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Revision 18

Silhouette VR System
Service Manual

0459

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GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS SILHOUETTE VR SYSTEM
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VSTRAHA TENTO PROVOZN NVOD EXISTUJE POUZE V ANGLICKM
JAZYCE.
(CS)
V PPAD, E EXTERN SLUBA ZKAZNKM POTEBUJE
NVOD V JINM JAZYCE, JE ZAJITN PEKLADU DO
ODPOVDAJCHO JAZYKA KOLEM ZKAZNKA.
NESNATE SE O DRBU TOHOTO ZAZEN, ANI BYSTE SI
PEETLI TENTO PROVOZN NVOD A POCHOPILI JEHO
OBSAH.
V PPAD NEDODROVN TTO VSTRAHY ME DOJT
K PORANN PRACOVNKA PRODEJNHO SERVISU,
OBSLUNHO PERSONLU NEBO PACIENT VLIVEM
ELEKTRICKHOP PROUDU, RESPEKTIVE VLIVEM
MECHANICKCH I JINCH RIZIK.
ADVARSEL DENNE SERVICEMANUAL FINDES KUN P ENGELSK.
(DA) HVIS EN KUNDES TEKNIKER HAR BRUG FOR ET ANDET SPROG
END ENGELSK, ER DET KUNDENS ANSVAR AT SRGE FOR
OVERSTTELSE.
FORSG IKKE AT SERVICERE UDSTYRET MEDMINDRE
DENNE SERVICEMANUAL HAR VRET KONSULTERET OG ER
FORSTET.
MANGLENDE OVERHOLDELSE AF DENNE ADVARSEL KAN
MEDFRE SKADE P GRUND AF ELEKTRISK, MEKANISK ELLER
ANDEN FARE FOR TEKNIKEREN, OPERATREN ELLER
PATIENTEN.

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WAARSCHUWING DEZE ONDERHOUDSHANDLEIDING IS ENKEL IN HET ENGELS


VERKRIJGBAAR.
(NL)
ALS HET ONDERHOUDSPERSONEEL EEN ANDERE TAAL
VEREIST, DAN IS DE KLANT VERANTWOORDELIJK VOOR DE
VERTALING ERVAN.
PROBEER DE APPARATUUR NIET TE ONDERHOUDEN
VOORDAT DEZE ONDERHOUDSHANDLEIDING WERD
GERAADPLEEGD EN BEGREPEN IS.
INDIEN DEZE WAARSCHUWING NIET WORDT OPGEVOLGD,
ZOU HET ONDERHOUDSPERSONEEL, DE OPERATOR OF EEN
PATINT GEWOND KUNNEN RAKEN ALS GEVOLG VAN EEN
ELEKTRISCHE SCHOK, MECHANISCHE OF ANDERE GEVAREN.
THIS SERVICE MANUAL IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH ONLY.
WARNING IF A CUSTOMER'S SERVICE PROVIDER REQUIRES A
(EN) LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH, IT IS THE CUSTOMER'S
RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE TRANSLATION SERVICES.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT UNLESS
THIS SERVICE MANUAL HAS BEEN CONSULTED AND IS
UNDERSTOOD.
FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO
THE SERVICE PROVIDER, OPERATOR, OR PATIENT FROM
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR FROM MECHANICAL OR OTHER
HAZARDS.
HOIATUS KESOLEV TEENINDUSJUHEND ON SAADAVAL AINULT INGLISE
KEELES.
(ET)
KUI KLIENDITEENINDUSE OSUTAJA NUAB JUHENDIT INGLISE
KEELEST ERINEVAS KEELES, VASTUTAB KLIENT
TLKETEENUSE OSUTAMISE EEST.
RGE RITAGE SEADMEID TEENINDADA ENNE EELNEVALT
KESOLEVA TEENINDUSJUHENDIGA TUTVUMIST JA SELLEST
ARU SAAMIST.
KESOLEVA HOIATUSE EIRAMINE VIB PHJUSTADA
TEENUSEOSUTAJA, OPERAATORI VI PATSIENDI VIGASTAMIST
ELEKTRILGI, MEHAANILISE VI MUU OHU TAGAJRJEL.
VAROITUS TM HUOLTO-OHJE ON SAATAVILLA VAIN ENGLANNIKSI.
(FI) JOS ASIAKKAAN HUOLTOHENKILST VAATII MUUTA KUIN
ENGLANNINKIELIST MATERIAALIA, TARVITTAVAN
KNNKSEN HANKKIMINEN ON ASIAKKAAN VASTUULLA.
L YRIT KORJATA LAITTEISTOA ENNEN KUIN OLET
VARMASTI LUKENUT JA YMMRTNYT TMN HUOLTO-
OHJEEN.
MIKLI TT VAROITUSTA EI NOUDATETA, SEURAUKSENA VOI
OLLA HUOLTOHENKILSTN, LAITTEISTON KYTTJN TAI
POTILAAN VAHINGOITTUMINEN SHKISKUN, MEKAANISEN
VIAN TAI MUUN VAARATILANTEEN VUOKSI.

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ATTENTION CE MANUEL DE SERVICE N'EST DISPONIBLE QU'EN ANGLAIS.


(FR) SI LE TECHNICIEN DU CLIENT A BESOIN DE CE MANUEL DANS
UNE AUTRE LANGUE QUE L'ANGLAIS, C'EST AU CLIENT QU'IL
INCOMBE DE LE FAIRE TRADUIRE.
NE PAS TENTER D'INTERVENIR SUR LES QUIPEMENTS
TANT QUE LE MANUEL SERVICE N'A PAS T CONSULT ET
COMPRIS
LE NON-RESPECT DE CET AVERTISSEMENT PEUT ENTRANER
CHEZ LE TECHNICIEN, L'OPRATEUR OU LE PATIENT DES
BLESSURES DUES DES DANGERS LECTRIQUES,
MCANIQUES OU AUTRES.
WARNUNG DIESE SERVICEANLEITUNG EXISTIERT NUR IN ENGLISCHER
SPRACHE.
(DE)
FALLS EIN FREMDER KUNDENDIENST EINE ANDERE SPRACHE
BENTIGT, IST ES AUFGABE DES KUNDEN FR EINE
ENTSPRECHENDE BERSETZUNG ZU SORGEN.
VERSUCHEN SIE NICHT DIESE ANLAGE ZU WARTEN,
OHNE DIESE SERVICEANLEITUNG GELESEN UND
VERSTANDEN ZU HABEN.
WIRD DIESE WARNUNG NICHT BEACHTET, SO KANN ES ZU
VERLETZUNGEN DES KUNDENDIENSTTECHNIKERS, DES
BEDIENERS ODER DES PATIENTEN DURCH STROMSCHLGE,
MECHANISCHE ODER SONSTIGE GEFAHREN KOMMEN.
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FIGYELMEZTETS EZEN KARBANTARTSI KZIKNYV KIZRLAG ANGOL


(HU) NYELVEN RHET EL.
HA A VEV SZOLGLTATJA ANGOLTL ELTR NYELVRE
TART IGNYT, AKKOR A VEV FELELSSGE A FORDTS
ELKSZTTETSE.
NE PRBLJA ELKEZDENI HASZNLNI A BERENDEZST,
AMG A KARBANTARTSI KZIKNYVBEN LERTAKAT NEM
RTELMEZTK.
EZEN FIGYELMEZTETS FIGYELMEN KVL HAGYSA A
SZOLGLTAT, MKDTET VAGY A BETEG RAMTS,
MECHANIKAI VAGY EGYB VESZLYHELYZET MIATTI
SRLST EREDMNYEZHETI.
AVRUN ESSI JNUSTUHANDBK ER EINGNGU FANLEG ENSKU.
(IS) EF A JNUSTUVEITANDI VISKIPTAMANNS ARFNAST
ANNAS TUNGUMLS EN ENSKU, ER A SKYLDA
VISKIPTAMANNS A SKAFFA TUNGUMLAJNUSTU.
REYNI EKKI A AFGREIA TKI NEMA A ESSI
JNUSTUHANDBK
HEFUR VERI SKOU OG SKILIN.
BROT SINNA ESSARI AVRUN GETUR LEITT TIL MEISLA
JNUSTUVEITANDA, STJRNANDA EA SJKLINGS FR
RAFLOSTI, VLRNU EA RUM HTTUM.
AVVERTENZA IL PRESENTE MANUALE DI MANUTENZIONE E DISPONIBILE
SOLTANTO IN INGLESE.
(IT)
SE UN ADDETTO ALLA MANUTENZIONE ESTERNO ALLA GEMS
RICHIEDE IL MANUALE IN UNA LINGUA DIVERSA, IL CLIENTE E
TENUTO A PROVVEDERE DIRETTAMENTE ALLA TRADUZIONE.
SI PROCEDA ALLA MANUTENZIONE DELL'APPARECCHIATURA
SOLO DOPO AVER
CONSULTATO IL PRESENTE MANUALE ED AVERNE COMPRESO
IL CONTENUTO
IL NON RISPETTO DELLA PRESENTE AVVERTENZA POTREBBE
FAR COMPIERE OPERAZIONI DA CUI DERIVINO LESIONI
ALL'ADDETTO ALLA MANUTENZIONE, ALL'UTILIZZATORE ED AL
PAZIENTE PER FOLGORAZIONE ELETTRICA, PER URTI
MECCANICI OD ALTRI RISCHI.

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BRDINJUMS APKALPES ROKASGRMATA IR PIEEJAMA TIKAI ANGU


VALOD.
(LV)
JA KLIENTA APKALPES SNIEDZJAM NEPIECIEAMA
INFORMCIJA CIT VALOD, NEVIS ANGU, KLIENTA
PIENKUMS IR NODROINT TULKOANU.
NEVEICIET APRKOJUMA APKALPI BEZ APKALPES
ROKASGRMATAS IZLASANAS UN SAPRAANAS.
BRDINJUMA NEIEVROANA VAR RADT ELEKTRISKS
STRVAS TRIECIENA, MEHNISKU VAI CITU RISKU IZRAISTU
TRAUMU APKALPES SNIEDZJAM, OPERATORAM VAI
PACIENTAM.
SPJIMAS IS EKSPLOATAVIMO VADOVAS YRA PRIEINAMAS TIK ANGL
KALBA.
(LT)
JEI KLIENTO PASLAUG TIEKJAS REIKALAUJA VADOVO KITA
KALBA NE ANGL, NUMATYTI VERTIMO PASLAUGAS YRA
KLIENTO ATSAKOMYB.
NEMGINKITE ATLIKTI RANGOS TECHNINS PRIEIROS,
NEBENT ATSIVELGTE EKSPLOATAVIMO VADOV IR J
SUPRATOTE.
JEI NEATKREIPSITE DMESIO PERSPJIM, GALIMI
SUALOJIMAI DL ELEKTROS OKO,
MECHANINI AR KIT PAVOJ PASLAUG TIEKJUI,
OPERATORIUI AR PACIENTUI.
ADVARSEL DENNE SERVICEHNDBOKEN FINNES BARE P ENGELSK.
(NO) HVIS KUNDENS SERVICELEVERANDR TRENGER ET ANNET
SPRK, ER DET KUNDENS ANSVAR SRGE FOR
OVERSETTELSE.
IKKE FORSK REPARERE UTSTYRET UTEN AT DENNE
SERVICEHNDBOKEN ER LEST OG FORSTTT.
MANGLENDE HENSYN TIL DENNE ADVARSELEN KAN FRE TIL
AT SERVICELEVERANDREN, OPERATREN ELLER
PASIENTEN SKADES P GRUNN AV ELEKTRISK STT,
MEKANISKE ELLER ANDRE FARER.
OSTRZEENIE NINIEJSZY PODRCZNIK SERWISOWY DOSTPNY JEST
JEDYNIE W JZYKU ANGIELSKIM.
(PL)
JELI DOSTAWCA USUG KLIENTA WYMAGA JZYKA INNEGO
NI ANGIELSKI, ZAPEWNIENIE USUGI TUMACZENIA JEST
OBOWIZKIEM KLIENTA.
NIE PRBOWA SERWISOWA WYPOSAENIA BEZ
ZAPOZNANIA SI I ZROZUMIENIA NINIEJSZEGO PODRCZNIKA
SERWISOWEGO.
NIEZASTOSOWANIE SI DO TEGO OSTRZEENIA MOE
SPOWODOWA URAZY DOSTAWCY USUG, OPERATORA LUB
PACJENTA W WYNIKU PORAENIA ELEKTRYCZNEGO,
ZAGROENIA MECHANICZNEGO BD INNEGO.

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ATENO ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTNCIA TCNICA S SE


ENCONTRA DISPONVEL EM INGLS.
(PT-BR)
SE QUALQUER OUTRO SERVIO DE ASSISTNCIA
TCNICA, QUE NO A GEMS, SOLICITAR ESTES
MANUAIS NOUTRO IDIOMA, DA RESPONSABILIDADE
DO CLIENTE FORNECER OS SERVIOS DE TRADUO.
NO TENTE REPARAR O EQUIPAMENTO SEM TER
CONSULTADO E
COMPREENDIDO ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTNCIA
TCNICA
O NO CUMPRIMENTO DESTE AVISO PODE POR EM
PERIGO A SEGURANA DO TCNICO, OPERADOR OU
PACIENTE DEVIDO A CHOQUES ELTRICOS,
MECNICOS OU OUTROS.
ATENO ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTNCIA TCNICA S SE
ENCONTRA DISPONVEL EM INGLS.
(PT-PT)
SE QUALQUER OUTRO SERVIO DE ASSISTNCIA
TCNICA, QUE NO A GEMS, SOLICITAR ESTES
MANUAIS NOUTRO IDIOMA, DA RESPONSABILIDADE
DO CLIENTE FORNECER OS SERVIOS DE TRADUO.
NO TENTE REPARAR O EQUIPAMENTO SEM TER
CONSULTADO E
COMPREENDIDO ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTNCIA
TCNICA
O NO CUMPRIMENTO DESTE AVISO PODE COLOCAR
EM PERIGO A SEGURANA DO TCNICO, DO
OPERADOR OU DO PACIENTE DEVIDO A CHOQUES
ELCTRICOS, MECNICOS OU OUTROS.
ATENIE ACEST MANUAL DE SERVICE ESTE DISPONIBIL NUMAI
N LIMBA ENGLEZ.
(RO)
DAC UN FURNIZOR DE SERVICII PENTRU CLIENI
NECESIT O ALT LIMB DECT CEA ENGLEZ, ESTE
DE DATORIA CLIENTULUI S FURNIZEZE O
TRADUCERE.
NU NCERCAI S REPARAI ECHIPAMENTUL DECT
ULTERIOR CONSULTRII I NELEGERII ACESTUI
MANUAL DE SERVICE.
IGNORAREA ACESTUI AVERTISMENT AR PUTEA DUCE
LA RNIREA DEPANATORULUI, OPERATORULUI SAU
PACIENTULUI N URMA PERICOLELOR DE
ELECTROCUTARE, MECANICE SAU DE ALT NATUR.

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UPOZORENJE ENGLESKOM JEZIKU.

(SR) AKO KLIJENTOV SERVISER ZAHTEVA NEKI DRUGI


JEZIK, KLIJENT JE DUAN DA OBEZBEDI
PREVODILAKE USLUGE.
NE POKUAVAJTE DA OPRAVITE UREAJ AKO NISTE
PROITALI I RAZUMELI OVO SERVISNO UPUTSTVO.
ZANEMARIVANJE OVOG UPOZORENJA MOE DOVESTI
DO POVREIVANJA SERVISERA, RUKOVAOCA ILI
PACIJENTA USLED STRUJNOG UDARA ILI MEHANIKIH
I DRUGIH OPASNOSTI.
UPOZORNENIE TENTO NVOD NA OBSLUHU JE K DISPOZCII LEN V
ANGLITINE.
(SK)
AK ZKAZNKOV POSKYTOVATE SLUIEB VYADUJE
IN JAZYK AKO ANGLITINU, POSKYTNUTIE
PREKLADATESKCH SLUIEB JE ZODPOVEDNOSOU
ZKAZNKA.
NEPOKAJTE SA O OBSLUHU ZARIADENIA SKR,
AKO SI NEPRETATE NVOD NA OBLUHU A
NEPOROZUMIETE MU.
ZANEDBANIE TOHTO UPOZORNENIA ME VYSTI
DO ZRANENIA POSKYTOVATEA SLUIEB,
OBSLUHUJCEJ OSOBY ALEBO PACIENTA
ELEKTRICKM PRDOM, DO MECHANICKHO ALEBO
INHO NEBEZPEENSTVA.

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ATENCION ESTE MANUAL DE SERVICIO SOLO EXISTE EN INGLES.


(ES) SI ALGUN PROVEEDOR DE SERVICIOS AJENO A GEMS
SOLICITA UN IDIOMA QUE NO SEA EL INGLES, ES
RESPONSABILIDAD DEL CLIENTE OFRECER UN
SERVICIO DE TRADUCCION
NO SE DEBERA DAR SERVICIO TECNICO AL EQUIPO,
SIN HABER CONSULTADO Y COMPRENDIDO ESTE
MANUAL DE SERVICIO
LA NO OBSERVANCIA DEL PRESENTE AVISO PUEDE
DAR LUGAR A QUE EL PROVEEDOR DE SERVICIOS, EL
OPERADOR O EL PACIENTE SUFRAN LESIONES
PROVOCADAS POR CAUSAS ELCTRICAS, MECNICAS
O DE OTRA NATURALEZA.
VARNING DEN HR SERVICEHANDBOKEN FINNS BARA
TILLGNGLIG P ENGELSKA.
(SV)
OM EN KUNDS SERVICETEKNIKER HAR BEHOV AV ETT
ANNAT SPRK N ENGELSKA ANSVARAR KUNDEN
FR ATT TILLHANDAHLLA
VERSTTNINGSTJNSTER.
FRSK INTE UTFRA SERVICE P UTRUSTNINGEN
OM DU INTE HAR LST OCH FRSTR DEN HR
SERVICEHANDBOKEN.
OM DU INTE TAR HNSYN TILL DEN HR VARNINGEN
KAN DET RESULTERA I SKADOR P
SERVICETEKNIKERN, OPERATREN ELLER PATIENTEN
TILL FLJD AV ELEKTRISKA STTAR, MEKANISKA
FAROR ELLER ANDRA FAROR.
DKKAT BU SERVS KILAVUZUNUN SADECE NGLZCES
MEVCUTTUR.
(TR)
EER MTER TEKNSYEN BU KILAVUZU NGLZCE
DIINDA BR BAKA LSANDAN TALEP EDERSE, BUNU
TERCME ETTRMEK MTERYE DER.
SERVS KILAVUZUNU OKUYUP ANLAMADAN
EKPMANLARA MDAHALE ETMEYNZ.
BU UYARIYA UYULMAMASI, ELEKTRK, MEKANK VEYA
DER TEHLKELERDEN DOLAYI TEKNSYEN,
OPERATR VEYA HASTANIN YARALANMASINA YOL
AABLR.

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Silhouette VR System
Service Manual

IMPORTANT! . . . XRAY PROTECTION


Xray equipment if not properly can any practical design compel adequate steps to protect against
used may cause injury. the operator to take adequate injury.
Accordingly, the instructions precautions to prevent the The equipment is sold with the
herein contained should be possibility of any persons understanding that the General
thoroughly read and carelessly exposing themselves or Electric Company, Medical
understood by everyone who others to radiation. Systems Group, its agents, and
will use the equipment before It is important that everyone representatives have no
you attempt to place this having anything to do with x responsibility for injury or damage
equipment in operation. The radiation be properly trained and which may result from improper
General Electric Company, fully acquainted with the use of the equipment.
Medical Systems Group, will be recommendations of the National Various protective material and
glad to assist and cooperate in Council on Radiation Protection devices are available. It is urged
placing this equipment in use. and Measurements as published that such materials or devices be
Although this apparatus in NCRP Reports available from used.
incorporates a high degree of NCRP Publications, 7910 CAUTION: United States Federal
protection against xradiation Woodmont Avenue, Room 1016, law restricts this device to use by
other than the useful beam, no Bethesda, Maryland 20814, and of or on the order of a physician.
practical design of equipment can the International Commission on
provide complete protection. Nor Radiation Protection, and take

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If you have any comments, suggestions or corrections to the information in this document, please
write them down, include the document title and document number, and send them to:
GENERAL ELECTRIC HUALUN MEDICAL SYSTEMS Co. Ltd
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
BEIJING ECONOMIC & TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT AREA
BEIJING PRC 100176

CERTIFIED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR STATEMENT


All electrical installations that are and testing shall be performed by electrical work on these products
preliminary to positioning of the qualified GE Medical personnel. will comply with the requirements
equipment at the site prepared for The products involved (and the of the applicable electrical codes.
the equipment shall be performed accompanying electrical The purchaser of GE equipment
by licensed electrical contractors. installations) are highly shall only utilize qualified
In addition, electrical feeds into sophisticated, and special personnel (i.e., GEs field
the Power Distribution Unit shall engineering competence is engineers, personnel of third
be performed by licensed required. In performing all party service companies with
electrical contractors. Other electrical work on these products, equivalent training, or licensed
connections between pieces of GE will use its own specially electricians) to perform electrical
electrical equipment, calibrations, trained field engineers. All of GEs servicing on the equipment.

DAMAGE IN TRANSPORTATION
All packages should be closely discovery, or in any event, within ready to supply name of carrier,
examined at time of delivery. If 14 days after receipt, and the delivery date, consignee name,
damage is apparent, have contents and containers held for freight or express bill number,
notation damage in shipment inspection by the carrier. A item damaged and extent of
written on all copies of the freight transportation company will not damage.
or express bill before delivery is pay a claim for damage if an
accepted or signed for by a inspection is not requested within Complete instructions regarding
General Electric representative or this 14 day period. claim procedure are found in
a hospital receiving agent. Section S of the Policy &
Whether noted or concealed, Call Traffic and Transportation, Procedure Bulletins.
damage MUST be reported to the Milwaukee, WI (414) 827-3449/
carrier immediately upon 8*285-3449 immediately after
damage is found. At this time be

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REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

This product conforms with the requirements of Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning
medical devices when it bears the following CE marking of conformity:

0459

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

This product conforms with IEC 60601-1-2:2001+A1:2004 EMC standard for medical devices.
Note: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. The
equipment may cause or subject to radio frequency interference with other
medical and nonmedical devices and radio communications. To provide
reasonable protection against such interference, the Silhouette VR System
complies with emissions limits for a Group 1, Class A Medical Devices and has
applicable immunity level as stated in IEC 60601-1-2:2001+A1:2004.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. Special precautions and other information regarding EMC provided in
the accompanying documents of this equipment shall be observed during
installation and operation of this equipment.

Note: If this equipment is found to cause interference (which may be determined by


switching the equipment on and off), the user (or qualified service personnel)
should attempt to correct the problem by one or more of the following measure(s):

Reorient or relocate the affected device(s).


Increase the separating space between the equipment and the affected
device.
Power the equipment from a source different from that of the affected
device.
Consult the point of purchase or service representative for further
suggestions.

Use of accessories, transducers, cables and other parts other than those
WARNING specified by the manufacturer of this equipment may result in increased
emissions or decreased immunity of the equipment. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any interference caused either by the use of interconnect cables
other than those recommended, or by unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the users
authority to operate the equipment.

Note: To comply with the regulations applicable to an electromagnetic interface for a


Group 1, Class A Medical Device, and to minimize interference risks, the
following requirements shall apply:

All interconnect cables to peripheral devices must be shielded and


properly grounded. Use of cables not properly shielded and grounded
may result in the equipment causing radio frequency interference in
violation of the European Union Medical Device directive and FCC
regulations.

All of those recommended guidance regarding electromagnetic


environment shall be followed.
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Note: Do not use devices which intentionally transmit RF signals (Cellular Phones,
Transceivers, or Radio Controlled Products) in the vicinity of this equipment as it
may cause performance outside the published specifications. Keep the power to
these type devices turned off when near the equipment. The medical staff in
charge of this equipment is required to instruct technicians, patients, and others.
Guidance and manufacturers declaration Electromagnetic Emissions
The Silhouette VR system is suitable for use in the specified electromagnetic environment.
The purchaser or user of the Silhouette VR system should assure that it is used in an elec-
tromagnetic environment as described below:
Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment
The Silhouette VR system uses RF energy only for
RF Emissions Group1 its internal function. Therefore, its RF emissions are
CISPR11 very low and are not likely to cause any interference
in nearby electronic equipment.

RF Emissions Class A The Silhouette VR system is suitable for use in all


CISPR11 establishments other than domestic and those
Harmonic emissions Not directly connected to the public low-voltage power
IEC 61000-3-2 applicable supply network that supplies buildings used for
Voltage fluctuations/ Not domestic purposes.
flicker emissions applicable
IEC 61000-3-3

Guidance and manufacturers declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity (1)


The Silhouette VR system is suitable for use in the specified electromagnetic environment. The
purchaser or user of the Silhouette VR system should assure that it is used in an electromagnetic
environment as described below:
Immunity Test IEC 60601-1-2 Compliance Electromagnetic Environment
Test Level Level
Electrostatic 6 kV contact 6 kV contact Floors are wood, concrete, or ceramic
discharge (ESD) 8 kV air 8 kV air tile, or floors are covered with synthetic
IEC 61000-4-2 material and the relative humidity is at
least 30 %.
2 kV for power 2 kV for
Electrical fast supply lines power supply
transient/burst lines Mains power quality is that of a typical
IEC 61000-4-4 1 kV for commercial and/or hospital environment
input/output 1 kV for
lines input/output
lines
1 kV differential 1 kV
Surge mode differential Mains power quality is that of a typical
IEC 61000-4-5 2 kV common mode commercial and/or hospital environment.
mode 2 kV common
mode
Voltage dips, Mains power quality is that of a typical
short < 5 % UT 0 % UT for 5 commercial and/or hospital environment.
interruptions (> 95 % dip in UT) sec If the user of the Silhouette VR system
and voltage for 0.5 cycle requires continued operation during
variations on power mains interruptions, it is
power supply 40 % UT recommended that the Silhouette VR
input lines (60 % dip in UT) system be powered from an
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IEC 61000-4-11 for 5 cycles uninterruptible power supply or a battery.

70 % UT
(30 % dip in UT)

< 5 % UT
(> 95 % dip in UT)
for 5 s
Power Power frequency magnetic fields are at
frequency 3 A/m 3 A/m levels characteristic of a typical location
(50/60 Hz) in a typical commercial and/or hospital
magnetic field environment.
IEC 61000-4-8

Note: These are guidelines. Actual conditions may vary.

Guidance and manufacturers declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity (2)


The Silhouette VR system is suitable for use in the specified electromagnetic environment. The
purchaser or user of the Silhouette VR system should assure that it is used in an electromagnetic
environment as described below:
Immunity IEC 60601-1-2 Compliance Electromagnetic Environment
Test Test Level Level
Portable and mobile RF communications
equipment are used no closer to any part of the
[EQUIPMENT and/or SYSTEM], including cables,
than the recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation appropriate for the
frequency of the transmitter.

Recommended separation distance


Conducted RF 3V
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to [V1 =] 3 V d= 1.2
80 MHz

Radiated RF 3 V/m d= 1.2 80 MHz to 800 MHz


IEC 61000-4-3 80 kHz to [E1=] 3 V/m
800 MHz
d= 2.3 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz

Note: P is the power rating of the transmitter in


watts (W) according to the transmitter manufac-
turer and d is the recommended separation dis-
tance in meters (m).

Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as


determined by an electromagnetic site survey,*
are less than the compliance level in each fre-
quency range.**

Interference may occur in the vicinity of equip-


ment marked with the following symbol:
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NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption
and reflection from structures, objects and people.

*Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for cellular telephones and land mobile radios,
amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast, and TV broadcast cannot be estimated accurately. To assess the
electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be performed. If
the measured field strength exceeds the RF compliance level above, observe the Silhouette VR system to
verify normal operation in each use location. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be
necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the [EQUIPMENT and/or SYSTEM].
**Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths are less than 3 V/m.
The Recommended Separation Distances are listed in the next table.
Note: These are guidelines. Actual conditions may vary.

Recommended Separation Distances for Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment


and the Silhouette VR system
Frequency of
Transmitter
150KHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz

Equation
d= 1.2 d= 1.2 d= 2.3

Rated Power of
Transmitter DISTANCE DISTANCE DISTANCE
(W) (meters) (meters) (meters)
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23

For transmitters rated at a power not listed above, the DISTANCE can be estimated using the
equation in the corresponding column, where P is the power rating of the transmitter in watts (W)
according to the transmitter manufacturer.

Note: These are guidelines. Actual conditions may vary.

Product Essential Performance

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Prob./Appl. Severity Test


Level Name Essential Performance of Failure of Failure Reqd Test Methord Pass/Fail Criteria
Exposur; Exposure parameter
System VR system display and set; Positioner See below See below Yes See subsystems below See subsystems below
movement.

No unintended exposure;
Monitor exposure
Fix exposure No Incorrect exposure the
Subsystem Acquire expectant dose MEDIUM MEDIUM Yes parameter that displaied
AEC exposure results is not meet
on system console.
product registration standard

Positioner Table electromagnetic lock Check EM-lock after The EM-lock function work as
Subsystem MEDIUM LOW Yes
movement (EM-lock) function. immunity test. intended after immunity test.

Observance Exposure No exposure parameter change


Exposure parameter display parameter; Set exposure during immunity test;
Subsystem System console MEDIUM LOW Yes
Exposure parameter set . parameter after Immunity Exposure parameter set as
Test. intended after immunity test.

System able to turn on and boot


Power
Subsystem Provide power to sub-systems. LOW LOW Yes Turn on and boot up. up successfully after immunity
Distribution Unit
test.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER PAGE

1 BEFORE YOU START 1-1


SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1
SECTION 2 OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL 1-1
2-1 Installation Plan 1-1
2-2 Interconnection 1-2
2-3 Presentation 1-2
SECTION 3 ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS 1-2
3-1 Tools and Test Equipment 1-2
3-2 Documentation 1-2
SECTION 4 DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM 1-3

2 PHYSICAL INSTALLATION 2-1


SECTION 1 PHYSICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE GUIDE 2-1
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION JOB CARD 2-3
Installation Preparation 2-3
Table Installation 2-4
Wall stand Installation 2-6
Column Installation 2-11
X-Ray Tube Installation 2-15
Control box Installation 2-16
Collimator Installation 2-17
Cable Installation 2-19
Spanish Language Labels 2-35
AEC Board Option Installation 2-37
Table Ion Chamber Option Installation 2-40
Wall Stand Ion Chamber Installation 2-42
Grid Assembly 2-43
Warning Label 2-44

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (contd.)

