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Revision

Hist

ory

Revision Date

Reason for change

01

May 2018

First Version, changes from draft. Base plate torque values and drawing, Wall
stand dimensions, overvoltage image translation, materials and tools review.
Underfloor drawings update, RSVP requirements, information for room layout,
torque values for wall stand.
Critical components data, base plate installation, room height requirements, wifi
detector, details in base plate installation.

02

November 2018

July 2018
Small room packaging, access point, OTS bridge dimension.
September 2018
Base plate installation, dimensions and weights, doors requirements, ducts
dimension, in-room secondary console.
November 2018
Wall stand center of gravity, door sizes, 4” floor example, OTS fixation example,
in-room package, door sizes.

03

April 2019

Par. 4.3.3.2: added grout pad note. Par. 4.3.3.3 note added.
OTS drawings, notes for UPS and MSP for US.

04

July 2019

Floor flatness requirements. Base plate dolly.

05

October 2019

Correction drawing 40833.A page 29.
Addition of Advantech monitor.
Added overall dimensions for monitor suspension

06

March 2020

Par. 5.3.5 service area correction; par. 4.3.1 added a note; added subparagraph to
par. 4.3.3.4 , modified par. 5.2.1 and par. 5.3.1. for Monitor Suspension and OTS
data.

Manufacturer: GENERAL MEDICAL MERATE S.p.A.
Via Partigiani, 25
24068 Seriate (BG) – Italy
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone] / 29 95 37
www.gmmspa.com

Distributor: GE Medical Systems, SCS
283, rue de la Miniére,78530 Buc, France

The original version of this publication was drafted in English and will be referred to for any
controversy regarding interpretation of the eventual corresponding versions, translated into other
languages.
The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any manner with any electronic or
mechanical means. It cannot be distributed in any manner without written authorization issued by
the manufacturer. The manufacturer reserves the right to modify/update this document without
notice.

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Table of Contents

1. General Notes ........................................................................................................................ 7

1.1. Damage in transportation ......................................................................................................... 7

1.2. Certified electrical contractor statement .................................................................................. 7

1.3. Important X-Ray protection....................................................................................................... 8

1.4. Omissions & Errors .................................................................................................................... 8

2. Preface .................................................................................................................................. 9

2.1. Typographic conventions .......................................................................................................... 9

2.2. Warning symbols on the equipment ......................................................................................... 9

3. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 11

3.1. Objective and Scope of pre-installation .................................................................................. 11

3.2. Responsibilities of the Purchaser ............................................................................................ 11

3.3. What You Will Receive (System Components) ........................................................................ 12

4. Room requirements ............................................................................................................. 15

4.1. Environmental ......................................................................................................................... 15

4.2. Magnetic/Electrical Field Sensitivity and Electromagnetic Emissions .................................... 18

4.3. Structural ................................................................................................................................. 18

4.3.1. Doors requirements ............................................................................................................. 18

4.3.2. Room height requirement ................................................................................................... 23

4.3.3. Floors, Ceilings and Walls .................................................................................................... 25

4.3.3.1. Seismic Requirements .................................................................................................... 25

4.3.3.2. Floor Flatness Requirements .......................................................................................... 25

4.3.3.3. Floor Requirements when using provided Table Floor Anchors .................................... 26

4.3.3.4. Ceiling requirement for OTS and/or Monitor suspension installation ........................... 26

4.3.3.4.1. In-room Ceiling suspension – Single monitor on fixed point ...................................... 27

4.3.3.4.2. Substructure for ceiling fixation of the In-room monitor suspension fixed point ...... 27

4.3.3.4.3. Substructure for ceiling fixation of the In-room monitor suspension fixed point ...... 30

4.3.3.5. Walls ............................................................................................................................... 31

5. System Physical Characteristics ............................................................................................ 32

5.1. Ceiling rails (for OTS and / or Monitor suspension) - option .................................................. 33

5.1.1. Maximum flexion between 2 anchoring points ................................................................... 35

5.1.2. Rail mounting ....................................................................................................................... 36

5.2. Overhead Tube Suspension ..................................................................................................... 37

5.2.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 37

5.2.2. Dimensions .......................................................................................................................... 38

5.3. Monitor suspension (single / double) - option ........................................................................ 41

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5.3.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 41

5.3.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 42

5.3.3. Packaging – table delivered in one piece ............................................................................. 46

5.3.4. Packaging – table delivered in two pieces ........................................................................... 47

5.3.5. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 48

5.4. Base plate installation .............................................................................................................. 53

5.4.1. Use of the under floor installation plate.............................................................................. 55

5.4.2. Use of the over floor installation plate ................................................................................ 56

5.5. Table main control console ...................................................................................................... 60

5.5.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 60

5.5.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 60

5.6. In-room secondary console (option) ....................................................................................... 61

5.6.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 61

5.6.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 61

5.7. Generator Cabinet ................................................................................................................... 62

5.7.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 62

5.7.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 62

5.8. Digital system ........................................................................................................................... 63

5.8.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 63

5.8.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 64

5.9. Monitor .................................................................................................................................... 65

5.9.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 65

5.9.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 65

5.10. Monitor Advantech .................................................................................................................. 66

5.10.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 66

5.10.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 66

5.11. Monitor cart ............................................................................................................................. 67

5.11.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 67

5.11.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 67

5.12. Wall Stand - option .................................................................................................................. 70

5.12.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 70

5.12.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 71

5.12.3. Wall Stand Base Plate and Wall Bracket .............................................................................. 73

5.13. Wall stand and Table Layout ................................................................................................... 74

5.14. Detector ................................................................................................................................... 75

5.14.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 75

5.14.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 76

5.15. Access Point ............................................................................................................................. 77

5.15.1. Packaging ............................................................................................................................. 77

5.15.2. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 77

6. Planning Electrical Connections ............................................................................................ 78

6.1. Routing Cables ......................................................................................................................... 78

6.1.1. General ................................................................................................................................. 78

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6.1.2. Conduit................................................................................................................................. 78

6.1.3. Floor Ducts ........................................................................................................................... 78

6.1.4. Power Distribution ............................................................................................................... 78

6.1.5. Emergency Power ................................................................................................................ 78

6.2. Master Interconnect System (MIS) ......................................................................................... 79

6.3. Hospital Network Connections ................................................................................................ 79

6.3.1. Remote services broadband pre-installation requirements for Europe ............................. 79

6.3.2. RSVP Network requirements ............................................................................................... 79

6.3.3. DICOM hospital Network ..................................................................................................... 80

7. Laying Out the Room ............................................................................................................ 81

7.1. Considerations ......................................................................................................................... 81

7.1.1. Privacy and security ............................................................................................................. 81

7.1.2. Radiation Protection ............................................................................................................ 81

7.1.3. Service Access ...................................................................................................................... 81

7.1.4. Clinical Access ...................................................................................................................... 81

7.1.5. Peripheral Equipment .......................................................................................................... 82

7.2. Typical Room Layout ............................................................................................................... 83

8. System Facility Power and Grounds ...................................................................................... 89

8.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 89

8.2. Electrical Requirements ........................................................................................................... 89

8.2.1. Power quality and System Power Specifications ................................................................. 89

8.2.2. Table Electrical requirements .............................................................................................. 95

8.2.3. Generator Electrical Requirements ..................................................................................... 96

8.3. UPS Electrical Requirements ................................................................................................... 97

8.4. Electrical Grounds .................................................................................................................... 98

9. Materials and Tools ............................................................................................................ 102

10. System Cable Information .................................................................................................. 103

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1. General Notes

Important note

THIS SERVICE MANUAL IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH ONLY.

IF A CUSTOMER’S SERVICE PROVIDER REQUIRES A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH, IT IS THE
CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE TRANSLATION SERVICES.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT UNLESS THIS SERVICE MANUAL HAS BEEN
CONSULTED AND UNDERSTOOD.
FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SERVICE PROVIDER, OPERATOR OR
PATIENT FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK, MECHANICAL OR OTHER HAZARDS.

1.1. Damage in transportation

All packages should be closely examined at time of delivery. If damage is apparent, write “Damage in
Shipment” on ALL copies of the freight or express bill BEFORE delivery is accepted or “signed for” by a

distributor representative or hospital receiving agent. Whether noted or concealed, damage MUST
be reported to the carrier immediately upon discovery, or in any event, within 14 days after receipt,
and the contents and containers held for inspection by the carrier.
A transportation company will not pay a claim for damage if an inspection is not requested within this
14 day period. Call the distributor service department, immediately after damage is found. At this
time be ready to supply name of carrier, delivery date, consignee name, freight or express bill
number, item damaged and extent of damage.

1.2. Certified electrical contractor statement

All electrical Installations that are preliminary to equipment positioning shall be performed by
licensed electrical contractors. In addition, electrical feeds into the Power Distribution Unit shall be
performed by licensed electrical contractors. Other connections between pieces of electrical
equipment, calibrations and testing shall be performed by qualified Systems personnel. The products
involved (and the accompanying electrical installations) are highly sophisticated, and special
engineering competence is required.
In performing all electrical work on these products, the distributor shall use their own specifically
trained field engineers. All of distributor’s electrical work on these products shall comply with the
requirements of the applicable electrical codes.
The purchaser of the equipment shall only use qualified personnel (i.e., distributor’s field engineers,
personnel of third party service companies with equivalent training, or licensed electricians) to
perform electrical servicing on the equipment.

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1.3. Important X-Ray protection

X-RAY EQUIPMENT AND DEVICES CAN BE DANGEROUS FOR THE HEALTH OF BOTH
PATIENTS AND OPERATORS UNLESS PROPER SAFETY MEASURES ARE STRICTLY OBSERVED.

