1-4 P/N 9-500-0255
Service Manual
Chapter 1: General Information
Safety
• Automatic compression release (decompression) is disabled when a localization
paddle is installed.
• C-arm Force Limit is reached. The downward motorized movement of the C-arm is
limited to a force of 154 N, +
44 N (35 lb, +10 lb).
2.4 Radiation Safety
The unit’s radiation safety is designed to comply with all requirements of 21CFR Part 1020,
IEC 601-2-7, and IEC 601-1-3. The shield is rated for a 0.5 mm Pb (lead) equivalence. To
ensure radiological protection, restrict access to the unit in accordance with local
regulations.
The exposure duration is limited by the following normal conditions:
• The manual mAs timer
• The Automatic Exposure Control circuits
The exposure duration is also limited by the following abnormal conditions:
• Premature release of the x-ray exposure switch
• Exceeding the preset “back-up time”
• The independent safety hardware back-up timer
• Detection of a generator fault
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