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Lumina XRMS Series III Hardware Manual
Chapter 6 | Components and Specifications
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6.5 Key Selector Switch
X-ray safety regulations require controlled access to the IVIS Lumina XRMS Series III. The
objective of this requirement is to prevent untrained and unauthorized personnel from operating the
X-ray functionality of the instrument. The key-operated switch on the IVIS Lumina XRMS Series III
fulfills this requirement when used in conjunction with the user's own written radiation safety
procedures.
The control of the key is typically managed by a Master Key person. The switch is designed so that
the key cannot be removed except in the OFF position. When the authorized user is finished using
the instrument, the key is removed from the switch. Two keys are provided with the instrument, and
it is a good practice to archive the spare key. If the keys are lost, contact PerkinElmer Technical
Support (see
6.6 Imaging Chamber
The imaging chamber is a highly specialized device consisting of the imaging chamber housing, a
heated, movable platform, an auto focusing lens system with F/Stop control, a filter wheel, and
sample illumination LEDs (
). All adjustable components are motorized and computer-
controlled, including the scintillation module.
The imaging chamber is light tight, so that no light penetrates from the outside. The interior of the
imaging chamber is constructed from materials that are non-phosphorescent and non-fluorescent to
prevent internal light contamination that could compromise sample measurements.In addition to
being light tight, the imaging chamber is shielded to prevent X-ray radiation from escaping.
!
WARNING!
Under no circumstances should you attempt to make any mechanical
modifications to the imaging chamber.
Figure 6.5
IVIS Lumina XRMS Series III – Imaging Chamber
X-ray ON
indicator
X-ray ON
indicator
