Kodak M35M X-Omat User manual

HEALTH IMAGING
© Eastman Kodak Company
Publication No. 981799
09JUL98
Supersedes 981799
16OCT97
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
for the
Kodak M35M X-Omat PROCESSOR
Kodak M35A-M X-Omat PROCESSOR
H112_0043AC

2 09JUL98 – 981799
PLEASE NOTE The information contained herein is based on the experience and knowledge relating to the
subject matter gained by Eastman Kodak Company prior to publication.
No patent license is granted by this information.
Eastman Kodak Company reserves the right to change this information without notice, and
makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to this information. Kodak shall not be
liable for any loss or damage, including consequential or special damages, resulting from any
use of this information, even if loss or damage is caused by Kodak’s negligence or other fault.
Warning
To avoid hazardous conditions, keep floors and floor coverings around your Kodak X-Omat PROCESSOR and
associated drains clean and dry at all times. Any accumulation of fluids from mixing tanks, drain lines, etc., should
be cleaned up immediately. In the event of an accumulation of liquid due to backup, overflow, or other malfunctions
of the drain associated with your Kodak X-Omat PROCESSOR, call a plumber or other contractor to correct any
problem with the drain. Kodak accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for the serviceability of any drain
connected to or associated with a Kodak X-Omat PROCESSOR. Such drains are the sole responsibility of the
customer.
Description Page
Table of Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Publication Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Processing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Processing Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Start-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Feeding Sheet Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Processing Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Draining the Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Filling the Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Replenishment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Checking the Replenishment Flow Rates, If the PROCESSOR Has Been Set for
“High Volume” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Replenishment Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Correcting Difficulties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cleanup and Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Every Two Weeks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
For Low-Volume Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
For High-Volume Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
New Equipment Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Overview
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Section 1: Overview
Publication Part Numbers
This publication is part of a series of instruction books that provides technical support information on the Kodak
M35M and M35A-M X-Omat PROCESSOR. It is recommended that these publications be kept in the binder
provided. If an individual book is misplaced or destroyed, order another copy from your Eastman Kodak
Representative using the Publication Part Numbers below.
Figure 1 Related Publications for the M35-M and M35A-M PROCESSORS
Description
The Kodak M35M and M35A-M X-Omat PROCESSORS are designed to process medical x-ray sheet film used for
mammography. This self-threading roller transport system has a film-length detection system, a replenishment
system, a developer solution filter, a recirculation system for the developer and fixer solutions, and an automatic
standby feature.
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MANUAL
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SITE SPECS INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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BINDER
COMPLETE
H112_9003BC
H112_0043AC

OPERATOR MANUAL
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Features
• Single-switch control of the processing speed and developer temperature. The operator simply lifts the Top
Cover and selects the desired mode.
• Digital Temperature Display on the receiving end of the PROCESSOR. With the Digital Temperature Display,
the operator can easily verify that the developer temperature has reached its optimum range.
• A Mode Indicator Light on the feed end of the PROCESSOR. When this indicator is lit, the operator in the dark
room can tell that the PROCESSOR is in the Extended Mode.
• A film feed signal, which sounds 3 seconds after the film being processed has cleared the Detector Crossover
Rollers. This indicates that the PROCESSOR is ready to accept another sheet of film.
• The PROCESSOR is set at the factory for Flooded Replenishment.
Processing Modes
Extended:
Use the Extended Mode for mammography films that the manufacturer has specified are suitable for extended cycle
processing. The transport speed for this mode is 191⁄2inches per minute or 3 minutes and 23 seconds drop time (dry
to dry) for a 24 cm sheet of film. The developer temperature is 35˚C ±0.3˚C (95.0˚F ±0.5˚F). Development time is
approximately 49 seconds and is based on using Kodak Min-R E FILM.
Standard:
The Standard Mode is suitable for all mammography films. The transport speed for this mode is 30 inches per minute
or 2 minutes and 15 seconds drop time (dry to dry) for a 24 cm sheet of film. The developer temperature is 33.3˚C
±0.3˚C (92.0˚F ±0.5˚F). Development time is approximately 33 seconds and is based on using Kodak Min-R M
FILM.

