AMX−4+ OPERATION
GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS
(MODEL 2169360, 2236420 & 2275938 SERIES)
REV 10
om 2166913−100
5−1
SECTION 5
X−RAY PROCEDURE
Overview
In this section you’ll learn how to setup and position mechanical components of the
AMX−4+. Steps for mechanical positioning are organized in the following way.
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Adjustment of column and telescoping arm
D
Rotation of x−ray tube unit, and
D
Adjustment of collimator
You’ll also learn how to select patient parameters (technique selection) and, finally,
how to take an x−ray exposure.
5−1
Mechanical Setup
Steps
Follow these steps to release the latch, vertical column and telescoping arm locks from
the park/transport position.
Make sure that the unit is turned
ON.
5−2
Latch Lock Release
1. Grip the collimator handles to activate the switch. (You should hear a clicking
sound.) With
slight
force, push the telescoping arm down to release latch and then
raise up.
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Note that you only need to grip
one
of the collimator handles to activate the
lock release system. See Illustration 5−1.
ILLUSTRATION 5−1
LOCK RELEASE MECHANISM
TO RELEASE THE LOCKS,
GRIP BOTH THE COLLIMATOR
HANDLES, OR JUST ONE
HANDLE.
FOR
TRAINING
PURPOSES
ONLY!
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