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Ceiling suspension and radiographic wall stand
Collimator of the ceiling suspension
The collimator controls consist of a button to switch on the collimator lamp,
two knobs to open or close the internal blades of the collimator and a filter
selection wheel.
When pressing the collimator lamp push-button, the collimator light turns on.
It remains lit for 30 seconds before it switches off automatically (lighting time
can be configured).
Exposure field on the receptor is adjusted by setting the two knobs. The table
on the front panel shows the number to set with the knobs to open the blades
according to the SID and X-ray field to be used.
1
Knobs to open or close the Collimator blades
1.
Filter selection
2.
Collimator lamp push-button
3.
Figure 35: Collimator controls
Note: To avoid shock and damage, move the tube head unit with
normal speed and slow down when reaching the mechanical
end stops.
CAUTION:
Rotation may be limited by cables. Avoid strain on the cables
during rotation.
2
3
Note: Refer to the corresponding collimator manual for extended
information about operation or technical description needed to
maintain compliance with Standard IEC 60601--1--3: 2008.
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