Maintenance
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9.4. Storage
9.4.1. Temporary Storage (less than 60 days)
To prepare the C-Arm for storage, move all mechanical assemblies into their most compact position, set all
locks and brakes and remove all power.
Cover the C-Arm with a dust cover. Refer to the "Technical Reference" chapter for the range of
environmental conditions in which the C-Arm can be safely stored.
9.4.2. Long Term Storage or Shipment (60 days or more)
To prepare the C-Arm for long-term storage or shipment, observe the following recommendations:
• Move all mechanical assemblies into their most compact positions, lock all the brakes and handles
and remove all power. Coil the interconnect cable and the power cable.
• Wrap the image intensifier, X-Ray tube assembly, high voltage cable, and the control panel housing
with bubble wrap. Make sure the monitors are secured in the monitor latch. Wrap the monitors with
bubble wrap.
• Pack all accessories such as cassette holders and store them with the system.
• Cover the C-Arm and accessories. Attach each to a solid supportive shipping base and enclose in a
protective container adequate for shipment or storage. Refer to the "Technical Reference" chapter
for the range of environmental conditions in which the C-Arm can be safely stored.
UPS battery should be disconnected when the system is not likely to be used for some
time and before transportation. Battery can be left in the UPS.
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