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INSTALLATION
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REPLACEMENT
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ADJUSTMENTS
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FAULT FINDING
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PARTS LIST
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SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS
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PRACTIX 33 plus - INTRODUCTION AND TECHNICAL DATA - 1
PLANNING DATA
TEXT: DRAWINGS:
1.6. Tools......................................... 4
1.8. Preparation............................... 5
The High Voltage circuit is integrated in the monobloc with stationary anode tube, which is
controlled by a H.F system with 8 Khz. max. working frequency.
The system can be connected to a normal 115/230 Vac 16A power supply line.
The system is designed in full compliance with the international standards, as indicated in the
USER’S manual.
1.1.1 Applications
Radiography
1.1.2 Options
Besides the current one, an additional cassette holder may be required, which can contain 4
cassettes (max. 35 X 43 mm.).
The Purchase code is: TX code 52469 - 12NC 4512 535 39231 – 9890 010 80311
1.2. COMPATIBILITY
The system is supplied in the standard configuration and can not be developed on the field.
No external accessory may be interfaced with PRACTIX 33 PLUS
To check out the mechanical data and the measures of the different operational conditions please
refer to the drawing on page 6.
The system fully complies with the PMS UXW 13600 standard.
For the climatic conditions related to the use, the transportation and the warehousing, the following
data are effective:
Power data:
Fuse protection 16 A
Mains resistance
· at 115 V £ 350 mW
· at 230 V £ 550 mW
Tube current
· at 115 V 13 ... 37mA
· at 230 V 30 ... 75 mA
mAs product
· at 115 V 0.2 ... 200
· at 230 V 0.2 ... 250
Exposure time
· at 115 V 5 ms ... 7.5 s
· at 230 V 2.6 ms ... 5 s
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1.5.4 X-ray tube
Rotation -90°/-180°/-270°/+45°
Filter value 0.27 mm Al equivalent at 100 kV
Leakage radiation data Timer switch
for light-beam lamp 1 mSv/h at a distance of 1 m from the focal spot
Timer-switch for light-beam lamp 30 s
Light-beam lamp 12 V / 100W Halogen ³ 100 lux
1.6. TOOLS
In addition to the tools supplied to the service staff, some special tools are required, in order to
perform some particular adjustments.
Refer to the chapter SERVICE INFORMATION of this manual.
These three groups can be detected and traced using the serial numbers sticked on the unit when
shipped.
1.8. PREPARATION
1.8.1 Cables
Here below are listed all the different types of cables which are utilized in the equipment.
Pict.1
Pict.2
Pict.3
Pict.4
Pict.5
INSTALLATION - 2
INDEX
2.1.2 Proceed to disassembly PRACTIX 33 plus as indicated here below and in Pict. 1
Pict.1
PRACTIX 33 plus can be supplied with main voltage of both 230V or 115V.
Before plugging, check out that:
· Since the unit is delivered already predisposed for 230V power supply, check that there are not
different voltage values.
With 115Vac voltages, after removing the front cover, as shown in the chapter
REPLACEMENT of this manual, proceed as indicated here below .
See also drawing at page 4 (Pict.2).
Service Transformer TR2: Connect the VTC2 wire to the TR2- 4 clamp
Service Transformer TR2: Connect the VTC2 wire to the TR2- 5 clamp
2.2.1.3 Mains Voltage < or > than 10% compared to the nominal voltage.
When the voltage supplied by the local equipment is constantly lower or higher than 10 %
compared to the nominal one, it is possible to compensate for this difference acting on the
Transformers’ plugs located on the unit.
Once completed the phase of predisposition of power supply voltage, plug in, the green led
must switch on.
Pict.2
At the same time all the keyboard’s leds are activated and the acoustic signal is on
for nearly 2 sec.
3) switch on again the unit with switch keeping pressed the two switches of point 2
3) switch on again the unit with switch keeping pressed the two switches of point 2
2.2.4.1 Using the push buttons check that the same are included between 40 and 110
During the setting phase, if the signal READY is not displayed check out if by releasing
the buttons the signal is not immediately displayed.
2.2.4.2 Using the push buttons check that they are included between:
Pict.3
After a long period of stillness (3 months or more) it is necessary to perform the “X-RAY TUBE
FORMING ". Proceed as follows monitoring with an oscilloscope the forming phases. Connect the
probes on the Inverter Board B101 in the points:
WARNING: If, during the procedure anomalies are detected, it is necessary to interrupt it for at
least half an hour and start all over again.
ACCEPTANCE - 3
3 - ACCEPTANCE
3.3 SETUP 3
3.4 TEST 5
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3.1 PREFACE
All the results of the tests are stated in the document "TEST REPORT".
The installation must be done accordingly with the informations contained in the chapter
"INSTALLATION".
In addition to what above described, also the operations stated in this chapter must be performed.
In order to test the unit in the acceptance phase the following tools are required:
· kVp time meter (es. MINI-X)
· Oscilloscope (storage) WITHOUT GROUND CONNECTION
· True r.m.s multimeter (es. FLUKE 87)
· mAs meter (es. PMS 2618 Philips)
See also chapter "SERVICE INFORMATION" paragraph 7.1 “List of the Main instruments”
In case mechanical adjustments were necessary, see also chapter "SERVICE INFORMATION"
paragraph 7.2 "Special tools".
NOTE: Do not start electrical tests if the unit has not been switched on continuously for at least
20 minutes.
3.3 SETUP
3.3.1 Place the instrument kV time meter at a distance of 50 cm from the tube focus.
3.3.2 Predispose the instrument for the measure (See also Pict.1).
Pict.1
3.3.3 Properly collimate the Rx rays on the instrument using the light field of the collimator.
3.3.4 If, during the Rx tets, indicated in 3.4.3 of RADIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS TESTS,the
data should not be the ones stated in the reference table, it is necessary to connect also
the other tests instruments, in order to monitor the Main data kV, mA mAs and the filament.
The test points for the instruments connection are shown here below along with the
topographic. (Pict. 2).
Pict.2
3.4 TEST
3.4.1.1 Check that all the cables, fairleads and connectors are in a good condition and that they
are not damaged or broken.
3.4.3.1 Perform exposures according to what stated in the following table and check:
· The value of the kV read with the kV time meter e write it down in the relative table’s space.
· The exposure time indicated in the unit’s display and write it down in the relative table’s space.
· If the exposure times are included in the fixed tolerances, it means that the mA associated tp
the set kV value are correct and the value of mAs has been correclty integrated.
If it is not so, connect the instruments as indicated in the previous pictures and proceed as
indicated in the chapter "ADJUSTMENT" paragraph 5.3 "Filament set adjustment”.
3.4.4.1 The collimator light may be activated from the front panel of the collimator itself.
The switching time is nearly 30 secs.
The switching off is automatic.
(See picture 3)
Pict.3
3.4.4.4 Perform an exposure and check that the RX ray is correct, however within the tolerance
required by the law.
See chapter "ADJUSTEMENT" paragraph 5.9.2 "Light - Rays Adjustment".
3.4.5.1 Remove the unit from the parking position using the relative disconnection hook as shown
in picture.
Pict. 4
3.4.5.2 Check the correct balancing of the pantograph completed in all its operational conditions
as shown in the picture 5.
Pict. 5
3.4.5.3 Check the proper rotation and balancing of the monobloc group of -20° +105* with respect
to the longitudinal axis.
See pict. 6.
Pict. 6
3.4.5.4 Check the correct rotation of the monobloc group of +/-180° with respect to the horizontal
axis disconnecting the relative fixing brake.
Check the correct goniometer’s indication.
See Pict. 7.
