HF Series Generators
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CAPACITORS COMPACT GENERATORS
(WITH CAPACITOR CHARGER BOARD A3517--02)
The Installation process depends on Generator and System configuration.
This document applies to installation of Capacitors Compact Generator.
Installation
DO NOT PLUG IN THE UNIT TO THE MAINS SOCKET UNTIL
SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED IN THIS SERVICE MANUAL.
THIS GENERATOR IS PERMANENTLY CONNECTED TO THE
POWER LINE THROUGH A LINE PLUG. IT IS POWERED ON
UNLESS THE SAFETY SWITCH INSTALLED IN THE ROOM
ELECTRICAL CABINET IS OFF. WHEN THE UNIT IS
POWERED, THE NEON (GREEN) LOCATED ON THE
TRANSFORMER 6T2 IS ON.
KEEP THE PROTECTION COVERS IN PLACE ALL THE TIME,
ONLY REMOVE THE COVERS TO PERFORM SERVICE
OPERATIONS. INTERNAL PARTS (CAPACITOR OF HV
INVERTER, STORAGE CAPACITORS MODULE, LINE FUSES,
DC BUS FUSES, ETC.) CAN BE PERMANENTLY POWERED
ON AND HAVE THE FULL VOLTAGE POTENTIAL OF THE
CAPACITORS (APPROX. 800 VDC), ALTHOUGH THE UNIT IS
DISCONNECTED FROM THE LINE OR THE CONTROL
CONSOLE IS OFF. USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING IN THIS
AREA.
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SECTION 1 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
The generator is shipped in one box to facilitate transport and installation.
Upon receipt of the X-ray unit and associated equipment, inspect all shipping
containers for signs of damage. If damage is found, notify the carrier or his
agent immediately.
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1. Open the shipping box, then move away the Control Console,
Interconnection Cables, Cabinet Cover and other furnished parts. Do not
discard any packing material such as envelopes, boxes, bags until all
parts are accounted for as listed on the packing list.
2. Remove the packing material from the pallet.
3. Remove the Generator Cabinet from the shipping pallet and place it near
4. When the equipment is unpacked, verify that all items on the customer
5. Check the part numbers / serial numbers of each component with its
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to its site in the room. At least two people are required for this operation.
order are present, and the hardware and internal wiring is secure.
identification labels, and inspect all pieces for visible damage. If any
damaged parts are found, repair or order replacements to prevent
unnecessary delay in installation.
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6. Usually Generator Cabinet stands freestanding. Seismic areas and
other conditions require to make firm the Generator Cabinet to the floor
through the mounting holes on the bottom.
In some cases due to transport safety requirements, the HV Transformer
is shipped out of the Generator Cabinet. Install the HV Transformer
inside the Cabinet (upper area) and secure it with the respective anchors
or plates, then connect the following cables from the Power Module to the
corresponding terminals on the HV Transformer:
G P2-Shield (2 thin wires), P1 and P3. Take care to connect these
cables to the stud-brass terminals, use two wrenches to tighten the
nuts and avoid twisting the studs.
G Ground wire to Ground stud.
G Connector J1.
THE HV TRANSFORMER HAS TO BE SECURED WITH ITS
ANCHORS OR PLATES INSIDE THE CABINET. OTHERWISE
P1, P2 AND P3 STUDS MAY BE IN CONTACT WITH THE
CABINET FRAME AND PRODUCE A SHORT-CIRCUIT.
7. Control Console can be freestanding, wall supported or mounted on an
optional Pedestal. Console is provided with a several mounting holes on
the bottom for anchoring to the Pedestal or another support.
Console C PU Boards and AEC Control Board can be located inside the
Console (standard) or inside the Generator Cabinet (for Serial
communication).
8. When a Pedestal is used, secure the Pedestal to the floor through the
anchoring holes on its base and place the cover base. Assemble the
Console to the Pedestal through the mounting holes on the bottom of the
Console.
9. When the Console is wall supported, secure the support to the wall and
assemble the Console to the support through the mounting holes on the
bottom of the Console.
10. Leave a working area around the equipment until its final assembly.
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