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電子承認完了図書

No. 2D201-064E*K

SERVICE MANUAL
FOR TOSHIBA SCANNER

TSX-101A
X-RAY SYSTEM VOLUME
(2D201-064E*K)

© TOSHIBA MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORPORATION 2002-2009


ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
IMPORTANT!

1. No part of this manual may be copied or reprinted, in whole or in part,


without prior written permission.

2. The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice
and without legal obligation.

3. The contents of this manual are correct to the best of our knowledge.
Please inform us of any ambiguous or erroneous descriptions, missing
information, etc.

No. 2D201-064E*K
REVISION RECORD

REV. DATE REASON PAGE SER. DOC.


(MM/YY) /AUTHOR CHANGED No. PRODUCT.

INI. 11/'02 Mr. Ishiyama ------- TM-WI7

*A 08/'03 Ms. Harada

*B 10/'03 Due to change of company name Mr. Soejima

*C 10/'03 Mr. Soejima

*D 12/'03 Review of descriptions in this manual


Mr. Soejima

*E 04/'05 Additions in subsection TM-WI2


6.4 Handling the High-Voltage Cable Mr. Honda

*F 06/'05 Change of the high-voltage cable cap


54
mounting method Mr. Honda

*G 03/'06 Addition of high-voltage cable connecting


50 to 61
method (at the X-ray tube end) Mr. Honda

*H 09/'06 Change of X-ray high-voltage generator P. 16, 27, 28,


30, 31, 48,
57 to 59, 69,
70, 105, 112,
Ms. Harada 115, 116

*I 03/'08 Change of high-voltage P. 47, 57, 58


cable connection Mr. Yoshida

*J 04/'08 Review of descriptions in the manual P. 11


Mr. Hashimoto

*K 03/'09 Addition of CXXG-012A Mr. Yoshida All pages

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Safety Precautions

1. Meaning of Signal Words

In this manual, the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used to
indicate safety and other important instructions. The signal words and their meanings are
defined as follows. Please understand their meanings clearly before reading this manual.

Signal word Meaning

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,


will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,


could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,


may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may


result in property damage.

2. Safety Precautions

Please observe the following precautions to ensure the safety of the service engineer as well as
operators when servicing this equipment.

DANGER: 1. This system is not explosion-proof. Therefore, do not use


flammable or explosive gases near the system. If flammable or
explosive gases enter the system, a fire or explosion may occur.

2. Before disconnecting cables


or removing covers, wait for
more than five minutes for the
SRU (CXXG-008A) or more
than ten minutes for the
Spellman (CXXG-012A) after
turning OFF the power supply.
Failure to observe this warning
may result in serious injury or
death.

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DANGER: 3. When servicing is to be performed with the gantry cover open, be
sure to turn OFF all the breakers and wait for more than five
minutes for the SRU (CXXG-008A) or more than ten minutes for the
Spellman (CXXG-012A) before starting servicing. Failure to do so
may result in personal injury or death due to electric shock or
unexpected system operation.

4. Do not remove the covers of the console monitor and X-ray high-
voltage generator in the gantry because there are high-voltage
sections inside them. If the covers are removed, accidental
contact may occur, causing electric shock and possibly death.

Note the points listed below when it is necessary to connect


measuring instruments such as an oscilloscope to a circuit of the
floating section such as the DRV PWB, the inverter PWB, etc. for
any reason. Failure to observe the following precautions may
result in damage to the system.

• Use a differential probe or isolation probe.


• Do not leave the probe cable dangling when the probe is
connected to the measuring point. Doing so may cause shock
or short-circuit with the exposed GND section of the connector.
• When several measuring points are monitored simultaneously
using an oscilloscope, note that the ground levels of the probes
become common.
5. If it is necessary to perform servicing with the system turned ON,
supply power only to the required parts. At the same time, take
safety measures such as turning OFF the power of the cover
switch and NFB120 (power to the rotation servo motor).

6. If it is necessary to rotate the gantry with the cover open, take


special precautions to ensure that persons are not accidentally
caught in the rotation section.

7. When disconnecting the high-voltage cable, observe the following


to fully discharge its residual charge in order to ensure safety
during servicing work.

• Turn power OFF and wait five minutes or more.


• When the high-voltage cable has been disconnected,
simultaneously ground two of the three pins at the top of the
bushing in all three combinations. Repeat all combinations
twice or more.
• Do not touch the top of the bushing.
• Place a cap, vinyl cover, etc. over the tip of the bushing to
protect it.

8. Hazardous voltage in the LCSR (slip ring section) and brush


section will cause electric shock. Do not remove the rear dome
cover. If it is necessary to remove the rear dome cover, turn OFF
the breaker before mounting/removing the rear dome cover.
Do not turn ON the power of the gantry when the rear dome cover
is removed.

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DANGER: 9. Gantry rotation may continue even if an eXam Plan is interrupted.
Particularly when servicing work (phantom replacement etc.) is
performed with the gantry cover open, observe the following.

• Be sure to terminate the eXam Plan and confirm that rotation of


the rotation section has stopped.
• Turn OFF NFB120 (power to the rotation servo motor).

10. Do not remove the covers of the console monitor and X-ray high-
voltage generator in the gantry because there are high-voltage
sections inside them. If the covers are removed, accidental
contact may occur, causing electric shock and possibly death.

WARNING: 1. Before starting service procedures, turn OFF the breaker and all
the system power switches on the distribution board.

2. Make sure that ground cables are securely connected for


electrical shock prevention and stable system operation.

3. The system employs a laser beam device. Do not look directly


into the laser beam, as doing so could injure your eyes.

4. Use the cover switch, NFB120, rotation lock pins, etc. to prevent
inadvertent gantry rotation during servicing work in order to
ensure safety of the workers.

5. After opening the gantry front cover, support the cover with two
supporting poles to the rear of the cover. Use the supporting
poles correctly.
If the supporting poles are used incorrectly or the cover is lifted
inadvertently, the supporting poles may fall causing the cover to
close suddenly due to its weight, resulting in injury.

6. Since the rotation section of gantry may rotate suddenly,


carefully install the CT scanner. (For example, when console is
changed to "eXam Plan" during operation or a short-circuit is
caused by any part being touched with the probe of the
measuring instrument.)

7. If a part of the rotation section of gantry is to be removed, be


sure to engage the rotation lock pin of the rotation drive section
and insert the rotation lock pin securely into the rotation lock pin
retaining plate. Otherwise, the rotation section may rotate
suddenly due to the weight imbalance caused by removal of the
part, and a worker may get caught in the rotation section and be
seriously injured as a result. Hold the rotation section firmly
when pulling out the rotation lock pin.

8. Before touching internal parts, wait for more than five minutes
for the SRU (CXXG-008A) or more than ten minutes for the
Spellman (CXXG-012A) after turning OFF all the power supplies
of the system.
Both the Spellman (CXXG-012A) and the SRU (CXXG-008A) units
contain some parts that are not insulated.
A dangerous voltage may be present even if the power supplies
are OFF.

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WARNING: 9. The gate drive circuit and the FET inverter circuit are high-
voltage circuits. Do not perform repair or maintenance work on
these circuits and do not attempt to measure these circuits using
a probe. If it is necessary to touch these circuits, be sure to
check in advance that there is no DC voltage relative to ground
(chassis) using a tester etc.

10. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with
same type and rating of fuse.

11. After completing the work, be sure to confirm that all mounting
screws of the cover are tightened firmly.
If the gantry is tilted with the screws not tightened firmly, the
cover may open, fall, or interfere with objects around it, leading
to injury or damage.

CAUTION: 1. Do not modify or repair the system without permission.


Failure to do so may result in system malfunction or incorrect
system operation.

2. When handling the gantry covers such as removing, remounting,


replacing, lifting, or lowering them, wear protective glasses and
gloves. The gantry covers are made of FRP, and your eyes, hands,
or fingers may be injured by the glass fibers in the FRP.

3. When repair or replacement work must be temporarily interrupted,


take appropriate measures such as closing the covers etc. to ensure
safety.

4. Connecting or using any device in combination may cause the


system to operate unstably or dangerously.

5. Make sure that the power supply, frequency, voltage and voltage
fluctuation values conform to the specifications of the system.

6. Make sure that all cable connectors are connected correctly and
that the cables and oil hoses are arranged properly.

7. Make sure that no cooling oil leaks.

8. Before starting X-ray exposure, check whether the necessary


protective measures have been taken, so that the door is closed, no
persons or X-ray sensitive materials such as film are in the scanner
room, and X-rays do not leak from the scanner room.

9. When replacing or checking parts that can be damaged by static


electricity, such as PWBs, hard disks, etc., be sure to wear an
antistatic wristband.

10. When connecting the maintenance cable to the XC PWB, be


extremely careful to avoid anyone or the cable being caught in the
rotation section because the power is turned ON while the
maintenance cable is connected to the rotation section.

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CAUTION: 1. Keep the site room at proper temperature and humidity, and well ventilated.
Keep the system protected from unnecessary vibration or shock.

2. When rotating the rotation section manually, be sure to release the brake before
rotating the rotation section. Rotating the rotation section without releasing the
brake may result in system malfunction.

3. Never pull the cable when disconnecting the connector. Doing so may damage
the cable.

4. A voltage of approximately 8.5 kV is applied to the Spellman (CXXG-012A)


INVERTER output cable during X-ray exposure.
If the Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable come into contact with
other cables or metal parts, heat generation or degradation may occur at the
point of contact, resulting in damage to the Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER
output cable.

5. When securing the cables using cable ties, be sure not to secure the Spellman
(CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable together with other cables. Doing so
may lead to the generation of smoke.

6. When block test is performed, do not reduce the KL setting value to less than
200. The SRU inverter rating may be exceeded and the inverter may be
damaged.

7. When mounting/removing the bushing to/from the X-ray tube receptacle, do not
remove the bushing suddenly or rotate the cable. Doing so may damage the
pin section on the tip of the bushing.

8. When tightening the bolts for securing the high-voltage cable to the X-ray high-
voltage generator, force may not be evenly applied to the welded parts if one of
the bolts is fully tightened first. Be sure to install the connector at the X-ray
high-voltage generator so that the connector is parallel to the X-ray high-voltage
generator. Otherwise, the X-ray high-voltage generator may be damaged.

9. If the cable plug is disconnected during maintenance or inspection, replace the


silicon plate with a new one. The silicon plates and silicon oil used must be
those manufactured by Claymount Corporation. Failure to do so may result in
system malfunction.

10. When performing wiring again, do not bundle the power cable with the signal
cables. An error may occur due to noise.

11. When adjusting the XC maintenance program parameters, do not change the
settings for parameters other than If. Doing so may damage the generator.
If a parameter other than the If value is changed inadvertently, close the window
and return to the Menu window. This clears the setting.

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Precautions for Service Work

Countermeasures against static electricity

If service work is performed at sites at which countermeasures against static electricity


are not taken, be sure to take countermeasures against static electricity to prevent the
PWBs from being damaged and to ensure quality.

[Examples]

• When performing service work such as replacement of PWBs, be sure to wear a wrist
strap.
• If PWBs must be put down somewhere, they must be placed on an antistatic sheet.

Work sheet

NOTE: Periodic inspection

Be sure to perform periodic inspection to confirm that appropriate countermeasures


against static electricity are being taken (the antistatic mechanism functions normally).
(Perform continuity check.)

<Additional information>

Manufacturer : Sumitomo 3M, Inc.

Model name : 8012J

Product name : Conductive plastic product portable field service kit

Items contained : Work sheet--------------------- 1


Wrist strap --------------------- 1
4.5-m ground cable --------- 1

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How to Use This Manual

1. Notation Conventions

(1) NOTE

This manual uses the following conventions for word usage in addition to the signal
words (refer to "Safety Precautions") that indicate remarks related to safety
precautions. Carefully read the contents of this manual before performing service
work.

NOTE: Indicates information of interest to users of equipment as to exceptional conditions or


operating procedures.

(2) Indication of references

In this manual, sections and subsections relating to the descriptions are indicated for
reference as follows.

Î Refer to page 10, "1. Notation In this example, the information related to
Conventions", of this manual. the description with this indication is given
on page 10, "1. Notation Conventions", of
this manual.

2. Organization of the Service Manuals

The following 7 volumes are provided as service manuals for the TSX-101A system
(8-slice, 16-slice).

Table U-1 Service manual organization

TSX-101A (8-slice, Gantry mechanism section volume 2D201-061E


16-slice) service
manuals Patient-couch mechanism section volume 2D201-062E
Gantry/couch control section volume 2D201-063E
X-ray system volume 2D201-064E
Data acquisition section volume 2D201-065E
Data transfer section volume 2D201-059E
Console volume 2D201-079E

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... 5


Precautions for Service Work .............................................................................. 10
How to Use This Manual .......................................................................................... 11

1. Entire X-ray System................................................................... 17


1.1 Configuration ............................................................................................... 17

1.2 Specifications .............................................................................................. 17

1.3 Principles of Operation ........................................................................ 18


1.3.1 CXXG-008A (SRU) ........................................................................................... 18

1.3.2 CXXG-012A (Spellman)................................................................................. 19

1.4 Operation Method ..................................................................................... 21


1.4.1 Turning ON/OFF the power supply ......................................................... 21

1.4.2 Single unit exposures ................................................................................... 21

2. X-ray High-Voltage Generator ..................................... 22


2.1 For CXXG-008A (SRU) ........................................................................... 22
2.1.1 Composition...................................................................................................... 22

2.1.2 Operating principle ........................................................................................ 23

2.1.3 SRU power supply unit................................................................................. 24

2.1.4 SRU (H/L) ............................................................................................................ 25

2.1.5 Replacing the X-ray high-voltage generator ....................................... 34

2.1.6 Replacement and adjustment of the PWB ........................................... 36

2.2 For CXXG-012A (Spellman) ............................................................... 45


2.2.1 Configuration.................................................................................................... 45

2.2.2 Operating principle ........................................................................................ 46

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2.2.3 Operating principle of the AC unit........................................................... 46

2.2.4 Operating principle of the INVERTER unit ........................................... 47

2.2.5 Operating principle of the HV unit ........................................................... 50

2.2.6 XC2 PWB (Spellman) ..................................................................................... 52

2.2.7 Replacing the X-ray high-voltage generator ....................................... 54

2.2.8 Replacing and adjusting the PWBs ........................................................ 66

3. Outline of the X-ray Tube System.......................... 73


3.1 Configuration ............................................................................................... 73

3.2 Specifications .............................................................................................. 73

4. Overload Protection (OLP)


Management Functions ....................................................... 75
4.1 Functional Description ......................................................................... 75

4.2 Calculation and Monitoring of the


Anode Heat Capacity ............................................................................. 75

4.3 Short-Term Monitoring of the Rating ......................................... 75

4.4 Short-Term Monitoring of the Nominal Rating ................... 76

4.5 Power Maintenance for Continuous Cooling ....................... 76

5. Tools and Instruments .......................................................... 77

6. Notices......................................................................................................... 78
6.1 Floating Section ......................................................................................... 78

6.2 Power Cable .................................................................................................. 78

6.3 Precautions for Rotation ..................................................................... 79

6.4 Handling the High-Voltage Cable.................................................. 80

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6.5 Replacing the Fuse.................................................................................. 94

6.6 Other................................................................................................................... 94

7. Checks and Adjustments .................................................. 95


7.1 Checks and Adjustments When Replacing the
X-ray Tube ...................................................................................................... 95
7.1.1 If adjustment ..................................................................................................... 97

7.1.2 If adjustment (description)........................................................................ 102

7.2 Setting and Adjusting the PWBs ................................................. 103


7.2.1 kV waveform adjustment (VR3 adjustment procedures) ............. 103

7.3 Checking the Rotor Driver ............................................................... 107

8. Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 108


8.1 X-ray High-Voltage Generator Troubleshooting .............. 108
8.1.1 X-ray high-voltage generator error........................................................ 108

8.1.2 Troubleshooting table ................................................................................ 113

8.1.3 Table of error codes displayed on the console ............................... 115

8.2 Main Troubleshooting Flowchart for


CXXG-008A (SRU) .................................................................................. 117
8.2.1 OVER mA.......................................................................................................... 117

8.2.2 Under mA ......................................................................................................... 118

8.2.3 HV overcurrent ............................................................................................... 119

8.2.4 Under kV ........................................................................................................... 120

8.2.5 SRU status error............................................................................................ 121

8.2.6 X-ray tube flow fault..................................................................................... 124

8.2.7 X-ray tube thermal fault.............................................................................. 125

8.2.8 XC operation error ........................................................................................ 126

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8.2.9 Cable interlock ............................................................................................... 127

8.2.10 Starter communication error ................................................................... 128

8.2.11 Inverter temperature error......................................................................... 129

8.2.12 Anode/cathode arc ....................................................................................... 130

8.2.13 Errors that may occur in the X-ray system and


require corrective measures .................................................................... 131

8.3 Main Troubleshooting Flowchart for


CXXG-012A (Spellman)....................................................................... 143
8.3.1 X-tube thermal ................................................................................................ 143

8.3.2 X-tube flow ....................................................................................................... 144

8.3.3 Cable interlock ............................................................................................... 145

8.3.4 Off X-ray Detect ............................................................................................. 146

8.3.5 Arc ....................................................................................................................... 147

8.3.6 Test mode error ............................................................................................. 148

8.3.7 Inverter thermal ............................................................................................. 149

8.3.8 Under IF............................................................................................................. 150

8.3.9 Over IF ............................................................................................................... 151

8.3.10 HV overcurrent ............................................................................................... 152

8.3.11 Over mA (Set) ................................................................................................. 153

8.3.12 Over mA (fixed) .............................................................................................. 154

8.3.13 Under mA (set) ............................................................................................... 155

8.3.14 Under mA (fixed) ........................................................................................... 156

8.3.15 Over kV (set) ................................................................................................... 157

8.3.16 Over kV (fixed) ............................................................................................... 158

8.3.17 Under kV (set) ................................................................................................. 159

8.3.18 Under kV (fixed) ............................................................................................. 160

8.3.19 AC fault ............................................................................................................. 161

8.3.20 Abnormal XC status..................................................................................... 162

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8.3.21 Examples of problems in the Spellman .............................................. 163

8.4 Troubleshooting for X-ray Tube .................................................. 164

8.5 XC Maintenance Program for CXXG-008A (SRU) ........... 166


8.5.1 Outline ............................................................................................................... 166

8.5.2 Preparation ...................................................................................................... 166

8.5.3 Menu ................................................................................................................... 167

8.5.4 Log request (This also applies to error log and


console details display.) ............................................................................ 167

8.5.5 Status information ........................................................................................ 169

8.5.6 Help file ............................................................................................................. 170

8.5.7 Parameter adjustment ................................................................................ 172

8.5.8 Block test ......................................................................................................... 173

8.5.9 Exposure test, running test ...................................................................... 174

8.5.10 Debug monitor ............................................................................................... 175

8.5.11 Signal Show .................................................................................................... 176

8.6 XC Maintenance Program for CXXG-012A


(Spellman) .................................................................................................... 179
8.6.1 Outline ............................................................................................................... 179

8.6.2 Preparation ...................................................................................................... 179

8.6.3 Menu ................................................................................................................... 180

8.6.4 Log request (This also applies to error log.)..................................... 181

8.6.5 Exposure test, running test ...................................................................... 186

8.6.6 Debug monitor ............................................................................................... 187

8.6.7 Signal Show .................................................................................................... 188

8.7 Recommended Measures for Stabilizing the


X-ray Tube: CXB-750D ........................................................................ 191
8.7.1 Measures for stabilizing the X-ray tube .............................................. 191

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1. Entire X-ray System
This section describes the configuration, specifications, principles of operation, and
operating procedures of the X-ray system.

1.1 Configuration
The X-ray system comprises the following components. CXB-750 series is an anode-
grounded X-ray tube. CXXG-008A and CXXG-012A are the specified high-voltage units
for the X-ray tube.

Table 1.1-1

Component Model Features


X-ray high-voltage CXXG-008A/3A SRU
generator
CXXG-012A/4A Spellman (Model: X3406)
X-ray tube CXB-750C Anode heat capacity: 7500 kHU
CXB-750D

1.2 Specifications
The specifications of the X-ray system are given below:

Table 1.2-1

Item Specifications
Radiation method Continuous, Anode grounding method
Tube voltage 80, 100, 120 or 135 kV (±3%)
Tube current 10 to 500 mA, 10 mA step (±5% or ±2 mA)
Radiation time Differs according to the direction from the central system.
(0 to 100 sec.: ±5%)
Focus 2 focuses
Anode rotation 3600 rpm to 6600 rpm (commercial frequency)
Power required 3-phase, 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Line capacity 85 kVA
Voltage fluctuation Less than 10% (including -5% fluctuation under load)

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1.3 Principles of Operation
1.3.1 CXXG-008A (SRU)
The block diagram of the X-ray system is shown below.

Door switch 3-phase,


Control from 200 VAC,
External lamp
outside 50 Hz/60 Hz
Slice counter

XC Line noise filter


Power unit

System
communication Rectification
OLP control

Rotor control Smoothing


Operation
control
Interlock

SRU inverter

Feedback control Inverter

Filament feedback Filament heating


Tube voltage feedback
control circuit

Molded
Tube current feedback transformer

Filament High-voltage
transformer transformer

Rectification

X-ray tube

Anode and
Filament Stator coil
cathode

Block diagram of the X-ray system

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1.3.2 CXXG-012A (Spellman)
The block diagram of the X-ray system is shown below.

Block diagram of the X-ray system

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HV X-ray tube

Starter AP3: Tube


Current Return
AP2: Rotor
Heat
Exchanger  LV
DC RAIL AP1:
3p 200 VAC
LV TB

TB1 AS2: Starter L1/SCR


Control

20
EMI-PWB Slip
XC2 HV1 T Slipring
(F1-F3) ring
AC B
SCRT
200 VAC

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Rail / SCR drive
RXP12 RXS06 TR Return
J4
AS3: PC
Control JB5
JB6 JB1 JB4
AC/FIL -PWB
PC JB3
DSP Control Board AS1: Ret JB2
Control I/O

J2
Inverter
J3 HV
1.4 Operation Method
Switching of the power supply, the control method as a single unit, and the operating
conditions are explained.

1.4.1 Turning ON/OFF the power supply

Turning ON the power supply


Turn ON the power supply of the The power is supplied to the gantry, and to the
system (console) according to the X-ray high-voltage section.
normal procedure. The smoothing capacitor starts charging. The
charging is completed in about 10 seconds.
Turning OFF the power supply
Turn OFF the power supply of the When heat build-up of the X-ray tube is high, the
system (console). gantry power supply maintains its energized
state for cooling. When the required cooling
time elapses, the power supply will go off
automatically.

1.4.2 Single unit exposures


Select "DCA test" from the system maintenance menu at the console side. Alternatively,
connect a personal computer terminal containing the specified maintenance program
and execute it.

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2. X-ray High-Voltage Generator
2.1 For CXXG-008A (SRU)
2.1.1 Composition
The X-ray high-voltage generator (SRU generator) consists of the following four units
and the interconnecting cables.

(1) SRU-H section

(2) SRU-L section

(3) SRU power supply unit

(4) EMI filter

EMI filter

SRU power supply


unit/XC

SRU-L
SRU-H

X-ray high-voltage generator (CXXG-008A)

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2.1.2 Operating principle
A three-phase 200 V power supply is connected to the SRU power supply unit via the
EMI filter. The XC PWB installed in the front section of the power unit functions as an
interface with the system. The power supply unit outputs approximately 280 VDC. This
voltage is supplied to the SRU-H and the SRU-L. The DC voltage is used to supply
power to the inverter and the filament circuit. The output of the SRU is connected to the
X-ray tube via the high-voltage cable. The anode side of the X-ray tube is connected to
the SRU via the return cable and is grounded.

DANGER: Before disconnecting cables


or removing covers, wait for
more than five minutes for
the SRU (CXXG-008A) or
more than ten minutes for the
Spellman (CXXG-012A) after
turning OFF the power
supply. Failure to observe
this warning may result in
serious injury or death.

