Step 3: Prepare The Exposure - AGFA DX-D 600 User Manual

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Step 3: Prepare the exposure

1. In the examination room, position the X-Ray system:
To position the X-Ray system manually, use the control buttons on the
control panel.
2. Position the DR Detector either in the DR bucky or on the RAD Table. The
DR Detector Switch shows which DR Detector is active and shows its
status.
When using the bucky, check that the identification labels on the DR
Detector and on the bucky match. Do not use a DR Detector that is
dedicated to another bucky.
3. Position the patient:
a) Position the patient.
b) Check if the X-Ray system position is suitable for the exposure.
c) Make final adjustments to the position of the X-Ray system using the
d) Switch on the light localizer on the collimator. Adapt collimation if
e) Apply radiation protective measures for the patient if needed.
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control buttons on the control panel.
required.
WARNING:
Monitor the patient position (hands, feet, fingers, etc.) with
special care to avoid injury to the patient caused by unit
movements. Patient hands must be kept away from mobile
components of the unit. Intravenous tubing, catheters and other
patient connected lines should be routed away from moving
equipment.
WARNING:
Liquids ingressing the DR Detector may cause malfunction and
contamination.
Instruction: If there is a chance that the detector comes in contact
with liquids (bodily fluids, disinfectants, ...), the DR Detector must
be wrapped in a protective plastic bag while performing the
examination.