GE Optima XR220amx User manual

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OptimaTM XR220amx
X-Ray System
Operator Manual
54400222-1EN
Rev 1 DRAFT 11092010
© 2010 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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IMPORTANT!...X-RAY PROTECTION
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IMPORTANT!...X-RAY PROTECTION
X-Ray equipment if not properly used may cause injury. Accordingly the instructions herein contained
should be thoroughly read and understood before you attempt to place this equipment in operation. The
General Electric Company, Healthcare Division, will be glad to assist and cooperate in placing this equip-
ment in use.
Although this apparatus incorporates a high degree of protection against x-radiation other than the use-
ful beam, no practical design of equipment can provide complete protection. Nor can any practical
design compel the operator or his assistant to take adequate precautions to prevent the possibility of
authorized or unauthorized persons carelessly, unwisely, or unknowingly exposing themselves or others
to direct or secondary radiation.
It is important that everyone having anything to do with x-radiation be fully acquainted with the recom-
mendations of the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements as published in NCRP
Reports available from NCRP Publications, 7910 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814, and of the Inter-
national commission on Radiation Protection, and take adequate steps to insure protection against
injury.
It is assumed that all persons authorized to use the equipment are cognizant of the danger of excessive
exposure to x-radiation and the equipment is sold with the understanding that the General Electric Com-
pany, Medical Systems Division, its agents, and representatives have no responsibility for injury or dam-
age which may result from exposure to x-radiation.
Various protective materials and devices are available. It is urged that such materials and devices be
used.
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Medical Device Directive
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Medical Device Directive
This product complies with the following requirements:
Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices when it bears the following CE marking of con-
formity:
The location of the CE mark label on the equipment is in the service system manual.
European registered place of business:
GE Healthcare SCS
Quality Assurance Manager
283 rue de la Minière
78530 BUC France
Green QSD 1990 Standard issued by MDD (Medical Devices Directorate, Department of Health, UK).
Medical Device Good Manufacturing Practice Manual issued by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration,
Department of Health, USA).
Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL), an independent testing laboratory.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), international standards organization, when applicable.
GE Healthcare reserves the right to make changes in specifications and features shown herein, or dis-
continue the product described at any time without notice or obligation.
The original language of this manual is English.
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Contact Information
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Contact Information
Manufactured by:
GE Healthcare
United States address:
GE Healthcare
3000 N Grandview Ave
Waukesha WI 53188-1696 US
Phone number:
United States: 262-544-3011
International: [phone]
Web address:
www.gehealthcare.com
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Revision History
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Chapter 1: Introduction
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Chapter 1: Introduction
The equipment is intended for use by qualified personnel only.
WARNING United States Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physi-
cian.
This Operator Manual should be kept with the equipment and be readily available at all times. It is impor-
tant for you to periodically review the procedures and safety precautions. It is important for you to read
and understand the contents of this manual before attempting to use this product.
This chapter explains the purpose and design of this Operator Manual. It provides information on the
organization, chapter format, and graphic conventions that identify the visual symbols used throughout
the manual.
Purpose Of This Manual
This manual is written for health care professionals (namely, the radiologic technologist) to provide the
necessary information relating to the proper operation of this system. The guide is intended to teach you
the system components and features necessary to use it to its maximum potential. It is not intended to
teach radiology or to make any type of clinical diagnosis.
Prerequisite Skills
This guide is not intended to teach radiology. It is necessary for you to have sufficient knowledge to com-
petently perform the various diagnostic imaging procedures within your modality. This knowledge is
gained through a variety of educational methods including clinical working experience, hospital based
programs, and as part of many college and university Radiologic Technology programs.
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Safety Information
Please refer to Chapter 2: Safety and Regulatory in this manual. The Safety chapter describes the safety
information you and the physicians must understand thoroughly before you begin to use the system.
Note that you will find additional safety information throughout your Learning and Reference Guide. If
you need additional training, seek assistance from qualified GE Healthcare personnel. The equipment is
intended for use by qualified personnel only. This guide should be kept with the equipment and be readily
available at all times. It is important for you to periodically review the procedures and safety precautions.
It is important for you to read and understand the contents of this guide before attempting to use this
product.
Safety Notices
Safety notices are used to emphasize certain safety instructions. This guide uses the international symbol
along with the danger, warning, or caution message. This section also describes the purpose of a Note.
