Kodak HEALTH SCIENCES MINILOADER 2 Plus Low Voltage... User manual

for the
Use this Publication for:-
MINILOADER 2 Plus Model Stand-alone (SV code 3236), MINILOADER 2 Plus Model M35-M (SV code 3239)
and MINILOADER 2 Plus Model 480RA (SV code 3240).
Publication No. II 3239
December 1992
© Kodak Ltd. 1992
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Kodak MINILOADER 2 PLUS
HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION

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PLEASE NOTE
The information contained herein is based on the experience and knowledge
relating to the subject matter gained by Kodak Ltd. prior to publication.
No patent licence is granted by this information.
Kodak 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 the use of this information,
even if loss or damage is caused by Kodak's negligence or other fault.
This equipment includes parts and assemblies sensitive to damage from electrostatic
discharge. Use caution to prevent damage during all service procedures.
CAUTION

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR M35-M VERSION 4
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR 480RA VERSION 13
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR STAND-ALONE VERSION 16
MAMMOGRAPHY CASSETTE PREPARATION 20
VIDEO CASSETTE PREPARATION 21
INSTALLATION CHECK LIST22
APPENDIX "A" - SUITABLE STANDS 26
PUBLICATION CHANGE NOTE TABLE 29
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UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR M35-M VERSION.
NOTE :- A 5 or 6 amp fused supply should be provided for the MINILOADER.
1. The MINILOADER is in the smaller of the two PACKING CASES, the larger CASE contains the
STAND for the MINILOADER and the parts for the M35-M.
2. Remove the BANDING from the larger PACKING CASE and lift the CARTON off the PALETTE.
3. Unpack and check all the parts. The CASE should contain :-
PART QUANT. DESCRIPTION
30015562 8COUNTERSUNK SCREWS M4x12 - (FOR PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30015569 1PLAIN WASHER M4 - (LEFT HAND PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30015612 2NUT M4 - (LEFT HAND PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30015655 4SCREW, HEXAGONAL, M8x20 - (FASTENING MINI. TO THE STAND)
30015669 2STAR WASHER M4 - (FAN GRID GROUNDING)
30015691 1SCREW M4x12 - (LEFT HAND PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30025836 4STAR WASHER M10 - (USED TO GROUND M35-M TO PLINTH)
30025838 4STAR WASHER M8 - (USED TO GROUND MINILOADER TO STAND)
30025842 7CUP WASHER M4 - (FOR PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30025843 8CAGED NUT M4 - (FOR PROCESSOR PANEL FIXING)
30026148 1STAND ASSY. - (FOR MINILOADER)
30026149 1FRONT PANEL ASSY - M35-M
30026151 1REAR PANEL ASSEMBLY - M35-M (INCLUDES 30026153 & 30026157)
30026155 1DRIER EXIT PLATE - M35-M
30026162 1PLINTH - M35-M
30026172 6RETAINING BLOCKS
30026180 1PROCESSOR LIGHT BAFFLE
30026205 1M35-M TRANSPARENT PANEL - LEFT
30026206 1M35-M TRANSPARENT PANEL - RIGHT
30026252 1M35-M TRANSPARENT PANEL - FRONT
30025253 1M35-M FAN GRID
30026254 1BRACKET, M35-M TRANSPARENT PANEL RIGHT, RETAINING
30026255 1PLATE, M35-M MAINS SWITCH PROTECTING
4. In the position where the MINILOADER is to stand, (the rear of the STAND is the open end), level the
STAND using the JACKING SCREWS leaving a gap of approximately 15 mm between the floor and the
bottom of the STAND. See FIGURE 1.
5. Unpack the M35-M PROCESSOR, remove the LID, FRONT PANEL, and the two SIDE PANELS.
Unscrew the STAND-BY OVERRIDE BUTTON from the REAR PANEL (leave the wires connected).
Remove the REAR PANEL, disconnecting the EXHAUST HOSE from the EXHAUST ADAPTOR.
Remove the EXHAUST ADAPTOR, and the PANEL FIXING SCREWS and RETAINING WASHERS
from the REAR PANEL and keep. Discard all PANELS.

