Service Manual

GMX X-Ray
Generator

CMR X-Ray, LLC

2000 Pewaukee Road, Suite H
Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 Copyright CMR X-Ray, March 2015

GMX X-RAY GENERATOR SERVICE MANUAL

CONTENTS

1) PRE-INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Dimensions, Weight and Cable Access .................................................................................................. 1

1.3 Environmental Requirements ............................................................................................................... 3

1.4 Packaging ............................................................................................................................................. 3

1.5 Electrical Requirements, 208 to 480 Volt Lines ...................................................................................... 4

1.6 Electrical Requirements, Power Assist Units .......................................................................................... 6

1.7 Safety Devices ....................................................................................................................................... 6

2) INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 8

2.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Tools and Materials .............................................................................................................................. 8

2.3 Measurement Equipment ..................................................................................................................... 9

2.4 Pre-Installation Check ........................................................................................................................... 9

2.5 Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................. 9

2.6 Power Cabinet Installation / power assist .......................................................................................... 10

2.7 Operator Console Installation ............................................................................................................. 10

2.8 Interface Connections ......................................................................................................................... 11

2.8.1 Generator Connections Left side ......................................................................................................... 11
2.8.2 Generator connections right side ........................................................................................................ 12
2.8.3 T1 Voltage Taps, Rotor and Filament .................................................................................................. 13
2.8.4 X-Ray Tube Stator Connections ........................................................................................................... 14
2.8.5 DiGital Interface, 2TS2 ......................................................................................................................... 16
2.8.6 Relay Board, Bucky Interface, 2TS3 ..................................................................................................... 17
2.8.7 System Connect, 2TS4 ......................................................................................................................... 18
2.8.8T1 Power Module AUX Power .............................................................................................................. 19
2.8.9 T1 Taps (Rotor & Filament) and Fuses ................................................................................................. 20
2.8.10 TS-1-1 Power assist transformer input .............................................................................................. 21

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3) GENERATOR CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................ 22

3.1 Configuration procedure ..................................................................................................................... 22

4) CALIBRATION ........................................................................................................................ 29

4.1 TRUE-TRACK Calibration with Computer ............................................................................................. 29

4.2 Typical mA and kV Wave Forms .......................................................................................................... 33

5) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................... 35

5.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 35

5.2 Service RECOMMENDATIONs .............................................................................................................. 35

5.3 Error Codes ......................................................................................................................................... 36

5.3.1 ERROR Code Descriptions .................................................................................................................... 37

6) RENEWAL PARTS ................................................................................................................. 38

6.1 Power Module .................................................................................................................................... 38

6.2LINE Inverter ........................................................................................................................................ 40

7) ACCEPTANCE TESTING ....................................................................................................... 41

7.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 41

7.2 Preliminary Testing ............................................................................................................................. 41

7.3 X-Ray Time Measurement ................................................................................................................... 42

7.8 kV/mA X-Ray Measurement ............................................................................................................... 44

7.8 Linearity ............................................................................................................................................. 46

7.8 Repeatability ...................................................................................................................................... 48

SUPPLEMENT B POWER ASSIST ..................................................................................... 50

SUPPLEMENT C USEFUL TABLES .................................................................................... 52

SUPPLEMENT D HV CABLE MAINTENANCE ................................................................ 53

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1) PRE-INSTALLATION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Planning and preparing the customer site.

This list contains the main topics to consider during pre-installation

planning:

Equipment dimensions

Installation and sizing of the electrical supply

Installation of safety devices, Door Interlocks, X-Ray On-Lamps,

Disconnect Circuit Breakers, etc.

1.2 DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CABLE ACCESS

POWER MODULE
DIMENSIONS:
FRONT 23
SIDE 24
HEIGTH 19.5
WEIGHT 178 lbs.
(Illustrated W/O covers)

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BASIC RAD CONSOLE

DIMENSIONS:
FRONT 11.25
SIDE 9.75
HEIGTH 4.5
WEIGHT 4.75 lbs.

POWER ASSIST
DIMENSIONS:
FRONT 23
SIDE 24
HEIGTH 10.0
WEIGHT 98 lbs.
(Illustrated W/O covers)

1.1 GENERATOR COMPONENTS

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1.3 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Temperature: 10C to 40C (50F to 104F).

Relative Humidity 0 to 90%.

Maximum Altitude: 2440 meters (8000 feet) above sea level.

Note: This X-Ray Generator will dissipate 544 btu/hr.