WARNING: Before touching internal parts, wait for more than five
minutes for the SRU (CXXG-008A) or more than ten minutes
for the Spellman (CXXG-012A) after turning OFF all the
power supplies of the system.
Both the Spellman (CXXG-012A) and the SRU (CXXG-008A)
units contain some parts that are not insulated.
A dangerous voltage may be present even if the power
supplies are OFF.

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2.1.3 SRU power supply unit
The SRU power supply unit supplies the required DC power to the inverter circuit. This
unit contains the thyristor/diode module, choke coil, smoothing capacitor, DRV PWB,
XC PWB, and starter (three-phase inverter). The current rectified on the thyristor/diode
module is smoothed by the coil and capacitor and supplied as a DC to the SRU inverter
H/L. The starter drives the stator coil of the X-ray tube to rotate the target.

L
+

Contactor
280 VDC
3φ + OUTPUT
200 VAC Charge
INPUT circuit

Discharge
circuit

The contactor is turned ON approximately


10 s after the power supply is turned ON.
The discharge circuit is activated when the
power supply is turned OFF.

Operating principle of power supply unit

The DRV PWB switches the charging/discharging circuit of the capacitor.

DRV PWB drawing numbers

SRU PS-ASSY DRV PWB


PX71-07100 Gr. 2 BSX71-0762

The LED on the PWB indicates that 200 VAC is supplied.

DANGER: The DRV PWB is a floating circuit. Do not attempt to measure


this circuit using a probe.

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2.1.4 SRU (H/L)
The SRU consists of following assemblies: the inverter PWBs (18), the molded
transformers (10), the filter boards (4), and the heating inverter (1). The SRU is
basically a 60-kW DC-DC converter. A DC input is supplied to the resonance inverter.
The inverter operates in frequency mode. The maximum operating frequency of the
inverter is 120 kHz. The output of the molded transformers is approximately 16 kV each.
These molded transformers comprise a double-voltage rectification circuit. The rated
output of the molded transformer is a DC voltage of -135 kV. This is supplied to the X-
ray tube. The SRU (H/L) is connected to the XC/power supply unit via the control cable
and the DC power cable.

2.1.4.1 SRU inverter


The inverter PWB contains the FET, heat sink, and regenerative circuit.

WARNING: The gate drive circuit and the FET inverter circuit are high-
voltage circuits. Do not perform repair or maintenance work
on these circuits and do not attempt to measure these
circuits using a probe. If it is necessary to touch these
circuits, be sure to check in advance that there is no DC
voltage relative to ground (chassis) using a tester etc.

NOTE: No calibration is required on site. The generator can be repaired without


performing recalibration. The inverter PWB can be replaced on site.

When the entire SRU-H unit is replaced, IF adjustment and kV waveform


adjustment are required.

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Switching
power supply
5 V, 12 V, 24 V Cooling fan

Filter board

SRU inverter PWB


(including the gate drive circuit
Primary coil and the FET inverter circuit)
PWB Rubber seal
Welded Connector

Primary
coil
Welded
connector

Ferrite core

Molded transformer

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+

+280 VDC

from XC

MCLK-A
kW

Normal range

0 to 8 kV
MCLK-B
60 kHz 120 kHz

0 VDC

Inverter P-coil Mold unit

Inverter operation

Molded Driver PWBs


connector

Inver
t er PW
Bs

mA Pc
de oil
tec PW
tio Bs
n

Mo
ld
un
it

SRU-L composition

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SRU-H

1
1 6 SRU-H
2

7 2 7

8
3 8
3

4 4 9
280 VDC
9

5 10
10
XC
5
Mold unit
Inverter

X-ray tube
P-coil
Filter

SRU-L (CXXG-008A/3A)

kV Detection
X-ray tube

X-ray tube

Filament
Inverter Filament kV
Inverter Detection
19

14 19 14

13
18 13
18

17 17 12
280 VDC
12

16 11
11
XC
16
Mold unit
Inverter

SRU-L
P-coil
Filter

SRU-H (CXXG-008A/3A)

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max. -135 kV

kV Det.

Fil. Cnt. 4 (2 inverters)

SRU-H

CXB-750C
max. -75 kV mA

280 VDC

SRU-L 5 (2 inverters)

XC
mA Det.

Operating principle of SRU

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2.1.4.2 Molded transformer
The high-voltage module contains the molded transformer, high-voltage divider, filament
transformer, and welded connector. The high-voltage module is fully encapsulated.

2.1.4.3 Configuration of the SRU


(1) CXXG-008A/3A

The configuration of the SRU inverters and mold units is as shown in the figure.
The output voltage levels are as follows, in order from the lowest level. 5 → 10 →
9 → 4 → 3 → 8 → 7 → 2 → 1 → 6 → 16 → 11 → 12 → 17 → 18 → 13 → 14 → 19

No. 15 is not provided.

In addition to 18 inverter PWBs, one heating inverter PWB is provided.

A mold unit and a P-coil board are a single assembly. The mold units are
combined into a single assembly and there are two types of assemblies: one for
Low and the other for Hi.

There are three types of filter boards: A, B, and H. Filter boards A and B are for
the main inverters (note that filter board B does not include part No. 15).

Filter board H is the PWB that incorporates the circuits related to filament heating.

Filter A

1 6 Inverter
2 7
3 8
4 9 Mold unit
5 10
-60 kV

1 6 11 16
SRU-L 2 7 12 17
3 8 13 18
4 9 14 19
Couch side 0 kV
5 10 (15) Heating

Filter B -120 kV
(Filter obtained by removing
some parts from filter A)

SRU-H
11 16
12 17
13 18 Filter H
14 19
Heating

SRU-H
Divider
Couch side (plus heating transformer)

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2.1.4.4 XC PWB (Only for SRU)
Mounting position : The front side of the SRU power supply unit

Parts list drawing number : PX71-07030 GR-4

ROM : C10043-xx

xx: Revision mark

PWB drawing number : YWM1031

Connection diagram
drawing numbers : 3XW71-1728 to 3XW71-1756

Functions:

Communication control
Output of basic control signals
Monitoring of internal status
Selection of output voltage and current
Control of OLP
Backup of the basic information memory
Control of the slice counter
Tube current modulation control (Sure Exposure and Sure Exposure 3D)

(1) Outline of the XC PWB

Console or Status signals


personal XC SRU
computer
Command Main inverter clock signals
(output control)
Filament heating inverter lock
(heating control)

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(2) X-ray tube oil cooler (heat exchanger) power-OFF function

This function turns the power of the X-ray tube oil cooler (heat exchanger, H.E.)
OFF 1 hour after the power of the console is turned OFF. It is possible to disable
this function by changing the connections between the SRU and the heat
exchanger.

The current settings are that the timer in the SRU POWER UNIT is enabled and
the XC monitoring function (that keeps the H.E. power supply ON if OLP is 30% or
less) is ON. (In practice, the OLP falls to 30% or less within 1 hour, but the timer in
the SRU POWER UNIT is activated, causing the H.E. power supply to be turned
OFF.)

SRU POWER UNIT HEAT EXCHANGER

TB5
CNN
WHITE
AC 200V 4
BLACK
5

AC 200V 11

Connections for enabling the heat exchanger power-OFF function


(shipped from the factory in this status)

SRU POWER UNIT HEAT EXCHANGER

TB5
CNN
WHITE
AC 200V 4
BLACK
5

AC 200V 11

Connections for disabling the heat exchanger power-OFF function

Connections between the SRU and the heat exchanger

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(3) If adjustment

If adjustment is performed to adjust the filament current level during main heating
in order to smooth the leading edge of the tube current.

For the time period from the beginning of X-ray exposure to 20 ms, main heating is
performed by If (filament current) feedback control.

After 20 ms, mA is detected and feedback is performed to adjust the If current so


that mA is maintained at the specified value.

X-ray OFF
(TP17) ON

Heating X-ray tube


kV(TP36)
IF
mA(TP15)
If feedback mA feedback
mA
IF(TP18) SRU

Main heating level

20 msec

Therefore, if the If value (main heating level) is too high, the IF current is reduced
to lower the mA value at 20 ms because the rise in mA is excessive.

mA overshoots.

Since mA is too high, the If level is reduced


mA at the moment of switching to mA feedback.
IF
High
Optimal value

When the If value (main heating level) is too high

On the other hand, if the If value (main heating level) is too low, the IF current is
increased to raise the mA value at 20 ms because the rise in mA is insufficient.

mA is output a lower level.


mA
Optimal value Since mA is too low, If level suddenly rises
in order to increase the mA.
IF
Low

When the If value (main heating level) is too low

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2.1.5 Replacing the X-ray high-voltage generator
When the SRU-L is replaced, adjustment is not required.

When the SRU-H is replaced, XC adjustment is required.

The SRU-H weighs approximately 46 kg, the SRU-L weighs approximately 42 kg, and
the SRU-POWER weighs approximately 26 kg. Therefore, at least two workers should
perform replacement work.

WARNING: Engage the mechanical brake


(rotation lock pin) before
removing a heavy component
from the rotation section.
Failure to do so will result in
rotation of the gantry due to
the weight imbalance, possibly
resulting in personal injury.

2.1.5.1 Tools and parts required


(1) Standard tools : 1 set

(2) Ratchet for hexagonal socket head bolt : 1 set (M12)

(3) SRU replacement jig (CLX-21620-1) : 1 set


Jig main body WX77-86855-1 (PLATE, MTG) : 1
Bolts M6 : 5

(4) Stepladder : 1

2.1.5.2 Work procedure


Two workers are required.

(1) Set the gantry tilt angle to 0°.

(2) Lower the patient couch to the DOWN-LIMIT position.

(3) Turn OFF all power supplies.

(4) Remove the Mylar ring and open the front cover.

(5) Remove the side covers, the front and rear base covers, and the upper cover.

(6) Remove the right side projector.

(7) Rotate the gantry so that the unit to be replaced is located at the top position.

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(8) Remove the bolts securing each unit.

SRU-H Assy : M10 × 4


M6 × 4
SRU-L Assy : M10 × 4
M6 × 4
SRU-POWER Assy : M10 × 4

SRU-POWER-Assy

M10 x 4

SRU connector metal cover SRU-L-Assy

M10 x 2
M6 x 2
Common to
HIGH and LOW
M6 x 2
M10 x 2

SRU connector
SRU-H-Assy metal cover

(9) Rotate the gantry so that the unit to be replaced is located at the 90° position
(3 o'clock), and engage the rotation lock.

WARNING: The rotation section may rotate. If it rotates, the worker


may be caught in the rotation section. To prevent this,
insert the rotation lock pin securely into the rotation
lock pin retaining plate.

(10) Disconnect all cables from the unit.

(11) Remove the SRU generator top cover chassis to open the top.
The top cover nearer you should be with the DRIVE POWER SUPPLY.

(12) Disconnect the four input cables.


(two power input cables and two signal input cables)

(13) Mount the base for supporting the SRU to the replacement cart and place them in
the gantry.

(14) Pull out the unit slowly until almost half of the tube comes out, and adjust the table
height of the cart so that the unit can be placed firmly on the base.

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(15) Continue to pull out the base on which the unit is placed and then lower the table of
the cart slowly.

(16) Place a new unit on the base in place of the old unit.

Mount the new unit by reversing the removal procedure.

2.1.6 Replacement and adjustment of the PWB


The PWB related to the CXXG-008 contains the XC, DRD, inverter, filter board, etc.
However, only the XC requires adjustment.

[Normally, simply connect 2-3 of JP3.]

2.1.6.1 XC replacement
When the XC is replaced, only If adjustment is required. (Entry of the values before
replacement may also be permissible.)

Since the OLP value is cleared, perform this work with OLP set to a sufficiently low
value (20% or less). In addition, shut down the system and start up the system again
(calendar resetting).

Adjustment of kV and mA is not required. The parameters must not be changed.

To adjust a PWB that was not adjusted previously, start from the initialization settings.
To perform mock exposure without X-ray exposure, set the test mode.

[Test Mode Setting]

Connect 2-3 of JP3 of the XC.

(1) Setting of each part

Switch number Normal Remarks


setting
SW1 - Reset SW
SW2-1 OFF TTUB: X-ray tube thermal error (canceled by ON,
same for subsequent items)
-2 OFF TOIL: Flow SW
-3 OFF TMLOW: Interlock on the SRU DC HIGH side
-4 OFF TMH1: Interlock on the SRU DC LOW side
-5 OFF TCBL: Cable error
-6 OFF KVTSTO: No-load test (If it is turned ON during the
test, under kV and mA errors are ignored.)
-7 ON TMTO: L side of the mold thermal unit (not used)
(Preparation: If it is turned OFF, an error occurs.)
-8 ON TMT2: H side of the mold thermal unit (not
used)(Same as above)
SW3-1 OFF XC firmware For expansion
-2 OFF XC firmware For expansion
-3 OFF XC firmware For expansion
-4 OFF XC firmware For expansion

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(2) Link

Normal
Switch number Remarks
setting
JP1 1-2 Communication selection:
1-2; Console
2-3; Direct
JP2 1-2 Console power supply (X-POW):
1-2; Enabled
2-3; Disabled
JP3 1-2 Test mode:
1-2; Normal
2-3; Test mode
JP4 1-2 Spare

(3) Names and contents of LEDs

LED number Name Remarks


LED1 ROTER Lit: Rotor ON setting
LED2 PRESETUP Lit: Preset-up status (Two seconds for
preheating and rotor ON)
LED3 SETUP Lit: Set-up status (One second for heating and
rotor ON)
LED4 POWER Lit: Power supply display
LED5 HIF0 Lit: Heating ON setting
LED6 HREADY0 Lit: During heating
LED7 HXRAY0 Lit: X-ray exposure ON setting
LED8 SRUXRY0 Lit: During X-ray exposure (during mA detection,
3.3 mA or more)
LED9 IFMON Lit: Monitor mode (If check)
LED10 IFLOW Lit: The If value is low
LED11 IFHIGH Lit: The If value is high
LED12 --- Unused

* The information above related to LEDs 9, 10, 11, and 12 is applicable when the
PX71-06972 or a later version is installed.

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(4) Test points

LED number Name Remarks


TP1 IFSET IF setting voltage (2 V/approx. 6 A)
TP2 OVERMA OVER mA setting voltage (1 V/200 mA)
TP3 KVLIM kV frequency limit (Output=0 for 5 V)
TP4 OVERKV OVER kV setting voltage (1 V/31.5 kV)
TP5 EXPCNTL Regeneration clock adjustment setting voltage
(5 V)
TP6 OVERIF OVER IF setting voltage (4.4 V)
TP7 MALIMIT mA frequency limit
(heating: 0.15 V, OFF: 5 V)
TP8 TESTDA Test DA conversion setting value
TP9 MASET Tube current setting (1 V/100 mA)
TP10 KVSET Tube voltage setting (1 V/31.5 kV)
TP11 MCLK-A Main inverter clock A
TP12 MCLK-B Main inverter clock B
TP14 MCLK-C Regeneration clock
TP15 MAD mA detection (1 V/200 mA)
TP16 HV CURRENT HV current detection (1 V/200 mA)
TP17 X-RAY X-ray exposure signal (ON: L, OFF: H)
TP18 IFD 1F primary-side voltage detection
(4 V/secondary side approx. 5 A)
TP19 MAINP Tube current feedback input voltage
(1 V/200 mA)
TP24 HCLK-A Heating inverter clock A
TP25 HCLK-B Heating inverter clock B
TP28 DGND Digital ground
TP29 DGND Digital ground
TP30 AGND Analog ground
TP31 AGND Analog ground
TP32 AGND Analog ground
TP33 AGND Analog ground
TP34 D5V Digital 5 V
TP35 DOOR Door
TP36 KVD Tube voltage detection (1 V/31.5 kV)

* Example: Connect the probe to a four-channel oscilloscope as described below.


ch.1: kVD (TP36)
ch.2: mAD (TP15)
ch.3: IFD (TP18)
ch.4: XRAY (TP17) →( trigger)

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(5) Outline of the XC PWB

Console or Status signals


personal XC SRU-L/H
computer Command
Main inverter clock signals
(output control)
Filament heating inverter lock
(heating control)

(6) LEDs on the XC PWB

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
XC PWB

LED1 : Rotor status


LED2 : Preheating status
LED3 : Main heating status
LED4 : Power supply status
LED5 : Heating ON
LED6 : Heating detection
LED7 : X-ray exposure ON
LED8 : Tube current detection

Operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
When power is supplied or when XC is reset { { { {
When the screen for exposure test, block test, {
etc. is opened
Rotor ON { {
Preheating ON { { { { {
Main heating ON { { { { { {
During exposure { { { { { { { {
When block test is selected and output voltage { { { { {
is OFF (exposure is OFF)
When block test is selected and output voltage { { { { { {
is ON (exposure is ON)

{: Indicates that the LED lights.

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(7) Making the test switch setting effective

If any of 1 to 6 of SW2 is set to ON, make the test switch setting effective using the
maintenance software. Otherwise, a warning message is displayed and exposure
cannot be performed.

The test switch setting which was made effective is retained until the power is
turned OFF or the XC is reset.

TP36: kV detection waveform (31.5 kV/V)


TP15: mA detection waveform (200 mA/V)
TP18: IF detection waveform
TP16: HV current detection waveform (200 mA/V)

Test pins

(8) Door SW signal and XPOW signal

When the X-ray tube unit is removed from the gantry and single-unit evaluation is
performed, the door SW signal and the XPOW (console power monitoring) signal
must be set to H.

PX71-06780 PX71-06972
Door SW signal CNN07-7 TP34 to 35
XPOW signal CNN07-13 JP2 (2-3)

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2.1.6.2 kV waveform adjustment (VR3 adjustment procedures)
Adjust VR3 on the XC PWB (PX71-07030 Gr. 4). This adjustment permits the
waveform at the tube voltage leading edge to be optimally adjusted, which can reduce
the loading on the X-ray tube.

[Precautions]

(1) This work must be performed in the following cases.

(a) XC PWB replacement (PX71-07030 Gr. 4)

(b) SRU-H replacement (when PX71-07030 Gr. 4 is used as the XC PWB)


Adjustment is usually not required for tube replacement. Adjustment should
be performed, however, if the check finds a shift in the waveform.

(2) Do not touch any VRs other than VR3. Doing so may adversely affect the kV or
mA precision.

[Adjustment procedures]

(1) Fully rotate VR3 clockwise on the XC PWB. Since the kV waveform overshoots in
this status, avoid performing X-ray exposure at any tube voltage other than 80 kV.

(2) Click [IF Adjustment] in the menu window and perform temporary IF value
adjustment only for the conditions of 80 kV, 50 mA, and large focus.

(3) Click [Exposure Test] in the menu window.

Menu window

(4) Set the conditions to 80 kV, 50 mA, 0.3 s, and large focus using [Conditions].

(5) Perform X-ray exposure using [Start].

(6) Click [Signal Show] at the upper left of the window and then click [Range] to set
'Time' to 524 ms.

(7) Remove the check marks for 'mA' and 'IF' at the lower left of the window and click
[Data Collect]. After this, wait for a several seconds.

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(8) Click [Show] to display the kV waveform.

The actual rising waveform is indicated by the dotted line.

(9) See the section enclosed by a circle. The kV waveform at this section is analogous
to the rising kV waveform and in this status the overshooting is maximized.

* Due to the characteristics of the kV detection circuit in the SRU, overshooting at


the rising waveform cannot be checked by the waveform from the detection
circuit.

(10) Rotate VR3 counterclockwise by a single graduation at a time and perform X-ray
exposure to check the waveform. Repeat this procedure. The waveform varies as
shown in the figure below.

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(11) Stop adjusting VR3 as soon as the waveform disappears (refer to the figure shown
below). This is the status in which overshooting does not exist.

Note that if VR3 is excessively rotated counterclockwise, undershooting is


generated.

A waveform less than level 0 cannot be checked using the XC test program.

(12) Repeat the series of steps from IF adjustment in item (2) to waveform adjustment
under the conditions of 135 kV, 50 mA, and large focus.

80 kV was used for the initial X-ray exposure to avoid X-ray tube loading due to
overshoot.

Finally, the waveform at 135 kV must take priority.

(13) After waveform adjustment is completed, perform IF adjustment for all conditions
(automatic adjustment).

(14) Perform scanning using the CT system to confirm that the system operates
normally and that the image is normal.

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2.1.6.3 Procedure for replacing the battery on the XC PWB
(1) Outline

This section describes the procedure for replacing the back-up battery mounted in
the XC PWB.
Although the battery is designed to be charged while power is supplied, the
performance may deteriorate after long usage.
A faulty battery disables back-up of the memory of If data and operation of the
built-in clock, and also causes failure of the XC PWB.
Therefore, periodic replacement of battery is required.

(2) Battery to be used

Parts drawing number Item Q'ty Location


AVY005-01 BATTERY 1 3M

(3) Items required

Back-up If data. Be careful because the OLP is set to 100% immediately after
replacement.

(4) Replacement procedure

(a) Turn OFF the power supply, remove the old battery.

(b) Install the new battery.

(c) When the XC PWB is started up directly after the battery replacement, the XC
PWB detects the back-up data error and stops. Press the [RESET] button
after turning ON the power to clear the error.

(d) Readjust the If data using the XC maintenance program.

NOTE: Do not use any battery other than that specified for replacement. Dispose of
the used battery according to the disposal instructions of the manufacturer.

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2.2 For CXXG-012A (Spellman)
2.2.1 Configuration
The X-ray high-voltage generator (Spellman generator) consists of the following four
units and interconnecting cable.

(1) AC

(2) INVERTER

(3) HV

(4) STARTER

STARTER

INVERTER

AC

HV

Counter
weight

X-ray high-voltage generator (CXXG-012A)

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2.2.2 Operating principle
A three-phase 200 V power supply is connected to the AC unit and the STARTER. The
XC2 PWB installed in the INVERTER unit functions as an interface with the system.
The AC unit outputs approximately 280 VDC. The DC voltage is supplied to the
INVERTER unit and is used to supply power to the inverter and the filament circuit. An
output of several tens of kV and approximately 20-kHz is supplied to the HV unit. The
HV unit is a high-voltage circuit that increases voltage using a multiplier circuit
(Cockcroft Walton circuit). The output of the HV unit is connected to the X-ray tube via
the high-voltage cable. The anode side of the X-ray tube is connected to the HV unit via
the return cable and is grounded.

DANGER: Before disconnecting cables


or removing covers, wait for
more than five minutes for
the SRU (CXXG-008A) or
more than ten minutes for
the Spellman (CXXG-012A)
after turning OFF the power
supply. Failure to observe
this warning may result in
serious injury or death.

WARNING: Before touching internal parts, wait for more than five
minutes for the SRU (CXXG-008A) or more than ten minutes
for the Spellman (CXXG-012A) after turning OFF all the
power supplies of the system.
Both the Spellman (CXXG-012A) and the SRU (CXXG-008A)
units contain some parts that are not insulated.
A dangerous voltage may be present even if the power
supplies are OFF.

2.2.3 Operating principle of the AC unit


The AC unit supplies the required DC power to the inverter circuit. This unit contains
the thyristor module, heat sink, 200-VAC fan, choke coil, and EMI PWB. The thyristor
module smooths 200-VAC using phase control and converts it to DC power. The phase
control signals are sent from the AC, FIL, and FDBK PWBs in the HV init. Note that the
smoothing capacitor is built into the INVERTER. The choke coil and EMI PWB perform
filtering for power-supply noise. The AC unit also contains an OFF timer for the 200-V
power supply for the heat exchanger.

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Block diagram of the AC unit

Inside of the AC unit viewed from the top The AC unit after the choke coil is removed

2.2.4 Operating principle of the INVERTER unit


The INVERTER unit consists of the following assemblies: the choke coil for the EMI
PWB, smoothing capacitor, IGBT, heat sink, 24-VDC fan, GATE DRIVE PWB, HV
transformer, DSP CONTROL PWB (SCB), and XC2 PWB (manufactured by TMSC).

