ARIBEX Nomad Examiner Operator's Manual

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ETTING TARTED
This quick reference guide is intended to supplement the
User Manual and operator training materials located on
the NOMAD Operator Training CD.
NOTE: Manual and some training materials are also
available for download on the Aribex website at
www.aribex.com or they can be ordered in hard copy
format: support@aribex.com
Unwrap each component from the protective plastic
and check for any noticeable signs of damage – do not
use the device if it shows signs of damage.
The standard package system includes the following
items.
NOMAD Device with Backscatter Shield attached,
2 Charged Batteries,
Battery Charger (the charger should be appropriate
for local AC line voltage),
Certificate of Conformance,
Warranty Card, and
NOMAD Operator Training CD.
Verify that the serial number on the Warranty /
Registration card matches the X-ray device serial
number and the device serial number on the
carrying case.
Please complete the product Warranty / Registration
card and mail it with proper postage to Aribex today.
Completing the card fulfills a condition of warranty
coverage.
Review the User Manual and training material contained
on the CD shipped with this device.
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ASIC PERATION
Attach a fully charged battery (see Battery Care).
Turn power on by pressing the POWER button.
To change exposure settings press the increase or
decrease buttons. (Example, 08 LED display setting
= 0.08 seconds; 35 LED display setting = 0.35
seconds.)
For more on adjusting the time settings see the
User Manual contained on the CD.
Press and release ENABLE to ready the device.
Position the NOMAD relative to the receptor.
To begin the exposure, squeeze the handle trigger
(or press and hold START) until the audible, signal
ends, and green START and yellow X-RAYS ON
indicators are off.
Turn off the power by pressing the POWER button.
Do not operate NOMAD or battery charger if equipment was
subjected to moisture.
Do not spray disinfectant or cleaners directly on the NOMAD
or battery charger. Damage to your device or a shock hazard
may result. Consult the User Manual on the CD for proper
cleaning instructions.
Do not open the housings. Doing so will void the warranty.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the NOMAD or
battery charger.
NOMAD should not be operated if it has been dropped or if
performance has degraded; it should be returned to Aribex
for a safety check.
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ATTERY ARE
The following are important battery care notes:
Each battery can go through the full (dis)charge
cycle approximately 200 times. Routinely change
out a discharged battery with fully charged one, as
needed.
A flashing, yellow LOW BATTERY indicator
(control panel) and intermittent audible signal
indicate the need for a freshly charged battery.
Charge only between +4°C (+39°F) and +40°C
(+104°F). Recommended charging temperature is
+24°C (+75°F).
A battery can be left indefinitely in the plugged-in
charger without damaging batteries. When the
charging indicator stops flashing, leaving the
battery in the charger for 8 hours helps to maintain
optimum battery capacity (equalization).
Battery charge will diminish during extended
inactivity – fully recharge batteries every 3
months during inactivity. Never place a low
charge battery into long-term storage.
Do not store batteries in extreme conditions: below
–20°C (–4°F) or above +40°C (+104°F), or beyond
95% relative humidity (non-condensing). The
optimal storage location is cool, dry, and away from
direct sunlight.
Store or carry batteries so that battery terminals
cannot be damaged or exposed to contact with
conductive objects.
Always unplug the charger from the power supply
when it is not in use. For additional info, specifically
about the charger, see the accompanying
instruction manual for the battery charger.
Do not attempt to charge damaged batteries. When the
battery charger senses a bad battery, it is spent and must be
taken out of service.
Do not use batteries from other sources.
Properly dispose of spent or damaged batteries; return to
Aribex or an authorized distributor for replacement and
recycling. Do not place in municipal waste stream.
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IMITED ARRANTY
COVERAGE. Aribex, Inc. warrants its x-ray equipment to be free from
any defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from
the date of purchase. Aribex, Inc. also warrants any accessories
purchased from Aribex to be free from any defects in material or
workmanship for the period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
The liability of Aribex, Inc. is limited to repair or replacement of any parts
that Aribex or its authorized resellers determine to be defective. Contact
Aribex for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and shipping
instructions. Parts proving defective shall be repaired or replaced free of
charge (labor and domestic shipping included), if defective equipment is
returned freight collect to Aribex or the location of the
authorized service center. Equipment repaired or replaced under
warranty shall continue to be warranted for the balance of the original
warranty term. All warranty claims must be made not later than ten (10)
business days following the expiration of the applicable warranty period.
LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE. This warranty does not apply to
equipment that is or has been abused, misused, or altered (including
opening enclosure or tampering), improperly maintained, subjected to use
beyond rated conditions, or damaged as a result of any carelessness or
accidents. This warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear or
maintenance.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY. Aribex, Inc. makes no other warranty,
either expressed or implied, with respect to any equipment purchased
from Aribex, including without limitation any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, whether or not Aribex
may have been informed of the actual uses to which any of such
equipment may be put. Aribex, Inc. shall not under any circumstance be
liable for incidental, indirect, consequential, punitive or exemplary
damages, including without limitation damages for delay or lost profits,
and in no event shall liability of Aribex arising from the purchase, sale or
use of the equipment, or breach of any warranty made above, exceed in
the aggregate the purchase price paid therefore.
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ISO 13485 / ISO 9001
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ERTIFIED OMPANY
Aribex, Inc.
Phone: 801-226-5522
11727 Fruehauf Drive Fax: 801-434-7233
Charlotte, NC 28273 Email: NOMAD@aribex.com
U.S.A. http://www.aribex.com
U.S. patents 7,224,769 and 7,496,178
United States and international patents pending
E nglish is the original draft language for this manual.
© Aribex, Inc. 2014
08500328 Rev. 00
All Rights Reserved
12/23/14