Pict. 7
Pict. 8
Check the correct rotation of the collimator -90°/-180°/-270° and +45° with respect to the
horizontal axis, as shown in picture 9.
Pict. 9
REPLACEMENT - 4
INDEX
4.14 UNIT PRODUCTION STATUS RELATED TO THE COLLIMATOR GROUP MANAGEMENT .....................20
4.17 ON FIELD OPERATIONS FOR THE B2 BOARD “mA control” REPLACEMENT. ......................................24
Note: Please refer to the Chapter 4.14 to know the unit production status relating to the collimator
group replacement.
This way the collimator is completely free and can be taken out.
Pict.1
a) Loosen the core hitch (A) and dismantle the rear cover taking away the 2 screws (B).
b) Take away the lamp protecting cover unscrewing the 2 screws (D).
c) Take away the faulty lamp by pulling it following the arrow's direction.
Pict.2
Note: Please refer to the Chapter 4.12 to know the unit production status relating to the monobloc
replacement.
a) Take out the collimator, disconnecting the mains cable first (see paragraph 4.1).
WARNING: Before dismantling the monobloc, it's necessary to move the arm to its blocking position,
and for more security, bind it to the front leg with a strong rope:
without the monobloc there will be, in the arm end, a force leading to the ceiling of nearly 300 N.
Now the monobloc is completely free and can be taken out from the lower cover.
The arm must remain completely blocked down and binded safety to the front leg.
a) Place the monobloc in the lower cover and fix it by means of 4 nuts (F), with a washer and grower
(G).
Now it's possible to unlock the arm and lift it in order to work easily.
d) Install the upper cover and fix it with the 2 screws (D).
e) Mount the brake (C) and the adapter (B) then fix them with the 4 screws (A).
f) Perform the centering of the rotating adapter, referring to the Chapt. 5.9.1 “Alignment between X-
RAY beam and rotating adapter”.
g) Mount the collimator and connect the mains cable (see paragraph 4.1).
h) Perform a correspondence verification of light/x-ray beam, referring to the Chapt. 5.9.2 “LIGHT-X-
RAY adjustment”.
Pict.3
The arm balancing spring is accessible from the central column bottom.
Its adjustment must be performed with a fixed spanner M19 (commercial tool).
The perfect weight balance must be obtained with the arm in horizontal position.
b) Lift up the arm completely, the adjustment nut M19 (C) is accessible from the central column
bottom.
c) Using the fixed spanner M19, rotate the nut (C) as follows:
- Once clockwise to increase the adjustment balancing.
- Once anticlockwise to decrease it.
Pict. 4
The clutch is necessary to keep in position the arm supporting the tube, even though the weight
balance is not perfect on all the strokes.
Usually, the weight balance is performed with the arm in horizontal position, with the clutch completely
excluded. Afterwards the clutch is closed until the arm supporting the tube remains in position also on
in the stroke extremes, (completely up and down) and the movement is smooth and regular.
Pict. 5
The clutch on the monobloc inclination movement must be adjusted, in order to obtain a smooth
movement and to keep the monobloc in the set position.
If the monobloc doesn't remain in the set position, the clutch must be slightly closed:
b) Rotate anticlockwise the ring nut with a pliers round spike (commercial tool), in order to loosen the
clutch or clockwise to grip it.
Pict.6
a) Put the brake pedal (A) in oblique position (free) and remove it un-gripping the screw (B).
b) Loosen the 4 screws (D) and remove the lower cover (C).
c) Adjust the rope tension through the nut (L) on the register (E) as follows:
- Clockwise to reduce the rope tension.
- Anti-clockwise to increase it.
d) Place the brake pedal (A) grip the screw (B) and check the proper braking functioning.
e) Once the adjustment is completed, un-grip the screw (B) and remove the brake pedal (A).
f) Place the lower cover (C) and grip the 4 screws (D).
g) Place the brake pedal (A) and grip the screw (B).
Pict. 7
If for normal wear the brakes linings are worn out or the control cables are broken, it is necessary to
proceed with the replacement, operating as follows:
a) Place the unit on stocks in order to lift the wheels from the ground.
b) Remove the brake pedal and the lower casing following points a) b) of the foregoing paragraph 4.7.
f) Remove the 2 Seeger (O), unthread the 2 linings (M) with the compression spring (P), the cable
fairlead curve (Q) and the cable (H).
g) Lean the whole group on a work shelf and unscrew the grain (N), remove the cable fairlead curve
(Q) and the cable (H).
a) On the work shelf, assemble the 2 linings (M) with the compression spring (P), install the cable
fairlead curve (Q) with the housing, then block it with the nut (N) and finally thread the cable (H).
b) Install the whole group, threading the housing with the cable (H) inside the base, until the brake
control group is reached.
c) Install the 2 linings (M) in their respective pivots and block them with 2 Seegers (O).
d) Install the register (E) in its location and screw the nut (L).
g) With pliers keep the cable-tensed (H), move the clamp (I) to its location and grip the screw.
h) Install the brake pedal following point g) of the foregoing paragraph 4.7.
i) Perform some tests concerning the proper functioning of the brake. For eventual adjustments follow
point c) of the foregoing paragraph 4.7.
l) When the brake system is efficient, follow points e) f) g) of the foregoing paragraph 4.7 to re-install
the lower casing.
Pict.8
Pict. 9
4.9.2 Microcomputer
(See pict.10)
To dismantle the microcomputer board, it is necessary disengage the flat-cable connectors that link it
to the bus board and to the keyboard, then and remove the 2 screws (E) fixing the Plexiglas support.
Pict. 10
4.9.3 Keyboard
(See pict.11)
To dismantle it it's enough to take out the 6 nuts (F) accessible from the inside of the unit.
Pict.11
The chain of the balancing spring has been dimensioned in order to avoid any possible break up. As to
the importance of its function of mobile arm support, it is better to check its wearing periodically.
a) Remove one of the covers (A) of the stand-mobile arm articulation, unscrewing the 2 screws (B)
which are accessible directly.
b) Perform a sight control of the chain (C) condition, which is in static conditions during some up and
down movements of the mobile arm.
c) Once the test finished, install again the cover (A) and grip the 2 screws (B).
Pict.12
To replace the F1 fuse inside the inverter, it's necessary to proceed as follows:
a) Remove B1 and B2 boards from their slides, for an easier access to the inverter.
b) Unscrew the 2 screws (A) and remove the cover (B) on which the spare fuse is installed. This way
the access to fuse F1 (C) inside the inverter is obtained.
c) Unscrew the 2 fixing nuts of the fuse and unthread them along with their washers. Perform the
operation carefully in order to avoid the nuts or washers fall inside the inverter.
Pict. 13
type: 110/80 M10-HF G. Comet 1,5mm Software: R.03.00 Inverter Group THF850
P4-613¸
OEM code 11675 OEM code 02518 OEM code 62418
832
PMS code 4512 535 39191 PMS code 4512 535 39741 PMS code 4512 535 39331
B101 Board Inverter Control
OEM code 01677
type: 110/80 M10-HF2 G. Comet 1,5mm Software: R.04.00 PMS code 4512 535 39781
OEM code 11820 OEM code 02520
PMS code 4512 535 48031 PMS code 4512 535 48021 Inverter Group THF850
P4-833¸ OEM code 62418A
1020 PMS code 4512 535 39332
B101 Board Inverter Board
OEM code 01677A
PMS code 4512 535 39782
¹ Note: Because of managing reasons, from the unit S/N° P4-1021, codes of the complete Inverter and B101 Board “Inverter control” have
changed. The any difference between the two groups is the B101-R101 Resistance. The new version does not foresee it.