DANGER Danger is used to identify conditions or actions for which a specific hazard is
known to exist which will cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial prop-
erty damage if the instructions are ignored.
WARNING Warning is used to identify conditions or actions for which a specific hazard is
known to exist which may cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if the instructions are ignored.
CAUTION Caution is used to identify conditions or actions for which a potential hazard may
exist which will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the
instructions are ignored.
IMPORTANT! An Important comment calls your attention to items that affect your workflow or image
quality but do not involve the safety of people or equipment.
Note: A Note provides additional information that is helpful to you. It may emphasize certain informa-
tion regarding special tools or techniques, items to check before proceeding, or factors to con-
sider about a concept or task.
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Manual Organization
The manual is organized by chapters to provide information about specific functions. The following list
provides an overview of the chapters’ contents.
xChapter 1: Introduction provides basic information about the Operator Manual itself.
xChapter 2: Safety and Regulatory contains the detailed safety information operators and the physi-
cians must understand thoroughly before using the system. Note that you will find additional safety
information throughout the Operator Manual. If you need additional training, seek assistance from
qualified GE Healthcare personnel.
xChapter 3: General Information describes features and functions that apply to the whole system:
such as start up, shutdown, and system messages.
xChapter 4: Moving and Positioning
xChapter 5: System Battery Charging
xChapter 6: Quick Steps provides an overview of common tasks.
xChapter 7: System Hardware Overview describes the overall system, hardware, and available acces-
sories.
xChapter 9: Worklist describes the process of adding, deleting, and selecting procedures from the sys-
tem.
xChapter 10: Image Acquisition describes the process of selecting and performing exams.
xChapter 11: Image Viewer describes the features and functions for adjusting and viewing acquired
images.
xChapter 12: Image Management describes the features and functions to find and organize acquired
images and exams.
xChapter 13: Digital Detector describes the advanced digital detector
xChapter 14: Set Preferences describes the features and processes to configure the system.
xChapter 15: Quality Assurance and Maintenance describes the process to conduct checks on the
detector(s) to ensure continued image quality.
xAppendix A: Login Administration describes how to administer the login options of the system, such
as adding and removing users or groups.
xAppendix B: Specifications provides the technical specifications of the system.
xAppendix C: Messages on Display
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Graphic Conventions and Legends
The table below describes the conventions used when working with menus, buttons, text boxes and key-
board keys.
Table 1-1 Conventions for menus, buttons, text boxes, and keyboard keys
Example Describes
Select Marking an option in a group of check boxes or radial buttons
Choosing an option from a drop-down list
Activating a tab
Highlighting row items
Press [START EXAM] Pressing a button on a screen.
Press ENTER Pressing a key on the keyboard.
Press CTRL+ALT+DELETE Pressing a combination of keys on the keyboard. The key that should be
pressed first is listed first.
Press and hold SHIFT Pressing and holding down a key on the keyboard.
In the Matrix text box,... The name of text box in which you can select or type text or the name of a
drop-down list from which you select an option.
Type DICOMAE in the... Text you enter into a text box.
Select Preferences >
Worklist.
The path of selecting option(s) in a tree structure.
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Software User Interface Controls
This manual refers to “controls” that appear on the software screens. The table below describes the most
common controls that appear on the software user interface.
Table 1-2 Common software user interface controls
Control and Description Examples
Button
Screen buttons look and act like
physical buttons on equipment.
A single button performs a specific
action, such as opening a new screen
or saving settings.
A group of two or more buttons
provides a choice of settings. The dark
blue color indicates which button or
buttons are selected.
A single button to start an
exam
Two buttons to select the
focal spot
Drop down list
Drop down lists open to reveal several
options, but only one option may be
selected at a time.
Drop down lists may be included on a
button or a text box.
The presence of a drop down list is
indicated by a down-pointing arrow on
the right side of the control.
A list from a button
Closed
Open
A list from a text box
Closed
Open
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Tab
Tabs are similar to the tabs on file
folders. They categorize related
information on a single screen.
Pressing on a tab reveals the
information related to that tab.
Pressing on another tab hides the
previous information and reveals a
different set of information.
A tab to move between two screens
Checkbox
Checkboxes indicate selection.
A single checkbox shows that an
option is active.
Multiple checkboxes show that several
options are selected.
