Hologic DISCOVERY A, Technical Manual

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Discovery QDR Series Technical Manual
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3.1.4 Arrange For Help
Moving the unit to its final location requires at least two able-bodied people to direct the
machine, hold doors, and lift heavy parts. The following table gives some representative
weights.
*Max. Patient Weight for systems built prior to February 2006 is 350 lb (159Kg)
3.2 Uncrate and Move to Destination
3.2.1 Inspect For Shipping Damage
Inspect the exteriors of all crates and boxes for shipping damage. Bring any damage
discovered to the attention of the customer's Shipping/Receiving department before
proceeding.
Figure 3-5. Crated Unit (Discovery A and SL)
DISCOVERY-A DISCOVERY-C DISCOVERY-SL DISCOVERY-W
Equipment
Weight 365 kg
800 lb 295 kg
650 lb 365 kg
800 lb 295 kg
650 lb
Max. Patient
Weight* 204 kg
450 lb 204 kg
450 lb 204 kg
450 lb 204 kg
450 lb
Total
Weight 524 kg
1100 lb 455 kg
950 lb 524 kg
1100 lb 455 kg
950 lb
Area 1. 9 m x 1.1 m
6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 1. 9 m x 1.1 m
6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 1. 9 m x 1.1 m
6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 1. 9 m x 1.1 m
6.3 ft x 3.5 ft
Floor
Loading
244 kg/m
2
49.9 lb/ft
2
215 kg/m
2
43.9 lb/ft
2
244 kg/m
2
49.9 lb/ft
2
220 kg/m
2
45 lb/ft
2