Technical Manual: Cod. MTE-XFM Revision 05
Technical Manual: Cod. MTE-XFM Revision 05
Technical Manual: Cod. MTE-XFM Revision 05
TECHNICAL MANUAL
Cod. MTE-XFM
Revision 05
MANUAL INFORMATION
RELEASE MTE-XFM Revision 05 VALID FROM SN 10-369-20
PREPARED ANDREA CINTI (PJM)
REVISION INDEX
Code Rev. Date Change
1 INDEX
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6 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 24
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2 GENERAL NOTE
This manual uses three types of indications to highlight information or potential risks for
personnel or equipment: Note, Important and Warning.
SYMBOL Title
Manufacturer
Device Code
Serial Number
Date of Production
Attention
RAEE
TYPE B APPLIED
PART
CE Mark
Ionizing radiations
Alternating Current
Ground Protection
Dangerous voltage
This manual aims at providing the operator of the medical appliance XFM with all the
information needed for a correct use of the device.
Read the contents of this manual carefully before using the device.
- incorrect installation;
- exceptional events.
This device emits ionizing radiation for medical purposes: the X-ray source always
represents a danger, especially in the event that the operator is not qualified and properly
informed. Excessive X-ray exposure causes damage to the body. Consequently, all
precautions must be taken to prevent unauthorized and unqualified people from using this
equipment, thus creating a danger for themselves and other people. The equipment must
not be used for purposes other than those envisaged.
Laws restrict the use of this equipment to physicians or individuals with legal authorization.
The type of radiation exposure that occurs with the use of this device can be divided into
two categories:
- professional, for operators
- diagnostic, for patients undergoing examination.
When performing X-ray examinations, there is always a radiation leak; this makes
protection from the latter indispensable.
Before performing the examination, the radiologist / doctor must always ascertain
the patient's possible state of pregnancy to be examined.
Additional radiation protection can be achieved by using the manual button for exposure at
least 2 meters away from the X-ray beam. The fully extended spiral cable length of the
manual switch is approximately 4 meters. If X-ray equipment is not used properly it can
cause injury. Consequently, these instructions must be read and fully understood before
putting this equipment into operation. The Manufacturer will be happy to offer the buyer
assistance and collaboration to put the equipment into operation. Even if this equipment
provides a high level of protection against X-rays, in addition to those of the useful beam,
no operative measure can guarantee absolute protection. The operator will be responsible
In order to avoid irreparable damage to some components, do not carry out repetitive
switching on of the appliance. After each power off of the appliance, wait a few seconds
before turning it on again.
If anomalies and malfunctions that cannot be resolved with the indications described in the
manual occur, the operator must contact the manufacturer of the appliance to receive the
necessary instructions from ITALRAY s.r.l.' s technical office.
Before carrying out any operation, people qualified and authorized to use this equipment
must be informed of the protection measures established by the International Commission
on Radiological Protection and related national standards.
In order not to cause any damage to the functionality of the equipment, do not perform any
type of intervention or technical test without explicit authorization from the manufacturer or
the authorized technical assistance service. The manufacturer reserves the right to modify
the product described in this manual at any time and without notice.
2.2.3 PRIVACY
It is the responsibility of the manager of sensitive data to regulate the use of the system
and access to the data of the same (also through a LAN or wi-fi connection), for the
purposes of privacy, data security, protection from any computer viruses which could
damage the system. Italray declines all responsibility in this regard.
It is assumed that this product poses no health or safety hazard or hazard when used in
the intended manner. If the battery is damaged because it has been opened, cut, crushed,
or due to overheating, improper installation, exposure to fire or high temperatures, or
charging, its contents may be released. The materials contained in this battery can pose a
risk only if the integrity of the battery is compromised or if the battery is physically or
electrically damaged. Do not open or disassemble. Do not expose to fire or open flames.
Do not mix batteries of various sizes, chemicals or types. Do not puncture, deform, burn or
heat.
2.2.5 ENVIRONMENT
The device complies with the WEEE 2012/19 / EC and ROHS 2011/65 / EC (Waste from
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive and Reduction of
Hazardous Substances) Directives on the restriction of harmful
substances and on waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Packaging:
o Wood and bubble film 100% recyclable
- Device materials:
o 100% recyclable ferrous materials
ITALRAY guarantees all its medical devices for a period of 1 year from the delivery date. It
is possible to extend this term by signing a technical assistance contract in the manner
and needs of the customer.
ITALRAY ensures the availability of spare parts and maintenance for a period of 10 years
from the date of installation.
Regolament Description
Istruzioni per l’uso elettroniche dei dispositivi medici. Instructions for electronic use of medical
UE N° 207/2012
devices
EN 60601- Prescrizioni generali relative alla sicurezza fondamentale e alle prestazioni essenziali. Medical
1:2006/A1:2013 electrical equipment. General requirements for safety
Prescrizioni generali per la sicurezza fondamentale e prestazioni essenziali - Norma collaterale:
Compatibilità elettromagnetica.
EN 60601-1-2:2015
Medical electrical equipment. General requirements for safety - Collateral standard:
Electromagnetic compatibility – requirements and test
Protezione dalle radiazioni in apparecchi radiologici diagnostici. General requirement for radiation
EN 60601-1-3:2008
protection in diagnostic X-Ray
Apparecchi elettromedicali. - Parte 1: Prescrizioni generali relative alla sicurezza fondamentale e
EN 60601-1-
alle prestazioni essenziali – Norma collaterale: Usabilità. Medical electrical equipment. - Part 1:
6:2010/A1:2015
General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Usability
Apparecchiature elettromedicali. Parte 2. Prescrizioni particolari relative alla sicurezza
fondamentale e alle prestazioni essenziali di apparecchi a raggi X per radiografia e radioscopia.
