Apx 525
Apx 525
X-Ray Generator
Operation and Service Manual
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................1
Damage in Transportation ...............................................................................1
X-Ray Protection..............................................................................................1
X-Ray Equipment Safety Recommendations...................................................2
Electrical Grounding.........................................................................................2
X-Ray Tube......................................................................................................2
Features and Benefits of the APX 525 and 625...............................................3
OPERATING MANUAL..............................................................................................5
Introduction ......................................................................................................5
Power On/Off Procedure..................................................................................7
APX Control Console Description ....................................................................8
Mode Selection ...................................................................................10
Setting Default Startup Parameters..........................................11
Prep and Expose......................................................................11
Using the Rotational Knob........................................................11
Multi-function Buttons ...............................................................12
X-Ray Tube Anode Heat Display ........................................................12
Basic X-Ray Procedures................................................................................12
Manual Mode ......................................................................................12
AEC Mode...........................................................................................13
APR MODE .........................................................................................14
Daily X-Ray Tube Seasoning Procedure .......................................................16
Fault Indications.............................................................................................16
Specifications.................................................................................................18
AEC.....................................................................................................19
Compatibility Listing ............................................................................20
X-Ray Tube Assemblies......................................................................20
System Weights And Dimensions .......................................................21
D.H.H.S. Compliance ..........................................................................24
Preventive Maintenance ................................................................................24
User Service and Maintenance ...........................................................25
Safety Information ...............................................................................25
X-Ray Generator Maintenance............................................................26
PRE-INSTALLATION...............................................................................................27
Pre-Installation Planning ................................................................................27
Wiring Requirements...........................................................................27
Identification of Incoming Line .......................................................................28
Grounding.................................................................................29
Single Phase Installations (APX-525 Only)....................................................29
Making Connections (Single Phase) ..............................................................31
Connecting 208 VAC Single-Phase Power (636-0021P2) Transformer31
Making Connections (Single Phase) ..............................................................40
Connecting 240 VAC Single-Phase Power (636-0021P2) Transformer40
Three Phase Installations ..............................................................................49
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Calibrate kV ......................................................................................138
Calibration Verification ......................................................................140
Alternate Calibration Procedure...................................................................141
kV Calibration....................................................................................145
mAs Adjustment ................................................................................145
mAs Adjustment - Alternate Method without Dynalyzer™............................146
mAs Calibration.................................................................................146
mA Fault Calibration ....................................................................................147
.....................................................................................................................148
Additional Optional Inspections....................................................................149
Calibrate High Tension Transformer Balance ..............................................149
Inspection..........................................................................................199
Preventive Maintenance Log.............................................................201
Maintenance Equipment Upgrade / Modification Log........................202
INDEX ....................................................................................................................203
INTRODUCTION
This manual contains the necessary instructions for proper operation, installation,
adjustments and calibration of the APX 525 & 625 High Frequency Generator.
All persons operating or servicing this equipment need to have read this manual
beforehand. You must have a thorough understanding of the APX 525 or 625 and its
proper use before you make any radiographic exposures.
Damage in Transportation
All packages should be closely examined at time of delivery. If damage is apparent,
have notation of "Bad Order" placed by the delivery driver on all copies of the freight
or express bill. If damage is of a concealed nature, notify the transportation agent as
soon as possible to make an "Inspection report of damage" but in any event not later
than 15 days after delivery. A transportation company usually will not pay a claim for
concealed damage if an inspection is not requested within this 15 day period. The
company's responsibility ceases when the transportation company accepts the
shipment in good order, and the company assumes no liability for loss or damage
after delivery to the carrier.
Telephone numbers
Technical Support (847) 288-7000
Toll Free Te. 800-800-6006
Fax (847) 288-7011
Copyright
DEL MEDICAL IMAGING CORP. 2005
All Rights Reserved
X-Ray Protection
X-ray equipment may cause injury if used improperly. The instructions contained in
this manual must be read and followed when operating the APX 525 or 625 High
Frequency Generator. Del Medical Imaging Corporation's authorized dealers will be
glad to assist in placing the APX 525 or 625 into operation.
The APX 525 and 625 provides a high degree of protection from unnecessary
radiation. However, no practical design can provide complete protection nor prevent
operators from exposing themselves or others to unnecessary radiation.
Personal radiation monitoring and protective devices are available. Operators are
urged to use them to protect against unnecessary radiation exposure.
It is important that Operators and their supervisors be fully acquainted with
applicable government radiation protection regulations. Many provisions of these
regulations are based on recommendations of the National Council on Radiation
Protection and Measurements. Recommendations for medical x-ray protection are
published in NCRP Report Number 102, and are available from:
NCRP Publications
7910 Woodmont Ave.
Suite 1016
Bethesda, MD 20814
Those responsible for the planning of x-ray and gamma-ray equipment installations
must be thoroughly familiar with and comply completely with NCRP Number 49,
"Structural Shielding Design and Evaluation for Medical Use of X-Rays and
Gamma-Rays of Energies up to 10 MEV", as revised or replaced in the future.
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health has discontinued the Radiological
Health Bulletin. However, this information can now be found on the Internet, through
the CDRH home page (http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/cdrhhome.html).
Electrical Grounding
This equipment must be grounded to a separate earth ground. No other means is
acceptable. Refer to the National Electrical Code for grounding of Radiographic
equipment.
X-Ray Tube
The APX 525 and 625 is shipped with tube loading programs specifically designed
for the individual x-ray tubes which are approved for use. The programs are based
on focal spot size and anode heat dissipation of the tube insert that will be used with
the generator. Tube inserts of load capacities other than those for which the APX
525 or 625 was configured may be permanently damaged if used with the incorrect
tube loading program. Consult Del Medical Imaging Corporation for additional
information. A list of compatible tubes is on page 128.
• Menu driven, soft button approach makes the APX very easy to learn
and gives maximum user flexibility
• Microprocessor control improves ease of use, reliability and
serviceability
• Two point technique selection mode utilizes Isowatt tube current
control, which provides the maximum mA at the selected combination
of kV and mAs for the shortest possible exposure times
• Operator has the ability to exercise traditional three factor control of
kV, mA, and time, in three point operational mode
• 30 kW output with APX 525 provides up to 500 mA and 40 kW output
with APX 625 provides up to 600 mA for motion stopping power
• Back lighted liquid crystal display is easy to read from almost any
angle or lighting condition
• Optional AEC mode
• Post reading mAs (in AEC mode) lets the technologist confirm
exposure and verify technique
• Built-in anode heat calculator automatically displays percentage of
heat units on anode
Power Levels
kW Rating 30 40
kV Range 40-125 40-125
mAs Range 1-500 1-600
Maximum mA 500 600
General features:
• Individual control of kV, mAs, mA and time with the availability of both
two and three point operating modes
• Liquid Crystal Display
• Closed loop kV stabilization
• Closed loop mA stabilization
• Automatic line voltage compensation
• Tube protection circuitry
• Space saving design for versatile installation
• Built-in anode heat calculator
• UL 187 Compliant
Power Requirements:
Options:
OPERATING MANUAL
Introduction
Turn the power switch of the APX 525 or 625 control to ON. This switch is
located on the left side of the operator control console
Within a few seconds, all control panel indicators will illuminate, and an audible tone
will sound during the Power-Up Self Test.
When this Self Test is completed, the display screen will default to the
predetermined mode of operation that was selected at the time of installation. The
system is now ready for use.
Rotational
Membrane Button Knob
(Typical)
Display
Expose
Button
Ready
Power
Button
Switch
MODE SELECTION
1. Depress and hold the button at the lower left corner of the display screen while
turning the generator ON. The default startup screen will appear as the
generator is in its power up sequence.
2. You may now select the default settings for the following parameters:
3. To exit this screen and save your changes, press <exit>. The generator will
now complete its power up sequence and default to your new settings.
Multi-function Buttons
Each multi-function button is defined on the central display screen. An undefined
button will have no effect when pressed. Pressing a defined button will either toggle
through a choice of options or allow a technique factor to be modified by the
increment or decrement buttons.
Specific details on each menu will be defined in the appropriate sections of this
manual.
Caution: The following procedures will produce X-rays. Operating personnel should
take precautions to ensure their personal safety and the safety of others in close
proximity. Minimum precautions are as follows:
MANUAL MODE
The Manual operation mode lets you custom set the technique parameters for:
• kV (all modes)
• mAs (two point only)
• Time (three point only)
• mA (three point only)
• Focal spot (Large or Small)
• Image receptor (Table, Wall, or None)
To modify any of these factors, press the multi-function button closest to the name of
that factor. If the function is kV, mAs, or exposure TIME, you can then change the
displayed value with the rotational knob. For FOCAL SPOT or IMAGE RECEPTOR,
press the associated button to toggle through the available selections. You can
modify any factor by pressing its multi-function button and continuing as above. (For
exposure procedures see Prep and Expose.)
AEC MODE
The Universal Automatic Exposure Control, if installed, can be activated by pressing
the <AEC> mode button.
When you select AEC, the following parameters are not displayed:
Pre-programmed kV and Back-up mAs values will be displayed. The mAs value
must be set by the operator, using the rotational knob, and it should be about 2 to 3
times the expected mAs for the selected kV. Any technique parameter may be
individually changed in the same manner as described previously.
You can access the various chamber field combinations by toggling the
multi-function button adjacent to the field display on the screen.
Film Screen Select gives you a choice of two different film-screen combinations.
The film-screen speeds may vary by site and are calibrated to the technologist's
preference during the installation. The other film-screen is select by pressing the
associated multi-function button.
Density refers to the optical density on the finished radiograph. You can select
changes in density, ranging from minus 50% to plus 50%, by pressing the
associated multi- function button and turning the knob to select the desired density.
(For exposure procedures see Prep and Expose.) Once the exposure is complete,
the display will indicate the actual mAs and elapsed time of the exposure.
APR MODE
UPPER CERVICAL
EXTREMITY AP MODE SPINE
LOWER LUMBAR
EXTREMITY SELECT SPINE
PELVIS ANATOMICAL REGION CHEST &
& HIP THORAX
ABDOMEN SKULL &
KUB FACIAL
(MANUAL MODE
SYMBOL)
AP OR PA RIB ABOVE
CHEST DIAPHRAM
LATERAL RIB BELOW
CHEST CHEST & THORAX DIAPHRAM
AP SELECT A VIEW STERNUM
T - SPINE RAO
LATERAL STERNUM
T - SPINE LAT
(APR MODE (MANUAL MODE
SELECTION) SYMBOL)
SAVE
125 kV 350 mA 70 ms TECH
(RECEPTOR
SELECTION) 24 mAs
(FOCAL SPOT
SELECTION) CHEST & THORAX
(PATIENT AP OR PA CHEST
THICKNESS)
(PATIENT SIZE
SELECTION) ANODE HEAT 0%
The APR mode is designed to operate using the 3 point mode of operation only, but
it can also be used in conjunction with the Del Medical Imaging AEC module. The
basic operating characteristics for AEC in the APR mode are the same as has
already been discussed in the AEC description.
The APX generator may also be programmed so that an operator can permanently
save any APR technique using the SAVE TECH button, which will appear in the
uppermost right hand corner of the screen, if the feature has been enabled.
Fault Indications
If a fault occurs in your system you will get a fault condition message on your
screen. Three types of fault conditions can generate a message:
• X-ray generator
• Exposure button
• AEC related errors
To reset any fault condition, press the button adjacent to <RESET> on the screen.
However, some faults may require servicing of the equipment.
• mA-FAULT
• kV-FAULT
• COMMUNICATION FAULT
Repeated instances of the above error messages will require that you discontinue
use of the generator and notify service personnel. These messages indicate that the
equipment should be inspected and serviced by authorized personnel only.
Specifications
GENERAL
208 VAC, 60 Hz., single phase, maximum
momentary current draw: 366 Amps
Input Power 240 VAC, 60 Hz., single phase, maximum
momentary current draw: 293 Amps
(Note: APX 625 operates only on
three phase) or
208 to 480 VAC, 60 Hz, three phase (consult
pre installation chapter for specific currents
APX 525: 60 kV, 500 mA, 100 mSec (50 mAs)
Maximum power technique
APX 625: 60 kV, 600 mA, 100 mSec (60 mAs)
Line regulation +/- 7 percent
Duty Cycle 1 Percent
kV Selection 40 to 125 kV in increments of 1 kV
Indicated value +/- (3 kV + 3 Percent of (Note
kV Accuracy
1) indicated value)
APX 525: 1→500 mAs, increments of 1.2 x
previous value
mAs Selection
APX 625: 1→600 mAs, increments of 1.2 x
previous value
Indicated value +/- (.6 mAs + 5 Percent of
mAs Accuracy1
indicated value)
mA Accuracy2 +/- (5mA + 5% of indicated value)
Time Selection2 10 milliseconds to 6 seconds, in 35 steps
Time Accuracy2 Indicated value +/- (15% + 5 mS)
Technique Factor Max Line 100 kV, Large Spot, 32 mAs
Current
Meets the requirements of 21 CFR
Regulatory
Sub-Chapter J.
1
On some combinations of kV and mAs there may be a single 2 millisecond kV
overshoot of up to 10% at the beginning of the exposure.
2
mA and Time may be specified by the operator in the 3 point mode only.
Note: In 2 point mode, at low kV and mAs (less than 5 mAs) the pre-indicated time
may vary from the actual time by 50%. Since the radiation output is determined by
kV and mAs only, the pre-indicated time has no direct effect on the actual exposure
dose.
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POWER MODULE
Power Rating 30 kilowatts or 40 kilowatts
Type High Frequency switch mode, Microprocessor Controlled
Kilovolt Range 40-125 kV
Maximum mAs 500 or 600
Minimum mAs 1.0
Maximum mA 500 or 600
Focal Spot Selection Operator Selectable Independent of Techniques (within Tube
Limits)
OPERATOR CONSOLE
mAs Increments Changes by factor of 1.2 per station
kV Increments 40 to 125 in one kV steps.
Time Increments 10 milliseconds to 6 seconds, in 35 steps
mA Increments 25 to 500 or 600mA in 12 steps
Fault Indicator For kV, mA, communications, operator termination of
exposure and AEC errors
Instantaneous Tube Any selectable technique will be within tube limits.
Limit
Anode Heat Calculator Displayed in percentage of tube heat capacity. Updated
in six second intervals.
AEC
Post Exposure Indicator Digital Readout of mAs
Film-Screen Selection Two Different Film-screen combinations
AEC Density Control 5 steps from 50% of original value to 150% of original
value
Fault Indicator For backup mAs and Generator Termination
COMPATIBILITY LISTING
The following certified components have been found to be compatible with the APX
525/625.
