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2 For your safety

VEGASOURCE 86 • Source holder

1008685-EN-230810

2  For your safety

2.1  Authorised personnel

All operations described in this documentation must be carried out 

only by trained and authorized personnel.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protective 

equipment must always be worn.
The handling of radioactive substances is regulated by law. The radia-

tion protection rules of the country in which the system is operated 

apply first and foremost.
In Germany the current radiation protection ordinance (StrlSchV) 

based on the Atomic Energy Law (AtG) is applicable.
The following points are important for measurement with radiometric 

methods:

A handling permit is required for operation of a system using gamma 

rays. This permit is issued by the respective state government or 

the responsible authority (offices for environmental protection, trade 

supervisory boards, etc.)
We would be pleased to assist you in applying for the permit.

When handling radioactive sources, unnecessary radiation exposure 

must be avoided. An unavoidable radiation exposure must be kept as 

low as possible. Take note of the following three important measures:

1

2

3

Fig. 1: Measures for protection against radioactive radiation
1 Shielding

2 Time

3 Distance

Shielding

: Provide good shielding between the source and yourself 

as well as all other persons. Special source containers as well as all 

materials with high density (e.g. lead, iron, concrete, etc.) provide 

effective shielding. 

Time

: Stay as short a time as possible in radiation exposed areas. 

Distance

: Your distance to the source should be as large as possible. 

The local dose rate of the radiation decreases in proportion to the 

square of the distance to the radiation source. 

Handling permit

General instructions for 

radiation protection

Содержание VEGASOURCE 86

Страница 1: ...Operating Instructions VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder Document ID 1008685...

Страница 2: ...neral instructions 18 4 2 Mounting instructions 19 5 Installation Special equipment 22 5 1 Version B Connection Pneumatic switching ON OFF 22 5 2 Version X C B Connection Manual switching ON OFF 24 6...

Страница 3: ...3 Contents VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 Editing status 2023 08 10...

Страница 4: ...the Docu ment ID By entering the Document ID on www vega com you will reach the document download Information note tip This symbol indicates helpful additional infor mation and tips for successful wo...

Страница 5: ...vernment or the responsible authority offices for environmental protection trade supervisory boards etc We would be pleased to assist you in applying for the permit When handling radioactive sources u...

Страница 6: ...radioactive source all instructions in this operating instructions manual and the legal radiation protection regulations must be observed during instal lation and operation Operational reliability is...

Страница 7: ...be operated and stored outside the specified parameters Protect the instrument against extreme influences e g chemi cal products weather mechanical shock vibration etc during operation and storage Esp...

Страница 8: ...CEC Part Canada 2 7 Environmental instructions Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of contin...

Страница 9: ...mber allows you to access the delivery data of the instru ment via www vega com Instrument search serial number There are several versions available with different options for opening or blocking the...

Страница 10: ...Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 Position of the type labels 1 2 3 4 Fig 2 Position of the type labels e g version X C Manual switching ON OFF 1 Type label Source holder 2 Type label Source 3 Position...

Страница 11: ...instructions The type label contains the serial number of the instrument With it you can find the following instrument data on our homepage Product code HTML Delivery date HTML Order specific instrum...

Страница 12: ...age or chemical influences In case of large measuring ranges e g with high vessels two or more source holders are used The VEGASOURCE 86 consists of the components 1 2 3 4 Fig 4 Source holder VEGASOUR...

Страница 13: ...ottom plate of a wooden transport box The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt Ascertained transit damage or con cealed defects must be appropri...

Страница 14: ...ting equipment such as lifting bands crane hooks etc Note Additional equipment such as the ON OFF position switches or a pneumatic switching ON OFF change the centre of gravity of the source holder Pl...

Страница 15: ...1 Fig 6 Crane transport of the source holder 1 Lifting lugs 2 Lifting strap 3 Crane hooks Up to the time of installation the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and st...

Страница 16: ...when we have a copy of the import license in hand We can assist you with the procurement of the necessary documents If you need help contact our responsi ble sales organisation We can only ship to for...

Страница 17: ...ont of the source holder This allows reliable measurement even when interference radiation occurs For ambient temperatures up to 120 C 248 F the gamma modu lator is optionally available with water coo...

Страница 18: ...cient lifting capacity You can find the device weight in the Technical data Persons must never stand beneath the loads The source holder is screwed onto a transport board Loosen the screws and lift th...

Страница 19: ...sel diameters a gap can often not be avoided If there are gaps or empty spaces around the installation provide protective fences or grids to keep hands away from the dangerous area Such areas must be...

Страница 20: ...lso allows the padlock to be permanently protected from dirt moisture and corrosion The protective cap can only be used on the devices with manual switching ON OFF 1 Put on protective cap Turn the pro...

Страница 21: ...radiation must be shielded off with additional lead or steel sheets All control and off limit areas must be rendered inaccessible and provided with warning signs Behaviour with empty vessel Caution Af...

Страница 22: ...rvoltage arresters should be installed The ON OFF position switches are already mounting and connected in the terminal housing to the terminals Connect the ON OFF position switches according to the fo...

Страница 23: ...erminals 3 and 4 For signal processing you need a NAMUR switching amplifier We recommend the double channel switching amplifier VEGATOR 112 5 1 2 Compressed air connection These instructions apply to...

Страница 24: ...l switching valve in the pneumatic line e g Festo CPE With this you can switch off the air supply Optionally you can install an additional hand operated switching valve e g Festo VHEM in the pneumatic...

Страница 25: ...OFF position switches are already mounting and connected in the terminal housing to the terminals Connect the ON OFF position switches according to the following diagrams Take note of the general inst...