CHAPTER PAGE

3 CONFIGURATION AND CALIBRATION 3-1


SECTION 1 JOB CARDS 3-1
Collimator Calibration 3-1
HHS Test Calibration 3-4
Software Installation 3-5
Tube Configuration 3-15
Receptor Programming 3-17
Automated AEC Calibration 3-25
Checksum Validation 3-37
Backup and Restore Database Parameters 3-41

4 FUNCTIONAL CHECK 4-1


SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 4-1
SECTION 2 TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT 4-3
SECTION 3 OPERATIONAL CHECKS 4-4
3-1 System Power up 4-4
3-2 Silhouette VR System Mechanical Movement 4-4
SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE CHECKS 4-6
4-1 Generator Parameter Accuracy 4-6
4-2 Post Display Initialization 4-6
4-3 Accuracy Checks 4-7
4-4 Procedure 4-7
4-5 Reproducibilty and Linearity of exposures 4-7
4-6 Coefficients of Variation and Linearity 4-9
4-7 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Reproducibilty 4-10
4-8 AEC Maximum mAs 4-10
4-9 AEC Minimum Exposure Time 4-11
4-10 JEDI Performance Chacks 4-17
4-11 Final System Installation 4-19

5 JEDI GENERATOR THEORY AND FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 5-1


SECTION 1 THEORY 5-1
1-1 Glossary 5-1
SECTION 2 THEORY PRESENTATION 5-5
2-1 Introduction 5-5
2-2 Standard Features 5-5
2-3 Applications 5-6
2-4 Architecture 5-7

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2-5 A Packaging Architecture 5-9

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (contd.)

CHAPTER PAGE

6 EXCEPTION HANDLING AND ERROR CODES 6-1


SECTION 1 EXCEPTION HANDLING 6-1
1-1 Diagnostics 6-1
1-2 Power-On Diagnostics 6-1
1-3 Live Diagnostics 6-1
1-4 Error Code Structure 6-2
1-5 Simplified Error Code Definition 6-2
1-6 Generator Phase Definition 6-3
1-7 Error Class Definition 6-3
1-8 Error Code Definition 6-4
1-9 Data Associated With The Error Code 6-4
1-10 Number Of Occurrences 6-4
1-11 Date & Time 6-4
SECTION 2 ERROR CODES, DIAGNOSTICS, AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6-5
2-1 Introduction 6-5
2-2 Power On Diagnostics 6-5
2-3 Error Code List 6-7
2-4 Error Reporting 6-10
2-5 Diagnostics 6-11
2-6 Detailed Error Description & Troubleshooting Guide 6-11
2-7 Warning Errors 6-28
2-8 Other Failures 6-29
2-9 Heating Function diagnostics 6-32
2-10 Rotation function Diagnostics 6-33
2-11 Inverter in Short Circuit Diagnostics 6-34
2-12 AEC Diagnostics 6-37
2-13 No Load HV Diagnostics 6-39
2-14 Inverter Gate Command Diagnostics 6-40

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (contd.)

CHAPTER PAGE

7 PLANNED MAINTENANCE 7-1


SECTION 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ACTION LIST 7-1
SECTION 2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE JOB CARDS 7-3

8 RENEWAL PARTS 8-1


SECTION 1 SILHOUETTE VR SYSTEM RENEWAL PARTS LIST 8-1
SECTION 2 JEDI GENERATOR RENEWAL PARTS 8-12
2-1 Introduction 8-12
2-2 JEDI Generator Renewal Parts List 8-12
2-3 FRU Information 8-13
2-4 Jedi 50 R 1T Structure 8-14
2-5 Renewal Parts 8-15
2-6 Cables 8-18
SECTION 3 JEDI GENERATOR DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY 8-20
3-1 Introduction 8-20
3-2 Tools 8-20
HV Tank, 1Tube, 1-3 Phase 8-21
Inverter Mid Power Assembly 8-27
I/F Board RAD 8-37
KV Board RAD 8-39
EMC Board 3 Phases 8-43
AC/DC 3PH Mid Power Assembly 8-47
Inverter Coil Mid Power Assembly 8-51
Capacitor Inverter Assembly 8-57
LV Power Supply 3 Phase Board 8-63
Filament Board 1 INV 8-67
Rotor Board High Speed 8-71
AEC Board Options 8-75

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (contd.)

CHAPTER PAGE

9 SERVICE TOOL JOB CARDS 9-1


Software Download/Upgrade 9-1
Tube Replacement Software Procedure 9-5

10 SCHEMATICS 10-1
SECTION 1 SILHOUETTE VR MIS MAP 10-1
1-1 Jedi 50 R 1T Cabling 10-3
SECTION 2 CENTRAL LISTINGS 10-7
2-1 kv Measure Board 10-7
2-2 Filament Board 1 Inv. 10-9
2-3 Rotation Board High Speed 10-11
2-4 LV Power Supply 3 PH Board 10-13
2-5 Gate Command Board 10-15
2-6 Dual Snub Board 10-17
2-7 kV Control Board 10-19
2-8 AC/DC 3 Phase board 10-21
2-9 I/F Board RAD V1 10-23
2-10 I/F Board RAD v2 10-25
2-11 AEC Board 10-27
2-12 AEC Board V2 10-29
2-13 Test Points 10-29
SECTION 3 SCHEMATICS 10-31
3-1 I/F Board RAD Electrical Schematics 10-37

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REVISION HISTORY
REV DATE REASON FOR CHANGE

A Nov. 9, 1998 Preliminary release.


B Nov. 30, 1998 Reformat manual to follow GEMS-A document conventions.
C Dec. 10, 1998 General updates.
0 Dec. 20, 1998 Initial release.
1 Jan. 28, 1999 Revised chapter 6.
2 Apr. 14, 1999 Revised chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10. Added Ion Chamber installation
and Invasive mA Measurement.
3 June 24, 1999 Revised chapters 2, 3, 4, 7, 10 based on pilot unit installation comments.
4 Jan. 13, 2000 Added Console display malfunction to troubleshooting table
in Ch. 6, Sec. 2-8.
5 Feb. 3, 2000 Added collimator model number 2226682-1.
6 Feb. 16, 2000 Revised job cards IST002, IST004, IST007, IST008. Added pages 2-35 and
2-36. Revised sequence of Other Failures in chapter 6. Revised Renewal
Parts List in chapter 8.
7 Aug. 25, 2000 Revised page 2-3, Jobcard IST003, chapter 3.
8 May. 15, 2001 Revised Jobcard IST003, chapter 2. Add wall stand renewal part, chapter 8.
8 June. 26, 2001 Revised PDU schematics, chapter 10,
Change Transformer part number to 050-1018, chapter 8
9 Jan. 23, 2003 Add note of apply loctite to screws when mounting collimator in page 2-15.
Change renewal part Item #59 in page 8-2.
10 Sept. 16, 2003 Add Job Card for Spanish Language Labels, chapter 2
Revised column installation, chapter 2
Update FRU List
11 Oct. 29, 2004 Update regulatory requirements and add pictures of cassette tray in renewal
parts.
12 Feb.15, 2006 Change the requirements of warning labels.
Add AID Ion Chamber description.
13 Jun.20, 2006 Update warning label to meet HHS requirements in 2-45.
14 Jan.30, 2007 Add MMS Collimator descriptions.
15 Jan 16, 2008 Add detailed safety door and door light connection and collimator screws PM.
16 Jul 25, 2008 Add Note in Chapter 2-17.
16 Jul 25, 2008 Remove Chinese Label Attachment Instruction in Installation in Chapter 2.
16 Jul 25, 2008 Add HHS to SM in Chapter 3.
16 Jul 25, 2008 Updated Language Statement.
16 Jul 25, 2008 Add HHS to SM in Chapter 3.
17 Aug 19, 2011 Revise EMC standard version
18 May 25, 2012 Add Caution in Chapter 2-27.

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LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES

PAGE REVISION PAGE REVISION PAGE REVISION


NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER

Title Page 7 i thru xiv 7 1-1 and 1-4 7


2-1 and 2-36 7 3-1 thru 3-44 7 4-1 thru 4-20 7
5-1 thru 5-10 7 6-1 thru 6-44 7 7-1 thru 7-24 7
8-1 thru 8-74 7 9-1 thru 9-10 7 10-1 thru 10-37 7
Back Page - 2-5 thru 2-9 8 8-2 and 8-9 8
8-1 8 10-31 8 2-15 and 8-2 9
2-11, 2-35 thru 2-37 10 8-2, 8-4, 8-6 thru 8-8 10 v thru ix 11
8-9 11 xvii thru xviii 12 2-45 12
8-2, 8-7, and 8-9 12 xvii thru xviii 13 2-45 13
2-16 13 i thru viii 14 xx 14
xxiii thru xxiv 14 2-35 thru 2-36 14 7-2 14
8-1 thru 8-2 14 8-10 thru 8-11 14 2-32 15
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CHAPTER 1 - BEFORE YOU START

SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
The goal of this document is to guide the service representative through an entire
X-ray room installation and to provide Diagnostic and Calibration information for
troubleshooting and repair.

The following On-site Requirements must be accounted for prior to beginning


installation of the system.

SECTION 2
OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This direction will lead you in a correct sequence through the manuals needed to
install the equipment. Following the suggested sequence will result in an orderly
installation. However, extenuating circumstances may dictate a deviation from
the recommended sequence. Feel free to deviate, but keep track of your
progress by checking off the tasks in the flowchart as you complete them.

Check equipment according to the packing list (Product Delivery Instructions) for
your system.

2-1 Installation Plan

The main steps in the installation plan are easily seen by looking at the Table of
Contents for Chapters 1 through 4. The plan objectives are to:

1. Give a logical installation order which recognizes mechanical and electrical


interface areas

2. Test and adjust each subsystem independently.

To obtain a good overall view of how these objectives are to be achieved review
the Table of Contents for this document before beginning the installation work.
Then, if it is necessary to deviate from the stated plan, you will be aware of the
essential interface areas. This will give you the information required to make
another effective plan which applies to your particular situation.

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2-2 Interconnection

Interconnection of products by furnished cables or contractor supplied wiring is


indicated by numbered MIS runs in the installation sections. Run interconnect
charts are available which describe the connection and function of each wire.

For Silhouette VR system, refer to the following:

Silhouette VR system Cable Maps (Chapter 8)

2-3 Presentation

The procedures in this manual are presented in job card format.

SECTION 3
ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS
3-1 Tools and Test Equipment

There are additional tools and test equipment besides the standard service
representative tool kit which must be available before installing the Silhouette VR
System. Refer to the subsystem sections of this manual for details.

3-2 Documentation

Directions are necessary for correct installation of the Silhouette VR system.


Procedures from each document will be used and reflect the latest information
available at this time.

Not all procedures in this manual apply to all sites. Before you begin installation,
cross out the procedures that do not apply to your site.

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SECTION 4
DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM
The Silhouette VR System is divided into seven basic subsystems:

1) Console 5) X-ray Tube


2) Table Assembly 6) Generator
3) Wall Stand 7) PDU (No Compliance Plate)
4) Collimator

See Table.
TABLE 1
SILHOUETTE VR SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE PLATES
ITEM COMPONENT MODEL NUMBER PLATE TYPE
1 Console 2226519 Identification and Compliance
2 Table Assembly 2226517 Identification and Compliance
3 XJ-2 Wall Stand 2226683 Identification
4 MS-18SN Collimator 220-0115 Identification and Compliance
or or
MMS Collimator 5129405
5 E7240X X-ray Tube (32KW) 2226679 Identification and Compliance
RAD-12 X-ray Tube (50KW) 2226680 Identification and Compliance
6 Generator 2212259-X Identification and Compliance

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CHAPTER 2 - PHYSICAL INSTALLATION

SECTION 1
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE GUIDE

Each system is installed in the sequence that will ensure the safest and most
time efficient installation. The installation sequence performed at most sites is as
follows:

DONE
RECEPTION
STEP CHECK, PERFORM IST 001 JOB CARD
1 UNPACKING
HANDING

INSTALLING
STEP PERFORM IST 002 JOB CARD
THE TABLE
2

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 003 JOB CARD
3 WALL STAND

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 004 JOB CARD
4 COLUMN

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 005 JOB CARD
5 X-RAY TUBE

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 006 JOB CARD
6 CONTROL BOX

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 007 JOB CARD
7 COLLIMATOR

INSTALLING
STEP THE PERFORM IST 008 JOB CARD
8 CABLES AND
WIRES

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APPLY
STEP SPANISH PERFORM IST 009 JOB CARD
9 LABELS

APPLY
STEP CHINESE
10 SYSTEM PERFORM IST 010 JOB CARD
LABEL

Note: If your country requires the product rating plate label to be in the
language of that country, follow the instructions on document
#45474336. Paste the appropriate language label over the English
rating plate. The rating plate labels are: 2379361 (Spanish),
2379361-2 (German), 2379361-3 (French), 2379361-4 (Italian).

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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION JOB CARD

SILHOUETTE VR 1/1 IST 001


subassembly:
purpose: Prepare for installation version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time:2h
to / / to

PREINSTALLATION CHECK
1. Verify all required cable duct work, conduits, and raceways are installed according to Site plans.
Ensure customer supplied cables and wires are in place for connection to the system.
Ensure that High Voltage and power cables are separated from signal cables as much as
possible.
Verify that 3 phase power and ground can be placed in the same trough or conduit.
2. Mark exact positions of components on the floor, wall and/or ceiling.
UNPACKING
The SILHOUETTE VR System is shipped in four crates to facilitate transport and installation. Crate dimensions
and weights are shown in the table below.

Crate and Dimensions and Weight


Content Height Width Length Net Weight(kg) Gross Weight(kg)

mm(inch) mm(inch) mm(inch) kg (lb) kg (lb)


Table Top and Base 930 (366) 1060(417) 2520(992) 200kg 350kg
Tube Stand 740(291) 740(291) 2250(886) 160kg 250kg
Wall Stand 700(276) 900(354) 1400(551) 120kg 170kg
Generator with PDU 550(217) 720(283) 2250(886) 80kg 130kg

Do not discard any packing material such as envelopes, boxes, bags until all parts are
accounted for, compared to the packing list.
Check the mechanical condition and external appearance of all parts for possible damage or
missing items.
The distribution center or factory must be notified immediately of any damage or shortage of
parts.

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subassembly:
purpose: Install the table version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:4
from / / from Time: 1h
to / / to
TABLE ORIENTATION AND INSTALLATION
1. Move the table to position required.
Note: When positioning the table base, please keep the dimension shown in
following drawing.
1. For removing the table top, ensure a is larger than 2600mm(minimum
distance).
2. If wall stand use only 180cm SID b<2640mm.
If wall stand use both 100cm and 180cm SID b<1840mm.

a b

Note: For more dimension, refer to Silhouette VR PIM (Dir:2229353-100)


2. Unpack table base.
3. Remove front cover (2), and the table top from table base (1).
4. Install anchors in the table-base anchor holes (3). Use anchors from anchor bolts
supplied in shipping bag. Drill holes with M8 drill bit for supplied anchor bolts.
5. Move the table base in position over its anchor holes and secure it to the floor
anchor bolts. Leave the bolts loose for leveling and shimming later.
6. Install left-side anchor bolts then install the right-side bolts (3).

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1. Unpack table base. Level the table base and shim as necessary with shims. If possible place shims
close to the anchor bolts. Check longitudinal and transversal leveling with an extended level (such
as a 3-foot or 1 meter level) placed over the table top bearing and film carriage. Do not place level
over bearings at foot end of table. For longitudinal leveling, place the level over the inside portion of
the bearings.
2. After the table base leveling is verified, tighten the anchor bolts, then re-check leveling again and
make final adjustments.
Note: The tabletop bearings are factory adjusted. Make sure the table base is
shimmed to provide a level tabletop frame before making any
adjustments to the table bearings.

3. If the table top is not level, adjust the table top bearings position by a provided spanner.

Bearing Bearing

Provided spanner

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subassembly: Wall Stand
purpose: Install wall stand version no. 2
date: 04/06/01
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 2h
to / / to
Left side wall stand modification

The wall stand factory setting is right side. If the site needs left side wall stand, please
follow this instruction.

Note: If the site doesnt have the Ion-chamber, follow the step 1,2,3,6,7,8,9,14,15,16.

1. Lay down the wall stand on a rack.


2. Remove the front panel of wall stand.

3. Demount grid.

4. Demount the Ion-chamber and pull out the Ion-chamber cable.

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5. Demount the cable-connecting box.


6. Remove the four screws retaining to the frame, and
then turn the frame 180.
Cable-connecting box

Frame

7. Mount the frame onto the column.

8. Move the chin rest from the bottom to the top.

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9. Move the 2 blocks along diagonal to the other


side.

10. Mount the cable-connecting box.

Note: Make sure the cable-connecting box is in


the correct position as shown.

11. Insert the cable, and then connect the cables in the
cable-connecting box.

12. Mount the cable-connecting box cover.

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13. Mount the Ion-chamber.

Note: Make sure the Ion-chamber and the chin rest are
kept in the same centerline.
Make sure the Ion-chamber is in the correct
position as shown.

14. Mount the grid and clamps.

Note: If the site doesnt need the Ion-chamber, turn


over the clamps first, and then mount the grid and Clamp
clamps.

Note: If the site has the Ion-chamber, make sure the


right-hand edge of the grid is closed tightly to the
right-hand edge of the Ion-chamber. Right
Left

15. Mount the front panel.

Top

16. Exchange lock and plastic block.

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Wall Stand Installation Procedure

1. Erect the wall stand.


2. Open the back cover of the wall stand.
3. Remove the transport bolts of the counterweights.
4. If ion chamber is installed, connect the ground wire to the wall stand.
5. Fix the foot panel on the ground with the provided expanding bolts.
THE WALL STAND IS HEAVY. AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED
TO MOVE AND ERECT IT TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR
DANGER
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
THE FLOOR WHERE THE WALL STAND IS INSTALLED MUST BE FLAT
AND LEVEL TO PREVENT THE WALL STAND FROM FALLING DOWN.
6. Install the cassette tray.
7. Balance the counter weight of the cabinet.
8. Assemble the back cover.

Transpor
t Bolts

Ground Point
Foot panel
for grounding
wire

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subassembly: Column
purpose: Install the Column version no. 2
date: 11/09/03
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 30m
to / / to

1. Put the tube forks (19) into the tube stand arm (18) and screw down the three bolts into the tube
stand arm.

Note: In order to let the tube forks keep from damaging during
transportation, the tube forks are disconnected from the tube arm
before transportation and should be installed during the fieldwork.

2. Open the column back cover.


3. Remove the press plate and other stuffing together from the column.
4. Remove the top cover (1) from vertical column (11).
5. Remove the upper stopper (13) of vertical column. Install the tube arm (6) out of the Vertical
Column from the top end of the column and align with outer rail (12).
6. Reassemble the upper stopper with vertical column and reinstall the pulley assembly.
7. Insert the stop bar (17).

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8. Route the steel ropes (4) and pass through the holes of pulley assembly (3) and fix the end on the
tube arm. Place the steel ropes around the pulleys securely.
Screw the bolt into tube arm.
Keep 25 -28 mm bolt outside the tube arm.
Fix the bolt with tube arm by provided nut.
The torque screw the nut should between 20.5 - 27.5 N-m.
9. Reassemble the top cover (1) with vertical column. At the same time install the HV Support (9) with
holder (8) by two screws (7).
10. Raise the top end of the vertical column (11) slightly to ensure the counter weight container (5) has
dropped down and check that the steel ropes have enough tension.
11. If you need to move the column, please put the vertical column onto the special
column dolly (See following) for easy movement.
BEFORE ERECTING THE TUBE STAND, YOU MUST INSERT
THE STOP BAR FOR SAFETY. PLACING THE TUBE STAND IN
DANGER THE UPRIGHT POSITION CAN BE HAZARDOUS BECAUSE IT
IS VERY HEAVY AND AWKWARD TO HANDLE. AT LEAST
TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO ERECT THE TUBE STAND.
ONCE VERTICAL, DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED AS IT CAN
BE EASILY TIPPED.

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Bolt

18

Nut 19

17

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1. Remove the end stop (1) and (2) of the longitudinal side rail (3), then align and install the tube stand
(4) into the rail engaging the upper and lower bearings with the rail bearing guides.
2. Lower or raise the tube stand arm (18) as necessary.
3. Re-assemble the end stop with longitudinal support (3).
4. Fasten the steel ropes with tube arm by hexagon head screw (15) until both of the ropes
tension force is balanced.
5. Slide the tube stand along the entire longitudinal movement and ensure its movement is smooth.

Note: After installing the column, the end stop of the rail must be screwed
down.

4
5

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subassembly: X-ray tube
purpose: Install the X-ray tube version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 15m
to / / to

1. Loosen the lock mechanism (5) of the upper clamp (2) of the tube fork.
2. Remove the upper clamp of the tube fork.
3. Put the X-ray tube (4) on lower support (1) of the tube fork.
4. Reinstall the upper clamp (2) of the tube fork.
5. Puts the tube into normal position (Collimator facing downward) using level gauge. Paste the center
mark onto X-ray tube. Make the tube center marks aiming at 0 degrees of the angle indication label.
Then tighten the lock mechanism.

Note: After installation of the tube, balance the tube arm again.

Center
mark

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subassembly: Control box
purpose: Install Control box version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 15m
to / / to

1. Open the front cover (1) of the control box.


2. Install the control box (2) with L shape support (3).
3. Remove collimator adaptor from collimator by removing two C-clamps.
3. Install L shape support (3) with collimator adapter (4) and additional filter (5) into X-ray tubes (6)
window
5. Tighten both L shape support and collimator adapter with tube, using four screws (7).

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subassembly: Collimator
purpose: Install Collimator version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 15m
to / / to

1. Rotate the tube (1) so the collimator interface plate (bottom side of tube) is facing up.
2. Put the collimator (2) on the collimator adapter.
4. Grasp both sides of collimator (3) then screw and tighten with two hexagon head screws (4).
Note: Apply loctite 242 to the four screws assembling the collimator adapter with tube and the
four hexagon-head screws assembling the collimator with the collimator adapter before
mounting.

adapter

Apply loctite on the screws.


Note: Screws,spring washers
and flat washers used
here should get from the
collimator instead of the
tube.

4. Put the X-ray tube back into position.


5. Put a level gauge on the side of the collimator to check level and shim the table is needed.

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subassembly: Cable
purpose: Connect wires and cables version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
from / / from Time: 3h
to / / to

PREPARING CABLES FOR CONNECTION


1. Place the JEDI Generator on the dolly.
2. Position the dolly at the right side in front of the table at about 200mm (8 inches) distance.
Note: Jedi generator with the dolly is very heavy, so please use the provided
tool to move it. When pushing the dolly into the table, make sure that the
dolly motion route is straight and pay attention not to scrape lacquer on
the table.
If system is equipped with AEC option, perform Job Card 41-2 before
continuing. Job Card 41-2 is located immediately following this Job Card.
3. Use a pair of tools hook the dollys holes across the side of the dolly underpan, then you can move
the Jedi generator assembly conveniently.
Before hooking the dollys side hole, disassemble the Jedi-PDU
CAUTION upper cover, because it may pinch your hand between the cover
and the hooks handle.

Jedi
Generator

Dolly

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CONTROL BOX CABLE CONNECTION

1. Open the cover of the control box.


2. Plug cables into the corresponding ports.
3. Connect the cables to the junction board.

1. Collimator power
2. X-ray tube rotation
3. Tube arm
movement
4. Column movement
control cables

Column movement
Control cable

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CONTROL BOX CABLE CONNECTION

PDU HAS 120V POWER EVEN WHEN THE CONSOLE


DANGER POWER IS TURNED OFF BUT CIRCUIT BREAKER IS IN
THE ON POSITION.

5. Table power
supply cable

Table power
supply cable

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ANODE ROTATION STARTUP CABLE CONNECTION

Note: Both cables in table side and tube side must be grounded.

6. Anode rotation
Hot startup cable
protection Ground place
cable

Note: According different X-ray tube, the anode rotation startup cable
connection style at the tube side is different. See following.
32KW (TOSHIBA X-RAY TUBE) 50KW (VARIAN X-RAY TUBE)
Anode rotation Tube anode Anode rotation Tube anode
startup cable connector startup cable connector
Mark Mark Mark Mark
C 1 C 5
M 2 M 4
A 3 A 3
SW 5 SW 1
SW 6 SW 2
E Housing Ground E Housing Ground
Shield Housing Ground Shield Housing Ground

TOSHIBA VARIAN
X-RAY TUBE X-RAY TUBE

Ground place

Anode rotation
startup cable

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GENERATOR, CONSOLE COMMUNICATION CABLE CONNECTION

7. Console
communication
connector

Generator
communication
connector

Note: Affix proper language X-ray Warning label, if required, to front of


console.

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CONSOLE POWER CABLE CONNECTION

8. Console power
cable connector

Console
power cable
connection

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AEC1 CABLE CONNECTION

9. AEC1

10. AEC2 (optional)

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H.V. CABLE CONNECTION (GENERATOR SIDE)

Note: Apply silicon grease on both sides of plugs before connecting the high
voltage plug!!

Use special high voltage cable spanner wrench to tighten the high
voltage connector plugs.
Make sure plugs are secure and will not loosen!
Note: Do not use supplied O-rings (black) on the high voltage transformer end.
O-ring is integrated in the high voltage tank.
Note: Do not use the supplied cable end gasket with the 3 holes. Only use
silicone grease for insulation.

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H.V. CABLE CONNECTION (TUBE SIDE)

1. Power up SILHOUETTE VR.


2. Press the VERT or ALL button on the Control box to lower the cross arm on the table top, then
release the button to lock the cross arm into position.
3. Plug in and tighten the H.V. cable of the X-ray tubes anode.
4. Plug in and tighten the H.V. cable of the X-ray tubes cathode.
1. Pay attention to the polarity of the X-ray tube. Incorrect
connection will destroy the tube.
CAUTION
2. The tube model shown below is Toshiba E7240X, the right side is
anode and the left side is cathode.

3. For Varian RAD-12, the right side is cathode and the left side is
anode.

Cathode cable

Anode cable

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SYSTEM POWER CABLE CONNECTION

Note: PDU power cable is supplied by customer.

13.Wall power

1. If incomming power cable wire is 10 mm or smaller in diameter, connect


incomming power cables to PDU TM1 DIN connector.

If incomming power cable wire is larger than 10 mm in diameter, connect the


incomming power cables to the top of the main circuit breaker.

Ensure power settings on PDU are set correctly to match wall


power. Incorrect settings may damage equipment. Refer to PDU
CAUTION schematics (Chapter 8) for details.

2. Set the line voltage taps on T1 and T2 on the back of the PDU. Ensure to set
both T1 and T2 to the voltage that is closest to the incomming line voltage.

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WALL STAND GROUNDING CABLE CONNECTION

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INSTALL HAND SWITCH

15. Hand Switch


Connector

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CONTROL BOX CABLE CONNECTION

Note: This cable must be bound separately from the other cables.

Table power
supply cable

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CABLE BINDING

1. Check that all cables are connected correctly, including room interfaces to room door and X-ray on
light. For safety door: connect connector J7s pin1 and pin2; for door light: connect connector J7s
pin4 and pin6; Maximum Ratings for Door Light Power: 250V/2A. See schematic on page 10-1 for
details on plug J7.
2. Bind all cables in the down position.
3. Cover the PDU.

Mounting
Plate

Roller

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CONTROL BOX CABLE CONNECTION
Note: Collimator and rotational brake cables must be bound separately from
other cables.

1. Install cables into cable hanger.


2. Wrap H.V., rotation, and collimator cables together with cable tie.
3. Ensure the cross arm and tube rotate movement is smooth.

cable
hanger

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H.V. CABLE ALIGNMENT
Note: The excess cable should be put out of the table and put in proper place.
If needed, coil the excess cable. For safety and maintenance, all cables
should be wrapped and fixed securely.

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subassembly: Spanish Language Labels
purpose: Field paste Spanish label version no. 0
date: 16/06/03
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 15min
to / / to
Note: For Systems installed at Spain, the Spanish language labels must be applied on sites to cover
the English description area on the English labels attached at the factory.
1. Pick up the plastic package marked 2382369 from Accessories crate #4, box 4-1.
2. Attach the Spanish labels to cover the description area of the English labels on the subassemblies according
to the forms below.
Form1 Spanish Label Package (Part No. 2382369) Contents
Note: For backup, the quantity of the labels are more than the least number needed to be
applied.
Item Label Part Quantity Applied Subassembly
# Number
1 2382338 9 Table
Wall Stand
PDU
System Console
2 2382342 2 Collimator
3 2382343 2 X-ray Tube (RAD12)
4 2382345 2 X-ray Tube (Toshiba)
5 2382344 2 System
6 5212873 2 MMS Collimator

Form2 Spanish Label Designation


DESIGNATION Table Wall Stand PDU
SPANISH LANGUAGE 2382338 2382338 2382338
LABELS PART NO.
LOCATION OF NAME PLATE

LOCATION OF SPAIN
LANGUAGE LABELS

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DESIGNATION System console Collimator / X-ray Tube (RAD12)
MMS Collimator
SPANISH LANGUAGE 2382338 2382342 / 5212873 2382343
LABELS PART NO.
LOCATION OF NAME PLATE

LOCATION OF SPAIN
LANGUAGE LABELS

DESIGNATION X-ray Tube (Toshiba) System


SPANISH LANGUAGE 2382345 2382344
LABELS PART NO.
LOCATION OF NAME PLATE

LOCATION OF SPAIN
LANGUAGE LABELS

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JOB CARD IST JEDI 41-2 - AEC BOARD OPTION INSTALLATION


Time: 0 h 20 min - Personnel: 1 field engineer 1 of 3

1 SUPPLIES
The following items are supplied:
AEC board
1 flat cable
6 screws

2 TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

DANGER
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN POWER IS OFF.
APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN
MANIPULATING INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.
To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

4 PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139 POUNDS). TWO


WARNING
PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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5 DISASSEMBLY

5-1 Remove the Auxiliary Unit


1.. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the ground cable on 4 6
the top of the generator 1 .
1
2.. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws 2 holding the
Auxiliary Unit 4 on the support plate 5 .
2
3.. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing, between the 5
Auxiliary Unit 4 and the Interface Unit 6 .
4.. Remove the Auxiliary Unit 4 .

3
5.. After removing the Auxiliary Unit, the Interface Unit appears.
Release the flat ribbon cable 7 , making it sliding along the
cover panel 8 of the Interface Unit. 4 6

6.. Unscrew twelve 5.5 mm screws that retain the cover


panel and remove this one 8 .
8

7
5-2 AEC Board Installation

1. Mount the AEC board to the plate with six screws

2. Connect the flat cable to connector J5 on the AEC board


and to J3 on the I/F RAD Board.

3. Join connector J1 on AEC board to AEC 2 on bracket

4. Join connector J2 on AEC board to AEC1 on bracket

5. Join connector 6,35 to TP1 on AEC board

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6. Join connector 6,35 to TP2 on AEC board


7. Remember to connect cable from ionization chambers to AEC1 and AEC 2.

AEC board

J5
J1
J2
Rad I/F board
TP1
TP2

6 REASSEMBLY
Remount the Auxiliary Unit. Reverse the disassembly procedure (refer to section 51).

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/2
subassembly: Ion Chamber version no. 1
purpose: Ion Chamber Option Installation date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 30min.
to / / to
1. Unpack the table top.
2. Loosen the screw (1) and remove the pressing plate (2), the grid (3) and the cassette tray.
3. Install the Pre-amplifier and the cable.
Note: Pay attention to the assembling direction of the ion chamber. The correct
direction is shown as below.