Although this equipment was designed and manufactured according to the most up-to-date safety
standards, the source of X-rays is always dangerous when the operator is not properly qualified or
trained. Excessive exposure to X-rays damages the human body.
Therefore, all the necessary precautions must be taken to prevent unauthorized or unskilled
personnel from operating this equipment, thus jeopardizing themselves and other people. Do not use
the equipment if you have not received appropriate training in the correct and safe use of the
equipment itself by the manufacturer or any of his appointed instructors.

Before executing any operation, the persons qualified and authorized to operate this equipment
must be informed about the protection and safety measures established by the International
Committee for Radiological Protection, as well as any other relevant national Standards.

1.4. Omissions & Errors

The manufacturer declines all responsibility with regard to the proper functioning of the equipment,
should the installation or the maintenance of it be executed by unauthorized personnel.

The X-ray system’s installation instructions are included in the service manual, which is a separate
item from the Operator’s manual.

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2. Preface

2.1. Typographic conventions

In order to facilitate the reading of the manual, different styles and types were used.

The text identified by bullets indicates:

• Instructions to be executed according to the sequence specified.

The text in italics inside a frame indicates:

Useful supplementary information for the technician.

The following icons are also used:

Important information

It is advisable that extra attention be paid in reading the topics identified with
this symbol.

WARNING
The topics identified with this icon regard aspects of safety for the patient
and/or operator.

2.2. Warning symbols on the equipment

Warning symbol that indicates potential generic danger for the equipment or
the operator. It invites the operator to check the equipment documentation for
further details.

Warning symbol that invites operators to follow the instructions for using the
device on which the symbol itself is applied.

Hazard symbol that indicates X-ray radiation exposure.

Warning symbol that indicates electrical components which are sensitive to
electrostatic discharge.

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Warning symbol that indicates live electrical parts with a possible risk of electric
shock.

Warning symbol that indicates that fingers may be crushed.

Symbol of protective earth (ground).

“ON” symbol (power).

“OFF” symbol (power).

“ON” / “OFF” symbol (push-push).

Symbol of applied part B type.

Symbol of filtration.

Symbol that indicates electrical and electronic components which must be
collected separately.

Fluoroscopy and radiography foot pedal connector fitting

The screws labelled with ETS symbol (Essential To Safety) are involved in safety
during installation or parts replacement.
The technician is asked to label with a red marker each of these screws.

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3. Introduction

3.1. Objective and Scope of pre-installation

This document is intended as a guide and informational resource for planning and properly preparing
a location for the system installation. This document is intended to assist the customer and installer
in properly preparing a site for product installation.

3.2. Responsibilities of the Purchaser

The purchaser is responsible for the completion of the “pre-installation” requirements. This includes
the procurement and installation of all required materials and services to get the room ready for the
product installation.
This responsibility includes providing:

• A clean and safe work environment for the product installation (finished floor, ceiling, walls,

and proper room lighting).

• A location suitable for the product installation. See Chapter 2 - Suite/Room Requirements.

• Suitable support structures in the floor, walls, or ceiling necessary for the mounting of the

product and/or its components. Installation of conduit ducts and/or raceways necessary to
route cables safely. System Physical Characteristics and Chapter 6 – Planning Electrical

Connections.

Note: Unistrut / halfen / equivalent rails and means necessary to anchor of the Mavig Substructure
and the Mavig mounting plate for the “in room ceiling suspension on fixed point” (rails, anchors,
bolts, screws, etc.) are not delivered with the kit and should be provided and designed under
customer responsibility.

• Electrical power and grounds of specified quality and reliability. See Chapter 8 – System

Facility Power and Grounds.

• Electrical power of the required voltage, including an emergency-off safety switch in the

room. Power and ground cables to the PDU.

• Properly installed and sized junction boxes, including covers and fittings at locations

required and called out in the architectural drawings.

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3.3. What You Will Receive (System Components)

Table assembly with table cabinet

Table main control console

Digital system (with UPS*)

*UPS provided by GMM except for US

(specific version for US available with CAT Number S13411PS)

H.V. Indico IQ Generator

Single / Double monitor suspension (option)

S13441MM – Single Monitor Suspension

S13441RF – Radshield on fixed point (option)

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S13441MF – Substructure for ceiling fixation of

the in-room monitor suspension fixed point. In

case of installation on concrete ceiling preferred.

S13441MP – Mounting Plate for ceiling fixation

of the In-room monitor suspension fixed point

(including the items 1, 2, 3 and 4) In case of

installation on Unistrut / Halfen / equivalent

rails preferred.

OTS (option)

Wall stand (option)

In-room secondary Console (option)

Single / Double monitor cart (option)

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Product Name

Catalog Number

Discovery RF180 system

S13441RS

Digital system (RF4343 detector + Monitor)

S13431AB

Digital system (RF4343FL detector + Monitor) (not for US)

S13431AC

DIN Monitor (Option)

S13441GM

RAD Wifi detector (Gadox) 3543EZ and access point (not for US)

S13431FG

RAD Wifi detector (CSI) 3543EZ and access point

S13431FH

RAD Wifi detector (CSI) 2430EZ and access point

S13431FK

High Voltage Generator (65kW – 1 tube) (not for US)

S13431BR

High Voltage Generator (80kW – 1 tube) (not for US)

S13431BT

High Voltage Generator (65kW – 2 tube)

S13431E

High Voltage Generator (80kW – 2 tube)

S13431EA

Single Monitor Suspension
Radshield on fixed point (option)

S13441MM

S13441RF

Substructure for ceiling fixation of the in-room monitor suspension
fixed point.

S13441MF

Mounting Plate for ceiling fixation of the In-room monitor
suspension fixed point.

S13441MP

(Option)
Single Monitor Ceiling Suspension including Bridge & Carriage

S13431NG

(Option)
Dual Monitor Ceiling Suspension including Bridge & Carriage

S13431NH

Radshield for ceiling suspension (Option)

S13441SR

In-Room single monitor on Cart (option)

S13431DG

UPS unit (Version provided by GMM except for US)

S13441PE

Wall Stand (option) Tilting Left hand (not for US)

S13441TL

Wall Stand (option) Tilting Right hand (not for US)

S13441TR

Wall Stand (option) NON tilting Left hand

S13441WL

Wall Stand (option) NON tilting Right hand

S13441WR

Overhead Tube Suspension OTS (option)

S13411EB

In-room secondary console (option)

S13441RC

UPS (US SYSTEM ONLY not provided by GMM)

S13441PS

MDP (US SYSTEM ONLY not provided by GMM)

S13411MD

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4. Room requirements

4.1. Environmental

The unit has been designed to operate in a room respecting the following environmental conditions:

Device

Storage

temperature

Operating

Temperature

Digital system (PU included)

-20 … +60°C

+10 … +40 °C

Detector Pixium 4343FL

-25 … +55 °C

+15 … +35 °C

Detector Pixium RF4343

-25 … +55 °C

+15 … +35 °C

Detector Pixium 3543EZ

-10 … +55 °C

+15 … +35 °C

Detector Pixium 2430EZ

-10 … +55 °C

+15 … +35 °C

Generator

-20 … +50 °C

+10 … +40 °C

Table

-20 … +60 °C

+15 … +40 °C

Monitor (Eizo)

-20 … +60 °C

+5 … +35 °C

Monitor (Advantech)

-20 … +60 °C

+0 … +40 °C

UPS (not valid for US)

-15 … +50 °C

+0 … +40 °C

Monitor suspension (option)

-20 … +70 °C

+10 … +40 °C

OTS (option)

-20 … +60 °C

+15 … +40 °C

Wall Stand

-20 … +70 °C

+10 … +40 °C

Wall Stand (tilting)

-20 … +70 °C

+10 … +40 °C

Vacutec DAP (Dose Area Product)

-20 … +60 °C

+10 … +40 °C

Access Point

-20 … +65 °C

+0 … +40 °C

UPS (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

-25 … +55 °C

+0 … +40 °C

MDP (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

-25 … +70 °C

+0 … +40 °C

Device

Storage

Humidity

Operating

Humidity

(non cond.)

Digital system
(PU included)

10 … 90%

30 … 75%
Detector Pixium 4343FL

5 … 95%

20 … 75%

Detector Pixium RF4343

5 … 95%

20 … 75%

Detector Pixium 3543EZ

5 … 95%

20 … 80%

Detector Pixium 2430EZ

5 … 95%

20 … 80%

Generator

5 … 85%

20 … 80%

Table

10 … 80%

20 … 80%

Monitor (Eizo)

10 … 90%

20 … 80%

Monitor (Advantech)

5 … 90%

Ta = 40 °C, 90% RH

UPS (not valid for US)

10 … 90%

0 … 95%

Monitor suspension (option)

10 … 95%

20 … 75%

OTS (option)

10 … 80%

20 … 80%

Wall Stand

10 … 90%

30 … 75%

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Device

Storage

Humidity

Operating

Humidity

(non cond.)