1.4 PACKAGING

1.7 SHIPPING CRATE

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1.5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS, 208 TO 480 VOLT LINES

Model Power Supply Frequency

Voltage (Hz)
(kW) (VAC) 1
GMX 325 RAD 30 kW 208/220, 50/60

GMX 525 RAD 50 kW 220, 3 50/60

GMX 625 RAD 60 kW 380, 3 50/60

GMX 825 RAD 80 kW 480, 3 50/60

1.2 LINE VOLTAGES

Power and Ground Wire Size (AWG):

Model Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground

0 to 30m 31 to 50m 51 to 70m 71 to 90m 91 to 110m 111 to 130m

GMX 325 RAD 1/0 6 1/0 6 2/0 2 3/0 2 4/0 1/0 250 1/0
MCM

GMX 525 RAD 1/0 6 1/0 6 2/0 2 3/0 2 4/0 1/0 250 1/0
MCM

GMX 625 RAD 2 6 1/0 6 2/0 2 3/0 2 4/0 1/0 250 1/0
MCM

GMX 825 RAD 2 8 1/0 6 2/0 2 3/0 2 4/0 1/0 250 1/0
MCM

1.31 POWER AND GROUND WIRE SIZING

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electrical requirements continued.

Line Disconnect to Power Module

Model Power Ground

0 to 10m

GMX 325 RAD 2AWG 2AWG

GMX 525 RAD 2AWG 2AWG

GMX 625 RAD 2AWG 6AWG

GMX 825 RAD 2AWG 6AWG

1.4 WIRE SIZING, TO POWER MODULE

Power
Main
Transformer
Model Disconnect
Capacity
Switch
(kVA)

GMX 325 RAD 40, 1 100 Amp

GMX 525 RAD 50, 3 100 Amp

GMX 625 RAD 65, 3 100 Amp

GMX 825 RAD 80, 3 100 Amp

1.5 WIRE SIZING TOLINE TRANSFORMER

Note : Line voltage variations must not exceed 10% from nominal voltage.

Note : Line voltage drop during X-Ray exposures must not exceed 10%.

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1.6 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS, POWER ASSIST UNITS

Power assist Generators require 115 VAC, 20 Amps, supplied from a standard wall outlet
or 220VAC, 30 Amp. The Power assist Line Voltage is configured by taping its input
transformer (located in the Power Assist Chassis) to the appropriate Line Voltage. See
page 22, this manual.

1.7 SAFETY DEVICES

Door safety switch: Prevents X-Ray exposures when the room door
is open. Check local requirements.

X-Ray On lamp: Installed outside the X-Ray suite, (typically above

the room door). Check local requirements.

Note: The GMX X-Ray Generator provides a switching function to activate the X-Ray On
Lamp, the lamp voltage is supplied by the customer.

Note: The GMX X-Ray Generator is not configured to supply any voltage or currents that
may be required to interface other ancillary devices that may be installed with the X-Ray
generator. Grounding and or load issues to the GMX circuits may result in faulty operation
and function during X-Ray generation.

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2) INSTALLATION

2.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter describes procedures used to install the GMX X-Ray Generator. The
installation process will depend on Generator type and ancillary equipment configuration:

Check for transportation damage. Report shipping damage to

the Freight Company or CMR X-Ray.

Check that supplied components and cables match what was

ordered system.

NOTE: Power Assist Generator installation is covered in Appendix PA

2.2 TOOLS AND MATERIALS

Required tools and materials:

Hand tools. (Service Engineers Tool Kit)

Terminal Crimp Tool (Wire sizes 12 through 22)

Power Drill Motor, Drill Bit Index

Rotary Hammer, Concrete Bits

Extension cord.

Soldering iron, 60 Watts.

Silicone Insulating Grease DC4 Vapor Proofing Compound or

Equivalent.

Degreasing/Cleaning agent.

Dielectric Oil.

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2.3 MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT

Fluke 177 or equivalent digital multimeter.

Tektronix TDS 2002 or equivalent oscilloscope.

mAs meter.

KVP Meter

Dose Meter

2.4 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK

Prior to installation, inspect the site and verify that the X-Ray room complies with Pre-
installation requirements:

Incoming Line, voltage and current capacity.

Main Switch and Safety Devices.

Conduit, size and location.

Space Requirements.

Note: Refer to Pre-Installation Chapter (1)

2.5 UNPACKING

TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR MOVEMENT AND PLACEMENT OF THE HV

TRANSFORMER AND POWER MODULE and/or POWER ASSIST.

ITS HEAVY, DONT RISK AN INJURY!

During the equipment unpacking, inspect all items for visible damage.

