Siemens ARCADIS Varic Maintenance Instruction

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Siemens AG SPR2-310.662.01 Page 1 of 2 ARCADIS Varic
Medical Solutions Rev. 02 05.06 CS PS SP
Checking the function blocks and displays 4
1 Checking the ”deadman” switch function 4
1.1 Exposure 4
An exposure value is set at the control console.
- Activate the exposure with the exposure switch and end it immediately by releasing the
switch.
The exposure must end immediately.
1.2 Fluoroscopy 4
Activate fluoroscopy for a short time and release the fluoroscopy switch.
Fluoroscopy must stop immediately.
a) with the fluoroscopic switch at the control console
b) with the foot switch
2 Radiation indicators 4
Check that the radiation indicators at the control console and on the monitor cart are visi-
ble during radiation and that an audible (whistling) signal is sounded after exposure
release for about 1.5 seconds.
Deadman’s switch is functioning YES NO
Radiation indicators are functioning YES NO

Siemens ARCADIS Varic Specifications

General

Type	Mobile C-arm
Image Intensifier	9-inch or 12-inch
DICOM Compatibility	Yes
Frame Rate	Up to 30 fps
Focal Spot Size	0.3/0.6 mm
Monitor	Dual 18-inch TFT LCD monitors