POLYMOBIL Plus

SP

Service Instructions
From Serial-No. 10100

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1 _______Prerequisites ___________________________________________________ 1-1

Text emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Required documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Tools, measurement and auxiliary devices required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Safety information and protective measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Replacing damaged or missing screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

2 _______Checking the assemblies _________________________________________ 2-1

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Position and function of the LEDs, fuses, test points and potentiometers. . . . . . . . 2-4
D915 CPU, control and measurement value acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
D925 Rotating anode starter, filament inverter, ON/OFF switching circuit . . . . . 2-5
U1 power supply unit 5 V ± 5% / 15 V ± 10 %. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
U2 power supply unit 12.5 V ± 10 %. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
D950 capacitor charging circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
D970 Capacitor bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Status of the LED’s (optimum condition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

3 _______Troubleshooting_________________________________________________ 3-1

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Troubleshooting after error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

4 _______Service programs _______________________________________________ 4-1

Service programs available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

5 _______Measurements __________________________________________________ 5-1

Line voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Measuring KVact and Itube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Capacitor charging circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Charging frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Capacitor charging current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Capacitor voltage (Uc) and charging time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Rotating anode starter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
kV Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Checking the maximum main inverter frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Measuring the oscillating current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Measuring the kVact and kVnom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Error in the kVact acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Testing the filament circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Filament circuit in standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Setting the maximum filament inverter frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

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Measuring the filament nominal value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Setting the tube current for the exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Testing and setting the mAs counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Coincidence of light and radiation fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Testing and readjusting the counterbalance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Readjusting the counterbalance with accessories attached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

6 ______ Replacing important components __________________________________6-1

Replacing the single tank generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Replacing the collimator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Replacing the lamp for the localizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the steering caster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Replacing the capacitor bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

7 ______ Changes to previous version ______________________________________7-1

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Text emphasis 1

WARNING "Warnings" are information provided with special emphasis when

there is the potential for personal injury to the operator or patient.

CAUTION "Cautions" are information provided with special emphasis when

there is the potential for damage to the equipment.

NOTICE "Notices" are information provided with special emphasis to facil-

itate proper use of the equipment or proper execution of a proce-
dure.

Required documents 1

• Block circuit diagram X 069I

• Function description SPR8-125.041.01...

NOTE A detailed circuit diagram, DIN A 3, can be ordered under item

number 18 20 377 X069I.

Tools, measurement and auxiliary devices required 1

The tools, measurement and auxiliary devices required, with the exception of the standard
service equipment and the current transformer, are listed in part 3 of the ARTD.

• Standard service kit

• Digital multimeter
• 2-channel memory oscilloscope
• mAs meter
• Protective conductor meter
• Equivalent leakage current meter
• Torque wrench 20 Nm - 100 Nm
• Loctite 242
• Current transformer (50 A : 50 mA) (31 51 289 B2716)
with 10 Ohm; 0.5 W; 1% metal film resistor (10 14 984 B0512)
Refer also to Speed Info 06/91

CAUTION The oscilloscope has to be connected to ground to perform mea-

surements. A TEK video isolator and the trigger set have to be
used when ground loops may distort the measurement results.

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Safety information and protective measures 1

CAUTION • When performing service work and tests, please note:

- the product-specific safety information in the document,
- the safety information in RA0-000.012.... in the Register of the
POLYMOBIL Plus binder, as well as
- the safety information contained in the ARTD Part 2.
• Tests and adjustments that must be performed with radiation
ON, are identified by the radiation warning symbol .
Radiation protection must be worn during these types of
adjustments.

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R3 R4
R5
C1

VCC
+ -

Fig. 1

WARNING When working on the open system, there is the danger of

Electric shock !
• The capacitor bank can still be charged.
Do not attempt to work on the system while this condition exists.
• After switching off the system, approximately 450 V may still be
present in the system ; even after disconnecting the line voltage
plug. Within 10 minutes this voltage will drop to approximately
10 V.
• Always measure the actual voltage present with the DVM at test
points -VCC and + VCC on the D 960 inverter board or (more
accessible) on the D 970 capacitor board at the + connection
point of capacitor C3 and on the right side of fuse F3 (refer to
Fig. 1).
• LED’s V1 ... V10 on D 970 go out at a significantly higher voltage
level and therefore they are not reliable safety indicators.
• If a fuse on the D 970 has responded, high voltage may still be
present at the affected capacitor even after a prolonged period
of time.
• The capacitor discharging circuit utilizes the D925 board, CS
and LS relays. If connectors X3 or X9 on D 925 or D 950 are not
inserted or if there is a defect in the circuit, the C-bank will not
discharge.
This can cause life-threatening voltage to be present in the
system even after a prolonged period of time.
• Refer also to chapter "Replacing the capacitor bank".

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• Connect the POLYMOBIL Plus only to a line voltage supply (line voltage receptacle) that
complies with the requirements of VDE 0107, or corresponds to the local national
regulations.
• Disconnect the POLYMOBIL Plus at the line voltage OFF switch on the operating
console and disconnect the line voltage plug prior to any service work.
• Remove or insert boards with the generator switched OFF only; observe
ESD guidelines when handling boards.

Replacing damaged or missing screws 1

• Damaged or missing screws may only be replaced by steel screws as specified in the
installation drawings conforming to DIN267 and must have the specified tensile strength.

CAUTION All Allen screws must have a tensile strength rating of 8.8.

Cleaning 1

• The unit must always be switched off or disconnected before cleaning.

• Use only water to clean the unit or a lukewarm, dilute solution consisting of water and a
household cleaning agent.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or organic solvents such as benzine, alcohol or spot
remover. Do not spray with water.
• For additional information, refer to the Operating Instructions "Cleaning/Disinfection".

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Preparation 2

R3 R4
R5
C1

VC C
+ -

Fig. 1

WARNING When working on the open system, there is the danger of

Electric shock !
• The capacitor bank can still be charged.
Do not attempt to work on the system while this condition exists.
• For details see chapter "Prerequisites".

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Fig. 2 Fig. 3

To check the assemblies, remove the upper covers, the handles and the lower front cover
of the switchbox.

Proceed as follows:
• Switch POLYMOBIL Plus OFF and disconnect the line voltage plug.
• Remove the 4 Allen screws (1/Fig.2) in the handle and remove the handle
(refer to Fig.2 and Fig.3).

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2
4
3

Fig. 4 Fig. 5

• Remove the four Allen screws at the bottom of the switchbox cover (2/Fig.4) and remove
the cover.
• After removing the four panel screws (3/Fig.4), remove the bottom cover at the front with
the cassette tray.

WARNING Always measure the actual voltage present with the DVM at test
points -VCC and + VCC on the D 960 inverter board or (more
accessible) on the D 970 capacitor board at the + connection
point of capacitor C3 and on the right side of fuse F3.

• Remove the four screws of the top housing (4/Fig.5)

• To stay clear of the exposure guide holder, tilt the housing forward and lift it up to
remove it.

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Position and function of the LEDs, fuses, test points and

potentiometers 2

NOTICE Location of components and boards, see block diagram.

D915 CPU, control and measurement value acquisition 2

LED:
V22 Preparation ON
V23 Exposure ON
V24 Error occurred
V25 not used
V34 Radiation ON
Test points:
X15 Pin Color
1 black Ground (+ 5 V)
3 black Ground (+ 5 V)
4 red + 5 V ± 5%
5 brown +15 V ± 10 %
6 blue Ground (+/- 15 V)
7 yellow -15 V ± 10 %
Potentiometers:
P1 Setting of the mAs counter
P2 OFFSET mAS - converter
Set at the factory - Do not change!
P3 Max. filament inverter frequency
P4 Max. main inverter frequency
P5 Adjustment/setting of filament heating circuit
P6 Nominal filament current (standby and ZB), nominal tube current
(exposure)
Set at the factory - Do not change!
P7 Nominal kV value

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Reset - switch
SW2

SW2

P6 P7 X12
D 915 V22 V23 V24 V25

P5 X15

P4 ST

P3
P2 V34 Service
P1 X11 X10 X20
1 1 1

GND JR REG CAL KVP KV KVN IH JRS KVS F1 I I1 I2 TRG JIM SCH GND VC BAT KVM SCM VR

Fig. 6

D925 Rotating anode starter, filament inverter, ON/OFF switching circuit 2

LED:

