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16 OPERATION MANUAL

OPERATING  PROCEDURES

Follow these procedures when an electrical power
failure while film is being processed in the SRX-101A.

q

Wait until the power is restored.

w

After the power is restored, press the RUN button ON.

The film that was being processed will be ejected

from the processor.

If the power failure occurred when the film was
in the developer tank, the film may be damaged
if the power is not restored shortly.

e

Wait until the READY lamp goes on to resume film

processing.

If SRX-101A will be out of use for a long period
(a week or longer), follow the procedures below.

q

Open all the drainage valves and empty all of

three tanks.

w

Remove the DEV and FIX/WASH racks.  Scrub

them (including their rollers) with a sponge and
warm water (under 104

<

).  

After rinsing, leave them to dry.

e

Fill the processing tanks water and switch the SRX-

101A ON to circulate it through the system.

Make sure that the tanks and hoses have been

thoroughly rinsed, then drain the water from the tanks.

r

Set the dried racks back into their respective tanks.

t

Store the SRX-101A in a dry (low humidity) place.

The following table is a listing of the values preset at
the factory to control the SRX-101A's operating
conditions.  If you need to change any of these
conditions, please contact your nearest authorized
KONICA dealer.

(1)There are three process cycle to choose from:

90 seconds, 120 seconds and 180 seconds.
If you choose the 90 second cycle, use KONICA's

recommended SR film and SR chemical.

If it is not available for you, please contact the

authorized Konica dealer.

(2)DEV temperature may be set between 84

<

and

99

<

.

This value may be adjusted according to room
condition.

(3)There are three standby options to choose from:

10 minutes, 30 minutes, continuous operation.
The SRX-101A will switch over to standby if no

film has been inserted for 5 minutes while the
READY lamp is ON.  During standby the heater
will go ON and OFF at 5 minute intervals.  

As soon as a sheet of film is inserted, the SRX-

101A will automatically switch over to normal
operating conditions.

Responding to Power Failure

6

NOTE:

Maintenance When Long Periods 
of No Operation

7

Changing Processing
Conditions

8

Condition

Preset Value

Process cycle

(1)

120 seconds

DEV temperature

(2)

93

<

Replenish amounts

DEV

40

P

/10"x12" sheet

FIX

70

P

/10"x12" sheet

Standby interval

(3)

10 minutes

Power source frequency

60Hz

Summary of Contents for SRX-101A

Page 1: ...Model SRX 101A OPERATION MANUAL MEDICAL FILM PROCESSOR CODE NO 1052 KONICA CORPORATION No 26 2 Nishishinjuku 1 chome Shinjuku ku Tokyo 163 0512 Japan ...

Page 2: ...and Maintenance 26 4 Annual Service and Maintenance 26 5 Service and Maintenance Schedule 27 6 How to Use Splash Guard 27 SPECIFICATIONS 28 SHUT OFF WATER VALVE WHEN TURNING OFF THE PROCESSOR WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against ...

Page 3: ... a smaller more compact body This manual contains mechanical operating procedures and precautions to follow so that you will be able to operate the SRX 101A under optimum conditions and handle it with maximum safety Please keep it handy whenever operating the SRX 101A and refer to it if you have any questions about the system s capabilities or operational features OPERATION MANUAL 1 ...

Page 4: ...Carry the main body of the SRX 101A on a conventional hand carrier by two persons 2 OPERATION MANUAL NORMAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS 1 There are dangerous high voltage areas inside the processor Do not try to remove the cover with a screwdriver or any other tool while the processor is ON 2 Keep foreign objects from falling into the processing tanks 3 If you detect any unusual noise odor or smoke comin...

Page 5: ...mplies the danger level which may lead to serious injury including a loss of life CAUTION If failed to avoid the risk this implies the danger level which may lead to moderate damage or light injury Also it is used when a physical damage alone is expected Risk of the damage High Low Loss of life or DANGER WARNING Bodily injury serious injury and damage to property Damage is serious Moderate damage ...

Page 6: ...ack setting To prevent cross contamination tilt rack to rear of processor when removing If chemicals have been filled Make sure that chemicals are not exceeding the indicate level Rack setting should be done with care so it does not cause a spill Indicate level 1 2 WARNING LABELS AND THEIR LOCATIONS 2 q ...

