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1-7X–ray Tube Angulation
NOTE:
ILLUSTRATION 8-5
X–RAY TUBE ANGULATION
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The other rotational feature of the tube support permits TUBE ANGULATION
about the short axis (front to back). The amount of angulation is indicated on the
user interface. Limits of angulation are 180° in either direction from the X–ray
beam down position. The angulation lock that is controlled by the switch marked
ANG maintains angular positions. while angulating the tube.
Angular positions will detent every 90° automatically starting with the X–ray beam
down position. To move out of a detent position, depress the ANG button and hold
this switch down, rotating the tube assembly. Release the button to lock the tube
in place.
Angulation lock is the Electro Magnetic, spring applied, type. They remain
"on" when the system power is off. They can be released only when the power
is on and their respective switches are depressed. In emergencies, the tube
unit can be moved against the force of the locks.
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