VP +15 V for inverter frequency ok

+12V +12.5 V auxiliary voltage ok
I/O +12.5 V auxiliary voltage for I/O ok
AR Line voltage for anode starter ok
+DC, -DC 300 V voltage for filament ok

Fuses:

F1 10 AT + 12.5V for collimator lamp

F3 0.6 AT Auxiliary voltage +12.5 V for I/O
F4 0.6 AT Auxiliary voltage +12.5 V
F5 3.2 AF Line voltage for anode starter
F6 1.0 AT Line voltage for filament circuit
F7 10 AT Power
F8 10 AT Power

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Measurement points:

VP +15 V ± 10 % for inverter frequency

P12 + 12.5 V ± 10 % auxiliary voltage
GNDL Ground (+ 12.5 V)

X4 Pin Color
1 red +12.5 V ± 10 %
2 red +12.5 V ± 10 %
3 red +12.5 V ± 10 %
4 black Ground (+12.5 V)
5 black Ground (+12.5 V)
6 black Ground (+12.5 V)

U1 power supply unit 5 V ± 5% / 15 V ± 10 % 2

Fuse: 2 A T

U2 power supply unit 12.5 V ± 10 % 2

Fuse: 5 A T

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D950 capacitor charging circuit 2

LED:

LINE (V25) Line voltage ok

450 Vcc (V30) Capacitor voltage present (the voltage can also be considerably lower
than 450 V)

Fuse:

F1 10 AT Charging circuit

Test points:

ERR Error output charging error

VC Capacitor voltage 1 V 100 V
IC Capacitor charging current
FR1 Charging circuit frequency (dependent on the line voltage and VC)
GND Ground
CAR Signal to enable the charger
FR2 Frequency of the auxiliary power supply
OK Signal to indicate the full charge

D970 Capacitor bank 2

LED:

V1 - V10 Capacitor voltage present at C1 - C10

Fuse:

F1 - F10 20AF Capacitor charging voltage for C1 - C10

F11 80AF Capacitor voltage for inverter
F12 20AF Charging voltage for capacitor bank

Test points:

-VCC, +VCC Capacitor voltage

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Status of the LED’s (optimum condition) 2

a) POLYMOBIL Plus OFF, line voltage plug connected:

D925: LED +12 V ON

LED I/O ON

D950: LED 450 Vcc (V30) glows for 10 minutes following shutdown

D970: all LED’s glows for 10 minutes following shutdown

b) POLYMOBIL Plus ON, standby

D915: The exposure values are displayed

D925: LED VP ON
LED +12 V ON
LED I/O ON
LED AR ON
LED +DC ON
LED -DC ON

D950: LED LINE (V25) ON

LED 450 Vcc (V30) ON

D970: all LED’s ON

c) Preparation
All LED’s as described under b) and also V22 on D915.

d) Exposure
All LED’s as described under b) and also V22 and V23 as well as radiation indicator V34
on D915.
In case of an error, V24 on D915 glow (red).

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Error messages 3

NOTICE Error messages Err 1, and initialization errors Err 90, Err 96 and
Err 97 block the generator so that the system must be switched
off and switched back on again.
"StandBy" error messages disappear when the error is cleared.
Error messages which occur during an exposure will continue
flashing until another key is activated.

a) During initialization

Err 90 EPROM Checksum

Err 96 KVnom error
Err 97 mAnom error

b)During stand by

Err 1 Capacity charge error Charging circuit error

Err 2 +15 VError
Err 3 Vfil < Vstby
Err 4 Vfil > Vstby
Err 5 KVact ≠ 0
Err 6 mAact ≠ 0
Err 7 Rot ≠ 0
Err 8 Braking failure Error in the rotating anode circuit
Err 9 Pressure switch Oil pressure switch in the single tank
is active
Err 30 Fast capacitor charge Capacitor bank is charging too fast
Err 31 Slow capacitor charge Capacitor bank is charging too slow
Err 33 Inverter Error
Err 34 Filament circuit Inverter Short-Cir-
cuit

c)During exposure

Err 10 Rot = 0 No rotating anode acceleration

Err 11 Short circuit in main inverter Short circuit in the main inverter
Err 12 KVmax
Err 13 Imax
Err 14 KVact < KVnom
Err 15 mAact < mAnom
Err 17 Maximum exposure time Max. exposure reached
Err 18 Exposure not completed Exposure time not completed(expo-
sure release switch released)
Err 20 Capacitor not ready Capacitor bank not completely
charged
Err 21 Vfil > Vmax during prep Maximum filament heating exceeded
during preparation
Err 22 Maximum prep time Max. preparation time exceeded

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Troubleshooting after error messages 3

Err 1 Capacitor charge error

- Has the system not been used for a longer period of time
(higher capacitor leakage current)?
➪ If the error occurs after switching the system off and back
on again, configure the capacitor bank
(refer to the "Service program" chapter, pages 4-2).
- Are the discharge resistors permanently connected?
- Has the temperature sensor on D950 responded
(D950 TP ’TP’)?
- Has overvoltage in the C-bank been detected? (D950 TP ’VC’)
- Is there a short on D950? The error appears only when the short circuit is
continuous.
Replace D950.
Err 2 + 15 V - Error
- Check the fuse on power supply U1.
- Is power supply U1 defective?
Err 3 Vfil < Vstby (none or insufficient filament current)
- Do ’V1’ (-DC) and ’V2’ (+DC) flash on D925? Otherwise check fuse F6.
- No filament frequency? Check D915 .
- Connection D925 =>X-ray tube unit (X5).
- ConnectionD925 => D915 (X11).
- Check X-ray tube assembly.
- D925 defective.
Err 4 Vfil > Vstby (filament current is too high)
- Do ’V1’ (-DC) and ’V2’ (+DC) flash on D925? Otherwise check fuse F6.
- Filament frequency too high?
- A/D converter on D915 defective? => Replace D915.
- Short-circuit at the output of the filament inverter =>check connection to/in
the X-ray tube assembly.

Err 5 KVact ≠ 0
- No connection to the single tank generator (D915 X8)?
- Plug-in connection on D900 in the single tank generator ok?
Err 6 mAact ≠ 0
- Error in the measurement acquisition on D915? => Replace D915 .
- No connection to the single tank generator (D915 X8)?
- Plug-in connection on D900 in the single tank generator ok?
Err 7 Rot ≠ 0 (rotating anode speed ≠ 0)
- Error on D915 or D925.

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Err 8 Braking failure (error when braking the rotating anode - a current was
measured in the auxiliary capacitor C2 during the braking.)
- D915TP ’I1’. No current must be measured here when braking.
- D915 TP ’I2’. Braking current must be measured here.
- TRIAC ’V7’ or ’V8’ defective? => Replace D925.
Err 9 Pressure switch (oil pressure switch in the single tank generator is
active)
- Tube is overheated?
- Measure D915 plug X8 at pin 8. In case of malfunction, 0V are measured.
Err 10 Rot = 0 (rotating anode speed is 0 on exposure)
The error is only displayed as long preparation is depressed.
- LED ’AR’ on D925 flashes ; is fuse F5 ok?
- Measure at TP ’I1’ and ’I2’. Current has to be present during acceleration.
- Check D925.
- Is the power factor correction capacitor C2 defective?
- Connection to/in the single tank generator ok?
Err 11 Short circuit in main inverter
- Check D960 .
- Check D915 .
- Main inverter frequency too high?
Err 12 KVmax
- Interruption of KVact measurement. Measure TP ’KVN’ and ’KVP’ on D915.
Both signals must have the same amplitude.
- ’KVN’ or ’KVP’ > 70 kV.
- Error in kV measurement circuit?
- Error in kV control circuit?
Err 13 Imax
The tube or filament current is recorded.
- Check the filament circuit.
- Exposure filament basic value incorrectly set (P5 on D915)?
- Tube arcing?
If kVact < kVnom, Err 14 or Err 13 is detected and displayed. Refer also to the
troubleshooting information under Err 14.
Err 14 KVact < KVnom
- Voltage in the capacitor bank too low (D950 TP ’VC’)?
- Defective capacitors /fuses on the capacitor bank (D970)?
- No KVact?
- Error in the measurement circuit on D915?
- Main inverter frequency too low?
- Defect in the main inverter D960?
Err 15 mAACT < mANOM
- Check the filament circuit.