EN 60601-2-54:2009
Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-54: Particular requirements for the basic safety and
essential performance of X-ray equipment for radiography and radioscopy
EN Software per dispositivi medici - Processi relativi al ciclo di vita del software. Medical Device
62304:2006/A1:2015 Software - Software life-cycle processes
Apparecchi elettromedicali. - Parte 2: Norme particolari per la sicurezza di complessi radianti a
raggi X e complessi tubo-guaina per diagnostica medica. Medical electrical equipment. - Part 2:
EN 60601-2-28:2010
Particular rules for the safety of X-ray radiant complexes and tube-sheath complexes for medical
diagnostics.
Dispositivi medici - Simboli da utilizzare nelle etichette del dispositivo medico, nell'etichettatura e
nelle informazioni che devono essere fornite - Parte 1: Requisiti generali. Medical devices -
EN ISO 15223-1:2016
Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied - Part 1:
General requirements
Dispositivi medici - Applicazione della gestione dei rischi ai dispositivi medici. Medical devices -
EN ISO 14971: 2012
Application of risk management to medical devices
Dispositivi medici - Sistemi di gestione per la qualità - Requisiti per scopi regolamentari. Medical
EN ISO 13485:2016
devices – Quality management systems - Requirements for regulatory purposes
Informazioni fornite dal fabbricante di dispositivi medici - Information supplied by the
EN 1041:2008
manufacturer of medical devices
3 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Requirements related to CEI EN 60601-1-2.
XFM requires special precautions with regard to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and
must be installed and put into service in accordance with the electromagnetic compatibility
information provided in the accompanying documents.
Portable and mobile radio frequency (RF) devices can disturb electrical medical devices.
IEC 61000 – 4 – 2
Transient/fast power ± 2 kV for power supply ± 2 kV for power supply Line voltage quality shall be the one used for a
trains lines lines typical commercial or hospital environment.
± 1 kV for input/output ± 1 kV for input/output
IEC 61000 – 4 – 4 lines lines
Overvoltage ± 1 kV differential mode ± 1 kV differential mode Line voltage quality shall be the one used for a
± 2 kV common mode ± 2 kV common mode typical commercial or hospital environment.
IEC 61000 – 4 – 5
Loss of voltage, short 0% UT for 20 Sec 0% UT for 20 Sec The quality of the mains voltage should be that
voltage interruption or 0% UT for 20 Sec 0% UT for 20 Sec of a typical commercial or hospital environment.
variation on the supply 70% UT for 20 Sec 70% UT for 20 Sec If the user of the XFM system requires
input lines continued operation even during the
interruption of the mains voltage, it is
recommended to power the system with an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
IEC 61000 – 4 – 11
Magnetic field with 30 A/m 30 A/m Magnetic fields with net frequency should have
mains frequency the characteristic levels used for commercial or
(50/60 Hz) hospital environments.
IEC 61000 – 4 – 8
The equipment or EM system is immune to disturbances produced by portable RF equipment not less than 0.3m away.
FM⁽ᶜ⁾
710
Pulse modulation ⁽ᵇ⁾
745 704 – 787 LTE Band 13, 17 0.2 0.3 9
780 217 Hz
810 GSM 800/900,
870 TETRA 800,
Pulse modulation ⁽ᵇ⁾
800 – 960 IDEN820 2 0.3 28
930 CDMA 850, 18 Hz
LTE Band 5
1720 GSM 1800;
1845 GSM 1900;
DECT; Pulse modulation ⁽ᵇ⁾
1700 – 1990 2 0.3 28
CDMA 1900;
1970 217 Hz
LTE Band 1, 3, 4, 25;
UMTS
Bluetooth,
WLAN 802.11 b/g/n, Pulse modulation ⁽ᵇ⁾
2450 2400 – 2570 2 0.3 28
RFID 2450
217 Hz
LTE Band 7
5240
Pulse modulation ⁽ᵇ⁾
5500 5100 - 5800 WLAN 802.11 a/n, 0.2 0.3 9
5785 217 Hz
NOTE: If it is necessary to reach the TEST LEVEL FOR IMMUNITY, the distance between the transmission antenna and the EM DEVICE or
EM SYSTEM can be reduced to 1 m. The test distance of 1 m is permitted by IEC 61000-4-3
⁽ᵃ⁾ For some services, only satellite connection frequencies are included.
⁽ᵇ⁾ The carrier must be modulated using a square wave signal with a 50% cycle.
⁽ᶜ⁾ As an alternative to FM modulation, 50% pulse modulation with a frequency of 18 Hz can be used, as this does not represent actual
modulation, but the worst condition.
Interference may occur near devices marked with the following symbol:
4 TECHNICAL FEATURE
4.1 IDENTIFICATION
Modelli
CODE DESCRIPTION
AMR+IR303/X-X Mobile digital radiographic device
4.2 LABEL
Always indicate the Code (REF) and Serial Number (SN) of the device for requests for
repair or spare parts.
ITALRAY s.r.l. via del P. Europeo 9/D 50018
SCANDICCI (Firenze) ITALY
tel.+39 055 7228511 fax.+39 055 7228512
e-mail: info@italray.it web: www.italray.it
Device
XFM
name
EN60601-1
AMR+IR303/*-*
Type B
class I nn-nnn-nn
Power
230 V, 50/60 Hz, 4A
0051 supply
20**
Max 125 kW Weight: 298 kg
Made in ITALY
A second label with the characteristics of monobloc and RX tube is placed on the
monobloc, these are the points where the labels are applied:
Image
Description
number
The electric shock warning is present
1 1 on the completely closed "capacitor
box", located below the device
On the "converter" completely closed,
2
there is an electric shock warning.
On the rear of the monobloc support
column there is a warning sticker for
3 parking the column before moving the
device. The sticker is in full view of the
operator who moves the device.
