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MiniCAT™ User Manual v5.2
© 2014 Xoran Technologies LLC
appropriate radiation protection devices and practices.
Radiation Safety
The gantry is self-shielded to an extent. However, no design can guarantee that all X-ray radiation is
shielded. Therefore, we recommend that additional radiation protection devices are utilized when
operating the equipment. A health physicist, or other radiation protection expert, should evaluate the
proposed areas in which the MiniCAT™ will be used to determine the radiation protection
measures that must be taken.
The MiniCAT™ is equipped with an operator control box that allows for the initiation of a scan
while the operator is at a safe distance behind a protective barrier. The operator control box also
contains an emergency stop button to terminate X-ray radiation and all powered motion of the
equipment in the case of an emergency.
Testing or calibration should never be performed while a patient is positioned in or near the scanner.
The operator should utilize the appropriate radiation protection devices while testing or calibrating
the equipment.
No attempt should be made to move, adjust or manipulate the scanner or patient during image
acquisition. This could result in unnecessary radiation exposure, injury to the patient and/or damage
to the equipment.
Caution:
This X-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator unless safe
exposure factors and operating instructions are observed. Unauthorized use is
prohibited. Xoran Technologies LLC is released of all responsibility and
indemnity for injury that may result from X-ray radiation or the improper use of
the device.
It is the responsibility of the user to learn about X-ray radiation health risks and to adopt
and follow proper X-ray radiation safety policies and procedures before operating the
