Introduction; Hatch X-Ray Equipment; Indication For Use; About This Manual - hatch X-RAY Operating Manual

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INTRODUCTION

1.1. Hatch X-Ray Equipment

Congratulations, your new Hatch X-Ray High Frequency Intraoral X-Ray has
been engineered and manufactured to provide many years of reliable service.
The system houses two microprocessors, one for control/supervisory functions
and another to provide the user/machine interface. The technology incorporates
feedback circuits to ensure accuracy and reproducibility of X-Ray output for dental
diagnostic radiography. Hatch X-Ray will create radiographs of excellent quality,
performing equally well using any image receptor.
The High Frequency Intraoral X-Ray is hereafter referred to as Hatch X-Ray in
this manual. Review and follow the guidelines included in this Users' Manual to
thoroughly become familiar with the operating and safety procedures. This will
ensure that your Hatch X-Ray gives you the highest level of service.

1.2. Indication for Use

The Hatch X-Ray High Frequency Intraoral X-Ray is to be used as a source of
X-Rays in Dental radiography. Only trained professionals should use this device.
Federal law prohibits the sale of this device to individuals other than trained
professionals. Use of this device, other than as described in this manual, may
result in injury.
The expected service life of the product is determined based on design
considerations and field performance of similar devices. The expected service
life defined as minimum 10 years during which the device is expected to remain
suitable for its INTENDED USE. It is also the period when all RISK CONTROL
measures will remain effective to ensure that RISKS remain acceptable.

1.3. About this Manual

This manual is not to be used as a replacement for training in radiography. The
document contains basic operation instructions, identification of parts, system
labels and safety guidelines for the Hatch X-Ray models listed below. Additionally,
troubleshooting tips are provided should the equipment not perform as intended.
The following are guidelines for using this manual.
Alerts users to important instructions that require caution when
operating the unit since they are related to safety
CAUTION
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