Page 7: ...r Drainage Hose red Fixer Supply Hose red Binding Tape Electrical Components Housing Developer Supply Hose yellow Developer Drainage Hose yellow Overflow Drainage Hose Right Side Panel Film Exit Top Cover Level Adjustable Leg Control Panel Feed Tray Feed Tray Cover Fixer Drainage Valve Developer Drainage Valve Water Supply Hose Wash Water Drainage Valve Left Side Panel ...

Page 8: ... READY Lamp Lights up when the temperatures of the processing chemicals and heater are at their preset values Film may be inserted for processing whenever this lamp is on Replenishment Button Press and hold down this button for about 5 seconds to begin the supply of processing chemicals to the tanks at a rate of 3P per second During replenishment READY lamp will change to flashing RUN Button Press...

Page 9: ...OPERATION MANUAL 7 NAME OF PARTS Main Unit Top View 5 Wash Water Tank Drive Shaft Fixer Tank Developer Tank Rack Handles Rack Handles Developing Rack Starter Solution Inlet Fix Wash Rack ...

Page 10: ...r stored in wash water tank a Do not open the facility s water supply valve ePlug in the SRX 101A s power cord and turn the power breaker ON Left button on front below the feed tray The RUN button lamp goes on rPress the RUN button The RUN lamp will light up to indicate the SRX 101A is operating tClose the feed tray cover yWait until the READY lamp lights up This will take about 20 minutes under 7...

Page 11: ...ts available wMake sure that the READY lamp is on eOpen the feed tray cover rInsert the cleaning film one sheet at a time always lining up the film edge either the right or left guide on the feed tray After the leading edge of the film is grabbed by the roller the film will be automatically fed into the SRX 101A The READY lamp will go out As soon as film insertion is completed the feed signal beep...

Page 12: ...eveloper solution corresponding to 4 sheets of 10 x12 film and fixer solution in the amount of 2 sheets of 10 x12 film will be automatically supplied to the processing tanks 3 After initial start up if the RUN button is pressed after a 4 hour OFF interval developer solution corresponding to 2 sheets of 10 x12 film and fixer solution corresponding to 1 sheet of 10 x12 film will be automatically sup...

Page 13: ...acing down This means that the notch will be in the lower left hand corner See first diagram below Insert film 8 x10 or smaller with the longer edge lined up with the guide See second diagram below After the leading edge of the film is grabbed by the roller the film will be automatically fed into the SRX 101A Inserting Exposed Film 3 REMINDER RUN READY RUN Feed Tray Cover Exposed Film Line the fil...

Page 14: ...rocessed Don t fail to line the film up with the guides or the sheets of film may be jammed at the gears causing the scratch on the film and the damages against gears and drive motor yAfter all the film is inserted close the feed tray cover To speed up processing of smaller size film 8 x10 or less you can feed two sheets in at the same time one sheet along the left hand guide and the other along t...

Page 15: ...ction is kept high during operation Wait for app 5 min after the processing has completed then turn the Power Breaker off This will help to maintain the processor in good condition so that the stable quality is ensured for long time The wash water will begin draining eOpen the feed tray cover to prevent condensation inside the main unit rTurn the power breaker OFF Left on front below the feed tray...

Page 16: ...emove the top cover wOpen the developer and fixer drainage valves to empty the tanks eAfter the tanks become empty close the valves rTurn the power breaker ON Left on front below the feed tray The RUN button lamp will go on Do not press the RUN button tPress the replenishment button beaker until the READY lamp begins flashing about 5 seconds It will take about 22 minutes for the tanks to be filled...

Page 17: ...tank 3 If the chemical solution level does rise above the marker open the drainage valve until the chemical solution level falls within the marker 4 Dropping a rack forcefully into a filled tank can cause sudden overflow and contamination of the chemical solution 1 The chemical solution and starter solution are dangerous to eyes can cause skin irritation and damage clothing Handle them with care I...

Page 18: ...w humidity place The following table is a listing of the values preset at the factory to control the SRX 101A s operating conditions If you need to change any of these conditions please contact your nearest authorized KONICA dealer 1 There are three process cycle to choose from 90 seconds 120 seconds and 180 seconds If you choose the 90 second cycle use KONICA s recommended SR film and SR chemical...