XFM
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Temperature: -25 ÷ +70°C Temperature: +10 ÷ +40°C
Moisture: 20 ÷ 80% Moisture: 20 ÷ 80%
Atmospheric pressure: 500 mbar ÷ 1100 Atmospheric pressure: 500 mbar ÷ 1100
mbar mbar
4.4 SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Length x Width x Height 1230 x 680 x 1610 mm
weight ~ 298 kg
Height (retracted column) 1610 mm
Maximum distance of fire from the
floor: 2050 mm
Minimum distance of fire from the 700 mm
floor: 630 mm parking position
Tube arm rotation ± 90°
Personal RAM 4 GB
Computer Hard disks 32 GB S.O. + 500 GB archivio
Operative System Windows 10
Modell Ralco R 104, manual
Lead sheets 6 pair
Type of light LED
Dimension 271x222x140mm
Square field, up to 48x48 cm @
Field type
100 cm FFD
Collimator
Measuring device and distance Optical meter with display on
display detector (optional) display
Resolution 1280x1024
Viewing angle 178°
IEC 60601-1 Classe I Tipo B
Classificazione
Grado di protezione IP IP30
Battery Kit
Type Li-ion
Recharge time Less than 5 hours
Battery 24 V
Battery capacity 40 Ah
Motorization Kit
Max Speed 5 Km/h (1,38 m/s)
Maximum slope overcome 12°
Max. step height 2 cm
Anti-collision system Automatic braking system with obstacle recognition
(excludable)
Performance 40 Ah battery
Depending on the conditions of use and movement
Number of exposition More than 350 exposures with the following
parameters: 80 kV, 200 mA 12 mAs
Exposition power Up to 40 kW, even with a charge of less than 10%
Duration in standby Over 6 hours
Battery level The remaining charge percentage is displayed in
real time on the lower right monitor
Battery Capacity 40 Ah
(*)
Opzionale
(1) ITALRAY s.r.l. si riserva il diritto di apportare modifiche al prodotto descritto nel presente manuale in qualsiasi
momento senza preavviso
4.5 INGOMBRI
FRONTAL VIEW
LATERAL VIEW
6 INSTALLATION
To unpack the equipment, follow the procedure as indicated in the following photos:
The equipment does not need any particular installation, component connection,
calibration or data entry operation before use.
The power cable is positioned frontally, under the key switch (see photo below). To
connect the XFM to the mains, grasp the cable and pull. Once the desired length is
reached, the cable stops.
IMPORTANT: The cable has a maximum extension of 8 m, when the cable locks have
reached this length, do not pull the cable further.
6.3.2 POWER ON
Switching on the device with the power cable connected (starting condition with the
device off, safety key in the OFF position, mains power cable connected):
Switching on the device in battery mode (starting condition with the device off, safety
key in the OFF position, mains power cable disconnected):
6.3.3 SHUTDOWN
Once the work session is over, for the correct shutdown and parking of the device it is
necessary to:
1. Park the XFM device near the wall power supply;
2. Press the ON / OFF button; an audible signal will accompany the system
shutdown and will stop when the shutdown is complete;
3. Set the key switch to OFF;
4. Place the device in charge by connecting the power cable.
By performing these operations, the device enters the system's battery charging
mode, necessary for motorized movement and for performing exposures without
using the power cable.
NOTE: In case of prolonged non-use, keep the device connected to the mains to use it at
its maximum performance (with a charged battery).
IMPORTANT: when XFM is turned off and connected to the mains, the magnetothermic
switch must be left armed to allow the batteries to recharge. If the switch is lowered, it is
NOT possible to recharge the system batteries, because the power cable is excluded.
IMPORTANT: When the system is connected to the wall power supply, the motorization
controls are disabled for safety reasons.
Before using the device, if the device has not been used for a number of days longer than
indicated below, this exposure cycle must be performed.
If during the operation there are noises of discharges from the x-ray unit or other
irregularities, the procedure must be interrupted and resumed after an hour.
IMPORTANT: During the exposure cycle indicated below, it is advisable to close the
collimator, to limit the emission of radiation into the environment.
If the device has not been used for more than 15 days, the preheating cycle indicated
below must be carried out.
Select the large fire and perform the 6 exposures in the sequence shown below (total
duration 2 min):
kVp mAs Esp Intervallo
60 4 1 20 sec
60 10 1 20 sec
80 4 1 20 sec
80 10 1 20 sec
100 4 1 20 sec
100 10 1 20 sec
Monobloc preheating cycle
If the unit hasn’t been used for more than 3 months, run the formation cycle indicated
below.
Perform the following exposures in the sequence indicated below (total time 1h and
10min):
kVp mAs Esp range
40 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
50 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
60 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
70 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
80 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
90 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
100 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
110 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
120 6.3 3 20 sec
pause 120 sec
This paragraph explains the list of preventive maintenance controls performed by technical
assistance.
We suggest carrying out the below controls every year. The parts of the equipment are in
the following table:
Part Control
A. Functional control for light operation.
B. Functional control for collimator rotation.
1. Collimator
C. Functional control for fixing of monoblock to flange.
D. Functional control for light field-X-ray filed matching
A. Functional control for stability of position on the rotation axis
2. X-ray monoblock and its maximum rotation.
B. Functional control for fastening of positioning handle.
A. Functional control for vertical stability and maximum height.
3. Arm
B. Functional control for fastening of locking block.
A. Functional control for brake operation
4. Transportation handle (engagement/disengagement)
5. Wheels A. Proper operation of rotation of front wheels on axis
Functional controls/mechanical regulation
Control A:
Switch on the machine and light the collimator lamp to verify the operation of the light.
If the light does not work see the manufacturer’s manual.
Control B:
The collimator can rotate +/- 90° around the axis of the x-ray
beam. The collimator’s rotation travel is limited by a
mechanical stopper.
If the collimator does not rotate contact the dealer of the
machine.
Control C:
Verify that the collimator fixed to the monoblock does not move in other ways than
those foreseen. If so, work on the fastening nuts on the collimator (see collimator
manual)
Control D:
Verify that the light field matches the X-ray field following the instructions indicated on
the collimator manual.