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Figure 1
Screw for height
adjustment
Miniloader
Stand
15 mm
6. Place the PROCESSOR PLINTH (the PLINTH is symmetrical, it can be either way round) in position
under the STAND. Roll the MINILOADER STAND away and install the FLOOR PLATES supplied
with the PROCESSOR under the LEVELLING FEET, and level the PLINTH leaving a gap of
approximately 25 mm between the floor and the bottom of the PLINTH. See FIGURE 2.
Figure 2
Processor plinth
25 mm

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7. Roll the STAND away and install the PROCESSOR on the PLINTH, the front of the PROCESSOR
towards the front of the STAND, and secure it using the SCREWS supplied with the PROCESSOR and
the M10 STAR WASHERS supplied in the kit. See FIGURE 3. IMPORTANT, MAKE SURE THERE
IS NO PAINT ON THE PROCESSOR PLINTH WHERE THE STAR WASHERS CONNECT.
FIGURE 3
8. Remove the BANDING from the smaller PACKING CASE then lift the CARTON off the
MINILOADER PALETTE.
9. Remove the MAGAZINES from the top of the MINILOADER and unpack them.
The case should contain:-
PARTNo. QUANT DESCRIPTION
xxxxxxxx 1MINILOADER 2 PLUS M35-M VERSION
30023169 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30023168 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 24x30 CM
30026197 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 8x10 INCH
30023197 1SERIAL UNLOADING MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30026262 1SERIAL UNLOADING MAGAZINE 24x30 CM
30025844 2KEYS FOR INTERLOCK OVERRIDE (INSIDE MINILOADER)
30025849 1CAN OF TOUCH-UP PAINT
30026265 1PIN 6 x 35 MM (INSIDE MINILOADER)
10. Remove the LID and lift the MINILOADER onto its STAND. The front of the MINILOADER is at
the front of the STAND. IMPORTANT - ONLY LIFT THE MINILOADER BY THE FRAME AS
SHOWN IN FIGURE 4.
Original processor
levelling screws
New M10 star
washers

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11. Secure the MINILOADER on it’s STAND using the four socket head SCREWS and M8 STAR
WASHERS supplied with the STAND. IMPORTANT - ENSURE THERE IS NO PAINT ON THE
STAND WHERE THE STAR WASHERS CONNECT.
12. Remove the left hand SIDE PANEL from the MINILOADER.
13. Remove the following PACKING PROTECTIONS :-
a) The two RUBBER TIES that restrain the two SUCKER BARS.
b) The packing BLOCKS under the TWO SUCKER BARS.
c) The protection PACKING from the film exit CHUTE.
d) The TIE-WRAP from the MAGAZINE INJECTOR BAR.
e) The TIE from the CASSETTE INJECTOR.
14. Remove the BAG containing the SERVICE KEYS and the ZERO POSITION PEG.
!! CAUTION TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THE MINILOADER !!
Only lift by the frame
Star washers (4)
Screws (4)
Figure 4

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16. Refit the EXHAUST ADAPTOR (removed in step 5) to the new PROCESSOR REAR PANEL using the
existing HARDWARE. Fit the new REAR PANEL to the PROCESSOR using the original SCREWS
etc. Connect the EARTH LEAD from the PANEL to the M35-M ELECTRICAL BOX as shown in
FIGURE 6. Refit the STAND-BY/RUN SWITCH. Reconnect the M35-M EXHAUST HOSE to the
EXHAUST ADAPTOR.
15. Mount the six aluminium RETAINING BLOCKS on the top of the PROCESSOR FRAME as shown in
FIGURE 5.
All dimensions in mm.
25
215
Dev
Fix
Wash
394
25
132
215
Figure 5
Figure 6
New rear panel
Electrical box Earth lead
Blocks mount this way up.