Processing Film
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Section 2: Processing Film
Start-Up
Figure 2 Main Power Switch
Warning
Keep fingers, clothing, cleaning materials, etc., away
from the moving parts of the PROCESSOR.
[1] Turn on:
• water supply
• Main Power Switch
[2] Remove the Top Cover.
Figure 3 Water Inlet Tube for the Wash Tank [3] Check:
(a) the following are seated correctly. See
Figure 4 on the next page.
• Developer Rack
• Fixer Rack
• Wash Rack
• Fixer/Wash Crossover Assembly
• Developer/Fixer Crossover Assembly
• Detector Crossover Assembly
• Dryer Assembly
(b) the developer, fixer, and wash solutions are
at the overflow level of the Weirs.
(c) water is flowing from the Water Inlet Tube
of the Wash Tank.
(d) the Evaporation Covers are installed.
H112_0043AC
SWITCH
POWER
MAIN
DISPLAY
TEMPERATURE
DIGITAL
TOP COVER
H112_0043ACA
H112_0029AC
DRYER
H112_0029ACB
TOP
COVER
EVAPORATION
COVER (2)
WATER INLET
TUBE
STD/EXT
SWITCH
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
KNOB

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Figure 4 Racks and Crossovers [4] Move the STD/EXT Switch to select the desired
processing mode: (See Figure 5 below.)
“STD” for Standard Mode or
“EXT” for Extended Mode
Important
• The Mode Indicator will light up when the
Extended Mode is selected.
• When changing the mode selection from Extended
to Standard, set the Dryer Temperature Control
Knob to “O” and lift the Top Cover for venting.
The developer will adjust to the correct processing
temperature in approximately 20 minutes.
[5] Install the Top Cover.
[6] Press the Run/Standby Switch.
[7] Feed a sheet of Kodak ROLLER TRANSPORT
CLEANUP FILM, CAT No. 122 4310, into the
PROCESSOR when the Digital Temperature
Display indicates the correct developer
temperature for the mode selected. The
recommended temperature is:
Standard: 33.3˚C ±0.3˚C (92.0˚F ±0.5˚F)
Extended: 35˚C ±0.3˚C (95˚F ±0.5˚F)
[8] Adjust the Dryer Temperature Control Knob to
the lowest setting to dry the film. See Figure 3.
Figure 5 Mode Indicator and Run/Standby Switch
H112_0066CC
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
FIXER/WASH
CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY
DEVELOPER/FIXER
H112_0066CCD
DRYER
ASSEMBLY
WASH
RACK
FIXER
RACK
DEVELOPER
RACK
FEED SHELF DETECTOR
CROSSOVER
ASSEMBLY
H112_0028AC
INDICATOR
MODE
SWITCH
RUN/STANDBY
H112_0028ACC

Processing Film
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Feeding Sheet Film
Caution
• The Kodak M35M and M35A-M X-Omat PROCESSORS process only sheet film.
• Feeding other than sheet film may result in transport problems and damage to the components in the processing
racks.
Figure 6 Film Sizes and Direction of Film Feed [1] Press the Run/Standby Switch.
Note
• The motors will begin to operate.
• After film removal, the PROCESSOR will
automatically return to the standby mode.
• During operation, the Digital Temperature Display
indicates when the developer is at the correct
temperature for a film to be fed.
[2] Feed a sheet of film into the PROCESSOR. See
Figure 6 for the correct sizes and direction to feed
films into the PROCESSOR.
Note
Afilm feed signalwill sound 8 secondsafter the trailing
edgeof a sheet of filmhas left the rollers ofthe Detector
Crossover Assembly.
Figure 7 Run/Standby Switch and Digital
Temperature Display
1 each
35 x 43 cm
or
14 x 17 in.
1 each
35 x 35 cm
14 x 14 in.
1 each
1 each
24 x 30 cm
10 x 12 in.
1 each
24 x 24 cm
1 each
18 x 43 cm
2 each
10 x 10 cm
or
4 x 4 in.
11 x 14 in.
2 each
18 x 24 cm
or
or
H112_9004CC
H112_0043AC
SWITCH
RUN/STANDBY
DISPLAY
TEMPERATURE
DIGITAL
H112_0043ACB

