Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System Manual Chapter 8 | Care and Maintenance 81
Monthly Safety Checks
Perform the following safety checks every month.
1. All safety checks performed on a daily basis.
2. Activate the "X-Ray Emergency Off" switch to verify operation.
All indication of X-ray generation should cease when the switch is pushed in.
3. Reset the X-Ray Emergency Off switch by turning the red knob clockwise.
The knob should pop out.
4. Restart X-ray generation from the Quantum GX2 microCT Imaging System control software.
Annual Safety Checks
Perform the following safety checks every 12 months.
1. All safety checks that are conducted on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
2. A full radiation survey conducted by a qualified person.
8.3 Cleaning the Quantum GX2 microCT
Approved Cleaning Solutions
The compounds shown in Table 8.1 do not damage the internal finish of the Quantum GX2 microCT
imaging chamber and are suitable for use as cleaners, if required. Do not use any solution not
included in this list. In particular, avoid strong bases, bleach, or acids that may potentially damage
the unit and compromise its operation.
NOTE: X-rays will need to be generated when performing this test.
IMPORTANT: Do not spray cleaning solutions in the sample bore. Gently wipe the bore
surfaces as described on page 82.
Table 8.1 Acceptable cleaning solutions for the Quantum GX2 microCT sample bore
Cleaning Solution Manufacturer
Cidexplus
®
Solution (3.4% glutaraldehyde) Johnson & Johnson Medical
70% methyl alcohol/30% deionized water solution
70% ethyl alcohol/30% deionized water solution
Sporicidin
®
Sterilizing Solution (1.56% phenol) Sporicidin International
Clidox-s
®
Disinfectant Pharmacal Research Laboratories, Inc.
NOTE: PerkinElmer makes no claims as to the sterility of the Quantum GX2 microCT imaging
chamber after using the solutions in Table 8.1. Please refer to the manufacturer’s literature for
information as to the applicability of the compound for the organism of interest.
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