Siemens MAGNETOM Skyra fit User manual

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MAGNETOM Skyrafit
Operator Manual – MR System
syngo MR E11
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MAGNETOM Skyrafit
Operator Manual – MR System
syngo MR E11

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1 Introduction 11
1.1 Layout of the operator manual 11
1.2 The current operator manual 11
1.3 Intended use 12
1.4 Authorized operating personnel 13
1.4.1 Definitions of different persons 13
2 Safety 15
2.1 Preface about safety 15
2.1.1 Hazards and risks 15
2.1.2 Common causes of accidents 15
2.1.3 Responsibility 15
2.1.4 Configuration of hazard hints 16
2.2 Common/permanently existing hazards 16
2.2.1 Electromagnetic fields 16
2.2.2 Safety instructions on the static magnetic
field 18
2.2.3 Safety instructions on RF and gradient
fields 20
2.2.4 Contraindications 23
2.2.5 Mechanical hazards 25
2.2.6 Compatibility 28
2.3 What else must be observed? 30
2.3.1 Ambient conditions 30
2.3.2 Access to the examination room 30
2.3.3 Noise development 31
2.3.4 Patient care 32
2.3.5 Artifacts and imaging errors 33
2.3.6 Maintenance/repair 38
2.3.7 Signs and symbols 38
2.3.8 System owner-related advices 41
2.3.9 Coils/quality assurance 41
2.4 In case of emergency 41
2.4.1 Emergency switches 41
2.4.2 Medical emergency 44
2.4.3 Coolant accidents 45
2.4.4 Fire/Fire fighting 46
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3 MR system components 47
3.1 Overview MR system 47
3.1.1 About function 47
3.1.2 Super-conducting magnet 47
3.1.3 Electronics cabinets 47
3.1.4 RF coils 49
3.2 syngo Acquisition Workplace 49
3.2.1 Host 50
3.2.2 Data recording 50
3.2.3 Monitor 50
3.2.4 Keyboard 51
3.2.5 Mouse 52
3.2.6 syngo MR Workplace (optional) 53
3.3 System control 53
3.3.1 Description 53
3.3.2 Operating the Dot display 57
3.4 Patient table 57
3.4.1 Description 57
3.4.2 Operating the patient table 59
3.5 Dockable patient table 64
3.5.1 Description 64
3.5.2 Operating the dockable patient table 65
3.6 Laser light localizer 70
3.6.1 Using the laser light localizer 70
3.7 Alarm box 72
3.7.1 Description 72
3.7.2 Checks 72
3.8 Intercom 74
3.8.1 Description 74
3.8.2 Operating the intercom 75
3.9 In-Room syngo Acquisition Workplace 76
3.9.1 Description 76
3.9.2 Operating the In-Room syngo Acquisition
Workplace 77
3.10 Other components and accessories 80
3.10.1 Gradient supervision 80
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4 Physiological imaging 83
4.1 Triggering methods 83
4.1.1 Prospective triggering 83
4.1.2 Retrospective gating 84
4.2 Physiological Measurement Unit (PMU) 84
4.2.1 Description 84
4.2.2 Preparing the measurement 89
4.3 ECG triggering 91
4.3.1 Description 91
4.3.2 Performing 92
4.4 Pulse triggering 95
4.4.1 Description 95
4.4.2 Performing 95
4.5 Respiratory triggering 96
4.5.1 Description 96
4.5.2 Performing 96
4.6 External triggering 97
4.6.1 Input for external trigger signal 97
4.6.2 Performing 98
5 MR system operation 99
5.1 Daily functionality checks 99
5.1.1 Checking the functionality and
cleanliness 99
5.2 Starting up and shutting down the MR system 100
5.2.1 Starting the system (System On) 101
5.2.2 Shutting down the system (System Off) 103
5.2.3 Shutting down the syngo MR Workplace 104
5.2.4 Starting/ending Standby 105
5.3 Preparing the MR system 105
5.3.1 Connecting the squeeze bulb 106
5.3.2 Setting tunnel conditions 106
5.4 Preparing the patient 106
5.4.1 Informing the patient 107
5.5 Physiological effects 108
5.5.1 Operating modes 108
5.5.2 Exposure to low frequency
electromagnetic fields 110
5.5.3 Exposure to RF electromagnetic fields 112
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5.6 Starting/Stopping the measurement 115
5.6.1 Starting the measurement 115
5.6.2 Stopping the measurement 115
6 Maintenance 117
6.1 Cleaning 117
6.1.1 Cleaning the LCD monitor/video display 117
6.1.2 Cleaning the camera lens 118
6.1.3 Cleaning the data carrier 118
6.1.4 Cleaning the plugs and connectors 118
6.1.5 Cleaning the patient table and the straps 118
6.1.6 Cleaning and disinfecting the receptors 118
6.1.7 Disinfecting system components 119
6.1.8 Care and cleaning of floors 119
6.2 Return and disposal 120
6.2.1 MR System 120
6.2.2 Packaging 120
6.2.3 Batteries and accumulators 120
7 Appendix: regulatory information 123
7.1 Medical devices of other manufacturers 123
7.2 CE for Physiological Measurement Unit (PMU) 124
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