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Shutdown
Figure 8 PROCESSOR in Shutdown Mode [1] Turn off:
• Main Power Switch
• water supply
[2] Disconnect the main power.
[3] Remove:
• Top Cover
• Evaporation Covers
[4] Do the “Daily” cleanup procedure on Page 17.
[5] Install the Top Cover with a 5 cm (2 in.) opening.
Important
Keep the Top Cover open overnight for venting
purposes.
H112_0168AC
H112_0168ACB
TOP COVER
MAIN
POWER
SWITCH

Processing Solutions
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Section 3: Processing Solutions
Preparation
Figure 9 Processing Tanks with the Splash Guard
and the Drip Tray
Caution
Avoid contamination of the processing solutions.
• To avoid spilling solutions from one tank into
the next one, use the Splash Guard between the
developer and fixer Tanks.
•Slowly install or remove the Racks.
• Use the Drip Tray when moving Racks to or
from the PROCESSOR.
[1] Mix the volume of processing solution required in
the correct Replenishment Tank. Use the
instructions packed with the chemicals to mix the
solution.
Important
Do not mix more than a 2-week supply for
Replenishment Tanks with floatation lids.
[2] Remove the Crossover Assembly and the Rack
from the Tank that is to be filled.
Draining the Tanks
Warning
• Drains must be made of chemically resistant, non-corrosive material. Use PVC or the equivalent.
• The drain must have a minimum diameter of 7.6 cm (3 in.) and be free of obstruction.
• Drain service must comply with all local codes.
Caution
• Drain only one Tank at a time.
• Make certain that all drain materials and fluids comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
H112_0015AC
DRIP TRAY
SPLASH GUARD
H112_0015ACA

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Figure 10 Draining the Tanks
[1] If the PROCESSOR has a Silver Recovery Unit connected, disconnect the fixer drain tube at the input side of
the Silver Recovery Unit. See Figure 16 on Page 19.
[2] Lift the blue Weir from the Fixer Tank.
[3] Drain the fixer solution. Check the local codes for the correct disposal procedures.
[4] When the Fixer Tank is drained, install the blue Weir.
[5] Drain the Developer and Wash Tanks in the same way.
Important
Do not interchange the weirs.
Weir Tank
red developer
blue fixer
beige wash
H112_0160DA
H112_0160DCC
fixer
developer
DRAIN (3) developer
fixer
wash
WATER INLET
WEIRS
wash

Processing Solutions
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Filling the Tanks
Caution
• Mix the developer first, then the fixer.
• Wash the mixing equipment thoroughly between solutions to avoid contamination of the solutions.
• Rinse the mixing and filling equipment before each use.
• Relatively small amounts of fixer can seriously contaminate the developer. If solutions are changed in both
Tanks, fill the Fixer Tank first so that any solution spilling into the Developer Tank can be thoroughly cleaned.
• Fill the Fixer Tank before filling the Developer Tank.
Figure 11 Filling the Tanks [1] Install the Splash Guard between the Developer
Tank and the Fixer Tank. See Figure 9 on Page 9.
[2] To fill the PROCESSOR Fixer Tank, add fixer
replenisher until the solution is at the higher Fill
Line on the blue Weir.
[3] Remove and rinse the Splash Guard.
[4] Install the Splash Guard over the Fixer Tank.
[5] To fill the PROCESSOR Developer Tank:
(a) Fill the Developer Tank half full of
developer replenisher from the
Replenishment Tank.
(b) Add Kodak RP X-Omat DEVELOPER
STARTER according to the
recommendations of the film manufacturer.
(c) Fill the Developer Tank to the higher Fill
Line on the red Weir with developer
replenisher.
[6] Remove the Splash Guard and rinse thoroughly.
[7] Install the Racks in the correct Tanks. Seat them
firmly.
Note
Thewasheron the top of thedrive side of the Developer
Rack has a “D” on it. The Fixer Rack has an “F”. The
Racks may also have red, blue, and white wire ties for
easy identification.
- red for the Developer Rack
- blue for the Fixer Rack
- white for the Wash Rack
[8] Install the Crossover Assemblies, the Dryer
Assembly, and the Evaporation Covers.
[9] Allow the developer to reach the operating
temperature before processing any film.
H112_0014AC
LINES
FILL
TANK
DEVELOPER
TANK
FIXER
TANK
WASH
WEIRS
H112_0014ACC