Control A:
If the monoblock does not stay in the desired position work on the ring nut (detail indicated
by arrow) placed on the fork support to adjust the friction.
Control B:
Verify that the handle does not move from its seat.
Figure 8 - Movement on vertical axis
If it moves tighten the nuts and the fastening
screws
Control A:
Verify that the arms keeps the vertical position for the entire travel up to the maximum
height foreseen (2 meters). If the arm does not keep the set vertical position follow the
sequent instruction:
• Remove the arm cover and the articulation cover. Follow the sequent steps:
A Take away the plug on the B Take away the C Unscrew the screw on the
articulation plug on the arm articulation cover
D Unscrew the screw on the E Take apart the F Take apart the third cover
articulation second cover
IMPORTANT: If after have tight to maximum tension the nut, the arm do not take the
right position to balance IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE GAS SPRIG KIT.
Control B:
Check that the hook of the arm takes the arm in block position to
the column the loose hooking is the cause of deterioration of the
components, is necessary to replace the hooking system.
Control A: Check that the unit do not move whit the transport
handle (Pos.3) in rest position; for a good functionality can you
move the unit only whit a rotation of the handle to the floor.
If the condition of the brake system is no good maybe the iron
cord of the brake system is broken.
IMPORTANT: For have a good functionality of the brake is necessary to have a little
tension of the iron cord.
Control A:
Check whit all the movements of the front wheels (rotation and rolling condition) and of the
rear wheels (rotation), see the pictures paragraph Mechanical parts.
Part Control
• Earth connection impedance
Power cable
• Leakage current
• Functional, increase and decrease in the following values:
• kVp, mA, sec, mAs, anatomic techniques.
Control desk panel
• Functional for keys.
• Functional for LEDs.
Magnetothermal • Functional, on and off
mAs Stability – see next paragraph
kV Stability – see par. Calibration kV
mA Stability – see par. Calibration mA
RX time exposure Stability – see par. Time Calibration
Remove jumper JP2 from Logic Board S100015, and connect the prods of the instrument.
Set reading on mAs
If the values do not fall within a 10% tolerance range, verify the adjustment of the mA.
NOTE: At the end of the control, don’t forget to reconnect jumper JP2.
If the values do not fall within a 5% tolerance range, adjust the trimmer P4 of the Logic
Board S100015 to bring them back within the range. This adjustment affects the entire kV
range. If the values to adjust refer to the high or low values, see the CONFIGURATION
instructions (kV I° step range adjust and kV II° step range adjust).
7.2.8 MA CONTROL
If the values do not fall within a 10% tolerance range, verify the adjustment of the mA to
perform this operation (see paragraph mA adjustment).
NOTE: At the end of the control, don’t forget to reconnect jumper JP2.
Power the unit, select modality 3P (KV, mA, s). Perform x-ray exposures using the
parameters in the table:
Verify the times on the oscilloscope, counting the beginning of the beams starting from
75% of the amplitude value read on the TP20. If the values do not fall within a 5%
tolerance range, replace the CPU board.
NOTE: At the end of the control, don’t forget to reconnect jumper JP2.
Before proceeding with the batteries replaciment, make sure that the device is power off. If
the device is power, shut down it proceeding in this manner:
Using a tool, remove the cover carter located over the battery compartment by removing
the four screws that are located behind the arm stand and on the left and on the right side
of cover carter.
Take care during this operation: press the locking tabs located at the bottom of the
connector body.
Insulate the connection between the batteries and the UPS by removing the gray
connector on the back of the holder.
At this point, the electrical connections between the batteries and the rest of the system
are completely removed and it is possible disassemble the batteries.
Each battery pack has two screws that lock it to the housing; remove the screws using a
tool. Once the two packs are mechanically free, it is possible remove them.
Follow the reverse procedure to install the new batteries. Due to the two battery packs are
not equal in size, respect the positions.
When the two connectors should be reinserted, once completed the operation, check
every single wire and make sure that everyone is properly inserted into the housing.
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CODE DESCRIPTION
F01S26 MONO 125/500HF (version
40kW)
F01S27 MONO 125/300HF (version
30kW)
E68SEB Mono connection S003
General scheme of the wiring of the isolation transformer for 220/230V or 110/115V
devices.
Fixing clamps in the isolation transformer wiring, for 230vac devices.
General scheme of the wiring of the isolation transformer for 110/115V devices.
The wiring of the isolation transformer for the 115 AC line is very similar to the other;
The only difference is the connection of the input wires to the transformer.
Since the rated voltage of the power supply line is 115Vac, the standard connection is
made by connecting the wires coming from the magnetothermic switch to terminals 0 V
and 115 V.
First operation, remove the positive conductor from the last cell, it will
be easier to move the battery pack.
Last operation, carefully position the battery pack on the top cover of
the UPS.
When the modification of the cabling on terminal clamps is done, place again the battery
pack, then reconnect the positive conductor.
Remove the side cover by unscrewing the four M4x12 screws that fix it to the machine.
Disconnect the I / O board wiring.
Remove the cover on which the I / O board is attached to gain access to the cable reel,
unscrewing the three M4x12 bolts using a 7 mm key
Remove the cable reel locking bracket by unscrewing the M4x12 connector
Remove the cable reel from its seat, cut the cable ties that block the cable out of the wiring
Remove the magneto-thermal switch from its seat, connect the wiring coming from the
cable reel.
Once the cable reel disconnection is complete, replace the part and use the reverse
procedure to install the new replacement part.
Check the operation of the new cable reel before closing the device.
