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GE ERESCO MF4 Series - User Manual

GE ERESCO MF4 Series
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GE
Sensing & Inspection Technologies
X-ray
Industry X-ray Unit
ERESCO MF4 Type Series
Digital control unit ERESCO MF4 control
Operating manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety Information

Used Safety Symbols

Explanation of safety symbols used in the manual and on the system for warnings and information.

Radiation Protection Information

Guidelines and recommendations for safe operation to minimize radiation exposure.

Danger Posed by this System

Information on potential hazards associated with high voltage and X-ray radiation.

Authorised Users

Defines who is permitted to operate the unit and their responsibilities.

Safety Measures at the Installation Site

Measures to enhance safety at the installation site and handling of increased earth leakage current.

Intended Use

Specifies the designated purpose of the unit for material testing and prohibits other uses.

Operating Manual

Installation of the Unit

Detailed steps and connection diagrams for installing the X-ray unit.

Taking into Operation

Procedure for connecting the unit to mains and bringing it to stand-by or operating mode.

Setting the Operating Parameters

How to adjust key operating parameters like exposure time, kV, and mA settings.

Exposure calculator

Using the integrated calculator to determine appropriate mA x min product and exposure time.

Starting Exposure

Procedure for initiating an X-ray exposure, including prewarning and safety checks.

Exposure Stop

How to safely stop an X-ray exposure at any time.

Generating Programs

Steps for saving and naming custom exposure programs.

Setup Menu

Tube data

Shows technical specifications of the connected X-ray tube and radiating unit.

Interface

Configuration settings for communication interfaces like Baud rate and protocol.

Prewarning

Setting the duration of the prewarning time before radiation is emitted.

Exposure Calculator

Tool for calculating exposure factors and correction factors for different materials.

Memory location

Defining where system data like history and programs are stored.

Interlock Mode

Protective Devices

Fuses and Pin Assignment

List of Messages

Maintenance

Ideal Operation for X-ray Tubes

Recommendations for handling and operating X-ray tubes to ensure longevity and performance.

Water Cooling Pump WL 1001 (Optional)

Maintenance tasks and guidelines for the optional water cooling pump.

Checking Automatic Shut-Off of Flow Rate Monitor

Procedure to test the functionality of the flow rate monitor's automatic shut-off.

Checking Fail-Safe Operation of Warning Flash Light

Testing the fail-safe mechanism of the optional warning flash light.

Replacing the High Voltage Lamp

Dismantling and Disposal

Technical Data

Digital Control Unit ERESCO MF4 Control

Detailed technical specifications for the ERESCO MF4 control unit.

ERESCO 32 MF4-C

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 32 MF4-C model.

ERESCO 42 MF4 and ERESCO 42 MF4-W

Technical specifications for ERESCO 42 MF4 and 42 MF4-W models.

ERESCO 52 MF4-CL

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 52 MF4-CL model.

ERESCO 65 MF4 and ERESCO 65 MF4-W

Technical specifications for ERESCO 65 MF4 and 65 MF4-W models.

ERESCO 160 MF4-R and ERESCO 160 MF4-RW

Technical specifications for ERESCO 160 MF4-R and 160 MF4-RW models.

ERESCO 280 MF4-R and ERESCO 280 MF4-RW

Technical specifications for ERESCO 280 MF4-R and 280 MF4-RW models.

ERESCO 300 MF4-R

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 300 MF4-R model.

Appendix 1: Exposure Diagrams

Appendix 2: Connection Diagram

Appendix 3: Image Quality of Test Specimen EN 462

Appendix 4: Operation with Centring Laser

Summary

Safety Information

Used Safety Symbols

Explanation of safety symbols used in the manual and on the system for warnings and information.

Radiation Protection Information

Guidelines and recommendations for safe operation to minimize radiation exposure.

Danger Posed by this System

Information on potential hazards associated with high voltage and X-ray radiation.

Authorised Users

Defines who is permitted to operate the unit and their responsibilities.

Safety Measures at the Installation Site

Measures to enhance safety at the installation site and handling of increased earth leakage current.

Intended Use

Specifies the designated purpose of the unit for material testing and prohibits other uses.

Operating Manual

Installation of the Unit

Detailed steps and connection diagrams for installing the X-ray unit.

Taking into Operation

Procedure for connecting the unit to mains and bringing it to stand-by or operating mode.

Setting the Operating Parameters

How to adjust key operating parameters like exposure time, kV, and mA settings.

Exposure calculator

Using the integrated calculator to determine appropriate mA x min product and exposure time.

Starting Exposure

Procedure for initiating an X-ray exposure, including prewarning and safety checks.

Exposure Stop

How to safely stop an X-ray exposure at any time.

Generating Programs

Steps for saving and naming custom exposure programs.

Setup Menu

Tube data

Shows technical specifications of the connected X-ray tube and radiating unit.

Interface

Configuration settings for communication interfaces like Baud rate and protocol.

Prewarning

Setting the duration of the prewarning time before radiation is emitted.

Exposure Calculator

Tool for calculating exposure factors and correction factors for different materials.

Memory location

Defining where system data like history and programs are stored.

Interlock Mode

Protective Devices

Fuses and Pin Assignment

List of Messages

Maintenance

Ideal Operation for X-ray Tubes

Recommendations for handling and operating X-ray tubes to ensure longevity and performance.

Water Cooling Pump WL 1001 (Optional)

Maintenance tasks and guidelines for the optional water cooling pump.

Checking Automatic Shut-Off of Flow Rate Monitor

Procedure to test the functionality of the flow rate monitor's automatic shut-off.

Checking Fail-Safe Operation of Warning Flash Light

Testing the fail-safe mechanism of the optional warning flash light.

Replacing the High Voltage Lamp

Dismantling and Disposal

Technical Data

Digital Control Unit ERESCO MF4 Control

Detailed technical specifications for the ERESCO MF4 control unit.

ERESCO 32 MF4-C

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 32 MF4-C model.

ERESCO 42 MF4 and ERESCO 42 MF4-W

Technical specifications for ERESCO 42 MF4 and 42 MF4-W models.

ERESCO 52 MF4-CL

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 52 MF4-CL model.

ERESCO 65 MF4 and ERESCO 65 MF4-W

Technical specifications for ERESCO 65 MF4 and 65 MF4-W models.

ERESCO 160 MF4-R and ERESCO 160 MF4-RW

Technical specifications for ERESCO 160 MF4-R and 160 MF4-RW models.

ERESCO 280 MF4-R and ERESCO 280 MF4-RW

Technical specifications for ERESCO 280 MF4-R and 280 MF4-RW models.

ERESCO 300 MF4-R

Technical specifications for the ERESCO 300 MF4-R model.

Appendix 1: Exposure Diagrams

Appendix 2: Connection Diagram

Appendix 3: Image Quality of Test Specimen EN 462

Appendix 4: Operation with Centring Laser

GE ERESCO MF4 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelERESCO MF4 Series
CategoryIndustrial Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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