GE Definium AMX 700 - Chapter 4: Moving and Positioning; Turn Unit On

Chapter 4: Moving and Positioning
Definium AMX 700 X-Ray System 5161515-1EN Rev. 6 (10 February 2008) 4-1
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Chapter 4: Moving and Positioning
This section describes how to drive the unit and position the x-ray tube for acquisitions.
Topics covered include:
• Turn Unit On
(p. 4-1)
• Drive the Unit
(p. 4-1)
• Position the Tube
(p. 4-5)
• Mechanical Setup
(p. 4-5)
• Latch Lock Release
(p. 4-5)
– Adjust Column and Telescoping Arm
(p. 4-6)
– Rotate the Tube
(p. 4-7)
– Adjust the Collimator
(p. 4-7)
Turn Unit On
Refer to Chapter 7: Maintenance and Service-Periodic Maintenance by Service Personnel (p. 7-1) for
important information about the circuit breaker.
1. Turn the key switch to the ON position.
Figure 4-1 Key switch
 The unit performs diagnostics (self-tests to make sure everything is working correctly). This
process takes a few seconds.
2. When the technique and battery status displays light up, the unit is ready for operation. TESTING
COMPLETE will also briefly appear on the message display.
 The unit may take 3 minutes for the digital detector software to boot up. You may drive the unit
before the software finishes booting, but you cannot take acquisitions until the software is fully
booted.
3. If SYSTEM -- XX FAILED is displayed, turn the unit OFF then ON again. If SYSTEM -- XX FAILED displays
again, write down the alphanumeric code (XX represents the code) and contact your service
representative.
Drive the Unit
A compact design and dual motor assembly makes driving and maneuvering the Definium AMX 700 an
easy process.
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY!
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