Pre-

Filt

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subassembly: Ion Cahmber version no. 1
purpose: Ion Chamber Option Installation date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 30min.
to / / to
4. Install the ion chamber (4).
5. Reassemble the cassette tray, grid, pressing plate and tighten the screw.
6. Reassemble the tabletop.

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subassembly: Wall Stand Ion Chamber version no. 1
purpose: Wall Stand Ion Chamber Installation date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 1 hour
to / / to
1. Open the front cover of the cassette tray.
2. Remove the cassette tray and grid.
3. Connect the ion chamber pre-amplifier according to the following picture.

Cable Entrance

4. Install the cassette tray.


5. Reassemble Ion chamber and grid.
Note: Pay attention to the direction of the ion chamber.

6. Install as Job card IST003 steps 3 to 8.

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subassembly: Grid version no. 1
purpose: Assembly grid date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 20 min.
to / / to

1. Loosen the screws fixed left and right clamps.


2. Put the grid under the clamps.
Note: Ensure the grid direction is parallel with the patient support center line.

3. Make the grid upside clsoe up the baffle and the left side close up the bar under the left clamp, then
push the right clamp towards the grid to clamp it.
4. Fasten the screws again.

Baffle

Grid

Left clamp Right clamp

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subassembly: Warning Label version no. 3
purpose: Field paste warning label date: 20/6/2006
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 2 min.
to / / to

Note: Silhouette VR is sold to different country, so field engineer need to paste


warning label according to local regulation.

There are three type of warning labels delivered as accessories. They apply to different
countries. See following:

Paste the warning label to the right bottom of the console as shown below

Warning label example

Warning label

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CHAPTER 3 - CONFIGURATION AND CALIBRATION

SECTION 1
JOB CARD CONTENT
Job card Content Version Page
Number
CAL 001 Collimator Calibration 0 3-1
CAL 002 HHS Test Calibration 0 3-4
SW JEDI 7-1 Service Software User Guide 0 3-5
SW JEDI 5-1 Tube Configuration 0 3-15
SW JEDI 8-4 Receptor Programming 0 3-17
SW JEDI 8-2 Automated AEC Calibration 0 3-25
SW JEDI 8-5 Checksum Validation 0 3-37

SECTION
JOB CARDS

SILHOUETTE VR 1/3 CAL 001


subassembly: Collimator Calibration
purpose: version no. A
date: 15/10/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
None

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COLLIMATOR CALIBRATION
Note: For a newly installed Silhouette VR system, the center of Projection of
the Collimator Orientation board compared to the center of the chest
cassette may be not the same. In this case (Illustration 1), the orientation
board of the collimator should be calibrated to the right place.

Projection
Center
Windage

Cassette

Illustration 1 Projection of the Collimator Orientation board

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PROCEDURE
Adjustment of the Collimator Orientation Board

See Illustration 2

Illustration 2 Collimator Orientation Board Assembly

Adjust
Press
Plate

Collimator
Orientation
Board

1. Rotate the Collimator to the Chest Stand.


2. Light the Collimator lamp.
3. Loosen the press plate.
4. Adjust the Collimator Orientation board to the right direction.
Adjust the projection center and the cassette center to one point
Adjust the windage angulation to 0.
5. Screw down the press plate again.

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subassembly: HHS Test Calibration

Purpose: Version no. 1


Date: 07/25/2008
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:30m
to / / to

Installers must indicate that the combination of installed HHS Certified Components is compatible on Form F3382
provided in Direction 46-013894, System Field-Test For HHS.

Silhouette VR HHS Compliance Compatibility List

PRODUCT PRODUCT DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER


CATEGORY

SYSTEM CONSOLE 2226519


X-RAY CONTROL

Generator 2212259-X

X-RAY TUBE
ASSEMBLY
HOUSING E7240X X-ray Tube (32KW) 2226679
(CASING) RAD-12 X-ray Tube (50KW) 2226680

MS-18SN Collimator 2226682


BEAM LIMITING
DEVICE Or Or

MMS Collimator 5129405

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subassembly: Service Software User Guide
purpose: Software Installation version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with floppy drive
- Service tools Part No. 2228546-X
- JEDI service software
- 9-wire service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
Basic knowledge of PC based computer laptop, DOS and usage of Microsoft WINDOWS.

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PROCEDURE

LOADING SERVICE SOFTWARE ON SERVICE LAPTOP

The Service software is a DOS application. It can operate under DOS or Windows; but for software
download or database backup, it is required to run ASIAN.exe under DOS to avoid
communication problem (with the mouse, click on START, SHUTDOWN, RESTART COMPUTER
UNDER DOS MODE; see Software Download / Upgrade JobCard).

To load the software on to the hard drive:


Power ON Service laptop. Under Windows, run the File Manager (Explorer))
Create a new directory (e.g.: JEDISVC) under C:\
Insert the Service Software floppy delivered with the equipment in the Service Tool set into the floppy drive.
Copy all the files from the floppy to your hard drive.
(Double click on A:\, drag and drop on C:\ JEDISVC or whatever name of your directory.)

Double click the file JEDP424B expanding the software to your hard drive.
The service software is installed and ready for use.

USING SERVICE SOFTWARE


Connect Service terminal as follows:

Use the 9 pin Service cable, part N 2207478, to connect serial line of Service terminal to connector XJ8
on the I/F board.
Switch on the Service terminal.
To run the program:
Under Windows:
- Exit Windows. Restart computer in MS-DOS mode.
- select Disk Drive from where you want to run the program: C: [enter]
- change to the new directory
- type: ASIAN [enter] to run the program

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The following screen appears:

Power ON the generator


Press function key F1
The following screen appears:

The software will load the help screen information contained in Asiane .msg file.

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Wait or press space bar to jump to screen.

The Application screen will appear:

English text Version 1.2 is


displayed 5 sec., then display
shows the last used parameters.

Note: If the serial line to the generator is not operating (e.g.: cable not correctly
connected, I/F or kV Control board down, Generator not ready or
powered OFF), further screens will not be displayed and no function keys
will operate. Correct this problem before continuing.

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SILHOUETTE VR 5/10 SW JEDI 7-1

TYPICAL SCREEN DESCRIPTION

1 : Area for Parameters, Error codes. Controlled by JEDI Software.

Display of exposure parameters setup in Application mode, depending on technique selection: kV,
mAs, mA, Exposure time. (max. number of exposure in sequence, not used on Rad product.)
Specific display in Maintenance Mode (Alt S or Alt D).
2 : Status area. Displayed by Service Software, Enlighten or blinking key
controlled by JEDI Software.
Display of function keys usable with menu displayed. Commands are remembered in help area 4

Right arrow: Increase kV Left arrow: Reduce kV


F1: Set 2 points mode
F2: Set 3 points mode
F3: Increase mA or mAs (3 points or 2 F4: Decrease mA or mAs (3 points or 2
points) points)
F5: Increase Exposure Time F6: Decrease Exposure Time

F9: Darkness correction + (w/t AEC Cell) F0 (F10): Darkness correction - (w/t
AEC Cell)
Lit when thermal Error or impossible
limit is reached selection
Lit during exposure
Lit when ready for Lit during exposure
exposure

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3 : Select Technique, Screen film pairs, AEC cell, ...


Keys always displayed, but will be active depending on configuration and technique selection.
Includes help command.
1...4: Select workstation, whenever programmed in service menu TECH.
0: select Large focus 9: select Small focus
A, B, C: Select screen film pair (Whenever programmed)
A: Slow speed B: Medium speed C: High speed
D, E, F: Select cell in AEC (Whenever programmed)
D: Left cell E: Central cell F: Right cell
R: to Reset whenever error U: Toggle fast or normal kV change.
occurs
Z: to display in area (1) the measured exposure parameters when DISP in menu 5 is set ON.
APR valid: enlighten when the display in area (1) is valid for recording in Customized protocols. (Not
used in RAD)

4 : Area for Static Help, related to screen in Service Mode.


Displayed by Service Software.
Selecting Maintenance and Application Mode; major keys

FROM PROCEDURE TO
APPLICATION MODE Type <ALT> - <S > (Together) SETUP/MAINTENANCE MODE
MENU 3
APPLICATION MODE Type <ALT> - <D > (Together) SETUP/MAINTENANCE MODE
LAST MENU OR SUB-MENU
selected.
SETUP/MAINTENANCE From any menu, type <R > (several APPLICATION MODE
MODE times if necessary) or <Q >

[Q] Return to application mode


[R] Return to a higher level menu
[W] Validate
[ALT] & [S] (Together) Calibration mode (Menu 3)
[ALT] & [D] Calibration mode (Last menu called)
[ ] and [ ] In maintenance mode, to move through menus
[F1] to [F0] Function keys with action based on context.
Other keys Based on context. Main function recalled in the
screen and also in JobCards wherever used.

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Service Menu Tree Breakdown


Type [ALT] & [S] (Together) to go to Maintenance Menus (MENU 3)
Type [ ] and [ ] keys to select a menu.
Illustration 1 shows the relationship between the Maintenance Mode menus and the function keys used to
access those menus.
To return to a higher level, key in [R]
The darkened menus are used for Generator and room setup (Configuration and Calibration): menu 3,
4, 5.

Menu 3 is used to Configure the system


Menu 4 is used to calibrate AEC mode (Automatic Exposure Control)
Menu 5 is used to perform Checksum

Menu 1 is used to perform generator test and diagnostics.

Menu 2 is used to enter Date and Time, view/clear error log, and view/clear tube and generator
recorded tracking Data.

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Illustration 1 - Service Menu Tree Breakdown

MENU 1
[F1] [F3] [F5] [F7]
HEAT ANOD HIGH AEC

AUTO, AUTO,
3,4,5 3k, 9k

NoLD GATE ShC


CD INV
Tst Tst

MENU 2
[F3] [F5] [F7]
LIST NEXP DATE

MENU 3
[F1] [F5]
TECH MODE

MENU 4
[F5] [F7]
AEC CAL

[F1] [F3] [F5] [F9]


KVEF KG KTIME KF

MENU 5
[F1] [F7]
RAMS Vx Px.x DSPL

[F1] [F3]
CKS MCL

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Sub-Menu Summary Description


1.. Configuration - MENU3
TECH: programming workstation, technique parameters.
MODE: Select Renard or Normal scale for kV selection.
(See Workstation Parameter JobCard).
2.. Calibration - MENU4
AEC: To set parameters if known, or modify them manually.
CAL: To calibrate Automatic Exposure Control, for each AEC chamber and Screen-film
combination.
(See JobCard Automated AEC calibration)
3.. Ram - MENU5
RAMS: NVRAm operation & display:
- CKSM: To update Checksum after configuration, calibration, parameter change. (See Job
Card Checksum Validation)
- MCLR: Clear NVRam memory. Normally not to be used, unless specifically instructed.
Note: Do not use if Data Base backup has not been performed previously.

Vx Px.x: Display generator software version (e.g. P3.3)


DSPL: In Maintenance Mode, to display parameter after exposure using key [Z]
4.. Utilities - MENU2
LIST: To display last recorded error codes (up to 64)
- Last error is viewed with Date and Time
- Function keys allow to scroll down and up
- [Z] to get back to the last recorded error
- Same consecutive error are counted Up in the same line
- [^H ], and [W] to clear error log
NEXP: To view/clear tube and generator recorded tracking Data. Clear must be performed only
when replacing X-Ray tube. Meaning of each parameter is found in Tube Replacement
JobCard.
DATE: To enter / modify the date and time.

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5.. Diagnostics - MENU1


HEAT: To exercise Heater/filament function.
- Auto: run fixed current on both filament (if 2 filaments) in sequence on selected tube (If
more than 1).
- L or S: run 3, 4, or 5 Amps on Large or Small Focus.
ANOD: To exercise Rotor function.
- Auto: run rotation cycle in Low Speed then High Speed (If allowed by configuration) on
selected tube. (If more than 1)
- 3k: run one cycle acceleration, hold, break in Low Speed on selected tube (If more than 1)
- 9k: run one cycle acceleration, hold, break in High Speed (If allowed by configuration) on
selected tube (If more than 1)
HIGH: To exercise High Voltage function.
- NoLD: To troubleshoot HV problem, without mA nor rotation with or without X-Ray tube.
Test is run from 80 to max. kV, adjustable from 1 to 60 sec.
- Gate CD Test: to verify operation of the gate command board on the Inverter. Test is run
during 10 sec. At 0 kV.

Note: Requires manual set up. Read related information in diagnostics section.

- ShC INV Tst: To verify operation of inverter with inverter in short circuit. Test is run during
100 msec. At 0 kV.

Note: Requires manual set up. Read related information in diagnostics section.

AEC: To verify operation of AEC board. Refer to diagnostics section.

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subassembly: Tube Configuration
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with floppy drive.
- Service tools Part No. 2228546-X
- JEDI Service Software
- 9-wire Service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
The service terminal must be configured and software installed (refer to Service Software User Guide
Job Card).

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PROCEDURE

Load Software according to tube present in the installation


Two database are available on the JEDI Service Software supplied in Service Tools:

- one for 32 kW tube: type DRX 1724, File = E32_1724.mx


- one for 50 kW tube: type RAD 12, File = E50RAD12.mx

Load the file corresponding to the tube present in the installation from Service Terminal. Refer to Job
Card Back-up and Restore Database Setup Parameters.

Verify
According to the tube used in the installation, verify:

1.. If 32 kW database loaded for tube DRX 1724


- The maximum mA displayed on the console must be 400 mA for 80 kV.
2.. If 50 kW database loaded for tube RAD 12
- The maximum mA displayed on the console must be 630 mA for 80 kV.

DO NOT USE 32 KW DATABASE FOR 50 KW TUBE OR 50 KW


WARNING FOR 32 KW TUBE.

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subassembly: Receptor Programming
purpose: Receptor Parameters version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

Note: The word Workstation is incorrectly used and displayed in the JEDI
software screens. Workstation actually refers to the word Receptor.

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with floppy drive
- JEDI service software
- 9-wire service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The JEDI is factory preprogrammed. Therefore, even if the data appears to correspond to the pre-
programming, it must be confirmed. For example, AEC enable, wall bucky enable must be confirmed.

PREREQUISITES
Service terminal must be configured and software installed. Refer to Software Job Card Service
Software User Guide.

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PROCEDURE

Introduction

Receptor programming uses function keys indicated on screen for the following :
receptor select,
tube select,
define nominal number of exposures for 2-point mode operation,
AEC : types of chamber and number of pickup fields in each,
screen-film combination select, (if only one Select A).

Calling the Subroutine

Call TECH (setup mode, menu 3, function key [F1]).

MENU3 TECH MODE


-> F1 F5

<-

R : Return Q : Exit

************** MENU3 **************

TECH : Select Workstation


MODE : Renard

Illustration 1 - Setup Mode, Menu 3

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Parameter Selection

Note: Any new parameters created must be stored in the installation report (same as Illustration 3).
1.. Receptor Selection
OFF No selection
SPE * Anatomic (for RF room)
DIR* Anatomic (for RAD room)
POMU Wall-mounted Bucky (i.e. SG50 or SG70)
SETE Spot-film device technique on remote-controlled table (i.e. Prestilix 1600)
TOPO Tomography Bucky
TOSE Tomography spot-film device technique
POTA Table-mounted Bucky
PULM Pulmorapid
CHAN Film changer
TOCO Special tomographic applications
SECO Spot-film device technique on conventional table
NUME Digital mode
TONU Digital tomography

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select.


* For RAD
TECH 1 = DIR
TECH 2 = POTA (TABLE BUCKY with moving grid) or DIR (if fixed grid).
TECH 3 = POMU (with moving grid) or DIR (if fixed grid) or OFF (if no Wall Bucky)

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Nominal number
Receptor Tube Tomo tech & time of exposures Type of AEC
In 2-point mode

Illustration 2 - receptor Menu

2.. Tube Selection

T1 Tube 1 only
3.. Select the number of nominal exposures for 2-point mode operation.

Suggested values are given below:

DIR N = 2 POTA N = 2
POMU N = 2

Use function keys [F5] and [F6] to select.


4.. Selection of Exposure Chamber

IN1 Ionization chamber 1 (for Table Bucky Receptor POTA).


IN2 Ionization chamber 2 (for Wall Bucky Receptor on - POMU).

Select AEC in or out using function keys [F7] et [F8]. Each chamber corresponds to a specific
technique, i.e. POMU and POTA.

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5.. Control Console Function Key assignment

Function keys are assigned using the alphanumeric keyboard ([1] corresponds to function key 1,
etc., up to 8). Use the shift key for numbers 0 to 9.

With the RAD Console only four techniques are available.

The technique selected is shown in reverse video in zone 3.


6.. Selection of screen-film combination used

Keys [A], [B] and [C] are used to select the first, second and third screen-film combinations,
respectively.

The combination selected is displayed in reverse video in zone 2.

Press the key again to cancel a selection.

One combination is always selected. Select Key A for the RAD used screen film combination.
7.. Selection of Number of Pickup Fields

The number of pickup fields of the exposure chamber selected for AEC Mode with ionizing chamber
or II must be keyed in:

[D] middle pick-up field (one),


[F] three pick-up fields.

The number of pick-up fields is displayed in reverse video in zone 3.


8.. Validation

Use [W] to validate all values for a given function appearing on the screen.

Renard or Normal Scale for kV Selection


1.. Go to Service Mode, and call Menu 3 using the arrows on the keyboard.
2.. Call MODE by pressing F5.
3.. Select NORMAL or RENARD Scale by pressing F5.
4.. Hit W to confirm.

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Date & Time


To enter the Date and Time:

1.. Go to Service Mode, and call Menu 2 using the arrows on the keyboard.
2.. Call DATE by pressing F7.
3.. Enter date (MM DD YYYY) via numeric keypad.
4.. Hit W to confirm.
5.. Hit F1.
6.. Enter time (HH MM) via numeric keypad.
7.. Hit W to confirm.

When replacing the battery in the CPU Board, clear the yearcounter display on the righthand side via
F7 and F9 to confirm.

Anytime programming is modified, checksum must be


NOTICE validated (refer to Calibration Job Card Checksum
Validation).

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RECEPTOR SELECT

FUNCTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

RECEPTOR DIR POTA POMU OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

TUBE T1 T1 T1

NUMBER OF
EXPOSURES IN 2 2 2
2-POINT MODE

TOMOGRAPHIC
UNIT USED:
Y1
T1 N N N
Y2
T2
Y3
T3
Y4
T4
Y5
T5

TYPE
OF OUT IN1 IN2
CHAMBER

mA PLATEAU
TIME FOR - - - - -
1-POINT MODE

EXTERNAL
RECEPTOR NO NO NO
COMMAND*

SCREEN-FILM
COMBINATIONS
1
A A
2

NUMBER OF
PICK-UP - 3 3 Number of cells used
FIELDS in AEC
MODE RENARD OR NORMAL kV SELECTION

Illustration 3 - Receptor Parameters (Example for RAD with Wall Bucky and two ionisation chambers)

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subassembly: Automated AEC Calibration
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:1h
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- sensitometer
- densitometer
- set of five plexiglass plates (5 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm)
For 5 cm, it is 2 inches
OR

- a plastic bucket with a minimum height of 25 cm (for water)


- Service Terminal with Floppy Drive
- JEDI service software Part No. 2216253.
- 9-wire service cable Part No. 2207478.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Standard precautions for work with ionizing radiation.

PREREQUISITES
- Working knowledge of service terminal and installed software (see Calibration Job Card Setup
for Generator Calibration),
- Service terminal must be configured and software installed,
- Workstation configuration done (see Calibration Job Card Workstation Parameter),
- AEC option must be installed (refer to AEC board installation Job Card).

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PROCEDURE

Development Equipment

Check development Equipment


- Check that the automatic processor is available
- Check that solution concentrations and temperatures comply with the manufacturers
specifications.
- Plot a sensitometrics curve to determine the gamma value of the film and to assess solution
quality
- All the gray scale levels should be visible, and the base fog should not exceed 0.2 for the
development equipment to be correct.

Note: This procedure normally requires a sensitometer. If this is not available, proceed as follows :
- run 2 exposures, using the same screen-film combination but with different mAs settings, mAs(f1)
and mAs(f2).
- develop and measure the density d of each, d(f1) and d(f2). (Measured optical densities must be
between 1.0 and 2.0)
- use the formula below to determine gamma :
- gamma = ( d(f2) - d(f1) ) / log10 (mAs(f2)/mAs (f1))
- if gamma is not between 2 and 3 change or renew the solution

Preliminary Remarks
1.. All calibrations must be performed with a source to image receptor distance between 0.8m and
1.2m.
2.. Center the phantom over the middle pickup tube field.
3.. A calibration procedure has to be performed for each combination of ionization chamber and
screen-film.
4.. If the same screen-film combinations are used for several ionization chambers (e.g. positionner and
bucky), adjust the positionner chamber first, and adust KG only for the other chambers.
For known screen-film combination or ionization chamber, KVEF, KT and KG could be entered with
MENU4 AEC (F5 key). REFER to Calibration JOB card "SERVICE SOFTWARE USER GUIDE .

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Principle

The automation of this calibration is to use the optical density entered after one exposure or four
exposures to predict and propose the parameter for the next exposures. This leads to a reduction in the
number of exposures to run to find mAs, kV and reference AEC for a given optical density.

INIT
KVEF acquisition screen

Select ionization chamber


Select screen-film combination

Run kvef calibration

Select screen-film combination


If needed run
Ktime calibration
Run kvef calibration

If needed run If needed run


Format calibration Ktime calibration

Yes other screen-film ? Yes


other screen-film ?
(2more possible)
No
No
Other ionization chamber ?
(3 more possible) Yes

Select ionization chamber


No

Run grid calibration

Other ionization chamber ? Yes

No
END

Note: If an error occurs during exposure, reset by pressing key Z - redo the exposure.
- To redo an exposure after entering the optical density, enter o for optical density and
redo the exposure.
- To clear optical density, press and hold down the CTRL key, press the H key and enter
the new optical density.

Note: You should back-up the database after all calibration have been done. Refer to Jobcard "Back
up and Restore ".

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KVEF Adjustment

Initialisation

KVEF is the main compensation coefficient for film darkening : its value varies significantly with kV
The MENU4 F7 key of the laptop service enters the calibration menu.

AEC1 1 0,00V L 80kV 10mAs 15cm OD= 0,00

Ionization Exposure AEC Focus Kilovolt mAs Plexi or Water Optical


Chamber Number Reference Thickness Density
In this step, the available keys have the following function :
- <- or -> keys to select the ionization chamber to be calibrated
- F1/F2 keys to select the exposure number
- F3/F4 keys to select the focus (generally Large Focus)
- F5/F6 keys to select the kV
- F7/F8 keys to select the mAs in Renard scale
- F9/F10 keys to select plexi or water thickness
- 0 to 9 keys to enter the optical density (target or measured)
- A, B or C key to select screen film type(slow, medium, fast) (if only one screen-film, select A key)
T key to select and modify target density
The first proposed exposure is 80kV, 10mAs, 15cm of plexi or water thickness. Exposure time is
calculated to be closest as possible from 100ms, according to the thermal status.
The selected screen/film key flicker.

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KVEF Parameter Acquisition

Refer to the flow diagrams in Illustration 1, Illustration 2 and Illustration 3.


Press Key F7 in Menu 4
Choose screen film to be calibrated with Key A, B or C
Key A, B or C flickers

Operator : Enter a targeted optical


density (generally 1), with key T
and validate with W key

Illustration 1 - KVEF Parameter Acquisition flow diagram

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A
Software : first kV step 80kV or next kV step (selected by Key F5-F6
(steps are 80kV, 100kV, max kV, 40kV and 60kV)
Operator : Start a serie of exposures for this kV step
Keys a & B are flickering

Software : thickness proposal for the serie


Operator : Insert plexi thickness in the XRAY beam

Software : mAs proposal


(Operator : Can modify mAs according
to the sensitivity/mAs chart)

Operator : Insert casset (24x30) in spot film

Operator : Perform exposure

Operator : After having performed the


exposure, process the film and
measure the resultant optical density

Operator : Enter the resultant optical density


for each exposure and validate with W key

Software :Try to calculate mAs0 for targeted optical


density. When found, with previous exposure
recorded, V key flickers and screen film keylights ON

NO
Is V flickering ?

YES
Operator : Valid the kV step with V key when flickered

Operator : Display final values kvref, kV,


mAS, thickness, target optical density

NO YES
Screen key light on?
B

Illustration 2 - KVEF Parameter Acquisition flow diagram (continued)

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End of kvef calibration. If first screen-film See descriptions of time and grid
calibration , select, if needed, time calibrations below

next screen-film calibration

Illustration 3 - KVEF Parameter Acquisition flow diagram (continued)

1. Press T key and input Destination Density, then validates it with W key. Pressing T key deselect
Destination Density. Run the first exposures proposed by the software, develop the films and
measure the optical density. For each exposure, the software records the AEC signal from the
ionization chamber. The operator then selects the exposure number with F1/F2 keys, enters the
associated read optical density with key pad, and validates it with W key.
Note: There is no Beep during the exposure! The laptop Icon will light during X-ray.
2. When the optical densities have been entered, the software calculate the parameters for the next
exposure regarding the result of the previous ones (AEC signal from ionization chamber and optical
density).
3. The operator should run the next exposure proposed by the software, develop the film and measure
the optical density. The operator then selects the exposure number with F1/F2 keys and enters the
associated read optical density with the keypad, and validates it with the W key. The software
records the AEC signal from the ionization chamber. At each optical density entered, the software
evaluates if those values permit it to find the mAs0, which provides the target density for this
screen-film combination and the kV. When the mAs0 is found, the software calculates the KVEF
associated, then the V key starts to flicker to ask the operator to validate the calibration by pressing
the V keystroke.
4. Select another kV and repeat the previous operation for all kV steps
Note: Dont forget to change the phantom thickness when changing kV settings!
When all kV values are calibrated, the software extend the result and calculates the equivalent mAs (for
an optical density equal to the target value) to the kV,mA plan.
At the end of the first screen-film KVEF calibration , the operator selects the KT time calibration with the
V key after the V key has been illuminated.

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K Time Parameter Acquisition (Exposure Time Correction)

AEC1 1 0,00V L 80kV 10mAs 15cm OD= 0,00

Ionization Exposure AEC Focus Kilovolt mAs Plexi or Water Optical


Chamber Number Reference Thickness Density
In this step, the available keys have the following function :
- F1/F2 keys to select the exposure number
- 0 to 9 keys to enter the optical density (target or measured)
The operator could by-pass this calibration in depressing V key again.
The software uses the KVEF calibration to find the thickness for the first KTIME exposures : if the mAs
for 80kV, 15cm of plexi or water thickness are lower than 32mAs, the software calculates the necessary
plexi or water thickness to obtain more than 32 mAs. The calculated plexi or water thickness is
displayed.

1. Set the plexi or water thickness indicated on the Service Terminal display
2. Run the proposed exposures (0.5s) develop the film and measure the optical density for each image.
The operator then selects the exposure number with F1/F2/ keys, and enters the associated read
optical density with key pad, and validates it with W key. Repeat the operation for the other proposed
exposures (1s, 2s, 3.2s)
3. If the mAs for 80kV, 15cm of plexi or water thickness is greater than 2.5mAs, the software calculates
the necessary plexi or water thickness to obtain less than 2.5 mAs. The calculated plexi or water
thickness is displayed..
4. Set the the plexi or water thickness indicated on the Service Terminal display
5. Run the proposed exposure (10ms), develop the film, measure the optical density, enter and validate
the value with W key.
The software calculate Ktime parameters.
5. The operator validates the Ktime calibration with V key. For the first screen-film calibration, the
software then proposes the KF calibration. By_pass it with V key again.

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KG Parameter Acquisition (Grid Correction)

This KG procedure has to be followed if the same film/screen combination is used on the second
ionisation chamber.
If no second ionization chamber is present, press key R (end of calibration).
For a multiple ionization chamber, the operator runs the previous calibration (KVEF, KTIME for each
film screen combination for one ionization chamber) and runs the KG calibration for the other ionization.

AEC2 0.00V L 80kV xx mAs 15cm OD = 0,00

Ionization AEC Focus Kilovolt mAs Plexi or Water Optical density


Chamber Reference Thickness
In this step, the available keys have the following function :
- 0 to 9 keys to enter the optical density.
STEP 1
Select the ionization chamber with the arrow keys (AEC2).
Set the SID at the same distance used for KVEF on AEC1. If not possible, go to STEP 3.
STEP 2
Run the proposed exposure, develop the film, measure the optical density and enter the value with
keys 0 to 9.
Repeat the same operations for the next proposed exposures until the V key flickers.
When the V key flickers, press the V key (end of calibration).
Press the R key.
STEP 3
Hit key R and return to Application Mode.
Put 15 cm plexiglass in front of Wall Stand (AEC2)
Set 2 Point Mode
Set KV to 80
For mAs :
Calculate the mAs according to :
mAs = mAs0 * (SID)2
mAs0 => mAs at 80 kV for AEC1 found during Autocalibration
SID = new SID
Example : mAs0 = 5mAs SID = 1.4
2
mAs = 5 * (!.4) = 10 mAs

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Set mAs to 16 for backup.
Run exposure in AEC
Develop the film and measure the density
If the density is not equal to 1, go to MENU 4 AEC (F5)
Select KG (Key F3)
Select Grille 2 (Key F5/F6)
Enter a KG parameter :
If density is greater than 1, decrease KG value
If density is smaller than 1, increase KG value
Redo the same exposure and correct KG if density is not equal to 1.

Checksum Validation

The checksum must be validated at the end of the calibration. See Calibration Job Card Checksum
Validation.

AEC Repetition Test

Make a series of 10 exposures in 2-point AEC (exposure time : aproximatively 10ms) and check mAs
accuracy (+-10%) for each exposure.

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Set KVEF, KT, KG

Call the AEC menu (setup mode, menu4, function key [F5])

AEC KVEF KG KTIME KF

Set KVEF
- use the function key F1 to select sub-routine KVEF

AECV 40KV 1 a.bc

KV step screen-film KVEF


combination
1,2 or 3

- select screen-film combination with A, B or C keys


- select kV step 40, 60, 80, 100, or kVmax with F3/F4 keys
- set KVEF to known value with key pad
- validate each new setting with W key
- press the R key when settings have been completed.

Set KT
- use function key F5 to select sub-routine KG

AEC T N = 0 T = 0.5 1 a.bc

Time step # Time screen-film KTIME


combination
1,2 or 3

- use the following keys to select the screen-film combination : A for combination 1, B for
combination 2, C for combination3. The screen-film combination selected is displayed in reverse
video
- select time step number with F1/F2 keys. (N = 0 T = 10ms, N = 1 T = 100ms, N = 2 T = 500, N
= 3 T = 1s, N = 4 T = 2s, N = 5 T = 3.2s)
- f necessary, select time with F3/F4 keys
- set KTIME to the known value with F9/F10 keys
- validate each new setting with the W key
- press the R key when the settings have been completed.