A DC voltage supplied from the AC unit is supplied to the inverter circuit via the choke
coil and the smoothing capacitor. The INVERTER contains two configurations of full
bridge circuits due to IGBT. The operating frequency of the INVERTER is fixed to
approximately 20 kHz to control the PWM. Two outputs of the INVERTER are
separately supplied to the HV transformer, which increases the voltage to several tens
of kV. The increased voltage outputs are supplied to the HV unit using the two thin,
short special cables.

The SCB PWB, which manages and controls all the AC, INVERTER, and HV units,
performs digital to analog conversion for the output setting signal and detection signal in
order to perform inverter output control and interlock processing. The XC2 PWB
receives the directives from the console to set the output value on the SCB and controls
the STARTER. It also performs OLP calculation and records the error logs, exposure
logs, and output waveform.

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No. 2D201-064E*K
Block diagram of the INVERTER unit
2.2.5 Operating principle of the HV unit
The HV unit consists of the following assemblies: the multipliers (Stage 1 to 11), ARC
limiter, HV connector, divider resistor, filament transformer, AC, FIL, and FDBK PWBs,
and 24-VDC power supply. Most of the HV unit is contained in a silicon RTV molded
case. Therefore, only the AC, FIL, and FDBK PWBs and 24-VDC power supply are
located outside the molded case. The multipliers increase the voltage using a Cockcroft
Walton circuit. The ARC limiter, which is located on the output line for the multiplier, is a
protective circuit for limiting the X-ray tube discharge surge. Like the connected HV
cable, the HV connector is made of epoxy. The divider is a voltage divider resistor to
detect the tube voltage. The filament transformer is used for isolating the filament
heating circuit which belongs to the high-voltage circuit from the 200-V power supply.
The AC, FIL, and FDBK PWBs perform the SCR phase control and filament heating.
The 24-V power supply is a supplier for the DC power supply of the PWBs.

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No. 2D201-064E*K
Block diagram of the HV unit
2.2.6 XC2 PWB (Spellman)

2.2.6.1 Outline of the XC2 PWB

• Mounting position : The front side of the INVERTER unit

• Parts list drawing number : PX71-07802 GR-1


ROM: C10046-xx
xx: Revision mark

• PWB drawing number : YWM1622

• Connection diagram
drawing numbers : 3XW71-1849

• Functions:
Communication control
Output of basic control signals
Monitoring of internal status
Selection of output voltage and current
Control of OLP
Backup of the basic information memory
Control of the gantry slice counter
Modulation Control of mA (X-Y, ECG)

2.2.6.2 X-ray tube oil cooler (heat exchanger) power-OFF function


This function turns the power of the X-ray tube heat exchanger (referred to as H.E.)
OFF 1 hour after the power of the console is turned OFF. In particular, the XC outputs
the OFF signal to the AC unit via the SCB by recognizing the reversal of the X-POW
signal as a trigger. The OFF relay is mounted in the AC unit.

2.2.6.3 If adjustment
If adjustment for the XC2 PWB is the same as for the SRU. Refer to subsection 2.1.4.4
(3) "If adjustment".

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2.2.6.4 Monitoring of the nominal short-term rating
This function is used to protect the focus from overheating during continuous radiation
and is applied to a radiation time of less than 5 seconds using the same kV and mA.
When kV and mA are set, the cumulative limit is obtained during repeated exposures
from memory data.
If the next exposure is performed less than 5 seconds after the previous exposure, the
cumulative radiation time is added. If the elapsed time after the previous exposure is
5 seconds or more, the cumulative time is cleared.

When "cumulative time + required radiation time" exceeds the cumulative limit less than
5 seconds after the previous exposure, the residual time is calculated for
communication with the system. During this period SET UP processing is inhibited.

(Example)

3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds

A B C D E

5 seconds 5 seconds 5 seconds


or more or more or more

Less than
5 seconds

Short-term monitoring of the nominal rating

Scan A calculated during a radiation time of 3 seconds


Scan B calculated during a radiation time of 3 seconds
Scan C calculated during a radiation time of 6 seconds
Scan D calculated during a radiation time of 9 seconds
Scan E calculated during a radiation time of 12 seconds

2.2.6.5 Retaining of the X-ray tube cooling unit power supply


This function is used to continue operation of the X-ray tube cooler until the
X-ray tube has cooled after the power switch has been turned OFF on the console.

When the command for turning OFF the power supply is issued from the console, the
power of the X-ray tube cooling unit is retained until the anode heat capacity is 30% or
less.

In practice, the timer function in the SRU POWER UNIT is given priority. This means
that the power of the X-ray tube cooling unit is turned OFF 1 hour after the power switch
of the console is turned OFF.

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2.2.7 Replacing the X-ray high-voltage generator
The units that can be replaced are as follows.

AC unit

HV unit

Inverter unit

Inverter unit internal fan

XC2 PWB

SCB PWB

Starter

HV cable

Other cables

Starter

Inverter unit

HV cable

AC unit

HV unit

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2.2.7.1 Procedure for replacing the AC unit
The AC unit is connected at the top of the HV unit. The AC unit can be replaced without
dismounting the HV unit from the gantry. Adjustment is not required after replacement.
Be careful of remaining electric charge since the red and black rail cables are
connected to the electrolytic smoothing capacitor in the inverter unit.

(1) To prevent rotation of the rotation section, manually rotate the rotation section to
set the HV/AC unit downward and then lock the rotation section using the locking
pin.

(2) Wait for approximately 10 minutes after turning OFF the power supply. To prevent
electric shock, be sure to confirm that the three-phase input voltage is 0 V and that
the remaining voltage between the red and black terminals is DC 30 V or less.

(3) Remove the cable ties for the cables between the units attached to the AC.

(4) Disconnect the following wiring.

<1> Three-phase power cable and starter cable from the input terminal board on
the right side of the AC

<2> Signal cable between the HV units on the right side of the AC

<3> Red and black output cables from the terminal board at the top of the inverter

<4> Signal cable from the connector of the inverter

<5> Inverter main output cables on the left side of the HV (J3 and J4. Two red,
thin, short cables.)

(5) Loosen all the screws and nuts connected to the HV to remove. (3 each on the
right and left sides)

(6) Replace the AC unit.

(7) Remount all the screws and nuts and perform wiring by reversing steps (3) to (5).

(8) Perform a rotation check to confirm that there is no interference with the front cover.

(9) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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2.2.7.2 Procedure for replacing the HV unit
The mass of the HV unit is approximately 50 kg (70kg including the AC). Be sure to
lock the rotation section securely. In addition, 2 workers or more are needed to perform
this work to ensure safety. After replacement, check that the If adjustment is not
misaligned.

(1) Wait for approximately 10 minutes after turning OFF the power supply. To prevent
electric shock, be sure to confirm that the three-phase input voltage is 0 V and that
the remaining voltage between the red and black terminals is DC 30 V or less.

(2) Remove the four bolts mounting the HV unit to the gantry from outside of the gantry
rotation section.

(3) To prevent rotation of the rotation section, manually rotate the rotation section to
set the HV/AC unit to the lower position where the HV/AC unit can be pulled out
without interference with the patient couch. Then lock the rotation section using the
locking pin.

(4) Remove the cable ties for the cables attached to the HV and AC.

(5) Disconnect the following wiring.

<1> Three-phase power cable and starter cable from the input terminal board on
the right side of the AC

<2> Signal cable between the HV units on the right side of the AC

<3> Red and black output cables from the terminal board at the top of the inverter

<4> Signal cable from the connector of the inverter

<5> Inverter main output cables on the left side of the HV


(J2 and J3. Two red, thin, short cables.)

<6> Return coaxial cable (mA) connected to the AC/FIL-FDBK PWB on the right
side of the HV

<7> Control cable for the high pin connected to the AC/FIL-FDBK PWB

<8> The largest HV cable which is close to you

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J2 J3

J5

(6) Pull out the HV unit from the gantry (2 workers are needed to perform this work).

(7) If the old AC unit is reused, remove the AC unit and connect it to the new HV unit.

(8) Mount the new HV unit onto the gantry.

(9) Tighten all the gantry mounting bolts and perform wiring for all cables.

* Be sure to carefully connect the HV cable, adjusting position using the following
supplied bolts so that the pin is not bent or damaged.

3X71-07561 BOLT

<How to use the supplied bolts>

(a) Mount the supplied bolts diagonally at the two locations shown in the figure
below.

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(b) Insert the high-voltage connector.

(c) Mount the securing bolts to other two locations. Then remove the supplied
bolts and mount the rest of the securing bolts instead.

(10) Perform a rotation check to confirm that there is no interference with the front cover.

(11) Confirm that the If adjustment is not misaligned. If there is misalignment, perform If
adjustment.

(12) Perform an operational check for scanning.

2.2.7.3 Procedure for replacing the inverter unit


The mass of the inverter unit is approximately 27 kg. The XC2 PWB and the SCB PWB
in the inverter unit can be replaced with the inverter unit still mounted on the gantry.
The two cooling DC fans can also be replaced by removing the fan cover only once the
inverter unit is removed from the gantry. For replacement of parts other than fans,
confirm that the If adjustment is not misaligned.

(1) Wait for approximately 10 minutes after turning OFF the power supply. To prevent
electric shock, be sure to confirm that the remaining voltage between the red and
black terminals is DC 30 V or less.

(2) Remove the four bolts mounting the inverter unit to the gantry from outside of the
gantry rotation section.

(3) To prevent rotation of the rotation section, manually rotate the rotation section to a
position where the inverter unit can be pulled out and then lock the rotation section
using the locking pin.

(4) Remove the cable ties for the cables fixed to the inverter.

(5) Disconnect the following wiring.

<1> Red and black output cables from the terminal board at the top of the inverter

<2> Communication cable between the SCRC (OPCONT) PWBs at the top of the
inverter.

<3> Signal cable between the HVs on the right side of the inverter

<4> Main output cables on the right side of the inverter (J2 and J3. Two pink, thin,
short cables.)

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<5> Cable between 10P terminal board and the X-ray tube/heat exchanger on the
upper left of the inverter

<6> Control cable between the HVs which can be seen by opening the front cover
(Connectors at two locations)

<7> Modular cable for the starter control connected to the XC2

(6) Pull out the inverter unit from the gantry.

(7) If the old XC2 PWB is reused, remove the XC2 PWB and connect it to the new
inverter unit.

(8) Mount the new inverter unit to the gantry.

(9) Tighten all the gantry mounting bolts and perform wiring for all cables.

* When performing cable routing of the inverter output cables (J2/J3), refer to
subsection 2.2.7.6 "Cable routing of the inverter unit output cable".

(10) Perform a rotation check to confirm that there is no interference with the stationary
section.

(11) Confirm that the If adjustment is not misaligned. If there is misalignment, perform If
adjustment.

(12) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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2.2.7.4 Procedure for replacing the inverter internal cooling DC fan
The DC 24-V cooling fan is in the inverter unit. The cooling fan can be replaced by
removing the left side cover once the inverter is pulled out from the gantry.

(1) Remove the inverter unit according to subsection 2.2.7.3 "Procedure for replacing
the inverter unit".

(2) Temporarily remove the XC2 PWB.

(3) Remove the fan with the fan cover on the left side of the inverter.
At this time, disconnect the 24-V power cable connected to the SCB.

(4) Mount a new fan chassis. Connect the 24-V power cable.

(5) Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the following area on the right side of the unit
chassis.

Right side of the unit chassis

(6) Mount the inverter unit to the gantry according to subsection 2.2.7.3.

(7) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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2.2.7.5 Procedure for replacing the starter unit
The mass of the starter unit (PX71-07633-4) is approximately 10 kg. Since there are
numerous cables connected to the starter unit, remove them carefully when replacing
the starter unit.

In addition, confirm that the part number of the XC2 is "PX71-07802-1".

(1) Wait for approximately 10 minutes after turning OFF the power supply. To prevent
electric shock, be sure to confirm that the three-phase input voltage is 0 V and that
the remaining voltage between the red and black terminals is DC 30 V or less.

(2) Remove the two bolts mounting the starter unit to the gantry from outside the
gantry rotation section.

(3) To prevent rotation of the rotation section, manually rotate it to set the starter unit
to the lower position where the starter unit can be pulled out without interference
with the patient couch, and lock the rotation section using the rotation lock pin.

(4) Remove the cable ties for the cables connected to the starter unit.

(5) Remove the other two starter unit mounting bolts (different from the bolts in step
(2)).

(6) Remove the starter unit mounting plate and clamp to remove the cables while the
starter unit is slightly pulled out toward the patient couch.

(7) Disconnect the following wiring.

<1> Three-phase power cable (red, white, black) from the fuse input terminal
board on the inverter cable side

<2> Three-phase power cable (blue, yellow, white) from the starter inverter
(VF-S11)

<3> RJ45 control cable from the starter inverter (VF-S11)

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(8) Pull out the starter unit from the gantry.

(9) Mount the new starter unit onto the gantry. At this time, do not mount the starter
unit mounting plate removed in step (6).

(10) Connect wiring disconnected in step (7) before inserting the starter unit onto the
gantry completely. The cables can be used as before.

(11) After wiring has been completed, mount the starter unit mounting plate and clamp.

(12) Mount the starter unit onto the gantry completely and then secure it using the
mounting bolts.

(13) Secure the cables around the starter unit using the cable ties.

(14) Perform a rotation check to confirm that there is no interference between the wiring
and the stationary section or the front cover.

(15) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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2.2.7.6 Cable routing of the inverter unit output cable

CAUTION: A voltage of approximately 8.5 kV is applied to the Spellman (CXXG-


012A) INVERTER output cable during X-ray exposure.
If the Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable come into contact
with other cables or metal parts, heat generation or degradation may
occur at the point of contact, resulting in damage to the Spellman (CXXG-
012A) INVERTER output cable.

(1) Connect only the signal cables to the inverter unit. Disconnect the other cables
(AC and inverter output cables).

Signal cables

(2) Route the signal cables behind the inverter output cables (pink cables) and the AC
unit output cables (red and black cables). Connect the signal cables at the HV unit
side and adjust the cable positions so that there is no looseness.
The signal cables need to be adjusted as shown in the figure below; therefore, do
not secure them at the inverter unit end.

AC unit output cables

Inverter output cables

Signal cables

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(3) Connect the inverter output cables and other cables to the HV unit and AC unit.
Route the signal cables behind (in the depth direction of the unit) the inverter
output cables, connectors, and AC unit output cables as shown in the figure below.
Also route the spiral tube signal cable as shown in the figure below.

Connector and AC
unit output cables

Signal cables

Connector and
Signal cables
inverter output cables

(4) Mount the AC unit output cables to the inverter unit.

AC unit output cables

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(5) Connect all the cables and secure the cables using cable ties so that there is no
looseness. Secure the spiral tube signal cable to the red and black cables, which
are located relatively inward.

CAUTION: When securing the cables using cable ties, be sure not to secure the
Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable together with other
cables. Doing so may lead to the generation of smoke.

Secure the cables


with cable ties.

(6) Confirm that all other cables and metal parts are at least 6.5 mm away from the
inverter output cables.
In addition, confirm that all the cables are firmly secured.

CAUTION: A voltage of approximately 8.5 kV is applied to the Spellman (CXXG-


012A) INVERTER output cable during X-ray exposure.
If the Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable come into
contact with other cables or metal parts, heat generation or
degradation may occur at the point of contact, resulting in damage to
the Spellman (CXXG-012A) INVERTER output cable.

At least 6.5 mm

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2.2.8 Replacing and adjusting the PWBs
The PC boards that can be replaced are the system control board (SCB) mounted in the
inverter unit and XC2. Adjustment is not required at the time of SCB replacement.

2.2.8.1 XC replacement
When the XC2 is replaced, only If adjustment is required. (Entry of the values before
replacement may also be permissible.)

Since the OLP value is cleared, perform this work with OLP set to a sufficiently low
value (20% or less). In addition, shut down the system and start up the system again
(calendar resetting).

Adjustment of kV and mA is not required. The parameters must not be changed.

To perform mock exposure without X-ray exposure, set the test mode.

[Test Mode Setting]

Set the NORMAL/TEST selection switch to TEST on the SCB from the top of the
inverter. (Set the switch to NORMAL during normal use.)

(1) DIP switch settings

Switch settings are not required.

(2) Link

Set links W1, W2, and W3 to 1-2.

* For the XC2 (PX71-07802-1), the settings for identifying the X-ray tube used in
combination are required.
When the XC2 PWB is installed, be sure to confirm that DIP SW S2-1 pin on the
PWB is set to OFF (all pins are set to OFF). If X-ray exposure is performed without
making correct settings, the X-ray tube may be damaged.

Details of DIP switch section

ON

OFF

XC2 (PX71-07802-1)

DIP SW S2-1 pin setting


ON (up) : CXB-750E
OFF (down): CXB-750D (Aquilion32/64SP)

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2.2.8.2 Procedure for replacing the battery on the XC2 PWB
(1) Outline

This section describes the procedure for replacing the back-up battery mounted in
the XC2 PWB.
Although the battery is designed to be charged while power is supplied, the
performance may deteriorate after long usage.
A faulty battery disables back-up of the memory of If data and operation of the
built-in clock, and also causes failure of the XC2 PWB.
Therefore, periodic replacement of battery is required.

(2) Battery to be used

Parts drawing number Item Q'ty Location


AVY005-01 BATTERY 1 3M

(3) Items required

Back-up If data. Be careful because the OLP is set to 100% immediately after
replacement.

(4) Replacement procedure

(a) Turn OFF the power supply, remove the old battery.

(b) Install the new battery.

(c) When the XC2 PWB is started up directly after the battery replacement, the
XC2 PWB detects the back-up data error and stops. Press the [RESET]
button after turning ON the power to clear the error.

(d) Readjust the If data using the XC2 maintenance program.

NOTE: Do not use any battery other than that specified for replacement. Dispose of
the used battery according to the disposal instructions of the manufacturer.

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2.2.8.3 Procedure for replacing the XC2 PWB
The XC2 PWB is mounted in the inverter unit and can be replaced by removing the
cover of the front section of the inverter. Even if the XC2 PWB is replaced, adjustment
is basically not required as long as If data is copied from the old PWB.

(1) Save the If data on a personal computer, etc. using the XC maintenance program.

(2) Turn OFF the power supply.

(3) Remove the front cover of the inverter.

(4) Disconnect the following wiring.

<1> Communication cable between SCRC (OPCONT) PWBs at the top of the
inverter

<2> Modular cable for the starter control connected to the XC2

<3> Two types (for power supply and signal) of short cables between the XC2 and
the SCB

(5) Loosen the square screws on the XC2 PWB to replace.


(Be sure to perform the same link settings as for the old PWB. Normally, all are set
to 1-2 short-circuit.)

(6) Perform all wiring.

(7) Remount the cover.

(8) Turn ON the power supply and copy the If data using the XC maintenance program.
Confirm the output waveform as a precaution and then check whether or not the If
adjustment is misaligned. If there is a misalignment, perform If adjustment.

(9) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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2.2.8.4 Procedure for replacing the SCB PWB
The SCB PWB is mounted in the inverter unit and can be replaced by removing the two
types of covers of the front section of the inverter and the XC2 PWB. Adjustment is
basically not required.

(1) Turn OFF the power supply.

(2) Remove the front cover of the inverter.

(3) Disconnect the following wiring. (Part of this work must be performed after the XC2
PWB is removed.)

<1> Communication cable between SCRC (OPCONT) PWBs at the top of the
inverter

<2> Modular cable for the starter control connected to the XC2

<3> Two types (for power supply and signal) of the short cables between the XC2
and the SCB

<4> Control cable between the SCB and the HV (Connectors at two locations)

<5> Cables connected to the inverter

(4) Loosen the square screws on the XC2 PWB to remove.

(5) Remove all screws from the SCB PWB.

(6) Replace the SCB PWB.

(a) Remove the HV-cable holding plate and the front cover of the inverter.

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(b) Remove the bottom plate indicated by A in the figure above. Loosen the
screws (total 6 screws) on the front and left and right sides of the PWB. A
short screwdriver is necessary for loosening the screws on the left and right
sides.

(c) Remove the XC2 PWB.

(d) Remove the SCB cable and all of the screws.

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(e) Carefully remove the SCB paying attention to the obstructing sections (toggle
switch and connector) indicated by arrows in the figure below.
First, slide the SCB in the A side direction. Then slightly pull out the B side of
the SCB toward you.
If the SCB catches on the toggle switch, loosen the two screws as shown in
the figure below.

Screw Screw

(f) After pulling out the B side of the SCB toward you, pull out the A side of the
SCB toward you so that the SCB does not catch on the bolt indicated by an
arrow in the figure below.

Bolt

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(g) Finally remove the SCB from the B side.

(h) After removing the old SCB, mount a new SCB by reversing the steps from (a)
to (g).
Be sure to mount the removed or loosened screws and cables in their original
positions.

(7) Turn ON the power supply. Confirm the output waveform and then check whether
or not the If adjustment is misaligned. If there is a misalignment, perform If
adjustment.

(8) Perform an operational check for scanning.

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3. Outline of the X-ray Tube System
This section describes the configuration and specifications of the X-ray tube system.

3.1 Configuration
The X-ray tube system comprises the X-ray tube unit and the heat exchanger, which are
connected via the cooling oil circulating hose. The X-ray tube is mounted on the gantry
rotation section. The X-ray tube and the heat exchanger can be separated.

Hose
Joint

X-ray tube unit Heat exchanger

Figure 3.1-1

3.2 Specifications
Table 3.2-1

CXB-750 series
Model
Varian MCS-7078 series
Anode heat capacity (kHU) 7500
Anode cooling rate (kHU/min) (maximum) 1008
Maximum tube voltage (kV) 150
Dimensions of the focus (mm) Small: 0.9 x 0.8
Large: 1.6 x 1.4
X-ray tube mass (kg) Approx. 68
Heat exchanger mass (kg) Approx. 29

<Maximum output conditions>


Large focus Small focus
Max.
Low rotor High rotor
Max. speed speed
80 kV 500 mA 80 kV 300 mA 450 mA
100 kV 500 mA 100 kV 240 mA 360 mA
120 kV 500 mA 120 kV 200 mA 300 mA
135 kV 440 mA 135 kV 170 mA 260 mA
In all cases, output is possible at Low speed: up to 24 kW,
low rotor speed. high speed: up to 36 kW.

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7000

6000
Anode Storage (kHU)

5000

4000

3000

2000

1000

0
0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000

Time (sec.)

Figure 3.2-1 Cooling curves

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4. Overload Protection (OLP)
Management Functions
This section outlines the overload protection (OLP) management functions of the X-ray
tube system.

4.1 Functional Description


The X-ray tube system supports the OLP management functions for:

(1) Calculation and monitoring of the anode heat capacity for protection

(2) Short-term monitoring of the rating for protection of the focus

(3) Short-term monitoring of the nominal rating for protection of the focus

Items (1) to (3) are calculated continuously to check the required radiation conditions. If
the radiation conditions exceed the calculated OLP, the system is notified and radiation
is halted. These three items are calculated, managed, and controlled by the XC PWB
microcomputer. The following subsections give details of items (1) to (3).

4.2 Calculation and Monitoring of the Anode Heat Capacity


The function is used to protect the anode from overheating.

The current anode heat capacity is calculated from the cooling curve data of the X-ray
tube stored in memory, the anode heat capacity value obtained during the last exposure,
and the elapsed time after radiation.

The anode capacity is calculated when the currently required radiation conditions are
used, and is compared with the calculated limit.

If the calculated anode capacity exceeds the limit, the required waiting time is calculated
and communicated to the system, and SET UP processing is inhibited.

The anode heat capacity and time are retained in memory when the power is turned
OFF.

The residual heat capacity is calculated from backup data and is used as the initial
value of the anode heat capacity when the power is turned ON.

