring, check that all connections are tight and secure.
• Check that all cables are dressed neatly inside the main cabinet, and secured as necessary.
• Reconnect any grounds that have been removed from covers. Then reinstall all covers before placing
the generator into service.
The optional CPI utility software allows for data communication between the console and an external
computer. This provides a “virtual storage oscilloscope” that displays key waveforms and displays data
not otherwise available, and allows uploading and downloading of EEPROM, tube, and APR data. It also
allows editing of film / screen names and APR text.
A computer with an RS-232 port (i.e. laptop) and a serial cable are required to run the utility
software and to interface to the console. The serial cable to connect to the console is a special cable that
must be ordered from the factory. The part number of this cable to order is 735184-00.
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SUPPLEMENT
TABLES
CONTENTS:
CONTENTS:
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This supplement contains the X-Ray Tube Stator Compatibility Tables for the Low Speed Starter and the
Dual Speed Starter.
The Dual Speed Starter table does not apply to the Indico 100L model.
25/50 ΩDO9
Comet stator DX9 0.6/2.0 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 732752-00
33 µF
25/50 Ω stator DX9 1.2/2.0
Comet DO9 DX91HS 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
25/50 Ω stator DX92HS
DX93HS
Comet DO10 DX10HS 0.6/1.0 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
25/50 Ω stator DX10HS 1.0/2.0
Comet DX10 DX101HS 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
25/50 Ω stator DX104HS
DX105HS
Comet XSTAR8 XST-8 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
XSTAR74 XST-74
25/50 Ω stator
Dunlee PX1300 PX1302 52 VAC 2.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
3” anode PX1312
“S” stator (15/30 Ω)
Dunlee PX1400 PX1429 52 VAC 2.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
4” anode PX1431
“S” stator (15/30 Ω) PX1436
PX1482
PX1483
GE Maxiray 75 0.6/1.0 11° 73 VAC 1.5 Sec 45 µF 732752-02
3” anode 0.6/1.5 15°
23/23 Ω equal 1.0/2.0 15°
impedance “E” stator
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B130
B150 A272
A282
Std “R”stator (16/50 A286
Ω) A292
G256
G292
Varian RAD13 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
Diamond RAD14 0.3/1.2
Std “R”stator (16/50 RAD14 0.6/1.2
Ω) RAD14 0.6/1.5
Varian RAD 8 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
Emerald RAD 68
Std “R” stator RAD 74
Varian RAD21 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
Saphire RAD56 0.6/1.0
Std “R” stator RAD56
RAD60 0.6/1.2
RAD92
RAD94
Varian DX62 A192B 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
300-400 kHu, A197
“STD” stator (23/56 Ω) A256
A272
A282
A286
A292
Varian DX62U A192B 52 VAC 1.5 Sec 33 µF 732752-00
Universal A197
300-400 kHu, A256
configured as “STD” or A272
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The Dual Speed Starter synthesizes its output frequencies independently of the line frequency and will operate all tubes at 60 and 180 Hz, unless a particular tube
only has published ratings to operate at 150 Hz, as indicated in the table. In this case, the starter will output 150 Hz when set
s et for these tubes.
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TUBE TYPE TUBE TYPE CODE H.S. H.S. H.S. H.S. BOOST L.S. L.S. H.S. L.S. DUAL SPD
(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
1........5
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
Comet DO10 DI106 0.3/0.8 10011 420 80 150 3.0 sec 2.2 sec 240 80 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
25/50 Ω stator DI106 0.6/1.0 * 735925-01
DI106 0.6/1.3 (See note 5
at end of
table)
this table)
Comet DI700 0.6/1.0 10011 420 80 150 3.0 sec 2.2 sec 240 80 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
DO700WX DI700 1.0/1.8 * 735925-01
25/50 Ω stator (See note 5
at end of
table)
this table)
Dunlee PX1300 PX1302 11100 240 120 100 3.0 sec 2.3 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
3” anode PX1312 * 735925-01
“S“ stator (See note 5
(15/30 Ω) at end of this
table))
table
Dunlee PX1400 PX1429 01100 240 120 100 3.0 sec 4.5 sec 240 70 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
4” anode PX1431 * 735925-01
“S” stator PX1436 (See note 5
(15/30 Ω) PX1482 at end of this
(see note 2 at PX1483 table))
table
end of this table)
Dunlee PX1400 PX1429 10000 400 120 100 3.0 sec 1.9 sec 240 70 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
4” anode PX1431 * 735925-01
“S” stator PX1436 (See note 5
(15/30 Ω) PX1482 at end of this
(see note 2 at table))
table
end of this table)
Dunlee PX1400 PX1429 10110 340 60 100 3.0 sec 1.0 sec 240 70 20 uF 60 uF 733317-02
4” anode PX1431 * 735925-02
“Q” stator PX1436
(6/12 Ω) PX1482
PX1483
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(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
1........5
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
GE Maxiray 75 1.0/2.0 15° 01110 400 90 80 2.0 sec 0.9 sec 230 70 7.5 uF 47 uF 733317-03
(3” anode) 0.6/1.0 11° * 735925-03
23/23Ω equal (See note 5
impedance “E” at end of this
stator table))
table
GE Maxiray 0.3/1.0 11° 00101 400 90 80 3.0 sec 1.0 sec 230 70 7.5 uF 47 uF 733317-03
100 (4” anode) 0.6/1.0 11° * 735925-03
23/23 Ω equal 0.6/1.2 11° (See note 5
impedance “E” 0.6/1.5 11° at end of this
stator 0.6/1.25 12.5° table))
table
1.0/2.0 15°
Gilardoni AR11-30 10101 LOW SPEED OPERATION ONLY 1.4 sec 220 60 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Rotagil AR30-60 (See note 1 at end of this table) 50 Hz 50 Hz * 735925-01
(See note 5
at end of this
table))
table
Gilardoni AR20-50 01101 340 60 80 3.0 sec 1.4 sec 220 60 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Rotagil AR30-100 150 Hz 150 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz * 735925-01
A/A5 AR40-100 (See note 5
at end of this
table))
table
IAE RTC 600HS 11011 440 100 120 1.8 sec 1.0 sec 220 80 5 uF 45 uF 733317-05
C52 Super RTC 700HS * 735925-05
C100 RTC 1000HS (See note 5
20/40 Ω stator RTM 101H/HS at end of this
RTM 102H/HS table))
table
IAE RTM 90H/HS 11011 440 100 120 1.8 sec 1.0 sec 220 80 5 uF 45 uF 733317-05
C52 RTM 92H/HS * 735925-05
C352 (See note 5
C52 Super at end of this
20/40 Ω stator table))
table
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(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
1........5
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
IAE RTM 78H/HS 11011 440 100 120 1.8 sec 1.0 sec 220 80 5 uF 45 uF 733317-05
C52 AP DX104 * 735925-05
C352 X40 (See note 5
20/40 Ω stator X50/AH at end of this
table))
table
IAE tubes Dual speed starters 733317-08 / 735925-08 are special configurations. These may be jumper- 5 uF 30 uF 733317-08
AND configured to support IAE tubes that require dual speed starter 733317-05 / 735925-05 per this table, or * 735925-08
standard “R” to support “R” type stators that use dual speed starter 733317-01 / 735925-01 per this table. Please 6 uF 31 uF
stator tubes refer to note 3 at
at the end of this section before attempting to us e this dual speed starter
configuration..
configuration
Philips RO 12/30 00000 LOW SPEED OPERATION ONLY 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
ROT350 (0.6/1.2) (See note 1 at end of this table) * 735925-01
ROT351 RO 17/50 (See note 5
(0.6/1.3) at end of this
table))
table
RO 20/50
(0.6/1.2)
RO 30/50
(1.2/1.8)
Philips SRO 25/50 00000 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.4 sec HIGH SPEED 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
ROT350 (0.6/1.0) OPERATION * 735925-01
ROT351 SRO 33/100 ONLY (See note 5
(0.6/1.2) (See note 1 at end of
this table) at end of this
table))
table
Philips RO 20/50 00000 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
ROT350 (0.6/1.2) * 735925-01
ROT351 (See note 5
at end of this
table))
table
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(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches
1........5 START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
Philips SRM 03/10 01111 420 50 150 3.0 sec 1.8 sec 240 50 12.5 uF 37.5 uF 733317-10
ROT500 (0.3/1.0) * 735925-10
Philips SRM 10/80 01111 420 50 150 3.0 sec 1.8 sec HIGH SPEED 12.5 uF 37.5 uF 733317-10
ROT500 (0.3/1.0) OPERATION * 735925-10
ONLY
(See note 1 at end of
this table)
Siemens BI 125/20/40 11101 400 90 80 3.0 sec 1.9 sec HIGH SPEED 5 uF N/A 733317-04
Biangulix 150 Hz 150 Hz OPERATION
8500 RPM ONLY
(configured for (See note 1 at end of
150 Hz this table)
operation)
Siemens 30/52R 00000 400 90 80 3.0 sec 1.9 sec HIGH SPEED 5 uF 45 uF 733317-05
Opti-150 20/40 OPERATION * 735925-05
“S” stator ONLY (See note 5
(See note 1 at end at end of this
of this table) table))
table
240
240 50
50
Siemens OptiTop 01011 400 80 120 3.0 sec 1.0 sec HIGH SPEED 5 uF 30 uF 733317-06
150/40/80HC-100L OPERATION * 735925-06
150/40/80HC-102L ONLY (See note 5
14/37 Ω stator (See note 1 at end at end of this
of this table) table))
table
240 80
Siemens Optilix 01011 400 80 120 3.0 sec 1.0 sec HIGH SPEED 5 uF 30 uF 733317-06
SV150/40/80C-100L OPERATION * 735925-06
SV150/30/50C-100L ONLY (See note 5
(See note 1 at end at end of this
of this table) table))
table
240 80
Siemens RAY12S_1, RAY14S_1 11111 400 50 150 3.0 sec 1.4 sec 240 50 5 uF 30 uF 733317-13
* 735925-
13
(See note 4
at end of
this table)
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(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
1........5
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
Toshiba E7252X 00100 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.2 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
XH-106V-2 E7813X * 735925-01
(See note 5
at end of
this table)
Toshiba E7239X 10111 220 60 80 3.0 sec 1.2 sec 130 50 6 uF 46 uF 733317-09
XH-106V-2 E7242X * 735925-09
XS-AL stator E7252X (See note 5
E7813X at end of
this table)
Toshiba E7132X 00000 LOW SPEED OPERATION ONLY 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
XH-121 E7239X (See note 1 at end of this table) * 735925-01
E7240X (See note 5
E7299X at end of
this table)
Toshiba E7242FX 00000 LOW SPEED OPERATION ONLY 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
XH-126 (See note 1 at end of this table) * 735925-01
(See note 5
at end of
this table)
Toshiba E7254X 10011 420 80 150 3.0 sec 2.2 sec 240 80 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
XH-157 E7254FX * 735925-01
E7255X (See note 5
at end of
this table)
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TUBE TYPE TUBE TYPE CODE H.S. H.S. H.S. H.S. BOOST L.S. L.S. H.S. L.S. DUAL SPD
(HOUSING) (INSERT) Switches START RUN BRAKE BRAKE TIME START RUN SHIFT SHIFT STARTER
1........5
VOLTS VOLTS VOLTS TIME VOLTS VOLTS CAPAC CAPAC PART NO.
