Manual Arcadis Varic
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Maintenance Instructions
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ARCADIS Varic
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0 Table of Contents
1 _______ General ________________________________________________________ 5
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Required documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
When laser light localizer is present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
When I.I. laser light localizer is present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
For systems equipped with an integrated I.I. laser light localizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Required tools, test equipment and aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Potentially required spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Emphasized texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Safety information and preventive measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General safety information (in existing documents) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General electrical safety information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Radiation safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Safety information - risk of infection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Mechanical safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Systems equipped with an integrated I.I. laser light localizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Systems equipped with an I.I. laser light localizer or a single tank laser light localizer.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Information on the protective conductor resistance test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
System leakage current measurement information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Explanation of abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Visual inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Electrical inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Operating value inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Functional inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1.1 Requirements
The prerequisites described in Chapter 1 of the Replacement Instructions apply to mainte-
nance as well.
1.2.3 For systems equipped with an integrated I.I. laser light localizer
• Tool case*
• 1 set of Allen wrenches*
• Spring balance up to 200N 44 15 113 RH090
• Safety tester for leakage current and e.g., UNIMET 1100 05138727 Y0766
protective conductor resistance test safety tester
• DVM Fluke 8060A 97 02 101 Y4290
• Dosimeter, e.g., PTW Diados 97 17 612 Y0388
• Dynamic test case 37 90 156 X1963
• Precision radiation filter 99 00 598 XE999
• Set of resolution tests 28 71 820 RE999
• Set of radiation filters 97 98 596 G5321
• Centering cross (only with diamentor) 96 60 051 RE999
• SMfit Spotmeter 77 52 848
• Sealant 34 43 009
• Line impedance tester 84 28 104 Y4337
• Special oil (Optimol GmbH- Viscogen 73 95 353 RH090
KL300, 40g)
Bei einer Gefahr, die bei Nichtvermeidung zum Tod oder zu einer
schweren Körperverletzung führen kann.
Please note:
¹ The product-specific safety information in these
instructions,
¹ the general safety information in TD00-000.860.01...
and
¹ the safety information in accordance with ARTD part 2.
1.6.7 Systems equipped with an I.I. laser light localizer or a single tank laser
light localizer
NOTE For evaluation purposes, the first measured value and the
values documented during previous maintenance or safety
checks must be compared to the measured values. A sudden
or unexpected increase in the measured values may indicate
a defect in the protective conductor connections - even if the
limit value of 0.2 ohms is not exceeded. (Protective conduc-
tor or contacts).
The measurement must be performed according to DIN VDE 0751, Part 1 (refer to ARTD
Part 2). The protective conductor resistance for all touchable conductive parts must be
measured during the normal operating state of the system.
Make sure that control cables or data cables between the components of the system are
not mistaken for protective conductor connections.
During the measurement, the power cable and additional connection cables which also cre-
ate the protective conductor connection between system parts (e.g. monitor cable between
the basic unit and monitor trolley) must be moved section by section to detect cable breaks.
The protective conductor resistance must not exceed 0.2 ohms.
Fig. 1: Measuring circuit for measuring the protective conductor resistance for units that are
The values determined, including the measuring points, must be recorded and evaluated
in the protective conductor resistance protocol.
The measuring procedure and the measuring device used (designation and serial number)
must also be documented.
Observe the instructions in the "Safety Rules for Installation and Repair"
(ARTD-002.731.17 ...).
Additionally, country-specific regulations and norms must be observed.
However, please note the minimum resolution of the system leakage current measuring
instrument and any additional manufacturer's data restricting the use of the measuring
device.
Fig. 2: Measuring circuit for measuring the system leakage current according to the differential
current method in compliance with DIN VDE 0751-1/2001-10, Fig. C6 for protection
If the direct measurement of the system leakage current is used (measurement setup
according to (Fig. 3 / p. 17)), the system must be insulated during the measurement and
must not be touched.
Fig. 3: Measuring circuit for direct measurement of the system leakage current in compliance with
DIN VDE 0751-1/2001-10, Fig. C5 for protection class I.
Pos. 1 = System
Pos. 2 = Application part type B (if available)
Pos. 3 = Measurement setup (integrated into measuring device)
The system must be switched on during measurement. Measuring devices with automated
measuring sequences must therefore be set to manual measurement.