To adapt the units preceding the S/N° P4-1021 unit, it’s necessary to use the following MHF833 Monobloc Kit:
P4-613÷
1185 OEM code 00106A
PMS code 4512 535 48122
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If available, mount the same type of The Eprom R.03.00 has to be used Replace the faulty Inverter by the new
monobloc 110/80 M10-HF G. Comet OEM code 02518 one:
1,5mm. PMS code 4512 535 39741. Inverter Group THF850
OEM code 11675 OEM code 62418A
PMS code 4512 535 39191. N.B. PMS code 4512 535 39332
In this case no problem change has to On units with the old monobloc
be performed. type the Eprom R.04.00 can’t be In case only the B101 Board “Inverter
The Eprom, version on the unit has to used. Control” is damaged, replace it by the
be R.03.00. OEM code 11675 new one:
PMS code 4512 535 39191. OEM code 01677A
If not available, use the HF2 monobloc PMS code 4512 535 39782
kit. No other operation is required. For
P4-613 OEM code 00100 the replacement procedures, refer to For the replacement procedures, refer
¸832 PMS code 4512 535 48041 the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table to the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table
Composed by:
· New Monobloc HF2
· New Eprom R.04.00 to replace the
old one.
· Monobloc label to replace the old
one.
If available, mount the same type of The Eprom R.04.00 has to be used Replace the faulty Inverter by the new
monobloc 110/80 M10-HF2 G. Comet one:
1,5mm. OEM code 02520 Inverter Group THF850
OEM code 11820 PMS code 4512 535 48021 OEM code 62418A
PMS code 4512 535 48031 PMS code 4512 535 39332
In this case no Eprom change has to be N.B.
performed. The Eprom version on the On units with the HF2 monobloc In case only the B101 Board “Inverter
P4-833 unit has to be R.04.00. Control” is damaged, replace it by the
type the Eprom R.05.00 can’t be
¸1020 new one:
used.
For the replacement procedures, refer OEM code 11820 OEM code 01677A
to Chapt. 4.3 Monobloc replacement PMS code 4512 535 48031 PMS code 4512 535 39782
and 4.9 Control Table. For eventual
adjustments refer to Chapt. No other operation is required. For For the replacement procedures, refer
ADJUSTMENTS – 5. the replacement procedures, refer to to the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table
the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table
If available, mount the same type of The Eprom R.05.00 has to be used Replace the faulty Inverter by the
monobloc MHF833, Comet Insertion. OEM code 02536 new one:
OEM code 11873 PMS code 4512 535 48101 Inverter Group THF850
PMS code 4512 535 48111 OEM code 62426
Upon the ignition phase make sure that No other operation is required. For the PMS code 4512 535 48141
the Eprom version on the unit is R.05.00 replacement procedures, refer to the
P4-1021 Chapt. 4.9 Control Table In case only the B101 Board “Inverter
¸1185 For the replacement procedures, refer Control” is damaged, replace it by the
to Chapt. 4.3 Monobloc replacement new one:
and 4.9 Control Table. For eventual OEM code 01694
adjustments refer to Chapt. PMS code 4512 535 48151
ADJUSTMENTS – 5.
For the replacement procedures,
refer to the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table
(continue)
Only the monobloc has to be replaced, The Eprom R.05.00 has to be used Replace the faulty Inverter by the
because it’s the new version MHF833, OEM code 02536 new one:
Toshiba Insertion, already: PMS code 4512 535 48101 Inverter Group THF850
OEM code 11873A OEM code 62426
PMS code 4512 535 48112 No other operation is required. For the PMS code 4512 535 48141
Upon the ignition phase make sure that replacement procedures, refer to the
P5-001
the Eprom version on the unit is R.05.00 Chapt. 4.9 Control Table In case only the B101 Board “Inverter
¸current
Control” is damaged, replace it by the
For the replacement procedures, refer new one:
to Chapt. 4.3 Monobloc replacement OEM code 01694
and 4.9 Control Table. For eventual PMS code 4512 535 48151
adjustments refer to Chapt.
ADJUSTMENTS – 5. For the replacement procedures,
refer to the Chapt. 4.9 Control Table
On these units, shouldn’t the replacement by the same monobloc type be possible, use the new Monobloc MHF833
Kit, which substitutes the monobloc HF2 Kit.
OEM code 00106A
PMS code 4512 535 48122
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It is possible to interchange:
Old Inverter OEM code 62418A - PMS code 4512 535 39332
Old B101 Board OEM code 01677A - PMS code 4512 535 39782
by the new Inverter OEM code 62426 - PMS code 4512 535 48141
and new B101 Board OEM code 01694 - PMS code 4512 535 48151
Remove
See Pict.15
R101
B101 Board
THF850 Inverter
Pict. 14 Pict. 15
In order to adapt the previous units to the S/N° P4-904 unit, it’s necessary to use the
following Collimator Kit:
previous to
P4-904
OEM code 00104
PMS code 4512 535 48081
type R101
- Disconnect and remove the Lamp - Disconnect and remove the - Disconnect and remove the
cable (A) from the Collimator 85 cm Lamp cable (A) from the faulty 85cm, long cable (A)
long. Collimator 85 cm long. (See picture 14)
(See picture 14) (See picture 14) OEM code 04784
- Remove the Collimator (B). - Remove the Collimator (B). PMS code 4512 535 37201
P1-613¸ - Remove the rotating Adapter (C) - Remove the rotating Adapter (C)
903
- Assemble the components of the - Assemble the components of the - Assemble and install again
P102 Collimator Kit P102 Collimator Kit the new 85 cm, long cable and
OEM code 00104 OEM code 00104 fix it as shown in Pict.15
PMS code 4512 535 48081 PMS code 4512 535 48081 OEM code 04784
Fix the cable as shown in Pict.15 Fix the cable as shown in Pict.15 PMS code 4512 535 37201
For replacements see Chapter 4.1 For replacements see Chapter 4.1 For replacements see Chapter
For verifications and eventual For verifications and eventual 4.1
adjustments see Chapter 5.9.1. adjustments see Chapter 5.9.1.
type P102
- Disconnect and remove the Lamp - Disconnect the Lamp cable (A) Disconnect e remove the
cable (A) from the Collimator (See from the Collimator (See picture faulty 140 cm long cable
picture 14). 14). (A).(See picture 14)
- Remove the faulty collimator (B) - Remove the Collimator (B) OEM code 05376
OEM code 11822 - Remove the faulty Rotating PMS code 4512 535 48071
PMS code 4512 535 48001 Adapter(C).
OEM code 53188
PMS code 4512 535 48011
P1-904¸
current -Install the new Collimator - Install the new Rotating Adapter Install and connect again the
OEM code 11822 OEM code 53188 new 140 cm long cable and fix
PMS code 4512 535 48001 PMS code 4512 535 48011 it as shown in Pict.15
- Connect again the lamp to the - Assemble again the Collimator. OEM code 05376
Collimator - Connect again the lamp cable to PMS code 4512 535 48071
Fix the cable as shown in Pict.15 the Collimator and fix it as shown
in Pict.15
No other operation is requested. No other operation is requested. No other operation is
requested.
For replacements see Chapter 4.1 For replacements see Chapter 4.1 For replacements see
For verifications and eventual For verifications and eventual Chapter 4.1
adjustments see Chapter 5.9.1. adjustments see Chapter 5.9.1.
