HF Series Generators -- RAD Console
Operation
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A typical RAD examination sequence is as indicated below:
1. Make sure that the X-ray Tube to be used is properly warmed-up.
2. Position the patient for the examination.
3. Select the “workstation”, and technique parameters using the RAD
controls on the Console.
4. Instruct patient to maintain the required position. Prepare the X-ray Tube
by pressing the handswitch push-button to the “Prep” position and
maintain it until the “Ready” indicator is illuminated.
5. Instruct patient to remain still and to hold his breath as required, then
make the X-ray exposure by pressing the handswitch push-button fully
to the “Exp” position and maintain it throughout the exposure. The “X-ray
On” indicator will light and an audible signal will sound during the
exposure.
6. When the exposure is finished, release the handswitch push-button.
7. Repeat the procedure if additional exposures are desired.
4.4 AEC OPERATION
The proper use of AEC requires accurate patient positioning. For examination
using AEC, the operator will need to select the desired AEC parameters as
follows:
1. Make sure that the X-ray Tube to be used is properly warmed-up.
2. Position the patient for the examination.
3. Select the “workstation” and enter in AEC mode by selecting at least one
Area Detector “Field” on the Console.
4. If required, choose another “Film Screen Combination” and adjust the
“Film Density” setting (“0” is the normal setting).
5. Select the technique parameters (back-up time / mAs) using the RAD
controls on the Console.
6. Continue with the radiographic operation. (Refer to Section 4.3 -- step 4.)
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