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Set KG
- use the function key F3 to select sub-routine KG

AEC G GRILLE 1 KG = a.b

grid no (from 1 to 4) KG 0.8 to 2

- use the function keys F5/F6 to scroll grid (grid number corresponds to the ionization chamber
number). Set KG to the known value using F9/F10 keys
- validate each new setting with the W key
- press the R key when settings have been completed.

Checksum Validation

The checksum must be validated after settings have been completed; refer to Calibration Job Card
Checksum Validation.

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subassembly: Checksum Validation
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:5m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with Floppy Drive
- JEDI service software
- 9-wire service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
Service terminal must be configured and software installed (refer to Service Software User Guide Job
Card).

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PROCEDURE

Preliminary Remarks

Checksums must be validated at end of generator setup or


NOTICE whenever a parameter is changed.

In the checksum validation process, the processor computes a number which is a function of all the
setup parameters. When the generator is powered up, this number is computed, i.e. the sum
is checked.

If the two numbers differ, the generator displays an error code, indicating that one or more parameters
have been changed since the last time the sums were checked, or that a RAM-related fault has
occurred.

Note: X-ray generation is inhibited if there is a checksum error.

Note: The display Va . b on menu 5 is for the software version in the CPU
board EPROMS.

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Checksum Validation
Call RAMS (setup mode, menu 5, function key [F1]

Resulting display :

RAMS CKSM M CLR

Enter function key [F1] and [V] simultaneously.

A buzzer will sound, indicating that the sums have been checked
and OK on display screen.

MCLR is used to erase all setup parameters. Function key


NOTICE [F3] corresponding to this function should not be used.

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subassembly: Backup and Restore Database Parameters
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal
- JEDI service software
- 9-wire service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
1. The service terminal must be configured and the software installed (refer to Service Software
User Guide Job Card)
2. All calibrations must have been completed.

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APPLICABILITY
Setup parameters must be logged after the setup procedure has been completed, or whenever these
parameters are changed. This enables service engineers to key in parameters rapidly, i.e. when
changing the KV Control Board in the event of a battery outage.

PROCEDURE

CPU MEMORY BACKUP


The generator must be in application mode. The control console push buttons will be inactive during
the transfer.

- Connect service terminal to XJ8 on the I/F Board.


- Power up.
- Insert the calibration floppy disk with write protection off.
- From Laptop Dos, A: (It can also be run from Service Laptop Hard Disk Drive but in DOS mode).
- Type JEDI on the terminal.
- Hit [F6] to save memory.

The system asks for a file name. Default file name is A:\sv_var.mx.

- Type a file name or hit [ENTER].

During transfer, the number of frames sent is displayed.

When transfer ends, the message Transfer successful is displayed.


If any error is detected, the transfer stops and an error message is displayed.
See list of error messages in this Job Card.

Note: It is recommended that the floppy disk be protected by setting


write protection to on, once successful transfer is completed.

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CPU Memory Restore


All parameters stored in CPU NVRAM memory must have been saved previously on calibration floppy
disk.

The procedure is the same as Memory backup except: Hit [F7] to restore memory.

This procedure is also used to down load new software (File type for Database or Software is
automaticaly recognised).

Note: Calibration floppy disk may be write protected to prevent erasure of data.

Note: Errors during memory restore may cause unpredictable results. A new
transfer is required.
If generator is locked, cycle power and repeat the entire memory restore
procedure.

Error Messages

MESSAGE ERROR

Cannot open file - No floppy disk.


- Floppy write protected during attempt to backup.

File contains data. The file already exists (backup).


Delete old (y,n): If you answer y, the existing file will be erased.

Error time out - Generator OFF.


- Terminal not connected to generator..

Error communication Error during transfer. Try a new transfer from the beginning.
Note: Ensure ASIAN.exe software running under DOS and
not under WINDOWS.

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CHAPTER 4 - FUNCTIONAL CHECK

SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
Functional Checks describes the procedures necessary to determine whether the
Silhouette VR system (Refer to Illustration 1) is operating correctly and
performing within specifications.

All the Silhouette VR system functions should conform to safety regulations, local
codes or other applicable standards.

Operational Checks
Performance Checks

Operational Checks may be performed by the customer or trained personnel.


These checks only indicate that the unit is functioning correctly at an operational
level. They do not indicate that the unit is performing within specifications.

Performance Checks must be performed by trained personnel only. These


checks verify that the unit is performing to specification. It is recommended to
complete these checks during and after installation, during periodic maintenance,
and when the equipment is replaced or modified.

Before performing Functional Checks all System Configuration and Calibrations


must be completed. (Refer to Chapter 3).

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ILLUSTRATION1
SILHOUETTE VR System

1. COLUMN 6. TABLE BASE


2. TUBE ARM 7. FOOT PEDAL
3. X-RAY TUBE 8. CASSETTE TRAY
4. TABLE TOP 9. COLLIMATOR
5. LONGITUDINAL SUPPORT 10.CONTROL BOX

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SECTION 2
TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT
In addition to the standard service tool kit the following tools and test equipment
will be necessary to perform the functional checks described in this chapter:

DVM

Metric Tape Measure

KEITHLEY 35080A kV peak meter (or equivalent)

RADCAL MDH2025 dosimeter (or equivalent) with 20x5-60 probe

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SECTION 3
OPERATIONAL CHECKS
Operational Checks are used to verify that the Silhouette VR system is operating
correctly. These simple checks are generally performed using the control pedals,
press-button on the Cassette Tray and the Cassette Tray handle.

3-1 System Power up

Note: Before this step, all electrical cables must be connected and
examined.

Power up the Silhouette VR system, verify that all corresponding LEDs displayed
are correct (see pg 6-5).

3-2 Silhouette VR System Mechanical Movement

All mechanical operations of the Table Assembly are controlled by the Control
Box located at the front end of cross arm. Vertical, longitudinal, angulation
movements of the table assembly are performed by pressing the corresponding
buttons on the control panel.(Refer to Illustration 2).

ILLUSTRATION 2
CONTROL BOX PANEL

1. Vertical Travel Control Switch.

2. Longitudinal Travel Control Switch.

3. Angular Indicator.

4. All Moving Function Control Switch.

5. Angulation rotating Control Switch.

6. Handle.

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3-2-1 Tube Stand Longitudinal Movement

1. Pressing the corresponding switch on the control box and moving the Tube
Stand via the handle verifies that the Tube Stand movement is operating
smoothly and uniformly.

2. Verify that the operation of the Tube Stand along with the Cassette Tray
moves smoothly all the way to the end of the table.

3-2-2 Tube Stand Rotation

Push the control boxs handle to drive the tube arm to the left or to the right for
rotation and verify that the Tube Stand can be rotated.

3-2-3 Tube Arm Vertical Movement

Press down the vertical button on the control box and verify the tube arm can
move smoothly up and down.

3-2-4 X-Ray Tube Angulation

Press down the angulation switch and verify that the X-ray tube can be angulated
to the 90 and 180 degree detent position about the Tube Arms horizontal axis.

3-2-5 Table Top Movement Checks

1. With the Silhouette VR system switched off, verify that the table top can be
moved in longitudinal direction freely.

2. Power the Silhouette VR system on and verify that the table top is locked in
position.

3. Check the horizontal movements of the table top by pressing the control
pedals:

a. Press the control pedals to the downward position, the table top is free
for both longitudinal and transverse movement.
b. Verify that all movements are smooth.
c. Release the control pedal, the table top will automatically lock into place.
3-2-6 Cassette Tray Movement Check

The Cassette Tray is normally coupled with the tube stand. A handle on the
Bucky carriage can lock or unlock them.

1. In coupled state:
The Cassette Tray should move together with the Tube Stand.

2. Uncoupled state:
a. Press the push button on the Bucky carriage. Verify that the Cassette
Tray can be moved longitudinally without the Tube Stand.
b. Release the push button, the Cassette Tray is locked into position.

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3-2-7 Collimator Rotation


1. Loosen set screw.

2. Rotate the collimator.

3. Verify the collimator can be rotated.

4. Secure set screw

SECTION 4
PERFORMANCE CHECKS
4-1 Generator Parameter Accuracy

For these performance checks, standard precautions for work with ionizing
radiation must be followed and all calibrations must be completed. Tools needed
are: Service tool Part No. 2228546, KEITHLEY 35080A kV peak meter, RADCAL
MDH 2025 dosimeter with 20x5-60 probe.

The precision of all parameters (kVp, mA, exposure times, mAs) is checked at
variable settings of kVp, first in Three Point mode and then in Two Point mode.

Note: kVp values are measured using kV peak meter Keithley 35080A.

4-2 Post Display Initialization

Values for mA, exposure times and mAs are displayed on the Service Terminal
after each exposure.

To enable this display, the Post Display must first be initialized, using the
following procedure:

1. Connect Service Laptop.

2. Go to Calibration Mode.

3. Select Menu 5 via the control keys.

4. Press [F7] to select DSPL.

5. Press [F1] to select DISPLAY ON.

6. Press Q to quit the program and return to Application Mode.

7. The POST DISPLAY now remains operational until the generator is


powered down.

After each exposure, the parameters used may be displayed on the Service
Terminal, by pressing the Z key.

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4-3 Accuracy Checks

4-3-1 Summary

Test exposures are made at specified settings, first in Three Point mode, then in
Two Point mode, (without the use of AEC, Automatic exposure Control). The
values of parameters read during the exposure are noted and compared with
specified limits.

In each mode, exposures are made first with the small focal spot, then with the
large focal spot, at kVp values of 60, 80, and 130 kVp.

In Three Point mode, each exposure is made at 20 mAs, and exposures are
made with different values of mA and exposure time at each kVp value.

In Two Point mode, exposures are made with different values of mAs at each
kVp value.

The parameters to be set for each exposure are specified in Tables 1, 2, 3, and 4
of this document.

4-4 Procedure

Refer to Tables 1, 2, 3, and 4. Make a series of exposures corresponding to the


values specified in the tables, and note the actual parameters displayed for each
exposure in the spaces provided.

For each parameter and each exposure, the tables specify acceptable high and
low values.

The measurements of mA, mAs and ms must be made using


CAUTION the post display of the Service Terminal. For kVp values, use
the Keithley 35080A.

4-5 Reproducibilty and Linearity of exposures

4-5-1 Summary

Reproducibility and linearity are checked by making a series of exposures,


measuring the actual dose produced in each case. The results are used to
calculate coefficients of variation (C) and linearity (L).
Record values in Table 5.

Measurements are made using a RADCAL MDH 2025 dosimeter with the probe
(20x5-60) positioned at 100 cm (39 inches) from the focal spot.

The measurements of mAs must be made using the post


CAUTION display of the Service Terminal.

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4-5-2 Reproducibility checks - Procedure

1. Position the probe as specified above.

2. Make ten exposures with the following conditions:

- Three Point mode,


- no AEC
- Large focal spot
- 70 kVp 200 mS 100 mA

Note: Take care not to saturate the ionization cell. The maximum output dose
permitted with the 20x5-60 probe is 3.3 mR/ms.

3. For each exposure, note the measured dose (mR), and the mAs value
shown on the POST DISPLAY in the space provided in Table 5.

4-5-3 Linearity checks - Procedure

1. Position the probe as specified above.

2. Make ten exposures with the following conditions:

- Three Point mode,


- no AEC
- Large focal spot

- 70 kVp 200 mS 125 mA

Note: Take care not to saturate the ionization cell. The maximum output dose
permitted with the 20x5-60 probe is 3.3 mR/ms.

3. For each exposure, note the measured dose (mR), and the mAs value
shown on the POST DISPLAY in the space provided in Table 5.

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4-6 Coefficients of Variation and Linearity

4-6-1 Reproducibility - Coefficient of Variation C

The coefficient of Variation, C, is defined as:

1 n
( Ri Rm) 2
C
Rm

i 1 n 1

where:
Ri = dose measured during exposure i

Rm = average dose measured over ten successive exposures taken


under the same conditions in less than an hour

n = number of exposures (ten)

Make the calculation and enter it into Table 5.

4-6-2 Coefficient of linearity L

The coefficient of Variation, L, is defined as:

Xm1 Xm2 Rm1 Rm2


L ; Xm1 and Xm2
Xm1 Xm2 A1 A2
where:
Rm1 = average dose measured over ten successive exposures taken
under the same conditions (in particular with the same value of mA,
here 100 mA), in less than an hour

Rm2 = average dose measured over ten successive exposures taken


under the same conditions (in particular with the same value of mA,
here 125 mA), in less than an hour

A1 = the mAs value used during the exposures used to measure Rm1
(here 20 mAs)

A2 = the mAs value used during the exposures used to measure Rm2
(here 25 mAs)

Make the calculation and enter it into Table 5.

4-6-3 Acceptance Criteria

The results should give:

- Reproducibility C < 0.05


- Linearity L < 0.1

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4-7 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)


Reproducibilty
Reproducibilty is checked in Two Point and Three Point modes of operation. In
each case, ten exposures are made and the doses are recorded. A coefficient of
variation is calculated, as defined in section 4-6.
4-7-1 Two Point Mode
1. Select a receptor which uses AEC.

2. Select the large focal spot .


3. Using two point mode, set the kVp to 120 kVp, mAs to 20 mAs.
4. Select the central measurement cell.
5. Center a phantom under the X-ray tube (10 to 20 cm (4 to 8 inches) of
Plexiglass or water).
6. Center the probe (20x5-60) of a RADCAL MDH 2025 dosimeter 100 cm (39
inches) from the focal spot.
7. Make ten exposures. After each exposure note the dose (mR) in the space
provided in Table 6.
Note: Take care not to saturate the ionization cell. The maximum output dose
permitted with the 20x5-60 probe is 3.3 mR/ms.
4-7-2 Three Point Mode
Repeat the complete procedure specified above for Two Point mode, but use
Three Point mode at 70 kVp, 100 mA, and 100 ms.
4-8 AEC Maximum mAs
This procedure checks the limitation on maximum mAs. When kVp is equal to or
greater than 50 kVp, the mAs value should not exceed 600 mAs.
1. Select a receptor which uses AEC.

2. Select the large focal spot .


3. Use Three Point mode, using values of 80 kVp, 160 mA, and 4000 ms (640
mAs).
4. Close the collimator.
5. Make an exposure.
6. Check that the exposure is interrupted after about four seconds; the buzzer
should sound and the Inhibit indicator should light.

7. Press the z key on Service Terminal to display the exposure parameters;


check that the value for mAs is 600 mAs or less.

Pass Fail
Note: If the test fails, run diagnostics to troubleshoot.

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4-9 AEC Minimum Exposure Time

This procedure checks that the minimum exposure time is less than 16 ms.

1. Select a workstation which uses AEC.

2. Select the large focal spot .

3. Use Three Point mode, using values of 150 kVp, maximum mA, and 0.1 s.

4. Set the SID to approximately 1 m (39 inches).

5. Open the collimator.

6. Select each of the three measurement cell in turn. For each one:

- Center the X-ray tube on the chosen measurement cell.


- Make an exposure.

- Press the key on Service Terminal to display the exposure


parameters; check that the value for exposure time is less than 16
ms.

Pass Fail
Note: If the test fails, run diagnostics to troubleshoot.

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TABLE 1
JEDI 50 R 1T ACCURACY - SMALL FOCAL SPOT - RADIOGRAPHY - 3 POINTS - TUBE:

60 kVp 80 kVp 130 kVp


mA 54.55 Data Data Data 73.65 Data Data Data 121.4 Data Data Data
mA ms mAs mA ms mAs mA ms mAs
65.45 limits limits limits 86.35 limits limits limits 138.6 limits limits limits

20 1000 20 20 1000 20 20 1000 20


15.87 945 17.28 15.87 945 17.28 15.87 945 17.28

20
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

24.12 1055 22.72 24.12 1055 22.72 24.12 1055 22.72

50 400 20 50 400 20 50 400 20

43.56 377 18.24 43.56 377 18.24 43.56 377 18.24

50
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

56.44 423 21.76 56.44 423 21.76 56.44 423 21.76

100 200 20 100 200 20 100 200 20

88.14 188.18 18.26 88.14 188.18 18.26 88.14 188.18 18.26

100
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

111.86 211.82 21.74 111.86 211.82 21.74 111.86 211.82 21.74

160 125 20 160 125 20 160 125 20

140.64 117.31 18.16 140.64 117.31 18.16 140.64 117.31 18.16

*160
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

179.36 132.69 21.84 179.36 132.69 21.84 179.36 132.69 21.84

* for tube RAD 12 only

1- kVp values are measured using kV peakmeter Keithkey


CAUTION 35080A.

2- mA, time and mAs measurements must be made using the


post display of the Service Terminal.

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TABLE 2
JEDI 50 R 1T ACCURACY - LARGE FOCAL SPOT - RADIOGRAPHY - 3 POINTS - TUBE:

60 kVp 80 kVp 130 kVp


mA 54.55 Data Data Data 73.65 Data Data Data 121.4 Data Data Data
mA ms mAs mA ms mAs mA ms mAs
65.45 limits limits limits 86.35 limits limits limits 138.6 limits limits limits

20 1000 20 20 1000 20 20 1000 20


15.87 945 17.28 15.87 945 17.28 15.87 945 17.28

20
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
24.12 1055 22.72 24.12 1055 22.72 24.12 1055 22.72

50 400 20 50 400 20 50 400 20


43.56 377 18.24 43.56 377 18.24 43.56 377 18.24

50
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
56.44 423 21.76 56.44 423 21.76 56.44 423 21.76

100 200 20 100 200 20 100 200 20


88.14 188.18 18.26 88.14 188.18 18.26 88.14 188.18 18.26

100
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
111.86 211.82 21.74 111.86 211.82 21.74 111.86 211.82 21.74

200 100 20 200 100 20 200 100 20


177.07 93.68 18.27 177.07 93.68 18.27 177.07 93.68 18.27

200
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
222.93 106.31 21.73 222.93 106.31 21.73 222.93 106.31 21.73

320 64 20.48 320 64 20.48 320 64 20.48


283.44 59.66 18.72 283.44 59.66 18.72 283.44 59.66 18.72

* 320
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
356.56 68.34 22.24 356.56 68.34 22.24 356.56 68.34 22.24

* for tube RAD 12 only

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TABLE 3
JEDI 50 R 1T ACCURACY SMALL FOCAL SPOT - RADIOGRAPHY 2 POINTS - TUBE:

mAs 60 kVp 80 kVp 130 kVp

Displays mAs mAs mAs

0.26 0.26 0.26

0.5
0.74 0.74 0.74

18.28 18.28 18.28

20
21.72 21.72 21.72

46 46 46

50
54 54 54

TABLE 4
JEDI 50 R 1T ACCURACY LARGE FOCAL SPOT - RADIOGRAPHY 2 POINTS - TUBE:

mAs 60 kVp 80 kVp 130 kVp

Displayed mAs mAs mAs

0.26 0.26 0.26

0.5
0.74 0.74 0.74

18.28 18.28 18.28

20
21.72 21.72 21.72

73.72 73.72 73.72

80
86.28 86.28 86.28

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TABLE 5
REPRODUCIBILITY AND LINEARITY OF EXPOSURES IN 3 POINT MODE - TUBE:

70 kVp - 200 ms

20 mAs (100 mA) 25 mAs (125 mA)


mR (R1) mAs (A1) mR (R2) mAs (A2)

10
Rm
Xm
C
(< 0.05)
L
(< 0.1)

Refer to section 4-6 for C and L calculation formula.

Measurement of mAs must be made using the post display of


CAUTION the Control Console.

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TABLE 6
AEC: REPRODUCIBILITY OF EXPOSURES

MODE 2POINT 3POINT

kVp =120 kVp = 70


mAs = 20 mA = 250
ms = 1000

DOSE cGy (mR) cGy (mR)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Rm

C
(< 0.05)

Refer to section 4-6 for C calculation formula.

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4-10 JEDI Performance Checks

JOB CARD JEDI 382 - Performance checks


Time: 0 h 15 min (Mechanical handling only) - Personnel: 1 field engineer 1 of 2

1 SUPPLIES

Not applicable.

2 TOOLS

A multimeter and an oscilloscope with a filtering capability. There is a red 8 inch multimeter probe
supplied.

3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

4 PREREQUISITES

BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN POWER IS OFF.


DANGER APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN
MANIPULATING INSIDE THE EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

5 Disassembly
1.. Remove the twelve 5.5mm hex head screws which secure the right cover of the Power Unit.
Remove the cover (refer to Job Card D/R JEDI17-24).

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1
1

HV Tank KV Measure Board


J6 J2
KV+ measure
HV+ 2

46
sh3 sh4
5 ohms 5ohms To KV Control Board
1% 1%

3 45

2 1
KV- measure
HV- 1
Measurement tool
(multimeter or oscilloscope)
mA= V/(sh3//sh4)= V/5ohms

2.. Put a probe inside the generator on the shunt SH3 (right side of the resistor) of KV Measure board
on HV Tank 1 .
3.. Connect a second probe on the mechanical ground 2 .
4.. Check the resistor value with a multimeter: it should be 5 Ohms (+/- 0.05).

6 mA measurement
1.. Power on the generator
2.. Use a multimeter for mA 50mA with a exposure time set to 1s minimum.
3.. Use an oscilloscope for other mA, the signal must be filtered at f 10kHz.

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/2 IST 009


subassembly: Final System Installation
purpose: version no. 1
date: 20/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:2
from / / from Time: 15m
to / / to

Final System Installation

Note: If this is the initial installation of the system, then perform all steps in this
Job Card.

If system was previously installed, then only perform the steps necessary
to return the system to operating condition.

1. Remove Service Laptop connection.


2. Cover JEDIs assembly coping.
3. Roll generator into position under table.
4. Secure generator with two bolts.
5. Install front cover.

Mounting
Plate

Roller

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SILHOUETTE VR 2/2 IST 009

1. Unpack the table top (1) then remove end-of-travel stops (2) from one end.

THE TABLE TOP IS LARGE AND HEAVY (APPROX. 50KG). TWO


DANGER PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO MOVE AND INSTALL IT TO PREVENT
PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

2. Align the end of the table top (end with stops removed) with the end of the table base, then slide the
table top into position.
3. Re-install the end stop screw (3) & (4).

Ensure that the table top clears the longitudinal locks when
CAUTION sliding it over the bearings.

4. To ensure the table tops 4-way moving (longitudinal & lateral) capabilities operate smoothly, place
the longitudinal (5) and transversal (6) levels on table top to verify and ensure table top is level.

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CHAPTER 5 - JEDI GENERATOR THEORY


AND FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

SECTION 1
THEORY
1-1 Glossary

Glossary of terms used in this document:


Term Definition
ABC Automatic Brightness Control. Regulation loop which makes the measured
brightness equal to brightness demand
AEC Automatic Exposure Control. Exposure cut off technique which uses the
brightness signal to cut the exposure
CAN Controller Area Network. A network used for localized control.
CPU Control Processor Unit. Microprocessor and peripherals which run the
software/firmware
EPLD Erasable Programmable Logic Device.
EMC Electro Magnetic Compatibility. The EMC function prevents the generator
from polluting the power source.
FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array. It is programmed by the CPU core after the
reset and handles all the exposure control logic including the system interface
realtime lines.
HV Ripple High voltage variations due to inverter current pulses. Typically a few percent.
State Machine Software or hardware function which handles the state of a system and
authorize to go to the next state upon reception of specific events.
IGBT Insulated gate bipolar transistor. A type of power switch
Ilp HV power inverter parallel resonant current; current in the parallel inductor
Ilr HV power inverter serial resonant current; current in the serial inductor.
MOS Metal Oxide Semiconductor. A type of power switch
OGP On Gantry Processor. Unit which drives the generator in CT systems
PDU Power Distribution Unit
RMS Root Mean Square

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JEDI HIGH LEVEL BLOCK DIAGRAM


ILLUSTRATION 1
JEDI GENERATOR / FUNCTIONAL ARCHITECTURE

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SECTION 2
THEORY PRESENTATION
2-1 Introduction

Jedi is the engineering name for a family of compact high frequency X-Ray
generators. This generator family covers a wide range of applications from
mobile equipment up to vascular systems:
JEDI 12-25 kW: Mobile applications

JEDI 24-48 kW: CT applications

JEDI 32-50 kW: RAD applications

JEDI 50-65-80 kW: RF applications

JEDI 100 kW: VASCULAR applications

2-2 Standard Features

Jedi is a family of 150 kV generators operating from 12 kW up to 100 kW for all


the major radiological, fluoroscopic and CT applications. The family handles 1 ms
to continuous exposures with tube currents ranging from 0mA up to 1000 mA.
The generators feature the very latest technology available:
Constant potential independent of line voltage variations

Power generation by a high-frequency converter (High voltage ripple: 40


kHz-140 kHz)

Distributed micro-processor controlled functions (CAN bus)

Other features include:


Single phase, three phase or battery power source

Very low kV and mA ripple, excellent accuracies and dose reproducibility

Compatible with a wide range of tubes, high speed or low speed, can supply
up to 3 different tubes. Thermal load interactive integrator ensuring optimum
use of the heat protection curve of the x-ray tube

Available in various packaging configurations: gantry, under-table, cabinet

Serviceability: high reliability, fast installation (no generator calibration),


application error codes ensure fast troubleshooting

Meets CE marking (and in particular EMC), IEC, UL, CSA, MHW regulations
(if required)

Optional pulsed fluoroscopy

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2-3 Applications

RAD Surgery RF Vascular/ CT


Cardiac
3 Points Mode x x x
2 Points Mode x x x
1 Point Mode x x x
0 Point Mode x x
AEC x x x
Tomography x x
AET x x
Continuous/Pulsed Fluoroscopy x x x
Rad Exposures x
Cinema 30 fr/s x
Cinema 90 fr/s x
ABC x x
Variable mA Scans x
Low mA Fluoroscopy x
Legend:
- AEC - Automatic Exposure Control
- AET - Automatic Tomographic Exposure
- ABC - Automatic Brightness Control in fluoroscopy

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2-4 Architecture

Refer to Illustration 19: Jedi Generator / Functional Architecture


The Jedi family is composed of 3 elements:
2-4-1 A Kernel

High voltage chain composed of kV control, HV power inverter and HV tank

Anode rotation function

Tube filaments heater function

Control bus for communication between the functions

DC bus for power distribution to each function

Input voltage to DC conversion: AC/DC function

Low voltage power supply

Application software, running on the kV control board

These functions are the Jedi core. They are present in all versions of the
generator.
A function can be unique for all products, or can have several different releases
based on product specification.
Examples:
The anode rotation function is available in 2 releases:
low speed rotation for applications where the tube has a max rotation of
3000 rpm

high speed/low speed rotation for applications where at least one of the
tubes can use
8000-10000 rpm

The control bus is unique.


2-4-2 Options Depending on the Application

A System Interface which can be:

- CT interface
- RAD interface (console interface, room interface, AEC management
present or not)
- ATLAS interface
EMC function
Grid function (RF, vascular)
Bias function (RF, vascular)
Tube management (2 tubes or 3 tubes option)

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ILLUSTRATION 2
JEDI GENERATOR/FUNCTIONAL ARCHITECTURE

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2-5 A Packaging Architecture

The packaging architecture consists in a set of boxes which can be put together
in several ways to make Jedi fit either in a cabinet, or a console foot, or a table
foot. The boxes can also be split in 2 units distant of several meters (example:
CT gantry). Refer to Illustration 20.
The boxes normally consist of the following:
2-5-1 Auxiliaries Box

Rotation function

Heater function

Low voltage power supply (which can also be in the AC/DC box)

This box is always present.


2-5-2 Power Box

HV tank

HV power inverter

kV control

System interface (for the less complex system interface)

This box is always present.


2-5-3 AC/DC Box

MC filter (optional)

AC/DC function

Low voltage power supply (which can also be in the auxiliaries box)

This box is always present.


2-5-4 System Interface Box

RAD interface

AEC interface

This box is present in the RAD product.


2-5-5 Optional Boxes

Tube selection

Grid/Bias control

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ILLUSTRATION 3
JEDI GENERATOR / PACKAGING ARCHITECTURE

Inverter
Dual Snub LVPS Board
(for TIGER) AC/DC
Tube Board

HV
Gate
Board
+-

KV Measure HV Tank Rectifier


Block

CT
Inter KV Control
face Board EMC Filter
(Optional)

Power Box AC/DC Box

LVPS Board RAD AEC


(for NP and Interface Interface
Emperor)

Heater Board

System Interface
Rotation Box for the rad
Board product

Tube Grid/Bias
Selection Control

Rotation Rotation
Capacitor Capacitor

(optional)
Auxiliaries Optional
Box Boxes

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CHAPTER 6 - EXCEPTION HANDLING AND ERROR CODES

SECTION 1
EXCEPTION HANDLING
JEDI software performs auto-test at power up and continuously monitors the
correct operation of its functions during application. Any malfunction is stored in
the JEDI error log. Errors found can only be reported if the generator is powered
on and functional.

1-1 Diagnostics

There are different levels of diagnostics.

1-2 Power-On Diagnostics

At power-up the kV control performs its own initialisation, checks its memory
integrity (checksum of program and NVRAM) and starts the communication with
its peripherals as well as the system. Communication is permanently checked
afterwards. It then initialises the Rotation board and Heater board with their
respective database parameters and loads kV control FPGA.

Eight LEDs (S7..S0) on the kV control board show the software status.

During power-on, the Heater board and the Rotation board CPUs are initialised
and check their memory integrity and hardware. If a problem is encountered, a
PRD error is reported to the kV control.

1-3 Live Diagnostics

1. Under application faults will be reported through an error code on the


Service Laptop. Some are straightforward and convey the root cause. Refer
to the recommended action in the error list.

2. Diagnostics run separately:

heating function
rotation function
inverter gate command diagnostic
inverter in short circuit diagnostic
no load HV function diagnostics
3. Manual Diagnostics

Through a troubleshooting guide based on an error message or when the


generator does not reply.

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1-4 Error Code Structure

The error code structure described in this chapter applies to JEDI error detection
and logging. The JEDI error log file can be accessed from the system through the
system console or a laptop (JEDI error log upload functionality).

When an error is detected, it is logged in the JEDI error log file. The file contains
a maximum of sixty four error logs.

Each log shows the following structure:

Simplified Generator Error Class Error Code Data Number of Date & time
error code Phase associated occurrences
with the error
code

The fields are described in the following paragraphs.

1-5 Simplified Error Code Definition

The simplified error code is a grouping of the JEDI error codes. This field gives a
rapid understanding of which part of JEDI is faulty.

Simplified Error Code Description


30 Tube spits errors
40 Rotation errors
50 Heater errors
60 Exposure errors (HV inverter + mA measure + exposure control
70 Power supply errors (low voltage + DC bus)
80 Hardware errors (internal communications + cables)
90 Application errors (saved RAM + software)
100 External communication errors
110 Thermal errors
10 Rotation warnings (engineering use)
20 Heater warnings (engineering use)
25 LVPS warnings (engineering use)
27 Application warnings (mainly saved RAM battery change)

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1-6 Generator Phase Definition


The generator phase field contains the state of the generator when the error
occurred.