This value must not exceed the permissible leakage current values according to DIN VDE
0751-1/2001-10, Table F.1, line "system leakage current for units according to remarks 1
and 3" of
2.5 mA.
Measure and record the current line voltage. If the measured line voltage deviates from the
nominal voltage, correct the measured value to the value corresponding to a measurement
at the nominal value of the line voltage. This must also be documented.
Document the measuring procedure (differential measurement or direct measurement)
and the measuring device used (designation and serial number).
In the case of repeat measurements, the measured value must also be evaluated.
NOTE For evaluation purposes, the first measured value and the
values documented during previous maintenance or safety
checks must be compared to the measured values. A sudden
or unexpected increase in the measured values may indicate
that a fault has occurred in the primary power supply circuit
(insulation damage, damage from moisture, defective inter-
ference suppressor, etc.) - even if the limit value of 2.5 mA is
not exceeded.
Abbrev. Explanation
SI Safety inspection
SIE Electrical safety inspection
SIM Mechanical safety inspection
PM Preventive maintenance
PMP Periodic preventive maintenance
PMA Preventive maintenance adjustments
PMF Preventive check of the operating values and functions
Q Quality quality, image quality
QIQ Image quality
QSQ System quality check
SW Software maintenance
The steps identified by these abbreviations are listed as checkpoints in the Maintenance
Protocol and must be checked off there accordingly.
2.2.1 Outlets
SIE Damage
SIE Line voltage
SIE Internal line impedance
• Check outlets used to operate the system for damage.
• Measure the line voltage and compare it to the line voltage label on the monitor cart.
• Measure the internal line impedance
SIM Brakes
• Use the spring balance to check whether the orbital brake, angulation brake, swivel
brake, horizontal lift brake, and vertical lift brake reach the defined braking values in the
braked state (Replacement of Parts Instructions for ARCADIS Varic).
SIM C-arm
• Perform all C-arm movements while paying attention to the bearing play and bearing
noises.
SIM Wheels
• Move ARCADIS Varic on a flat surface.
• Evaluate the straight and quiet movement of the ARCADIS Varic.
• Replace damaged wheels.
SIM Lifting column
NOTE There may not be any additional weight on the C-Arm for
these checks and adjustments, e.g. lead aprons or other
cover panels.
SIM ID labels
• Check the completeness and condition of the ID labels.
- If they are no longer legible, replace them.
3.1.1 Monitor
SIM TFT monitor(s)
• Check monitor(s) for damage.
• Check monitor(s) for proper attachment to the monitor trolley.
• Check additional monitors for damage and proper attachment to the wall bracket / mon-
itor support system (if applicable).
NOTE With the installation of the VC10A SP1 software updates, the
possible configurations for the buzzer and block time set-
tings were adapted to the current national standards and reg-
ulations and expanded accordingly.
The online help contains corresponding explanations
regarding the functions that can be configured.
Refer to the functions corresponding to the configuration for
the acoustic warning signal and mandatory shutdown of
radiation.
This information is also published in the system start-up
instructions.
• Perform, document and evaluate the protective conductor test after all work steps have
been completed and all cover panels closed. The protective conductor resistance must
not exceed 0.2 ohms. See chapter "Final work steps."
SIE System leakage current
NOTE Observe the instructions for the system leakage current mea-
surement in the "General" chapter.
The system leakage current measurement is part of the
safety inspection may be performed only after the protective
conductor test has been passed.
See chapter "Final work steps"
• Perform, document and evaluate the leakage current measurement after all work steps
have been completed, all cover panels closed, and the protective conductor test has
been passed. The leakage current must not exceed 2.5 mA. See chapter "Final work
steps."
4.1 Maintenance
PMP Cleaning the system
• Clean the entire system:
- Visible cables
- Outside surfaces
- Running surfaces of the wheels
- Interior space
PMP System ventilation
• Clean the ventilation slots of the ARCADIS Varic stand and monitor cart.
4.3.1 Monitor
SIE TFT monitor
• Check the TFT monitor with the image quality assurance test.
4.3.2 Unit
SIE Cassette exposure collimation (if present)
• Check cassette exposure collimation.
X - Attach the cassette holder with the cassette and film to the I.I.
- The iris diaphragm opens fully when the cassette is inserted.