4.3 Short-Term Monitoring of the Rating


This function is used to protect the focus from overheating during continuous radiation.
The radiation limit is obtained from the radiation conditions required from the data
concerning "output vs continuous radiation limit" stored in memory.
If the required radiation time exceeds the limit in REMOTE mode, the required radiation
conditions are assumed to be invalid and the system returns a negative response.

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4.4 Short-Term Monitoring of the Nominal Rating
This function is used to protect the focus from overheating during continuous radiation
and is applied to a radiation time of less than 5 seconds using the same kV and mA.
When kV and mA are set, the cumulative limit is obtained during repeated exposures
from memory data.
If the next exposure is performed less than 5 seconds after the previous exposure, the
cumulative radiation time is added. If the elapsed time after the previous exposure is 5
seconds or more, the cumulative time is cleared.

When "cumulative time + required radiation time" exceeds the cumulative limit less than
5 seconds after the previous exposure, the residual time is calculated for
communication with the system. During this period SET UP processing is inhibited.

(Example)

3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds 3 seconds

A B C D E

5 seconds 5 seconds 5 seconds


or more or more or more

Less than
5 seconds

Figure 4.4-1 Short-term monitoring of the nominal rating

Scan A calculated during a radiation time of 3 seconds


Scan B calculated during a radiation time of 3 seconds
Scan C calculated during a radiation time of 6 seconds
Scan D calculated during a radiation time of 9 seconds
Scan E calculated during a radiation time of 12 seconds

4.5 Power Maintenance for Continuous Cooling


This function is used to continue operation of the X-ray tube cooler until the
X-ray tube has cooled after the power switch has been turned OFF on the console.

When a request is made to turn OFF the power switch on the console, power discharge
of the smoothing capacitor starts and cooler is operated until the anode heat capacity
falls to the required value.

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5. Tools and Instruments
Table 5-1 shows tools and measuring instruments required for installation, check,
adjustment, and repair of the X-ray system.

Table 5-1 Tools and instruments for the X-ray system

Instal- Check and


Repair Remarks
lation adjustment
(1) Digital storage-type o o Checking the kV and mA
oscilloscope waveforms
(2) Torque wrench *1 o o KANON 450QLK
(3) Tube voltmeter *2 o o AB-2015D (manufactured by
TOREK) -MII anode grounding
(custom-made)
(4) Personal computer o o WINDOWS version adjustment
for local control and cable: BSX77-1467
adjustment

*1: Female aluminum screw: Mold:100 kg/cm

*2: It is impossible to use the existing type. Check kV and mA on the XC PWB.

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6. Notices
This section describes important safety and protection notices pertaining to work on the
X-ray system.

6.1 Floating Section


The power supply circuit of the X-ray high-voltage generator is not insulated from the
power supply. If you should touch areas other than the designated spots or connect
measuring instruments, take adequate precautions against electrical shocks and short
circuits.

6.2 Power Cable


When disconnecting the power cable, first unplug it from the power distribution board. If
the power cable is unplugged at the other side, it is very dangerous if the power is
turned ON. (See figure 6.2-1.)

Always disconnect the grounding wire last.

When connecting the power cable, first connect the grounding wire, connect the other
wires to the unit, then connect the wires to the power distribution board.

PS

Do not leave the unit with the


Unit end of the cable open.

Incorrect

Figure 6.2-1 Handling the power cable

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6.3 Precautions for Rotation
As the X-ray high-voltage generator is mounted in the gantry rotation section, make
sure that no worker is caught in the rotation section during maintenance.

WARNING: 1. Since the rotation section of gantry may rotate suddenly,


carefully install the CT scanner. (For example, when
console is changed to "eXam Plan" during operation or a
short-circuit is caused by any part being touched with the
probe of the measuring instrument.)

2. If a part of the rotation section of gantry is to be removed,


be sure to engage the rotation lock pin of the rotation
drive section and insert the rotation lock pin securely into
the rotation lock pin retaining plate. Otherwise, the
rotation section may rotate suddenly due to the weight
imbalance caused by removal of the part, and a worker
may get caught in the rotation section and be seriously
injured as a result. Hold the rotation section firmly when
pulling out the rotation lock pin.

(1) Turn OFF the input NFB of the gantry before replacing the X-ray tube and parts of
the X-ray high-voltage generator.

(2) The brake of the rotation section is not engaged, so be sure to follow the specified
procedure when performing replacement work, with special care regarding mass
balance. (Refer to the volume on the gantry and patient couch.)

(3) Turn OFF the power of the rotation servo system and perform locking as specified
to prevent gantry rotation whenever it is necessary to perform maintenance work
with the gantry turned ON to carry out operational checks etc. of internal circuit.
(Refer to the volume on the gantry and patient couch.)

(4) When the cable or the oil hose is disconnected, confirm that it does not interfere
with the stationary section or the covers after they are connected again. (For the
checking method, refer to the volume on the gantry and patient couch.)

(5) When disconnecting the cables, take note to ensure correct reconnection. In
particular, inappropriate routing of the power cable will cause interference with
other cables, which may adversely affect system performance.

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6.4 Handling the High-Voltage Cable
This subsection describes the handling of the X-ray tube and the high-voltage cable of
the SRU section, as well as the procedures for replacing the welded rubber.

<Part and tools required>

• Silicone compound : TOSLUBE 42 TSK5542 (AZP393-01) or one provided with the


Varian X-ray tube
• Absolute alcohol : Use for cleaning
• Toothbrush : Used to apply the silicone compound coating to the inner wall
of the receptacle
• Torque wrench : KANON N120QLK
• Hexagonal wrench : Used for M3 setscrews and M5 and M8 bolts
• Silicone oil : BSX71-0945E

(1) Disconnecting the high-voltage cable at the tube end

<Procedure>

(a) Wait 5 minutes or longer after the power is turned OFF, then start this
procedure.

(b) Remove the cable from the high-voltage transformer side first and then on the
X-ray tube side.

(c) Loosen the screws of the housing cap which secures the high-voltage cable
and slowly remove the bushing.

CAUTION: Do not rotate the cable or remove the bushing suddenly from the
X-ray tube receptacle. Doing so may damage the pin section on the
tip of the bushing.

Receptacle Bushing

Cap

Figure 6.4-1

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(2) Disconnecting the high-voltage cable at the SRU

<Procedure>

(a) Tighten the bolt.

(b) Disconnect the cable and the connector from the molded transformer.

Welded connector or
high-voltage cable

Welded rubber
Molded transformer

Figure 6.4-2

*: The welded connector is not provided with the CXXG-008A/3A.

(3) Connecting the high-voltage cable at the X-ray tube end for BSX71-0782 and
BSX71-0588-12

<Procedure>

(a) Clean the bushing with absolute alcohol. Clean the pins so that any metal
powder or dust is completely removed.

(b) Also clean inside the receptacle. Be sure to remove dust around the inner
electrode.

Figure 6.4-3

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(c) Apply a small amount of silicone grease or silicone oil evenly to the surface of
the bushing.

Note that the silicone compound differs depending on the cable type.
Do not apply the wrong silicone compound to the bushing. Doing so will result
in poor contact with the bushing part, which may lead to a reduction in
withstand voltage.

<1> Apply silicone grease for BSX71-0782 and BSX71-0588-12.

Rubber

Silicone grease (Toslube)

Figure 6.4-4

(d) Align the cable key of the X-ray tube receptacle with the high-voltage cable
and slowly insert the bushing into the receptacle.

Receptacle

Cable key

Housing

Figure 6.4-5

(e) Confirm that the cable is set in the cable key of the receptacle.

CAUTION: Do not rotate the cable after inserting the bushing into the X-ray tube
receptacle. Doing so may damage the pin section on the tip of the
bushing.

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(f) Install the cap.

<For BSX71-0782 and BSX71-0588-12>

<1> Install the cap using the six screws. Tighten the six screws alternately
and slowly so that the gap between the housing and the cap remains
parallel.

Secure the cap so that the gap


between the housing and the
cap remains parallel.

Housing

Cap

Figure 6.4-6

<2> Connect the grounding cable of the high-voltage cable to the cap using
the screws.

<3> When the X-ray tube is heated and then cooled, the screws may become
loose. Therefore, tighten the screws again after the X-ray tube is
seasoned or when the periodic check is performed.

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(4) Connecting the high-voltage cable at the X-ray tube end for BSX71-0841E

<Procedure>

(a) Confirm that the plug section and the X-ray tube receptacle section are clean.
(If not, clean them using a cloth moistened with alcohol.)

Cable plug section X-ray tube receptacle section

(b) Put the provided rubber gloves on both hands.

(c) Open the bag containing the injection syringe.


(Do not use the injection syringe if the bag is punctured or torn.)

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(d) Confirm that the injection syringe contains oil.
(Do not use the injection syringe if it does not contain oil.)

(e) Use a hair dryer to heat the X-ray tube receptacle section.
(Standard time required: 2 minutes for a 1200-W dryer, 3 minutes for a 800-W
dryer, or 4 minutes for a 600-W dryer)

(f) Apply oil (approximately 1 cc) inside the pin at the tip of the plug and around
the plug (approximately 1 to 1.5 cc).

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(g) Insert the plug section into the X-ray tube bushing.
(If the plug section is removed after it has been inserted, repeat step (f)
"Applying oil".)

(h) Put a cap on the cable and secure it using only two bolts opposite each other
(without any springs).

(i) Then, set springs on the remaining four bolts and tighten them with a torque of
approximately 5 Nxm.
(The bolts must be tightened fully.)

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(j) Remove the first two bolts (that were tightened without springs), set springs on
them and tighten them again.
(Confirm that the clearance between the cap and the X-ray tube is 2 to
4 mm. If the measured clearance is less than 2 mm, replace the cable.)

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Cable clamp Shoulder bolt Spring
2
1 3

6 4
5

Cable clamp

Flange

Sleeve Cable

Rubber cone

Silicone oil

Figure 6.4-7 Cable plug section, cap, mounting bolt, and spring for bolt

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(5) Connecting the high-voltage cable at the X-ray high-voltage generator

(a) Prepare a new welded rubber seal (BSX71-0884) and clean it with acetone or
absolute alcohol. Basically, replace the currently used welded rubber seal
with the new one. Otherwise, there may be problems such as discharge.

(b) Clean the X-ray high-voltage generator joint section and cable joint section
with acetone or absolute alcohol.

(c) Apply a thin coating of silicon grease to each section of the welded rubber
seal, the X-ray high-voltage generator joint section, and the cable joint section.
The silicon grease must not dry immediately after application.

Apply to each section

X-ray high-voltage generator

Bolts

High-voltage cable
Aluminum ring Welded rubber seal

(d) Attach the aluminum ring and welded rubber seal to the connector of the X-ray
high-voltage generator. At this time, apply force with your fingers to eliminate
any air bubbles between the welded rubber seal and the connector.

Connect the high-voltage cable to the X-ray high-voltage generator. At this


time, connect it gradually and carefully to ensure that the central pin is not
bent or broken.

When the X-ray high-voltage generator is the SRU (CXXG-008A), remove the
POWER-CONT-ASSY on the right of the SRU-H before performing
connection.

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(e) When tightening the bolts for the high-voltage cable, partially tighten the 4
bolts. Then tighten the bolts at the 4 locations a little at a time in a diagonal
pattern as shown in the figure below so that the tightening torque is applied
evenly from the connector to the welded rubber seal.

Welded rubber seal Welded rubber seal

CAUTION: When tightening the bolts for securing the high-voltage cable to the
X-ray high-voltage generator, force may not be evenly applied to the
welded parts if one of the bolts is fully tightened first. Be sure to
install the connector at the X-ray high-voltage generator so that the
connector is parallel to the X-ray high-voltage generator. Otherwise,
the X-ray high-voltage generator may be damaged.

(f) Tighten the bolts to a torque of 9.8 N·m (100 kgf·cm) using the torque wrench
and confirm that the bolts are securely tightened.

(g) After checking the output (IF adjustment, warm-up, etc.), reconfirm that the
bolts are securely tightened using the torque wrench.

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(6) Removing the high-voltage cable (75 kV, IEC standard product)

(a) Loosen the ring nut pressing screw.

(b) Loosen the ring nut.

(c) Remove the cable from the receptacle.

(d) Be careful not to leave the silicone plate in the receptacle.

Plug Ring flange


Sleeve Cable

Screw (2x)

Pressing screw

Silicon plate Division flange Ring nut


Rubber gasket

Silicon oil Contact

Figure 6.4-8

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(7) Connecting the high-voltage cable (75 kV, IEC standard product)

Steps (b) and (c) below should be performed only when a new high-voltage cable
is installed.

(a) Clean the high-voltage cable plug, the inside of the X-ray tube receptacle, and
the silicon plate with absolute alcohol.

(b) Mount the division flange on the ring flange of the high-voltage cable with
screws

(c) Apply silicon oil to the rubber gasket and place it through the plug (until it
reaches the ring flange).

(d) Apply silicon oil to both sides of the silicon plate and attach it to the tip of the
plug.
The reason for applying the silicon oil is to smooth and lubricate the surface of
the silicon plate to ensure good contact. Therefore, only a small amount of
silicon oil should be evenly applied.
Do not apply silicon grease (Toslube) to the side of the plug. Doing so will
result in poor contact with the silicon plate, which may lead to a reduction in
withstand voltage.

(e) Insert the plug with the silicon plate into the receptacle to connect it and then
tighten the ring nut.

NOTE: To ensure close contact with the silicon plate, tighten the pressing
screw once, loosen it, and then retighten it firmly.

(f) Tighten the pressing screw of the ring nut. Use the hexagonal wrench for M3
pressing screws.

NOTE: The pressing screw is used to prevent the ring nut from loosening. It
must therefore be firmly tightened.

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CAUTION: If the cable plug is disconnected during maintenance or inspection,
replace the silicon plate with a new one. The silicon plates and
silicon oil used must be those manufactured by Claymount
Corporation. Failure to do so may result in system malfunction.

NOTE: 1. Silicon plates can be purchased as service parts with the following
drawing number.

• Part name : REPLACEMENT KIT


• Drawing number : BSX71-0752E (Including silicon plates and
silicon oil, 4 sets each)

2. A new rubber gasket for replacement can be purchased with the


following drawing number. (The rubber gasket is sealed and
saturated with oil in normal use and therefore does not generally need
to be replaced. However, if the rubber gasket is damaged during work
etc., it must be replaced with a new one.)

• Part name : RUBBER GASKET


• Drawing number : BSX71-0813E (2 rubber gaskets)

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6.5 Replacing the Fuse
When replacing the fuse, be sure to use a fuse with the same rating and type specified.

WARNING: For continued protection


against risk of fire, replace WARNING
only with same type and FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION
rating of fuse. AGAINST RISK OF FIRE,
REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME
TYPE AND RATING FUSE.

6.6 Other
(1) The system has a large capacitor (approx. 300 VDC, 36000 μF) at the primary side.
Therefore, wait for at least three minutes after turning OFF the power of the system
when removing the cover, etc. In addition, confirm that no electrical charges
remain before touching the main circuit (including the floating section). (Check
point: between P2 and N2 of the inverter section)

(2) Never apply a high voltage to a cold X-ray tube (the filament is not heated)
regardless of whether the high-voltage cable is connected or disconnected.
Otherwise, the X-ray tube will be damaged. (Note that this does not apply to block
test because the output voltage is low, at 10 kV or less.)

(3) It is possible to check of the high-voltage circuit with no load on the system.
Perform check with the specified terminal using the maintenance program.
Perform block test.

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7. Checks and Adjustments
7.1 Checks and Adjustments When
Î Refer to the Gantry mechanism
Replacing the X-ray Tube section volume "7.3 Replacing
the X-ray Tube".

When replacing the X-ray tube, refer to the section for the gantry mechanism and the
subsection for the tube replacement procedures.

CAUTION: When performing wiring again, do not bundle the power cable with the
signal cables. An error may occur due to noise.

(1) Connection and operation check

The connection of the X-ray tube is shown in figure 7.1-1. Normally the connector
at the tube end or the heat exchanger end is removed, and this terminal board
does not have to be removed.

(2) Operation check

When the power is ON : Check the operation of the heat exchanger.

Rotor drive : Confirm by touch or hearing whether the rotor


rotates when the system is in the set-up status using
XC maintenance program, etc.
(Take appropriate safety measures (for example, turn
OFF the power of the servo amplifier) to prevent the
gantry from rotating.)

(3) If adjustment

Perform If adjustment according to the procedures described in subsection 7.1.1.

(4) X-ray tube aging

To maintain detector sensitivity, place a phantom.


<1> 80 kV, 300 mA, Large, 3-s exposure, 6-s pause × 25 times
<2> 100 kV, 300 mA, Large, 6-s exposure, 3-s pause × 20 times
<3> 30-s pause
<4> 100 kV, 300 mA, Large, 6-s exposure, 25-s pause × 8 times
<5> Pause for at least 30 minutes (Leave the system turned ON.)
<6> 100 kV, 360 mA, Small, 30-s exposure, 30-s pause × 4 times
<7> Pause for at least 30 minutes (Leave the system turned ON.)

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H.V.cable
Return cable P82
+ -
HOUSING GROUND

BLACK U
1
V
WHITE W
2
GREEN
3
WHITE
4
BLACK
5 ORANGE
PRESSURE SWITCH
6 RED
ORANGE THERMAL SWITCH
7
RED X-RAY TUBE
8
ORANGE
9
RED
10 FLOW SWITCH THERMAL SWITCH

11

F P
TB5
GREEN/YELLOW

GREEN/YELLOW
HEAT EXCHANGER

Figure 7.1-1 Connection of CXB-750C, CXB-750D

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7.1.1 If adjustment
The If adjustment is necessary to ensure that the tube current rises smoothly. An
incorrect If will cause Over mA and Over If errors.

(1) Remote If adjustment


(Connection of an oscilloscope to the XC PWB is not necessary. The XC
maintenance program is used.)

In remote If adjustment mode, the If value is automatically adjusted if it does not


meet the standard (except for when an Over If error occurs).
Adjustment is acceptable when the conditions minimize overshooting.

(a) Connect a personal computer terminal in which the XC maintenance program


is installed to CN610 of the GCIFA or CNN711 of the XC.

Î Refer to subsections 8.5 and


8.6.

<XC maintenance program used>

For CXXG-008A (SRU) : Ver. 5.13 or later

For CXXG-012A (Spellman) : Ver. 3.21 or later

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(b) When the XC maintenance program is started up and [[If Adjustment]] is
selected, the If Adjustment screen is displayed.

Figure 7.1-2 If Adjustment screen

Tube Voltage (Tube voltage)


Focus Size (Focus size)
mA (Tube current)
IF (If value)
Adj. IF (Result of If value adjustment)
IF Adj Point (If value adjustment point)
Default (Selects the default If value adjustment point.)
Clear (Clears all adjustment points that were selected.)
IF Adjustment Conditions (Select the combinations of tube voltage and focus
size with which If adjustment is to be performed.)
All (All combinations are selected.)
Auto Exposure (Automatic If adjustment: Exposure and If value adjustment
are repeated automatically.)
Return (Terminates If adjustment.)

(c) Select [[Load from XC]] from the [[IF Data]] menu on the tool bar.

(d) When the message [[IF data From XC]] is displayed, select [[OK]] to read the
IF values from the XC memory. When data reading is completed, the values
are displayed in the IF Adj Point (If value adjustment point) column located at
the left of the screen.

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(e) Select the [[ALL]] menu item located at the bottom of the frame at the right of
the screen. Check marks (√) are placed in the boxes for all combinations of
tube voltage and focus size to indicate that they are all selected.
To perform If adjustment for particular conditions, place check marks (√) in the
corresponding boxes.

(f) Select the tube current (mA) for which If adjustment is to be performed from
the tube current (mA) column located at the left of the screen.
Conditions masked in blue are the adjustment points. (It is acceptable to use
the default settings set at the time of X-ray tube replacement.)

(g) After If adjustment condition setting is completed, select the [[Auto Exposure]]
button located at the lower right of the screen.
The Exposure Test screen is displayed and If adjustment is automatically
started.
The results of If adjustment are displayed on the right next to the default
values.

Figure 7.1-3 Exposure Test screen

(h) If an error such as discharge, Over If, etc. occurs, select the [[STOP]] button in
the same manner as during normal exposure and select the [[Error
description]] button.

• When an Over If error occurs, the If value must be changed.


After selecting the [[Error Clear]] button, select the [[Details]] button and
change the If value.

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Figure 7.1-4 Parameter adjustment screen (SRU)

Figure 7.1-5 Parameter adjustment screen (Spellman)

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Enter a numerical value in the column on the right next to "IF". (Whether
the If value should be increased or decreased must be determined by
referring to the waveform.)
Select the [[OK]] button, confirm the set data, and select the [[Return]]
button to return to the Exposure Test screen.
Select the [[Start]] button to resume If adjustment.

Refer to subsections 8.5.11 and 8.6.7 for the waveform display procedures.

Î Refer to subsections 8.5.11


and 8.6.7.

When the [[Data Collect]] button is selected from the [[Signal Show]] menu
and then the [[Show]] button is selected, the If waveform is displayed.

• When an error other than an Over If error occurs


After the [[Error Clear]] button is selected to clear the error, select the
[[Start]] button to resume If adjustment.

(i) When all If adjustment procedures are completed, the message "Do you want
to perform interporate the unadjusted IF data using the adjusted data?" is
displayed.
When the [[OK]] button is selected, interpolation is performed to calculate the
If values for which the conditions are not adjusted.

(j) The message "Do you want to store the adjusted If values in the XC
memory?" is displayed.
When the [[OK]] button is selected, the adjusted If data sets are stored in the
XC memory.

(k) Select the [[Return]] button to close the IF Adjustment screen.

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7.1.2 If adjustment (description)
If adjustment is performed to adjust the filament current level during main heating in
order to smooth the leading edge of the tube current.

For the time period from the beginning of X-ray exposure to 20 ms, main heating is
performed by If (filament current) feedback control.

After 20 ms, mA is detected and feedback is performed to adjust the If current so that
mA is maintained at the specified value.

X-ray OFF
(TP17) ON

Heating X-ray tube


kV(TP36)
IF
mA(TP15)
If feedback mA feedback
mA
IF(TP18) SRU

Main heating level

20 msec

Figure 7.1-6

Therefore, if the If value (main heating level) is too high, the IF current is reduced to
lower the mA value at 20 ms because the rise in mA is excessive.

mA overshoots.

Since mA is too high, the If level is reduced


mA at the moment of switching to mA feedback.
IF
High
Optimal value

Figure 7.1-7 When the If value (main heating level) is too high

On the other hand, if the If value (main heating level) is too low, the IF current is
increased to raise the mA value at 20 ms because the rise in mA is insufficient.

mA is output a lower level.


mA
Optimal value Since mA is too low, If level suddenly rises
in order to increase the mA.
IF
Low

Figure 7.1-8 When the If value (main heating level) is too low

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7.2 Setting and Adjusting the PWBs
The PWB related to the CXXG-008 contains the XC, DRD, inverter, filter board, etc.
However, only the XC requires adjustment.
To adjust a PWB that was not adjusted previously, start from the initialization settings.
To perform mock exposure without X-ray exposure, set the test mode.

[Test Mode Setting]

Connect 2-3 of JP3 of the XC. To turn OFF the main circuit power supply as a
precaution, turn OFF SW1 of the DRV (F side) and turn ON 3, 4 of SW2 of the XC.

[Normally, simply connect 2-3 of JP3.]

[XC replacement]

When the XC is replaced, only If adjustment is required. (Entry of the values before
replacement may also be permissible.)

Since the OLP value is cleared, perform this work with OLP set to a sufficiently low
value (20% or less). In addition, shut down the system and start up the system again
(calendar resetting).

Adjustment of kV and mA is not required. The parameters must not be changed.

7.2.1 kV waveform adjustment (VR3 adjustment procedures)


Adjust VR3 on the XC PWB. This adjustment permits the waveform at the tube voltage
leading edge to be optimally adjusted, which can reduce the loading on the X-ray tube.

[Precautions]

(1) This work must be performed in the following cases.

