Radiation Safety - Vatech PAX-I User Manual

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PaX-i (PCH-2500) User Manual
For more details, refer to the document Electromagnetic Compatibility
Information.
Electro-Static Discharge
Connector pins or sockets bearing ESD warning labels must not be touched or
interconnected without observing ESD protective measures.

Radiation Safety

Since rules and regulations concerning radiation safety
differ between countries, it is the responsibility of the
owner and/or operator of this equipment to comply with
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all applicable rules and regulations concerning radiation
safety and protection in their area.
■ The operator must remain outside a shielded room during X-Ray exposure
in order to protect himself/herself from radiation.
■ The patient must wear a lead apron with neck and thyroid protection during
X-Ray exposure.
■ Children and pregnant women must consult with a doctor before X-Ray
exposure.
■ This equipment must be housed inside an X-Ray shielded room.
■ During imaging; the operator must maintain visual contact with the patient
from outside the shielded area.
■ The operator should continuously check the status of the patient and the
equipment during imaging.
■ The operator must immediately stop imaging if the equipment malfunctions.
As a manufacturer of radiology equipment that conforms
to stringent protection standards around the world, we
guarantee the maximum degree of protection against
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radiation hazards for our equipment.
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