Introduction; General Safety Information - GE Alpha RT 32551 Installation Instructions Manual

1 Introduction

32551-IMG rev 6
Term "Alpha RT" in this manual refers to Alpha RT MGF-101 unit.
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ENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTE!
Only engineers trained by GE Healthcare are allowed to install the unit.
parts installed by nontrained personnel carry no warranty!
CAUTION!
Always check for proper seating on all the connectors located in the areas
you have worked. equipment damage can result if power is applied or
exposures made with improperly seated connectors!
WARNING!
Always install the proper fuses into the unit. failure to do so jeopardizes
patient, operator and equipment safety.
WARNING!
This unit has floating grounds. always make all scope measurements
differentially and always be careful when servicing the unit!
CAUTION!
When handling circuit boards, always utilize ground wrist straps or
grounding kits to prevent damage to the "mos" type chips. always keep
circuit boards in a static proof bag.
WARNING!
Always disconnect the unit from line supply by removing the plug from
wall outlet before opening the covers.
WARNING!
The X-ray tube utilizes a beryllium window. do not perform any operations
on beryllium which produce dust or fumes, such as grinding, grit blasting
or acid cleaning. beryllium dust or fumes are highly toxic and breathing
them can result in serious personal injury or death.
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