High Frequency Generators - Veterinary Systems APR-VET
Operation
OM-0118R0
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SECTION 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
In order to assure continued safe performance of the X-ray Unit, a periodic
maintenance program must be established. It is the
owner’s responsibility
to
supply or arrange for this service.
There are two levels of maintenance, the first consists of tasks which are
performed by the user/operator, and the second are those tasks to be
performed by qualified X-ray service personnel.
The first periodic maintenance service should be performed six (6) months after
installation, and the subsequent services at twelve (12) month intervals.
The manufacturer undertakes to have available spare parts for this equipment
at least for five (5) years after the unit manufacturing.
5.1
OPERATOR TASKS
The tasks of this periodic maintenance shall include the following items:
DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER, DISASSEMBLE OR
MANIPULATE INTERNAL COMPONENTS IN THE UNIT.
THESE ACTIONS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURIES AND / OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO CLEAN ANY PART OF THE UNIT WHEN
IT IS SWITCHED ON. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE EQUIPMENT
AND ISOLATE THE MAINS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE
CLEANING.
1.
Switch the Generator OFF.
2.
Externally, check the proper cable connections between each major
component in the X-ray system (Power Cabinet, Consoles, etc ... ).
3.
Clean the equipment frequently, particularly if corroding chemicals are
present. Clean external covers and surfaces, specially parts in contact
with the patient, with a cloth moistened in warm water with mild soap.
Wipe with a cloth moistened in clean water. Do not use cleaners or
solvents of any kind.