C-Arm Subsystem
Subystem Functional Breakdown
The operation of the C-Arm has been divided into the functional groups listed below. The functional group name corresponds to
the applicable chapter tab in this manual, for easy access to the information indicated.
• AC Power Distribution • Collimator
• DC Power Distribution • Image Control
• Battery Charging • Cooling
• System Communications • Flip Flop
• Interlocks • Orbital Motion
• Stator Power and Control • Wig Wag Motion
• Pre-charge • Horizontal Cross Arm Motion
• X-ray On, X-ray Disable • L-arm
• kV Generation • Vertical Lift
• mA Generation • Steering and Braking
• Automatic Brightness Stabilization (ABS)
Functional Tests
Use the following tests to verify operational condition of the C-Arm. If the C-Arm fails any of these tests, refer to Fault Isolation, in
this chapter.
Boot Test
1. With the Workstation off, unplug the interconnect cable from the C-Arm. . If the Workstation is already connected to the wall
receptacle, you should hear a click from its internal electronics.
2. Verify that the Workstation AC Power plug is connected to the wall receptacle, or plug it in. You should hear one click from
the Workstation as power is connected.
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