Component Weight
Control Console (with floor stand) 30 lbs. (14 kg)
Power Module 104 lbs. (47.3 kg)
High Tension Transformer (Single Tube) 128 lbs. (58 kg)
3 Phase Line Match Transformer 120 lbs. (55 kg)
Rack Cabinet with System Components Installed 500 lbs. (227 kg)
17.5''
444 mm
28"
711mm
19.5”
495mm
27''
686mm
26"
660mm
26"
660mm
9.5"
241mm 12"
305mm
Figure 41 – Rack Cabinet Center of Gravity
4.0"
101.6mm
2.75"
70mm
Ø .281" (4)
Ø 7.14mm (4)
Anti-Tip
36.5" Bracket
93cm
8.33"
21.1 cm
11.0"
28 cm
Pedestal Dimensions
D.H.H.S. COMPLIANCE
The UNIVERSAL APX 525/625 High Frequency x-ray generator and its associated
accessories are certified components conforming to all applicable radiation
performance standards as outlined by the Food and Drug Administration, Code of
Federal Regulations, Title 21, Subchapter J, at the time of manufacture.
Preventive Maintenance
In order to assure continued safe performance of this X-Ray equipment, a preventive
maintenance program MUST be established. It is the owner’s responsibility to
arrange for this required service.
Maintenance procedures for the APX 525/625 X-Ray Generator are required within
30 days after completion of the installation and every 6 months thereafter. Safe
equipment performance also requires the use of service personnel who are
specifically trained and experienced with medical x-ray apparatus. Applicable
preventive maintenance or any repair service should be performed only by these
skilled individuals.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
If a malfunction is suspected, turn the power off at the main line disconnect and have
a qualified service engineer inspect the equipment. Never open a component cover,
because potentially dangerous voltages are present.
Personnel engaged in maintenance activities should exercise normal caution and
care while working with electro-mechanical equipment. Before removing or opening
any electrical power panels or covers, verify that the incoming power supply is
turned OFF. In the event maintenance procedures require power to be supplied to
the unit, extreme care MUST be exercised to insure the safety of service and any
other personnel in the area. Always verify that the equipment is properly grounded
before attempting any electrical operation or adjustment.
Warning: The main SCR capacitor bank (located in the bottom of the Power
Module) contains a very high charge when power is applied. This charge is a fatal
shock hazard. After power has been disconnected from the system, with power off,
allow a minimum of five minutes for the capacitor bank to discharge. Check the
capacitor bank for zero volts with a DC voltmeter before working on any internal
circuitry.
Caution: Certain tests require the production of X-rays. Field personnel should take
precautions to ensure their personal safety and the safety of others in close
proximity. Minimum precautions are as follows:
a. Wear lead aprons
b. Personnel remaining in the X-ray room during exposure should be behind a
lead shield
c. Minimize radiation scatter through doorways, walls and floor
Item Explanation
Calibration Verify the accuracy of kilovoltage, milliamp seconds, and
milliamperes. Calibrate as necessary.
Relays Inspect electromechanical contactors and relays for pitting,
poor contact, loose or missing parts. Replace if necessary.
High Voltage a. Check transformer oil level. Proper oil level should be at
Transformer least ¾” (19mm) from the top of the circuit board but not
above the board. To replenish transformer oil, fill with
Diala-AX oil only.
b. Check electrical and mechanical connections of the
transformer. Clean and tighten as necessary.
High Voltage Inspect high voltage cable bushings at the transformer and
Cables rotating anode tube for signs of carbonization, tracking and
moisture. Replace the vapor proof compound every six
months.
Audible & Visual Confirm that the audible indicator which indicates an X-ray
Exposure exposure, and the visual indicator, which indicates the
Indicators production of X-rays, are both functioning correctly.
PRE-INSTALLATION
Pre-Installation Planning
WIRING REQUIREMENTS
Caution: Generator performance will be impaired if additional circuitry
is powered by the same incoming line. There are no accessory power
provisions within the generator. Attempts to attach accessory items
such as wall holders, collimator, tubestands or table power sources to
NOTE: The minimum wire sizes listed above have been selected for the maximum
wire resistance allowed at maximum momentary full load current. To meet National
Electric Code Specifications, you must select a wire type having an amperage rating
of at least 50% of the generator’s peak current demand. Rating also applies to the
selection of fuses or circuit breakers.
The installer must now ensure that the configuration is accurate and that the
correct parts have been received.
All wiring up to the APX 525/625 power module input terminals is to be furnished by
the customer.
All electrical wiring must conform to state and/or local electrical codes. Aluminum
wire is unacceptable for use in wiring.
Note:
The minimum voltage measured at the input terminals of the power module
must not fall below 224 VAC during any exposure.
Grounding
The part number of the single phase line matching transformer that must be installed
with these generators is: 636-0021P2. This transformer is included in kit # 112-
0612G4.
DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER
1 2
3 1 4
CABLE CABLE
#126-0211G1 #126-0214G2
2 COND. 16 AWG 3 COND. #6 AWG
POWER MODULE
Tools Required:
• Pliers
• Electrical Tape
• Ratchet Wrench
• 12” Socket Extension
• 7/16” Socket
• ½ “ Socket
• Diagonal Cutters (Side Cutters)
• Large Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Small Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Wire Strippers
3. Unscrew four inline-transformer mounting bolts and washers (1) and save
for later use.
2 (x4)
5. Remove main cable (P/N 126-0214G2) from in-line transformer kit. Note
that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than on the other end.
7. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack
inside the cabinet for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on
the cabinet’s floor as shown in Figure 5.
2
Figure 4. Main Cable Insertion
Ground
Stud
11. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack
inside the cabinet for the cable to reach all wires on the transformer.
1 (x2) 2
Figure 7. Secondary Cable Insertion
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Warning: Make sure that main power source disconnect is turned off
and tagged “Machine is Being Serviced” before doing the following
steps. You may get fatally shocked if you do not.
13. Turn off main power disconnect switch for generator’s outside power
source.
14. Prepare main power cable for installation. This cable is customer
supplied. For the generator end of the cable, the outer insulation should
be stripped back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire to be exposed. Each
internal wire should have about ½” (12mm) of insulation stripped from
each end. Also, the ground wire of the cable should be fitted with an eyelet
with a ¼” [7mm] I.D. clearance hole as shown below.
12” (30mm)
1/2” (12mm)
15. Connect main power cable to local source according to local electrical
safety standards.
17. Insert the end of the main power cable (2) into the stress relief clamp and
into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside the
cabinet for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on the
cabinet’s floor as shown in Figure 10.
Ground
Stud
19. Unscrew two rear cover screws (1 in Fig. 11) and remove rear cover (2).
1
Figure 11. Rear Cover
20. Loosen two stress relief clamp screws (1 Fig. 12).
21. Insert the end of the main cable (2) (P/N 126-0214G2) into the stress
relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief
clamp as shown in Figure 12.
23. Connect white and black wires to corresponding black and white terminals
on TB1 as shown below.
2
TB1
Figure 12. Main Cable Upper Connections
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26. Insert the end of the secondary cable (2) (P/N 126-0211G1) into the
stress relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the
stress relief clamp as shown in Figure 13.
28. Connect white and black wires to TB2 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
1
TB2
2
30. Connect one of incoming 208 VAC power lines to lead #1 on in-line
transformer with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below. Do not
wrap connection with tape yet.
31. Connect other incoming 208 VAC power line to lead #2 on in-line
transformer with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below. Securely
wrap connection with electrical tape.
32. Connect lead #1 on line matching transformer to white wires from cables
126-0214G2 and 126-0211G1 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure
14 below. Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
33. Connect lead #3 on line matching transformer to black wire from cable
126-0211G1 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below.
Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
34. Connect lead #4 on line matching transformer to black wire from cable
126-0214G2 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below.
Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
35. Connect green ground eyelet from cable 126-0214G2 and green ground
eyelet from incoming power line to ground lug as shown in Figure 14
below.
Procedure is Complete.
Lead #1
Lead #4
Lead #2
Lead #3
Ground Eyelets
Figure 14. Transformer Connections
Tools Required:
• Pliers
• Electrical Tape
• Ratchet Wrench
• 12” Socket Extension
• 7/16” Socket
• ½ “ Socket
• Diagonal Cutters (Side Cutters)
• Large Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Small Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Wire Strippers
3. Unscrew four inline-transformer mounting bolts and washers (1) and save
for later use.
2 (x4)
5. Remove main cable (P/N 126-0214G2) from in-line transformer kit. Note
that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than on the other end.
7. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack
inside the cabinet for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on
the cabinet’s floor as shown in Figure 5.
2
Figure 4. Main Cable Insertion
Ground
Stud
11. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack
inside the cabinet for the cable to reach all wires on the transformer.
1 (x2) 2
Figure 7. Secondary Cable Insertion
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Warning: Make sure that main power source disconnect is turned off
and tagged “Machine is Being Serviced” before doing the following
steps. You may get fatally shocked if you do not.
13. Turn off main power disconnect switch for generator’s outside power
source.
14. Prepare main power cable for installation. This cable is customer
supplied. For the generator end of the cable, the outer insulation should
be stripped back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire to be exposed. Each
internal wire should have about ½” (12mm) of insulation stripped from
each end. Also, the ground wire of the cable should be fitted with an eyelet
with a ¼” [7mm] I.D. clearance hole as shown below.
12” (30mm)
1/2” (12mm)
15. Connect main power cable to local source according to local electrical
safety standards.
17. Insert the end of the main power cable (2) into the stress relief clamp and
into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside the
cabinet for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on the
cabinet’s floor as shown in Figure 10.
Ground
Stud
19. Unscrew two rear cover screws (1 in Fig. 11) and remove rear cover (2).
1
Figure 11. Rear Cover
20. Loosen two stress relief clamp screws (1 Fig. 11).
21. Insert the end of the main cable (2) (P/N 126-0214G2) into the stress
relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief
clamp as shown in Figure 12.
23. Connect white and black wires to corresponding black and white terminals
on TB1 as shown below.
2
TB1
Figure 12. Main Cable Upper Connections
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26. Insert the end of the secondary cable (2) (P/N 126-0211G1) into the
stress relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the
stress relief clamp as shown in Figure 13.
28. Connect white and black wires to TB2 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
1
TB2
2
30. Connect one of incoming incoming 240 VAC power lines to lead # 1 on in-
line transformer with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below. Do
not wrap connection with tape yet.
31. Connect other incoming incoming 240 VAC power line to lead # 3 on in-
line transformer with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below. Do
not wrap connection with tape yet.
32. Wrap end of lead #2 with electrical tape to securely insulate it. This lead
will not be used
33. Connect lead #1 on line matching transformer to white wires from cables
126-0214G2 and 126-0211G1 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure
14 below. Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
34. Connect lead #3 on line matching transformer to black wire from cable
126-0211G1 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below.
Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
35. Connect lead #4 on line matching transformer to black wire from cable
126-0214G2 with Burndy connector as shown in Figure 14 below.
Securely wrap connection with electrical tape.
36. Connect green ground eyelet from cable 126-0214G2 and green ground
eyelet from incoming power line to ground lug as shown in Figure 14
below.
Procedure is Complete.
Lead #1
Lead #4
Lead #2
Lead #3
Ground Eyelets
Figure 14. Transformer Connections
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40 kW, three phase versions of the APX625 generators may also be operated on
208 VAC, three phase, with one safety ground and no neutral. However, this
power configuration requires a special line matching transformer. The part number
for this transformer is 636-0070P1. This transformer is included in kit #112-
0612G11. Information about this kit starts on page 53.
Brackets
Optional
*Note
If the voltage at tap #6 exceeds 290 volts as actually measured, the
machine will not work properly. In this case, use Tap #5 (260V)
instead.
DISTRIBUTION
TRANSFORMER
DISCONNECT
AND FUSES
CUSTOMER PROVIDED
WIRING:
3 AC CONDUCTORS AND
1 GROUND
LINE MATCHING
TRANSFORMER
636-5010P1
4 4 6 6 6
CABLE CABLE
#126-0211G1 #126-0208G1
2 COND. #16 AWG 4 COND. 10 AWG
POWER MODULE
*Note
If the voltage at tap #6 exceeds 290 volts as actually measured, the
machine will not work properly. In this case, use Tap #5 (260V)
instead.
Single Phase
Output to
TB1
280 V 280 V
260 V 260 V
240 V 240 V
208 V 208 V
Three Phase 190 V 190 V Three Phase
Output to Output to
TB1 TB1
190 V
208 V
240 V
260 V
Three Phase
Output to 280 V
TB1
DISTRIBUTION
TRANSFORMER
DISCONNECT
AND FUSES
CUSTOMER PROVIDED
WIRING:
3 AC CONDUCTORS AND
1 GROUND
LINE MATCHING
TRANSFORMER
636-0070P1
4 4 6 6 6
CABLE CABLE
#126-0211G1 #126-0208G1
2 COND. #16 AWG 4 COND. 10 AWG
POWER MODULE
Note
This procedure is NOT for 208 VAC 40 kW applications. That procedure
starts on page 83.
Tools Required:
• Ratchet Wrench
• 12” Socket Extension
• 7/16” Socket
• ½ “ Socket
• Diagonal Cutters (Side Cutters)
• Large Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Small Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Wire Strippers
1 4
7. Reposition high-tension transformer (3) and secure in place with bracket (4)
and two bolts.
4 1 2 (x4)
Note
In the following steps, you have to remove select insulators (1 in Fig. 4) and
connect Burndy connectors (2) to select tabs of the in-line transformer. Make
sure that each Burndy connector is connected to each tab exactly as shown in
Figure 4.
2 (Typical)
1 (Typical)
9. Connect Burndy connectors to all 208 & 280 VAC tabs and two left 240 tabs
as shown in Figure 5.
10. Remove main cable (P/N 126-0208G1) from in-line transformer kit. This cable
has four wires. Note that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than
the other end.
12. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable to reach all tabs on the transformer.
4 1, 2 & 3
16. Remove secondary cable (P/N 126-0211G1) from in-line transformer kit. This
cable has two wires. Note that the wires on one end of the cable are longer
than the other end.
18. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable to reach all tabs on the transformer.
2
1 (x2)
20. Connect white and black wires (1 & 2 in Fig. 10) to 240 VAC Burndies on
transformer as shown below. It does not matter which color wire goes in
which position. Securely wrap each Burndy connection with electrical tape.
