MR system operation
Daily functionality checks
Before using the MR system, the functionality and/or cleanliness of
the following parts and areas must be checked:
◾ Alarm box
◾ Warning signs
◾ Floor
◾ Magnetizable materials
◾ Exhaust vent
◾ Patient table
◾ Squeeze bulb
Checking the functionality and cleanliness
WARNING
Large amount of liquid (for example, phantom fluid) spilled onto
patient table and seeping into electrical connections!
System malfunction due to electrical hazards
◆ Immediately stop the running examination.
◆ Shut down the computer system and power off the MR
system (SYSTEM OFF).
◆ Notify Siemens Service.
1 Check the LEDs on the alarm box.
2 Check if all warning symbols and signs are present inside and
outside the examination room.
3 Check the examination room, control room, and equipment room
for liquid spills and puddles on the floor.
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