(a) XC PWB replacement

(b) SRU-H replacement

Adjustment is usually not required for tube replacement. Adjustment should


be performed, however, if the check finds a shift in the waveform.

(2) Do not touch any VRs other than VR3. Doing so may adversely affect the kV or
mA precision.

(3) Use the XC maintenance software to adjust VR3.


If the XC maintenance software version is earlier than V5.13, an error occurs when
the Signal Show menu is used.

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[Adjustment procedures]

(1) Fully rotate VR3 clockwise on the XC PWB. Since the kV waveform overshoots in
this status, avoid performing X-ray exposure at any tube voltage other than 80 kV.

(2) Click [[IF Adjustment]] in the menu window and perform temporary IF value
adjustment only for the conditions of 80 kV, 50 mA, and large focus.

(3) Click [[Exposure Test]] in the menu window.

Figure 7.2-1 Menu window

(4) Set the conditions to 80 kV, 50 mA, 0.3 s, and large focus using [Conditions].

(5) Perform X-ray exposure using [Start].

(6) Click [Signal Show] at the upper left of the window and then click [Range] to set
'Time' to 524 ms.

(7) Remove the check marks for 'mA' and 'IF' at the lower left of the window and click
[[Data Collect]]. After this, wait for a several seconds.

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(8) Click [[Show]] to display the kV waveform.

The actual rising waveform is indicated by the dotted line.

Figure 7.2-2

(9) See the section enclosed by a circle. The kV waveform at this section is analogous
to the rising kV waveform and in this status the overshooting is maximized.

* Due to the characteristics of the kV detection circuit in the SRU, overshooting at


the rising waveform cannot be checked by the waveform from the detection
circuit.

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(10) Rotate VR3 counterclockwise by a single graduation at a time and perform X-ray
exposure to check the waveform. Repeat this procedure. The waveform varies
as shown in the figure below.

Figure 7.2-3

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(11) Stop adjusting VR3 as soon as the waveform disappears (refer to the figure
shown below). This is the status in which overshooting does not exist.

Note that if VR3 is excessively rotated counterclockwise, undershooting is


generated.

A waveform less than level 0 cannot be checked using the XC test program.

Figure 7.2-4

(12) Repeat the series of steps from IF adjustment in item (2) to waveform adjustment
under the conditions of 135 kV, 50 mA, and large focus.

80 kV was used for the initial X-ray exposure to avoid X-ray tube loading due to
overshoot.

Finally, the waveform at 135 kV must take priority.

(13) After waveform adjustment is completed, perform IF adjustment for all conditions
(automatic adjustment).

(14) Perform scanning using the CT system to confirm that the system operates
normally and that the image is normal.

7.3 Checking the Rotor Driver


(1) Inhibit gantry rotation.

(2) Monitor the voltage between 1 and 2 of terminal stand TB5 of the power supply
unit.

Use a voltmeter. There is an output of about 70 to 200 VAC.


(Since the output voltage is an inverter waveform, correct measurement is
impossible. Use it only to judge whether or not voltage is output.)

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8. Troubleshooting
8.1 X-ray High-Voltage Generator Troubleshooting
8.1.1 X-ray high-voltage generator error

8.1.1.1 For CXXG-008A (SRU)

Type Item Description


SRU error Under kV (Set) The detected kV value is 81% or less of the setting value
60 ms after the start of exposure.
Under kV (Fixed) The tube voltage is 6 kV or less 10 ms after the start of
exposure.
Over kV (Set) The detected kV value is 120% or more of the setting
value.
Over kV (Fixed) The detected kV value is 150 kV or more.
Under mA (Set) Not used
Under mA (Fixed) The detected mA value is 3.4 mA or less 2 ms after the
start of exposure.
Abnormality in the main circuit (damaged device, blown
fuse). Abnormality in the filament heating circuit.
Disconnection of the high-voltage system cables.
Damage/Cup-contact of the X-ray tube filament.
Over mA (Set) The detected mA value is +100 mA or more of the
setting value.
Over mA (Fixed) Not used
Over IF (Set) The detected IF value is 4.3 V or more.
Over IF (Fixed) The detected IF value is 4.4 V or more.
Power overcurrent (Set) Not used
Power overcurrent Not used
(Fixed)
HV overcurrent The HV current value (equivalent to the detected mA
value) is 700 mA or more.
Electrical discharge of the X-ray tube/high-voltage
system (SRU).
X-ray tube thermal The X-ray tube thermal switch is turned OFF.
Abnormal X-ray tube heating. Clogging of the heat
exchanger. Malfunction or clogging of the cooling fan at
the gantry.
Gantry ambient temperature above the limit.
Oil flow The oil flow switch is turned OFF.
Abnormal operation of the X-ray tube heat exchanger.
Abnormal circulation of the X-ray tube cooling oil.
Main inverter DC power 5 V or 12 V is not supplied to the main inverter on the
supply Low side or the Hi side, respectively.
= Inverter DC-H error
= Inverter DC-L error

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108
Type Item Description
SRU error Tube current detection The tube current detection cable is not connected or is
cable damaged.
= Cable interlock
Exposure in test mode A tube current of 3.4 mA or more is detected in test
mode.
Main inverter status A feedback clock is not returned to the STATUS.
= SRU status
Molded transformer The molded transformer thermal switch on the Low side
thermal or Hi side is turned OFF.
HFG error Any of SRU errors has occurred.
HV ABNORMAL Abnormality in the X-ray high-voltage generator.
Brown inverter fuse Malfunction or control failure of the main circuit device
(FET).
Inverter feedback clock Main circuit control error.
OFF
Inverter thermal error Abnormal heat generation in the inverter unit.
Malfunction or clogging of the cooling fan.
Malfunction or clogging of the cooling fan at the gantry.
XC error Rotor timeout The local exposure command or the rotor command is
not issued 30 minutes after the rotor is turned ON.
Pre-heat timeout The local exposure command or the preheat command
is not issued 30 minutes after the preheat switch is set to
ON.
Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
Filament timeout The local exposure command or the main heat
= Main heat timeout command is not issued 5 minutes after the main heat
switch is set to ON.
Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
Exposure enable The local exposure command is not issued 30 s after the
timeout X-ray exposure enable switch is set to ON.
= Exposure enable Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
timeout
= Exposure waiting
time timeout
Exposure time timeout X-ray exposure is performed for a time exceeding 110%
= Overtime error of the preset time.
Abnormality in control/communication in the gantry.
Watchdog timeout The watchdog timer is not cleared within 1.024 s
(prevention of XC firmware runout).
Abnormal input voltage The input line voltage detected at the heat inverter is not
= Detection of an within ±20% of the standard value (205.5 V).
abnormal VAC
Dropped rotor current The rotor current is 10% or less.
The voltage drops with phases of the power supply
missing at the time of boost. (Missing phase: Less than
three phases).
Disconnection of the rotor output circuit. Blown fuse.
Abnormality in the X-ray tube stator coil.

No. 2D201-064E*K
109
Type Item Description
XC error Starter trip The starter is in trip status.
= Rotor trip (Trip status: Status in which starter operation is stopped
by the protection circuit of the starter.)
Starter NACK NACK is returned from the starter. The starter does not
accept a command from the XC.
(NACK: Not Acknowledge)
Abnormality in the control circuit.
Starter communication The reception signal is not returned from the starter.
error Abnormality in the control circuit. Abnormality in the
starter.
Starter output time Not used
excess
OLP limit 100% The OLP value exceeds the maximum tube capacity.
Abnormal backup Malfunction of the backup memory, dead battery on the
memory PWB
Abnormal flash memory Not used
Test SW The interlock mechanism is released in normal
scanning.
Other Door open The door is open.
Door open during The door is open during exposure.
exposure

No. 2D201-064E*K
110
8.1.1.2 For CXXG-012A (Spellman)

Type Item Description


HFG error Under kV (Set) The detected kV value is 81% or less of the setting value
60 ms after the start of exposure.
Under kV (Fixed) The tube voltage is 3 kV or less 10 ms after the start of
exposure.
Over kV (Set) The detected kV value is 110% or more of the setting
value.
Over kV (Fixed) The detected kV value is 150 kV or more.
Under mA (Set) The detected mA value is 100 mA or less than the
setting value 60 ms after the start of exposure.
Under mA (Fixed) The detected mA value is 3.3 mA or less 5 ms after the
start of exposure.
Over mA (Set) The detected mA value is +100 mA or more of the
setting value.
Over mA (Fixed) The detected mA value is 800 mA or more.
Under IF IF detection shows 1 A or less for 100 ms or more
500 ms after the filament has been heated.
Over IF The detected IF value is 7 A or more.
Arc Electrical discharge of the X-ray tube/high-voltage
system.
HV overcurrent The HV current value (equivalent to the detected mA
value) is 800 mA or more.

X-tube thermal The X-ray tube thermal switch is turned OFF.


X-tube flow The oil flow switch is turned OFF.
Cable interlock The control cable between INV and HV is not connected
or is damaged.
Test Mode Error A tube current of 3.3 mA or more is detected in test
mode.
HFG error Any of HFG errors has occurred.
AC fault Abnormal AC unit. Abnormal phase detection or
abnormal control circuit.
Inverter thermal Abnormal heat generation in the inverter unit.
Malfunction or clogging of the cooling fan.
Off X-ray Detect A tube voltage of 30 kV or more is detected for 0.8 s or
more when X-ray exposure signals are not output.

No. 2D201-064E*K
111
Type Item Description
XC error Rotor timeout The local exposure command or the rotor command is
not issued 30 minutes after the rotor is turned ON.
Pre-heat timeout The local exposure command or the preheat command
is not issued 30 minutes after the preheat switch is set to
ON.
Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
Filament timeout The local exposure command or the main heat
= Main heat timeout command is not issued 5 minutes after the main heat
switch is set to ON.
Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
Exposure enable The local exposure command is not issued 30 s after the
timeout X-ray exposure enable switch is set to ON.
= Exposure enable Abnormality in control/communication from the SS.
timeout
= Exposure waiting
time timeout
Exposure time timeout X-ray exposure is performed for a time exceeding 110%
= Overtime error of the preset time.
Abnormality in control/communication in the gantry.
Watchdog timeout The watchdog timer is not cleared within 1.024 s
(prevention of XC firmware runout).
Dropped rotor current The rotor current is 10% or less.
The voltage drops with phases of the power supply
missing at the time of boost. (Missing phase: Less than
three phases).
Disconnection of the rotor output circuit. Blown fuse.
Abnormality in the X-ray tube stator coil.
Starter trip The starter is in trip status.
= Rotor trip (Trip status: Status in which starter operation is stopped
by the protection circuit of the starter.)
Starter NACK NACK is returned from the starter. The starter does not
accept a command from the XC.
(NACK: Not Acknowledge)
Abnormality in the control circuit.
Starter communication The reception signal is not returned from the starter.
error Abnormality in the control circuit. Abnormality in the
starter.
Starter output time Not used
excess
OLP limit 100% The OLP value exceeds the maximum tube capacity.
Abnormal backup Malfunction of the backup memory, dead battery on the
memory PWB
Abnormal flash memory Not used
Test SW The interlock mechanism is released in normal
scanning.
Other Door open The door is open.
Door open during The door is open during exposure.
exposure

No. 2D201-064E*K
112
8.1.2 Troubleshooting table

8.1.2.1 For CXXG-008A (SRU)

No. Phenomenon Phenomenon Countermeasures


1 Over mA (error code • X-ray tube discharge • Seasoning
F{C, F{4)
• Continuous heating (for
1 to 2 minutes)
2 An over mA (F{D) error • If deviation • If adjustment
or an over IF error
without any sound
3 Rotor current low error • XC-ROM • Connection check for the
• Incorrect DIP SW setting stator cable connector at
the X-ray tube
4 The maintenance • Incorrect cable connection • Maintenance cable
program does not reply. connection check
• JP1 setting error
• JP1 setting check
5 The XC does not reply. • Contact (short) between the • Attaching the insulation
The LED does not light. cover and the XC element sheet
• Defective XC • Line voltage check
• 5-V/12-V power failure • XC reset switch ON
• XC replacement
6 The SRU status error • SRU thermal operation • Block test
occurs.
• Damaged inverter, blown fuse • XC replacement
• Control cable contact failure • SRU 30-A fuse check
• Looseness of the filter board • Control cable
screws replacement
7 Exposure is impossible • Damaged inverter, blown fuse • Inverter replacement
after a pop is heard.
• Defective XC driver IC • Fuse replacement
• Interlock, KL setting error • Block test
• Metal foreign object, internal • XC clock check
short
• Incorrect cable connection, XC
circuit short
8 Large mA does not • Defective XC clock • Change the R129
satisfy the standard. resistance value
Unstable If
9 The actual kV falls. • Defective divider • Divider resistance value
check
3780 MΩ
10 An over kV occurs • The kV waveform on the XC • Removing the kV meter
immediately before X-ray oscillates at the falling edge. • Ground check
exposure is completed.
• Replacing S75 with
another type of coaxial
cable

No. 2D201-064E*K
113
8.1.2.2 For CXXG-012A (Spellman)

No. Phenomenon Phenomenon Countermeasures


1 Over mA + Arc (error • X-ray tube discharge • Seasoning
code BFDFFDF...)
• Continuous heating (for 1
to 2 minutes)
2 An over mA error or an • If deviation • If adjustment
over IF error without any
sound
3 Rotor current low error • Incorrect cable connection • Cable connection check
4 The maintenance • Incorrect cable connection • Maintenance cable
program does not reply. connection check
• JP1 setting error
• JP1 setting check
5 The XC does not reply. • HV power failure • 5 V check
The LED does not light.
• Defective XC • XC replacement for
connecting the connector
• Gantry control unit failure
6 Exposure is impossible • Malfunction of the inverter • Inverter replacement
after a pop is heard.
• Malfunction of the HV • HV replacement
• Malfunction of the HV cable • HV cable replacement
7 Large mA does not • Malfunction of the HV • HV replacement
satisfy the standard.
Unstable If

No. 2D201-064E*K
114
8.1.3 Table of error codes displayed on the console

8.1.3.1 For CXXG-008A (SRU)

Contents
Error code XCerror name Signal Communi- (C command hard status
ER_XC_XXXX (ex. OFFLINE) type cation type communication specification)
0xb2100000 OFFLINE (XC DTR off) Hard DTR signal Signal drop on the XC,
OPCONT (or SCRT), MUDAT
(or SURECOM), and GTS lines
0xb2300000 TUBELOCK (tube interlock) Serial C command C4-D0 (thermal or flow)
0xb2310000 DOOROPEN (door open) C command C5-D2 (door open with
X-ray exposure set to ON)
0xb2500000 NACK (XC NACK return) ACK replay 0xb2500002 :
overrun error
0xb250004 :
framing error
0xb250010 :
illegal command
0xb250020 :
command length
error
0x2500040 : cannot accept
0xb2600000 SRU STATUS (over current in C command C4-D3
the previous description)
0xb2610000 OVERKV (over kV) C command C4-D2
0xb2620000 OVERMA (over mA) C command C4-D1
(including HV overcurrent)
0xb2630000 OVERTIME (over time) C command C5-D3
(including all timeout errors)
0xb2640000 ERROR (xc error) C command C3-D0 or D1
Related errors (under system,
AC power supply, over IF, mold
thermal unit (not connected),
cable, DC power supply, test
mode, starter, OLP limit,
backup memory)
Non-related errors (SRU status,
OVKV, OVMA, HVOC, thermal,
flow, overtime, timeout, door)
0xb2d00000 ABORT (xc abort) Not --- ---
used
0xb2e00000 LOCAL (xc local) --- ---
0xb2f00000 TIMEOUT (xc time-out) --- This error occurs when no reply
is received from the XC.

If more than one error occurs, only one error is recognized. Therefore, for example, if
an over kV error and an over mA error occur, either one of the error codes is displayed.
All errors can be viewed using the 'Detail' menu item (R status). When error code
0xb2640000 (XCERROR) is displayed, no errors with other codes occur.

No. 2D201-064E*K
115
8.1.3.2 For CXXG-012A (Spellman)

Contents
Error code XCerror name Signal Communi- (C command hard status
ER_XC_XXXX (ex. OFFLINE) type cation type communication specification)
0xb2100000 OFFLINE (XC DTR off) Hard DTR signal Signal drop on the XC, SCRT,
SURECOM, and GTS lines
0xb2300000 TUBELOCK (tube interlock) Serial C command C4-D0 (thermal or flow)
0xb2310000 DOOROPEN (door open) C command C5-D2 (door open with
X-ray exposure set to ON)
0xb2500000 NACK (XC NACK return) ACK replay 0xb2500002 :
overrun error
0xb250004 :
framing error
0xb250010 :
illegal command
0xb250020 :
command length
error
0x2500040 : cannot accept
0xb2600000 HW ERROR (over current in the C command C4-D3
previous description)
0xb2610000 OVERKV (over kV) C command C4-D2
0xb2620000 OVERMA (over mA) C command C4-D1
(including HV overcurrent)
0xb2630000 OVERTIME (over time) C command C5-D3
(including all timeout errors)
0xb2640000 ERROR (xc error) C command C3-D0 or D1
Related errors (under system,
AC power supply, over IF, mold
thermal unit (not connected),
cable, DC power supply, test
mode, starter, OLP limit,
backup memory)
Non-related errors (OVKV,
OVMA, HVOC, thermal, flow,
overtime, timeout, door)
0xb2d00000 ABORT (xc abort) Not --- ---
used
0xb2e00000 LOCAL (xc local) --- ---
0xb2f00000 TIMEOUT (xc time-out) --- This error occurs when no reply
is received from the XC.

If more than one error occurs, only one error is recognized. Therefore, for example, if
an over kV error and an over mA error occur, either one of the error codes is displayed.
All errors can be viewed using the 'Detail' menu item (R status). When error code
0xb2640000 (XCERROR) is displayed, no errors with other codes occur.

No. 2D201-064E*K
116
8.2 Main Troubleshooting Flowchart for CXXG-008A (SRU)
8.2.1 OVER mA

OVER mA

Does fault No
occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

Yes

Check the error log. Yes Does the No


OVER mA error occur
again?

Is the
No Check the If
error log either FOC
adjustment waveform.
or FO4?

Yes

Perform counter- Is there


Readjust the If Yes any abnormality with
measures against X-ray
value. the If waveform?
tube discharge.

No

Replace the XC.

End

NOTE: If an "OVER mA" error occurs, the HV cable and the bushing are not
defective. If the HV cable or the bushing is defective, an "HV overcurrent"
error occurs at the same time.

No. 2D201-064E*K
117
8.2.2 Under mA

Under mA

Perform the heat test.

Press HEAT OFF and then OK.

NO
IF value = 0 V? Replace the XC PWB.

YES
Does the error NO
End
Set the tube current to recur?
50 mA for the heat test.
YES

Perform the heat test for both


the large focus and amall focus. Replace the SRU-H.

NO YES
IF value 1.5 V?

Disconnect the X-ray tube return Check the X-ray tube filament. *1
cable (at the X-ray tube).
NO
OK? Defective SRU-H
Measure the resistance between the signal
cable of the connector (X-ray tube end) to YES
which the return cable was connected and
the housing of the X-ray tube. Check the high-voltage
cable for contact failure.

YES NO High-voltage cable


Measured resistance OK?
contact failure
100 kΩ?
Defective X-ray tube YES
NO

Measure the resistance between the Defective SRU-H


return cable signal cable and the GRD.

NO
Measured resistance
= 10 Ω 1 Ω
Defective SRU-L *1: To check the X-ray tube filament,
YES
disconnect the SRU-H end of the
High likelihood of return high-voltage cable and check
cable contact failure whether or not the filament is broken.
.

No. 2D201-064E*K
118
8.2.3 HV overcurrent

HV overcurrent error

Does an OVER mA YES


To subsection 8.2.1 "Over mA".
error also occur?

NO

To subsection 8.2.13.
"Errors that may occur in the X-ray system
and require corrective measures".

No. 2D201-064E*K
119
8.2.4 Under kV

Under kV error
*1: Since an under error
frequently occurs if the
Set the kV to the value at which the error mA is too low, be sure to
occurs and the current to 400 mA and then set the current to 400 mA
perform X-ray exposure. *1 when performing checks.

YES
Does the over mA Defective X-ray tube
error occur?

NO

Does the YES To subsection 8.2.3


HV overcurrent error
"HV overcurrent".
occur?

NO

Check the mA and the HV waveform.

Is the
mA value equal to the YES
setting value (400 mA) Defective X-ray tube
or higher?

NO

NO YES
HV mA? Defective SRU

FIX Under kV (set) Perform the block test with


or under kV (FIX)? Nos. 11 to 19 set to ON.

Set
Check the kV
Check the HV waveform.
detection cable. Replace the SRU-H.

Does the NO Is the YES The SRU-H or


error recur? HV waveform the HV cable is
output? defective.
YES NO

Replace the SRU-L. The SRU-L or the intermediate


cable is defective.
End

No. 2D201-064E*K
120
8.2.5 SRU status error

SRU status error

The error
clear button was not NO
pressed after the error
occurred.

YES Set Preheat to ON for heat setting


in the exposure test window.

Occurrence of the SRU status error

Check the status information window.

Convert the "Status 2" value from a


hexadecimal value to a binary value.

Check the bit number for which 0 is displayed for "Status 2".
Defective inverter number (Refer to the following page.)

Check the value of the bit number corresponding


to the defective inverter number for "Status 1".

Defective inverter NO
bit for "Status 1" = 0

Inverter malfunction
YES

Inverter overheat
Inverter YES
number 10

To subsection 8.2.11 "Inverter temperature error" Replace the SRU-L.


NO

Replace the SRU-H.

No. 2D201-064E*K
121
How to interpret the SRU status

SRU-H ← → SRU-L
Bit number / 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
(Inverter number)
In normal operation 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
(1 for all bits)
(Status 2) (7) (F) (F) (F) (F)
Example: Abnormal 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
for inverter No. 10
(Status 2) (7) (F) (D) (F) (F)

Abnormal bit

8.2.5.1 Method for determining whether or not the SRU generator


inverter should be replaced
The SRU status error occurs when the regenerative signal is abnormal in any of the
18 inverters.

(1) Use the Maintenance Tool to determine which inverter is defective. The code in
Status 2 indicates the defective inverter.

Code in Status 2 Normal = "1"

(4 bits)

19 to 17 16 to 13 12 to 9 8 to 5 4 to 1 Correspond-
ing inverter No.

* Inverter No. 15 is not assigned.

* Example: When inverter No. 6 is defective

No. 2D201-064E*K
122
(2) For the code in Status 1, the bits indicate the following.

"1"..... Fuse in the inverter is blown or regenerative


signal is abnormal.

<1> Check the corresponding fuse on the


filter board using the multimeter. If the
fuse is blown, replace it with a new fuse.
If the problem is not corrected, replace
the existing unit with the new one.

"0"..... The inverter is overheated or regenerative


signal is abnormal.

<1> If this error occurs when the X-ray tube


OLP% is low, the fan of the
corresponding inverter may be defective.
Check the flow of air from outside the
Inverter No.
SRU chassis. If no air is blowing out,
replace the DC fan.

<2> If this error occurs when the X-ray OLP% is quite high, the inverter may be
degraded slightly or the ventilation system in the inverter may be abnormal.

<3> If this error persists even after the inverter has cooled, the regenerative
signal may be abnormal.

Replace the existing SRU set with a new SRU set.


When the SRU-L is replaced as a set, adjustment is not required.
When the SRU-H is replaced as a set, XC adjustment is required.

No. 2D201-064E*K
123
8.2.6 X-ray tube flow fault

X-ray tube flow


fault

Does NO
fault occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

YES

Monitor input YES Is fault NO


voltage 200 VAC. present?

Is input NO Check site power


voltage within supply facilities.
spec?
YES

YES Is 200 V
Short between
present at 4-5
7 and 8 of TB5?
of TB5?

NO

Is fault YES Check fuses F4


still present? and F5 of the
power supply unit.