1&2
21. Unscrew two rear cover screws (1 in Fig. 11) and remove rear cover (2).
1
Figure 11. Rear Cover
22. Loosen two stress relief clamp screws (1 Fig. 12).
23. Insert the end of the main cable (2) (P/N 126-0208G1) into the stress relief
clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief clamp as
shown in Figure 12.
25. Connect red, white and black wires to TB1 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
3
1
2
TB1
Figure 12. Main Cable Upper Connections
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28. Insert the end of the secondary cable (2) (P/N 126-0211G1) into the stress
relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief
clamp as shown in Figure 13.
30. Connect white and black wires to TB2 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
1
TB2
2
Warning: Make sure that main power source disconnect is turned off
and tagged “Machine is Being Serviced” before doing the following
steps. You may get fatally shocked if you do not.
37. Turn off main power disconnect switch for generator’s outside power
source.
38. Prepare main power cable for installation. This cable is customer
supplied. For the generator end of the cable, the outer insulation should
be stripped back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire to be exposed. Each
internal wire should have about ½” (12mm) of insulation stripped from
each end. Also, the ground wire of the cable should be fitted with an eyelet
with a ¼” [7mm] I.D. clearance hole as shown below.
12” (30mm)
1/2” (12mm)
32. Connect main power cable to local source according to local electrical safety
standards.
34. Insert the end of the main power cable (2) into the stress relief clamp and
into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside the cabinet
for the cable wires to reach all tabs on the transformer. The outer insulation
on the cable should be stripped back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire
exposed. Each internal wire should have about ½” (10mm) of insulation
stripped from each end.
36. Connect red, white and black wires from main cable to 208 VAC Burndies on
in-line transformer. It does not matter which color wire goes in which position.
Securely wrap each Burndy connection with electrical tape.
38. Attach shield (1 in Fig. 15) with two bolts and nuts (2).
1
Figure 15. Shield Installation (Some Parts Shown Removed for Clarity)
Procedure is Complete.
CONNECTING 480 VAC THREE PHASE POWER (30 kW & 40KW) (636-5010P1
TRANSFORMER)
Note
This procedure is NOT for 208 VAC 40 kW applications. That procedure
starts on page 83.
Tools Required:
• Ratchet Wrench
• 12” Socket Extension
• 7/16” Socket
• ½ “ Socket
• Diagonal Cutters (Side Cutters)
• Large Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Small Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Wire Strippers
1 4
7. Reposition high-tension transformer (3) and secure in place with bracket (4)
and two bolts.
4 1 2 (x4)
Note
In the following steps, you have to remove select insulators (1 in Fig. 4) and
connect Burndy connectors (2) to select tabs of the in-line transformer. Make
sure that each Burndy connector is connected to each tab exactly as shown in
Figure 4.
2 (Typical)
1 (Typical)
9. Connect Burndy connectors to all 480 & 280 VAC tabs and two left 240 tabs
as shown in Figure 5.
10. Remove main cable (P/N 126-0208G1) from in-line transformer kit. This cable
has four wires. Note that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than
the other end.
12. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable to reach all tabs on the transformer.
4
1, 2 & 3
16. Remove secondary cable (P/N 126-0211G1) from in-line transformer kit. This
cable has two wires. Note that the wires on one end of the cable are longer
than the other end.
18. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable to reach all tabs on the transformer.
2
1 (x2)
20. Connect white and black wires (1 & 2 in Fig. 10) to 240 VAC Burndies on
transformer as shown below. It does not matter which color wire goes in
which position. Securely wrap each Burndy connection with electrical tape.
1&2
21. Unscrew two rear cover screws (1 in Fig. 11) and remove rear cover (2).
1
Figure 11. Rear Cover
22. Loosen two stress relief clamp screws (1 Fig. 12).
23. Insert the end of the main cable (2) (P/N 126-0208G1) into the stress relief
clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief clamp as
shown in Figure 12.
25. Connect red, white and black wires to TB1 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
3
1
2
TB1
Figure 12. Main Cable Upper Connections
28. Insert the end of the secondary cable (2) (P/N 126-0211G1) into the stress
relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief
clamp as shown in Figure 13.
30. Connect white and black wires to TB2 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
1
TB2
2
Warning: Make sure that main power source disconnect is turned off
and tagged “Machine is Being Serviced” before doing the following
steps. You may get fatally shocked if you do not.
32. Turn off main power disconnect switch to generator from local source.
33. Turn off main power disconnect switch for generator’s outside power source.
34. Prepare main power cable for installation. This cable is customer supplied.
For the generator end of the cable, the outer insulation should be stripped
back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire to be exposed. Each internal wire
should have about ½” (12mm) of insulation stripped from each end. Also, the
ground wire of the cable should be fitted with an eyelet with a ¼” [7mm] I.D.
clearance hole as shown below.
12” (30mm)
1/2” (12mm)
35. Connect main power cable to local source according to local electrical safety
standards.
37. Insert the end of the main power cable into the stress relief clamp and into
the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside the cabinet for
the cable wires to reach all tabs on the transformer. The outer insulation on
the cable should be stripped back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire
exposed. Each internal wire should have about ½” (10mm) of insulation
stripped from each end.
39. Connect red, white and black wires (1,2 & 3 in Fig. 15) from main cable to 480
VAC Burndies on in-line transformer as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position. Securely wrap each Burndy
connection with electrical tape.
1, 2 & 3
41. Attach shield (1 in Fig. 16) with two bolts and nuts (2).
1
Figure 16. Shield Installation (Some Parts Shown Removed for Clarity)
Procedure is Complete.
Tools Required:
• Electrical Tape
• Pliers
• Ratchet Wrench
• 12” Socket Extension
• 7/16” Socket
• ½ “ Socket
• Diagonal Cutters (Side Cutters)
• Large Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Small Flat-Tip Screwdriver
• Medium Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Wire Strippers
3. Unscrew four inline-transformer mounting bolts and washers (1) and save for
later use.
2 (x4) 1
5. Remove main cable (P/N 126-0208G1) from in-line transformer kit. This cable
has four wires. Note that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than
the other end.
7. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on the
cabinet’s floor as shown in Figure 5.
Ground
Stud
Figure 6. Ground Stud
9. Remove secondary cable (P/N 126-0211G1) from in-line transformer kit. Note
that the wires on one end of the cable are longer than the other end.
11. Insert the end of the cable with the longer wires (2) into the stress relief
clamp and into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside
the cabinet for the cable to reach all wires on the transformer.
1 (x2) 2
Figure 8. Secondary Cable Insertion
13. Unscrew two rear cover screws (1 in Fig. 9) and remove rear cover (2).
1
Figure 9. Rear Cover
14. Loosen two stress relief clamp screws (1 Fig. 10).
15. Insert the end of the main cable (2) (P/N 126-0208G1) into the stress relief
clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief clamp as
shown in Figure 10.
17. Connect red, white and black wires to corresponding red, black and white
terminals on TB1 as shown below.
TB1 2
Figure 10. Main Cable Upper Connections
20. Insert the end of the secondary cable (2) (P/N 126-0211G1) into the stress
relief clamp until the black insulation on the cable is within the stress relief
clamp as shown in Figure 11.
22. Connect white and black wires to TB2 as shown below. It does not matter
which color wire goes in which position.
TB 2
1
2
Warning: Make sure that main power source disconnect is turned off
and tagged “Machine is Being Serviced” before doing the following
steps. You may get fatally shocked if you do not.
24. Turn off main power disconnect switch for generator’s outside power source.
25. Prepare main power cable for installation. This cable is customer supplied.
For the generator end of the cable, the outer insulation should be stripped
back to allow 12” (30cm) of internal wire to be exposed. Each internal wire
should have about ½” (12mm) of insulation stripped from each end. Also, the
ground wire of the cable should be fitted with an eyelet with a ¼” [7mm] I.D.
clearance hole as shown below.
12” (30mm)
1/2” (12mm)
26. Connect main power cable to local source according to local electrical safety
standards.
28. Insert the end of the main power cable (2) into the stress relief clamp and
into the generator cabinet until there is enough wire slack inside the cabinet
for the cable’s ground wire to reach the ground stud on the cabinet’s floor as
shown in Figure 14.
Ground
Stud
30. Connect ground wire from cable (P/N 126-0208G1) to lug (1 in Fig. 15).
1
Figure 15. Main Cable Ground
31. Connect red, white and black wires (1,2 & 3 in Fig. 16) from cable (P/N 126-
0208G1) to Tap wire #6 on all three coils of transformer with Burndy
connectors as shown below. It does not matter which color wire goes in which
position. Securely wrap each Burndy connector with electrical tape.
32. Connect black and white wires (1 & 2 in Fig. 17) from cable (P/N 126-
0211G1) to Tap wire #4 on any two coils of transformer with Burndy
connectors as shown below. It does not matter which color wire goes in which
position. Securely wrap each Burndy connector with electrical tape.
34. Connect red, white and black wires (1,2 & 3 in Fig. 19) from power cable to
Tap wire #3 on all three coils of transformer with Burndy connectors as shown
below. It does not matter which color wire goes in which position. Securely
wrap each Burndy connector with electrical tape.
1
2
35. Thoroughly insulate unused tap wires on transformer with electrical tape.
Procedure is Complete.
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MAIN POWER AUX. POWER TABLE Cable Index
DISCONNECT DISCONNECT
1 8 10
ELECTRIC WALL STAND
LOCK SUPPLY
11
LINE MATCH 9 COLLIMATOR WALL
TRANSFORMER POWER RECEPTOR /
SUPPLY BUCKY
2 3
12 TABLE
13 RECEPTOR /
21
BUCKY
POWER
MODULE
22 TUBE 1
COLLIMATOR
14 WALL ION
AEC CHASSIS CHAMBER
6,
15
TABLE ION
CHAMBER
16
17 HV
TRANSFORMER
20
X-RAY TUBE 1
18
19
4
5
OPERATOR
CONTROL
Cable Index
Cable # Description Length Part Number
1 Main Power (not supplied)
High Power Line Match to Power
2 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0214G2
Module – Single Phase
High Power Line Match to Power
2 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0208G2
Module – Three Phase
Low Power Line Match to Power
3 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0211G1
Module
4 Operator Control Cable 45 feet (13.7 m) 126-5174G1
5 AEC Control Cable 45 feet (13.7 m) 126-5178G1
6 AEC Interface Cable 10 feet (3.0 m) 126-0204G1
7 Table Power (not supplied)
8 Electric Lock Power (not supplied)
9 Collimator Power (not supplied)
10 Wall Stand Power 40 feet (12.2 m) 4465-0118
(supplied with
11 Wall Cassette Size Sense Cable 40 feet (12.2 m)
collimator)
Table Cassette Size Sense (supplied with
12 40 feet (12.2 m)
Cable collimator)
(supplied with
13 Collimator Control Cable 40 feet (12.2 m)
collimator)
(supplied with
14 Wall Ion Chamber Cable 45 feet (13.7 m)
ion chamber)
(supplied with
15 Table Ion Chamber Cable 45 feet (13.7 m)
ion chamber)
(supplied with
16 Stator Cable 40 feet (12.2 m)
x-ray tube)
17 kV/mA Feedback Cable 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0177G1
18 HV Primary Cable 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0179G1
19 Filament Cable 8 feet (2.4 m) 126-0178G1
20 High Tension Cables (two) (Specify length)
21 Wall Bucky Cable 20 feet (6.1 m) 5500-2299
22 Table Bucky Cable 20 feet (6.1 m) 5500-2399
28.45” 23.5”
723mm 597mm
16.5”
419mm
19.5”
495mm
25.11”
638mm
Modifications
AEC Device
INSTALLATION
RACK MOUNTED APX 525/625 X-RAY GENERATOR
Warning: The main SCR capacitor bank (bottom of power module) contains a very
high charge when power is applied. This charge is a fatal shock hazard. After power
has been disconnected from the system, either by line disconnect or control console
power off, allow a minimum of five minutes for capacitor bank bleed down. Check
capacitor bank for zero volts with a dc voltmeter before working on any internal
circuitry.
Note: The UNIVERSAL APX 525/625 X-ray generator requires a dedicated input line.
GENERATOR INTERCONNECTIONS
Power Module
Exposure Interlocks
Each interlock switch must be an isolated set of contacts which closes in the exposure
“Go” condition.
If no door or collimator interlocks are present, wire jumpers must be added to TB1 to
allow an exposure.
TB6-1
TB2-1
TB2-3
Filament Connections
Stator Connections
TB3 - 1 Phase (08)
TB3 - 2 Main (07)
TB3 - 3 Common (09)
TB3 - 4 Thermal Switch *
TB3 - 5 Thermal Switch Common *
*An isolated, normally closed set of contacts, mounted on the tube housing, which
opens if the housing is beyond normal operating temperatures.
If no housing thermal switch is present, a jumper must be placed across TB3-4 and
TB3-5 to allow an exposure.
Progeny
Connection Signal L/F 8000 L/F 8000 Villa
(older models)
L/F 9000
Wall Select 117VAC
TB4-1 3 B3 7
(Switched)
TB4-2 Wall Feedback 2 B2 12
Note: For 120 VAC operation the Villa Bucky requires a jumper to be installed
between terminals 1 and 6).
If installing a grid cabinet or wall cassette holder, or if no wall image receptor will be
employed, you must place a jumper between TB4-4 and TB4-2 to enable exposures
when the wall device is selected.
Progeny
Connection Signal L/F 8000 L/F 8000 Villa
(older models)
L/F 9000
Table Select 117VAC
TB5-1 3 B3 7
(Switched)
TB5-2 Table Feedback 2 B2 12
Note: For 120 VAC operation the Villa Bucky requires a jumper to be installed
between terminals 1 and 6).
If a grid cabinet or no image receptor will be employed, you must place a jumper
between TB5-4 and TB5-2 in order to allow exposures.
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS
Warning: The main SCR capacitor bank (bottom of power module) contains a very
high charge when power is applied. The charge is a fatal shock hazard. After the
power has been disconnected from the system, either by line disconnect or by the
control console being turned off, allow a minimum of five minutes for the capacitor
bank to discharge. Check the capacitor bank for zero volts with a DC voltmeter before
working on any internal circuitry.