PHASE 1
PUT THE PHANTOGRAPH ARM IN CLOSE PHASE 2
REST POSITION REMOVE THE PLASTIC CAP LIKE PHOTO
PHASE 3 PHASE 4
REMOVE THE PLASTIC CAP LIKE PHOTO WITH A PLANE SCREW DRIVER REMOVE THE SCREWS
IN ALL POSITION OF THE COVERS OF THE COVER SECTION 1
PHASE 5 PHASE 6
OPEN THE COVER FACE REMOVE THE N°2 WHITE PLASTIC RING
WITH A LITTLE FORCE AND
REMOVE THE COVER
SECTION 1
PHASE 8
PHASE 7 WITH A PLANE SCREW DRIVER REMOVE THE
WITH A LITTLE FORCE SCREW OF THE COVER SECTION 3
OPEN THE COVER FACE AND
REMOVE THE SECTION COVER 2
PHASE 10
WITH A PLANE SCREW DRIVER
REMOVE THE N°2 SCREW OF
BACK METAL COVER OF THE ARM
PHASE 9
REMOVE THE OTHER N°2 PLASTIC
WHITE RING
PHASE 11 PHASE 12
REMOVE THE METAL COVER PUT THE “U” BARS IN THE GAS SPRING
BAR, FOR MAKE IN REST SAFETY
POSITIONS THE SPRINGS
PHASE 13 PHASE 14
LOOSE THE NUT WITH A 19 mm KEY LOOSE THE N°2 NUT
PHASE 15
LOOSE THE NUT INSIDE IN THE NUT WITH
A 6 mm EXEGONAL SCREW DRIVER
PHASE 16
PUT THE TOOL FOR MAKE
THE ARM IN CHANGE GAS
SPRING POSITION
MOLLE
PHASE 17
ADJUST THE TOOL IN THE
HOLE OF THE ARM
COD. 73A087
PHASE 18
ADJUST THE TOOL INTHE SCREW FIXED IN
PREVIOUS SECTION.
PHASE 19
LOOSE THE COMPONET IN FIGURE WITH A
19mm AND 20mm KEY
PHASE 21
MAKE IN FREE POSITION THE
METAL CORD OF THE GAS
SPRNIG ASSY
PHASE 20
REMOVE THE NUT AND THE WASHER
PHASE 22
WITH A EXAGONAL SCREW OF 3mm REMOVE
THE RETAINER SHOWN IN PHOTO
PHASE 23
PHASE 24 TAKE OFF THE GAS SPRING
REINSERT THE NEW GAS ASSY TO REPLACE
SPRING KIT IN CORRECT
POSITION AS SHOWN IN PHOTO PHASE 25
PUT THE PARTICOULAR REMOVED IN
PHASE 22 AND WITH a 3mm EXAGONAL
SCREW DRIVER TO LOCK THE SCREW
PHASE 26 PHASE 27
TO HOOK THE GAS SPRING CORD LOCK THE WASHER AND THE
OF THE NEW GAS SPRING KIT NUT FOR CORD RETAINER
PHASE 28
REMOVE THE TOOLAND TAKE IT
OFF
PHASE 29
ADJUST THE PARTICULR AND PUT IN
TESION THE ARM
PHASE 31
NOW FIX THE
PULLEY NUT
PHASE 30
TAKE OFF THE “U”
BAR RETAINER
PHASE 32
FIX THE NUT FOR
LOCK THE SYSTEM
AFTER THIS OPERATIONS RESTORE ALL THE PLASTIC ELEMENTS AND THE
PLASTIC COVERS .
Portable XFM has an internal system designed for the acquisition and processing of high
resolution digital images for static radiology and it is based on the use of a digital detector
and a computer-based acquisition system. The user interface of the device appears as a
Personal Computer, so the proper use of the device requires a basic level of computer
literacy.
The Examination management window opens as soon as the initialisation is complete and
allows the operator to access an examination in three different modes:
▪ Opening the examination via the Local Database containing all the examination
stored in the system
▪ Opening from the Dicom Worklist acquired from the RIS
▪ Opening of a Insert New Examination
Figure 10: the figure shows the list of examinations on the first window that it is opened at the start of X-
Frame DR software.
Besides the three worksheets, the EXAMINATION MANAGEMENT window also includes
the following buttons:
▪ Delete: for deleting of one or more selected examinations. Attention: before carrying
out this operation ensure that the examination was sent to the PACS and/or is saved
on a digital support.
▪ Edit: to modify the examination parameters: anatomic region, type of test, user name,
Accession Number, surname and name of patient, code, gender, date of birth.
▪ Open: in order to open the selected examination.
▪ Images Received: only available in case images can be received
▪ Query Archive: opens the dialogue window to import the examinations list in the
queue at the RIS (see in figure 2)
▪ Read CD: starts the examination import procedure from the CD/DVD
▪ Create CD: initiates the procedure of creating the CD/DVD after selecting at least one
test from the Examination Manager window. To select more than one test, hold down
the SHIFT key (for tests that are listed in sequence) or the CTRL key (for tests not in
sequence).
▪ Send: to send one or more examinations to the archive, after selecting the archive
from the control box (see Operator Manual).
The switching off of the system takes place through the Quit button, that enables the
shutting down of all the system (see figure 10).
It is recommended to power the system when the computer is off, in order to avoid
dangers to the detector, created by humidity.
The software is working yet. The configuration and the settings of the system are set by
the factory. The radiological parameters concerning specific examinations can be
configured in agreement with customer requirements.
The device, during the first start in the customer DR room, has to complete the starting
procedure with an X-ray CALIBRATION and with a performance test in agreement with the
indication of MAINTENANCE section.
The Setup button (configuration) allows access to the system configuration (it generates a
confirmation dialog with password access reserved for maintenance technicians).
Select the Configuration button on the bottom-left of Local Database tab and enter in
configuration mode. The window that will appear has got 9 tabs:
• Operators: to insert the name of operators and their restrictions;
• Exams: to insert the body part and the RIS code for every exam;
• Projection: to configure the parameters for every projection of an exam of a body part
(type of detector, image elaboration, radiological parameters, etc..);
• Detector: to perform the calibration of the detectors and to control the status of the
detector;
• Acquisition: to configure the collimator, grids, type of acquisition board and overlays
on image for its orientation;
• X-Ray Generator: to configure the type of generator, to calibrate it and to manage the
device connected (AEC, DAP, collimator);
• Station: to enable some optional tools. This tab shows the software release;
• Display: to change the overlay appearance;
• Dicom: to configure the whole Dicom communication.
