NewTom VG User Manual rev 4.0 - Image Works

Safety and maintenance of the device
3.4 Device maintenance
WARNING:
Always turn the power off the device before any maintenance act.
WARNING:
The device has no repairable part inside. Never remove the device covers.
WARNING:
The only part that can be repaired by the user is the input fuse. It is placed in
the input panel, on the control box side. New fuses must comply with the
manufacturer specification.
WARNING:
In order to guarantee protection against the risk of fire, replace only with fuses
of the same type and range.
Regular maintenance
Regular maintenance is required to guarantee a proper working of the device and safety for the patient, the
user and other people.
The device maintenance and repair must be performed only by personnel that was directly authorized by the
manufacturer or the distributor. Every part of the system can only be tested and if needed substituted by
qualified personnel.
WARNING:
If the x-ray source has not been working for longer than three months, please
perform a beam forming procedure (see "Software Manual" - Appendix A).
Dangerous cleaning substances
Some cleaning substances should be avoided to prevent damage to people and to the device (see 3.5.1
"Chemical agents to avoid").
Preventive maintenance
Please periodically check the workstation-scanner, workstation-control box and control box power supply
cables. Also verify the connections between the workstation parts (display, keyboard, mouse, printer)
according to the manufacturer instructions.
Parts and accessories storage
Other parts or accessories must be stored according to their technical specifications.
Malfunctioning
If the system is not working as described inside this manual, please immediately contact the technical
service.
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