Fluoroscopic Time Limit; Exposure; Exposure Release - Siemens AXIOM Iconos R200 Operator's Manual

AXIOM Iconos R200

Fluoroscopic time limit

After a fluoroscopic time of 10 minutes
and cannot be switched on again.
To continue working,
◆ let go of the fluoroscopy switch and actuate it again.

Exposure

Exposure release

You can release an exposure either with the release button on the generator ON/
2
OFF console , on the system control console
switch in controlroom.
Check the selected exposure data on the integrated generator control console
before every radiation release.
You can release an exposure if
❏ no error message appears, and
❏ none of the displays (kV, mAs, ms) flashes
The radiation indicator lights up and a signal sounds during the exposure release.
❏ Observe the following to increase the life of the tube assembly:
– If possible always select 80% tube load at the generator.
– It is essential that you program 80% tube load in the programs with small
focal spot and a tube voltage less than 70 kV.
– Work with the large focal spot below 70 kV tube voltage, if possible.
– Keep the prep time short and possibly "push through" to keep this time
short.
– Let go of the exposure release button immediately after the exposure.
The above instructions should be observed especially at workstations with high
patient throughput (accident stations) to counteract premature wear of the X-ray
tube assembly.
1
At the wish of the customer, this parameter can be changed by SIEMENS Uptime Service, in accor-
dance with country-specific regulations.
2
Not possible in DFR and Cassette mode;
in Vertix mode with ACSS only when tube unit is rotated 180°
3
Not possible in Bed mode and Vertix mode
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POLYDOROS SX 65/80
Integrated Control Console
1
, fluoroscopy switches off automatically
3
or with the exposure release foot
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