After unpacking, verify the following:

All items on the customer order are present.
All hardware and internal wiring is secure.

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2.6 POWER CABINET INSTALLATION / POWER ASSIST

TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR MOVEMENT AND PLACEMENT OF THE HV

TRANSFORMER AND POWER MODULE and/or POWER ASSIST.

ITS HEAVY, DONT RISK AN INJURY!

Power Cabinet Installation:

1. After unpacking, remove Power Module trim covers.

2. Remove the shipping screws that attach the Power Module to the pallet. Place
the Power Module chassis near to its final position in the room. Two people are
required for this operation.

3. Do not install HV Transformer wires, HV cables and covers until instructed to do

so in this Manual.

4. Power Cabinet may be freestanding or located on a platform or shelf or bolted

to the room floor.

NOTE: Local requirements apply.

2.7 OPERATOR CONSOLE INSTALLATION

1. Place the Operator Console at its final location.

2. Connect provided interconnect cable, the other end will terminate at the Power
Module.

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2.8 INTERFACE CONNECTIONS

The following drawings show the connections between the generator

and peripherals, ie.: Table Bucky, Wall Bucky, Safety Lamp, Door
Switch, etc.

2.8.1 GENERATOR CONNECTIONS LEFT SIDE

2TS1 2TS2 2TS3 2TS4

Rotor Digital Relay Board, System
AUX Voltages Interface Bucky Connect
See pp 14 Interface
See pp 17 Jumper 4 and
10 to enable
Service Mode
See pp 18

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2.8.2 GENERATOR CONNECTIONS RIGHT SIDE

1TS1 F6, F7 1TS3 FUSE

Pre Charge ON/OFF Rotor Start & F8, 15A
Functions & Run Taps Pre Charge
ON/OFF
1TS2
Functions Filament F9, 15A T1
T1 Primary
Inverter Volts
Tap Tap
MAKE NO F10, 15A RTR
CHANGES Start

F11, 15A RTR

Run

F12, 15A
Filament

F14, 15A
Filament

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 1TS3
T1 0V BLK Stator Common
1 2TS1-1

40V BRN
2 Tapfor 1F10*
Rotor Start A3002-84, J1-3
60V RED
3
Voltage

100V ORN Tapfor

1TS2 4 1F11*
RotorRun A3002-84, J1-
1
130V YEL Voltage
220V RED
5
8

220V BLU
208V BRN 6
9

7 Tapfor

13
0V BLK 1F12*
10 Filament A3002-79, J1-
310V WHT Inverter 8
8 Voltage 1F13*

270V GRY Fluoro Only

9

0V VIO 1F14*
A3002-79, J1-
10
2.8.3 T1 VOLTAGE TAPS, ROTOR AND FILAMENT

1F15*
Fluoro Only
* Al l Fuses a re 15 A / 2 50 VAC
GMX X-RAY GENERATOR

 *2C1
Phase ShiftCapacitor X-RayTube
Value as/per X-Ray Tube
2TS1
1TS3
Stator Common WHT
0 VAC 1
J3
2C1* Phase Shift RED or GRN
Low Speed 1 2
Rotor Control
A3002-84-02 Main BLK
3 3

Generator
Housing Ground
** 4
ChassisGround ** Thermo Switch to
5
added byinstaller
Thermo Switch RTN
6
Tie Point (Open)
Closes at Power UP

20702-85 Wall Bucky Suppl Cable.

7
NO Contact:
UL Rating: 5 A at 30 VDC
5 A at 125 VAC Tie Point (Open)

14
8
AUX +24, < 500mA
9

Descriptio
AUX +24 Common
2.8.4 X-RAY TUBE STATOR CONNECTIONS

10

2TS1
Will not support more
X-Ray Tube/ than 500 mA Load
Stator Interface

Table
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Varian

Color Description

Black Main

Red Auxiliary

White Common

Orange-Brown Thermal switch

Brown-Orange Thermal switch

Green-Yellow Ground

TOSHIBA

Color Description

Black Main

Red Auxiliary

White Common

Yellow Thermal switch

Blue Thermal switch

Green-Yellow Ground

KAILLONG

Color Description

Black Main

Red Auxiliary

White Common

Blue Thermal switch

Blue Thermal switch

Green-Yellow Ground

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2.8.5 DIGITAL INTERFACE, 2TS2

2TS2
Digital Interface

Used for Software based interfaces

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 2TS3
TS1
A3002-02
AncillaryInterfaceBoard CMDReturn
1