NOTE: the software is designed to manage different types of DR rooms. Some tabs of
configuration menu are not applicable to the XFM system because they involve others
systems. Only the parts that can be managed will be shown in this manual.
Pressing the button “Configuration” the first time, the system asks to you to insert the
password. There are three different passwords that allow to enable the configuration
menu. Depending on the level of security of the password used, the tabs enabled are
different. Contact the Technical Office for more details about passwords and level of
security.
The first tab in the configuration window is “OPERATORS” and it allows to manage the list
of operators. Write the name of operator in the circled box and click the button Add to add
the new operator. Select the name of operator in the bigger white box and press the button
Delete to delete the operator’s name (see figure 11).
From the tab Operators it is possible to enable these tools: use windows user name; ask
password to delete images and logout on quit.
Figure 11:configuration menu (tab operators). Write the name of operator in the circled
box and select the button Add to add the new operator. Select the name of operator in
the bigger white box and press the button Delete to delete the operator’s name.
It is possible also change the password. The system will ask to insert the old password if
the level of security request to make changes is higher. The system will ask the new
password twice.
9.1.3
The tab Exams of the Configuration Menu allows to manage the list of all body parts, the
examination for a single body part and their associated DICOM codes.
If a Database is just compiled, from this tab is possible import it. Select the button “import
Database” and insert the patch to the file. If there is not a Database compiled, with the tab
Exams it is possible to create a new database (that is custom configurable). The figure 12
shows the tab Exams of configuration menu and the operations that need to create a new
database.
Import database
Figure 12: configuration menu (tab exams). Insert the name of body part in the box circled under
the window body parts and select Add to add the body part. Select the body part and press
Delete to delete the body part. Select the body part and insert the name of exam in box under
the window exams. Insert the RIS code, the Dicom Code and select Add to add the exam. Click
save at the end of insertion and/or deletion.
The tab is divided in two big windows: in the left is visible a white window where the body
parts are reported and in the right is visible a white window with the exams. For every body
part it is possible to configure various exams, or different parts of body to investigate (for
example in the body part Skull it is possible to investigate the skull but also the paranasal
sinuses, so the exams for the body part Skull are Skull and Paranasal Sinuses as shown
in figure 3). These body parts and the corresponding exams will be reported in the tab
projection, where the radiological parameters will be configurable.
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Selecting the projection in the central white window (box number 1 in figure 4), it will be
possible to delete it or to configure it through the tools that are in the right (boxes from n°2
to n°8 in figure 13). The tolls allow to configure:
• the software elaboration on the image (Processing) and the area for the automatic
window and level (Automatic Window and Level) on the image (box number 2 in figure
13). They are applied after the acquisition of the image and the operator can not modify
or delete them;
• the detector, if there are more than one detector (box number 3 in figure 13) not
applicable;
• the workstation and the type of orientation (box number 4 in figure 13), not applicable;
• other software elaboration like Inversion of Grays, Flip, Mirror and Rotation (box
number 5 in figure 13). They are applied after the acquisition of the image and they are
not removable. They depend from the orientation of patient and detector and it is
necessary to make some tests with a oriented phantom to configure them;
• patient orientation (box number 6 in figure 13) PA, AP, LAT, OBL;
• grid, max collimator size, SID range, Stitching and Tomo exam (box number 7 in figure
13) not applicable;
• radiological parameters for every patient size (from pediatric to large patient) that will
be visualized by the operator as default parameters (box number 8 in figure 13). The
operator can change these parameters when he perform an exam.
The tab Detectors in configuration menu allows to manage the detectors. The following
figure shows the tab:
In the top, on the right, are reported the data of detector. For example, over the label
Detector 1 – 3543EZ (see figure 14) are reported: the IP address of detector, the date of
last x-ray calibration, the temperature, the sensitivity and the Effective Cluster Value
(ECV).
In the top, on the left, are reported the command enable and force enable that turn on the
communication with the panels if they are disabled; the long term calibration frequency
that provides a message to the operator that reminds to perform the x-ray calibration and
the short term calibration frequency that automatically starts a dark calibration when the
operator turns on the system. Long term calibration frequency shall not exceed 90 days.
Short term calibration frequency must be 1 day. Press Save when all the changes are
completed.
Using the portable detector, it is possible to set a warning message that inform the
operator that the level of battery is low. By default the message pops up when the battery
NOTE: if the detector does not work, tray to enable it. If it does not work jet, use the
Pixrad Software to find the problem (see the manual attached).
9.1.6.1CALIBRATION
From the tab Detectors, in configuration menu, it is possible to calibrate the detectors with
dark and x-ray calibration. The DARK CALIBRATION and the X-RAY CALIBRATION (long
term calibration) shall be performed in sequence and following the simple indications given
by the software. Run Dark Calibration in Configuration menu – Detectors.
• The message “x-ray Dose” will pop up. Try to use always 70kVp (change the mAs but
not the kVp if it is possible, if not change ±1kV);
• launch the calibration pressing x-ray calibration button and follow the procedure from
the start to the end without stops of the procedure. Suspension of procedure involves
its abort.
• For each sequence of exposures you will view 2 messages at the bottom of the
progress bar:
- Start Preparation
- Start X-Ray
X-Ray button has to be pressed immediately as soon as the calibration procedure starts,
and must be keep pressed till the message “x-ray Dose” will pop up again.
• Repeat the procedure till the end of calibration at 4 different doses.
Control the temperature of detector during the calibration, because a big difference
between the temperature in calibration and the temperature during the work (more
than 5°C) can cause ghosts or artifacts.