Warning: The following procedures will produce x-rays. Operating personnel should
take precautions to ensure their personal safety and the safety of others in close
proximity. Minimum precautions are as follows:
a) Wear lead aprons
b) Personnel remaining in the X-ray room during exposure should be behind a
lead shield
c) Minimize radiation scatter through doorways, walls and floor
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Pictorial Diagrams
Diagram Figure
Number
Bottom Chassis Assembly 49
Power Module 50
Power Module Front Panel 51
Power Module Top View 52
Power Module Inner Rear Panel 53
Inverter 54
Power Supply Board 55
Mother Board 56
I/O Board 57
Relay Control Board 58
kV Regulator 59
Logic Board 60
mAs Regulator Board 61
Data Board 62
Ma/Rotor Board 63
P1
C3
Autotransformer
Inverter Power (T1)
Supply
Capacitors
Operator Console
C2 (Bottom) Power Supply
Transformer (T2)
Right Side
I/O Board
Power
Supply
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1. – Auxilliary
2. – mA/Rotor
3. – mAs Regulator
4. – Data
5. – kV Regulator
6. – Logic
CR20 –
Exposure
R65 –
SCR Hold
off Time
SCR Drive 1
SCR Drive 2
+25 VDC
R77 – kV TP1 – kV
Adjustment Reference
(Top of board)
Figure 59 - kV Regulator
CR3 – Table
Bucky Feedback CR2 – Filament
Fault
kV Above
75% (Low)
from kV
Board
(R50&R51
junction)
CR9 – Ready
Output to
Control
Rotor OK
(Low)
(R26&R27
CR8 – X-Ray junction)
Signal in from
Memory Bd.
(Top of board)
GND Test
Point
Exposure
Start (high) mA IN (TP5)
(TP1)
mAs Adjust
(Short time)
mAs Adjust
GND Test
Point
Top of Board
Boost / Run Time
Adjust (R29)
U23 pin 10 –
Filament
Protection
Adjustment test
point
mA Fault Adjust
(R57)
(Filament
Protection)
Tube 1 Small
Spot Preheat
(R70)
mA Adjust (R63)
Tube 2 Small
Spot Preheat
(R71)
Tube 1 Large
Spot Preheat
(R72)
Tube 2 Large
Spot Preheat
(R73)
R65
Warning: Lethal voltages are present on the large filter capacitors in this unit.
Exercise extreme caution when working near the long copper bus bars attached to the
six large capacitors in the base of the power module. Always verify with a dc voltmeter
that the capacitors are discharged before attempting any service in this area.
Warning: The large commutating capacitors mounted to the left on the rear panel of
the power module will remain charged even when the power to the unit is turned off.
Caution: Failure to correctly program the default system configuration file may
damage components in the high voltage circuit and x-ray tube.
• kV meter
• Digital Multimeter
• Storage oscilloscope
• Dynalyzer™
• Visually inspect transformer for signs of oil leaks or dents which would
decrease internal component spacing
• Check the oil level in the transformer and insure that it is within ¾”
(19mm) from the top of the circuit board but not above the board
• Check that the metal strap is in place between P1 A and P2 C and that
the nuts are tightened
• Check for loose connections at the transformer terminals
• Check that circuit boards are securely fastened in place and that board
connectors are properly aligned
• Check that all electrical components are mounted securely
• Inspect electrical connections for signs of looseness or oxidation. Pay
careful attention to power and commutating capacitors as well as
incoming power supply connections
• Connect one lead of an ohmmeter to chassis ground. Check for an
open circuit condition at the following points:
a. TB1 and TB2 line terminal contacts
b. Inverter fuse
c. Both Sides of capacitors
d. Heat sinks on inverter
e. SCR gate leads
Inspection of Controller
Operational Testing
c. The +5 volt, +12 volt, and -12 volt LED's will light on the power module
mother board
8. Connect the negative lead of a D.V.M. to the ground test point (TP12) on the
mother board. Check for the following voltages on the mother board:
a. TP8 = +12 VDC +/- 5%
b. TP18 = +5 VDC +/ - 5%
c. TP17 = -12 VDC +/ - 5%
9. On the Power supply board observe the voltage at the F3 fuse clip nearest
C19 with respect to the mother board ground. This value should be between
+40 VAC and +50 VAC.
11. Confirm the voltage of the capacitor bank falls to a safe level before
proceeding
Warning: The inverter capacitor bank will hold a charge after the unit is turned off. A
discharge circuit is employed to deplete this charge. However, always confirm with a
dc voltmeter that the capacitors are discharged.
12. Return fuse "F3" to its place on the power supply board
Caution
DO NOT install the Main Inverter Fuse
at this time
Note: Steps fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, and eighteen will confirm various
relay operations.
14. Press the Expose switch only. Observe the K1 relay on the mother board
energize. Release the Expose switch
16. Set the control to change “mA”. There are three commutating relays located
on the inner rear wall of the power module, two on the rear panel and K1 on
the inverter assembly. Notice the state of these relays in accordance with the
table below as "mA” is decreased
Note: Relay selection is X-Ray dependent. Actual relay combinations will vary
depending on the type of x-ray tube used in the unit. The following table is for a
30kW unit fitted with a Toshiba UX-51H42 X-Ray tube. Visual confirmation of
individual relay operation, not combination, is the goal of the following steps.
17. Select small focus, verify that K11 on the I/O board is energized
18. Select large focus, verify that K11 on the I/O board is de-energized
19. Turn power "OFF"
20. Reconnect stator cable
21. Reconnect filament cable
22. Reconnect high voltage primary cable
23. After ensuring that no voltage is present on the capacitor bank, replace
the inverter fuse F1
The installer must program default system configuration in the following manner:
1. Depress and hold the second button from the lower left corner of the display
screen while turning the generator ON.
2. Enter the Dealer Password, using the buttons above the display to highlight the
characters, and by adjusting their numeric values with the rotational knob.
3. The default startup screen will appear as the generator is in its power up
sequence.
4. You may now select the default settings for the following parameters:
Power Derating
At this step, you must decide if the APX 525/625 Generator will operate at full
rated output. If the unit is to be installed on a less than ideal power line, it will
be necessary to derate the output power. Pressing the Power % Level button
will toggle through the available range of derating percentages.
Derating the generator will reduce the mA output during the exposure in the 2
point mode. The effect will be longer exposure times. kV will not be affected.
In the 3 point mode, derating will lower the allowable kilowatt product, which
will limit the operator’s available technique selections. When a satisfactory
power line is connected to the generator, the programmed power level can be
increased accordingly.
Note: If your desired tube is not on the tube list, contact Del Medical Imaging
Technical Support for assistance.
5. Press <exit> key to save changes and allow control to finish the power up
sequence
1. Depress and hold first key from left on lower side of display window and turn
generator power ON. The console will now display the default user setup
screen.
Warning: The main SCR capacitor bank (bottom of power module) contains a very
high charge even after power is turned off. The charge is a fatal shock hazard. After
power has been disconnected from the system, either by turning the line disconnect or
the control console switch off, allow a minimum of five minutes for capacitor bank to
discharge. Check the voltage across the capacitor bank for zero volts with a DC
voltmeter before working inside the power module.
Warning: The following procedures will produce x-rays. Operating personnel should
take precautions to ensure their personal safety and the safety of others in close
proximity. Minimum precautions are as follows:
a. Wear lead aprons.
b. Personnel remaining in the X-ray room during exposure should be behind a
lead shield.
c. Minimize radiation scatter through doorways, walls and floor.
Connect a Dynalyzer™, equipped with a digital display unit, in-line with the anode
and cathode high voltage cables, between the high voltage transformer and the x -
ray tube.
If you do not have a digital display unit for the Dynalyzer™, all measurements must
be made with a storage oscilloscope, connected to the Dynalyzer™ as specified in
the calibration instructions. However, the storage oscilloscope is always required for
several portions of the calibration procedure, including the measurement of kV
waveforms for wave shape, quality, and anode to cathode voltage balance, as well
as the calibration of tube current and filament preheat accuracy.
Instructions for performing field calibration of the APX 525/625 generator when no
Dynalyzer™ is available may be found later in this section, in Alternate Calibration
Procedure.
If you do not have a digital display, you can make mAs measurements by inserting a
mAs meter in series with the mA+ feedback signal wire.
Warning: Do not touch any part of the mAs meter during exposures because
dangerously high voltages can be present if there are improper connections.
mAs measurements can also be made by using the storage oscilloscope. Calculate
mAs as a product of tube current and time, as measured using the mA waveform.
Del Medical Imaging Corporation tests all systems for mAs, kV, and mA accuracy,
using a Dynalyzer™ equipped with a digital display.
Oscilloscope connections to the Dynalyzer™ for mA waveform measurements
should be made at the BNC terminal marked “mA”. The mode switch on the
Dynalyzer™ should be set to “RAD”. The output of the Dynalyzer™ is scaled to 1
millivolt per mA, or 100mV per 100 mA, with the oscilloscope set to the 1X setting for
the scope probe input.
During normal exposures, the generator may induce irregular patterns of low voltage
noise spikes, which may be picked up in the coax between the scope and the
Dynalyzer™ and displayed as a component on the mA waveform. This is due to the
high sensitivity of the oscilloscope input at such a low voltage scale, and does not
necessarily indicate a performance problem in the generator.
Warning: Lethal voltages are present on the large filter capacitors in this unit.
Exercise extreme caution when working near the long copper bus bars attached to the
large capacitors in the base of the power module. Always verify with a DC voltmeter
that the capacitors are discharged before even attempting any service in this area.
The three large commutating capacitors mounted to the left on the rear panel of the
power module will remain charged when the power to the unit is turned off.
Connect a Dynalyzer™, equipped with a digital display unit, in-line with the anode
and cathode high voltage cables, between the high voltage transformer and the x -
ray tube.
If you do not have a digital display unit for the Dynalyzer™, all measurements must
be made with a storage oscilloscope connected to the Dynalyzer™ as specified in
the calibration instructions. However, the storage oscilloscope is always required for
several portions of the calibration, including the measurement of kV waveforms for
wave shape, quality, and anode to cathode voltage balance, as well as the
calibration of tube current and preheats accuracy.
The generator should cycle properly through the Prep stage, display the Ready light,
and make an exposure that terminates without displaying an error message.
mAs measurements can be made by inserting a mAs meter in series with the mA+
feedback signal wire. Use proper caution not to touch any part of the mAs meter
during exposures, as dangerously high voltage can be present when there are
improper connections.
mAs measurements may also be made using the storage oscilloscope and
calculating mAs as a product of tube current and time, as measured using the mA
waveform.
Del Medical Imaging Corporation tests all systems for mAs, kV, and mA accuracy,
using Dynalyzer™’s equipped with digital displays.
Instructions for performing field calibration of the APX 525/625 generator, when no
Dynalyzer™ is available, may be found in this section Alternate Calibration
Procedure.
Oscilloscope connections to the Dynalyzer™ for mA waveform measurements
should be made at the BNC terminal marked “mA”. The mode switch on the
Dynalyzer™ should be set to “RAD”. The output of the Dynalyzer™ is scaled to 1
millivolt per mA, or 100mV per 100 mA, with the oscilloscope set to the 1X setting for
the scope probe input.
During normal exposures, the generator may induce irregular patterns of low voltage
noise spikes, which may be picked up in the coax between the scope and the
Dynalyzer™ and displayed as a component on the mA waveform. This is due to the
high sensitivity of the oscilloscope input at such a low voltage scale, and does not
necessarily indicate a performance problem in the generator.
1. Connect Channel 1 of the scope to "A + C" BNC output of the Dynalyzer™
2. Connect Channel 2 of the scope to the "mA" BNC output of the Dynalyzer™
3. Set scope as follows:
Calibrate mA
1. With power off, place the mA/Rotor Board on the extender card
2. Turn power on. Set generator as follows:
Mode 3 Point
kV 84 kV
mA 300 mA
Focal Spot Large
Time 100 mSec
3. For the initial mA calibration procedure, set up channel 2 of the scope to measure
the mA waveform, as in the table below:
Make an exposure and note the actual mA of the exposure on the digital display.
Also note the voltage level at which the mA waveform on the scope stabilized during
the exposure.
The leading edge of the mA waveform for the large focal spot can be adjusted by
using pot R72 on the mA / Rotor Board. The mA at which the tube current should
stabilize following the initial portion of the exposure is adjusted with R63 on the
same board.
It may be necessary to make several exposures and perform several adjustments of
both pots, in order to obtain a flat, stabilized 300 mA (+/- 3 mA) waveform.
4. Turn the X-ray generator OFF. Leave the mA/Rotor board in place on the
extender board
Mode 3 point
Focal Spot Large
kV 84 kV
mA 300 mA
Time 100 mSec
7. Make an exposure and adjust R63 on the mA/Rotor Board so that the waveform
stabilizes at 300 mA.
8. Make additional exposures as necessary and adjust R72 on mA/Rotor Board
(124-0095G1) for a flat waveform.
10. Make exposure and adjust R70 on mA Rotor (124-0095G1) PWB for a flat
waveform
11. Turn the generator OFF.
12. Remove the mA Rotor (124-0095G1) PWB from the card extender and insert it
back into the card cage
Calibrate mAs
Mode 3 Point
Focal Spot Large
kV 84 kV
mA 300 mA
Time 500 mSec
Indicated
150 mAs
mAs
4. Make exposures and adjust R2 on the mAs (124-0145G1) PWB for a reading of
150 mAs (+ 1 mAs) on the Dynalyzer™
Long Exposure mAs Calibration
Mode 3 point
Focal Spot Large
kV 84 kV
mA 25 mA
Time 6.0 Seconds
Indicated
150 mAs
mAs
6. Make an exposure and record the mAs indicated by the Dynalyzer™, if you have
a display
7. Adjust R14 on the mAs PWB (124-0145G1) so that the indicated mAs on the
Dynalyzer™ is 150 mAs (+1 mAs). (CCW increases mAs)
8. Increase the mA to 300 mA and shorten the Time to 500 mSec.
9. Make another exposure and confirm that the mAs of the shorter exposure is still
150 mAs (+/- 1 mAs).
10. Turn the generator OFF
11. Remove the mAs (124-0145G1) PWB from the card extender and insert it back
into the card cage
Calibrate kV
1. With power OFF, place the kV Regulator Board (124-0110G1) on the extender
board
2. Turn the generator ON
3. Set the generator as follows:
Mode 3 point
Tube 1
Focal Spot Large
kV 80
mA 200 mA
Time 100 mSec
Figure 68 – kV Waveform
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9. Turn power OFF and remove the kV Regulator Board from the extender card.
Replace the kV Regulator Board in its original position in the card cage
Calibration Verification
This step verifies that the previous calibrations have been properly performed and
that the generator is functioning correctly.