LED1
Bucky 1 Start CMD
R1
2
J15 P1
Bucky1 K1 K1C P2 Bucky 2 Start CMD
1 2 3
P3
D1
3 4 K1B
Spare 1 Start CMD
5 6 4
Bucky2 LED2
R2
P4
7 8 Spare 2 Start CMD
K2 K2C P5 5
9 10 Bucky3 P6
D2
K2B Room Light
6
LED3
R3
Bucky4 P7
Room Light Return
K3C 7

17
K3 P8

P9
D3
K3B EXP Start CMD
8
LED4
R4 P10
EXP Start Return
K4 K4C P11 9
Room Light P12
D4
K4B Tie Point (Open)
10
2.8.6 RELAY BOARD, BUCKY INTERFACE, 2TS3

LED5 Tie Point (Open)

R5 P13 11
K5 K5C P14

P15 Tie Point (Open)

D5
12
K5B
+24 V

Bucky/Tomo EXP

21236-02
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2.8.7 SYSTEM CONNECT, 2TS4

127 VAC and

2TS4 2 Descriptio

Tie Point (Open)

1

Tie Point (Open)

2

Tie Point (Open)

3

4
*SERVICE MODE *Jumper to GND for Service Mode

Spare Interlock
5

**DOOROPEN ** Must be LOW for EXP

6 Through Door Switch or Jumper to GND
*** X-Ray Tube
7
Thermo Switch *** Must be LOW for EXP
Connects to Tube at 2TS1-5
Tie Point (Open)
8

GND
9

GND
10

2TS4
A3002-56-01
System Connect

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2.8.8T1 POWER MODULE AUX POWER

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 1TS3
T1 0V BLK Stator Common
1 2TS1-1

40V BRN Tap for

2 Rotor 1F10*
A3002-84, J1-3
Start
60V RED 3 Voltage

100V ORN Tap for

4 1F11*
1TS2 Rotor Run A3002-84, J1-1
130V YEL Voltage

20
220V RED 5
8

220V BLU
208V BRN 6
9

7 Tap for
0V BLK Filament 1F12*
10
A3002-79, J1-8
2.8.9 T1 TAPS (ROTOR & FILAMENT) AND FUSES

310V WHT Inverter

8 Voltage 1F13*
270V GRY Fluoro Only
9

0V VIO 1F14*
10 A3002-79, J1-1

1F15*
Fluoro Only
GMX X-RAY GENERATOR

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2.8.10 TS-1-1 POWER ASSIST TRANSFORMER INPUT

Descriptio
Generator

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3) GENERATOR CONFIGURATION

The following procedure describes the initial configuration for the GMX
X-Ray Generator. Generator calibration follows in chapter 4.

In order to successfully complete configuration and calibration you

must observe the following:

Required Hardware / Software:

Computer, Laptop Windows 7 or higher

Service Interface Box, CMR part Number G4001-01, with USB cable.

Service Software (A4000-xx), CMR CD provided.

Software Driver, USB to UART bridge (silicon labs CP 2102 USB to

UART); available at Silicone Labs website
:http://www.silabs.com/products/mcu/Pages/USBtoUARTBridgeVCPDrivers.aspx
(also available on the CD provided with the CMR X-Ray Generator).

3.1 CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE

1. Verify that the Mains Power breaker is Off; Generators with Power Assist (PA)
verify that the PA power cord is disconnected.
3. Connect the USB cable between your laptop computer and the Service Interface
Box.
4. Connect the Generator to Operator Console cable (DB-15), from the Power Module
front panel to the Service Interface Box.
5. Place a jumper between 2TS4-4 and 2TS4-10 on the A3002-56-01 board located in
the power module (see page 11 and page 18 in this manual). .

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6. Turn the Mains wall breaker On, or connect the Power Assist unit to outlet power.

Turn the Generator On with the ON switch located on the Service Interface Box. Close
the toggle switch on the PA unit.

7. Insert the installation CD or flash drive into your PC.

8. Open Folder A4000-13v4, in that Folder find Folder Software, copy and paste
Software to C Drive
9.
10. Open A4000-13v4 found on the installation disk or flash drive
11. Double click setup.exe, follow instructions, this will install the generator
calibration program ion c:\Program Files (x86)\A4000-13
12. On your PC, Click Windows Start
13. Click on Control Panel
14. Click on Device Manager
12. Select Ports (COM & LPT), this will indicate which COM Port connects to
the X-Ray Generator. Note and remember this number. If you dont see a
comport that is connected to the generator via the service box then you dont
have the UART bridge driver installed. Most of the time your computer will
search for this driver and find it on the supplied CD. However if that does not
work you must go online to the silicone labs website, this will allow your
computer to download and install the correct USB two UART driver. This
operation is extremely critical to the successful and functional application of
the configuration and calibration features of this generator.