Pict. 14
Pict. 15
In order to adapt the previous units to the S/N° P4-1021 unit, it’s necessary to use the following B2
“mA Control” Board Kit:
previous to
P4-1021 OEM code 00109
PMS code 4512 535 48161
To replace the board, it is necessary to utilize the B2 “mA control” board Kit
OEM code 00109
PMS code 4512 535 48161
NB: The new board has been developed to ensure the anodic mA correction in real time. On these
units, it will not be possible to utilize this function if the unit avails the following monoblocs:
Type: 110/80 M10-HF G. Comet 1,5mm
P4-613¸ Type: 110/80 M10-HF2 G. Comet 1,5mm
1020 To deactivate this function, set the JP5 jumper, present on the board, in C-B position.
Please refer to the information contained in the Kit, Chapt. 3.1 for the cover disassembling and to
Chapt. 3.2 for the B2 old board replacement by the new one
For the cover disassembling refer to Chapt. 4.9.1. Replace the old B2 board by the new one.
OEM code 01571C
P4-1021¸ PMS code 4512 535 37024
current No other operation is required, as the unit already mounts the monobloc
Type: MHF833 Toshiba 1,5mm
For verification and eventual adjustment, refer to Chapt. ADJUSTMENTS-5.
B2-X1
B0-CP5-9
NB: connection to be performed only for units S/N° P4-613¸1020 with MHF833 monobloc
to activate the anodic mA correction in real time.
Pict. 16
ADJUSTMENTS - 5
INDEX
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5.1 Filament current adjustment in stand - by
Electrical drawing N°05273 of the service manual
Connect an amperometer AC with TRUE RMS reading between B0-CP4-1 and B0-CP4-2.
Switch on the unit, set B2-P7 until a current in the main circuit of the filament equal to 345 mA ±
10mA is obtained.
See also reference drawing shown at Pict. 1
Pict.1
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5.2 Set kV adjustment
Electrical drawing N°05272 of the service manual
The adjustment because easier following the test procedure supplied by the computer, therefore
proceeding as described here below. (See also Tab.1)
5.2.1 With the unit off, switch to “OFF” position the dip-switch B3-SW1-2 .
5.2.2 Connect a digital multimeter DC mode in B2-Tp7(+)[Set kV V=kV/20] and B2-AC32(-).
5.2.3 Switch on the unit that enters the test procedure:
5.2.4 Set the kV+ button on the keyboard, the kV+ SELECTION output is controlled in a
fixed way and set the max. SET kV value.
5.2.5 Adjust the potentiometer B2-P3 to get B2-Tp7 a voltage = 5,70 V.
5.2.6 Push the switch kV-, the kV- SELECTION is controlled in a fixed way and set the min.
SET kV value.
5.2.7 Adjust the potentiometer B2-P4 to get in B2-Tp7 a voltage = 1,80 V.
5.2.8 Repeat the operation of the previous 2 points till the voltage values are correct.
5.2.9 Push switch kV+ to set the max. SET kV value. Adjust B2-P1 till the Alphanumerical
display of the console indicates 113 kV (±2 kV) and a frequency of nearly 4560 Hz
(±20 Hz).
5.2.10 Push kV- switch to set the minimum SET kV, value and check that the display
indicates 38 kV (±2 kV) and a frequency of nearly 1540 Hz (±20 Hz).
5.2.11 Quit the test procedure taking back, with the unit off, to ON the dip-switch B3-SW1-2.
5.2.12 At last check that, for each kV value, the display indicates "READY" and that in B2-
Tp7 the voltage measured is ± 0.1 V as shown in Tab. 2 (Typical set kV separated
according to supply voltage)
OFF B2-P3 5.70 B2-P1 4560 (±20 Hz) 113 (±2 kV)
40 2.00
50 2.50
60 3.00
70 3.50
80 4.00
90 4.50
100 5.00
110 5.50
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5.3 Filament set adjustment
Electrical drawing N°05273 of the service manual
The adjustment of the filament current in the X- ray tube is made to match each set kV value with
the corresponding output mA value so that a constant supplied power is achieved.
During such regulation which determines the 2 system limits, the kV set must be done at two
extremes (40 and 100 kV).
The filament adjustment is differentiated between 115V and 230 V mains.
5.3.2.4 Adjust the potentiometer B2-P9 till the difference between the voltages measured
in B2-TP8 at 40 kV [SET FIL1] and at 100 kV [SET FIL2] is 0,66V (33mA).
5.3.2.5 Set 40 kV, adjust B2-P6 till a voltage of –9.5V (±0,1 V) is reached.
5.3.2.6 Set 100 kV and check that the measured voltage is –8.84V (±0,1 V)
40 2.00 - 10 500 76
50 2.50 - 9,9 495 64
60 3.00 - 9,7 485 50
70 3.50 - 9,5 475 42
80 4.00 - 9,4 470 40
90 4.50 - 9,4 470 36
100 5.00 - 9,3 465 33
110 5.50 - 9,2 460 29
A final adjustment with a slight correction of the typical set value of SET FILAMENT must be done
with X-RAY exposures, checking the anodic kV and mA obtained.
The procedure is described in paragraph 5.5 mA ADJUSTMENT.
The microcomputer reads the mA for the measurement of the set mAs, through the F1 frequency
given by the voltage/frequency converter B2-IC6.
The B2-IC6 voltage / frequency converter must be regulated in order to have, in the B2-Tp14
output a frequency signal equal to the mA x 100.
Warning: The measure of this frequency can be performed utilizing the test procedure
supplied by the computer, proceeding as described here below. (See also Tab.5)
5.4.1 With the unit off, switch to OFF position the dip-switch B3-SW1-2 .
5.4.2 Position the B2-JP3 jumper in B-C, the converter input V/F is
B2-IC6 at a +5V voltage.
5.4.3 Switch on the unit which enters the test procedure.
5.4.4 Adjust B2-P2 till a 5000 Hz frequency (±50 Hz) on the alphanumerical display.
5.4.5 Once the adjustment is done, switch off the unit, position the B2-JP3 jumper in
A-C and the B3-SW1-2 dip-switch in ON.
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5.5 Real mA Adjustment
Electrical drawing N°05273 of the service manual
By the adjustment made at paragraph 5.3 Filament set adjustment, the filament is switched on at
typical values already.
In order to understand if the mA associated to the kV are the correct ones, the mAs shown on the
mAs - meter must be read and divide for the exposure time indicated on the display of the unit at
the end of radiography.
The tables 6 and 7 show the mA which have to be associated to kV and the typical exposure times
with mAs preset values.
40 32 76 0.35 ¸ 0.48
50 32 64 0.42 ¸ 0.57
60 32 52 0.54 ¸ 0.74
70 25 42 0.50 ¸ 0.68
80 20 40 0.42 ¸ 0.57
90 20 36 0.46 ¸ 0.63
100 20 33 0.51 ¸ 0.69
110 16 29 0.46 ¸ 0.63
If the time indicated in the table is higher, it means that the mA values values are too low; if the
time is lower, it means that the mA values are too high.
According to the results obtained, modify properly the ignition current in radiography preparation,
adjusting the SET FIL value, as shown in:
Warning:
The variation of the necessary filament current is typically extremely low (some mA). Usually it’s
enough to calibrate the potentiometer that increases or lowers, of the same value, the filament
ignition at the extremes of the work range and therefore on all the kV values.
B2-P5 with 230V supply
B2-P6 with 115V supply
The RX max. time security intervenes only in case of a wrong functioning of the integration circuit
of the mAs, or in case the mA are so low that the integration of the set mAs is not allowed.
The intervention steps are distinguished between 115V or 230V.
5.6.1.2 Switch on the unit, set the B1-JP2 jumper in B-C position (test condition) and check:
· the watch dog security intervention through the B1-K3 relay which is disexcited.
· the signaling B1-LD7 red led must turn on.
