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When you open up the chamber door there should be a
RAD+
reflector block (see
picture) which is used to
produce a more uniform dose
distribution within the block. Do
NOT remove this block unless
cleaning is required. Make sure
that the block lines up with the
blue line on the copper flooring.
1. To prepare for operation, close the front door and turn the
handle clockwise until fully engaged (unit will not operate if
not properly closed). This can be done after you load your
samples/animals and set your time.
2. Use the key to turn the power on/off switch to on (the key
to power on the unit should remain inserted during the run
and returned to the key trax unit when finished).
3. The Operator Touch Panel Control Screen will illuminate,
control power is applied to the high
voltage power supply and the following
screen should be displayed:
After approximately 30-45 seconds, the
system is initialized and the main menu,
shown below, is displayed (Note: if at any
time after the system is initialized a fault is detected the
Performing an Irradiation
Turning the machine on:
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