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12 COM Port #

13. Run program A4000-13v4, accessible fron Windows Start or Program

Files (x86)\A4000-13. Or create a shortcut from Program Files

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15. The next screen should look like this. Select the ON button.

14, ON

16. You will see this window displayed for approximately 10 seconds

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17. Next, the Main screen will display. Note: Status box reflecting possible problems or
errors. Note: that various selections located at the bottom of this window.. Select
Configuration button.

11, Configuration

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18. In configuration mode, the following screen is visible.

System ID and System Ratings cannot be changed.
100 Amp Line Power is default it when 1 Tube Rad is selected
Rather than defining and repeating the selections on this screen, you as the
installer should be able to configure and select the various functions presented.
If you have trouble recognizing these choices you may want to enlist a more
experienced service engineer to help (call a friend).
The selection of the correct X-Ray Tube Type is extremely important.

20, Close

18, SAVE

19. Once configuration selections have been made use the Save button to move
these settings into Generator memory .

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20. During Configuration Save you will see this screen

21. After saving the configuration settings , Select Close,, the software will return to
the Main screen. NOTE: If you are not moving to Calibration Mode, remove the
Service enable jumper on 2TS4 (see page 11 in this manual).

If you are proceeding to the Calibration Mode, select mA Calibration ,continue as

follows.

20, mA Calibration

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4) CALIBRATION

4.1 TRUE-TRACK CALIBRATION WITH COMPUTER

TRUE-TRACK insures that X-Ray parameters calibrate to required specifications.

If you have just finished Configuration, connect your scope and start at step # 6, this
chapter. If you are checking Calibration only, install the software and setup as per
Chapter 3.1 (pp 22 this manual), steps 1-13.

The following procedure will ensure compliance.

Connect scope Channel 1 to TP12 (mA test point) on the PWM A2002-46 board,
Set Amplitude: 500mV per division
Set .Time 5ms per division.
Use channel 1 trigger in normal mode.
Connect scope Channel 2 to TP3 (kV test point) on the PWM A2002-46 board,
Set Amplitude: 1V per division.

PULSE WIDTH MODULATOR A3002-85 TEST POINTS

TP3, kV Test Point, Chanel 1

TP12, mA Test Point, Chanel 2
TP 23, kV and mA signal common

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1. Connect the USB cable between your laptop and the SERVICE BOX, connect the
Generator cable to the SERVICE BOX .
2. Place a jumper between 2TS4-4 and 2TS4-10 on the A3002-56-01 board
located in the power module (see page 11 in this manual).

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3. Install the .exe file found in the A4000-13 folder. This software is compatible with
Windows XP and Windows 7.
4. Turn the Mains breaker On
5. Turn the Generator On with the ON switch located on the OPERATOR CONSOLE
SIMULATOR BOX

6. From the Main screen, access Calibration mode.

7, Calibration

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7. Calibration screen. Note the Status window, if any of these are highlighted you
will not be able to make an exposure. Repair or reconfigure as needed to satisfy
all parameters in the Status window.

16, Status
Window

8, Closed Loop.
True-Track

NOTE: When True Track is selected the software will default to the starting
technique setting, 80 kV, 10 mA, at 40 ms

8. Insure that Closed Loop and True-Track are selected.

9. To start (10 mA at 80 kV) make sure that the Filament Demand set point is at least
2200 but not greater than 2400 (for most x-ray tubes). Note: Filament Demand
Limit and starting Set Point are set relative to the X-Ray Tube selected during
Configuration.

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10. With a Hand switch connected to the service box make an exposure, the
Filament Demand number will change.

11. Continue to hold exposure switch, X-Ray exposures will automatically continue,
until a green highlight annotated with Calibration successful appears

12. Release the Expose and Prep switch, Note the WAIT indication in the STATUS Box,
You must wait for the indicator to change to Ready to expose before
continuing with the next mA Calibration. True-Track automatically saves the data
and advances to the next station.

13. Continue to initiate the exposure switch until the next station is calibrated.

14. Repeat until all mA stations are calibrated.

15. A green indication of Cal complete will present when each station is calibrated.

12, WAIT

Will Change to
Ready to
expose

16, OFF

10, Filament Demand

11, 15, Green

16. When all mA stations are Calibrated, Select OFF.

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Note: to recalibrate a specific mA station select the MA value and select 80 kVA , initiate
the calibration process, after the 45 kVA station is calibrated you must manually select
the 125 kV station and then initiate the Cal process.

