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IMPORTANT:
Note: Use PSPs within 24 hours of last erasure. Repeat erasing process if PSPs have been
stored longer than 24 hours.
Erase the PSP
Each Intraoral and Extraoral PSP should be used (i.e. X-ray exposed and scanned)
within 24 hours of erasure since natural radiation will add noise to the PSP . Erase
PSPs by simply using the ScanX In-Line Erase Feature. This can be accomplished
using one of two methods as follows:
Note: Both erasing methods will result in an erased PSP suitable for reuse. The user will not
observe any difference in ScanX operation when using either method.
Method #1
Perform the Imaging Procedures for Intraoral PSPs on page 20 or the pro-
cedures for Extraoral PSPs on page 22. Except when performing step 4 of
either Activate Scanner procedure, select the Erase option from the installed
authorized imaging software to activate the ScanX. This method does not
scan the plate and no image will be acquired.
Method #2.
Perform the normal Imaging Procedures for Intraoral PSPs on page 20
or the procedures for Extraoral PSPs on page 22. This method scans the
plate and the imaging software may acquire a "junk image" (scanned
latent plate image) that should be subsequently deleted from the imaging
software.
IMPORTANT:
Cleaning Phosphor Storage Plates
For the best images, PSPs should be handled carefully and kept clean. Use the
following steps to clean plates:
1. Use lint-free, 100% cotton gauze (not cotton balls). Gently wipe the cotton
gauze over the dry Plate surface. Wipe using an even side to side motion and
then in a circular motion.
2. To clean any remaining stains wipe using an even side to side motion per one
of the following options:
Option 1 – Use Air Techniques PSP wipes (P/N B8910).
Option 2 - 100% cotton gauze dampen with anhydrous ethanol or anhydrous
isopropyl alcohol.
3. Completely dry the surface by wiping with another piece of lint-free cotton
gauze. Make sure that the PSP is completely dry before use.
IMPORTANT:
Disinfecting the Phosphor Storage Plates
There is no reason to routinely disinfect the PSPs unless contamination is suspected.
If a PSP has touched a contaminated surface, it may be immersed briefly in a cold
sterilant (such as a 2% Gluteraldehyde solution) according to sterilant manufacturers
directions. Do not immerse the plate if there is any evidence of deep scratches in the
surface of the plate or nicks in the edges of the plate. After disinfection, clean and dry
the plate using the instructions above.
Disposal of Phosphor Storage Plates
Consult with your federal, national, state and local government, for rules and
regulations on disposal of Phosphor Storage Plates.
PLATE CARE & PREPARATION
PSPs must always be erased prior to use.
Wipe the phosphor side of the plate only making sure not to
scratch the plates.
Do not soak overnight.
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