Wall Stand (tilting)

10 … 90%

30 … 75%

Vacutec DAP (Dose Area Product)

10 … 80%

10 … 80%

Access Point

5 … 95%

10 … 90%

UPS (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

0 … 95%

0 … 96%

MDP (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

5 … 95%

0 … 95%

Device

Storage

Pressure

Operating

Pressure

Digital system
(PU included)

700 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa
Detector Pixium 4343FL

500 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Detector Pixium RF4343

500 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Detector Pixium 3543EZ

500 … 1100hPa

700 … 1100hPa

Detector Pixium 2430EZ

500 … 1100hPa

700 … 1100hPa

Generator

700 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Table

500 … 1060hPa

500 … 1060hPa

Monitor (Eizo)

200 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Monitor (Advantech)

500 … 1013hPa

500 … 1013hPa

Monitor suspension (option)

500 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

OTS (option)

500 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Wall Stand

700 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Wall Stand (tilting)

700 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

Vacutec DAP (Dose Area Product)

800 … 1060hPa

800 … 1060hPa

UPS (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

700 … 1060hPa

700 … 1060hPa

MDP (US ONLY, not provided by GMM)

794 … 1060hPa

794 … 1060hPa

Device

Supply

Voltage

Mains

Frequency

Momentary

Current

Operating

Current

Operating

Power

Digital system
(PU and detector
included)

230Vac
 10 %

50/60 Hz

1.5A

1.3A

350 VA

Generator IQ
(65kW)

400Vac
3-phase
 10 %

50/60 Hz
 2 %

135A/phase

---

300 VA
stand-by
95 kVA
peak

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Device

Supply

Voltage

Mains

Frequency

Momentary

Current

Operating

Current

Operating

Power

480Vac
3-phase
 10 %

50/60 Hz
 2 %

110A/phase

---

300 VA
stand-by
95 kVA
peak

Generator IQ
(80kW)

400Vac
3-phase
 10 %

50/60 Hz
 2 %

168A/phase

---

300 VA
stand-by
115 kVA
peak

480Vac
3-phase
 10 %

50/60 Hz
 2 %

140A/phase

---

300 VA
stand-by
115 kVA
peak

Monitor
(for all the
devices)

200Vac
240Vac

50/60 Hz

---

0.5A

21 W typ.
57 W max.

Monitor
(Advantech)

100 – 240 Vac
(power supply)

50/60 Hz

---

---

65 W max

OTS

220/230/240Vac
(10%)
Single phase

50/60 Hz
 3 %

---

---

100 VA
stand-by
1370 VA
peak

Table

400V
3-phase
 10 %

50/60 Hz
 2 %

3.5A phase

N.A.

600 VA
stand-by
4000 VA
peak

Device

Heat dissipation

W

BTU/hour

Digital system (PU and detector included)

320

1092

Generator (IQ)

22 (standby)

1026 (during fluoro)

75 (standby)

3500 (during fluoro)

UPS (average)

(not valid for US)

50

171

Monitor (single)

57

149

Monitor (single Advantech)

65 max

222 max

OTS (option)

350

1190

Table

700 (average)

2388 (average)

Wall Stand

N.A.

N.A.

System noise in stand-by: < 45 dB
System noise in working conditions: < 65 dB

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4.2. Magnetic/Electrical Field Sensitivity and Electromagnetic Emissions

All the products or components of the system meet EMI and EMC requirements and IEC 60601-1-2
(International). Because X-ray equipment produces radiation, special precautions may need to be
taken or special site modifications may be required. This manual does not make recommendations
regarding radiation protection. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to consult a radiation physicist for
advice on radiation protection in X-ray rooms.

4.3. Structural

4.3.1. Doors requirements

Make reference to the following examples pictures.

Component

Minimum Doors size requirements

(using provided dollies, pallets, etc)

Minimum

corridor depth

Height

Width

Table delivered in

cm

inches

cm

inches

One piece

Two pieces

Table

185

73

120

47.2

>= 120 cm

(47.2 inches)

>= 115 cm

(45.3 inches)

117

46

>= 122 cm

(48 inches)

>= 117 cm

(46 inches)

102

40.2

>=160 cm

(63 inches)

>= 130 cm

(51.2 inches)

95

37.4

NO

>= 135 cm

(53.1 inches)

In case the doorway is between 102 - 105 cm, be aware that the Spot Film Device (SFD) has to be
removed temporarily from the table beam during maneuvered thru the doorway. Refer to the
Installation Manual, section 10.2.1. (P/N 5793725-1EN).

Component

Minimum Doors size requirements

(using provided dollies, pallets, etc)

Minimum

corridor depth
Height

Width

cm

inches

cm

inches

inches

cm

Overhead Tube
Suspension
(and Monitor
suspension
transversal
bridge)

180

71
90

35

>= 102.4

>= 260

140

55

>= 71

>= 180

Generator

132

52

71

28

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Digital system

---

---

80

31.5

---

---

Wall stand

---

---

80

31.5

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Table – delivered in one piece

The unit can be shipped in a whole lot that can be maneuvered through a 102 – 120-cm doorway.

In case of 102cm doorway, the table main frame will require about 1.60 m minimum hallway width to
allow negotiating turns.
In case of 120-cm doorway the table main frame will require about 1.20-mt. minimum hallway width
to allow negotiating turns.

(Measure in cm)

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Table – delivered in two pieces

The unit can be divided into few assemblies, in most cases the two major assemblies could be
maneuvered through a 102-cm doorway.
The most limiting item is the table main frame that will require about 1.30-mt. minimum hallway
width to allow negotiating turns.

Measure in cm.

In case of 120cm doorway, the table main frame will require about 1.15 m minimum hallway width to
allow negotiating turns.

Measure in cm.

In case the unit is shipped into two pieces, please find sizes and weight in the following pictures:

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Measures in mm.

Measures in mm.

Weight = 680 kg

1630

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OTS

The same constraints can be considered valid also for monitor suspension transversal bridge.

Measures in mm

Measures in mm

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4.3.2. Room height requirement

The minimum room height for the table must take into consideration the most protruding object
from the ceiling that is in the system area (for example the rails for OTS).

The minimum room height for the table is 260 cm (103”). In any case, the recommended room height
to move the system with software limitations is 300 cm (118”).
However, for a system with OTS and wall stand, full range of wall stand use is achieved with a ceiling
height of 292 cm . A higher height will limit the lower end of the useful travel range of the wall stand.

For all OTS dimensions and travels make reference to par. 5.2, page 37.

Parameter value

Minimum ceiling

height [cm]

Table constrains

Value of the ceiling
height.

From 260 to 269

WARNING! Tilting limitation! It is not possible to reach
a complete tilting. The tilting angulation will be limited
to a value less than +90° and -90°.
It is not possible to reach the maximum focal distance
and the maximum table elevation together. It means
that if you need the maximum focal distance you
cannot use the maximum table elevation and vice
versa.

From 270 to 299

A complete table tilting is always possible but with
some software limitations.
It means that during the tilting movement the focal
distance is automatically reduced. The tilting
movement is automatically stopped if the longitudinal
position of the column introduces a collision risk with
the ceiling. In this case it is necessary to manually
move the column to place it in the middle of the
longitudinal area.
Because the maximum table height is 295 cm when it
is in horizontal position, it is not possible to reach the
maximum focal distance and the maximum table
elevation at the same time.
The recommended room height is 300 cm.
NOTE: IF AN OTS KALOS OTS HAVE TO BE INSTALLED
IN THE ROOM WITH FIXATION RAILS ABOVE THE
RF180 SYSTEM, THE MIN CEILING HEIGHT TO HAVE
THE COMPLETE TABLE TILTING IS 293cm (9.6 feet).

From 300 to 319

As in the previous condition a complete table tilting is
always possible with software limitations.
With this ceiling height it is possible tilt the table with
the column in the middle of the longitudinal area but
with the maximum focal distance and maximum table
elevation.

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Parameter value

Minimum ceiling

height [cm]

Table constrains

From 320 to 359

With the minimal focal distance, it is always possible
to tilt the table with the column in any longitudinal
position.

From 360 to ∞

Table without limited movements.
It is possible to tilt the table in every condition,
maximum elevation and focal distance with the
column in every longitudinal position.

Minimum ceiling

height [cm]

Wall Stand constrains

Tilting wall stand
From 260 to 264

Wall Stand Arm Support option not applicable

From 265 to ∞

Wall Stand Arm Support option applicable

Not tilting wall stand
From 240 to 279

Wall Stand Arm Support option not applicable

From 280 to ∞

Wall Stand Arm Support option applicable

Minimum ceiling

height [cm]

Monitor suspension
From 260 to 320

Complete vertical travel is possible

From 320 to ∞

For rooms higher than 320 cm / 126 in, we strongly
suggest a ceiling construction between structural
ceiling and vertical column.

Minimum ceiling

height [cm]

Overhead Tube Suspension constrains

From 260 to 292

The vertical travel must be manually reduced because
the ceiling height is not enough.

From 292 to 300

OTS can use the complete vertical travel.

From 300 to ∞

OTS with limited lower end of the useful travel range of
the wall stand is possible.

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4.3.3. Floors, Ceilings and Walls

4.3.3.1. Seismic Requirements

Seismic requirements are determined and specified by the hospital structural engineer of record and
approved by the specific state or country agency.

4.3.3.2. Floor Flatness Requirements

See below figure for graphical definition of “flatness”. To insure a sufficient contact surface with the
floor, the below shaded region under the base plate must be within 1.5mm or 1/16” flatness (i.e. no

local concave or convex regions >1.5mm from flat). The critical region of flatness is:

- 1000mm wide and centered longitudinally under base

- 600mm deep against the rear of the base plate

Outside this region, shims may be used along the perimeter of the base plate to improve surface
contact.

Floor Levelness Requirement

See below figure for graphical definition of “levelness”. Discovery RF180 requires a floor levelness of
6mm or ¼”: the maximum height difference between any two points on the floor under the baseplate

with respect to perfect level measured via self-leveling laser, may not exceed 6mm or ¼”.