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Err 17 Maximum exposure time (Max. exposure time reached)

- Filament current too low?
- mAs counter is set incorrectly (P1 on D915)?
Err 18 Exposure not completed (exposure not completed by the system - expo-
sure switch was released)
- Operator error?
- Intermittent contact in the release switch?
- Error in the exposure release circuit?
Err 20 Capacitor bank not ready
Device was not ready yet / had not released yet.
- F1 on D950 defect?
- Error on D950?
Err 21 Vfil > Vmax (Max. Filament heating exceeded during preparation)
- Error during the acquisition of the filament heating?
- Basic value of the exposure filament incorrectly set (P5 on D915)?
- Error on D915?
Err 22 Maximum preparation (preparation time too long)
- Prep level pressed too long.
Err 30 Fast capacitor charge (capacitor bank charges too fast)
- Are all fuses on the capacitor bank (D970) ok?
- Are there defective capacitors?
- Is the line voltage too high (> 250 V)?
- Is the charging frequency too high?
- Configure the capacitor bank.
- D950 defect?
Err 31 Slow capacitor charge (capacitor bank charges too slow)
- ’V25’ (line) on D950 flashing? Check fuse F1
- None or insufficient charging frequency?
- Check D950 (’V22 - V24’ defective?)
- Poor connections to / in the capacitor bank?
Err 33 Inverter Error
- Check ribbon cable X20.
- FMAX not adusted?
- IGBT short - circuited?
Err 34 Filament Inverter short - circuit
- FMAX not adjusted?
- IGBT short - circuited?
Err 90 EPROM checksum
- EPROM defective.
Err 96 kVnom failure (hardware error , refer also to Err 5)
Err 97 mAnom failure (hardware error, refer also to Err 6)

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2
SW2

P6 P7 X12
D 915 V22 V23 V24 V25

X15
P5
P4 ST
"OPEN"
P3
P2 Service

P1 X11 X10 X20

1 1 1

GND JR REG CAL KVP KV KVN IH JRS KVS F1 I I1 I2 TRG JIM SCH GND VC BAT KVM SCM VR

Fig. 1

To bypass the service mode, the ST slot (1/Fig.1, below the display on D915) has to be
jumpered before switching on the POLYMOBIL Plus.
As soon as "Pr. 1" appears in the display, bring the jumper back to the "OPEN" position.

KV +/- keys toggle between the programs. When you are

already in a program, the next or previous program step
is selected.
Setting of the kV values in "Pr. 5" and "Pr. 6".

mAs +/- Setting of the mAs values in "Pr. 5" and "Pr. 6".

Lamp switch Activating or quitting the current program

To quit the service mode, switch the POLYMOBIL Plus off/on or press the Reset button
SW 2 (2/Fig.1).

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Service programs available 4

Pr. 1 Configures the capacitor bank.

After starting the service program,"CAP 150" appears on the display.
The voltage of the capacitor increases approximatelly in increments from
150 V to 250 V, 330 V, 400 V, 430 V up to 440 V.
The program remains at each step for about 6 minutes at the 150 V to
440 V level.
The system remains at the 440 V level for one hour, after which
the program automatically ends; "CAP END" appears on the display.
Pr. 2 Reads out the exposure counter.
Pr. 3 Error memory with up to 20 errors.The left display indicates how many
errors there are.The error message is displayed in the right display. The-
latest error is displayed first.
Pr. 4 Deletes error memory.
Press mAs + key for approximately 4 seconds.
Pr. 5 Sets the default exposure parameters (according to customer request).
Pr. 6 Sets the maximum possible KV and mAs values(according to customer
request.
Pr. 7 Adjusts FMAX on the main inverter.
"ADJ F" appears on the display after starting the service program.
Press S27.
"F on" appears on the display.
FMAX can be measured at TP "REG" on D 915, and can be set with the
potentiometer P4.
Pr. 8 Tests the anode starter unit.
Press S 27.
Pr. 9 Tests the filament unit.
"FIL 3" appears on the display after starting the service program.
Press S27.
Filament boosts; "FIL 5" appears on the display.

NOTICE There is no radiation present during these service programs.

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Line voltage 5

The line voltage must be set between 110 V ( + 10%) or 230 V ( + 10%).
The line voltage is adjusted automatically.

Measuring KVact and Itube 5

• Connect the oscilloscope to TP "JR", "KV" and "GND" on D915.

CH1 TP "JR" 1.0 V/Div

CH2 TP "KV" 1.0 V/Div
Ground at "GND"
10 ms/Div
Trigger external at TP "TRG"

• Set 90 kV and 10 mAs at the POLYMOBIL Plus and release an exposure.

The oscillogram should correspond to the one shown in Fig. 1.

Fig. 1

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Capacitor charging circuit 5

NOTICE Signals are only present during charging of the capacitors.

Charging frequency 5

• Connect the oscilloscope to D 950 at TP "FR1" and "GND".

CH1 TP "FR1" 5.0 V/Div

Ground at "GND"
20 µs/Div

• After switch on the following oscillogram can be measured:

Fig. 2

The capacitor charging frequency is 25 kHz and cannot be adjusted.

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Capacitor charging current 5

• Connect the oscilloscope to D 950 at TP "IC" and "GND".

CH1 TP "IC" 500 mV/Div

Ground at "GND"
20 µs/Div

• After switch on the following oscillogram can be measured:

Fig. 3

The charging current is dependent on the line voltage present and the charge sta-
tus(capacitor voltage Uc) of the capacitor bank.
Fig. 3 shows the charging current in standby, i. e. when the C-bank is charged.

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Capacitor voltage (Uc) and charging time 5

In exposure-ready status, capacitor voltage is approximately 440 V and can be measured

on D 950 TP "VC".
If the device is switched off because of overvoltage, the signal "ERR" is output on D950.

CAUTION You can measure the capacitor voltage at TP "VC" only if

POLYMOBIL Plus is switched on.

The charging time depends upon the residual charge of the capacitor bank and on the
available line voltage, e.g. with 230 V the max. charging time is about 15 s.
In the worst case, ( line voltage <100 V and residual charge = 0V), charging time
can take 40 seconds.
For the following measurement, the line voltage was 230 V and the residual charge 30 V.

D915 test point "VC" (1 V 100 V)

Fig. 4

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Rotating anode starter 5

Acceleration 5

Fig. 5 shows the stator currents during rotating anode acceleration (230 V).

CH2 D915 test point "I1" (1 V 0.25 A)

CH1 D915 test point "I2" (1 V 0.25 A)
10 ms /Div

Fig. 5

NOTICE The currents are correspondingly lower at 100V line voltage.

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Brakes 5

Fig. 6 shows the stator currents during braking (230 V)

CH2 D915 test point "I1" (1 V 0.25 A)

CH1 D915 test point "I2" (1 V 0.25 A)
10 ms /Div

Fig. 6

NOTICE The currents are correspondingly lower at 100V line voltage.

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kV Control 5

Checking the maximum main inverter frequency 5

NOTICE It is generally not necessary to set the main inverter frequency in

the field. When ordered as a replacement, D915 is preset at the
factory.

• Connect the oscilloscope to D915 at TP "REG" and "GND".

• Measure FMAX in the service program Pr. 7
(Refer to "Service program", section on "Service programs available")

5 V/Div.
20 µs/Div.
0→

FMAX = 18 kHz
TMIN = 55.5 µs Tolerance: -1.5 µs /+1.5 µs

Fig. 7

• Setting the maximum main inverter frequency with potentiometer P4

on D 915.

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Measuring the oscillating current 5

WARNING Prior to beginning the following instructions, you must discharge

the capacitor bank, because life-threatening DC voltage is
present. Check the actual charge with the DVM.

• Switch OFF POLYMOBIL Plus and wait until the capacitor voltage has dropped to a
value < 10 V.
• Disconnect the cable from the inverter to capacitor C1 and push the cable through the
current transformer 50 A : 50 mA (with a parallel resistor of 10 ohms) and connect the
cable again.
• Connect the oscilloscope to the current transformer.
• Switch ON POLYMOBIL Plus .
• Set 60 KV, 10 mAs on POLYMOBIL Plus and release exposure.
The diagram must correspond to Fig 8.

CAUTION The maximum main inverter frequency can only be measured in

the ascending part of the high voltage, i.e. in the first microsec-
onds, because afterwards the frequency is lower.

CH2: 1 V/Div, Trigger: Test point "TRG" external on D 915

20 µs /Div

Fig. 8

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Measuring the kVact and kVnom 5

• Connect the oscilloscope to D915 at TP "KV", "KVS" and "GND".

• Set 60 KV, 10 mAs on POLYMOBIL Plus and release exposure.
• The oscillogram must appear like the one in Fig. 9.
• The KVnom value can be set with P7 on D915.