· The display must show SUPPLY FAULT
· The 24 Vdc Voltage, must be on B1-AC20 for a max. time of 5,2 seconds ± 0,1 sec.
· Adjust B1-P1 until the required value is obtained. See Pict. 2
N.B. The above described operations must be repeated each time the potentiometer is
adjusted, the above/mentioned procedure must be repeated.
50.00
V CH1
2.0 S
5.0 V
CH2
2.0 S
5.0 V
CH2 B1-AC20
25.00
V
CH1 B1-TP14
0.000
V 0.000 S 10.00 S 20.00 S
11.2.1997 16:26 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict.2
50.00
V CH1
2.0 S
5.0 V
CH2
2.0 S
5.0 V
CH2 B1-AC20
25.00
V
CH1 B1-TP14
0.000
V 0.000 S 10.00 S 20.00 S
11.2.1997 15:56 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict.3
5.7.1.1 Connect the digital multimeter between B101-TP19 (+) [kV Max Safety] and
B101-TP29 (-) [0V2].
5.7.1.2 In stand-by condition a voltage of 6Vdc has to be measured, if not adjust B101-P3.
5.7.1.3 Set 110 kV, perform an exposure and verify that the value measured between the
Security and the kV set, is approximately 500mV (see picture 4).
10.00
V CH1
50 mS
1.0 V
CH2
50 mS
1.0 V
B101-TP19
CH2
500 mV
5.000
V
B101-TP21
CH1
0.000
V 0.000 S 0.450 S 0.950 S
3.6.1998 15:18 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict.4
5.7.2.1 Connect the digital multimeter between B101-TP22 (+) [mA] B101-TP29 (-) [0V2];
5.7.2.2 Position the B101-JP2 jumper on B-C;
5.7.2.3 Adjust B101-P2 until 0V is shown on the instrument;
5.7.2.4 Re-install the B101-JP2 jumper on A-C;
5.7.2.5 Check that the multimeter indicates 0v and, if necessary, slightly revise B101-P2,
It is mandatory that the ignition of SCR1 and SCR2 occur only when the currents of the High
Voltage monobloc are null.
This must be made in order to check that, at the ignition of one SCR, the other is off.
Actually, if a SCR is on when the other one is still activated, a short-circuit occurs on the C1 and
C2 which causes the breaking of the Inverter Fuse - F1.
In order to avoid the simultaneous ignition of the SCR, an interval has been programmed between
one activation and the other called, the “DEAD TIME”.
The "dead time" must have a duration of 40 µS and it is adjusted by potentiometer B101-P1.
The adjustment is made as follows:
5.7.3.1 Connect the oscilloscope with memory, set as here below described:
· Channel A between B101-TP6 (+) [Dead Time] and B101-TP29 (-) [0V2]
It measures the load time of the C10 capacity which determines the duration of "dead time".
· Vertical width 5 Vdc/cm
· Basic time 20 µS/cm
· Trigger selection: mode DC single shot
slope Negative
5.7.3.2 Set 80 kV - 5 mAs and perform radiography
5.7.3.3 Control x-ray exposure and check the capacitor loading C10 in Picture 5, measuring,
between the curve shift from -15V to 0V, a 40µsec time (Dead Time).
50.00
V
CH2
20 S
5.0 V
25.00
V
0.000
V 0.000mS 0.180mS 0.380mS
3.6.1998 15:50 CH2 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict.5
The inverter supplies the kV to the tube according to the SET kV signal and in function of the
electrical feedback signals, which come from the monobloc.
Such signals are adjusted by the potentiometers B103-P1-P2-P3-P4.
The adjustment of these signals is performed in the factory by means of proper tools and
special care.
Therefore it is advisable not to modify this adjustment.
Important: These potentiometers must be regarded as a fixed resistive divider and must
not be adjusted in case of monobloc replacement.
(See Pict. 6-7-8 with typical wave shapes referring to the kV front ascent)
5.9 Collimator
In order to obtain a correct balancing of x-ray beam source, anode and variable position of
the rotating adapter, disconnect the mains and perform the following operations:
Lower the arm and position the monobloc with the collimator turned upwards ( see Pict. 9).
Pict.9 Pict.10
Note:
The rotating adapter centering the collimator is
not necessary for the installation.
CAT PHANTOM
Checking:
Pict. 11
Note:
When the distances P and Q are lower than 1
mm the collimator is centred on the tube and
no re-adjustment is needed.
Pict. 12
Centring:
· If by the measurements on the film, the rotating adapter is not centered, loosen the four bolts (B) which
fix the rotating adapter to the tube a quarter turn (see Pict.10).
· Move the rotating adapter with respect in A and B direction (see Pict.12) and repeat exposures on the
film, until tolerance is less than 1mm
Purpose of the collimator adjustment is aimed to obtain the correspondence between the
screened light zone, at a focal distance of 1 meter, and the actual correspondence of the x-
rat field measured in the same conditions.
Proceed as follows:
5.9.2.1 Unhook the pantograph and position a radiographic cassette under the
collimator, at a 100 cm. distance. Turn on the lamp with the “P” push-button and
collimate the light beam on the cassette with “M” knobs. (see Pict. 13).
Pict.13
5.9.2.2 Perform a radiography with the collimator at 0°, develop the film and check if it has
been correctly irradiated by the X-RAY beam, or at least within the tolerances foreseen
by the regulations. (see Pict. 14).
5.9.2.3 In order to compensate further faults, between the light field and the x-ray field, change
the collimator position by means of the 4 “A” screws shown in picture 10.
5.9.2.4 With the collimator in position -90° and -270°, check if the faults between the light field
and the x-ray field are lower then the allowed limits.
Pict.14
FAULT FINDING - 6
6 - FAULT FINDING
6.11 INVERTER 18
6.12 KV MEASURE 21
6.1.1 General
6.1.2 Fault detection
6.1.3 Voltage change error
6.1.1 General
The power supply line is connected to the main autotransformer TR1, where the following voltages
must be measured:
Fault conditions:
WARNING: The fuse F1 breaks if the unit is connected to the wrong Mains.
In this case:
Faults or malfunctioning may happen if the voltage change has not been properly connected.
Usually malfunctioning happen if accidentally a 115V mains voltage is applied to a unit set for
230V, while the other way around the fuses will break.
A) The unit set for 115V or 230 V is constantly connected to a mains voltage > of 10%
(overloaded) or < of 10% (underloaded) compared to the nominal one;
In these cases, see chapter Installation paragraph 2.2.1 power supply voltages
selection.
b3) If the Dip-switch B3-SW1-1 is switched in OFF position (power for 1.5 kW):
- The unit works properly but the mAs range is limited to max. 200 mAs
and the power applied to the X-RAY tube is 1.5 kW.
- See chapter Acceptance, paragraph 3.4.3 radiological parameters tests.
6.2.1 General
6.2.2 Fault finding
6.2.1 General
a) Before Ignition:
b) Pushing ON switch:
Malfunction situation:
- Check the proper connection of the AMP cable between B0-CM1 and B4-CM1.
- Check the ignition of led B4-Ld3 (MAINS LED).
- Check the fuses B0-F1 and F2.
- Check the presence of voltages +24V1 and +15V1.
Check that:
- Between B0-Tp8 (+) and B0-Tp7 (-) there must be a voltage of +24V ±10%.
- Between B0-Tp6 (+) and B0-Tp7 (-) there must be a voltage of +15V ±10%.
N.B. The reference 0V1 measured on B0-Tp7 is connected in common to the earth
equipotential knot by means of connector B0-CP9.
6.3.1 General
6.3.2 Fault finding
6.3.1 General
The supply voltages +15V2, -15V2, +24V are realized on the printed circuit B0.