4.2 TYPICAL MA AND KV WAVE FORMS

80 kV

10 mA

80 kV

100 mA

80 kV

300 mA

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You have just installed the Medical Imaging industrys most

cost effective High Performance High Frequency X-Ray
Generator.

Thanks for your wise choice.

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5) TROUBLESHOOTING

5.1 INTRODUCTION

The generator includes self-diagnostic routines to facilitate

troubleshooting. When in the unlikely event there is an error, the
Operator console displays an error code. This chapter lists the errors,
with corresponding corrective actions.

5.2 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

CAUTION: This X-Ray Generator has components that maybe damaged
by electrostatic discharges (ESD). Use ESD precautions when working
with the printed circuit boards.

WARNING THE HIGH VOLTAGE INVERTER CAPACITORS RETAIN A

LARGE PORTION OF CHARGE FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 MINUTES
AFTER THE UNIT IS TURNED OFF. Auto-DISCHARGE CIRCUITS ARE
IN PLACE BUT ALWAYS CHECK FOR BUS VOLTAGE WHEN WORKING
IN THIS AREA.

Do not produce Radiation without cause

When making exposures during service activities, be mindful of the

expected path of the primary X-ray beam. Keep all parts of your body
outside of this path. Exposure to X ray radiation may be harmful, care
must be taken to avoid direct exposure to the primary X Ray beam.

Always Collimate the x-ray beam to as small an area as possible

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Do not defeat or override any safety features on the GMX X-Ray

generator.

Note: In the unlikely event of a blown fuse: To insure the continued

protection against fire replace uses only with the same type and
ratings as supplied and specified by CMR X-Ray.

After service, insure that all protective panels and covers are in place.

5.3 ERROR CODES

Error codes, provided for troubleshooting. There are two categories (1)
recoverable and (2) non-recoverable. A recoverable error prevents
exposures until the conditions generating the Fault have been repaired,
does not require a Generator restart. A non-recoverable error requires
the Generator to be repaired and restarted.

For the Basic RAD Console, the lamp of the selected function key will
flash. When that key is pressed, the kV indicator displays the error
code. To check if more than one error occurred, keep the function key
pressed and simultaneously press one of the kV keys.

For the Touch Screen Console, Error/Fault Codes display on the

Operator Counsel using text, not numbers.

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5.3.1 ERROR CODE DESCRIPTIONS

Non-Recoverable Errors, Requires repair and Restart

E02 Battery Fault (Battery Systems Only)

E07 X-Ray Tube Thermal Switch Fault.

E10 Bucky Signal Fault

E19 Rotor Signal Fault

E27 Communication Fault (Console to Power Module)

E36 Inverter Bus Voltage Low

E38 IPM Fault

E39 Filament Fault

E44 Console Pushbuttons activated during Power UP

E46 Microprocessor Battery Fault

E47 Tube Data Fault

E49 mA Station Not Calibrated

E52 kV Unbalanced

E53 Checksum Error, Flash Memory

E56 AEC No Calibration Data

E57 High Speed Rotor Fault

E58 Microprocessor Not Initialized

Recoverable Error, Re-Start Not Required

E18 X-Ray Room Door Open

E29 Exposure Back Up Time

E32 Selected AEC Technique greater than 650 mAs

E33 Selected Technique Exceeds Available Heat Units

E51 Pre-Charge Error

E51 Exposure Hand switch released before End of Exposure

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6) RENEWAL PARTS

6.1 POWER MODULE

Low Voltage Low Voltage Power

Distribution A3002-75- Supplies 20500-00,24,25

IPM

Line Fuses

Contactors,
Line & Pre
Filament Driver Charge
A3002-79-01

Inverter Module
Low Speed Rotor
Control A3002-84-02 HV Transformer

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Digital I/O
A3002-74-01

Micro Controller
A3002-80-04

Analog I/O
A3002-28-03

Pulse Width Modulator

A3002-85-02

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6.2LINE INVERTER

Assembly Number:
A1003-40-00, Inverter Module, 1 Phase 240 VAC
A1003-41-00, Inverter Module, 3 Phase 240 VAC
A1003-43-00, Inverter Module, 3 Phase 480 VAC

IPM Driver Snubber Caps

IPM A3002-93-01 30932-1MF
21105-06 30 kW 20932-2MF Input Filter/Charge
21105-10 50 kW Monitor
21105-07 80 kW A3002-88-01 (240V 1P)
A3002-89-01 (240V 3P)
A3002-91-01 (480V 3P)