Fig. 9

kVact: CH1 D915 test point "KV" 1V 20 KV

kVnom: CH2 D915 test point "KVS" 1V 30 KV
20 ms /Div

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Error in the kVact acquisition 5

Fig. 10 shows that one kVact cable from the single tank generator to the D915 is damaged
or disconnected.
The monitor (KVM) responds (curve 3) because KVN and KVP have different amplitudes;
the exposure is terminated with ERR 12.
Refer to function description "KV monitoring".

Fig. 10

Exposure data: 102 KV 10 mAs

KVact: CH1: D915 test point "KV"
Itube: CH2: D915 test point "JR"
CH3: D915 test point "KVM"
1 ms /Div

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Testing the filament circuit 5

Filament circuit in standby 5

• Connect the oscilloscope to D915 at TP "CAL", "I" and "GND".

Fig. 11

Filament inverter frequency CH1: D915 test point "CAL"

Filament current CH2: D915 test point "I"

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Setting the maximum filament inverter frequency 5

The maximum filament inverter freqency is 25 kHz and can be set with P3 on D915.
Proceed as follows:
• Switch POLYMOBIL Plus OFF.
• Remove fuse F6 on D925.
• Connect the oscilloscope to D915 at TP "CAL" and "GND".
• Switch POLYMOBIL Plus ON (Err 03 is blinking).
The oscillogram must appear like the one in Fig. 12.

CH1: D915 test point "CAL"

20 µs /Div

Fig. 12

• Setting the maximum filament inverter frequency with potentiometer P3 on D915.

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Measuring the filament nominal value 5

The filament nominal value is set at the factory and should not be changed.
The filament nominal value can be measured on D915 at TP "JRS" and "GND" with the
DVM and is 1.5 V ± 4% in standby.

NOTICE If this value is changed, the nominal values for preparation and
exposure are also affected.

Setting the tube current for the exposure 5

The tube current must be reset for each tube.

Proceed as follows:
• Connect the oscilloscope to D915 at TP "JR", "IH" and "GND".
• Set 60 kV, 10 mAs on POLYMOBIL Plus and release an exposure.
The oscillogram must appear like the one in Fig. 13.

Fig. 13

Actual tube current valueCH1: D915 test point "JR"

Actual fil. current value CH3: D915 test point "IH"

If this is not the case, adjust P5 on D915 until there is minimal current overshoot at the
beginning of the exposure.
The standby heating of the exposure is set via P5 ( IH , IH ).
Fig. 13 shows the correct setting.
In Fig. 14 the standby heating is set too high.
In Fig. 15 the standby heating is set too low.

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Tek Stop: Single Seq 2.50kS/s

3
Ch1 1.00V M20.0ms Ch1 1.56V
Ch3 500mV
Standby heating too high

Fig. 14

Standby heating too low

Fig. 15

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Testing and setting the mAs counter 5

• Unscrew the lid of the single tank cover.

• Pull out the mAs jumper on D900 and connect the mAs meter.
• Set 70 kV, 80 mAs on POLYMOBIL Plus and release exposure.
If the value displayed on the mAs meter does not coincide with the value set on
POLYMOBIL Plus, adjust the mAs counter with P1 on D915.

Release another exposure and compare the display.

WARNING Observe the cooling intervals for the tube.

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Length

Marker

Side marker

Fig. 16

Coincidence of light and radiation fields 5

Procedure:
• Insert film into the 24 cm x 30 cm or 10” x 12” cassette and place it on a table or similar
surface.
• Adjust the vertical SID of 100 cm or 40” to the top edge of the cassette using a measuring
tape.
• Use the knobs to set a format of 18 cm x 24 cm or 8” x 10”.
• Switch on the light localizer and align the cassette.
• Apply radiopaque markers (e.g. washers, coins) as shown in Fig. 16 .
Use one washer as a side marker.
• Release an exposure (60 kV, 10 mAs) and develop the film.
• Log the following data on the developed film using a water-resistant felt-tip pen.
- SID setting
- Film size
- Radiation field size

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Evaluation:
• Measure the deviations (X1, X2, Y1, Y2) between the edges of the light field and the
radiation field on all four sides, corresponding to Fig. 17.
• Calculate the total deviations in the X and Y directions (disregarding the algebraic sign).

Y1
Film

Light field

X2 X1

Radiation field

Y2

Fig. 17

• The deviations in length (total Y) as well as the deviations in width (total X) must be
smaller than 1.6 cm respectively.

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Fig. 18 Fig. 19

• If the deviation is larger, loosen the 4 Allen screws a little ( arrow /Fig.18/19) and shift the
collimator accordingly.
After adjusting the collimator, tighten the screws again (arrow / Fig.18/19).
• Repeat the test and readjust the collimator until the light and radiation fields are within
the acceptable tolerance (< 1.6 cm).

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1
2

Fig. 20 Fig. 21

Testing and readjusting the counterbalance 5

• Loosen the rotating knob (2/Fig.20) and unlock the C-arm (1/Fig.20).
It should be possible to move the C-arm without any attached accessories easily across
the whole range and the arm should come to a stop in any desired position.

Readjusting the counterbalance with accessories attached 5

If the C-arm with accessories attached does not come to a stop in any desired position,
readjust the spring tension for the counterbalance.
• Remove the cover (3/Fig.20) at the stand.
• Release the supplemental brake at the C-arm (2/Fig.20) completely.
• Move the C-arm into a vertical position.
• Tighten the screw using a 17 mm Allen key (4/Fig.21).
Adjust the spring tension in such a way, that there is a balance when the C-arm is in a
vertical position, i.e. that equal force is required to lift and lower the tube assembly.

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NOTICE To repair paint chips, the POLYMOBIL Plus colors

can be ordered in spray cans:

"white" spray paint 84 27 734 RE999

"ergo gray" spray paint 84 27 742 RE999
"medical blue" spray paint (in preperation)

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Replacing the single tank generator 6

To replace the single tank generator, remove it from the stand as described in the follow-
ing:
• Remove the collimator (refer to “Replacing the collimator”).
• Move the arm into the lowest position and check whether the safety mechanism (bolt 1 /
Fig. 1) is locked into position.
Now the stand cannot be moved upwards.
• Remove the four Allen screws of the single tank generator cover (2/Fig.2), remove the
cover, disconnect the connections and the strain relief of the corrugated tubing (3/Fig.2)
and remove it.

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Fig. 3

• Take out one of the four mounting screws and insert it into the threaded hole and tighten
it (arrow/Fig.3).

WARNING This is a safety device to prevent the arm of the unit from flying
upward if the lever for the transport lock is inadvertantly
activated.

• Place a pad under the single tank generator.

• Disconnect the single tank generator together with the bracket from the stand by
removing the three remaining screws (4/Fig.3).
• Lower the single tank generator to the pad.
• The single tank generator is installed in reverse sequence.
- Secure the three mounting screws (4/Fig.3) with Loctite 242 and tighten them.
- Remove the fourth mounting screw from the threaded hole (arrow/Fig.3) and reinstall it
in its former position. Secure the screw with Loctite 242.
- Test the torque of the mounting screws ;
Nom: 25 Nm, Tolerance ± 10%.
• Reinstall the collimator in reverse sequence.
• Set the tube current (refer to "Setting the tube current for the exposure", pp 5-12).
• Check the coincidence of the light and radiation fields and adjust, if necessary
(refer to "Coincidence of light and radiation fields", pp 5-15)

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Fig. 4 Fig. 5

Replacing the collimator 6

In case of damage, the collimator has to be completely replaced.

Proceed as follows:
• Remove the two screws ( 5/Fig.5) and remove the back panel.
• Mark the 5 connecting cables of the collimator and disconnect them.
• Remove two screws on each side (6/Fig.5) of the upper cover.
• Turn the two knobs to the end position and remove them.
• Remove the front panel after you have removed the two screws (7/Fig. 6).
Caution : The front panel is connected to the collimator via a cable (9/Fig. 7).
• Remove the collimator after removing the four Allen screws (arrow /Fig.4/5).

CAUTION Hold the collimator securely.

Lift the upper cover and pull the cable through the housing.

• Attach the new collimator with the four screws (arrow /Fig.4/5) and center it.
• Reconnect the cables and the back panel.
• Check the coincidence of the light and radiation fields and adjust, if required.
(Refer to “Coincidence of light and radiation field”, page 5-15.)