Varian RAD13 00100 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.2 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Diamond RAD14 0.3/1.2 * 735925-01
Std “R” stator RAD14 0.6/1.2 (See note 5
RAD14 0.6/1.5 at end of
this table)
Varian RAD 8 00000 LOW SPEED OPERATION ONLY 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Emerald RAD 68 (See note 1 at end of this table) * 735925-01
Std “R” stator RAD 74 (See note 5
at end of
this table)
Varian RAD21 10100 400 100 100 3.0 sec 2.3 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Saphire RAD56 0.6/1.0 * 735925-01
Std “R” stator RAD56 0.6/1.2 (See note 5
(20/50 Ω) RAD60 at end of
RAD92 this table)
RAD94
Varian DX62 A192B 00000 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
300-400 kHu, A197 * 735925-01
“STD” stator A256 (See note 5
(23/56 Ω) A272 at end of
A282 this table)
A286
A292
Varian DX62U A192B 00000 400 100 100 3.0 sec 1.4 sec 240 50 6 uF 31 uF 733317-01
Universal A197 * 735925-01
300-400 kHu, A256 (See note 5
configured as A272 at end of
“STD” or “R” A282 this table)
stator A286
(15/36 Ω) A292
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LISTED TYPE ALTERNATE
733317-01, 735925-01 733317-08, 12, 13, 735925-08, 12, 13
733317-03, 735925-03 733317-12, 735925-12
733317-05, 735925-05 733317-13, 735925-13
733317-06, 735925-06 733317-13, 735925-13
733317-08, 735925-08 733317-13, 735925-13
733317-09, 735925-09 733317-12, 13, 735925-12, 13
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CHAPTER 3
INTERFA
INTERFACING,
CING, PRO
PROGRAMMING,
GRAMMING, A
AND
ND
CALIBRATION
CONTENTS:
3.1.0 INTRODUCTI
INTRODUCTION..........
ON...........................
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3.2.0 WIRING TO INPUTS & OUTPUTS................
OUTPUTS......................... ..................
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3.2.1 Inputs .................
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3-4
3.2.3 Inputs & Outputs (simplified schematic).................
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3-5
3.2.4 AEC Interconnect ............................................................................................................................................... 3-6 3-6
3.2.5 AEC Left / Right (Field A / Field C) Reversal ........ ..................
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3.4.1 APR Save .................
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3.4.2. Date and Time .................
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3.4.3. Exit................................................................................................................................................................... 3-10 3-10
3.4.4 Utilities ...............
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3.5.1 Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-12 3-12
3.5.2 AEC Adjustmen
Adjustmentt .................
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3.5.3 Focus Disable................................................................................................................................................... 3-12 3-12
3.5.4 Exp. Counter..................................................................................................................................................... 3-13 3-13
3.5.5 LCD mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-13 3-13
3.5.6 Configur
Configuration
ation ...............
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3.5.7 Tube Selection.................................................................................................................................................. 3-14 3-14
3.5.8 Receptor Conf. ................................................................................................................................................. 3-15 3-15
3.6.0 HARDWARE PROGRAMMING.................
PROGRAMMING........................... ...................
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3.6.1 Speake
Speakerr Volume .................
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3.6.2 LCD Backlight Brightness adjustment................
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3.7.1 AEC Limitations: Minimum and Maximum Exposure Times ............................................................................ 3-17 3-17
3.7.2 Precalib
Precalibration
ration Notes ................
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3.7.4 AEC Calibration (Table Bucky)......................................................................................................................... 3-18 3-18
3.7.5 AEC Calibration (Wall Bucky)........................................................................................................................... 3-23 3-23
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3.1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Chapter describes the interfacing of the generator to the Bucky(s), interlocks, collimator lamp and tube
stand locks, and to the AEC chambers if the AEC option is fitted. Programming and AEC calibration of the
generator is also described in this Chapter.
3.2.1 Inputs
The Bucky inputs, S.I.D. interlocks, room door interlock, and thermal switch inputs are opto coupled. This
means that a relay contact, transistor, or other low impedance ( ≤ 100 Ω, 10 mA current rating) switching
device must be connected across each of those inputs. Table 3-1 below defines the pinouts, polarity at the
terminals
transistor, and the logic
the polarity of condition
the voltagerequired
seen byfor
thethat input. device
switching If using a directional
must switching
be observed. This is device,
shown insuch as a
the table
below.
Refer also to figure 3-1. This is a pictorial drawing of the Bucky inputs and outputs, the interlock
inputs, and the thermal switch inputs.
Refer to 3.2.4 for details on AEC
A EC connections.
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3.2.2 Outputs
Table 3-2 shows the Bucky and auxiliary power outputs from the generator. Refer also to figure 3-1.
Removing
Removing R2 open-circuits th e snubber across t he K1 contacts, removing R9 defeats
defeats the snub ber across
the contacts o f K2.
J2
1 AC RETU
RETURN
RN
2 110 VAC
BUCKY 1
OUTPUTS 3 +24 VDC
BUCKY 1 START
4
+24 VDC BUCKY 1 START
COMMAND
BUCKY 1 5
+5 VDC
READY * 6 +24 VDC
40" S.I.D. INTERLOCK
40" SID 7
INTERLOCK * 8
72" SID 9
INTERLOCK * 10
J3
7 AC RETU
RETURN
RN
BUCKY 2 8 110 VAC
OUTPUTS 9 +24 VDC
BUCKY 2 START
10
+24 VDC BUCKY 2 START
COMMAND
BUCKY 2 5
+5 VDC
READY * 6 +24 VDC
DOOR INTERLOCK
BUCKY 2 READY
DOOR 1
INTERLOCK * 2 +24 VDC
THERMAL SWITCH
THERMAL 4
SWITCH * 3
24 VAC OUT
J4 * 3-1REFER TO TABLE
FOR REQUIRED
1 FROM 24 VAC
FOR COLLIMAT
COLLI MATOR
OR INPUT LOGIC LEVELS
2 SOURCE
LAMP
Figure 3-1:
3-1: J2, J3, J4 inputs and outpu ts (custom er interface board)
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3.2.4
3.2.4 AEC Intercon nect
Table 3-3 and figure 3-2 show the functions and signals at each pin of the AEC connectors J1 and J2 on the
AEC board in the console. The AEC connections are directly compatible with ion chambers as per the
compatibility statement / product description in chapter 1.
Table
Table 3-
3-3:
3: AEC board inputs / outputs
JW4
JW6
9
FILE: SM_AEC.CDR
CDR
Figure 3-2:
3-2: AEC intercon nect (simplif ied sch ematic)
For normal AEC chamber orientation, the left field is designated field A and the right field is designated field C.
This convention is reversed if the AEC chamber is reversed. Refer to configuration A and configuration B in
figure 3-3 and table 3-4. Configuration C applies only to a limited number of AEC chamber models. Refer to
the AEC chamber manufacturers literature to determine your chamber type.
Figure 3-3:
3-3: AEC chamber configu rations
Table
Table 3-
3-4:
4: Ion chamber comp atibility and identification
The AEC board must be configured such that the left and right field select signals correctly select AEC fields A
and C. This is done by inserting jumpers on the AEC board per table 3-5. Please confirm that these jumpers
are correctly installed to match the chamber configuration in use.
BOTH AEC CHAMBERS MUST BE CONFIGURATION A, OR CONFIGURATION B. THE AEC BOARD
JUMPERS CONFIGURE THE LEFT / RIGHT (FIELD A / C) SELECTION FOR BOTH AEC CHAMBERS
NOTE: DO NOT JUMPER ANY COMBINATIONS OTHER THAN JW3 AND JW4, OR JW5 AND
JW6. DO NOT REMOVE OR RECONFIGURE ANY OTHER FACTORY INSTALLED
JUMPERS ON THE AEC BOARD.
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Programming of the generator is performed using the operator console. All programming menus are displayed
in the LCD display window on the console. The nine “soft key” buttons (1 to 9 in the figure below) are used to
navigate through the programming screens and to select and enter values in this section.
In this section, SELECT means to press the button adjacent to the desired function shown in the LCD
display window. TOGGLE
TOGGLE means to press the stated button repeatedly to cycle through the available
selections.