Страница 26: ...ching the radiation on VEGASOURCE 86 version X C 1 Loosen safety screw 2 Fold up the safety screw 3 Turn stirrup by 180 4 Fold up and tighten safety screw 1 Initial situation Source holder is in posit...

Страница 27: ...on OFF The marking arrow of the stirrup points to OFF Fig 16 Radiation OFF VEGASOURCE 86 Version X C Switching off the radiation is analogous to this procedure To switch off the radiation turn the sti...

Страница 28: ...tment Version B Pneumatic switching ON OFF Warning Before switching on the radiation make sure that no persons are inside the radiated areas also not inside the vessel Radiation must only be switched...

Страница 29: ...keep it in a safe place Note The padlock must only be fitted again for inspection purposes OFF position and should be stored in a suitable place or outside the plant until then Do not hang the padloc...

Страница 30: ...N 230810 Analogue to this procedure the radiation is switched off via the com pressed air controls When the pneumatic switching ON OFF is unpressurized the VEGASOURCE 86 switches back automatically to...

Страница 31: ...f the system we recommend the following checks Visual check for corrosion on the housing the weld joints the outer parts of the source insert the lock the lock washers Test of the mobility of the sour...

Страница 32: ...ion Follow the instructions in chapter Mainte nance Measures in case of corrosion Source holder with pneumatic switching ON OFF 1 Remove the padlock see chapter Setup 2 Switch the source insert by mea...

Страница 33: ...ab 4 Measurement protocol for the local dose rate 7 4 Leakage contamination test The contamination of the source capsule must be checked at regular intervals The frequency of the contamination test al...

Страница 34: ...structions are specified carry out the contamination test as follows Fig 20 Wiping surfaces for the contamination test Version X C 1 Take wipe samples from at least the following locations Version X C...

Страница 35: ...glish language The service is free only standard call charges are incurred Telephone hotline USA A special telephone hotline is available for the USA 1 800 367 5383 Outside normal working hours please...

Страница 36: ...kept secure in another place or an additional shielding must be provided The radiation source may only be transported with tongs or a gripper as well shielded as possible and must be kept as far away...

Страница 37: ...he handling permit Take note of the specifications in the existing handling permit All local conditions must be taken into account All work must be carried out in the shortest possible time and at the...

Страница 38: ...sion on the source holder which could endanger the function or safe storage of the source No serious damage due to fire or mechanical influences deforma tions dents etc The switching mechanism of the...

Страница 39: ...39 8 Dismount VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 Before each shipment check that the source holder still meets the specifications of a type A shipping package...

Страница 40: ...f the source holder Source Isotope Cs 137 Isotope Co 60 Serial number of the radioactive source Nominal activity MBq GBq Manufacturing date Tests OK Safety instructions in the operating manual of the...

Страница 41: ...EN 230810 Tests OK The completely and correctly completed checklist is available to VEGA before return shipment Source holder If the above conditions are met the source holder VEGASOURCE can be return...

Страница 42: ...t Stainless steel 7 50 140 Nm Steel 8 8 50 140 Nm 1 4 Beam exit channel Position Laterally The position of the exit channel is marked in colour Exit angle 5 30 40 20 45 Details see illustration exit a...

Страница 43: ...ng screw 316L 2 Collar screw 316L 3 Rotary handle 1 4408 CF8M 4 Closing plate 1 4408 CF8M 5 Label ON OFF 316L 6 Safety screw Torx with pin 316L 7 Rivet 316L 8 Type label Source holder 316L 9 Type labe...

Страница 44: ...umption Measuring plate not included 3 mA Current consumption Measuring plate included 1 mA Source and vessel characteristics Number of half value layers of the source holder Co 60 13 8 attenuation fa...

Страница 45: ...625 mm 24 62 38 mm 1 50 476 mm 18 75 651 mm 25 63 840 mm 33 06 A Fig 22 Source holder VEGASOURCE 86 version X C Manual switching ON OFF 1 Cover optional A Free height for removal of the loading tube...

Страница 46: ...46 10 Supplement VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 VEGASOURCE 86 beam exit channel 5 3 0 40 4 5 625 mm 24 62 308 mm 12 12 Fig 23 Beam exit channel e g version X C...

Страница 47: ...pplement VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 VEGASOURCE 86 base plate 289 mm 11 38 94 mm 3 69 94 mm 3 69 429 mm 16 88 111 mm 4 38 111 mm 4 38 21 mm 0 81 Fig 24 Base plate with holes e g vers...

Страница 48: ...pplement VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 Gamma modulator optional 233 mm 9 13 144 mm 5 67 160 mm 6 30 523 mm 20 59 Fig 25 Gamma modulator for uninterrupted measurement even with X ray ra...

Страница 49: ...49 10 Supplement VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810 10 3 Manufacturer declaration...

Страница 50: ...nen unter www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellec tuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site www vega com VEGA lineas...

Страница 51: ...17 Lifting devices 13 18 Lifting lugs 18 Local dose rate 21 32 M Maintenance 31 Moisture 18 O Orientation Level measurement 19 P Pneumatic switching ON OFF 22 24 43 Potential equalisation 22 Protecti...

Страница 52: ...52 Notes VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810...

Страница 53: ...53 Notes VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810...

Страница 54: ...54 Notes VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810...

Страница 55: ...55 Notes VEGASOURCE 86 Source holder 1008685 EN 230810...

Страница 56: ...ning scope of delivery application practical use and operat ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing Subject to change witho...

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