Operation and Use
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AF0118 | 2018-03-27
Component Descriptions
Arm
The arm assembly is a two component arm that holds the tube head assembly,
collimator handles, and the X-ray tube. The arm assembly allows dynamic
positioning 240 degrees in each direction. To deploy the arm, release the arm
lock by pressing the docking release switch on the tube head handle. To move
the arm, lift the arm from the collimator handle or tusks, and move the arm up
and away.
Battery
storage and
charging
The cart provides storage and charging space for one detector battery.
Brakes
Brakes are applied when the cart is stationary by default. To release brakes,
depress one of the buttons on the cart handles.
Cart
The cart exterior includes storage bins, a prep/expose switch, wheels, a bumper,
LEDs and other light indicators, the primary touchscreen monitor, arm dock
receiver, proximity badge reader, and barcode reader. The cart has a tight
turning radius due to independent wheel movement.
Collimator
The collimator includes an LED that creates a light field, which represents the
area on the patient to be X-rayed, two control knobs to operate the horizontal
and vertical shutter openings.
Detector and
grid storage
The storage bins on the back of the cart are intended to store flat panel detector
sizes 25 x 30 cm, 35 x 43 cm, and 43 x 43 cm. A 35 x 43 grid holder may also be
stored in place of a 43 x 43 detector. To store the grid or detector, slide it
straight into the bin so that it seats securely.