Figure 3-4:
3-4: Programming / calibration mode reference
3.3.1
3.3.1 Generator Utility Funct ion s (overview)
This X-ray generator has two levels of utility functions. The level 1 utilities are available to the operator, and
include minor functions such as setting the clock and enabling / disabling the APR editing function. Level two
utilities are password protected and include setup and calibration functions.
UTILITIES
In most cases, pressing the menu button [5 [5] will return to the previous screen or the previous menu. This will
assist in navigating through the screens in this section.
section.
The table below shows the functions available within each of the options in the level 1 utility menu.
APR SAVE OFF • Enables/disables the ability to make and then
save changes
save changes to APR techniques (kV, mA etc,
but NOT
NOT APR
APR text changes).
DATE & TIME • Allows setting of the date and time.
time.
EXIT • Returns to normal operating mode (non setup /
programming mode).
UTILITIES • Accesses the level 2 utility functions.
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3.4.2..
3.4.2 Date and Time
3.4.3. Exit
Use this step to access the APR menu. This is the console normal operating mode.
Step Action
1. From the level 1 utility menu select EXIT. The console will enter the normal operating mode.
3.4.4 Utilities
To access the level 2 utilities follow the steps in 3.4.4. The first screen of the level 2 utilities will be displayed.
The level 2 utility menus present the user with 16 options. Screen 1 of
the level 2 utilities is shown below:
CALIBRATION EXP. COUNTER
AEC ADJUSTMENT [MORE]
EXPOSURE LOG
FOCUS DISABLE
Press [MORE]
[MORE] on
on the above screen to access screen 2 of the level
2 utilities, shown below:
LCD MODE FILM SPEED
CONFIGURATION [MORE]
TUBE SELECTION
FILM PROGRAM
The table below shows the functions available within the level 2 utility menus.
CALIBRATION • Selects the tube auto calibration routine.
AEC ADJUSTMENT • Selects AEC calibration mode.
EXPOSURE LOG • This function is not available.
FOCUS DISABLE • Disables one or both focal spots.
EXP. COUNTER • Accesses the exposure counter.
[MORE] • Accesses screen 2 of the level 2 utilities.
LCD MODE • Selects normal or reverse video for the LCD
display.
CONFIGURATION • Allows the AEC function to be enabled or
disabled. Also allows setting of AEC type (if
used), setting of maximum kV, setting of
filament standby current, selection of stator
boost time (prep time), and setting of
maximum output power (some models).
TUBE SELECTION • Allows the desired X-ray tube to be selected.
Selecting a new X-ray tube erases the tube
calibration data.
FILM PROGRAM • This function is not available.
FILM SPEED • This function is not available.
[MORE] • Accesses screen 3 of the level 2 utilities
MAS STEP SIZE • This function is not available.
RECEPTOR CONF. • Allows programming of the wall or table
receptors.
TUBE SEASONING • This function is not available.
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3.5.1 Calibration
The calibration function automatically establishes calibration curves relating filament current to tube current
(mA) at three or four kV settings, depending on generator type. This allows the generator to predict the
filament temperature (filament current) that will be required for any mA value over the full kV operating range.
It is recommended that the X-ray tube be seasoned before attempting auto calibration, particularly if
the tube has not been used for some time. Refer to Chapter 6 for the procedure to do this.
Use these steps to perform the X-ray tube auto calibration function:
Step Action
1. Ensure that the correct X-ray tube type is selected before beginning X-ray tube auto calibration.
Refer to TUBE SELECTION in this Chapter to select the tube type. Ensure compatibility of the
tube stator with the generator before proceeding, and verify all stator connections.
2. From the level 2 utility menus select CALIBRATION.
CALIBRATION.
3. Select the focal spot to calibrate. Start with small (SM FOCUS).
4. Press and hold the X-ray button (or use the optional handswitch) to begin the calibration
procedure.
5. When calibration is finished on the selected focal spot, COMPLETE..
COMPLETE.. will
will be displayed. Release
the exposure switch at this point.
6. Select the next focal spot to calibrate and repeat steps 4 and 5.
7. Should the exposure switch be released before auto-calibration is complete, an error message
will be presented. Exposures are not permitted on a tube which has not been calibrated on the
selected focal spot.
8. [5] to return to screen 1 of the level 2 utility screens.
Press the menu button [5
3.5.2
3.5.2 AEC Adju stment
Refer to AEC PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATION at the end of this Chapter for the AEC calibration
procedure. Tube auto calibration must be completed before attempting AEC calibration.
Exposure Log
3.5.3
3.5.3 Focus Disable
This function provides the ability to disable focal spots should one of the filaments in the X-ray tube become
damaged in the field. If both focal spots are disabled, an error message will be displayed.
This function allows the number of exposures taken on each focal spot of the X-ray tube to be viewed.
[More]
This function allows setting of normal or reverse video on the LCD display.
Step Action
1. From the level 2 utility menus select LCD MODE.
MODE.
2. Select NORMAL
NORMAL for
for normal video, or INVERSE
INVERSE for
for reverse video.
3. [5] to return to screen 2 of the level 2 utility screens.
Press the menu button [5
3.5.6 Configuration
This function allows global enabling or disabling of the AEC function, setting of the optional AEC type, setting
of the maximum kV, and in some models setting of the maximum generator output power.
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3.5.6 Config urati on (Cont)
Step Action
3. Press the KV MAX: UP UP button to increase the maximum kV. Press the DOWN
DOWN button to
decrease the maximum kV. The maximum kV may be adjusted between the limits of 80 and
125 kV or 80 to 150 kV depending on application.
If the maximum kV is changed, the X-ray tube will need to be auto calibrated. Refer to the
section Calibration
Calibration in
in this chapter for the auto calibration procedure.
4. DENSITY selection is not available.
5. Select 30kW,
30kW, 32.5kW,
32.5kW, or 37.5kW
37.5kW for 1 phase generators, or 50kW
50kW for 3 phase 50 kW
generators. Some single phase models will only allow the selection of 30 kW.
Where selection of 32.5 and 37.5 kW IS available in the generator, the line voltage must be
within the range of 230 to 253 volts AC.
This function is not available on all models.
IF THE POWER LEVEL IS CHANGED, THE CALIBRATION FUNCTION WILL NEED TO BE
PERFORMED
PERFORME D ON BOTH
B OTH FOCAL SPOTS.
6. Select FIL. STDBY.
STDBY. Toggle to set the approximate
a pproximate filament standby current.
A:
A : 2.00 amps
B : 2.36 amps
C: 2.60 amps
D: 2.90 amps
This must be set below the X-ray tube emission level, consistent with the X-ray tube
manufacturers recommended filament standby current.
7. Select PREP TIME.
TIME. Toggle to set the approximate prep time.
A:
A : 2.5 seconds
B : 1.9 seconds
C: 1.5 seconds
D: 1.2 seconds
This must be set high enough to ensure that the anode is fully boosted before making an
exposure. Refer to the X-ray tube data sheet.
Confirm the prep time setting using a suitable tachometer to ensure proper anode RPM.
8. [5] to return to screen 2 of the level 2 utility screens.
Press the menu button [5
3.5.7
3.5.7 Tube Selection
This function allows the desired X-ray tube to be selected from those displayed on the console. Other tube
types may be available by downloading new tube data to the EEPROM on the CPU board.
Film Speed
[MORE]
3.5.8
3.5.8 Receptor Conf.
This function allows the wall and table image receptors to be programmed. For each of these receptors, AEC
may be ENABLED or DISABLED, and the wall Bucky or table Bucky may be ENABLED or DISABLED.
If the wall or table Bucky is ENABLED, the wall or table Bucky selector(s) may be selected AND
selected AND the
the
generator will look for a Bucky ready signal. If the wall or table Bucky is DISABLED, the wall or table Bucky
selector(s) may be selected BUTBUT the generator will not require a Bucky ready signal to make an exposure.
This selection is typically made if a grid cabinet is used.
4. Toggle button
DISABLED
DISABLED will [8] allow
[8
will not AEC AEC:
to select AEC: ENABLED
ENABLED
to be selected AEC:
AEC:
ortable
for the DISABLED
DISABLED for the table Bucky.
Bucky.
5. [9] to select BUCKY: ENABLED
Toggle button [9 ENABLED or BUCKY: DISABLED
DISABLED for the table Bucky.
DISABLED means that the generator will not require a Bucky ready signal to make an
DISABLED
exposure.
6. [5] to return to screen 3 of the level 2 utility screens.
Press the menu button [5
TUBE SEASONING
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The speaker in the console may be set to one of three loudness levels. To change the current speaker
volume, perform the following steps.
step Action
1. Switch the generator OFF at the console.
2. Turn the console on its face. A soft, clean cloth should be placed on the work surface to protect
the console from damage while it is face down.
3. Remove and temporarily set aside the screws at the bottom of the console. Carefully remove
the bottom of the console enclosure.
4. Locate JW3 and JW4 on the CPU board in the console. These are near the speaker LS1 at the
bottom of the CPU board.
5. Insert or remove jumpers JW3 and JW4 per the table below for the desired speaker volume.
6. Both jumpers are installed when shipped from the factory. If one or both jumpers is removed to
reduce the speaker volume, it is suggested that they be stored in a safe place in case they need
to be reinstalled at a later time.
7. Reposition the console bottom and replace the hardware that was removed in step 3.
JW3 or
or JW4
JW4 installed Medium
3.
3.6.
6.2
2 LCD Backlight Brightn ess adjustment
The brightness of the LCD display may be adjusted as desired. To change the LCD brightness, perform
the following steps.
step Action
only.
This section applies to generators with optional AEC only.
This section contains background information relevant to AEC operation. It is strongly suggested that this be
read and understood prior to beginning AEC calibration.
3.7.1
3.7.1 AEC Limi tation s: Minimu m and Maximum Exposu re Times
• Due to various delays inherent in the AEC chamber and generator electronics, minimum AEC exposure
times should be greater than 10 ms.