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9 10
7

8 11

Fig. 6 Fig. 7

Replacing the lamp for the localizer 6

• The replacement light localizer lamp is located below the cassette module.
• Turn both knobs (8/Fig.6) to the end position and remove them.
• Remove the front panel after removing both screws (7/Fig.6) .
Caution: The front panel is connected to the collimator via a cable (9/Fig.7).
• Remove both screws (10/Fig.7) and take off the metal bracket for the temperature
switch).
• Take out the defective lamp (11/Fig. 7) and replace it with a new lamp.

CAUTION Do not touch the glass envelope with your fingers.

• Attach the bracket and the front panel.

• Adjust both knobs and attach them.
• Check the function of the light localizer lamp.
• Check the considence of light and radiation fields (see "Considence of light and radiation
fields" in chapter 5).

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Fig. 8

Replacing the steering caster 6

Step:
1 Loosen only Allen screws on the left and right (2.5 mm wrench.
2 Pull back hexagonal shaft
3 Remove pedal
4 Remove Allen screws (wrench size 6 mm).
5 Pull out the caster.
6 Align the threaded holes on the new caster.

• Install in the reverse sequence.

• Test the pedal positions (Refer to Operating Instructions).

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R3 R4
R5
C1

VCC
+ -

Fig. 9

Replacing the capacitor bank 6

WARNING When working on the open system, there is the danger of

Electric shock !
• The capacitor bank can still be charged.
Do not attempt to work on the system while this condition exists.
• For details see chapter "Prerequisites".

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2
R3 R4
R5
C1

1
VCC
+ -

1
2

Fig. 10 Fig. 11

• Switch the unit off; disconnect the line voltage plug;

• Remove the 2 cover screws on each side (1/Fig.10) and remove the cover(with cassette
drawer).
• Measure the actual voltage present in the capacitor bank with the DVM at test point -
VCC and +VCC on the inverter board D960 or (more accessible) on the capacitor board
D970 at the + connecting point of the C3 capacitor and on the right-hand side of fuse F3
(see Fig. 11).

WARNING Continue work only if the capacitor unit is discharged (U < 10 V)

• Remove one cover screw on each side (2/Fig.10).

• Unscrew the three Allen screws (2/Fig.11).
• Pull out the connectors X3 and X9 (3/Fig.11) on the charging board D950.
• Remove flat ribbon cable X20 (4/Fig.11) from the inverter board D960 and from the
charging board D950.
• Disconnect and remove the cables of oscillating circuit capacitor C1 and oscillating
circuit coil L1 to inverter board D960.
• Pull the entire capacitor unit out towards the front.

WARNING If a fuse on D970 is defective, high voltage may still be present at

the affected capacitor.
In this case, discharge the affected capacitor with the discharging
resistor R5 (5/Fig. 11) .

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• Assembly is performed in the reverse sequence.

• Check the capacitor voltage (Uc) and the charging time (refer to "Capacitor voltage (Uc)
and charging time ", page 5-3)

SMS Iselin / O’Donnell

TD SD 24 / Am-Ende
TD SD 24 / Groß

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Assemblers and other persons who are not employed by or otherwise directly affiliated
with or authorized by Siemens or one of its affiliates are directed to contact one of the
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Table of Contents 3

0 Table of Contents
1 _______ General ________________________________________________________ 4

Required documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Required tools, measurement and auxiliary equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Required lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Text emphasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety information and protective measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Explanation of abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Information on the protective conductor resistance test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Information on the device leakage current measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Technical Safety Checks (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

2 _______ Inspection and Maintenance______________________________________ 22

Visual inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Checking for signs of damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Customer documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Checking the screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Checking the handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Checking the wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Checking the pedal positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Single tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Double-slot diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Radiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Control console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Protective conductor test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Device leakage current measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
DAP measuring system (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Final Work Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

3 _______ Changes to the previous version __________________________________ 40

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1 General

1.1 Required documentation

• Maintenance Protocol SPR8-125.832...

• Service Instructions SPR8-125.061...
• Instructions for Use SPR8-125.201...
• Block Circuit Diagram X069I
• Function Description SPR8-125.041...
• Technical Safety Checks - Protocol * SP00-000.834.01...

* According to DIN VDE 0751-1, we recommend documenting the maintenance results in

the maintenance protocol as well as the TSC protocol, completing it fully and handing it
over to the customer.

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1.2 Required tools, measurement and auxiliary equipment

NOTE All tools, measurement and auxiliary devices, with the exception of
those marked "* ", are listed in the STC (Service Tools Catalogue)
along with their specifications.

• Standard service tools *

• 2-channel memory oscilloscope
• Protective conductor and device leakage current meter
• Torque wrench 20 Nm - 100 Nm
• Loctite 242
• Dose meter (for optional "DAP measuring system" only)
• Calibration tool for "DAP measuring system", part no. 65 84 978

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1.3 Required lubricant

• All purpose spray WD-40 28 70 061

• Optimol Longtime PD2 grease (20 g) 34 91 271
(1 kg) 73 95 445

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1.4 Text emphasis

Fig. 1: Safety notes

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1.5 Safety information and protective measures

WARNING Risk of death, injuries or material damage
Non-compliance can lead to death, injuries or material damage.

Please observe:
¹ the product-specific safety information in these instruc-
tions
¹ the general safety information in the document
TD00-000.860.01... and
¹ the safety information according to ARTD part 2.

WARNING X-ray radiation!

Non-compliance can lead to illness, irreversible damage to body
cells and genetic material, severe injuries and death.

When working on the unit which requires release of radiation, the

radiation protection guidelines and the radiation protection rules
according to ARTD-002.731.02... must be observed.

Observe the following:

¹ Use available radiation protection equipment.
¹ Wear radiation protective clothing (lead apron).
¹ Keep distance to radiation source as large as possible.
¹ Only release radiation if necessary.
¹ Set radiation as low as possible (low kV and mAs val-
ues).
¹ Release radiation as briefly as possible.
X ¹ Checks that require radiation to be released are marked
by the radiation warning symbol displayed on the left.

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Fig. 2:

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DANGER When working on the open unit there is a risk of electrical shock!
Non-compliance can lead to injuries or death.

Observe the following:

¹ The capacitor bank can still be charged. Do not attempt
to work on the system while this condition exists.
¹ After switching off the system, approximately 450 VDC
(350 VDC for Serial No. < 10100) may still be present in
the system even after disconnecting the line voltage
plug. Within 10 minutes this voltage will drop to approxi-
mately 10 V.
¹ Always measure the actual voltage present with the DVM
at test points -VCC and + VCC on the D 960 inverter
board or (more accessible) on the D 970 capacitor board
at the + connection point of capacitor C3 and on the right
side of fuse F3 (Fig. 2 / p. 9).
¹ LEDs V1 ... V10 on D 970 go out at a significantly higher
voltage level and are therefore not reliable safety indica-
tors.
¹ If a fuse on the D 970 has responded, high voltage may
still be present at the affected capacitor even after a pro-
longed period of time.
¹ The capacitor discharge circuit utilizes the D925 board,
CS and LS relays. If connectors X3 or X9 on D 925 or D
950 are not inserted or if there is a defect in the circuit,
the C-bank will not discharge. This can cause life-threat-
ening voltage to be present in the system even after a
prolonged period of time.
¹ Also refer to the Polymobil Plus Service instructions
SPR8-125.061... "Replacing the capacitor bank".

• Connect the Polymobil Plus only to a line voltage supply (line voltage receptacle) that
complies with the requirements of VDE 0107 or corresponds to the local national regu-
lations.
• Disconnect the Polymobil Plus at the line voltage OFF switch on the operating console
and disconnect the line voltage plug prior to performing any service work.
• Remove or insert boards with the generator switched OFF only; observe ESD guide-
lines when handling boards.

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1.6 Explanation of abbreviations

Abbrev. Explanation
SI Safety Inspection
SIE Electrical Safety Inspection
SIM Mechanical Safety Inspection
PM Preventive Maintenance
PMP Preventive Maintenance Preventive Parts Replacement, External Inspec-
tion, etc.
PMA Preventive Maintenance Adjustments
PMF Preventive Maintenance, Function Check, Operating Value Check
Q Quality Check
QIQ Image Quality Check
QSQ System Quality Check
SW Software Maintenance

The items identified by these abbreviations are contained in the Maintenance Protocol
and should be checked off upon completion.