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Section 4: Replenishment
Checking the Replenishment Flow Rates
Figure 12 Checking the Replenishment Flow Rates [1] Remove the Top Cover.
[2] Lift the Upper Roller of the Detector Crossover
Assembly. See Figure 13.
[3] Check that the replenisher solutions flow freely
through the tubing located along the drive side of
the Racks.
[4] Disconnect the Developer Tubing by pressing the
Metal Latch.
Note
The Developer Tubing may have a red wire tie on it for
easy identification.
[5] Pull the Developer Tubing slightly and rotate it
over the edge of the frame and into a Graduated
Cylinder.
[6] Lift the Upper Roller of the Detector Crossover
Assembly for the correct time. See the table on
the next page.
[7] When the Replenishment Pump stops, check that the amount of solution in the Graduated Cylinder is the same
as in the table on Page 13. If the amount is not correct, contact qualified service personnel.
[8] Connect the Developer Tubing again by pushing it into the Metal Latch until the Developer Tubing locks in
place.
[9] Check the fixer replenishment flow rate by doing Steps 3 - 8 with the Fixer Tubing.
[10] Install the Top Cover.
Figure 13 Detector Crossover Assembly
H112_0114AC
H112_0114ACA
CYLINDER
FIXER TUBING
GRADUATED
DEVELOPER TUBING
LATCH
METAL QUICK
DISCONNECT
H112_0121BA
H112_0121BCB
SWITCH (2)
DETECTOR
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
DETECTOR
UPPER ROLLER

Replenishment
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Note
•Kodak RP X-Omat CHEMICALS are recommended.
• Replenishment rates are based on one sheet
of 18 x 24 cm film. If feeding two sheets, double the replenishment rates.
• For best results, feed film consistently.
• Slight sensitometric changes will occur as subsequent films are processed through a freshly started process. This
is known as “seasoning” and is normal with any photographic process. Process control targets may have to be
adjusted slightly to compensate.
• For 30 sheets of film or less per day, flooded replenishment is recommended.
• Film travel time includes feed time plus an approximate 3-second delay.
Film Size
Processed Use Condition
Average Amount
of Film
per 8 Hours of
PROCESSOR
Operation
Replenishment Flow Rate
mLper35 cm(14 in.)
28 seconds
of Film Travel
Developer Fixer
mL per 43 cm (17 in.)
34 seconds
of Film Travel
Developer Fixer
Only 35 x 35 cm
(14 x 14 in.) film High
Medium
Low
90 sheets or more
31 - 89 sheets
30 sheets or less
50 70
65 85
80 100 — —
Average size
film intermix High
Medium
Low
115 sheets or more
41 - 114 sheets
40 sheets or less
50 70
65 85
80 100 — —
Only 35 x 43 cm
(14 x 17 in.) film High
Medium
Low
75 sheets or more
26 - 74 sheets
25 sheets or less — — 60 85
80 100
100 120
Film Size
Processed Use Condition
Average Amount
of Film
per 8 Hours of
PROCESSOR
Operation
Replenishment Flow Rate
mL per 24 cm
26 seconds
of Film Travel
in Standard Mode
Developer Fixer
mL per 24 cm
36 seconds
of Film Travel
in Extended Mode
Developer Fixer
Only 18 x 24 cm
Kodak Min-R E FILM High
Medium
Low
150 sheets or more
60 - 149 sheets
59 sheets or less — — 20 30
27 35
35 40
Only 18 x 24 cm
Kodak Min-R M FILM High
Medium
Low
150 sheets or more
60 - 149 sheets
59 sheets or less
30 30
30 35
35 40 — —
Only 18 x 24 cm
Kodak Min-R H FILM High
Medium
Low
150 sheets or more
60 - 149 sheets
59 sheets or less
50 30
50 35
50 40 — —
Only 18 x 24 cm
Kodak Min-R 2000
FILM
High
Medium
Low
150 sheets or more
60 - 149 sheets
59 sheets or less
20 30
20 35
20 40 — —