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17. Remove the TOP and BOTTOM COVERS from the M35-M DRIER ASSEMBLY and retain. Remove
the EXIT PLATE from the DRIER ASSEMBLY and keep one of the longer SCREWS (8/32 UNC x 5/8").
Discard the EXIT PLATE and the other SCREWS. Fit the new EXIT PLATE supplied using the five new
SCREWS and the one retained SCREW. See FIGURE 7.
18. Complete all the PLUMBING and WIRING to the PROCESSOR. See FIGURE 8 for the purpose of the
HOLES in the REAR PANEL.
Processor power cable
Stand-by/Run switch
Water inlet
Replenisher inlets
Exhaust
Drain outlets
D
WF
Figure 8
New screws (5)
Retained screw here
New exit plate
Figure 7

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20. Fit the FAN GRID, using the original SCREWS, but adding the M4 STAR WASHERS.
IMPORTANT - THE PAINT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE FRAME WHERE THE STAR
WASHERS CONTACT IT. See FIGURE 10.
Grid
Screw
New Star Washers
Remove paint
here
Grid
Screw
Screw
Figure 10
Figure 9
19. Discard the parts shown in FIGURE 9, but replace the CLIP which retains the ACCESS PANEL in place.
Replace the clip here
Discard these parts

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21. Fit the PROCESSOR protection PANELS as shown in FIGURES 11, 12 & 13.
Figure 12
Original reed switch
Behind original
clip
Figure 11
New clear panel
(30026206)
Mount the eight M4 CAGED NUTS (30025843) in the eight holes in the PROCESSOR FRAME where
indicated (removing old SPEED NUTS where necessary) and fasten the new clear PANELS and new
METAL BRACKETS using the M4 COUNTERSUNK SCREWS (30015562) and CUP WASHERS
(30025842). Also make the other fastenings as shown in the Figures.
Existing
screw
Countersunk screw 1
Existing screw
New metal bracket
(30026254)
Countersunk Screw 3
Screw (30015691)
Washer
(30015569)
Nuts (30015612)
Countersunk Screw 2
New clear
panel
(30026205)
Behind original clip Behind original clip

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Countersunk screw 8
(no cup washer here)
New clear panel
(30026252)
Countersunk
screw 7
New metal plate
(30015562)
Countersunk
screws 4 & 5
Position the MINILOADER and STAND in front of the M35-M. Pull the Miniloader over the PROCESSOR
(lifting it slightly to clear the STOPS). Fasten the CABLE RETAINING BLOCK to the PROCESSOR
REAR PANEL using the SCREWS provided. See FIGURE 14. Check that the CABLE is not strained when
the MINILOADER is pulled forward to its STOPS. Lay the LIGHT BAFFLE in position on the top of the
PROCESSOR. Plug in the two FLYING LEADS for PHOTOCELL FC9 and STAND-BY OVER-RIDE.
Pull the MINILOADER into its fully docked position and ensure the relative heights of the MINILOADER
and PROCESSOR are correct. Adjust if necessary.
23. Complete the installation of the M35-M PROCESSOR, using the M35-M INSTALLATION MANUAL.
IMPORTANT, THE M35-M MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE M35-M
INSTALLATION MANUAL AND ADDITIONALLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL
PRACTICES. Then go to the INSTALLATION CHECK LIST on page II-22 of this PUBLICATION.
Cable retaining
block
Flying
leads
Figure 14
Figure 13.
Countersunk
screw 6
Light baffle
22.

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UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR 480RA VERSION.
1. Remove the BANDING from the PACKING CASE then lift the CARTON off the MINILOADER
PALETTE.
2. Remove the MAGAZINES from the top of the MINILOADER and unpack them.
The case should contain:-
PARTNo. QUANT DESCRIPTION
xxxxxxxx 1MINILOADER 2 PLUS VERSION 480RA
30023169 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30023168 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 24x30 CM
30026197 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 8x10 INCH
30023197 1SERIAL UNLOADING MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30026262 1SERIAL UNLOADING MAGAZINE 24x30 CM
30015540 2SCREW, M4 x 30 (USED TO FASTEN MINILOADER TO PROCESSOR)
30015564 2NUT, M4 (USED TO FASTEN MINILOADER TO PROCESSOR)
30015612 2NUT, THIN, M4 (USED TO FASTEN MINILOADER TO PROCESSOR)
30025844 2KEYS FOR INTERLOCK OVERRIDE (INSIDE MINILOADER)
30025845 4LARGE DIAMETER WASHER M4 (USED TO FASTEN MINI TO PROC)
30025846 4SCREW, HEXAGON HEAD, M8 x 40 (MINILOADER LEVELLING FEET)
30025848 4WASHER, FLAT, M8
30025849 1CAN OF TOUCH-UP PAINT
30026265 1PIN 6 x 35 MM (INSIDE MINILOADER)
3. Fit the four LEVELLING SCREWS (30025846) to the tapped HOLES in the BASE of the
MINILOADER.
4. Remove the LID and lift the MINILOADER onto its STAND. Drawings of suitable STANDS are shown
in APPENDIX "A".
!! CAUTION TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THE MINILOADER !!
5. If the STAND is metal, an earth connection must be made between the STAND and the MINILOADER..
IMPORTANT - ENSURE THE PAINT IS REMOVED WHERE THE EARTH CONNECTION IS
MADE.
7. Remove the left hand SIDE PANEL from the MINILOADER.