• AEC exposures should normally be kept well under one second. When X-ray techniques are used that
result in longer exposures, the film density will not be correct due to film reciprocity failure.
• Care must be exercised when using low kV values with table Buckys because most table tops and grids
absorb considerable radiation in the range of 60 - 65 kVp. This will adversely affect AEC operation.
3.7.2
3.7.2 Precalibratio n Notes
• AEC calibration is performed using the center field only, (left and right fields are not selectable during AEC
calibration).
• A maximum of three separate AEC calibration curves may be established (for three film screen
combinations). Each AEC calibration curve has five breakpoints, normally 55 kVp, 65 kVp, 80 kVp, 100
kVp, and 125 kVp. These are the factory defaults referenced in the following steps, but may be changed if
required by pressing kVp or ↓.
• AEC breakpoint
breakpoi nt calibration
cal ibration is initially performed for film / screen combination 1, di
displayed
splayed when entering
the AEC ADJUSTMENT menu. When this is complete, AEC calibration may be performed for the next film
/ screen combination. The third and last film / screen combination is calibrated next, if desired.
• The labels for the three film screen combinations may be set to the site requirements using a laptop
computer and the Service Software. In this procedure, the three film screen combinations will be referred
to as F/S 1, F/S 2, and F/S 3 (film / screen 1, film / screen 2, and fil
filmm / screen 3).
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3.7.3
3.7.3 Navigating the AEC Adju stment menus
3.7.4
3.7.4 AEC Calibration (Ta
(Table
ble Buck y)
The following is an overview of the steps that will be performed in sections 3.7.4 and 3.7.5.
• Set up the equipment in preparation for table bucky AEC calibration, including water phantom absorbers.
• Set the AEC reference to a mid value at the 80 kVp knee breakpoint for film / screen 1. Adjust the AEC
gain to achieve the correct film density.
• Once the AEC gain is correctly set at the 80 kVp knee breakpoint, set the correct film density at 55 kVp, 65
kVp, 100 kVp, and 125 kVp by adjusting the AEC reference at each of those breakpoints.
• Repeat the previous two steps for film / screen 2 and film / screen 3, if used, except
except the
the density
adjustments for all five kVp breakpoints are now made by only adjusting the AEC reference at each of
those breakpoints.
• Repeat the above steps for wall bucky AEC calibration except
except no
no generator AEC adjustments are made
for wall bucky AEC calibration. The AEC gain setting and AEC reference settings made during table bucky
calibration are used for the wall bucky AEC chamber also. The wall bucky AEC chamber gain settings
must therefore be set to match the gain
gai n of the table bucky A
AEC
EC chamber.
Step Action
SETUP FOR AEC CALIBRATION
1. Confirm
AEC thatper
board thechapter
table bucky AEC chamber
2. Ensure is connected
that the AEC chamber to
is the correct
properly input onand
calibrated the the
the
fields are balanced before continuing.
2. Align the tube stand and table Bucky such that the central ray is centered relative to
the image receptor.
3. Open up the collimator just enough to expose all fields of the AEC pickup. Ensure that
the central ray remains centered relative to the image receptor.
4. Place 15 cm thickness of water between the collimator and the image receptor. The
water must be in a flat, X-ray
X -ray transparent container, sufficiently large to ensure that
the X-ray field is fully blocked as noted in 3.7.2.
5. Place the generator into the programming mode. Refer to section 3.3.0.
6. Select AEC ADJ USTMENT
Select AEC USTMENT from
from the level 2 utilities.
util ities. Refer to 3.5.0. Select the table
bucky receptor.
Step Action
80 KVP K NEE BREAKPOINT CALIBRATION
7. Select the 80 kVp knee breakpoint #3 for F/S 1.
8. In each step following, where an exposure is made to verify the density, set the B/U
mA s sufficiently high that the AEC exposure is not terminated by the backup timer.
9. Press UP
UP or
or DOWN
DOWN to the AEC REF to
to set the AEC REF to 325 (the range is 0 to 1023).
10. Load a test cassette with fresh film and install it in the image receptor. Use a film /
screen combination corresponding to F/S 1.
11. Select GAIN ADJ. Select F/S 1 (note again that F/S 1 is a mnemonic used in this
procedure for the first film / screen being calibrated).
GAIN or ↓ buttons.
Set F/S 1 to an initial gain value (n) as per table 3-6 using the GAIN
Table 3-6 shows recommended starting gain values for 100, 400 and 800 speed film /
screens.
12. [5] to return to the AEC breakpoint calibration screen.
Press the menu button [5
13. Make an X-ray exposure. Then develop the film and measure the optical density.
14. If the measured O.D. is not within 5% of the desired value, readjust the AEC gain (as
per step 11) to increase or decrease the density. Increasing the gain value will
decrease the density, decreasing the gain value will increase the density.
15. Load the test cassette in step 10 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
16. Repeat steps 14 and 15 until the desired O.D. is achieved at the kVp knee breakpoint.
17. Once the desired film density is achieved, record the post mAs, AEC gain adjustment
calibration number, AEC reference number, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7 for the 80
kVp knee breakpoint.
breakpoint.
55 KVP B REAKPOINT
REAKPOINT CALIBRATION
CAL IBRATION
18. Replace the water in step 4 with 10 cm thickness of water. As before, ensure that the
absorber fully blocks the X-ray field.
19. Select the 55 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1.
20. Load the test cassette in step 10 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
21. the AEC REF value
If the measured O.D. is not within 5% of the desired value, adjust the AEC
for the 55 kVp breakpoint. DO NOT READJUST THE GAIN ADJ SETTING.
ADJ SETTING.
Increasing the AEC REF value will increase the density, decreasing the AEC REF
value will decrease the density.
22. Repeat steps 20 and 21 until the desired O.D. is achieved at the 55 kVp breakpoint.
23. Record the post mAs, AEC reference number, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7 for the
55 kVp breakpoint.
65 KVP B REAKPOINT
REAKPOINT CALIBRATION
CAL IBRATION
24. Select the 65 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1.
25. Load the test cassette in step 10 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
26. the AEC REF value
If the measured O.D. is not within 5% of the desired value, adjust the AEC
for the 65 kVp breakpoint. DO NOT READJUST THE GAIN ADJ SETTING.
ADJ SETTING.
27. Repeat steps 25 and 26 until the desired O.D. is achieved at the 65 kVp breakpoint.
28. Record the post mAs, AEC reference number, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7 for the
65 kVp breakpoint.
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3.7.4 AEC Calibration (Ta
(Table
ble Buck y) Cont
Step Action
100 KVP BREAK POINT
POINT CALIB RATION
29. Replace the water in step 18 with 20 cm thickness of water. As before, ensure that the
absorber fully blocks the X-ray field.
30. Select the 100 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1.
31. Load
Make the test cassette
an X-ray in step
exposure, then10 with fresh
develop film and
the film and measure
install it inthe
theoptical
imagedensity.
receptor.
32. the AEC REF value
If the measured O.D. is not within 5% of the desired value, adjust the AEC
for the 100 kVp breakpoint. DO NOT READJUST THE GAIN AD SETTING.
AD SETTING.
33. Repeat steps 31 and 32 until the desired OD is achieved at the 100 kVp breakpoint.
34. Record the post mAs, AEC reference number, and OD in a copy of table 3-7 for the
100 kVp breakpoint.
125 kVp B REAKPOINT CALIB
CALIB RATION
35. Select the 125 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1.
36. Load the test cassette in step 10 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
37. the AEC REF value
If the measured OD is not within 5% of the desired value, adjust the AEC
for the 125 kVp breakpoint. DO NOT READJUST THE GAIN ADJ SETTING.
ADJ SETTING.
38. Repeat steps 36 and 37 until the desired O.D. is achieved at the 125 kVp breakpoint.
39. Record the post mAs, AEC reference number, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7 for the
125 kVp breakpoint.
Step Action
FILM / SCREEN 2 BREAKPOINT CALIBRATION
40. Perform F/S 2 calibration only if it is intended to use this film / screen combination. If
this is NOT being used, ensure that this film / screen combination is not used in any
anatomical displays.
41. Repeat steps 7 to 39 as described for film / screen 1 except use a test cassette and
film to match F/S 2.
Be sure that the correct AEC breakpoints are being calibrated, screens 6-10 in the
AEC ADJUSTMENT menus calibrate film film / screen 2. These screens are accessed by
completing the 125 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1, and pressing → as described earlier.
Step Action
FILM / SCREEN 3 BREAKPOINT CALIBRATION
42. Perform F/S 3 calibration only if it is intended to use this film / screen combination. If
this is NOT being used, ensure that this film / screen combination is not used in any
anatomical displays.
43. Repeat steps 7 to 39 as described for film screen 1 except use a test cassette and
film to match F/S 3.
Be sure that the correct AEC breakpoints are being calibrated, screens 11-15 in the
AEC ADJUSTMENT menus calibrate film film / screen 3. These screens are accessed by
completing the 125 kVp breakpoint for F/S 2, and pressing → as described earlier.
Where n ranges from 0 to 254. This means that for low values of n, there is very little slope to the AEC gain
curve. Therefore, n needs to change substantially to effect significant gain changes. For high values of n, the
AEC gain curve is quite steep, as a result minor changes in n will have a significant effect on AEC gain.
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3.7.4
3.7.4 Table 3-7
3-7:: Breakpo int Worksh eet
Record the final results in a copy of the table below. The final results are those obtained AFTER films have
been developed to verify the correct O.D. at each breakpoint.
