Important health and safety information
XT H 225 X-ray System XTM0522-B1 3
1.3 In case of emergency
To make the system safe in case of emergency, push the emergency
stop button and isolate the system from mains power. The emergency
stop button is located on the control console.
1.4 Health and safety information
1. The relevant “Health and Safety at Work” authorities, for your country, may need to be
informed that you are in possession of equipment designed for the generation of X-rays.
This is a statutory requirement in many countries, including the UK.
2. You must comply with all legislation for X-ray generating equipment existing in your
country. In some countries, both national and local government regulations apply. For
example, in the USA the use of X-ray equipment is controlled by both Federal and State
regulations. In the UK, the applicable regulations are the Ionising Radiation Regulations
1999 (IRR99).
3. It is essential that the personnel engaged in the operation and maintenance, and any
repair of this equipment, be competent and experienced in this work, and that they
comply with the relevant statutory requirements and regulations.
These include either the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (UK
Regulations), or the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) as published in the
Code of Federal Regulations (USA), title 29, part 1910, and any additions or
amendments that may become legal requirements.
The personnel should also comply with the equivalent statutory requirements of their own
country.
4. Any operator performing routine maintenance on the X-ray system must be trained to
carry out these procedures.
Refer to the Operator Manual provided either physically or electronically with the X-ray
system for details of these procedures.
5. Ensure that the control console and monitor support arms are adjusted for comfortable
operator use and then firmly locked in position, where applicable.
Take advice on the safe use of computer and monitor equipment as provided by local
regulations.
6. Take care when loading and unloading samples from the system. Never overload the
manipulator. Repeated opening of the door and sample loading may lead to discomfort.
Customers should comply with Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
(PUWER).
7. Noise emitted by the X-ray system is minimal. The level of noise will not exceed
an A-weighted pressure level of 70 dB (A).
8. The cabinet can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with water. Switch off and isolate
mains power before cleaning, and allow to dry before reconnecting. Take care when
cleaning as mechanical hazards are present.
1.5 Understanding the hazards
1.5.1 X-ray radiation
X-rays are ionising radiation. High doses of ionising radiation can cause lasting injuries,
disfigurement and (in extreme cases) death.
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