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Grout Pad Concession

In case of any violations of the above flatness/levelness requirements, it is STRONGLY recommended
the floor be leveled by the contractor to insure proper contact of base plate. This will greatly improve
the overall install quality and timing.

In the event this is not possible, a concession will be required. Self-levelling products may be an
option, including:

• Keratech Eco Flex (Kerakoll S.p.A.)

• “Ardex K15”, available at GE, orderable with SCAT S0915SW – reference installation

procedure GE DOC2242533

• Henry 565 which may be locally available

However, a concession will be required to review the specifics of the room and whether grout will be
a viable solution.

Strictly follow the instructions provided in the products’ technical data sheets.

It is recommended to entrust this job to field professionals who will be able to suitably prepare the
floor surface and to set up the containment structures for the solidification of these materials.
Upon solidifying, these products can usually be drilled with low speed drills until reaching the slab or
by performing a sequence of drilling, starting from smaller diameter drills and increasing up to the
diameter desired. Please ask the permission to the installation responsible team before drilling.

4.3.3.3. Floor Requirements when using provided Table Floor Anchors

The maximum pullout force per provided anchor was calculated assuming:

• A regular weight concrete having a minimum of 28-day compression, class min C20/C25

(UNI EN 206-1).

• Concrete thickness should be at least 200mm. For 100 and 140mm thickness refer to 5.4.2.

• Anchors installed to the required hole depth of 130mm. Refer to 5.4.2 for others examples.

• Center of anchor hole to concrete edge distance 106.5 mm (valid for all the examples).

Make sure to obtain concrete compression strength data before using floor anchors.
NOTE: make reference to par. 5.4.2 for 140mm or 100mm concrete thickness examples.

4.3.3.4. Ceiling requirement for OTS and/or Monitor suspension installation

The construction and load capability of the ceiling must be sufficient for the installation of the unit.
It is the responsibility of the customer or structural engineer to evaluate the best fixation system to
be used for the ceiling rails/mounting systems as described in the following layout example under
consideration of the options to be installed.

A good ceiling levelness is required. For OTS, a maximum of 7 mm height displacement along the
ceiling longitudinal rails is allowed and can be corrected with the use of shims to ensure the rails are
as close to perfect level as possible.

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Aluminum rails support the Overhead Tube Suspension and the in-room LCD Monitor bridge used in
X-ray rooms.
Monitor Suspension, that will be included:

measured in mm

The installation of the single/double Monitor option is to be installed to the upper mounting point of
the suspension.
An optional Radshield has to be mounted to the lower mounting point.

Reference - For details on ceiling requirements for stationary rails, refer to Chapter 5 System Physical

Characteristics.

4.3.3.4.1. In-room Ceiling suspension – Single monitor on fixed point

The In-room Ceiling monitor suspension on fixed point can be attached to the solid ceiling using one
of the two following options:

- attached to the substructure: the substructure is used as the bridging element between the

solid ceiling and the ceiling flange (top plate of the monitor suspension). The means required
for the fixation of the suspension to the substructure are delivered with the substructure.

- attached to the mounting plate: the mounting plate is installed to the hardware defined by

the structural engineer (It could be Unistrut / Halfen or equivalent rails). The ceiling flange
(top plate of the monitor suspension) is fixed to the mounting plate. The means required for
the fixation of the suspension to the mounting plate are delivered with the substructure.

4.3.3.4.2. Substructure for ceiling fixation of the In-room monitor suspension fixed point

The used mounting of the Monitor Suspension can be realized in three different ways:

- Fixed Monitor Suspension, direct to the ceiling
Standard Installation of MAVIGs Portegra2 System. Refer to the GE DOC 5849374-1EN for

MAVIGs Portegra2 Installation Manual - POR03Oxx (where xx stands for the latest revision,
12 or higher).

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- Fixed Monitor Suspension to the ceiling with Substructure.
The Substructure is mandatory to install the MAVIG suspension with fixed point directly to

the solid ceiling for Non-seismic Zones. For Seismic Zone installations, refer to Structural
Engineer for appropriate design of the structure for installing the MAVIG suspension system.

For standard site configurations, the distance between the ceiling and the ceiling flange

should be in a range of minimum 100 mm and maximum 626 mm.

If the distance between the ceiling and the ceiling flange is more than 626 mm, Long

variation of the Substructure for could be proposed by MAVIG.

Substructure (schematic)

1. Ceiling

2. Ceiling Plate - weight approx.4,9 kg

3. Threaded rods (8 pieces), M16 - 8.8,
length 495mm

4. Middle Plate - weight approx. 4,5 kg

5. Threaded rods (4 pieces), M16 - 8.8,
length 195mm

6. Interface Plate – weight approx. 2,3 kg

7. False Ceiling (not part of Delivery)

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Substructure Ceiling Plate for installation to the ceiling

The Substructure must be fastened to the ceiling using 8 suitable screws.
These screws must be dimensioned according to the conditions of the ceiling and provided by the
customer and must be checked by the structural engineer.

The Substructure ceiling plate must be seated flush to the ceiling in order to ensure optimum load
distribution.

Bolt Specifications:
Appropriate ceiling anchoring must withstand a maximum load of:

Normal Force: 1182,3 N
Momentum: 1148.51 Nm

The maximum pullout force shall be calculated in accordance with local building codes and it is part
of structural analysis done by customer.

Refer to GE Doc: 5849373-1-EN for MAVIGs Substructure Installation Manual - DBF02Oxx (where xx
stands for the latest revision, 04 or higher)

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4.3.3.4.3. Substructure for ceiling fixation of the In-room monitor suspension fixed point

The Mounting plate is mandatory to install the MAVIG suspension with fixed point to an existing
Unistrut / Halfen or equivalent rails for Non-seismic Zones. For Seismic Zone installations, refer to
Structural Engineer for appropriate design of the structure for installing the MAVIG suspension
system.

Mounting Plate for rails (Unistrut or Halfen)

Refer to the GE Doc: 5849374-1EN for MAVIGs Portegra2 Installation Manual - POR03Oxx (where xx
stands for the latest revision, 12 or higher).

Room layout

MAXIMUM SUGGESTED DISTANCE FROM FLOOR 3100mm

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Suggested position for Mavig 360° column installation (fixed on ceiling), in order to cover all clinical
scenario with no limitation of use.

Warning: the operator is responsible for the position and potential collision of the suspension in
relation to the position of the table. There are not safety interlocks which avoid table movements
depending from suspension position.

4.3.3.5. Walls

Precautionary measures have been taken to prevent scatter radiation from entering other rooms
and/or hallways and that all exposed walls are lead-lined.
In particular the hospital physicians should approve the room layout before the installation starts.
Under normal conditions, the wall at the installation site must be capable of supporting, minimally, a
110 lb. (490 N) pull from the wall at each anchor bolt.

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5. System Physical Characteristics

Refer to this section for the dimensional drawings of the components
Note: Drawings are not to scale. Dimensions are called out on each drawing

Component

Width

Height

Depth

Weight

Mounting comments

Table Assembly

246-414 cm

177-295cm

(not tilted)

201-221cm

1380kg

Mount on floor

Table main control
console

44cm

19cm

27cm

8kg

Placed on desk

Generator cabinet

51cm

106cm

41cm

91kg

Mount on floor
118kg packed

Digital system

56.8cm

90.1cm

73.7cm

110kg

Mount on wheels

UPS (not valid for US)

25.5cm

42.5cm

36cm

33,6kg

Mount on floor

Monitor
(for all the devices)

55.7cm

36.1cm

21.6cm

40.1cm (1)

6.6 kg

Mount on desk

Monitor
(Advantech)

57.8cm

40.3cm

68cm

9 kg (3)

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Monitor suspension
mounting Plate

74cm

40cm

1.2cm

22kg

Mount to rails /
directly to the ceiling

Monitor suspension
substructure

62.6cm

30cm

30cm

22kg

Mount on ceiling

Single Monitor
suspension (2)

441cm

205cm

301cm

85 kg (4)

Monitor not
included

Double Monitor
suspension (2)

441cm

205cm

301cm

86 kg (4)

Monitors not
included

Overhead Tube
Suspension bridge
included (2)

441cm

291cm

301cm

300 kg

+ 78 kg

Mount on ceiling
rails

Wall Stand not
tilting

62cm

225cm

46cm

171kg

Mount on floor and
to wall

Wall Stand tilting

62cm

225cm

72cm max

200kg

Mount on floor and
to wall

UPS (ONLY FOR US)

203.2mm

(8.4inches)

330.2mm

(13.6inches)

406.4mm

(16.2inches)

34.9Kg

(77.2lbs)

(ONLY FOR US, NOT
PROVIDED BY GMM)

MDP (ONLY FOR US)

637.5mm

(25inches)

889mm

(35inches)

254mm

(10inches)

80Kg

(175lbs)

(ONLY FOR US, NOT
PROVIDED BY GMM)

(1). Make reference to par. 5.9.2.
(2). The dimensions refer to the maximum occupancy area.
(3). The weight includes the external power supply.
(4) The weight does not include the longitudinal rails.

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5.1. Ceiling rails (for OTS and / or Monitor suspension) - option

The stationary rails utilize extruded aluminum channels that are ceiling mounted and are 440cm in
length. The spacing between these stationary rails accommodates an overhead mounted bridge
structure. The bridge length is 301cm (or 361cm) and the bridge width is 61cm. The standard distance
between rails is 165cm.
A proper iron beam has been immured in the ceiling in accordance with one of the solutions
suggested in the following figure:

Measures in mm

The calculation of the support structure of the ceiling stand depends exclusively on the designer,
who is responsible of the room preparation. Type and dimension of the T-irons, shown in these
drawings, are just an indication.