1. Connect Channel 1 of the scope to the "A + C" BNC output of the Dynalyzer™
2. Connect Channel 2 of the oscilloscope to the "mA" BNC output of the
Dynalyzer™
3. Set scope as follows:
Mode 2 point
Focal Spot Large
kV 84 kV
mAs 114 mAs
6. Make an exposure and verify that the kV and mA waveforms for the large focal
spot are correct. The kV and mA waveforms should rise together and stabilize
without any noticeable overshoots or undershoots.
7. Repeat the above exercise for the small focal spot. Set up the generator as
follows:
Mode 2 point
Tube 1
8. Make an exposure and verify that the kV and mA waveforms for the small focal
spot are correct. The kV and mA waveforms should rise together and stabilize
without any noticeable overshoots or undershoots.
9. After the generator’s performance has been verified, you may turn the generator
OFF.
1. With power off, attach the scope probe to TP14 (MA+) on the mother board
2. Attach the scope ground clip TP13 (-mA) on the mother board
3. Set the scope for a time base of 10 mSec. per division, a vertical deflection of 1
or 2 volts per division
4. Place the mA/Rotor board on the extender card
5. Turn the controller on
6. Set the generator to:
Mode 3 point
kV 60
mA 250
Focus Large
Time 200 mSec
Warning: Observe proper radiation protection procedures because the following steps
will produce x-ray emissions.
7. Select 250 mA and make an exposure. Observe the mA wave form on the
oscilloscope. The waveform should achieve stabilization at +5 VDC.
8. You may also use the information in the table below to predict the amplitude of
the waveform for other mA values:
Note: Exposure time can be adjusted to allow the predicted mA to match up with the
chart.
mA amplitude
(equivalent voltage
Selected mA
across TP14, mA+
and TP13, mA-)
25 +0.5 VDC
50 +1.0
75 +1.5
100 +2.0
150 +3.0
200 +4.0
250 +5.0
300 +6.0
350 +7.0
400 +8.0
450 +9.0
500 +10.0
550 * +11.0
600 * +12.0
650 * +13.0
700 * +14.0
9. Make an exposure and observe the waveform. If necessary, adjust R63 on the
mA/Rotor Board, so that the waveform stabilizes at +5 VDC for 250 mA.
10. When the waveform stabilizes at the proper voltage, adjust R72 (Tube 1, Large
Focus Preheat) on the mA/Rotor Board for an overall flat waveform
Note: After adjusting for a flat waveform at this technique, the mA amplitude of the
small focus should be less than or equal to the amplitude of the large focus. Higher
small focus amplitudes may indicate a problem in the filament drive circuitry. Contact
our technical support group for assistance.
13. Once these adjustments have been made, it may be necessary to do some minor
fine tuning. Make exposures at the following power levels, referring back to the
selected mA amplitudes in the table on p. 142. Verify that the selected mA and
mA amplitudes which occur during the exposures are correct. Adjust R63 (which
controls average mA for both small and large focus), R72 (which controls large
focus preheat), and R70 (which controls small focus preheat) as necessary, in
order to obtain flat waveforms of the correct amplitude
kV Calibration
1. With power off, place the kV regulator board on the extender card
2. Connect a scope (2 channels) to kV+ (TP11) and kV- (TP10) with respect to DC
return (TP-12) on the motherboard. Scale 1V = 10 kV
3. Turn the controller "ON"
4. Set the generator at manual mode, tube one, large focus, 84 kV, 15 mAs
5. Make an exposure, observe the kV value. Adjust (if necessary) R77 on the kV
regulator board for the selected kilovoltage plus/minus 1 kV)
mAs Adjustment
mAs has been pre-adjusted and verified at the factory. However, it may become
necessary to test or adjust mAs in the field. Del Medical Imaging recommends using
a Dynalyzer™ (or equivalent) for this measurement.
mAs has been pre-adjusted and verified at the factory. However, it may become
necessary to test or adjust mAs in the field. Del Medical Imaging recommends using
a Dynalyzer™ (or equivalent) for this measurement.
This procedure is to be used only when a Dynalyzer™ is not available.
mAs Calibration
1. With power off, place the mAs Regulator Board on the extender card.
2. Connect a mAs meter in series with the “MA+” lead, on the top of the high
voltage transformer. Ensure that the connections to the meter are secure.
Caution: Loose or open connections in the mA feedback circuit may result in the
presence of dangerously high voltages during exposures, and may also permanently
damage the x-ray tube.
Note: The current in this circuit is DC tube current. Although most mAs meters can
select either AC or DC measurement modes, the difference in results is negligible
when used in DC circuits.
Mode 2 Point
Focal Spot Large
kV 84
mAs 50
5. Make exposures as necessary, adjusting Pot R2 on the mAs Regulator Board for
a reading on the mAs meter that matches the selected mAs (+ 1 mAs).
6. Increase mAs to 500 mAs.
7. Make exposures as necessary, adjusting Pot R14 on the mAs Regulator Board
for a reading on the mAs meter that matches the selected mAs (+ 1 mAs).
8. Turn the generator OFF.
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9. Remove the mAs meter from the circuit and reconnect the “MA+” wire to its
original position in the terminal strip on top of the high voltage transformer.
Ensure that this connection is secure.
10. Remove the mAs Regulator Board from the extender card and return the board
to its original position in the card cage.
mA Fault Calibration
The filament over-voltage limit circuit monitors the voltage applied to the filament
transformer and ultimately, the x-ray tube filament. This circuit turns off the filament
supply when there is either a component failure or a maladjustment
Before attempting this adjustment, observe the relay K2 of the power supply board.
This relay will be energized during normal operation. If the relay de-energizes even
with very low generator power settings, this may indicate component failure. If the
relay remains energized with low power settings, but trips at high power settings, this
may indicate that an adjustment is necessary. When the relay trips, the error
message will be: ‘mA fault’.
If adjustment is necessary:
Make an exposure and move the center tap of the power resistor on the back of the
power module until the Dynalyzer™ reading of Anode kV is the same as the reading
of Cathode kV.
1. With the generator power off, place the kV Regulator Board on the 024-0110G1
extender card.
2. Connect Channel 1 on a storage oscilloscope to pin 10 of U3 on the kV
Regulator Board.
3. Set up the scope as follows:
Mode 2 point
Focal Spot Large
kV 80 kV
mAs 31 mAs
5. Make exposure and adjust R65 on the kV Regulator Board 124-0110G1 so that
the negative portion of the waveform is 140 µSec (-0, +10 µSec).
6. Turn the generator OFF.
7. Remove the kV Regulator Board from the card extender and return it back to its
original position in the card cage.
J1- TABLE
J2 - WALL
Test Point 4
Test Point 3
Test Point 2
Ground
Test Point 8
Test Point 7
Test Point 15
This test will verify the correct selection of modes of operation, fields, densities, and
desired kilovolts between the controller and the AEC device.
1. With the power "OFF" place a jumper on the AEC device "Main AEC Board"
between the ground lead and TP6
2. Turn the generator "ON", select Manual, then select AEC operation
3. Move through the selections on the chart below, verify that the proper LED's
illuminate
Required equipment:
Warning: certain tests require the production of x-rays. Field personnel should take
precautions to ensure their personal safety and the safety of others in close proximity.
Minimum precautions are as follows:
a. Wear lead aprons
b. Personnel in the X-ray room during exposure should be behind a lead
shield
c. Minimize radiation scatter through doorways, walls and floor
Calibration Procedure
1. Set up x-ray system in the manner in which normal examinations will occur (40”
S.I.D.)
2. Make sure film is loaded in the cassette. Six inches of acrylic phantom should be
placed in the field, with the collimated x-ray field confined within the area of the
phantom
3. Set the generator to the following technique:
- Large focal spot
- Table or wall image receptor
- AEC ON
1. Disconnect the wall ion chamber cable from the main AEC Board
2. Place a jumper from TP3 to TP15 (both on the main AEC Board)
3. Connect a voltmeter to TP10 (on the Gain Adjust Board) and ground
4. Adjust R113 for 1.5 VDC
5. Remove the jumper and voltmeter. Reconnect the wall ion chamber cable
kV Compensation Adjustments
Note: If this system is not equipped with a Bucky, the Exposure Enable Signal must
be jumpered. The Bucky must be selected for AEC operation.
For Wall Bucky: TB4 pin 2 to pin 4.
For Table Bucky: TB5 pin 2 to pin 4.
1. Verify the initial settings of the reference voltage. Connect the DC voltmeter
between TP9 and GND of the Main AEC Board. Select 72 kV "N" density. The
voltage should be 3.0 Volts when either Screen 1 or Screen 2 is selected. This
voltage may be adjusted using R137 for Screen 1 and R138 for Screen 2 (kV
Compensation PWB 124-0124)
2. Be sure an image receptor is selected, the screen selection you wish to calibrate
is selected, and density selection is N (normal)
3. If the Automatic Exposure Control is to be used with only one film/screen system,
both Screen 1 and Screen 2 should be calibrated at the same time to this single
speed system, using the same phantom thicknesses, generator settings, and
pots as listed in paragraph 10. To match the calibration of Screen 2 to that of
Screen 1, it is necessary only to match elapsed mAs during the exposure. No film
is required, but an empty cassette must be used. For example, film is used to
adjust R130, Screen 1 so that density at 72 kV is 1.2. Then an empty cassette is
used and R129 is adjusted so that the mAs of exposure at 72 kV with Screen 2
selected, is the same as the mAs recorded for the calibrated Screen 1. This mAs
matching is then repeated in turn as the other kV stations are calibrated
4. Set the Generator to 72 kV and 55 mAs. Insert 6 inches (15.24 cm) of water (or
plastic) in the field and collimate to within that water (or plastic). Insert
film/cassette into the cassette tray, select proper screen (step 2), and make an
exposure. It is important to record the elapsed mAs of this exposure. Develop the
film and measure the density at the center of the film. If the density is 1.2 +/- .05
go to step 10
5. If the measured density is not 1.2 (+/- .05), divide 1.2 by the density measured on
the film and multiply the quotient by the mAs of that exposure. This number is the
first approximation of the required exposure mAs for 72 kV to obtain a density of
1.2. Record this mAs
Sample Calculation
kV setting = 72
Exposure mAs = 30
(1.2 / 1.63) x 30 = 22
mAs
6. Locate R130 (R129 if calibrating screen 2) on the Gain Adjust PWB (124-0125).
Using the same film cassette without film, take an exposure
7. Compare the mAs of the current exposure (30 in the sample above) with the mAs
calculated (22 in the sample above) to obtain a 1.20 density. If the current
exposure mAs is smaller, turn the pot counter-clockwise. Take exposures until
the mAs of that current exposure as indicated on the generator control is close to
the calculated mAs. If R130 or R129 cannot be set low enough, then the gain
setting of the preamplifier of the ion chamber is set too high. Consult the
manufacturer for chamber gain adjust information
8. Take another film and measure the density. If the measured density is not 1.2 +/-
.05 return to step 4 and repeat steps 4 through 8
9. The master screen gain for Screen 1 (R130) has now been calibrated. It must not
be changed for the remainder of the calibration procedure
10. Repeat steps 4 through 8 for 40, 56, 90, and 125 kV. For each kV, use the
settings listed below. Be aware that pots for individual kV gain work opposite
than the pot described in step 7. If the current mAs is larger, turn the pot
counter-clockwise to decrease
Screen 2 (400 speed) is calibrated in a similar manner using the appropriate controls
and pots for screen 2. Start with Step 1.
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1. Select the table image receptor, 72 kV, 55 mAs. Insert 6 inches (15.24 cm) of
water (or plastic) into the field and collimator to within the attenuation material.
Insert an empty cassette in the Bucky tray. Set S.I.D. to 40 inches (1 meter).
Make an exposure. Record the mAs
2. Select the wall image receptor and recreate the above conditions. Make an
exposure. Record the mAs. If the mAs matches the mAs recorded in step 1, then
this portion of the calibration is complete. Proceed to step 4. If the mAs does not
match, then continue on to step 3
3. If the mAs is different, adjust R113 (on the Gain Adjust Board) until the mAs in
step 1 is achieved
4. If an auxiliary ion chamber is present in the system, repeat steps 1 through 3 as
required, this time adjusting R119 (on the Gain Adjust Board) to match the mAs
recorded in step 1
5. Verify the AEC performance by using film and a radiographic phantom
Maintenance
The calibration of the AEC must be checked every 6 months when the generator is
checked.