Line Rectifiers,
(2 or 3 each)
21100-24
(Not Visible)
Capacitor, 4 each
20931-3700MF
(Not Visible)

240 VAC Fuses

(480V 3P Only)

Resistor, Pre- Charge Pre-Charge Line Line Fuses

20822-25E 30 kW Contactor Contactor 20310-02
20822-100E 80 kW 20304-00 20304-00

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7) ACCEPTANCE TESTING

7.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter defines the tests used to ensure that the calibrated
operation of this equipment meets performance requirements set by
the FDA in 21CFR, Sub Chapter J. Make these checks after installation
calibration or any maintenance that would affect Generator calibration.

7.2 PRELIMINARY TESTING

These procedures confirm the operation and calibration of the

generator.

1. Turn the generator ON and note the operator console startup

routine. The control console indicators will display the last mA,
kV, and time

2. Change the technique factors and verify they are updating relative
to operator input.

3. Press the prep pushbutton and make sure the X-Ray tube rotor is
turning and the Ready Lamp illuminates.

4. Release the prep pushbutton and make sure the prep lamp turns
off and the X-Ray Tube rotor is no longer powered.

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7.3 X-RAY TIME MEASUREMENT

Test Equipment
Oscilloscope.

Method
Connect the oscilloscope at test point TP3 (KV test point), on the PWM board.

Acceptance Limit

Set time Acceptance limit

1ms at 5s +/- (1%+0.1ms)

Procedure

1. Make an exposure at 80kV, 100mA, using the exposure

times specified in table 6.1.

2. Measure the exposure time with oscilloscope.

3. Record the measurement information in form 6 Time

Measurement (chapter 5, in this manual).

The measured results must be within the indicated limits, see table 6.1.

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Exposure time Limits

(s) (s)

0.001 0.00089-0.00111

0.005 0.00485-0.00515

0.010 0.00980-0.01020

0.025 0.02465-0.02535

0.100 0.09890-0.10110

0.200 0.19790-0.20210

0.500 0.49490-0.50510

1.000 0.98990-1.01010

2.000 1.97990-2.02010

4.000 3.95990-4.04010

5.000 4.94990-5.05010

Table 6.1 Time Measurements.

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7.8 KV/MA X-RAY MEASUREMENT

Test Equipment
Non-invasive kV meter.

mAs meter.

Method

Connect the kV meter as indicated by the manufacturer.

Connect the mAs meter to the red and black test terminals
located on the high-voltage transformer.

Acceptance Limits

Factor Acceptance limit

kV +/- (5% of kV + 1 kV)

mA +/- (5% of mA + 1 mA)

Table 6.2 kV and mA Measurements.

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kV/mA Measurement (continued)

Procedure

1. Select 50kV, 100ms and the lowest station in the set scale.

2. Make an exposure and record the measured values in Form

7 or Form 8 (Chapter 5, in this manual).

3. Select 80kV, 100ms

4. Make an exposure and record the readings for kV/mA in

form 7 or 8, as applicable.

5. Select 120kV, 100ms

6. Make an exposure and record the readings for kV/mA in

Form 7 or 8, as applicable.

7. Repeat until you are finished with the mA values and record in Form
7 or 8, as applicable.

Note: Observe X-Ray Tube rating limitations during this procedure

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7.8 LINEARITY

Test Equipment

Dosemeter.

Handheld Calculator.

mAs meter.

Aluminum Filter.

Method

Place the X-ray tube at a focus-film distance of 100cm (40).

Place the dosemeter in the middle of the radiation field and a

distance of 50cm (20) from tube focal point.

Adjust the collimator as per the size of the radiation area.

Place an aluminum filter over the image reception to minimize

secondary radiation.

Connect the mAs meter in the red and black terminals aon the
high-voltage transformer. Remove the shorting link located
between the red and black terminals.

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Linearity (Continued)

Specifications

The linearity coefficient (CL) or difference between two radiation averages and the mAs
obtained for an two consecutive readings of the tube current, must not exceed 0.1 times
the sum.

___ ___ ___ ___

That is: CL = ( X 1 X 2 ) 0.1( X 1 X 2 )

___ ___
Where X 1 and X 2 are the mR/mAs averages obtained from two consecutive tube current
values.

Procedure

Select 80kV, 200mA, and 100ms. Perform a series of 5 exposures and record them in form
9 Linearity (chapter 5, in this manual).

Select 80kV, 250mA y 100ms. Perform a series of 5 exposures and record them in form 9
Linearity (chapter 5, in this manual).

