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Operator’s manual • X-Mind unity • VH • (15) • 09/2017 • NUN0EN010H
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5.11. POSITIONING THE PATIENT
Comfortably seat the patient and follow the standard intra-oral procedures for correct patient positioning.
5.12. POSITIONING FILM OR SENSOR
Positioning either the film or the digital sensor depending on the technique and exam type to be used.
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WARNING
According to the x-ray examination to perform and the relevant technique, it is strongly recommended to use a shielded, open-ended posi-
tion-indicating device (PID, x-ray detector support holder) in order to maintain precise positioning during the examination and also to help
the operator avoid common errors by specifically directing the X-ray beam toward the receptor.
CAUTION
The disposable protection covers used for any type of x-ray detector support, can cause dangerous injuries even death if swallowed!
Please use the disposable protectors as recommended by their respective manufacturers and make sure they are firmly secured on the sup-
port and cannot move in the mouth or in the throat of the patient!
It is furthermore mandatory to carefully follow the operating instructions and take observe all safety measures according to the respective
manufacturers of the x-ray detectors (FILM/X-RAY DIGITAL SENSORS/PSP, etc.), used by the operator.