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1.7 Information on the protective conductor resistance test

Observe the information in the “Safety rules for installation and maintenance”
(ARTD-002.731.17...).
The protective conductor resistance is to be measured, documented and evaluated during
maintenance.

NOTE For evaluation, the value first measured and values documented
during previous maintenance or safety checks are to be compared
to the measured values. A sudden increase of the measured val-
ues, even if the limit value of 0.2 Ohm is not exceeded, indicates
errors in the protective conductor connection (protective conduc-
tor or contacts).

Measurement is to be carried out according to DIN VDE 0751, part 1 (see ARTD part 2).
In doing so, the protective conductor resistance to all conductive and accessible parts is
to be measured in the normal operating status of the unit.
Make sure that control or data cables between components of the unit do not simulate a
protective conductor connection.
During measurement, the power supply cable and additional connection cables with inte-
grated protective conductor are to be moved section by section in order to detect breaks
in the cables.
The protective conductor resistance must not exceed 0.2 Ohm.

Fig. 3: Measuring circuit for measuring the protective conductor resistance for units that are
disconnected from power, in compliance with DIN VDE 0751-1/2001-10, Fig. C2.
Pos. 1 = System
Pos. 2 = Application part type B (if available)
Pos. 3 = Measurement setup (integrated into measuring device)

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The values that were determined are to be logged and evaluated in the report “Protective
conductor resistance / report” by indicating the measuring points.
In addition, the measuring procedure and the measuring device used (designation and
serial number) are to be documented.

NOTE The report “Protective conductor resistance / report” is filed in the

“Certificates” register in the system folder.

NOTE If documentation of protective conductor resistance measure-

ments is missing, a new report must be created.
A new report “Protective conductor resistance / report” is included
in the SPR8-125.034.02.02 startup instructions. Detach this report
from these instructions, complete it and file it in the “Certificates”
register in the system folder. For a first determination, the deter-
mined values are to be logged as values measured for the first
time. Evaluation is not required in this case.

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1.8 Information on the device leakage current measurement

NOTE During maintenance, the device leakage current measurement is
to be carried out and logged as repeated measurement.
However, under the following circumstances the value first mea-
sured is to be determined again and a new report is to be created:
- If documentation of device leakage current measurement is miss-
ing.
- If local mains voltage deviates from the mains voltage document-
ed in the report (e.g. in case of change of location / change of op-
erator).
- When using another measuring process for measuring the device
leakage current than that documented in the report.
For traceability, the newly created report is to be referenced in
writing on the old report. The reason for new determination of the
value which was first measured is to be documented and con-
firmed with name and signature.

Observe the instructions in the “Safety rules for installation and maintenance”
(ARTD-002.731.17...).

WARNING Electrical voltage!

Non-compliance can lead to severe injuries even resulting in
death.
¹ The device leakage current measurement for devices of
protection class I may only be carried out after protective
conductor tests were carried out successfully.

First measured value

The first measured value was determined already and documented in the report “Device
leakage current / report”. The measuring method was also logged.
Measurement was carried out with the logged mains voltage and the logged measuring
devices.

Measurement
Measurement is to be carried out according to DIN VDE 0751, part 1 (see
ARTD-002.731.17...) and the determined value is to be logged.
The measuring method indicated in the report is to be used for this.
If the value first measured needs to be determined again (see instructions above), either
direct measurement or differential measurement can be selected.

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Measuring the device leakage current according to the differential current method (mea-
suring setup according to (Fig. 4 / p. 15)) is the preferred method, as the person carrying
out the measurement or other persons are not endangered during the measurement.

However, observe the minimum resolution of the leakage current measuring device and
additional manufacturer specifications which limit usage of the measuring device.

Fig. 4: Measuring circuit for measuring the leakage current according to the differential current
method in compliance with DIN VDE 0751-1/2001-10, Fig. C6 for protection class I.
Pos. 1 = System
Pos. 2 = Application part type B (if available)
Pos. 3 = Measurement setup (integrated into measuring device)

If direct measurement of the device leakage current is used (measuring setup according
to (Fig. 5 / p. 16)), the system must be installed in an insulated way and must not be
touched during measurement.

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Fig. 5: Measuring circuit for direct measurement of the leakage current in compliance with DIN
VDE 0751-1/2001-10, Fig. C5 for protection class I.
Pos. 1 = System
Pos. 2 = Application part type B (if available)
Pos. 3 = Measurement setup (integrated into measuring device)

WARNING Electrical voltage!

Non-compliance can lead to serious injuries or even death.
¹ When measuring device leakage current directly, during
measurement, no housing parts of the unit must be
touched (Fig. 5 / p. 16)).
¹ Access to the unit by third parties must be prevented.

The unit must be switched on during measurement. Therefore, measuring devices with
automated measuring procedure must be set to manual measuring.

The highest value must be entered into the report “Device leakage current / report”.

This value must not exceed the permissible leakage current values according to DIN VDE
0751-1/2001-10, Table F.1, line “Device leakage current for units according to remarks 1
and 3”, of 2.5 mA.
The actual mains voltage is to be measured and logged. If the measured mains voltage
deviates from the nominal voltage, the measuring value is to be corrected to the value
which corresponds to a measurement with the nominal value of the mains voltage. This is
to be additionally documented.

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The measuring method (differential measurement or direct measurement) and the mea-
suring device used (designation and serial number) are to be documented.

For repeated measurements, the measuring value is to be evaluated additionally.

NOTE For evaluation, the value first measured and the values document-
ed during previous maintenance or safety tests are to be com-
pared with the measured values. A sudden increase of the
measured values, even if the limit value of 2.5 mA is not exceeded,
indicates errors in the primary circuit of the mains voltage supply
(insulation damages, damages due to dampness, faulty suppres-
sor element or similar).

In case of new determination, evaluation is not required.

The report “Device leakage current / report” is to be filed in the “Certificates” register in the
system folder.

NOTE The report “Device leakage current / report” is filed in the “Certifi-
cates” register in the system folder.

NOTE If documentation of device leakage current measurement is miss-

ing, a new report must be created.
A new report “Device leakage current / report” is included in the
startup instructions SPR8-125.034.02.02. Detach the report from
this instruction, complete it and file it in the “Certificates” register
in the system folder. For a first determination, the determined val-
ues are to be logged as values measured for the first time. Evalu-
ation is not required in this case.

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1.9 Technical Safety Checks (TSC)

Abbreviation: TSC = Technical Safety Checks

NOTE Within the scope of DIN VDE 0751-1, the operator of medical-tech-
nical products is required to carry out technical safety checks at
regular intervals.
The tests listed in these maintenance instructions include all tech-
nical safety checks required according to DIN VDE 0751-1.
For the technical safety checks, a separate report is available with
the print number SP00-000.834.01....
Within the scope of DIN VDE 0751-1, we recommend documenting
the results of maintenance in the maintenance protocol as well as
the TSC protocol, completing it and handing it over to the custom-
er.
The following table allocates the corresponding maintenance pro-
cedures to each technical safety check which is documented in the
document SP00-000.834.01....

Test certificate “Technical safety Maintenance instructions, test / remarks

checks”
1 Information for identification Please complete fields.
2 General tests n.a.
2.1 Visual check: No damages affecting 2.1.1 Checks for signs of damage, tests:
safety? SIM Covers
SIM Control box / control console
SIM Exposure release cable
SIM Power and primary cables
2.2 Cables and cable guides safe and 2.1.1 Checks for signs of damage, tests:
without visible damage? SIM Exposure release cable
SIM Power and primary cables
2.3 Used accessories without damage? 2.1.1 Checks for signs of damage, test:
SIM DAP measuring system (optional)
2.4 Radiation protection equipment avail- 2.9 Radiation, tests:
able and without damage? (no structural SIE Radiation indicator
radiation protection)
SIE Acoustic signal

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Test certificate “Technical safety Maintenance instructions, test / remarks

checks”
2.5 Required operator documents com- 2.1.3 Customer documents, test:
plete, available, readable SI customer documents
Ask the customer for additional required
operator documents and check for com-
pleteness, availability and readability.
2.6 All warnings available and visible? 2.1.2 Labels, test:
SIM labels
2.7 Operating icons, LEDs and key label- 2.9 Radiation, test:
ing ok? SIE Radiation Indicator
2.10 Control console, tests:
SIE Operating elements
SIE Indicators
3. Electrical checks n.a.
3.1 Protective conductor resistance mea- 2.11 Protective conductor test, test:
surement SIE Protective conductor test
3.2 Device leakage current or equivalent n.a.
device leakage current measurement
3.2.1 Device leakage current measure- 2.12 Device leakage current measurement,
ment test:
SIE Device leakage current measurement
3.2.2 Equivalent device leakage current n.a.
measurement
3.3 Patient leakage current or equivalent n.a.
patient leakage current measurement
3.3.1 Patient leakage current measure- n.a.
ment
3.3.2 Equivalent patient leakage current n.a.
measurement
4. Mechanical checks n.a.
4.1 Wall, ceiling and floor attachments n.a.
fixed and without damage?

