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INSTALLATION
RX DC X-RAY UNIT
14. PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE
These instructions describe the maintenance procedures for the x-ray unit. These instructions apply to all versions of
said equipment.
In order to ensure the operational safety and functional reliability, at least once a year an authorised service technician
must perform a full inspection of the device.
When taking measurements that require a multimeter, always use a calibrated digital multimeter.
All the following tests must be carried out:
Step Description Reference in Manual
1
Check that all labels located:
- on the wall-mounted cover
- on the x-ray tube
- inside the collimator/s
are intact, correctly applied and readable.
User Manual, Section "Identication
nameplates"
2
Check there are no external damages to the equipment, which may
reduce protection against radiation.
User Manual, Section "Description of
the x-ray unit"
3
Pull out the collimator and panel stop ring, take o the screw cover
caps and loosen the screws that secure the lower cover. Check
there is no oil leakage on the tube-head.
Technical Manual, Section "Replacing
the basic head control card"
4
Check the electromechanical brake that locks/unlocks the movement
of the generator and adjust it if necessary – ball joint model units
only
Technical Manual, Section "Adjusting
the actuator unit"
5
Power o the unit and remove the wall mounting cover. Disconnect
the unit from the main power supply and check the condition of the
main power supply cable. Replace it in case of damage. Connect it
back making sure the safety ground is securely connected. Install
the wall-mounted cover back again.
Technical Manual, Section "Wall-
mounted plate wiring connections "
6 Check the battery level of the wireless remote control.
User Manual, Section "Handheld
functions"
7
Check the remote control functionality: keys must respond to
interaction
User Manual, Section "Use of
Handheld"
8
Check the power switch verifying that the switch is working properly
and the main switch green light switches on when the switch is in
the ON position.
User Manual, Section "Turning the
x-ray unit on and o"
9
Check proper functioning of x-ray generator indicator light – ball
joint model units only
User Manual, Section "Type of x-ray
head"
10 Check the exposure buzzer during a trial x-rays emission
User Manual, Section "Performing the
exposure"
11
Verify that exposure is immediately interrupted when x-ray key is
released
User Manual, Section "Performing the
exposure"
12 Check the scissors arm balance and adjust it if necessary
Technical Manual, Section "Installing
the double pantograph arm"
13 Calibrate the X-ray head
Technical Manual, Section "Technician
and user setup menu"
All inspection and maintenance work performed by the system owner and/or service engineer must be recorded in the
Operator's Manual and kept near the unit. (see User Manual - Section 16.2 TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE)
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