Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System Manual Chapter 2 | Safety, Warnings, and Radiation Hazards 12
Access Panels
There are no user serviceable components in the lower electronics area, or in the side and rear panels
of the Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System. Do not remove the electronics tray from the imaging
system or the cover from the light source module unless you are instructed by and under the
supervision of a PerkinElmer technical service representative.
Do not modify the Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System in ANY manner by making any kind of
hole or aperture in the imaging system or removing any component that is part of the radiation
shielding.
2.3 X-Ray Safety and Radiation Hazards
The Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System produces X-rays when the X-ray function has been
energized and initiated. The Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System is defined by most regulatory
agencies as a "Cabinet X-Ray System." A cabinet system is one that produces little or no X-ray
exposure to the user and is safe to operate with the user in close proximity. PerkinElmer certifies the
Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System to produce not more than 0.5 millirem per hour at a distance
of 5 cm from the instrument surface. In addition, the instrument is certified to meet all international
exposure requirements (typically, 0.1 millirem per hour) and other regulations for where it is sold.
The Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System meets all US (FDA) regulations regarding a cabinet X-
ray system.
Effects of Radiation
The Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System produces ionizing radiation in the energy range from
0 to 90 kilovolts (X-ray). While this energy can be hazardous to the human body, the shielded cabinet
protects the user or others in the vicinity from any exposure above background. The user is
responsible for minimizing the total X-ray exposure to the individual mouse or other animal subject
as part of the total amount of time spent imaging.
Only individuals who have been trained to operate the equipment should be permitted to use it. In
some locations, government regulations may require that the user have radiation training and be
certified.
WARNING! This equipment uses a beryllium window X-ray tube. Beryllium is
hazardous to the human body. Contact a professional waste disposal service to
dispose of X-ray tubes. Do not mix with general consumer waste.
WARNING! The X-ray emission window of the X-ray tube contains metallic beryllium.
Avoid any contact with the window with bare hands. Beryllium powder or vapor is
hazardous to the human body. Avoid grinding, processing, or burning the beryllium
window. Avoid wiping the window with chemicals. In case of accidental contact
between your skin and the window, immediately wash the affected area with soap
and water. Comply with all applicable regional rules concerning proper disposal when
disposing of the X-ray tube (the unit containing the X-ray tube).
WARNING! This product produces X-rays. Do not attempt to open the
Quantum GX2 microCT door when X-rays are being generated as
indicated by the "X-Ray On" light on the front panel and on the
computer monitor.
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