OEC 9600 - Dose Rate (Max. KV & MA); High Level Control (BOOST); X-Ray Generator Accuracy Verification Tests (Annual PM)

9600 Periodic Maintenance Procedure 00-880606-02
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DOSE RATE (MAX. KV & MA)
1. Using a dosimeter for the measurements, record the Actual Dose Rate, max. kV and mA, on the PM
Inspection Report form.
HIGH LEVEL CONTROL (BOOST)
1. Using a dosimeter for the measurements, record the Actual Dose Rate, max. kV, BOOST mode, on
the PM Inspection Report form.
X-RAY GENERATOR ACCURACY VERIFICATION TESTS (ANNUAL PM)
These tests measure the kVp accuracy of the system.
WARNING The following steps produce X-rays. Use appropriate precautions.
FLUORO MODE
Set the system to FLUORO MANUAL mode. Use a kVp meter or Dynalyzer for the measurements.
SET KVP
FLUOROSCOPIC KVP ACCURACY @ 1 MA
1. Enter 1.0 mA beam current. Take exposures at 60, 90 and 120 kVp and insure that the values are
within ± 5%.
FLUOROSCOPIC KVP ACCURACY @ MAXIMUM MA
1. Set the mA technique to the maximum possible setting for each kVp value. Take exposures at 60, 90
and 120 kVp and insure that the values are within ± 5%.
2. Check the “KVP ACCURACY CHECKED” box and note any discrepancies in the comments
section on the PM form.