American Science and Engineering, Inc.
MINI
Z
Operator Manual 342-9000-1 Rev. B ECCN EAR99
6-1
Chapter
6
Scan Procedure
This chapter provides a broad overview of the MINI Z™ Handheld Z Backscatter
®
X-ray screening
system.Before performing a scan, ensure that:
•
The system has been checked for operational condition; refer to
Section 2.7.6, Pre-Operation Sys-
tem Check
)
•
The scan area has been checked for stray people or animals; refer to
Section 2.7.5, Pre-Operation
Area Check
)
•
A safe and executable scan path has been planned; refer to
Section 2.7.7
).
•
The Ethernet cable has been connected, if used (
Section 3.3.1
), or the WiFi Region has been
selected (
Section 3.6.3
).
•
The shoulder strap accessory is attached to the scanner, with a tie point looped over each of the two
mounting eyes on the scanner housing (see
Section 11.5
), and placed around a shoulder and under
WARNING
The beam can pass through the target to a distance depending on the shielding, thickness,
density, and distance of the objects being scanned. Before changing the orientation of the
scanner, turn-off the beam by releasing the two trigger buttons on the handle, and be sure
that the area beyond the object in the new beam direction is clear before turning on the
beam again.
WARNING
Be careful of the Ethernet cable.
