Contraindications; Physical Functionality; User Profile - Siemens ARCADIS Varic Operator's Manual

Introduction
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Contraindications

Prior to the examination, it must be confirmed by a physician that an examination
is permissible and checked whether increased precautions are necessary.

Physical functionality

The ARCADIS Varic X-ray system is a compact and powerful mobile X-ray image
intensifier system with digital image processing for fluoroscopy and radiography.
The system is equipped with a foot switch and a hand switch for triggering radi-
ation.
The following modes of operation are available for the broad scope of applications
ARCADIS Varic:
digital radiography, fluoroscopy, pulsed fluoroscopy, subtraction/roadmap.

User profile

The system can be used properly only by suitably qualified medical personnel.
This requires operating personnel to be familiar with the Operator Manual.
This manual must be studied in detail prior to starting up the system. Pay special
attention to the following sections:
General safety information
Personal safety
Equipment safety
Maintenance
It is the responsibility of the system operator to ensure that operating personnel
are professionally and properly instructed.
As the manufacturer of the system, SIEMENS is not responsible for any impact
on its safety, reliability and performance if it is not used in accordance with the
Operator Manual.
Please also read the supplements and addenda to the Operator Manual necessi-
tated by technical developments.
Operator Manual
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