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Remove the following PACKING PROTECTIONS :-
a) The two RUBBER TIES that restrain the two SUCKER BARS.
b) The packing BLOCKS under the TWO SUCKER BARS.
c) The protection PACKING from the FILM EXIT CHUTE.
d) The TIE-WRAP from the MAGAZINE INJECTOR BAR.
e) The TIE from the CASSETTE INJECTOR.
Remove the BAG containing the SERVICE KEYS and the ZERO POSITION PEG.
In the two HOLES under the PROCESSOR FEED SLOT marked "X", install the two SCREWS M4 x 30,
and the two THIN M4 NUTS as shown below in figure 15. Place one of the M4 LARGE DIAMETER
WASHERS on each SCREW.
Screw
Processor Miniloader
Nut
Thin nut
Washers
X
X
Processor entry slot
Figure 15
8.
9.
10.

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Align the MINILOADER and PROCESSOR horizontally as shown in figure 16, fit the other two M4
LARGE DIAMETER WASHERS and the M4 NUTS. Do not tighten the NUTS yet. It is very important
to have the alignment correct, especially for an RA PROCESSOR because the CHUTE EXTENSION can
interfere with the LED's inside the FILM ENTRY.
By adjusting the LEVELLING SCREWS on the MINILOADER, (and the PROCESSOR if necessary),
set the height of the MINILOADER. The vertical alignment is correct when a FILM hits the lower EN-
TRY ROLLER 1.5 mm below the nip of the ROLLERS. See figure 17.
13. When both horizontal and vertical alignments are correct, tighten the M4 NUTS.
14. Go to the INSTALLATION CHECK LIST on page II-22 of this publication to complete the installation..
MINILOADER PROCESSOR
Align the two frames here.
PLAN VIEW
1.5 mm
Entry rollers
of processor
Film
HORIZONTAL
ALIGNMENT
Figure 16
VERTICAL
ALIGNMENT
Figure 17
11.
12.

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UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR STAND-ALONE VERSION.
1. Remove the BANDING from the PACKING CASE then lift the CARTON off the MINILOADER
PALETTE.
2. Remove the MAGAZINES from the top of the MINILOADER and unpack them.
The case should contain:-
PARTNo. QUANT DESCRIPTION
xxxxxxxx 1MINILOADER 2 PLUS STAND-ALONE VERSION
30023169 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30023168 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 24x30 CM
30026197 1SUPPLY MAGAZINE 8x10 INCH
30026239 1RECEIVING MAGAZINE 18x24 CM
30026240 1RECEIVING MAGAZINE 24x30 CM / MIXED SIZES
30025844 2KEYS FOR INTERLOCK OVERRIDE (INSIDE MINILOADER)
30025845 4LARGE FLAT WASHERS, INTERNAL DIAMETER 8 MM
30025846 4SET SCREW, HEXAGON HEAD, M8 x 40 MM
30025847 4SET SCREW, HEXAGON HEAD, M8 x 60 MM
30025849 1CAN OF TOUCH-UP PAINT
30026265 1PIN 6 x 35 MM (INSIDE MINILOADER, PACKED WITH THE KEYS)
3. Remove the LID and lift the MINILOADER onto a suitable STAND or BENCH. See figure 18 for
detailsof the holes required in the STAND or BENCH to secure the MINILOADER. See APPENDIX
"A" for drawings of suitable STANDS
!! CAUTION TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THE MINILOADER !!
580 mm
centres
660 mm
770 mm
690 mm centres
Feed
end. Receiv- ing
end
Drill 4 HOLES 10 mm
diameter in the
STAND or BENCH.
Figure 18