Control if the sensibility is correct and the ECV value reported on test report of the
detector. If the sensibility has a wrong value, change it on the file
“XrayDoses****.ini” in the patch “C:\X-FrameDR\pixium”. If the ECV is higher than
the reported one, the calibration was not performed in the correct mode. Repeat the
calibration if the ECV value is higher than the maximum ECV value reported on the
test report.
9.1.6.2EXPOSURE INDEX
The exposure index (E.I.) is a parameter that helps the operator to understand if an
examination was performed with the correct dose. It is useful because is the automatic
exposure (AEC) is not applied in this system and the E.I. is the only way for the operator to
understand if the detector was correctly exposed, or if it has received low dose or high
dose. When the exposure is fished, bottom left on the image will appear in overlay the E.I.
abbreviation and a number followed by a mark that means:
• (+) high dose;
• (OK) right dose;
• (-) low dose.
The exposure index is configurable from the tab Detector on Configuration Menù. For
detectors with 550LSB/uGy of sensitivity, set 600 min and 2500 max.
The tab X-Ray Generator of Configuration Menu manages the generator: the settings are
by default and they cannot be
changed.
From the tab Station of Configuration Menu, some useful information are reported:
• Station Name,
Institution Name,
Remote Service
Server address
(click Save after
every change of it);
• Manufacture, Model
Name, Device Serial
Number and
Software Version;
• Software Libraries.
The tab Display of Configuration Menu is used to manage parameters referring to the
visualization of data and images and to the format of overlay.
In particular, from this tab it is possible to choose the format of date in mm/dd/yyyy instead
dd/mm/yyyy, to visualize the min and max values of level of gray instead the window and
level.
DICOM consists of many different services, most of which involve transmission of data
over a network. The tab DICOM of Configuration Menu has got many functions
configurable by X-Frame DR that now will be shown.
9.1.13 WORKLIST
With the function Worklist of DICOM tab it is possible to configure the parameters to
connect to the server of RIS to obtain details of patients and scheduled examinations
electronically, avoiding the need to
type such information multiple times
(and the mistakes caused by
retyping). To configure the Worklist
it is necessary to use the same
address of RIS Server. Insert the
Name of Server (here is not
important that it is the real name of
Server), the AE Name (here is
important that it is the real name of
application), host (IP Address), Port,
Figure 20: function Worklist of Dicom tab of
the Local AE Name (configurable
Configuration menu.
with Local Server function) and the
max PDU (by default). Add and test it, clicking on “Add” and than “Test” buttons.
9.1.14 STORAGE
The DICOM Store service is used to send images to a PACS or workstation. Insert the
Name of Server MPPS (here is not important that it is the real name), the AE Name (here
is important that it is the real name of application), host (IP Address), Port, the Local AE
Name (configurable with Local Server function) and the max PDU (by default). Add and
test it, clicking on “Add” and than “Test” buttons. There are also some tools that enable the
drawing of the overlays on the sent images, the warnings if the Accession Number is not
found and the automatic send.
9.1.15 PRINT
The DICOM Printing service is used to send images to a DICOM Printer. In the tab Print
one or more network printers are
configurable.
Insert the Name of Printer (here
is not important that it is the real
name), the AE Name (here is
important that it is the real name
of application), host (IP Address),
Port, the Local AE Name
(configurable with Local Server
function) and the max PDU (by
default). Add and test it, clicking
on “Add” and than “Test” buttons.
Figure 22: function Print of Dicom tab of Configuration
menu. In the circled box, the button “configuration”
Press “configuration” to configure enables the configuration of print layout.
the print layouts (see figure 22). It
will appear a new window with some tools to configure (Magnification type, Resolution,
Film Destination, Medium type,…). On the right in the top various print layouts are
configurable:
• The number of columns and the rows where the images will be collocate;
• The film size (8in x 10in; 8.5in x 10in; 10in x 12in; 10in x 14in; 11in x 14in; 11in x 17in;
14in x 14in; 14in x 17in; 24cm x 24cm; 24cm x 30cm; A4; A3);
• Film Orientation (Landscape, Portrait or None);
• Image width in mm.
After selecting these parameters, click “Add” and the layout will be configured. It is
possible to configure various layouts and, during the printing operation, the operator will
choose the preferred one.
In the tab Media Storage there are some tools for the configuration of image’s storage.
The dimensions and the
patch of media for the
storage are configurable.
This is a complementary
service to Modality
Worklist. MPPS sends a
report about a performed
examination including data
about the images
acquired, beginning time,
end time, and duration of a
study, dose delivered, etc.
To configure the MPPS it
is necessary to use the
same address of Store
Server.
Figure 25: function MPPS of Dicom tab of Configuration
Insert the Name of Server
menu.
MPPS (here is not important that it is the real name), the AE Name (here is important that
it is the real name of application), host (IP Address), Port, the Local AE Name
(configurable with Local Server function) and the max PDU (by default). Add and test it,
clicking on “Add” and than “Test” buttons. Select “Enable MPPS” to enable it.
The DICOM storage commitment service is used to confirm that an image has been
permanently stored by a device
(either on redundant disks or on
backup media, e.g. burnt to a
CD). To configure the Storage
Commitment it is necessary to
use the same address of Store
Server. Insert the Name of
Server MPPS (here is not
important that it is the real
name), the AE Name (here is
important that it is the real name
of application), host (IP
Address), Port, the Local AE Figure 22: function Storage Commitment of
Dicom tab of Configuration menu.
Name (configurable with Local
Server function) and the max PDU (by default). Add and test it, clicking on “Add” and than
“Test” buttons. Select “Enable Storage Commitment” to enable it.
The tab Query/Retrieve enables a workstation to find lists of images or other such objects
and then retrieve them from a PACS. To configure the Query/Retrieve it is necessary to
use the same address of
Store Server.