When the watch-dog relay B1-K3 is closed, the voltage +24V supplies the microcomputer input
and output circuits.
Malfunctioning situations:
a) Lack of voltage +24V, signaled by the microcomputer with the “SUPPLY FAULT" alarm.
In these cases check the ignition of the led, the voltage value on test point and the related fuses,
as indicated in table 1:
Tab - 1
N.B. The reference 0V2 measured on B0-Tp4 and the 0V24 measured on B0-Tp2 are
connected to the earth equipotential knot by means of connector B0-CP9
- The lack of supply +15V2 o -15V2 may also be caused by a defective electronic part,
which, generating an overload, causes the protection of the regulated power supply
- In case of x-ray tube flash-over the Inverter control circuits might break.
To check out the functioning of regulated power supply without the Inverter control
circuits, disconnect the B101-CP1 terminal board.
- The replacement of any defective element on the unit do not require any adjustment on
the ignition circuit.
6.4.1 General
6.4.2 Fault finding
6.4.1 General
After the visual-check the display must indicate a kV and mAs value. The values indicated can be
varied with kV and mAs switches.
Malfunction situations:
a) No indication on the alphanumeric display and the panel leds do not light up.
In this case:
- Check the proper connection of the flat-cable between: B0-CF1 and B3-CF1
B0-CM1 and B4-CM1
- Check the fuse TR2-F12.
- Check the +5V1 computer supply between B3-Tp2 (+) and B3-Tp1 (0V).
- The M.C.P.U. board might be defective.
In this case:
- Check the proper connection of the flat-cables between: B0-CF1 and B3-CF2
B4-CF1- display
- Check the contrast adjustment with the potentiometer B4-P1.
- The display might be defective.
Warning: The potentiometer B4-P1 must be also adjusted when there is replacement
of the display or of the panel board B4.
In this case:
Warning: - In order to check the microcomputer board and the panel board it is necessary to
dismantle the control panel (see chapter REPLACEMENTS)
- The switches and the leds of the panel are incorporated in the panel itself. In
case of malfunction the replacement of the panel is necessary.
6.5.1 General
6.5.2 Fault finding
6.5.1 General
Each 250 ms the microcomputer changes the watch-dog output condition B3-OUT5 and
consequently the led B3-Ld13 flashes at the frequency of 2 Hz.
The watch-dog circuit is achieved on board B1 and, by means of B1-K3 relays, enables the supply
(+24V) of the microcomputer inputs and of the x-ray control circuits.
If this power supply is not present, the microcomputer visualizes "SUPPLY FAULT" alarm.
The watch-dog relay B1-K3 is disexcited, the microcomputer works properly, so the
display visualizes "SUPPLY FAULT" alarm.
In this case:
6.6.1 General
6.6.2 Fault finding
6.6.1 General
must always be supplied. Their lack generates the alarm condition with the notice on the
alphanumerical display and continuous sound of the buzzer.
Malfunction situations:
In this case:
- Check the proper connection of the flat-cable between B0-CF1 and B3-CF1.
- Check the presence of the supply voltage on the relative input grid of the resistive mains
B3-RN4:
- If the voltage is not present the defect has to be searched on the input activation circuits.
(See the signal description afterwards)
- If the voltage is present, the problem is limited to the initial part of the circuit (led, opto-
coupler).
b) The led is properly on, but the microcomputer does not read the input presence.
In this case it is necessary to check the relative opto-coupler or the interface buffer
B3-IC4.
Warning: The circuits connected directly to M.C.P.U. (galvanically isolated from the others)
are supplied by the voltage +5V1 measured on B3-Tp2 (+) B3-Tp1 (-).
The reference 0VM of the power supply of the micro IS NOT CONNECTED
in common to the earth equipotential knot.
6.7.1 General
6.7.2 Fault finding
6.7.1 General
For the output in stand-by, go to the following table TAB.2 “leds condition in stand-by” at page 12.
Malfunctioning situations:
- If the voltage is not present, the fault must be searched in the circuits connected to the
M.C.P.U. (B3- IC5, M.C.P.U., data bus implemented on board B3).
- If the voltage is present, the defect is limited to the control circuit of the opto-coupler B3
OC5...OC8 (led, opto-coupler).
Warning: The circuits directly connected to the M.C.P.U. (galvanically isolated from the
others) are supplied by the voltage +5V1 measured on B3-Tp2 (+) and B3-Tp1 (-).
The reference 0VM of the power supply of micro IS NOT CONNECTED
in common to the earth equipotential knot.
6.8.1 General
6.8.2 Fault finding
6.8.1 General
The counters are implemented on the M.C.P.U., while the control circuits of the counters
themselves are on the board B3.
It’s possible to check out indirectly the proper functioning of the counters, by checking the set
voltage of the kV (CTC2) and the value of mA (CTC1) during exposure as follows:
a) Counter CTC2: - After each set of the kV the notice "READY" must return.
- In B2-Tp7 a continuous voltage must be measured.
The values are in “Adjustment, paragraph 5.2 set kV
adjustment tab.2.
mAs fixed
t(sec) = --------------------
mA measured
Usually an error of precision in the setting up of the kV value or in the mA reading, does not
depend on the counters of the microcomputer, but on the analogic circuits adjustment or on the
related voltage/frequency converters.
The fault of the counters usually occurs with the total lack of counting.
Malfunctioning situations:
- If the frequency value f2 read by the microcomputer is equal to zero (or anyway
lower than nearly 1400 Hz):
- The alarm "MIN kV" is visualized.
- Measure the frequency value of the signal f2 in B3-Tp6 (+) and B3-Tp4 (-).
Warning: If the frequency measured is not correct, it’s necessary to check the voltage-
frequency converter B2-IC11, see paragraph 6.10.2.C page 17.
- If during exposure the frequency value read by the microcomputer is equal to zero
(or anyway lower than approximately 700 Hz):
- The alarm "MIN mA" is visualized and the exposure is blocked after 0,4 s.
- Measure the frequency value of f1 signal in B3-Tp5 (+) and B3-Tp4 (-)
If the frequency measured is not correct, it is necessary to check the voltage/frequency
converter B2-IC12
See chapter Adjustments, paragraph 5.4, real mA reading circuit adjustment
- If the frequency measured in B3-Tp5 is correct:
- Check the frequency value in B3-Tp7 (+) and B3-Tp1 (-)
If the value is correct the M.C.P.U. is probably defective; otherwise check the opto-
coupler B3-OC13 and the gate NOR B3-IC7.
6.9.1 General
6.9.2 Fault detection in stand-by
6.9.3 Fault detection in radiography preparation
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6.9.1 General
The filament ignition circuit is made on board B2. It keeps constant the filament voltage, fixed
independently from the load and mains conditions. In tables 3 and 4 at pages 13 and 14 are
indicated the typical values of the filament ignition current according to the mA associated to the
set kV and to the mains voltage utilized. These typical values may change according to the
different X-RAY tubes. Slight deviations of the filament current and so of the anodic mA (within
±10% of the anodic mA foreseen) do not involve exposure variations, since the microcomputer
calculate automatically the radiography time to obtain the exact value of set mAs.
If in stand-by the filament is properly turned on, it means that the current adjustment circuits are
working.
In radiography preparation the filament is turned on at a higher value according to the mA required
by the exposure.
The current value required during radiography preparation is set by SET FIL voltage.
The SET FIL voltage is on B2-Tp8 with format: SET I FIL (-1V @ 50mA)
Example: For a I FIL of 500 mA there is: SET I FIL = - 500 (1/50) = - 10V
70 3.50 -9 450 90 20
These values will probably have to be slightly changed (±2 mA) in order to obtain the exact value
of anodic mA during exposure, due to differences in the A.T. circuits.