Page 19: ...FF Flashing Pattern 1 ON RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY RUN READY Flashing Pattern 2 ON OFF Pattern Operating Condition Note 1 All operations shut down Normal operation Operating temperature LOW Normal operation Operating temperature OK Preparing for supplying chemical solutions Repl switch ON for 5 sec Supplying chemical solutions Manual replenishment Drive ...

Page 20: ...t values or have remained below preset values for a long period of time The temperature levels for the heater have abnormally risen above the preset values or have remained below preset values for a long period of time Detective Lever of film sensor keep detectiving RESPONSE Press the Power Breaker OFF Check to see if there is film or some foreign object jammed in the rack roller or gear mechanism...

Page 21: ...rocessor will not operate when the RUN button is pressed Processed film is not being dried properly Film will not exit from the processor Is there any unusual noise or any vibration in the processor d Is the film stalled in the feed tray d Are the racks properly set in place d Are there any cracked or damaged gears on the rack or any missing springs d Call the authorized KONICA dealer Is the room ...

Page 22: ...ed once every week d Have chemical solutions been replaced regularly d Are the DEV and FIX replenishment functions working properly d Is the wash tank filled at the beginning of the work day and drained at the end of the day d Call the authorized KONICA dealer d Is there any unusual noise or any vibration in the processor d Are the racks properly set in the tanks d Are the processing tanks dirty d...

Page 23: ...shaky or off balance d Call the authorized KONICA dealer Film processing is uneven d Has any water or DEV solution been splashed on or leaked into the feed tray or the film guides d Call the authorized KONICA dealer Are the uneven areas coming out in bands across the film perpendicular to the direction of film transport Are the uneven areas foggy with indefinite pattern ...

Page 24: ...crub each rack including the rollers with a sponge or clean cloth and rinse the grime off with warm water under 104 After rinsing place the racks at an angle to drain the excess water off tWipe the first heater roller with a damp sponge or cloth to remove the dirt Use long smooth wiping strokes NEVER SCRUB IT To keep the SRX 101A working at optimum performance for as long as possible perform the f...

Page 25: ...t the splash of the solution See page 27 as to instruction for use 3 Cleaning the Area Around the Processing Tanks qScrub the area clean with a wet sponge or clean cloth dipped in warm water under 104 4 Cleaning Inside the Processing Tanks qPour a small amount of water into each tank and scrub it clean with a sponge or clean cloth Add more water for rinsing wOpen the drainage valve and empty each ...

Page 26: ...ill take about 22 minutes for the tanks to be filled As soon as the tanks are filled the READY lamp will stop flashing yFill the measuring cup exactly with 78P of starter solution Use the starter specified by the DEV solution uPour the starter solution into the starter solution inlet in the developing tank iClose the top cover RUN READY RUN RUN READY RUN Power Breaker Press and hold down for 5 sec...

Page 27: ...eaner about every 3 months Use the following procedure qRemove the top cover wOpen the DEV drainage valve After the DEV tank is empty close the valve eUse the beaker to fill the tank with water rPress the RUN button and let the processor operate for about 5 minutes After pressing the RUN button solution may be automatically supplied to the tanks as explained on page 10 This depends on the timing I...

Page 28: ...where the springs are located Table of Roller Spring Replacement 2 Cleaning the Replenishment Tanks and Replenishment Hoses qScrub the tanks with a sponge or clean cloth and warm water under 104 wRemove the caps in the replenisher supply pipe Take out the filters and wash them Semiannual Service and Maintenance 3 Annual Service and Maintenance 4 DEV Rack Springs 3rd Pair 1st Pair 2nd Pair Change o...

Page 29: ...ance Schedule 5 q Maintenance by User Use the splash guard in the following case qWhen replacing the solution s with a measuring cup in a way other than the procedure described in page 24 and 25 wWhen cleaning the processing tank s To use the splash guard fit it onto the rib located above the film insertion slot After the work check if the solution contacted with the film entrance sensor or the sp...

Page 30: ...sh water Ordinary tap water 41 86 Water pressure 49 686 kPa 0 5 7kgf cm2 7 98psi Water supply 0 22 gallons 0 8 liters min Standby functions 10min 30min Continuous operation Selectable by a service engineer Power source AC 115 120V single phase 12A 60 Hz Dimensions W x D x H 24 0 x 26 8 35 4 incl feed table x 17 8 inch Weight 40kg 47kg with processing tank full 88 lb 104 lb with processing tank ful...

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