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Adequate warning signs and symbols should be displayed in the vicinity of
the XR 3000 warning of possible x-ray exposure. Any warning lamps and
signals should be checked prior to operating the XR 3000.
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The electrical circuits of the XR 3000, although enclosed for operator
protection, must be considered as a potential hazard. Strict observance of
safety practices pertaining to operation and maintenance is essential.
Proper electrical grounding must always be used.
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Before operating the XR 3000, all personnel designated or authorized to
operate the unit, as well as those supervising its operation, should have a
full understanding of how it works. Additionally, they should be familiar
with established radiation safety exposure practices sanctioned by the
National Bureau of Standards Handbook, “X-ray Protection” HB93,
pertaining to x-ray protection.
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Service personnel should read this manual and be familiar with its
contents before attempting to adjust or repair this equipment.
2.
Radiation Safety Information
Federal, State and Local Radiation Regulations (US ONLY)
This cabinet x-ray system was designed to conform to U.S. and Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) requirements as stated in the Code of Federal
Regulations, Title 21 (21CFR). These requirements (often referred to as the
CDRH or BRH regulations) govern the design and manufacture of all
equipment that produces ionizing radiation. Such equipment includes
television sets and microwave ovens, as well as cabinet x-ray systems. In
fact, the maximum allowable radiation emission for cabinet x-ray systems is
the same as that set for television sets and microwave ovens. Therefore,
respect to radiation emission, a properly maintained and operated cabinet x-
ray system is a safe as a television or microwave oven.