Taking An Exposure - Planmeca ProX User Manual

MOLAR EXPOSURE
9.3

Taking an exposure

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Ask the patient to remain as still as possible. Move as far
away from the X-ray tube as the length of the cable from
the control panel permits. The distance must be at least 2
meters (6.6 ft) from the X-ray tube.
No one except the patient may remain in the radiation area
while the exposure is taken.
NOTE Maintain audio and visual contact with the patient and
unit during the exposure.
Check that the ready light is on.
Press and hold the exposure key on the control panel for
the duration of the exposure.
The exposure warning light will come on. You will also hear
the radiation warning tone during the exposure.
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