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Figure 4-6 Brake release button
NOTE: The unit may be driven while the system software is booting up.
Position the Tube
This section describes how to setup and position mechanical components of the Definium AMX 700.
Steps for mechanical positioning are organized in the following way.
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Adjustment of column and telescoping arm
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Rotation of x-ray tube unit, and
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Adjustment of collimator
Mechanical Setup
Follow these steps to release the latch, vertical column and telescoping arm locks from the park/
transport position.
Make sure that the unit is turned ON.
Latch Lock Release
1. Grip the collimator handles to activate the switch. (You should hear a clicking sound.) With slight
force, push the telescoping arm down to release latch and then raise up.
Note that you only need to grip one of the collimator handles (Figure 4-7) to activate the lock
release system.
NOTE: Unlatching the tube will activate the monitor. The monitor turns off when the tube is latched to
conserve battery power.
Definium AMX 700 X-Ray System
Operator Manual
5161515-1EN
Rev. 6 (10 February 2008)
© 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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