Technical Manual: TM50567
Optica 30/40/50 series
Revision: 4.0
Date of release: 2019-01-23
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Maintenance interval
The collimator does not require any special maintenance actions. It is recommended to perform a
yearly quality check (see §6.4) on the collimator.
Maintenance checks
It is recommended to perform maintenance checks on a regular basis. The interval of these checks
shall be tailored to the application and frequency of use.
Action
Checkpoint
Visual inspection on all outer parts
1. No damage
2. Clean
3. Fixed in place
Visual inspection of all electrical parts 1. No damage
2. Clean
3. Fixed in place
Check on all mounting points
1. No damage
2. Fixed in place
3. Fasteners tightened
Check electric functionality
1. Ensure that light field switches on for the set time after
button activation
2. Ensure that bucky laser switches on for the set time
after button activation
Check drive components for shutters
No excessive wear and smooth operation
Accessory rails
1. No excessive wear
2. Clean
3. Fixed in place
4. Check functionality of locking lever
Mirror & transparent window
Check on wear caused by X-ray beam, verify if luminosity
and/or contrast value of light beam is within expected value
Necessary recurrent maintenance and/or testing
There are no necessary recurrent maintenance and/or tests identified by the manufacturer. No
maintenance is necessary with respect to Electromagnetic Disturbances. Follow national and local
regulations or organizational procedures regarding recurrent maintenance and/or testing of
electrical/medical equipment.
Removal from host system
If the collimator needs to be removed from the host system, follow the directions from §3.8 in reverse
order.
WARNING:
When the flange locks are untightened make sure the collimator is supported.
