Ceiling Height; Ancillary Services; Miscellaneous; General - Philips CARDIOMD Service Manual

8.1.4

Ceiling Height

To provide sufficient service access, permit NEMA standard flood testing, and allow for proper
air circulation, the minimum allowable ceiling height should be 8' 0" (245 cm) A/FF. 9' 0"
(275 cm) A/FF ceiling height is recommended. (A/FF signifies 'above finished floor'.)
8.1.5

Ancillary Services

The ancillary services for the system should also be considered, when determining the floor space
allocation. This would include areas such as:
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Reception/waiting room
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Darkroom
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Hot lab
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Storage
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Dressing rooms
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Toilets
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Physician's office, etc.
8.1.6

Miscellaneous

8.1.6.1

General

While planning the site, keep in mind that storage space for supplies, such as linens, on-site spare
parts, film, medical supplies, etc., is needed.
8.1.6.2

Floor

The room floor must consist of a finished concrete floor covered with an industrial-grade anti-
static tile. No carpet may be used on the floor.
8.1.6.3

Lighting

Lighting fixtures, vents, etc. shall be flush with finished ceiling.
Dimmers should be used to control light levels in control and exam rooms. Locate dimmers
conveniently for gantry and controls.
8.1.6.4

Housekeeping

Housekeeping rules, which should be observed in the nuclear room, include:
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Never use steel wool for cleaning in any of the rooms. The fine metal fibers can enter
enclosures via air cooling systems and cause internal short circuits that are difficult to detect
and correct, causing equipment downtime.
•
Buffing of wax on floors can circulate a fine powder which could collect inside the
components on open contacts. Consequently, only liquid waxes should be used.
Note. Past experience indicates that it is advantageous to install a sink in the nuclear room.
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