TABLE BUCKY
BUCKY
FILM SCREEN 1 SPEED = AEC GAIN ADJ CAL # _______ @ kVp _______
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kVp Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
FILM SCREEN 2 SPEED = AEC GAIN ADJ CAL # _______ @ kVp _______
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
FILM SCREEN 3 SPEED = AEC GAIN ADJ CAL # _______ @ kVp _______
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kVp Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = AEC REF NO. = O.D. =
WALL BUCKY
BUCKY
FILM SCREEN 1 SPEED =
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kVp Post mAs = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
FILM SCREEN 2 SPEED =
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
FILM SCREEN 3 SPEED =
#3 BK. POINT = 80 kVp Post mAs = O.D. =
#1 BK. POINT = 55 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#2 BK. POINT = 65 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#4 BK. POINT = 100 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
#5 BK. POINT = 125 kV Post mAs = O.D. =
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The AEC calibration curves that were established in 3.7.4 are used for the wall Bucky as well as the table
Bucky. If the calibration on both AEC chambers is similar, the optical density measurements for the wall Bucky
should be similar to the table Bucky. If there are significant differences in O.D. between the table Bucky
measurements and the wall Bucky measurements under similar conditions, troubleshooting of equipment
external to the generator will need to be undertaken.
Step Action
SETUP FOR AEC CALIBRATION
1. Confirm that the wall bucky AEC chamber is connected to the correct input on the
AEC board per chapter 2. Ensure that the AEC chamber is properly calibrated and the
fields are balanced before continuing.
2. Repeat steps 2 to 6 of 3.7.4, EXCEPT
EXCEPT align
align the tube stand and wall Bucky in step 2,
and select the wall Bucky receptor in step 6.
80 KVP KNEE BREAKPOINT VERIFICATION
3. Select the 80 kVp knee breakpoint #3 for F/S 1. DO NOT ADJUST THE AEC REF
VALUE, USE THE SETTING THAT WAS ESTABLISHED FOR TABLE BUCKY
CALIBRATION.
CALIBRATION.
4. Load a test cassette with fresh film and install it in the image receptor. Use a film /
screen combination corresponding to F/S 1.
5. Make an X-ray exposure. Then develop the film and measure the optical density.
6. If the measured O.D. is not within 5% of the value previously recorded in table 3-7,
adjust the AEC chamber gain per the manufacturers instructions to increase or
decrease the density.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the desired O.D. is achieved at the 80 kVp knee
breakpoint.
8. Once the desired film density is achieved, record the post mAs, and O.D. in a copy of
table 3-7 for the 80 kVp knee breakpoint.
55 KVP B REAKPOINT
REAKPOINT CALIBRATION
CAL IBRATION
9. Replace the 15 cm of water with 10 cm thickness of water. As before, ensure that the
absorber fully blocks the X-ray field.
10. Select the 55 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1. DO NOT ADJUST THE AEC REF VALUE,
USE THE SETTING THAT WAS ESTABLISHED FOR TABLE BUCKY
CALIBRATION.
CALIBRATION.
11. Load the test cassette in step 4 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
12. Verify that the O.D. is within 5 % of the value previously recorded in table 3-7. If this is
not so, it indicates that the two AEC chambers are not tracking and troubleshooting
must be done at the system level.
le vel.
13. If the desired O.D. is achieved, record the post mAs, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7
for the 55 kVp knee breakpoint.
65 KVP B REAKPOINT
REAKPOINT CALIBRATION
CAL IBRATION
14. Select the 65 kVp breakpoint for F/S 1. DO NOT ADJUST THE AEC REF VALUE,
USE THE SETTING THAT WAS ESTABLISHED FOR TABLE BUCKY
CALIBRATION.
CALIBRATION.
15. Load the test cassette in step 4 with fresh film and install it in the image receptor.
Make an X-ray exposure, then develop the film and measure the optical density.
16. Verify that the O.D. is within 5 % of the value previously recorded in table 3-7.
17. If the desired O.D. is achieved, record the post mAs, and O.D. in a copy of table 3-7
for the 65 kVp knee breakpoint.
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3.7.5 AEC Calibration (Wa
(Wall
ll Buck y) Cont
Step Action
FILM / SCREEN 2 BREAKPOINT CALIBRATION
27. Verify F/S 2 calibration only if it is intended to use this film / screen combination with
the wall Bucky.
28. Repeat steps 3 to 26 as described for film / screen 1 except use a test cassette and
film to match F/S 2.
Be sure that the correct AEC breakpoints are being verified.
Step Action
FILM / SCREEN 3 BREAKPOINT CALIBRATION
29. Verify F/S 3 calibration only if it is intended to use this film / screen combination with
the wall Bucky.
30. Repeat steps 3 to 26 as described for film screen 1 except use a test cassette and
film to match F/S 3.
Be sure that the correct AEC breakpoints are being verified.
CHAPTER 4
ACCEPTANCE
A CCEPTANCE TESTING
CONTENTS:
CONTENTS:
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4.1.0 INTRODUCTION
This section details acceptance testing which verifies that the generator is performing within its limits. It is
recommended that this be done after the unit is installed, as prescribed in the maintenance schedule in
Chapter 6, or when components are replaced which may affect the calibration or X-ray output. Examples
of such components are the X-ray tube, HT tank, power supply control board, fil filament
ament board, CPU board,
and the AEC board.
Calibration procedures will be supplied with replacement parts in those cases where recalibration is
WARNING: ALWAYS
AL WAYS ENSURE THAT THE EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST AND AL L ASSOCIATED
TEST EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY GROUNDED
ENSURE THAT THE HIGH VOLTAGE CABLES ARE INTACT / UNDAMAGED AND
PROPERLY CONNECTED B EFORE ATTEMPTING EXPOSURES
ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE COMPLETED PRIOR TO PERFORMING THE
ACCEPTANCE TESTING:
• The tube auto calibration h as been done as per Chapter 3 of this manual.
• The programming has been comp leted as per Chapter 3.
• If the inst allation has AEC; verify that AEC calibration
calibration has been comp leted as per Chapter 3.
• Ac cep tan ce tes ti ng sh all on ly be st art ed aft er th e in st all ati on is co mp let e i.e. gen erat or
Accep
installed as per Chapter 2.
Figure 4-1 shows the designations of the membrane switches as referenced in this procedure.
Figure 4-1:
4-1: Console switch d esignations
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4.4.1
4.4.1 Conso le Functi onal Tests
[1] to [19
Refer to figure 4-1 for the button designations [1 [19]]
[16].
button [16 ]. deselected
button. AECby pressing
must this in
be enabled
programming in order to select
AEC, refer to
to RECEPTOR
CONF. and CONFIGURATION in
Chapter 3.
11. [17],
Press each of field select buttons [17 [18],
], [18 ], Verify that each field is selected
[19]] with AEC enabled.
and [19 in turn. ION CHAMBER AEC
must be selected in order to
activate all three fields, refer to
CONFIGURATION
CONFIGURATIO N in Chapter 3.
12. Press the PREP button. The green LED adjacent to the
PREP button should light.
13. Press the X-RAY button. The X-RAY warning light
adjacent to the X-RAY button
should light,
14. Press the power OFF button on the console. Generator switches off.
Depending on generator model, the main menu on your console may show
anatomical sections different from those shown below.
CERVICAL GENERAL
THORACIC LOWER EXTRMTY
LUMBAR UPPER EXTRMTY
FULL SPINE SPECIAL PROC
Figure 4-2: Main console menu
LATERAL VERTEX
OBLIQUE PILLAR
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4.4.2
4.4.2 Low Speed Starter Tests
4.4.3
4.4.3 Generator kVp, mAs Tests
DISREGARD “ CABLE
CAB LE CHARGE” SPIKES AT THE BEGINNING OF THE MA
MA WAVEFORM.
IF HIGH KV EXPOSURES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FOLLOWING STEPS, CHECK THE
MAXIMUM KV SETTING THAT HAS BEEN PROGRAMMED. REFER TO “ CONFIGURATION” IN
CHAPTER 3.
3.
Step Action Result Check
If the following mAs steps are not available,
avai lable, the mAs step size may need to be set, refer to MAS
STEP SIZE in Chapter 3.
3. Switch ON the generator and after initialization N/A
select the following technique:
[ 14]]
Select the NON BUCKY receptor [14
Select kVp = 100, mA = 100, mAs = 10.
4. Make an exposure and verify the following kVp = 100 ± 5.0 kV.
results. If calculating mAs from mA and time mAs = 10 ± 1.5 mAs.
measurements, then measure time at 75% of
the peak kVp waveform.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 but set the values to kVp = 65 KV ± 3.25 kV.
kVp = 65, mA = 200, mAs = 20. mAs = 20 ± 2.5 mAs.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 but set the values to kVp = 120 KV ± 6.0 kV.
kVp = 120, mA = 200, mAs = 20. mAs = 20 ± 2.5 mAs.
7. Select 75 kVp, 150 mA, large focus.
Select the mAs values shown below.
The procedure for performing reproducibility, linearity and HVL testing is contained in a separate
document, part number 740917-00 which immediately follows this page.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This supplement describes reproducibility, linearity, and half - value layer (HVL) tests which may be used
to verify performance of medical X-ray generators.
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1. Place the radiation probe above the table approximately 25 cm (10”). Select an SID of
approximately 100 cm (40”).
2. Place a lead diaphragm over the detector and adjust its height so that the X-ray beam covers the
detector but does not over radiate the sides of the ‘R’ probe. Refer to figure 1.
3.0 REPRODUCIBILITY
1. Using kV and mA/ms or mAs values per tables 1 to 4, make a series of 5 exposures.
2. Record each of the measured mR values in the appropriate table. Refer to step 3 before
beginning step 2.
3. Record the preselected mAs for each series of exposures in the header of each table. For 3 point
generators, this is the calculated mAs value where mAs = mA X time in seconds (example for
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11. If linearity is to be measured, it is suggested that dose measurements be taken at this time for
entry into tables 6 and 7. Refer to 4.0 LINEARITY for details.