NO

Does
Replace the Are the YES Replace NO
the problem
oil cooler. fuses open? open fuses. occur again?

NO YES

Replace Check the power


XC PWB. supply unit.

END

No. 2D201-064E*K
124
8.2.7 X-ray tube thermal fault

X-ray tube thermal


fault

Does NO
fault occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

YES

Allow the tube to YES NO


cool for 30 minutes. Is fault present?

NO
Is fault present?

YES

Connect TB5 Check for clogging


pins 9 and 10. of the cooler.

NO Is fault
Replace the tube. still present?

YES

Replace XC PWB.

END

No. 2D201-064E*K
125
8.2.8 XC operation error

XC operation error

Does fault No
occur during Check the error log.
exposure?

Yes

Is the
Check the error log and error code "F...DF" No
the X-ray tube status. displayed? (low rotor
current error)

Yes

Does a
Yes
discharge also
occur?

No

Replace the XC, if it is


abnormal.

Replace the XC ROM with


a ROM with version
C10031-03 or later.

If the error occurs


frequently, replace
the XC.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
126
8.2.9 Cable interlock

Cable interlock

Does fault
No
occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

Yes

Check the connection of Yes No


Is fault
the mA detection cable
present?
(S72).

Yes
Is problem Replace the mA
still present? detection cable.

No

Is problem No
still present?

Yes

Replace the SRU-L.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
127
8.2.10 Starter communication error

Starter
communication error

Does fault No
occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

Yes

Check the output wiring Yes No


and control wiring Is fault
of the starter. present?

Yes Check whether or not any


Is it normal? of fuses F1 to F3 in the
power unit is blown.

No

Yes
Modify the output Are any fuses blown? Replace the
wiring and control wiring. XC.

No

Verify the integrity of the


SRU power unit.

Is the
SRU power unit No
Replace the blown fuses. the source of the
problem?

Yes

Replace the SRU power


unit

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
128
8.2.11 Inverter temperature error

Inverter
temperature error

Does fault No
occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

Yes

Allow the SRU to cool Yes Is fault No


for 30 minutes. present?

Is fault No
present?

Yes

Check the inverter fan


(SRU-L/H side) for
rotation.(The unit needs
to be shifted.)

Replace the No
SRU. Is it normal?

Yes

Check 24 V power
supply and replace it if
abnormal.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
129
8.2.12 Anode/cathode arc

* The following phenomena are likely to occur.


Anode/cathode arc
X-ray tube arcing : Over mA and HV Overcurrent
SRU arcing : HV Overcurrent only

Does fault No
occur during Reset the XC.
exposure?

Yes

Reset the XC.

Does fault No
still occur?

Yes

Is OLP No Perform
over 20%? warm-up

Yes

Perform seasoning.

Yes Does a
Replace the discharge error occur
X-ray tube. frequently during
seasoning?

No
Perform the heating test
(1 to 2 minutes).

Perform test scanning. Is it possible Yes


to reset the error?

No

Replace XC PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
130
8.2.13 Errors that may occur in the X-ray system and require corrective
measures
Errors that may occur in the X-ray system and require corrective measures are
described in the following subsections:

• Errors and subsections to be referred to


• Check method for discharge errors
• Complicated SRU-related errors
• SRU Heated Block Test procedure
• Supplemental information and explanation of parameters
• XC error logs and required corrective measures

Confirm errors by referring to the list below, also refer to the indicated subsections to
confirm the required corrective measures. To confirm the error from the error log, refer
to section 8.2.13.6 "XC Error Logs and Required Corrective Measures". Errors can be
analyzed in a short time by Toshiba if they are sent in the form of electronic data.

8.2.13.1 Errors and subsections to be referred to

Subsection to be
No. Error log Error
referred to
1 3F3†3C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F Combination of Over mA and HV 8.2.13.2 (3) (a)
over current = Discharge in the
3F3†343F3F3F3F3F3F3F
X-ray tube
2 3F353F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F or Set under kV 8.2.13.3.2
low kV
8.2.13.2 (3) (b)
3 37373F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F Fix under kV (not "Set under kV") 8.2.13.2 (3) (c)
4 3F373E3F3F3F3F3F3F3F HV over current 8.2.13.3.2
8.2.13.2 (3) (b) to
(d)
5 3F373D3F3F3F3F3F3F3F Set over mA 8.2.13.2 (3) (b),
(c)
6 3F373F3B3F3F3F3F3F3F Over If 8.2.13.2 (4) (a)
3F373F393F3F3F3F3F3F
7 3F363F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F Fix under mA 8.2.13.2 (4) (b)
8 3B3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F Abnormal input power 8.2.13.3.1
9 Errors that depend on the HV over current, Fix under mA, Set 8.2.13.3.4
exposure conditions under kV, etc.
10 ⎯ Intermittent sound without X-ray 8.2.13.3.5
exposure
Other Other *1

*1: Refer to section 8.2.13.6 "XC Error Logs and Required Corrective Measures"

No. 2D201-064E*K
131
8.2.13.2 Check method for discharge errors
(1) Required items

• Digital storage oscilloscope


• XC maintenance program

(2) Procedure

(a) Connect the oscilloscope to the kV/mA detection TPs of the XC (if possible,
also connect it to the If detection TP).
Set the time range of the oscilloscope to 5-10 ms/div.
TP36 kV (31.5 kV/V)
TP15 mA (200 mA/V)
TP18 If
TP17 XRAY ON (used as a trigger.↓)

(b) Using the XC maintenance program, perform scanning under each of the
following conditions and check the kV/mA waveforms and resulting errors for
each scan.
• Large focus/80 kV/50 mA
• Large focus/80 kV/300 mA
• Small focus/80 kV/50 mA
• Small focus/80 kV/300 mA

(3) Measures

(a) Both "Set over mA" and "HV over current (3F373C3F)" frequently occur in
typical discharge. In this case, follow the procedure described in subsection
8.7 "Recommended measures for stabilizing the X-ray tube: CXB-750D".

(b) When errors occur only with the large focus or with the small focus (with either
one of the focuses)
Error : "3F373D3F (Set over mA)" or "3F373E3F (HV over current)" at
300 mA
"3F353F3F (Set under kV)" at 50 mA
→ The If value for the focus that causes errors may have shifted substantially
from the appropriate value. Adjust the If value for the focus. Errors that
occur with either one of the focuses may also be caused by a defect in the
high-voltage cable [(4)-2] or filament cup contact in the X-ray tube.

(c) When errors occur under all exposure conditions and vary according to the
conditions
Error : "3F373D (Set over mA)" or "3F373EF (HV over current)" at
300 mA
"37373F (Fix under kV)" at 50 mA
Waveform : The mA waveform reaches 700 mA (about 3.5 V) at 300 mA.
The mA waveform exceeds 50 mA (such as 100 mA or 300 mA)
at 50 mA.
→ The vacuum of the X-ray tube may have become extremely poor. Replace
the X-ray tube because it cannot be repaired.

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(d) When the "HV over current" error occurs under all exposure conditions
Error : "3F373E3F (HV over current)" with a small/large focus,
50 mA/300 mA
Waveform : The mA waveform does not reach 700 mA (about 3.5 V).
→ Discharge may have occurred in sections other than the X-ray tube (the
bushing section, the high-voltage cable, or the SRU). Check the bushing
section first.

(e) When discharge occurs in the X-ray tube, usually only the "Set over mA" error
occurs or both "Set over mA" and "HV over current" occur. However,
sometimes only "HV over current" may occur. In such cases, discharge in the
X-ray tube and discharge in other sections can be distinguished by checking
both the mA waveform and the HV waveform. (These waveforms can be
confirmed using the "Signal Show" function in the XC maintenance program.)
Waveform 1: If the same waveform (overshoot) is present in both the HV
waveform and the mA waveform, discharge has occurred in the
X-ray tube.
Waveform 2: If overshoot is present only in the HV waveform, discharge has
occurred either in the SRU molded transformers or in the crimp
connectors, the high-voltage cable, or the bushing section of the
X-ray tube.
(4) XC operation errors related to the X-ray tube are as follows:

(a) "Over If" error (3F373F3B3F) →Adjust the If value. If this error occurs even
with the appropriate If value or if other errors occur under different exposure
conditions, refer to subsection 8.2.13.3.4 "Errors that depend on the exposure
conditions".

(b) "Fix under mA" error (3F363F3F)

A. Contact failure of the high-voltage cable, electrical discontinuity of the


filament, or failure of the filament heating circuit?
<1> Perform the Heat Test using the XC maintenance program.
<2> If the detected voltage is 0.1 V or higher when the filament is OFF
(normally 0 V), the filament heating circuit may have failed.
<3> If the detected voltage with a large/small focus at 50 mA is about
1.5 V or lower, the filament may be broken or the high-voltage cable
may be loose.
<4> If this error occurs frequently with either one of the focuses, the high-
voltage cable may be defective.

B. Short circuit between the X-ray tube and the Insert terminal, poor
connection of the Return Cable, or failure of the mA detection circuit?
<1> Disconnect the Return Cable from the X-ray tube.
<2> Measure the resistance between the X-ray tube housing and the
Return terminal using a tester. The X-ray tube is OK if the resistance
is 100 kohm or higher.
<3> Measure the resistance between the Return Cable and GND. The
Return Cable is OK if the resistance is about 10 ohm. If the circuit is
open, the Return Cable may be loose or internal wires may be broken.
If the circuit shorts out, the mA detection circuit may have failed.

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Note: Error groups that are displayed at the console as "XC operation error"
(SRU)
Over IF
Under mA
Under kV
AC power error (290 VDC)
Cable error (mA detection)
DC power error (SRU 5 V, 12 V)
Test mode
Starter error
OLP limit
Backup memory error

8.2.13.3 Complicated SRU-related errors


The corrective measures for complicated errors that may occur in the X-ray system are
described below.

8.2.13.3.1 "Abnormal input power" error (3B3F3F3F3F3F373F3F3F)


(1) Error description

The DC voltage supplied from the SRU power unit is detected by the Filter-H PWB
in the SRU-H. The error occurs when this voltage is not in the range from 2.21 V to
3.33 V (230-348 VDC). The voltage is proportionally detected, with 290 VDC
corresponding to approx. 2.77 V. AC voltage detection starts 12 seconds after
power ON and is performed every 1 second (but is not performed during X-ray
exposure). The detected value can be checked by observing the "Status Info" in
the main menu as "AC Detection" and can be updated by clicking [Show].

(2) Suspected cause

• Failure of the Filter-H PWB in the SRU-H


• Failure of the SRU power unit or the power source

(3) Check method

(a) When the detected AC voltage is obviously abnormal (such as 0 V), replace
the Filter-H PWB.

(b) When the SRU DC input voltage (voltage between #1 and #2, #3 and #4 of
TB2) is 230 VDC or higher at the time of the error, replace the SRU-H (or the
Filter-H PWB in the unit).

(c) When the SRU DC input voltage is lower than 230 VDC, check the input
voltage to the SRU power unit (voltage between each of the front terminals #4,
#5, and #6 of the EMI filter). If the input voltage to the SRU power unit is
180 VAC or higher, replace the SRU power unit. However, the power source
must be further checked if the voltage is in the range of 180-190 VAC.

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8.2.13.3.2 "Set under kV (3F353F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F)", or low kV
Note: This subsection is not applicable to "Fix under kV (37373F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F)".
For this error, refer to subsection 8.2.13.2 "Check method for discharge errors" -
(3) (c).

(1) Error description

The "Set under kV" error occurs when the tube voltage detected by the divider of
the SRU-H falls to about 80% or less of the set value at 60 ms after the start of
X-ray exposure.

(2) Suspected cause

(a) Failure of the molded transformers in the SRU-H or SRU-L (shorting between
the layers of the secondary coil)

(b) Filament cup contact in the X-ray tube

(c) XC failure (including failure of the operational amplifier for IF detection:


location 13H = OPA627)
Low input power or microdischarge in the X-ray tube should also be
considered.

(3) Check method

(a) Perform X-ray exposure with the large focus and then the small focus, at
80 kV and 50 mA. If the error occurs with either of the focuses, the error is
caused by filament cup contact in the X-ray tube. Replace the X-ray tube. An
X-ray tube with filament cup contact may cause an "Over mA" or "HV over
current" error at 80 kV and 300 mA.

(b) If the error occurs with both focuses, perform the "Heated Block Test"
described in subsection 8.2.13.4 If any molded block is found to be NG in the
"Heated Block Test," replace the SRU that includes the defective molded
block.

(c) If the result of the "Heated Block Test" is OK and if the error changes to "HV
over current" or "over mA" under different exposure conditions, refer to
subsection 8.2.13.3.4 "Errors that depend on the exposure conditions".

(d) Measure the SRU DC input voltage during X-ray exposure (refer to 8.2.13.3.1
"Abnormal input power" error).

8.2.13.3.3 HV over current (3F373E3F3F3F3F3F3F3F)


(1) Error description

This error occurs when the sum of the tube current and leakage current that are
detected in the mA detection section of the SRU-L exceeds 700 mA (i.e., when
high-voltage current leaks to GND due to problems such as insulation breakdown
or when the tube current is abnormally high).

(2) Suspected cause

(a) Insulation breakdown in the SRU molded transformers or pressure welded


connectors

(b) Insulation breakdown in the high-voltage cable

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(c) X-ray tube failure (insulation breakdown in the bushing section or failure of the
mA detection section)

(d) Abnormal control or detection of the tube current

(3) Check method

(a) Perform X-ray exposure with the large focus and then the small focus at 80 kV
and 300 mA. If the error occurs with either of the focuses, the error is caused
by filament cup contact in the X-ray tube. Replace the X-ray tube.

(b) If errors vary according to the exposure conditions, refer to subsection 8.2.13.2
(3) (c) or 8.2.13.3.4.

(c) When "HV over current" occurs under all exposure conditions, perform the
"8.2.13.4 SRU Heated Block Test procedure". If any block is found to be NG,
a problem such as shorting between layers may have occurred. Replace the
appropriate unit (SRU-H or SRU-L). In addition, perform the procedure
described in (d) because shorting between layers and insulation breakdown
may have occurred in different sections.

(d) Perform the Addition Block Test in the normal Block Test (unheated, no-load
Block Test) and identify the location of insulation breakdown. If insulation
breakdown has occurred in a solid device such as a molded block, the
discharge voltage will usually fall to near 0 V as discharge occurs repeatedly.
On the other hand, the discharge voltage of the X-ray tube will not fall much
and will be unstable. In the case of discharge from the rubber section of the
pressure welded connector, the discharge voltage will gradually fall. It may be
possible to repair the rubber section of the pressure welded connector by
applying a coating of grease. The detailed procedure for the Block Test is
shown in (e).
z Caution: When setting the KL and KV values, be sure that the sum of
these values does not exceed 8 kV/block. A voltage greater
than 8 kV/block may damage non-defective blocks. For example,
when only two blocks are turned ON, set the KL and KV values
so that the output voltage is 16 kV or less (be careful not to set
the KL too low). The voltage increases in the order shown in the
figure below (1 → 6 → 7 → 2 …).

1 6 11 16
2 7 12 17
3 8 13 18
4 9 14 19
5 10
SRU-L SRU-H

(e) When the error occurs at low voltage


First, turn ON #1 and #6 to generate output.
→ When the error occurs with #1 and #6 turned ON
→perform the procedure described in <1>.
→ When output is normal with #1 and #6 turned ON
→proceed to <2>.

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<1> Generate output by turning ON two blocks at a time from the highest
voltage block. First, turn ON #14 and #19. If the error does not occur,
then turn ON #13 and #14. Repeat this procedure until the error occurs.
For example, if the error is found when #17 and #18 are turned ON,
insulation breakdown may have occurred somewhere in #17, #18, or #13.
Block #13 is also suspected because insulation breakdown that has
occurred in the area near block #18 (the location indicated by z in the
following figure) may not be detected by testing #18 and #13 if the area
becomes NG at around 9 kV.

When #17 and #18 are turned ON


Applied voltage 10kV

When #18 and #13 are turned ON

16 11 12 17 18 13 14 19
Block No.

As a result, if the error is found when #17 and #18 are turned ON, the
usual procedure is to replace the SRU-H unit. However, if a discharge
trace is found on the pressure welded connector (molded connector)
between #17 and #18, it may be possible to repair the SRU-H by
replacing the connector. Remove the connector first to check for a
discharge trace. If the error is found when #14 and #19 are turned ON, a
defect in the high-voltage cable should be suspected.

<2> If the error is not found by turning ON two blocks at a time, perform the
following procedure to identify the location of insulation breakdown.
Generate output from the SRU-H (turn ON #11 to #19) and then from the
SRU-L (turn ON #1 to #10). According to the result, follow the
instructions shown in the chart below. In most cases, insulation
breakdown occurs at one point. In rare cases, it may occur at the
bushing section of the X-ray tube.

Output from Output from


Instructions
SRU-L SRU-H
OK OK Generate output by turning ON all blocks (#1 to
#19) under the same KL conditions. If the error
occurs, the SRU-H or the high-voltage cable
may be defective. Identity the location where
discharge has occurred and replace that part.
OK NG The SRU-H or the high-voltage cable may be
defective. Identify the location where discharge
has occurred and replace that part.
NG OK The cause of the error cannot be determined,
but it is very likely that the SRU-L is defective.
The high-voltage cable is OK.
NG NG Repeat the procedure after raising the KL value
in steps of 5 (i.e., after reducing the output) until
a different result is obtained. Alternatively,
employ the procedure in (e)-<1> to identify the
location of insulation breakdown with fewer
blocks.

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8.2.13.3.4 Errors that depend on the exposure conditions
(1) Error description

Regardless of the focus size, certain errors occur depending on the exposure
conditions. The errors may occur frequently at one time or may stop suddenly.

In the case of XC failure:


250 mA or higher : HV over current
Higher than 150 mA and lower than 250 mA : Over If/Set under kV
150 mA or lower : Fix under mA

(2) Suspected cause

Fluctuation of If or mA control caused by the following:

• XC failure (including failure of the operational amplifier for IF detection: location


13H = OPA627)

• X-ray tube failure

• Failure of the mA detection circuit in the SRU-L

(3) Check method

(a) If the duration of "HV over current" is less than 100 ms or if large fluctuation of
the IF waveform is seen in every X-ray exposure when errors occur, the XC
may be defective. Replace the XC.

(b) If the duration of "HV over current" is 100 ms or more and if the resistance
between the Return Circuit and housing in the X-ray tube is less than or equal
to 1 kohm, the X-ray tube may be defective. Replace the X-ray tube.

(c) Disconnect the Return Cable from the X-ray tube and check the resistance (±)
between the Return Circuit and GND. If the circuit shorts out, the zener diode
in the mA detection box of the SRU-L may have failed. Replace the SRU-L.

8.2.13.3.5 Intermittent sound without X-ray exposure


(1) Error description

The console generates an intermittent sound when the scan plan is set up and the
start lamp has not yet been pressed. Checking X-ray films can confirm that X-rays
are not generated at this time.

(2) Suspected cause

Due to a short circuit in the X-ray tube, turning ON the starter causes the stator coil
current to flow into the tube current detection circuit, and the XC mistakenly
identifies this as X-ray exposure.

(3) Check method

From the GTS, rotate the gantry for 0.5 seconds and turn ON the rotor using the
XC test program (XC terminal). If an intermittent sound is still generated, replace
the X-ray tube.

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8.2.13.4 SRU Heated Block Test procedure
(1) Outline

This test identifies defective molded blocks (shorting between layers etc.) in the
SRU. In this test, a light load is applied to the blocks by the heated filament. This
results in more stable data compared with the no-load Block Test. Use this test
when "Set under kV (3F353F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F)" occurs or for low kV.

NOTE: Do not perform this Block Test for "Fix under kV


(37373F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F)". For this error, refer to subsection 8.2.13.2
"Check method for discharge errors" - (3) (c).

CAUTION: X-rays are generated. Do not enter the scanning room


during X-ray generation.

CAUTION: Be extremely careful when setting the KL and US values.


Inappropriate settings may damage the SRU.
(Refer to subsection 8.2.13.5 "Supplemental information and
explanation of parameters".)

8.2.13.5 Supplemental information and explanation of parameters


(1) Status error

The status error occurs when a fuse blows due to failure of the Inverter PWB or
when the inverter elements are heated. In this case, the Block Test is not
necessary because the defective inverters are specified by the status codes.

When performing the Block Test for other reasons, turn ON DIP-SW #3-4 to
disable this error.

The status error caused by heated inverter elements will recover in a short time. If
this error occurs frequently when the OLP value for the X-ray tube is low, check the
fan of the inverter.

(2) Parameter KL

CAUTION: Changing the KL setting may damage the SRU. Do not change the
KL setting except in the specified procedures.

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The SRU output is determined by the control frequency. A lower control frequency
results in a higher SRU output. For example, the control frequency is about
120 kHz at the beginning of X-ray output. However, it falls to 60 kHz at maximum
output. The output will not exceed the SRU rating if a limit for the control frequency
is set so that it will not fall below a certain value (for example, 70 kHz) to ensure
safety. KL (kV Limit) corresponds to the limit value for the control frequency.
Specifically, KL limits the output power (kW = kV × mA) and not the kV, although
KL is the abbreviation for "kV Limit". In normal X-ray exposure, the tube voltage is
feedback-controlled so that it becomes equal to the parameter kV. Since the KL
value is set loosely, leaving a wide margin for fluctuation of the tube voltage, the
tube voltage is usually not limited by KL. However, in some cases, such as in the
Block Test, output is limited by KL. In such cases, the output value can be
changed by changing the KL value.

For example, when output is insufficient due to failure of a molded transformer, the
feedback function lowers the control frequency to increase output. However, the
output is limited by KL, and as a result, the tube voltage is reduced. The KL setting
and the resulting voltage decrease depend on the exposure conditions. The same
effect occurs when output is insufficient due to failure of the power source or when
apparent output is insufficient due to heating or failure of the mA detection function.

While a higher value for parameter kV means higher output, a higher value for
parameter KL means a higher control frequency and lower output. Therefore, if the
KL value is set too low in procedures such as the Block Test, the output may
become too high and may damage the molded transformers. Be sure not to set the
KL value too low.

(3) Parameter US

CAUTION: Changing the US setting may damage the SRU. Do not change the
US setting except in the specified procedures.

The parameter US (Unit Switch) specifies the inverters to be operated.


Combinations of the inverters to be operated can be set freely (for example, only
inverter #2 or 8 inverters from #11 to #19 can be selected) by changing the US
setting. Operating an inverter causes the molded transformer connected to the
inverter to generate output (high voltage). Conceptually, selecting the inverters is
the same as selecting the power sources to be turned ON among the 18 DC power
sources that are connected in series.

Selecting too few inverters may increase the load on each molded transformer,
possibly resulting in damage. Be careful when selecting the number of inverters to
be operated.

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8.2.13.6 XC Error Logs and Required Corrective Measures

XC error log Error Cause Measures


1 over mA/HV over
3F373C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F
current
over kV/over
3F37343F3F3F3F3F3F3F
mA/HV over current
over kV/over
3F333C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F
mA/HV over current Perform warm-up, seasoning,
Discharge in the
under kV/over and the Heat Test for the X-ray
3F353C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F X-ray tube
mA/HV over current tube.

under kV/under
3F343C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F mA/over mA/HV
over current
over mA/HV over
3C373C3F3F3F3F3F3F3F
current/other
2 3F373F3B3F3F3F3F3F3F over If Shifting of the If
Adjust the If value.
3F373F393F3F3F3F3F3F over If value

3
3F373D3F3F3F3F3F3F3F over mA Refer to subsection 8.2.13
Detection of tube
"Errors that May Occur in the
current in excess
X-ray System and Require
of the setting
3F37393F3F3F3F3F3F3F over mA/under mA Corrective Measures".