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6.9.2 Fault finding in stand-by
The microcomputer visualizes the "FILAMENT" alarm if the I FIL current is < 220 mA.
Malfunction situations:
In this case:
- Check the presence of the mains voltage 110 VAC supplied by the transformer TR2-19-
20
- Check the fuse TR2-F20 1A-T
- Check the presence of the 10 VAC voltage supplied by the transformer TR2-17-18
- Check the fuse TR2-F18 315mA-T
- Check that the control voltage of the regulator at phase control is:
B2-Tp9(+) and B2-Tp2(-) equal to nearly 6,9Vdc (±0.1Vdc) in stand-by
B2-Tp9(+) and B2-Tp2(-)in radiography preparation at 40 kV
with 115V main equal to -9,5V (±0.1Vdc)
with 230V main equal to –10V (±0.1Vdc)
B2-Tp9(+) and B2-Tp2(-) in radiography preparation at 110 kV.
with 115V main equal to –8,74V (±0.1Vdc)
with 230V main equal to –9,2V (±0.1Vdc
- By means of an oscilloscope check the PWM signal on Tp17, during the radiography
preparation phase. (see the wave form on the topographic, B2 board, Chap. Electrical
Drawings).
In this case check the current as described in Adjustments, paragraph 5.1 Filament current
adjustment in stand-by.
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6.9.3 Fault detection in radiography preparation
If in stand-by the filament ignition is correct, while, during exposure the anodic mA are far
from the theoretic value, it’s necessary to check the SET FIL and SET mA voltage.
In this case:
- Check that through the whole kV range that the set values correspond to the ones indicated in
tables 3 and 4 at page 13 and 14-
- Adjust the mA set value and if is necessary the filament set as described in “Adjustments,
paragraph 5.3 filament set adjustment”
- In B2-Tp8 there is a voltage which is not variable according to the kV.
See Pict. 1.
Pict. 1
6.10.1 General
6.10.2 Fault detection in “SET kV”
6.10.3 Fault detection in “PRE-RX” O “RX”
6.10.1 General
The Inverter control signals are made on the boards B1 (logical signals) and B2 (analogic signals).
When there is a fault which prevents the x-ray emission it is necessary first to check these control
signals. If they are correct it will be mandatory to check the inverter’s circuits.
The inverter is activated with 3 signals:
a) SET kV
It’s the analogic signal for the setting of the desired kV. Its format is 1 V = 20 kV.
A continuous voltage must be obtained between B2-Tp7 (+) and B2-Tp2 (-), whose value
may be traced in “Adjustments paragraph 5.2 adjustment set kV tab.2.”
The same voltage, with opposite sign, is also available in B101-Tp23 of the inverter.
When the microcomputer has set a new SET kV value, the display indicates "READY".
b) PRE-RX
It’s the logical signal that enables the inverter power circuits.
The signal is supplied by the output B3-OUT1.
It’s activated pushing the RAD control of the x-ray push-button and is deactivated at the
end of exposure.
It’s active at a high level B1-Tp10 = + 15V and also the leds B1-Ld5 e B101-Ld5 are on.
c) RX
It’s the exposure control, the signal which controls the inverter power circuits for the
exposure.
The signal is supplied by the output B3-OUT2.
It’s active after nearly 0,3 s after PRE-RX is deactivated at the end of exposure.
It’s active at a high level B1-Tp11 = + 15V and also the leds B1-Ld6 e B101-Ld8 are on.
Malfunctioning conditions:
a) Setting a kV value the indication "READY" is not obtained and the SET kV voltage
between B2-Tp7 (+) and B2-Tp2 (-) does not change.
In this case:
- Check the kV+ SELECTION (B3-OUT6) and kV- SELECTION (B3-OUT7) outputs.
These outputs are activated by pulses in order to precisely position the electronic
potentiometer B2-IC2.
- Check the presence of the clock signal (about 10Hz) on the pin 1 of the electronic
potentiometer B2-IC2.
b) The microcomputer visualizes READY but the SET kV value is not correct.
In this case the problem lays in the adjustment of the voltage-frequency converter B2-
IC11.
In order to make a check, perform the adjustment procedure, as indicated in “ Adjustment,
paragraph 5.2, set kV adjustment, tab. 2”
The alarm is present when the f2 frequency, proportional to the SET kV voltage, is lower
than 400 Hz, correspondent to a 35 kV set.
In this case:
The alarm is present when the f2 frequency, proportional to the SET kV voltage, is higher
than 4600 Hz, correspondent to a 115 kV set.
In this case:
- Check the kV- SELECTION (B3-OUT7) output which should control the SET kV voltage
decrease.
- Check the electronic potentiometer B2-IC2 and the v/f converter B2-IC11.
Malfunctioning conditions:
In this case:
In this case:
- The problem may be caused by the absence of one of the signals PRE-RX or RX.
- Check the microcomputer outputs B3-OUT1 (PRE-RX), B3-OUT2 (RX), and the opto-
coupler B1-OC1.
- Check the correct control of the B1-K1 relay (whose connection is in series according to
the signals PRE-RX and RX that go to the Inverter.
- If the control signals are correct, but the alarm persists, it is necessary to check the
internal circuits of the Inverter, as described 6.11, Inverter.
6.11 INVERTER
6.11.1 General
6.11.2 Fault Finding
6.11.1 General
In stand-by the Inverter is supplied by the B5-R1-R2-R3-R4 resistors. The voltage to the power
supply clamps of the Inverter INVERTER-CT1-1-2 is approximately 230V.
In radiography preparation the resistors are short-circuited by the K2 contactor and the power
supply voltage is brought to 255 V ±10%.
The power circuits are activated from the control signals PRE-RX and RX for exposure.
During exposure, the Inverter keeps the set kV fixed through SET kV at the x-ray tube heads.
During exposure, the Inverter supplies the following signals:
a) kV FAULT Signal.
In normal functioning conditions, the signal is ON and the led B1-Ld9 is on.
The signal is controlled by the computer through the input B3-INPUT4; the led B3-Ld4 is
on as well,
If, during exposure, the kV applied to the tube are higher than the fixed maximum of 120
kV, the signal is deactivated and the microcomputer displays “INVERTER FAULT" alarm.
The signal is activated when the kV applied to the RX tube are higher than 85% of the set
value; the signal is controlled by the microcomputer through the input B3-INPUT8.
In normal conditions the led B1-Ld8 is on; on the contrary, the led B3-Ld8, in on during x-
ray emission.
If the signal is not activated within 10 ms from the x-rays control, (x-ray signal),the
exposure is inhibited and the “LACKING OF X-RAY" alarm appears.
If the signal deactivates during x-ray emission, the exposure is interrupted and the "kV
FAULT" alarm is visualized.
c) Radiography mA.
During exposure the Inverter supplies a voltage proportional to the mA with format
1 V = 10 mA.
This voltage is measurable either in B101-Tp25 or in B2-Tp15 and it is read by the
microcomputer with COUNTER 1 to calculate the set mAs.
The mA value is set according to the fixed kV . See also tables 3 and 4 at page 13-14.
Malfunction conditions:
a) The power supplies +15V2 or -15V2 are not present on the Inverter board B101.
The leds B101-Ld1 and Ld2 signal the presence of power supply voltages +15V2 and
-15V2.
The disappearance of one of the power supplies might be caused by a defective part on
the control board.
The flash-over from the x-ray tube might cause the breaking of an operational intensifier
reading feed-back of kV or mA.