A single checkbox Multiple checkboxes
Text box
Text boxes allow information to be
entered using the keyboard.
Text boxes
Table 1-2 Common software user interface controls
Control and Description Examples
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Chapter 2: Safety and Regulatory
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Chapter 2: Safety and Regulatory
This chapter explains the safety considerations, general equipment and patient related precautions, and
the symbols used for the safe operation of your equipment. This chapter also includes information about
the emergency procedures.
This chapter presents the concepts necessary to successfully operate your system safely.
X-Ray Protection
X-ray equipment if not properly used may cause injury. Accordingly, the instructions herein contained
should be thoroughly read and understood by everyone who will use the equipment before you attempt
to place this equipment in operation. GE Healthcare, will be glad to assist and cooperate in placing this
equipment in use.
Although this apparatus incorporates a high degree of protection against x-radiation other than the
useful beam, no practical design of equipment can provide complete protection. Nor can any practical
design compel the operator to take adequate precautions to prevent the possibility of any persons
carelessly exposing themselves or others to radiation.
It is important that everyone having anything to do with x-radiation be properly trained and fully
acquainted with the recommendations of the National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements as published in NCRP Reports available from NCRP Publications, 7910 Woodmont Avenue,
Room 1016, Bethesda, Maryland 20814, and of the International Commission on Radiation Protection,
and take adequate steps to protect against injury.
The equipment is sold with the understanding that GE Healthcare, its agents, and representatives have
no responsibility for injury or damage which may result from improper use of the equipment.
Various protective material and devices are available. It is urged that such materials or devices be used.
FCC Statement of Conformance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Indications for Use
The Optima XR220amx is a self-contained, battery-operated mobile radiographic imaging system
designed to generate diagnostic radiographic images (medical x-rays) that may increase the ability to
detect disease or injury early enough for a medical problem to be managed, treated, or cured.
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The Optima XR220amx is indicated for use on adult and pediatric patients for general-purpose diagnos-
tic radiographic examinations and procedures. Its mobility enables generating radiographic images of
human anatomy in all general-purpose x-ray diagnostic procedures within radiology departments,
emergency rooms, intensive care units, operating rooms, pediatrics, orthopedics and clinical environ-
ments. This may include patients that may not be able to be moved, or in cases where it is unsafe or
impractical to move them to a traditional RAD room.
The Optima XR220amx is intended to take exposures utilizing film or CR, however the Optima XR220amx
utilizes the GE Universal Radiographic Detector, which is intended to replace radiographic film screen
systems in all general purpose diagnostic procedures, for digital radiography (DR). The flat panel detector
provides increased functionality to enable images of patients of all sizes, and can produce comparable
quality images with as little as half the dose of traditional CR cassettes and other flat panel detectors
with lower DQE.
The system is indicated for taking radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen,
extremities, and other body parts with the patient sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine posi-
tion. The system has medical applications ranging from but not limited to gastrointestinal examinations,
cranial, skeletal, thoracic, and lung exposures as well as examination of the urogenital tract.
WARNING United States Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physi-
cian.
Contraindications
This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
Users
The targeted clinical users include qualified trained doctors, radiographers, or radiologic technologists
(RTs) working in various locations. Locations may include orthopedic clinics, radiology imaging centers,
hospital radiology departments, or hospital orthopedic departments.
Safety
The electrical wiring of the relevant rooms complies with all national and local codes, as well as the Reg-
ulations for the electrical equipment of buildings published by the Institution of Electrical Engineers. All
assembly operations, extensions, re-adjustments, or repairs must be carried out by qualified service rep-
resentatives. Any modifications must be carried out by GE Healthcare Technologies authorized service
representatives. The equipment must be used in accordance with the instructions for use.
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WARNING This X-Ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator, unless safe exposure
factors, operating instructions and maintenance schedules are observed.
To be used by authorized personnel only.
WARNING Electric Shock Hazard! Do not remove covers. The system contains high voltage
circuits for generating and controlling X-rays. Prevent possible electric shock by
leaving covers on the equipment. There are no operator serviceable parts or
adjustments inside. Only trained and qualified personnel should be permitted
access to the internal parts of this equipment.
WARNING To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a
supply mains with protective earth.
WARNING All assembly operations, extensions, re-adjustments, or repairs must be carried out by
qualified service representatives. Any modifications must be carried out by GE Health-
care Technologies authorized service representatives.