4 Change the XC firmware


Communication (ROM) to C10031-05. If the
3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3B3F Starter NACK failure between error still occurs, replace the
XC and SS XC or the starter (SRU power
unit).
Communication Change the XC firmware
Starter
failure between (ROM) to C10031-05. If the
3F3F3F3F3F3F373F373F communication
XC and the error still occurs, replace the
error
starter SRU power unit.
5 Change the XC firmware
(ROM) to C10031-05. If the
error still occurs, replace the
Communication
XC. Errors that occur during
3F3F3F3F3F3F37373F3F Filament time out failure between
seasoning under the following
XC and SS
exposure conditions are
excluded: 100 kV, 360 mA,
small focus.
6 The error occurs at a low tube
current when an X-ray
exposure time less than
Excessive X-ray Detection of 0.5 seconds is set in the If
3F3F3F373F3F373F3F3F exposure time error excessive X-ray adjustment. Set the X-ray
(overtime) exposure time exposure time to 0.5 seconds
or more. If the error still occurs,
check the OPCONTV1 (or
SCRT) from XC.
7 Change the XC firmware
Low output
(ROM) to C10031-05. If the
3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3D3F Low rotor current current from the
error still occurs, check the low-
starter
voltage cable of the X-ray tube.

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XC error log Error Cause Measures
8 Log processing No measures are required
Multiple error
34303439393A3F3E3F37 error of the XC because the error itself has no
display
firmware real effect on the system.
9 Check the connector of the
Excessive starter
3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F3E3F Starter trip error X-ray tube. If it is OK, replace
current etc.
the SRU power unit.
10 Refer to subsection 8.2.13
Detection of
"Errors that May Occur in the
3F353F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F under kV abnormally low
X-ray System and Require
tube voltage
Corrective Measures".
11 Refer to subsection 8.2.13
"Errors that May Occur in the
X-ray System and Require
Corrective Measures":
(1) If XC LED6 flashes when
the power is ON, replace
the XC.
Detection of (2) Contact failure of the high-
3F363F3F3F3F3F3F3F3F under mA abnormally low voltage cable (in many
tube current cases)
(3) Disconnect the Return
Cable from the X-ray tube
and check the resistance (±)
between the Return Cable
and GND. If the circuit
shorts out, replace the
SRU-L (failure of the zener
diode).
12 Clear the error and attempt to
perform X-ray exposure again
after pausing for 5 minutes. If
SRU malfunction X-ray exposure cannot be
(heated or performed, identify the location
3F3F3F3F3F373F3F3F3F SRU status error
defective SRU of the failure from the status
inverters) and replace the appropriate
SRU. If X-ray exposure can be
performed, check appropriate
sections such as the fan.
13 Refer to subsection 8.2.13
"Errors that May Occur in the
Failure of the X-ray System and Require
3F373E3F3F3F3F3F3F3F HV over current SRU high-voltage Corrective Measures". After
section performing the Block Test,
replace the appropriate SRU or
the high-voltage cable.
14 Inverter DC power
3F373F3F3F3A3F3F3F3F
error (Low/High)
Inverter DC power Replace the SRU power unit or
3F373F3F3F3B3F3F3F3F SRU failure
error (High) the SRU (H/L).
Inverter DC power
3F373F3F3F3E3F3F3F3F
error (Low)

XC ROM versions C10031-04 or earlier may process errors into inappropriate logs.
These ROMs may also cause communication failures. Change these ROMs to
C10031-05.

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8.3 Main Troubleshooting Flowchart for CXXG-012A
(Spellman)
8.3.1 X-tube thermal
This problem occurs when
the thermal switch of the
X-ray tube operates.
X-tube thermal

Does the
problem occur during No
XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Wait for 30 minutes No


Does the fault
until the X-ray tube
occur again?
has cooled.

Yes

No Check the connection


Does the fault
of the input cable for
occur again?
the X-ray tube.

Yes

Short pins 9 and 10 Yes Is the cable


of the inverter unit connected
TB1. correctly?

No

No Check the fans and


Replace the Does the fault Connect the cable
filters of the X-ray
X-ray tube. occur again? correctly.
tube heat exchanger.

Yes

Replace the SCB PWB.

End

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8.3.2 X-tube flow
This problem occurs when the
flow switch of the X-ray tube
heat exchanger operates. X-tube flow

Does the
problem occur during No
XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the connection Yes Does the fault


of the input cable for
occur again?
the heat exchanger.

No

Is the cable No Connect the cable


connected correctly? correctly.

Yes

Is 200 V
Short pins 7 and 8 Yes Yes
input between pins 4 Does the fault
of the inverter unit
and 5 of the inverter occur again?
TB1.
unit TB1?

No
No

Is the No
AC input voltage 200 V
±10%?

Yes

Yes Check power


Does the fault
Replace the SCB PWB. supply at the
occur again?
institution.

No

Does the fault No


occur again?

Yes

Replace the
Replace the AC unit.
heat exchanger.

End

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8.3.3 Cable interlock

This problem occurs when the interlock


signals are not input to the SCB PWB CABLE INTLK
correctly.

In particular, this error occurs when the


signal cable between the INV unit and
the HV unit, JB7 connector on the SCB
PWB, and JB1 on the AC/FIL/FDBK
PWB are not connected correctly or the
connection is interrupted. Reconnect all signal
cables to reset the XC.

Does the fault No


occur again?

Yes

Replace the I/O cable.

Yes Does the fault


Replace the inverter.
occur again?

No

End

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8.3.4 Off X-ray Detect

This problem occurs when tube voltage


of 30 kV or higher is detected for 0.8 s Off X-ray Detect
or more even though X-ray exposure
signals are not output.

This error occurs because the tube


voltage does not fall when an
abnormality occurs in the filament
during X-ray exposure. If an
abnormality occurs in the filament, an Does the
under mA error occurs in the next X-ray problem occur during No
XC reset
exposure. X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the kV Yes No


Does the fault
waveform using the
occur again?
Signal Show function.

Is the
No fall time of the Yes
Check the X-ray tube. kV waveform 50 ms
or less?

Is the No
X-ray tube the cause
of the fault?

Yes Replace the HV unit. Replace the SCB PWB.

Replace the X-ray tube.

End

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8.3.5 Arc

This problem occurs at the time of


discharge. ARC

This problem occurs simultaneously


when the over mA (fixed) or HV
overcurrent occurs.
If the over mA (fixed) error occurs,
X-ray tube is discharged. If the HV
overcurrent error occurs, isolate the
Does the
HV overcurrent error without No
problem occur during XC reset
performing X-ray exposure.
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the error Yes Does the fault


contents when the
occur again?
fault occurs.

No

Do
Proceed to HV arc and HV
overcurrent Yes
overcurrent occur
troubleshooting simultaneously?
flow chart.

No

Do
Proceed to over mA arc and over
(fixed) troubleshooting Yes
mA occur End
flow chart (X-ray tube simultaneously?
discharge).

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.6 Test mode error

This problem occurs when a tube


current of 3.3 mA or more is Test Mode Error
detected in test mode.

To operate the HFG in test mode,


wait for 5 minutes after the test
SW has been set to the test mode.

Does the
No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Wait for 5 minutes after


the test SW has Is the
No test SW set to the Yes Does the fault
switched to the test
normal mode? occur again?
mode before operating
the HFG.

Yes No

Replace the SCB PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.7 Inverter thermal

This problem occurs when Inverter thermal


the temperature of the
IGBT in the inverter unit
exceeds 70°C.

Does the
No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Wait for 30 minutes Yes Does the fault


until the inverter unit
occur again?
has cooled.

No

Does the fault No


occur again?

Yes

Check the inverter fan.

Yes
Does the fan rotate?

No

Remove the inverter


Replace the
Replace the inverter. fan to check the filters
inverter fan.
of the heat sink.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.8 Under IF
This problem occurs when the
filament current is 1 A or lower UNDER IF
for 100 ms or more 500 ms
after the filament is heated.

The cause may be a


malfunction of the AC/FIL/
FDBK PWB, XC PWB, or SCB Does the Does the
problem occur during No No
PWB. problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure? pre-heat?

Yes Yes
Check the X-ray
exposure waveform
using the Signal Show
function.

No Is the filament Yes


current normal?

Measure the TP11 on Yes Does the fault


Perform IF adjustment.
the SCB PWB. occur again?

No

Is the
Does the fault Yes No measurement value
occur again? 0.7 VDC or
higher?

No Yes

Measure the TP10 on


Replace the XC PWB.
the SCB PWB.

Is the
measurement value No
0.7 VDC or higher?

Yes

Does the fault Yes


Replace the SCB PWB. Replace the HV unit.
occur again?

No

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.9 Over IF

This problem occurs when the


filament current exceeds 7 A OVER IF
after the filament is heated.

If this error occurs, the HV unit


is highly likely to malfunction.

Does the
No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the X-ray


exposure waveform
using the Signal Show
function.

No Is the filament Yes


Perform IF adjustment. Replace the XC PWB.
current normal?

Does the fault Yes No Does the fault Does the fault
Replace the HV unit.
occur again? occur again? Yes occur again?

No Yes No

Replace the SCB PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.10 HV overcurrent

This problem occurs when the HV current


value is 800 mA or more. HV OVERCURRENT

If this error occurs due to HV overcurrent


only, the high-voltage cable or the HV unit
is most likely to be abnormal. However, if
the mA waveform rises with the HV
waveform, X-ray tube discharge is most
likely to occur even when an over mA
Does the
(fixed) error does not occur. No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the mA
waveform and the HV Does the fault No
waveform using the occur again?
Signal Show function.

Yes

Is there a
Proceed to over mA Yes rapid rise time in the mA
(fixed) troubleshooting waveform as well as the
flow chart. HV waveform?

No

Check the connector


section of the high-
voltage cable and the Replace the SCB PWB.
bushing of the X-ray
tube.

Replace the silicon Yes


washer and high- Is there any trace
voltage cable. of discharge?

No

Replace the HV unit.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.11 Over mA (Set)
This problem occurs when the tube current
is 100 mA higher than the set mA value SET OVER MA
60 ms after the start of X-ray exposure.

Does the
No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the X-ray


exposure waveform Does the fault No
using the Signal Show occur again?
function.

Yes

No Is the rise
IF adjustment time of the tube current
normal?

Yes

Perform X-ray tube


Does the fault Yes stabilization processing.
occur again? · Seasoning
· Low mAs aging

No

No Does the fault


occur again?

Yes

Check the X-ray tube.

Replace the Yes Is the cause due


X-ray tube. to the X-ray tube?

No

Compare the values of


the TP12 and TP13 on
the SCB PWB using
the oscilloscope.

Replace the No Are the measurement Yes Replace the


HV unit. values equivalent? SCB PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.12 Over mA (fixed)

This problem occurs when the


tube current exceeds 800 mA FIXED OVER mA
after the start of X-ray exposure.

The cause is mainly due to X-ray


tube discharge.

Does the
problem occur during No
XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the X-ray


exposure waveform Does the fault No
using the Signal Show occur again?
function.

Yes

No Is the rise
IF adjustment time of the tube current
normal?

Yes

Perform X-ray tube


stabilization processing.
· Seasoning
· Low mAs aging

No Does the fault


occur again?

Yes

Replace the X-ray tube. Replace the SCB PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.13 Under mA (set)

This problem occurs when the tube current


is reduced from the set mA value by
SET UNDER mA
100 mA or more 60 ms after the start of
X-ray exposure.

This error may occur due to impossibility of


automatic recovery after discharge.
Confirm the contents of the previous error.
Does the
problem occur during No
XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the X-ray


exposure waveform Does the fault No
using the Signal Show occur again?
function.

Yes

No Is the rise
IF adjustment time of the tube current
normal?

Yes

Check the continuity of


the return cable of the
X-ray tube and housing.

Replace the Yes


Are they shorted?
X-ray tube.

No

Compare the values of


the TP12 and TP13 on
the SCB PWB using
the oscilloscope.

No Are the Yes


Replace the
measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
HV unit.
equivalent?

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
155
8.3.14 Under mA (fixed)
This problem occurs when the tube
current is lower than 3.3 mA 5 ms FIXED UNDER mA
after the start of X-ray exposure.

This error may occur due to


impossibility of automatic recovery
after discharge. Confirm the
contents of the previous error.
Does the
No
problem occur during XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Check the X-ray


exposure waveform Does the fault No
using the Signal Show occur again?
function.

Yes

No Is the rise
IF adjustment time of the tube current
normal?

Yes

Check the continuity of


the return cable of the
X-ray tube and housing.

Yes
Replace the X-ray tube. Are they shorted?

No

Measure the TP12 on


the SCB PWB.

Compare the values of Is the


the TP12 and TP13 on Yes measurement No
the SCB PWB using value 0.05 VDC
the oscilloscope. or lower?

Are the
Yes
measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
equivalent?

No

Replace the HV unit.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.15 Over kV (set)
This problem occurs when the tube
voltage is 110% higher than the set
kV value 60 ms after the start of SET OVER kV
X-ray exposure.

This error may occur simultaneously


at the time of discharge. Confirm the
contents of the previous error.

Does the
problem occur during No
XC reset
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Compare the values of


the TP8 and TP9 on Does the fault No
the SCB PWB using occur again?
the oscilloscope.

Yes

Are the Yes


measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
equivalent?

No

Replace the HV unit.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.16 Over kV (fixed)

This problem occurs when the tube


voltage is higher than 150 kV after
the start of X-ray exposure. FIXED OVER kV

This error may occur simultaneously


at the time of discharge. Confirm the
contents of the previous error.

Does the
No
problem occur during Reset the generator.
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Compare the values of the


TP8 and TP9 on the SCB PWB No
Does the fault
using the oscilloscope when
occur again?
X-ray exposure is performed
with 80 kV and 50 mA.

Yes

Are the Yes


measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
equivalent?

No

Replace the HV unit.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
158
8.3.17 Under kV (set)

This problem occurs when the tube


voltage is 81% lower than the set kV
value 60 ms after the start of X-ray SET UNDER kV
exposure.

If this error occurs immediately after


the replacement of the HV unit or
INV unit, check the connections of
the J2 and J3 cables between the
HV unit and the INV unit.
Does the
No
problem occur during Reset the generator.
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Compare the values of the


TP8 and TP9 on the SCB No
Does the fault
PWB when X-ray exposure
occur again?
is performed with 80 kV
and 200 mA.

Yes

Compare the values of


the TP8 and TP9 on the No Are the Yes
SCB PWB when X-ray measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
exposure is performed equivalent?
with 80 kV and 50 mA.

Are the Yes


measurement values
equivalent?

No

Replace the HV unit. Replace the INV unit.

No Does the fault


occur again?

Yes

Replace the
high-voltage cable.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
159
8.3.18 Under kV (fixed)

This problem occurs when the tube


voltage is 3 kV or lower for 1 ms 10 ms
after the start of X-ray exposure. FIXED UNDER kV

If this error occurs immediately after


the replacement of the HV unit or INV
unit, check the connections of the J2
and J3 cables between the HV unit
and the INV unit.
Does the
No
problem occur during Reset the generator.
X-ray exposure?

Yes

Compare the values of


the TP8 and TP9 on the No
Does the fault
SCB PWB when X-ray
occur again?
exposure is performed
with 80 kV and 200 mA.

Yes

Compare the values of


the TP8 and TP9 on the No Are the Yes
SCB PWB when X-ray measurement values Replace the SCB PWB.
exposure is performed equivalent?
with 80 kV and 50 mA.

Are the Yes


measurement values
equivalent?

No

Replace the HV unit. Replace the INV unit.

No Does the fault


occur again?

Yes

Replace the
high-voltage cable.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
160
8.3.19 AC fault

This problem occurs due to


abnormal input phase, abnormal AC FAULT
temperature of the AC unit, or
abnormal DC output of the AC
unit.
Does
Note that when the transformer the problem occur Yes Confirm that the
is used, this error may occur when the power is input voltage is
turned ON? 200 VAC.
when the secondary side is not
insulated.
No

Is the input No Check the power


voltage 200 VAC supply facility.
±10%?

Yes

Is the Yes Confirm that the


transformer being secondary side is
used? insulated.

No

Wait for 30 minutes Does the Perform insulation


Yes problem occur No Yes No
until the generator during X-ray XC reset Is it insulated? for the secondary
has cooled. exposure? side.

Does the fault Yes Does the fault No


occur again?
1 occur again?

No Yes

Compare the values


of the TP16 and
TP17 on the SCB
PWB.

Are the
Measure the DC rail No measurement
voltage on the TB2 values 1.8 VDC or
of the INV unit. higher?

Yes

Is the
No measurement 1
Replace the AC unit. value 254 VDC or
higher?

Yes
Remove the JB5
connector on the AC/
Measure the pins 4 FIL/FDBK PWB to
No Does the fault and 6 of the JB1 check the continuity
occur again? connector on the of pins 7 and 8 at the
AC/FIL/FDBK PWB. connector side.

Yes

Are the
Yes measurement Yes
values 254 VDC Are they shorted? Replace the AC unit.
or higher?

No No

Replace the
Replace the HV unit. Replace the inverter.
SCB PWB.

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.20 Abnormal XC status

Abnormal XC status
The message "Abnormal XC status"
is displayed on the console.

This phenomenon differs from


"Error in XC (XC NACK)" and Is the
No
"Error in XC". three-phase input Check the power supply
to the AC unit units in the gantry.
normal?

Yes

Does one Yes Check the communication


of the LEDs on circuits between the XC2
the XC2 PWB and the SS.
light?

No

Check the cable Does one Check the cable connection


No Yes
connection between the of the LEDs on between the SCB PWB and
INV unit and the HV unit. the SCB PWB the XC2 PWB.
light?

Replace the cable


between the SCB PWB
No Does the Does the Yes
and the XC2 PWB
Replace the HV unit. phenomenon phenomenon
(if there is no significant
disappear? disappear?
abnormality in the
connector connection).
Yes No

Replace the cable between the INV unit


and the HV unit (if there is no significant Replace the SCB PWB.
abnormality in the connector connection).

End

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.3.21 Examples of problems in the Spellman

No. Problem Cause Corrective actions


1 Arcing and over mA current Discharge occurs at the X-ray Check the X-ray tube and the
occur. tube. high-voltage cable.
2 Under mA current or under kV (1) Failure occurs in one line of Replace the inverter.
voltage occurs. the IGBT circuit. Measure the line voltage.
High output is not generated. (2) The HV unit or line voltage is Replace the HV unit.
abnormal.
3 (1) The voltage is fixed to an Failure occurs in the HV unit. Replace the HV unit.
under kV voltage or noise
appears in kV waveforms.
(2) Arcing and over mA current
occur in the HV unit.
(3) Over If error occurs
frequently or If waveforms
are abnormal.
4 Arcing and over mA current (1) Insulation failure occurs in Replace the HV unit.
occur in the HV unit. the HV cable. Replace the HV cable.
(2) Failure occurs in the HV unit.
5 X-rays are not generated (after (1) There are disconnected Check the LED on the board.
servicing etc.) cables or contact failure. Check the 5 VDC, 24 VDC, and
(2) The settings of the links on 290 VDC power.
the XC2 board are incorrect. Check cable connections and
(3) The power of the console is settings.
turned OFF.
6 AC fault sometimes occurs. (1) Noise occurs on the AC/FIL Change the routing of the
board. cables related to the AC/FIL
(2) The line voltage or power board.
connection is abnormal. Check the line voltage and
cable connections.
Replace the HV unit.
7 The inverter thermal function A cooling failure occurs in the Check the operation of the
operates at high OLP. inverter. inverter.
Check for clogging.
8 Over mA current or under mA The If value is shifted. Check the If waveforms.
current occurs under specific Retry If adjustment.
conditions.
9 An error occurs when the gantry There is a contact failure in the Check cable connections.
is rotated. parts or improper soldering. Replace the inverter.
10 There is no response from the (1) There is a contact failure in Check the sections described
XC. the communication cable. on the left.
(2) Failure occurs in the gantry
transmission system.
(3) The 5-VDC power is
reduced.
(4) The settings of the links on
the XC2 board are incorrect.
(5) The settings of the COM
communication port of the
PC are incorrect.
11 Error logs or waveforms are (1) The maintenance program Check the type/version of the
abnormal. for the SRU is used. maintenance program.
(2) The maintenance program is
abnormal.

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8.4 Troubleshooting for X-ray Tube
(1) Discharging during exposure

If discharge occurs in a high-voltage circuit during exposure, OVER mA, OVER


CURRENT, or UNDER kV etc. operates.
The unwanted discharging is possibly caused by low dielectric strength of the X-ray
tube, the high-voltage cable, the high-voltage transformer, or the cable bushing.
Discharging can be detected by observing waveforms, noise, frequency of
malfunction, or a visual inspection of the connections. Sometimes it is hard to
isolate the location of the discharge. Parts that are suspected to be faulty can be
replaced by new ones as a method of troubleshooting.

New X-ray tubes are likely to discharge in the early period of operation and
stabilize as the X-ray tubes are used. To stabilize a new X-ray tube as quickly as
possible, aging and operation should be performed frequently.

A high-pitched noise generated → Discharge in the X-ray tube


by the X-ray tube
Discharge always occurs → Expired X-ray tube or degraded focus Replace
the X-ray tube.
Intermittent discharge → Low dielectric strength of the X-ray tube
→ Can be eliminated by aging and frequent
operation.

Rotor does not rotate. → Discharge caused by an anode rotation error


→ Damaged bearing
→ Shorted or disconnected stator coil

Blackened bushing → Discharge due to low dielectric strength of the


bushing
→ Fit the bushing firmly. Clean the bushing.
→ Replace the high-voltage cable.

No. 2D201-064E*K
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(2) Oil leakage

Oil leak in the heat exchanger → Defective heat exchanger circulation system
Oil leak in the X-ray tube → Defective tube housing
Oil leak in the hose → Improper coupling or hose flaws
Oil leak in the explosion-proof → Overheated oil
valve

(3) Tube interlock error

Flow switch is error. → Defective oil pump


Broken oil hose, gas contamination
Thermal switch is error. → Overheating of the tube housing
Defective cooler (e.g., fan)
Overheating due to overload
Heat exchanger clogged

(4) Abnormal noises

Noises from the X-ray tube → Abnormal anode rotation


Cooler noises → Fan trouble or pump trouble

(5) No tube current flow

Filament current flow detected → Filament in contact with the tube cup
No filament current flow → Open filament

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.5 XC Maintenance Program for CXXG-008A (SRU)
8.5.1 Outline
The XC maintenance program can be used to confirm the XC statuses and error
information, and also to control the XC independently.

8.5.2 Preparation
(1) Items required

• Personal Windows computer with RS-232C port (9-pin D-sub connector)

• Maintenance program (TME version)

• Maintenance cable (for use with GTS): BSX77-1467 Gr. 04 (15 m)

(2) Connection

<When referring to the error log from the gantry stationary section>

Connect the maintenance cable as follows:

PC <⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅ ⋅⋅⋅> GCIFV1 (or SCST) PWB in the gantry stationary section
The connector at CN610

<When connecting directly to the XC PWB>

Connect the maintenance cable as follows:

PC <⋅⋅⋅ ⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅> XC PWB


CNN711 (COM)

Then turn ON 1 of DIP SW3. (* Be sure to return it to OFF after completing work.)

CAUTION: When connecting the maintenance cable to the XC PWB, be


extremely careful to avoid anyone or the cable being
caught in the rotation section because the power is turned
ON while the maintenance cable is connected to the
rotation section.

(3) Starting up the communication program

For Windows system

Start up the program. Select the item to be executed from the menu.

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.5.3 Menu

When SW2 or SW3 on the XC is changed, the test switch is locked. Therefore, select
'Setting (S)' located at the upper part to set the test SW to 'Valid'.
(When 'Setting (S)' opens, 'Invalid' is always displayed for the test SW.)

8.5.4 Log request (This also applies to error log and console details
display.)

The latest 64 errors stored in memory can be read.


Select the error number and click the [Error description] button. The details of the error
are displayed in the error window.

Information about the R status can be obtained. Refer to the Help file for details.