- Check the Inverter power supply voltage in stand-by and during preparation;
- Check the F2 and F3 (20A-T) fuses of the Inverter power supply.
- Check the power fuse F1 inside the Inverter (63A-ET).
In order to check out and to replace this fuse, follow the instructions in Replacements.
Warning: - The breaking of the fuse F1 inside the Inverter may be generated by several
causes. Generally the breaking is caused by a flash-over of the x-ray tube: the
replacement of the fuse restores the functionality of the unit.
- If the defect recurs as soon as the replacement is done, it will be mandatory to
determine if the fault lays in the Inverter group or in the monobloc.
It’s displayed if during exposure (properly started) the kV > 85% signal is missing, that is, if
the kV applied to the tube decrease under the 85% of the set value.
This is due to several causes:
- Check out the mains voltage of the Inverter during radiography preparation(255 V ±10%).
If the measured value is substantially lower, check that during radiography preparation ,
that the contactor K2 properly short-circuits B5-R1-R2-R3-R4 resistors.
- The mains power could be insufficient
During exposure, the Inverter supply voltage on CT1-1-2 must not be lower than:
- approx. 180 V with power 3,3 kW
- approx. 160 V with power 1,5 kW
- The filament ignition is not correct and the mA are too high.
NOTE: If the mains at 230 V cannot supply a 3,3 kW power, it is possible to commute the
unit on the 1,5 kW power (as for the 115v mains), positioning the dip-switch B3-SW1-1 in
OFF.
In stand-by the lack of input is signaled by the microcomputer with "INVERTER FAULT"
alarm.
If during exposure one of the two feed-back signals kV+ or kV- is higher than 6V (60kV+
60kV = 120 kV) :
- the red led B101-Ld10 light up
- the input of the microcomputer B3-INPUT4 deactivates.
- the microcomputer visualizes "BLOCK kV INVERTER" alarm.
- Check that the voltage in B10-Tp19 is 6,2V and during x-ray emission is not < of 5.8V.
- Check that the value of SET kV voltage measured in B101-Tp23 is correct.
- Check the correspondence between the kV measured with a non-invasive tool (MINI-X)
and the kV value supplied by the Inverter in B101-Tp21, see also paragraph 6.12.2
kV measure.
This alarm is displayed when the microcomputer has not counted the set mAs within the
max. exposure time.
In this case:
- Measure the mAs with a mAs meter connected between B101-CP4-1-3 and check that
they are the same set on the Alphanumerical display.
If the error is higher than the 10% it is necessary to verify the f1 frequency adjustment
(see chapter 5, Adjustments paragraph 5.4 mA reading circuit adjustment)
- Check that the mA associated to the set kV are not lower that the10% of the typical
value.
On the contrary, check the filament ignition circuit, see chapter 5 Adjustments paragraph
5.3 filament set adjustment.
Warning: The problem might be caused an insufficient power supply network with the
consequent decrease of mA value.
The mains resistance must not be higher than 0,55 W with mains 230V
and 0,35 W with mains 115 V.
The microcomputer visualizes this alarm if after 0,4 s from exposure start the mA have
not exceeded approx. 7 mA.
In this case:
6.12 kV MEASURE
6.12.1 General
6.12.2 Fault detection
6.12.1 General
Setting
kV Feed-back
The electrical feed-back signals coming from the monobloc, are used by the Inverter in order to
maintain, at the x-ray tube heads, the voltage set with SET kV.
These signals are adjusted in the factory, with B103 P1,P2,P3,P4 potentiometers, using a non-
invasive kV measuring system.
These potentiometers must be considered as a fixed resistance divider and must not be adjusted
in case of monobloc replacement.
In B101-Tp20 there is the feed-back signal of the kV+ positive branch.
During exposure the following voltage must be measured:
V = - (kV+ : 10)
Example: To perform an exposure at 80 kV the branch support must be 40 kV and the
voltage in B101-Tp20 must be = - 4 V.
In B10-Tp21 there is the feed-back kV signal, addition of the positive and negative branches.
During exposure the following voltage must be measured:
V = kV : 20
Example: To perform an exposure at 80 kV the voltage in B101-Tp21 must be = + 4 V.
The electrical measure of the kV applied to the x-ray tube must be fixed with an oscilloscope which
detects the feed-back voltage in B101-Tp21.
The value obtained must correspond to the one measured with a non-invasive tool (type MINI-X).
20.00 20.00
V CH1 V CH1
0.2 S 0.2 S
2.0 V 2.0 V
CH2 CH2
0.2 S 0.2 S
1.0 V 1.0 V
10.00 10.00
V V
0.000 0.000
V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S
11.2.1997 10:23 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV 11.2.1997 14:50 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
20.00 20.00
V CH1 V CH1
0.2 S 0.2 S
2.0 V 2.0 V
CH2 CH2
0.2 S 0.2 S
1.0 V 1.0 V
10.00 10.00
V V
0.000 0.000
V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S
11.2.1997 10:27 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV 11.2.1997 15:4 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
20.00 20.00
V CH1 V CH1
0.2 S 0.2 S
2.0 V 2.0 V
CH2 CH2
0.2 S 0.2 S
1.0 V 1.0 V
10.00 10.00
V V
0.000 0.000
V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S V 0.000 S 0.800 S 1.800 S
11.2.1997 10:30 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV 11.2.1997 15:33 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict.2
Warning: If the kV+ and kV- feed-back signals are not equal, it’s probably a monobloc
fault.
10.00
V CH1
50 mS
1.0 V
CH2
50 mS
1.0 V
5.000
V
0.000
V 0.000 S 0.450 S 0.950 S
11.2.1997 15:48 CH1 0.000 nS 0.000 nV
Pict. 3
6.13.1 General
6.13.2 Fault finding
6.13.1 General
Intervention in the hermetically closed x-ray tube assembly tank without subsequent vacuum filling
process are not admissible.
Defective monoblocs must be replaced.
The fault cause must be eliminated before the replacement, so that consequent damages are
avoided.
6.14.1 General
6.14.2 Filament current adaptation
6.14.3 kV test
6.14.1 General
When the monobloc is replaced, it has to be adapted to the generator, meaning that it would be
advisable to:
Measure points
6.14.3 kV test
When the monobloc is replaced, usually it is not necessary to adjust the kV applied to the x-ray
tube.
The Inverter supplies the kV to the tube according to the SET kV signal and in function of the feed-
back electrical signals coming from the monobloc.
These signals are adjusted in the factory, with the B103-P1,P2,P3,P4 potentiometers.
Warning: If the data are not correct, it is necessary to re-adjust the SET kV voltage.
See chapter 5 Adjustment; paragraph 5.2, set kV adjustment.
SERVICE INFORMATION - 7
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7 - SERVICE INFORMATION
Here below are listed the main instruments necessary to the Service in case of repairing of Practix
33 Plus.
Here below are listed the main tools particularly useful to the Service in case of repairing of Practix
33 Plus.
30cm
Here enclosed there are two tables useful for the Service in order to take note of all the
information of the technical interventions during the life time of the unit.
Serial N°:
Installation Date: Fabrik.-Nr.: ..........................
Montage-Datum: ............................................................................
Implemented / Durchgeführt
N-Sheet N° Remark/Bemerkungen
Service-
Information Nr.
Date / Datum Signature/Unterschrift
Implemented / Durchgeführt
N-Sheet N° Remark/Bemerkungen
Service-
Information Nr.
Date / Datum Signature/Unterschrift
SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS - 9
DRAWING INDEX
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in function of “non-interchangeable” modification. The complete code is mentioned on the electrical or topographic drawing of the same
component.