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P3.3/INT1 P0.3/AD3 I11 NC A7 D0 A7 D0
1
HV2 HV3
Vin
U23 RX-IN 24 51 AD6 8 14 A10 23 17 AD3 A10 23 17 AD3
P3.0/RxD P0.6/AD6 NC GND A10 D3 A10 D3 PAD1 3
8 1 50 AD7 A11 25 18 AD4 A11 25 18 AD4 HVPS1 CCFL
VCC VCC NC P0.7/AD7 A11 D4 A11 D4 2
HV1
Gnd
7 2 RESET 15 U15-16 A12 4 19 AD5 A12 4 19 AD5 CXA-L10A
WP NC RST A12 D5 A12 D5 1
SCL 6 3 RESET C2 48 /ALE A13 28 20 AD6 A13 28 20 AD6
SCL RST ALE A13 D6 A13 D6 HEAD100-1X4
SDA 5 4 A B XTAL2 XTAL2 34 49 U15-13 A14 29 21 AD7 A14 29 21 AD7
SDA GND XTAL2 EA A14 D7 A14 D7
XTAL1 35 U8-A15 3 1 U9-A15 3 1
2
XTAL1 A15 NC A15 NC
3
4
SER-OUT X4045 22pF 6 U15-12 U8-A16 2 16 U9-A16 2 16
EW VCC A16 VSS A16 VSS
Y1 3 HVOUT
STADC
22.1184Mhz 36 47 /PSEN 822273-1 822273-1
+12V VSS PSEN
37 VCC
VSS
60 4 CTRST-ADJ
2
C1 AVSS PWM0
2
1
R34
E
+12V 1 2 A B XTAL1 38 5 SONALERT
VCC R17 NC PWM1
221 32 Q2
R18 22pF P2 NC R42
PK30SPC-3601-BO
3.01K BZ1 VOL CONT 33 U7 74HC373 CTRST-ADJ 1 2B 2N4402
330 1W R45 2K NC
C
C25 + VCC D0 Q0
A B 221 AD1 4 5 DTR-OUT 32Kx8 SRAM VCC 3.01K
R32 Q1 D1 Q1 IDT71256SA25P R3
B 2 AD2 7 6 U3 C15 2 1 -CTRST
C
SER-DATA-OUT - D2 Q2
11
7.32K .1uF C
AD3 8 9 A0 10 28 A .1uFB
C 1
2
D3 Q3 A0 VCC 10.0K
A
OC1 2N2222 AD4 13 12 A1 9
Q3 R37 D4 Q4 A1
8 Vcc 1 R46 B1 2 SONALERT AD5 14 15 A2 8 27 /WR R4 C44
SER-DATA-IN
D5 Q5 A2 WE
E
B
C 3 A5 5 C
A5
E
U15-12
U15-13
U15-16
U16-13
U16-16
LE OE A6 D0
E
1
U21-1
U21-2
Gnd A7 3 12 AD1 A B
TLP2531 A7 D1
A8 25 13 AD2 VCC
2
A8 D2 1uF
A9 24 15 AD3 VCC C39 D35
A9 D3 L1
10
VCC C26 .1uF 1 R1 2 KB-CLK A10 21 16 AD4 1 2 A B K A -LCD-BIAS -LCD-BIAS
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
VCC A10 D4
A
A B U19A A11 23 17 AD5
2
10.0K
B
A11 D5 DC630_473K 1N5819
C24 .1uF
47uF 35V
C45
R29
A
C
1 Vcc 8 2 1 J6 /AEC-SEL 1 A13 26 19 AD7 D36
U19B AG/Z A13 D7 1N5819 C56
2 7 10.0K 6 5 MAS-LED-IN 2 18 AD7 A14 1 U25 MAX629
AD0 AQ0 A14
1
Q9
475K
R15
B
6 3 4 KB-CLK-OUT 1 2 B 4 3 GEN-LED-IN 4 16 AD6 14 1 8
A
2N2222 VCC AD1 AQ1 GND SHDN VCC
1 R9
SER-IN 3 3.01K 2 1 AEC-LED-IN 6 14 AD5 RS4 10K 2 7 .1uF
AD2 AQ2 POL LX
4 5 74HC14 NO-FIELD-IN 8 12 AD4 3 6
AD3 AQ3 REF GND
B
MD-50SM
A
MAS-PULSE-IN
Gnd /AEC-SEL 19 4 5
R22 TLP2531
E BG/Z FB ISET
C
1 2 11 9 AD3
R2 BD0 BQ0 C41
825 2 1 KB-DATA KB-DATA 13 7 AD2
2
R16 VCC BD1 BQ1 .1uF
+12V KB-DATA-OUT 1 2 B 10.0K KB-CLK 15 5 AD1 P1 10K
U19C BD2 BQ2 R10
VCC 3.01K XRAY-OUT-SIG 17 3 AD0 U13 74HC244 1 2 1 3
B
R31 R43 Q10 BD3 BQ3 RS1 10K
1 2 5 6 1 2 /KB-SEL2 1 24.9K
VCC 2N2222 AG/Z
10.0K 10.0K D1 R1 2 18 AD7
AD0 AQ0
E
ENC-CHA
10.0K KEY-SEL2 4 16 AD6 /KB-SEL219 LCD-XD1
R30 3 .001uF AD1 AQ1 BG/Z 2
+12V 1 Vcc 8 2 1 C5 74HC14 74HC14 KEY-SEL3 6 14 AD5 R5 11 9 AD3 LCD-XD2 ZIF1.25M-2X7Z
10
U19D 2 AD2 AQ2 BD0 BQ0 VCC 3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
MAS-PULSE 2 7 B A 1 R6 2 KEY-SEL4 8 12 AD4 R6 13 7 AD2 LCD-XD3
10.0K 1 AD3 AQ3 BD1 BQ1 4
R1
R2
R3
R4
R8
R7
R6
R5
6 9 8 100K /KB-SEL1 19 R7 15 5 AD1
102202-1 .1uF BG/Z BD2 BQ2 VCC 5
XRAY-OUT 3 11 9 AD3 R8 17 3 AD0 FRAME
BD0 BQ0 BD3 BQ3 6
4 5 D2 ENC-CHB 13 7 AD2 LCD Panel
74HC14 BD1 BQ1 7
Gnd CH-A A K /XRAY-ENA 15 5 AD1 DL
R23 U17E U17F BD2 BQ2 8
MAS-LED-IN
A
R19 10.0K 14
+12-AEC 1 2 74HC14 C57
A
698
VCCC30 .1uF .1uF
LED6
GEN-LED-IN
A B
B
MAS OC4
1 Vcc 8 1 R27 2
K
U18B
MAS-LED 2 7 10.0K
6 3 4
GEN-LED 3 VCC C10 VCC
4 5 Test U11 A B 32Kx8 SRAM C9
74HC14 SED1330FBA .1uFB
K
A1
/PwrMod-ON 7 8 MAS-LED-IN LCD-RST 47 43 VA0 VA2 8 27 /LRAM-WR 2 /PREP-ENA KEY-SEL1
R20 RES VA0 A2 WE 1
B 1 2 9 10 GEN-LED-IN /WR 51 42 VA1 VA3 7 20 /LRAM-CS 3 /XRAY-ENA KEY-SEL2 B
A
U18C WR VA1 A3 CS 2
698 /RD 50 41 VA2 VA4 6 22 4 KEY-SEL3
RD VA2 A4 OE 3
1 R26 2 5 6 LCD-SEL 56 40 VA3 VA5 5 5 KEY-SEL4
VCC CS VA3 A5 4
10.0K 39 VA4 VA6 4 11 LRAM-D0 6 /KEY-SCAN1 Key-Board
R21 VA4 A6 D0 5
1 2 38 VA5 VA7 3 12 LRAM-D1 7 KEY-SEL1 /KEY-SCAN2
74HC14 VA5 A7 D1 6
A
K
AEC-RTN NO-FIELD 7 CTS DSR16 17 DSR-IN AD0 59 26 LRAM-D0
10 R3in R3out D0 VD0
D5
D7
K
K
RS232 3 RX 24 19 AD1 60 25 LRAM-D1 U5 74HC373
1N4148 D23
D25
1N4148 D15
D17
R25 T4out T4in D1 VD1
1N4148 D3
D4
D6
D8
K
K
TP2 1 2 8 RTS TX 1 18 TX-OUT AD2 1 24 LRAM-D2 AD0 3 2 /KEY-SCAN1 J3
D24
D26
D16
D18
499922-1
A
1N4148
1N4148
T2out T2in D3 VD3 D1 Q1 1
9 DTR 2 7 DTR-OUT AD4 3 22 LRAM-D4 AD2 7 6 /KEY-SCAN3 /KEY-SCAN10
A
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
T1out T1in D4 VD4 D2 Q2 2
5 10 C21 AD5 4 21 LRAM-D5 AD3 8 9 /KEY-SCAN4 /KEY-SCAN9 KEY-SEL1 /KEY-SCAN1 /KEY-SCAN6
A
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
C1+ D5 VD5 D3 Q3 3
A
A
C1- V+ VCC D6 VD6 D4 Q4 4
747250 C23 13 15 AD7 6 19 LRAM-D7 AD5 14 15 KB-DATA-OUT /KEY-SCAN7 KEY-SEL3 /KEY-SCAN3 /KEY-SCAN8
C2+ V- 1uF C22 D7 VD7 D5 Q5 5
A
C2- SD D6 Q6 6
C20 20 B A AD7 18 19 PREP-LIGHT /KEY-SCAN5 /KEY-SCAN10
EN D7 Q7 7
Touch Screen
K
1uF R1
1N4148 D27
D29
B
1uF 8
K
J5 45 /LRAM-CS /KB-SCAN111 1 R2
D28
D30
1N4148 D19
D21
D11
D13
VCE LE OE 9
1N4148 D9
K
K
NC 44 /LRAM-WR R3
D20
D22
D10
D12
D14
B
1 VWR 10
8
NC R4
1N4148
2 11
+13V-PM C3 10 LCD-XD0 R5
A
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
3 XD0 12
PM-RTN A B XG 9 LCD-XD1 R6
A
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
1N4148
4 XD1 13
SER-IN 54 8 LCD-XD2 R7
1
A
5 22pF XG XD2 14
SER-DATA-OUT /XRAY-BKUP 7 LCD-XD3
6 XD3 15
ZIF1MM-2X10Z
MAS-PULSE TP1 U6 74HC373 /KEY-SCAN1
Power Module 7 +12V 16
XRAY-OUT Y2 17 FRAME AD0 3 2 /KEY-SCAN5 /KEY-SCAN2
8 YD D0 Q0 17
/PwrMod-ON VR1 Optos only 10.0000Mhz 16 AD1 4 5 /KEY-SCAN6 /KEY-SCAN3
9 LM1085IT-12 YDIS D1 Q1 18
/XRAY-BKUP +12V C4 55 15 AD2 7 6 /KEY-SCAN7 /KEY-SCAN4
10 XD WF D2 Q2 19
2
A
B
12 XSCL D4 Q4
C18 .1uF
22pF
100uF 25V
499922-2 GND D7 Q7
A
B
KEY-SEL3 11 R5 5
+13V-STBY
VCC QFP64(-4) SMT NO SOCKET /KB-SCAN211 1 U21-2 KEY-SEL2 6 74HC30 R6 6 74HC30 1.21K C7
LE OE U17A 74HC14
+5VDC TO ALL LOGIC "VCC" U21-1 KEY-SEL1 5 R7 11
A1
B
MC34167TV A1 1N4005 KB-CLK 3
1 L2 +12V 74HC14
+13V-STBY-ON 2 1 2 O1 2
2 SWout
A ON/OFF SW 4 1 A
2
C36 1000uF 25V
3 Vin
A
5 DC780_224K L2 /XRAY-ENA
C37 2200uF 25V
CMP
.1uF
+
K
K
B
C38 .1uF
+ 475 K A K A
TVS1 D39 VCC +5V on CPU only (Inner-Plane #1)
VCC
C19
SA36A
B
1N5819 K A K A
A
R8 J10
B
A1
C
68.1K C42 LOGIC-GND on CPU only (Inner-Plane #2) /PREP-ENA
Q6 1N4148 5 Prep PB
A B /XRAY-ENA Local PREP/EXP Switch
LED1 R12 4 Exp PB
+5V 1
XRAY-LIGHT 2B
100pF Power Mod (PM) Supply RTN 3 XRAY LED
R41 3.01K 2 READY LED
2 1 2N2222
K
C
Test Header signal(s) source
(signal(s) source also indicated by Net-Names) J11 Title
4 0 ZR0040 Released Apprvd: J.S. 11-16-02
Schematic, AXR CPU
PREP-LIGHT 1 R11 2B Q5
3 Prep Sw C58 added for U23 bypass
3.01K Hand PREP/EXP Switch
2N2222 2 Exp Sw C43 now returned to correct ground
Size Number Revision
1 Gnd (Prep/Exp PB Rtn) C5,C6 now .1uF 200mil spacing (was .01uF 100mil)
102202-1
E
C36 connected to VCC (InnerPlane 1) D
124-5045S 0
E
C56 now .1uF 200mil spacing (was 220pF 100mil) 08-07-02
Date: 15-Nov-2002 Sheet 1 of 1
LED7 now return to PM-RTN
File: 124-5045SS1R0.PDF Drawn By: HW-EE
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D D
its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Del") and is a trade
secret of Del which shall not be disclosed to any third party
or copied without the express prior consent of Del.
This confidential and proprietary information is to be used
for the sole purpose agreed to by Del. All confidential and
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LED1 LED2
Yellow Green upon Del's request.
EXP IND1 R8 2
RDY IND 1 R6 2
200 200
1 R1 2 1 R3 2
200 200
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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HLMP-2785 HLMP-2885
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2
1
1 R2 2 1 R4 2
R7 200 R5 200
1 2 1 2
200 200 J1
+5V
1
2
3
4
SW1 SW2 5
GND
6
2 1 2 1
651-5049P6
EXP SW PREP SW
B B
5VDC
TP4
5VDC R36
5VDC 1000
U15F U15E C12 U15D
14 SERIAL DATA
CLOCK 16
13 12 11 10 9 8 2
U 16A
R37
3 Q7
SERIAL DATA 15 0.001UF 1 4093 3300 MPS2222
74C14 74C14 74C14
R39 CR7
2
9
1
47K 1N4148
CLR
CLR
CLK
CLK
A
B
A
B
U 14 U13
74C164 74C164
QF
QF
QG
QG
QA
QB
QC
QD
QH
QC
QD
QH
QE
QA
QB
QE
12
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10
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4 4
MEMORY CLOCK U
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U16B
12 4 5 6
U 16D 4093
11 6
R40 4093
13
0.01UF 74C14
R38
14
13
17
18
13
14
17
18
22K
11
11
7
8
4
3
7
8
4
3
12VDC MYLAR
1
C13 15K
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
OC
OC
G
G
D0
D1
D0
D1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q0
Q0
CR5
Q1
Q1
K2
1N4005
15
12
16
19
12
15
16
19
6
9
5
2
6
9
5
2
U5A
R 19 R 17 12VDC
1 2 Q3
U5B
R20 R16 12VDC
3 4 Q2
100K 3300 MPSA27
74C14
C7 K4 CR8
0.1UF 1N4005
U5C 5VDC
R21 R15
5 6
Q1
GND
-12VDC
1, A 12VDC
K2
13
12
14
15
3
4
5
6
9
7
6
5
3
2
4
C U3A 20
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q8
Q9
Q2
Q3
Q12
Q0
Q10
Q1
Q1 1
Q1
U4 4,13
4518
4040 K3
K1 CR3
CLK
CLK
RST
RST
AUX CONTROL
EN
1N4005
X
4,13
10
11
7
1
K4
Y
W
4,13
5VDC
5VDC 12VDC
21
2 R29 2
2200
R32 U 12D U2D
R31 R4 CR2 U2C 13
4700 9 8 9
- 14
1N4148 C5 - E MA SIGNAL TO
R33 8 12
10K 4700 0.22UF
+ MA REG
PREP 6 Q6 74C14
10 +
C10 R8 R7 LM324
4700 MPS2222 LM324
0.01UF 12VDC
R30 2200 2200
22K C4
R5 0.047UF
220
-12VDC C2
TP5
0.001UF
MYLAR 5VDC
C3
R12 1UF
6
7
8
R6
MA IN Z
2
+VS
+VIN
CAP
CAP
10K 1000 3 R3
VTEM P
R13 12 VDC 4 1000
VREF
R9 CR1 C1 U3B
22 5
10K 0.01UF -VS
PKE16 10 9 9 11
GND OUTPUT CLK Q0
R10 1 10 12 TP3
-VIN EN Q1
R 14 13
Q2
K1 15 14
10K AD537 RST Q3
50K U1
R11 J MAS PULSES
4518
R1 U12B
100 R22
6800 3 4 Q7
-12VDC
3300 MPS2222
C 15
74C14
MA RET 0.01UF
22
R2
5K U12C
TO
5 6
U12-3 U2A
2
- 1
74C14 3 +
5VDC
1 8 LM324 1
5VDC U16C 10
9 4093 U2B
TP1 TO 6
-
R25 7
U5D U2-10 5
+
R27 2200 9 8
U12F U12E LM324
R23 12VDC 5VDC 5VDC 5VDC
4700 13 12 11 10
EXPOSURE START
R26
Q5
10K U5E U15A SCHEMATIC; MAS CONTROL
5 74C14 4 CBB (2) 16 14 20 11 10 1 2
4700 74C14
CBB (2)
MPS2222
C9 1uF
CBB (3) CBB (3) 124-0145S PAGE 1 OF 1
1uF
R28 1uF 1uF
22K
0.01UF 11 8 7 10
13
U5F
12 3
U15B
4
REV 02
U2 U3, 4, 6, 7 U5, 12, 13, 14 U10, 11
-12VDC 74C14 74C14
-12VDC
U8, 9 U15, 16
A B C D E
APX 525/625 Generator Revision C Diagnostics
DIAGNOSTICS
• No Ready Light
• Ready Light is Active, but No Exposure Occurs
• Consistent kV Fault
• Intermittent kV Fault
• Long Exposure Times with Light Films
• Long Exposure Times with Dark Films
• Apparent Small Focus, Open Filament Condition
• No mA Feedback
• No kV Feedback or Improper kV Feedback
Note:
Before beginning troubleshooting check all DC power supply voltages.