- The mA display switches to mAs in the exposure data field and the operation indica-
tor switches off.
- Initiate an exposure with 40 kV and 5 mAs and develop the film. The collimator plate
should run in parallel to the edges of the film and should be visible at all four sides of
the film and on the film edge.
- The iris collimator will move to the size set previously under fluoroscopy when the iris
collimator buttons are pressed simultaneously.
• Correction:
- See the Main System Adjustment Instructions, "Setting the cassette exposure colli-
mation".
SIE Dose-area product meter (if present)
• Check the dose-area product meter and test its accuracy (see the Main System Adjust-
ment Instructions SPR2-310.842.01...).
SIE Air kerma meter (if present)
• Check the air kerma meter and test its accuracy (see the Main System Adjustment
Instructions SPR2-310.842.01...).
PMF Laser camera connection (if present)
• Check the function of the laser camera connection.
PMF Check the operating function.
• Check all system operating functions.
PMF Monitor display of the iris collimator aperture
• Select I.I. full format.
• Close the iris collimator (X-iris) completely.
• Mark the diameter of the iris collimator aperture displayed on the monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly. The actual diameter of the iris collimator is visible. The
monitor display previously shown has to coincide in position and diameter with the
actual iris collimator aperture.
• Open the iris collimator completely.
• Mark the diameter of the iris collimator aperture displayed on the monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly. The actual diameter of the iris collimator is visible. The
monitor display previously shown has to coincide in position and diameter with the
actual iris collimator aperture.
• Select I.I. zoom format.
• Close the iris collimator (X-iris) completely.
• Mark the diameter of the iris collimator aperture displayed on the monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual diameter of the iris collimator is visible. The monitor display previously
shown has to coincide in position and diameter with the actual iris collimator aperture.
• Open the iris collimator completely.
• Mark the diameter of the iris collimator aperture displayed on the monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual diameter of the iris collimator is visible. The monitor display previously
shown has to coincide in position and diameter with the actual iris collimator aperture.
PMF Monitor display of the slot diaphragm positions
• Select I.I. full format.
• Completely close the slot diaphragm and rotate the slot diaphragm from its basic posi-
tion.
• Mark the distance and angle of rotation of the displayed slot diaphragm position on the
monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual position (distance of the blades and angle of rotation) of the slot diaphragm
is visible. The monitor display previously shown must correspond in position and angle
of rotation with the actual slot diaphragm position.
• Open the slot diaphragm completely and rotate it again.
• Mark the distance and angle of rotation of the displayed slot diaphragm position on the
monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual position (distance of the blades and angle of rotation) of the slot diaphragm
is visible. The monitor display previously shown must correspond in position and angle
of rotation with the actual slot diaphragm position.
• Select I.I. zoom format.
• Completely close the slot diaphragm and rotate the slot diaphragm from its basic posi-
tion.
• Mark the distance and angle of rotation of the displayed slot diaphragm position on the
monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual position (distance of the blades and angle of rotation) of the slot diaphragm
is visible.
• The monitor display previously shown must correspond in position and angle of rota-
tion with the actual slot diaphragm position.
• Open the slot diaphragm completely and rotate it again.
• Mark the distance and angle of rotation of the displayed slot diaphragm position on the
monitor.
X • Release fluoroscopy briefly.
The actual position (distance of the blades and angle of rotation) of the slot diaphragm
is visible. The monitor display previously shown must correspond in position and angle
of rotation with the actual slot diaphragm position.
NOTE Perform this check with the lowest possible kV values so that
the front edges of the slot diaphragm plate are effectively
visualized.
NOTE For evaluation purposes, the first measured value and the
values documented during previous maintenance or safety
checks must be compared to the measured values. A sudden
or unexpected increase in the measured values may indicate
a defect in the protective conductor connections - even if the
limit value of 0.2 ohms is not exceeded. (Protective conduc-
tor or contacts).
NOTE For evaluation purposes, the first measured value and the
values documented during previous maintenance or safety
checks must be compared to the measured values. A sudden
or unexpected increase in the measured values may indicate
that a fault has occurred in the primary power supply circuit
(insulation damage, damage from moisture, defective inter-
ference suppressor, etc.) - even if the limit value of 2.5 mA is
not exceeded.