WARNING Electric shock hazard. To prevent possible electric shock, do not insert fingers
inside the RJ 45 connector (Ethernet port).
WARNING Radiographic equipment must be operated by qualified personnel and only after
sufficient training.
WARNING Do not use in an oxygen-rich environment or around other flammable or explosive
gases.
WARNING This equipment is not rated for use in the presence of flammable gases.
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CAUTION Always be alert to safety when you operate this equipment. You must be familiar
enough with the equipment to recognize any malfunctions that can be a hazard. If
a malfunction occurs or a safety problem is known to exist, do not use this equip-
ment until qualified personnel correct the problem.
CAUTION This mobile X-ray Unit is not normally connected to protective earth ground while
in use. For the safety of the patient and operator, only devices that are certified to
the appropriate safety standards for medical devices and in good working order
are to be used in proximity to this X-ray Unit.
CAUTION THIS SYSTEM IS NOT DESIGNED FOR USE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO A DEFIBRILLATOR! 

Never use a defibrillator on a patient that remains in contact with the digital
detector or any part of the mobile x-ray system. This system must be treated as a
conductive surface and moved well away from a patient before defibrillation is
attempted. If any part of the mobile x-ray system remains in contact with a patient
when the defibrillator is discharged, voltage may be conducted through the
patient’s body and into the system. This may be hazardous to anyone who may
come in contact with the system, and could damage the detector.

Always consult the instructions for use of any defibrillator that may be used on a
patient being imaged by this digital mobile x-ray system.
CAUTION It is the User’s responsibility to provide the means for audio and visual communi-
cation between the Operator and the patient.
CAUTION If you suspect any electromagnetic interference affecting or caused by the unit,
call service. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect medi-
cal electrical equipment.
CAUTION Use only manufacturer recommended equipment and accessories.
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CAUTION Front bumper will stop movement of the mobile system when engaged. The sys-
tem will stop when the release handle is released.
CAUTION The connection of equipment or transmission networks other than as specified in
these instructions can result in electric shock hazard. Alternate connections will
require verification of computability and conformity to IEC/EN 60601-1-1 by
installer.
CAUTION Observe equipment limitations when moving the mobile system up or down an
incline.
Figure 2-1 Incline Limits
Good Operating Practices
• Wear a lead apron while performing an x-ray exam.
• Step back at least 6 feet (1.8 meters) from the tube or to the full extension of the hand switch cord
before making an exposure.
• Always use the proper field sizes and technic factors for each procedure to minimize x-ray exposure
and produce the best diagnostic results.
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• GE Healthcare strongly suggests reducing radiation dose to As Low As Reasonably Achievable
(ALARA) in all patients, whenever it is determined that an x-ray exposure is necessary.
• It is recommended that all users receive proper training in applications before performing them in a
clinical setting. Please contact the local GE representative for training assistance. ALARA training is
provided by GE Application Specialists. The ALARA education program for the clinical end-user covers
basic x-ray principles, possible biological effects, ALARA principles, and examples of specific
applications of the ALARA principle.
• Check the digital display carefully before making an exposure: verify that the selected technique is
the intended technique. Pay particular attention to the placement of the decimal point in the mAs
setting to insure that whole numbers are not mistaken for an intended mAs fractional number.
• Ask visitors to step outside the room during an exposure.
• Use gonadal shields for patients whenever possible.
• Be sure to read and follow the maintenance schedule outlined in the Maintenance and Service
section of this manual.
• Under most conditions, cumulative radiation dose to the operator will not exceed recommended
maximum permissible levels. However, as with all radiation-producing devices, a qualified radiation
expert should evaluate situations involving frequent exposures using high kVp and mAs technics to
determine if extra protective devices are necessary.
Know the Equipment
Read and understand all of the instructions in this Operator Manual before attempting to use the prod-
uct.
IEC Equipment Classifications
This product is a mobile general purpose radiographic x-ray system. The following equipment classifica-
tions are applicable to this product:
xEquipment classification with respect to protection from electric shock: Class I
xDegree of protection from electric shock: Type B
xDegree of protection against ingress of liquids: IPX0
xDegree of Safety in the presence of Flammable Anesthetics Mixture with air or with oxygen or with
nitrous oxide: Not suitable for use in the presence of Flammable Anesthetics Mixture with air or with
oxygen or with nitrous oxide.
xMode of operation: Continuous with intermittent loading
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Electromagnetic Immunity
WARNING Power line anomalies or electrostatic discharges to the system may cause a CD
write failure error. A new CD should be used and the image re-written.