IN TABLES 1 TO 4, 3 POINT MEANS THAT FOR GENERATORS WHERE KV, MA, AND TIME
SELECTION IS AVAILABLE, THE KV, MA AND MS VALUES SHOWN SHOULD BE USED. FOR
GENERATORS WHERE 2 POINT OPERATION ONLY IS AVAILABLE, THE KV AND MAS VALUES
SHOWN SHOULD BE USED.
USED.
Calculate standard deviation (S) using formula at beginning of this section: S = __________
Table
Table 1: Reproducibili ty
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Calculate standard deviation (S) using formula at beginning of this section: S = __________
Table
Table 2: Reproducibili ty
3 point = 50% of maximum kV, 250 ms, mA to give 100 - 500 µR (1 - 5 µGy) dose.
2 point = 50% of maximum kV, mAs to give 100 - 500 µR (1 - 5 µGy) dose. mAs = __________
2
EXP No. DOSE (mR) DIFFEREN
DIFFERENCE
CE DIFFERENCE
DIFFERENCE
1
2
3
4
5
Calculate each of the differences Square each difference. Then
2
mR = ie: DIFF1 = mR1 - mR. calculate the sum of the difference .
2
________ Repeat for each remaining mR Sum of difference = _________
value.
Calculate standard deviation (S) using formula at beginning of this section: S = __________
Table
Table 3: Reproducibili ty
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3 point = 80% of maximum kV, 250 ms, mA to give 100 - 500 µR (1 - 5 µGy) dose.
2 point = 80% of maximum kV, mAs to give 100 - 500 µR (1 - 5 µGy) dose. MAS = __________
2
EXP No. DOSE (mR) DIFFEREN
DIFFERENCE
CE DIFFERENCE
DIFFERENCE
1
2
3
4
5
Calculate each of the differences Square each difference. Then
2
mR = ie: DIFF1 = mR1 - mR. calculate the sum of the difference .
2
________ Repeat for each remaining mR Sum of difference = _________
value.
Calculate standard deviation (S) using formula at beginning of this section: S = __________
Table
Table 4: Reproducibili ty
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE mAs = _20_
2
EXP No. DOSE (mR) DIFFEREN
DIFFERENCE
CE DIFFERENCE
DIFFERENCE
1 249.0 4.4 19.36
2 245.0 0.4 0.16
3 244.0 0.6 0.36
4 242.0 2.6 6.76
5 243.0 1.6 2.56
Calculate each of the differences Square each difference. Then
2
mR = ie: DIFF1 = mR1 - mR. calculate the sum 2of the difference .
_244.6_ Repeat for each remaining mR Sum of difference = _29.2_
value.
Calculate standard deviation (s) using formula at beginning of this section: S = _2.70_
Table
Table 5: Reproducibili ty
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1. Record two additional series of dose measurements for entry into tables 6 and 7:
• For table 6, use settings per table 3 EXCEPT
EXCEPT use
use an mA (or mAs) value adjacent to the mA
(or mAs) setting used in table 3.
• For table 7, use settings per table 4 EXCEPT
EXCEPT use
use an mA (or mAs) value adjacent to the mA
(or mAs) setting used in table 4.
• Record the mAs in the header of tables 6 and 7 as per 3.0 step 3.
2. Record the preselected mAs and the average dose values taken from tables 3 and 4, and from
tables 6 and 7, at the top of the next page.
3. Using the appropriate mAs and mR values, calculate X3, X4, X6, and X7 in tables 8 and 9.
__________
mAs = __________
EXP No. DOSE (mR)
1
2
3
4
5
mR = ________
Table 6: Linearity
__________
mAs = __________
EXP No. DOSE (mR)
1
2
3
4
5
mR = ________
Table 7: Linearity
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Record the mAs and mR values taken from tables 3, 4, 6, and 7 below.
mR3
X3 = = ________
mAs3
mR6
X6 = = ________
mAs6
X3 - X6
L = = ________ (not to exceed 0.095)
X3 + X6
In the numerator of the above equation, use the absolute value of X 3 - X6
(disregard the minus sign).
Table 8: Linearity
mR4
X4 = = ________
mAs4
mR7
X7 = = ________
mAs7
X4 - X7
L = = ________ (not to exceed 0.095)
X4 + X7
In the numerator of the above equation, use the absolute value of X 4 - X7
(disregard the minus sign).
Table 9: Linearity
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1. Be sure the X-ray source assembly (X-ray tube and beam limiting device) is fully assembled and
functional.
3. Set the generator as follows: 3 point generators, 80 kV, 200 mA, 50 ms, large focus. For 2 point
generators use 80 kV, 200 mA if this can be set, and 10 mAs.
4. Take a series of three exposures and record the mR values in table 10. Calculate and record the
average of the three exposures.
5. Place 2 mm of Al on top of the lead diaphragm (total of 2 mm added), repeat the exposure and
record the mR value in table 10.
6. Place an additional 1 mm of Al on top of the lead diaphragm (total of 3 mm added), repeat the
exposure; and record the mR value in table 10.
7. Place an additional 3 mm of Al on top of the lead diaphragm (total of 6 mm added), repeat the
exposure; and record the mR value in table 10.
8. The relative transmission for the average of the three mR values where no Al was added is
assigned a value of 1.00. Using that base, assign relative transmission values to the remaining
mR values. For example, if the average mR value was 247 and has a relative transmission factor
of 1.00, then 162 mR will have a relative transmission of 162 / 247 = 0.66.
9. Plot the relative transmission values in figure 1. This should produce a straight line on the graph
since the X-axis is logarithmic.
10. Interpolate to determine the HVL. The Al thickness at a relative transmission of 0.5 will be the
required HVL value.
11. Repeat steps 4 tto o 10: 3 point generators, 100 kV, 200 mA, 50 ms, large focus. For 2 point
generators use 100 kV, 200 mA if this can be set, and 10 mAs. Use table 11 to record the values
and figure 2 to plot the results
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L. EVALUATION (Cont)
ADDED ALUMINUM
AL UMINUM FILTER DOSE (mR) RELA
RELATIVE
TIVE TR
TRANSMISSION
ANSMISSION
0
0
0
0 (Average of three readings) 1.00
2
1
3
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ADDED ALUMINUM
AL UMINUM FILTER DOSE (mR) RELA
RELATIVE
TIVE TR
TRANSMISSION
ANSMISSION
0
0
0
0 (Average of three readings) 1.00
2
1
3
Table 11:
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ADDED ALUMINUM
AL UMINUM FILTER DOSE (mR) RELA
RELATIVE
TIVE TR
TRANSMISSION
ANSMISSION
0 249
0 244
0 247
0 (Average of above three readings) 247 1.00
2 162 .66
1 131 .53
3 70 .28
Table 12:
12: HVL do se values (example)
By interpolating the thickness of Al at a relative transmission value of 0.5, it can be seen that the HVL is
approximately 3.3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CONTENTS:
SECTION
SECTION TITLE
TITLE
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5.1.0 INTRODUCTION
The X-ray generator console will display status messages on the LCD display during normal and abnormal
operation of the generator. This Chapter contains tables of those messages and suggests actions to be taken
by service personnel to correct any malfunctions that may occur.
These messages are displayed at initial power-on only, and indicate the status at the time that the generator is
switched on.
MESSAGE
MESSAGE DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
AEC MEMORY
MEMORY O.K. Indicates that the AEC data checksums match.
/ ERR ERR indicates that the AEC calibration data must be recreated by downloading via a
laptop computer, or redoing the AEC adjustment procedure as per Chapter 3.
APR MEMORY:
MEMORY: O.K. indicates that the APR memory checksums match.
O.K. / ERR ERR indicates an APR error. The APR data set should be recreated by downloading
via a laptop computer, or changing any of the APR data and exiting.
CAL MEMORY: O.K. indicates that the tube auto-calibration data checksums match.
O.K. / ERR ERR indicates an auto cal error. The tube will need to be recalibrated.
HEAT SWITCH Indicates that the tube thermal switch is open or not connected.
OPEN, TUBE MAY
BE HOT
LF DISABLED Large focus has been disabled in programming.
LF UNCAL The large focus is not calibrated, run the CALIBRATION routine.
MEMORY TEST: O.K. indicates that the EPROM data checksums match.
O.K. / ERR ERR indicates that the EPROM may be defective and should be replaced.
PROGRAM DATA: Indicates that the mAs steps & error message checksums match.
O.K. / ERR ERR indicates that the mAs step or error message checksums don’t match. This
suggests that the software needs to be replaced.
RELEASE EXP. Indicates that the exposure switch is closed while the generator is being powered-
SW. up.
RT CLOCK: O.K. / O.K. indicates that the time is being incremented by the RT clock.
These messages indicate that an exposure has been requested that exceeds one or more limits.
MESSAGE
MESSAGE PROBLEM
PROBLEM ACTION
ACTION
DENSITY LIMIT The generator upper or lower density limit has been None required.
reached.
DUTY CYCLE LIMIT Requested exposure not allowed until the duty cycle Wait for time limit to
limit expires. expire.
FOCUS CHANGED Indicates that the focus has automatically changed while None required.
increasing or decreasing the mAs.
INVALID SETTING Requested setting is invalid, ie attempting to deselect all Correct the setting.
AEC fields in AEC mode.
KVP LIMIT The generator kVp limit has been reached. None required.
LF MAS LIMIT The generator large focus mAs limit has been reached. Switch to small focus
for mAs values < 1.0
mAS.
MAS LIMIT The generator mAs limit has been reached. None required.
MAX MAS LIMIT The generator power limit has been reached. None required.
POWER KV LIMIT Displayed if kV is pressed when the generator has Reduce mAs if higher
reached its power limit. kVp is required.
POWER MAS LIMIT Displayed if mAs is pressed when the generator has Reduce mAs.
reached its power limit.
