HF Series Generators
Maintenance
MA-1004R4
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2.5 CONTROL CONSOLE CONDITION
Check the proper connection and condition of the cables connected to the
Console.
If applicable, check the Handswitch condi tion. Verify that the Handswitch cable
and its connection to the Console are in good condition.
Check correct operation of the buttons, displays and indicators by performing
the following test:
1. Turn the Generator / Console ON.
2. If the Console is a Touch Screen Console, touch on different points of the
operator application on the Touch Screen to check that the Touch Screen
Sensor is properly calibrated. If it is not calibrated, perform the procedure
described in Section 2.5.1 -- Touch Screen Sensor Calibration.
3. If applicable, check the Handswitch condition. Verify that the Handswitch
cable and its c onnection to the Console are in good condition.
4. Select a radiographic technique and observe:
G Indicators of the selected workstation and Focal Spot.
G Technique parameters are displayed on the Console. Change
technique parameters and observe that changes are correctly
displayed.
G Select the parameters for an usual exposure. Press “Prep” and
verify that the “Ready” indicator is activated. Release “Prep” and
observe that the “Ready” indicator is deactivated.
G Make the exposure, and verify that radiographic exposure signal
sounds and the “Prep” and “X-ray On” indicators are activated
during the exposure.
5. If AEC is installed, select a technique with AEC and observe that the
indicators of the selected AEC controls are activated.
6. If APR is installed, select an APR technique and observe:
G Indicators of the selected Patient Size are activated and the Body
Region / Anatomical Views are shown on the APR Display and its
corresponding parameters are shown on the RAD Display.
G Change the APR technique and observe that selection and
parameters changes on both Displays.
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