Agfa Classic E.O.S User Manual
Classic E.O.S.
User manual
© Agfa-Gevaert N.V. 2000.
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Classic E.O.S. is a trademark of Agfa-Gevaert N.V., Belgium
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Table of contents
Chapter 1: Introducing the Classic E.O.S...............................................................5
Welcome to the Classic E.O . S ....................................... .......... ........... .......... ........... 6
Safety precautions......................................................... ..........................................7
Safety compliance ......................................................... .......... ................................8
The control panel.....................................................................................................9
Switching the Classic E.O.S. on............................................................................ 12
Switching the Classic E.O.S. off............................................................................ 14
Chapter 2: Basic operation ...................................................... ..................... ......... 15
Processing films....................................................................................................16
Processing an emergency film...............................................................................19
Chapter 3: Advanced operation..... ..................... ........... ..................... .......... ......... 21
Recommended chemicals.....................................................................................22
Customization........................................................................................................23
Survey of the preventive maintenance work.......................................................... 24
Troubleshooting checklist .............. ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ......... 26
Appendix A: Equipment information sheet.......................................................... 29
Specifications................................................................ .......... ..............................3 0
Accessories................................... ........................................................................ 34
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Chapter
Introducing the Classic E.O.S.
This chapter introduces the Classic E.O.S. to the user and
draws the attention to some important safety precautions.
❑ Welcome to the Classic E.O.S.
❑ Safety precautions
❑ Safety compliance
❑ The control panel
❑ Switching the Classic E.O.S. on
❑ Switching the Classic E.O.S. off
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Welcome to the Classic E.O.S.
The Classic E.O.S. is a processor for medical X-ray films developed by Agfa.
The Classic E.O.S. cannot process rollfilms.
The Classic E.O.S. offers the following features:
■ Three fast processing cycles for optimal processing quality in accordance with
the film type that is used: High Throughput (HT), Intermediate Processing (IP)
and Rapid Processing (RP).
■ Operation of the processor can be completely customized by means of the following processing par a m e ter s :
• developer temperature,
• dryer stage,
• developer replenishment rate,
• fixer replenishment rate,
• jog-cycle function (standby developer and fixer rep len ishm ent) ,
• initial developer and fixer replenishment function.
■ The Classic E.O.S. (‘Ecological Optimized System’) features a twin fixer tank
system which reduces substantially the silver carry-over to the rinse water tank.
• After development, the expose d film enters the first fixer tank, where most of the
silver is removed from the film.
• The film then is transporte d th ro ugh the sec ond f ixe r tan k, to be t r eat ed ag ai n w it h
fresh fixer.
• As a consequence, when the film is pas sed to the rinse water tank , silver freight
carry-over will be very low.
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Agfa can guara ntee op timal film quali ty an d compl iance w ith s tatuto ry regu latio ns
only if Agfa materials are use d.
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Safety precautions
General safety instructions
■ The Classic E.O.S. was designed for processi ng me dic al X-ray films , and should
only be used for this purpose.
■ The processor may only be operated by qualified staff, skilled on the machine.
■ Make sure that only by Agfa authorized personnel has access to the processor.
■ Only trained and authorized service personnel can make repairs or changes to
the processor.
■ If there is visible damage to the machine casing, the processor should not be
started or used.
■ Do not override or disconnect the integrated safety features.
■ Disconnect the processor from the mains before performing any maintenance
activities.
■ Like all technical devices, the processor must be operated, cared for and serviced correctly, as described in the documentation provided with the machine.
■ If the processor is not operated correctly or if you do not have it serviced correctly, Agfa is not liable for resulting disturbances, damages or injuries.
■ When installing the pro cess or, care must be t ak en t o en sure that the r e is either a
mains plug or an all-cable disconnecting device in the internal installation fitted
near the processor and that it is easily accessible.
■ If connections with other components or assembl ies are made, Agfa can guarantee safety only for combinations which are approved by Agfa.
■ If you notice conspicuous smoke or noise, disconnect the processor immediately.
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Special instructions for the handling of chemicals
■ When handling chemicals, you must observe safety and environmental regulations as well as the operating and warning instructions accompanying the chemicals.
■ Wear stipulated protective clothing and safety goggles.
■ When disposing of chemicals and waste water, you must comply with the local
regulations concerning waste water and environmental protection.
■ If chemicals get into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with cold water and
consult a physician.
■ Do not inhale vapor from chemicals. Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation
where the processor is installed, i.e. air exchange that is at least ten times the
space volume per hour.
■ Always comply with the inst alla t ion inst ruct ion s.
■ Regularly check all connections to the processor for tightness.
■ If liquid gets into the inside of the processor (due to spills), disconnect the pro-
cessor from the mains immediately and have the device cleaned thoroughly by
service personnel.
Safety compliance
■ This processor complies with the safety regulations EN 60950: 1997 (IEC 950)
and EN 60601-1-2: 1993, UL 1950 and CSA C22.2 No. 950 and with
the regulations on radio interference suppression EN 50081-1, EN 55011 and
FCC 47 Part 15, Subchapter B, Class A.
■ The non-return water connection system complies with DIN 1988.
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The control panel
Control panel keys
Key Key description Action
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Up key.
Down key.
Escape key.
Confirm key. • To select a menu it em.
• To scroll upward through multiple choices in a
field.
• To scroll downward through multiple choices in
a field.
• To quit a submenu without saving any
changes.
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Control panel display
The LCD display of the control panel consists of two lines of 16 digits, located
above the keys on the control panel.
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or, e.g.:
cHDWLQJ
GHYHORSHU
The display keeps the user informed on the status of the processor, e.g. when
failures occur by showing an appropriate message.
Refer to ’Troubleshooting’ on page 73 of the Classic E.O.S. Reference manual.
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Audio signals
The Classic E.O.S. also informs you about its status by means of beeps. The
length of the beep indicates the system’s response to a key command.
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A short beep means th at Classic E.O.S. ac cepts the command and beg ins the
operation.
◆ A long beep signifies tha t the C la ssi c E.O.S . re jec ted th e co mman d or th e ac ti on
or process failed.
◆ An interval beep accompanies an error status m essage.
ing checklist’ on page 26.
Refer to ‘Troubleshoot-
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