Insert the Name of Server
MPPS (here is not important
that it is the real name), the
AE Name (here is important
that it is the real name of
application), host (IP
Address), Port, the Local
AE Name (configurable with
Local Server function) and
the max PDU (by default).
Add and test it, clicking on
Figure 27: function Query/Retrieve of Dicom tab of
“Add” and than “Test” Configuration menu.
buttons.
WARNING: finished the configuration of the X-Frame DR, copy all files in an external
media. In this way, if the system has a fault and should be re-installed the software, or if
the system needs to support, the process will be faster. Please copy all the files that are in
the folders C: \ X-FrameDR; C:\WINDOWS\system32.
Using the context menu, some features are available both for the operator and for the
service. To activate the context menu it needs the mouse. Pressing the right button of
mouse and the normal context menu will appear. The normal context menu contains some
functions, available for the operator, that are described on the
Operator Manual (control keys). The extended configuration menu
contains more functions that are useful for the service. To open the
extended menu from a radiological image, press the key “m” on the
keyboard and insert the password. Click the right button of mouse
and the context menu extended will appear.
• select “Automatic Window And Level” on the extended context menu and than select
“set”.
• Now take the values m and M and set the Automatic Window and Level using this
• Repeat the procedure for every projection (or for the projection more used).
From the context menu it is possible import images (row or dicom) or export the images
in jpeg format list.
To import an exam: select from configuration menu extended the function “open”. The
system will open row images (if the number of columns, rows and bits of image are
known) or dicom images.
To export an exam in jpg format: select the image to export, click the right button of
mouse and select export.
Closing X-Frame DR software and login windows as Administrator, there are some tools
that can be used.
To check if the detector works correctly without the X-Frame DR software, launch the
PixRad 3.2.2 software, Trixell brand. Click on Start, PixRad 3.2.2 software, PixRad Viewer.
Click on the button Pixrad Demo (Advanced) and then open the folder C:\X-
FrameDR\pixium. If the detector works, the software will give a message of detector ready,
if it doesn’t work the software will give an error message with an indication about the error
found.
.
This option (automatic sending of e-mail with warning messages of system fault) is always
disabled, both during the production and the installation in radiological room. It is possible
to enable it only when a internet connection is established.
To enable this option it needs change the values on the x-frame.db database file. On the
folder C:\X-FrameDR, launch the SQLite Database Browser.exe file. Open the database
XFrameDR.db that is positioned in the same folder. Select the tab Browse Data and than
the Table Configuration. Take the CO_CODE 113, 114 and 115. On the corresponding
CO_VALUE write the e-mail of destination and the e-mail of the sender (it can be the
same, e.g. xframe@italray.it) and the name and the IP address of mailserver
(mail.regiter.it or, if it is possible the mailserver of hospital network). To disable this option
it needs to delete the three CO_VALUE values.
On the folder C:\X-FrameDR\Pixium there are some files that are useful for the detector.
For example file Pixrad.ini defines the general setting of the library:
The files Detector****_*.ini define the hardware of detector and the configuration’s options.
The files XrayDoses****.ini define the settings of the x-ray doses for the calibration with x-
rays. In these files it is important check the level of sensitivity. Verify if the value of
level.sensitivity is the same of that reported on the Test Report of Detector.
If there is an error the equipment warns the operator by showing the error message on the
display.
Below is an explanation of:
• The error messages
• Description of the possible cause that generated the error.
• Actions needed to restore the operating conditions of the equipment
Possible causes:
o mA too high, verify the adjustment of the , mA
OVC (see page 37)
o The led lights up even with low mA for high
voltage discharges inside the monoblock or in the
X-ray tube. Perform the monoblock formation
procedure (see page Errore. Il segnalibro non è
definito.). If outcome is negative contact
manufacturer.
Cause: Over-current in the monoblock.
Action: Verify the fuses F1, F2 (8-9 par.Box Capacitors F
6S01), F3, F4 (7 par. Box Capacitors F 6S01)of the box
capacitor. Verify that led L2 of the Logic Board switches on
during the x-ray exposure.
11 MAINTENANCE WARNINGS
Maintenance shall be performed only by the manufacturer or by personnel authorized by
ITALRAY s.r.l. The company cannot be held liable for any consequences arising from
actions performed by unauthorised personnel.
12 CLEANING WARNINGS
For all the system: proper cleaning procedures are essential for the good preservation of
the equipment, at least once a month clean the outside surfaces.
Products used to clean the external surfaces of the machine should have low alcohol
content and contain no corrosive or abrasive detergent, no solvents (gasoline, alcohol,
acetone, etc). Do not use aggressive chemical products (solvents, disinfectants,
detergents) that could damage the surfaces (ex. Cidex). Cleaning external surfaces shall
therefore be performed only with a wet cloth and neutral detergent and the surface shall be
dried with a soft dry cloth.
The material used to clean, sterilise, and disinfect a PIXIUM FE 3543 pR / Pixium 3543EZ,
such as towelettes and dust clothes, must be processed using dedicated waste recycling
procedures. The detector remains functional under limited exposure to the liquids defined
in the table here below.
The column “clean” means that neither discoloration nor aesthetic (nor functional) damage occurs
due to a limited exposure of the corresponding part to the corresponding liquid.
For each part indicated in the first line, a quote “+” means a perfect cleanness even after several
hours exposure, a “0” means that slight discoloration might occur especially for several minutes to
hours exposure, a “no“ means that the surface might be seriously affected and thus is not
guaranteed by specification. Values into brackets are to be confirmed.
• Refer to the Unpacking Instruction Label attached to the outer cardboard box for the
storage and handling conditions of the incoming shipment (stacking limitations,
environmental temperature and humidity, pressure, etc...).
• The detector must be stored and handled within its original larger outer cardboard box.
Do not open this outer box if there is no need.
• While not used nor powered, the detector should be stored within the inner protective
bag resealed or closed with adhesive tape, and using desiccant material inside the bag
to avoid any humidity on the detector