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Radiation Protection
This device emits x-ray radiation for medical purposes. Each Definium AMX 700 has been tested for
leakage radiation and the test results are recorded in the final test protocol. As radiation is harmful to
human body, the necessary safety precautions must be observed and the radiation protection
regulations of individual countries must be complied with. The user must have a permission to use x-ray
device for diagnostic purposes.
Scattered radiation is produced during x-ray examinations, this is why radiation protection means should
be used. Prior to examination, it is recommended to make sure that the physician knows if the female
patient is pregnant. If someone has to be close to the patient, protective clothing must be used.
Additional protection against scattered radiation is achieved when using the hand exposure switch at
not less than 2 meters from the focal spot and the x-ray beam. The full extended spiral cable length of
the hand switch is approximately 4 meters.
CAUTION:
The x-ray beam may extend beyond the primary protective shielding. Use lead backed
cassettes or digital detector. Do not stand behind the receptor and/or in-line with the x-
ray beam.
CAUTION:
There should be no people other than the patient in the exam room during x-ray exposure.
If circumstances require another person to enter the room while x-ray exposures are
planned or possible, that person should wear a lead apron in accordance with accepted
safety practices.
CAUTION:
Use the largest possible focal spot-to-skin distance to keep the patient absorbed dose as
small as possible.
CAUTION:
This x-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator unless correct exposure factors
and operating instructions are observed.
CAUTION:
Always provide necessary radiation protection for your patient and yourself when oper-
ating any x-ray system.
Definium AMX 700 X-Ray System
Operator Manual
5161515-1EN
Rev. 6 (10 February 2008)
© 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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