Vatech Green 16 Installation Manual page 15

Green 16/18 Installation Manual
so that the person can reach out to them easily in an
emergency.
The X-ray room must be shielded accordingly to the
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radiation safety requirements to ensure the operator
and patient's safety. You must verify that the room
meets all applicable safety requirements.
Other devices must not be installed near the X-ray

equipment.
DO NOT install this equipment in an area that is
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exposed to strong electromagnetic fields.
DO NOT install this equipment near the explosive

materials or in the explosion-prone area.
The electrical installation of this equipment must follow
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all local code requirements for electro-medical systems:
IEC 60364-7-710:2002.
The UPS must be installed at the same time as the

equipment.
The equipment, PC, and all peripheral devices must be
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well-grounded.
X-ray Radiation Warnings
Install this equipment in an approved location to ensure
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the patient's and operator's safety.
Radiation Shielding (e.g., Stationary radiation shielding
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barriers) must be installed with the equipment to protect
the operator from radiation exposure.
Follow all federal and local The X-ray system may

cause injury to the patient if improperly used. Obey all
federal and municipal standards regarding radiation
safety.
When the patient is taking an X-ray image, the operator
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must stand behind a protective wall or take other
protective actions.
The operator must stay at least 2 m (6 feet) away from
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the X-ray source when pressing the Exposure Switch
and observing the patient during the image acquisition.
The operator must provide the patient with protective
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clothing before X-ray capturing.
Pregnant women must consult with a doctor before
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being exposed to an X-ray.
1. Introduction
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