Generator Phase Description


0 idle: entered in diagnostic mode
1 powered up; waiting for configuration
2 Stand by: configuration completed, waiting for a preparation command
3 Preparation in progress: JEDI gets ready to take X-rays
4 Ready for exposures (rotation at speed; filament; HV inverter drive ready;
no errors): waiting for an exposure command
5 High voltage on
6 Error detected and not yet cleared

1-7 Error Class Definition

There are five classes of errors that correspond to different levels of impact to the
system. The class of errors correspond to the seriousness of the errors.

Class Description
1 Errors which have no impact on the system operation.
Errors detected in background diagnostics during application. They are referred
as Warning errors, to monitor drifts and used for engineering tracking.
The generator phase remains unchanged.
Errors are stored in the JEDI error log.
2 Errors which are detected by JEDI and that are recoverable automatically without
noticeable effect on the system, such as error related to recovered tube spits.
The generator phase remains unchanged.
Errors which usually occur during exposure.
3 Errors detected by JEDI during exposure. They stop the exposure and revert the
generator into a safe state.
Error will be reset on Exposure Command release. It will require another Exposure
Command to restart the sequence.
The generator phase is set to error until the error is cleared.
4 Errors which are related to any hardware failures, software application or
communication errors.
JEDI will revert to a safe state.
If preparation is in progress, it is stopped.
Errors are cleared either by a reset error action from the system (for system having a
reset error mechanism) or by a prep release or by a new prep command.
The generator phase is set to error until the error is cleared.
Application cannot work if errors are persistent.
5 These codes may appear when the generator or tube temperature limits are reached.
The application waits until the thermal information disappears. The error information is
temporary.
The generator phase is set to error until the error is cleared.

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1-8 Error Code Definition

Each error code comprises two fields (which cannot be generated and used
separately);
the first field describes the JEDI function which is faulty (referred to as
the function code)
the second field describes the error detected.
Example: error code 0306 means:
03: high voltage generation function;
06: no kV feedback on anode.
Function Codes List

Function Code Description


01 Rotation
02 heater
03 High voltage generation
04 mA control
05 Power supplies
06 System interface
07 Software
08 Application
09 Tube control
10 Tube management
11 Grid
12 Bias
13 AEC
14 Hardware
1-9 Data Associated With The Error Code
The field data associated with the error code shows detailed information over
the state of the generator when the error occurred.
Examples: rotation high speed acceleration state, small focus preheat, tube
number 1 selected.

1-10 Number Of Occurrences


The field number of occurrences is used to log the same error occurring several
times consecutively. Instead of filling the error log file with the same error which
has occurred consecutively several times, the first error is logged and successive
errors are recorded through increasing the number of occurrences field.
1-11 Date & Time

The field date & time stores the date and time when the error occurred. This is
the JEDI internal date and time which may be different from the system date and
time. In the case of logging the same error the date/time is of the most recent
entry.

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SECTION 2
ERROR CODES, DIAGNOSTICS, AND TROUBLESHOOTING
2-1 Introduction

This diagnostics section is to introduce the JEDI generator with the following
information:
Power-On diagnostics LED indication.
List all the potential error codes that can be issued by JEDI Generator.
Provide error code explanation, potential cause and recommended action.
List of diagnostics aids and explanation of diagnostics.
2-2 Power On Diagnostics

Refer to theory of operation for power-on sequence. This paragraph in this


section is to provide meaning of boards LED status. The LED display status is
offering useful information at a glance to proceed to error code based
troubleshooting. Whenever in doubt, a simple step is to watch the LED status
display on the kV control board, than the Rotation and Heater.

kV control LED status:


- During Power On Diagnostics :

kV control board

S0..................S7

_ oooo

S0.........................S7
o

The 8 LEDs (S0...S7) are lit successively in both directions (Scrolling as indicated by the arrows): the power up
diagnostics are completed, kV control board is up and running.

S0.....................S7
o o o o

One out of two is lit: Data base checksum problem. An error code is logged. Refer to error code description.

S0.....................S7

o oo
S7, S6, S5 are lit along with either S0 or S1 or S2 (depending of the type of FPGA downOne out of two is lit: Data
base checksum problem. An error code is logged. Refer to error code description.
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- When an application error occurs (Not PRD)

e.g: No communication
The simplified error code is displayed on the Leds. They blink; when the error is
cleared (by a return to the standby mode for example), the 8 LEDs are lit
successively.

Heater board LED status: (See central listing)

After the power on diagnostics, heater board LEDs DS1 and DS2 are lit
successively. Any different status correspond to an abnormal situation. An error
code is logged. Refer to error code description.

Rotation board LED status: (See central listing)

After the power on diagnostics, rotation board LED DS5 is blinking. Any different
status correspond to an abnormal situation. An error code is logged. Refer to
error code description.

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2-3 Error Code List

The error code list and associated short description is presented below.

simplified Description Error Error Description


error Class Code
code
30 Tube Spits 2 0301H Tube spit (kV+ and kV- dropped)
2 0302H Tube spit (kV+ has dropped)
2 0303H Tube spit (kV- has dropped)
2 0304H Tube spit (kV regulation error)
2 0305H FPGA problem (restarting safety signal)

40 Rotation Error 4 0101H No CAN message received within 5 secs


4 0102H Database not correct
4 0103H Rotation current overload
4 0104H Rotation Openload
4 0105H Rotation Phases unbalanced
4 0106H Rotation Phases error
4 0107H Rotation Inverter permanent overcurrent
4 0108H Rotation command error
4 0109H MAINS_DROP has failed
4 0110H PRD error
4 0111H F0 main frequency problem
4 0149H Unknown Rotation error

50 Heater Error 4 0201H No CAN message received within 5 secs


4 0203H Heater inverter permanent overcurrent
4 0204H Filament permanent open circuit
4 0205H Heater Inverter permanent short circuit
4 0206H Filament too high for Pre-heat
4 0207H Filament too high for Boost
4 0208H Filament too high for Heat
4 0209H Heater command error
4 0210H Current under estimated fork
4 0211H Current over estimated fork
4 0212H MAINS_DROP detected
4 0213H PRD error
4 0214H Stay too long in Boost
4 0215H Filament selection error
4 0216H Measured current while inverter OFF
4 0221H Filament Database not correct
0222H
0223H
0224H
4 0248H Unknown Heater error
0249H

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simplified Description Error Error Description


error Class
code
60 Exposure 3 0306H No kV Feedback on anode
errors
3 0307H No kV Feedback on cathode
3 0308H No kV Feedback on anode and cathode
3 0309H kV detected during kV diag
3 0310H kV max detected
3 0311H ILP current not OK
3 0312H ILR current not OK
3 0313H ILR max current detected
3 0314H ILR current timeout
3 0316H Spit Max error
3 0317H Spit Ratio error
3 0318H kV did not reach 75% after 20ms
3 0319H kV unbalanced detected
3 0320H FPGA problem (safety signal)
3 0323H ILP and ILR currents not OK
3 0401H No mA feedback
3 0402H mA scale error
2 0403H mA accuracy exceeded 5%
3 0504H Inverter Gate Power Supply failed
3 0801H Exposure backup mAs exceeded
3 0802H Exposure backup time exceeded
3 0803H Exp cmd while gene not ready
3 1406H time counter error
3 1407H mAs counter error
3 1408H AEC counter error
3 1409H mAs meter saturated
3 1410H FPGA Locked

70 Power Supply 4 0501H DC bus out of range


errors
4 0503H Inverter Gate Power Supply error
4 0505H Mains power supply has dropped during exposure
4 0506H DC bus 1 phase precharge error
4 0507H DC bus 1 phase discharge error
4 0549H Unknown LVPS error
4 0553H Detected +160V too high
4 0557H Detected +160V too low
4 0563H Detected +15V too high
4 0567H Detected +15V too low
4 0573H Detected -15V too strong
4 0577H Detected -15V too weak

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simplified Description Error Error Description


error Class
code
80 Hardware error 4 0180H Rotor board communication problem
4 0181H Rotor board has reset
4 0280H Heater board communication problem
4 0281H Heater board has reset
4 0321H kV conversion error
4 0322H kV ref ADC / DAC failed
4 0601H RTL error
4 0602H External CAN bus off
4 0902H tube Fan supply error
4 1402H Internal CAN bus off
4 1403H Connectic Fault
4 1404H FPGA configuration problem
4 1405H Tank sensor problem

90 Application 4 0701H Saved RAM checksum pb


errors
4 0702H Software problem
4 0703H Watchdog reset has just occurred
4 0704H Rotor/Heater hold too long

100 Communication 4 0603H Debug screen com error


errors
4 0604H Database download error
4 0605H TAV communication error
4 0606H MPC/Madrid communication error
4 1301H AEC communication error

110 Thermal error 5 0804H Tank Thermal Error


5 0903H Tube exceeded 70degC

10 Rotor Warning 1 0151H CAN Domain command number error


1 0152H CAN Domain request with no transfer init
1 0153H CAN Domain Toggle bit error
1 0154H CAN Domain : less than 2 data to download
1 0155H CAN Domain Abort received & applied
1 0156H Bad index in config upload
1 0157H Tube switch while rotor not off
1 0158H Acceleration cmd while no tube selected
1 0159H Acceleration cmd while database not OK
1 0160H Database download while rotor speeding
1 0161H Acceleration command not OK
1 0162H Rotor acceleration while in error
1 0163H No CAN message received within 4 secs
1 0164H Rotation Inverter overcurrent (< 3 times)
1 0199H Unknown rotation warning

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simplified Description Error Error Description


error Class
code
20 Heater Warning 1 0251H Received command is not OK
1 0252H Heater command not OK
1 0253H No CAN message received within 4 secs
1 0254H Heater inverter overcurrent (inverter1) (<3 times)
1 0255H Filament open circuit (inverter1) (<3 times)
1 0256H Heater Inverter short circuit (inverter1) (<3times)
1 0257H Tube switch while filaments not OFF
1 0258H CAN Domain command number error
1 0259H CAN Domain request with no transfer init
1 0260H CAN Domain Toggle bit error
1 0261H CAN Domain : less than 2 data to download
1 0262H CAN Domain Abort received & applied
1 0263H Database download while heater not cut
1 0299H Unknown Heater warning

25 Low Voltage 1 0550H No more warn +160V too low or too gigh
Power supply
Warnings
1 0551H Detected +160V too high
1 0555H Detected +160V too low
1 0560H No more warn +15V too low or too high
1 0561H Detected +15V too high
1 0565H Detected +15V too low
1 0570H No more warn -15V too low or too high
1 0571H Detected -15V too strong
1 0575H Detected -15V too weak
1 0599H Unknown LVPS warning

27 Application 1 1401H Saved RAM power supply limit reached


warnings

2-4 Error Reporting

The control console only displays the simplified error code from the Jedi
generator.

Whenever a generator error is displayed on the operator console, the Jedi


errorlog upload functionality is available to get more detailed information about
the error .This function is performed from the service laptop.

The simplified error code is used to find the Jedi error code in the Jedi errorlog
file.

With this information, look at the Jedi trouble shooting table to find the FRU to
replace.

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2-5 Diagnostics

This chapter describes diagnostics tools based on error codes and specific
diagnostics.

This chapter describes diagnostics tools based on error codes and specific
diagnostics.

Before any manual intervention, ensure the main power is off.


WARNING Apply lock out-tag out procedure for your own safety when
manipulating inside the equipment is required.

2-6 Detailed Error Description & Troubleshooting


Guide

The table below provides guidelines to troubleshoot Generator problems based


on error code.

For each code, there is:

Associated message and additional explanation related to the error


occurrence.

List potential cause, in the order of expected probability.

Recommended action, with, in some cases, link to some more information


as indicated where cases apply, such as to run some specific diagnostics.

Codes are sorted by ascending order both for simplified code and error code.

Refer to the theory of operation for error code structure.

Information about associated data structure is located at the end of each error
code subset whenever it applies.

Whenever wiring, cabling, LED check is mentioned in the recommended actions,


refer to the central listing or to Illustration 1.

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*
LEDs Neon's

DC bus, 400 ... 800 V Heater Board

*
DC bus, 400 ... 800 V
GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS

DS 1
DS 3

+ M -

*
F1
INVERTER. & LLC. Circuit DS 1 - 15V DC bus, 160V
+ 15V
(120 to 200V)
Gate Command Board
DS 300

*
LVPS
*
I/F AC/DC NE 1 DS 2
JEDI VISUAL POWER SUPPLY DISTRIBUTION FOR SILHOUETTE VR

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Console PUPT-
or
DS7-6
DS 1, 2
- 15 V
-15V, +15V + - DS 3, 2, 1
AEC + 15 V Rotor +5, -15, +15
kV ctrl Board
- 15 V "VCC": +5V DS 7
N1 (230 V)
*

* + 15 V

EMC Flt.
3ph, 380 - 480 VAC

CB1
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2-6-1 Errors

Tube spits detection Errors (Code 30)

Class 2 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

30- Tube spit (kV+ and kV- dropped) x-ray tube spit.
0301H kV drop/spit detected
30- Tube spit (kV+ has dropped) 1. Anode side Tube spit.
0302H kV drop/spit detected on Anode side 2. Anode HV cable
3. HV tank
30- Tube spit (kV- has dropped) 1. Cathode side Tube spit.
0303H kV drop/spit detected on cathode side 2. Cathode HV cable
3. HV tank
30- kV regulation error 1 smooth HV tube spits
0304H This is a slow speed safety circuit in 2 kV control board (HV regulation
case of smooth spits. problem)
3 too much line impedance
4 half of AC/DC capacitors open
5 Inverter (parallel inductor or filtering
capacitors)
6 HV tank
30- Re-starting safety. (unknown reason) 1. External unknown cause.
0305H Error occurring on safety line, while 2. kV control board.
No root error present at the error
inputs (Err 0301 to 0304). This is
probably due to transient interference
(Spikes).

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Anode Rotation errors (Code 40)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

40- No CAN message received within 5 1. kV Control main software lost


0101H secs 2. kV control or Rotation board driver
The rotation board has not received failure
any signal from the kV control main 3. Bad contact on one of the pin on
software for the last 5 sec., the CAN bus line connector
interpreted as a loss of
communication
40- Database not correct. 1. Wrong kV control Database. It can
0102H The firmware of the rotation board only happen at power up.
has detected that the Database
received from the kV control board
has wrong data.
40- Rotation current overload 1. Rotation board
0103H Rotation board has detected Main or 2. Wrong Database (improbable)
auxiliary rotation current too high
compared to the max. Tube motor
current.
40- Rotation current openload 1. Tube stator winding is open circuit:
0104H Rotation board detected that no x-ray tube
current is flowing to the motor. 2. Incorrect wiring (Open)
3. No DC bus on Rotation board
4. Rotation board
40- Rotation phases unbalanced 1. One rotation wire missing
0105H The amplitude difference of the 2. Rotation board
current bwtween main and auxiliary is 3. Wrong tube configuration database
too large.
40- Rotation phase error 1. Rotation board
0106H The rotation board has detected that
the current in the anode stator does
not show the correct phase shift
between main and auxiliary.

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Error code Message/explanation Potential cause

40- Rotation Inverter permanent 1. Rotation board


0107H overcurrent 2. Tube stator winding in short circuit -
An overcurrent has been detected > x-ray tube
and 3 restart have been tried 3. Wiring incorrect (shorted)
unsuccessfully within a single rotation
state
40- Rotation command error. No hardware failure
0108H Rotation board has informed kV
control board that the command was
erroneous; this is a DEBUG error.
40- MAINS_DROP has failed 1. Interference (spikes)
0109H The firmware of the rotation board 2. Mains drop
has detected the mains_drop signal 3. Cable or connector contact in DC
activation and transmitted error to kV bus between power unit and
control auxiliary unit
4. Rotation board
40- PRD error Rotation board
0110H Firmware checksum, RAM test and
EPLD access are performed at power
up or reset.
40- F0 main frequency problem. Rotation board
0111H EPLD has not applied the inverter
start command.
40- Unknown Rotation error. Software problem
0149H The main software received an error
from rotation board with no error code
assocxiated.

Associated data structure:


PRD error:

component failure:
0001H=RAM
0002H=RAM stack
0200H=EPLD
8000H=program checksum

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rotation database error :


2 bytes data, each value points to a specific parameter found as being erroneous

other errors:
rotation state:
0=inverter OFF
1=acceleration 0 to low speed
2=acceleration 0 to high speed
3=acceleration low speed to high
4=low speed run
5=high speed run
6=high speed to low speed brake
7=brake reverse
8=brake DC

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Filament Heater errors (Code 50)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

50- No CAN message received within 5 1. kV Control main software lost


0201H secs 2. kV control or Heater board driver
The Heater board has not received failure
any command from the kV control 3. Bad contact on one of the pin on
main software for the last 5 sec., the CAN bus line connector
interpreted as a loss of
communication
50- Heater inverter permanent 1. Heater board
0203H overcurrent. (SW limit)
Issued by the heater board when an
overcurrent has been detected and 3
restarts have been tried without
success within 100 ms
50- Filament permanent open circuit. 1. X-ray tube filament open
0204H Issued by the heater board when an 2. Heater to HV tank cable
open has been detected and 3 3. Cathode HV cable or pin contacts
restarts have been tried without 4. Open circuit in filament transformer
success within 100 ms inside HV Tank.
50- Heater Inverter permanent short 1. Heater board
0205H circuit (HW limit)
Issued by the heater board when a
short circuit has been detected and 3
restarts have been tried without
success within 100 ms
50- Filament current too high on inverter 1. Tube Database or calibration
0206H 1 for Pre-Heat 2. Heater board
This is the result of an integrated
value of the RMS current
measurement on Heater board
comparison with max. Tube value in
Database.

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Error code Message/explanation Potential cause

50- Filament current too high on inverter 1. Tube Database or calibration


0207H 1 for Boost 2. Heater board
Same as above
50- Filament current too high on inverter 1. Tube Database or calibration
0208H 1 for Heat 2. Heater board
Same as above
50- Heater command error No hardware failure
0209H Heater board has informed kV control
board that the command was
erroneous; this is a DEBUG error.
50- Current under estimated fork/range Heater board
0210H RMS filament current measurement
(every 0.5 msec.) on heater board is
too high
50- Current under estimated fork range 1. Open circuit
0211H RMS filament current measurement 2. Heater board
(every 0.5 msec.) on heater board is
too low
50- MAINS_DROP detected. 1. Interference (spikes)
0212H The firmware of the Heater board has 2. Mains drop
detected the mains_drop signal 3. Cable or connector contact in DC
activation and has transmitted error to bus between AC/DC and auxiliary
kV control unit
4. Heater board
50- PRD error 1. Heater board
0213H Firmware checksum, RAM test and 2. No -15V on Heater board
EPLD access are performed at power
up or reset.
50- Boost too long on inverter 1. May be a loss of communication during
0214H Boost command stayed longer than boost.
400 ms

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Error code Message/explanation Potential cause

50- Filament selection error. Heater board


0215H The relay on the Heater board
selecting the filament is in the wrong
position with respect to the selection
50- Measured current while inverter OFF Heater board
0216H Inverter current has been measured
while the inverter was not
commanded
50- Filament Database not correct 1. Wrong kV control Database. It can
0221H The firmware of the heater board has only happen at power up.
0222H detected that the Received Database
0223H from kV control contains erroneous
0224H data for Tube 1, 2, 3, or 4.
50- Unknown heater error Software problem.
0248H The main software received an error
0249H from heater board with no error code
associated.

Associated data structure:


PRD error:
component failure:
0001H=RAM
0002H=RAM stack
0200H=EPLD
8000H=program checksum

Filament database error:


2 bytes bitmap (LSByte=small focus, MSByte=large focus)
Each bit points to an erroneous parameter
other errors:
1 byte bitmap with the following structure:
bit7 (MSB) bit6 bit5 bit4 bit3 bit2 bit1 bit0 (LSB)
focus selected tube selected small focus state large focus state
0=small focus selected 1=tube 1 selected 0=inverter OFF 0=inverter OFF
1=large focus selected 2=tube 2 1=preheat 1=preheat
3=tube 3 2=boost 2=boost
4=tube 4 3=heat 3=heat

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Exposure errors (Code 60)

Class 3 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

60- No kV feedback on anode side 1. HV cable short circuit


0306H kV measured <12 kV 0,5 ms after 2. HV tank
start of exposure on anode side only 3. kV control board (less probable)
60- No kV feedback on cathode side 1. HV cable short circuit
0307H kV measured <12kV 0,5ms after start 2. HV tank
of exposure on cathode side only 3. kV control board (less probable)
60- No kV Feedback (on anode and 1. HV tank
0308H cathode) 2. kV control board
kV measured <12 kV 0,5 ms after
start of exposure on both anode and
cathode.
60- kV detected during kV diagnostics. Improper setup before the diagnostic is
0309H KV measured during inverter run.
diagnostics while no kV must be
generated.
60- kV MAX detected kV control
0310H kV reached 160 kV during exposure
60- ILP current not OK. 1. Inverter LC resonant circuit
0311H The current in the parallel resonant (Inverter coil assy, capa inverter
circuit of the inverter did not rise at assy.)
the beginning of the exposure. 2. Inverter
3. kV control
60- ILR current not OK See above
0312H The current in the serial resonant
circuit of the inverter did not rise at
the beginning of the exposure.
60- Inverter max. ILR current detected. 1 HV tank
0313H This is a hardware detection of 2 kV control
maximum current in serial resonant
circuit.
60- ILR Current time out. 1. kV control
0314H The current resonant frequency is 2. Inverter
lower than expected 3. Current measurement circuit.

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Class 3 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

60- Spit Max error. reasonably x-ray tube


0316H kV control has detected the number
of tube spits during exposure has
reached the limit (see theory of
operation, software section)
60- kV did not reach 75% after 20 ms. 1. kV control
0318H Indicates that there were no HV ON
signal generated for exposure time
count-up
60- kV unbalanced detected. HV tank
0319H Detects that there is more than 12 kV
difference between kV+ and kV -
60- FPGA problem; Safety hit with 1. This may be due to transient
0320H unknown reason interference (Spikes).
No error at the inputs while checking 2. SW bug
for error source.
60- ILP and ILR current not OK 1. Inverter LC resonant circuit.
0323H No inverter current measures at the (Inverter coil assy, capa inverter
beginning of the exposure assy, cabling)
2. Inverter
3. kV control board
60- No mA feedback 1. HV tank
0401H mA measurement function: 2. kV control board
kV control has detected no mA 3. x-ray tube (filament open)
feedback 20 ms after the beginning of
the exposure.
60- mA scale error 1. kV control board
0402H mA has been measured to be either 2. default filament currents not
too low or too high with respect to mA correctly adjusted
demand 20 ms after the beginning of 3. HV Tank (improbable)
the exposure
60- mA accuracy exceeded 5% 1. tube spit
0403H Measured mA every 50 msec
(Class 2 error) exceeded 5% of mA demand.
This error is logged, but does not stop
the exposure.
60- Inverter Gate Power Supply error 1. Inverter (gate command board)
0504H gate supply voltage has dropped 2. kV control board
below the level required to drive the 3. Generator input voltage too low or
IGBTs properly line impedance too high
60- Exposure backup mAs exceeded 1. Esposure command line stuck to
0801H The exposure command last so long the active state
that the maximum mAs allowed has 2. kV control board
been reached. 3. Heater board

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Class 3 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

60- Exposure backup time exceeded. 1. System


0802H The exposure command last longer 2. System-Generator cable
than the duration that was loaded by 3. I/F board: exposure line stuck to the
the system (Backup time + 5%.) active state
60- Exp cmd while gene not ready. 1. Software bug/problem
0803H generator received an exposure 2. Cable / communication
command while not in ready state problem
3. External cause (Spikes)
60- Time counter error. kV control board
1406H Error found in verifying the counter
normal operation.
60- mAs counter error kV control board
1407H Error found in verifying the counter
normal operation.
60- AEC counter error 1. ION chamber
1408H If there is no AEC feedback in AEC 2. AEC cable, connection
station exposure. 3. AEC board
4. kV control
60- mAs meter saturated. 1. kV control
1409H A check is done on mAs counter
operation at the beginning of
exposure and found the mAs meter
with unrealistic value.
60- FPGA locked. 1. Software problem
1410H FPGA detected an error and did not 2 kV control
allow start exposure after exposure
command symbol was received

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Power supply (Code 70)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

70- DC bus out if range (<400 or >850) 1. mains problem (Too low or too
0501H high)
2. One phase missing at Generator
input
70- Inverter Gate Power Supply error 1. Mains
0503H (checked at prep) 2. Cable pb
3. Gate command board (Inverter)
4. kV control
70- Mains power supply has dropped unknown
0505H During exposure
70- Unknown LVPS error Software problem
0549H The main software received an LVPS
error with no error code associated.
70- Detected +160 V too high 1. LVPS
0553H +160 V is higher than 225 V 2. Heater board
(measured on heater board)
70- Detected +160 V too low 1. LVPS
0557H +160 V is lower than 110 V 2. Heater board
(measured on heater board)
70- Detected +15 V too high 1. LVPS open circuit
0563H +15 V is higher than 17.3 V 2. Heater board
(measured on heater board)
70- Detected +15 V too low 1. LVPS open circuit
0567H +15 V is lower than 13 V (measured 2. Heater board
on heater board) 3. rotation (short circuit)
kV control (short circuit) (improbable)
70- Detected -15 V too high 1. LVPS open circuit
0573H -15 V is lower than -17.3 V 2. Heater board
(measured on heater board)
70- Detected -15 V too low 1. LVPS (open circuit)
0577H -15 V is higher than -13 V (measured 2. Heater board
on heater board) 3. rotation (short circuit)
4. kV control (short circuit)
(improbable)

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Hardware errors (Code 80)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

80- Rotation board communication 1. Rotation board


0180H problem. 2. Control bus cable
kV control board communication 3. kV control
Watch Dog with Rotation board
popped up because it did not get
reply from Rotation board.
80- Rotation board has reset. 1. Rotation board
0181H kV control has detected the Rotation 2. Interference (Spikes)
board has reset. KV control will
reload Rotation Database.
80- Heater board communication problem 1. Heater board
0280H kV control board communication 2. Control bus cable
Watch Dog with Heater board popped 3. kV control
up because it did not get reply from
Heater board.
80- KV conversion error KV control board
0321H KV feedback measured while no KV
generated
80- kV ref ADC / DAC failed KV control board
0322H kV control DAC and ADC capability
are permanently tested for
coherency.
80- RTL error (+ associated data to check 1. system communication power
0601H which of the 4 RTL lines) supply (for isolated
Real Time Lines show a wrong state. communications)
RTLs are tested on a regular basis in 2. system communication cable
stand by. 3. system interface board
4. system interface to kV control flat
cable
5. kV control board
80- External CAN bus off 1. system communication power
0602H supply (for isolated
communications)
2. system communication cable
3. system interface board
4. system interface to kV control flat
cable
5. kV control board
80- Tube Fan supply error. 1. No 115 V tube cooling supply
0902H Rotation board has detected that a 2. Rotation board
wrong voltage is applied to the tube
fan
80- Internal CAN bus off 3. kV control
1402H Can device on kV control board 4. Control bus cable
detected abnormal level on its 2 line 3. Heater or Rotation
and sent error to the CPU

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Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

80- Connection Fault Multiple, but likely improbable.


1403H One of the flat cable connector is not
connected in Generator.
80- FPGA configuration problem. kV control board.
1404H Detected during power up. The kV
control main software cannot load the
FPGA.
80- Tank temperature sensor problem. kV control
1405H Means that t value of the HV tank is HV tank
< 10C

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Application errors (Code 90)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

90- NV RAM checksum pb. 1. Database problem


0701H Generator kV control board has 2. External cause (Spikes)
detected corruption in the NV Ram 3. kV control
verification (After power up)
90- Software problem. 1. Software or Database problem.
0702H 2. kV control board failure.
90- Watchdog reset has just occurred. 1. Software or Database problem.
0703H This error is logged when the CPU of 2. kV control board failure.
the kV control board is reset by its
Watch Dog timer.
90- Rotation/Heater hold too long. Software problem.
0704H Will pop up if preparation command
from the system is maintained longer
than 3 minutes.

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Communication errors (code 100)

Class 4 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

100- Debug screen com. error Engineering use


0603H
100- Database download error 1. Database file incorrect
0604H Generator has detected a problem 2. Transmission problem
during Database download
100- TAV communication error. 1. Software / laptop problem
0605H Generator has detected a 2. Cable problem
communication problem between the
I/F and the service laptop (When
generator is controlled by the laptop)
100- MPC/Madrid 1. Cable, connection problem between
0606H Communication error. Generator and the console.
No reply from the console. 2. Interface board
(This error message can be seen 3. kV control board
using the service laptop) 4. Cabling between kV control board
and IF board
5. Console problem
100- AEC communication error 1. AEC board
1301H KV Control has detected a 2. I/F board
communication problem with AEC 3. kV control
board. 4. Wiring

Thermal errors (code 110)

Class 5 Message/explanation Potential cause


Error code

110- Tank Thermal Error 1. HV tank too hot; normal error


0804H HV tank temperature measurement 2. HV tank
has reached 60 degree C 3. kV control
110- 70 degree C thermal safety error 1. X-ray tube too hot; normal error
0903H 70 loop detected open 2. Wiring problem
3. Sensor problem (Tube)
4. rotation board

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2-7 Warning Errors

Warning errors are the result of automated and regular background monitoring
for either software events or voltages exceeding thresholds.

Those errors are merely for engineering usage and do not indicate any hardware
error failure.

However, as they are logged into the Generator Err_log file, just as the previous
list of errors, they are listed here to help error review. If many are seen when
viewing error log, we recommend reporting this with a CQA, since the equipment
is still operating.