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Secure the MINILOADER on it’s STAND using four of the supplied HEXAGON HEADED SCREWS
(use the most appropriate length SCREW 40 or 60 mm to suit the thickness of the BENCH top). If desired
also use the large flat WASHERS (supplied) under the HEADS of the SCREWS. Using the large WASH-
ERS means that the locating holes can be made larger and do not need to be as accurately drilled.
If the STAND is metal, M8 STAR WASHERS should be used to make sure the STAND is earthed.
IMPORTANT - ENSURE THERE IS NO PAINT ON THE STAND WHERE THE STAR WASHERS
CONNECT.
Remove the left hand SIDE PANEL from the MINILOADER.
Remove the following PACKING PROTECTIONS :-
a) The two RUBBER TIES that restrain the two SUCKER BARS.
b) The packing BLOCKS under the TWO SUCKER BARS.
c) The TIE-WRAP from the MAGAZINE INJECTOR BAR.
d) The TIE from the CASSETTE INJECTOR.
Remove the BAG containing the SERVICE KEYS and the ZERO POSITION PEG.
There are two methods of collecting exposed FILMS in the STAND -ALONE MINILOADER.
i) 18 x 24 and 24 x 30 mammography FILMS are collected in separate RECEIVING MAGAZINES which
the OPERATOR changes when they change size. This is the default configuration. If this is the configura-
tion you require, fix the "24 x 30" LABEL and REFLECTIVE PATCH (packed inside the 24 x 30 RE-
CEIVING MAGAZINE) to the MAGAZINE, see figure 19. Then go to the INSTALLATION CHECK
LIST on page II-22 of this publication.
ii) All sizes, 18 x 24 & 24 x 30 mammography FILMS and 8 x 10 inch video FILMS are collected in one
RECEIVING MAGAZINE. Note :- If the MINILOADER is set up in this way, the RECEIVING
MAGAZINE cannot subsequently be unloaded by a MINILOADER using SERIAL MODE. If this is the
configuration you require, proceed as follows.
Fix the LABEL "CAUTION!
RECEIVING MAGAZINE ONLY
CANNOT BE UNLOADED BY A MINILOADER"
which is packed inside the 24 x 30 RECEIVING MAGAZINE onto the outside of the MAGAZINE over
the existing LABEL.
Do not fix the "24 x 30" LABEL or the REFLECTIVE PATCH to the MAGAZINE.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

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10. PHOTOCELL FC7 must be moved so it detects the MAGAZINE FULL PATCH at the HINGE end of
the RECEIVING MAGAZINE. See figure 20.
New position of FC7 for collection
of all films in one magazine
Unscrew the PHOTOCELL and move it to the opposite end of the mounting bracket. See figure 21.
Remember to adjust the PHOTOCELL to give correct MAGAZINE FULL detection as you complete the
installation.
24 x 30 label only fixed to magazine when
separate collection method used
Reflective patch applied
here only when separate
collection method used.
Change this label to
"CAUTION
RECEIVING MAGAZINE ONLY
CANNOT BE UNLOADED BY A MINILOADER"
when all films are being
collected in single magazine
Figure 19
Original position of FC7 for
separate collection of films
Figure 20
Original position of FC7
New position of photocell
Figure 21

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11. The DIPSWITCH on PCB 301 must be altered as shown below so the PROGRAM knows which system
of collecting the FILM is in operation. See figure 22.
OFF ON
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8OFF ON
ALL FILM SIZES COLLECTED
IN THE SAME RECEIVING
MAGAZINE
18 x 24 & 24 x 30 FILMS
COLLECTED SEPARATELY
Figure 22
12. Go to the INSTALLATION CHECK LIST on page II-22 of this publication to complete the installation.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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MAMMOGRAPHY CASSETTE PREPARATION.
This is the TYPE 2
position. PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
All MINILOADER CASSETTES must be patched correctly otherwise reliable operation is impossible. The
CASSETTES should be patched as shown below using TOOLS 9194531 & 9194511. The correct PATCHES
are PART NUMBER 9194551, REFLECTIVE FOIL 8 x 15 mm. Place 3 PATCHES (8 x 15 mm) as shown in
figures 23 and 24, using the TOOLS as indicated.
If MODIFICATION 2 is active, no MAMMOGRAPHY CASSETTES should have a second (TYPE 2) patch.
Figure 23
Figure 24