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Measures in mm

Code

Description

Quantity

11

CAGE FOR SCREW TE 10

14

12

UNISTRUCT BRACKET H=45

14

N11

SCREW TE 8.8 Z UNI 5739 M10x30

14

N12

PLAIN WASHER D10.5 D30 THICKNESS 3

14

N13

NUT M10 UNI7473 DIN9820

14

N14

SCREW TCEI M10x30 8.8Z UNI5931

28

N15

GROWER WASHER C72Z UNI1751 D10.5

28

N16

PLAIN WASHER B.R40Z D.10.5 UNI6592

28

WARNING:
THE SUSPENSION CEILING RAILS ARE MOUNTED ON THE IRON BEAM BY
MEANS OF A SET OF SCREWS DELIVERED WITH THE UNIT.
EACH FIXATION SCREW MUST RESIST A PULL OF 205 Kg AND IT IS UNDER THE
INSTALLER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE SURE THAT THE FIXATION METHOD
USED FOR THE IRON BEAM CAN WITHSTAND SUCH VALUE.

WARNING:
IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IRON BEAMS IMMURED IN THE CEILING ARE NOT
LEVELLED. THE INSTALLER MUST CAREFULLY VERIFY THAT AND, IF
NECESSARY, LEVEL THE CEILING RAILS USING PROPER SPACERS.

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5.1.1. Maximum flexion between 2 anchoring points

During the worst working equipment conditions, it is necessary to find out the working stress on each
equipment support. The stress force of each equipment part is split into the following items:
P1 = 1000 N Rails (4 of 14 points anchoring)
P2 = 600 N Bridge (it slides on 4 support bearings)
P3 = 1700 N Carriage (stand with tube, collimator, mechanical and electrical parts)
In order to find out rail flexures, the study must be related to a close rectangular shape that
reproduces the rails core dimensions.
If you work in this way, you will always be able to simplify job calculation and in addition we will
always be in a Safety situation
As a matter of fact, rails are more complex, ribs and cores (that in this study are not taken into
consideration) really add large stiffness to the rails
At the same way for the below calculation, the rail steel plate is not taken into consideration that it is
the guide for sliding bearings and as a matter of fact it does add stiffness to the rails too.
If you make reference to the attached drawing you can calculate rails flexure by taking into
consideration the main involved sizes.
P = 2000 N half suspension weight and transversal carriage weight
L = 700 mm distance between rail anchoring points
E = 60000 MPa aluminum modulus of elasticity
I = 365000 mm4 inertia module related to the rail section (make reference to the following

drawings).
As a result, the flexibility of beam rested between extreme sides is calculated by the beam deflection
formula.

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5.1.2. Rail mounting

Make reference to the 5780106-1EN Kalos Service manual par. 6.3.3 “Installation of the Ceiling Rails”.

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5.2. Overhead Tube Suspension

5.2.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Single packaging in wooden case
(All inclusive)

455.4 cm

90.4 cm

166 cm

920 kg

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Overhead Tube Suspension
longitudinal rails (two packages)

442 cm

12 cm

12 cm

42 kg + 42 kg

Overhead Tube Suspension,
transversal bridge

301 cm

80 cm

140 cm

378 kg

Collimator

58 cm

36 cm

38 cm

25 kg

High voltage cables

65 cm

74 cm

32 cm

15 kg

H = High voltage cables; C = Collimator; R = Longitudinal Rails

Magnetic band
position: do not
cut on this side.

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5.2.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

Rails area

441 cm

360 cm

The measures in this picture are in millimeters.

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The measures in this picture are in millimeters.

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5.3. Monitor suspension (single / double) - option

5.3.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Mounting Plate (option)

79 cm

48 cm

10 cm

25 kg

Substructure for Ceiling Suspension

104 cm

49 cm

33 cm

43 kg

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Rails (only if OTS is not supplied)

450 cm

12 cm
22 cm

12 cm

31 kg +

41 kg

Longitudinal rails and lifting tool are present only if OTS is not supplied

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor Suspension.

Transversal bridge included

455 cm

80 cm

75 cm

382 kg

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5.3.2. Dimensions

The provided device is equipped with only one arm. The following drawings show two arms in order
to have a complete mechanical documentation.

The ceiling suspension spring arm can be moved up and down by max 45°, but this range can be
adjusted/limited; for details, please refer to the monitor manufacturer’s manual. The downward
movement is limited by a lower stop. For upward movement, check clearance with ceiling and avoid
any collision. The extension arm has no up/down movement, but rotates on the column pins. Avoid
alignment of the extension arm and spring arm.

GD4210-L max load 9.5 kg GD4220-L max load 15.0 kg

* dimension for L version. Measures in mm.

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Measures in mm.

Measures in mm.

WARNING
The motion should always be smooth and easy, if any hard point is felt by
moving the system, please contact the manufacturer. If you encounter
damages such as bent ceiling columns, collision marks or cracks in the color
coating or the material of the system, broken plastic covers, loose connection
of parts, or similar, please contact the manufacturer without further delay.

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OVERALL DIMENSION MONITOR
SUSPENSION ON RAILS 1/3 [mm]

OVERALL DIMENSION MONITOR
SUSPENSION ON RAILS 2/3 [mm]

MAXIMUM SUGGESTED DISTANCE FROM FLOOR 3100mm

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OVERALL DIMENSION MONITOR
SUSPENSION ON RAILS 3/3 [mm]

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Table

5.3.3. Packaging – table delivered in one piece

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Table

267 cm

130 cm

232 cm

1500 kg

SFD

120 cm

130 cm

165 cm

220 kg

Table SFD and accessories

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5.3.4. Packaging – table delivered in two pieces

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Main frame + tabletop

260 cm

130 cm

218 cm

1000 kg

Beam, SFD and
accessories

260 cm

130 cm

218 cm

773 kg

Main frame + tabletop

Beam, SFD and accessories

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5.3.5. Dimensions

Measures in [mm].

(*) NOTE: The recommended service area behind the table is 500mm. The minimum service area
behind the table must be 336 mm.

530 mm space left and right the table, represents the anti-collision escape area for operators and
patients.

500 (*) 336 (*)

Rear side

Front side

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To prevent collisions with accidental objects it is a good practice to maintain a clear-area around the
unit as suggested in the following figure. Refer to the dashed line around the table.

Measures in [mm].

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Rear side Front side

Measures in [mm].

Max patient weight on the platform with
vertical machine 266 kg

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Measures in [mm].

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Measures in [mm].

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5.4. Base plate installation

The responsibility for the base plate fixation belongs to the installer and to the pre-installation
team.

The installer must verify the room physical characteristics, in accordance with the information
provided by the pre-installation team in the pre-installation phase.
The method used to fix the base plate must follow the indications provided by the pre-installation
team. It’s on the installer charge to inform that the information received from the pre-installation
team is not suitable for the base plate fixing.

The remote tilting table can be fixed to the floor using one of the following two different methods:
fixation using the underfloor installation plate and fixation using the over floor installation plate.

Before starting the installation, the pre-installation team must verify that all accessories
or interface cables are available and delivered in the lengths defined during the room
layout design phase.

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It is the responsibility of the pre-installation to select the fixation method that grants the
correct unit anchoring in function of the constructive characteristics of the floor. The
team must provide this information regarding the fixation method and the room
physical characteristics to the installer.

WARNING FOR THE OVERFLOOR BASE PLATE

In case of over floor base plate, pay attention to the position of the base plate with the
right orientation. The hole has to be oriented as in the figure, with respect to the main
frame. Otherwise mismatches will occur between the two objects.
Check how the machine will be oriented during installation.

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5.4.1. Use of the under floor installation plate

With this base, the floor loading capability must be greater than 550 kg/m² (unit weight = 1025+80
Kg; patient weight= 323 Kg; loading area = 2,60 m²). In order to correctly install the base plate, the
installer will be responsible to:

• Remove the upper part of the floor for a minimum area of 2200 x 1700mm (x about

100mm):

• Make sure that the floor surface on the bottom side of the base plate is rugged enough to

grant a proper grip of the concrete (it is possible to use a welded mesh.)

• Make sure that the base plate is accurately leveled with the upper plate aligned with the

finished surface of the floor as detailed in the following drawing.

• If required, fix the base plate to the floor using M12 screws as detailed in the following

drawing.

• Insert M12 screws in the unit fixation holes to prevent the possibility that the concrete could

obstruct the eight-unit fixation holes.

• Pour the concrete between cement and sand in a 1:2.5 ratio.

Unit weight = 1025 kg
Patient weight = 323 kg
Plate weight = 80 kg
Loading area = 2.60 m2
Floor loading = 550 Kg/m2

Measures in mm.

The M12 screws are not supplied with the product. Use the same described in the figure or similar.

It is in charge of the structural engineer of the hospital to evaluate whether the floor characteristics
are suitable for this type of base plate.

Cable IN

duct

Rear

Front

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5.4.2. Use of the over floor installation plate

BEFORE INSTALL THE BASEPLATE ON THE FLOOR CHOOSE THE FIXAITION METHOD (three different
here below) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FLOOR THICKNESS AN WITH YOUR NEEDS.
This should be done during the PRE-INSTALLATION PHASE.

This fixation method is recommended when the floor characteristics are not suitable to allow the
installation of the under-floor plate (It is in charge of the structural engineer of the hospital to
evaluate whether the floor characteristics are suitable for the under floor base plate.). In this case,
the installer must use the optional over floor installation plate to distribute the weight on a larger
surface and to offer a better and easier fixation to the floor as detailed in the following figure.