NO READY LIGHT
Check the door and collimator interlocks. Lack of a rotor OK signal as well as the
door or collimator interlocks (all Low True) will inhibit the Ready light.
1. Is the x-ray tube thermal switch open? Check relay K10 on the I/O Board. Also,
check fuses F2 and F3 on the I/O Board
2. Check CB1 & CB2 on the I/O Board (in series with rotor boost and run voltages)
3. Check for presence of rotor current sense voltages at the current sensing
sampling resistors R1 & R2 on the I/O Board
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4. Check for correct connections for main, common, and phase wires
5. Check for presence of the rotor current sense DC voltages during boost (anodes
of CR2 & CR3 on the mA / Rotor PCB)
6. Check for Rotor OK (Low True) signal on the mA / Rotor Board at R25
closed with a jumper wire. This jumps out the “Bucky in Motion” switch and enables
the start of the exposure.
Caution: Dangerously high voltages may be present on the filter capacitors after
power to the generator is turned off. Always check the DC supply to the inverter with
a voltmeter before checking the F1 fuse or components in the inverter assembly.
Check the F1 fuse for continuity. Before replacing the fuse, check the inverter
components for visible signs of damage, such as charring or loose connections.
Check for shorted SCRs, diodes, or other RC snubber components.
The blown F1 fuse could be caused by any of the following conditions:
• Break in the primary circuit to the high voltage transformer (e.g.: a bad
connection or incorrect wiring)
• Short in the primary circuit to the high voltage transformer (perhaps
shorted to ground, e.g. the primary connection cover or incorrect
wiring)
• Short in the inverter (e.g.: a shorted SCR)
• Short (arcing) in the secondary, HV Cables or X-Ray tube
• Line Voltage Drop (consult the power requirements documentation)
• Gross maladjustment of the filament pre heat
• Gross maladjustment of the SCR hold off adjustment
kV FAULTS
For these generators, a text statement in the display and an early or instantaneous
termination of exposure indicates a kV Fault.
Turn the unit off then back on to reset the generator and clear the fault message
from the display.
The kV Fault signal originates on the kV Regulator Board, in a circuit that monitors
the actual kV feedback. This circuit uses two sets of window comparators to watch
the anode and cathode feedback signals separately.
If the anode or cathode feedback voltages go outside of the window value of 1.3
VDC to 7.0 VDC (representing 13 to 70 kV for either the anode or cathode) one of
the comparators will be tripped. If either comparator is tripped during an exposure
attempt, the fault condition is latched and cannot be cleared until the unit is turned
off and back on again. When this latch is engaged, the following events occur:
There are many possible causes for kV faults. This section of the user manual
provides a method for checking specific points to determine specific cause.
Note: If this fuse continues to open, especially on higher mAs exposures, check the
capacitance of the commutation capacitors or the SCR hold-off time described in this
manual.
5. If adjustment is not possible, check to see if the imbalance still occurs during a
No-Load test. See “No-Load Test” later in this section. If the imbalance persists,
the high-tension transformer is probably defective
Check for a loss of 26 VDC at the power supply board that supplies the SCR
gate transistors on the kV Regulator Board
1. Turn off power to the generator and allow 5-10 minutes for the inverter capacitors
to discharge. Verify with a voltmeter that 0 VDC is measured across the inverter
capacitors as well as on the commutation capacitors. (These terminals are
located on the outside of the generator, at the rear of the power module panel).
2. Disconnect the wires and copper straps from both commutation capacitors.
3. Place an ohmmeter across each capacitor to check for a short.
Check for missing input or defect on the kV Regulator board feedback circuit
or the gate drive circuit
1. Turn off power to the generator and allow inverter capacitors to discharge for 5-
10 minutes. Verify with a voltmeter that there is 0 VDC across the inverter
capacitors
2. Measure the resistance of each SCR out of circuit in forward and reverse bias
mode. Check gate to cathode measurements also. Replace components and/or
inverter board as necessary
3. Check for loose wiring connections in the inverter circuit. Pay close attention to
the push on connections to the SCR gates
Note: Be sure the exposure button is always fully depressed until the audible
exposure indicator terminates! (Bouncing exposure switch contacts may also result
in faults.)
7. If the waveform is not flat, adjust R72 as necessary. See Figure 2, ”Example of
Pre-heat Wave-forms”
8. Select the Small focal spot and make another exposure. Adjust R70 as
necessary
Check for a power line input dropping below 235VAC during an exposure
1. Measure incoming line voltage at the line contactor input of the inverter power
supply with an oscilloscope set up for differential voltage measurements
2. Take note of the voltage during a full power exposure (60kV, 100 mAs, Large
Spot). If the level drops dramatically, then the power line is unstable, or the
wrong wire size may have been used
If problems persist, turn power off to generator and temporarily swap the anode and
cathode cables with each other at both ends.
Check for excessive ripple on the DC rail voltage due to a defective filter
capacitor or defective diode pack
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1. Turn off power to the generator and allow the inverter capacitors to discharge for
5-10 minutes
Verify with a voltmeter that 0 VDC is measured across the inverter filter capacitors.
Caution: Dangerously high voltages are present on the inverter filter capacitors
whenever power is applied to the generator. Do not attempt to make any
measurements in this circuit using an ungrounded or “floating” scope configuration.
All measurements must be made using an oscilloscope in a differential input
configuration. If necessary, refer to the documentation for your oscilloscope for
instructions on performing differential voltage measurements.
2. Connect a dual channel oscilloscope differentially across the DC rails and adjust
the vertical scale so that you can measure between 350 to 400 VDC
3. Turn generator on and observe the DC rail as well as during a full power
exposure (60 kV, 100 mAs, Large Spot) and determine if there are any
abnormalities or excessive ripple. You can set the scope for AC to be able to
measure the amplitude of the ripple as well
4. Turn generator on. Select 60 kV and 10 mAs. Make an exposure and measure
the off time between pulses at the very beginning of the exposure. It should be
140 microseconds
5. If necessary, adjust R65 on the board
Note: If you are not quite sure about how to perform this adjustment it may be better
to simply replace the board. Maladjustment of R65 can cause severe malfunction
and possible permanent damage to the generator! It is rare that this adjustment
needs to be made in the field.
1. Turn off power to the generator and allow 5-10 minutes for the inverter capacitors
to discharge
2. Verify with a voltmeter that the voltage is 0 VDC across the inverter capacitors
3. Check the contacts of K1 or K2 located at the rear left interior of the power
module, below the commutation capacitors. If contacts are in poor condition,
replace the relays
4. Turn generator on, select 80 kV, and increase the mAs from minimum, observing
the sequence of the relays energizing and de-energizing
5. If the relays don’t energize, check the voltage at each relay coil while repeating
step 3. If the voltage is present, then change the defective relay
6. If no voltage is ever present, turn off generator power and place mAs Control
board on an extender card and check for switching voltages at Q1, Q2 and Q3.
Replace the board if necessary
• Break in the primary circuit to the high voltage transformer (e.g.: a bad
connection or incorrect wiring)
• Short in the primary circuit to the high voltage transformer (perhaps
shorted to ground, e.g. the primary connection cover or incorrect
wiring)
• Short in the inverter (e.g.: a shorted SCR)
• Short (arcing) in the secondary, HV Cables or X-Ray tube
• Line Voltage Drop (consult the power requirements documentation)
• Gross maladjustment of the filament pre heat
• Gross maladjustment of the SCR hold off adjustment
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To eliminate the HV Cables and X-Ray tube as the problem, try a No Load Test, as
described below.
No Load Test
Theory of Operation
Communications scheme: (See illustration X1 for overview)
The human-machine interface between the operator and the APX 525/625 generator
takes place at the operator’s console.
The Console Display Board provides visible selection data to the operator through
the Liquid Crystal Display. The operator selects from the available technique
options, using the membrane keyboard on the face of the operator’s console.
Keyboard entries are input to the CPU Board (124-5045G1), and the results are
updated and displayed on the LCD.
Selected technique parameters are sent from the CPU Board to the Data Board
(124-0101G1) through an isolated asynchronous serial data link. The APX 525/625
serial communications scheme utilizes a 64-bit word, followed by a blank period,
which is continually updated and repeated as long as the generator is energized.
The serial data stream is received and decoded at the Data board, creating two
clock signals, which are used to clock the serial data through the shift registers (data
clock) on the data board, the mAs Regulator Board (124-0145G1), and the AEC
Main Board (124-0126G1) and then to latch the received data in parallel format
(memory clock).
Twenty-four of the bits of Parallel data are used to feed several D/A converters that
develop reference voltages for kV, Filament Preheat, and mA. Four more of the bits
are used to decode the Prep and Expose requests from the operator’s console,
thirteen bits are used to load mAs data, and the remainder are used for various
selections, such as Buckys, focal spots, commutation capacitor relays, and other
accessories, such as photo timing and Tomo devices.
All other board to board communications are accomplished via direct connections on
the motherboard and from there to the Power Supply, I/O Board, and Relay Control
Board, using a combination of wire harnesses and edge connectors.
Control of kV, mA, and Filament Preheat levels begins with analog reference
voltages, decoded by D/A converters on the Data Board (124-0101G1), which are
then sent out to the kV Regulator and mA/Rotor Boards.
Selection data for mAs, commutation capacitors, and AEC settings are streamed
from the Data Board to the mAs Board (124-0145G1). AEC data is then streamed on
through the mAs Board to the AEC Main Board.
When an exposure is taking place, the mAs Board sends a stream of mAs pulses
back up to the CPU Board in the Operator’s Console, which are used to provide an
indication of the mAs of the last exposure. When an exposure has reached the
desired mAs, an exposure stop signal is sent from the mAs Control Board to the
Logic Board, terminating the exposure. The actual measurement of mAs will only
begin to take place when a signal is received from the kV Regulator Board,
indicating that the kV has reached 75% of its selected value.
During exposures, the kV Regulator Board and the mA/Rotor Board monitor and
control the high voltage, tube current, and filament current in the system, and send
back fault signals to the Logic Board, if an error is detected. Either of these fault
signals will automatically terminate an exposure. The Logic Board will then report the
fault to the CPU Board, which will latch the error and inhibit any further exposures
without operator intervention.
In the AEC mode, exposures are photo timed and terminated by the AEC Main
Board, which sends an exposure stop signal to the Logic Board. Generator backup
faults are reported by the AEC Main Board to the CPU Board through the hardwire
interface.
The /PREP REQUEST (LOW TRUE) is decoded from serial data at the Data Board
and sent to the Logic Board (124-0096G1). The PREP Request is then activated on
the Logic Board. A simple RC network between two of the gates of IC8 creates a self
canceling PREP state that will remain active for no longer than 20 seconds or
whenever the operator releases the PREP button on the operator’s console. The
/PREP output from the Logic Board is then sent to several other boards in the
system.
• On the mAs Regulator Board, the PREP Command is used to clear and reset
the mAs counters.
• On the I/O Board, IF the thermal interlock of the x-ray tube is closed THEN
the PREP command will close the K3 relay AND initiate the Rotor Boost and
Run signals to the Logic Board, which will then activate the K2 and K1 relays
in alternate sequence to provide the Boost and run voltages to the x-ray tube
stator.
• On the mA/Rotor Board, the PREP Command activates one of four preheat
adjustment potentiometers, based upon the selected combination of x-ray
tube and focal spot. The selected potentiometer is used to fine tune the
filament preheat reference voltage, in order to compensate for slight
differences found in individual x-ray tube filaments.
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The filament preheat reference voltage is sent to the Power Supply Board (124-
0108G1), where it is used to regulate the output of a feed-forward voltage regulator
circuit, which provides the regulated DC filament voltage to the primary filament
switching circuitry on the I/O Board. This voltage is also monitored on the mA/Rotor
Board (Filament Voltage Feedback), where it is compared against a threshold
comparator (U23C), which is used to detect excessive filament voltage, which could
result in filament over current conditions.
When the PREP state is active and the boost and run voltages are applied to the
stator, AC currents passing through the main and phased windings of the stator are
sampled on the I/O board by transformers T2 and T3. These transformers develop
voltages across their respective load resistors, which are sent to the mA/Rotor Board
for level and phase comparisons, to ensure proper rotor operation. Following the
boost period, the signal to step down to the run voltage is ANDed together with the
phase and level comparison signals, and the /ROTOR OK signal is generated.
The /ROTOR OK signal is sent to the Logic Board, where it is ANDed together with
the Door and Collimator Interlocks. If all the interlocks are closed and the /ROTOR
OK signal is present, the /READY LIGHT signal is sent to the Control Console, and
the generator is armed for an exposure.
The /EXPOSE REQUEST (LOW TRUE) is decoded from serial data at the Data
Board and sent to the Logic Board (124-0096G1). Any fault condition present on the
Logic Board will inhibit or terminate the /EXPOSE Command. Any fault condition,
open interlock, or STOP signal will terminate both the /EXPOSE and /PREP
Commands. The /EXPOSE Command is then sent to several other boards:
mA feedback voltage is received from the mAs regulator board and used on
this board to provide closed loop regulation of the actual tube current.