(Example) 3E 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3D 37
8 = 1000, 4 = 0100, 3 = 0011
3 E = 1110 A = 1010, 7 = 0111, 5 = 0101
bit = 3210 D = 1101, B = 1011, C = 1100

"3" can be ingored. OR of warning condition =


0 (indicates an error)
Door open = 1 (no error)
Abnormal input power supply = 1 (no error)

Log saving: Select [File] then [Save Log]. (Text file)

No. 2D201-064E*K
167
<Example of log (For convenience, '3' is not described for log numbers.)>

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
F F F F F F 7 F 7 F XC error (7-7), status communication error (9-7)
F F F F F F 7 7 F F XC error, IF timeout (8-7)
F F F F F F F F D F Rotor current fall (9-D)
F F F F F F 7 F B F XC error, status NAK (9-B)
C F F F F F F F D F Warning & door open (1-C), rotor current fall
F 7 F F 8 A F F F F HFG error (2-7), flow & thermal & cable (5-8),
DC-H/L (6-A)
C F F F F D 7 F 7 7 Warning & door open (1-C), test mode (6-D),
XC error, status communication, test SW (10-7)
E F F F F D 7 F 7 7 Warning (1-E), test mode, XC error, status communication,
status SW
F 7 C F F F F F F F HFG error, HVOC & OVMA = discharge (3-C)
F 7 4 F F F F F F F HFG, HVOC & OVMA & FixOVKV = discharge (3-4)
F 3 4 F F F F F F F HFG & SETkV (2-3), HVOC & OVMA & FixOVKV (3-4)
F F F F F F 5 F F F XC error & rotor timeout (7-5)
C 7 F F F F F F F F Warning & door open (1-C), HFG error

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.5.5 Status information

Output errors For these errors, 0 indicates normal status.


SW (switch) errors Numbers other than 0: Refer to the Help file for the
TM (timeout) errors error type.
OT (other) errors Example : Output error 030 = 000000110000
ST (firmware stop) errors bit : BA9876543210
This example indicates that Set Over mA (bit 4) and HV
overcurrent (bit 5) have occurred.

Example of error

Status 1 : FFFFF This information is meaningful only when the lowest bit
Status 2 : 7FFDF of ST error (0: SRU status abnormality) is ON (01).
Status 2 indicates the block in which the error occurred.
Status 1 indicates the error condition. This example
suggests a blown fuse in block No. 6.

*: When status 2 is 0400, the data is meaningless.


Therefore, select 'Display' in this case.

Detected IF : 0.00 V in normal status (not heated)


Detected AC : 2.5 V to 3 V in normal status

No. 2D201-064E*K
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8.5.6 Help file
z R status (0 indicates an error)

(1)
0 : OR of warning condition
1 : Door open
2 : Input power abnormal
3 : Under kV (Fixed)
(2)
0 : Under mA (Fixed)
1 : Under kV (Set)
2 : Over kV (Set)
3 : HFG error
(3)
0 : HV overcurrent
1 : Over mA (Set)
2 : Under mA (Set)
3 : Over kV (Fixed)
(4)
0 : Power overcurrent (Set)
1 : Over IF (Fixed)
2 : Over IF (Set)
3 : Timeout error
(5)
0 : X-ray tube flow switch
1 : X-ray thermal switch
2 : Cable interlock
3 : Power overcurrent (Fixed)
(6)
0 : Inverter DC power supply (Low)
1 : Test mode
2 : Inverter DC power supply (Hi)
3 : SRU status
(7)
0 : X-ray exposure permissible timeout
1 : Rotor timeout
2 : Preheating timeout
3 : XC error
(8)
0 : Test mode error
1 : Before local exposure
2 : XC watchdog timeout
3 : Filament timeout
(9)
0 : Starter trip
1 : Rotor current drop
2 : Starter NAK
3 : Starter communication
(10)
0 : Flash memory
1 : Backup memory
2 : OLP limit 100%
3 : Test SW

No. 2D201-064E*K
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z Status information
~ Output errors (1 indicates an error)
0 : Under kV (Set)
1 : Over kV (Set)
2 : Over kV (Fixed)
3 : Under kV (Fixed)
4 : Over mA (Set)
5 : HV overcurrent
6 : Over IF (Set)
7 : Over IF (Fixed)
8 : Test mode error
9 : Under kV (Fixed)
~ SW errors (1 indicates an error)
0 : X-ray tube thermal
1 : Oil flow
2 : Inverter DC power supply (Low)
3 : Inverter DC power supply (Hi)
4 : Cable connection
5 : Molded thermal (Low)
6 : Reserved
7 : Molded thermal (Hi)
8 : Inverter status
9 : Test mode
~ Status 1
0 indicates regenerative transistor failure and temperature increase.
1 indicates normal or blown fuse.
~ Status 2
0 indicates abnormal.
1 indicates normal.
~ TM errors (1 indicates an error)
0 : Rotor timeout
1 : Preheating timeout
2 : Heating timeout
3 : X-ray exposure permissible timeout
4 : Watchdog timeout
5 : X-ray exposure time excess
~ OT errors (1 indicates an error)
0 : Flash memory
1 : Backup memory
2 : OLP limit
3 : Starter communication
4 : Starter NAK
5 : AC detection error
6 : Door open during X-ray exposure
7 : Error before local exposure
~ ST errors (1 indicates an error)
0 : SRU status error
1 : Rotor trip
2 : Rotor current drop
3 : Molded transformer thermal (Low)
4 : Molded transformer thermal (Hi)
5 : Under mA (Set)
6 : Test SW

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8.5.7 Parameter adjustment

Specify the exposure conditions, the rotor settings, etc. on the condition setting screen,
and then perform X-ray exposure using "Start".
Set the parameter (If) on the Detail screen. The If value set on the Detail screen is
stored in the XC memory.

CAUTION: Do not change the settings for parameters other than If. Doing so may
damage the generator.
If a parameter other than the If value is changed inadvertently, close the
window and return to the Menu window. This clears the setting.

Note:
Standard settings for 80 kV, 50 mA, and large focus (These settings may differ from the
actual settings.)

KV : 518 OK : 154
MA : 90* OM : 038
IF : 100 OF : 225
KL : 53 OX : 1 (Overtime. 1 = 10 ms)
ML : 7 KG : 2
US : FF9C DI : 2 (division: 100 mA or less = 2 → 1/3 division)
CC : 225 (Feedback clock width (fixed to 255))
US : For 80 kV, 1, 2, 6, and 7 are OFF. For 100 kV, 1 and 6 are OFF.

*: MA: 90 does not mean 90 mA. Be careful not to make this mistake.

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8.5.8 Block test
(1) Set SW2-6 of the XC to ON (to ignore an under error).

(2) Select 'Setting' located at the upper part of the menu screen and set the test SW to
active.

(3) Select 'Block test' and wait for setup to light (10 seconds).

(4) Use 'Set' at the upper right of the menu screen to reduce the KL setting value from
225 to about 210. (If the setting is kept at 225, the output becomes 0 kV.)

CAUTION: Do not reduce the KL setting value to less than 200. The SRU
inverter rating may be exceeded and the inverter may be damaged.

(5) Select 'Automatic test' and start the automatic test.

(6) Attempt to change the KL setting value so that the output is about 2 kV to
6 kV.

(7) If the output is 6 kV or more, increase the KL setting value.

For block No. 1, a lower value is detected because no residual charge is present.

For block No. 15, only the residual charge from blocks No. 14 and earlier is detected
because block No. 15 has no inverter.

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8.5.9 Exposure test, running test
Set the exposure conditions, rotor ON, etc. in the condition setting screen, and execute
X-ray exposure.

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8.5.10 Debug monitor
<How to interrupt cyclic status data>

Example:

JXCLRR101 ? < 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 0 S L 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0
NO 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

For No. 8 to No. 12, convert the characters into binary codes for checking.

The conversion table is shown below.

Character Binary code Character Binary code


0 00110000 8 00111000
1 00110001 9 00111001
2 00110010 (A): 00111010
3 00110011 (B); 00111011
4 00110100 (C)< 00111100
5 00110101 (D)= 00111101
6 00110110 (E)> 00111110
7 00110111 (F)? 00111111

1 of No. 8 is 00110001 : Exposure is not being performed. Not setup.


The door is closed.
< of No. 12 is 00111100 : No overtime error. The door is not open during exposure.
A warning message is displayed.
(For details, contact Nasu Works.)

No. 3 "X" indicates transmission from the XC.


No. 4 indicates C status.
No. 5 "L"indicates that local mode is selected.
Nos. 6 and 7 indicate the command execution status.
Nos. 8 to 12 indicate the hardware status. (Status and error contents)
Nos. 13 to 16 indicate the OLP values (kHU).
Nos. 17 to 21 indicate the weights (1/10 second).
Nos. 22 to 24 indicate kV.
Nos. 25 to 27 indicate mA.
No. 28 indicates the focus size.
No. 29 indicates the rotor speed.
Nos. 30 to 34 indicate the exposure time (1/100 second).
Nos. 35 to 38 indicate the slice count time (1/100 second).

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8.5.11 Signal Show
(1) When the [[Signal Show]] menu item located at the upper left of the Exposure Test
screen is selected after exposure is completed, the Signal Show screen is
displayed.

(2) Select the kV, mA, If, and HV to be displayed by placing check marks (√) in the
corresponding boxes located on the lower left of the screen.

Signal show screen

Data Collect (Acquires the selected waveform data within the section displayed on
the selected graph.)
Show
Return
File
Open (Opens the saved waveform file.)
Save (Stores the waveform data as a file.)

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Range (After data acquisition, set the range of the waveform to be displayed (kV,
mA, IF, HV, Time) using this menu.)
Start (Minimum level of the waveform to be displayed)
End (Maximum level of the waveform to be displayed)
Time (Set the range in which data acquisition is to be performed using
this command.)

Sampling (Set the sampling frequency of the waveform to be displayed using this
menu.)
A/D Conversion Cycle Time
(A/D conversion cycle time when data acquisition is performed)
Data Sampling (Sampling frequency when acquired data is displayed)

HV (The mA value and HV waveform are displayed.)

Range screen

Example: For the following setting


Data is acquired with an A/D conversion cycle time of 0.032 ms.
When the waveform is displayed, the display sampling frequency is
0.032 × 32 = 1 ms.

Sampling screen

(3) Select the [[Data Collect]] button to acquire waveform data.

(4) Select the [[Show]] button to display the waveform as a graph.

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(5) To display the HV waveform, click the [[HV]] menu located at the upper part of the
screen. The mA and the HV waveform are displayed.

mA&HV Signal Show screen

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8.6 XC Maintenance Program for CXXG-012A (Spellman)
8.6.1 Outline
The XC maintenance program can be used to confirm the XC statuses and error
information, and also to control the XC independently.

The dedicated program for the Spellman HFG is required. The old SRU program
cannot be used.

8.6.2 Preparation
(1) Items required

• Personal Windows computer with RS-232C port (9-pin D-sub connector)

• Maintenance program (TME version)

• Maintenance cable (for use with GTS): BSX77-1467 Gr. 04 (15 m)

(2) Connection

<When referring to the error log from the gantry stationary section>

Connect the maintenance cable as follows:

PC <⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅ ⋅⋅⋅> SCST PWB in the gantry stationary section


CN610 connector

<When connecting directly to the XC PWB>

Connect the maintenance cable as follows:

PC <⋅⋅⋅ ⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅⋅> XC2 PWB


CN6 (COM)

Then set JP1 on the XC to the 2-3 short. (* Be sure to return it to OFF after
completing work.)

CAUTION: When connecting the maintenance cable to the XC PWB, be


extremely careful to avoid anyone or the cable being
caught in the rotation section because the power is turned
ON while the maintenance cable is connected to the
rotation section.

(3) Starting up the communication program

For Windows system

Start up the program. Select the item to be executed from the menu.

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8.6.3 Menu

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8.6.4 Log request (This also applies to error log.)

8.6.4.1 Log request

The latest 64 errors stored in memory can be read.

• Select the error number and click the [Error description] button. The details of the
error are displayed in the error window.
• Saving/reading procedure for logs: Select [File] → [Save] or [Read] at the upper left
of the window.
• The waveforms of the logs for which a number is displayed for the "Slog" column
during communication with the XC can be checked by clicking [Signal log] at the
bottom of the window.
• Exposure logs can be read by selecting [X-raylog] at the upper left of the window.
(Refer to "Exposure log" on the following pages.)

<Descriptions of error logs>

No. : Log No. The log No. is always updated so that "00" is set for the latest
log.
Date : The date when the log was recorded.
R Status : Indicates the error contents.
Cmd : Command processing status at the time of error occurrence.
kV : Tube voltage specified.
mA : Tube current specified.
Foc : Focal point.
Time : Exposure time specified.
Actual : Actual exposure time.
OLP : OLP value at the time of error occurrence.
Slice counter : Slice counter on the XC (reference value).
Slog : Waveform record. (The waveforms of the latest 10 logs are recorded.
The number displayed in this column indicates that the waveform has
been recorded.)

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<R status information>

The error contents can be confirmed based on the R status as follows.

An example of "BFDFFDFFFFFFF" is used to describe the R status.

Assuming that each bit is indicated as (1), (2), …(12), (13),

(1) : B = 1011
1 = 0001, 2 = 0010, 3 = 0011, 4 = 0100,
5 = 0101, 6 = 0110, 7 = 0111, 8 = 1000,
(3) : D = 1101
9 = 1001, A = 1010, B = 1011, C = 1100,
D = 1101, E = 1110, F = 1111
(6) : D = 1101.

For (1), it is indicated as follows.

1011

0: Door open at XRAY


1: Door open
2: HFG error
3: XC error

Since "0" indicates an error, it is obvious that an HFG error has occurred.
In a similar manner, bits (3) and (6) are described as follows.

For (3),

1101

0: Over mA (Set)
1: Over mA (Fixed)
2: Under mA (Set)
3: Under mA (Fixed)

For (6),

1101

0: Test mode fault


1: Arc
2: AC FAULT
3: Off X-ray Detect

Therefore, the errors occurred in this case are as follows.

• HFG error
• Over mA (Fixed)
• Arc

The error contents of (1) to (13) are shown on the following pages.

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(1) 0 : Door open at XRAY
1 : Door open
2 : HFG error
3 : XC error

(2) 0 : Over kV (Set)


1 : Over kV (Fixed)
2 : Under kV (Set)
3 : Under kV (Fixed)

(3) 0 : Over mA (Set)


1 : Over mA (Fixed)
2 : Under mA (Set)
3 : Under mA (Field)

(4) 0 : Inverter thermal


1 : Under IF
2 : Over IF
3 : HV Over Current

(5) 0 : X-tube flow


1 : X-tube thermal
2 : Cable interlock
3 : TEST Mode Error

(6) 0 : Test mode fault


1 : Arc
2 : AC FAULT
3 : Off X-ray Detect

(7) 0 : Exposure Can timeout


1 : Rotor timeout
2 : Preheating timeout
3 : Filament timeout

(8) 0 : Exposure timeout (Soft)


1 : Starter receive
2 : XC Watchdog
3 : Exposure timeout (Hard)

(9) 0 : Starter trip


1 : Rotor current drop
2 : Starter NAK
3 : Starter COM

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(10) 0 : HFG COM
1 : Backup memory
2 : OLP limit 100%
3 : Fucus relay

(11) 0 : SCB
1 : Inverter
2 : HV unit
3 : HV cable

(12) 0 : Out of range


1 : Non
2 : XPOW off at XRAY
3 : AC unit

(13) 0 : Abnormal X-RAY


1 : Abnormal HFXRAY
2 : HFG Watchdog
3 : HFG set

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8.6.4.2 Exposure log

The history of the latest 128 exposures stored in memory can be read.

• Reading procedure for logs (procedure to open this window):


Select [Log Request] from the Main menu and then select [X-raylog] at the upper left
of the Log screen window. The X-rayLog screen window is displayed.
• Saving procedure for logs: Select [Save] at the upper left of the window.

<Descriptions of exposure logs>

No. : Log No. The log No. is always updated so that "00" is set for the latest
log.
Date : The date when the log was recorded (the end time for the first
exposure is recorded).
kV : Tube voltage specified.
mA : Tube current specified.
Foc : Focal point.
SLTime : Slice counting time.
Actual : Actual exposure time.
OLP : OLP value at the end of the first exposure.
VMA : Variable mA signal setting which the XC transfers to the SCB.
Count : Number of exposures.

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8.6.5 Exposure test, running test
Set the exposure conditions, rotor ON, etc. in the condition setting screen, and execute
X-ray exposure.

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8.6.6 Debug monitor
<How to interrupt cyclic status data>

Example:

JXCLRR101 ? < 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 0 S L 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0
NO 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

For No. 8 to No. 12, convert the characters into binary codes for checking.

The conversion table is shown below.

Character Binary code Character Binary code


0 00110000 8 00111000
1 00110001 9 00111001
2 00110010 (A): 00111010
3 00110011 (B); 00111011
4 00110100 (C)< 00111100
5 00110101 (D)= 00111101
6 00110110 (E)> 00111110
7 00110111 (F)? 00111111

1 of No. 8 is 00110001 : Exposure is not being performed. Not setup.


The door is closed.
< of No. 12 is 00111100 : No overtime error. The door is not open during exposure.
A warning message is displayed.
(For details, contact Nasu Works.)

No. 3 "X" indicates transmission from the XC.


No. 4 indicates C status.
No. 5 "L"indicates that local mode is selected.
Nos. 6 and 7 indicate the command execution status.
Nos. 8 to 12 indicate the hardware status. (Status and error contents)
Nos. 13 to 16 indicate the OLP values (kHU).
Nos. 17 to 21 indicate the weights (1/10 second).
Nos. 22 to 24 indicate kV.
Nos. 25 to 27 indicate mA.
No. 28 indicates the focus size.
No. 29 indicates the rotor speed.
Nos. 30 to 34 indicate the exposure time (1/100 second).
Nos. 35 to 38 indicate the slice count time (1/100 second).

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8.6.7 Signal Show
(1) When the [[Signal Show]] menu item located at the upper left of the Exposure Test
screen is selected after exposure is completed, the Signal Show screen is
displayed.
(It can be selected from the main menu.)

(2) Select the kV, mA, If, and HV to be displayed by placing check marks (√) in the
corresponding boxes located on the lower left of the screen.

Signal show screen

Data Collect (Acquires the selected waveform data within the section displayed on
the selected graph.)
Show
Return
File
Open (Opens the saved waveform file.)
Save (Stores the waveform data as a file.)

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Range (After data acquisition, set the range of the waveform to be displayed (kV,
mA, IF, HV, Time) using this menu.)
Start (Minimum level of the waveform to be displayed)
End (Maximum level of the waveform to be displayed)
Time (Set the range in which data acquisition is to be performed using
this command.)

Sampling (Set the sampling frequency of the waveform to be displayed using this
menu.)
A/D Conversion Cycle Time
(A/D conversion cycle time when data acquisition is performed)
Data Sampling (Sampling frequency when acquired data is displayed)

HV (The mA value and HV waveform are displayed.)

Range screen

Example: For the following setting


Data is acquired with an A/D conversion cycle time of 0.032 ms.
When the waveform is displayed, the display sampling frequency is
0.032 × 32 = 1 ms.

Sampling screen

(3) Select the [[Data Collect]] button to acquire waveform data.

(4) Select the [[Show]] button to display the waveform as a graph.

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(5) To display the HV waveform, click the [[HV]] menu located at the upper part of the
screen. The mA and the HV waveform are displayed.

mA&HV Signal Show screen

Note: Error examples that are displayed at the console as "XC operation error"
Over⋅IF
Under⋅mA
Under⋅kV
Cable error
Test mode
Starter error
OLP limit
Backup memory error

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8.7 Recommended Measures for Stabilizing the X-ray Tube:
CXB-750D
This subsection describes the measures for stabilizing the X-ray tube: CXB-750D.

8.7.1 Measures for stabilizing the X-ray tube


(1) When the X-ray tube has not been used for a prolonged period (after holidays etc.)

(a) Perform seasoning (*2) of the X-ray tube.

(2) When discharge has occurred a few times

(a) Perform the Heat Test (*3) and warm-up (*1) of the X-ray tube in the early
morning or during the lunch break.

(b) Perform the Heat Test (*3), Scan Test (*6), and seasoning (*2) of the X-ray
tube at the end of the day.

(3) When discharge occurs frequently

(a) Perform the Heat Test (*3), increase the OLP value (*4), perform aging by
low-current discharge (*6), and seasoning (*2).

<Effects of and procedures for each stabilizing measure>

*1 Warm-up

Effect : Stabilizes the X-ray tube if performed before starting clinical


procedures or during the lunch break.

Procedure : Select from the console or perform (a) to (d) below from the XC
terminal.

(a) X-ray exposure: 80 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 15 intervals (ON for 4 seconds,
OFF for 5 seconds), no gantry rotation

(b) X-ray exposure: 100 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 5 intervals (ON for 4 seconds,
OFF for 5 seconds), no gantry rotation

(c) X-ray exposure: 120 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 3 intervals (ON for 4 seconds,
OFF for 5 seconds), no gantry rotation

(d) X-ray exposure: 80 kV, 300 mA, small focus, 5 intervals (ON for 4 seconds,
OFF for 5 seconds), no gantry rotation

*2 Seasoning

Effect : Stabilizes the X-ray tube if performed after the tube has not been
used for a prolonged period.

Caution : Seasoning improves the vacuum that falls when the tube has not
been used for a prolonged period. Therefore, it may not be effective
if performed repeatedly in a short period. Perform seasoning once
or twice a week, and only once in any given day.

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Procedure : Select from the console or perform (a) to (f) below from the XC
terminal. Step (f) must be performed in an eXam Plan because
cooling of the Generator and LCSR must be taken into consideration.

(a) X-ray exposure: 80 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 25 intervals (ON for 3 seconds,
OFF for 6 seconds), no gantry rotation

(b) X-ray exposure: 100 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 15 intervals (ON for 6 seconds,
OFF for 3 seconds), no gantry rotation

(c) Pause time: 30 seconds

(d) X-ray exposure: 100 kV, 300 mA, large focus, 8 intervals (ON for 6 seconds,
OFF for 25 seconds), no gantry rotation

(e) Pause time: 30 minutes

(f) X-ray exposure: 100 kV, 360 mA, small focus, 4 intervals (ON for 30 seconds,
OFF for 30 seconds), gantry rotation for 1 second

*3 Cathode heating (application of "Heat Test")

Effect : Temporarily reduces the frequency of discharge by improving the


vacuum.

Procedure : The procedure is as described below.

(a) Select "Heat Test" from the XC terminal.

• Heat the cathode of the X-ray tube for 2 minutes with the large focus at
400 mA.
• Heat the cathode of the X-ray tube for 2 minutes with the small focus at
300 mA.

(b) Instead of performing (a), maintain the set-up state of the console for a while.

(c) Attempt to perform X-ray exposure normally at 80 kV. (Be sure to return the
settings to their original values before performing this procedure.)

*4 Increasing the OLP value

Effect : May be effective for frequent discharge.

Procedure : Set OLP to 65% to 85% by performing either one of the following:

(a) From the XC terminal, set the rotor speed to High and repeat X-ray exposure
at 80 kV.

(b) From the console, repeat scanning under conditions that permit X-ray output
greater than 24 kW with the small focus (thin slice) at 80 kV (high-speed).

(c) Repeat scanning after raising the kV value from 80 kV to 100 kV and then to
120 kV.

*5 Scan Test

Effect : Reduces the frequency of discharge.

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Procedure : Repeat scanning with the conditions used in clinical examinations.
For example, repeat <Scan → Helical scan (twice) → Pause time
(10 minutes)>.

*6 Aging by low-current discharge

Effect : Stabilizes the X-ray tube by causing low-current (low-mA) discharge


to eliminate small particles.

Procedure : While rotating the gantry, raise the kV value from 80 kV to 100 kV,
120 kV, and 135 kV with a low mA value (10 mA) and repeat
scanning. Repeat scanning even if discharge occurs at this time.

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