It is responsibility of the installer to grant the correct anchoring of the base plate in
function of the constructive characteristics of the floor.

Unit weight = 1025 kg
Patient weight = 323 kg
Plate weight = 180 kg
Loading area = 1.90 m2
Floor loading = 805 kg/m2

Drilling hole depth = 130 mm
(5,1 inches)
Drilling hole diameter = 15 mm
(37/64 inches)

1 → N°1 anchor screw Bossong
2 → N°1 countersunk washer
3 → over-floor plate

Measures in mm

(*) Cable in point: cut the table cover at the predefined weakening point, in correspondence of the
plate hole.

(*)

Front

Rear

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WARNING
Be sure to have completely tightened the screws (torque value in the table below).

Reference to the critical

component on

Installation Manual

Description

Dimension

Number of

elements

According to and

material grade

Torque to apply

[Nm]

Loctite use

Nut size and washers

Embedment depth

[mm]

Material of the parent

to whitch the screw is

mounted on

Component

No

1 and 4

Anchor screw
for fixation of

the over floor

base plate

M10

8

Screw

8.8

55

No

Countersunk

Washer

115.5

Concrete

C20/25

not

cracked

The M10 screws and the washers are supplied with the system.
Remind to tight the screws/bolts using the cross rule.

Default fastening method

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Example of fastening on a 140 mm floor.

Reference to the critical

component on

Installation Manual

Description

Dimension

Number of elements

According to and

material grade

Torque to apply [Nm]

Loctite use

Nut size and washers

Embedment depth

[mm]

Material of the parent

to whitch the screw is

mounted on

Component

No

1 and 4

Anchor screw
for fixation of
the over floor

base plate

M10

8

Screw

8.8

55

No

Countersunk

Washer

90.5

Concrete

C20/25

not

cracked

The M10 screws and the washers are supplied with the system.
Remind to tight the screws/bolts using the cross rule.

The applicability verification of this example is under the responsibility of the room PMI Project
Manager Installation.

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Example of chemical fastening on a 100 mm floor.
(Example of approved chemical is Bossong BCR-300 V-Plus.)

Reference to the critical

component on

Installation Manual

Description

Dimension

Number of elements

According to and

material grade

Torque to apply [Nm]

Loctite use

Nut size and washers

Embedment de

pth

[mm]

Material of the parent

to whitch the screw is

mounted on

Component

No

1 and 4

Anchor screw
for fixation of

the over floor

base plate

M10

8

Screw

8.8

20

No

Nut M10 +

Washer

70

Concrete

C20/25

not

cracked

ANCHORAGE DIAGRAM MINIMUM THICKNESS 100 MILLIMETER MINIMUM

Screws type M10 (screws, nuts and the washers included in the shipment).
Remind to tight the screws/bolts using the cross rule.

Measure in millimeters.

NOTE: the hole must be perfectly clean.

The applicability verification of this example is under the responsibility of the room PMI Project
Manager Installation.

Not all fastening options are obtainable if customer site is in seismic / OSHPD regions. It is required
to work with regional guidelines for expectable floor thickness that is greater than the options
below to meet code.

WARNING
Install according the
screw manufacturer’s
instruction.

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5.5. Table main control console

5.5.1. Packaging

The main control console is not shipped with a separate package. It is included in the Package 2,
referring to the Unpacking Procedure in the Installation Manual.

5.5.2. Dimensions

Measures in mm.

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5.6. In-room secondary console (option)

5.6.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

In-room secondary console
shipping pack

130 cm

(51.2in)

47 cm

(18.5in)

50 cm

(19.7in)

50 kg

(110 lbs)

5.6.2. Dimensions

The measures are in millimeters.

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5.7. Generator Cabinet

5.7.1. Packaging

The dimensions of the packed Indico IQ® X-ray generator are shown in the table below.

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Main cabinet in shipping pack

71 cm (28in)

61 cm (24in)

132 cm (52in)

* 109-118 kg
(240-260 lbs)

* The packed weight of the generator will vary within the specified range depending on console type
and options.

5.7.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Generator cabinet (wheels are
optional / not included)

50.8 cm
(20 in)

41 cm (16 in)

106cm

(41.5in)

91 kg

(200 lbs)

Measure in inches (mm)

A minimum of 3 inches (76 mm) of clearance is required between the back of the generator and any
wall behind the generator. Areas around the generator vents must be unobstructed to prevent
overheating.
Cable conduits, troughs or raceways should be provided to route cables from the generator cabinet
to the console and to the room equipment if required. These should be large enough to allow the
cables to be routed without risk of damage.

Sufficient room must be provided to allow access to the generator for installation. A minimum of 42
inches (1.07 m) clearance is recommended on any side for which service access may be required
during installation. This is to minimize the risk of accidentally contacting high voltage during service
and maintenance.

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5.8. Digital system

5.8.1. Packaging

The digital system is shipped with the detector/detectors in a single package.

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Main cabinet in shipping pack

73 cm

65 cm

154 cm

160 kg

A minimum of 10 cm of clearance is required around the digital system. Areas around the digital
system grids must be unobstructed to prevent overheating.

In order to aid installation and maintenance activities, the system stands on wheels. This allows
shorts repositioning for accessing the internal component.
A minimum of 100 cm clearance is recommended on front and rear sides during installation and
maintenance.
Cable routing should be large enough to allow the cables to be routed without risk of damage.

Tray locking
system during
transportation.

Wiring
access.

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5.8.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Digital Cabinet

66 – 74 cm

57 cm

90 cm

110 kg

Lateral view

Top view

Measures in mm

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5.9. Monitor

5.9.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor 23”

18.5 cm

62.5 cm

46.5 cm

8.6 kg

5.9.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor 23”

22 / 40 cm

56 cm

36 cm

6.6 kg

Measures in mm.

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5.10. Monitor Advantech

5.10.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor 24”

71.5 cm

18.5 cm

59.5 cm

11 kg

Weight includes external power supply (1 kg).

5.10.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor 24”

68 cm

57.8 cm

40.3 cm

7.8 kg

Measures in mm.

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Display stand

222 mm

252 mm

432 mm

3.2 kg

For desk installation.

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5.11. Monitor cart

5.11.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor cart (without monitor)

47 cm

47 cm

140 cm

10 kg

5.11.2. Dimensions

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Single monitor cart

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor cart (with monitor)

898 mm-

811 mm

1497 mm

--- kg

Measures in mm.

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Double monitor cart

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Monitor cart (with monitors)

1137 mm-

811 mm

1497 mm

--- kg

Measures in mm.

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5.12. Wall Stand - option

5.12.1. Packaging

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Wall Stand (not tilting)

248 cm

73 cm

83 cm

222 kg

Wall Stand (tilting)
(not available for US)

248 cm

73 cm

83 cm

251 kg

Measures in mm.

The case content is:

The stand (fastened lying down in a horizontal position), complete with bucky carriage (and detection
chamber according to the customer’s requests);
The box contains the small blocks for fixing the wall stand some additional screws, and the optional
accessories to complete the equipment installation and its manuals.

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5.12.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Wall Stand Not tilting

40 cm

(46 cm)

62 cm

239 cm

(277 cm*)

171 kg

* with arm holder accessory

Total weight 171 kg

Center of

gravity

A: not used

B: floor base fastening or
floor and wall fastening

Measure [mm]

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ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Wall Stand Tilting
(not available for US)

66 cm

(72 cm)

62 cm

239 cm

(263 cm)*

200 kg

* with arm holder accessory

Total weight 200 kg

Center of

gravity

A: not used

B: floor base fastening or
floor and wall fastening

Measure [mm]

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5.12.3. Wall Stand Base Plate and Wall Bracket

Wall stand fixation onto the floor and onto the floor and wall. Measures in mm.

Wall bracket (for wall fixation). Measure in [mm]

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5.13. Wall stand and Table Layout

The recommended distance of the base plate rear from the wall is 500 mm. The minimum
distance of the base plate rear from the wall must be 336mm.
During the installation, the recommended distance from the wall for the generator is 1,07 m (42
inches). During normal use, a minimum distance of 76 mm (3 inches) is required.
The minimum distance from the wall for the digital system is 100 mm (4 inches).
Lower distances could prevent proper maintenance.

Safety distances from the wall must be respected. For the positioning of the devices inside the
room, it is necessary to consider cables length.

LEGEND

1) Table

2) Generator power cabinet

3) Operative limit

4) Control desk

5) Main console

6) Room power electrical board

7) Anti-X glass

8) Monitor on cart

9) Monitor+keyboard+mouse

10) Digital system cabinet

11) UPS

12) Bucky stand

NOTE: The recommended service
area behind the table is 500mm.
The minimum service area behind
the table must be 336 mm.

Example of positioner table with wall stand. Measures in mm.

(*) This layout is an example. Specific details regarding room dimensions and system-wall distances
will be considered with the pre-installation team.

*

336

*

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5.14. Detector

The detector must be stored and handled within its original larger outer cardboard box. Do not open
this outer box if there is no need.

While not used nor powered, the detector should be stored within the inner protective bag resealed
or reclosed with an adhesive tape, and using desiccant material inside the bag to avoid any humidity
on the detector.

5.14.1. Packaging

The detectors are shipped with the digital system in a single package.

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Detector Pixium 4343FL

70 cm

64 cm

31 cm

21 kg

Detector Pixium 4343RF

72 cm

72 cm

31 cm

32 kg

Wifi Detector Pixium 3543EZ

63 cm

67 cm

25 cm

10 kg

Wifi Detector Pixium 2430EZ

63 cm

67 cm

25 cm

10 kg

PU**

N.A.

N.A.

N.A.