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Section 5: Correcting Difficulties
Important
• Many film transport and sensitometric difficulties can be caused or aggravated by inadequate hardening of the
emulsion due to under replenishment of the developer and fixer solution.
• Another cause of inadequate hardening of the emulsion may be deterioration of the developer replenisher
because of age or storage at too high a temperature. Do not mix more than a 2-week supply of developer
replenisher.
1. Transport Failure
2. Surface Artifacts
3. Abnormal Film Densities
4. Wet Films
5. Low Solution Levels
6. Overlapping of Films
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• • Film Feeding Error
Feed only single thicknesses of film. Feed the next film only after
the film feed signal sounds. If there is no film feed signal, refer the
difficulty to qualified service personnel.
• • • • Feed only compatible films.
• • Check that all Racks and Crossovers are seated correctly.
•• Check that the surfaces of all the Rollers are clean and smooth, especially in
the Developer Turnaround Assembly.
• • Check that the Dryer Air Tubes are in the correct positions.
•• Remove any dirt from the Dryer Rollers and Air Tubes, especially the slots.
Use a bottle brush and rinse with water.
•••• Check the replenishment volumes are correct.
•Adjust the Dryer temperature control setting to the lowest possible
temperature that still allows good drying.
• Clean the Feed Shelf and Detector Rollers.
•• •
Clean any biological growth in the Wash Tank with a mild solution of chlorine
bleach. Use 60 mL (2 fl oz) of bleach per 3.8 L (1 gallon) of water. Wipe the
Tanks with a soft sponge.
••
Check that the Weirs are seated correctly.
Check that the Tanks are full.

