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Before You Begin
XRpad2 4343
Before You Begin
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To avoid personal injury or product damage, read the manual and all accompanying
information carefully before installing and using the X-ray
detector.
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The X-ray detector is intended for use by trained and qualified professional personnel who
are knowledgeable with the use of X-ray detectors, X-ray systems, and electrical equipment.
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The user is responsible for using and maintaining the detector according to prescribed
installation, usage, maintenance, handling, and storage specifications. To keep the detector
and its accessories in a safe and proper condition, only trained and qualified professional
person(s) shall be in charge of maintenance.
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X-ray imaging, image processing, image acquisition, and data storage must be performed in
accordance with all applicable laws. The user is also responsible for compliance to laws
pertaining to the privacy of image data.
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In no event is Varex liable for direct, indirect, or consequential injury, damage, or loss of
equipment operation time or image data arising from the use of the X-ray detector, its
components, and/or accessories.
Protection Against Ionizing Radiation
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Exposure of any part of the human body to X-radiation may be harmful to health. Whenever
X-ray equipment, ionizing, or radioactive sources are in use, appropriate safety precautions
and measures shall be instituted, and all regulatory requirements must be met. It is the
responsibility of the X-ray system installer, operator, and user to comply with applicable
requirements.
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The X-ray detector does not contain a primary barrier for X-rays or Gamma rays. The X-ray
system installer or X-ray system manufacturer must provide the necessary protection based
on the X-ray system’s intended use.
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For portable applications, the X-ray system installer or X-ray system manufacturer must
provide the necessary training for operators to protect themselves, patients, and surrounding
persons.
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