10 Rotation Warning 0151H CAN Domain command number error


0152H CAN Domain request with no transfer init
0153H CAN Domain Toggle bit error
0154H CAN Domain : less than 2 data to download
0155H CAN Domain Abort received & applied
0156H Bad index in config upload
0157H Tube switch while rotor not off
0158H Acceleration cmd while no tube selected
0159H Acceleration cmd while database not OK
0160H Database download while rotor speeding
0161H Acceleration command not OK
0162H Rotor acceleration while in error
0163H No CAN message received within 4 secs
0164H Rotation Inverter overcurrent (< 3 times)
0199H Unknown rotation warning

20 Heater Warning 0251H Received command is not OK


0252H Heater command not OK
0253H No CAN message received within 4 secs
0254H Heater inverter overcurrent (inverter1) (<3 times)
0255H Filament open circuit (inverter1) (<3 times)
0256H Heater Inverter short circuit (inverter1) (<3times)
0257H Tube switch while filaments not OFF
0258H CAN Domain command number error
0259H CAN Domain request with no transfer init
0260H CAN Domain Toggle bit error
0261H CAN Domain : less than 2 data to download
0262H CAN Domain Abort received & applied
0263H Database download while heater not cut
0299H Unknown heater warning

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25 Low Voltage 0550H No more warn +160V too low or too high
Power Supply
Warnings
0555H Detected +160V too low
0560H No more warn +15V too low or too high
0561H Detected +15V too high
0565H Detected +15V too low
0570H No more warn -15V too low or too high
0571H Detected -15V too strong
0575H Detected -15V too weak
0599H Unknown LVPS warning

27 Application 1401H Saved RAM power supply limit reached


warnings This message is the result of a computation that is
made by the software based on the Date for a
period of approximately 7 years

2-8 Other Failures

Error Message / Potential cause


code explanation
System GENERATOR 1. No power on Generator
does not reply to 2. EMC filter
the system 3. AC/DC- Diode bridge
4. Cable between AC/DC and LVPS
5. LVPS down
6. CAN cable problem
7. kV control
8. CT interface
9. Rotation board
10. Heater board
11. Inverter in short circuit
12. Generator to system cable
3 phases CB1 1. Short circuit on Generator :
breaker trips in IGBT in short circuit
PDU ACDC or bridge rectifier in short circuit
EMC filter in short circuit
Software or Data 1. After software download:
base corrupt -Incorrect or uncompleted download
-Checksum problem

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OTHER FAILURES

Error Message / Potential cause Recommended action Troubleshooting guide


code explanation
Console CONSOLE Console power supply is not Locate the Switch Power DSP1 on the back of
boot up error correct PDU, then adjust VR1 to make 5V terminal out put
5.50.05V.
System GENERATOR 1. No power on the Perform the troubleshooting in the following way:
does not reply Generator 1/ kV control Leds S0-S7 are lit successively: refer
to the system 2. EMC filter to system communication errors (code 06xx H)
3. AC/DC- Diode bridge
2/ Leds S0-S7 show a specific pattern: refer to
4. Cable between AC/DC
PRD errors section
and LVPS
5. LVPS down 3/ Led RESET is lit: board is maintained in reset
6. CAN cable problem either by the system or by a system I/F failure or
7. kV control kV control failure
8. RAD interface 4/ Led HALT is lit: replace kV control
9. AEC board 5/ No Led is lit: verify that +5 V on kV control
10. Rotation board board (J6, pin 2).is present. If yes, replace kV
11. Heater board control. If no:
12. Inverter in short circuit
6/ Verify if +15 V/-15 V is present (Leds DS1/DS2).
13. Generator to system
cable If yes:
Verify that mains_drop line is not stopping the kV
control software (mains_drop active):
6_1/ Check if DS1 LED on LVPS board is lit. If yes,
replace LVPS board.
6_2/ Disconnect Heater board control bus cable.
Check if kV control software starts. If yes,
replace Heater board.
6_3/ Disconnect Rotation board control bus cable
and connect it directly to LVPS board. Check if
kV control software starts. If yes, replace
rotation board.
6_4/ If AEC existing, disconnect AEC cable (J5)
from IF board (J3) cable. Check if kV control
software starts. If yes, disconnect AEC
chambers and connect AEC board to IF board.
If kV control starts, check AEC chambers, else
replace AEC board.
6_5/ Disconnect IF board cable (J10). Check if kV
control software starts. If yes, replace IF
board, else: replace kV control board.
if no:
7/ Verify if +15 V/-15 V is present on rotation board
(DS1/DS2) and the 160 V is present on the
heater board (DS3). If yes: check the control
bus cable to the kV control board. If no error,
change the kV control board. If no:

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Error Message / Potential cause Recommended action Troubleshooting guide


code explanation
GENERATOR 8/ Verify if the LVPS DC input is right. If no, check
does not reply AC/DC fuse and input line
to the system If yes:
(Condt)
9/ disconnect all output cables from the LVPS
board. Verify the +15 V/-15 V/160 V output. If
right: reconnect each board successively to find
the one stucking the 15V to ground. If wrong,
replace LVPS board
3 phases CB1 1. Short circuit on 1/ Disconnect DC bus cables between AC/DC and
breaker trips Generator: inverter (on AC/DC side)
in PDU - IGBT in short circuit 2/ Check if these cables are in short circuit. If yes,
- ACDC or bridge rectifier in replace inverter
short circuit if no,
- EMC filter in short circuit
3/ Remove ACDC board
4/ Check between outputs pins then between
inputs of ACDC board. If short circuit, replace
AC/DC FRU
if no:
5/ Check bridge rectifier, between outputs, if yes,
replace ACDC FRU (including rectifier bridge)
if no:
6/ Check bridge rectifier, between inputs, if yes,
replace ACDC FRU (including rectifier bridge)
if no:
7/ Disconnect AC line input from EMC board.
Check EMC for short circuit between phases. If
short circuit, replace EMC board.
Software or 1. After software download: Retry download
Data base - Incorrect or uncompleted
corrupt download
- Checksum problem
Console Console power does not PDU DPS1:V1 output should be +5V. Adjust the
display reach the specification potentiometer if needed.
malfunction

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2-9 Heating Function diagnostics

HEATING FUNCTION DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to drive the heater inverter(s) on both filaments and all the tubes connected
to the Generator in order to identify a faulty heater FRU or a wrong connection between heater board,
HV Tank and tube(s).

Pre-requisites:
kV control board alive and running: S0-S7 Leds are lit successively or a combination of them blink
heater board alive and running: DS1 and DS2 Leds are lit successively
heater DC supply present: DS3 Led is lit
Test type: No manual interaction

Sequence:
Select the tube to run the test on, start the diagnostic.
The following sequence runs on the small focus and then on the large focus:
5 seconds preheat
0,4 s boost
5 s heat (focal spot max current - 1Amp)
There is 10 s stop time between each focal spot run
During the test, the heater safeties are checked the same way than in application mode.

Error codes reporting:


Refer to the troubleshooting table.

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2-10 Rotation Function diagnostics

ROTATION FUNCTION DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to drive the rotation inverter(s) in high speed mode (for application
supporting high speed mode) and low speed mode on all the tubes connected to the Generator in order
to identify a faulty rotation FRU or a faulty dephasing capacitors FRU or a wrong connection between
rotation board and tube.
Pre-requisites:
kV control board alive and running: S0-S7 Leds are lit successively or a combination of them blink
rotation board alive and running: DS5 Led blinking
rotation DC supply present: DS7 neon is lit
cabling between rotation board and tube checked
Test type:
No manual interaction, no loop on
Sequence:
Select the tube to run the test on, start the diagnostic.
The following sequence runs in low speed mode and then in high speed mode (if high speed mode
allowed):
acceleration (time depends on tube type)
2 s run
brake (time depends on tube type)
There is 2 s stop time between each speed mode.
During the test, the rotation safeties are checked the same way than in application mode.

Error codes reporting:


Error code Associated data Conclusion
0103H Associated data points only to high Power-off. Check if rotation board K2 relay is short
0104H speed mode circuiting the rotor capacitors. If yes replace the rotation
0105H board. If no replace the rotation capacitors
0106H
0103H Associated data points to both high Replace the rotation board
0104H speed and low speed mode
0105H
0106H
For the other error codes, refer to the troubleshooting table.

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2-11 Inverter in Short Circuit Function diagnostics

INVERTER IN SHORT CIRCUIT DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to verify that the HV power inverter is working properly. The inverter is
commanded at a fixed frequency and is loaded with a short circuit. Verification is made that the inverter
currents are correctly set. At the same time verification is made that no High voltage is measured. This
test is performed without connecting the HV Tank to the inverter so that no Xray is generated. Anode
rotation and filament drive are not activated during this test.
Pre-requisites:
Generator input line in an acceptable range (380 V-10% to 480 V+10% for 3-phase AC input)
kV control board alive and running: S0-S7 Leds are lit successively or a combination of them blink
inverter gate_cmd board DC supply present: DS300 neon is lit
inverter dual snubber board DC supply present: DS1 neon is lit
Inverter gate command diagnostic passed without failure
Test type: Manual operation is required.
Sequence:
1.. Disconnect the HV Tank primary cables from the inverter (see HV Tank D/R job card).
Take care not to disconnect at the same time the parallel inductor cable which is tightened with the HV
Tank primary cables
Put the short circuit cable (included in the first aid kit) between the two capacitors as shown:

Check that the parallel inductor cable do not remain unscrewed.

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2.. Power on the Generator


3.. Verify that the DS1 neon on inverter dual snubbers board is lit
4.. Verify that the DS300 neon on inverter gate_cmd board is lit
5.. Start the diagnostic and verify that no error is reported on the operator console
6.. Press the exposure switch (500 ms exposure is taken)
7.. Release the exposure switch
8.. Verify error reported on the console
9.. After exiting the test, power off the Generator
10..Remove the short circuit cable, reconnect the HV Tank primary cables (see HV Tank D/R job card).
11..Verify that the parallel inductor cable is connected.
Error reporting:
error Conclusion
DS1 neon off Check that DC bus cables between AC/DC and inverter
DS300 neon off Check the gate_cmd supply cable between AC/DC and gate_cmd
board
0301/0302/0303/0304/0309/ Check that HV Tank primary cables have been removed.
0310/0319 (H) If yes, replace kV control board
0311 No Ilp current detected. See note 2
0312 No Ilr current detected. See note 3
0313 replace kV control board
0314 Ilr current resonant frequency is lower than expected. See note 4
0320 if problem persists, replace kV control board
0323 Both Ilr and Ilp currents not detected. See note 1
0501 kV control or inverter can be faulty
0503 kV control or inverter can be faulty
0504 kV control or inverter can be faulty
0505 Isolation fault between inverter components and ground. Check inverter
inductors. If no faulty component, kV control or inverter can be faulty
note 1: Ilp and Ilr currents not detected
1.. Check the -15 V (Led DS1) on kV control board (see central listing).
If it is not lit, refer to other failures section. Else:
2.. Power off the Generator. Wait until all neons are off
3.. Check that the currents transformers (capacitor set) to gate_cmd board cable is correctly connected.
If yes:
4.. Check that the inverter inductors are correctly connected. If yes:
5.. Check that the gate_cmd to HV Tank cable and HV Tank to kV control cables are correctly
connected.
If yes, replace the inverter
6.. Reconnect all the cables
note 2: Ilp current not detected

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1.. Power off the Generator. Wait until all neons are off
2.. Check that the parallel inductor is correctly connected. If yes:
3.. Check that the parallel inductor impedance is 0 Ohms. If no: replace inverter. If yes:
4.. Check that inverter capacitors (capacitors set) are not broken. If yes, replace the capacitor set. Else:
5.. Disconnect the currents transformers to gate_cmd board cable. Check that the parallel current
transformer impedance is 0. If no: replace the capacitor set. Else:
6.. Check that the gate_cmd to HV Tank cable and HV Tank to kV control cables are correctly
connected. If yes:
7.. Disconnect the HV Tank to kV control cable. Check that the impedance between pin 20 and pin 21
of J2 of HV Tank is 3,3 Ohms. If no replace the inverter. If yes replace kV control board.
8.. Reconnect all the cables.
note 3: Ilr current not detected
1.. Power off the Generator. Wait until all neons are off
2.. Check that the inductors are correctly connected. If yes:
3.. Disconnect the currents transformers to gate_cmd board cable. Check that the serial current
transformer impedance is 0. If no: change capacitor set. Else:
4.. Check that inverter capacitors (capacitors set) are not broken. If yes, replace the capacitor set. Else:
5.. Check that the gate_cmd to HV Tank cable and HV Tank to kV control cables are correctly
connected. If yes:
6.. Disconnect the HV Tank to kV control cable. Check that the impedance between pin 20 and pin 21
of J2 of HV Tank is 5 Ohms. If no replace iverter. If yes replace kV control board.
7.. Reconnect all the cables
note 4: Ilr current resonant frequency is lower than expected
1.. Power off the Generator. Wait until all neons are off
2.. Check that the inductors are correctly connected. If yes:
3.. Check that the inverter capacitors (capacitors set) are not broken. If yes: replace the capacitor set.
Else:
4.. Disconnect the currents transformers to gate_cmd board cable. Check that the parallel current
transformer impedance is 0. If no: change the capacitor set. Else: replace kV control board.
5.. Reconnect all the cables

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2-12 AEC diagnostics

AEC DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to drive the AEC function in order to identify a faulty AEC, IF or kV control
board FRU or the wrong connection between the AEC board and ion chambers.

Pre-requisites:
application mode without AEC mode is running properly
kV Control board alive and running: S0-S7 LEDs are lit successively or a combination of them blink
cabling between IF board, AEC board and ionization chambers checked.

Test type:
Automated, with the use of Service Laptop

Sequence:
Select AEC function in menu 1 on Service Laptop.
Press V to run the test.
AEC function is verified through a series of 7 tests as follows:
AEC return measurement test:
A voltage reference is switched to one input of the AEC select multiplex.
Nominal value of return voltage = 5.24 V
Test 1 is OK if: 4 V measured value 6 V
This test is also performed at lower frequency count up:
Test 2 is OK if: 4 V measured value 6 V.
Switching Gain test (x10):
A voltage reference is switched to one input of the AEC select multiplex and count up gain is applied.
Nominal value of return volatge = 4.76 V
Test 3 is OK if: 4 V measured value 6 V.
AEC ion chamber HV power supply test:
A portion of HV power supply is switched to one input of the AEC select multiplex:
- No cell selected, Test 4 is OK if return voltage measurement is 0 V.
- Select respectively one of the three cells, left, right, middle.

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Test 5, 6, 7 are OK if: 1 V measured value 3 V.

Error codes reporting:

Error Code Associated Data Conclusion


1111111 (*) None Test OK
Any combination None Test KO = test failed; replace AEC
board
0001000 None Communication error:
- Replace AEC board
- If same problem, apart from a DOA
board, suspect IF board then KV
Control board.

(*) except for AEC board with serial number: 2184569-X: the resulting error code must be 0001111 (test
is OK on this board the HV power supply test is not performed).
For the other error codes, refer to the troubleshooting table.

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2-13 No Load HV diagnostics

NO LOAD HV DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to verify that the HV power inverter and HV tank are working properly. The
exposure is taken as in application mode except that no filament drive nor anode rotation is running.
Verification is made that the inverter currents are correctly set and that kV regulation is operating
properly. As no filament drive is applied, no XRays are generated.
This test also allow to separate Generator from HV cable or x-ray tube problem by running it with or
without the HV cables plugged on the HV tank.
Pre-requisites:
Generator input line in an acceptable range (380 V -10% to 480 V +10% for 3-phase AC input)
kV control board alive and running: S0-S7 Leds are lit successively or a combination of them blink
inverter gate_cmd board DC supply present: DS300 neon is lit
inverter dual snubber board DC supply present: DS1 neon is lit
Inverter gate command diagnostic passed without failure
Inverter in short circuit diagnostic passed without failure
(*) HV Receptacles must be filled with oil if HV cables are removed.
Test type: Manual operation is required.
Sequence:
1.. Power on the Generator
2.. Start the diagnostic and verify:
- error reported on the operator console
- inverter gate_cmd board Leds DS101, DS102, DS201, DS202 are lit: IGBTs gate drive supply is
working properly
3.. Select kV (default = 80 kV) and exposure time (default = 1 sec.).
4.. Press the exposure switch
5.. During the exposure, verify:
- error reported on the operator console
6.. Release the exposure switch
7.. Power off the Generator
Error reporting:
See Troubleshooting Table.

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2-14 Inverter Gate Command diagnostics

INVERTER GATE COMMAND DIAGNOSTICS

Purpose:
The purpose of this test is to verify that the HV power inverter drive is working properly. The IGBTs gate
drive supply and the IGBTs gate drive is verified. At the same time verification is made that no inverter
currents nor High voltage are measured. This test is performed without DC voltage applied to the
inverter so that no Xray is generated. Anode rotation and filament drive are not activated during this test.
Pre-requisites:
generator input line in an acceptable range (380V-10% to 480V+10% for 3-phase AC input)
kV control board alive and running: S0-S7 Leds are lit successively or a combination of them blink
inverter gate_cmd board DC supply present: DS300 neon is lit
Test type: Manual operation is required.
Sequence:
1/ Switch the system OFF. Ensure there is no voltage on AC/DC board
2/ FOR SILHOUETTE VR:
- Remove DC BUS cable going to Inverter (refer to Inverter Mid Power Assembly
Disassembly/Reassembly procedure, section - 1 ).
- Remove the EMC cover (refer to Inverter Mid Power Assembly Disassembly/Reassembly
procedure, section 1 ).
- Refer to Central Listing to GATE COMMAND BOARD and to DUAL SNUB BOARD for leds
location.
3/ Power on the Generator
4/ Verify that the DS1 neon on inverter dual snubbers board is not lit
5/ Start the diagnostic and verify:
error reported on the operator console
inverter gate_cmd board Leds DS101, DS102, DS201, DS202 are lit: IGBTs gate drive supply is
working properly
6/ Press the exposure switch (10 s exposure is taken after a 10 sec. delay)
7/ During the exposure, verify:
error reported on the operator console
inverter gate_cmd board Leds DS100 and DS200 are lit: IGBTs gate drive is working properly
8/ Release the exposure switch
9/ Power off the Generator
10/ Reconnect the 2 DC bus cables from the AC/DC board (see Central Listing).

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Error reporting:

Error Conclusion
DS1 neon lit Check that DC bus cables have been removed
DS300 neon off Check the gate_cmd supply cable between AC/DC and gate_cmd
board
0301/0302/0303/0304/0309/ Check that DC bus cables have been removed.
0310/0311/0312/0313/0314/ If yes, replace kV control board
0319/0323 (H)
0320 if problem persists, replace Kv control board
0501 kV control or inverter fault, replace inverter first
0503 kV control or inverter fault, replace inverter first
0504 kV control or inverter fault, replace inverter first
one of Replace inverter
DS101/DS102/DS201/DS202
LEDs off while no error
reported
DS100 and/or DS200 LEDs Check cabling between kV control, HV Tank and gate_cmd board.
off If cabling is right, kV control or inverter fault, replace inverter first

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CHAPTER 7 - PLANNED MAINTENANCE

SECTION 1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ACTION LIST
The following table lists the required planned maintenance activities and the associated Job Card for each task.

OPERATION FREQUENCY JOB CARD DESCRIPTION


GENERAL
General cleaning and As required PM 001 Keep all surfaces clean and touch-up paint chips
painting
Visual inspection 12 months PM 002 Check for debris that would indicate abnormal wear
Functional checks 12 months PM 003 Perform the tasks described in Chapter 4, Functional Checks
TABLE BASE
Control pedals and 12 months PM 004 Check condition and functioning; ensure pedals and buttons
movement inhibition have free play without any obstruction
buttons
SID display meter 12 months Check that the SID display shows the real SID
Electrical cables 12 months Check condition of cable sheathing and correct routing
Power and ground 12 months Check condition and connections
connections
Connector panel and 12 months Check condition and connections
cable connectors
PATIENT SUPPORT
Surface finish 12 months PM 005 Check condition and clean
Longitudinal bearings 12 months Check condition and lubricate with grease
Longitudinal bearing 12 months Clean and wipe with light machine oil
tracks and rails
Transversal rods and 12 months Check condition; clean and wipe with light machine oil and
bearings lubricate with grease
Rubber bumper end stops 12 months Check condition of stops and tightness of anchoring
(Longitudinal &
transversal)
CASSETTE TRAY AND CARRIAGE
Electrical connector and 12 months PM 006 Ensure connector is in good condition and making good
cable contact; check condition of cable sheathing
Cassette handle 12 months Ensure handle and push button have free play without any
assembly, push button & obstruction
hand holder
Bearings and tracks 12 months Check condition; clean and wipe with light machine oil and
(front and rear) lubricate with grease
Rubber bumper end stops 12 months Check condition of stops and tightness of anchoring
Tray 12 months Check general condition of the tray
Cassette size marker and 12 months Check condition; clean and wipe with light machine oil
locking assembly

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OPERATION FREQUENCY JOB CARD DESCRIPTION


TUBE STAND
Counterweight Cable 12 months PM 007 Inspect and grease length of chains; replace if required
Carriage roller bearing 12 months Clean roller bearings and tracks
inspection
Vertical lock 12 months Clean and inspect
ACCESSORIES
Compression band 12 months PM 008 Check condition
Patient hand grips 12 months Check condition
GENERATOR
Check generator 12 months PM 009 1. Test exposure, including AEC if present
functions 2. Record last error codes
3. Record result on counters
4. Check technique factors
5. Tighten terminals and remove dust
Replace NonVolatile RAM Every 8 Years PM JEDI 15-2 1. Upload database
on the kV Control Board 2. Battery replacement
3. Download database
MMS Collimator
Mirror 6 months Wipe off the dust with clean cloth
Cross marked plate 3 months Wipe off the dust with antielectro-static agent
Movable parts Once per 18000 Adjustment and lubrication (grease etc ) and checking
operation cycles movable mechanical parts by service engineer
Check of difference of 12 months Upon replacement of lamp by service engineer
light field and x-ray field
Check the collimator 12 months 1. Check the flange.
mounting screws 2. If the collimator mounting screws are loose, apply LOCTITE
onto the screws.
WALL STAND (Optional component)
General cleaning and As required PM 001 Keep all surfaces clean and touch-up paint chips
painting
Visual inspection 12 months PM 002 Check for defects that would indicate abnormal wear
Functional checks 12 months PM 003 Perform the tasks described in Chapter 4, Functional Checks
Counterweight Cable 12 months PM 007 Inspect and grease length of chains; replace if required
Carriage roller bearing 12 months Clean roller bearings and tracks
inspection
Vertical lock 12 months Clean and inspect

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SECTION 2
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE JOB CARDS

The following pages list the preventive maintenance Job Card detailed activities.

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/1 PM 001


subassembly: General Cleaning and Painting
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time:15 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
Cleaning liquids and compounds.
Touch-up paint.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

prerequisites
None.

PROCEDURE
1) Remove power from the system.

2) Carefully clean all surfaces of the system. Note any paint damage as you clean the system.

3) Apply touch-up paint to any paint-damage areas.

4) Reapply power to the system.

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subassembly: Visual Inspection
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time:15 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

PREREQUISITES
None.

PROCEDURE
1) Remove power from the system.

2) Visually check around the moving parts of the system for any debris, wear or damage. This includes tabletop,
tube stand, XRT mount, collimator moving parts and the wall stand if present.

3) If any debris, wear or damage is observed, replace or repair the affected areas.

4) Reapply power to the system.

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/1 PM 003


subassembly: Functional Checks
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 45 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
No specific precautions.

PREREQUISITES
None.

PROCEDURE
Follow the functional checks specified in Chapter 4 of this Service Manual.

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subassembly: Table Base Maintenance
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 45 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
Measuring tape.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work as indicated in the procedure steps .

Check that the power is off.

prerequisites
None.

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PROCEDURE

A) Control Pedals and Movement Inhibition Buttons


1) Confirm the control pedal unlocks the table top when depressed and locks the table top in place
when released. Adjust the locks as required if there is inappropriate table motion.
2) Confirm that each of the 4 movement inhibit buttons on the control panel release the appropriate lock
when depressed and locks the relevant motion when released. Adjust the locks as required if there is
inappropriate motion.

B) SID display meter


1) Position SID to lowest level
2) Note position indicated on SID display
3) Measure physical SID with measuring tape
4) Confirm SID display is correctand adjust SID display as needed
5) Repeat steps 2-4 with SID at highest level

C) Electrical cables
1) Remove power from system
2) Check condition of all cables including cable sheathing, connectors and overall condition;
if any cable damage is noted, replace or repair affected cable
3) Confirm that the cables are correctly routed

D) Power and ground cables


1) Check that power is removed from system
2) Check condition of all power and ground cables including cable sheathing, connections and
overall condition; if any cable damage is noted, replace or repair affected cable
3) Confirm that the cables are correctly routed

E) Connector panel and cable connectors


1) Check that power is removed from system
2) Check condition of all interconnection cables including cable sheathing, connections and
overall condition; if any cable damage is noted, replace or repair affected cable
3) Confirm that the cables are correctly routed
4) Reapply power when complete

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subassembly: PATIENT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 45 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
Grease.
Light Machine Oil.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

PREREQUISITES
None.

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PROCEDURE

A) Surface finish

Remove the dust from the table top and table topside rails.

B) Longitudinal bearingsRemove the dust.

C) Longitudinal bearing tracks and rails

Remove the dust from the bearing tracks and rails. Add the light machine oil on the tracks and rails.

D) Transversal rods and bearings

Remove the dust.

E) Rubber bumper end stops (longitudinal and transversal)

Verify the bumper stops have no cracks and one fixed tightly.

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subassembly:Cassette Tray And Carriage Maintenance
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 45 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
Grease.
Light Machine Oil.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

PREREQUISITES
None.

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PROCEDURE

A) Electrical connector and cable

Confirm properly connected.

B) Cassette handle assembly, push button and hand holder

Check the push button function. Check the movement with the handle functions.

C) Bearings and tracks (front and rear)

Remove the dust and add grease or light machine oil.

D) Rubber bumper and stops

Confirm the bumper and stops have no cracks and are fixed tightly.

E) Tray

Confirm the pull-in and pull-out movement is smooth.

F) Cassette size marker and locking assembly

Check the cassette size marker is firmly set and the cassette locking assembly is functional.

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subassembly: Tube Stand And Wall Stand Maintenance
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 45 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
Grease.
Light Machine Oil.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

PREREQUISITES
None.

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PROCEDURE

A) Counterweight chain (Tube stand)

Check the chain is fixed tightly.

B) Carriage roller bearing inspection

Corresponding movement operates smoothly.

C) Vertical lock

Confirm proper function.

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subassembly: ACCESSORIES MAINTENANCE
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 15 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
None.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
No specific precautions.

PREREQUISITES
None.

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PROCEDURE

A) Compression band

Mount and remove the compression band on the table top.

B) Patient hand grips

Mount and remove the hand grips on the table top rails.

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subassembly: GENERATOR FUNCTIONAL CHECKS
purpose: Maintenance Procedure version no. A
date: 05-Dec-98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel: 1
from / / from Time: 60 min
to / / to

SUPPLIES
Film.
Error-code recording form.
X-ray counter recording form.

TOOLS
Laptop.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
No specific precautions.

PREREQUISITES
None.

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PROCEDURE

1.1 Test exposure


Post display initialization:
Connect the service Laptop
Run the service software
Go to calibration mode by using keys ALT and S
Go to MENU 5 with arrow keys
Press (F7) to select DSPL
Press (F1) to select Display ON
Press Q to quit the program and return to application mode

1.2 mA accuracy
Run the exposures in table below and check if the mA value on post display (Z key) is between the min
and max value.

If not , run the same exposure 10 times with exposure time set to 12.5ms and then check again.

Focus Parameter mA results min and max


(Post Display) value
Small 40 kV 100mA 50ms 90-110
Small 80kV 100mA 50ms 90-110
Small 120kV 100mA 50ms 90-110
Large 40 kV 200mA 50ms 180-220
Large 80kV 200mA 50ms 180-220
Large 120kV 200mA 50ms 180-220

1.3 AEC functionality check (if existing)


Put 15cm of Plexiglas or a plastic bucket with 15 cm of water on the table top
Select Two point mode (mAs)
Set kV to 80 kV and mAs to 600
Run the exposure
Develop the film
Check that the density is 1 +/-10%.If not redo AEC calibration. (See Job card in chapter 3)

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2. Record last error codes


Go to calibration mode by using keys ALT and S
Go to MENU 2 with arrow keys
Press (F3) to select LIST
Press (F5) to select the first error code
Fill the chart below with the error code number
Then use F5 key for following error code.
Refer to diagnostic section (Chapter 6) for fix if necessary.

Simplified Error Error Generator Error Data associated with Number of Date and
Code Code Phase Class the Error Code occurrences Time
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
28
29
30
Refer to diagnostic section (Chapter 6) for fix error (if necessary).
Clear the Error Log after checking. (Use CTRL and H keys, then confirm with W key).

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3. Record results on counters

Go to calibration mode by using keys ALT and S


Go to MENU 2 with arrow keys
Press (F5) to select NEXP(Number of EXPosures)
Press (F5) to select the first counter
Fill the chart below with the counter number
Then use F5 key for following counter.

Counter name Data Explanation


No WARM-UP Dont care Number of skipped warm-up (N/A)
RX GSF H Cumulated exposure time on Small Focus
RXGLF H Cumulated exposure time on Large Focus
RXSCOP Dont care Cumulated exposure time in Fluoro (N/A)
ROTANOD H Cumulated anode rotation time
NEXPSF Cumulated number of exposure on Small Focus
NEXPLF Cumulated number of exposure on Large Focus
N100%SF Dont care Cumulated number of exposure on Small Focus at
100% (N/A)
N100%LF Dont care Cumulated number of exposure on Large Focus at
100% (N/A)
NAMOR Cumulated Number of spits
KJSF E Cumulated dissipated power on Small Focus
KJLF E Cumulated dissipated power on Large Focus
TIME ON H Total Generator Power On (not erasable)
N EXP G Total generator number of exposure (not erasable)

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4. Check technique factors

Run the Accuracy checks in Functional Check procedure in Chapter 4.

Make a copy of illustrations 3, 4, 5, and 6 and fill it with the results you get.

5. Tighten terminals and remove dust

- Tighten the inputs connections on generator, located near the labels on AC/DC module
(refer to illustration in disassembly / reassembly section).
- Tighten the DC bus connections on generator located on the upper side of the
generator (refer to illustration in disassembly / reassembly section).
- Verify if all connectors are correctly plugged in.
- Remove dust by using a vacuum cleaner.

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THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/2 PM JEDI 15-2


subassembly: Replace Generator NonVolatile Parameters RAM
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. B
date: 15/10/98
NF No. Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
from / / from Time:45m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Remove power from the system before beginning work.

Check that the power is off.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Upload the database that is stored in the RAM before starting the replacement procedure
refer to JobCard Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters

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Remove and Replace the RAM

On the kV Control board, note the direction that the RAM faces. Insert the tip of a small screw driver underneath
left side of U32 and lever gently, then grasp it between your thumb and forefinger and pull it directly away from its
support on the board.

Insert the new Nonvolatile Parameters RAM in its place. Be careful to insert it facing in the same direction.

U32

kV control Board

Refer to Central Listing section for more details.

This NV RAM contains a LITHIUM CARBON MonoFlouride


(LiCFx) battery, used to provide the battery backup for the
CAUTION static RAM and the time keeper device.Electrical
Characteristics: 3 V - 49 mAh type BR 1225.Resend the former
component to your local GEMS representative for recycling.

Download Database

Reapply power.
Download the database (refer to Job Card Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters).

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CHAPTER 8 - RENEWAL PARTS

SECTION 1
SILHOUETTE VR SYSTEM RENEWAL PARTS LIST

Note: Refer to Section 2 for information regarding JEDI Generator Renewal


Parts.