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Test certificate “Technical safety Maintenance instructions, test / remarks

checks”
4.2 Mechanically moving unit parts clean 2.8 Stand, test:
and easy to move (lubricated, if neces- SIM Support arm locking device
sary)?
2.6 Single tank, test:
SIM Locking device
2.7 Double-slot diaphragm, test:
SIM Rotating
4.3 Ropes, chains, belts and spindles 2.8 Stand, test:
without signs of wear and tear? SIM Chains of the spring counterbalance
4.4 Mobile devices: wheels / pulleys and 2.2 Checking the screws, test:
brakes ok? SIM Front wheels
2.4 Checking the wheels, tests:
SIM Noises
SIM Ease of movement
SIM Wear and tear on the rubber cover
2.5 Checking the pedal positions, test:
SIM Braking / locking
4.5 No conspicuous sound during opera- 2.4 Checking the wheels, test:
tion (e.g., gear)? SIM Noises
2.8 Stand, test:
SIM Spring counterbalance
5. Functional checks n.a.
5.1 Emergency Stop- emergency shut- n.a.
down button functional
5.2 Warning devices functional? 2.9 Radiation, tests:
SIE Radiation indicator
SIE Acoustic signal
5.3. Switch-off of unit movements in end n.a.
position OK?
5.4 Switch-off of unit movements via col- n.a.
lision protection OK (e.g., collision pro-
tection)?
5.5. Safety distances (wall, floor, ceiling) n.a.
complied with or ensured via other mea-
sures (e.g., light barrier)?
5.6. Other safety shutoffs functional (e.g., n.a.
safety floor plate)?

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Test certificate “Technical safety Maintenance instructions, test / remarks

checks”
5.7 Table and unit positions reproducible n.a.
(e.g., zero positions, layer height etc.)?
6. Product-specific tests 2.2 Checking the screws, tests:
SIM Cassette compartment
SIM Pedals
2.3 Checking the handles, tests:
SIM Single-tank yoke
SIM Single tank
SIM Transport handle above the control
console
2.5 Checking the pedal positions, tests:
SIM Maneuvering movement
SIM Forward movement
2.6 Single tank, test:
SIM Suspension
2.8 Stand, test:
SIM Stand mounting
2.13 DAP measuring system (optional), test:
SIE Function of DAP measuring system
7. Test result / evaluation: Evaluate the long-term tendencies of the
protective conductor resistance and the
device leakage current by comparing the
actual measuring values with the values
determined during previous safety-relevant
tests. A sudden increase of the measured
values, even if the limit values are not
exceeded, indicates a safety-relevant fault.
Enter the result of the test.
Have the TSC protocol signed by the opera-
tor or a person authorized by the operator.
Hand over the TSC protocol to the operator
or a person authorized by the operator.

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2-
2 Inspection and Maintenance

2.1 Visual inspection

2.1.1 Checking for signs of damage

• Repair or replace damaged parts as required.
SIM Covers
SIM Control box / control console
SIM Exposure release cable
SIM Power and primary cables
• Check the cables for damage and breakage. Pay special attention to the cable run at
the bends of the flexible hose.
- At locations where the cables are subjected to severe strain due to movement,
check to ensure that the holding device is firmly seated.
SIM DAP measuring system (optional)
• Make sure there are no scratches on the DAP ionization chamber. Make sure the cable
and the connector are intact. Make sure the DAP display is intact as well.

2.1.2 Labels
SIM Labels
• Check all labels on the device with model and serial number, as well as warnings. Posi-
tioning of the labels is described in the operator manual (chapter “Location of labels”).
• Make sure all labels are available and readable.

2.1.3 Customer documents

SI Customer documents
• The operator manual must be available to the customer.
The operator manual must be checked for availability, completeness and readability.

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2.2 Checking the screws

• Check for firm seating and tighten, if necessary:
SIM Cassette compartment
SIM Pedals
SIM Front wheels

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2.3 Checking the handles

• Check the handles for firm seating and tighten, if necessary:
SIM Single-tank yoke
SIM Single tank
SIM Transport handle above the control console

NOTE If any screws or locking elements are to be replaced, the matching

screw-locking devices must also be replaced.

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2.4 Checking the wheels

SIM Noises
SIM Ease of movement
SIM Wear and tear on the rubber cover
• Check the wheels for noises, ease of movement and wear and tear on the rubber cov-
er; replace if necessary (see Service Instructions ”Replacing the steering castor”).

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2.5 Checking the pedal positions

Fig. 1: Checking the pedal positions

• If the following functions are no longer reliable, replace both steering castors complete-
ly (see Service Instructions ”Replacing the steering castor”).
SIM Braking / Locking
• Pedal positions are as shown in (1//Fig. 1 / p. 26)
¹ The rear wheels are locked.
The unit is locked in place and cannot be moved.
SIM Maneuvering movement
• Pedal positions as shown in (2//Fig. 1 / p. 26)
¹ The rear wheels can be freely swiveled.
The unit can be moved in any desired direction.
SIM Forward movement
• Pedal positions as shown in (3//Fig. 1 / p. 26)
¹ The unit can be moved forwards and backwards.
It is steered by means of the front wheels.

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2.6 Single tank

Fig. 2: Fig. 3:

SIM Suspension
• The single tank support (1//Fig. 2 / p. 27) with the single tank must be seated securely
on the flange of the support arm. Check the torque of the 4 screws (2//Fig. 2 / p. 27);
T • NOM: 25 Nm, Tolerance: ± 10%.

SIM Locking device

• Check the locking handle (3//Fig. 3 / p. 27) for firm seating and tighten, if necessary.
• With the locking device released (locking handle (3//Fig. 3 / p. 27) set counterclock-
wise), it must be possible to move the single tank to all sides easily.
• Checking the locking device: Tighten the locking handle (3//Fig. 3 / p. 27) in clockwise
direction. It should no longer be possible to shift the single tank.
Readjusting the locking device:
- Tighten the locking handle (3//Fig. 3 / p. 27) in clockwise direction up to the stop.
- Unscrew the screw (4//Fig. 3 / p. 27) and push the locking handle off the shaft using
the screwdriver.
- Insert the locking handle in perpendicular position and tighten the screw
(4//Fig. 3 / p. 27) securely.
- Recheck the locking mechanism of the single tank.

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2.7 Double-slot diaphragm

Fig. 4:
• Connect the line voltage cable and turn the Polymobil Plus ON .
PMF Light localizer lamp
• Check the function of the light localizer lamp and replace, if necessary. Refer to the Ser-
vice Instructions "Replacing the light localizer lamp".
SIM Rotating
• Check whether the double-slot diaphragm can easily be rotated ± 45 (Fig. 4 / p. 28).
PMF Format setting
• Check the format setting (pairs of collimator leaves) for ease of movement and unifor-
mity (by sliding the diaphragm adjusting levers (1//Fig. 4 / p. 28).
• Switch the Polymobil Plus OFF and disconnect the line voltage plug.
PMF 0° degree position
• Move the support arm into its uppermost position.
• Place a water level against the double-slot collimator and check the 0° setting.
If necessary, readjust the scale on both sides.