N.A.

** The PU unit is already installed into the digital system cabinet. Make reference to the Digital
System information

The cardboard box and the inner protective bag have to be opened with care in order to be reused.
Unpacking procedure:

a) Open the cardboard box using the two fasteners on the front side of the box.
b) Remove the inner protective bag from the box (See next page for continuation of

instructions).

CAUTION!

Do not open the inner protective bag before a sufficient acclimatization time. The acclimatization
time is specified as 7h30 hours (minimum). It is mandatory to remove the detector from the
cardboard box during this time – however do not under any condition open the sealed protective
bag during this time. Refer to the PIXIUM FE 4343 [R or F] specification for storage conditions
(environmental temperature and humidity, etc...) of the detector once the protective bag has been
opened at the end of this acclimatization time.

c) In order to open the inner protective bag, cut off only the sealed part of the bag.
d) Immediately after opening the inner protective bag, check and note the value provided by

humidity indicator placed inside the bag.

e) A digital readout thermometer is placed inside the inner cardboard box, to record max and

min temperatures during transport and storage. To read these temperatures, just press
MAX/MIN pushbutton and note the indications. Refer to the PIXIUM FE 4343 [R or F]
specification for specified temperature values.

f) Keep the following original parts in a secure place in case of detector return :

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• cardboard box,

• foams,

• digital thermometer,

as well as a new inner protective bag (with Velcro strip) which contains a small sealed bag

with desiccant material bag and a new humidity indicator. DO NOT OPEN this small sealed
bag as it will be used in the case of any detector return. Take care to not apply undo shocks
to the shipping containers even if empty.

5.14.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Detector Pixium 4343FL

49 cm

50 cm

4,6 cm

14 kg

Detector Pixium 4343RF

51 cm

52 cm

4,6 cm

25 kg

Wifi Detector Pixium 3543EZ

38 cm

46 cm

1,5 cm

3 kg

Wifi Detector Pixium 2430EZ

26,5 cm

32,5 cm

1,5 cm

2 kg

Detector Pixium 4343FL. Measures in mm.

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5.15. Access Point

5.15.1. Packaging

The access point is not shipped with a separate package. It is included in the Package 2.

5.15.2. Dimensions

ITEM

LENGTH

WIDTH

HEIGHT

WEIGHT

Access Point

170 mm

170 mm

28 mm

316 g

Place this component inside the room.

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6. Planning Electrical Connections

6.1. Routing Cables

The dimension of cable ducts should be 20x8 cm or larger.
Smaller ducts may lead to difficulties during installation.

6.1.1. General

Whenever possible, keep high-voltage and power cables away from any other cables. Use separate
trough in duct system. Minimize cable length between the line disconnect and the system cabinet
power unit to reduce voltage regulation problems and wiring costs. For information about the cables
supplied with your system, please refer to the paragraph “Schematic overview and cable list” in the
System Installation manual.

6.1.2. Conduit

Using conduit imposes some important considerations when used with this system. Of primary
concern, the majority of cables used are pre-terminated. Pre-termination greatly simplifies
interconnection but makes cable-pulling difficult because of the added dimensions of the connectors.
Conduit must be large enough to pass the cable and connector through with all other cables already
in the conduit. Also, the size of conduit chosen must allow for future growth. There’s the possibility of
additional cables being added later as the system is developed and options are added. The use of
conduit is recommended for cables running overhead between rooms, especially when a diagonal
run provides the shortest cable path.

6.1.3. Floor Ducts

Floor ducts have advantages when used with a single room or two adjacent rooms. Floor duct
combines cabling in a neat, functional appearance with accessibility and room for expansion. The
disadvantage is the amount of work required to install it, which is generally prohibitive in existing
installations. For the same reason, it is impractical to attempt to add on to existing floor duct
systems.

6.1.4. Power Distribution

Make reference to the par. 8.2 Electrical Requirements page 89.

6.1.5. Emergency Power

R&F rooms may be used as critical care areas. Primary power to the patient table auxiliary outlets
should be distributed from the customer's emergency power branch. The auxiliary outlets may have
life-support devices plugged in that must remain on during a power failure in the main branch. This
will require a separate, independent circuit breaker so service personnel can remove all power from
the table during installation and servicing without removing power from the room outlets. Always
check local codes for emergency power requirements.

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6.2. Master Interconnect System (MIS)

System interconnect cables are described in MIS (Master Interconnect System) documents shipped
with the system. These documents specify all interconnections between components within the
system and its options.
Note: for specific system interconnect maps and connection details please refer to the System Service
Manual.

6.3. Hospital Network Connections

All Digital systems are equipped with Broadband fast Ethernet hardware for Service Diagnostics. The
systems equipped with Digital Imaging are capable of placing electronic images on the Hospital image
Ethernet Network (DICOM).
The Digital PC (part of the Digital subsystem) is the connectivity point between the system and the
hospital. For a Broadband connection, it is the purchaser’s responsibility to provide the connection at
the Ethernet port on the Digital PC via a Cat 5 Ethernet cable and the hospital Ethernet connection.
Note: System hardware is rated at 100/1000Mbs transfer rate. Hospital connections must be rated
for 100/1000Mbs for optimal performance. One RJ45 Ethernet plug should be present in the room.

6.3.1. Remote services broadband pre-installation requirements for Europe

To enable an easier installation and to benefit from remote support (service and engineering teams),
the equipment should be connected to installation on site.
Thus, the connectivity solution to implement should be decided during pre-installation and all related
data should be available before installation starts.
For all installations make sure that you have at least one RJ45 dedicated to connect the new
equipment on the LAN.
In case of Broadband, this connection will also be used for the remote service of the equipment.
The distributor offers a wide range of connectivity solutions.

Network devices (like CISCO Routers for instance) can be shipped with the equipment only if the
Sales Representative has added the connectivity item in the order.
For complete descriptions of these connectivity solutions, please refer to the Broadband Solutions
catalogue.
Connectivity Process and pre-installations checklists are available in the Broadband Connectivity PIM.
For each solution selected by the customer the pre-installation checklist must be fulfilled by site IT
manager in order to get connectivity information (site IT manager contacts, IP address…) available at
installation.

6.3.2. RSVP Network requirements

System should be connected to external network in order to reach RSVP server. Port 443 has to be
opened. Check with your Connectivity leaders if hospital network is ready for RSVP.

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6.3.3. DICOM hospital Network

If the customer wants to use the DICOM services provided by the digital system, please be sure to
have a Local Area Network plug (RJ45 type) connected to the Hospital Network and one Ethernet
cable cat. 5 for the connection to the digital system DICOM network board (connector B11C4).

The customer must also supply the following information:

• Local Network board TCP-IP address (or the indication to use the DHCP service);

• Local Digital PC “Station Name” (Local AE title);

• DICOM Store Server AE title;

• DICOM Store Server TCP-IP address and port number;

• DICOM Print Server AE title;

• DICOM Print Server TCP-IP address and port number;

• DICOM Worklist Server AE title;

• DICOM Worklist Server TCP-IP address and port number;

• DICOM MPPS Server AE title;

• DICOM MPPS Server TCP-IP address and port number;

• DICOM Dose SR Store Server AE title (option);

• DICOM Dose SR Store Server TCP-IP address and port number (option);

Option

Only in case the customer wants to grant Internet access to this device, also the following
information is needed:

• Default gateway TCP-IP address;

• Preferred DNS server (or the indication to use the DHCP service)

• Alternate DNS server (option)

ATTENTION
The customer MUST be aware of the risks concerning cybersecurity of an enabled Internet
connection.
Internet connection can be activated only if the user logs in Windows as “Administrator”. The
normal Windows user “Operator” can never connect to Internet.

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7. Laying Out the Room

7.1. Considerations

7.1.1. Privacy and security

It is strongly recommended that the system is installed in a secure location and is protected from
physical access by unauthorized individuals. It is recommended that the room where the system is
installed is access controlled and audited by either physical or electronic means.
The monitors should be placed in a way limiting the visibility to the user only.
The computer should be physically secured in a way that it is not physically accessible to unintended
use.
The digital system should be connected to a secured network, not open to unintended users or hosts.

7.1.2. Radiation Protection

Because X-ray equipment produces radiation, you may need to take special precautions or make
special site modifications. GE Medical Systems does not make recommendations regarding radiation
protection. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to consult a radiation physicist for advisement on
radiation protection in X-ray rooms.
Remember to locate the User Interface per local codes and regulations. The IUI must not be located
anywhere there’s a possibility of exposing the operator to radiation during use. This includes
operation of the system using the hand switch. The hand switch is on the right side of the unit, and
cannot be relocated to the left side.

7.1.3. Service Access

Allow appropriate space for service access of equipment. Consult component pre-installation
directions for clearance information.

7.1.4. Clinical Access

Make sure that you plan the room with the following clinical access requirements:

• Provide easy access to the patient table. Stretchers and other mobile hospital equipment

must reach the table quickly.

• Clinicians at the patient table must be able to communicate with assistants in the control

area monitoring equipment from the table.

• Operators in the control area must have easy access to the control console. However,

position the controls (including hand switches) so the operator cannot take exposures while
looking around or standing outside the control booth's lead glass window.

• Operators in the control area must have easy access to video recorders and injector

programmers, film and video storage cabinets, and service and operating manuals.

• Consult customer on the number and location of non-electrical lines (air, oxygen, vacuum,

water, etc.) in the room.