Note: Refer to the next several pages for illustrations of the parts listed below:

Item GPCP Part# Name Description Quantity/unit


1 2226325 Transformer 250VA, input:380V, output:100V, 1
2 050-1018 Transformer 300VA, input:380V, output:24V, 1
3 2226325-3 Contactor SK-50, 50A, 600V 1
4 2226325-4 No Fuse Breaker NF-SF50, 50A, 480V 1
5 2226325-5 Relay MY4, AC100V 1
6 2226325-6 Relay LY2, DC12V 1
7 2226325-7 Noise filter ZGB2202-01U 1
8 2226325-8 Spark killer CR-30151 1
9 2226325-9 Fuse 61NM, 2.5A/250V 1
10 2226325-10 Fuse 61NM, 5A/250V 1
11 2226325-11 Fuse 61NM, 8A/250V 1
12 2226325-12 Fuse RS414-033, 2A/500V 2
13 2226325-13 SW power supply HKT-75-525 1
14 2226325-14 Bridge S25VB600 1
15 2226325-15 Capacitor SME 100LGSN2200MB 1
16 2226325-16 Resistor RHA25-G1J 1
17 2226325-17 EM lock(1) Cassette tray & Tube stand longitudinal travel 2
18 2226325-18 EM lock(2) Tube rotation 1
19 2226325-19 EM lock(3) Tube arm vertical travel 1
20 2226325-20 EM lock(4) Table top longitudinal movement 4
21 612-2202 EM lock(5) Table top lateral movement 4
22 2226325-22 Cassette tray assembly 1
23 2259298-111 Steel string assembly 2
24 2226325-24 Lamp for power indicator DGR-3 1
25 2226325-25 Switch JS606 4
26 2226325-26 Micro switch Z-15G1308 1
27 2226325-27 Micro switch VS10N061-C2 1
28 2226325-28 Push switch PB-307A 1
29 2226325-29 Bearing GB278 80301 2
30 2226325-30 Bearing GB278 80017 1
31 2226325-31 Bearing GB278 80200 4
32 2226325-32 Bearing GB278 80201 4
33 2226325-33 Bearing GB278 60203 2
34 2226325-34 Bearing GB278 80101 2
35 2226325-35 Bearing GB278 80027 2
36 2226325-36 Linear bearing LB254058 2
37 2226325-37 Bearing NAKD 30 2
38 2226679 X-ray tube E7240X 1
39 220-0115 Collimator MS-18SN 1
40 2275895 Knob of Collimator MS-18N-01-1 1
41 2226325-40 Collimator lamp 150W, AC24V 1
42 2226325-41 Console CPU Board Modified MPC board 1
43 2212259-2 Generator Jedi 1
44 2226680 X-ray tube RAD-12 1
45 2226519 Console Operator Console 1
46 2226687 Grid For Table 1
47 2259298-76 Tube Forks 1
48 2252611-2 Ion chamber For Table 1

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Item GPCP Part# Name Description Quantity/unit


49 2259298-78 Pulling rod Pulling the rod to move the cassette tray 1
50 2259298-79 Joint axle Connected with pulling rod 1
51 2259298-97 Table side cover (pair) 1 pair
52 2259298-81 Spring for foot pedal 1
53 2259298-82 Foot pedal 1
54 2259298-83 Table top bumper 4
55 2259298-84 Table tray bumper 2
56 2226325-23 Column spring 2
57 2259298-86 Hand switch assembly 1
58 2259298-91 Console key switch 1
59 2351400 Table Top 1
60 612-2510 Table top frame assembly 1
61 2384229 Rotating plate assembly 1
62 2382369 VR Spanish Label Kit 1
63 613-1006 Hand Shank 1
64 2377851 Switch Power Supply 1
65 5167409 AID Ion Chamber 1
66 5167409-1 AID Ion Chamber with 4 For Table 1
meters cable
67 5129405 MMS Collimator 1
68 5136302 MMS Collimator Lamp 1
Wall
Stand
1 2259298-100 Bearing Used for steel string assembly 2
2 2259298-101 Slide block Used for side rail 4
3 2259298-102 Bearing Used for side rail 8
4 2259298-103 Limiting rubber block 2
5 2259298-104 Steel string assembly 2
6 2226325-42 Cassette tray Single side load 1
7 2259298-105 Cassette tray Double side load 1
8 2259298-106 Wall stand panel Single side load 1
9 2259298-107 Wall stand panel Double side load 1
10 2259298-108 Decorative washer Used for panel 4
11 2259298-109 Handle 2
12 2385418 Handle Seat Assembly 1
13 2259298-75 Grid For Wall Stand 1
14 2252611-3 Ion chamber For Wall Stand 1
15 615-2103 Nut For Wall Stand 2
16 5167409 AID Ion Chamber 1
17 5167409-2 AID Ion Chamber with 24 For Wall Stand 1
meters cable
Cable
1 2259298-85 HV cable 2
2 2259298-87 PDU-Table cable 1
3 2259298-88 Console Power Cable 1
4 2259298-89 Console Communication 1
Cable
5 2259298-90 Rotation Cable 1
6 2259298-98 Chest stand grounding 1
Cable
7 5166493 4m Interconnecting cable for For Table 1
AID Chamber
8 5166654 24m Interconnecting cable For Wall Stand 1
for AID Chamber
9 610-2021 Table cable assembly 1 1
10 610-2022 Table cable assembly 2 1

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ILLUSTRATION 1
PDU (FRONT) ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Item# 4

Item# 3

Item# 12

Item# 12

Item# 8

Item# 26

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ILLUSTRATION 2
PDU (REAR) ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Ite m # 2

Ite m # 1

Ite m # 1 3 /6 4

Ite m # 1 6 Ite m # 7

Ite m # 1 5 Ite m # 1 4

Ite m # 1 1 Ite m # 5

Ite m # 1 0 Ite m # 6

Ite m # 9

Item #52

Item #53

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ILLUSTRATION 3
SYSTEM ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Item #58

Item #57
Item# 41

Item# 24

Item# 25

Item #43

Item #42

Item #39

Item# 40

Item# 38
Item #44

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ILLUSTRATION 4
CASSETTE TRAY ASSEMBLY ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Item # 63

Item #30

Item #17

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ILLUSTRATION 5
TABLE ASSEMBLY ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Item #50
Item #60
Item #54 Item #32 Item #35
Item #49

Item #55

Item #66
Item #51

TBD
Item #21

Item
TBD #20

Item #36

Item #48 Item #46 Item #59

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ILLUSTRATION 6
TUBE ARM ILLUSTRATED PARTS

Item#31

Item#29

Item #47

Item# 23

Item #18 Item #56

Item#17

Item#34

Item#33

Item #61

Item #62
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ILLUSTRATION 7
WALL STAND PARTS
Item #3
Item #1

Item #2
Item #15

Item #10

Item #12 Item #11 Item #13


Item #8,9 Item #6,7

Item #7 Item #6
Item #5

Item #4

Item #17

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Replace Collimator Lamp


ONLY THE LAMP OFFERED BY GEHL OR SPECIFIED IN THE MANUAL CAN BE USED
WARNING AS REPLACED PART. OTHERWISE IT MAY CAUSE ISSUE OF LIGHT ILLUMINANCE,
EDGE CONTRAST OR LIGHT/X-RAY FIELD ALIGNMENT.

1. Removing the defective lamp


Remove the collimator rear cover (refer to Figure 1)
Unplug the connector of the lamp

Tape Scale

Lamp

Angle Plate

Rear Cover Rear Cover


Inside Outside

Figure 1 Collimator Lamp Exchange Cover

Screw

Figure 2 Collimator Lamp Exchange

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IF THE LAMP OF THE LIGHT LOCALIZER REMAINS ILLUMINATED FOR A LONGER


WARNING PERIOD OF TIME, THE CLOSING MAY HEAT UP. PLEASE AVOID TOUCHING THE
LAMP HOLDER UNTIL IT COOLS DOWN. MUST WEAR CLEAN GLOVE AND AVOID
ANY STAIN ON THE LAMP BULB AND BE CAUTIOUS SO AS NOT BREAK BULB TO
HURT HAND OR EYES.

2. Mount new lamp


Insert new lamp to the position (to make the bulb conductor contact with the lamp socket.
Verify if there is misalignment . Usually, the lamp and mirror doesnt need adjusting. So if
misalignment occur, loosen the two screws (part 1 of Figure 3)to adjust lamp socket slightly
to compensate the misalignment in transverse direction, adjust the mirror(part 2 of Figure 3)
angle to compensate the misalignment in longitude direction (refer to Figure 3) by loosening
the screw(part 1 of Figure 3) after removing the center cross window.

WHEN ADJUST THE MIRROR ANGLE, NEVER CONTACT IT DIRECTLY BY HAND TO


WARNING AVOID LEAVING ANY STAIN ON THE MIRROR. THIS SHALL BE DONE BY QUALIFIED
FIELD ENGINEER WITH CLEAN GLOVE. OTHERWISE, IT WOULD LEAD TO THE
DETERIORATING FOR PERFORMANCE OF MIRROR.

Screw Mirror
Figure 3 Mirror Angle Adjustment

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SECTION 2
JEDI GENERATOR RENEWAL PARTS
2-1 Introduction

This Section provides information for the identification of Renewal Parts for the
JEDI 50 R 1T generator.

2-2 JEDI Generator Renewal Parts List

GPCP Part Number Name Description Quantity/


Unit
2216578 PWB Heater Board JEDI Program V2.02 1
2214605-3 PWB Rotation Board JEDI Program V3.02 1
2212166 Transformer LVPS 3PH V3 1
2215814 Inverter Mid Power Inverter Assy 1
2214606-2 PWB Programmed kV Control Board P 3.2 1
2214995 PS Assy AC/DC 3PH Board Assy 1
2209840 Filter EMC Filter 1
2217057 Spare First Aid Spare 1
2214527 HV Transformer HV Tank (ref: 2186730 FRU order is 2214527) 1
2184567-4 PWB RAD I/F Board 1
2184569-2 PWB AEC Board 1

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2-3 FRU Information

Information shown for each FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) is explained below.
Wherever possible, the FRU or its position is illustrated for easy identification.

FRU name

Part number for


Inverter PW Assembly2187001
FRU: 1 FRU Codes:
Job Card D/Rxxx
FRU: 1 Critical (Spare available in stock)
Inverter Capa Assembly FRU: 2 Not Critical (Not in stock, but may be
2203900 ordered)
FRU: 2 FRU: Not Available (Not a field replaceable unit)
Job Card D/Rxxx Repairable
Notes: The quantity is 1 if not specified. The FRU
is not repairable if not specified.

Notes. These may include:


Reference to an illustration with more information
Reference to a relevant Disassembly/Reassembly Job
Card Items included with the FRU etc.

Items shown in this way are included in


immediately above, but may also be

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2-4 Jedi 50 R 1T Structure

JEDI 50 R 1T
2212259-2

JEDI STD HV Tank


2214527

Power Unit HLB


2214447-2

Module Auxiliaries 50 R 1T
2215808
System cable
2214511
Module Power 50 R 1T
2229597
CAN Cable
2221983
Equipped AC/DC 50 R 1T
2221722
Service Tools
2228546
Interface Module 50 R 1T
2205629-2

First Aid Spares


2217057

AEC Board (option)


2204112-2

AEC I/F Cable


2202419

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2-5 Renewal Parts

ILLUSTRATION 7
JEDI 50 R 1T GENERATOR LOCATION OF MAIN ASSEMBLIES

AC/DC Unit
Interface Unit

Power Unit
Auxiliary Unit

TOP VIEW

Interface
Unit
AC/DC Unit

Power Unit Auxiliary Unit

Jedi Standard
HV Tank

REAR VIEW

Miscellaneous Items:
First aid spares: Services tools

1 short circuit cable Service software, No. 2227656


1 fuse 15 A 700 VDC 9-wire service cable, No.
2207478
1 fuse 10 A 250 V 2228546
10 M48 mm screws, FRU: 2
10 tiewraps
2217057
FRU: 1

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ILLUSTRATION 8
JEDI 50 R 1T AC/DC UNIT, INTERFACE UNIT & AUXILIARY UNIT

AC/DC 3 Phase Mid Power


Assy (Board & Rectifier
+ 2 cables)
2214995
EMC Filter Board FRU: 1
2209840 Job Card D/R JEDI 17-30
FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-29

AC/DC Unit

RAD I/F Board V1 AEC Board V1


2184567-4 2184569-2
RAD I/F Board V2 AEC Board V22222253
2226456FRU: 1 FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-25 Job Card D/R JEDI 17-36

Interface Unit

Rotor Board High Speed


2214605-3
FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-35

LV Power Supply 3 Ph Board


2212166
Filament Board 1 Inv. FRU: 1
2214604 Job Card D/R JEDI 17-33
FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-34

Auxiliary Unit

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ILLUSTRATION 9
JEDI 50 R 1T POWER UNIT

Inverter Coils Mid Power Assy Capa Inverter Assy


2200700 2229505
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-31 Job Card D/R JEDI 17-32

A
Non-Volatile parameters
RAM
2159419
FRU: 2
Job Card PM JEDI 15-2

Programmed kV Control
Board
2214606-2
FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-26

Inverter Mid Power Assy


2215814FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-24

Jedi Standard HV Tank


2214527
FRU: 1
Job Card D/R JEDI 17-23

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2-6 Cables

DC_BUS N to INVERTER
DC_BUS P to INVERTER

DC_BUS to Auxiliary
88 Unit (Rotation Board)
DC_BUS to
Power Unit
J1 J3
Not Used 9pts (Gate Command
J4 AEC Board DC_BUS+ Board)
DC_BUS- J1 J2 J3
PH3 PH2 PH1 DC_BUS M
Not Used 9
pts
J7 16
pts J5
Not Used PH1
9
pts
J5
Room Door PH2
Interface 9
pts J6 J2&TP2 J1&TP1
W22 9pts 9pts PH3
9
pts
J8
EMC Board AC/DC Board
Service
Laptop
25
pts
J9
Console
I/F Board

1
1
J3 16
64
pts J10 pts

2
2
AC/DC Unit
9
AEC1 pts
33
AEC2
9
pts
THREE PHASES
Interface Unit + Ground from PDU
From
KV Control
board
Keyed
Connections

1
1 55
I/F RAD - AEC cable (option) KV Measure - Gate Command cable
2202419 2198185
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
22 6
6
Assy AEC cable KV Measure - KV Control cable
2208000 2198191
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
33 KV control - I/F RAD cable 77 ROT / LVPS / Heater cable
2202418 2215903
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
44 CAN cable
8
8 System cable
2221983 2214511
FRU: 2 FRU: 2

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88

DC_BUS N
DC_BUS P 70 o C
DC_BUS to ACDC Unit J1
to Tube
DC_BUS to ACDC Unit J3
to Tube Rotor
NP

anode cathode 1 1 1
11 9 6 5 4 3 1

Inverter Power Unit 1


- + L0S
26 J2 1 -+ ACP F F
pts J1 J3
J2A
ILr ILp Rotation Board
blue grey High Speed
grey red HV Tank
1 J1A CF-N CF-P
26pts
1
J1
Gate J4 KV Measure
Command1 Board 26pts
J1
J3 J2
J2
LVPS
Board 34
pts
34
pts
CAN Board CF1 CF2
J3 J2
1 CF3 CF4
50pts
26 pts

CAN 7
7
55 66 26pts
J1 CF1 CF2

KV Control 50pts 44 Filament Board 1 Inv.


3
3 J2
Board 1
26
J1 J3 pts
64 Auxiliary Unit
to IF Board pts

Keyed
Connections

1
1 55
I/F RAD - AEC cable (option) KV Measure - Gate Command cable
2202419 2198185
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
22 6
6
Assy AEC cable KV Measure - KV Control cable
2208000 2198191
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
33 KV control - I/F RAD cable 77 ROT / LVPS / Heater cable
2202418 2215903
FRU: 2 FRU: 2
44 CAN cable
8
8 System cable
2221983 2214511
FRU: 2 FRU: 2

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SECTION 3
JEDI GENERATOR DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY

3-1 Introduction

This section provides information to dismount and remount FRU (Field


Replaceable Unit).

3-2 Tools

Serviceability of Jedi Generator requires the following tools:

F I

C
E
a

D G
B H
Digital Multimeter (A)
Phillips Screwdriver (B)
Allen Key (C)
Screwdriver With Interchangeable Socket Head (D)
Long Extension for Ratchet Wrench (E)
Short Extension for Ratchet Wrench (F)
Cutting Pliers (G)
High Voltage Wrench (H)
Ratchet Wrench (I)
Socket Wrench (J)
Hexagonal Head Socket Set (K)

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SILHOUETTE VR 1/6 D/R JEDI 17-3


subassembly: HV Tank, 1 Tube, 1-3 Phase
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:1h 30m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

3 mm Allen wrench.

13 mm socket with ratchet.

Cclamp for HV connections.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

Upload the database that is stored in the RAM before starting the replacement procedure (refer to
JobCard Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters).

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.
WARNING

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SILHOUETTE VR 2/6 D/R JEDI 17-3

DISASSEMBLY

1. To release the Power Unit, follow the instructions of Disassembly / Reassembly procedure of
Inverter Mid Power Assembly.
Observe the Caution relating to dangerous voltages, and the Warning relating to the weight of
the generator!

Do not remove the two EMC panels from the top of the Power
NOTICE Unit.

2. Disconnect the cable 1 connected to J3 on the KV


Measure Board.

4
3. Disconnect the short ribbon cable 2 connecting J2 on the 1
Gate Command board (Inverter Assembly) to J1 on the KV
Measure Board (HV Tank).

4. Disconnect the wider short ribbon cable 3 connecting J2 2


on the KV Control Board to J2 on the KV Measure board
(HV Tank).

5. Using a 13 mm socket wrench, remove the three


nuts 4 attaching the primary coil flat cables to the
round capacitors located on the shelf just above
the KV Control Board. 5

6. Remove the two screws 5 on the HV Tank rear


side.

Take great care not to let screws


NOTICE fall into the HV connector receptacles.
Cover them with plastic caps.

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7. Remove the 5.5 mm screws: three at the front side 6 (two at right,
one at left) and three at the right side 7 .
8
7
8. At the rear side, remove the eight 3 mm Allen screws 8 which
secure the heat sink of the Inverter Mid Power Assembly to the HV
Tank.

9. Take off the assembly constitued by five parts: EMC covers, Coils
Inverter Assy, Capa Inverter Assy, Mid Power Assy and KV
Control Board. The HV Tank is now free 9 .

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REASSEMBLY
Reverse the disassembly procedure to reassemble and replace the unit.
1. Mount the flat cable J1 on the kV Measure Board of the new HV Tank (refer to (refer to
Disassembly section 2 ).

2. Reassemble the HV Tank with the other elements of the Power Unit (refer to Disassembly section
9 ).

3. Mount the eight 3 mm Allen screws to secure the heat sink of the Inverter Mid Power Assembly to
the HV Tank. (refer to section Disassembly 8 ).

Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm).

4. Put back the 3 front 5.5 mm hex head screws (refer to section Disassembly 6 ), one at the left side,
two at the right side.

Tighten them between 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).


5. Reconnect the short ribbon cable from J1 on the KV Measure board to J2 on the Gate Command
board (refer to section Disassembly 2 ).
6. Using the 13 mm socket wrench, connect the primary coil flat cables to the three capacitors 1 ).

The two flat cables with white bands on them go both


together on the middle capacitor with the parallel resonant
CAUTION
cable (refer to section Reassembly 2 ).

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7. Reconnect the cable to J3 on the KV Measure Board (refer to section Disassembly 1 ).


Tighten the nuts to 8 N.m (80 kg.cm).

8. Reconnect the wider short ribbon cable from J2 on the kV Control board to J2 on the kV Measure
Board (refer to section Disassembly 3 ).

9. Mount the two 5.5 hex head screws securing the cover to the HV Tank on the HV outlet side (refer
to section Disassembly 5 ) and the three screws on the other side (refer to section Disassembly 7 ).

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Tighten the screws between 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

10. Mount the Power Unit on the support plate.

THE POWER UNIT WEIGHTS 30 KG (66 POUNDS).


WARNING

11. Refer to Disassembly / Reassembly procedure of Inverter Mid Power Assembly to complete
reassembly of the Unit.

12. Put 5 cl of oil into the HV receptacles. Reconnect the HV cables.

VERIFY
Connect the service laptop (refer to Service Software User Guide JOB CARD) and proceed to HV no
load diagnostics to ensure correct operation.

Skip steps Gate Command and Inverter in Short Circuit diagnostics.

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subassembly: Inverter Mid-Power Assembly
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:2h
to / / to
SUPPLIES
None.
TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.
3 mm Allen wrench.
13 mm socket wrench with ratchet.
Cclamp for HV connections.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

LOOK THROUGH THE FRONT OF THE POWER UNIT;


OBSERVE LEDS DS 1 AT THE TOP OF THE DUAL SNUB
CAUTION
BOARD AND DS 300 AT THE RIGHT HAND END OF THE
GATE COMMAND BOARD. IF EITHER IS LIT, WAIT UNTIL
BOTH ARE OFF BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER. THESE
LEDS INDICATE THE PRESENCE OF DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
ON THE POWER SUPPLY CAPACITORS.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

JEDI 50 R 1T Generator general view

3
1
1
3
4

4 2 2

TOP view
FRONT VIEW

5
1
1 AC/DC UNIT
4
2 POWER UNIT

3 INTERFACE UNIT
2
4 AUXILIARY UNIT
3
5 SUPPORT PLATE

REAR view

TABLE BUCKY
WALL BUCKY
DOOR
LAP TOP
CONSOLE
AEC2 AEC1

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Remove the Auxiliary Unit

1. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the ground


cable on the top of the generator 1 .
1
2. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws
holding the Auxiliary Unit on the support plate 2 .
2

3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing,


between the Auxiliary Unit and the Interface Unit.

4. Remove the Auxiliary Unit.


3
Remove the Interface Unit

1. The Interface Unit appears after removing the


Auxiliary Unit. Release the flat ribbon cable 1 , 2
making it sliding along the cover panel 2 of the 1
Interface Unit.

2. Unscrew twelve 5.5 mm screws that retain the


cover panel and remove this one 2 .

3. On the I/F Rad Board, disconnect the flat wide


ribbon cable J10 3 linked to the KV Control Board.

THE POWER UNIT WEIGHTS


WARNING 30 KILOGRAMS (66 POUNDS).
DO NOT TRY TO LIFT IT
WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
3

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4. Unscrew twelve 5.5 mm screws securing the


Interface Unit box to the Power box.

5. Taking care of the flat wide ribbon cable 3 ,


remove the Interface Unit box. The components of 3
the Power Unit appear: coils assembly, capacitors
assembly, KV Control Board.

Remove the AC/DC Unit and the support plate

3
1. On the top of the generator, the two connectors 1 are fixed
mecanically on the support plate. Unscrew connectors 5

screws in order to release the 4 power cables 2 coming


from the Power Unit and the AC/DC Unit. 2
1

2. Remove the screw securing the ground cable 3 on the


AC/DC Unit. Disconnect the cable linking the AC/DC Unit
and the Power Unit 4 .
2

3. Remove the four screws 5 on the support plate in order to


release the Power Unit. This one is then free. 5 4

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Remove the Inverter Mid Power Assembly


1

1. Remove the 5.5 mm hex head screws which


secure the two EMC cover panels 1 at each side
of the Power Unit; remove the panels.

2. With a 10 mm socket wrench with ratchet 2 ,


remove the three hex head screws securing the
cables Q100C, Q100E and Q200C 3 on the
Inverter Mid Power Assembly.

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3. Disconnect flat ribbon cables from J1 and J3 on the Gate


Command Board 4 and disconnnect J4 at the right hand side of
the board.

4
4. With 10 mm wrench, disconnect the parallel Coil connection from
the Current Transformer pass through 5 and with 13 mm wrench
the other connection from the Capacitor Assembly 6 .

5. Remove the eight 3 mm Allen screws 7 which secure the Inverter


Mid Power Assembly to the HV Tank.

5
6. Remove the Inverter Mid Power Assembly 8 .

7
A
6

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REASSEMBLY

1. Present the new Inverter assembly. Put back the eight 3 mm Allen screws to secure the Inverter Mid
Power assembly to the HV Tank (refer to section Remove the Inverter Mid Power Assembly 7 ).

Tighten them firmly to torque 2 N.m (20 kg.cm).

2. Remount all cables that were removed:

1. Remount the three Coil cables on the Inverter IGBTs with three 5.5 mm screws.

Tighten them firmly to torque 3 N.m (30 kg.cm).

RESPECT THE ORIENTATION OF THE CABLES TO THE


WARNING IGBTS CONNECTIONS TO AVOID CABLE CONTACT WITH
TOP COVER.

2. Reconnect the short flat cable between the HV Tank and the Gate Command board (J3), and
the inverter current feedback cable (J1) on the Gate Command board (refer to section Remove
the Inverter Mid Power Assembly 4 ).

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3. Reconnect the DC bus cable to J4 to the right hand side of the Gate Command board.

Top J4
+ -

4. With the 10 mm screw and flat and lock washer, reconnect the shorter cable of the parallel coil
on the Inverter assembly onto the right hand side current transformer (Ti1/100) pass throug A .

Tighten to 3 N.m (30 kg.cm) torque.

5. With the 13 mm screw, with flat and lock washer, reconnect the longer cable of the coil on the
central capacitor (C3UF) of the Capacitor assembly, together with the two primary HV
Transformer flat wires (the two with a white ring) B .

Tighten to 8 N.m (80 kg.cm) torque.

3. Perform an overall inspection before proceeding. Use the following illustration to check the
connections are right.

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Parallel Coil
Q100C Q200C
C C

Q100E
Inverter Assembly
E E

Coil Assembly

+ -
+ DC Ti1/40 Ti1/100 - DC

Capa Assembly

C3UF

HV Tank

4. Remount the two EMC panels on the top of Power Unit with the 5.5 hex head screws.
Tighten all the cover screws to torque between 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm)

5. Assemble the Power Unit with the AC/DC Unit on the support plate with 5.5 mm hex head screws.
Put back in place the disconnected cables: ground, DC bus (refer to section Remove the Inverter
Mid Power Assembly ).

6. Remount the Interface Unit on the support plate then the Auxiliary Unit. Follow the inverse
procedure indicated in the sections and .

7. Remount the generator inside the table.

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VERIFY
Run HV LOAD DIAGNOSTIC Inverter in Short Circuit Diagnostics and Inverter Gate Command
Diagnostic are not pre-requested.

Verify correct operation on the whole application range.

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subassembly: I/F Board RAD
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.
WARNING

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DISASSEMBLY
The I/F Board Rad is situed in the Interface Unit. To reach this Unit, the Auxiliary Unit has to be
released from the generator. Follow the instructions of Disassembly / Reassembly procedure of
Inverter Mid Power Assembly (refer to sections and to ).

Remove the I/F Board Rad

1. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 1 and the two cables 2 , if


existing, coming from the AEC Board (option). 1
2. Disconnect the flat wide ribbon cable J10 coming from the KV
Control Board 3 .
3. Remove the four screws of connectors J8 and J9 4 . 2

4. Remove the ten 5.5 mm screws 5 securing the Interface


Board Rad; remove the board.
3

REASSEMBLY

1. Reverse the disassembly procedure to reassemble the unit. Tighten screws to torque between 1.5
and 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

2. Power the system on and verify that the system functions properly.

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subassembly: KV Board RAD
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:45m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.
10 mm Allen wrench.
13 mm socket with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
DANGER FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its botttom side on the floor or
on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

The KV Control board contains a saved memory Database with essentially the following parameters:

- Tube configuration parameters, AEC calibration parameters, and Room configuration


(workstation, AEC, screen film pairs).
- Filament aging variable
- Error Log
- Recorded parameter data
If it is possible, backup database first. Else, the diagram hereafter helps you to determine the action to
take for your situation.
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First

Configura* Save Non KV Control


tion
Calibration Volatile RAM Out of Order
Database

DB Is
Upload
Database Yes Upload No original DB No
Possible? saved?
(*)

Yes
Replace Replace Replace
KV Control KV Control KV Control

SW Download SW Yes SW
No Software Yes OK?
OK? OK?

Yes No No
Download Download
Software Software

Download Download Configura*


Database Original tion if
Database applicable
(*)

Calibrate if
applicable

Reset
Database:
* Date
* Time
* Clear Error
log

Operational
Checks

Save Non
Volatile RAM
Database

(*) or most recent END

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DISASSEMBLY
The KV Control board spare is pre-loaded with NP/NP+
software.
NOTICE
It will be required to download the software that is on site.
DATABASE RESTORE IS MANDATORY.

Remove the Auxiliary Unit


Remove the Auxiliary Unit as described in Inverter Mid Power Assembly Disassembly/Reassembly
procedure.

Remove the Interface Unit


Remove the Interface Unit as described in Inverter Mid Power Assembly Disassembly/Reassembly
procedure.

Remove the kV Control Board

1. Disconnect the cables from J1, J2 and J3 on the kV


Control Board 1 .
1

2. Remove the seven 5.5 mm hex head screws which


secure the kV Control Board; remove the board 2 .
2

REASSEMBLY

Reverse the disassembly procedure to reinstall the KV Control board and the Interface Unit.

Tighten 5.5 mm screws to torque between 1.5 and 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

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VERIFY

1. Connect the Service Laptop (refer to Service Software User Guide JOB CARD)

2. Reapply power and verify that the 8 LEDs on KV Control board are scrolling.

3. Verify software version (service floppy, menu 5)


- If it corresponds to the software version on the floppy delivered with the equipment (or upgraded
by FMI), proceed to Database Restore (refer to Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters
Calibration JobCard).
- If not, download the software and proceed to Software Download / Upgrade JobCard.

4. Restore Database (refer to Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters Calibration JobCard)
- Up-to-date database if available
- Most recent or originally saved Data Base if available
- Default one from the floppy delivered with the equipment in the Service Tool set.

Alternately, you may try to swap the NVRAM chip (U32) from the former to the new KV Control board
to keep all the parameters. Refer to Replace Non Volatile Parameters RAM JobCard. If this chip is not
involved in the failure or the cause for replacement, it will allow to keep up-to-date data.

5. Calibrate:
- Perform several exposures on both focus in several workstation, with exposure time longer than
12.5 ms
If default database was restored, it is necessary to resume room set up (refer to Workstation
parameter Calibration JobCard) and AEC calibration (if present) (refer to Automated AEC Calibration
JobCard). Then perform the checksum (refer to Checksum Validation JobCard).

6. Save Database on the service floppy delivered with the equipment (refer to Backup & Restore
Database Setup Parameters JobCard).

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subassembly: EMC Board 3 Phases
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:45m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES

Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY
3

Remove the AC/DC Unit


5
1. On the top of the generator, disconnect the
connectors J1 and J2 1 .

2. On the support plate, unscrew connectors screws 4


in order to release the 2 power cables coming
from the AC/DC Unit 2 .

3. Disconnect the ground cable 3 .

4. Remove the four 5.5 mm screws securing the 1


AC/DC Unit to the support plate 4 . The AC/DC 2
Unit is now free 5 .

Remove the EMC Board

1. Remove ten 5.5 mm hex head screws which


retain the cover. Remove that one.
1
2. Remove the three nuts 1 securing the phase
cables and three screws 2 retaining the EMC
board to the rectifier block.

3. Unscrew nine 5.5 mm hex head screws 3 and


remove the EMC Board 4 .
3

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REASSEMBLY
Reverse the disassembly procedure to reinstall the EMC board.

