OEC 9800 Periodic Maintenance Procedure
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Dose Rate
Entrance exposure is the amount of radiation available at the entrance point of patient anatomy. Entrance exposure is
measured 12" (or 30 cm) above the surface of the Image Intensifier in the center of the X-ray beam. This
measurement is used to represent the average thickness of patient anatomy. Refer to the 9800 System Service CD
ROM for directions on performing the Entrance Exposure calibration.
Dose Rate (MAX. kV & mA)
1.
Using a dosimeter for the measurements, record the Actual Dose Rate, max. kV and mA, on the PM Inspection
Report form. Limit is < 9.26 R/min.
High Level Fluoro (HLF)
1.
Using a dosimeter for the measurements, record the Actual Dose Rate, max. kV, HLF mode, on the PM Inspection
Report form. Limit is < 18 R/min.