Correcting Difficulties
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•••• •Change any chemicals that were not mixed correctly, are exhausted, or are
contaminated.
Check that replenishment flow rates are correctly set. Fill the Replenishment
Tanks if necessary.
Mix the developer replenishment in quantities not to exceed a
2-week supply.
Always use a Splash Guard and Rack Drip Tray when lifting the
Fixer Rack to prevent contaminating the developer.
Mix chemicals as directed.
• • • Check that all Rollers are in place and positioned and rotating correctly.
• • • Check that all Roller Gears, Sprockets, and Idlers are engaged.
• • • Replace any Roller that has a broken or worn Gudgeons.
•• •
Replace any Bearings that do not allow the Turnaround Rollers to rotate
correctly.
•• Check the tension on the Rack Chain. Check that the Rollers do not hesitate
and that the Chain moves smoothly.
•With the PROCESSOR on, check for movement on the surface of the
solutions. Movement indicates recirculation. If the solutions are not moving,
contact qualified service personnel.
•• If the incoming wash water is dirty, clean the Rack and Tank thoroughly.
Change the incoming water Filter. Make sure to use the correct water Filter.
• Check that the Dryer Air Exhaust is free from any obstruction.
••
Check that the Turnaround Assembly is adjusted correctly. Make sure that the
Turnaround Assemblies are square with the Racks.
•• Check the incoming water temperature. Temperature must be between 4.4˚C
(40˚F) and 29.4˚C (85˚F).
•Check that the correct Bulb and Safelight Filter are in the Safelight and at the
correct distance from the Feed Shelf and work surface.
•• Check that the Top Cover and Panels are tight on the PROCESSOR.
Check that there are no leaks in the Lighttight Gasket.
• 10 x 10 cm films — feed films diagonally if they fail to transport reliably.
•Check the time delay. For all transport speeds, the buzzer should sound once
the trailing edge of the film has advanced 75 mm (3 in.) into the
PROCESSOR.
• • • • Check that the tank solution levels are at the overflow Weirs.
••
Adjust the Guide Shoes correctly.
NOTE: Most often in the Developer Turnaround. Adjust the long edges
of the guide shoes in the exit turnaround as close as possible to the rack
roller above them.
1. Transport Failure
2. Surface Artifacts
3. Abnormal Film Densities
4. Wet Films
5. Low Solution Levels
6. Overlapping of Films
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•Check for solution in the Replenishment Tanks. Fill if necessary.
NOTE: Mix developer replenisher in quantities not to exceed a 2-week
supply.
•
With a thermometer of known accuracy, check that the temperature of the
developer is correct for the mode selected -- Standard or Extended. If
adjustments are necessary, contact qualified service personnel.
NOTE: Check the incoming water temperature. It must be a
minimum of 4˚C (7˚F) lower than the desired developer
temperature.
• Check that the correct Bulb is in the Safelight.
•If the digital temperature display is blank and all noise
ceases, including the Main Drive Motor and the Ventilation Fan, turn off the
main power and the Main Power Switch on the PROCESSOR.
•• Check that the problem film is compatible with the mode selected, Standard or
Extended.
1. Transport Failure
2. Surface Artifacts
3. Abnormal Film Densities
4. Wet Films
5. Low Solution Levels
6. Overlapping of Films
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Cleanup and Periodic Maintenance
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Section 6: Cleanup and Periodic Maintenance
Daily
Caution
When using the cleaners, wear rubber gloves and suitable eye protection. Both system cleaners can be used
simultaneously, provided that safe-handling precautions are followed. Do not operate the PROCESSOR unless there
is solution (processing solution, system cleaner, or water) in both the developer and fixer Tanks.
Figure 14 Daily Cleaning of the Crossovers
Warning
Dangerous Voltage. Disconnect the main power before
doing any of the following cleanup procedures.
Note
The best time to do daily cleanup is at shutdown.
[1] Turn off the Main Power Switch.
[2] Disconnect the main power.
[3] Turn off the water supply.
[4] Remove the Top Cover.
Caution
• When removing the Crossover Assemblies, be
careful not to twist them out of square or disturb the
Guide Shoes.
• Use a damp cloth or a synthetic sponge and warm
water. Do not use any abrasive material on the
Racks, Crossover Assemblies, or Squeegee Rollers.
• Do not rinse the Detector Crossover Assembly or
the Dryer Assembly.
[5] Remove and rinse the Evaporation Covers.
[6] Remove and rinse the developer/fixer and
fixer/wash Crossover Assemblies. Use warm
water.
[7] Rotate and clean the Rollers with a soft brush and
warm water.
[8] Dry the Rollers with a damp cloth or synthetic
sponge.
[9] Wipe off all chemical deposits above the solution
level in the processing section.
[10] Clean off debris or buildup from the Dryer area with a warm, damp sponge or cloth.
[11] Install the Crossover Assemblies and the Evaporation Covers.
[12] Install the Top Cover leaving a 5 cm (2 in.) gap. Keep the Top Cover open overnight for venting purposes.
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ASSEMBLY
DRYER
ASSEMBLIES
CROSSOVER
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
DETECTOR
SHOE
GUIDE
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FEED
SHELF

