AFP Imaging Mini-Medical Series, Installation, Operation & Service Parts Manual

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Introduction
Mini Med Series
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Transport System,
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Before processing film, the processor must first be turned ON and allowed to bring the
developer up to operating temperature.
As the processor warms up, it runs for one (1) process cycle (approximately 5 minutes) and
then remains in the Stand-By mode. In this mode, only the developer heater, one dryer
blower and the circulation pumps operate.
Film being fed into the processor is detected by a dual film sensor assembly located in the
feed slot. When film is sensed, the Wait lamp will illuminate and stay illuminated until
shortly after the trailing edge of the film has passed the sensor(s).
The above activation of the film feed sensor(s) also places the processor into Process mode,
starting the transport system, the dryer heaters and blowers and, as long as the feed switch
is tripped, operating the replenishment system.
Shortly after the Wait lamp extinguishes, an audible signal will sound, indicating to the
operator that additional film may be fed into the processor.
An electronic holding circuit will keep the processor in Process mode for approximately 4
minutes after the feed switch is released. This will allow complete processing of the film,
after which time the processor will return to the Stand-By mode to conserve energy, water
and wear on the processor.
Figure 1-2, Transport System
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