SF MAS LIMIT The generator small focus mAs limit has been reached. Reduce mAs on small
focus.
TUBE KW LIMIT Displayed if requested parameter change will violate the None required.
tube data.
CALC. AEC Requested density correction will require a ramp voltage Increase KVp and
RAMP LIMIT > 15.0V from AEC device. decrease density
correction.
LOW RAMP LIMIT Requested density correction will require a ramp voltage Decrease KVp and
below noise threshold of AEC device ( ≅ 50mV) increase density
correction.
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Check thewiring,
AEC
and AEC board.
BACKUP TIMER The generator backup timer terminated the exposure at Increase the mA for
the limit of 6000 ms for non AEC exposures, or the non AEC exposures, or
BUmAS limit for AEC exposures. increase the BUmAs for
AEC exposures.
DEVICE INTERRUPT Indicates that the selected bucky is not ready. Check the Bucky(s).
DOOR INTERLOCK Indicates that the room door is open. Check the door
interlock.
FAULTY EXP. SW. Indicates that the exposure switch is closed during Check and replace the
power-up. This message is displayed if the switch is not exposure switch if
opened immediately after the RELEASE EXP. SW. necessary.
message in 5.2.1. is displayed.
FILAMENT FAULT Indicates that filament current < 2.5 amps detected. 1. Check for open
filament in X-ray
tube.
2. Check for poor
connections in the
cathode HT cable.
3. Check the filament
supply board.
FOCUS DISABLED Indicates that the requested focal spot has been Select the other focal
deprogrammed. spot, or enable the
selected focal spot in
programming mode.
HEAT SW. ITR. Indicates that the thermal switch has opened during an Allow the X-ray
X-ray tube to
exposure. cool.
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MESSAGE
MESSAGE PROBLEM
PROBLEM ACTION
ACTION
kV HIGH Indicates measured kV is high by > 15 %. 1. Check power supply
control board and/or
HT tank.
2. Re-auto calibrate
(per CALIBRATION
in Chapter 3). *
3. Consult product
support.
kV LOW Indicates measured kV is low by >15 %. 1. Check that the
mains voltage is
appropriate for the
selected output
power.
2. Check power supply
control board and/or
HT tank.
3. Re-auto calibrate
(per CALIBRATION
in Chapter 3). *
4. Consult product
support.
LOW / NO AEC RAMP A low (or no) AEC ramp has been detect
detected
ed from the AEC 1. Check settings
chamber during the first 50 ms of AEC exposure. (techniques,
receptor selection,
etc, and mA / mAs
settings. Refer to
the note at the
bottom of this page).
2. Check AEC
chamber,
conections, wiring
etc.
mA HIGH Indicates measured mA is high by > 20 %. 1. Check for tube
arcing.
2. Check power supply
control board and/or
HT tank.
3. Re-auto calibrate
(per CALIBRATION
in Chapter 3). *
4. Consult product
support.
Vramp (Min) =
[(
0.050 X Vref
AEC Backup Time
Time ) 0.9
]
Vref varies from 0 to 5 V, depending on the technique. It can be seen that increasing the AEC backup
time decreases the minimum required AEC voltage ramp.
MESSAGE
MESSAGE PROBLEM
PROBLEM ACTION
ACTION
mA LOW Indicates measured mA is low by > 20 %. 1. Check mains
voltage.
2. Check power supply
control board and/or
HT tank.
3. Re-auto calibrate
(per CALIBRATION
in Chapter 3). *
4. Consult product
support.
MANUAL The X-ray exposure switch was released before the Hold the exposure
INTERRUPT exposure was finished. switch until the
exposure is finished.
POWER UP Indicates that the generator did not power up within 30 1. Check that the
FAILURE, CHECK seconds of the console being switched on. mains voltage is not
LINE VOLT. outside the low line
specification.
2. Check the 37
conductor console
cable.
3. Check the DC bus
voltage. The DC bus
capacitors may not
be charging.
4. contactor
Check thatonthe
themain
main
power input board is
closed.
P/S FAULT Indicates that the generator is not ready to make an 1. Check D1 on the the
exposure. auxiliary board. If
this is lit, the + or -
12 VDC rails may
be low. Check the
+/- 12 V supplies on
the auxiliary board.
2. Check PREP and
kV ENABLE signals
on the power supply
control board.
3. Consult product
support.
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MESSAGE PROBLEM
PROBLEM ACTION
ACTION
P/S NOT READY Indicates that the main line contactor in the generator is Check D1 on the
not commanded to close. A DC bus fault may be auxiliary board. If this is
preventing the DC bus capacitors from charging, in lit, the contactor will not
which case the contactor closure will be inhibited. close. Check the DC
bus
soft assembly
start circuitand
on the
the
power input board if
this is the case.
ROTOR FAILURE, Indicates that the rotor is running at any time other than Check rotor board or
TURN UNIT OFF during prep or during an exposure. auxiliary board.
ROTOR FAULT Indicates that the low speed starter board has not 1. Check the X-ray
sensed adequate stator current. tube stator wiring.
2. Check the rotor
board.
TUBE DISABLED Both focal spots are disabled. Enable one or both
focal spots.
TUBE FAULT Indicates a fault has been detected in the kV or mA Check if D69, D70,
* The generator purges the existing X-ray tube auto calibration data before starting the auto calibration
routine and saving new calibration data. Therefore, auto calibration should be a last resort during
general troubleshooting, and should only be done to recalibrate the tube. For example, if a low mA fault
is presented, you should ensure that the generator is fully functional, and actually needs recalibration. If
calibration is attempted on a partially functional generator, the auto calibration routine may be aborted
before any calibration is done, and the generator will inhibit further exposures until the selected mA is
calibrated for the selected kV.
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The following list describes the normal states and the functions of the status and diagnostic LED’s on the circuit
boards in the generator.
Auxiliary Board
LED NORMAL STATE FUNCTION
D1 Off Indicates that the + or - 12 VDC rails are low, or that a DC bus
(soft start) fault is present. See D2 under power input board.
D2 Lit Indicates that the logic is OK for the main line contactor to close.
D3 Lit Indicates that the power input board logic is OK to allow the
main line contactor to close.
D29 Lit Indicates that the +12 VDC supply on the auxiliary board is
present. This LED does NOT indicate that the +12 VDC rail is
within normal limits.
D30 Lit Indicates that the -12 VDC supply on the auxiliary board is
present. This LED does NOT indicate that the -12 VDC rail is
within normal limits.
D31 Lit Indicates that the + and - 35 VDC supplies on the auxiliary board
are present. This LED does NOT indicate that the these supplies
are within normal limits.
Control Board
LED NORMAL STATE FUNCTION
D69 Off Refer to “NOTE
“NOTE RE TUBE FAULT ERROR”
FAULT ERROR” at end of 5.2.4.
5.2.4.
D70 Off Refer to “NOTE
“NOTE RE TUBE FAULT ERROR”
FAULT ERROR” at end of 5.2.4.
5.2.4.
D71 Off Refer to “NOTE
“NOTE RE TUBE FAULT ERROR”
FAULT ERROR” at end of 5.2.4.
5.2.4.
D72 Off Refer to “NOTE
“NOTE RE TUBE FAULT ERROR”
FAULT ERROR” at end of 5.2.4.
5.2.4.
D82 Off Refer to “NOTE
“NOTE RE TUBE FAULT ERROR”
FAULT ERROR” at end of 5.2.4.
5.2.4.
CPU Board
LED NORMAL STATE FUNCTION
DS7 Lit Indicates the presence of +24 VDC on this board.
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SYMPTOM: LCD display on console lights up when console switched ON, but start up diagnostics, etc do
not display.
SOLUTION:
SOLUTION: Check batt
battery
ery B1 on CP
CPU
U board. The console will not start executing the firmware
firmware code if the
≤
battery is missing, or if the battery voltage is very low 1 V.
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REGULA
REGULARR MA
MAINT
INTENANCE
ENANCE
CONTENTS:
Section
Section Title
Title
6.1.0 INTRODUCTI
INTRODUCTION..........
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6.2.0 SERVICE RECORD
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6.3.0 MAINTENAN
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6.7.0 BATTERY REPLACEMENT....
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6.8.0 TUBE CONDITIONIN
CONDITIONING G / SEASONI
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6.9.0 AEC / CAEC BOARD INSTALLAT INSTALLATION ION OR REPLACEMENT......
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6.1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Chapter provides a recommended schedule for periodic maintenance of the X-ray generator. Instructions
are also included for installing an AEC / CAEC board in generators which originally did not have the AEC
option installed, and for installing
i nstalling an AEC / CAEC board to upgrade to CAEC (where available).
The initial installation date and location, and all service performed on the generator, should be
recorded in table 6-1. The record should be as thorough as possible, detailing the scope and type of work that
was performed (all service and a record of all replacement parts that were installed). Additionally, the person
performing the work should date and sign the record.
This information will be invaluable in the future for traceability and to ensure continued compatibility of
the generator.
If a major
major co mponent (such as the HT oil tank o r a major circu it board) is replaced, re
recalibration
calibration will b e
needed. A separate procedure will be included with the spare in those cases, detailing the required
calibration pro cedure. T
The
he accepta
acceptance
nce test procedure per Chapter 4 should th en be performed prior to
placing the generator back into service.
service.
WARNING: ALWAYS
AL WAYS SWITCH OFF MAINS POWER TO THE GENERATOR AND WAIT A MINIMUM OF
5 MINUTES FOR CAPACITORS TO DISCHARGE BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
PREVENTATIVE
PREVENT ATIVE MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING CL
CLEANING.
EANING.