OPERATOR MANUAL
Use only qualified service personnel to perform
18 all necessary adjustments and procedures. 09JUL98 – 981799
Every Two Weeks
Figure 15 Biweekly Cleaning of the Racks and
Crossovers
Warning
Dangerous Voltage. Disconnect the main power before
doing any of the following cleanup procedures.
[1] Perform the Daily Maintenance. See Page 17.
[2] Remove the Dryer Assembly.
Caution
Do not allow water to drip onto the equipment.
[3] Clean any debris or buildup from the dryer area
and the Dryer Assembly with a warm, damp
sponge or cloth.
Caution
• Fixer will contaminate the developer. When
removing the Rack Assemblies, use the Splash
Guard between the developer and fixer Tanks.
• Use the Drip Tray when removing or installing the
Racks. See Figure 9 on Page 9.
• Do not rinse the Detector Crossover Assembly or
the Dryer Assembly.
[4] Remove the Racks.
[5] Rinse the Racks and wipe them with a cloth.
[6] Check the following:
(a) that the Chains move freely and are adjusted
correctly
(b) that all the Rollers rotate correctly
(c) that the space between the Turnaround Side
Plates and the Rack Side Plates is equal and
that the Side Plates are parallel on both ends
[7] Check the operation of the Silver Recovery Unit,
if installed.
[8] Check that no solution is flowing through the
Bypass.
Note
If solution is present in the Bypass, the Silver Recovery Unit is not operating.
[9] Use Kodak SILVER ESTIMATING TEST PAPERS, CAT No. 196 5466, to check the silver content of the
solution flowing into the drain.
[10] If the test shows more than 1 gram/litre of silver, install a new cartridge in the Silver Recovery Unit.
H112_0066CC
H112_0066CCA
ASSEMBLY (2)
CROSSOVER
ASSEMBLY
DRYER
ASSEMBLY
CROSSOVER
DETECTOR
FEED SHELF
RACK (3)

Cleanup and Periodic Maintenance
Use only qualified service personnel to perform
981799 - 09JUL98 all necessary adjustments and procedures. 19
Figure 16 Silver Recovery Unit Figure 17 Rack and Turnaround Assembly
Figure 18 Cleaning the Replenishment Strainer Assemblies
[11] Clean the Replenishment Strainers when mixing new chemicals.
(a) Place pinch clamps on the tubing to stop the replenishment flow.
(b) Disassemble the Strainer Assemblies.
(c) Use a brush and warm water to clean the Strainer Assemblies and to remove dirt and chemical deposits
from the Screens.
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BYPASS
SILVER RECOVERY UNIT
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H112_0018AC
H112_0018ACB
SIDE PLATE (2)
TURNAROUND
PLATE (2)
SIDE
RACK
STUD
ROLLER
CHAIN
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SCREEN
STRAINER ASSEMBLY

OPERATOR MANUAL
Use only qualified service personnel to perform
20 all necessary adjustments and procedures. 09JUL98 – 981799
For Low-Volume Operations
Figure 19 Weirs Figure 20 Splash Guard and Drip Tray
[12] If the PROCESSOR handles a low volume, 30 sheets of film or less a day, do the following additional
maintenance every 2 weeks:
Caution
If the PROCESSOR has a Silver Recovery Unit attached, drain only one Tank at a time. When draining the Fixer
Tank, disconnect the Drain Tube at the input side of the Silver Recovery Unit, and direct it to the Floor Drain, before
lifting the Weir.
(a) Remove the Weirs on the developer and fixer Tanks. See Figure 19.
(b) Drain the Tanks.
(c) Flush with clean water.
(d) Install the Weirs, red for developer and blue for fixer.
(e) To fill the PROCESSOR fixer Tank, add fixer replenisher until the solution is at the higher Fill Line on
the blue Weir.
(f) To fill the PROCESSOR developer Tank:
1. Add 190 mL (6.5 fl oz) of Kodak RP X-Omat DEVELOPER STARTER according to the film
manufacturer’s recommendations.
2. Fill the developer Tank to the higher Fill Line on the red Weir with developer-replenisher solution.
Caution
When installing the Racks, use the Splash Guard. Lower the Racks slowly.
(g) Install the Racks, the Crossover Assemblies, and the Dryer Assembly. Check that each assembly seats
firmly.
(h) Turn on the main power, the water, and the PROCESSOR.
(i) Check the solutions. If the surfaces of the solutions are moving, the recirculation pumps are operating.
(j) When the Digital Temperature Display shows the correct reading, use a thermometer of known accuracy
and check the solution temperature in the developer Tank. The correct temperature is
Standard: 33.3˚C ±0.3˚C (92.0˚F ±0.5˚F) or Extended: 35˚C ±0.3˚C (95˚F ±0.5˚F)
H112_0014AC
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red
blue
beige
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DRIP TRAY
SPLASH GUARD
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