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2.8 Stand

Fig. 5: Fig. 6:

SIM Support arm locking device

• Move the support arm to the horizontal position after loosening the locking device
(1//Fig. 5 / p. 29).
• Tighten the 4 Allen screws (2//Fig. 5 / p. 29) securely.
• Move the arm system into the lock-in position, making sure that the central stop bolt
audibly snaps into the catch without any friction or jamming.
• Check the shaft (3//Fig. 5 / p. 29) for play and the retaining rings (4//Fig. 5 / p. 29) for
firm seating.
• Check the nuts of the two gripping bolts (5//Fig. 5 / p. 29) and tighten, if necessary.
• Check the edges of the locking disks (6//Fig. 6 / p. 29); they must not be worn.
• Check to see whether there is play to all sides without any signs of wear on the stop
yoke in the head of the stand (7//Fig. 6 / p. 29).
SIM Stand mounting
• Check that the stand is firmly mounted.
SIM Spring counterbalance

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Fig. 7: Fig. 8:

• Release the support arm from the (transport) park position (1//Fig. 7 / p. 30)
• Slowly move the support arm into the uppermost position. When doing so, the support
arm must stop in any desired position without accessories attached and without the
supplementary brake applied (2//Fig. 7 / p. 30).
• Check the additional locking of the support arm with the knob (2//Fig. 7 / p. 30)
Readjusting the spring tension:
- Remove the cover (3//Fig. 7 / p. 30) from the stand.
- Fully release the supplementary brake on the support arm (2//Fig. 7 / p. 30).
- Move the support arm into the horizontal position.
- Firmly tighten the nut (4//Fig. 8 / p. 30) using a 17-mm open-ended wrench. Adjust
the spring tension so that the support arm is balanced in the horizontal position, i.e.,
so that equal force is required when lifting and lowering the tube.
SIM Chains of the spring counterbalance
• Remove the cover (3//Fig. 7 / p. 30) from the stand.
• The condition of the chains (5//Fig. 8 / p. 30) for the spring counterbalance must be
checked carefully. If the chain is defective, the stand column must be replaced.

PMP Maintenance of joints and chains

• Spray the joints of the stands with WD-40.
• Grease the chains with Optimol Longtime PD2 (5//Fig. 8 / p. 30).
• Reinstall the stand cover (3//Fig. 7 / p. 30).

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2.9 Radiation

Fig. 9:
• Insert line voltage plug, Polymobil Plus ON
• Close the double-slot diaphragm. Set 60 kV, 10 mAs.
SIE Radiation indicator
SIE Acoustic signal

X • Release an exposure. The radiation indicator (1//Fig. 9 / p. 31)

must light up during the exposure; at the same time, an acoustic signal sounds.
• Switch the Polymobil Plus OFF and disconnect the line voltage plug.
PMF kV and tube current (IR)
• Loosen and remove the upper cover of the switchbox by removing the
4 Allen screws.
• Connect oscilloscope:
CH1: D915.IR
CH2: D915.kV (1 V 20 kV actual value)
and D915.GND
• Insert line voltage plug, Polymobil Plus ON
X • Release exposures with 90 kV, 10 mAs.

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Fig. 10: kV and tube current

• If no oscillogram is produced, adjust as described in the Service Instructions.

• Switch the Polymobil Plus OFF and disconnect the line voltage plug.
• Close the control console.
QSQ Coincidence of light field and radiation field

NOTE If the POLYMOBIL is equipped with a DAP measuring system, re-

move the DAP ionization chamber first.

Fig. 11: Preparation: light field and radiation field

Pos. 1 Length
Pos. 2 Marker
Pos. 3 Side marker

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• Insert line voltage plug. Switch Polymobil Plus ON.

• Insert a film into the 24 cm x 30 cm or 10” x 12” cassette and place it on a table or simi-
lar surface.
• Using a tape measure, set a vertical SID of 100 cm or 40” with respect to the top edge of
the cassette.
• Using the control knobs, set a format of 18 cm x 24 cm or 8” x 10”.
• Turn on the light localizer and align the cassette.
• Apply radiopaque markers (e.g., washers, coins) on the cassette as shown in the draw-
ing. Use one washer as a side marker.
X • Release an exposure (60 kV, 10mAs) and develop the film.
• Note the following data on the developed film using a waterproof felt pen.
- SID setting
- Film size
- Radiation field size
Evaluation:
• Measure the deviations (X1, X2, Y1, Y2) between the light field edges and the radiation
field edges on all four sides as shown in the figure below.
• Calculate the total deviations in the X and Y directions (disregarding the algebraic sign).

Fig. 12: Evaluation of the light field and radiation field

Pos. 1 Film
Pos. 2 Light field
Pos. 3 Radiation field

• The longitudinal deviation ( ΣY) and the width deviation ( ΣX) must be less than 1.6 cm
respectively.

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NOTE If the deviation exceeds 1.6 cm, please refer to the Service Instruc-
tions, chapter "Coincidence of light field and radiation field".

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2.10 Control console

SIE Operating elements
SIE Indicators
• Check the operating elements and indicators on the control console
- Refer to the Operating Instructions "Overview of operating elements".
• Switch the Polymobil Plus OFF and disconnect the line voltage plug.

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2.11 Protective conductor test

SIE Protective conductor test
Observe the information on the protective conductor resistance test contained in these
instructions.
• The protective conductor test is to be carried out according to ARTD-002.731.17... with
the unit closed.
The protective conductor resistance must not exceed 0.2 Ohm.
• The determined values are to be logged and evaluated in the report “Protective conduc-
tor resistance / report” by indicating the measuring points.
• In addition, the measuring method and the measuring device used (designation and se-
rial number) are to be documented.

NOTE The report “Protective conductor resistance / report” is filed in the

“Certificates” register in the system folder.

NOTE If documentation of protective conductor resistance measure-

ments is missing, a new report must be created.
A new report “Protective conductor resistance / report” is included
in the SPR8-125.034.02.02 startup instructions. Detach this report
from these instructions, complete it and file it in the “Certificates”
register in the system folder. For a first determination, the deter-
mined values are to be logged as values measured for the first
time. Evaluation is not required in this case.

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2.12 Device leakage current measurement

SIE Device leakage current measurement
Observe the information on the device leakage current measurement contained in these
instructions.
• The device leakage current measurement is to be carried out according to
ARTD-002.731.17... with the unit closed.
For this, the measuring method indicated in the report is to be used. If the value first
measured needs to be determined again, either direct measurement or differential
measurement can be selected.
The limit value of 2.5 mA must not be exceeded.
• The measuring method (differential measurement or direct measurement) and the
measuring device used (designation and serial number) are to be documented.
• The actual mains voltage is to be measured and logged. If the measured mains voltage
deviates from the nominal voltage, the measuring value is to be corrected to the value
which corresponds to a measurement with the nominal value of the mains voltage. This
is to be additionally documented.
• The highest value is to be entered into the report “Device leakage current / report” and
evaluated.

NOTE The report “Device leakage current / report” is filed in the “Certifi-
cates” register in the system folder.

NOTE If documentation of device leakage current measurements is miss-

ing, a new report must be created.
A new report “Device leakage current / report” is included in the
SPR8-125.034.02.02 startup instructions. Detach this report from
these instructions, complete it and file it in the “Certificates” reg-
ister in the system folder. For a first determination, the determined
values are to be logged as values measured for the first time. Eval-
uation is not required in this case.

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2.13 DAP measuring system (optional)

• Press the test button on the display. The value on the display should be in the range
80-120 µGym2 (DAP resolution 0.1 µGym2) or 8-12 µGym2 (when using a chamber of
high sensitivity, i.e., DAP resolution 0.01 µGym2). If not, calibrate the system according
to the Service Instructions. (when using a chamber of high sensitivity, i.e., DAP resolu-
tion 0.01 µGym2). If not, calibrate the system according to the Service Instructions.
X • Check the function of the DAP measuring system by releasing an exposure. Check if a
measured value is shown on the display.
SIE Function of DAP measuring system

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2.14 Final Work Steps

PMP Cleaning
Switch the Polymobil Plus off and disconnect it from the line voltage prior to cleaning.
Wipe down the Polymobil Plus with a damp cloth or cotton wadding. Use water or a luke-
warm solution consisting of water and a household cleaner to dampen the cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or (due to possible material incompatibility) any organic
cleaners or cleaning agents containing organic substances (e.g., benzene, alcohol, spot
remover).
Do not spray-wash the Polymobil Plus. Cleaning fluids must NOT be allowed to seep into
the Polymobil Plus.

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3-
3 Changes to the previous version
Chapter Paragraph Change
All n.a. Document changed to DMS and editorially
General Required documentation “Technical Safety Checks - Protocol” added
General Information on the protective New paragraph inserted
conductor resistance test
General Information on the device leak- New paragraph inserted
age current measurement
General Technical Safety Checks (TSC) New paragraph inserted
Inspection and n.a. Different tests categorized as “safety-rele-
maintenance vant”, i.e., the corresponding check points
changed to SIE or SIM
Inspection and Visual inspection - Labels New paragraph inserted
maintenance
Inspection and Visual inspection - Customer New paragraph inserted
maintenance documents
Inspection and Protective conductor test Revised completely
maintenance
Inspection and Device leakage current mea- Revised completely
maintenance surement

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