Fault detection circuits on the kV Regulator and mA/Rotor boards are used to
monitor the operation of the generator during the exposure and to send Fault signals
to the Logic Board to stop the exposure if an error is detected.
The Inverter Power Supply is a three-phase full wave rectifier circuit, fed by the
output of the line-matching transformer, which develops approximately 400 VDC
across the filter capacitors. This voltage is passed through a large air coil inductor to
make the voltage source appear more inductive, and then through a 60-ampere dual
element fuse to the inverter bridge assembly.
kV and mAs settings from the Operator’s Console are decoded on the Data Board,
and used to provide the kV reference voltage to the kV Regulator Board and to
select the appropriate combination of commutation capacitors, based upon the
power requirements of the selected exposure technique. Different parallel
configurations of the commutation capacitors are used to vary the resonant
frequency of the high voltage primary switching circuit, providing optimum operation
for various power output levels.
On the kV Regulator Board, the core frequency oscillator begins to run, sending
pulses to U5, a 4013 flip-flop, which divides the pulse rate in half and delivers
symmetrical pulses to the on-board switching transistor network, which then
provides drive pulses to the pulse drive transformers in the inverter assembly. Each
pulse that is sent to U5 is also buffered and sent to U21, where an adjustable dead
band is created, which temporarily disables the SCR drive pulses, in order to prevent
cross-conduction firing of the SCRs in the inverter bridge assembly.
The inverter assembly consists of four high speed SCRs with external reverse
current diodes and RC snubber networks, are constructed in an H-bridge
configuration. The pulse transformers fire the SCRs in opposing pairs, switching the
400 VDC inverter supply back and forth across the output load, which consists of the
commutation capacitor(s) connected in series with the high-voltage transformer
primary windings, in a series-resonant configuration. The resonant circuit is self-
commutating, and requires no additional extinguishing to terminate conduction.
On the kV Regulator Board, the feedback voltages are summed, filtered, and sent to
a comparator that compares the feedback with the kV Reference voltage and is then
used to gate the core frequency oscillator on or off, resulting in closed loop
regulation of the high-voltage being delivered to the x-ray tube. Whenever the kV
feedback falls beneath the kV reference voltage threshold, the core frequency
oscillator is gated on until the kV meets or exceeds the reference voltage. The
Feedback voltages are also sent to a pair of window comparators that are used to
detect under voltage or over voltage conditions on either the anode or cathode
supplies. An error that is detected in either window comparator latches the fault
condition, shutting off the SCR drive pulses and sending a kV fault signal to the
Logic Board. The operator must reset the machine in order to clear this fault.
The summed kV feedback voltage is also sent to another comparator, which sends a
signal to the mAs Regulator board to start the mAs timing circuit when the kV has
reached 75% of its desired value.
The filament preheat and mA reference voltages are developed on the Data Board
and sent to the mA/Rotor Board, where they are used to regulate the filament
preheat and mA levels for each exposure. Preheat levels for all tubes contained in
the firmware libraries are predetermined and calculated to provide proper preheat
levels for each mA level that the generator utilizes. The generator automatically
selects the highest allowable mA level for the selected combination of kV and mAs
that can be performed on the selected x-ray tube, based upon the tube’s power
rating.
When PREP is initiated, the preheat reference voltage is applied to the regulator
circuit and the filament is warmed to the level of the upcoming exposure. The boost
time adjustment for the stator is also used to determine the minimum time of the
Prep cycle.
When the exposure command is received, the K1 relay is closed on the mA/Rotor
Board, bringing the comparator signal from U24 into use, in conjunction with the
filament preheat reference. Actual mA feedback current is passed through sampling
resistors and the voltage is fed to the mAs Regulator Board, where it is buffered and
fed to the mA/Rotor Board.
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The mA/Rotor Board also has a filament protection circuit (U23C) to detect unusually
high voltages coming from the filament power supply and to then initiate a filament
fault signal that will disable the generator’s ability to generate an exposure. An
additional circuit on the same board can be used to detect unusually long periods of
filament operation at boost levels, and to initiate the same filament fault signal.
Communications
KEY
BOARD LCD
Illustration X1
Prep Functions
Illustration X2
Exposure Functions
Illustration X3
kilovoltage Control
Illustration X4
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Filament Control
Illustration X5
Unzip the Del APR Utility files into a temporary folder (c:/temp).
It is recommended that you exit and close any other programs before beginning the
installation of the APR utility program.
Run the Setup file to install the APR utility to its default program group (C:\Program
files\DelAprUtility).
Once installed in the default folder, the executable file that will start the actual
program is named delaprutility.exe. For your convenience, you may create a
shortcut on your desktop for this program.
Necessary Hardware
• Laptop computer, running Windows 98 or later.
• Interface cable, DB9 to DB9, with female connectors at both ends, wired for
Pin to Pin operation (DigiKey Part # AE1016-ND or equivalent). See page
195 for more specifications.
When the APR Utility Program is first started, before it establishes communications
with the Operator’s Console, it will display the default APR database. Please note
that this database has not yet been optimized for use with the tube which is installed
in your generator.
• Plug the DB9 cable into the serial port of the laptop. (Note: the Del APR Utility
program is configured to use the COM 1 port only. Ensure that your serial port
is configured for COM 1) Plug the other end of the cable into the 9 pin Sub-D
connector at the rear of the Operator’s Console (J8).
J8
• Start the generator in the Dealer Configuration Mode, by pressing and holding
the second key from the left at the bottom of the display screen, while turning
the power switch at the side of the Operator’s Console ON.
• At the Enter Password prompt, enter the appropriate dealer password and
press OK.
• Press Laptop Transfer. The Operator’s Control screen will now display this
message: “WAITING FOR CMD”, to indicate that it is ready to receive
commands from the laptop computer. Pressing the <EXIT> button will cancel
this mode and return to the previous screen.
• Click on the “Get Data” button in the Data Transfer portion of the APR Utility
screen. The status window beneath the button should indicate that the
program is establishing contact with the operator’s console, waiting for data,
downloading data, and checking the CRC checksum for the transfer.
• The APR utility is now loaded with the configuration data from your generator,
including the installed X-Ray tube, maximum generator power in Kilowatts,
Maximum KV, Maximum MA, Maximum mAs, Derating status of the
generator, and name of the default APR database in use. If any modifications
to the APR database have been performed, they will now be downloaded to
the APR utility.
When the download is complete, the APR utility will display this message:
“CRC Valid” and the Operator’s Console will display a message relating to the
number of transferred bytes.
You must now ensure that the tube data is correct before continuing.
In order to optimize the power level of the APR techniques, you must perform the
following steps for all APR Region selections:
• In the Region portion of the APR utility screen, select the first available
anatomical Region (Upper Extremity).
• Select “Region” in the Global adjustments portion of the APR utility screen.
• Select 1.0 from the mAs multiplier window in the Global Adjustments portion
of the screen. The power levels for all views in this anatomic region will now
automatically update to match the capabilities of the installed x-ray tube.
• Select the next anatomical region (Lower Extremity). Re-select the 1.0 mAs
multiplier again, and verify that the power levels have been updated.
These steps must be performed for all eight anatomical regions, in order
to update the entire APR database.
Using the same approach, KV may also be changed by anatomic region or for any
view within any region, by up to +/- 10 KV.
Any parameter for any individual technique or any patient thickness within any
technique may also be changed by double clicking on the exposure parameter you
wish to change. Pulldown menus will appear in that window, listing available choices
for KV, Time, or mA.
Additionally, the AEC may be activated or deactivated for any view, as well as the
selection of ion chamber fields, film/screen combinations, overall film density
compensation, and image receptor selections. Default settings for patient sizes and
thicknesses may also be changed per view, using the Patient Size Index portion of
the APR utility screen.
Exposure technique data for any new view must be entered into all of the 20 patient
thickness locations. After entering the KV, MA, and Time for all available selections
in the new view, you must optimize the view for your x-ray tube, using the View
selection within the Global Adjustments portion of the APR utility screen, and
selecting a mAs multiplier of 1.0.
You must enter the value for patient thickness (in cm) for all thicknesses that
will be allowable within this view. You may limit the available patient thickness
of any view by entering a value of 0 for all non-required selections.
Any techniques which may have been created that fall outside the tube protection
profile for the selected x-ray tube will cause the header for the column to turn red,
indicating that you have made an unallowable choice. Changing the excessive value
of MA, Time, or KV will clear the error condition.
NOTE:
• The Operator’s Console must be in the Laptop Transfer mode, with the
“WAITING FOR CMD” message displayed.
• Click on the “Send Data” button in the Data Transfer portion of the APR utility
screen.
• The APR utility program will establish communication with the console,
transfer data, verify the checksum, and wait for the flash memory to be
updated. When the process is complete, the APR utility will display the “Flash
Updated” message and the operator’s console will return to the waiting for
command state.
• You may now exit the utility screens on the operator’s console by pressing
<Exit> at all prompts. The operator’s console will then complete the boot
sequence and power up the generator.
Error Messages
Error! CRC or timeout. Happens when you send data during the
console flash update. This will have no
affect on sending the database. Continue
as normal.
Interface Cable
Digikey AE1016-ND
RENEWAL PARTS
APX 525/625 CONTROL, POWER MODULE, AND AEC DEVICE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
General Notes
The following routine maintenance should be performed 30 days after installation and
semi-annually thereafter. This inspection must be carried out by trained service
personnel familiar with the equipment and maintenance procedures.
Warning: The main SCR capacitor bank (bottom of power module) contains a very
high charge when power is applied. This charge is a fatal shock hazard. After power
has been disconnected from the system, either by line disconnect or control console
power off, allow a minimum of five minute for capacitor bank to discharge. Check the
capacitor bank charge for zero volts with a dc volt meter before working on any
internal circuitry.
INSPECTION
1. Clean all exterior surfaces of the control console, power module and high tension
transformer
2. Inspect for loose, broken or missing hardware
3. Inspect all accessible electrical cables for fraying or abrasion
4. Remove high tension cables, clean, re-grease with vapor-proof compound.
Reinsert high tension jacks into federal receptacles. Insure cables are well
seated and pins make good contact. Carefully spread pins with pocketknife, if
necessary, and reseat cables
5. Verify that insert of tube matches tube insert selected in the system installation
file. If it does not, call Del Medical Imaging Technical Support
6. Observe WARNING as hazardous voltages may be present. Turn disconnect off.
Open power module front panel
7. Inspect for loose or corroded connections. Check all circuit boards and wiring
harness plugs to assure they are well seated in their proper receptacles
8. Verify the accuracy of Kilovoltage, mAs, and mA. Calibrate as necessary
9. Inspect electromechanical contactors and relays for pitting, poor contact, loose or
missing parts. Replace if necessary
10. High Voltage Transformer
• Check transformer oil level. Proper oil level should be within 1/4" below the
bottom side of the cover. To replenish transformer oil, fill with Diala Oil AX
only
• Check electrical and mechanical connections of the transformer. Clean and
tighten as necessary
11. Audible & Visual Exposure Indicators - Confirm that the audible indicator which
indicates an X-ray exposure, and the visual indicator, which indicates the
production of X-rays, are functioning correctly
Avoid unnecessary or excessively long prep periods, as they will shorten tube life.
The tube filament and rotor are activated during prep.
Record inspection date and comments on the maintenance log provided on the
following pages.
INDEX
A
Adjustment Pot Identifications ............................................................................... 122
AEC ..................................................................................................................... 6, 19
cable interconnections .................................................................................... 151
chassis modifications ........................................................................................ 99
communication link checkout .......................................................................... 152
control box ...................................................................................................... 99
device field calibration procedure.................................................................... 154
exposure termination faults ............................................................................... 17
inspection and calibration................................................................................ 151
Alternate Calibration Procedure............................................................................. 141
Anode Heat Display................................................................................................. 12
ATC Control Console Description.............................................................................. 8
Automatic Exposure Control ...................................................................................... 6
B
Back of Power Module ........................................................................................ 103
Back-Up Timer Test............................................................................................... 159
Basic X-Ray Procedures ......................................................................................... 12
Boost Time Adjustment ......................................................................................... 150
Bottom Chassis Assembly ..................................................................................... 107
C
Cable Access Holes .............................................................................................. 98
Cable Index ............................................................................................................. 97
Calibrate
high tension transformer balance .................................................................... 149
kV.................................................................................................................... 138
mA................................................................................................................... 134
mAs................................................................................................................. 137
procedure.........................................................................................104, 130, 155
Scr hold off time .............................................................................................. 149
Verification ...................................................................................................... 140
Compatibility Listing................................................................................................. 20
Component Identification....................................................................................... 106
Connections
for ion chambers on main AEC board ............................................................. 151
from line match transformer to power module................................................. 103
Control Console Description ...................................................................................... 8
Correspondence ........................................................................................................ 1
D
D.H.H.S. Compliance .............................................................................................. 24
Daily X-Ray Tube Seasoning Procedure ................................................................. 16
Damage in Transportation ......................................................................................... 1
K
kV
calibration........................................................................................................ 145
compensation adjustments ............................................................................. 157
compensation circuit board ......................................................................... 157
regulator.......................................................................................................... 117
waveform ........................................................................................139, 145, 149
L
LINE MATCH TRANSFORMER .............................................................................. 99
Logic Board ........................................................................................................... 118
M
mA
calibration........................................................................................................ 146
fault calibration ................................................................................................ 147
Rotor Board..................................................................................................... 121
waveshape ..............................................................................................135, 136
Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 159
equipment upgrade ......................................................................................... 202
Manual Mode........................................................................................................... 12
mAs
adjustment ...................................................................................................... 145
regulator board................................................................................................ 119
mAs Adjustment - Alternate Method Without Dynalyzer ........................................ 146
Mode ....................................................................................................................... 10
Mode Selection........................................................................................................ 10
buttons .............................................................................................................. 10
Modifications............................................................................................................ 99
Mother Board......................................................................................................... 114
Mounting the AEC Control Box ............................................................................ 99
Multi-Function Buttons............................................................................................. 12
O
Operating Manual ...................................................................................................... 5
Operational Check................................................................................................. 104
Operational Testing ............................................................................................... 124
Operator console ..................................................................................................... 19
Optional Inspections .............................................................................................. 149
Options ...................................................................................................................... 4
P
Part Identification ................................................................................................ 161
Periodic Maintenance ............................................................................................ 199
Pictorial Diagrams ................................................................................................. 106
Plug Connections to Power Module....................................................................... 102
Power
levels................................................................................................................... 3
module .............................................................................................................. 19
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