Radiation Safety
Always use the proper technical factors for each procedure to minimize X-ray exposure and to produce
the best diagnostic results. In particular, you must be thoroughly familiar with the safety precautions
before operating this system. Default techniques are designed to optimize the image processing param-
eters.
CAUTION There should be no people other than the patient in the room during x-ray expo-
sure. If circumstances require another person to enter the room while x-ray expo-
sures are planned or possible, that person should wear a lead apron in accordance
with accepted safety practices.
Radiation Protection
Because exposure to X-ray radiation may be damaging to health, use great care to provide protection
against exposure to the primary beam. Some of the effects of X-ray radiation are cumulative and may
extend over a period of months or years. The best safety rule for X-ray operator is “Avoid exposure to the
primary beam at all times”.
Any object in the path of the primary beam produces secondary (scattered) radiation. The intensity of the
secondary radiation is dependent upon the energy and intensity of the primary beam and the atomic
number for the object material struck by the primary beam. Secondary radiation may be of greater
intensity than that of the radiation reaching the film. Take protective measures to safeguard against it.
An effective protective measure is the use of lead shielding. To minimize dangerous exposure, use such
items as lead screens, lead impregnated gloves, aprons, thyroid collars, etc. The lead screen should
contain a minimum of 2.0 mm of lead or equivalent and personal protective devices (aprons, gloves, etc.)
must contain a minimum of 0.25 mm of lead or equivalent. For confirmation of the local requirements at
your site, please refer to your “Local Radiation Protection Rules” as provided by your Radiation Protection
Advisor.
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WARNING While operating or servicing x-ray equipment, always keep a distance not less
than 2 meters from the focal spot and X-ray beam, protect body and do not expose
hands, wrists, arms or other parts of the body to the primary beam.
Monitoring of Personnel
Monitoring of personnel to determine the amount of radiation to which they have been exposed provides
a valuable cross check to determine whether or not safety measures are adequate. It may reveal inade-
quate or improper radiation protection practices and potentially serious radiation exposure situations.
The most effective method of determining whether or not the existing protective measures are adequate
is the use of instruments to measure the exposure. These measurements should be taken at all locations
where the operator, or any portion of the body may be exposed. Exposure must never exceed the
accepted tolerable dose.
A frequently used, but less accurate, method of determining the amount of exposure is the placement of
film at strategic locations. After a specified period of time, develop the film to determine the amount of
radiation.
A common method of determining whether personnel have been exposed to excessive radiation is the
use of personal radiation dosimeters. These consist of X-ray sensitive film or thermoluminescent material
enclosed within a holder that may be worn on the body. Even though this device only measures the radi-
ation which reaches the area of the body on which they are worn, they do provide a reasonable indica-
tion of the amount of radiation received.
Emergency Procedures
It is not always possible to determine when some components, such as the X-ray tubes, are nearing the
end of their operating lives. These components could stop operating during a patient examination.
WARNING The facility must establish procedures for handling the patient in case of the loss
of radiographic imaging or other system functions during an exam.
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Safe Operation Precautions
General Use Warnings
WARNING For continued safe use of this equipment, follow the instructions contained in this
Operator Manual. Study this guide carefully before using the equipment and keep
it at hand for quick reference. You may print this manual to have a paper copy
available within the Radiology department.
WARNING Only qualified personnel trained in the operation of this equipment should run this
system. Read and become familiar with all instructions in this manual before using
this equipment If further assistance is needed, please contact GE.
WARNING It is the responsibility of the owner to make certain that only properly trained, fully
qualified personnel are authorized to operate the equipment. A list of authorized
operators should be maintained.
WARNING Check for obstructions before moving the system; do not drive the system into or
onto fixed objects.
WARNING It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure the safety of the patient at all
times. The patient should be monitored by visual observation, use of proper
patient positioning, and the use of appropriate protective devices.
CAUTION Keep the patient in full view at all times and never leave the patient unattended.
CAUTION Please carefully monitor all equipment motion to prevent collisions. Pay attention
during operation to prevent possible injuries that could result from collision of the
power-driven equipment parts with other moving or stationary items likely to be in
the environment.
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