Nikon XT H 225 User manual

X-Tek X-ray and CT Inspection
XT H 225 X-ray System
Safety Manual
XTM0522-B1

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About this manual
This manual provides important health and safety information which must be read and
understood before operating the machine.
This manual may contain additional information about system features
that are not applicable to your specific hardware configuration.
It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation
instructions to avoid damage to the product and potential injury to
yourself or others.
This manual is divided into the following sections:
•Important health and safety information - It is mandatory to read and understand this
section before operating the X-ray system.
•Safety systems - Details the safety systems of the machine.
•Warnings - It is mandatory to read and understand this section before operating the X-
ray system.
•Introduction to the X-ray system - Provides an overview of the system and its
components.
•Maintenance - Covers preventative maintenance which should be carried out to ensure
reliable and safe operation.
•Declaration of conformity - Provides the declaration of conformity for the named
machine.
This manual covers the following model: XT H 225.

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Contents
1Important health and safety information 1
1.1 Safety notice ..............................................................................................................1
1.2 Intended use ..............................................................................................................2
1.3 In case of emergency ................................................................................................3
1.4 Health and safety information ....................................................................................3
1.5 Understanding the hazards .......................................................................................3
1.5.1 X-ray radiation ...........................................................................................................3
1.5.2 High voltages .............................................................................................................4
1.6 Hazard warning labels ...............................................................................................4
1.7 Disposal and recycling – European Union...............................................................12
2Safety systems 13
2.1 X-ray status indication .............................................................................................13
2.2 Emergency stop.......................................................................................................14
2.3 Door interlocking......................................................................................................14
2.4 Coolant sensing .......................................................................................................15
3Warnings 17
3.1 General ....................................................................................................................17
3.2 Electrical ..................................................................................................................18
3.3 X-ray source assembly ............................................................................................18
3.4 Vacuum system .......................................................................................................19
3.5 High voltage generator ............................................................................................20
3.6 Mechanical...............................................................................................................20
3.7 Chemical..................................................................................................................21
4Introduction to the X-ray system 23
4.1 System overview......................................................................................................23
4.2 Operator console .....................................................................................................26
4.3 System options ........................................................................................................27
4.4 Monitor and console arm adjustment ......................................................................27
4.5 Inspect-X..................................................................................................................29
4.5.1 The Inspect-X manipulator and imaging controls ....................................................32
5Maintenance 37
5.1 Preventive maintenance ..........................................................................................37
5.1.1 Maintenance checks ................................................................................................37
5.1.2 Interlock testing........................................................................................................39
6Declaration of conformity 41

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1 Important health and safety information
1.1 Safety notice
It is extremely important to read ALL safety information and instructions and any
accompanying documentation before operating the system. The Operator Safety Manual is
an integral part of the product and must be kept with the X-ray system at all times.
Heed all cautions and warnings during routine use of the system. All operators must have
read and understood the Safety Information and the X-ray system's Operating Instructions
and have received relevant training before using the X-ray system for X-ray inspection. Any
operator performing Routine Maintenance Tasks as detailed in the X-ray system's Operator
Manual must have received appropriate training in these procedures.
Before opening the operator door (or any other access panels), you
must switch X-rays off from the X-ray zone of Inspect-X.
Do not attempt to unpack, install or commission the system.
Unpacking and installation must only be performed by a qualified
Nikon Metrology service engineer.
Do not move the system. Contact a Nikon Metrology representative if
you wish to relocate the X-ray system.
The X-ray system is designed to operate under the following environmental conditions:
•External temperature range to be 10°C to 30°C.
•Relative humidity to be 30-80%.
•Vibration to be less than -200 µm/s RMS (ISO Residential Day).
•Air cleanliness must be ISO 8 (ISO 14644-1) and Pollution Degree 2 or better.
•The system is IP20 rated and not designed to be used in a wet environment.
The system should be sited on flat, suitably rated ground, with sufficient clearance left for
service access. Refer to the relevant installation drawing for your system for further details.

Important health and safety information
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Fusing requirements
Supply voltage/tap Recommended fuse/breaker capacity
100 V 16 A
110 V 15 A
115 V 15 A
200 V 10 A
220 V 10 A
230 V 8 A
240 V 8 A
This system is a Class A product and should not be connected to the
domestic electrical supply. In a domestic environment, this product may
cause harmonic interference. If the user wishes to connect to a
domestic supply they may be required to take adequate measures to
prevent interference.
Machines ship configured for a UK style 230 V (50/60 Hz) AC supply to
a single live conductor, a neutral conductor referenced to earth, and a
separate earth (TN-S). Other supply earth arrangements are not
supported.
The user must not configure or modify the electrical supply in any way.
Using domestic electrical fittings or inadequate wiring may lead to
fitting/wire overheating, failure, or electrical fire.
This system has high protective conductor currents
3.5 mA < IL< 10 mA.
It must be connected via either permanent fixed wiring or a suitable
industrial plug and socket.
1.2 Intended use
Nikon Metrology X-ray products are intended for non-destructive inspection of industrial and
electronic components using X-rays.
Do not use the system for any purpose other than its intended use.