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INSTALLED
INSTALL ED BY: ___________
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Service
Service Da
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Descri
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Service Perfor
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Maintenance Descripti
Descripti on of Preve
Preventative
ntative Maintena
Maintenance
nce
Frequency
Every 6 Months AND 1. Clean and re-grease all HV connections using vapor proof
whenever a related compound.
certifiable X-ray 2. Check that all HV connections are tight.
component is replaced:
3. Clean the control console, and main cabinet as needed. REFER TO
6.5.0 CLEANING
CLEA NING BEFORE PROCEEDIN
PROCEEDING. G.
4. Perform the X-ray tube auto calibration routine, refer to Chapter 3.
5. Verify the calibration of the generator, refer to Chapter 4.
• The handswitch (if used) and the cables connecting this to the
console.
• The HT cables.
2. Open the generator main cabinet and examine the unit for any visible
damage: missing or loose ground connections, oil leaks, damaged
cables etc.
3. Ensure that there are no obstructions blocking any of the ventilation
holes or louvers on the generator cabinet.
Every 5 years: Replace the lithium battery on the CPU board in the control console. Refer
to the spares list in Chapter 8 for the required part
pa rt number. Refer to 6.7.0
for the battery replacement procedure.
2. With the screw sufficiently loosened, remove the rubber (neoprene) plug.
3. Use a clean
clean ruler,
ruler, strip of cardboard, or other equivalent material to determine the oil level --
measured always from th e TOP TOP surface of the HT tank’s lid.
lid.
• Normally the oil level should be between 0.88 - 1.25 inches (22 - 32 mm) from the top of the tank
lid.
• If the oil level is between 1.25 - 1.6 inches (32 - 41 mm) from the top of the tank lid, then clean oil
should be added as needed.
• If the oil level is greater than 1.6 inches (41 mm) below the top of the tank lid, please consult the
factory.
4. Use only fresh oil, type Shell DIALA AX or equivalent. It is critical that air is not added when topping up
the oil. The following procedure is strongly recommended when adding oil.
• Use a new clean syringe to remove oil from the container. A 60 cc catheter tip syringe is
recommended. Approximately 60 cc of oil is required to raise the oil level by one millimeter.
• Turn the syringe upright and expel any trapped air.
• Place the tip of the syringe through the oil-fill plug and into the oil, ensuring that it is below the
surface of the oil.
• Gently eject the oil from the syringe into the HT tank, while making sure that the tip of the syringe
remains below the surface of the oil until all of the oil is emptied from the syringe.
• Repeat the previous steps until the required amount of oil has been added.
5. Replace the oil fill plug and tighten the screw when finished. Do NOT over tighten the screw. This
should be tightened until the neoprene plug is no longer able to be turned by hand, then tighten the
screw another 1 to 1 1/2 turns. Wipe up any oil spills. Dispose of soiled absorber in compliance with
government requirements, and ensure conformity to local disposal regulations.
Figure 6-1: HT
HT tank oil fi ll
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6.5.0 CLEANING
• Never use anything other than mild soap and water to clean plastic surfaces. Other cleaners may damage
the plastic.
• Never
Never use any corrosi ve, solvent or abrasive dete
detergents
rgents or polishes.
polishes.
• Ensure that no water or other liquid can enter any equipment. This precaution prevents short circuits and
corrosion forming on components.
• Methods of disinfection used must conform to legal regulations and guidelines regarding disinfection and
explosion protection.
• If disinfectants are used which form explosive
explosi ve mixtures of gases, these gases must have dissipated before
switching on the equipment again.
• Disinfection by spraying is not recommended because the disi
disinfectant
nfectant may enter the X-ray equipment.
• If room disinfection is done with an atomizer, it is recommended that the equipment be switched OFF,
allowed to cool down and covered with a plastic sheet. When the disinfectant mist has subsided, the
plastic sheet may be removed and the equipment be disinfected by wiping.
WARNING: PLEASE
PLEA SE TAKE APPROPRIATE ELECTROSTATIC PRECAUTIONS AT ALL
AL L TIMES WHEN
HANDLING THE EPROM OR EEPROM.
1. Switch the generator OFF at the console and disconnect the mains voltage.
2. Turn the console on its face. A soft, clean cloth should be placed on the work surface to protect the
console from damage while it is face down.
3. Remove and temporarily set aside the screws at the bottom of the console. Carefully remove the
bottom of the console enclosure.
4. Locate and carefully remove the existing EPROM and / or EEPROM on the CPU board (U7 for the
EPROM, U6 for the EEPROM, refer to figure 6-2).
5. Carefully insert the replacement EPROM and / or EEPROM into the socket observing the orientation
per figure 6-2.
6-2.
6. Reposition the console bottom and replace the hardware that was removed in step 3.
1. Refer to 6.6.0 for console disassembly instructions to access the CPU board. Refer to figure 6-2 for
the battery location.
2. Remove the battery from the holder by gently prying under the battery at the access slot in the battery
holder using a small screwdriver. Slide the battery over the edge of the holder and remove it when it is
free.
3. Check the voltage of the new battery prior to inserting it. This should be nominally 3.2V, do not use if it
is under 2.90 V.
4. Wipe the replacement battery with a clean cloth, and ensure that the holder is clean before inserting
the new battery.
5. Gently lift the spring contact on the holder and insert the replacement battery positive (+) side up
6. A stamp error message may be observed at initial turn-on after replacing the battery. This is normal at
this point and will be cleared by setting the date and time in step 8.
8. this.
Reset the date and time; refer to Chapter 3 for the procedure to do this.
Figure 6-2: EPR
EPROM
OM and battery loc ation
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Tube conditioning or “seasoning” is particularly important for new X-ray tubes or tubes that have not been
used for several days. This should be performed before attempting auto calibration, as an unseasoned tube
may not operate properly at higher kV values without arcing.
Always refer to the X-ray tube manufacturers seasoning procedure, if available. If the X-ray tube
manufacturers instructions are not available, the following procedure may be used:
IF DEVIATING FROM THE PROCEDURE BELOW, IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT THE GENERATOR
WILL NOT ALLOW EXPOSURES AT KV VALUES HIGHER THAN HAS BEEN AUTO CALIBRATED. FOR
EXAMPLE, IF AUTO CALIBRATION HAS ONLY BEEN DONE AT 40 AND 70 KV, THEN EXPOSURES
AB OVE 70 KV ARE NOT ALL OWED.
TUBE AUTO CALIBRATION IS DONE AT 40 kV, 70 KV, 100 KV, AND 125 KV. THE HIGHER KV
VALUES WILL NOT BE CALIBRATED IF LIMITED BY THE “ KV MAX” SET
SETTING
TING IN T
THE
HE UTILITY
UTILITY MENU.
MENU.
1. In the level 2 utilities menu record the current maximum kV setting, then temporarily set the maximum
kV to 80. Refer to Chapter 3 for the procedure to do this.
2. Start the tube auto calibration sequence, and allow the generator to finish the 70 kV calibration step.
Calibration will not be attempted at higher kV due to the kV limit set in step 1.
3. Season the tube at 70 kV, large focus, 300 mA, by taking approximately 10 exposures of 50 mAs.
These exposures should be taken at the maximum rate that the duty cycle limit will allow.
4.
4. Temporarily set the maximum kV to 110 kV as per step 1.
5. Restart the tube auto calibration sequence, and allow the generator to finish the 100 kV calibration
step. Calibration will not be attempted at higher kV due to the kV limit set in the previous step.
THE GENERATOR WILL BEGIN AUTO CALIBRATION AT 40 KV EACH TIME TIME THE AUTO
CALIBRA
CAL IBRATION
TION SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE IS RESTARTED IN THIS PROCEDURE.
6. Season the tube at 100 kV, large focus, 300 mA, by taking approximately 10 exposures of 50 mAs.
These exposures should be taken at the maximum rate that the duty cycle limit will allow.
7. Reset the maximum kV to the value that it was in step 1 prior to the temporary change.
8. Season the tube at 120 kV, large focus, 300 mA, if the kV limit allows this, by taking approximately 5
exposures of 50 mAs. These exposures should be taken at the maximum rate that the duty cycle limit
will allow.
1. Switch the generator OFF at the console and disconnect the mains voltage.
2. Turn the console on its face. A soft, clean cloth should be placed on the work surface to protect the
console from damage while it is face down.
3. Remove and temporarily set aside the screws at the bottom of the console. Carefully remove the
bottom of the console enclosure.
NYLON
STANDOFF
PLUNGER
Figure 6-3:
6-3: Nylon s tandoff
5. If an AEC board is to be installed in a generator that previously had no AEC board, follow these steps:
a) Locate the four AEC board mounting holes on the CPU board. These are indicated in figure 6-
2.
b) Install a nylon st
standoff
andoff in each mounting hole identified in the previous step. Press the end of the
standoff shown in figure 6-3 into the holes in the board, and then fully depress the plunger on the
nylon standoffs to secure the standoffs to the board.
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c) Orientate the AEC board to be installed with the component side up, and the connector
connectorss facing the
rear of the console such that it will fit on the nylon standoffs. Ensure that the pins on J7 on the
CPU board are lined up with the mating connector on the AEC board, then press the AEC board
into position such that the J7 connector pins and the AEC board are fully seated. When the AEC
board is properly installed, turn the head of each plunger approximately 90° clockwise to secure
the board. Ensure that there is a minimum of 1/16” 1/16” (2 mm) clea
clearance
rance betwee
between n th e heatsink
of Q3 on the CPU board and the botto m of t he AEC board. If there is insuffic ient clearance,
clearance,
gently bend Q3 toward J1 on th e CPU CPU board until sufficient cleara
clearance
nce is available.
available.
d) Reposition the console bottom and replace the hardware
hardware that was removed in step 3.
e) Connect the AEC cables as per chapter 2, then perform AEC
AEC setup and calibration per chapter 3
of the service manual.
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CHAPTER 7
THEORY OF OPERATION
CONTENTS:
7.0 INTRODUCTI
INTRODUCTION...............
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