Tighten 5.5 mm screws to torque between 1.5 and 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Ensure that U1 screw is tighten to the torque between 1.5 and


2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm). Refer to section d
CAUTION
Disassembly 5 .

Remount the generator inside the table.

VERIFY

Reapply power and verify the presence of 3 phases.

Verify that the system functions correctly.

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subassembly: AC/DC 3 PH Mid Power Assembly
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:45m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm socket, with ratchet if possible (to remove cover and board)

10 mm socket with ratchet (to remove DC and rectifier cables)

Large Philips screw driver (to remove cables from the rectifier block).

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

1. Insure that the neon (orange) indicator light on the board has gone out.
2. Be careful touching components on this board; some become very hot.
3. To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES

Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

Note: The AC/DC 3 Phases Mid Power Assembly is made up of two main elements: AC/DC Board 3
Phases and Rectifier Block 3 Phases.

3
Remove the AC/DC Unit
1. On the top of the generator, disconnect the
connectors J1 and J2 1 . 5
2. On the support plate, unscrew connectors screws 4
in order to release the 2 power cables coming 2
from the AC/DC Unit 2 .
3. Disconnect the ground cable 3 .
4. Remove the four 5.5 mm screws securing the
AC/DC Unit to the support plate 4 . The AC/DC 1
Unit is now free 5 .

Remove the AC/DC Board


- + 1
1. Remove fourteen 5.5 mm hex head screws which
retain the cover. Remove that one.

2. Remove the two DC cables fastened with 10 mm


1
nuts on the board .

3. Remove two screws retaining the AC/DC


2
board to the rectifier block .
2
4. Remove seven 5.5 mm hex head screws 3 and
lift out the AC/DC Board 4 .

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Remove the Rectifier Block

1. The Rectifier Block 1 appears after removing the EMC


Board (refer to EMC Board 3 Phases
Disassembly/Reassembly Job Card ) and the AC/DC 2 1
Board

2. With the Allen key 3 mm, unscrew the 2 screws 2 holding


the rectifier to the chassis and remove the block.

REASSEMBLY

1. Reverse the disassembly procedure to reinstall the AC/DC 3 PH Mid Power Assembly and the EMC
Board.

2. Tighten the 10 mm cable retaining nuts to 3 N.m (30 kg.cm), and the 5.5 mm hex head screws to
1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Ensure cable terminals are repositioned as noticed before


CAUTION

Verify that the + and - DC Bus cables are not reversed to prevent
1
CAUTION damage to the Inverter (Refer to section Disassembly ).

The Rectifier Block has to be placed with the two poles in regard of
1
CAUTION the AC/DC Board (Refer to section Disassembly ).

Be careful to preserve the special grease that is spread between the


Rectifier Block and the chassis. This grease, called: Conductive
CAUTION Surface Compound, provides both thermal and electrical
conductivity that is important in reducing failure of the rectifier.

3. Remount the generator inside the table.

VERIFY
Reapply power and verify that the system functions correctly.

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subassembly: Inverter Coil Mid Power Assembly
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:2h
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

3 mm Allen wrench.

13 mm socket with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY
RESPECT THE CAUTION RELATING TO DANGEROUS
DANGER VOLTAGE.

Remove the Auxiliary Unit and the Interface Unit


Remove these Units as described in Disassembly / Reassembly procedure for Inverter Mid Power
Assembly.

Remove the AC/DC Unit and the support plate


Remove the AC/DC Unit and the support plate as described in Disassembly / Reassembly procedure
for Inverter Mid Power Assembly.

THE POWER UNIT IS NOW FREE BUT IT WEIGHTS 30


KILOGRAMS (66 POUNDS). DO NOT TRY TO LIFT IT
WARNING WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.

2
Remove the Inverter Coil Mid Power Assembly

1
1. On the Power Unit, remove the 5.5 mm hex head
screws 1 which secure the L-shaped EMC cover
panel 2 ; remove this one.

3
2. With a 10 mm socket wrench with ratchet 3 ,
remove the three hex head screws 4 securing
the cables Q100C, Q100E and Q200C on the A
Inverter Mid Power Assembly.

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7 7

6 6

3. Remove the 10 mm screw 5 on the left current transformer Ti1/40 pass through, top of the
Capacitor assembly. Retain the washers and release the cable.

4. Disconnect the two cables linking coils to capacitors at right and left 6 . Use a socket wrench to
remove screws.

5. On each side 7 , remove one 5.5 mm screw holding the coils support.

6. Remove the Inverter Coil assembly 8 .

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REASSEMBLY
1. Present the new Inverter Coil assembly and mount one 5.5 mm hex head screw on each side of the
frame to hold the Coil assembly (refer to section Remove the Inverter Coil Mid Power Assembly 7 ).

Tighten to torque between 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm)

2. Remount all cables that were removed:

1. Remount the three Coil cables on the Inverter Mid Power Assembly (IGBTS) with three screws
1 . There is a locking washer between the screws and the cable.

Tighten firmly to torque 3 N.m (30 kg.cm).

RESPECT THE ORIENTATION OF THE CABLES TO THE


IGBTS CONNECTIONS TO AVOID CABLE CONTACT WITH
WARNING TOP COVER.

2. With the 10 mm screw, with flat and lock


washer, remount the remaining cable from the
right coil (of the Coil assembly) onto the upper
left current transformer Ti1/40 pass through 2
(refer to section Disassembly 5 ).

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Tighten firmly to torque 3 N.m (30 kg.cm).

3. Using a socket wrench, connect the two


cables linking coils to capacitors at right and
left (refer to section Disassembly 6 ).

Tighten to torque between 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

3. Refer to Disassembly / Reassembly procedure for Inverter Mid Power Assembly.

VERIFY

It is recommended to perform the No load HV diagnostics test. INVERTER GATE and INVERTER
in Short Circuit diagnostics are not pre-requested.

Verify correct operation on the whole application range.

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subassembly: Capacitor Inverter Assembly
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:3h
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

10 mm allen wrench.

13 mm socket with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

ENSURE THERE IS NO VOLTAGE ON THE DC BUS CABLE


WARNING
PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.
WARNING

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DISASSEMBLY

RESPECT THE CAUTION RELATING TO DANGEROUS


DANGER VOLTAGE.

Remove the Auxiliary Unit and the Interface Unit


Remove these Units as described in Disassembly / Reassembly procedure for Inverter Mid Power
Assembly .

Remove the AC/DC Unit and the support plate


Remove the AC/DC Unit and the support plate together as described in Disassembly / Reassembly
procedure for Inverter Mid Power Assembly.

THE POWER UNIT IS NOW FREE BUT IT WEIGHTS 30 KILOGRAMS


(66 POUNDS). DO NOT TRY TO LIFT IT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
WARNING

Remove the Capacitor Inverter Assembly

1. On the Power Unit, remove the 5.5 mm hex head


screws 1 which secure the L-shaped EMC cover
panel 2 ; remove this one. 2
1

2. Remove the cable from connector J1 3 on the


Gate Command Board.

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3. Disconnect the Filament cable J3 4 from the HV Tank.

6 5 6

8 8

4. Remove the 10 mm 5 and 13 mm screws 6 on the top side , and the 13 mm screws 7 on the
lower side of the Capacitor assembly. Release the cables.

5. Remove the four left and right 5.5 mm screws 8 holding the Capacitor assembly.

6. Remove the Capacitor Inverter Assembly 9 .

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REASSEMBLY

1. Present the new capacitor assembly.

2. Mount two 5.5 mm hex head screws to hold the Capacitor assembly (refer to section Disassembly
8 ).

3. Reconnect the cable J1 on the Gate Command Board (refer to section Disassembly 3 )

4. Attach the shorter cable (parallel coil) on the upper right current transformer (Ti1/100) pass
through with a 10 mm screw 1 and its washers (refer to section Disassembly 5 ). Tighten to torque
3 N.m (30 kg.cm).

5. Remount the DC+ cable and the corresponding serial coil cable together on the upper left side
of the capacitor assembly with a 13 mm screw and its washers (refer to section Disassembly 6 ).
Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm).

6. Remount the DC- cable and the corresponding serial coil cable together on the upper right
side of the capacitor assembly with a 13 mm screw and its washers (refer to section Disassembly
6 ). Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm).

7. Remount the remaining serial coil cable to the upper left current transformer (Ti1/40) pass
through with a 10 mm screw 1 and its washers (refer to section Disassembly 5 ). Tighten to torque
3 N.m (30 kg.cm).

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8. Run the INVERTER IN SHORT CIRCUIT diagnostic:

HV TANK PRIMARY CABLES ARE DISCONNECTED AND


WARNING ISOLATED.

Note: Connect the short circuit cable (included in the first aid kit) between the left capacitor
and the central capacitor (see picture in Inverter In Short Circuit diagnostics).
1. Tighten one extremity of the short circuit on the left capacitor with a 13 mm screw and its
washers. Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm),
2. Mount the longer wire (Parallel Coil) and the other extremity of the short circuit on the central
capacitor (C3UF) with a 13 mm screw and its washers. Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm),

Use the illustration below to check the connections are right:

Parallel Coil
Q100C Q200C
C C

Q100E
E Inverter Assembly
E

Coil Assembly

+ -
+ DC Ti1/40 Ti1/100 - DC

Capa Assembly

SHORT CIRCUIT C3UF

3. Reassemble the Power Unit with AC/DC Unit, Interface Unit and Auxiliary Unit (refer to Inverter
Mid Power Assembly Disassembly/Reassembly Job Card).
4. RUN INVERTER SHORT CIRCUIT DIAGNOSTICS.

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9. After INVERTER SHORT CIRCUIT diagnostics, disassemble the Auxiliary Unit and the Interface
Unit (see section Disassembly). Remove the short circuit cable.

10. On the central capacitor (C3UF), attach together the two flat wires of the primary coils of the HV
transformer that have a white ring 2 and the longer wire of Parallel Coil with a 13 mm screw and
its washers. Tighten to torque 8 N.m (80 kg.cm)

3 3

11. Mount the two remaining flat cables 3 from the HV Tank with 13 mm screws and their washers
underneath the capacitor assembly, one on the left side, one on the right side.

12. Reconnect the Filament cable J3 on the HV Tank (refer to section Disassembly 4 ).

13. Mount the two last remaining 5.5 mm hex head screws on the left and right side of the frame (refer
to section Disassembly 4 ).
Tighten to torque 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm)

14. Reassemble the Power Unit. Mount it with the AC/DC Unit, the Interface Unit and the Auxiliary Unit
on the support plate (Refer to Disassembly / Reassembly procedure for Inverter Mid Power
Assembly).

VERIFY
It is recommended to perform the No load HV diagnostics test. Verify correct operation on the whole
application range.

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subassembly: LV Power Supply 3 Phase Board
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm hex nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

1. Insure that the Neon N1 (orange) indicator light on the LVPS Board has gone out.

2. Be careful touching components on the LVPS Board. Some become very hot.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

Remove the Auxiliary Unit

1. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the ground cable on the


6
top of the generator 1 .
1
2. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws 2 holding the
Auxiliary Unit 4 on the support plate 5 .
2
5
3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing, between the
Auxiliary Unit 4 and the Interface Unit 6 .

4. Remove the Auxiliary Unit.


3
4

Remove the LV Power Supply Board

1. The Auxiliary Unit being free, unscrew ten 5.5 hex


head screws and remove its cover.

1 2 3
2. Disconnect the 3 cables , , from the LV
4
Power Supply 3 Phases board .
1

3. Unscrew the six 5.5 mm hex head screws and 4


4
remove the LV Power Supply 3 Phase Board .

3 2

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REASSEMBLY

Reverse the disassembly procedures to reinstall the LV Power Supply 3 Phases Board.

Verify that the following cables are not reversed before power
CAUTION ON (refer to section Remove the LV Power Supply Board:

2
1. Cables CF2 (+DC BUS) and CF1 (- DC BUS) .
3
2. Cables CF4 (160 V) and CF3 (0 V) .

Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Remount the cover. Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Remount the auxiliary unit on the generator support plate.

Remount the generator inside the table.

VERIFY
Verify that the system functions correctly.

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subassembly: Filament Board 1 INV
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm hex nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

1. Insure that the Neon DS3 (green) indicator light on the Filament Board has gone out.

2. Be careful touching components on the Filament Board . Some become very hot.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

Remove the Auxiliary Unit

1. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the ground cable on the


top of the generator 1 .

2. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws 2 holding the 1


Auxiliary Unit 4 on the support plate 5 .

2
3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing, between the 5
Auxiliary Unit 4 and the Interface Unit 6 .

4. Remove the Auxiliary Unit.


3
4 6
Remove the Filament Board

1. The Auxiliary Unit being free, unscrew ten 5.5 hex


head screws and remove its cover.

1
2. Disconnect the ribbon cable between the
4 5
Filament Board and the LVPS Board .
2 3
Disconnect and the connector J2 .

1
3. Unscrew the six 5.5 mm hex head screws and
4
remove the Filament Board 1 INV .
5

2 3

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REASSEMBLY

Reverse the disassembly procedures to reinstall the Filament Board 1 INV.

2
Verify that cables CF4 (160 V) and CF3 (0 V) are not
reversed before power ON (refer to section Remove the
CAUTION Filament Board).

Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Remount the cover. Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Remount the auxiliary unit on the generator support plate.

Remount the generator inside the table.

VERIFY
Verify that the system functions correctly.

Run Heater Function Diagnostics.

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subassembly: Rotor Board High Speed
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm hex nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

1. Insure that the Neon DS7 (orange) indicator light on the Rotor Board has gone out.

2. Be careful touching components on the Rotor Board. Some become very hot.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

Remove the Auxiliary Unit

1. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the 1


ground cable on the top of the generator 1 .
2. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws
2 holding the Auxiliary Unit 4 on the support 2
5
plate 5 .
3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing,
between the Auxiliary Unit 4 and the Interface
Unit 6 .
4. Remove the Auxiliary Unit. 3
4 6

Remove the Rotor Board

1. The Auxiliary Unit being free, unscrew ten 5.5 hex


head screws and remove its cover.
1 3
2. Disconnect the ribbon cable between the Rotor
4 5
Board High Speed and the LVPS Board .
2
Disconnect cables CF1 and CF2 . 4
3. Unscrew two 5.5 mm hex head screws that are in 1
3
holes below the surface of the board and that
secure an IGBT.
4. Unscrew the eight 5.5 mm hex head screws and
4
remove the Rotor Board High Speed . 5

2
Be careful to preserve the special grease that is spread
CAUTION between the IGBT and a heat sink under the Rotation Board.
This grease, called Conductive Surface Compound,
provides both thermal and electrical conductivity that are
important in reducing failure of the IGBT.

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REASSEMBLY

Reverse the disassembly procedure to reinstall the Rotor Board High Speed.

Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Ensure that cables are correctly connected. Ensure that


CAUTION marks on the cables match the marks on the board.

Remount the cover. Tighten the 5.5 mm hex head screws to 1.5 to 2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

Remount the auxiliary unit on the generator support plate.

Remount the generator inside the table.

VERIFY
Verify that the system functions correctly.

Run Heater Function Diagnostics.

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subassembly: AEC Board (Option)
purpose: Replacement Procedure version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production date Serial No. Personnel:1
No.
from / / from Time:10m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
5.5 mm nut driver or socket wrench with ratchet.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE ANY MANUAL INTERVENTION, ENSURE THE MAIN
DANGER POWER IS OFF. APPLY LOCK OUT - TAG OUT PROCEDURE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY WHEN MANIPULATING INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

To protect the circuit boards, do not forget to wear the antistatic bracelet.

PREREQUISITES
Remove the generator from the table and put it on its bottom side on the floor or on a work bench.

THE WHOLE GENERATOR WEIGHTS 63 KILOGRAMS (139


WARNING POUNDS). TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY IT.

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DISASSEMBLY

Remove the Auxiliary Unit

1
1. Disconnect the connectors J2 and J3 and the ground cable on
the top of the generator 1 .
2
2. Remove four 5.5 mm hex head securing screws 2 holding the 5
Auxiliary Unit 4 on the support plate 5 .

3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable 3 , without tearing, between the


Auxiliary Unit 4 and the Interface Unit 6 .
3

4. Remove the Auxiliary Unit 4 .


4 6

Remove the AEC Board

1. After removing the Auxiliary Unit, the Interface Unit


appears. Release the flat ribbon cable 1 , making it
sliding along the cover panel 2 of the Interface Unit . 2

2. Unscrew twelve 5.5 mm screws that retain the cover


panel and remove this one 2 .

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4 6
8

3. Disconnect the flat ribbon cable from J5 3 between the I/F Board RAD 7 and the AEC Board 8 .

4. Disconnect the connectors J2 4 and J1 5 , and Test Points TP1 and TP2 6 on the AEC Board.

5. Remove the six 5.5 mm screws securing the AEC Board 8 .

REASSEMBLY
Reverse the disassembly procedure to reassemble the unit. Tighten screws to torque between 1.5 and
2 N.m (15 to 20 kg.cm).

VERIFY

Reapply power.

Proceed to AEC diagnostics to ensure correct operation.


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CHAPTER 9 - SERVICE TOOL JOB CARDS

SILHOUETTE VR 1/4 SW JEDI 7-2


subassembly: Software Download/Upgrade
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with floppy drive.
- JEDI Service Software
- 9-wire Service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
Basic knowledge of PC based computer laptop, DOS and usage of Microsoft WINDOWS.

Database backup must have been performed.

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PROCEDURE

Load Software File on Service Laptop


The service software can operate under DOS, Windows 95 or Windows 3.1.

If you do not have it on the laptop, refer to Service Software User Guide
JobCard.

Power ON service laptop


Under Windows, run the File Manager (Explore)

Create a specific directory (e.g. : JEDISVC) under C:\


Insert into the floppy drive the floppy delivered with the equipment in the service tool set (or with the
upgrade)
Copy the all files from the floppy disk to that directory
(Double click on A:\, drag and drop on C:\ JEDISVC or whatever name of your
directory)

Unzip software file


The floppy drive supplied with the equipment (or the upgrade kit) contains Auto-
zipped files.

It is necessary to load those files on the hard disk drive and run them; they will
unzip and create other files that you will use.

Double click on the JEDP424B.exe file, and verify that the new file is created.

Software download
1.. Connect Service terminal as follows:
Use the 9-wire service cable, to connect serial line of service terminal to
connector XJ8 on the I/F board.

2.. Restart the computer in DOS mode (for software download or database backup, it is required to run
ASIAN.exe under DOS to avoid communication problem).
With the mouse, click on START, SHUTDOWN, RESTART COMPUTER UNDER
DOS MODE.

3.. Run the program:


Under DOS: -select Disk drive from where you want to run the program:
C: enter
-key in : ASIAN enter

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The following screen appears:

4.. From the laptop software main screen, type F7: restore memory.
5.. Type appl.mx, then enter (or C:\JEDI\appl.mx)
Wait for the count to start. It may take 20 seconds before starting. The software
code transfer will take about 20 minutes. Download is complete when all the
LEDs on kV Control board are ON and laptop indicates download is complete.

Normally, the kV Control board will reset at the end of transfer and all the LEDs
will scroll.

If not, reset the kV Control board.

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6.. Verify the software version is P3.2, behind RAM text (or P3.X in case of new software)
From the main screen, type F1, then ALT S and go to menu 5.

7.. Select menu 2 with the arrows, select LIST, and clear generator error log. (^H, then W)
8.. To exit program, press Q, or R to return then ESC, or ESC twice.

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subassembly: Tube Replacement Software Procedure
purpose: version no. 0
date: 11/23/98
NF Production Serial No. Personnel:1
No. date
from / / from Time:15m
to / / to

SUPPLIES
None.

TOOLS
- Service Terminal with floppy drive.
- JEDI Service Software
- 9-wire service cable

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Not applicable.

PREREQUISITES
Basic knowledge of PC based computer laptop, DOS and usage of Microsoft WINDOWS.

Knowledge of Service Software (refer to Service Software User Guide Job Card).

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PROCEDURE

Perform a Database backup


Refer to JobCard Backup & Restore Database Setup Parameters.

1.. Connect Service terminal as follows:


Use the 9 pin Service cable, to connect serial line of Service terminal to connector XJ8 on the
I/F board.
2.. Restart the computer in DOS mode (for software download or database backup, it is required to run
ASIAN.exe under DOS to avoid communication problem).
With the mouse, click on START, SHUTDOWN, RESTART COMPUTER UNDER DOS MODE.
3.. Run the program:
select Disk Drive from where you want to run the program: C: enter
key in : ASIAN enter
4.. Save memory
From the laptop software main screen, type F6: save memory.

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Reset Tube Data tracking counter and error log.


1.. Type ALT-S to jump to Service Menu.
2.. Select menu 2 with the arrows.
3.. Type F5 to select NEXP

Note: Before resetting all the memory, it is advised to record them on table Generator Counter
Reading Record, found at the end of this Job Card.

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4.. Enter ^H, press W to confirm.


All the tube related Data will be erased; only Generator related Data will be kept.

The filament ageing parameter will be reset to default value.

5.. Type Q to go back to main screen.

Verify new tube operation, clear error log


1.. Press F1 to jump to application screen.
2.. Run a dozen of exposures from low kv, mA, to high kV, mA in direct workstation.
3.. Verify correct operation of the system.
4.. Go in menu 2, LIST (F3); Clear the Error log.
5.. Exit from laptop service software.
6.. Run exposures from the Operating console.
7.. Take necessary steps to ship the replaced tube. Include filled out table with tube information.

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Generator Counter Reading Record

GENERATOR COUNTER READING RECORD


Date of reading: Date of putting into service:
Address of Generator identification:
installation:
Serial number:
Software version:
Options: (AEC)
X-Ray system
description:

Counter name Tube data Explanation


NO WARMUP Number of skipped Warm-up (N/A on Tiger)
RXGSF H Cumulated exposure time on small focus
RXGLF H Cumulated exposure time on large focus
RXSCOP H Cumulated exposure time in fluoro (N/A on RAD.)
ROTANOD H Cumulated Anode rotation time
NEXPSF Cumulated Number of exposure on small focus
NEXPLF Cumulated Number of exposure on large focus
N100%SF Cumulated Number of exposure on small focus at 100 % Power
(N/A on Tiger)
N100%LF Cumulated Number of exposure on large focus (N/A on Tiger)
NAMOR Cumulated Number of spits
KJSF . E Cumulated dissipated power on Small focus
KJLF . E Cumulated dissipated power on Large focus
TIME_ON H Total generator Power On time (Not erasable)
N_EXP_G H Total generator number of exposure (Not erasable)

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CHAPTER 10 - SCHEMATICS

SECTION 1
SILHOUETTE VR MIS MAP

installed
Factory
220-0111

220-0110
J8 J7
Laptop
Service 1 Door
interlock
2 switch
4
220VAC
6 110VAC
24VAC
610-2024
Room Warning
Light

220-0112

Tube stand 46-832751G7


220-0114
220-0358

Table
Base

Control
box

220-0115

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1-1 Jedi 50 R 1T Cabling

ILLUSTRATION 1
JEDI 50 R 1T CABLING (1/2)

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ILLUSTRATION 2
JEDI 50 R 1T CABLING (2/2)

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SECTION 2
CENTRAL LISTINGS
2-1 kv Measure Board
This board forms part of the oil seal of the High Voltage Tank. It can
CAUTION only be removed at the factory. The Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) is
the complete HV Tank.
ILLUSTRATION 3
KV MEASURE BOARD

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2-2 Filament Board 1 Inv.

HIGH VOLTAGE: DO NOT GO INTO GENERATOR UNTIL INDICATOR


DANGER DS3 GOES OUT.

ILLUSTRATION 4
FILAMENT BOARD 1 INV.
DC
160v LF Common
SF

DS3 - Green - +160v


DC present

160v DS4 - Yellow - Inverter


DC Output Running
0

SF_LF - Yellow - Small ON - Yellow - Inverter


Focus / Large Focus Command ON
Relay Feedback
RST - Red - Board being
reset or powered up

DS2 - Yellow - Status


LED

DS1 - Yellow - Status


LED

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2-3 Rotation Board High Speed


HIGH VOLTAGE: DO NOT GO INTO GENERATOR UNTIL INDICATOR
DANGER DS6 AND DS7 (NEON-ORANGE) GO OUT.

ILLUSTRATION 5
ROTATION BOARD HIGH SPEED
Auxiliary

DC bus Common
Main

DS6

DC bus

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2-3-1 Indicators

INDICATOR COLOR INDICATES:


RESET RED BOARD BEING RESET OR POWERED UP
INV_ON YELLOW THE INVERTER IS RUNNING
DS1 GREEN PRESENCE OF +15 V SUPPLY
DS2 GREEN PRESENCE OF -15 V SUPPLY
DS3 GREEN PRESENCE OF +5 V SUPPLY
DS4-DS5 YELLOW BOARD STATUS
DS6 NEON FAN VAC POWER SUPPLY PRESENT
(ORANGE)
DS7 NEON DC BUS PRESENT
(ORANGE)

2-3-2 J2 Wiring

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

115V
sense
Fan, 115V AC
Line input
Fan*, 115V AC X-ray tube
Line output
Thermal safety

* used in application with fan cooling

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2-4 LV Power Supply 3 PH Board


HIGH VOLTAGE AND HOT SURFACE: DO NOT TOUCH
DANGER BOARD UNTIL INDICATOR NE1 (NEON - ORANGE)
GOES OUT.
ILLUSTRATION 6
LV POWER SUPPLY 3 PH BOARD

NE1 - Orange - indicates presence of DC Bus

+ 400

DC bus
- 400

160V
DC
0

DS2 - Green - 160 VDC

DS1 - Red - Mains


Drop

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2-5 Gate Command Board


HIGH VOLTAGE: DO NOT TOUCH BOARD UNTIL DS300 ON THIS
DANGER BOARD AND DS1 ON DUAL SNUB BOARD ARE OUT.

CAUTION Hot surface on transformer T300 and heat sink.

ILLUSTRATION 7
GATE COMMAND BOARD

DS300

DC bus DS300 - Neon (Orange) -


Presence of voltage on DC
bus for Flyback Converter to
create power supplies for
both Gate Commands

DS200 - Yellow - High


IGBT* (Q200) Gate DS200
Command running

DS201 - Green - Presence


DS201 DS202
of +20 V Supply on high
IGBT* Gate Command
DS202 - Green - Pres
ence of -10 V Supply on
high IGBT* Gate Com-
mand
Inverter
current ILP
feedback

ILR

DS100 -Yellow-Low IGBT*


(Q100) Gate Command run ning
DS100

DS102

DS101 - Green - Presence of DS101 DS102 - Green - Presence


+20 V Supply on low IGBT* of -10 V Supply on low
Gate Command IGBT* Gate Command

* Insulated Gate
Bipolar Transistor

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2-6 Dual Snub Board

HIGH VOLTAGE: DO NOT GO INTO GENERATOR UNTIL INDICATOR


DANGER DS1 (NEON - ORANGE) GOES OUT.

ILLUSTRATION 8
DUAL SNUB BOARD

DS1 - Neon (Orange) - Indicates presence of voltage on DC Bus

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2-7 kV Control Board

ILLUSTRATION 9
KV CONTROL BOARD

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2-7-1 Switches and Jumpers

SWITCH OR FUNCTION
JUMPER
RST RESET PUSH BUTTON

2-7-2 Indicators

INDICATOR COLOR INDICATES:


CONF RED FIELD PROGRAMMABLE GATE ARRAY (FPGA)
CONFIGURATION NOT ACCOMPLISHED
OK YELLOW INVERTER GATE POWER SUPPLY OK
TX_TAV YELLOW TRANSMIT TO SERVICE LAPTOP
RX_TAV YELLOW RECEIVE FROM SERVICE LAPTOP
TX_CONS YELLOW TRANSMIT TO CONSOLE (IF EXISTING)
RX_CONS YELLOW RECEIVE FROM CONSOLE (IF EXISTING)
T_CAN_X YELLOW SYSTEM CAN BUS TRANSMIT
R_CAN_X YELLOW SYSTEM CAN BUS RECEIVE
HALT RED MICROPROCESSOR HALTED
RESET RED BOARD BEING RESET
S0 TO S7 YELLOW STATUS LED
IN APPLICATION MODE THESE LEDS FLASH IN
SEQUENCE CONTINUOUSLY
DS1 GREEN -15V SUPPLY
DS2 GREEN +15V SUPPLY

2-7-3 Non Volatile RAM

REFERENCE DESIGNATION
U32 NON VOLATILE PARAMETERS RAM (BATTERY INCLUDED)

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2-8 AC/DC 3 Phase board

HIGH VOLTAGE: DO NOT GO INTO GENERATOR UNTIL DS1 (NEON


DANGER - ORANGE) GOES OUT.

Some components on this board can become very hot.


CAUTION

ILLUSTRATION 10
AC/DC 3 PHASE BOARD

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2-9 I/F Board RAD V1


ILLUSTRATION 11
I/F BOARD RAD V1
N1 - Orange (neon) -
Indicates presence of 100 ON & VAC
VAC for the
Pin 9

Table Bucky

Pin 1
Pin 9
Wall Bucky

Pin 1

Pin 9

Room Door & Light

Pin 1

Service Laptop

TUBE

Console Presence of strap

PUPT - Yellow -
Data being sent to the console

Serial Link Configuration


(RS422)

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2-10 I/F Board RAD V2

ON & VAC N1 - Orange (neon) -


Indicates presence of
Pin 9 100 VAC for the Bucky

Table Bucky

Pin 1
Pin 9
Wall Bucky

Pin 1

To AEC board
Pin 9
Room Door & Light I/F

Pin 1
DS4: CAN TRANSMIT
(yellow)
Service Laptop
DS5: EXT.CAN
TRANSMIT (yellow)
DS6: Receive Data
from console (yellow)

Console
OPTIONAL

DS7: DATA being sent to


console (TRANSMIT) No strap (engineering
(yellow) use)

Presence of strap -
TUBE 1

DS3: Reset led (red)

DS1, DS2: Status micro


processor (yellow)

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2-11 AEC Board

ILLUSTRATION 12
AEC BOARD

2-11-1 Test Points

TESTPOINT MEASUREMENT
SIGNAL RANGE
TP1 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP2 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP3 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP4 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
R10V 10 VDC (REFERENCE) 10 VDC _1%

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2-12 AEC Board V2

ILLUSTRATION 13
AEC BOARD V2

AEC4 AEC3 AEC1 AEC2 N1 - Orange (neon) -


Presence of 230 VDC
2-13 Test Points

TESTPOINT MEASUREMENT
SIGNAL RANGE
TP1 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP2 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP3 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP4 230 VDC 230 VDC _5%
TP5 AEC assignment reference 0 to 10 V
TP6 10 VDC (reference) 10 VDC _1%
TP7 AEC return voltage
TP8 AEC1 return voltage
TP9 AEC2 return voltage
TP10 AEC3 return voltage
TP11 AEC4 return voltage

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SECTION 3
SCHEMATICS
PDU Connection Diagram

To RAD Interface
J4-1

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Table Base and Tube Stand Power

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A61001C Console Control Board Circuit Diagram


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