Maintenance; Internal; External; Replaceable Parts - Hologic Faxitron Path User Manual

This document provides a schedule of testing and maintenance for the Faxitron Path. It is
strongly recommended that the maintenance and tests described in this section be performed
at the intervals of time indicated to ensure that your Faxitron X-Ray generator continues to
operate at optimal performance.
Warning: Samples containing tissue can harbor infectious agents that are
hazardous to your health. Follow appropriate biosafety procedures; wear gloves
when handling tissue specimens or any materials with which they come in contact.
Periodically wipe down the interior of the cabinet with 70-90% isopropyl alcohol or
diluted sodium hypochlorite (5.25%-6.15% household bleach diluted 1:500 provides the proper
concentration). Ensure the specimen area, marked on the chamber floor, is thoroughly
cleaned.
Do not use acetone or other harsh/aggressive solvents on the x-ray chamber door window.
Periodically wipe down the exterior surfaces with isopropyl alcohol, sodium hypochlorite, or
mild soap and water. (See 8.1.0 above for appropriate concentrations.) Do not drench or flood
surfaces and do not use abrasives which may scratch surfaces. Do not allow any moisture to
contact any of the systems electrical components. Test cleaning agents on a small
inconspicuous area of the plastic and metal covers to verify they will not damage the finish.
Except for External Cables and Fuses – the system has no user replaceable components. The
following items can be ordered and replaced by Faxitron staff or approved representatives.

Digital X-Ray Detector

PCIe interface Card

Computer, Monitor, Mouse and Keyboard

Controller PCB

X-Ray Tube and HV Power Supply

Low Voltage Power Supply
 Acrylic Scattering Target (0.25"~ 6mm and 1" ~ 24 mm thick)
 ACR Phantom (Nuclear Associates P/N 18-250)
 Ion chamber Survey Meter, Inovision Model 451B-DE-SI-RYR or similar
 1 gallon (4 liter) plastic jug of water
The following references provide information that amplifies or augments the software safety
procedures, which are defined in this document.
Safety & Cybersecurity
Any software or firmware updates that have been released since the last maintenance that
resolve a safety or security issue can be provided, as necessary.
The firmware is hard coded into the control board so if a firmware update is required, replace
the control panel PCB.
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8
SECTION
Schedule of

Maintenance

8.0.0
Maintenance
8.1.0

Internal

8.2.0

External

8.3.0

Replaceable Parts

8.4.0

Materials Needed

8.5.0
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