Safety Issues VÅNTEC-1 Detector User Manual
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1.1 Qualified Personnel
The VÅNTEC-1 may only be set up and oper-
ated in conjunction with this manual. Only per-
sonnel authorized by Bruker AXS are allowed to
work on this equipment. All repairs, adjustments
and alignments performed on any components
of the VÅNTEC-1 must be carried out strictly in
accordance with the established safety prac-
tices and standards of the country where the
equipment is installed.
1.2 Correct Usage
This device and its components may only be
used for the applications described in this man-
ual and only in connection with devices or com-
ponents from other manufacturers which have
been approved or recommended by Bruker
AXS.
This product can only function correctly and
safely if it is transported, stored, set up and
installed correctly and operated and maintained
as recommended by Bruker AXS. Protection
provided by this equipment may be impaired if it
is used in a manner not specified by Bruker
AXS.
1.3 X-ray Equipment
X-ray equipment produces potentially harmful
radiation and can be dangerous to anyone in the
immediate vicinity unless safety precautions are
completely understood and implemented. All
persons designated to operate or perform
maintenance need to be fully trained on the
nature of radiation, X-ray generating equipment
and radiation safety. All users of the X-ray
equipment are required to accurately monitor X-
ray exposure by proper use of X-ray dosimeters.
For safety issues related to the operation and
maintenance of your particular X-ray generator,
diffractometer and shield enclosure, please refer
to the manufacturer operation manuals or your
Radiation Protection Supervisor. The user is
responsible for compliance with local safety reg-
ulations.
Voltage Danger—Before installing or
servicing the detector, switch off the system to
avoid high voltage.