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7.1.5. Peripheral Equipment

Consult hospital personnel regarding additional space requirements for the following types of
hospital equipment:

• storage cabinets

• sinks

• oxygen stations

• IV apparatus

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7.2. Typical Room Layout

The remote tilting table can be installed in a room that has been officially approved for the operation
of radiological equipment of the same class.
In addition, proper operation of the unit can be achieved only if the environmental characteristics
specified in the following sections are strictly observed.

The recommended distance of the base plate rear from the wall is 500 mm. The minimum
distance of the base plate rear from the wall must be 336mm.
During the installation, the recommended distance from the wall for the generator is 1,07 m (42
inches). During normal use, a minimum distance of 76 mm (3 inches) is required.
The minimum distance from the wall for the digital system is 100 mm (4 inches).
Lower distances could prevent proper maintenance.

Safety distances from the wall must be respected. For the positioning of the devices inside the
room, it is necessary to consider cables length.

A typical room layout (without OTS and wall stand) could be the following one.

LEGEND

1) Table

2) Generator power cabinet

3) Operative limit

4) Control desk

5) Main control console

6) Room power electrical board

7) Anti-X glass

8) Monitor on cart

9) Monitor+keyboard+mouse

10) Digital system cabinet

11) UPS

NOTE: The recommended service
area behind the table is 500mm.
The minimum service area
behind the table must be 336
mm.

Measures in mm.

500

500

*

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A typical layout with OTS and wall stand could be the following one.

WARNING:
it is important that the longitudinal OTS rails are parallel to the table longitudinal movement.

LEGEND

1) Table

2) Ceiling suspension

3) Bucky stand

4) Generator power cabinet

5) Operative limit

6) Control desk

7) Main control console

8) Room power electrical board

9) Anti-X glass

10) Monitor on cart

11) Monitor+keyboard+mouse

12) Digital system cabinet

13) UPS

14) Ceiling suspension cable IN (*)

15) Cable out from the generator for

the ceiling suspension

NOTE: The recommended service
area behind the table is 500mm. The
minimum service area behind the
table must be 336 mm.

(*) The ceiling cable IN is on the right or on the left, according to the generator position (right or left).
This information must be provided to the manufacturer in the pre-installation phase.
In this example, the cable exit RIGHT is chosen because the generator is on the right.

The system is shipped already cabled. If you need to change the cable exit, make reference to
procedure in the OTS Service Manual.

300 cm

336

500 recommended

*

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* The max extremity length is = 350 mm. ** 660 mm steps are also possible.

*

**

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For both layouts, the following drawings illustrate how to perform cable conduit and plate fixing.

Measures in mm.

Recommended opening for duct should be 20x10 cm.

In case of ducts fixed in the floor, also the connectors have to be passed through the ducts. So, it is
important to dimension the ducts correctly. The following indications are listed as guideline to
understand the overall space needed to pass connectors and cables:

- metal cylindrical 6 inches (15,3 cm) diameter ducts for power cables,

- metal cylindrical 7 inches (17,8 cm) diameter ducts for signal cables,

- metal cylindrical 3 inches (7,7 cm) diameter ducts for console and first monitor cables.

(*) NOTE: This distance is 700mm (200+500) if the 500mm recommended service area behind the
table is used. It must be 536 (200+336) if the 336mm minimum service area behind the table is used.

5200

5200

3056

700*

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Unit weight = 1025+323 kg measure in mm
Loading area = 2.60 m2
Plate weight = 80 kg
Floor loading >= 550 kg/m2

(*) NOTE: The recommended service area behind the table is 500mm. The minimum service area
behind the table must be 336 mm.

It is important to check the floor composition: other materials different from concrete floors should
be managed by the costumers in order to guarantee a good plate fixation.

336

500*

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Unit weight = 1025+ 323 kg measure in mm
Plate weight = 180 kg

(*) NOTE: The recommended service area behind the table is 500mm. The minimum service area
behind the table must be 336 mm.

5200

5200

1750

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8. System Facility Power and Grounds

8.1. Introduction

All the control electronics of the remote tilting table has the 0V grounded.
It is consequently clear that a grounding error in the installation or a ground connection made with a
cable of inadequate section may degrade both reliability and safety level of the unit.

The following rules must be observed for a correct grounding:

1 Check that the central ground terminal in the examination room has the characteristics

specified in the safety norms of the country. In particular ground resistances lower than 2 
is suggested.

2 Connect the central ground terminal directly to the central ground terminal of the power

distribution box by means of a 4 mm² singe conductor if the distance is less than 10 m. The
cable section must be increased proportionally in case of higher distances.

3 Connect all ground internal cables only to the central ground terminal of the unit located in

the upper side of the power cabinet as shown in the following figure. Make sure that the
brass fixation screws have been properly tightened.

4 Do not add other ground connections that might involve sections of the system, in order to

avoid the possibility to cause ground loops.

8.2. Electrical Requirements

8.2.1. Power quality and System Power Specifications

System power and absorbance

Device

Voltage

Momentary
Power

Standby Power
Table

400Vac

4kVA

600VA

Generator 65kW
400Vac

95 kVA

300VA

480Vac

95 kVA

300VA

Generator 80kW
400Vac

115 kVA

300VA

480Vac

115 kVA

300VA

Digital system

230Vac

350VA

300VA

OTS Overhead Tube Suspension

220/230/240 Vac

1370 VA

100VA

NOTE: the presence of two auxiliary 230 Vac plugs could be useful in the radiological room and in the
control room for the connection of service tools as laptop PC or dosimetry devices.

NOTE: FOR US ONLY, S13441MD Mains Disconnect Panel and Transformer may be purchased from GE
for US Installations to provide the above power requirements. (the MDP does not require a neutral
line).

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE INSTALLER:

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The input line of each component must be protected by means of a safety switch, calibrated for a maximum
leakage current of 30 mA.

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Calculation of overvoltage in the electric cabinet according to CEI 17-43

Electric Cabinet: DIGITAL / REMOTE ROOM

Cabinet Type:800X585X300MM

Frame Dimensions: Height : 800 mm

Width : 585 mm

Depth : 300 mm

No. Diaphragms: 0

Material: Thermal transmission K:3,5

Maximum radiant power from the [W] frame:146W Casing constant (k):0517

Calculation of the actual cooling

surface

Cabinet wall

Size [mm x mm]

Wall surface

A0[m2]

Surface

Factor b

Effective Surface

A0 x b [m2]

Upper Compartment

585X300

0,18

1,4

0,25

Front side

585X800

0,47

0,9

0,42

Rear side

585X800

0,47

0,5

0,23

Left side

300x800

0,24

0,9

0,22

Right wall

300x800

0,24

0,9

0,22

Effective total surface

Ae=Σ (A2 x b) = total [ m

2

] 1.33mq

General data

Temperature data

Power data

Environment
Temperature

20

Installed Power [W]

160,30 W

Maximum temperature
inside the Cabinet

50

Usage factor

0,30

Simultaneity factor

0,60

Effective power dissipated in the
Cabinet [W]

28,85 W

Calculation results

Calculation results: Temperatures

Calculation results: Cooling

Average
temperature in the
Cabinet

27,4

Air Inlet Section

2

Opening [cm]

Maximum temperature
in the Cabinet

31.4

Air volume required

3

for the fan [m / h]

Cabinet Delta
Temperature

3,30K

Thermal input Required for
the Heat Exchanger [W / K]

Delta Temperature at
the top of the Cabinet

11,40K

Cooling power required for
the air conditioner [W]

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8.2.2. Table Electrical requirements

The remote tilting table requires the connection to an electrical line with the following
characteristics:

Line Voltage

380 / 400V 3-phases

Line Voltage tolerance

 10 % ( absolute max. rating )

Line frequency

50 Hz – 60 Hz

Line frequency tolerance

 2 %

Stand-by power

600 VA

Peak power

4.000 VA

The standard configuration of the units includes the 380 / 400V 3-phase insulation transformer. In
case the line voltage is different from the standard one.

If possible, it is also a good norm to apply the following rules for the line connection:

• The input line must be totally independent from any other lines that might create

interference.

• The main line cable is laid in conduit separate from the cable conduit.

• The section of the line cables must be minimum 4.0 mm2.

• In case the input line characteristics do not match the requirements, it is a good practice to

install a line conditioner.

The input line cable must be connected at the power cabinet line terminals, as detailed in the
following figures.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE INSTALLER:
The input line must be protected by means of a safety switch, calibrated for a
maximum leakage current of 30 mA.

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8.2.3. Generator Electrical Requirements

Note: Shunt trip circuit breaker required.
The main circuit breaker supplied by the customer must be sized in accordance with local regulations
and have remote (shunt) trip.
In particular, the general requirements of the room input line are:

Line Voltage

400V 3-phase

Line Voltage tolerance

 10 % ( absolute max. rating )

Line frequency

50 Hz – 60 Hz

Line frequency tolerance

 2 %

Line input reactive power (peak)

95kVA or 115 kVA

Line input active power

65kW or 80 kW

Power source impedance @ 400V

0.13  or 0.11 

Stand-by current

< 0.5 A

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8.3. UPS Electrical Requirements

This option is not valid for US.

Input Line Voltage

208-240 Vac

Input Line frequency

50 Hz – 60 Hz ( 5 %)

Power

2000VA

Output Voltage

230Vac (default)

Output Voltage tolerance

 2 %

Output frequency

50 Hz – 60 Hz ( 3 %)

Digital cabinet UPS OP2003 (rear)

From Power

Distribution

Box

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8.4. Electrical Grounds

If a neutral line is provided with the system, under no circumstances is it to be used for ground
purposes. The ground conductor only may carry fault currents.

Table ground connection

Generator ground connection

Console ground connection (main and secondary)

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OTS ground connection

Wall stand ground connection

GND