GE Discovery LS - Figure 2-8: Table Tape Switches; Figure 2-9: Cradle Latch Button

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DIRECTION 2307224-100, REVISION 6DISCOVERY LS SYSTEM SERVICE MANUAL
Chapter 2 - Discovery LS System Safety Information Page 47
Note: • Do not use the Scan Stop button on the console or the gantry control panels.
• If it is necessary to stop gantry rotation immediately, use the E-stop shown in
Figure 2-6. The scan abort switch only terminates X-ray generation and does not stop gantry
rotation.
2.2.3.3 Table Latch and Tape Switches
Pressure sensitive tape switches are located on both sides of the cradle and base. The purpose of
these switches is to sense obstructions during cradle movement. When activated, the switch
disables cradle drive power. The cradle unlatches when cradle drive power is removed.
Figure 2-8: Table Tape Switches
In case of an emergency, a Cradle Latch button is provided on the gantry control panel.
It is a toggle switch. When engaged, it unlatches the cradle, but does not remove power to the
cradle’s drive. To relatch the cradle, simply press the cradle latch button again.
Note: Never use the Cradle Latch/Unlatch button (shown in Figure 2-9) to position patients. Use the
cradle’s positioning buttons instead. Sudden movement of an unlatched cradle can cause the
system to lose track of positioning information, especially during use of an injector.
Figure 2-9: Cradle Latch Button
TOUCH SENSOR.
(RIGHT)
TOUCH SENSOR.
(RIGHT)
TOUCH SENSOR.
(LEFT)
Tape Switches
Cradle Latch/
Unlatch Button