Estimate the generator linearity with the data from the table and test its linear behavior.

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7.8 REPEATABILITY

Test Equipment

Dosemeter.

Calculator.

Aluminum filter.

Method
Place the X-ray tube at focus-film distance of 100cm (40).

Place the dosemeter in the middle of the radiation field and at a 50cm (20) distance from
tube focal point.

Adjust the collimator based on the size of the radiation area.

Place an aluminum filter over the image reception to minimize secondary radiation.

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Specifications

The radiation coefficient of variability (CV) must not exceed 0.05 for any specific
combination of technical factors.

That is:

s
CV =
mR

Where:

CV = Coefficient of variability.

s = The simple standard deviation ( (n-1)) or the square root of the differences and the
square of the total of 5 exposures divided by 4(n-1).

mR = Is the average doses for 5 exposures.

Procedure

Select 80kV, 100mA, and 200ms.

Perform a series of 5 exposures and record the results in Form 10 Repeatability (Chapter
5, in this manual), for estimating the Repeatability. Repeatability must have a coefficient
less than 0.05.

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SUPPLEMENT B POWER ASSIST

The Optional CMR Power Assist allows CMR X-Ray Generators to operate from 115VAC, 20
Amp outlets. Once installed mimimal Service or Operator interaction is required. Power
outages will necessitate the Operator to push the Reset Push Button when power is
restored.

POWER ASSIST MODULE

POWER ASSIST INVERTER, LOCATED IN POWER MODULE

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Service Switch

POWER ASSIST SERVICE SWITCH

Located under the front cover of the Power Assist module. When Closed (Down Toggle)
the Service Switch, will discharge the capacitor banks. Discharge may take up to 20
minutes,
SWITCH, UP
Position (ON),
SWITCH, UP
enables power to
Position (ON),
Generator Power
SWITCH, Push to enables PA
Module
reset PA Module function

LAMP, Indicates a
POWER ASSIST CONTROL PANEL
Charge on PA Bus LAMP, Indicates PA
Module is connected
to power
LAMP, indicates
Reset pushbutton
must be activated

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SUPPLEMENT C USEFUL TABLES

Selected
Voltage Selected
mA Voltage
at TP 12, mA
Linear at TP 12,
PWM Renard
Scale PWM
Scale
10 1.0 8 0.81
15 1.5 10 1.0
20 2.0
12.5 1.25
25 2.5
16 1.6
30 0.75
20 2.0
35 0.875 25 2.5
40 1.0 32 0.80
50 1.25
40 1.0
75 0.75
50 1.25
100 1.0
64 1.6
150 1.5 80 0.8
200 2.0 100 1.0
250 2.5
125 1.25
300 0.75
160 1.6
350 0.875 200 2.0
400 1.0 250 2.5
500 1.25
320 0.80
600 1.5
I 400 1.0
700 1.75
500 1.25
800 2.0 640 1.6
Linear mA Scale
800 2.0
Renard mA Scale

Note: See page 11 for Test Point locations

Selected
40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
KV
Voltage
at TP 12 1.33 1.66 2.00 2.33 2.66 3.00 3.33 3.66 4.00 4.33 4.66 5.00
PWM

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SUPPLEMENT D HV CABLE MAINTENANCE

If required, remove old insulating grease from cable ends and receptacles.

Clean cable ends and receptacles with a hydrocarbon cleaning solvent. Avoid touching the
cleaned areas with your hand to avoid leaving perspiration or skin oil on the insulating
surfaces.

Inspect cable ends and cables for evidence of arching, carbon tracking, burnt or pitted
areas, and/cracked conditions. If any of these conditions cannot be cleaned it may be
necessary to replace the cable or receptacle.

Insure that the cable ends have a rubber sealing-ring and that the rubber ring is correctly
positioned and clean.

At the HV transformer, insulating oil (Shell Diala X or equivalent) may be used in the HV
receptacles to provide insulation and vapor displacement. After cleaning, insert
approximately inch of oil in the receptacle. Insert the cable(s) and tighten the spanner
ring.

At the X-Ray Tube, apply a fresh layer of insulating grease to the cable ends. Use a
wooden or plastic spatula to apply the grease, avoid using fingers. On the side of the
cable ends apply a 1 to 2mm layer of grease. At the cable end cover the cable pins with
insulating grease. Insert the cable(s) and tighten the spanner ring. NOTE: after the X-
Ray Tube has been heated recheck the tightness of the spanner ring; during the thermal
cycling of the X-Ray tube the grease has melted and repositioned, causing the cable to
loosen

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