User`s manual
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Safety and Precautions
Installation of the Intraskan DC must be done only by an authorized service engineer. Consult the
factory or dealer as necessary.
Make sure that the Intraskan DC is assembled and installed in compliance with all applicable laws and
recommendations concerning electrical safety.
The unit contains and generates high voltages. Only a trained service personal should attempt to open the
protective plastic covers or repair the unit.
This X-ray equipment may be dangerous to the patient and the operator unless safe exposure factors
and operating instructions are observed. Follow proper X-ray radiation safety rules.
Follow instructions specified in this manual when carrying out exposures during in-
stallation.
Do not use non prescribed exposures.
Ensure there are no Patients or other person near the machine when exposures are
being done.
Always be at a distance of more than 2 meters away from the Tube head while
carrying out exposures.
Exercise caution when operating and installing the mechanical suspension arm. The arm is spring
loaded and can bounce out if proper installation procedures are not followed.
Where complete safeguarding of the equipment is not possible, due care must be taken to ensure
that no part of your body or clothing can be trapped or injured by any part of the equipment. In
particular, make sure that fingers are not caught or pinched during scissor arm movement.
Ensure proper Electrical grounding. A bad grounding can be dangerous for the operator and can
generate malfunctioning of the device.
Turn Off and Remove All Power Before Performing Any Service. Wait for at least 5 minutes after
mains power off before opening and accessing the covers. During this time, remove the mains
plug from the wall socket.
Scissor arm can open out during installing of the unit which may cause injury to
persons/patient standing close to the equipment. Always make sure to lock the
movement of the scissor arm in folded condition.
2 Safety and Precautions:
2.1 Geneal Safety Tips