
CS 8200 3D Safety, Regulatory & Technical Specifications (SMA67) Ed02 7
WARNINGS
Unit
Read and understand this Safety Information before using the unit.
You are responsible for the operation and maintenance of this unit. Only
legally qualified persons can operate this unit. They MUST have training to
use the radiological equipment. Do NOT open the cover of the unit. When
necessary, have a trained authorized service technician carry out inspection
and maintenance operations.
Install this unit in an X-ray room that complies with current installation
standards. From this location, you must be able to maintain visual or audio
communication with the patient and be able to access the Acquisition
interface module during exposure.
This unit must be permanently connected to the ground with a fixed power
supply cable. To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must ONLY
be connected to a mains supply with protective earth.
Do NOT operate the unit if there is the threat of an earthquake. Following an
earthquake, ensure that the unit is operating satisfactorily before using it
again. Failure to observe this precaution may expose patients to hazards.
X-ray equipment is hazardous to patients and the operator if you do not
observe the exposure safety factors and operating instructions.
Considering radiation safety of pediatric population, protocol for Acquisition
on Pediatric patients must be followed. For more information on imaging
pediatric patients more safely and effectively, refer to FDA Pediatric X-ray
Imaging webpage:
http://www.fda.gov/radiation-
emittingproducts/radiationemittingproductsandprocedures/medicalimaging
/ucm298899.htm
Do NOT place objects within the field of operation of the unit.
The patient should wear a protective lead-lined shoulder apron with a thyroid
collar, unless other Radiation Protection Protocols apply locally.
While adjusting the height of the unit, ensure that the patient is kept clear of
the mechanism.
When the unit is not in use, ensure that the ON/OFF switch is set to OFF (O).
If the unit develops a fault, switch it to off (O), display an “Unserviceable”
notice and contact a service technician.
Ask the patient to refrain from moving during the entire period of exposure.
Ask the patient to remain still until the unit arm has stopped moving and the
RESET movement has completed.
Do NOT use this unit in conjunction with oxygen-rich environments. This
unit is not intended for use with flammable anesthetics or flammable agents.
Do NOT hang from the cephalostat
It is not recommended to use accessories other than those specified in this
document and sold by Carestream Dental.
The Technician who installs the unit has the responsibility to warn
Carestream Dental if the post installation produces a failed error message
which, if ignored, can result in the improper installation of the unit.